the madness behind it...
Okay so.. truly. Anyone who listens to this, thank you. The support of genuine uninhibited shenanigans is appreciated. This mixtape is.. eh.. unique to say the least.. and according to some (many?) "dope".
Before explaining anything about this I have to say that before the bandwagonism I was genuinely inspired by Cali super mc, Crooked I, the dude is a beast and he was doing these like weekly freestyles/recordings and what not. I felt his attitude and diligence were/are much needed in these hip-hop climates of minimalist hoorah.
I started impulsive and impetuous and fortunately in the company of my comrade Mercury of the Dugout who enabled me to begin this impromptu catalog. With him and the help of DFW Producer alums Phes and Tavi, I had free reigns to record every week, au naturale and in the moment. Furthermore, studio gods such as M.C. K~Swift, HeneC aka Ohene Cornelius, King Guttah 1st, and Gif accompanied me on an inspired diary-like weekly recap.
Hosted by the hilarious Anwar Pollydor the mixtape also captures some real behind the scenes antics and rabblerousary.
MUCH MUCH LOVE to FludWatches, ScumLife and Radiobelly.com for showing this genuine display love and support!
DOWNLOAD IT FOR FREE on FludWatches Blog or from The Great Radio Belly.
Tracks have recordings/freestyles on original Dugout tracks and music from Marvin Gaye, Rihanna, Mic Geronimo, The Knife, The Menahan Street Band, MIA, Raekwon, David Axelrod, The Beatnuts, The HoneyBees, Bounty Killa and Amerie, setting it apart from traditional mixtapes that often only approach remixes of contemporary (mostly hip-hop) tracks.
Check the short film "Beats, Rhymes, Shits and Giggles" directed by Shaka King that gives a peek into the recording process and Anwar's unforgettable interludes.
