There’s something to this funky introduction to Cincinnati producer Holland Scarth. The album is a collaboration with rapper Devin Burgess. McLean Deluxe is a slow drawling jam session of seemingly re-purposed ’80s-era soundscapes. The nine tracks feature an array of heavily reverberated snares, spacey pads and syrupy vocals. Definitely worth a listen. Continue reading Holland Scarth – Mclean Deluxe [Album]
Ostinato – Stardust from Marinate Media on Vimeo. I like this Ostinato “Stardust” joint so much I’ve decided to make a video for it. It’s the first installment of MM’s homemade video series. Lots of Soundcloud artists have beats that’re made-for-tv. This is a showcase for those underrated cats. Music: Ostinato – “Stardust” Actor: Justin Bialecki Info/Submissions: seth@marinatemedia.com Continue reading Ostinato – “Stardust” [Marinate Media Home Video]
Ohio’s Dose or (Dose)–but don’t skim what’s in the parenthesis–recently released Moments EP. It’s a slew of Soundcloud releases and airy beats. But, wait! There’s more! For the low, low price of zilch, nada, nothing you can own another dope, fresh, ambient beat–“Future Vision”. It’ll sound good in your living room, your car, but what about headphones? Absolutely! And it’s yours at no cost to … Continue reading
Ohio’s Dose or (Dose)—but don’t skim what’s in the parenthesis—recently released Moments EP. It’s a slew of Soundcloud releases and airy beats. But, wait! There’s more! For the low, low price of zilch, nada, nothing you can own another dope, fresh, ambient beat—“Future Vision”. It’ll sound good in your living room, your car, but what about headphones? Absolutely! And it’s yours at no cost to … Continue reading
Would you like a solid album? Maybe something full of whiskey slick-rhymes with a blunt smoke curling production value? And Then Everything Turned Grey, is what you’ll want. CL Sosa, a.k.a. Carlos Gonzalez, seems like someone you’d invite to your tamale parties so you can sneak a few puffs on a joint while the corn husks soak. On “Come and Go” he says, … Continue reading CL Sosa – And Then Everything Turned Grey
Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes‘s gorgeous contribution to the love-making-music genre is sampled in Big Boi‘s “Shine Blockas” feat. Gucci Mane. It’s soul shaking, nod ‘yes’, sensual piano tap melodies that’ll get you brownie points from your girl. Feeling lonely, waiting for your lover? This song hits the right chords. Continue reading Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes – I Miss You
Come on, Focus, come on, focus now and tell me where this 1972 gem gets its Hip Hop flavor? Continue reading Focus – Focus III
This is some dirty, dirty music. I’m lost in the griminess. Here is more of their music. 7.5/10 woolofthelamb: Chris Brown – Look At Me Now (Sluggo & Nerd Rage Remix) download Continue reading
Attention! Crate diggers, DJs, beat heads, Hip Hop junkies, MF DOOM fans, Vivid Underscores is for you. Keith Mansfield, jazz artist with a funky core makes sampling easy. He’s best known for “Morning Broadway”, which you’ll recognize if you’ve listened to Danger Doom’s “Space Ho’s”. Sample this album below or download by clicking on the album cover. Prepare to be up all night slicing and … Continue reading Keith Mansfield – KMP 1190 Vivid Underscores
A good friend of mine, Phazor, producer/DJ out of Dayton, made an awesome dubstep recreating John Williams “Imperial March” and it’s awesome (can’t emphasize that enough.) It’s a must listen. 9/10 Imperial March (slowstep) [Outta Phase Mix] – Unfinished Version by kensei-carpenter Continue reading Imperial March Dubstep
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