Gang Starr
Moment Of Truth 3LP vinyl

Moment of Truth, released in 1998, is the fifth studio album by Gang Starr and arrives after a four-year hiatus with a sharpened vision. Guru’s contemplative lyricism and DJ Premier’s textured, jazz-tinged production merge into a deep, cohesive whole. Tracks like “You Know My Steez,” “Above the Clouds,” and the title cut capture both grit and grace, balancing street realism with introspective depth.

The album’s power lies in how its ambition is measured, never overindulgent. It flows with purpose from start to finish, showcasing guest verses from the likes of Scarface and M.O.P. without diluting its core. Over time, Moment of Truth has come to be regarded as a high point in Gang Starr’s catalog—a mature, confident statement that stood the test of time.

NEW / Released in 1988 / Reissue 2015

Tracklist:

A1 You Know My Steez

A2 Robbin Hood Theory

A3 Work

A4 Royalty

B1 Above The Clouds

B2 JFK 2 LAX

B3 Itz A Set Up

B4 Moment Of Truth

C1 B.I. Vs Friendship

C2 The Militia

C3 The Rep Grows Bigga

D1 What I'm Here 4

D2 She Knowz What She Wantz

D3 New York Strait Talk

E1 My Advice 2 You

E2 Make 'Em Pay

E3 The Mall

F1 Betrayal

F2 Next Time

F3 In Memory Of...