The Shining (Violent J album)
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| Studio album by Violent J | ||||
| Released | April 28, 2009 | |||
| Recorded | 2008–2009 | |||
| Genre | Midwest hip hop, Horrorcore | |||
| Length | 50:23 | |||
| Label | Psychopathic Records | |||
| Producer | Mike E. Clark | |||
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The Shining is the debut full length solo album of American rapper Violent J, it is his 3rd overall solo album. Released on April 28, 2009, it is the rapper's first full-length album and third solo release overall, following the extended plays Enter the Ghetto Zone and Wizard of the Hood. A music video for "Jealousy" was released on May 2009.
Violent J states that he was not interested in developing a career as a solo performer, "but it was my turn at bat, and I wanted to deliver for any Violent J fans that might be out there". Unlike Wizard of the Hood, The Shining does not focus on a single concept or storyline, but instead focuses on multiple stories, themes, and subjects. The title of the album refers to charisma and confidence.
Violent J attempted to provide a variance for listeners by performing with different rapping styles on each track.Mike E. Clark produced the majority of the album, with Eric Davie providing additional production work. "Fight Club" features guest appearances by Esham and Necro. "Home Invasion" features an appearance by Shaggy 2 Dope. "Candyland" was developed during long late night recording sessions with Esham.
The album was originally intended to be released in October 2008, followed by a 20 plus date solo tour across the country. Due to his dislike of touring solo, and wanting to focus more on Insane Clown Posse as a whole, Violent J decided to give away free copies of an early version of the album to those that attended the ninth annual Gathering of the Juggalos seminar.
Due to popular demand, it was announced that Psychopathic Records would release the album nationwide, and it was also given its final title. According to J, the final version of the album is significantly different from the pre-release version, and features improved sound quality, in addition to four new songs not present on the pre-release version. The album was released on J's 37th birthday.
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