MF Doom “Operation: Doomsday” 2xLP

Underneath his mysterious metal mask, MF DOOM hides the cachet underground legends are made of.

The 1999 release of Operation: Doomsday marked MF DOOM’s official debut, reintroducing a mysterious figure who would soon become one of underground rap’s greatest voices.

Within its 19 tracks, Operation: Doomsday reveals the confluence of DOOM’s tragic past, personal interests and daring creativity.

His clever rhymes and remarkable schemes stood out against the landscape, and every sound he touched from cartoon theme songs, to ’80s soul, to rap classics and more got reinterpreted into something brand new and surreal.

Decades later, MF DOOM is still celebrated for all facets of his work and influence. In the face of tragedy, DOOM re-infiltrated the rap game on his own terms, and crafted an instant cult classic.