The L.J.'s

The L.J.'s is the debut studio album by American Los Angeles-based hip hop duo the Likwit Junkies, composed of rapper Defari of the Likwit Crew and DJ/record producer DJ Babu of Beat Junkies and Dilated Peoples. It was released in March 2005 through ABB Records. Recording sessions took place at Daddy's Room in Corona, California. Production was handled by DJ Babu, with Defari co-produced two of its 18 tracks. It features guest appearances from Dodee Westbeach, Noelle Scaggs, Evidence, Krondon, Phil Da Agony, Planet Asia and Rakaa Iriscience. The album was supported by four singles: "Keep Doin It" b/w "S.C.A.N.S.", "The Hop" b/w "Dark Ends", "One Day Away" b/w "Strength in Numbers" and "Ghetto" b/w "Brother". The album was met with generally favorable reviews from music critics.

Personnel

 * Duane "Defari" Johnson – vocals, co-producer (tracks: 11, 12), executive producer, art direction
 * Chris "DJ Babu" Oroc – producer, recording, mixing, executive producer, art direction
 * Noelle Scaggs – vocals (tracks: 2, 13)
 * Jason "Phil Da Agony" Smith – vocals (track 7)
 * Michael "Evidence" Peretta – vocals (track 7)
 * Dodee Westbeach – vocals (tracks: 8, 16)
 * Marvin "Krondon" Jones – vocals (track 10)
 * Jason "Planet Asia" Green – vocals (track 10)
 * Rakaa "Iriscience" Taylor – vocals (track 15)
 * Gene Grimaldi – mastering
 * Ben "Beni B" Nickleberry Jr. – executive producer
 * Diane M. Payes – project coordinator
 * Soap Design Co., LA – art direction, design
 * Block – photography