3rd Bass debut studio album, The Cactus Album was released on September 23, 1989, through Def Jam Recordings. This album blends old-school 80s hip-hop with a fresh 90s sound. It features tracks, The Gas Face, Step Into The Area and more. The critically acclaimed album not only showcases 3rd Bass’s lyrical genius but also solidifies their status as a significant influence in the history of hip-hop. The Cactus Album is now available on an Emerald 2LP.

Tracklist:

A1 Stymie’s Theme
A2 Sons Of 3rd Bass
A3 Russell Rush
A4 The Gas Face
A5 Monte Hall
A6 Oval Office
A7 Hoods

B1 Soul In The Hole
B2 Triple Stage Darkness
B3 M.C. Disagree
B4 Wordz Of Wizdom
B5 Product Of The Environment

C1 Desert Boots
C2 The Cactus
C3 Jim Backus
C4 Flippin’ Off The Wall Like Lucy Ball
C5 Brooklyn-Queens
C6 Steppin’ To The A.M.
C7 Episode #3
C8 Who’s On Third

D1 The Cactus (Egyptian Mix)
D2 Steppin’ To The A.M. (Soire Mix)
D3 Brooklyn / Queens (UK Power Mix)
D4 Brooklyn-Queens (Dub Base Mix)