" Scott Down & DJ Cutler Cut Shit Up "
Even though I have enjoyed Scott Down & Cutler mixes in the past, when I first spotted “Ultimate Breaks & Beatles” awhile back I simply dismissed it as another NEW AGE gimmick without even listening to it….
What a fucking mistake….
These guys pull out all the stops – Heavy layering, unpredictable twist and turns, loads of scratches, blends, insane editing, and all types of other shit that I can’t even begin to describe…
Over an hour of absolute chaos…
“In the tradition of its two titanic subjects, the mix defies genre; at once spanning, re-contextualizing, and transcending everything from classical to blues to jazz to rock to rap in just over and hour. Unlike your neighborhood hipster laptop DJ’s latest trendy “mash ups”, there were absolutely no software, sequencers, or techno used here–just a ton of vinyl, two turntables, a mixer, and an 8 track”…
" Windy City Wreck "
When I first heard Akbar’s Groove on Jamalski’s “Roughneck Reality” album I damn near lost my marbles…Two minutes of pure B-Boy adrenalin…
Akbar went on to release a couple singles and a poorly marketed album on Ill Boogie Records…Solid material, but I don’t think it captured his full potential..Don’t get it twisted though cousin – Akbar is still clutching mic’s and doing his thing in the new millennium…
On this cut from 2011 (Good Food) he keeps the wordplay crisp…
And while your at it you might as well peep the “Akbar’s Groove” video to help you get your mind right!!
" Monday Morning Morale "
This mix by former Original Flavor member “DJ Chubby Chubb” features one of my favorite slept on joints from the 90’s, “Cock Back The Nine” by the mysterious outfit Camouflage Large…
I rarely hear anyone talking about this group for some reason…
Anyway, this mix (Street Madness) is holding some other heatrocks that will hold your attention as well…CHECK IN…
TRACKLIST:
Side A:
Intro
Biggie smalls & jay-z – Brooklyn’s finest
Krs one – High school rock
Chubb rock & biz markie – No rubber, no backstage
Akinyele – In the world
Rob-n-Steal– Life on the line (rmx)
Mc gruff – Harlem kidz get biz
Heltah skeltah — Da wiggy
Lil kim — Sweat dreams
Paula perry – Paula’s Jam
Uneek
The ranjahz – Daily basis
De la soul – Can’t call it
Blahzay blahzay – Good cop bad cop
Poor righteous teachers – Gods, Earths and 85ers
Saukrates – Father time remix
Side B:
Jay-z: Friend or foe
Atcq – Peace prosperity & paper
Large pro & Pete rock – The rap world
Heltah skeltah – Operation lockdown
The roots – Sections
Sadat x & Fat Joe – Nasty hoes
Doo wop & king sun – N.Y love
Lord finesse — Game plan
Money boss players – Games
Jay-z & Sauce Money- Bring it on
Children of the corn – Harlem USA
Unknown
Finsta bundy – where ya at
Rawcotiks – hardcore hip hop
Camouflage large – coc bac da 9
Kwest the mad ladd – what’s the reaction
Big kwam – I don’t give a fuck
Hurricane g
" DJ Red Alert Signing Off "
Red Alert helped jump start the careers of BDP, Vicious (remember him ?), Jungle Brothers, and ATCQ to name a few…I would even go as far to state that without the assistance of “Red”, it’s a possibility the Native Tongue movement wouldn’t have reached the heights that it did…
On his final broadcast with Kiss FM he lets loose a barrage of head nodders..Peep what the man had to say regarding his last session on the station..
“AS I’M ABOUT TO DO MY FINAL SHOW ON 98.7 KISS FM (10PM – 12 MIDNIGHT EST), I CALL IT THE “THANK YOU MIX”. MANY BELIEVED, ENJOYED & SUPPORTED ME DURING MY TIME ON THIS STATION, I AM GRATEFUL & HONORED TO HAVE YOU BY MY SIDE. YES I LEFT KISS FM SEVERAL TIMES TO WORK AT OTHER STATIONS (HOT 97 & POWER 105) BUT I ALWAYS RETURNED HOME WHERE I FIRST STARTED. THIS TIME THERE IS NO COMING BACK AS KISS FM COMES TO AN END. SOME MAY REMEMBER ME WHEN I FIRST STARTED UNDER AFRIKA BAMBAATAA & THE ALMIGHTY UNIVERSAL ZULU NATION, BUT KISS FM IS THE PLACE THAT BROUGHT ME OUT TO THE FOREFRONT. TO ALL STAFF MEMBERS THAT I’VE WORKED WITH AT THE STATION THROUGH THE YEARS I WANT TO THANK YOU, WE HAD GREAT TIMES. TO EVERYONE I’VE MET THROUGH OUT MY CAREER (ASSOCIATES, BUSINESS, ETC) I ALSO WANT TO THANK YOU. MOST IMPORTANTLY I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU TO THE LISTENERS WHO MAY HAVE HAD DIFFICULT & STRESSFUL TIMES, BUT STILL TUNED INTO THE RADIO TO HELP THEM GET THROUGH IT ALL, I THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO ENTERTAIN YOU.”
VIA- EGOTRIP..
" For Those That Like To Groove, Part 37 "
The Ambassador (KZSU – Soul Spectrum Show Standford) takes us on a wild journey through sound on this explosive mix of Brazilian tunes….If you are looking for some high powered frequencies to jump start your weekend shenanigans, you just found it trooper…
Quit stalling and catch a groove..
Tracklist:
1. Baby – Quinteto Ternura
2. Vida Antiga – Erasmo Carlos
3. Gostava Tanto de Voce – Tim Maia
4. Primavera – Trio Esperanca
5. O Vale – Cassiano
6. Nem Quero, Nem Saber – Claudia (cover of English song “I Don’t Care” by Tim Maia)
7. Salve Linda Cancao Sem Esperanca – Luiz Melodia
8. Shadows Dark and Blue – Terry Winter
9. California Soul – Tamba 4 (promo only)
10. Sentimento – Tim Maia (his first single from ’68)
11. Viu, Menina – Tony e Frankye
12. Estrela D’Alva – Socrates
13. Na Rua, Na Chuva, Na Fazenda – Golden Boys
14. Como? – Paulo Diniz
15. Depois Da Queda (Tema De Flor) – Roberto Menescal (edit)
16. Baby de Tal – Ronnie Von
17. Azul da Cor do Mar – Tim Maia
18. Quando Vejo o Sol – Os Incriveis
19. As Dores do Mundo – Hyldon
20. Feel Like Making Love – Anna Mazotti
21. Just For You – Gerson King Combo
22. Linha do Horizonte – Azimuth
" House Shoes On Production "
Peep this collection of House Shoes productions that you might have overlooked…
HIP HOP BATTLEFIELD TOP PICKS….”Broken”, “Stomp”, “Purest”, “Slaves” is my favorite of the bunch…
" Shades Of Brooklyn Rockets "
Chocolate Tye, Rambo, Rev. Al, and Tee Black were a Bushwick, Brooklyn crew affiliated with the Beat Minerz in the mid-90’s….They dropped a handful of solid singles on Pandemonium Records..
In 2010 Chopped Herring released the highly sought after “Pandemonium EP” that is worth your attention…Go track that down if you haven’t already..
Anyway, the No TV Raps Crew put together a nice comprehensive mix of strictly S.O.B. material…
CHECK IN DUKE..
" 1983 Steez "
WOW….
Stupid rare footage for all my dedicated Hip Hop students on the motherfucking BATTLEFIELD….
“This is the complete historical performance remastered from the original VHS recordings it was taped to. It’s over 21 minutes of ground breaking live footage featuring 1983 B-Boy crews, the Magnificent Force, Uptown Express, the Fantastic Duo, the Flash Dancers, Larry Watson and Jason Twigg, the Heartbreakers, and the Dynamic Breakers. This B-Boy contest was hosted by Leslie Uggams, co-hosted by Carlos De Jesus, and includes celebrity judges Anita Morris, football great Hershel Walker, All My Childrens’ Debbie Morgan and Darnell Williams, Earl ‘the Pearl’ Monroe, Disco Fever Owner Sal Abbatiello, WABC News Anchor John Johnson, Saturday Night Fever and Beat Street Choreographer Lester Wilson, and artist Lillo Thomas. Also features a short introductory documentary on the early Hip Hop culture featuring interviews with Afrika Bambaataa and other members of the Zulu Nation. On top of all that it includes a 1983 Burger King Hip Hop commercial from the airing, which was purposefully included to complete the throw-back vibe. The winners of the contest received $2500, an appearance on New York Hot Tracks, and a key role in the movie Beat Street”.
" Real Live Shit "
Almost anyone can multitrack a decent mix in the confines of their studio if they have their head screwed on right, but can those same DJ’s execute that shit in a live setting ?
Lord Finesse brings that spontaneous action on this live session from Sydney, Australia…Over one hundred tracks in two hours, perfect listening material for all my night riders out there..POW.
VIA – CC.
" Breakbeat Lou Speaks "
Bill Stephney, Brian Coleman, Joe Schloss, Nelson George, Mtume, and Mr. Breakbeat Lou Flores recently rocked a roundtable discussion for the EMP Conference…Do yourself a favor and soak up the jewelry..
" Joint Of The Day "
We finally get a release date for the highly anticipated Show Biz & A.G. project “Mug Shot Music – Preloaded”…Mark your calendars for May 8th if you know what’s best for you..
Damn, “The Bond” has been on constant rotation for the last three days…
WHY ?
Show creates the perfect backdrop for AG to spill his guts regarding all the classic groups who dissolved because of INDUSTRY RULE 4080…Don’t sleep.
" Funk Mode "
Awwwww yeah this is more like it…
Mr. Craig lets loose on this superb collection of funk tunes….If you think I am bull shitting, take a look at the playlist homeboy….
ROCK ON!!
TRACKLIST-
Track 1 – Tighten Up / Archie Bell & The Drells
Track 2 – Chairman Of The Board / Finders Keepers
Track 3 – Funky Brewster / The Jive Turkeys
Track 4 – Nobody But You Babe / Clarence Reid
Track 5 – Losing You / Courtial
Track 6 – Some Mother’s Son / Sandra Phillips
Track 7 – Do The Bus Stop / Fatback Band
Track 8 – Shang Foo Pt.1 / Danny Freeman & The Soul Superiors
Track 9 – Babalonia / Ricardo Marrero & The Group
Track 10 – Hey Joyce / Lou Courtney
Track 11 – Licking Stick, Licking Stick / Rusty Garnett
Track 12 – Wheedle’s Groove / Annakonda
Track 13 – Trespasser / Bad Medicine
Track 14 – Tighten Up Tighter / Billy Ball & The Upsetters
" Attack Of The Killer Demos, Part 9 "
On one hand I’m happy that Common has been able to parlay his rhymes into a full fledged career and take care of his family, but on the other hand I wish that he would have stuck to the original recipe without all the EXTRAS (Ya feel me)..
And the so-called battle with that cornball Drake didn’t help matters..
Anyway, here is the demo that helped him get his Relativity deal in the early 90’s…FRESH IS THE WORD.
“Un American Caravan” TRACKLISTING-
1. First Days Of School
2. Take It Easy (original)
3. To The Temple
4. Who Stole The Clippers
5. The Caravan Train
6. Divide And Conquer
7. ‘A’ For Effort
" New Shit On Deck "
Lex Boogie From The Bronx (School of Sharks) & Aarophat recently connected to release the impressive cut “Panic”….Scratches by DJ Chinch 33..
Be on the lookout for “Invictus” and more heat from the duo in the near future…
" Reading Is Fundamental "
Over the years I have managed to collect a heavy arsenal of Hip Hop related books….Everything from the “Gospel Of Hip Hop” to M.F. Grimm’s book, “Sentences”(don’t get it twisted though, I also read many other types of books HAHA) ….
My man from the “Scratch Shamans” recently hipped me to a new release entitled, “Groove Music: The Art & Culture of The Hip Hop D.J.” that looks like it is right up my alley..
“Today hip-hop is a global phenomenon, and the sight and sound of DJs mixing and scratching is familiar in every corner of the world. But hip-hop was born in the streets of New York in the 1970s when a handful of teenagers started experimenting with spinning vinyl records on turntables in new ways. Although rapping has become the face of hip-hop, for nearly 40 years the DJ has proven the backbone of the culture. In Groove Music, Katz (an amateur DJ himself) delves into the fascinating world of the DJ, tracing the art of the turntable from its humble beginnings in the Bronx in the 1970s to its meteoric rise to global phenomenon today. Based on extensive interviews with practicing DJs, historical research, and his own personal experience, Katz presents a history of hip-hop from the point of view of the people who invented the genre. Here, DJs step up to discuss a wide range of topics, including the transformation of the turntable from a playback device to an instrument in its own right, the highly charged competitive DJ battles, the game-changing introduction of digital technology, and the complex politics of race and gender in the DJ scene.
Exhaustively researched and written with all the verve and energy of hip-hop itself, Groove Music will delight experienced and aspiring DJs, hip-hop fans, and all students or scholars of popular music and culture”.
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