DJ Kid Capri: “Artists Don’t Work Without The DJ”
June 28, 2009
In the club with the Legendary DJ Kid Capri, he talks about when he first realized his calling in Hip Hop, how he redefined the perception of the DJ, Serato, laptops and the advantages they bring to the art-form of DJ’ing. He also speaks on the Core DJ’s and how Artists need to respect the DJ.
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9th Wonder: Year of The 9th
February 25, 2009
Large Professor: Revolve Around Science
September 29, 2008
By Jerry L. Barrow
“I would come out of Lefrak with duffle bags full of records…” – Large Professor
He studied at the feet of a master and became one of the most influential beatsmiths in hip-hop. William Paul Mitchell, aka, Large Professor is the quintessential hip-hop producer; low-key, humble and continually making magic behind the scenes. His discography reads like a who’s who of hip-hop. As a member of the group Main Source he crafted classics like “Lookin’ At The Front Door,” “Live at The BBQ” and “Fakin The Funk.” As a producer he made legendary MCs like Rakim, Kool G Rap and Nas achieve their greatness and as a solo artist he’s given us two collectible solo albums, The LP and 1st Class.
After releasing two volumes of instrumentals the Queens,NY native is releasing a new CD of original beats and rhymes appropriately titled, Main Source on September 30th. Taking things back to the break-beat foundation the CD features guest appearances from Styles P, AZ, Jeru The Damaja and Big Noyd with a lush collection of chopped soul and pulsating ear candy. I caught up with Extra P to talk about the Late Paul C, teaching Q-Tip how how to make beats why Nas doesn’t like “wearing the same sneakers.”
