Infinite (Eminem album)
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Artwork for original official U.S. cassette release
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| Studio album by Eminem | ||||
| Released | November 12, 1996 | |||
| Recorded | 1995−96 | |||
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| Length | 37:54 | |||
| Label | Web Entertainment | |||
| Producer | Mr. Porter | |||
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| Source | Rating |
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| Rapreviews | 5.5/10 |
Infinite is the debut studio album by American rapper Eminem. It was released on November 12, 1996, by Web Entertainment. Recording sessions took place at the Bass Brothers' studio, known as the Bassmint Productions, with the production that was handled by Mr. Porter and Proof. The album features guest vocals from these fellow rappers Proof, Mr. Porter, Eye-Kyu, Three and Thyme, as well as singer Angela Workman on one track "Searchin'". The album failed to chart, and it only sold 1,000 copies, and is not available on any online music stores (the single is available on Apple Music and Spotify).
Infinite initially received mixed reviews from critics who praised its lyrical content, while criticizing the album's production. The rapper's debut album has still gained some recognition and retrospective acclaim, while Eminem's future albums would prove much more successful.
On November 17, 2016, five days after the 20th anniversary of the album, Eminem posted an official remaster of the first track "Infinite" to his Vevo channel, which was remixed by the Bass Brothers.
In 1992, the rapper initially signed with FBT Productions, which has been run by brothers Jeff and Mark Bass. Eminem also held a minimum-wage job cooking and washing dishes at Gilbert's Lodge restaurant at St. Clair Shores for some time. In 1996, Eminem's debut album Infinite was released under their independent label Web Entertainment. Eminem was encouraged by others, who noted he sounded similar to rapper AZ.Mr. Porter produced the entire album, while Proof programmed the drums.
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