I know it's been a while folks, but I can assure you this post is worth the wait.
First on the docket we have Kid Koala, a Vancouver born turntablist whose knack for manipulating brass solos into the melancholy melodic basis for his tracks is a talent unmatched by any dj. Be sure to grab his album "Some of My Best Friends Are DJ's," and support some homegrown music.
Bibio is a bit of an anomaly; his electronic compositions that so often border on pop are also equally inclusive of other genres. Fire Ant's reliance on a chopped up J Dilla sample shows the artist's keen ear for hip-hop, while Ambivalence Avenue's guitar driven hook starts off with an indie sound that slowly degenerates into a world music psychedelia, incorporating tribal flute into the song's structure. Buy this wunderkind's fourth (and best, in my opinion) album
here.
While MF DOOM has gained most of his respect for his undeniable swag behind the mic, it's important to remember what a talented producer this man is. He released an album behind the decks as King Geedorah, as well as numerous remixes for other hip-hop legends.
Bonus, DOOM jumps on a De La song and kills it:
Lastly we've got a bit of bounce for yo' trunk:
Be easy,
PB no J
