Everyone should know "Flat Beat" even if they don't know it by name. The super infectious beat (just try not to nod your head to it) was originally released in 1998 and is probably the most universally recognized tune by Mr. Oizo (eventually leading to a gazillion remixes and that hilarious sock puppet video). Fast forward over 10 years and the track still holds its appeal to the dancefloor enough that Dirty Funker has decided to re-press the OG(1,2) along with a couple up to date remixes. The Global Warming version(3) chooses to swap out the fat funky bassline in favor of some dark sub bass and twinkly percussion while the Pablo Decoder remix(4) does a similar kind of thing (but a bit too intense for me). Comes in a fancy Banksy sleeve which makes this 12" uber-collectable. reviewed by snackmaster
Banksy cover! Now that that is out of the way, let's check on the music within even though probably most collector dudes just pick these up for the cover. On one side, you have Hot Chile's rework of George Kranz's classic track entitled "Sin Da Da(1)." This'll probably go over well at any club from Miami to Amsterdam. Just dumb electro-house fun. Flipside features Anarchist's "Anarchy 2008(2)," a remix of the Sex Pistols classic. reviewed by Van Hammersly
the reclusive masked MC meets the mysterious, reclusive musician
Originally released as a promo only CD given away with the second Clutchy album, MF Doom Meets Clutchy Hopkins... is now available on limited edition vinyl! This EP features 6 Doom acapellas thrown over smokey Clutchy downtempo instrumentals. Check the vibe on "Air(1)," "Change The Beat(2)," "My Favorite Ladies(3)," "Impending Doom(4)," "Vomitspit(5)," and "Melody(6)." It's pretty much a match made in beat-head heaven and as with all the Clutchy Hopkins stuff, the instruments are all played live by the Mislead Children and Clutchy himself. Looks like a limited type deal so don't expect these to hang around very long. reviewed by snackmaster
old school disco rap, dance, and punk funk rarities mixed and freaked
Crazy fresh mixtape project from Edan for fans of old school disco rap/dance and analog effects wizardry. Edan was given access to the back catalog of classic old school labels like P&P, Chocolate Star, Magic, etc. and was asked to make something new out of it - basically whatever he wanted! The result is Echo Party, a funky dubbed-out trip through old school rarities, freaked and funked with plenty of moog, tape echo, turntables, guitar, and even kazoos. Basically Edan kills it in a major way. He even goes so far as to obsessively jot down every single detail of the mix (i.e. moog note echoed out at 0:49, sample chopped at 1:33, etc.) madman style so you can recreate the mix (yeah right buddy!). These liner notes are included in the fancy 12 page book the CD comes packaged in with original art by Edan himself. What a talented MF'er (but you already knew that)! Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
You may have a lifetime supply of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, beer in the fridge, a perfect glass binger, a PS3, but I bet you don't have this. In my opinion, this is Burton's most glorious invention. A perfect carry pouch for every icognito smoker. It's got slots and pouches for all on-the-go needs: snap-close compartment, a metal poker, and two custom slots. Exciting isn't it? reviewed by C'mish
Featurecast One Step (Aretha Franklin, Amy Winehouse) 7"
recommended white label remixes
Featurecast gets us amped for summer with this awesome beats remix(1) of Aretha Franklin's "One Step," popularized by its use in Mos Def's "Ms. Fat Booty." B-side features a reggae dub mix(2) of Amy Winehouse's "Love Is A Losing Game." White label, small-hole 7" pressing. Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Jay-Z Empire State Of Mind (feat. Alicia Keys) 12"
ny hip-hop anthem
I really want to hate this song, but I can't. NY radio stations have been playing it once an hour since July (even the white ones!). Even worse, Yankee fans (even the racist ones!) adopted it as their 09 anthem. I want to hate, but there's definitely a whole lot of truth in between those lines. It gets you excited about living in the Manhattan again, even though it's gentrification central where people slip you Ambiens instead of something like a roofie. My favorite line is about Dwayne Wade, who finally gets his proper dues in a hip-hop anthem. Flash! The bit about the Yankee cap? Mmmmaybe... Includes album and clean versions. reviewed by the mgmnt
Michael Jackson Billie Jean (Dirty Funker Remix) 12"
house edit of Billie Jean
Now that the King has passed, a lot of MJ tracks are coming out of the woodwork. While some of it can be attributed to erie timing, the audio clip at the beginning of this record, in which Michael announces that this is the final curtain, makes me think that maybe Dirty Funker just knows how to put out a vinyl record real fast. On the A side you have their remix of "Billie Jean(1)," which is really more of an edit, adding pumped up drums and lots of loops to really whip a crowd into a frenzy. On the B side you'll find what's labeled as dub(2), but it's more of a big house track that contains little sprinkles of MJ vocals on top. This one's pressed up on yellow vinyl, both sides play at 45. reviewed by Hires
Stones Throw subsidiary Now Again has teamed up with Now Again to bring you this special expanded version of The Natural Yogurt Band's debut album Away With Melancholy. If you picked up their sole
45 single or the Jazzman version of this LP consider yourself lucky as they are now out-of-print and hard to come by. Thankfully Now Again has come to the rescue to press up more copies of this incredible album. This is as close as you're going to get to authentic psych library vibes for something made in this century. In fact, if I didn't know any better I'd call it as some vintage shit, but all the tracks contained were made well after 2000! Dope drum breaks lace the entire album along with sweet spaced-out synths, fuzzy organs, vibes, keys, flutes and then some. Check out how ill these cats are comin' on tracks like "Space Echo(1)" which is unique to this release. Also never before released are "Weak Without Wine (2)" and "Invisible Ink(3)." SO good. But there's much more to soak in on this album like the sinister funk of "Chapter One(4)," the harmonizing on "Chit Chat(5)," jazzy south of the border vibes on "Latin Illusion(6)," dreamy moods on "Voodoo(7)" and the hardest dub break on "Soft Cheese(8)." Fans of Finders Keepers, GLK, Malcolm Catto, raw psych funk, drum breaks, etc. need to check this. Limited pressing of 1000 in gatefold, tip-on foil sleeve. Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
Colored replacement Serato record for use with the Scratch Live program only. Add some color to your setup. Cool, translucent purple. reviewed by the mgmnt
Bangers R Mashed Plate 8 (Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley) 12"
reggae mashups of Bob and Stevie
UK's Bangers R Mashed label is back with round 8 of their mash-up series. This time around the Nuff Wish crew is at it with a pair of reggae-fied versions of well-known Bob and Stevie classics. First up is a righteous blend of Stevie's "Superstition" over a heavy King Tubby dub that works perfectly as "Super Tubby(1)". On the flip, the acapella for Bob's "Lively Up Yourself" gets spliced and welded to a reggae breakbeat by UK's Keith Lawrence for some funky head nod action on "Make Bob Bubble(2)." reviewed by the mgmnt
The BSTRD Boots series is back again with another fiery 7" for your decks, this time from Dub Traffik Control. Keeping in line with the recent cumbia remix trends (in the same vein as Bersa Discos and Whiskey Barons), the dudes offer up "King of the Bongo(1)" a bass heavy, dubbed out version of Manu Chao's big track that's sure too get things hot and heated. Afrosound's "La Danza De Los Mirlos(2)" gets a similar reworking on the flip with those irresistable latin guitars, big drums and even bigger bass promising a huge response from the crowd when dropped in your set. Tasty stuff. reviewed by snackmaster
White, grey, boot, whatever... this release on MPT is super intriguing. A-side features a remix(1) of Moodymann's "Misled", while the flip features a remix(2) of Omar-S' "Day." Pressed on clear wax, this won't be around much longer. reviewed by the mgmnt
Peanut Butter Wolf 45 Live: Classic Rap 45s 10x7" Box Set
old school hip hop classics re-edited by PBW on 7"
Dope unmixed companion to PB Wolf's recent 45 Live Mix. This special edition boxset contains 19 stone cold hip hop classics spread out on 10 x 45's, re-edited (mostly to fit on 7") by PB Wolf on 7" for the first time! A look at the tracklist will reveal that this thing is no joke, with influential tracks from many hip hop legends and icons including Marley Marl, T-La Rock, Biz Markie, Mantronix, BDP, Jungle Brothers, Big Daddy Kane, Spoonie G, The Fearless Four and more. How dope is it to have "It's Yours(1)" on 45?! Or how about "Cold Gettin' Dumb(2)," "Make The Music With Your Mouth, Biz(3)," "Rockin It(4)," "Strong Island(5)," or "It's My Turn(6)"? Also includes early NY rap rarites like Super Coper's funky "This Is The Way You Do The Break Dance(7)" and Universal Two's "Dancin' Heart." Cop this and rock it 45 King style. Packaged in a fancy metal tin (that looks like it could house your cookies) with authentic label reproductions. Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
Colored replacement Serato record for use with the Scratch Live program only. Add some color to your setup. Cool, see-through blue. reviewed by the mgmnt
V/A Soul Clap Pop Edits (Fleetwood Mac, Chris Isaak) 12"
recommended edits of pop hits
Wonderful re-edit(1) of Fleetwood Mac's "Dreams." Roc and Eli's Fleetwood re-edits on Money Lotion really exposed all the Stevie Nicks in Lab world. Thanks to them, I understand the appeal now, and this re-edit just drives it home even further. In fact this one might be the best Fleetwood edit I've heard (check the epic storm breakdown). For good measure, the b-side features an equally excellent 4/4 edit of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game(2)," yes... "Wicked Game." Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
excellent disco, soul and house mix from cult NY label
Golf Channel is killing it right now. You already know about their top notch 12" releases, but this mix cd is up there as one of the better disco/dance mixes I've heard in awhile (and I hear a lot of them). NY DJ/musician Justin Vandervolgen is behind the decks here (and the edits) and totally makes you feel like you're at the best underground party the NY scene has to offer. The mix kicks things off with some mind melting disco funk, then seamlessly flows into deep disco soul grooves, killer house grooves, raw italo, proto-house, and back again to the disco for just under an hour of mix heat. There's a tracklist, but no original artists are mentioned since as the title suggests, these are not your average, easy to find grooves (try to find 'em!). Only the choicest cuts make the mix here, and you'll love every second of it. Big Recommendation. reviewed by snackmaster
Jimi Tenor & Tony Allen Inspiration Information Vol.4 2LP
modern afrobeat
Strut's Inspiration Information series moves on from the critically acclaimed Mulatu Astatke / The Heliocentrics collaboration with the fourth album in the series, a mouth-watering head to head between Finnish maverick Jimi Tenor and Afrobeat drumming legend, Tony Allen. Jimi Tenor remains a fascinating enigma in modern day music. Consistently one of the best and most unpredictable live artists around, his work since his breakthrough album "Intervision" (Warp, 1997) has involved open-minded projects ranging from live film soundtracks and orchestral pieces to a series of Afro-based albums with his band Kabu Kabu. Tony Allen continues to attract new fans as one of the greatest drummers alive today. Celebrated as the creator of the Afrobeat rhythm and a lynchpin of Fela Kuti's Africa 70 band, his recent work has included The Good, The Bad & The Queen collaboration with Damon Albarn and his first album for World Circuit Records released earlier this year, "Secret Agent." Recorded at Lovelite Studios in Berlin during November 2008 with further sessions this year in Finland and Paris, the Tenor / Allen collaboration whips up a raw, heavy analogue sound mixing the full range of Allen's Afrobeat repertoire with Tenor's off-kilter brew of dark humour, tongue-in-cheek lyrics and tight, firing musicianship. The sessions involved key members of Tenor's Kabu Kabu band and Berlin-based guest MC Allonymous with tracks evolving from jamming ideas together over five intense days of recording, fuelled by plenty of African food and whisky. Tenor's trademark range of home-made instruments rub shoulders with vintage keyboards and traditional African percussion. The resulting set is one of the best recordings that both artists have produced in recent years. Tracks range from Jimi's S&M tableau, "Darker Side of Night(1)" to apocalyptic commentary on our times, "Path To Wisdom(2)" and the hilarious lampooning of the UK immigration system, "Mama England(3)", composed on the Tenor tour bus. The album also features fusions based around traditional Afrobeat structures ("Sinuhe(4)", "Got My Egusi(5)") and ends with the extended freestyle builder, "Three Continents(6)", a life affirming, mesmeric groove built around another belting Allenko rhythm base. Topical, biting, funny and always funky, experimental but never straying from "the one", this is another high quality addition to the Inspiration Information series, a "no rules" set that brings the best out of both artists. 9 tracks spread across 2 LPs, recommended. reviewed by label review
Michael Jackson I Love MJ Edits (P.Y.T., Get On The Floor, Forever Came Today) 12"
top notch MJ edits, pick
I know there's been a flood of MJ edits and remixes lately, but seriously these ones are really worth checking out. London's Kay Sputnik goes the tasteful route with his MJ edits, keeping the originals intact and using simple but effective cuts and dub outs to extend the grooves in all the right places for better mix-ability and dancefloor impact. Check the extended pleasure on his edit of "PYT(1)," "Dance WIth Me(2)," and two sublime versions of "Forever(3,4)." Quality stuff thats been getting tons of play from DJs like Theo, etc. Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
Has BBE ever put out a weak comp? For his second go-around UK DJ/Collector (of Scratch Perverts fame) exposes 18 more unusual funk-dified moments and unexpected breaks. We're talking wizard level digger's selection here (I recognize 2 names out of the 18 tracks. Features 18 tracks spread out across 2LPs, packaged in a snazzy looking gatefold pic sleeve. Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
After years in the making, Wale's debut LP has finally arrived via Interscope and Mark Ronson's Allido label. Wale cut his teeth with verbally acrobatic mixtapes, but his LP features a much larger variety in terms of content (though his signature "I'm [X], You're [Y]" puns still show up often). Contributing to that variety is a roster of producers made up of familiar names (Cool & Dre, Ronson, The Neptunes) as well as names you don't usually see listed in the credits of hip-hop albums (TV on the Radio's Dave Sitek, DC production duo Best Kept Secret). Among the sounds on the album are club cuts ("Chillin'(1)," "Let It Loose(2)"), energetic Go-Go tracks ("Pretty Girls(3)," which features man of the moment Gucci Mane and "TV In The Radio(4)") and melodic R&B duets ("Shades(5)" and "World Tour(6)"). This easily could have been an LP filled with mixtape cuts, but Wale went above and beyond in terms of bringing out interesting and diverse sounds, and the result is one of the year's most solid hip hop LPs. Recommended. reviewed by Hires
300 of the most essential and rarest drum breaks of all time remastered from the original records and ready for sampling and chopping. An impressive selection of timeless breaks including multiple versions of "Get Out My Life Woman," and "Sing A Simple Song," staples like "It's A New Day" and "Ashley's Roachclip" and over 290 more rare and classic breaks. All The Breaks has done the hard part for you and trimmed these songs down to just the essential parts where you can chop and sample the kicks, snares, high hats, cymbals, and fills with ease. Whether you are making hip-hop or r&b or grime, All The Breaks is an excellent resource for finding the right drums for your tracks. Like Egon said: "Damn, they've just made it TOO EASY." Highly recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
One-sided vinyl featuring an uncredited dubstep remix(1) of the Aphex Twin classic. "Windowlicker" is one of those tracks that never really goes away (not that we want it too) and it was only a matter of time before a dubstep rerub showed up. Obviously this will get huge result as the instantly recognizable original gets beefed up drums and waves of big bass wobbles so the crowd can lose their shit. Don't know how long these will be around so act fast. reviewed by snackmaster
When I was in high school, I thought I was some sort of stoned philosopher. Talking about reptilian minds and shit, I used this album as my portal to higher state of consciousness and advanced stonerism. I worshipped the fuck out of this record, so much so that I camped out by the Twin's tour bus, because my friend Stang made me miss his first appearance in DC. Anyway, usually whenever I travel back to that phase, most things make me want to vomit. Floor scrubbing jeans, check. Phillies blunts shirts, check. H-cut ecstasy, check. Rocking clothes with 8 Balls on em, check. Dirty rave boderline-hippy chicks, check. BUT, the thing about this album is that I still worship it. From day one, I declared this one of the records I would take onto that mystical desert island, and I still would (along with the Queen is Dead and Loveless, so tacky). In my mind it's the best electronic album ever. The first track "Xtal(1)" is as close to heaven you'll get through a walkman. "Ptolemy(2)" is breakbeat driven lush. "We Are the Music Makers(3)" is my dubby buddy. Some tracks are outright strange, and will rewire parts of your brain. Double vinyl pressing, highly recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Beatsy follows up his excellent Marvin / Fela edit 7" with this ode to unsung soul hero Donny Hathaway. A-side features a classy rework of "I Believe(1)" with minimal remixing, just some perfectly timed loops and edits. B-side crosses the tracks with breaked out remix of the live version of "Everything is Everything(2)." Handstamped white label pressing makes it complete. Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
With just four releases (this is #4), Golf Channel Recordings has established itself as one of those cult NY labels that all the record nerds and disco snobs obsess over, and with good reason. Their releases dig deeper than most and seem to always elevate the bar for cosmic/balearic/disco edits. Two more unusual suspects go under for re-edit surgery this time around, the first being Elias Rahbani's stupid rare '78 disco burner "Liza...Liza" extended and fixed here as "Liza (Sexican Version In C.5#)(1)." On the flip it's Dr. Hook's psychedelic rock sleaze fest "Penicillin Penny" that gets reworked as simply "Penny(2)." As with all the GC releases, don't expect this to sit on the shelf for very long. reviewed by snackmaster
This is a true story: Back at Lab II, we had a undersized pit of an office. Uno day, we had a water leak in our ceiling. The crud-filled water soaked our vinyl gems. The water dried and left a thick film of grime that stuck to the vinyl like shepard's pie. We sprayed a little somethin' somethin' of Groovy Cleaner, and no joke this shit made the records sound better than before. Even some noticeable cracks had disappeared. Electric Ladyland never sounded so sweet. Now we swear to this stuff. This bottle paid for itself when it miracle cleaned a bunch of 45s we picked up at the flea market. This bottle will last you a while and it comes with a free lint-free, static-free cloth. reviewed by the mgmnt
Seems like DFA head honcho James Murphy has been hibernating for many a fortnight, but it now he's back in action with this dubby disco cover of Alan Vega's (of Suicide fame) 1980 track "Bye Bye Bayou(1)." Murphy puts two scoops of delay on his vocals while a driving bassline and chugging live drums move along beneath him. On the flip you'll find the acapella version, for all you blenders and remixers out there. Is this a sign that there's another LP on the horizon? No clue, but our fingers are crossed over here. Recommended. reviewed by Hires
SuperHeadz Black Slim Devil (Wide Angle Lens) Camera
remake of the cult classic Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim camera
The Black Slim Devil Camera is a remake of the cult classic Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim camera. This out of production camera was known for its portability, low price, wide angle lens, and unique photo results. The Black Slim Devil camera is made at the same factory as the original and features the same wide angle 22m lens with the characteristic color saturation, vignetting and contrasty results (surprisingly vivid colors). These photos have character! And for less than $30, the Black Slim Devil Camera is the perfect choice for your pocket camera needs; it's super-light, rugged, simple and features a rubber grip. Recommended.
- shoots standard 35mm film
- shoot dynamic, wide pictures with 22m wide angle lens
- surprisingly vivid colors
- vignetting effect
- plastic, light, portable reviewed by the mgmnt
Now on silver colored vinyl! Limited press 7" EP with England's most talented trainwreck covering some two-tone favorites. The slow skank of Sam Cooke's "Cupid(1)" suits her voice best, but I'm feeling the accompaniment on "Hey Little Rich Girl(2)" too. Two more Specials covers - the uptempo "You're Wondering Now(3)" and a skippable version "Monkey Man(4)" - round things out. Plays at 33. reviewed by Chris Lemon-Red
These are actual antique wooden record frames. The wood has aged beautifully giving the frame a rich golden brown color. There is no glass on these frames, which in my opinion, is a superior way to display your favorite records. In addition, the frame features a slot opening on top, which allows you to switch out your records effortlessly. These are also super-easy to hang, just use a push-pin on the wall and the frame will naturally hang on it without any additional hardware. Simple, good-looking, affordable (cheaper than the metal ones), what more could you want? Recommended. reviewed by mgmnt
Huge dubstep hit from scene veteran Breakage and emcee Roots Manuva. "Run Em Out(1)" mixes new school dancehall and dubstep styles brilliantly, but Manuva's vocals really gold cap it. This guy would be unstoppable if he had consistent production. B-side proves that the A-side was no fluke with the rugged, bassed out "Higher(2)" that pulls at your soul strings. Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Texas' Brownout is an 8 piece funk band with previous releases on the UK's Freestyle Records. "C130(1)" shows some real finesse and maturity (so many modern funk bands can't get out of burner mode). This gorgeousness features an polished, airy 1976 sound with the rawness of early 70s funk meshed with larger arrangements and fusion aesthetics of the late 70s. Check those breaks too. On the b-side. "Nawlins(2)" is a sax-led disco funk stomper. A-side gets this: recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
The fourth volume of the Nuggets 7" series spotlights Lee Perry (previous volumes spotlighted Nina and Stevie). E's E, one half of Greenwood Rhythm Coalition and the Midnight Lab Band, takes Lee Perry samples and places them in a environment of hip-hop beats and aggressive dub effects. It sounds like the lost Super Ape track that never was. A true no-brainer, recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Great to have this back in print. Knitting Factory has reissued this double disc compilation of Fela's most crucial classics. Originally released in 1999, the tracklisting includes a number of edit versions as well as the DJ friendly part 2 versions. Packaged in a spiffy fold-out digi-pack, this set features 13 tracks. Highly recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Jahtari continues their dedication to 80s computer reggae (presets fire!) with the Maffi-produced "Rude Boy(1)" featuring original 80s vocalist Hopeton Lindon (responsible for the digital classic "Territory"). B-side gets the Disrupt(2) in dub treatment. reviewed by the mgmnt
Jahtari introduces us to another undiscovered digi-dub talent. Jahmiga introduces himself with this bassed out version of The Doors "Alabama Song(1)" aka "Whisky Bar." B-side features an instrumental version(2) that stands strongly on its own. Limited one time pressing, recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
Big remix album, getting tons of love from blogs, mainstream press and even Hova himself! Jaydiohead is a remix concept album (a la The Grey Album) that take Jay-Z tracks from several of his albums and pairs the acapellas with instrumental loops and samples from across the breadth of the Radiohead catalog. The man behind the project is NYC DJ Max Tannone, and the fruits of his labor are way better than my description might make them sound. Check out "Wrong Prayer(1)," "99 Anthems(2)," and "No Karma(3)" for starters. Also impressive is the way that Tannone wrangled "15 Step" to create "Fall In Step(4)," or the way that "Dirt Off Your Shoulder" blends so well with "Paranoid Android(5)." Proof that the mashup craze may have a bit of life left in it yet. 10 tracks total, packaged in a pic sleeve that'll make you doubletake. reviewed by Hires
Dilla's best productions and remix collected over 3 CDs
Sweet triple CD boxset from Rapster compiling the best Dilla productions and remixes from his highly influential catalog. The Dillanthology boxset features all 3 previously released Dillanthology discs in one definitive package. You get volume one which focuses on his best known production for other artists like the Pharcyde, Common, Slum Village, De La, Erykah Badu, The Roots, etc., volume 2 that focuses on his remix work for the likes of Busta Rhymes, Artifacts, Spacek, Fourtet, Masta Ace, DJ Cam, etc., and volume 3 that collects some of his best solo productions from his last few albums Donuts, The Shining, Ruff Draft, and Welcome To Detroit. With 39 tracks total, this is a must for anyone just starting to delve into the genius of Dilla's work and veteran Dilla completists alike. Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
Bulgarian Kink has quietly been dropping some incredible records; he's definitely on the road to becoming a cult producer. "Psyche Funk(1)" shows off his talent with a truly original sound, pairing undulating synths with crisp Chicago house drum kit. Check all the permutations that he gets out of the two parts, so sick. B-side shows the inspiration he draws from the Detroit masters with the Moody-esque "Tropic(2)" and "Trevoga(3)." Makes you just want to hear more of his stuff, recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
These are those thick plastic dividers that record stores use to categorize records. Now you can categorize your bizness and if you are organized smurf, you can write notes on the tabs. 9 buys you 10 of these. reviewed by the mgmnt
MGMT plus Soulwax might shut down your next hipster party. Whoever's managing the MGMT singles is killing it. First, Justice, now the Soulwaxers. These guys are tops when it comes to these rock to dance conversions as witnessed here(1). Flip features the original(2). These import singles are super-limited, one shot only deals. Hooray for typographic cover too. reviewed by the mgmnt
The One Man Army Ason has become one of the most misunderstood and maligned artists of our time. All you got to do is give the man a chance cuz he's one of the most human mc's out there. Some people just don't understand the beauty of two straight minutes of making that croaking noise with your throat. Live and uncut when you feel the earth tremble beneath your balls. For real though, this album is a slept on classic like a second round draft pick steal. RZAs production is untouchable on here matching the Dirty style perfectly with the two singles "Brooklyn Zoo(1)" and "Shimmy Shimmy(2)," plus "Hippa to the Hoppa(3)," "Baby C'mon(4)," "The Stomp(5)" and of course everybody's favorite: "Rawhide(6)" with Meth and Raekwon. ODB is for the Children.
Colored replacement Serato record for use with the Scratch Live program only. Add some color to your setup. Bright, see-through red. reviewed by the mgmnt
Fiery digital cumbia from Bersa Discos and Sol Selecta Sabo
The latest installment in the Bersa Discos' cumbia takeover is finally here and this time around it features the Lab’s own Sol Selecta and NY native Sabo. A departure from his Latin flavored house, Sabo digs deep into cumbia. Lado A features collaborations with Cassady, including "Kuff Kumbia(1)" which finds them pairing Shelly Thunder's dancehall vocal with a new school cumbia beat. The release is packed with remixes and re-edits of cumbia and Colombian folk songs, from "La Curura(2)" which uses the sample from Timbaland and Magoo's "Indian Flute" to "Esa Loca Cumbia(3)" where the accordion from Samim's "Heater" (2007’s big cumbia sampling tune) gets the digital cumbia treatment. "Soundboy Cumbia(4)" puts a new dancehall spin on El Hijo de la Cumbia's version of "Bombon Asesino" from the sold out Bersa Discos #1. Somehow the Bersa dudes keep it coming and they murk it once again! 6 tracks in all. reviewed by Michu Meszaros
exclusive SA-RA tracks with serato tone on electric indigo vinyl
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SA-RA Creative Partners and Ubiquity team up with Serato Pressings to bring you another limited edition 12" with exclusive tracks and a functional Serato tone on the flip. The dudes from SA-RA freak "Love Czars" of their recent Nuclear Love album into a completely new track (not a remix mind you) entitled "Love Czars II" with MC/ producer Jay Electronica and Ta'Raach on the mic. Instrumental included as well as the previously unreleased "Powder Bump." On the flip you get a full Serato tone pressed up on exclusive electric indigo vinyl. Act fast 'cause these will go quick. Recommended. reviewed by snackmaster
Hot new Madvillain shirts from Stones Throw, featuring artwork from the 2004 single's video, which was done by James Reitano. Printed on quality standard fit, pre-shrunk cotton shirts. reviewed by Hires
Already a cult hit in Japan, the pocket-sized Digital Harinezumi emulates both a Super 8mm video recorder and old school 110 film camera! In movie mode, the Harinezumi takes up to two hours of lo-fi, muted goodness (see the sample video below). As a camera, the Harinezumi takes similarly styled lo-fi pictures with two resolution and ISO modes. Important: does not include SD Memory Card or CR2 Battery. Recommended.
- digital camera / video recorder that shoots images with old school feel
- super portable and lightweight: palm-size and weighs 50g
- record up to 2 hours of video
- movie resolution: 640 x 480
- two camera resolution modes: 1600 x 1400, 320 x 240 pixels
- two camera ISO settings: 800 (for darker settings, 100 lighter settings)
- works with MicroSD (2 GB) / MicroSDHC card (4 GB), both NOT included
- takes CR2 Battery - NOT included
SuperHeadz White Slim Angel (Wide Angle Lens) Camera
remake of the cult classic Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim camera
The White Slim Angel Camera is a remake of the cult classic Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim camera. This out of production camera was known for its portability, low price, wide angle lens, and unique photo results. The White Slim Angel camera is made at the same factory as the original and features the same wide angle 22m lens with the characteristic color saturation, vignetting and contrasty results (surprisingly vivid colors). These photos have character! And for less than $30, the White Slim Angel Camera is the perfect choice for your pocket camera needs; it's super-light, rugged, simple and features a rubber grip. Recommended.
- shoots standard 35mm film
- shoot dynamic, wide pictures with 22m wide angle lens
- surprisingly vivid colors
- vignetting effect
- plastic, light, portable reviewed by the mgmnt
Technics Headshell for Technics 1200 - GOLD (SFPCC31007K)
official gold headshell
Add shine to your deck with the unique golden Technics headshell. Fits most turntables with tonearms that accept screw-in headshells including all SL-1200 models, plus turntables by Stanton, Numark, Vestax, etc. and includes 0.4g top weight. reviewed by the mgmnt
6Blocc's I Dubs dubstep remix series is the bestselling dubstep series at the Lab. I appreciate how 6Blocc doesn't dumb it down, these mashes are challenging and so hardcore. This third volume might be the wickedest yet with remixes of Baby Cham's "Babylon Bwoy(1)," Gangstarr's "Just To Get A Rep(2)," and Million Stylez' "Police And Helicopter(3)." 6Blocc saves the best for last with a ridiculously bass-y "See You Smile(4)," a medley of the Singing Sweet track, some Barrington, and more. Highly recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
These are those thick plastic dividers that record stores use to categorize records. Now you can categorize your bizness and if you are organized smurf, you can write notes on the tabs. 7 and a half buys you 10 of these. reviewed by the mgmnt
Art Of Tones Call The Shots (Motor City Drum Ensemble Remix) 12"
cooled out vocal house, pick
"You're my sugar, my cocaine, my weed." Tres cool. Art Of Tones enlists the vocals of Jaw for this future house number. "Call The Shots(1)" is so cooled-out... I would have taken just the dub version(2), but the vocals take it to that next level. Pushing it to the "pick" level, there's a b-side remix by producer du jour Motor City Drum Ensemble(3). Recommended. reviewed by the mgmnt
