Fat Boys – 1984 Fat Boys Sutra Records – SUS 1015

Fat Boys – 1984 Fat Boys Sutra Records – SUS 1015
Sutra Records – SUS 1015


**OG US 1996 PRESSING**
 

Visually Graded:
Cover: Strong VG+
Inner Sleeve: Generic
Record: VG+
Sutra Records – SUS 1015
We conservatively grade our records.

Fat Boys – Fat Boys (1984) | OG US First Press | Sutra Records – SUS 1015

Collector Summary

Original 1984 US first press of the Fat Boys’ self-titled debut album — a cornerstone of early hip-hop and one of the defining records of beatbox-era rap. Released on Sutra Records under catalog SUS 1015, this pressing captures the energy, humor, and pioneering production that helped push hip-hop into the mainstream. OG copies continue to rise in demand as early 80s rap vinyl becomes increasingly scarce.

Key Features

• 1984 Original US First Press

• Sutra Records – SUS 1015

• Early Golden Age hip-hop classic

• Features original 80s Sutra label design

• Historically important early rap title

• Increasingly scarce in clean condition

Description

Released in 1984, the Fat Boys’ debut album helped define the emerging East Coast hip-hop sound with party-friendly production, beatboxing, and larger-than-life personality. Produced by pioneering hip-hop producer Kurtis Blow, this record played a major role in taking rap culture from the streets of NYC to international audiences.

This SUS 1015 US first pressing is the version collectors seek for its warm analog mastering, original label artwork, and authentic 1980s packaging. As early hip-hop albums were often pressed in smaller quantities compared to rock or pop titles, surviving originals have become increasingly difficult to locate — making this an essential piece for serious Golden Age collectors.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1984 OG US Press)

• Catalog #: SUS 1015 on spine, labels, and jacket

• Original Sutra Records label with early 80s design and coloration

• Pre-barcode jacket typical of early rap releases

• Thick 1980s U.S. pressing ring and label stock

• Era-correct Sutra logo and typography

• No reissue indicators, updated barcodes, or modern distribution marks

Great For

• Golden Age hip-hop collectors

• Early rap & electro-funk enthusiasts

• Sutra Records catalog completists

• DJs seeking authentic 80s hip-hop sound

• Anyone building a foundational old-school rap vinyl collection

Searching for OG early hip-hop vinyl? We got you.

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Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.