Drayzee Says: It's 'Em Summer Days Volume 1

Recently we blessed you with G-Funk California.
If that was not much for you, than try to digest this load of dope summer tracks from all over The States, alloted in 3 volumes, made by member of philaflava forum and owner of his own blog, Drayzee, http://drayzee.blogspot.com/.
Drayzee was just kind enough to allow us to use his own work and to represent it via T.R.O.Y. Blog.
Thank you Drayzee for this massive work.


"Drayzee Says: It's 'Em Summer Days" is a compilation based on g-funk/gangsta/jazz/funk music. Too bad it's not summer yet, however this project will certainly give you that summer vibe. I hope this will bump in your speakers 6 summers from now. The first volume contains more "party-like" songs, the second volume will contain more gangsta/cruisin' stuff, jazz & funk, and the third one will be for you to just chill on. I also used some St. Ides commercial once per 8-9 songs, just to give you the feeling that there still is a dope radio on earth bumpin' this.

1. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - Summertime (Reprise)

2. 2nd II None - Didn't Mean To Turn You On
3. Warren G - This Is the Shack
4. Remy - Roll Wit Us
5. Bone Thugs N Harmony - Foe Tha Love of Money (Ft. Eazy-E)
6. Eazy-E - Gangsta Beat 4 Tha Street (feat. B.G. Knocc Out, Dresta & Menajahtwa)
7. Mista Grimm - Indo Smoke (Feat. Warren G, Nate Dogg)
8. Ant Banks - Parlayin'
9. Conscious Daughters - Fonky Expedition (Remix)
10. Mac Dre - California Livin'
11. I.F.A. - Slide
12. Big Mello - Funkwichamind
13. Luniz - Playa Hata
14. Lighter Shade Of Brown - Hey D.J.
15. Warren G - This D.J.
16. Sly Boogy - Keep On-feat Crooked I, Kam, Miss King, & AP
17. Str8-G - Bring The Funk (Remix)
18. Sir Speedy - Summertime feat Lady Nichole MC Maggie
19. Young Murder Squad - How We Livin'
20. DJ Quik - I Got That Feelin'
21. 2nd II None - B Alright
22. South Central Cartel - All Day Every Day
23. Hami - Im Tha One Ya Slept On
24. M. Doc - It's A Summer Thang (Remix)
25. Dubee - My Thang
26. 11-11 - Family Reunion
27. Luniz - I Got 5 On It (2F Remix)
28. Tha Eastsidaz - Friday Night Ft. Bokie Loc
29. L.O.L. - Can U Feel It
30. Remy - Give the DJ Some Love
31. Vontel - Keep It On The Real
32. Cinque - Rock Wit You (All Night)
33. The Dove Shack - Smoke Out
34. OutKast - Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik
35. DJ Quik & Kurupt - Ohh!
36. DJ Quik & Kurupt - Cream N Ya Panties
37. DJ Quik - Somethin' 4 Tha Mood
38. DJ Quik - Tha Ho In You
39. DJ Quik - Pitch In Ona Party
40. Str8-G - Everything's Fine (In The Summertime)
41. Shaquille O'neal - My Dear (Ft. Warren G)
42. Legend Man - N.O.L.A.
43. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - Summer Love
44. Spice 1, 2pac, Mac Mall - California Dreamin'
45. 2Pac - Late Night Feat. D.J. Quik, Outlawz
46. Yo-Yo - Yo Yo Funk
47. L.B.C. Crew - Intro 2 The Indo (Haven't You Heard)
48. Kam - Pull Ya Hoe Card
49. Dr. Dre - Nuthin' But A 'G' Thang
50. 2Pac - I Get Around Feat Digital Underground
51. TWDY - Players Holiday
52. 805 Locos - Summertime In The 805
53. NWA - Chin Check (G-Funk Remix)
54. Smooth - It's Summertime (Let It Get Into U)
55. Rhythm & Knowledge - U Bring Da Dog Out
56. Skee-Lo - I Wish
57. Poor Righteous Teachers - Word Iz Life
58. Naughty By Nature - Feel Me Flow
59. Lord Finesse - Hip 2 Da Game
60. Kool Moe Dee - Can U Feel It
61. A Tribe Called Quest - Jam
62. DJ Jazzy Jeff - For Da Love Of Da Game feat. Baby Blak & Pauly Yamz
63. Dj Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - Summertime
64. Dana Dane - Rollin Wit Dane
65. Paris - Guerrilla Funk (Deep Fo' Real Remix)
66. Notorious B.I.G. - Juicy
67. Kool G. Rap - Can't Stop The Shine
68. Sway Ft. Teddy - Month In The Summer
69. Large Professor - IJUSWANNACHILL
70. The Beatnuts - No Equal
71. Main Source - Just Hangin' Out
72. Redman - Tonight's Da Night
73. Nas - Memory Lane (Sittin' In Da Park)
74. Q-Tip - Let's ride
75. Bahamadia - I Confess
76. Digable Planets - For Corners
77. A Tribe Called Quest - After Hours
78. Digable Planets - It's Good To Be Here
79. Mood - Secrets of the Sand (Jay Dee Remix)
80. Twista - Sunshine
81. Lauryn Hill - The Sweetest Thing
82. Tha Alkaholiks - Relieve Yourself
83. Lil 1/2 Dead - Southern Girl
84. Twinz - Jump Ta This
85. The Grench - Saturday
86. King George - Tru Player
87. Mac T - Give It Up Smooth
88. The Dove Shack - We Funk G Funk
89. Lil Keke - Superstars
90. Fo' Clips - Can You Feel Me
91. Hi-C - Sitting in the Park
92. Mr. Capone-E - Summertime Anthem
93. Kid Frost - La Raza
94. L.S.O.B. - Sunny Day
95. Compton's Most Wanted - Come Ride with Me
96. Eastside - Southern Funk Feat. Chyne
97. Lil Half Dead - 12 Pacofdoja

** The tracklist does not contain St. Ides commercials **

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-- Markshot

J-Love “Nas' Finest” (Cassette)

CLASS-SICK!

This tape is one of those gems that never gets old (even with some J-Love drops on it). When I first got my hand on a copy of this tape, it really opened up my eyes to the possibility that a lot of artists had material that never made it on albums. And at the time, J-Love seemed to be the one with all the connections as every one of his tapes were covered in exclusives, remixes and unreleased tracks. See scans for track lists and the download contains a full scan of the j-card.
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Shouts to Ricky D for sending me a shoe box full of mixtapes many years ago. I'm finally getting around to ripping them.

enjoy,
--dirt_dog

Apache - R.I.P. Jan.22.10

Paying my tribute to one of the original Flavor Unit crew member, Apache, I compiled all of his appearances on records from 1989 to 1993 and the 12" cuts from his 1993 solo album "Apache Ain't Shit". Starting out with Lakim Shabazz on 45 King's Rhythmical Madness in 1989. Following with four appearances on the Flavor Unit album in 1990. In 1991, he's on Naughty By Nature & Double J's album. In 1993, for his 12"s cuts, he receives production from A Tribe Called Quest(Q. Tip), Large Professor, and The 45 King. For his guest appearances in 1993, he's with Fat Joe & Kool G Rap, and 2Pac(R.I.P), Treach, & The Live Squad(Stretch R.I.P). He would also write some of Latifah's lyrics. Apache had an incredible music collection.

R.I.P. Apache Jan.22.10

01 - The 45 King & Louie Louie - Smooth Yet Hard (Feat. Lakim Shabazz, Apache) (1989)

02 - The 45 King Presents - Flavor Unit Assassination Squad (Feat. Apache, Double J, Lakim Shabazz, Lord Alibaski, Queen Latifah) (1990)

03 - The 45 King Presents - I Feel Like Flowing (Feat. Apache) (1990)

04 - The 45 King Presents - Passin' The Mike (Feat. Lakim Shabazz, Apache) (1990)

05 - The 45 King Presents - Smooth Yet Hard (Feat. Apache) (1990)

06 - Naughty By Nature - 1,2,3 (Feat. Apache, Lakim Shabazz) (1991)

07 - Double J - Manslaughter(Feat. Apache) (1991)

08 - Apache - Do Fa Self (Prod. by The 45 King) (1993)

09 - Apache - Gangsta Bitch (Prod. by A Tribe Called Quest) (1993)

10 - Apache - Hey Girl (Prod. by Large Professor) (1993)

11 - Apache - Apache Ain't Shit (1993)

12 - Fat Joe Da Gangsta - You Must Be Out of Your Fuckin' Mind (Feat. Apache, Kool G Rap) (1993)

13 - 2Pac - 5 Deadly Venomz (feat. Treach Of Naughty By Nature, Apache & Live Squad) (1993)

14 - Flavor Unit - Keep It Real (Feat. Apache) (1993)

15 - Queen Latifah - Just Another Day (Bonus Track) (Written By Apache) (1993)

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-- Thomas V

How To Rap: The Art And Science of The Hip-Hop MC

We typically don't cover books on T.R.O.Y., but this particular one stood out. The guest list is pretty impressive and I must say I'm a sucker for any rap books too. And you get a foreword by G. Rap? I'm reading that for sure! I plan on copping this but if any of you have already read How To Rap, definitely let us know what you think. --Philaflava

Out now is a book on MCing and creating Hip-Hop music told through the words of over 100 of Hip-Hop’s most acclaimed and successful artists. The book is called “How to Rap: The Art & Science of the Hip-Hop MC” and features a foreword by Kool G Rap, along with exclusive insights and guidance from the likes of Big Daddy Kane, Chuck D, Masta Ace, Mobb Deep, Clipse, A Tribe Called Quest, Styles P, Pharaohe Monch, Royce Da 5’9”, AZ, Boot Camp Clik, Immortal Technique, and many more.

They share the stories behind writing and recording their lyrics, as well as discussing the pros and cons of everything from writing lyrics in your head to doing punch-ins to tackling different types of subject matter.

It also includes the first complete breakdown of rap’s “flow”, allowing you to create tongue-twisting compound rhyme styles like Kool G Rap and Eminem, complex conversational flows like Nas and OC, the classic old school patterns of Melle Mel, and everything in between.

It has been called “a vital and vibrant expose of a much misunderstood art form” by Hip Hop Connection magazine, and dubcnn.com says “never before has the art form been broken down so well”.

Available at all good bookstores, or from amazon.com at –
http://www.amazon.com/How-Rap-Art-Science-Hip-Hop/dp/1556528167

For more info on the book, visit - http://www.howtorapbook.com

The T.R.O.Y. Blog Presents: Can't Stop, Don't Stop

We decided to bring you yet another thematic compilation for your collection.

"Can't Stop, Don't Stop" gathers artists from East, West and South, and from different eras.



Download and let us know if you're feeling it.

01. D-Nice - And You Don't Stop

02. Father Dom - U Don't Stop

03. Homicide - It Don't Stop

04. Masta Ace - Can't Stop The Bumrush

05. The Beatnuts - Ya Don't Stop

06. Babbletron - Don't Stop

07. Jemini The Gifted One - Can't Stop Rockin' (Tribute)

08. Wildliffe Society - Don't Stop Da Music

09. E.C - It Don't Stop

10. B-Legit - Can't Stop Me

11. Kool G Rap - Can't Stop The Shine

12. Electric - Can't Stop

13. Souls Of Mischief - Ya Don't Stop

14. Slomo - Hip Hop Don't Stop



Preview:

*Thanks to Cenzi Stiles for the cover.

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--Markshot

Marley Marl - In Control Volume 1 (Reissue)

Traffic Entertainment does it again with a much needed reissue by Marlon Williams. In Control drops this Tuesday for those who want to add this to their collection. And don't forget about the amazing Kool G. Rap & DJ Polo reissues while you're at it.

Disc 1/2:

01. Marley Intro 1 0:29
02. Droppin’ Science Ft. Craig G. 4:57
03. Marley Intro 2 0:35
04. We Write The Songs Ft. Biz Markie And Heavy D 5:24
05. Marley Intro 3 0:23
06. The Rebel Ft. Tragedy The Intelligent Hoodlum 3:46
07. Marley Intro 4 0:22
08. Keep Your Eye On The Prize Ft. Master Ace 5:41
09. Marley Intro 5 0:37
10. The Symphony Ft. Big Daddy Kane, Craig G., Kool G. Rap And 6:05
Master Ace
11. Marley Intro 6 0:26
12. Live Motivator Ft. Tragedy The Intelligent Hoodlum 4:44
13. Marley Intro 7 0:19
14. Duck Alert Ft. Craig G. 4:13
15. Marley Intro 8 0:26
16. Simon Says Ft. Master Ace 4:01
17. Marley Intro 9 0:21
18. Freedom Ft. MC Shan 4:26
19. Marley Intro 10 0:23
20. Wack Itt Ft. Roxanne Shante 4:46
21. Marley Outro 0:27

Disc 2/2:

01. Droppin’ Science (Hip Hop Version) 5:02
02. The Symphony (Remix) 6:42
03. Wack Itt (Extended Version) 6:00
04. We Write The Songs (Live At The Apollo) 5:44
05. Symphony, Duck Alert, Droppin’ Science (Live At The Apollo) 8:55
06. The Symphony (Radio Version) 4:07
07. Droppin’ Science (Bonus Beats) 5:05
08. The Symphony (Marley’s Symphony Scratch) 3:00
09. Evolution Ft. Debbie D, Glamorous, Kool G. Rap, MC Shan And 7:17
TJ Swan
10. Juice Crew All Stars Ft. Craig G., Glamorous, Kool G. Rap, 7:25
Tragedy, MC Shan And Roxanne Shante

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Sounds Like The 90's (Volume 6)

I'mma try and keep this shorter than usual since I just got back from my trip. The people wanted it so you are finally getting it-TAGS!

That's right, moving forward all SLT9's will be mp3 player friendly containing the proper tags and artwork. Volume 6 definitely has a more rugged feel than the previous efforts. The first half showcases what NY's been doing for the better part of the year with the new Smif N Wessun featuring the Smith Bros.

Then we give you a taste of the new Marco Polo/Torae album Double Barrel, which I suggest you clicking on that link to preview because you just might be finding yourself at Best Buy later picking it up. I haven't finished the whole album but based off what was leaked it was reason enough for me to cop it over the weekend (@ Fat Beats too)!

Former ONYX member Sonny Seez is back with a new 28-track album and our sister blog Steady Bloggin' were kind enough to provide 8 tracks for you to check out. I felt "Romp" was the best of the bunch and belonged on Volume 6. DJ Premier laced Blaq Poet with another joint and then we give you the latest by Chubb Rock and Wordsmith. I know the artwork reads Wordsworth and it would make sense for them to collaborate since they've done it before (Prince Paul) but this is Wordsmith. It's my fault because I told the graphic dude (Kalel) the wrong thing.

Since Pete Rock and C.L. can't put aside their differences we're putting their newest tracks back-2-back on letting you decide who needs who more. Next up we got Superstar Quamallah making his 4th consecutive appearance with "Bass Murder" featuring Defari Heru. Don't forget to cop Quam's new album Invisible Man.

Making another consecutive appearance is the homie Godamus Rhyme with another leaked track from the T.R.O.Y. project "Classically Trained." This time God tackles The Pharcyde classic and goes 3-3 with his remakes. And since I was in such a Pharcyde kinda mood, I thought it only made sense to throw on the recently remixed O.G. version by DJ Jazzy Jeff and close out the with Jean Grae's tribute to Biggie.

Finally we have some newer tracks by Tha Connection, Tanya Morgan and '09's version of "A Milli" by Nathaniel Wilson. I did add a bonus track since it doesn't really go with the theme but the subject matter definitely fits. Galvatron78 allows all of us Nintendo nerds to reminisce with his track "Playin Nintendo." You can find more Galvatron78 tracks by clicking here.

Well that's it from me. Hope you all enjoy the new volume and keep sending us those tracks! --Philaflava

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Sounds Like The 90s Volume 6

1. Smif N Wessun - I'm From Brooklyn feat. Smoothe Da Hustler & Trigger Tha Gambler
2. Torae - Hold Up feat. Masta Ace & Sean Price
3. M.O.P. Blow The Horns
4. Sonny Seez - Romp
5. Blaq Poet - Hate feat. Noreaga
6. Chubb Rock & Wordsmith - Old 2 The New
7. Pete Rock - Just A Word Or Two
8. C.L. Smooth - The Piano
9. Superstar Quamallah - Bass Murder feat. Defari
10. Grand Agent - It's Only Right feat. Planet Asia
11. Giant Panda - 90's
12. Godamus Rhyme - Passin' Me By 2009 feat. Stik Figa
13. DJ Jazzy Jeff - Passin' Me By (Remix)
14. Jean Grae - Hypnotize
15. Tha Connection - Realness
16. Tanya Morgan - Hardcore Gentleman
17. Kool G. Rap - Dopeman

Bonus Track
Galvatron78 - Playin' Nintendo

Download Link #1
Download Link #2

Collect and download the previous 5 volumes here.

Super props to Kalel for always providing the dope covers and Strategy for completing the Sounds Like The 90's series.

The Redefinition Of Time Travel #2 w/ Kevin Beacham

The Redefinition Of Time Travel #2: A Kool G Rap classic

Kool G Rap “I Declare War”
By now, if you are a internet savvy ‘80s Hip Hop fiend, you are probably aware about the Juice Crew EP of unreleased gems that just dropped [all Produced By Marley Marl]. I don’t know if there is info out there on the year this was done but I’d say early ’88 based on the style, some of the references, and I’m guessing that sped up “Terrorist” scratch in the intro is from “Juice Crew All Stars” (’87).

The third verse is definitely the best and where he flexes the style that originally made him recognized as one of the greats. It’s essentially a battle rap challenging anyone in the industry with lines like, “Point out any rapper and I’ll diss em” or “I got a track for every rapper on the map”.

The line that left the biggest impression on me was his “I’m Kool G Rap, you can call me G. I’m not scared of any K, any J, or any D”. Immediately when I heard that I thought of it as a challenge to others with “Cool” names, particularly “Cool J” and “Kool D” (who had a record on Wildpitch in ’88). I haven’t been able to figure who the Kool K is…maybe Kool Keith? (I’m probably reaching there). Of course this is all speculation but it seems logical by using those particular letters that he is being specific, that could be one of the reasons why the song was never released, who knows. I put the job on some other blogger to interview Kool G Rap about that….ha
I Declare War: http://www.sendspace.com/file/y6jcxk

Peep this week's Redef Radio show for more joints:
http://minnesota.publicradio.org/radio/programs/redefinition_radio/

Also, this week on Time Travel:
1)Stony Island-Basement Seasoning ‘93
2)East Of The Rock-Mr Producer ‘94
3)Ang 13-No Contest ‘95
4)AZ and Amar Freestyle ‘95
5)Presence-Time Travel Freestyle ‘’99
6)Da Great Deity Dah-Time Travel Promo ’97?

Peep the joints and in-depth artist/song descriptions here:
http://www.myspace.com/timetravelradio

-Kevin Beacham

Fifty Remixes You Need To Hear (21-30)

21. Fat Joe ft. Grand Puba and Diamond D. "Watch The Sound" (Beatnuts Remix)

22. Nas "The World Is Yours" (Q-Tip Remix)

23. Ol' Dirty Bastard "Brooklyn Zoo" (Digga Remix)

A phenomenal remixed version of this ODB classic. Produced by the one and only Lord Digga. Search our archives for a 2CD set of Digga productions.

24.a Kool G. Rap ft. Nas "Fast Life" (Norfside Remix)

24.b Kool G. Rap ft. Nas "Fast Life" (Vinyl Reanimators Remix)

25. Gangstarr "Gotta Get Over" (Large Pro Remix)

On this remix, Large Professor shows us what you can accomplish with a simple yet filthy bassline. Sometimes less is more.

26. OC "Word ... Life" (DJ Celory Remix)

27. J-Live "Braggin' Writes" (Domecracker Remix)

28. Dr. Octagon "Blue Flowers" (Prince Paul Remix)

Dan The Automator's version is one of the creepiest, unsettling, beautiful rap instrumentals ever. No stranger to eccentric mind-fuckery on wax, Prince Paul manages to craft a version every bit as eerie and absurd, for the win.

29. GZA ft. Inspektah Deck and D'Angelo "Cold World" (RZA Remix)

If you're looking for a track this X-mas to help you gain weight and abuse smack like it's featured guest, then check out the Cold World remix featuring D'Angelo. His haunting crooning of the chorus gives it an even more ominous feel than the original, complimented perfectly by a few subtle tweaks in the beat by RZA.

30. Cypress Hill ft. Redman, Erick Sermon, MC Eiht "Throw Your Set In The Air" (Remix)

Download all today's remixes here:
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?1manmwxgemw

Tune in tomorrow for selections 31-40.

Songs Of Death

break out the egg nog and prepare the christmas carols, let's talk about death.
in hip hop, death is usually approached from a "i'm gonna kill you" perspective. however, there are occasions when rappers get a little deeper and look at their own mortality or the passing of a close one. so, here's a mix of songs where mc's discuss the many angles of death. i omitted the most famous songs of this genre ("crossroads". "T.R.O.Y.", "reminding me (of sef)" and "i'll be missing you") cause who really needs to be put on to those songs?

http://www.mediafire.com/?xhnmqozitkt
1)I'm dead: scarface
2)the wreckoning: lateef
3)love comes and goes: ed o.g. and da bulldogs
4)for da brothaz: kool g rap
5)good die young: bee why
6)meditations on death: nitebreed
7)bloody love letter: MF grimm
8)this is for the brothers (jazz version): two kings in a cipher
9)1-800-suicide: gravediggaz
10)i didn't ask to come: the goodie mob
11)3 card molly: c-rayz walz
12)the thief in the night: aceyalone
13)the foundation: MOP
14)death: da omen
15)the funeral: the clipse

special thanks to god mc, thun, roy johnson, and jaz for the help.

--blockhead

Double Down Vol. 3

This installment contains 11 tracks I've been playing on a lot lately. Rest in peace to the homie MC Breed.

Download, burn or throw them in your iPOD but most importantly enjoy them!

Double Down Vol. 3

01. Gauge - Cranium (Remix) feat. Cella Dwellas
02. Grand Daddy I.U. - Represent (Remix)
03. Kool G. Rap & DJ Polo - Trilogy of Terror
04. Tuff Crew - Northside Posse feat. MC Mechanism
05. Freestyle Professors - Hardcore Villain
06. Black Sheep - Still In The Ghetto
07. Funkdoobiest - Dedication (DJ Eclipse Remix)
08. Adagio - Listening Pleasure (Remix)
09. Black Starr - Make It Happen feat. Q-Tip
10. M.C. Breed - To Da Beat Ch'all feat. Erick Sermon
11. Professor Griff - Verbal Intercourse feat. Brand Nubian

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And just encase you forgot...
Click to read Double Down Vol. 1
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Click to read Double Down Vol. 2
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--Philaflava

MC Shan is Livin' Large

Almost everyone from the Juice Crew switched label in the early 90's. MC Shan went to Livin' Large Records just like Roxanne Shante. He first released "Hip Hop Roughneck" with the b-side "Watchin' My Style" in 1993. I really liked the instrumental that they used for it; it's probably going to make your head nod. Next he released his second single "Penile Reunion"; a posse cut with Kool G Rap, Neek the Exotic, Diesel, and Snow. It was produced by Kool G Rap and The Large Professor. The B-side "Don't Call It a Comeback" is produced by Mister Cee and it contains scratches by DJ Scratch.

I also have the CD Single for both of these releases so it's probably the best quality you will ever get them in.

MC Shan - Hip Hop Roughneck/ Watchin' My Style
MC Shan - Penile Reunion/ Don't Call It a Comeback

--Thomas V

Which Remix Is Better? Fast Life Edition

Kool G Rap - Fast Life(ft. Nas)

The original Buckwild version of this was a well produced radio song.But the two most known remixes really outshined it to many heads at the time.

1.Norfside Mix - Buckwild was in the midst of a prolific period in his career when he churned this one out.He managed to turn this song in the opposite direction and made it a certified street banger.

2.Vinyl Reanimators Remix - I still don't know exactly how they constructed this beat,but they kept a similar melody as the Norfside Mix and made it sinister and more rugged.They also changed up the hook with scratched in vocal samples,which is usually a plus.

The argument will still remain over which remix is the better one,voice your opinion in the comments if you have a favorite out of the two.

Download the two remixes and instrumentals, in one folder,here.

Thanks to FatFaceFreddy, Ho1ogramz, and drizzle at the Troy forum for upping these tracks and instigating this blog. --Verge

Correction: The Norfside Mix was produced by Salaam Remi,not Buckwild. --Verge

Sample Compilation 4

This time we start off with one of the greatest intros for a rap song ever."Strange Games and Things" by Barry White's Love Unlimited Orchestra. EPMD immortalized this song on their banger of an album,"Business As Usual". K-Def also used it effectively for the Real Live joint off of the "High School High" soundtrack. Then, check out the Maze track that Money Boss used, 10 minutes of smoothed out soul that gets pretty heavy 6 minutes in. "Is It Because I'm Black" is another one of those Civil Rights era songs that still holds weight today. Moving along, another beautiful piece of work by the late great Minnie Riperton. I got to say I like No ID's sampling of this the best. And,lastly,we wrap this mix up with one of my favorite RIP dedications ever, Gangstarr's "In Memory of..". Primo chopped the original song up lovely, and Guru delivers some choice story telling rhymes. Enjoy and stay tuned...

01. Strange Games & Things

02. EPMD - Manslaughter

03. Real Live - Get Down For Mine

04. Maze - I Need You(ft.Frankie Beverly)

05. Money Boss Players - Sat. Nite,Sunday Morn.

06. Ryo Kawasaki - Bamboo Child

07. Kool G Rap - It's a Shame(Da Butcher's Mix)

08. Is It Because I'm Black

09. Wu Tang Clan - Hollow Bones

10. Minnie Riperton - Take a Little Trip

11. No ID - Prayer for the Sinners

12. Del - Stress the World

13. Biggie Smalls - Me and My Bitch(og demo mix)

14. Here's That Rainy Day

15. GangStarr - In Memory Of..

download complete compilation here

                                

 

Thanks to godmc for the Biggie demo and thanks to drizzle for the Maze track.

Props to RacquetballGangsta for the Syl and Wu tracks.

--Verge

Big Daddy Kane - Non-Album Tracks (1986-1990)

Big Daddy Kane - Non-Album Tracks Volume 1
1. Get Into It
2. Somethin' Funky
3. For Your Own Concern
4. Raw w/ Kool G Rap (Alternate Version)
5. Raw (Original)
6. Raw Attitude w/ Antoinette
7. The Symphony w/ The Juice Crew
8. The Symphony Remix w/ The Juice Crew
9. Ain't No Half Steppin' (Remix)
10. Set It Off (Extended Version)
11. Wrath Of Kane
12. I'll Take You There (Remix)
13. Rap Summary (Original)
14. It's Hard Being The Kane (Remix)
15. Erase Racism w/ Kool G Rap & Biz Markie
16. Burn Hollywood Burn w/ Public Enemy & Ice Cube
http://www.mediafire.com/?i4hynymn2jt

Big Daddy Kane - Non-Album Tracks Volume 2
1. Live In NY w/ Biz Markie (1986)
2. 1987 Freestyle
3. Live In The UK 1988 Pt. I
4. Live In The UK 1988 Pt. II
5. Freestyle Session w/ Kool G Rap, MC Shan & Roxanne Shante
6. Freestyle Session w/ Biz, Kool G Rap, MC Shan & Roxanne Shante
7. Just Rhymin' With Biz (Marley Marl Radio Show 1987)
8. Ain't No Half Steppin' (Sammy B Radio Show 1988)
9. Set It Off (Sammy B Radio Show 1988)
10. Ain't No Half Steppin' (DJ Cash Money Mix)
11. Just Rhymin' With Biz (DJ Cash Money Mix)
12. Raw (Scratch Perverts Mix)
http://www.mediafire.com/?0ldmvjg1m14

Big Daddy Kane - Non-Album Tracks Volume 3
1. Big Daddy Kane vs Jazz Fresh (14 Minutes)
2. Freestyle B-Day w/ Various Artists (22 Minutes)
3. Ain't No Half Steppin' (Instrumental)
4. Young, Gifted And Black (Instrumental)
http://www.mediafire.com/?wbnmunkmnvm

--Roy Johnson