Francis Magalona is regarded as a true
OPM icon and to
celebrate the life and music left behind by the country's Master Rapper,
Polyeast Records re-issues Francis M's first three records—titled collectively
as The Story of Francis M—all in one
package.
"As a legend of Pinoy rap music, Magalona released few of his award-winning albums under Octoarts back in the ‘90s and his hits have remained as a symbol of patriotism and hope for the country. And now, get Francis Magalona's collection that hits you with the best Pinoy rap in one complete 3-album package which collects the albums YO! (1990), Rap Is FrancisM (1992) andMeron Akong Ano (1993)—spanning decades of Pinoy hip-hop which Magalona have established as one of the most idolized, celebrated and influential rappers within the genre," said Polyeast Records in a statement.
It is important to take note that Francis M's debut album, YO!, is recognized as the first commercially released Filipino rap album in the country.
Most of Francis's early hits such as "Mga Kababayan," "Gotta Let ‘Cha Know," "Cold Summer Nights," "Man From Manila," "Mga Praning," "Halalan," "Meron Akong Ano," "Bahay Yugyugan," "Ito Ang Gusto Ko," "Ayoko Sa Dilim," and "Ubos Biyaya," among others, are included in the special box set release.
The album also documents Francis's evolution both as a songwriter and recording artist, which allow the listeners to appreciate even more the significance of Francis M in local music and pop culture as a whole.
Polyeast Records recently announced that The Ultimate OPM Collection featuring Francis Magalona is still available in record bars nationwide. The said collection is also a compilation of the late rapper's early chart topping hits.
The Story of Francis M. Collector's Edition, released by Polyeast Records, is exclusively available at all Odyssey and O Music and Video outlets.