Smoke Deep: September 2019

September 29, 2019

Hookuo - fizzy dizzy (2019)

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September 27, 2019

BlabberMouf & SQB - Ain't Backin' Down (2019)

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Vinyl Digital Exclusive: Limited edition of 500 2LP copies inluding instrumentals!

Welcome to BlabberMoufs 4th solo album! The Saga continues with more rhymes, more beats, while evolution is made!

It's Blabber at it's best on beats by SQB and they Ain't Backin' Down! Rhyme chains you won't believe, uptempo tracks that will move your hip and nod your head while smiling all the time because of this incredible flow. Make yourself ready to be burned by this overskilled MC as you've never heard him before. He'll show off his qualities between the big stages and the alley ways. He's not only backed by his friends from Chile but from his neighborhood, too. So you can count on Ellmatic to join the fun as well as Christmaz to show up here.

It's a next step and it's worth going it with Blabber. Maybe you'll find your favorite album of 2019 and beyond.

DJ NIKOLESS - HISS-STORY VOLUME 1 (2019)

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Tracklist:

Side A

Intro – Hiss Is For You

Madlib – My Style Is Different… ’95

The Distortionists – Retaliation ’96

Kemest – One For Dah Mental ’95

Stedy Serv – Lyrical Graffiti ’99

Interlude: (All Natural-50 Years) ’96

Definite Vacation 4 Suckas – Perfection ’97

Dirte & Ope-Ski (T.S.P) – I’m Only 19 ’99

PRZM & Illogic – Poisonous (How We Do) ??

Headshots – Look Into Our Wilderness ’97

Side B

Kool Keith – You Know The Game ’95*

The LOâ€™s ft. Erick Sermon – New Haven Connect ’95

Raw Elements – Blauw! ’97

Of Mexican Descent – 242 ’94

K Borne – The Qwest [JEL Remix] ’97

Funkytown Pros – Fake Ass Hip Hoppas ’95

Brain Leakage – Brain Leakage ’92

S.P.O – Puttin’ Heads To Bed ’92

Savage Intellect – Technique Of Fury ’90

Interlude: Incredible Bongo Band – Apache ’73

Masai Bey – The Untitled ’93

Interlude: (Jurassic 5-Jurass Finish First Outro) ’00

Interlude: HISSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!

Interlude: (Giant Panda-Diggin In The Tapes) ’05

Bonus Cut: Paten Locke – Auto Reverse ’09

“Hiss-Story” uses current DJ technology to unveil a mix of a rare and unreleased 1990s Hip Hop songs and demos. 99% of these were only available on tape, and some were only obtained via dubs. Inside Small Flap(s): Shout Outs: Alyssa Nikole and all of my family (The Beacham’s and The Gash’s). All listeners of Time Travel Radio (WNUR), Redefinition Radio, and H2 Radio. As well as those who have supported me with Caught In The Middle Magazine, Scribble Jam, RedefineHipHop, Microphone Mathematics, Rage Promotions/Productions, Rhymesayers, Fifth Element and all of my other ventures/affiliations. All the artists who have sent me demos throughout the years. And, my crew, J Pratt, Foster, Shazam Bangles, Eddy a.k.a “Choice”, and so on… Also, thanks to K-Funk and the Hip Hop heads in Romania, which is who this mix was originally created for. And, lastly, to all those who still love tapes (such as my peeps J-Zone and Oxygen!)

September 26, 2019

Billa Qause - Somehow Someway (2019)

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Somehow Someway is the sixth solo album release of the Greek Beatmaker Billa Qause. The album is inspired by the 90s Hip-Hop culture. A time when the Hip-Hop genre was established in the music scene and many groups are still known and dear to the younger generations. The LP is distinguished by rhythmical samples, rap punchlines from the Golden Era, spiced up with some old school scratching.

For the creation of this album, Billa Qause experimented with samples from Soul and Jazz vinyl records. This time, he combined his characteristic old school - MPC made - heavy drums with more electronic and ambient sounds. He managed to make this album to sound somehow as a classic album from 90s and in someway as an album that is continuously developing day after day without changing its character and vibe.

September 20, 2019

K.A.A.N. & Ski Beatz - Requiem For A Dream Deferred (2019)

Stream/Digital: kaan.bandcamp.com

ABOUT THE ALBUM

With unlimited excitement around the Hip hop community, the verdict is out that 2019 has been one of the greatest years for new Hip hop that we've witnessed in a long while. Graced with new albums from the likes of Nas, Madlib & Freddie Gibbs, Benny the Butcher, Blu, Tyler the Creator, Little Brother, YBN Cordae, Rapsody, Logic and Murs & 9th Wonder to highlight a sample, these critically acclaimed projects created ongoing suspense that dope music is no longer few and far between if you're a fan of rap music. With one quarter remaining in the year, the ever reliable and prolific K.A.A.N. saved a surprise collaboration of his own to stun Hip Hop fans awaiting "the next great thing". Here it is! K.A.A.N. presents a whole album produced by the legendary Ski Beatz.

Ski needs no introduction, but to refresh, his resume includes producing Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt, Camp Lo's debut album which included the classic "Luchini", being an honorary member of Mobb Deep as their tour DJ, collaborating with heavyweights like Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Nas, Big Pun, Curren$y, Murs, Smoke DZA, Jay Electronica and many more. When Ski isn't behind the boards for artists, he travels the globe as an educator in hip hop beat production and technology. With over 30 years in the game, Ski Beatz is ever relevant in today's culture. With a fraction of Ski's experience and just under a decade in the business, K.A.A.N. still bears a resume that peers old and young dream of. The Maryland MC has shared the studio with Dr. Dre and Busta Rhymes to modestly name a few. Collaborations with Dem Jointz, K-Def, and The 45 King continue to solidify his rapidly growing catalog. Coincidentally, The 45 King like Ski also produced for Jay-Z on of his definitive single, Hard Knock Life.

It's safe to say K.A.A.N. works with and is endorsed by the best of the best. Keeping such company in addition to his distinct personality on record says volumes about K.A.A.N.'s talent and reputation in comparison to his peers. Just take it from Ski Beatz who when asked about their creative venture stated, "It was definitely a refreshing experience. What stood out to me about K.A.A.N. was his confidence and creativity. He really created some amazing work over my beats! Everything that happens organically is always going to sound right. I was glad that I was able to provide him with what he needed to get it done. Perfect fit."

At 13 tracks, there's no denying the serious chemistry between K.A.A.N.'s entertaining performances and Ski's diverse collection of productions considering they originally planned to do just a handful of songs. When questioned about his process and overall vibe of the beats, Ski explained, "The beats we used for this project were definitely a cross between "traditional boom bap" with a mixture of lo-fi that meshed well with his vocals. Win win!" Being a rapper himself in the early days of his career, Ski feels that he has a good understanding of what moves K.A.A.N. Engage with the album and you'll be taken through the depths of K.A.A.N.'s mind, heart and soul.

From start to finish, there's no filler in his content. Every line has a purpose and every rhyme is delivered through an array of schemes, tempos and emotions. Most importantly, every track has a concept. Hence the album's title, "Requiem for a Dream Deferred" is an extension of wordplay from a lyric in their song Entertainment (track 11). K.A.A.N. raps, "Never let that light inside you die! Nothing worse than a dream that's been deferred. I concur. I agree. I relate. True indeed. God Speed. Hope you find the right direction before you take the wrong turn." Taking great pride his lyricist craft, K.A.A.N. outperforms himself from intro to finale making "Requiem for a Dream Deferred" a conceptual work that is easy to return to.

With so much potency in the subject matter ranging from ambition, self doubt and self worth in our current world, it's incredible feat that the MC and producer accomplished this in 38 minutes. As great as 2019 has been for the culture, it wasn't without tragedy. The untimely loss of the one and only Nipsey Hussle wreaked a devastating blow to the entire globe. His legacy isn't unsung. Hussle being the leading voice for pursuing one's passion and dreams is very alive as K.A.A.N. embodies Nipsey's spirit in the sentiment of his lyrics.

"Requiem for a Dream Deferred" is call to action for all of us to live beyond our potential no matter our circumstances. That universal message also happens to be packaged in top notch musical form. Dreams are meant to be pursued not deferred and greatness is how K.A.A.N. and Ski Beatz will be referred.

Available courtesy of KAAN & Redefinition Records.

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Carta' P. / Parental - A Beautiful Mess (2019)

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Limited deluxe edition of 300 copies on black vinyl incl. all instrumentals.

Carta’ P. aka “The Obvious Wonder” who hails from the talent rich city of Mount Vernon, NY debuts with his full length solo album “A Beautiful Mess”.

In collaboration with french producer Parental, the two combine to mix melodic samples, strong baselines and infectious drums in conjunction with stories about women, relationships, life as an adult, money, children and family. The combination of Parental and Carta’ P. help produce a sound very similar to the 90’s “Golden Era of Hip Hop”.

The entire project was produced by Parental and written by Carta’ P. over the span of two years. The two musical juggernauts collaborated and recorded over twenty songs together. Throughout the project, you can hear the musical chemistry along with the development

of the album.

Carta’ P. is part of the hip hop underground group ADAGIO! from the mid to late 90’s. A lot of the same musical influences and lyrical creativity from ADAGIO! can be heard through this latest collaboration.

Executive Producers: Parental / Carta' P. / Carter Pritchett / AIM78

Written & Performed by Carta' P. (B. Pritchett)

Except "Too Many (Remix)" by Carta' P. & Breeze Brewin' (P. Smith)

Published by Obviously Hot Music (ASCAP)

Published by Big Brother Little Brother (BMI)

Courtesy of EMO Recordings & Matic Entertainment

All tracks produced by Parental (R. Besikian)

Except "Zoo" by Lex (de Kalhex) [A. Besikian]

Scratches [Cuts]: DJ Boo

Guitar [Additionnal]: Ferdinand Cros

Recorded at BBS Studios, Bronx, NY. Engineer: Kev Fevr

Mixed by Parental at Akromégalie Studio, Paris

Mastered by K-Def (K. Hansford) & Sven Friederichs

Photography: Yann "L'œil" Cressent

Artwork: RVB

September 19, 2019

DYCE - Rare & Unreleased (The 90's Sessions) (2019)

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September 18, 2019

Flughand x Steichi - Nagutok EP (2019)

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September 17, 2019

Combined Operation - Sessions EP (Reissue, 1998/2019)

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Tracklist:

A1 Zone

A2 Sessions

A3 So Cold

B1 Underground Rails

B2 Basic Instincts

B3 Buzzin

September 16, 2019

Smoke Trees - King of Hearts (2019)

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September 14, 2019

Beatmaschine - Basement Boom (2019)

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September 13, 2019

ARVO TO ME - Life's a party and you're not invited (2019)

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Various Artists - Nuclear Boom Bap (2019)

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"Instruments made monotonous sounds, blinked to the beat of the lamp, as if beating the rhythm of a mechanical heart" ©Anatoly Tkachuk

Hear different sounds and rhythms, low bass piercing to the depths of your soul, dangerous drums and penetrating samples - all this is a nuclear boom bap.

credits

KLIM / soundcloud.com/klim-beats-1

Howak / soundcloud.com/howaker

F.F.B / soundcloud.com/user-319000818

RAW Mentalitee / soundcloud.com/kerussm

WoodyBeatpecker / soundcloud.com/woodybeatpecker

pdjini / soundcloud.com/pdjini

MAFFYN / soundcloud.com/maffynbeats

Gazz / soundcloud.com/gazzhiphop

iNSiDE-OUT MAN / soundcloud.com/insideoutman

DEMOTAPEZ / soundcloud.com/prod-rob

iLL' J A.K.A. Mad Kid / soundcloud.com/ill-j_madkid

One Stokenhood / soundcloud.com/onestokenhood

3DMG / soundcloud.com/3dmg-beatz

OLD SMOKER / soundcloud.com/user-769767489

Knowz / soundcloud.com/knowzprod

Ruckus / soundcloud.com/ruckus_killa

Smooka / soundcloud.com/smookasound

CrabbMan / soundcloud.com/crabbman

Esothezis / soundcloud.com/gravefruit94

Franz Branntwein / soundcloud.com/chris-di-7

Mike Flips / soundcloud.com/mike_flips

kosm14 / soundcloud.com/kosm14

Smuff tha Quiz / soundcloud.com/smuff_tha_quiz

Staf Beats / soundcloud.com/stafbeat

SLJ / soundcloud.com/slj-hdz

Jazzquarterz / soundcloud.com/jazzquarterz

Seize / soundcloud.com/seizebeats-1

SCHEM∆TIX / soundcloud.com/schematix187

BRTSound / soundcloud.com/brtsound

mzsnare90's / soundcloud.com/mzsnare90s

DJ Obsolete / soundcloud.com/dj-obsolete

Graymatter - PRODUCT PLACEMENT VOL.1 // SELF-PRESERVATION (2019)

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September 12, 2019

Bomb Shelta Association – Rebirth (1997/2019)

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The 1997-1998 material from this extremely rare cdr-only release outta Canada – str8 off the OG DATs!!

Tracklist:

A1 Intro/Shylow – The Rebirth

A2 Pillosnatchaz – Neva Rest

A3 Silent – Silent Pro-File

A4 Pillosnatchaz – 3D Emcees ft. Tyranny

B1 Expertise The Pro – Myth

B2 Fear – Eye Kill Suckerzz

B3 Protocol – Unorthodox

B4 Shylow – S.T.O.M.P.

B5 Fear – The Unholy ft Shylow

Intro & A4 Produced by DJ Who Else? & Shylow.

A1, B2 & B5 Produced by FEAR.

A2, A3, B1, B3 & B4 produced by DJ Who Else?

B2 Co-produced by TekniQ.

B3 Co-produced by Tekniq & FEAR.

Executive Audio Engineer: Chris Anderson

Audio Engineer: Tekniq

All tracks recorded and mastered at Definitive Sound

All cuts performed by Shylow

Album overseen by Tekniq

Christmaz - Black Dragon (2019)

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Sweden's finest is back! Three years after his successful album "Ego & Soul" with boombap maestro Figub Brazlevic, Christmaz introduces the year of the "Black Dragon". The English speaking rapper from Sweden never limited his music to his home country, because he has an excellent network all over the world. This is especially evident on his new album. There you can hear influences from African music and of course the NYC of the 90s. The beats are coming from producers from Germany, Norway, Netherlands, Austria, Italy and Sweden. And also one of the few features comes from the Netherlands. Blabbermouf is a brother in spirit and a frequent collaboration partner. The combination of the two artists on "Rampin'" makes the song an absolute highlight of the record.

Cover portrait by Emesa

Yotaro - 85 (2019)

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85 is not a special number for someone but it's magic number for us.

This album includes only 85 BPM beats by Yotaro.

These are very simple and have variety as a beat tape we know　even the same BPM.

Cassette tape edition also has Air Freshner. Enjoy the beats with musk flavor which is selected by Yotaro for this Project.

Smuv - Sandy Beaches (2019)

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Between distorted guitars, echoing birds, rambling basses and mystic sounds you'll find yourself in your head wandering over sandy beaches.
Smuvs next lofi vinyl works without beeing repetetive but suprising moments and samples you may haven't heard before.
The beautiful drawn cover gives you a perfect description of the minimalistic works which will simply bring joy to your speakers.