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Blue Scholars - HI-808
Producer: DJ Sabzi
Album: OOF! EP
Label: Duck Down Records
Though it would be naïve to assume that the Aloha State’s all about poi, ukuleles, and getting lei-ed by grass-skirted hula girls, the fact of the matter is that most mainlanders—myself included—have only the vaguest notions of what goes on in the “real Hawaii.” Straight outta Honolulu, emcee/producer duo Blue Scholars are here to deliver the inside scoop in a fresh, head-bobbing hip-hop package. On HI-808, the Scholars’ Booth debut and the lead single off their forthcoming EP, rapper Geologic takes listeners on a tour of his home streets, touching on such topics as the state’s ice (that is, methamphetamine) epidemic and sizable military population, as well as paying tribute to the tropical climate and the local party scene. Complete with a street-certified, organ-driven instrumental by DJ/producer Sabzi, this track is both ear-catching and lyrically real—if your interest is piqued, say “Aloha” (in the “Hello” sense) to the duo’s OOF! EP when it drops August 25th.
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Blue Scholars are not for everyone. In fact, the first three times I listened to this record I was not sold. However, after much consideration, it grew on me. The unique production and the lyrical finesse did the trick. Rotating...
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| Posted on Aug 17, 2009 |
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aww see, if that beat wud have continue how it did in the beginning, this wudve been a banger automatically. its not wack but it changed, and i stayed for the verses which werent bad either. so rotation.
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| Posted on Aug 17, 2009 |
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very unique. major props on comin outta Hawaii out of all places and delivering a new and refreshing sound to the booth. this bangs from the beat, to the lyrics, and all the way to the hook. nice ish!!
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| Posted on Aug 17, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 267 |
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A track to fully appreciate after 3 spins, and even better after that. Creative production from Sabzi.
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| Posted on Aug 18, 2009 |
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Sabzi's thumping production here really had my head spun ... Unique instrumental equipped with some lyrics which are well thought-out as they are smoothly delivered .... Nice! introduction.
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| Posted on Aug 18, 2009 |
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| Posted on Aug 18, 2009 |
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Neptunes anyone? This is ok. I really don't have much to say about this one. It didn't keep my attention.
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| Posted on Aug 18, 2009 |
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| Posted on Aug 21, 2009 |
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Please tell me that Djbooth knows that Blue scholars are actually from seattle and not hawaii
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| Posted on Aug 26, 2009 |
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