3rd Bass debut studio album, The Cactus Album was released on September 23, 1989, through Def Jam Recordings. This album blends old-school 80s hip-hop with a fresh 90s sound. It features tracks, The Gas Face, Step Into The Area and more. The critically acclaimed album not only showcases 3rd Bass’s lyrical genius but also solidifies their status as a significant influence in the history of hip-hop. The Cactus Album is now available on a Standard Black 2LP.

Tracklist:

A1 Stymie’s ThemeA2 Sons Of 3rd BassA3 Russell RushA4 The Gas FaceA5 Monte HallA6 Oval OfficeA7 Hoods
B1 Soul In The HoleB2 Triple Stage DarknessB3 M.C. DisagreeB4 Wordz Of WizdomB5 Product Of The Environment
C1 Desert BootsC2 The CactusC3 Jim BackusC4 Flippin’ Off The Wall Like Lucy BallC5 Brooklyn-QueensC6 Steppin’ To The A.M.C7 Episode #3C8 Who’s On Third
D1 The Cactus (Egyptian Mix)D2 Steppin’ To The A.M. (Soire Mix)D3 Brooklyn / Queens (UK Power Mix)D4 Brooklyn-Queens (Dub Base Mix)