"OTG // Off The Grid" is the collaborative instrumental album released by the Chicago-based MCs/ Producers Rashid Hadee & Thaione Davis. This 20-track album is available on Limited edition 12" Vinyl, Cassette & CD.
The Chicago-based MC Iomos Marad teams up with the Italian producer Mauro Gariazzo to drop the 7-track EP titled "City of Wind" featuring Thaione Davis & Akbar.
"Deli Slice" is a new compilation delivered by the Chicago-based crew GSC a.k.a Gold Standard Collective, consisting of Philmore Greene, Rashid Hadee, Neak, Thaione Davis, F.A.B.L.E. and Since9ine6ix.
"Every adventure begins with an origin story. For the art incubator festively known as Culture Power 45, the curation of audio visual timepieces began with a simple limited edition 7-inch produced by MaxPtah and The Deity Complex, featuring Blueprint and Infinito 2017 respectively. Hard abstract soul reminiscing with serious boom bap flavor, the tone had been set. What began as Culture Power 45 presents: The Collector’s Series Volume 1, grew into a 6 volume installment with artist scattered across USA. Each release coveted by record collectors globally, the demand became very competitive due to the immediate selling out each title. Volume 3: featuring Rashid Hadee, Radius, Sense, and The Geaux sold out in a matter of 4 hours. Volume 6: featuring Iomos Marad, Fatnice, Sonny James, and Ironiclee sold out in 1 day. Again…the tone had been set. It became customary to associate Culture Power 45 releases as collectibles, under the “catch them if you can” phrase. Once they were gone….that was it. No re-repressings. Fast forward 3 ½ years later and the adventure becomes epic. The tone that had been set before not only continues along with each project, but the global audience and artist collaboration continues to grow, both visually and sonically. Starting on the Southside of Chicago, and now invading speaker boxes from Japan, Austria, France, Los Angeles, New York, just to name a few, Culture Power 45 excels in delivering a high value, yet tangible, audio visual timepiece which only increases in value due to its limited edition nature. Focusing primarily on the vinyl format, over 40 records later, we are now returning the roots which gave foundation to this culture. Power and Respect. " - Culture Power 45
Originally released on CDr in 2009, Thaione Davis 's classic album titled "Still Hear" fully produced by Rashid Hadee is now available on double vinyl with the help of Culture Power45... this is the 10 Year Anniversary Limited Edition. The album features artists like Ben Butter, Infinito 2017, Iomos Marad, J. Hewitt, King, Longshot, Rashid Hadee & Melatone.
"Seasoned producer/emcee Thaione Davis returns to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of one of his most poignant releases to date. Aged in the subtle undertones as fine wine, STILL HEAR remains a staple composition that has weathered thru constant evolving trends. Heralded by critics all across the board as one of the best albums of 2009, STILL HEAR has circulated across 6 continents and even made its way to the Grammy’s table for a spin. Some approaches are simple. The recipe of 1 emcee and 1 producer has always yielded consistent results. Rashid Hadee handles complete production and provides a post 90’s backdrop of dusty sample rich melodies over chunky drumbeats. Simple in essence….effortless quality. Thaione Davis rhymes with the carefree vigor of a young seventeen year old enthusiast less concerned with majority opinion. Slick lines and heavy content, with a signature flow and easy delivery. STILL HEAR represents an unassuming approach of microphone mastery and well thought out composition. What was true 10 years ago, still holds true today. Relevant lyrics for relevant times. A timeless addition to the catalog. This is the first time ever on vinyl and packaged as 2xLP (double vinyl) release. Updated original artwork and mural painted by Marcellous Lovelace." - Culture Power45