I like the yellow pressing a lot and the quality of the pressing and cover is great, especially for an older album. Would recommend as it’s a bit of a forgotten classic at this point and is certainly a staple, if not the most significant point for UK hip hop and grime.
Some people seem a little put-off by the abrasive delivery and wicked 8-bit beats- I happen to love it. So much Hip-Hop today is formulaic, droll, and just basically void of substance. This is an incredible debut. It's hard to believe that he was 17-18 when writing and recording these ridiculously fresh tracks. Two things really stand out on this release. One, is the assured, confident, tough delivery. A wide range of topics are covered, including teenage pregnancy, ennui(sic), depression, drugs, and others. His flow is tip-top, and the thick patois only adds to the intrigue- it's like a puzzle. Two, are the beats. I LOVE the beats on this album. Rough & tough, touching on garage, electro, and dope 8-bit computer sounds. The complete package really gels. The beats, and Dizzee's voice combine synergistically to rock. The sum is definately more than the parts. When I first purchased this disc, it did not leave my car for days. I am very fickle, and easily bored. However, this CD intrigued me, and had me wanting more and more. I like it more each time I listen to it. As far as I'm concerned, this ranks up with Viktor Vaughn as best Hip-Hop CD of the last year or so. Even if you don't like Hip-Hop, you may like this- It's like nothing I have ever heard before.