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Man vs. Machine

by Xzibit

Released: October 01, 2002

West Coast hip hop, gangsta rap

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

The album features prominent guest appearances from Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, M.O.P, and Nate Dogg, highlighting its star-studded lineup. "Man vs. Machine" is the fourth studio album by American rapper Xzibit, released on October 1, 2002. Notably, this album marked the final release by Loud Records before the label ceased operations the same year, making it a significant milestone in Xzibit's career and in the landscape of late 1990s and early 2000s hip-hop.

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Production credits include Rick Rock, Bink, Rockwilder, Erick Sermon, DJ Premier, and Dr. Dre, who also served as the executive producer.

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Reception

Debuting at number three on the Billboard 200 chart, "Man vs. Machine" sold over 156,000 copies in its first week. It later achieved gold certification from the RIAA.

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The Complete Album Story

"Man vs. Machine" is the fourth studio album by American rapper Xzibit, released on October 1, 2002. The album features prominent guest appearances from Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, M.O.P, and Nate Dogg, highlighting its star-studded lineup. Production credits include Rick Rock, Bink, Rockwilder, Erick Sermon, DJ Premier, and Dr. Dre, who also served as the executive producer.

Debuting at number three on the Billboard 200 chart, "Man vs. Machine" sold over 156,000 copies in its first week. It later achieved gold certification from the RIAA. Notably, this album marked the final release by Loud Records before the label ceased operations the same year, making it a significant milestone in Xzibit's career and in the landscape of late 1990s and early 2000s hip-hop.