Archive for the tag 'Alt Hip Hop'


Onra, Madvillain, Killer Mike, P.U.D.G.E.

Today, I have some alt hip hop beats to bump as you creep down the block.  It’s tough not to get started on a rant about the current state of commercial hip hop, or that of the engorged underground, which itself seems to be a driving source of lyrical material, so I’ll just get to […]


Mux Mool, Calmer, Bullion, Charles Trees

Tuesday, a free Mux Mool EP called Viking Funeral was released on Ghostly International, in anticipation of Minnesota-native Brian Lindgren’s debut full-length, Skulltaste.  The album artwork also represents my Ghostly debut in the catalog, an accomplishment I consider my biggest since my first album cover for Moodgadget.  The straightforward layout combines some of Brian’s incredible […]


Due Dillagence

I have been thinking recently about musicians of the decade, with features like the Ghostly 110 list, and countless best-of posts across music blogs, the conversation is definitely taking place.  Many musicians, producers, and bands have made indelible marks on music history, but from what I’ve seen, few have captivated more creatives (ie. designers, other […]