Hip Hop Tape 520 Items

Release: US

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tape | 2020 | EU | Reissue (Former City)

Tyris White

Flame & Elevation

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Former City)

Release: 2020 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Former City is proud to share with you, the physical Re-release of Tyris White´s Album ''Flame & Elevation'' He is the originator of GJazz and well known for classic Beat-Tapes like ''Blacklight'' & ''WeatherMan'' or ''SeaThrough'' and many more.

''This tape is a huge checkpoint in my life. The tape created out of mystical sounds to represent the evolution of the spirit of Tyriswhite. ''

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Tyris White

Melodic Eu

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Beatsqueeze)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Texas-based producer and originator of G Jazz, Tyris White, presents his latest release, "Melodic Eu", a massive 28-track instrumental album featuring a unique blend of smooth jazz and hard drums. The album showcases Tyris White's versatility and skill as a producer, providing a journey through diverse sounds and styles. Perfect for fans of jazz and instrumental music.

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Ugly Mac Beer

The Valley Of The Kings

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Valley Of The Kings Limited Edition Cassette Tape

Two new exclusive tracks " Last Farewell " and "Monk Pharaoh" by Ugly Mac Beer & Mak'One in bonus.

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Urban Thermo Dynamics

Manifest Destiny

16,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 100 copies on cassette.

"Manifest Destiny" is the first and only release of the Urban Thermo Dynamics, the group formed by Mos Def along his younger brother DCQ and high-school friend Ces. The album was slated for release in 1995, but never saw an official release until 2004 through DCQ's Illson Media Music Group. Almost 20 years later this nugget finally gets the reissue treatment available in a limited run on 2LP (750 copies), CD in jewel case (300 copies), cassette (100 copies) and digitally on all major platforms.

The album contains 14 tracks in total with productions handled by the likes of Diamond D and Showbiz of D.I.T.C. fame, Salaam Remi, J Prins, The Vibe Chemist, J-Swift and YZ.

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Babba Energy Musique Vol. 3&4

Tape | 2021 | EU | Original (Former City)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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2Tape | 2018 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Bless Volume 2

25,99 €*

Release: 2018 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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The Bless compilation series is our annual fundraiser to gather artists and beat makers together to raise money for the global community. Bless Volume 2 is a collection of 99 tracks from artists representing 25 different countries, the full album spans nearly 4 hours of incredible music! This year we wanted to do something special and curated a selection of tracks from the full album for this Limited Edition Double LP release.

100% of the proceeds from the sale ofBless Volume 2 will be donated to a variety of Micro Loan programs for Women, Sustainable Water and Agriculture projects, Refugees, Education, Health Care and the Arts. The funds from the Micro Loans are paid back over time and it’s our promise to the supporters of this album that we will perpetually reinvest those funds back into future Micro Loans. This way the funds can continue to support people who need it for many years ahead.

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Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Lofi)

Blissful Dreams

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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After a long day of work - or not - when the stars come out to play, it’s time to hit the hay. Listen to Lofi Girl’s newest compilation ‘’, featuring 35 talented international artists. Calming guitars and subdued melodie create an atmosphere as cozy as a woollen blanket, inviting you to doze off; rhythmic beats blend into the background, as your mind settles and your tension dissipates. No need to set a sleep timer - wake up to warm sunlight, together with Lofi Girl and Cat in the early morning hours.

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Tape | 2013 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Eclipse

9,99 €*

Release: 2013 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Every six lunar months – when Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned – we experience a partial or total lunar eclipse that can be observed anywhere on the night side of Earth. Lunar eclipses can only occur at full moon, that time when the moon is directly opposite Earth in relation to the Sun. Many ancient civilizations cultivated a multitude of myths surrounding these astronomic events, most of them depicting wild animals or mystical creatures eating the moon or crossing it’s path. Tibetan Buddhists say that during a lunar eclipse, our actions, whether good or bad, are multiplied one thousandfold, whereas, in ancient egypt, a lunar eclipse was considered to be the precursor of natural disasters, catastrophes, wars, and diseases and the biggest possible harm would be cast upon the earth if Isfet, the manifestation of the total eclipse and god of injustice and violence, would make the sky fall onto earth and therefore bring chaos upon it.

As the soundtrack for tonight’s lunar eclipse, we selected some exclusive and unreleased songs from Robot Koch, Submerse, Rain Dog, Sieren, Daisuke Tanabe, Lomovolokno, KRTS, and Daixie on this mini-compilation.

Artwork by MN (from Bratislava, Slovak).

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Tape | 2019 | DE | Original (We Keep Shit Dope)

Frau Finger

Release: 2019 / DE – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Free Improvisation (A Compilation)

Tape | 2021 | EU | Original (Onda Tapes)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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We are very proud to finally present you the long awaited debut compilation "Free Improvisation" with some of the most talented and cool cats around Greece!

The concept of the album is the improvisation, as the title reviles. We wanted all artists to express their passion freely without any filter!

Spread love!

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Tape | 2016 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Futures Volume 2

25,99 €*

Release: 2016 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Our most ambitious project to date, a massive compilation of talented young producers that are shaping the way forward. This release was conceptualized as a means to unite the music community together and be as inclusive as possible. An album by the people, for the people. With over an hour and a half worth of music you can sit back and vibe to this tape all day!

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Tape | 2016 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Futures Volume 3

25,99 €*

Release: 2016 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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We present the third instalment of our mega compilation album, FUTURES Vol. 3, containing 46 artists with 44 tracks running in at 82 minutes. Fam unite on this ultra chill release, featuring the quality grooves of some lo-fi community favourites and some fresh faces to the scene.

This is one for the people, all the studio dwellers lighting up their SP's providing the soundtrack to the forever chill life.

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2Tape | 2018 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Futures Volume 5

27,99 €*

Release: 2018 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Goosebumps 3 - The Final Chapter

Tape | 2023 | UK | Original (Millennium Jazz Music)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Allow us to present 'Goosebumps 3 - The Final Chapter', as we've assembled once again to venture into the darkness for the last time. Not quite the full squad, but several members of the MJM fam stepped up to the challenge, which resulted in a 25 track deep collection of Hip Hop and experimental horrorcore instrumentals.

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Tape | 2024 | EU | Original (Lofi)

Halloween 2023

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Witches whisper, pumpkins glow, Halloween arrives, casting its eerie glow! Immerse yourself in the spooky charm of Halloween with Lofi Girl's latest compilation 'Halloween 2023'. Showcasing 33 talented lofi artists from around the globe, this musical cauldron of ghostly tunes harmonizes chilling beats with haunting melodies, offering a spine-tingling experience perfect for a chilling night in.

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Tape | 2022 | EU | Original (Funkypseli Cave)

Jingles From The Slums

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Jingles From The Slums was a series of instrumental singles that finally became a full compilation album. Released in limited edition cassette tape and digital format.

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Tape | 2022 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Lo-Fi Snacks

Release: 2022 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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If you’re like us, you prefer treats that can fit in your hand. The analog kind, broken free of the digital ether. Luckily, you can finally satisfy your real-world cravings with our Limited Edition Tape release of Lofi Snacks - Vol. 1.

Boasting over 1.5 hours of playtime, the compilation includes all 43 singles from the first round of the series and features tracks from some of the sweetest names in lofi. It is a well-balanced offering of yummy beats and is a feast for the senses wrapped in artwork from the juiciest illustrator in the game, Zom Kashwak.

An absolute must for anyone looking to fill up on the good stuff before the next round of snacks.

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Tape | 2023 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Lo-Fi Snacks Volume 2

Release: 2023 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Mr. Magic's Rap Attack Volume 2

Tape | 1986 | US | Original (Profile)

8,99 €*

Release: 1986 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Mr. Magic's Rap Attack Volume 3

Tape | 1987 | US | Original (Profile)

8,99 €*

Release: 1987 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Get Down Volume 1 - Style Wars

Tape | 2017 | UK | Original (The Get Down)

15,99 €*

Release: 2017 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Sounds, pads, beats and rhymes... Peace to all MCs, DJs, producers, graffiti writers, BBoys, BGirls, beatboxers and to those who are representing Hip Hop Culture to the fullest! I want to big up everyone who has shown me support during the whole process of putting this initiative together! The Get Down Records international family got your back and this is just the beginning because we are expanding everyday!

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Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Onda Tapes)

Togetherness.

14,44 €* 16,99 € -15%

Tape | 2023 | US | Original (Funk Night)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Onda Tapes is proud to present you "Togetherness.", a compilation made with love and affection, showcasing a mixture of different beat-styles around the world. Onda is “bringing different people together”, as is the label’s motto, with this compilation by gathering friends, favourite producers and artists to make a beautiful collection of the “SoundCloud Era” beats from back in the day. It’s like a nascent dream before the label started back in 2017 while listening to all our favourite labels like Dirty Tapes, Paxico Records, Leaving Records, El Sereno Records, Burnt•tapes, Hot Record Societe and maaany many more! But the dream came true!

Sonically, the tape rides to a classic sample based hip hop instrumental album. A variety of moods, dynamics and unique touches of each producer appeared putting their craft and using ethical and sustainable sounds to serve you a very special and energetic project.

Big hug and thanks to all the artists who contributed to make this project happen.

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Valid & Stretch Money

Bill & Isiah

18,99 €*

Tape | 2021 | US | Original ((In)Sect)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Valid & Stretch Money are “Bill & Isiah” the new album from the Dynamic Duo. Genuine Detroit Hip-Hop/Rap!

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Vämps

Grosero

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Victor Gutierrez ; aka Vämps, an underground hip-hop producer, was Born in Brownsville and grew up in McAllen, TX. On “Grosero”, his 2nd tape release, he not only provides the beats, but also gets on the mic for the first time on a record with 15 songs in just 26 minutes. An absolutely grimy flow with an east coast voice rhyming about South Texas life over gritty, twisted and sampled beats. His original style along with his keen sense of finding the perfect sounds to fit the brutal heat of his home state. Victor’s message for folks on the album: “This is South Texas Raw Shit meant for chill mfs to ride to. Inspired by antiquated data of all sorts. Recorded and produced with MPC 2000, a Sp-404sx, microphones and records. My influences include: shitty dollar bin records and That Smoke. The Sun Pisses Me Off Sometimes. But that’s Texas. If you’re a fan of Roc Marciano, Curren$y and having a dusty ass soul, I think you’ll dig it.” For Fans of: Madlib, Westside Gunn, Hitboy, Diamond D, Z-ro and Pete Rock

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Vaughn Smith

Livest Spot In The City

16,99 €*

Verbz, Nelson Dialect & Mr Slipz

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 100 copies on cassette.

Originally released in 1997 on CD and cassette only, this marks the very first time "Livest Spot In The City" by Vaughn Smith gets the full vinyl treatment. In addition, this stone cold Philly underground classic also comes on CD in jewel case as well as cassette plus digitally on all major platforms. 10 tracks in total with tight productions from front to end by Groove Da Moast.

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Sight Beyond Sight

Tape | 2023 | UK | Original (High Focus)

11,99 €*

Tape | 2022 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Due for release on July 28, 2023 on High Focus Records, a new collaborative LP ‘Sight Beyond Sight’ from the powerhouse trio of producer Mr Slipz with rappers Verbz & Nelson Dialect. This new LP is a continuation and culmination of the sounds heard on their previous records. The dynamic rhyming partnership of Nelson Dialect & Verbz going back and forth with relentless wordplay over the signature hard hitting drums & jazzy samples of Mr Slipz production. Showcasing a variety of moods throughout the record from neck snapping, classic rap joints like 'Strike Back’ & the album title track 'Sight Beyond Sight’ to more reflective & personal songs about loss and relationships heard on 'Homecoming’ or 'Beside Me’. To vivid storytelling and conceptual cuts like 'Cause and Effect’ Verbz and Nelson communicate the aspirations and the choices of young artists in the modern world like a roadmap any individual can reference; ‘Sight Beyond Sight’ truly offers something for every listener. There are notable features on the album including the deeply reflective cut 'Homecoming’ with Hiatus Kaiyote back up vocalist Jace XL on the chorus. There is also the blistering posse cut 'Starting 5’ featuring UK Hip Hop legend King Kashmere, NuphZed & Renelle 893, who recently signed to High Focus. Having already released critically acclaimed albums on the cult UK Hip Hop label High Focus, the anticipation is brewing and stage is set for another landmark release for the label from this exciting new trio with ‘Sight Beyond Sight’.

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Vibetree

As I Come Back

2Tape | 2024 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 100 copies on cassette.

This one has been on our want list for quite a while now and we are more than happy to finally announce the re-release of Vibetree's debut "As I Come Back". Originally released independently on Illynoise in 1995, the album is a true underground gem from front to back fully produced by Base Jase and available in more formats than CD only for the very first time.

Available in a limited run on black 2LP, CD in digipak as well as jewel case and cassette plus digitally on all major platforms.

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Walkin' Large

Riverside Pictures

Katalyst Sessions Volume 2

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 100 copies on double cassette incl. 11 instrumental versions.

Originally released in 1995, "Riverside Pictures" marked the debut album by Walkin' Large creating buzz far beyond Germany. O.N.O.'s lyrical talent paired with DJ Ara as well as Roe Beardie behind the boards still remains timeless, same goes for the features by Fabe and Jeru The Damaja.

Available in a limited run on 3LP, extra 7" of "Reachin' (For My People) / When I Flow Feat. Jeru The Damaja" in original artwork sleeve, 2CD in jewel case, double cassette and digitally on all major platforms.

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Wermonster

Tape | 2016 | EU | Original (Uncomfortable Beats)

Release: 2016 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tape | 2020 | US | Original (Deathbomb Arc)

WETBACKMANNY

Cutest Spic Alive

9,79 €* 13,99 € -30%

Tape | 2022 | CH | Original (Buenaventura)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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In the fall of 2019, WETBACKMANNY dropped the single "Fuck Ice 2" which turned into a runaway viral hit, gathering over 2.5 million views on twitter alone. Combining charm and humor with deadlly serious pro-Latinx activism, WETBACKMANNY steals hearts with every note he raps. Rancho hip hop is here for a new decade.

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Wheards

Rts & Cltr

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Rrc Music)

Release: 2022 / CH – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Inspiration.A collection of rather older songs community based (lofi, beat scene LA) from were revised, re-recorded, replaced with newer instrumentals, was done after the episode 090 ft. Wheards, Projetsun, & Doc Guava. Credits

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Willie The Kid & V Don

Blue Notes 2

Tape | 2023 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Over fi ve years after the release of "Blue Notes", V Don and Willie The Kid are back at it with the 2nd chapter! Willie The Kid keeps delivering fl awless bars over V Don's cinematic and stone cold productions to give you the chills, featuring guest appearances by Flee Lord, Ransom, Ankhle John, Babymaine, TY Da Dale, Whoisbravy and Hobx. "Blue Notes 2" is also available on black vinyl, digipack CD and cassette.

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World Renown

19,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) 30th Anniversary Cassette Edition

Wu-Tang Clan

Tape | 1993 | US | Reissue (RCA)

22,99 €*

Tape | 2021 | US | Original (Sic)

Release: 1993 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 2000 copies. To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), Get On Down in partnership with Sony's Certified and The RZA is bringing back the debut album on cassette. Only 2000 copies are being made on a custom black ice colored shell. Protect Ya Neck and Ya Tape Deck! A shared Exclusive with Get On Down in the US. In Europe only available at HHV.

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Yunggrunge

Laidbackmusic (Vol. 1)

Foreign Objects / Hard Times

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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We welcome our newest SIC Records Recording Artist!! YungGrunge with his Debut EP!!

A Refreshing Enhanced Aural Journey Of The New G-Funk ERA!!!

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Yusef Afloat

Tape | 2021 | EU | Original (90's Tapes / HHV)

Tape | 2021 | CA | Original (Inner Ocean)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Strictly limited edition of 100 copies on cassette.

Next up on "90's Tapes" are the demo 4-track recordings of Yusef Afloat's "Foreign Objects" and "Hard Times".

Known as one half of legendary Westcoast group The Nonce (along with Nouka Basstype aka Sach), MC/producer/musician Yusef Afloat produced tracks for Aceyalone, Supherb, and Figures Of Speech. He also appeared on the original 1994 release of Project Blowed. On May 21, 2000, Yusef "Afloat" Muhammad was found dying on the side of Freeway 110 in Los Angeles, he was 28 years old. The cause of his death is still unknown.

"When I listen to Yusef now, I'm reminded of what I felt then and that is he knew his time on Earth was limited. The tone was new, stern authoritative on his views and expressions of Hip Hop. I knew he was talking to me and each one of our peers. The tapes have been safe for 20 years thanks to Dee Skee for maintaining archives at Weightless Audio. The implications that I knew someone who may have said things because their span was going to be cut. I'm thinking he saw clearer than we could. I felt he wanted to be a guide in the discovery of what kind of Man I would live to be and what kind of Man listening to this music would turn out to be? I don't know if I had inclinations of my time being so short what I would have been spending it doing and he spent his saying these weighted lines. I thought it abrasive at first but I understand now why he said what he said and how with style! I miss him everyday and I'm so proud that Yusef's music can finally be showcased to the world in the beautiful way it is deserving. I'm blown back looking at the pictures, so many sat on that couch Yusef sits Ganjah K, Meen Green. What great sessions… no magical sessions. Preparing to play this record we would probably roll something and get comfortable on that couch… well… drop the needle! Push play!"

Sach - January 2021

"Foreign Objects / Hard Times" is available in limited editions on 2LP, MC and CD as well as digitally.

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Zod1ac

Yesterday & Tomorrow

Tape | 2022 | US | Original (Get Better)

Release: 2021 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Yesterday & Tomorrow is more than just a beat tape. It’s the personal story of Val Murray’s gender transition. Evolving beautifully over three acts, each of the 15 songs is a necessary moment in an emotional arc that begins with Murray’s self-revelations at the start of the pandemic, through to her gradual acceptance and self-actualization in the summer of 2021.

The first act, discovery, is about Murray’s first steps into her transition, developing an acute awareness of her own gender dysphoria, or as she describes it: “searching for the keys to your true self and coming up empty handed.” In this act it’s fitting that beats like psilocybin and opal feel foggy and vaporous. trees featuring Floco Torres, asks us to ponder our undeniable inner truth and outer truth, so we can stay in touch with the world around us. Torres’ incisive lyrics on trees are an extension of an hour-long conversation with Murray after the police shooting of Jacob Blake, painting an intense picture of self-discovery in disorienting times. To end the act, Dysphoria sunshine and drown take us deeper into Murray’s 8 to 9 month period of dysphoria before glimmers of hope appear.

In act two, reflection, we are with Murray as she finds herself at the bottom of a proverbial mountain she doesn’t know she can climb. Dealing with new realizations about her true gender identity, a final grad class in theoretical computer science that feels beyond her capabilities, and a late in life autism diagnosis, she has no choice but to push herself further than she’s ever gone before. This is where she ascends, expanding her mind and growing more firm in who she is. Songs like the girl in the mirror and ikigai, show light entering through the clouds, and along with it, a new purpose for Murray: “live as me.” With prism, a track that began before her transition, Murray sees the world through her new self with life-affirming vividness and meaning.

In the final act, we enter the most recent stage of Murray’s transition: actualization. This is a stage on-going today, one full of questioning: what does it means to be oneself? What assumptions are accurate? What’s been an act all along? It’s a period of her life, and on the album, that’s deconstructive and lighter in tone, all while being abstract. Songs like parallel are meant to occupy two realities or timelines: the then and the now (the now being the only timeline that matters.) With the penultimate thank you, Murray creates an ode to close friends who’ve been supportive all along, whose positivity continue to bring comfort. Finally on see u again, Murray leaves us with a peaceful yet dissonant closer about living your truth and everything that comes with it. Including all the bad feelings that can creep in from time to time.

Yesterday & Tomorrow is a beat tape like no other, an intimate epic about Murray’s past and future. Although deeply personal, there’s a message for all of us to internalize: no matter how dark things get, there’s always hope. Even when you think it’s completely out of reach.

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Zora