You're about to witness the strength of sample knowledge as DJ Big Texas provides hours of entertainment on the 1's and 2's. This Southern mixologist delivers some of the most creative and fun mixes that focus on original samples from classic Hip Hop albums. DJ Big Texas is not your average sample mix DJ. Enjoy as he goes above and beyond to keep your head nodding in a showstopping presentation of digging in the crates and turntablism.
More mixes available at his Mixcloud, including tributes to the original samples for Illmatic, Life After Death, Baduizm and more.
Paul Cantor brings a smooth interpretation of the Geto Boys classic "My Minds Playin Tricks On Me" which expands upon the original with a beautiful musical arrangement and relaxed vibe. If your a fan of "The Chronic", this version might remind you of a West Coast type of sound that Dre and Snoop would rhyme too as a nice example of slow-rolling Hip Hop/Funk fusion.
Paul has produced for artists like Freeway, Wu-Tang Clan, Mya, Glasses Malone, Joy Denalane (Germany), Project E.A.R. (Asia), Kool G Rap, Pras, Tragedy Khadafi, Killarmy and others. My TV/Film/Ad/misc media work includes original production, sync and score work for brands such as Disney, MTV, ABC, Casio, Hennessy, A Peace Treaty, Hot97, XXL, Complex and Respect magazine, amongst others. Check him out on Soundcloud for more treats!
Alvin Pingol adds a new vibe of excitement in a soulful re-arrangement to keep your head moving with his alternative Rock remix of Dre & Snoop's "Nuthin' But A G Thang". Alvin's work evokes a new vibe of this summer anthem as he uses a sweet guitar-based groove which attempts to redefine the sound and vision of G-Funk which Dre pioneered on "The Chronic".
The Caltones lay down a soulful performance which pays tribute to both The Geto Boys and Isaac Hayes in a live version of "My Mind's Playin' Tricks On Me". This sound captures and leans more towards the raw Stax sound of Mr. Hayes and features some entertaining solo work on the guitar.
Geto Boys meet Death Row Records in Los Angeles for a high-powered freestyles session, live from Bushwick Bill's birthday party in 1992. Catch a flurry of witty rhymes from two powerful entities of Hip Hop during a period where each click churned out their own timeless classics.
"Rap's Most Wanted" 1991 Documentary feat. Chuck D, Too Short, Ice-T, Geto Boys, H.W.A & 2 Live Crew
Enjoy a 1991 documentary where some of the most controversial Hip Hop acts of their time get together to lend a deeper perspective of life behind their music. Hosted by Luke Skywalker, Chuck D, Too Short, Ice-T, Geto Boys, H.W.A & 2 Live Crew speak their mind about the harshness of American society which reflects their outlook of life and inspires the messages within their music. Take a trip back to the era which birthed the use of Parental Advisory stickers on Hip Hop albums.
These emerging voices of the ghetto optimised the rebel spirit of American society and caught a large part of the industry off-guard with an uncensored view of their life. This breakthrough of reality rap birthed a generation of classics and fueled an entire music industry despite early backlash. In this documentary get a look into the minds of these rebels for a deeper insight beyond their classic recordings.
Additional appearances and comments by Russell Simmons, Alan Light, Hank Shocklee, Spike Lee, KRS One of Boogie Down Productions, Ice Cube (Lench Mob), Bobby Seale (Black Panther), Grand Master Flash, Armond White, Dr. Cornell West, Jam Master Jay (Run D.M.C.), Max Roach, Omar Bin Hassan (The Last Poets), Scott Ian(Anthrax), The Fresh Prince (Will Smith), Whodini, Geronimo and the S1W's top 10 reading materials.
Big thanks to madestcap for the VHS rip! If you want a physical copy of this film, they are available below at Amazon from a few used dealers. This looks like a definite collectors item.
When we're talking about hardcore Hip Hop music from The South, the classic output of Rap-A-Lot definitely should be considered for their authenticity in presenting visuals to represent the sights and sounds of the streets through music. Rap-A-Lot Records founder J Prince celebrates 25 years of the legendary southern rap label with a text interview for NPR radio which includes audio clips of celebrated Rap-A-Lot tunes from Scarface, UGK, Geto Boys, Bun-B, Z-Ro and others.
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