Category Archives: mixtape

K Funk Presents: Hiss-Story Vol.1– DJ Nikoless

Posted on January 7, 2010 by Roger Folklorico

01. Intro – Hiss Is For You 02. Madlib – My Style Is Different… ‘95 03. The Distortionists – Retaliation ‘96 04. Kemest – One For Dah Mental ‘95 05. Stedy Serv – Lyrical Graffiti ‘99 06. Interlude: (All Natural-50 … Continue reading →

Posted in definite vacation 4 suckas, homegrown, k funk, kevin beacham, kool keith, madlib, mixtape, various artists, verge | 7 Comments

DJ Rob One – Gavin Mixtape 1995

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

DJ Rob One was one of the more influential DJs in the LA underground until March 16, 2000 when he passed away after a battle with cancer. He used to host a very successful radio show in L.A. at CSUN … Continue reading →

Posted in bahamadia, big shug, dj rob one, gangstarr, lords of the underground, mixtape, thomasv | 4 Comments

DJ Revolution – Class Of ’86

Posted on October 21, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

Purists who claim 1994 was hip hop’s best year have obviously never heard DJ Revolution’s “Class Of ’86” mixtape. OK, OK, I take it back. None of this stuff is really in the same league as any of the gang … Continue reading →

Posted in 1986, classic, dj revolution, echo leader, mixtape | 11 Comments

DJ Premier: Roc Raida Tribute

Posted on September 27, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

Last night DJ Premier did what he does best, set shit off on his Live From HeadQCourterz Sirus satellite radio show. Rest in piece Raida. Download Courtesy of the DJ Premier Blog.

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J-Zone’s "Ign’ant" Mixtape Series

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

J-Zone has always been one of NYC hip-hop’s most under-appreciated musicians. The man came onto the scene in the late 90’s, carving a niche all his own which was defined through his sharp wit and undeniable talent for creating unassuming … Continue reading →

Posted in echo leader, ign'ant, j-zone, mixtape, various artists | 3 Comments

DJ Premier – Originals

Posted on September 17, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

As the cover states, this is a continuous mix of funk & soul as sampled by DJ Premier. It also has some rock, jazz, fusion, and soundtrack cuts. And it’s actually divided into three lengthy tracks. Which is better, IMO, … Continue reading →

Posted in dj premier, funk, jazz, mixtape, sample, soul, various artists, verge | 5 Comments

Positive K – A Good Combination (Kan Kick Remix) 1995

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

http://www.divshare.com/flash/playlist?myId=8460240-0acDownload I first heard this version on a random remix compilation that was posted on WYDU in ’07. I had the song in constant rotation but I never knew where it was from and when it was made. Since I … Continue reading →

Posted in dj babu, kan kick, mixtape, positive k, remix, thomasv | 9 Comments

DJ Drez: Rare Soul Volumes 1-3

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

It’s been said before: we here at the TROY blog may place the most emphasis on hip hop from the Golden Age, but we’re simply not that one-dimensional either. Go ahead, scour the blog and you’ll find numerous posts on … Continue reading →

Posted in breakbeat, dj drez, echo leader, funk, mixtape, sample, soul | 5 Comments

Half A Mill – The Project Prophet (R.I.P.)

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Roger Folklorico
Posted in demo, dj mike nice, freestyles, half a mil, mixtape, single, verge, vinyl | 15 Comments

Edo G Megamix (1991-2004)

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Roger Folklorico

Here’s a little gem that was recently posted in TROY by forum member (and part of Low Budget Music) Debonair P: a non-stop Edo G megamix highlighting the legendary Bostonians’ recorded career from 1991 to 2004. I’ve always thought Edo … Continue reading →

Posted in Boston, east coast, echo leader, edo g, mixtape | 2 Comments