” Cratery : 58 “
On episode 58 of the CRATERY podcast Bozack Morris keeps the groove morale levels explosive to say the least…If you need more contemplation tunes in your rotation you just found it…
TRACKLIST
1. Voices of East Harlem – Little People
2. Black Merda – Long Burn the fire
3. EWF – Fan the Fire
4. Ruth Copeland – The Medal
5. The Edwards Generation – That’s how much I love her
6. Yutaka – Breath of night
7. Mladen Franko – Yellow Balloon
8. Augusto Martelli – Walking Caribe
9. Rex Brown and Company – Act of threat
10. Dennis Olivieri – I cry in the morning
11. James Moody – The World is a Ghetto
12. Lyn Taitt – Stepping up
13. The Eight Minutes – Next time he’ll be good
14. Ponderosa Twins – Bound
15. Skip Mahoney and the casuals – I need your love
16. UNLISTED
17. Truth and Devotion – I must see my lord
18. Cal Tjader – Morning
19. Jamey Aebersold – Essence
20. Joey Gregorash – Down by the river
21. Moody – Lonely Jelly
22. Bobby Bean Sound and Singers – Tabou
23. Morton Stevens – Uptight
24. Formula IV – If we can’t get along
” Early NYC Gangster Mode “
Do yourself a favor and watch RUBBLE KINGS in it’s entirety before this link gets deaded…
“From 1968 to 1975, gangs ruled New York City. Beyond the idealistic hopes of the civil rights movement lay a unfocused rage. Neither law enforcement nor social agency could end the escalating bloodshed. Peace came only through the most unlikely and courageous of events that would change the world for generations to come by giving birth to hip-hop culture. Rubble Kings chronicles life during this era of gang rule, tells the story of how a few extraordinary, forgotten people did the impossible, and how their actions impacted New York City and the world over”…
” Polo Maniac “
One of the Lo-Life founders RACK-LO has a Big Kartel page that is flooded with all types of wreck that you should peep out….Medallions, bracelets, Lo-Sport, Lo-Vintage, watches, eyewear, bags, etc….
When you head over make sure to tell him the grimey dude from HIP HOP BATTLEFIELD sent you jack !!!!!
” Burn Your Face Off “
KHUFU ONERZ (The man responsible for the GMV artwork) is a god damn monster when it comes to this Hip hop shit…He rhymes, makes beats, and gets extremely busy with the aerosol…Here are a couple flicks that are bound to uplift your morale….BLAM,BLAM, BLAMZ..
” Legions Of Boom Steez “
OLIVER WANG puts the spotlight on the Filipino Mobile DJ scene in his new book – “Legions Of Boom : Filipino American Mobile DJ Crews In The San Francisco Bay Area”….You can cop the book HERE…..
And while your at take a listen to this hour long Q&A session with the author on the CYPHER PODCAST duke…
” Under The Radar Wreck “
No disrespect to anyone, but I have never been the fan of the term “RANDOM RAP”..I’m not exactly sure who coined that particular description, but I feel that it undermines the artist and belittles their contributions…Anyway, after finally finishing the CHECK THE TECHNIQUE 2 book by Brian Coleman I kept thinking about the chapter on the BEAT NUTS where PSYCHO LES mentioned his first production credit on the 2-2-4 “Ill Tempo” 12 inch with co-production from ROB SWIFT (MADD RECORDS 1988)…..
Like many of you I have never heard this joint, so being the dedicated Hip Hop student I am, I went and tracked down a clip to check it out (I seriously doubt I will find this rare piece of wax for under 300 dollars, so I guess You Tube is the next best thing, somewhat)….After giving it a listen I was seriously surprised it went under my radar – because it is very fresh to say the least..
” Iomos Marad : The Voice EP “
It’s been awhile since I have heard anything from Chicago rhyme slinger IOMOS MARAD, so it was nice to spot that he had a new EP out….If it was up to me to pick a single from this project to receive the wax treatment, “Despair” featuring SB would be my first choice….
” Summer Heat “
Major salute goes out to the entire staff at VENDETTA VINYL HQ for blessing me with these ADIDAS TOP 10 custom scorchers….These are so explosive that I might have to put them on stash mode for a few decades…
GOD DAMN…
It’s Hip Hop treats like this that keep a brother on his motherfuckin toes..
” Joint Of The Day “
“Livin in the ghetto, shit is real kid / shorties going all out – catching bodies, never doing bids”….
I’m going to take you all the way back to 1996 with the BX crew PEOPLE WITHOUT SHOES for some slept on goodness…”Ghettonetics” is loaded with ill crime narratives, plenty gun talk, and hypnotic, dusted out production that will keep your head nodding….Out of all the joints these dudes put out – this is my top ranking favorite….
” Southern Vanguard : Wise Intelligent Speaks “
I have finally recovered from my BORNDAY shenanigans and I’m fully charged up…It’s going to be a wild week on this side so make sure you stay tuned into the BATTLEFIELD if you know what’s best for you….
The SOUTHERN VANGUARD crew keep the 2015 momentum pumping with special guest WISE INTELLIGENT this time around..
” Boxcutter Bornday Business “
My Bornday is tomorrow, so I’m gearing up for some marathon DIGGING sessions for the next 48 hrs…..Big up to everyone that has supported the BATTLEFIELD for the last 8 years, it is appreciated….
MF GRIMM & I will be on the CONSPIRACY RADIO show with those guys out in the UK this Friday 6’oclock Pacific time, so make sure you mark your calendars for that….Also here is the snippets for BOXCUTTER BROTHERS 2 with AYATOLLAH & myself….Official illness on deck for you to bang out with duke (FEEL FREE TO SPREAD AROUND)….
Salute-
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“BOX CUTTER BROTHERS 2 is the second release from AYATOLLAH and DRASAR MONUMENTAL available @ VendettaVinylVietnam.com Video mixed & edited by THE BOOGIE MENSCH for SPECTER13 Productions. Additional support from HipHopBattlefield.com”
” PEZO : 120 Lessons Mix re-post “
About a year and a half ago my dude PEZO came correct with the “120 Lessons Mix”….Two hours of certified scorchers on deck, so do the right thing if you haven’t heard this yet…
*ARTWORK BY KUFU ONERZ.
Tracklist:
1) Fat Joe – “The Shit Is Real” DJ Premier Remix
2) J-Twice – “It’s Going Down Sucka”
3) Scum – “Scum Live”
4) MF Grimm & Drasar Monumental – “If You Don’t Know”
5) Roc Marciano – “By The Book”
6) DJ Spinna – “Dillagence”
7) Pretty Tone Capone – “Marked For Death”
8) Lord Finesse – “Isn’t He Something”
9) Rock La Flow – “Wreckamic”
10) Magnificent Shakeem – “You Better Be Treacherous”
11) The Wizard Of Rap – “Escape From East New York”
12) T.D.S. MOB – “What’s This World Coming To”
13) Hitman – “Mental Pressure”
14) Geo & Ricochet – “This Is How It’s Done”
15) T.D.S. MOB – “The Rhyme You’re About To Hear Is True”
16) The P. Brothers Feat. Boss Money – “Blam Blam For Nottingham”
17) Constant Deviants – “Fulton Street”
18) Fla Fla – “Master Movement”
19) Madlib – “Young Blood”
20) Constant Deviants – “Problem Child”
21) Brothers Of The Mind – “Stop Schemin”
22) Finsta Bundy – “WTF”
23) All Natural – “50 Years”
24) Father Don – “Piece Of The Action”
25) P. Brothers Feat. Milano – “Got It On Me”
26) Big L. – ” Give It To Em L.”
27) Blvd Mosse – “Can’t Eecape The Hypeness”
28) Nardo Ranks – “Gun Pon Cock”
29) Asher D. & Daddy Freddy – “Ragga Muffin Hip-Hop”
30) Stezo feat. Dooley O. – “Piece Of The Pie”
31) Psycho Les – “Psychodelic Shit” Mobb Deep Remix *Planet Rocker Blend*
32) ORF Big Band – “La Serena”
33) Kashmere Stage Band – “I Wish -Pt. 1.”
34) Dennis Coffey & The Detroit Guitar Band – Scorpio
35) Frankie Gee – “Date With The Rain”
35) Voices Of East Harlem – “Take A Stand”
” Bicycle Breaks 2 “
Happy Father’s Day to everyone out there…
Being a Hip Hop dad myself, I make sure that my son / sun JAHMEL is raised on a healthy diet of heavy breaks.This morning I played this mix by NICK BIKE “Bicycle Breaks 2” and he immediately got his mind right.I suggest you scoop this up and prepare for nonstop goodness troopers…
” Catch A Groove “
If your on the hunt for more groove morale in your life, CHECK IN DUKE !!!
“This tenth mix in the Standards, Versions & Revamps’ series closes the first chapter – the 1960s – with a selections of covers recorded or first released in 1969. Ranging from Jamaican reinterpretations of recent hits to soul takes on rock hits, those 40 minutes of (mostly) HEAVY SOUL should be fascinating to tryout as a party starter!”
Tracklisting :
01. Lloyd Williams – Because I Am Black
(from ‘Because I’m Black’ 7 inch, 1969 / Supreme)
SYL JOHNSON cover, more info on wikipedia
02. Marcia Griffiths – Don’t Let Me Down
(from ‘Don’t Let Me Down’ 7 inch, 1969 / Escort)
THE BEATLES cover, more info on wikipedia
03. The Phoenix Authority – Come Together
(from ‘Blood, Sweat & Brass’ album, 1969 / Mainstream)
THE BEATLES cover, more info on wikipedia
04. Dusty Springfield – Am I The Same Girl
(from ‘Am I The Same Girl’ 7 inch, 1969 / Philips)
BARBARA ACKLIN cover, more info on wikipedia
05. Billy Preston – Hey Brother
(from ‘That’s The Way God Planned It’
JIMI HENDRIX cover, more info on wikipedia
06. Brother Lloyd’s All Stars – The Tramp
(from ‘Rock Steady Hits Of 69’ compilation, 1969 / Fontana)
LOWELL FULSON cover, more info on wikipedia
07. Bobby Womack – I Left My Heart In San Francisco
(from ‘My Prescription’ album, 1969 / Minit)
TONY BENNETT cover, more info on wikipedia
08. Harvey Averne Band – Stand
(from ‘Brotherhood’ album, 1969 / Fania)
SLY & THE FAMILY STONE cover, more info on wikipedia
09. The Soulful Strings – Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child
(from ‘String Fever’ album, 1969 / Cadet)
TRADITIONAL NEGRO SPIRITUAL, more info on wikipedia
10. Solomon Burke – The Mighty Quinn
(recorded 1969, from ‘Proud Mary: The Bell Sessions’ compilation, 2000 / Sundazed)
BOB DYLAN cover, more info on wikipedia
11. The Dells – Dock Of The Bay
(from ‘Love Is Blue’ album, 1969 / Cadet)
OTIS REDDING cover, more info on wikipedia
12. The Zack Laurence Orchestra – Stiletto
(from ‘Alive An’ Kickin’ album, 1969 / DJM Records)
SID RAMIN cover, more info on wikipedia
13. Joe Cocker – Feelin’ Alright
(from ‘With a Little Help from My Friends’ album, 1969 / Regal Zonophone)
TRAFFIC cover, more info on wikipedia
Total time : 39mn 12s
” Golden State Warriors : The HD’z “
Since the Warriors won last night, it’s only right that I put the spotlight on a northern Cali Crew that deserve more “shines”….
When I watched the STONES THROW documentary awhile back, I couldn’t help but notice that a few names were mysteriously omitted from the film…RASCO (who had one of the labels biggest hits with the “UNASSISTED”, and the HOMELISS DERELIX)….The HD’z were a crew that emerged from San Jose with a hazy, dusted out, Jazzy vibe that immediately captured my attention…GRAND THE VISITOR & THE ARCHITECT sounded different than anything else out on the label, and it’s somewhat criminal that their names aren’t brought up more often when dudes are talking about ill groups from Cali in the 90’s – early 2000’s….
The good folks over at TI4TH recently posted up some rare HD’z material that you should peep..
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