Pipomixes: April 2010

A Tribute to Q (Quincy Jones) Part 1 - Mixed by DJ Spinna

Here is a re-post of one of the first mixes ever posted on this blog.

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Snow Creatures
Summer In The City
Gula Matari
Tomorrow
Listen To The Melody
Strawberry Letter
Lost Man Theme
Along Came Betty
Hummin
I'll Be Good To You
What I Been Missing
Dude
Manteca
Q
Tell Me A Bedtime Story
You've Got It Bad Girl
Get The Funk Out My Face
Baby Be Mine
Betcha Wouldn't Hurt Me
Superwoman
Give Me The Night
Streetwave
Dinorah Dinorah
Emerald City
Money Soundtrack
Star Of A Story

The Best of Pete Rock - Mixed by DJ Hudson

This mix was originally intended to be posted along with the Noisemakers interview of Pete Rock. However, with all the madness that is my current living situation, I was unable to post this mix until now. Better late than never. Enjoy the mix.

The Best of Pete Rock - Mixed by DJ Hudson (download)

Courtesy DJ Hudson

Pirate Radio Documentary

Love music? Have 16 minutes? Need inspiration? Watch now and thank me later.

Choice Cuts: Live in Dublin - Mixed by J.Rocc

Here is a live recording of a J.Rocc set performed in Dublin back in November 09. I imagine most of you who visit this blog have seen J.Rocc perform live. If you haven't, do yourself a favor and see him if he is ever within driving distance of where you live.

Choice Cuts: Live in Dublin - Mixed by J.Rocc (download)

Via EJ Nord

Happy Birthday Marvin Gaye Part 1 - Mixed by DJ Spinna

Two of my favorite mixtapes of the last year have come from Mr. Slept-On, DJ Spinna. The Recall was smooth as silk and this Marvin Gaye mix couldn't be better. Listen and enjoy.

Happy Birthday Marvin Gaye Part 1 - Mixed by DJ Spinna (download)

Arthur Verocai - Mixed by DJ Nuts

A mandatory mix for a Monday morning. Below is the description of the mix.

DJ Nuts is an astute and rigorous historian of Brasil’s vast and varied musical culture. His record collection is legendary; his skills as a DJ are world class. We commissioned him to make this mix to help people understand the extraordinary legacy of Verocai. Many by now know Verocai’s self-titled album, some even know the more popular compositions and arrangements, but none have dug as hard as Nuts. Years of collecting and a strong friendship with Verocai himself have made this historic mix possible. 78 minutes of all Verocai compositions and arrangements is a dream come true.

Arthur Verocai - Mixed by DJ Nuts (download)

Courtesy Vtech phones

Keith 'Guru' Elam Tribute Mix - Mixed by DJ Premier

Can't get more official than this.

Keith "Guru" Elam Tribute Mix by Dj Premier Blog Radio on Mixcloud

We Are the New Standard Feat. C-Minus

I highly recommend watching this thoughtful mini documentary about Los Angeles based DJ/producer C-Minus (Lexicon/Power 106/Almighty RuffNexx/Fantastik 4our). I imagine if you are a frequent visitor to this blog and fellow dj/music lover, you'll completely understand C-Minus' musical and deejay philosophies. Just watch.

Clement & Co. Presents: WE ARE THE NEW STANDARD - C-Minus from Clement & Co. on Vimeo.

Statik Selektah - This is Hip Hop

Kind of inspiring.

Kuts Foundation - Mixed by DJ Shortkut

New rule, ShortKut mixes must be re-posted every 6 months to ensure fan appreciation.

Kuts Foundation - Mixed by DJ Shortkut (zshare download)

Hot 97 Guru Tribute Mix - Mixed by Mister Cee

"If I want to do a tribute to Guru, I’m not asking no one for permission, but if I do ask for permission, I’m asking Premier….Shoutout to all of Guru’s blood relatives”

Hot 97 Guru Tribute Mix - Mixed by Mister Cee (download)

Keith 'Guru' Elam - 7/17/66 - 4/19/10

No new mix or video today. Today will be a day of mourning for my man Guru. He may not have been the greatest emcee of all time, but there was something about his voice and flow that was purely magnetic. In my opinion, nobody rode a Primo beat quite like Guru. I would have never been exposed to Langston Hughes and the Harlem Renaissance if not for Guru. Something about his lyrics made me want to be smart. Now, as a grown man, I can only look back at my life and wonder what would have been had I not pursued my education. I'll never really know. What I do know is that for much of my late teens and early twenties my motivation for improving myself came from wanting to be able to drop knowledge the way Guru did throughout all those Gang Starr classics. R.I.P. Guru

Covers, Tributes, & Reinterpretations - Mixed by Pipomixes

I think Mos Def was right when he said that the future of hip hop is in the instrumental album. I think 95% of my favorite releases of the last few years have been without emcees. Since I'm always looking for a new theme to base a mix around, I thought it would be a good idea to mix together my favorite cover songs, tributes, and reinterpretations of hip hop classics that have proliferated over the last few years. Now it just so happens, all these joints (or almost all) are emcee'less. The mix consists of tributes to, reinterpretations of, and covers by Miles Davis, Jeremy Taylor, El Michels Affair, Wu Tang Clan, Isaac Hayes, Biggie Smalls, Frank Sinatra, Madlib, J. Dilla, J. Rawls, Beatnuts, Pete Rock, Eryka Badu, Mr. Chop, A Tribe Called Quest, Carlos Nino & Miguel Atwood Ferguson, Damu the Fudgemunk, Jefferson Airplane, Tom Scott, Oh No, DJ Spinna, Black Moon, John Coltrane, and a few more that I can't remember. Listing all these name I bet you're probably thinking that this mix is like 3 hours long. Wrong. The mix runs just under 25 minutes. I know, I know, why so short? Well, you already know the answer to that. Quality over quantity. In any event, a lot of time, money, energy, and love went into this effort so I hope you all enjoy.

Addis to Axum - Mixed by Quantic

All sorts of funky African rhythms on this bad boy. Have a great week.

Addis to Axum - Mixed by Quantic (download)

Courtesy Vtech/Mochilla

Noisemakers Feat. Pete Rock

Recently, Peter Rosenberg held the latest version of Noisemakers which featured Pete Rock (download entire interview here). As customary with every edition of Noisemakers, some of the beats from Pete Rock's illustrious career were recreated by Daru Jones and The Noize (Daru on drums, Igmar Thomas on trumpet, Chris Rob on keybass, and Jared Jacobs on keys & synths). I think I'm going to have to put live renditions of hip hop songs right up there with videos of bedroom studios, I'm just a sucker for them. Hope you enjoy.

J. Rocc Video Mix from Timeless Tour

Anybody know where to buy the presale tickets for the 5/1 L.A. event?

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The Sounds of VTech / JRocc at Timeless SXSW

WBLS Thunderstorm 3/18/94 - Mixed by DJ Premier

Imagine turning on your fm dial today and hearing this.

Wbls Thunder Storm Radio Show (03/18/1994) by Dj Premier Blog Radio on Mixcloud

DJ Premier Interview with Suite 903

Primo discusses diggin', his musical influences, and the current music that he enjoys.

Polish Funk Vol. 3: Why Not Samba (Promo Mix) - Mixed by Papa Zura

This one was a real fan favorite a while back. Original post below.

I received this gem of a mix in my email about a week ago and I finally got around to giving it a listen. WOW!! Who would of thought our polish brothers could be so damn funky? Being an American, I do admit that I'm guilty of that USA is the center of universe mentality. However, after listening to this mix I'm certainly going to make a greater effort to explore non-American interpretations of funk, soul, hip hop etc... Listen to the mix and enjoy.

Polish Funk Vol. 3: Why Not Samba (Promo Mix) - Mixed by Papa Zura (download)

1.Alex Band - Zbiegowisko
2.Chorus & Disco Company - Discoland
3.Andrzej Zaucha i Dżamble - Opuść Sny Moje
4.Jan Ptaszyn Wróblewski - Rajd Safari
5.Klan - Epidemia Euforii
6.Bogdan Gajkowski - Nie Żal Mi Takich Dni
7.Wojciech Karolak - Why Not Samba
8.Alibabki - To Była Para
9.Piotr Figiel - Śniadanie O Północy
10.Test - Sam sobie Żeglarzem
11.Skaldowie - Juhas Zmarł
12.Jerzy Milian - Gacek
13.Novi Singers - Wszyscy Razem
14.Stan Borys - Szukam Przyjaciela
15.Andrzej Dąbrowski - Powrót
16.Gramine - Osiem Koni Albo Czterdziestu Ludzi
17.Complot Of Six - Pieprzem I Solą
18.Bemibem - Jajecznica
19.Grażyna Łobaszewska & Crash - W Najprostszych Gestach
20.Young Power - First Not Last

Steinski Choicecuts.com Relaunch Mix

Below is the official write-up. Highly recommended.

With partner Double Dee (Douglas DiFranco; a prince) he co-produced the series of records known as The Lessons: The Payoff Mix, Lesson 2 (The James Brown Mix), Lesson 3 (The History Of Hiphop) for the Tommy Boy label. These analog tape cut-and-paste collages, still widely bootlegged (and wildly illegal), are generally acknowledged as three of the most influential works in the world of hip hop and dance music production.

Cited as definitive influences by DJ Shadow, Cut Chemist, and Fatboy Slim, among others. Add to this the fact that Steinski is one of New York’s most sought-after advertising copy writers and it’s easy to see there is a mind behind all this musical greatness!

Steinski Choicecuts.com Relaunch Mix (download)

Jazzy Jeff Live in Charlotte North Carolina

I hope my man D was able to see this live.

Just Matter & Roger Jao Present Still Diggin Disco

I'm no disco fan, but this mix is fire on an August day.

Just Matter & Roger Jao Present Still Diggin Disco (download)

Lost Remixes Vol. 2 - Mixed by DJ C-Los

For those of you who enjoyed volume 1, here's another one. I've got to say that I really love these volumes of mixes.

Lost Remixes Vol. 2 - Mixed by DJ C-Los (download)

C-Los - Intro
Charizma - My World Remix By Madlib
Krs - One-Get Your Self Up Remix By Pete Rock
Ras Kass - Soul On Ice Remix By Diamond D
Lord Finesse - Brainstorm Remix By Lord Finesse
Blahzay Blahzay - Danger Remix By Pf Cuttin
Artifacts - Ultimate Remix By Showbiz
Masta Ace - Sat Night Remix By Premier
Odb - Brooklyn Oo Remix By Lord Digga
Shyheim - Pass It On Remix By Rns
King Just - Warriors Drum Remix By E-Swift
A Tribe Called Quest - Know Nalm Remix By Tribe
Funkdoobiest - Rock On Remix By Buckwild
Stacks Promo - Interlude
Cypress Hill - Stoned Is The Way Remix By Muggs
Das Efx - Kaught In Da Ak Remix By Premier
Brand Nubian - Punks Jump Up Remix By Diamond D
Jeru Tha Damaja - You Cant Stop Remix By Pete Rock
Cypress Hill - Hand On The Pump Remix By Muggs
Black Moon - Buck Em Down Remix By Da Beatminerz
Souls Of Mischief - 93 Til Infinity Remix By A-Plus
Del - Made In America Remix By Del
Redman - Time 4 Sum Aksion Remix By Erick Sermon
Showbiz & Ag - Fat Pockets Remix By Showbiz
3rd Base - Product Of The Environment Remix By Marley Marl
King Tee - At Your Own Risk Remix By Marley Marl
Beastie Boys - Shake Your Rump Remix By Madlib
Ghostface Killah - Ghost Is Back
Main Source - Peace Is Not The Word To Pay Remix By Large Pro
Ultra Magnetic Mcs - Poppa Large Remix By Da Beatminerz

Via Domeshots

Malcolm McLaren Tribute Mix - Mixed by DJ Premier

Malcolm Mclaren Tribute Mix by Dj Premier Blog Radio on Mixcloud

Perfect mix for a Sunday afternoon. Sorry no download, but the mix is golden.

88 Keys Interview

DJ Kon Live in Paris 1/23/10

Damn! Looks like I missed seeing Kon & Amir in Paris by about 1 week. Man, that would have been real nice.

Part II

Part III

Part IV

So this is De La Heaven - Mixed by DJ Platurn

Wow, I can't believe it took me so long to re-up this gem. This is the mother of re-ups. Original post below.

DJ Platurn of the Oakland Fader brings you what might be the best DeLa mix I've heard (at least the best mix that focuses on the breaks De La used). Recommended for all, but a must listen for you break heads.

So This Is De La Heaven (Mixed by DJ Platurn)

OST ABC - Mixed by Alphabethead

I have to say that I tend to be really impressed by mixes that are well executed with themes that I wished I had thought of, or mixes with a theme that I intended to do. This one falls in the latter category. The mix incorporates breaks, soundtracks, library records, the whole 9. I highly recommend you give this mix a listen.

OST ABC - Mixed by Alphabethead (download)

Courtesy Grymeworks

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