In its latest episode of The Word, Get Grounded TV drops an interview with producer/MC Moka Only as he discusses his philosophy behind creating music, unusual ways to create sounds, and advice for up and coming producers. Notable Quote: "I don’t like to say that what I’m doing is any better than what the next … Read more
Complete with bonus round, producers Jake One and Vitamin D step up for a friendly warmup battle at Seattle’s Red Bull Big Tune event. Congrats to Marcus D KD Cutz for winning the event and good luck in the finals! [via Tryfe… Thanks Casey!]
DJ Shadow provides footage of the many records stores and digging spots that he visited during his summer vacation. Basements, hotels rooms, car trunks, and storage facilities all share one thing in common… mass amounts of sweet vinyl.
Oh No, Madlib’s brother, has been in the lab working on a instrumental album based on all Ethiopian samples. With a release date scheduled for August, Ethiopium will be availabie from Stones Throw Records. Download: Ethiopium Snippets Visit Stones Throw for more info.
During a discussion at Red Bull Music Academy, 88-Keys tells the story of waiting after a concert to hand a beat tape to The Pharcyde, shopping beats, and the current state of production. [via BRG]
The documentary Soul Power sheds light on the three day Kinshasa concert that was originally intended to be a companion to the infamous "Rumble In The Jungle". The film features original 1974 concert footage of James Brown, B.B. King, The Spinners, Bill Withers, Miriam Makeba, The Crusaders, and more.
Splash Mag catches up with Black Milk and Elzhi as they discuss sampling popular songs/artists, Mizell Brothers, Detroit music history, and more. Notable Quote: "I don’t really even mess with popular samples or popular artists really." – Black Milk
Bladerunners interviews DJ Riz as he discusses first getting involved as a DJ backin 1985, the origin of his name, early mentors, and the importance of having an extensive record collection. Later, Riz also breaks down career highlights with Crooklyn Clan, Flip Squad, and Fatman Scoop. Notable Quote: "I would buy a lot of local … Read more
Once again… Beat Swap Meet takes place for all Los Angeles area record fiends. BUY – SELL – TRADE Blues, Disco, Funk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Punk, Reggae, Rock, Soul, & World 12" & 45 RECORDS. Beat Swap Meet takes place in Downtown LA’s historic Chinatown district.. Sunday September 13th, 2009 (12-6pm) All Ages Casual drinking for … Read more
I’ve personally been a big fan of DJ Spinna for over a decade and ever since first catching a glimpse of his studio inside of the book Behind The Beat, I’ve been curious as to what a closer look inside would yield. Luckily for us, DJ Spinna was kind enough to open his doors and … Read more