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Collectors Item - Music, Art and Life: Interviews (Audio)
In '99, Prince Paul & Dan The Automator Present Their Handsome Boy Modeling School Debut


"In order to cope with the end of the ’90s, producer-MC duo Prince Paul aka Chest Rockwell and Dan the Automator aka Nathaniel Merriweather of Handsome Boy Modeling School came into dublab to spread the importance of their Handsome Boy program, that they say “brings out the inner confidence, which in turn brings out the inner handsomeness, which makes the outer handsomeness” of others. Between their messages, they bring a unique mix of hard-hitting breaks, scratching, public service announcements and slippery rhymes." - dublab
 

Dilla, Pete Rock, Dre, Marley Marl & ALC Collide on Raekwon's "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx Pt II": The Instrumentals


Step into the ghetto fabulous world of Chef Raekwon who enhances his cinematic wordplay with lavish lyricism. "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx Pt II" is one of the moments when we hear The Wu's maturity as Rae weaves in luxurious living with the streets of NY. On the boards is a stellar cast of producers who support The Chef's sequel as one of Hip Hop's most mafioso figures.

This special release is brought to you by none other than Fat Beats Records and available on vinyl here at their website in 2 different pressings. European Hip Hop heads: you can also get your copy here at Juno.

Mastermind Street Jam comes live and direct from the tape deck with an episode from way back: Raekwon drops by for an interview in '96.

Go Behind The Scenes of "Dah Shinin'" In '94 With Rare Interviews & Freestyles


Revisit the debut of Smif 'N Wessun as Flava Sunday Hip-Hop Show and NYC public access television present the Boot Camp Clik. Through talk and performance, this powerhouse crew who weaponize beats and rhymes bumrush the industry like the army. 

If you're an Instagram user, you might've seen one of the clips from my YouTube circulating on that platform. If not, here's a compilation which shows a behind-the-scenes look into "Dah Shinin'". Buckshot joins Heltah Skeltah & Smif 'N Wessun on the Flava Sunday Hip-Hop Show in '94 to promote both them and Black Moon's debut album.
 

In '92, Lord Finesse Interviews Fresh Off The Release of "Return Of The Funky Man"


Veteran radio host Billy Jam is always a source of classic Hip Hop interviews, and this meeting with The Funkyman is no exception. Revisit the year of '92 in this talk with Lord Finesse who's fresh off the release of his sophomore album "Return Of The Funky Man". Finesse shows he has a lot on his mind regarding present and future goals, showing the calculated approach of an Underboss at a young age. Add this one to your enjoyment of this album, one of which is the most explicit and punchline-packed ever.

Above, enjoy "The Remixes - A Midas Era Retrospective" which features some remixes of songs from "Return Of The Funky Man" plus the instrumentals.

 

Large Professor & K-Cut Delve Deep Into Crate Digging, Beats, Main Source & More


It ain't hard to tell that each of these interviewers are on the same wavelength and level of enthusiasm about Hip Hop as their guests. Listen as Large Pro and K-Cut go deep as ever into the art and culture of Hip Hop with these interviews from the 2020's. Reflecting on their innovative and groundbreaking approaches to beats and cuts, the Main Source collaborators go back in time to share memories behind the making of classics. From Large's recollection of the studio session for "In The Sun" with Q-Tip, to the intricate SP-1200 techniques used to make "Breaking Atoms" which K-Cut explains. Enjoy a wealth of Hip Hop history by a couple of the culture's esteemed scientists of sound. 


You might have seen the Large Pro Mulberry set on YouTube, but probably didn't know it was also uploaded to Apple Music with a complete tracklist. Enjoy the complete set below in audio form and get the limited-edition reissue of Large Pro's remix of "Stress" here at my eBay storefront.

Labi Siffre Shares His Heartfelt Approach To Song In A Chat With Sodajerker


Labi Siffre talks with Sodajerker about his career in music and his songwriting process. The celebrated singer-songwriter reflects on his love of blues, jazz, and the Great American Songbook, shares the stories behind beloved hits like ‘(Something Inside) So Strong’ and ‘It Must Be Love’, and explains why, after many years away from music, he still has an enduring passion for writing meaningful songs.

🎧 Listen: Labi Siffre Interview

MF DOOM Speaks With Kevin Beacham In '04, "MM..Food" 20th Anniversary Vinyl Available


Alongside Rhymesayers Entertainment, Dissect is honored to premiere an unreleased interview with MF DOOM as part of the 20th anniversary celebration of MM..FOOD. Recorded in 2004 just weeks before FOOD's release, the interview spanned DOOM's entire career, including his origins as Zev Love X, his approach to writing and production, and thriving as an independent artist. 

Get yourself a look inside the mind of Hip Hop's Madvillian, which includes a journey through classic Hip Hop music and memories dating before the formation of KMD. 

I've got some DOOM collectors items here at my eBay storefront including the "Madvilliany" promo poster and the "MM..Food" shown poster above.
Stream/Download MM..FOOD (20th Anniversary Edition) here at Apple Music


Interviewed by Kevin Beacham

Produced by Kevin Beacham & Rob Vanvranken

Mixed by Rob Vanvranken

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