Future Classic: Dela “Translation Lost” LP
Dela returns for his third release in as many years. After “Changes of Atmosphere” in 2009 on Fatbeats, the “Robert Glasper Beat Tape” in 2010 he now release his second official record called “Translation Lost”. On top of being a ridiculously dope producer whose jazzy chops and sharp snares conjure …
Forgotten Treasure: Public Enemy “Air Hoodlum” (1992)
The relationship between basketball and hip-hop to me is almost as close as breakdancing and graffiti. Or maybe it’s just because I grew up playing basketball and rap music was just the soundtrack to my life back then. Since it’s March Madness season I figured I’d dig for a Hip-Hop …
Future Classic: Dela “WhatUWanna” ft. Blu
It’s tricky coming up with a sophomore album. One could say it’s about taking the essence of your past work and bringing it to another level, without doing the same thing twice. With that in mind, Paris/Montreal based producer Dela teams up with Drink Water Music to deliver Translation Lost, …
Mobb Deep “Shook Ones” finally uncovered!
Finally the sample behind one of the hardest and grimiest beats of the 90’s has been uncovered. Mobb Deep’s “Shook Ones pt.II”, the mother of all classics if you wanna stab someone in an alley. Apparently, the archeological find was made by Bronco from the awesome sampling site called The-Breaks.com …
Forgotten Treasure: Saukrates / Choclair “21 Years / Father Time” (1995)
Ok, this is the first of what I hope to be weekly theme oriented “Forgotten Treasures” selections. Starting things off nicely with long forgotten CANADIAN gems. We gonna bring heat from all angles and show you all that there tons of dope shit that came out of here. So here …
Future Classic: J Rocc “Some Cold Rock Stuff” – New Album
Wowza. Gotta admit I’ve been really looking forward to this one. J Rocc(of Beat Junkies fame) is one of my favorite DJ’s is releasing his second full lenght record for Stones Throw Records. His first 12′ with the “Party” and “Star” tracks which came out in November was hands down …
Fullrange’s Sexy Soul | Volume Trois
This is the third cloudcast of my sexy soul selection. This mix featured the soulful and sexy voice of James Blake, Jamie Woon, Jamiroquai, Mayer Hawthorne, Quadron, Nina Simone and Kissey Asplund. Big up for the two Canadian include in cloudcast: The Weeknd and Shad. Incredible hip-hop production from France …
Future Classic: Exile & Free the Robots “Los Angeles 10/10”
The conclusion of one of the best beat series in recent memory is here. Part 10 of 10 of Los Angeles beat maker series from All City Records features Exile & Free The Robots. After volumes with Teebs, Daedelus, Computer Jay, Dam Funk, it concludes the series in a very …
Future Classic: MED ft. Talib Kweli “Classic”
Brand spanking new official video from MED and Talib Kweli for “Classic” which has been floating around for a few months. Super fresh jazz club video to go with that classic boom bap lyricist thang! From the forthcoming album by MED on Stones Throw. “Classic” is produced by Karriem Riggins. Directed …
Forgotten Treasure: Kool G Rap & Nas “Fastlife” (Norfside Remix) (1996)
Another key example of how a strong remix can make a very average track into an absolute classic. On paper a Nas and Kool G Rap collaboration right in the (1996) of the golden years of hip-hop sounds promising. Wrong. Check the original version here for proof (Youtube link). A …
Jay Electronica – The Making of Act II
Depending on which hip-hop head you ask Jay Electronica may be the more overhyped MC or just the ultimate tease. After being considered by everyone to be the up and coming guy for the past 3-4 years the dude has yet to release a record. So he was signed to …
Future Classic: Moka Only “Grab Grab Grab”
Moka Only is definitely one of Canada’s most prolific and underrated MC’s. By the time I finish this post he’s gonna probably put out another 2 records. Loving this jam. Perfect winter headphone music.