| Exit Strategy | |
|---|---|
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | 30 September 2006 |
| Recorded | Tardis Studios |
| Genre | Australian hip hop |
| Label | Elefant Traks |
Exit Strategy is the debut album from Astronomy Class and was released on 30 September 2006. [1] It also features collaborations from several prominent Australian MCs and musicians. [2]
All tracks written by Shannon Kennedy, Shane Roberts, Chris Hamer-Smith and Maddox unless otherwise noted. [3]
Guest artists on the album include: [2]
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| Pop Matters |   [4] |
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