Strings: The Black Widow: Listening Post Edition 14-Track Promo
Strings: The Black Widow Listening Post 14-Track PROMO MUSIC AUDIO CD UNRELEASED
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Epic Records / Sony Music Entertainment
2000
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STRINGS: THE BLACK WIDOW: LISTENING POST EDITION 14-TRACK PROMO
Strings’ The Black Widow was meant to be her official debut on Keith Sweat’s Sweat Records through Epic, but it was shelved in 2000. Lead single “Tongue Song” only got to No. 30 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Singles Sales chart, the follow-up “Raise It Up” didn’t chart at all, and Epic did little to promote either one. Epic never gave the album a retail release, and the only copies pressed were a few promo CDs. The Listening Post Edition is one of those promos (Epic ESK 12719), which is why collectors chase it.
Album Features
Title:
Strings: The Black Widow: Listening Post Edition
Record Label:
Epic Records / Sony Music Entertainment
Release Year:
2000
Cat No:
ESK 12719
Country:
US
Genre:
R&B / Hip Hop
Style:
Contemporary R&B, Hip Hop, Rap
Strings is a female R&B vocalist who emerged in the late 1990s and early 2000s with a confident, sultry delivery. Her sound blends classic soul phrasing with contemporary urban production and strong hip hop influences. She frequently collaborates with prominent producers and guest rappers which gives her recordings a streetwise edge while keeping strong melodic hooks. The artist presents a persona that balances toughness and seduction across vocal performance and arrangement.
The Black Widow (Listening Post Edition) sits squarely at the intersection of R&B and hip hop and highlights that hybrid approach. The release features guest appearances from Swizz Beatz, Juvenile, Drag-On and Infamous Syndicate and production from Steve 'Stone' Huff and others, giving the album a mix of polished slow jams and harder edged tracks. Tracks range from short interludes to full collaborations that showcase both vocal performance and rap features. Released on Epic/Sony in 2000, the set reflects the era sound with crisp beats, layered harmonies and streetwise guest spots.
Produced by Steve 'Stone' Huff for Stone Productions. Produced by Swizz Beatz for Ruff Ryders Productions, Inc. Produced by Mannie Fresh for Cash Money Productions, Inc. Executive Producers: Keith Sweat and David McPherson. A&R Direction: Eric Payton, Steve Huff and Kenyatta Tally Galbreath. Manufactured by Epic, a division of Sony Music Entertainment. Catalog number ESK 12719.
Tracklist
1.
INTRO (0:48)
2.
UM (featuring Swizz Beatz) (2:47)
3.
TONGUE SONG (4:09)
4.
HEY YA (featuring Juvenile & The Hot Boys) (4:19)
5.
KITTY (3:57)
6.
D.U.I.P. (4:05)
7.
RAISE IT UP (featuring Drag-On) (4:36)
8.
BLUNT OBJECT (3:49)
9.
TABLE DANCE (3:33)
10.
FATALITY (4:12)
11.
TREASON (4:08)
12.
PIMPS UP, HOES DOWN (featuring Infamous Syndicate) (4:41)
13.
CASH MONEY (3:59)
14.
IF YOU DON'T KNOW (4:13)
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Strings’ The Black Widow was meant to be her official debut on Keith Sweat’s Sweat Records through Epic, but it was shelved in 2000. Lead single “Tongue Song” only got to No. 30 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Singles Sales chart, the follow-up “Raise It Up” didn’t chart at all, and Epic did little to promote either one. Epic never gave the album a retail release, and the only copies pressed were a few promo CDs. The Listening Post Edition is one of those promos (Epic ESK 12719), which is why collectors chase it.
Album Features
Title:
Strings: The Black Widow: Listening Post Edition
Record Label:
Epic Records / Sony Music Entertainment
Release Year:
2000
Cat No:
ESK 12719
Country:
US
Genre:
R&B / Hip Hop
Style:
Contemporary R&B, Hip Hop, Rap
Strings is a female R&B vocalist who emerged in the late 1990s and early 2000s with a confident, sultry delivery. Her sound blends classic soul phrasing with contemporary urban production and strong hip hop influences. She frequently collaborates with prominent producers and guest rappers which gives her recordings a streetwise edge while keeping strong melodic hooks. The artist presents a persona that balances toughness and seduction across vocal performance and arrangement.
The Black Widow (Listening Post Edition) sits squarely at the intersection of R&B and hip hop and highlights that hybrid approach. The release features guest appearances from Swizz Beatz, Juvenile, Drag-On and Infamous Syndicate and production from Steve 'Stone' Huff and others, giving the album a mix of polished slow jams and harder edged tracks. Tracks range from short interludes to full collaborations that showcase both vocal performance and rap features. Released on Epic/Sony in 2000, the set reflects the era sound with crisp beats, layered harmonies and streetwise guest spots.
Produced by Steve 'Stone' Huff for Stone Productions. Produced by Swizz Beatz for Ruff Ryders Productions, Inc. Produced by Mannie Fresh for Cash Money Productions, Inc. Executive Producers: Keith Sweat and David McPherson. A&R Direction: Eric Payton, Steve Huff and Kenyatta Tally Galbreath. Manufactured by Epic, a division of Sony Music Entertainment. Catalog number ESK 12719.
Tracklist
1.
INTRO (0:48)
2.
UM (featuring Swizz Beatz) (2:47)
3.
TONGUE SONG (4:09)
4.
HEY YA (featuring Juvenile & The Hot Boys) (4:19)
5.
KITTY (3:57)
6.
D.U.I.P. (4:05)
7.
RAISE IT UP (featuring Drag-On) (4:36)
8.
BLUNT OBJECT (3:49)
9.
TABLE DANCE (3:33)
10.
FATALITY (4:12)
11.
TREASON (4:08)
12.
PIMPS UP, HOES DOWN (featuring Infamous Syndicate) (4:41)
13.
CASH MONEY (3:59)
14.
IF YOU DON'T KNOW (4:13)
For CD Player
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For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
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For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
