Marcus J. Moore on Madlib and jazz
‘His approach to cratedigging governs my musical taste and should be celebrated accordingly.’
Tag: Quasimoto
Samples from Quasimoto's The Unseen
Bask in the smokey haze of jazz and soul samples from Quasimoto’s debut classic, The Unseen.
Why I Love Madlib
Today is Madlib’s birthday. Here’s why I love his music and personality so much. In the mid-to-late 00s, I discovered a compilation by Zero 7. It was part of Late Night Tales’ mix series (then called Another Late Night) and it featured a song called Real Eyes by Quasimoto. I found it intriguing for many …
Sampleface Five: 100 Years of Thelonious Monk
He was a trailblazer with his improv style, wide-ranging melodic shifts, and trademark fashions. Thelonious Monk was born on this day in 1917. We have been blessed to have had him in our presence, physically and musically. In commemoration of this, we have compiled a list of 5 samples from the great man. 1. Wu-Tang …
Eric B & Rakim AREN'T Collaborating w/ Quasimoto So Here's A Spotify Mix Instead
Update: Yep, we read it wrong. Madlib’s long-snouted alter-ego will not be joining forces with Eric B & Rakim for their comeback album next year. So we’ve compiled a Spotify mix to save face.
VIDEO: Quasimoto - Catchin' The Vibe
Quasimoto’s video for Catchin’ The Vibe is surreal, brilliant and ready to stream.
Quasimoto - Further Instrumentals
Just before you get yourself ready for Yessir Whatever, Stones Throw have decided to re-release the instrumentals for Quasimoto’s Further Adventures of Lord Quas on double LP.
Quasimoto Receives Certificate Of Recognition By City Of Los Angeles
It’s official: Quasimoto is certified by the city of Los Angeles for “excellence in masonry”. Hip hop hasn’t always had a good rep amongst the wealthy and influential in America, with them often blaming the culture on crime in the country. Well, it looks like the city of Los Angeles don’t give a f*ck about …
Madlib To Release New Quasimoto Album Soon?
First a tweet, then a photo, it looks like Quasimoto will be back with a new album sometime soon. Now, we don’t want to be presumptuous but the evidence is pretty compelling. First, Madlib tweeted this on his Twitter account: Now playing Quasimoto “Yessir Whatever” test press LP — Madlib (@madlib) April 16, 2013 Already, …
FREE DOWNLOAD: Decknologist - Madlibmix2 (Madlib Mix)
Our good friend Decknologist has put together another fantastic Madlib mix for our earlugs and it’s absolutely free. We’ve been fans of Decknologist ever since he dropped his first Madlib mix last year and we’re eternally grateful for him putting together part 2. Being one of our favourite producers, it’s great to hear his material, especially …