Various - Murder Was The Case, The Soundtrack

Soundtrack, 2 Record Set, Record Store Day.

Translucent Red Coloured Vinyl

In Beloved Memory Calvin Broadus 1972 - 1994

Various - Murder Was The Case (The Soundtrack)

Artist: Various Artists (Death Row Records) Title: Murder Was The Case (The Soundtrack) Format: Vinyl LP (Double LP) Original Release: 1994 Label: Death Row Records / Interscope Records Genre: West Coast Hip Hop / G-Funk

The Deep Dive Details:

• The Original 1994 US First Press: Identifying a true 1994 original is crucial. Look for the catalog number 6544-92445-1 on the spine. The labels should be the classic black and red Death Row design. Unlike the later "Digitally Remastered" reissues, the original 1994 pressings have a distinct "analog warmth" and deep bass punch characteristic of Dr. Dre’s mid-90s production.

• The "Promotional" Stamped Copies: Many copies circulated in 1994 feature a gold stamped or white sticker on the cover stating "Lent for Promotional Use Only." These are highly sought after by collectors as they were often pulled from the very first batch of the production run, meaning the stampers were at their sharpest.

• Matrix and Runout Info: Check the dead wax for the etched codes: Side A: 6544-92445-1-A Side B: 6544-92445-1-B Look for the Precision stamp or the initials D.A. (indicating mastering at Precision Lacquer). This is the hallmark of a high-quality 90s West Coast Hip Hop pressing.

• The Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg Connection: This soundtrack accompanied the short film of the same name. It is legendary for featuring Snoop Dogg's "Murder Was The Case (Remix)" and Dr. Dre’s "Natural Born Killaz" featuring Ice Cube. Highlighting these tracks in your listing is a major draw for G-Funk collectors.

• The Explicit Lyrics Warning: Original 1994 copies feature the large, "Parental Advisory" logo printed directly on the sleeve (not as a removable sticker). If the logo is missing or looks like a modern high-resolution digital print, it is likely a later unofficial or "bootleg" release.

• Gatefold or Single Sleeve: The original US release was a Double LP in a single-pocket sleeve, meaning both records are housed in one opening. Some European versions were released as a gatefold. The US single-pocket version is the more common "OG" target, but finding a sleeve without "spine stress" from the weight of two records is the real challenge.

Keywords: Murder Was The Case, Vinyl LP, 1994, Death Row Records, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Natural Born Killaz, G-Funk, West Coast Hip Hop, 6544-92445-1, First Pressing.

Tags: 90s Hip Hop Vinyl, Death Row Collector, G-Funk Classics, Dr Dre Production, Rare Hip Hop Records.

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve