Looking for the Perfect Beat Vol. 2 (Side A) - Mixed by DJ K-Def

Looking For The Perfect Break Volume 2 is a nearly 40 minute mixtape on vinyl by DJ K-Def. If you’re familiar with his Looking for the Perfect Break Volume 1, you know what to expect here. If this is your first time hearing a K-Def mix, do not expect to hear the same old sounds that you often hear on break mixes. Instead, K is showing off some of his personal favorites including many impossible to find sounds and rare grooves from his vast record collection, mixing in and out of songs at a rapid pace. This record is a must have for folks who appreciate good music as well musicians/producers seeking new sounds and inspiration.

This 12" features nearly 40 minutes of high fidelity audio, seamlessly mixed (no drops or overdubs) and mastered by K-Def a frame-worthy jacket designed by Joe Buck.

Looking for the Perfect Beat Side B - Mixed by K-Def

Side A was released a few months ago in promotion of K-Def's vinyl only mix. ReDef Records posted side B yesterday on their soundcloud page. Highly Recommended break mix.

Looking For The Perfect Break, V1 - SIDE A - Mixed by K-Def

I won't front, I haven't listened to this mix quite yet. However, if it's anywhere near the other K-Def mixes posted a little while ago you should listen immediately (because I am).

 Tired of hearing the same ol songs? So is K-Def. From his House of Hits / Pirate Radio days (alongside the legendary Marley Marl), all the way through his current incarnation as a 'producer's producer,' it is safe to assume that the New Jersey native knows a thing or two about records. Looking For The Perfect Break Volume 1 provides a look into K's world, where new breaks and grooves are continuously being unearthed at a breakneck pace and ordinary sounds are run through K-Def's mixboard and morphed into new sonic creations. Much like the Chief Rocka himself, this live, 1-take mixtape on wax does not stand still for too long before K changes the pace and introduces new sounds into the sequence.
This 12" features over 40 minutes of high fidelity audio, seamlessly mixed (no drops or overdubs) and mastered by K-Def a frame-worthy cover/jacket designed by Joe Buck (widely known for his work with De La Soul).
Side A
21 minute seamless mix of rare grooves, breaks and more.
Side B
Track 01: 22 minute seamless mix of rare grooves, breaks and more.
Catalog #: RDF039
Artist: K-Def
Title: Looking For The Perfect Break, Vol 1
Format: 12" Vinyl featuring a rapid fire DJ mix
Label: Redefinition Records
Official Release Date: July 9
www.redefinitionrecords.com

K-Def - Music is My Character

Music Is my Character by Gasface

I was meaning to post this over the weekend but I didn't want this video to get overlooked. I was personally very inspired and encouraged by K-Def's commitment to music in general, as well as the preservation of hip hop culture. Hip Hop is still very much alive and there are plenty of notables who continue to do their thing at a very high level. I just hope more "notables" continue to preserve and showcase the culture in as thoughtful a way as K-Def.

Breaks DJ Mix 2 - Mixed by K-Def

 

Welcome back everybody!  I found another K-Def gem while browsing his soundcloud page.  These K-Def mixes are absolute fire.  I'm not sure where you can find part 1 of this mix, or if there even is a part 1.  The important thing to take away from these K-Def mixes is that it's amazing what dope records and skills will produce.  I'm probably reading way too deeply into this, but I interpreted these mixes as shots at all the overly technical deejays obsessed with cue points, midi controllers, etc...  Highly Recommended.

The Breaks: Session 1 - Mixed by K-Def

 

This mix would have been a sure shot for the top 12 of 2012 had I heard it a few days earlier.  An extraordinarily impressive mix of breaks.  Both the mixing and the song selection are impeccable.   Highly recommended.

Video: K-Def In-Store at Fat Beats NYC

Ahh, just seeing the inside of the NYC Fat Beats makes me feel all warm and hip hoppy inside. I must admit that Mr. Def has some definite skills on the 1's and 2's.