Collision Course – Jay-Z / Linkin Park (Vinyl 12" LP)
Originally released in 2004, Collision Course is a groundbreaking collaborative EP between hip-hop mogul Jay-Z and genre-bending rock band Linkin Park. Born from a special episode of MTV’s Ultimate Mash-Ups, the project fuses rap and nu-metal in a high-octane blend of beats and riffs. Produced by Mike Shinoda, the album features six official mashups, reimagining hits from both artists into explosive, genre-defying tracks that resonated with fans across musical boundaries.
Key Highlights
- Features iconic mashups like “Numb/Encore” and “Izzo/In the End”
- Blends Jay-Z’s lyrical prowess with Linkin Park’s aggressive instrumentation
- Won the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “Numb/Encore”
- Pressings often include coloured vinyl editions or bonus DVDs from the MTV performance
- Short, punchy runtime packed with energy and crossover appeal
Tracklisting
Side A
1. Dirt off Your Shoulder/Lying from You
2. Big Pimpin'/Papercut
3. Jigga What/Faint
Side B
1. Numb/Encore
2. Izzo/In the End
3. Points of Authority/99 Problems/One Step Closer
Fun Fact
Collision Course was the first EP to debut at No.1 on the Billboard 200 chart, proving the commercial and creative power of cross-genre collaborations.
Why You Should Buy This Vinyl
- A must-have for fans of early 2000s hip-hop and alternative rock
- Unique, officially sanctioned mashups that defined a new era of musical fusion
- Collectible value enhanced by special edition pressings and Grammy-winning tracks
- Delivers nostalgic energy and genre-blending experimentation at its finest
Collision Course is more than a mashup EP—it’s a bold statement on musical unity, and it sounds even more electrifying on vinyl.