MADLIB
I've been pretty slow to discover Madlib and his array of alter-egos, but its easy to see why he's achieved such cult status, in more than just the underground hip-hop scene. An insanely prolific DJ, producer and MC, his blunted beats and mixtapes take you on epic musical journeys through his staggeringly diverse record collection, never stopping off too long in one continent, decade or genre. His dedication to beat-digging is reflected in frantic compilations such as Beat Konducta in Africa, part of his 12-part, one-a-month series Madlib Medicine Show, taking the listener further into Madlib's hazy world than they've ever been before. Just what the doctor ordered!
(does anyone else think he's a dead-ringer for Bubs?)
Madlib - The Frontline (Liberation) (mp3)
FLYING LOTUS
FlyLo will be unleashing Cosmogramma on the world in a couple of weeks. Check this interview with him, in which he reveals a little than usual about his thoughts on the state of beat music and his evolution as an artist.
SKANKY PANKY
Also pushing the crazy futuristic glitch-hop sound is the recently founded Skanky Panky label. Based in Liverpool, they've already given away a few very impressive samples of things to come on their website, with the release of Skanky Panky: Volume 1 last month showcasing their most exciting new artists from across the globe (as far as Vancouver & South Africa). Listen to a couple of my favourite heavy selections and buy their debut release below.
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