Within the last 10 years, Atlanta has risen to prominence as one of the new mecca’s of hip-hop. Chris Ryan breaks down this formula to success with Atlanta’s foundation laid in the scene’s unwillingness to wait for big labels to sign local talent and their diverse styles. Add in tracks which offer a real life glimpse into the world of Atlanta, and you have what is arguably a genre that is easy to understand and tangible. The article by can seen here at Fader.
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The past two years saw Stones Throw Records post holiday mixes to get people in the holiday spirit. However this year, the Badd Santa album represents a whole new level of production with this officially licensed holiday album. The album is available exclusively at certain retailers dependent on the country such as Urban Outfitters (USA), Beams (JP), Carhartt (EU) and Goodfoot (CND). The full track list alongside other important details can be seen here.
On the heels of the Firmament Lion T-shirt comes this special Soft Rocks – Firmament Exclusive Mix CD. The mix was created by Soft Rocks and includes a variety of classic house tracks among others. The CDs will be available at Firmament on November 14th with other overseas outlets to receive their shipments in the following few weeks.http://hypebeast.com/image/2007/11/firmament-soft-rocks.jpg
Paris boutique Colette has just released their latest mix CD. Created by Michel Gaubert and Marie Branellec, the CD includes a wide variety of deep ballads and melodies. The cover design was created by Max Nillson with illustrations by Kaws. Available now at Colette. The track list can be seen after the jump.
Tracklist: 1. Virna Lindt : The Dossier on Virna Lindt
2. The Polyphonic Spree : Lithium
3. Low Moda : Ready To Go (Gospel Song)
4. Miracle fortress : Maybe Lately
5. Holger Czukay : The Photo Song
6. Dijf Sanders : The Jizz Incident (Slow mix)
7. Jack Nitzsche : Prelude #4 in G, OP 28
8. Marc Almond : Strangers In The Night
9. Syreeta : Spinnin’ and Spinnin’
10. Tomita : Snowflakes Are Dancing (Children’s Corner, N°4)
11. Tarwater : Shirley Temple
12. Shape of Broad Minds : Electric Blue
13. Eddie kendricks : My People…Hold On
14. Alain Kan : Nadine, Jimmy et Moi
15. Tall Pony : I’m Your Boyfriend Now
16. Caribou : Melody Day (Four Tet Remix)
17. Studio : Indo
