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The Art of Sampling
Getting Crisp Drum Sounds
Obtaining Crispness is More than a Mix Affair
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
Bwest, one of the members of the…
BeatTips MusicStudy: Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek (Reflection Eternal) – “Just Begun”…
Lyrically Studded Affair Marks this Subdued Sample Gem
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
Big fan of Hi-Tek. I am.…
A Change in Sampling Philosophy
Why It's Sometimes Necessary to Expand What You Consider to Be Useful Sample Source Material
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BeatTips MusicStudy: Mos Def ft. Talib Kweli – “History” Produded by J Dilla
Repetition, Rupture, and Groove
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
What's dope about any J Dilla interest is the fact…
MusicStudy: Joe Farrell – “Seven Seas”
Jazz Funk Classic Serves Up Rhythm Clinic
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
ALL solo work on this joint is absolutely…
BeatTips MusicStudy: The Nite Liters – “Excuse Me While I Do My Thing”
Funky Rhythm Section Embellished By Simmering Brass Section
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The Nite Liters are…
The Wisemen Help Light Up Detroit with Golden Arm Touch
Wu-Tang Nexus and Beatmaker Centered Ethos Makes this Wonder Group Shine; Detroit/New York…
DJ Premier and Pete Rock “Reminisce” Over “Memory Lane” and Other Classics
Two of the Most Important Beatmaking Pioneers Trade Stories About Some of their Most Acclaimed Production…
DJ Kayslay – “Thug Love” feat. Maino, Pappoose, Red Café, and Ray J
Dope Sample Chops Mark This Smooth Hip Hop/Rap Banger
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
One dimension of the beauty of…
Dig Spots Worth Peepin’: A1 Records, NYC
Famed A1 Records Demonstrates the Hunt of the Dig
By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)
A1 Records, one of the most…