The Mixtape Recovery Project, Part 2

Wherein I attempt to find all of the songs from two magical mixes past.

Aesop Rock - Daylight (div share)

Cenobites - Kick a Dope Verse (div share)
Kool Keith, Godfather Don and Bobbito. Speaking of old tapes, if anyone has recordings of the Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito show to give me I'll love you forever and ever.

Non Phixion - They Got... (div share)

Natural Resource - They Lied (div share)
baby Jean Grae, when she was going by What?What?

Latryx - Say That (div share)
Lateef and Lyrics Born's best song, together or solo.

Part Three will have my wishlist, as I can't find a bunch of the songs I need to round up an.y.where. This has been really fun though, in both the hunt and in reaching into the deep recesses of my memory to recall what was on these tapes...

it will never be over

my favorite movie from the great Whit Stillman...which Netflix doesn't have and is eighty damn dollars used on Amazon.



Chaz Jankel - Get Myself Together (div share)
Chas Jankel

Cerrone - Major Sea (mixed by Bob Sinclar) (div share)
Cerrone
Bob Sinclar

The Mixtape Recovery Project, Part 1

Basically everything I own is currently in a storage unit next to the Brooklyn Bridge. I miss almost none of it, except when I have the occasional "aw I can't believe I didn't bring that!" about something I don't really need at all, I just want right that second. One could argue that no one needs analog tapes anymore but since May I've been wanting the two perfect hip-hop mixes I've had for years and years. One fell into my hands in college, and I've copied it for so many people so many times I got used to hearing it in the rooms and cars of vague acquaintances and strangers. The second one was made for me in 2001 by an ex whose roommate in Oakland had an amazing vinyl collection. These prized possessions have been living on borrowed time for so long that I needed to recreate them electronically anyway, and this is the first part of my attempt to round up these songs.

The High and Mighty - Dirty Decibels
(divshare)
(buy)

The Coup - Swervin
(divshare)
(buy)

Jugganots - Clear Blue Skies
(divshare)
(buy)

M.O.P - Handle Ur Bizness (Premier Remix)
(divshare)
(buy)

Cannibal Ox - Iron Galaxy
(divshare)
(buy)

Party Across the Pond

I listen to Sinden's KissFM show whenever Mad Decent's blog is good enough to post mp3s of it, and always wish I could teleport to England whenever they talk about Fabric nights with lineups we don't get here (Annie Mac, Toddla T, etc.). If I was in LDN next Thursday I would hit up this Hidden Depths party. The night's talent is curated by Chromeo and guests apparently include New Young Pony Club, Herve, Annie Mac, Tronik Youth, and everyone's favorite grab-bag artist(s), "tbd."

For those of you better situated geographically, you can register to win tickets here:
http://www.sanmiguel.co.uk

Chromeo - Needy Girl (Dolby Anol's French Mistake rmx) (div share)

Ain't No Such Thing

Another Friday, another 90s classic. There will be a bunch more next week, as I'm currently trying to recreate two of my favorite mix tapes from ages ago. Have a good weekend!

Mobb Deep - Shook Ones, Part II (div share)

Actin' Like Life is a Big Commercial

I don't have cable, which means I don't have DVR, which means when I watch TV I often watch the commercials. Like many people who have been underpaid in creative jobs, I've considered getting into advertising. The money is good and I'd be surrounded by plenty of smart, pop-culture savvy people. But then I remember my general distaste for consumerism and the practice of preying on people's insecurities/inventing whole new voids in their lives just to convince them to buy shit they don't need, and realize it's just not for me. Still -- I find the general cringeworthiness of many ads compelling and I guess that's why I love Slate's "Ad Report Card." This week readers wrote in on their least favorite spots, and one woman writes in:

I especially enjoyed your article about inappropriate musical choices in television commercials. On that note, I wonder if you've seen this spot for Wishbone salad dressing, which uses the song "Bump" by Spank Rock. Sure, they didn't use any of the lyrics, but I have to wonder why they'd create an association between "delicious vinaigrette dressings" and one of the filthiest songs I've ever heard.—Noreen T.

Well, the ad does say they're changing "everything" about salad dressing. I'd argue that "Bump" is the perfect soundtrack to accompany that mission. Why shouldn't a vegetable vinaigrette conjure sentiments like "You get it from behind, in just Chanel pumps"? For their next ad, I suggest they use "Toss My Salad," by underpublicized genius Filthy Sex Toy. (Given Filthy Sex Toy's graphic lyrics, I must sternly warn you that what you will see should you click on that link is in no way safe for work. And yet I must also stress that fabulous entertainment awaits beyond.)

Heh. Another one that makes me confused is the JC Penney fake Breakfast Club ad, with that grossly sterile version of "Don't You Forget About Me." MSNBC sums up my reaction perfectly. Isn't the reference lost on most kids born in 1993? Or are they talking to their parents, in which case don't you realize their reaction to the ad is going to be 'thanks for pissing on my nostalgia with this absurd burlesque of the original'? Also as Adblog says, "the characters are not weird, quirky and strange-looking at all. Instead, they are normal, trendy and strikingly beautiful, no Ally Sheedy-type makeover required."

I thought something similar when watching the previews for the new 90210. I know the old one was sexy 'for its time' or whatever, but instead of balding regular-dad Jim Walsh now it's "Silk Stalkings" guy. Jesus, Gabrielle Carteris wouldn't even get to be an extra on this show. When did everyone get so sexy all of the sudden? Don't get me wrong, I'm totally going to watch 90210's premiere. But in the back of my mind I'll be thinking about Rob Stone, Kevin on "Mr. Belvedere"/hideous cross-eyed monster by today's standards.

Fugazi - Merchandise (div share)

Simple Minds - Don't You Forget About Me (div share)

Spank Rock - Bump (Switch Remix) (div share)

it's like murder she wrote, once I get you out them clothes

E-Six and Roan played this in the DJ tent of Lolla on Sunday and that's when I officially fell in love with them. It's kind of obscene how much Kel I post, considering how I actually hate him as a person. I guess like with most things I blame God. For giving him the very voice of an angel! An angel I don't want to be touched by, but I'm too old for him anyway.

Cousin Cole - Ignition Remix Remix
(div share)

Here's the Chromeo song I deleted for no real reason the other day...I want to see them live again in a non-outdoor festival setting where I'm dancing and trying not to come up against the zitty back of the shirtless Broseph in front of me. I also want to learn French real quick so I can have Dave 1 as my TA.

Chromeo - My Girl is Calling Me (a Liar) (div share)

Mercury Tears

Sorry about the Livejournaly-ness the other day. Seriously though all drama aside: I've made a huge mistake.

The Smiths - How Soon is Now?

Billy Bragg - Tracks of My Tears (alt link)

Jay Reatard - The Night of Broken Glass (alt link)

I know I posted this last fall, but it came in the mail last week and I fucking love this song:
Feral Children - Jaundice Giraffe (alt link)

(As one might guess, they're produced by Scott Colburn who did Animal Collective's "Strawberry Jam" and "Feels.")