General Blaq's 320 + Club

[RunawayTrane]

Remember hearing a Tony Humphreys mix of "Rather Spend The Bad Times With You" that was awesome. Went out and bought the album, no remix was on it. Then tracked down the 12" version. Still no dice. For years was looking for that remix with no success. Had to settle for my tiny little sliver of music on a cassette that I managed to tape off the radio. Never did find that remix




Thelma Huston - Qualifying Heat
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MCA 1984 (Reissued)

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Thelma Houston's final MCA release pairs the singer with a host of production hitmakers including Glen Ballard and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Though her potent but poignant vocals transition seamlessly to the synthesizers and drum machines dominating mid-'80s R&B, Houston is ultimately let down by the material, and Qualifying Heat proves as awkward and unsexy as its discomfiting cover photo. Given that Chaka Khan scored a comeback hit around the same time with a brilliant update of Prince's "I Feel for You," it's frustrating to consider what Houston might have done with comparable material. Tepid, stiff songs like "I Guess It Must Be Love" and "Shake You" are far beneath her considerable talents, and the overbaked production does her no favors, either. The album was Houston's last for six years, but she deserves little of the blame. [Qualifying Heat was reissued on CD in 2007 with the bonus track "Standing in the Light."]

~ Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide

~ TRACKLISTING ~

1. (I Guess) It Must Be Love
2. You Used To Hold Me So Tight
3. Fantasy And Heartbreak
4. I'd Rather Spend The Bad Times With You Than Spend The Good Times With Someone New
5. Shake You
6. Generate Love
7. Love Is A Dangerous Game
8. What A Woman Feels Inside
9. Standing in the Light

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[zacki]

Imagination - Like It Is (Revised And Remixed Classics) (1989)

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01. Changes
02. Burning Up
03. Just An Illusion
04. Body Talk
05. L.T.O. (Love's Taking Over)
06. In And Out Of Love
07. Instinctual
08. So Good So Right
09. Flashback
10. Music And Lights
11. Give Into Love
12. In The Heat Of The Night
13. Megamix

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[Blaq]

Various Artists
Phat Trax: The Best Of Old School, Vol. 6
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. Snap Shot - Slave
2. Push Push - Brick
3. Push - One Way
4. Work That Sucker To Death - Xavier
5. Break My Heart - Jimmy G. & The Tackheads
6. Tonight - Kleeer
7. Dukey Stick - George Duke
8. Shake Your Head, Pt. 1 - The Chapparrals
9. Bustin' Loose - Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers
10. Ashley's Roachclip - The Soul Searchers
11. Good Thang - Faze-O
12. Glide - Pleasure

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The Pointer Sisters

How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side) 7:24

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[Blaq]

I am going through the thread playing catch up and wanted to say thanks to all of the contributors and fellow syntizens who are showing love for the work put in by the fam.

[zacki]

Shakatak - The Coolest Cuts (1988)

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01. Down On The Street
02. Invitations
03. Livin' In The U.K.
04. Stranger
05. Slip Away
06. Brazilian Dawn
07. Steppin' (Live)
08. Easier Said Than Done
09. Watching You
10. Don't Blame It On Love
11. Night Birds
12. Streetwalkin'
13. Dark Is The Night
14. City Rhythm
15. Rio Nights
16. Walk The Walk
17. Mr Manic & Sister Cool
18. You Never Know
19. Shakatak Megamix

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[excel]

Run, I have so many tapes with mixes from Tony Humphries from the 80s & 90s with songs/remixes that were never released it's ridiculous. It's almost a full time job trying to find those cuts. In fact he's djing a party next Sunday I'm going to check out.

Quote: Originally Posted by RunawayTrane

Remember hearing a Tony Humphreys mix of "Rather Spend The Bad Times With You" that was awesome. Went out and bought the album, no remix was on it. Then tracked down the 12" version. Still no dice. For years was looking for that remix with no success. Had to settle for my tiny little sliver of music on a cassette that I managed to tape off the radio. Never did find that remix

[KillaDilla]

Tracklist:
1. Call Her A Bitch
2. Blow The Whistle
3. Burn Rubber Pt. 2
4. Keep Bouncin' (Snoop Intro)
5. Pimpin' Forever
6. Money Maker
7. Strip Down
8. Nothing Feels Better
9. Sophisticated
10. Playa
11. 16 Hoes
12. Baller
13. Sadity
14. I Want Your Girl
15. It's Time To Go
16. Shake It Baby


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[Blaq]

Various Artists
Phat Trax: The Best Of Old School, Vol. 7
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. Heartbeat [Club Version] - Taana Gardner
2. Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now - McFadden & Whitehead
3. Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody - Brick
4. Do Ya Wanna Get Funky With Me - Peter Brown
5. Boogie Wonderland - Earth, Wind & Fire With The Emotions
6. You're The One For Me [Labour Of Love Mix] - D Train
7. The Beat Goes On - Orbit (Featuring Carol Hall)
8. Shackles [Club Mix] - R.J.'s Latest Arrival
9. We Got The Juice - Attitude
10. Hot Stuff - Raydio
11. Bussle - Opus Seven

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[zacki]

Thanks and props to Blaq for Phat Trax 5,6 & 7 and the same to Run for Thelma Houston - Qualifying Heat

[Blaq]

Quote: Originally Posted by zacki

Thanks and props to Blaq for Phat Trax 5,6 & 7 and the same to Run for Thelma Houston - Qualifying Heat

You're welcome fam!

[Blaq]

EPMD



Biography

On the surface, the sample-reliant productions and monotone rapping styles of Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith had little to recommend them, but the duo's recordings as EPMD were among the best in hip-hop's underground during the late '80s and early '90s. Over the course of four albums (from the 1988 classic Strictly Business to 1992's Business Never Personal), the group rarely varied from two themes: dissing sucker MCs and recounting sexual exploits. A closer look, however, revealed that the duo's rhymes were nothing less than incredible, simply undervalued due to their lack of intonation during delivery. EPMD also had a feel for a good groove, and created numerous hip-hop classics, including "It's My Thing," "You Gots to Chill," "Get the Bozack," "Strictly Business," and "Rampage."

Though EPMD's hardcore style influenced the urban-oriented gangsta '90s, Erick Sermon (aka E Double E; b. Nov. 25, 1968) and Parrish Smith (aka Pee MD; b. May 13, 1968) were both raised in the Long Island suburb of Brentwood. They moved into rap separately, with Smith DJing for Rock Squad on a single for the Tommy Boy label. After coming together in 1987 — at which time they named themselves EPMD, short for "Erick and Parrish Making Dollars" — they recorded their debut, "It's My Thing," in three hours. The single was later licensed to Chrysalis, and EPMD signed to Sleeping Bag/Fresh Records for the debut album Strictly Business. Propelled by several strong singles (including "You Gots to Chill" and the title track), the album eventually went gold, as did 1989's follow-up, Unfinished Business. Signed to Def Jam by the beginning of the '90s, EPMD returned in 1990 with Business as Usual and Business Never Personal two years later.

By 1992, they presided over an extended family dubbed the Hit Squad, including Redman, K-Solo, and Das EFX. The duo split later that year, however, prompting solo careers for each member; Sermon debuted in 1993 with No Pressure, and Smith made his statement on 1994's Shade Business. The duo then re-formed EPMD in 1997, recording a strong comeback LP named Back in Business. Out of Business followed in 1999, but the rappers continued pursuing their own projects through the late '90s and early 2000s. Both released solo albums, and Sermon partnered with Redman and Keith Murray as part of the Def Squad supergroup. Nevertheless, they also found time to continue performing together as EPMD, and 2008 saw them returning to the studio for We Mean Business.

John Bush, All Music Guide

[Blaq]

Quote: Originally Posted by Blaq

EPMD
Strictly Business
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. Strictly Business
2. I'm Housin'
3. Let The Funk Flow
4. You Gots To Chill
5. It's My Thing
6. You're A Customer
7. The Steve Martin
8. Get Off The Bandwagon
9. D.J. K La Boss
10. Jane

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[Blaq]

EPMD
Unfinished Business
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. So Wat Cha Sayin'
2. Total Kaos
3. Get The Bozack
4. Jane II
5. Please Listen To My Demo
6. It's Time 2 Party
7. Who's Booty
8. The Big Payback
9. Strictly Snappin' Necks
10. Knick Knack Patty Wack
11. You Had Too Much To Drink
12. It Wasn't Me, It Was The Fame

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Review

EPMD avoided the dreaded sophomore curse and kept its artistic momentum going on its second album, Unfinished Business. Once again, the duo triumphed by going against the flow — when MCs ranging from Public Enemy to Sir Mix-A-Lot to N.W.A weren't hesitating to be abrasive and hyper, EPMD still had a sound that was decidedly relaxed by rap standards. For the most part, EPMD's lyrics aren't exactly profound — boasting and attacking sucker MCs is still their favorite activity. However, Erick and Parrish do challenge themselves a bit lyrically on "You Had Too Much to Drink" (a warning against drunk driving) and "Please Listen to My Demo," which recalls the days when they were struggling. But regardless of subject matter, they keep things exciting by having such an appealing, captivating sound.

All Music Guide, Alex Henderson

[RunawayTrane]

One of the last vinyl records I bought.
And it didn't even have the cut I was looking for
(Feel The Vibe, Feel The Beat) on it


KRS-One - Return Of The Boom Bap
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Jive 1993

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The reputation of Boogie Down Productions leader KRS-One began to slip in the early '90s as he spent more time educating than performing. He hit back at his critics with the slamming Return of the Boom Bap, his first official solo release. Leaving behind the detailed production of the last BDP album, Sex and Violence, Boom Bap returns the MC to the spare, gritty territory of Criminal Minded. KRS-One sounds reinvigorated, as well, spitting out his rhymes with fury and intelligence. Although the record isn't as didactic as Edutainment or Sex and Violence, KRS-One hasn't made his lyrics simplistic, nor has he abandoned his cutting, intelligent social commentary. The combination of hard, basic beats and exciting rhymes makes Return of the Boom Bap a genuine comeback for KRS-One, one of the founding figures of modern hip-hop.

~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

~ TRACKLISTING ~

01. KRS-One Attacks
02. Outta Here
03. Black Cop
04. Mortal Thought
05. I Can't Wake Up
06. Slap Them Up
07. Sound of da Police
08. Mad Crew
09. Uh Oh
10. Brown Skin Woman
11. Return of the Boom Bap
12. "P" Is Still Free
13. Stop Frontin'
14. Higher Level


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[RunawayTrane]

Quote: Originally Posted by Blaq

EPMD


Biography

That's my homeboy Scratch in the middle. They never did put him on the way they should have. Maybe if they did, they would've gotten more respect as a group. At least more in the Albany projects

[Blaq]

Quote: Originally Posted by RunawayTrane

That's my homeboy Scratch in the middle. They never did put him on the way they should have. Maybe if they did, they would've gotten more respect as a group. At least more in the Albany projects

DJ Scratch was the man.

I got the chance to see them in '92 right before they broke up. They were my favorite rap duo alongside Run DMC.

[Blaq]

EPMD
Business As Usual
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. I'm Mad
2. Hardcore
3. Rampage
4. Manslaughter
5. Jane 3
6. For My People
7. Mr. Bozack
8. Gold Digger
9. Give The People
10. Rap Is Outta Control
11. Brothers On My Jock
12. Underground
13. Hit Squad Heist
14. Funky Piano

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Review

Business as Usual is an ironic title for EPMD's third album — for in terms of production, it was anything but business as usual for the Strong Island rappers. While Strictly Business and Unfinished Business favored a very simple and basic approach to production consisting primarily of samples (many of them clever) and drum machines, the production is busier and more involved this time — and even suggests Marley Marl. Unfortunately, the sampling isn't as clever as before. What didn't change was EPMD's relatively laid-back approach to rapping and a preoccupation with sucker MCs. Though not as inspired as its two predecessors, the album does have its moments — including "Rampage" (which unites EPMD with LL Cool J), "Give the People," and "Gold Digger," a candid denunciation of "material girls" who exploit and victimize men financially after a divorce.

All Music Guide, Alex Henderson

[excel]

Quote: Originally Posted by RunawayTrane

That's my homeboy Scratch in the middle. They never did put him on the way they should have. Maybe if they did, they would've gotten more respect as a group. At least more in the Albany projects

Quote: Originally Posted by Blaq

DJ Scratch was the man.

I got the chance to see them in '92 right before they broke up. They were my favorite rap duo alongside Run DMC.

EPMD my fav hip-hop group. Very close 2nd is Gang Starr.

[BenQ]

David Bowie - Singles Collection, Vol. 1

1. Space Oddity
2. Changes
3. Starman
4. Ziggy Stardust
5. Suffragette City
6. John, I'm Only Dancing
7. Jean Genie
8. Drive-In Saturday
9. Life on Mars?
10. Sorrow
11. Rebel Rebel
12. Rock & Roll Suicide
13. Diamond Dogs
14. Knock On Wood
15. Young Americans
16. Fame
17. Golden Years
18. TVC 15
19. Sound and Vision

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[BenQ]

Joe Cocker - The Ultimate Collection 1968-2003

01- Unchain My Heart
02- Feelin' Alright
03- Summer in the City
04- You Can Leave Your Hat On
05- Up Where We Belong - with Jennifer Warnes
06- You Are So Beautiful
07- With a Little Help from My Friends
08- Cry Me a River [Live]
09- Letter [Live]
10- Delta Lady
11- Many Rivers to Cross
12- When the Night Comes
13- Night Calls
14- Don't You Love Me Anymore
15- She Came in Through the Bathroom Window
16- Could You Be Loved
17- Civilized Man
18- First We Take Manhattan
19- Simple Things
20- N'Oubliez Jamais
21- That's All I Need to Know [Live] - with Eros Ramazzotti
22- Have a Little Faith in Me
23- Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me
24- Now That the Magic Has Gone
25- Sweet Lil' Woman
26- (All I Know) Feels Like Forever
27- My Father's Son
28- Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word
29- Never Tear Us Apart
30- Ruby Lee

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[Blaq]

Quote: Originally Posted by excel

EPMD my fav hip-hop group. Very close 2nd is Gang Starr.

Yessir. Gang Starr is in my top 3 rap duos.

Quote: Originally Posted by BenQ Legend

David Bowie - Singles Collection, Vol. 1

Quote: Originally Posted by BenQ Legend

Joe Cocker - The Ultimate Collection 1968-2003

Thanks for these, BenQ. Nice drop, fam.

[Blaq]

EPMD
Business Never Personal
[Direct Rip]



Tracklist

1. Boon Dox
2. Nobody's Safe Chump
3. Can't Hear Nothing But The Music
4. Chill
5. Headbanger
6. Scratch Bring It Back, Pt. 2 (Mic Doc)
7. Crossover
8. Cummin' At Cha
9. Play The Next Man
10. It's Going Down
11. Who Killed Jane

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Review

Having recorded two undeniable hip-hop classics right out the box, EPMD met with a modicum of disapproval for the first time ever upon the release of its third album, which was graded down by some fans and critics because it seemed to be, yes, more business as usual rather than any sort of musical maturation or progression. Unbowed, Erick Sermon and Parrish Smith returned with what, at the time, was rumored even before it hit shelves to be their final album together. Indeed, the duo broke up not long after Business Never Personal came out. It was a perfect way to go out together. The album proved to be both a commercial and artistic triumph at the time, and with each passing year, it sounds more and more like their finest — if not their most historically important — recording. Unapologetically underground throughout its career up to this point, the duo was savvy enough to throw a bone to an ever-growing rap-listening public in a supposed bid for "Crossover" appeal even as it was taking its concluding bow, thereby negating any cries of "sellout" that otherwise might have been tossed at the group's reputation for independence from any commercial concerns. Frankly, though, it would have been a difficult claim to make stick against EPMD anyway. Despite its appealing Zapp sample and hook, "Crossover" is every bit as coated in street soot as the rest of its music. Nevertheless, it is undoubtedly the catchiest thing the pair had ever created. The rest of the album is harder hitting but in every respect as captivating, running from the abrasively metallic "Boon Dox" to the crowd-moving Hit Squad posse cut "Head Banger," and returning the group more often than not to the scowling (though often tongue-in-cheek) intensity and minimalistic aesthetic of its first two records. And if Erick and Parrish hadn't yet made the impending end of their partnership explicit enough, they do so on the final track, where they finally, figuratively kill off Jane, the transvestite prostitute who had hawked them through each of their albums.

All Music Guide, Stanton Swihart

[zacki]

Fatback - Tasty Jam (1981)

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01. Take It Any Way You Want It
02. Wanna Dance (Keep Up The Dance)
03. Keep Your Fingers Out The Jam
04. Kool Whip
05. High Steppin' Lady
06. Get Ready For The Night

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Quote: Originally Posted by zacki

Fatback - Tasty Jam (1981)

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Nice drop as usual, fam. Thanks!