88 speaks with Rodney in his own Manhattan pre-production studio overlooking the bustling blocks of the city, 88 explains how he took a mere three-word piece of advice from Q-Tip amidst the A Tribe Called Quest era, and mined a lasting career. The former record store clerk from NYC applied his passion for music and soon got to work with a rarely-boasted specific piece of equipment. 88 explains how it was his own naivety that would ultimately prompt him to hone a specific style that was all his own.
Heads can see that 88-Keys’ turntable shows it age and wear, and the self-proclaimed sampler surrounds himself with sonic sources (the records that stack up from the floor). Shopping beats to Jay (care of Beanie Sigel) in the growing years of Roc-A-Fella Records, 88 explains how Jay Z works so efficiently that two takes is often not necessary. The “No Church In The Wild” producer compares that against his longtime friend Kanye West, who has methods that demand “extreme amount of concentrated thought in every aspect of the song that you’re working on.” The world that the producer uses to describe the Watch The Throne results (or respective solo catalogs): “flawless.”
Just as he alluded to in the recent Cipher Show interview, the man born Charles Njapa recalls trading equipment tips with J Dilla, especially surrounding the then-newly-released Akai MPC 3000. Those reportedly secrets remain integral to Keys’ work today.
Once a beat tape-shopper, 88-Keys explains pushing boundaries into today, now creating compositions that he says, “change lives” if they work. A Head to the fullest, music certainly changed 88-Keys life, and as the series shows, Rodney’s too.
As Rodney Hazard has done with each previous installment (see: Da Beatminerz, M.O.P.’s Lil Fame and J-Zone), he applies the lessons from these legends into a fresh mix of his own. Teaming with Atlanta, Georgia-based sensation Rome Fortune (a relative of Cannonball Adderly and co.) and Jon Waltz. “It’s Mine” (included on Victim Volunteer) definitely has the full-bodied, aim-for-heavens approach heard in 88-Keys. The lessons were definitely received.
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Learn From Legends: 88-keys
Learn From Legends: Da Beatminerz
For more than 20 years, Da Beatminerz helped define a predominant, defiantly Brooklyn, New York sound. With low end bass, heavily filtered samples, and rich sonic textures, the Bushwick-based crew has been sought out by major labels and indie labels alike, making 12″ deep cuts and Rap classics played everyday on radio.
For his new “Learn From The Legends” series, premiering over the next month on Ambrosia For Heads, emerging producer Rodney Hazard checks in with some top New York City sonic craftsmen about their careers, techniques, and various standout records.
To start things off, Rodney heads to Bucktown to visit the Dewgarde House Of Hits. The childhood home of DJ Evil Dee (Ewart C. Dewgarde) and Mr. Walt (Walter V. Dewgarde) is where the pair best known as Da Beatminerz makes their grooves these days. Just off of the Franklin Avenue that colors the lyrics of Black Moon records, this is the back-drop where the brothers would stake their claim in music through quiet and careful dedication.
While Baby Paul, Rich Black, and Chocolate Ty were onetime additions in Da’Minerz, it was Walt and Dee that worked in record stores, before cutting their teeth on Black Moon’s 1993 debut, Enta Da Stage. Working closely with Nervous/Wreck Records, the pair would be the sonic core at the breakout Duck Down Records. In the years since, Walt and Dee have made joints for KRS-One, Naughty By Nature, M.O.P. and Big Daddy Kane.
Speaking in their studio, they discuss how they coupled many of their finest productions with high-powered remixes. Many of those companion B-sides crossed over, challenging and sometimes eclipsing the originals. “We had a vow back then, that whatever record we do, we do a single, and then a remix version,” says Evil Dee, who balanced his duties as a member of Black Moon.
In the video interview, the duo also explain how Smif-n-Wessun’s 20 year-old hit, “Sound Bwoy Bureill” was a mounting project. Initially a beat intended for Heltah Skeltah (as recently revealed), the guys added wind effects, with General Steele contributing another accent in making one of Rap’s finest Dancehall/Hip-Hop fusions.
Also, Evil Dee warns aspiring producers to “avoid the two-track” in pursuit of deep, expansive mixes.
In honor of the meeting, Rodney Hazard presents his mix of Joey Bada$’ “Alowha,” keeping the remix tradition alive:
http://www.audiomack.com/song/hxh/alo...
My production album Victim Volunteer is out March 31st.
www.VictimVolunteer.com
Adventures in Stereo Debut Show (3/29/16) - J. Rocc
Enjoy. Just listening now, but we're in for a real treat if the intro is any indication.
Listen HERE.
Directions:
1. Click the above link
2. Open the "All Shows" drop down menu
3. Find "J.Rocc"
4. Play the 3/29 episode of Adventures in Stereo
Turn the Party Out - Mixed by BKutzShakesdabutz
Turn The Party Out by Bkutzshakesdabutz on Mixcloud
Hip party vibe type mix of 70s/80s funk and rare grooves.
Pullin' from the Stacks: Ep. 14 - DJ Ian Head
As with all Ian Head podcasts, just some dope jazzy, dusty tunes to get you through the day.
J. Rocc Live on Spaceways Radio (3/22/15)
J. Rocc will begin hosting his own radio next Sunday night (3/29) on KPFK. Here he is with a live mix on Carlos Nino's Spaceways Radio. It's hard to tell where the mix actually begins, but you're pretty safe if you begin at the 1 hour mark.
Listen HERE
Directions:
1. Click the above link
2. Open the "All Shows" drop down menu
3. Find "J.Rocc"
4. Play the 3/22 episode of Spaceways Radio
Jérôme "Tacteel" Echenoz and The Genevan Heathen - Above The Law Tribute (Deluxe Edition)
Classic West Coast acts like Above the Law never did (and still don't) get a whole lot of love from the hip hop vanguard, but there really seems to be a niche following for these type of acts on the net. Well, I guess there's a following for just about everything online now that I think about it a little more. Nevertheless, this mix right here is a prime example of the type of mix I'd love to make if only I had more time. Prioritization has killed more of my mix themes than Bravo TV has killed my brain cells. Still have a proper G-Funk mix (no, not like the namby pamby ones all over the net) that I've got to do before I die. However, that mix is going to have to wait in line behind the 30 volumes of Madlib mixes I'd also like to do. Where to begin? I'll shut up now. Enjoy the mix.
A tribute to Westcoast hip hop legends Above The Law: Cold187um, KMG, Total K-Oss, Go Mack.
Concept and song selection by Jérôme "Tacteel" Echenoz and The Genevan Heathen
Mixed by Jérôme "Tacteel" Echenoz
Artwork by Mattfoley
Special shoutout to Goon Kid (Rolex)
R.I.P. KMG The Illustrator
TRACKLISTING
01. Never Missin’ A Beat (Intro) (1992)
02. Just Kickin’ Lyrics (1990)
03. Concrete Jungle (1994)
04. Clinic 2000 (1996)
05. Game Wreck-oniz-iz Game (1992)
06. V.S.O.P. (1992)
07. Dose Of The Mega Flex (1991)
08. X.O. Wit Me (1998)
09. Harda U R The Doppa U Faal (1992)
10. Aftermath (feat. Kokane) (1994)
11. Murder Rap (1990)
12. Adventures Of… (1998)
13. What Cha Can Prove (Mega Mix) (1990)
14. Call It What U Want (1992)
15. Pimpology 101 (1992)
16. Rain Be For Rain Bo (1994)
17. Another Execution (1990)
18. Uncle Sam’s Curse (1994)
19. B.M.L. (Commercial) (1991)
20. In God We Trust (1998)
21. Why Must I Feel Like Dat (1992)
22. Apocalypse Now (1996)
23. G’s & Macaronies (1992)
24. Words 2 My First Born (2001)
25. Floetry (1998)
26. Ghetto Platinum (2002)
27. 100 Spokes (Fresh On D’s Remix) (1996)
28. Livin’ Like Hustlers (G-Mixx) (1991)
29. We’re All In The Same Gang (1990)
30. Everywhere We Go (2001)
31. City Of Angels (Original Version) (1996)
32. City Of Angels (DJ Raze Screwed Up Remix) (1996)
33. Encore (1996)
34. Kalifornia (1994)
35. Return Of The Real Shit (1994)
36. Pimp Clinic Anthem (1994)
37. Everything Will Be Alright (1994)
38. Don’t Bite The Phunk (1994)
39. Satellite Niggaz (1996)
40. Mee Vs My Ego (1992)
41. The Streets (1998)
42. The Last Song (1990)
43. Black Superman (1994)
44. Outro (1992)
Original version released on CD by Institubes (R.I.P.) back in the days.
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Anything Goes Mix (sampler) - Mixed by Kenny Dope
It's just a sample, but I'll take what I can get with any Kenny Dope mix. You can always cop the entire mix HERE.
Kenny “DOPE” Gonzalez is one of the most prolific artists of the modern music age. The four time Gram- my nominated musical genius has been entertaining and astounding the masses alike with his fusions of house, hip-hop, Latin, jazz, funk & soul, reggae, alternative pop and broken beats for 20 years. Known as a living encyclopedia of beats and tagged with the nickname “DEBO” by his closest friends, Kenny is a purveyor of sonic masterpieces.
“Im really happy to collaborate with a brand that is just as passionate about music as I am. It’s dope to be able to share a mix with you that showcases all the sounds that I work with and love. I appreciate 101 Apparel including me in their line, its great to bring you an exclusive mix and the Limited Edition Tee. Go get it 101 Apparel. Peace” - KENNY DOPE
DJ Nu-Mark's Documentary "Nu-Conduit" (Parts 1-5)
All the stuff followers of this blog want to see from their favorite deejays on tour: footage of life on the road (hotels, airports, planes, hotels, exotic food, diggin' spots, live performances, interviews, etc...). Parts 2-5 after the jump.
The Beat Junkies present SOUNDCHECK Debut Show - Ep. 1 w/ MED, Dilated Peoples, & LMNO (2.10.15)
The Beat Junkies present:
Soundcheck
Broadcasting Live from Los Angeles
7-10PM Every 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Of The Month
On The Beat Junkie Radio channel
Exclusively on Dash Radio.
Download the Dash Radio App for free or listen to us on the web: www.dashradio.com.
Episode 1 (Debut Show) w/ MED, Dilated Peoples & LMNO
February 10, 2015.
First Hour
Mix: J.Rocc
Intro Common - Rewind That
The Quakers feat. Guilty Simpson - Rip
Mobb Deep - Taking You Off Here
Step Brothers - Swim Team Rastas
Bizarre Ride - Double Lief
Jay Electronica - We Made It feat Jay-Z
MF DOOM - Doomsayer (Young Guru Remix)
Mr. Muthaf**kin Exquire feat. Heron - Chains
Slum Village - Scheming w/ J Dilla, Posdnous & Phile Dawg PRhyme - U Loos
Cozz - DKBU
J Dilla - Baby feat Guilty simpson
J Dilla - Lightworks
J Dilla - Pause feat Frank & Dank
Dabrye - Game Over feat. Jay Dee
Dinco D x Mellow Man Ace x Jarobi White - Case by Case ????
D.I.T.C - Digging In The Crates (Dj Premier Remix)
Masta Ace - Top Ten List (??? Remix)
Guest: MED
Axel F - Omega feat Blu
Axel F - Searchin'
Axel F - Screechin White Walls feat. Guilty Simpson
MED - Jungle Love feat. Guilty Simpson
Second Hour
Mix: Dj Babu:
Vince Staples - Progressive
Your Old Droog - Bad To The Bone
Fashawn - The Beginning
Guest: Dilated Peoples
Dilated Peoples - Let Your Thoughts Fly Away
Dilated Peoples - Cut My Teeth
Dilated Peoples - Directors
Dilated Peoples Good As Gone (Live)
Pusha T - Lunch Money
Rapsody - Godzilla
PRhyme - To Me To You
NikoBeats - Remove This Doubt
Ultimate Force - I'm Not Playing
Third Hour
Mix: Dj Icy Ice:
Slimkid3 x Dj Nu-Mark - No Pity Party
Da Bush Babies- The Love Song
Mass influence - All Out
Guest: LMNO
LMNO - Long Beach (inst)
LMNO - Industry
LMNO & Twiz The BeatPro as Cohorts - Cohorts
Cohorts - Like Mind
Pete Rock & CL Smooth - Straighten It Out
Freestyle Fellowship - 4th Seal
Stro Elliot - Miles Funk
The Loop Professor - The Stop and Gil
Outro
All 45s Mix on Eaves Drop Radio (2/27/15) - Cosmo Baker
@cosmobaker came through Eavesdrop Radio to help @recordbreakin & @lildave celebrate 10 YEARS of rockin' the airwaves with the finest soul, jazz, funk, hip hop and beats.
Cosmo's computer was on the fritz, so he brought two huge bags of records with him and threw down in our studio like the pro that he is.
He was even kind enough to send over a tracklist for all you trainspotters & diggers:
Bernard Herrmann - “Diary Of A Taxi Driver”
Beethoven - “The Funky Devastate Pt. 2 (DJ Format Remix)
DJ Spinna - “Dillagence feat. Phonte”
Slimkid 3 & DJ Nu-Mark - “Bom Bom Fiya”
Blue Boy - “Remember Me (Jim Sharp Edit)”
Jan Hammer Group - “Don’t You Know”
Surprise - “Sweet Love”
Bobby Franklin’s Insanity - “Bring It On Down To Me”
Big Daddy Kane - “Extra Raw (Monk One BDK Vs Greedy G Edit)”
B.Cause - “In The Sea”
James Brown - “Funky Drummer (Jorun Bombay Make Me Sweat Edit)”
Freqnik & WDRE - “Pass The Peas”
Take 6 - “Spread More Love (DJ Shepdog’s 45 King Re-Touch)”
Unknown Artist - “Rigor Mortis”
Sunlight Square - “I Believe In Miracles”
The Jackson 5 - “Dancing Machine (Big Trudy’s DOmecracker Dub)”
Sandra Richardson - “I Feel A Song (In My Heart)”
Jesse Anderson - “Swing Too High”
Rimshot - “Dance Girl”
Maggie Threatt - “Soupy”
King Coleman - “The Boo Boo Song”
The Diplomats - “I Can Give You Love”
Dee Edwards - “Why Can’t There Be Love”
Orgone - “Funky Nassau”
Orchestre Du Bawobab - “Kelen Ati Len”
Gwen McCrae - “90% Of Me Is You”
Cheers to 10 more years of Eavesdrop!
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Pullin from the Stacks - Episode 13 (March 12 2015) - DJ Ian Head
Another episode of laid back crunchy grooves for a crunchy groovin' Thursday.
The Hop X Damu the Fudgemunk - Mixed by Soul Supreme
In case you haven't seen this mix posted on other sites, this all vinly Damu mix will certainly help you get through you Wednesday.
Boiler Room, Sao Paulo - DJ Nuts
DJ Nuts Boiler Room Sao Paulo DJ Set by brtvofficial
It's been a while since I've spotted anything of note online coming from DJ Nuts. This is by far the most extensive video footage of the legendary Brasilian deejay I've seen. Audio can be downloaded HERE. Enjoy.
Wake-Up Show Biggie Tribute - Mixed by DJ Dstrukt
As far as I'm concerned, all of Dstrukt's Wake-Up Show mixes are the stuff of legend. Enjoy
Fresh Cheeses: All Natural Biggie Breaks - Mixed by Royale
Mrs. Mixes is out of town conquering the business world so Mr. Mixes didn't have his normal blogging time that he's accustomed to. Please send all complaints to Mrsmixesgonnaeatthatassforlunch@gmail.com. Feel free to listen to this excellently crafted Biggie breaks mix while you're filing your complaint. Highly Recommended
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Klaus Layer - What a Day_Living Room Soundtrack
Just a little video of one of my favorite beatmakers doing exactly that, making a beat.
JORUN BOMBAY PRESENTS - FUNKBOX RELOAD : MARCH 2015 Edition (Co-hosted by Flexxman)
Excellent stuff right here! This mix reminds me a lot of DJ Revolution's Class of 87/88/89 mixes (I mean that in the most complimentary of ways). Props to DJ ADA for putting me onto this mix.
DJ Session: DJ Revolution
Here is an incredibly impressive 18 minute set by DJ Revolution from 2011. It takes Rev a minute or two to get warmed up, but once he finds his groove you can watch him incorporate all sorts of trick mixing techniques (some of which are new to me). Highly Recommended.
Marsellus Wallace RENDEZVOUS DJ Set (13 February 2015)
I'm not sure if all the songs on this mix are properly classified as "psychedelic," but this mix has a very psychedelic vibe to it.
RENDEZVOUS! is very proud to present another exclusive all library & soundtrack DJ set by esteemed record collector Marsellus Wallace! Here we have a one hour and fifteen minute long mix of mind-blowing sonic gems. As with his last visit (also on a Friday the 13th...coincidence?), Mr. Wallace's crate was LOADED with grails galore! Press play and have a listen for yourself...and please bear in mind, these are ALL original issue pressings, NOT reissues or compilations. This set was recorded LIVE onto tape at the Hyperion Tavern in Los Angeles on 13 February 2015. Enjoy!
Beyond: A Tribute to Nujabes - Mixed by Daddy Kev
Top shelf cool-out right here. Props to the anonymous student who put me up on Nujabes.
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