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ArtOfficial - Don't Sweat the Technique
Artist: ArtOfficial
Producer: ArtOfficial
Album: The Payback
Label: Unsigned
Putting a new spin on a hip-hop classic while remaining true to the source material is a delicate task, and it doesn’t get more classic than Don’t Sweat the Technique, the title track and lead single off Eric B. and Rakim‘s fourth LP. Are ArtOfficial, who rework the fondly-remembered cut on the latest single off their DJBooth.net-sponsored The Payback mixtape, up to the challenge? As far as I’m concerned, the answer is “Hell yes.” Here, instrumentalists Danny Perez, Manny Patino, Ralf Valencia and Keith Cooper deliver a slightly tweaked take on Eric B.‘s jazzy beat as emcees Logics and Newsense drop some appropriately retro-informed braggadocio: “They wanna know, how many styles have I ripped and repped / but researchers haven’t found all the pieces yet…” What do you think, Booth readers – have the Miami ensemble done justice to the timeless original? If you like what you’re hearing and haven’t already checked out ArtOfficial’s latest street album, um, what are you waiting for? The Payback is available right here in the Booth for free streaming and download.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on May 24, 2010
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11639 |
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The original "Don't Sweat the Technique" is a classic record. Normally, I heavily dislike any artist who attempts to remake a classic. Why? The remake is never as good. Different sometimes, but almost always a disappointment.
ArtOfficial, however, are the furthest thing from a disappointment. In fact, I would only use the word disappointment to express my feelings towards any Booth regular who still has yet to cop their "Payback" album. The new "Don't Sweat the Technique" is everything I love about today's music landscape despite its borrowed nature. 
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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Another standout track from this OUTSTANDING project. Not many artists are truly able to put their own stamp on a cover. ArtOfficial isn't many artists.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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"Payback" is an awesome album, and I'd be surprised if anybody who regularly goes on Djbooth hasn't at least listened to the whole thing.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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Saxophone is hella sexy, spittin' nice, very unique group..
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 904 |
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One of my favorite tracks on the album. Imagine if Rakim dropped a guest verse over this? Insane! I would love to see this live.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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tune
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 2476 |
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Makes me want to bust out my Adidas tracksuit and start six-stepping, which I would do, if I wasn't a terrible breaker.
Anyway, I wouldn't trust such a classic cut with many groups, but luckily Art Official is one of them. Considering the original record sampled a live horn and drums, this track brings things back full circle. Dopeness.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 225 |
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wow this is something else?
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 288 |
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Well it’s kinda hard to remake a classic like “Don’t Sweat the Technique” by Eric B & Rakim. Because Rakim is the greatest emcee of all time, and his flow on every single track is untouchable. Not a big fan of this remake.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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all about it!!!!!
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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banger
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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The game's going back to the past-let this be a lesson for anyone who tries to shove "progression" down our throats-Z said it perfectly!
I LOVE jazz-hip-hop blends! |
| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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Definitely a draw to listen to the rest of their mixtape. I would not be able to tell where they're from by just listening to this record.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 877 |
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Not really a fan of this. Never heard the original before. Not liking the jazz in this.
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| Posted on May 20, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 72 |
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I like the song but almost every song has the same vibe. Ya know, the musicians all have a certain style so it all kind sounds the same. Nice sound but more than one song isn't for me.
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| Posted on May 21, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 1216 |
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With all due respect to ArtOfficial, no one and I mean no one can top Rakim Allah. The original is a classic for a reason and even though is more than the original, I would take the original anyday. Very good remake, to say the least.
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| Posted on May 21, 2010 |
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everything ArtOfficial is doing right now is right, they have the technique to make consistent bangers- covering some tough songs and pulling it off all the time. anyone who hasnt, check out 'The Payback" NOW!
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| Posted on May 23, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 2065 |
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Some classics should not be remade like the Wizard of Oz & Casablanca movies and Don't Sweat the Technique.
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| Posted on May 24, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 4267 |
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Paying respects to the Original the right way. These guys sure know what they are doing. I dig it !!
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| Posted on May 28, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 214 |
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WOW!
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| Posted on Jun 11, 2010 |
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