Welcome to the Fifth Element
Fifth Element, established in 1999 by independent record label Rhymesayers Entertainment, is the Twin Cities finest Hip Hop shop. We specialize in hard to find and underground CDs, DVDs, Vinyl, Clothing and Accessories. However, we carry a wide variety of Hip Hop from the classics to your current favorites! This website is merely a limited representation of what we have in stock. There's more to come. Grow with us.
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TOKI WRIGHT "A DIFFERENT MIRROR" CD
$8.99
Continuing it’s longtime tradition of exposing people to new voices, Rhymesayers Entertainment presents the Spotlight Series. This new series of releases is aimed at giving developing talent a platform to bring their message to the masses. Specially priced for retail this series promises to bring emerging artists to the forefront.
The first artist in the Rhymesayers Spotlight Series is none other than Toki Wright. Most known as opening act and hypeman for Brother Ali, Toki is not only a well established emcee but one of the hardest working community activists in the Twin Cities area. With numerous accolades and a tour history that has taken him from New York to Uganda, Toki Wright is ready to take his next step with A Different Mirror.
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The first artist in the Rhymesayers Spotlight Series is none other than Toki Wright. Most known as opening act and hypeman for Brother Ali, Toki is not only a well established emcee but one of the hardest working community activists in the Twin Cities area. With numerous accolades and a tour history that has taken him from New York to Uganda, Toki Wright is ready to take his next step with A Different Mirror.
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EYEDEA & ABILITIES "BY THE THROAT" CD ***PRE ORDER***
$12.99
***PRE ORDER SHIPPING INFORMATION***
Please read carefully! ALL pre orders will be held until the ship date. ALL other items in your shopping cart will also be held until the ship date. If you have items that you may want to receive sooner we suggest placing a separate order for those items. We also suggest using First Class Mail for CD pre orders and Parcel Post for VINYL pre orders. If you choose Express Mail, Priority Mail, or ANY FedEx shipping methods your order will not get to you any faster. All orders are held until the shipping dates to ensure you receive the order by the release date. Your credit card will be charged upon check out in order to secure your pre order copy of this album.
***SHIP DATE***
International orders will ship on 7/13/2009. US orders (excluding MN orders) will ship on 7/16/2009. MN orders will ship on 7/17/2009.
***STREET DATE***
7/21/2009
BONUS ITEMS (while supplies last)
• Dj Abilities "Live Set 06" CD (Fifth Element Exclusive)
• Additional poster designed by Michael Gaughan
After a five year break exploring new sounds and building their personal repertoires, the dynamic duo of Eyedea & Abilities return with the follow up to their 2004 critically acclaimed sophomore album E&A. With biting guitars, fuzzy keyboards, melodic choruses, and some of their most intricate turntable work to date, By The Throat cuts right to the vein and advances far beyond Eyedea & Abilities battle tested history (winners of HBO Blaze Battle, Rocksteady, Scribble Jam and the DMC's).
Throughout the nineties the duo played an important role in the development of the emerging underground Hip Hop scene alongside friends Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, EL-P, the Living Legends, Sage Francis, Blueprint and more. Always pushing the boundaries, Eyedea & Abilities have not only grown but have elevated their talents and once again successfully brought them together with By The Throat. Learn More
Please read carefully! ALL pre orders will be held until the ship date. ALL other items in your shopping cart will also be held until the ship date. If you have items that you may want to receive sooner we suggest placing a separate order for those items. We also suggest using First Class Mail for CD pre orders and Parcel Post for VINYL pre orders. If you choose Express Mail, Priority Mail, or ANY FedEx shipping methods your order will not get to you any faster. All orders are held until the shipping dates to ensure you receive the order by the release date. Your credit card will be charged upon check out in order to secure your pre order copy of this album.
***SHIP DATE***
International orders will ship on 7/13/2009. US orders (excluding MN orders) will ship on 7/16/2009. MN orders will ship on 7/17/2009.
***STREET DATE***
7/21/2009
BONUS ITEMS (while supplies last)
• Dj Abilities "Live Set 06" CD (Fifth Element Exclusive)
• Additional poster designed by Michael Gaughan
After a five year break exploring new sounds and building their personal repertoires, the dynamic duo of Eyedea & Abilities return with the follow up to their 2004 critically acclaimed sophomore album E&A. With biting guitars, fuzzy keyboards, melodic choruses, and some of their most intricate turntable work to date, By The Throat cuts right to the vein and advances far beyond Eyedea & Abilities battle tested history (winners of HBO Blaze Battle, Rocksteady, Scribble Jam and the DMC's).
Throughout the nineties the duo played an important role in the development of the emerging underground Hip Hop scene alongside friends Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, EL-P, the Living Legends, Sage Francis, Blueprint and more. Always pushing the boundaries, Eyedea & Abilities have not only grown but have elevated their talents and once again successfully brought them together with By The Throat. Learn More
MANKWE NDOSI "DO GOODERS' BLUES" CD
$7.99
The debut EP of Minneapolis vocalist and improviser Mankwe Ndosi, in collaboration with Big Quarters' Medium Zach. Do Gooders' Blues reflects a mix of styles (rhythmic and melancholy pop, improvised folk) - with lyrics exploring the intersections of intention, passion, oppression, fear, wonder and love. Learn More
BOOGIE DOWN PRODUCTIONS "CRIMINAL MINDED" USB FLASH DRIVE
$19.99
KRS-One's combination of street slang and Webster's dictionary knowledge backed by Scott La Rock's hard hitting, minimal beats help set this album apart when it was originally released in 1986. With this now-classic debut album, BDP's hardcore stylings helped to redefine the New York rap music scene. "Criminal Minded" elevated the standards and proved that rap could be a dynamic and consciousness-raising medium and since its release, KRS-One has gone on to become one of the most prolific and critically-acclaimed artists in Hip Hop history. A true classic, "Criminal Minded" was included in Vibe's 100 Essential Albums of the 20th century.
This 1 GB USB gun contains two folders full of music, original cover art and credit sheet. The first folder features the original ten album tracks, and the second folder contains rare 12" cuts and alternative versions as well as previously unreleased "Red Alert KISS- Crackhead DJ Dis version" of "South Bronx". This special edition reissue of this definitive rap album is a must have for any music collector or fan of contemporary American music in general. We invite you to experience "Criminal Minded" again for the first time. Learn More
This 1 GB USB gun contains two folders full of music, original cover art and credit sheet. The first folder features the original ten album tracks, and the second folder contains rare 12" cuts and alternative versions as well as previously unreleased "Red Alert KISS- Crackhead DJ Dis version" of "South Bronx". This special edition reissue of this definitive rap album is a must have for any music collector or fan of contemporary American music in general. We invite you to experience "Criminal Minded" again for the first time. Learn More
KID ROBOT "QUASIMOTO" BLUE
$49.99
Kid Robot and Stones Throw have teamed up for the Quasimoto figure.
The hip-hop artist Quasimoto (aka Lord Quas) was created by Madlib. He has released two albums, The Unseen and The Further Adventures of Lord Quas, a collection of singles, and guest appearances on albums by Madvillain and Jaylib. The Quasimoto figure is based on the character drawn by Jeff Jank.
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The hip-hop artist Quasimoto (aka Lord Quas) was created by Madlib. He has released two albums, The Unseen and The Further Adventures of Lord Quas, a collection of singles, and guest appearances on albums by Madvillain and Jaylib. The Quasimoto figure is based on the character drawn by Jeff Jank.
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KID ROBOT "QUASIMOTO" YELLOW
$49.99
Kid Robot and Stones Throw have teamed up for the Quasimoto figure.
The hip-hop artist Quasimoto (aka Lord Quas) was created by Madlib. He has released two albums, The Unseen and The Further Adventures of Lord Quas, a collection of singles, and guest appearances on albums by Madvillain and Jaylib. The Quasimoto figure is based on the character drawn by Jeff Jank.
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The hip-hop artist Quasimoto (aka Lord Quas) was created by Madlib. He has released two albums, The Unseen and The Further Adventures of Lord Quas, a collection of singles, and guest appearances on albums by Madvillain and Jaylib. The Quasimoto figure is based on the character drawn by Jeff Jank.
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PROF & ST. PAUL SLIM "RECESSION MUSIC" CD
$5.00
Executive Producer ANT and your friends at Stophouse would like to remind you that even when the economy sucks, your music doesn’t have to.
Presenting Recession Music, a top-notch album at a bargain-barrel price. Featuring some of the hottest up and coming rappers in the business: our own Prof and St. Paul Slim, along with guests Slug, POS, Big Zach, and Atlanta-based Yelawolf. Learn More
Presenting Recession Music, a top-notch album at a bargain-barrel price. Featuring some of the hottest up and coming rappers in the business: our own Prof and St. Paul Slim, along with guests Slug, POS, Big Zach, and Atlanta-based Yelawolf. Learn More
MARIA ISA "STREET POLITICS" CD
$9.99
Unquestionably, Maria Isa is multi-talented: She raps, sings, and spits out lyrics in English and Spanish with deftness. Her sophomore disc, Street Politics, ranges from funky, brassy Latin rhythms to steadier beats more typical of rap. Learn More
ABSTRACT RUDE "M.A.E. TOUR" WOMENS SHIRT
Regular Price: $14.99
Special Price: $10.00
Creme colored 100% cotton shirt. Learn More
ABSTRACT RUDE "M.A.E. TOUR" MENS SHIRT
Regular Price: $14.99
Special Price: $10.00
Creme colored 100% cotton shirt. Learn More
