LABEL: Sony Legacy
RELEASE DATE: 08/14/2026
VARIANT: Black Vinyl LP

Run-DMCs third album, Raising Hell (1986), marked a shift from their earlier phase of building and breaking down doors. Produced by Rick Rubin, the album showcased the groups unique sound and the genres evolution. The worldwide smash, “Walk This Way,” featuring Aerosmith, reached #4 on the Billboard pop charts and solidified RUN DMCs status as MTV idols. Other classic singles include “You Be Illin,” “Its Tricky,” “Peter Piper,” and “My Adidas.” Raising Hells energetic, charismatic, and innovative sound captivated fans and signaled the beginning of the Golden Era of rap music, with its sound remaining fresh today.
TRACKLISTSide A
1. Peter Piper
2. It’s Tricky
3. My Adidas
4. Walk This Way
5. Is It Live
6. Perfection

Side B
1. Hit It Run
2. Raising Hell
3. You Be Illin’
4. Dumb Girl
5. Son Of Byford
6. Proud to Be Black