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Sideswipe "Goners" Instrumental LP

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Sideswipe "Goners" Instrumental LP

Philly based producer Sideswipe returns with "Goners", a follow-up from his 2017 debut "Bushido". Citing some of his early influences (El-P, Pete Rock, Da Beatminerz and Lord Finesse), Sideswipe leans more towards the eerie ominous over the soul sample vibe. After the first listen I was left with a Mobb Deep/Portishead feel leaving the question of which vocal performance would be best: rapping or singing. Sideswipe calls his sound “eclectic boom bap” and credits his ear for unusual samples with differentiating him from producers in his vein. “I usually find and use things that are slightly more eclectic that the...

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This; That; and The Third: The Tim House Interview

This; That; and The Third: The Tim House Interview

In this episode of "This; That; and The Third" DJ Ammbush sits with "The Plug" Tim House. The Artist manager behind many of the Bay Area rappers' biggest national tours, House acquired the moniker as "The Plug" from being the connector to opportunities in the industry. Tim breaks down his beginnings as a major label signed artist to evolving into focusing on artist and tour management. Tune in for a insightful angle on navigating through the infrastructure of music industry. TTT3

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This; That; and The Third: The Nash "N-Pire" Interview

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This; That; and The Third: The Nash "N-Pire" Interview

In this episode of "This; That; and The Third", Ammbush sits with 916 representer MC/Producer Nash "N-Pire Da Great". Nash paints a picture of the diverse Hip Hop scene thriving in Sacramento including the rich Hip Hop history sewn in the 916. Nash breaks down the importance of having his own studio/compound "Common Ground Media" where they handle everything from music to merch. Something special for the Producers and anyone else searching for inspiration. Tune in. #TTT3

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PRhyme - Rock It (video)

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PRhyme - Rock It (video)

"Rock it" follows "Era," the first single from the duo's upcoming LP, PRhyme 2, out March 16th. The album, which follows their self-titled 2014 debut, features guest spots from Cee-Lo Green, 2 Chainz, Big K.R.I.T., Rapsody and Yelawolf, among others.

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The Sentiments - She Won't Be Gone Long (audio)

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The Sentiments - She Won't Be Gone Long (audio)

New music from Transistor Sound! Hit a switch and let this Lowrider Soul jam transport you into simpler times. Produced and recorded at Transistor Sound Studio, "She Won't Be Gone Long" features members of Monophonics, Gene Washington & The Ironsides, Paul & The Tall Trees, His Extraordinaire's Horns and The Sha La Das. Available now at http://www.coleminerecords.com

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