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Dropped Same Day: Big L / Dana Dane / Ol’ Dirty Bastard

Monday, April 8th, 2013

For today’s history lesson, we’ve got the introduction albums from two deceased New York hip hop crew members in yet another D.I.T.C. / Wu-Tang connection and what is still the most recent record from eighties star and Kangol Crew member, Dana Dane.

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Tuesday, March 28th, 1995.

Three LPs: Big L‘s debut, on Columbia, Dana Dane‘s third, via Maverick and Ol’ Dirty Bastard‘s first, off Elektra.

Pick your favorite and / or the best album, doesn’t matter.

Check other posts in the Dropped Same Day series here.

And feel free to state your case, leave corrections or post additional match ups you would like to see in the comments below.

– The Big Sleep

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T.R.O.Y. Guest Blogger w/Meyhem Lauren

Monday, February 25th, 2013

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If you’ve been following T.R.O.Y. for awhile it’s no secret we’ve been day one supporters of Meyhem Lauren, so it was only natural we ask the big homie to help set-off Guest Blogger for ’13 with his Top 10 Grimiest NYC Tracks of All-Time.

Do yourself a favor and get acquainted with one of the realest and truest throwbacks hip-hop has today. Check out his debut double album Self Induced Illness available on Amazon. You can also download his two must-own mixtapes Respect The Fly right here or Mandatory Brunch Meetings here. –Philaflava

10) Onyx - Walk in New York

“NYPD CAN SUCK MY DICK!”

9) ODB – Brooklyn Zoo

Dirty sets the tone of the song from the second that it starts.

8) Shabazz The Disciple – Crime Saga

This record is perhaps the most detailed and descriptive crime story ever. Shabazz has a flow that is unmatched on this record.

7) Cormega Feat. Mike Delorian - Fuck Nas

Even though this track was a diss record specifically about Nas and nature it embodies the general sound of that grimy Queens NYC rap that raised me. “Fuck gold chains and sneakers I had that when cocaine was cheaper”

6) M.O.P. – Cold Word

“Slum ass wanna be hard ass nigga / cornball butter soft lard ass nigga!” Nobody keeps in grimier then Fame and Billy I could have picked 10 M.O.P. songs if I wanted to compose this list but I decided to go with this one. “It’s a cold world so bitch nigga dress warm!”

5) Tragedy Khadafi Feat. Imam Thug – True Confessions

“Clappin Co’s bustin PO’s right in their knee caps” Not only is this track a grimey NYC street life anthem but the skill level and wordplay that Trag and Imam hit you in the head with is flawless. This beat epitomizes the sound of real inner city gorilla rap.

4) 50 Cents – Thicker Then Water
”Move during the jux you know I’m gon’ shoot so you gonna pay me or the hospital duke/ don’t call me to feature I don’t wanna rap with ya I brought my knife in the club I came to scrap with ya!

3) Capone & Noreaga Bloody Money.

Even though Parole violators has the grimiest lyrics on the War Report ” Bloody Money is undisputably a NYC street anthem and should be listened to at a high volume while drinking Hennessy or cleaning a fire arm.

2) Kool G Rap – Take ‘Em To War Feat. MF Grimm & B One

Take em to war “Grimm gimmie the infrared and semi and I’m puttin red dots on niggas foreheads and making muthafuckas Indian you got beef go get yourself a wreath because its murder cause I put holes in my beef like fuckin white castle burgers.”

1) Mobb Deep – Shook Ones Pt. 2

This record was special not only because the production and rhymes were flawless but because it was also a commercial success and caused a whole wave of NYC street anthems to drop soon after.

–@MeyhemLauren

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In Loving Memory of Russell Jones

Friday, November 16th, 2012

It was an eventful week in hip-hop. Between the new releases from Roc Marciano, Action Bronson and Captain Murphy, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that Tuesday November 13 marked the eighth anniversary of ODB’s death or that yesterday would’ve been his 42nd birthday. Likewise, you’ll forgive us for not putting a memorial post together in time for either of these dates.

Apology accepted? Good, now let’s get on with the show.

In Loving Memory of Russell Jones is a double CD compilation arranged and sequenced by Dreddy Kruger. Released on Sandbox Automatic (and maybe a few other sites), it came packed with a t-shirt bearing the same artwork as the cover above. Comprised of everything from hit singles and Wu-Tang cuts to random guess spots, radio freestyles and of course classic skits, this out-of-print 45-track release is not to be missed. Disc 1 / Disc 2

When you’re done with that, be sure to check out G. Brown Presents Legend of the Drunken Master, a best-of mixtape that was also included in the deal mentioned above. Apart from the standard ODB fare, it features several DJ remixes (some banging acappella-instrumental blends) and two unreleased songs: “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” featuring Macy Grae, and an original version of the classic Wu-Tang Forever joint “Reunited,” on which ODB spits an entirely different verse than the one that made the album cut.

As the God said unto his hos, “YOU THINK WE DON’T LOVE YOU MOTHERFUCKERS?!”

-Samuel Diamond

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Wu-Tang Forever?

Wednesday, March 14th, 2012

Who ever thought we’d see the day our beloved Wu Tang members would desperately cling for relevancy? There is no denying the Wu is one of the greatest, most influential and successful groups of all-time. Growing up there was point when every Wu release was met with tremendous excitement and copped with ease. Even the Wu affiliates were copped, every one from Shyheim to GP Wu to Killarmy all the way to Royal Fam.

They’ve been responsible for a plethora of classics, both solo and collective efforts. But if we’re all being honest here, we know the last release that was truly worthy of its praise was the ’09 Only Built 4 Cuban Linx Pt. II. Way before that and certainly well after, there hasn’t been much and when I say before that, I meant for a long period of time. Once the dust settled and the hype dissolved, we later realized albums such as 8 Diagrams or the 11 year old Iron Flag were simply not up to par. They were not how we wanted to remember the Wu. (more…)

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T.R.O.Y.’s Unofficial Wu-Weekly (Week 26)

Monday, January 30th, 2012

At the rate I’m going, it’s more like Wu-Whenever.

This promo interview cd had eluded me during my massive collecting days. But last year I spotted it online in .flac format, now converted it to 320 for you to enjoy. And it’s not really the Wu-Tang Clan, but all RZA and just Ol’ Dirty Bastard on the last track.

Wu-Tang Clan-Exclusive Interview CD (Promo) (1997)

Part 1 The RZA aka Prince Rakeem
01 How Did The Wu-Tang Clan First Get Together?
02 Is There A Philosophy Behind The Band’s Name?
03 How Did You Come Up With The TItle Of The First Album “Enter The 36 Chambers…”?
04 What Role Does Each Member Play In The Wu-Tang Clan?
05 Who Are The Extended Members Of The Clan?
06 What Is The Title Of The New Album And The Philosophy Behind It?
07 Can You Explain The Concept Behind Your Upcoming Album?
08 Besides You, The RZA, Who Is Involved Production Wise?
09 What Inspires And Motivates You As A Producer And As A Lyricist?
10 How Do You Create Your Music / Lyrics For Wu-Tang?
11 In How Far Are You Involved In The Packaging Of Your New Album?
12 What Does The Logo Mean To You?
13 What’s Your Creative Input In Wu-Wear, Your Clothing Line?
14 How Would You Describe Wu-Tang’s Vision For The Future?
15 Can We Expect Another Album From Wu-Tang As An Entity?
16 Tell Us About The Next Upcoming Wu-Tang Projects / Solo Albums
17 Have You Thought About Making Movies In The Future?
18 How Does The Wu-Tang Clan Stand Out From Other Groups And What Is The Key To Your Success?

Part 2 Ol’ Dirty Bastard aka Ossirus
19 WU Stage Shows / Entertainment / The Dirty Way Of Life

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dirt_dog

Tags:1997, dirt_dog, interview, ol' dirty bastard, promo, rza, wu-tang clan, Wu-Wednesday, wu-weekly, wu-whenever
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Chris Macro “Macro Dubplates Volume 3: Brooklyn VS Kingston”

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

I had mentioned Chris Macro’s “Macro Dubplates” in Wu-Weekly Post #21. Now he’s cooked up a brand new volume. It’s perfect for that end-of-summer, final bbq, labor day weekend listening experience.

Macro Dubplates Volume 3 – Brooklyn VS Kingston is available for download. 9 tracks of the highest grade Reggae-Hip Hop mashup available for free.

Featuring; Jay-Z, Notorious Big, Old Dirty Bastard, Bob Marley, King Tubby, Beenie Man, Lee Perry, Buckshot, Lil Wayne, Eek A Mouse, The Congos, M.O.P., Busta Rhymes, Dawn Penn, Blackmoon, Remy Martin, Mos Def, MC Lyte, Masta Ace, Special Ed, Wayne Smith, U-Roy, Prince Jammy and the Beastie Boys.

This is Rocksteady-Rap at it’s finest.
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And in case you missed out on volumes one or two, go get them now.

enjoy,
–dirt_dog

Tags:2011, beastie boys, black moon, bob marley, buckshot, dirt_dog, download, hip-hop, jay-z, m.o.p., mash-up, masta ace, mc lyte, mos def, ol' dirty bastard, reggae, Special Ed, the notorious b.i.g.
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T.R.O.Y.’s Unofficial Wu-Wednesday (Week 20)

Thursday, May 19th, 2011

Editor’s Note: More like Wu-Weekly at this point, but never Wu-Weakly, ya heard?

Much less than a mixtape, more like a roughly assembled compilation (thanks Dreddy). But back in 2005 Wu-Tang and Alife hooked up for some extremely limited shirts and hats and even a magazine cover. These were later followed by some more tee’s and sneakers. Some decent tracks, but I really enjoy the Don King phone call (#30). For some reason they released two versions of “A Wu-Tang Life NYC.” Both have a lot of similar tracks, but are not identical.

Alife & Think Differently Music Group-Presents… A Wu-Tang Life NYC (Version 2) (2005)
01 Raekwon The Chef-State Of Grace
02 Method Man-Take The Heat
03 Think Differently-ODB Dead (Skit)
04 Ol Dirty Bastard feat. RZA-Skrilla
05 Lord Superb-Short Darts
06 Raekwon The Chef-Treasurers
07 RZA-Outlines
08 Raekwon The Chef and Supernatural-Black Opera
09 Ghostface-Be Easy
10 Inspectah Deck-Make A Move
11 Trife Da God-Hustle Hard
12 RZA and GZA-Wu-Tang Financial (Interlude) (Live On The Dave Chappelle Show)
13 DJ Muggs vs. GZA feat. Masta Killa and Prodigal Sunn-Hip Hop
14 La Tha Darkman feat. Method Man-United
15 Think Differently-Is This Good (Skit)
16 Ghostface and Raekwon The Chef-The Kilos
17 Ghostface-Struggle
18 DJ Muggs vs. GZA feat. Raekwon The Chef-Pop, Pop, Pop
19 RZA and MF Doom-Biochemical Equation
20 DJ Muggs vs. GZA feat. Ras Kass and Raekwon The Chef-Destruction Of A Guard (Remix)
21 Inspectah Deck-Live From The Wu Mansion Accapella Freestyle
22 Think Differently-NY1 News (Skit)
23 DJ Muggs vs. GZA feat. RZA-All In Together Now
24 Killah Priest feat. Nas-The Saints
25 Raekwon The Chef-Kids Thats Rich
26 Dreddy Kruger-Live In Boise, Idaho Accapella Freestyle
27 Raekwon The Chef-Baggage Handlers
28 Bronze Nazareth-Ill Never Be
29 Raekwon The Chef-Apple Jax
30 Think Differently-Don King Speaks To U-God (Skit)
31 Ol Dirty Bastard feat. Macy Gray, Method Man & Raekwon The Chef-Intoxicated

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–dirt_dog

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Prince Rakeem & Ason Unique Live @ Talent Show

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Don’t know exact year of this video, but obviously it’s something between ’90-’91, i guess.

Anyway that was one funny as hell performance. Funny lines everywhere.

Later that verse, in little bit modified version, appeared on ODB’s first album, on “Don’t U Know” track, 3rd verse.

Enjoy!

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T.R.O.Y.’s Unofficial Wu-Wednesday (Week 12)

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

Here’s a nice DJ PMD tribute mix that I got off satellite radio a few days after Ol’ Dirty’s passing. I know this type of thing is always more appropriate for mid-November listening, but who doesn’t need a little more Dirty in their life? Also included in the d/l is a scan of Russell Jones’ obituary as it appeared in The Boston Globe (thanks Mom).

DJ PMD-Ol’ Dirty Bastard Tribute Mix (2004)

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enjoy,
–dirt_dog

Tags:2004, dirt_dog, mix, ol' dirty bastard, radio rip, wu-tang clan, Wu-Wednesday
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T.R.O.Y.’s Unofficial Wu-Wednesday (Week 9)

Wednesday, January 26th, 2011

This week is a double dose of Davina. She was Loud Records R&B crooner, only dropped the one album in 1998 (plus several singles starting in 1984) and plays all instruments on the album. Not sure how she landed the Wu spots (and Xzibit), I’ll chalk it up to being label mates.

Davina-So Good (CD Single) (1997)
01 So Good (Radio Version)
02 So Good feat. Raekwon
03 So Good feat. Xzibit
04 So Good (Instrumental)
05 So Good (A Cappella)
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