US Hip Hop Vinyl 4474 Items

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Belmondawg, Expo 2000, Michal Urbaniak

Fresh Air

12" | 2023 | EU | Original (Poppyn / Ubx Masters Series)

18,99 €*

Freelance Vinyl Me, Please Edition

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Maxi-single release on 45 rpm black vinyl. It contains the Fresh Air single with an instrumental and acapella versions, remix by DJ Eprom, and the original song A Day In The Park by Michal Urbaniak and Urszula Dudziak from 1978.

Fresh Air is the result of cooperation between rapper Belmondawg, producer Expo 2000 and the legendary jazzman Michał Urbaniak.

The single was produced by Expo 2000 using a 12-bit sampler based on samples from the song "A Day In The Park" from 1978, and solos on soprano saxophone recorded especially for this purpose by Michal Urbaniak. The single is maintained in a positive style of jazzy hip-hop.

The remix was prepared by DJ Eprom - the legend of the turntablism scene, multiple champion of international DJ competitions.

The cover and the animated music video for the single was prepared by Paweł Mildner - a valued illustrator, graphic designer, author of posters, picture books and covers.

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Ben Reilly

2LP | 2024 | US | Original (Vinyl Me, Please)

Stellar Mind Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Meet the latest addition to the Rising family, Atlanta-based rhymesayer Ben Reilly.

Freelance and Freelance: Charlie are Reilly’s introductory projects that demonstrate his unshakeable stream-of-conscious technique as a way to relinquish the concept of control and lean into the word and theme of being ''free.'' The explorative projects tap into his origins in Brooklyn’s Brownsville and his ties to Atlanta, where he relocated to as a teenager.

In an interview with VMP, Reilly shared, ''I feel like both [Brooklyn and Atlanta] really shaped me into the person that I am, both on a personal level and a creative level. My attention to lyricism and wordplay and lyrical density… the aggression I like to tap into comes from my New York background.'' He added, ''But my beat selection, I really like how Atlanta culture is so melodic. So I take both cultures and try my best to kind of mold them and shift them into my own reality.''

Freelance and Freelance: Charlie are the rapper’s ultimate quest for freedom.

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Beneficence & Confidence

2LP | 2021 | US | Original (Ill Adrenaline)

27,99 €*

Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Ill Adrenaline Records co-founder and Brick City native Beneficence drops his seventh album entitled "Stellar Mind", entirely produced by longtime collaborator and Boston producer Confidence (of Rashad & Confidence). "Stellar Mind" is the follow up to Benef's underground smash hit album "Basement Chemistry" (2016) that included an array of bangers with high caliber guest appearances by Inspectah Deck (of Wu-Tang Clan), Masta Ace, MC Eiht, and many more. More than four years in the making, "Stellar Mind" takes a deep journey and boom bap ride with flawless production courtesy of Confidence, the man with the golden sound. Benef’s & Conf’s latest installment is a mastery of beats, rhymes, jazz loops, and soul at its apex. With slick vocals and blue-collar aesthetics, it gives the listener head-nodding street anthems and stays true to its roots. 16 tracks strong, the album takes a more personal approach and drops around the same time as Benef's book "Concrete Soul: Memoir & Making of Ill Adrenaline Records". In the intro (Hypnosis) the close Artifacts affiliate rhymes with conviction, "many failed to see the vision, homey who are we kidding, breads with Goldman Sachs, forget the hands of a vixen". Another banger is the infectious horn laced "Travelling Man" where Benef runs down a list of moments in time. "DB Coppers hi jack, John Coltrane's tenor sax, the lost notebook that Eminem hoping to get back, the final destination that we all will end up at". The album's first single "My Way" features Masta Ace and Phantasm (of Cella Dwellas), revealing their perspectives of choice options in life and music. Beneficence & Confidence is a dream team that boom-bap connoisseurs have been patiently eager to hear. Along with slick intelligent rhymes, thought-provoking concepts, and sharp & precise cuts handled by 12 Finger Dan, DJ Grazzhoppa, and DJ Kaos (rip), the LP comes equipped with an impressive guest list of rhyme slingers to deliver a long-awaited gem for underground hip-hop fans around the globe. Features include Masta Ace, Keith Murray, Ras Kass, AG (of D.I.T.C.), Chubb Rock, Lord Tariq, Craig G, El Da Sensei (of The Artifacts), Phantasm (of Cella Dwellas), Ali Vegas, Shabaam Sahdeeq, Wordsworth, Queen Herawin (of Jugganots), Truth Enola, and soul singer Melinda Camille. The thoroughbred soul survivors are back for the people.

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Summer Night Sessions Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Ill Adrenaline)

24,99 €*

Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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New Jersey, Brick City hip-hop legend Beneficence and UK based producer duo Jazz Spastiks unearth a timeless treasure with the release of their collaboration album "Summer Night Sessions". With a completely jazzy street feel and slick written, soothing, intellectual lyrics the Ill Adrenaline co-founder releases his 8th full length album. Over 25 years of successfully releasing independent music, Beneficence set the bar high by using lo-fi, jazzy boom-bap sounds masterfully. Following his most successful "Stellar Mind" (2021) release accompanied with a memoir ("Concrete Soul - The Memoir & Making of Ill Adrenaline Records") of his life and music journey, the close Artifacts affiliate delivers a personal collage of authentic hip-hop music with a brilliant Jazz Spastiks backdrop. Well selected guest appearances in these "Summer Night Sessions" include Skyzoo, Saukrates, Doodlebug (of Digable Planets), Awon, El Da Sensei (of The Artifacts), J-Live, Rakaa Iriscience (of Dilated Peoples), Kid Abstrakt, Shabaam Sahdeeq, and grammy nominated R&B singer Anthony David on a CD/digital only bonus track. On the first single "Do This, Do That" feat. Awon, Beneficence flows smoothly over simple but captivating horns reminiscing about his come up on the music scene. "At the time I was seated behind Diddy and Biggie, '95 Source Awards keys to the city". "Mic Epps" displays lyricism in its finest form when Beneficence playfully pans between a reference to comedian Mike Epps and microphone episodes. "Civilize 'em with a mic check, I get funny on 'em, Mike Epps, you coming ugly imma swipe left, what we giving you is priceless, the nicest!". The musical marriage between the beautiful sounds of Jazz Spastiks and the sharp pen of Beneficence is tactfully done with rich and hypnotic bangers for hip-hop lovers with an ear for certified dopeness.

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Summer Night Sessions HHV Exclusive White Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Ill Adrenaline)

Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 200 copies.
New Jersey, Brick City hip-hop legend Beneficence and UK based producer duo Jazz Spastiks unearth a timeless treasure with the release of their collaboration album "Summer Night Sessions". With a completely jazzy street feel and slick written, soothing, intellectual lyrics the Ill Adrenaline co-founder releases his 8th full length album. Over 25 years of successfully releasing independent music, Beneficence set the bar high by using lo-fi, jazzy boom-bap sounds masterfully. Following his most successful "Stellar Mind" (2021) release accompanied with a memoir ("Concrete Soul - The Memoir & Making of Ill Adrenaline Records") of his life and music journey, the close Artifacts affiliate delivers a personal collage of authentic hip-hop music with a brilliant Jazz Spastiks backdrop. Well selected guest appearances in these "Summer Night Sessions" include Skyzoo, Saukrates, Doodlebug (of Digable Planets), Awon, El Da Sensei (of The Artifacts), J-Live, Rakaa Iriscience (of Dilated Peoples), Kid Abstrakt, Shabaam Sahdeeq, and grammy nominated R&B singer Anthony David on a CD/digital only bonus track. On the first single "Do This, Do That" feat. Awon, Beneficence flows smoothly over simple but captivating horns reminiscing about his come up on the music scene. "At the time I was seated behind Diddy and Biggie, '95 Source Awards keys to the city". "Mic Epps" displays lyricism in its finest form when Beneficence playfully pans between a reference to comedian Mike Epps and microphone episodes. "Civilize 'em with a mic check, I get funny on 'em, Mike Epps, you coming ugly imma swipe left, what we giving you is priceless, the nicest!". The musical marriage between the beautiful sounds of Jazz Spastiks and the sharp pen of Beneficence is tactfully done with rich and hypnotic bangers for hip-hop lovers with an ear for certified dopeness.

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What I'm Talkin' About Feat. Phantasm Of Cella Dwellas

12" | 2024 | DE | Original (Votava)

20,69 €* 22,99 € -10%

Smooth Hardcore Remix Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / DE – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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"What I'm Talkin' About", a jazzy boombap beat by the Jazz Spastiks (Scotland) that celebrates the 90s vibe of the "Golden Era". Dope verses from Beneficence und Phantasm (of legendary NY Rap Crew Cella Dwellas). A tribute to Hip Hop and how it has made its way from the cradle in the South Bronx to the remotest suburbs of the world.

Exclusive remixes by Figub Brazlevic (Berlin) and Retrogott (Cologne) only available on vinyl. Rounded by an exclusive art print from graffiti artist Stohead. All proceeds are used to support the subcultural music center Stellwerk in Hamburg/Harburg.

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Beneficence

12" | 2017 | US | Original (Ill Adrenaline)

16,99 €*

Release: 2017 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Ill Adrenaline Records camp continues to push forward with pure unapologetic boom bap hip-hop. In 2012 Beneficence and AG (of D.I.T.C.) released the now classic collabo track/video for “All Real”, the strongest cut off Benef's much sought after underground smash album "Concrete Soul". The duo veterans are back at it once again with visuals and a limited edition 12” for the Jazz Spastiks produced track “Smooth Hardcore”, taken off the critically acclaimed LP "Basement Chemistry” (2016). The single contains the original album version plus a 90’s ultra-jazzy remix from legendary producer K-Def (Real Live, LL Cool J, Tragedy, Lords of the Underground, Ghostface Killah, etc.), and a Latin flavor remix from up-and-coming beatsmith Brous One.

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Butcher On Steroids Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2017 | US | Reissue (Next)

30,99 €*

Benny The Butcher & DJ Drama

Release: 2017 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Long sought-after Benny the Butcher album nally available in a wide-release Black vinyl pressing! The underground hip-hop collective Griselda has long established itself as a go-to source for the classic hardcore sound of 90s hip-hop artists like Mobb Deep and Raekwon, and unrelentingly gritty boom-bap production, and Benny The Butcher is one of the group's most proficient contributors. Now signed to Def Jam, Benny began leaving his mark on the underground as far back as 2004 and has made his incomparable, street-savvy presence known on tracks by the likes of Ghostface Killah, Paul Wall, Jim Jones, and a slew of other top-tier rappers. His 2017 mixtape Butcher On Steroids is just one example of Benny's raw power and lyrical deftness. Across 12 tracks, the Butcher delivers the kind of authentic street flow that has come to define the Buffalo, NY rap scene, backed up by guest appearances from his Griselda brethren ElCamino and Conway, atop a bed of stark and intense beats courtesy of guest producers DJ Green Lantern, Daringer, IceRocks, and more.

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The Respected Sopranos

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

27,99 €*

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2022 | CA | Original (Good Felons)

Pyrex Picasso

48,44 €* 50,99 € -5%

Release: 2022 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Pyrex Picasso Green Vinyl Edition

LP | 2021 | US | Reissue (GoodFelons)

36,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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GoodFelons Records present Pyrex Picasso by Benny The Butcher, featuring legendary appearances from Conway, ElCamino & Rick Hyde and production handled by Rare Scrilla and Chop La Rok, this is a throwback to TT3/Plugs I Met-era Benny. Pitchfork had this to say about the album: "The Griselda rapper’s latest album accentuates many of his strengths, highlights no unknown weaknesses, and is peppered with some of the finest tracks of what will be remembered as a golden era for The Butcher....Benny sounds triumphant, tossing out a smackdown to his haters like it’s nothing at all."

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Pyrex Picasso Red Stripe Vinyl Edition

LP | 2022 | US | Original (GoodFelons)

40,99 €*

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tana Talk 4 Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2022 | EU | Original (Empire)

27,54 €* 28,99 € -5%

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Benny The Butcher blazed a trail as an elite voice in rap’s underground to become a top artist in all of music. The prolific Buffalo, New Yorker has established two legendary (and concurrent) album series, broken bread with industry leaders, and twice reached the Billboard Top 40 albums chart as an independent. Now Benny sets the table for a definitive 2022. Soon, he will unveil his highly-anticipated Tana Talk 4. By 2004, Benny combined these experiences to launch the Tana Talk series while on house arrest. As TT3 promised, Benny delivered two volumes of The Plugs I Met, in 2019 and 2021, on his Black Soprano Family imprint. In between, Benny inked with Roc Nation management and made songs with Drake, Lil Wayne, Black Thought, and Freddie Gibbs. He also partnered with Grammy-winning producer Hit-Boy to flaunt his range on 2020’s acclaimed Burden Of Proof. If the third installment of Tana Talk made Benny a formidable presence in Rap, Volume 4 propels him to stardom. Debut single “Johnny P’s Caddy” partners The Butcher with J. Cole over The Alchemist production. Al’ and Daringer handle the album’s music, just as they seamlessly did on TT3. Conway, Westside Gunn, 38 Spesh and more guest on TT4, as does Stove God Cooks. Benny’s skills and authenticity have cemented his place in the game. However, in a career defined by will and perseverance, The Butcher’s blade keeps getting sharper.

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Tana Talk 4 Clear Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Empire)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tana Talk 4 HHV Exclusive Blue Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2022 | US | Original (Empire)

35,99 €* 39,99 € -10%

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 500 copies.

Benny The Butcher blazed a trail as an elite voice in rap’s underground to become a top artist in all of music. The prolific Buffalo, New Yorker has established two legendary (and concurrent) album series, broken bread with industry leaders, and twice reached the Billboard Top 40 albums chart as an independent. Now Benny sets the table for a definitive 2022. Soon, he will unveil his highly-anticipated Tana Talk 4. By 2004, Benny combined these experiences to launch the Tana Talk series while on house arrest. As TT3 promised, Benny delivered two volumes of The Plugs I Met, in 2019 and 2021, on his Black Soprano Family imprint. In between, Benny inked with Roc Nation management and made songs with Drake, Lil Wayne, Black Thought, and Freddie Gibbs. He also partnered with Grammy-winning producer Hit-Boy to flaunt his range on 2020’s acclaimed Burden Of Proof. If the third installment of Tana Talk made Benny a formidable presence in Rap, Volume 4 propels him to stardom. Debut single “Johnny P’s Caddy” partners The Butcher with J. Cole over The Alchemist production. Al’ and Daringer handle the album’s music, just as they seamlessly did on TT3. Conway, Westside Gunn, 38 Spesh and more guest on TT4, as does Stove God Cooks. Benny’s skills and authenticity have cemented his place in the game. However, in a career defined by will and perseverance, The Butcher’s blade keeps getting sharper.

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Tana Talk 4 HHV Exclusive Blue Vinyl Edition w/ Seamsplit

2LP | 2022 | US | Original (Empire)

28,49 €* 29,99 € -5%

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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These copies have a damaged cover (seamsplit).

Benny The Butcher blazed a trail as an elite voice in rap’s underground to become a top artist in all of music. The prolific Buffalo, New Yorker has established two legendary (and concurrent) album series, broken bread with industry leaders, and twice reached the Billboard Top 40 albums chart as an independent. Now Benny sets the table for a definitive 2022. Soon, he will unveil his highly-anticipated Tana Talk 4. By 2004, Benny combined these experiences to launch the Tana Talk series while on house arrest. As TT3 promised, Benny delivered two volumes of The Plugs I Met, in 2019 and 2021, on his Black Soprano Family imprint. In between, Benny inked with Roc Nation management and made songs with Drake, Lil Wayne, Black Thought, and Freddie Gibbs. He also partnered with Grammy-winning producer Hit-Boy to flaunt his range on 2020’s acclaimed Burden Of Proof. If the third installment of Tana Talk made Benny a formidable presence in Rap, Volume 4 propels him to stardom. Debut single “Johnny P’s Caddy” partners The Butcher with J. Cole over The Alchemist production. Al’ and Daringer handle the album’s music, just as they seamlessly did on TT3. Conway, Westside Gunn, 38 Spesh and more guest on TT4, as does Stove God Cooks. Benny’s skills and authenticity have cemented his place in the game. However, in a career defined by will and perseverance, The Butcher’s blade keeps getting sharper.

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LP | 2021 | US | Original (Next)

The Plugs I Met 2

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Mere months after releasing an undisputed Aoty contender for 2020 with Burden Of Proof and only three months after being shot, Benny got back on his feet (way ahead of schedule) and re-immersed in his element “back to that little pot, that little flame”. While he has separated himself from his peers, Benny from Montana Ave knows the game is to be sold and never told and he has put all of these accolades in his rearview mirror to focus on his next lick; The Plugs I Met 2. The Plugs I Met 2 is the coronation of a true G going from worker to the PLUG---and never looking back. “I came in as an underdog, to filling out my position as one of the elite rhymers in the industry. Plugs 2 expands upon that mindset; the same confidence, same attitude, cocky, but I still have something to prove” Benny asserts. Produced entirely by Harry Fraud, the Brooklyn bred producer describes The Plugs I Met 2 as “the story of a hustler who’s realized success but understands how fragile it is. Lyrically the album shows Benny reflecting on what he’s sacrificed to get here and what he’ll need to do to continue his rise to the top. With this project we set out to transport the listener into a world that was lush but still gritty, triumphant but still emotional and sonically diverse across the board.”

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The Plugs I Met 2 Burgundy Vinyl Edition

LP | 2021 | US | Reissue (Next)

36,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Plugs I Met Extended Edition

LP | 2019 | US | Original (Next)

Benny The Butcher X Rick Hyde X Im'peretiv

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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FEATURES AN EXCLUSIVE EMBOSSED COVER, PLUS PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED INSTRUMENTALS
FEATURING: PUSHA T, BLACK THOUGHT, JADAKISS, CONWAY THE MACHINE, RJ PAYNE AND MORE PLUS BEATS BY: ALCHEMIST, DARINGER, DJ SHAY AND MORE

Griselda Records' own Benny The Butcher released his Tana Talk 3 project in the winter of 2018, the album was produced entirely by Griselda mainstay Daringer and Alchemist and included appearances from his Griselda/Shady Records label-mates Westside Gunn and Conway and Royce 5’9” and Meyhem Lauren.

Tana Talk 3 peaked at #4 on Apple’s Hip-Hop chart upon its release and was a mainstay on the charts for months after. Commercial success aside, the album also resulted in tremendous critical acclaim, as it was included in “Best of 2018” lists from Pitchfork, Complex & HipHopWired which crowned Tana Talk 3 as its favorite album of 2018 and a nod from Complex as one of its 20 Rappers to watch for 2019.

For further proof Benny’s star is on the rise, he was one of a select few artists to be invited by J. Cole to participate in the recording sessions for Dreamville’s forthcoming Revenge Of The Dreamers III compilation and he recently made “Headlines” alongside his Griselda brethren Westside Gunn and Conway guesting on DJ Premier’s new single.

The Plugs I Met, which was released on compact disc in late July, features collaborations with Pusha T, Jadakiss, Conway, RJ Payne, Alchemist and Daringer. Benny also released the projects first single, “18 Wheeler,” which features Pusha T. Now under the management of Roc Nation, The Plugs I Met is further proof that the future is now for Benny The Butcher.

“The anticipation for this project is crazy. I came out with Tana Talk 3 and it’s a classic and everybody wants to see what I am going to do next. People are on my dick, you can bet that. It’s like they are pitting me against myself” Benny exclaimed to Complex. “People are waiting to see if I will fail, or if I will succeed. Trust me, I delivered with The Plugs I Met; I took my time with it. It’s fucking crazy!"

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Under The Scope Black Vinyl Edition W/ Obi

7" | 2022 | CA | Original (Oitc)

21,99 €*

Benny The Butcher X Rick Hyde X Im'peretiv

Release: 2022 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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One In The Chamber Records presents it's first release, Under the Scope, featuring Benny the Butcher (Griselda/BSF) and Rick Hyde (bsf) produced by Im'peretiv.

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Under The Scope Yellow Vinyl Edition

7" | 2022 | CA | Original (Oitc)

21,99 €*

2LP | 2022 | US | Original (Empire)

Release: 2022 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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One In The Chamber Records presents it's first release, Under the Scope, featuring Benny the Butcher (Griselda/BSF) and Rick Hyde (bsf) produced by Im'peretiv.

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Berner

Gotti

The Kraken / The Phoenix Kenny Dope Mixes

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Bay Area legend – Rapper, entrepreneur and Cookies Don, Berner, is back with his 19th solo studio album, Gotti. Paying homage to the infamous mob leader, John Gotti, Berner flexes his mafia favors and assembles one of his most impressive cast of features on the 19-track album, including Future, Cozmo, Rick Ross, Nas, Jadakiss, Kevin Cossom, Rod Wave, Mozzy, Conway The Machine, Styles P, Benny The Butcher, Ty Dolla $ign, Ryn Nicole, Millyz, Wiz Khalifa, Janelle Marie & Madeline Lauer, as well as never-before-heard audio from from the mob leader’s trial. After a banner year with both highs and lows, Berner ends the year on a high note with some of his finest work.

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Bert Hector

2x7" | 2023 | US | Original (Kay-Dee)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Kay-Dee Records is coming at you with a 45 double-hitter, presenting Bert Hector’s ‘The Phoenix’ and ‘The Kraken’ with Kenny Dope on remix duties. On the first record, we’re treated to ‘The Phoenix’: a sure-fire funk gem with a super warm sound. The beat is as cool as it gets, with a laid-back and funky attitude, sitting beneath a joyous intermingling of sitar, flute, brass and guitar - all performed at expert levels. ‘The Kraken’ has a killer groove, struttin’ along at 85 bpm with a real old-school sound on the beat. Joining the breaks is a huge brass section which pumps loud, while flute solos and funky Wah-wah guitar chops take things up a notch. This is a pure, unadulterated groove.

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Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2023 | US | Original (sUPERIORbelly)

Beverly Fresh

PIES

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Northcyde Vinyl)

Bhb (Blue House Boyz)

This Is How We Chill

39,99 €*

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Flipnjay)

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Blue House Boyz (bhb) was a rap group out of Oakland, CA. In 1993 they released their EP "This Is How We Chill", which is a Bay Area classic with production of legendary G-Man Stan.

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Big Black Lincoln

Pimpin Life / All Of You

23,99 €*

Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son Of Chico Dusty Vinyl Me, Please Edition

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Big Black Lincoln is the unsung singing super group that shaped today’s “Toronto sound” in both Hip-Hop AND R&B. Most importantly, the combination of the two! The first single from that BBL classic “Pimpin’ Life” on 7 inch for the first time ever! And on the b-side, the exclusive to FNJ extended version of “All Of You”, a soulful house heater that is many a person’s favourite song!

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Big Boi

2LP | 2010 | US | Reissue (Vinyl Me, Please)

Big Sleepover Vinyl Me, Please Edition

Release: 2010 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Why you'll love it...
While fighting through label limbo and placing his budding film career on freeze, Antwan “Big Boi” Patton spent a couple years readying the artillery for his solo close-up. Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty is both a testament to the maturation of Big Boi and a tribute to his late father; underneath, it’s a speakeasy at breakneck speed, sittin’ on 32s. Where many other formidable MCs would be eaten alive, Big Boi shapeshifts across every mood and landscape with his trademark tenacity. He’s an effortless showboat who can portray sleaze with ease, but he’s a true class act who’s got nothing left to prove, yet will never let it show. Flanked by his known co-conspirators and many more, Big Boi blesses the senses the way only an East Point playboy can; it’s an intergenerational time warp, and another funky ride in HD. The final product is a natural progression of his Organized Noize lineage, sent across dimensions to return with an assemblage of time-tested potent Black grooves, then pressure-cooked in the kitchen of thefinest booty club in Georgia.

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Big Boi / Sleepy Brown

2LP | 2024 | US | Reissue (Vinyl Me, Please)

The Daze Of Bur Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Big Sleepover, the reissue of 2021 collab album by Big Boi and Sleepy Brown, features CeeLo Green, Killer Mike, Backbone, Big Rube, and RENEGADE EL REY and is available for the first time on vinyl. Lauded for its humor and dynamics, the pair lets you know from the very beginning that they "have nothing else to prove."

Limited to 2000 copies, the VMP exclusive version of Big Boi and Sleepy Brown's Big Sleepover is pressed on Cloudy Green vinyl at GZ Vinyl. The 2LPs will arrive in a double gatefold, rainbow foil board, foil-stamped and numbered jacket.

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Big Bur-Na

LP | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

The Daze Of Bur Splatter Vinyl Edition

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Most Wanted Records presents for the first time on wax "Big Bur-NA - The Daze Of Bur-Na 1995-2022" !!

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Big Bur-Na

LP | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Nature Sounds)

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Most Wanted Records presents for the first time on wax "Big Bur-NA - The Daze Of Bur-Na 1995-2022" !!

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Big Cheeko

Block Barry White

Bitches & Ho's / Just A Friend

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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With a smooth-as-butter flow, an entrancingly deep vocal tone, and an exceptional ear for production, Big Cheeko is one of the most exciting emcees to emerge from Atlanta in recent memory.

After several outstanding mixtapes and a number of high-profile collaborations, the talented artist is now unveiling his commercial debut "Block Barry White". The album is a smoked-out masterpiece, capturing the full reach of Big Cheeko’s creative firepower, and is executive produced by hip-hop folk hero Mach-Hommy. Throughout the collection, Big Cheeko's powerfully authentic rhymes are accompanied by slow-burning, soul-influenced production and hard-hitting percussion, with all beats provided by Matic Lee, an acclaimed producer who has worked with the likes of Tech N9ne, Krizz Kaliko, Rittz, Jarren Benton, and more. Sure to blast out of trunks far and wide, "Block Barry White" features appearances by Mach-Hommy, Smoke DZA, Styles P, and Devin

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Big Dick Hustlers

7" | 2023 | Original (Rad Girlfriend)

12,99 €*

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Black Album Revisited

Big Ghost Ltd.

LP | 2019 | EU | Original (De Rap Winkel)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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It's Better This Way Blue Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2015 | US | Reissue (BMG Rights Management)

Release: 2015 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Double vinyl LP pressing of this 2015 mixtape from the hip-hop artist and producer.

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LP | 2019 | EU | Original (BMG)

K.R.I.T. Iz Here

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2020 | US | Original (BMG Rights Management)

K.R.I.T. Wuz Here

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2013 | US | Reissue (BMG Rights Management)

King Remembered In Time

Release: 2013 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Double vinyl LP pressing of this 2013 mixtape from the hip-hop artist and producer.

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2LP | 2011 | US | Reissue (BMG Rights Management)

Return Of 4eva

Release: 2011 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Double vinyl LP pressing of this 2015 mixtape from the hip-hop artist and producer.

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2LP | 2021 | US | Reissue (BMG Rights Management)

Style Not Quite Free

42,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Double vinyl LP pressing of this 2021 mixtape from the hip-hop artist and producer.

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2LP | 1998 | EU | Reissue (Sony Music Catalog)

Capital Punishment

Release: 1998 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Capital Punishment 25th Anniversary Colored Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1998 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

35,14 €* 36,99 € -5%

Release: 1998 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 2000 copies worldwide.

Pressed on Double colored vinyl in a gatefold jacket with 25 Year Anniversary commemorative OBI limited TO 2000 Copies Big Pun remains on the best rappers ever list to this day. Reasons for this weigh largely on his debut Capital Punishment which was released 25 years ago on April 28, 1998. His commanding voice and rapid fire delivery make it clear there will never be another Big Pun. Pun was New York. His confidence on the mic made him stand out among his contemporaries. Similarly, the production -- by a cast of many – remains ever so New York loyal. The close cousins "Im Not a Player" and "Still Not a Player", may have been the hits off this album but it is packed with so many more that show Pun's true abilities.

"Beware" and "Dream Shatterer" are great examples of Big Pun at his best, dark cinematic production with just enough room to let him breathe fire. On "Twinz (Deep Cover)" Big Pun is trading bars with his mentor Fat Joe over a remake of Dr. Dre's classic beat. Here Pun delivers one of his most quoted verses that contains among others "Dead in the middle of Little Italy little did we know that we riddled some middlemen who didn't do diddly." There are numerous guest appearances, the best of which include aforementioned Fat Joe (on several tracks), Black Thought of The Roots on the MC showcase "Super Lyrical", Prodigy and Inspectah Deck on "Tres Leches (Triboro Trilogy)", and an extra-insane Busta Rhymes on "Parental Discretion".

To commemorate the 25th Anniversary Get On Down is proud to present this limited edition that contains a new colored 2xLP presing in a brand new gatefold package with a double sided OBI that folds out into a mini poster. Available for preorder now and shipping in October.

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Capital Punishment Vinyl Me, Please Edition

2LP | 1998 | US | Reissue (Vinyl Me, Please)

Release: 1998 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Why you'll love it...
The beats on Capital Punishment, from RZA, Rockwilder, Domingo, and other A-list maestros, are grimy, radio- friendly, yet low-ley cutting-edge, affirming its status as an undisputed classic. Big Pun was as much a visionary — conceptualizing every song — as a consummate pro in the booth. Citing Picasso and Baby Jesus while purporting to “twist your temples into pretzels,” Pun made Minute Rice out of multi-syllables. There’s no way to describe Pun’s febrile liberties with the king’s English. He doesn’t really breathe; when he does, it’s a sharp gasp for air that almost mimics his Ginsu-like wordplay. Pun’s habit of sucking wind before spitting an ill verse mimics the effect of a lit grenade about to land and decimate entire sections of the population. If Pun’s dense rhymes invoke mixed metaphors, that’s likely because he’s an impossible amalgam of wanton wooer and lyrical hitman, an overweight lover with a murderous mouthpiece.

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Yeeeah Baby Colored Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2000 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

36,99 €*

Release: 2000 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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This past year marked the 25th Anniversary of Big Pun's debut Capital Punishment. Big Pun was truly larger than life and sadly passed away at the age of 28, only two months before the release of his sophomore studio album Yeeeah Baby. Yeeeah Baby was released on April 4, 2000, excecutive produced by Fat Joe and a roster of producers including Just Blaze, L.E.S., Buckwild, Younglord, and Sean C among others. The album which would be Big Pun's final release was certifed Gold after three months off the strength of the first two singles "It's So Hard" and "100%" and eventually certified Platinum. Get On Down is proud to present and honor the legacy of Big Pun with a limited edition vinyl reissue pressed on double A-Side/B-Side colored vinyl and stamped numbered OBI limited to 2000 copies.

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2LP | 2021 | US | Original (G.O.O.D. Music)

Release: US

Genre: Hip Hop

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/ how they want it

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Big Sean

Detroit 2

52,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2021 | US | Original (Def Jam)

Big Sean

Detroit 2

52,99 €*

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Finally Famous 10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

Big Sean

LP | 2011 | EU | Reissue (Universal)

Release: 2011 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2018 | UK | Original (Chopped Herring)

Big Sha aka Poetry

Poet's Ambition EP

Release: 2018 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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7" | 2009 | US | Original (Tres)

Big Tone

Chocolate feat. L'Renee

8,99 €*

Filth Be Thy Name Red Marbled Vinyl Edition

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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/ instrumental ... Dwele on the horns! yeah!

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Big Trip

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Appledizzle)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Filth Be Thy Name Red Marbled Vinyl Edition W/ Obi

Big Trip

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Appledizzle)

42,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Hood Stories Brown Vinyl Edition

Big Twins

LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Wearing Make Up / Keep It Real

Big Willie Smith

7" | 2014 | US | Reissue (Funky Ass)

29,74 €* 34,99 € -15%

Release: 2014 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Untitled Therapy Black Vinyl Edition

Bigneuk

LP | 2024 | EU | Original

23,99 €*

Untitled Therapy Splatter Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited Vinyl to 300 Copies. 200 Black 100 Splatter colored Vinyl.

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Bigneuk

LP | 2024 | EU | Original

LP | 2022 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited Vinyl to 300 Copies. 200 Black 100 Splatter colored Vinyl.

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Billie Essco

Aesthetic Raps Vol. 1

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Tuff Kong)

Billie Essco

Esscargot

Drankenstein: The Greatest Drips Volume 1 Picture Disc Edition

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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If you’ve been paying close attention to what’s been happening in Buffalo, NY over the last few years then you’re most definitely familiar with the name Billie Essco. Purveyor of the finest things in life, fashion connoisseur and an incredible MC, Billie Essco literally backs up his claim of being the “illest MF that you’ve ever seen” and lives what he raps. The album features guest appearances by CJ Fly, Stevie Crooks, Jae Skees and Clovis Ochin, natural wine ambassador and friend he’s met in Paris while writing part of this album attending fashion week with Westside Gunn. Album features an incredible cover art by french artist Johanna Tordjman.

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Bird Peterson

LP | 2021 | US | Original (Cream Dream)

The Uncanny Adventures Of Watson & Holmes

Release: 2021 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Bird Peterson’s reign of audio terror is still alive and well, friends. From making records and remixes for major and indie labels (Sony, Atlantic, Ed Banger, Mad Decent, Interscope, etc), to collaborating with a wide array of artists (Diplo, Tiesto, Method Man, Mstrkrft, Astronautalis, etc), to sharing the stage with everyone from T.I. to Lil Wayne to Death From Above 1979. His critically acclaimed Holiday Spectacular has seen multiple live shows and finally a double vinyl release as well. But all of these pale in comparison to Bird’s greatest assault on the world: DRANKENSTEIN. A remix hybrid of Dirty South rap and MainStage Trance, Bird hits his 11 year anniversary of this project with the release of Drankenstein’s Greatest Drips Volume One on Cream Dream records. This glorious limited edition picture disc, designed by Bird, features a mega mix of 16 of his favorite Drank tunes and is sure to wow anyone with ears. Prepare THYSELF.

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Blacastan & Stu Bangas

LP | 2017 | US | Original (Brick)

22,99 €*

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Rrc Music)

Release: 2017 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Official Army Of The Pharaohs and Demigodz emcee Blacastan has been steadily staking his claim to the title of ‘savior of underground rap music’ since his debut mixtape Me Against The Radio and its key cut and video "Life Of A Tape" became an underground cult classic in 2007. The rapper turned his attention to the mic after the Hartford, CT street life, and his strong-arm style of handling business, left a then 16-year-old Blacastan serving a bid in the mid-'90s. He emerged from prison with a remarkable skill set, a throwback style, and an unrivaled drive.
His 2010 debut album Blac Sabbath boasted production & vocals from the likes of Statik Selektah, Blue Sky Black Death, Mr. Green, Esoteric and Celph Titled, and 2012’s The Master Builder Part II, which was mixed by legendary DJ Doo Wop, had features from Slaine and Reef the Lost Cauze, among others. He has since also racked up appearances on Jedi Mind Tricks Violence Begets Violence, the Army of The Pharaohs albums In Death Reborn and Heavy Lies The Crown, the Demigodz Killmatic album, Apathy’s Wanna Snuggle?, Mr Lif’s Don’t Look Down and Czarface’s A Fistful of Peril, plus toured extensively across Europe, North America, and Australia with Celph Titled and Block McCloud.
2014 saw Blac teaming up with producer and longtime AOTP and Demigodz collaborator Stu Bangas for the first installment of Watson & Holmes, which featured Esoteric, Apathy, Celph Titled and Vinnie Paz. Stu has been in the trenches since the early 2000s, producing heatrocks for Slaine, Esoteric, Tragedy Khadafi, Heltah Skeltah, Jedi Mind Tricks, Vinnie Paz, Blaq Poet, Copywrite, Chino XL, Cappadonna, AOTP and Sean Price, including the lead single “Definition of God” from Sean Price's upcoming posthumous album Imperius Rex.
The duo is back with The Uncanny Adventures of Watson & Holmes, a sophomore effort that improves on the first in every way. Stu gets completely brutal with the beats, and Blac ups the ante on the rhymes. Plus, they’ve enlisted Ill Bill (Non-Phixion, La
Coka Nostra), Nutso, Apathy (Demigodz, AOTP) 7L & Esoteric (AOTP, Czarface), and Tragedy Khadafi to lend their talents to the project.

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Black Josh X Wino Willy

Today's The Day

31,99 €*

Album Of The Year Vinyl Me, Please Edition

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Manchester emcee Black Josh joins forces with New Orleans analog instrumental warrior Wino Willy on collaboration project "Today's The Day". Since the epic opening joint "Habitat" and throughout the 7 joints on this project the two show an incredible chemistry, with the English lyrical maverick delivering some incredible wordplay on Wino Willy's grimy productions. As a member of Cult of The Damned and Levelz, and one of the standout artists of the Blah roster, Black Josh has been killing it whatever the backdrop and this record is no different, with fellow nationals Lee Scott and SonnyJim joining on the first single "E R M8" as well as Da$h on "Vince Carter". An electrifying collaboration by two masters of their craft

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Black Milk

2LP | 2010 | US | Reissue (Vinyl Me, Please)

LP | 2011 | US | Reissue (Fat Beats)

Release: 2010 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Why you'll love it...
Album of the Year, Black Milk's fourth studio album, was produced almost entirely by himself with assistance from Will Sessions and originally released in 2010.

Limited to 1000 copies, the VMP exclusive version of Black Milk's Album of the Year is pressed on Gold Nugget vinyl at GZ Vinyl. The 2LPs will arrive in a widespine, direct-to-board, foil-stamped and numbered jacket.

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Black Milk & Danny Brown

Black & Brown

27,99 €*

Deadly Medley Feat. Royce Da 5'9" & Elzhi / We

Release: 2011 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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No one is raising the standard in the underground as high as Black Milk and Danny Brown. After their collaborative track "Black and Brown" from Black's LP Album of the Year became a fan favorite, the two decided to record an entire EP together, fittingly titled Black and Brown. While the aforementioned track appears on the EP, the remainder of Black And Brown sees Danny Brown exclusively handling mic duties, with Black Milk showcasing his masterful production. Black Milk’s Album of the Year dropped in September 2010 to strong reviews and an impressive showing on the Billboard charts, and his stock has continued to rise ever since. Performing with a live band for over 80 shows on a worldwide tour in support of the album, he has established himself as one of rap’s best live performers. He also became the first rap artist to record and release music with rock superstar Jack White, who co-produced and played on the much-publicized “Brain” 7-inch single on White’s label Third Man Records. Never straying from his hip hop roots, Black Milk also serves as a member of the group Random Axe (with Sean Price and Guilty Simpson), and entirely produced their successful self-titled 2011 full-length release. Danny Brown first gained wide recognition with the release of his album The Hybrid as a free download in March 2010. Since the release, he’s emerged as one of rap’s most distinct new voices. The shock value of his drug-fueled and sex-laden rhyming has been frequently compared to the early works of Eminem, and his ear for progressive beats as well as his unique fashion sense has made him a favorite with critics. His latest project XXX was released as a free download in August 2011, and was instantly hailed as one of the top rap albums of the year by artists and fans alike, while receiving heavy coverage from media outlets like Pitchfork, MTV, and The Fader.

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Black Milk

7" | 2020 | US | Original (Fat Beats)

17,99 €*

LP | 2019 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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After releasing music for 25 years, and with the passing of this past decade, Fat Beats is revisiting a few of their classic releases with special limited edition 7"s.

The first 3 feature music from Roc Marciano's Marcberg (2009, Fat Beats Records), Black Milk's AOTY (2010, Fat Beats Records) and Will Sessions' Elmatic Instrumentals (2011, Fat Beats Records)

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Black Milk

Dive

28,99 €*

LP | 2016 | US | Original (Computer Ugly)

Release: 2019 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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“DiVE represents me looking ahead at 2020,” he said in a press release. “Stepping into this new decade, I want to have a mentality of progression. Once 2020 clicks in, I want to leave a lot of my old ways, traditions, and mentalities behind. I’m always going to have my standard and aesthetic. That’s why I’m not really afraid to step outside of any box because my taste will always keep me grounded.”

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Black Milk & Nat Turner

The Rebellion Sessions

20,99 €*

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Milk, one of the most prodigious and versatile talents in the world of hip-hop, returns alongside his band Nat Turner with a live instrumental LP, The Rebellion Sessions, a jazz-funk opus recorded over the span of one week.

Orchestrated and produced by Black Milk, The Rebellion Sessions features Nat Turner (Aaron “Ab” Abernathy on keys, Malik Hunter on bass, and Zebulun “Z” Horton on drums). Although the guys have appeared on Black’s previous works, The Rebellion Sessions is the first project created by the four as a collaborative unit. The album, at times recalling the works of Fela Kuti, Charles Mingus, Miles Davis, Sly & The Family Stone, D’Angelo, and Robert Glasper, builds off Black Milk and Nat Turner’s incredible live show, honed over the course of years and more than 90 shows played worldwide in 2015 alone. Black Milk & Nat Turner will embark on The Rebellion Tour in Europe this May, performing select tunes from The Rebellion Sessions in addition to songs from Black Milk’s extensive catalog, before hitting the road in the States.

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Buck Em Down (Da Beatminerz Remix) / Enta Da Stage

7" | 1994 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

24,69 €* 25,99 € -5%

Release: 1994 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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From Black Moon’s 1993 underground classic Enta Da Stage, P-Vine has paired two tracks to release as an exclusive 7” picture disc single. The remix version of “Buck Em Down” by the in-house production crew Da Beatminerz first appeared as a 10 inch single in 1994, and its accompanying music video - with iconic Franklyn Ave and Union St signs hovering in the background of their native Brooklyn, NY - featured this remix version. On the flipside, the title track “Enta Da Stage” with its stripped-down production hands over the mic to Buckshot for a pair of free-flowing lucid verses.

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Enta Da Stage Picture Disc Edition

2LP | 1993 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

49,39 €* 51,99 € -5%

Release: 1993 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black MOON’s 1993 debut album Enta Da Stage was a gamechanger to those it reached. The pulse of the underground and DIY spirit flowed through the release as members Buckshot, 5ft and DJ Evil Dee dug deep into the record that would become an east coast hip-hop classic. Buckshot, front and center, shone with his foot on the gas, and no intention to sweeten the hard-hitting lyrical flow. 5ft carved out his own on “Ack Like You Want It” and “Son get Wrec”. DJ Evil Dee threw down an early career production masterclass on the jazzy “Who Got Da Props?” with Mr. Walt - the first of many production projects for Da Beatminerz. P-vine is excited to be reissuing the record for the first time as a double picture disc with two bonus tracks off the Buck Em Down 12” to complete this sixteen track deluxe record.

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I Got Cha Opin Remix / Buck Em Down Remix Picture Disc Edition

7" | 2022 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

Release: 2022 / JP – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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P-Vine has paired two classic tracks from Black Moon’s 1993 underground classic Enta Da Stage as a 7” picture disc single. The remix version of “I Got Cha Opin” by the in-house production crew Da Beatminerz first appeared as a single in 1993. The group’s collaboration with Brooklyn neighbours “Black Smif-N-Wessun,” meanwhile, is a heavyweight bout of legendary proportions.

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Who Got Da Props? / How Many MC's Picture Disc Edition

7" | 2022 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

DMC 4 Life Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2022 / JP – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The first two singles from the Black Moon’s 1993 underground classic Enta Da Stage are collected here on this limited picture disc single through P-vine records. A-side “Who Got Da Props?” forced its way through the airwaves in the group’s native Brooklyn, and its raw power, goaded on by strong local support, helped it break through the billboard 100 in 1992. B-side “How Many MCs” was released a year later just before the release of the album.

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Black Mophia Clan

2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

32,99 €*

Dmc 4 Life Splatter White Blue Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Mophia Clan

2LP | 2021 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

37,99 €*

Idolatry Feat. Mad Child & Mr. Biscuit Colored Vinyl Edition

Release: 2021 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Smoke On Records presents for the 1st time on Vinyl the underground classic Black Mophia Clan – BMC 4 life - 14 Chapters - The Revealing.

Including Credit sheet Strongly Limited! Each record is numbered.

Pre-order now and safe your copy shipping delivery aprox. 8th March current situation causes longer waiting time because of covid 19 and i seriously don't think January - February is going to be better.

Tracklist: A1 Intro 2:17 A2 BMC 4 Life 3:54 A3 Reality 2:59 A4 Lock Down (Street) 3:22

B1 Ghetto Soldier 3:42 B2 Gangsta Vibe 6:34 B3 Rags On Locs 4:50

C1 Mass Murder'n MC 2:57 C2 Lock Down (Radio) 4:15 C3 Beautifully Done 2:48 C4 Lyrical Joyride 3:58

D1 BMC 'G' (Commercial) 4:37 D2 Reality (Radio) 4:28 D3 Showdown 3:51 D4 outro 1:14

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Black Pegasus

7" | 2017 | EU | Original (Expanded Art)

13,99 €*

Release: 2017 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited color vinyl edition!

Colorado Springs MC Black Pegasus teams up with Madchild and Mr Biscuit for the new track “Idolatry”. Produced by Cheff Premier, cuts by Dj Lazy Eyez. The single will be featured on Black Pegasus‘ forthcoming LP “Robert Houston”. The single comes with instrumental on the B-side. TIP!!!

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Flavor Of The Month Red Vinyl Edition

17,99 €*

Release: 1991 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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This edition is limited to 300.Previously unavailable on 7", this brace of 1991 sureshots is the perfect introduction to the idiosyncrasies of the Native Tongue era. Features Joe Farrell break ‘Upon This Rock’ as used by Kanye West on ‘Gone’.

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Stobelite Honey

Release: 1991 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Sheep – and their 1991 ‘A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing’ album - were definitely an outlier in the Native Tongues fold. They were raunchier and more playful than their peers which, given that those peers were A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and Jungle Brothers, is really saying something.
‘Strobelite Honey’ catches that difference perfectly, leaning heavily on a pair of 1980 disco samples rather than the jazz of their brethren, and taking a somewhat less chivalrous approach to women. ‘Strobelite’s slender but fun narrative sees rapper Dres up in the club and fooled by the lights – approaching a girl he likes the look off but backing off when they reveal she’s not what he expected. Charmed, we’re sure.
Dres and his partner Mr. Lawnge were always willing to push boundaries, and that extends to the often confusing labelling of the various remixes of this choice single. 12”s dropped with the ‘No We Didn’t Mix’, ‘Yes We Did Mix’ and ‘Maybe We Did Mix’ (not to mention a separate 12” of House mixes).
The last and best of these accompanied the original version on the now-rare 1991 7”, as it does here. The ‘Maybe We Did Mix’ adds urgent horns - almost like the buzzing of a bee - and a new beat to completely reconfigure the sound into something much more of its era. It’s a reminder of when remixes were about much more than the same beat with different rappers.

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12" | 1991 | US (Mercury)

The Choice Is Yours

12,99 €*

Release: 1991 / US

Genre: Hip Hop

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/ Have U.N.E. Pull / Yes

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The Choice Is Yours Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1991 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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If you collect vintage 70's soul-jazz vinyl, there is a good chance that you already own a record that features the amazing vocal talents of Dee Dee Bridgewater. Whether it be Roy Ayers, Norman Connors, Billy Parker or Carlos Garnett - Dee Dee is the glue that fuses these artists together. Although best known for her jazz work, Dee Dee has had a wonderfully rich and varied career encompassing soul, musicals, gospel, and underground disco from the 70's to the present day. She is still active as a vocalist, composer, and producer and remains one of our favourite vocalists at Mr Bongo HQ. We take things back to the early years of Dee Dee's career with her debut album 'Afro Blue'. Recorded in Tokyo in 1974, the album was released exclusively in Japan via two different Japanese labels (Trio Records in 1974 and All Art in 1985 respectively). Each release had unique cover art and we have opted to present the album in its original 1974 form. 'Afro Blue' features an exquisite collaboration of American and Japanese musicians, such as Cecil & Ron Bridgewater, Motohiko Hino and producer Takao Ishizuka. The result is a sublime deep soul-jazz masterpiece with timeless versions of 'People Make The World Go Round', 'Love From The Sun', and 'Afro Blue'. It is arguably one of the finest albums in its genre. This record has long been a sought-after item for DJs and collectors alike, so we are delighted to finally make this wonderful music from an understated great available to all.

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Try Counting Sheep

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Mnrk)

Release: 1991 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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‘Try Counting Sheep’ was always a bit of a curio. For reasons best left in the dark, distant days of record label meetings of the early 1990’s, it only ever saw a UK and Europe release, our US cousins having to do without it. A strange decision because, while it doesn’t have the headnod hummability of ‘The Choice is Yours’, the group’s biggest hit, it perfectly captures their ramshackle charm coupled with a catchy hook. While Dres was a characterful and idiosyncratic MC, one thing that often goes uncelebrated about Black Sheep was their production nous. As on their other singles, they mine some familiar tracks but use the samples in original and creative ways. The Original Sheep LP Mix is a likeably meandering track that borrows bass from Jimi Hendrix and different bits of Rare Earth’s ‘(I Know) I’m Losing You’, with a real lightness of touch. As this was a UK release – the original 7” of which now fetches around three figures – the label rafted in UK producer The Principle for a remix. Best known for his work with Profile Records crew Caveman, he brings the same kind of propulsive organ track to the remix that underpins much of their best work. He adds in an instantly familiar drum break from ‘Impeach the President’ to drive a fine re-imagining that is very much of its time. It’s a record that can still summon the fun of a hip-hop club in 1991, and one that’s no longer impossible to find on 7”.

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Black Soprano Family

Long Live DJ Shay

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

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Long Live DJ Shay is a celebration of the legacy & impact of DJ Shay, not only for B$F and Griselda, but for his lasting impact on the culture. Shay met Benny The Butcher, Conway The Machine, and Westside Gunn in the 2000s, and began a bountiful collaboration of producing, recording, and managing them, forming a brotherhood that lasted until his untimely demise. He recognized the incredible talent in these three rappers early on - and other artists that entered the B$F and Griselda fold - and championed them unconditionally as the rest of the world caught up. RIP DJ Shay

Featuring Production by DJ Shay, DJ Premier, SixFiggaDigga, Camoflauge Monk, Rick Hyde, Alchemist, Lrybrdbtz, ILL Tone Beats, Jansport, Fesh Ayr & Wavy Wes

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Black Spooks

The Black Spooks

34,99 €*

2LP | 2002 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 500 copies on 2LP in gatefold sleeve.

Originally set to be released in 1996, the self-titled debut "The Black Spooks" finally gets the official release treatment. The trio consisting of Dirty Birdy, Sly Boogy and DJ KMP represented the Inland Empire region of California, sporting a more progressive Westcoast sound but still keeping it street. The album was planned to be released on Perspective Records, but it never saw the light of day until now. 18 tracks in total straight from DJ KMP's original DAT's.

Available in a limited run on 2LP, CD in jewel case, cassette and digitally on all major platforms.

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Blackalicious

Blazing Arrow

Release: 2002 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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It's Going Down Feat. Lateef & Talib Kweli

Blackalicious

12" | 2002 | US | Original (MCA)

7,99 €*

Release: 2002 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Craft Red / White Vinyl Edition

Blackalicious

2LP | 2005 | EU | Reissue (Anti)

32,99 €*

7" | 2018 | US | Original (Urban Unrest)

Release: 2005 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Their third full-length release, originally released back in 2005. Blackalicious produced a record of such sonic depth and lyrical ambition it proudly stands alongside the work of Bay Area funk fathers Sly Stone and Shuggie Otis, or hip-hop classics like Outkast's Aquemini and The Roots' Things Fall Apart. Lyricist Gab (âÇÿ June 18, 2021) moved beyond the introspection of earlier albums, going deep on "Black Diamonds and Pearls" as a pregnant teen conquers her fears, while on the epic "The Fall and Rise of Elliott Brown", a lost, incarcerated boy trans?forms into a leader of his community. What Gab achieved lyrically, Xcel accomplishes musically, with beats that touch on classic funk sidling cosily alongside the orchestral sweep of Stereolab. "The Craft," Xcel says, "is our passion to bring discipline to this music, the passion to keep growing, keep stretching, keep doing things we haven't before. The Craft is what we live for."

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Blackbird & Seprock

Lifetime / Hustler

12,99 €*

LP | 1995 | EU | Reissue (Hole In One)

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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When I first met Seprock he gave this tape of his beats and raps by Blackbird. Lifetime got a lot of play, and then the whole tape. Since then Sinking City released a double LP of some of Sep’s beats. He’s prolific and visionary, and these tracks feature his guitar playing and production paired with Blackbird’s OG tales of New Orleans streets.

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Blackout

Dreamworld

32,99 €*

Blah Blah Blah Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 1995 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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This time it's really getting huge! Hole in One is back with an underground classic by no other than Blackout. This reissue shows the art of real Memphis rap in full effect. Murder rhymes laid upon the deepest productions by the man himself. A timeless milestone is available again. Better be fast!

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Blahzay Blahzay

2LP | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Tuff Kong)

34,99 €*

7" | 2019 | EU | Original (HHV Boombap 45s)

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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In August 1996, a Brooklyn duo consisting of MC Outloud and DJ P.F. Cuttin, better known to the world as Blahzay Blahzay, released “Blah Blah Blah”, their one and only album, on Fader Records. The album’s 13 tracks proudly waved the flag of the East, featuring hit single “Danger”, as well as other bangers such as “Pain I Feel”, “Good Cop/Bad Cop” and “Danger - Part 2” (featuring Smoothe Da Hustler, Trigger Tha Gambler and Wu-Tang affiliate La the Darkman). The combination of PF Cuttin’s polished beats and Outloud’s aggressive lyrical style made this album a classic for all underground hip-hop heads. Twenty-one years after its original release, Blahzay Blahzay have teamed up with Italian independent record label Tuff Kong Records to bring back their legendary “Blah Blah Blah” LP. This spring, Tuff Kong Records will be releasing the album on 2LP featuring the original artwork, as a limited edition run of 1000 copies.

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Blahzay Blahzay

Danger / Pain I Feel

11,99 €*

LP | 2018 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Release: 2019 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Strongly limited edition of 300 copies of the 14th release in our »HHV Boombap 45's« series.

"When the east is in the house. Oh my god. Danger!" Blahzay Blahzay's underground anthem "Danger" gets a 45 treatment for the very first time, backed with "Pain I Feel" on the B side.

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Blahzay Blahzay

ENYthyng iz Possible

23,99 €*

New Realm Featuring The Dunat Crew

Release: 2018 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Sensation! Blahzay Blahzay are back with a brandnew album.
Their debut single, "Danger", released in 1995, is a classic joint on every Golgen Age/ Real Hip Hop Party, every Best of 90s Rap Mixtape (When the East is in the House, oh my God, Danger!"). The debut album "Blah Blah Blah" had many more bangers to offer. Later PF Cuttin did a lot of mixtapes, but the MC, Outloud took a step back and only had some appeareances here and there. In Germany, Blahzay Blahzay were featured on a successful single by Massive Töne ("Rapgame") in 1999. The German label Smoke On Records - which also brought back legendary MC Nine and released unheard jointy by him - now signed Blahzay Blahzay for their sophomore album. And it continues where the debut left many wanting more. ENYthyng is Possible, that's proven with this great album.

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Blank Fasiz

2LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Back 2 Da Source)

37,99 €*

LP | 2023 | FR | Original (Onigma)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Sup y'all ?! Back2DaSource is back with another Heat ! We are proud to announce you, we got the Blank Fasiz featuring The Dunat crew in the house ! Hailling from Providence, Rhode Island, those Emcees are Spiritual Warriors , please pay attention to their Lyrics ! KWE (Knowledge Wisdom Equality) MAF and the crew wanted to bring you those Positive messages ! Aftamaf (Emcee & Beatmaker) produced all the beats and he has that Magic touch to elevate the Souls thru the musical vibes; can't forget the Dunat crew ill flows and deep contents, know your Self, Knowledge is King, use your 3rd I . This New Realm compilation is a Must Have. Very phat prods. Conscious Boom Bap at its best. Add to that some mad flows filled with conscious contents and you got this 12 tracks projects. You will get all the tracks from the New Realm Records 12"s with the exclusive street mix versions. Limited to 300 copies only. Don't Sleep on this Gem ! One Love.

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Blaq Poet & Furio

Blaq Dawn

34,99 €*

Release: 2023 / FR – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Reggae & Dancehall

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LP | 2024 | US | Original (Man Bites Dog)

Bless Picasso

Rillest In The Room II

Luminous Rubble Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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"The person who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. The person who walks alone is likely to find himself in places no one has ever seen before" - Albert Einstein Walking up the fairway the crowd leans in to catch a glimpse. The tee, the ball, the club, and the endless green stretching out in front. The crowd leans in further phone cameras eagerly clicking away. The golfer steadies himself and brings both hands to the brim of his hat. This shuts out all the spectators from his field of vision leaving only the ball and green to focus on. The noise of the crowd silences. Bless Picasso, the King of Tidewater, delivered a masterpiece with Rillest in the Room Volume One. The noise from fans or critics can tempt one to return to the same palette, use the same brushes once again. Fall victim to hype and predictability like making The Hangover Part II, same story, different country. Rillest in the Room Volume Two is different. Bless elevates not only with growth and maturity but also a vulnerability in his penmanship while remaining true to the production sound originated with Volume One. With fewer features on this album, the listener is able to focus more on skills that Bless so elegantly displays. Brushing off just servicing fans and instead, he challenges not only himself but the audience while always remaining entertaining.

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Blockhead

LP | 2024 | US | Original (Def Pressé Editions)

30,99 €*

Luminous Rubble HHV Exclusive Blue Vinyl Edition

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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London-based label, Def Presse are very pleased to announce their partnership with legendary Library Music label KPM. Def Presse Editions/KPM Crate Diggers are works built around samples from KPM releases. As part of the series - Blockhead presents his new album, Luminous Rubble, where the artist dives deep into KPM’s iconic music and sound design library. Blockhead has released 15 albums over the past 15 years and is regarded as one of the modern masters of instrumental hip-hop. It’s a producer’s dream: Being given access to a vast library of material to construct something completely new and exciting out of all of it and when Blockhead’s at the controls, the results are a listener’s paradise, too. The New York City-based hip-hop production legend’s Luminous Rubble is the latest missive in a particularly busy period for the underground hip-hop veteran, who’s spent the last decades lending his considerable talents to work from artists like Armand Hammer, billy woods, Murs, and Open Mike Eagle; in 2021, he released the critically acclaimed collab LP Garbology with rap legend and longtime collaborator Aesop Rock, just last year he unleashed his twelfth solo album, The Aux. “For me, as a producer who uses samples, there’s nothing better than free rein. That was so exciting for me. Their vault is the one I’m most familiar with,” he says with a laugh. “Back when I used to go record shopping a lot, I would pretty much buy any KPM record on sight. They were always a huge find at record stores. So to be able to tap into these records with no limitations was really nice. Having no boundaries can be overwhelming when it comes to the creative process. Working with these samples forced me to find middle ground in cases where I’d typically just walk away and look elsewhere.” After hearing Luminous Rubble, you’ll be happy he stuck around.

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Blockhead

LP | 2024 | US | Original (Def Presse)

31,49 €* 34,99 € -10%

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Backwoodz Studioz)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 200 copies.

It’s a producer’s dream: Being given access to a vast library of material to construct something completely new and exciting out of all of it—and when Blockhead’s at the controls, the results are a listener’s paradise, too. The New York City-based hip-hop production legend’s latest album, Luminous Rubble, is also the fifth release in the London-based label Def Pressé’s KPM Crate Diggers series, which hands the keys to the KPM Library’s storied collection—home to over 70 years of music and sound designs made for television, film, and radio—to some of the best behind the boards. The results are like witnessing a kid unleashed in a candy shop, as Blockhead unleashes his boundless creative mind on the KPM Library’s limitless potential—pure inspiration and joy, for your listening pleasure.

Luminous Rubble is the latest missive in a particularly busy period for underground hip-hop veteran Tony Simon, who’s spent the last decades lending his considerable talents to work from artists like Armand Hammer, billy woods, Murs, and Open Mike Eagle; in 2021, he released the critically acclaimed collab LP Garbology with rap legend and longtime collaborator Aesop Rock, just last year he unleashed his twelfth solo album, The Aux. Luminous Rubble had its origins in a chance meeting after a Hamburg show between Simon and a KPM rep, who explained the Crate Diggers conceit to him.

“For me, as a producer who uses samples, there’s nothing better than free rein,” Simon recalls. “I was like, ‘Are there any rules?’ And he said, ‘Just make whatever you want.’ That was so exciting for me. I don’t get that on my own releases, but in this case every sample is cleared and it’s all good.”

As is the case with many sample excavators, Simon already had a deep history with what the KPM library had to offer him as well—to the point where, while digging through the crates in the making of Luminous Rubble, he even came across records he’d sampled from in the past. “Their vault is the one I’m most familiar with,” he says with a laugh. “Back when I used to go record shopping a lot, I would pretty much buy any KPM record on sight. They were always a huge find at record stores. So to be able to tap into these records with no limitations was really nice.”

“The challenge for me was trying to boil down what I wanted to do,” Simon continues while discussing the genesis of Luminous Rubble, which came together over the course of 2022. “I thought about making an album of super-long songs, but it would’ve been a whole different undertaking. So I just went with what I knew, because it’s a foolproof approach to me.” Of course, Simon’s track record as Blockhead meant that the familiar path was tried and true—but as Luminous Rubble’s ten tracks prove, it’s foolish to assume that would mean any laurel-resting on his part.

“My music is always very quirky and melody-driven,” Simon states while talking about how he stretched his creative wings in the studio. “I took chances more than usual when it came to samples and how I used them for foundation.” Indeed, Luminous Rubble finds Simon using the KPM library’s vastness to craft new and engagingly twisted beat-driven shapes; “Dork Crystal” radiates a sinister ominousness, with streaks of strings rubbing against stabbing guitar chords, while a delightfully scuzzy horn line dances around a hi-hat shuffle in “Scumlord.” “There’s something dirty about the horn sample,” Simon explains while discussing the track’s title. “It reminds you of oil-slicked streets in an alley. I wanted to embrace that feeling.”

Glittering bells and a woozy gait to “Serious About My Fitness” makes the tune sound as if you’re sweating it out on the Stairmaster (in a good way), while there’s a distinct thousand-karat shine to “Oh You Fancy,” which nearly resembles a glitzed-out haunted house in its gilded spookiness. “It just sounds like royalty,” Simon exclaims, before going into greater detail about how the creative parameters of the Crate Diggers series proved its own inspiration.

“I’ve always appreciated working within limitations,” he says. “Having no boundaries can be overwhelming when it comes to the creative process. Working with these samples forced me to find middle ground in cases where I’d typically just walk away and look elsewhere.” After hearing Luminous Rubble, you’ll be happy he stuck around.

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Blockhead

The Aux

44,99 €*