The Deacon Legacy - Life Waterz - 2026

2026 - 90's Tapes / HHV  

" Back in 1997, “Life's Waterz” surfaced as an obscure cassette out of Queens, NY, with some tracks appearing only as snippets. Nearly three decades later, the project finally gets the release it deserves: all eight original cuts in full length, plus seven previously unheard tracks from the same era. The Deacon Legacy represents more than just MC Deacon Legacy himself – it's a whole camp, including Vice Versa, the duo of Fase Fax and Terra P, featured on four tracks. Mostly produced by Sad G, with contributions from Deacon Legacy, Khalil Cave and Gerard C. Baker, the album captures the raw, unfiltered essence of New York's 1997 underground scene. New artwork by Cors One, featuring original photos from back in the day, brings the story full circle. " - courtesy of 90's Tapes

Available in a limited run on 2LP (350 copies), CD in jewel case (300 copies), cassette (100 copies) and digitally on all major platforms. 

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Mix : Sounds of Gravity Show - Episode #08 "Archives Special"

A Cat Called FRITZ presents the 8th episode of the Sounds of Gravity Show, "Archives Special", which is a special compilation of several archives of some Hip Hop mixes he made between 2004 and 2010.

Video : KNOWTIS - Wild Style - 2026

New video delivered by the Taiwan-based group KNOWTIS. The track is produced by tarolin of the NOD TOWN crew and is taken from their forthcoming album "Mosaic".

Lyric Lords - Need I Say More / Mr Trick Daddy - 1993

 

12" - 1993 - Bill Collectors Records Inc

This 12" was released in 1993 on Bill Collectors Records Inc. It features the only two tracks, "Need I Say More" & "Mr Trick Daddy", recorded by LYL a.k.a. Lyric Lords. The group consisted of Bad News Bandit, Bad Boy and Tone Capone (RIP), all hailing from North Philly.

The A-side features the lead single "Need I Say More", available in its "Butter Mix" and "Salt Mix" versions. The flip side consists of the tracks "Mr Trick Daddy" and "Need I Say More (Background vocal Mix)". 

They certainly should have released more material, but sadly, Tone Capone's murder in June 1994, who was Bad Boy's brother, brought their story to an end...

Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Show - ?-? - 1991 - WKCR

 

Here is an early episode of the Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Show, aired in 1991 on WKCR. No date unfortunately. It was uploaded by HecticEclectic seven years ago.

The Jaz - The Originators

3rd Bass - Product of The Environment Remix

Brand Nubian - Wake Up 

Masters Of Ceremony - Master Move

A Tribe Called Quest - Footprints

Masta Ace - Music Man

Jamalski - Jump, Spread Out 

Masters At Work - The Buddah Chant 

A Tribe Called Quest - Can I Kick It? Remix

BDP - Poetry

Yz - In Control Of Things Instrumental

Brand Nubian - All For One

3 Times Dope - Mr Sandman

Divine Force - Holy War (Live)

Ultramagnetic Mc's - Ego Trippin’ 

BDP - House Nigga's

D-Nice - Crumbs On The Table

Main Source - Looking At The Front Door

A Tribe Called Quest - After Hours

Gang Starr - Just To Get A Rep

Brand Nubian - Drop The Bomb

Two Kings In A Cypher - Movin’ on Em

Double XX Posse - Executive Class

Talk Break (Kurious & Bobbito)

Audio Two feat. Positive K & MC Lyte - Start It Up Yall

Check the Stretch&Bobbito Archives for more shows !

Jamil Honesty x Jr Swiftz - M.E.M.O.I.R.S. LP - 2026

Originally released digitally and on CD format only in 2025, the excellent Jamil Honesty's album "M.E.M.O.I.R.S.", fully produced by Jr Swiftz, will be available on vinyl in a few hours. It includes 2 exclusive tracks. One of the best albums of the year in my opinion... don't sleep fellas !  

Available today at 10:00 AM EST, on Sea Blue Vinyl (25 copies / OBI Edition - Hand Numbered), Classic Edition on Black Vinyl (75 copies) & Stamped White Label Test Pressings (3 copies).

Contact THICK CR8S directly to get your copy

Hurricane - There Ain't Nuthin' Here Yours - 1996

I think the first time I heard this single "There Ain't Nuthin' Here Yours" was during an episode of the No TV Raps radio show broadcast on Radio FSK in Hamburg, Germany. Released in 1996 by Amsterdam-based rapper Hurricane a.k.a Sugacane, the track appeared on the various artists compilation album "Magic Sounds Volume 2". This track alone makes this vinyl worth getting.

 

If you're looking for more info about Hurricane, you should know that his journey truly began to take shape in 1982, when he first discovered hip-hop. Inspired by Afrika Bambaataa and the Soulsonic Force, he immersed himself in this emerging culture through breakdancing and body popping. For him, this discovery went far beyond a simple fascination with music : it was a revelation, a way of discovering himself, understanding his identity and finding his place within a community that resonated with his own history.

From 1985 onwards, he began making a name for himself on the streets of Amsterdam under the alias Busy Beat, before adopting the name Hurricane in 1988. For nearly a decade, he honed his craft on the streets, sought recognition and patiently built his reputation within the local scene. This journey reflects his deep connection to a culture he experienced from the inside, long before it opened the doors to a recording career.

The turning point came with the cassette release of "There Ain't Nuthin' Here Yours", produced by G.O., with the track remixed by Keylow. The B-side featured "With Each Evil There's a Price to Pay", featuring MD and also produced by G.O..

This independent release made a strong enough impact on the underground scene to quickly attract attention. The success of the cassette earned him a place on the second volume of the Magic Sounds vinyl compilation, his first record deal and a series of live shows and radio appearances. It was recognition that rewarded years of perseverance on the streets and within Amsterdam's hip-hop circles.

His first official single "Let' Em Know" was released on Supreme Slice Records the same year. That track isn't really my cup of tea to be honest. However, the track on the B-side, "God For All (And Every Nigguh For Himself)", is a really good one and is definitely the reason to grab this vinyl too. 

12" - 1996 - Supreme Slice Records 

Video : KNOWTIS - Baggy Pants Ft. YoungLee - 2026

 

New video delivered by the Taiwan-based group KNOWTIS, consisting of the MCs Aminato, 2Change & Someshiit. Produced by tarolin of the NOD TOWN crew, the track features fellow Taipei-based emcee YoungLee and is taken from their forthcoming album "Mosaic", coming soon...