Though billed as
A.G.'s first solo effort,
The Dirty Version is actually a collaborative effort between
A.G. and his
Ghetto Dwella affiliates (
D-Flow and
Party Arty). Wherever
A.G. emerges, beats are sure to follow, and the production (
Showbiz,
Premier,
Buckwild,
Diamond D, and
Lord Finesse) is the LP's backbone. Even though
A.G.'s frequent collaborations with
the Ghetto Dwellaz create disconcerting gaps in continuity, there's no disputing the groupings between
A.G. and his esteemed
D.I.T.C. cohorts, "Drop It Heavy" featuring
KRS-One and
Big Pun, "Weed Scented" featuring
Guru and
O.C., and "Underground Life" featuring
Fat Joe and G.D. While
A.G. runs the risk of overexposing himself before the highly anticipated
D.I.T.C. project, this serves as an adequate appetizer before the impending feast.