” Article Don Status “
Even though it is currently freezing cold here in Vietnam, California – I’m still on some heavy tropical shit…
Pressure Sounds recently re-issued some rare material from Lee Scratch Perry’s BLACK ARK stash….You know the drill duke, turn the volume up, grab an ice cold Red Stripe, and catch a motherfucking zone…
” Friday Check In “
The Boiler Room is a mobile live DJ podcast that hits up various spots around the globe…This time around they bring AMIR (of Kon & Amir fame) to bless us with some potent selections….
He does bring some heat to the table, but I wish he would of taken the time to at least rock a couple blends (seems like a lost art these days)…Regardless, if your in the mood for some sample source material, rare grooves, and fly head nodders do the right thing and check in…
* Some of the cats in the background need to take a class on how to groove correctly…HAHA..
” Midweek Flavors “
I’m quite sure you heard part one of DJ Muro’s highly explosive “SUPER FUNKY AFRO BREAKS” mix….Here is part two to help you get your mind right and exact..
Turn the volume up a few notches and prepare for heavy breakbeat turbulence duke !!!.
“OC & Ray West : Just Cause “
Here is the second shot from the OC & Ray West collabo album “Ray’s Cafe”…
Be on the lookout for it’s release in the near future..
” Breakfast Of Champs “
My cuzzo MAD MIGUEL is a god damn monster when it comes to collecting…
Records, old school whips, kicks, vintage colognes, boom boxes, movies, tapes, beer signs, bikes, toys, and all types of other wild shit that would make your average collector rethink some things….
While building with him earlier today discussing the good old days of poverty and extreme frustration – he broke out this 1989 Wheaties Michael Jordan cereal box and blessed me with it (someone cares)….
Salute to you MAD MIGUEL for being an original California kid….
1L-
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” Lord Digga 2013 “
Recently one of the HIP HOP BATTLEFIELD readers hit me up in regard to a LORD DIGGA compilation I posted up a few years back….After much research I was unable to track down the comp homeboy….
But I did stumble onto a new site (The Highsmen) that is headquarters for all things LORD DIGGA related in 2013…New music, flicks, updates, merch, etc…
” Under The Radar : Mathematik, Repost “
*Originally posted 1/11
Since it is Sunday it’s only right that I hit you off with some official torpedos to aid in simmering you down from your weekend antics….Toronto’s “Mathematik” deserves more recognition for his impressive style of rhyming……Instead of flipping run of the mill braggadocio type lines – he speaks with substance, agility, and of course 5 % mathematics….
Math was once down with a crew called “Down To Erf” and they released a fresh E.P in 1998 (Rhyme Training) that is worth scooping…..DONT SLEEP.
TRACKLIST-
1. Insertion of Thought
2. Formation
3. Rhyme Training
4. To Each His Own
5. Learn To Earn
6. On My Mind
7. Relative Evidence
8. State Of The Art
” Walt Sicknin Steez “
This joint by WALT SICKNIN “Philly Wrecking Stuff” should help you start off your Sunday correctly…
Check in duke……Produced by Llingo APT for Kick Drum Records..
” Sunday Drama : Klute OST “
You want the drama, you can’t handle the motherfucking drama……
HAHA…..
Michael Small’s score to the 1971 Alan J. Pakula drama Klute remains one of the great lost soundtracks in American film. A proposed Warner Bros. LP was scrapped, and while bootleg copies surfaced in the years to follow, this 2006 Harkit set represents the first official release the music has received, albeit some 35 years into its existence. What’s frustrating is that Klute demands consideration among the finest soundtracks of its heady era. Eerie and portentous, Small’s melodies weave together elements of funk, psychedelia, and jazz to create a kaleidoscopic portrait of post-counterculture downtown New York. Themes like “Bree’s Abandon (Take It Higher)” and “The Tape” employ daring arrangements and exotic instruments that underscore Small’s mastery of texture and mood. The music is liberating but claustrophobic, perfectly capturing the tenor of its times.
TRACKLIST-
A1 The Tape (Main Title) 2:02
A2 Rooftop Intruder 3:09
A3 Love Theme 1:26
A4 Goldfarb’s Fantasy 4:23
A5 Checking Leads 1:19
A6 Lounge Music 2:05
A7 Old Friends 0:30
A8 Bree’s Abandon (Take It Higher) 3:11
A9 Street Market / Love Scene 1:15
B1 Club Scene 2:52
B2 The Watcher 0:30
B3 Love Montage 1:25
B4 Alone In The Night 1:09
B5 Bree Flees John 2:11
B6 Righteous 2:59
B7 Waiting In The Loft 1:13
B8 Cable’s End 0:44
B9 Leaving The City (End Title) 3:42
” Born To Roll, Part 2 “
Earlier this week I ventured out of Vietnam, California to head up north to Portland, Oregon for a battery re-charge…While I was up there I had the opportunity to do some heavy digging (P-Town has over 20 record stores), sight seeing, catch a Masta Ace show, grub at my favorite Ethiopian spot, and go to the infamous Adidas campus facility……
WOW…
The campus comes equipped with a soccer field, various departments, and a impressive employee store that rocks all types of secret society gear for half off…..In front of the campus they had these ill shell toe statues that had made me bugging out…..
If your ever on a mission to check out the great northwest, I highly recommend hitting up Portland cuzzo, but bring your goose down or else…
” B-Boy Morale “
If your looking for a little B-Boy morale in your life, look no further than this wild footage of the 72 Smoke Winners edition from the IBE contest earlier this year….
WHEW…..
” Connecticut Kartel Steez “
I’m going to transport you back to 1997 for a dose of Connecticut hardcore…The Connecticut Kartel consisted of three members, Unkut, Yah, and Third One and they dropped a few releases in the mid-90’s…
On the “Questions Is” EP they drop tales of crime wars, murder, and even a sprinkle of sociopolitical bars….
HIP HOP BATTLEFIELD TOP PICK….
” J-Rocc : Activator Mix “
Beat Junkie president J-ROCC brings the backyard bbq boogie vibe on this flavorful mix….Do yourself a favor and check in…
” Young Zee Speaks “
In my opinion EMINEM is a mixture of Chino XL, Masta Ace, and former Outsidaz repper Young Zee (also a sprinkle of Pace One for that matter)…
It’s no coincidence that EMINEM used to be a member of their crew….
Unfortunately Young Zee hasn’t fully received the recognition that he deserves, even after a high profile Blaze battle, collabs with Lauryn Hill, a marriage to Rah Digga, and many show stealing verses….
I believe with the right production he can still do much damage out there because he has enough charisma, humor, and wild punchlines to pull it off..Anyway, he recently caught up with Werner Von Wallenrod for a nice in-depth interview that will hold your attention….
” Chiraq Wreck “
KID MILLIONS (Dope Folks) hits us with a strictly Chicago mix of under the radar joints 1988-1998…
Turn the volume up and go for yours troop….
1. EC Illa – Chicago Hip Hop
2. Deep Freeze – City Runnin Shit
3. Fully G – There She Goes Again
4. Infinito – Shadow Hours
5. Definite Vacation 4 Suckas – Blowing up the spot
6. Main Frame – Her,Her & You
7. M.C. Juice – Pressue
8. Sundance – A Better Day
9. B.A.T. – Unspeakable Truth
10. SuperStar Da Kleva – A.D.I.D.A.S.
11. The Ra- I – Rigley Feel
12. Black AG – Honey Hamma
13. Blade – Get A Load Of Me
14. Pure & Natural – Startin Funky
15. ME & I – The Wrath
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