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Knowledge Medina - Dead Or Alive
Artist: Knowledge Medina
Producer: Numonics
Album: Never Enough EP
Label: Studio 643
The tunes being spun at radio are a far cry from the ‘80s and ‘90s but, with the sheer number of prominent artists who continue to embody the spirit of the old-school, it’s a wonder how heads can still fall for the idea that hip-hop’s met its maker. Knowledge Medina, for one, isn’t interested in debating whether the genre’s Dead or Alive—as he explains on his latest EP leak (a Booth-exclusive world premiere!) he simply wants to be part of its resurrection. Project collaborator Numonics goes appropriately retro on the production tip, layering a chopped string-brass loop over a head-noddable rhythm section as the S. Florida native offers his blueprint for rap’s rejuvenation: “We could take it back to breakdancin’, real rappin’, DJs’ ill scratchin’.” On the back, REKS shouts-out a few of the many rhymesayers still carrying the torch for real hip-hop: “Termanology lives, Skyzoo lives, Slaughterhouse, talkin’ ‘bout what we’re givin’ to the kids.” Do you share Medina’s nostalgia for the genre’s past, and his hopes for the future? Then you won’t want to miss the progressive yet retro beats and rhymes to be found on Medina and Numonics’ Never Enough EP, scheduled to hit our mixtape page for free streaming and download Feb. 7.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on January 16, 2012
Listen to More: Knowledge Medina , REKS , Numonics , Downloads, Premiere Written by richard
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11633 |
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 Quality hip hop joint here. This is one of those records where you could either a) really listen to what both emcees spit and feel good about their message, or b) just vibe out to the excellent production under a good pair of cans.
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great track!
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this was rollin along nicely, until REKS took it to a new level - nice.
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A group of talented individuals on one track. Dopeness.
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This is an instant head-nodder. Dopeness all around, REKS is becoming one of my favorite emcees.
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Definitely dope -- salute!
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Diggity Dope!!! Can't wait for the EP!!!
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Love the collabo! Dope track!
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everything about this track is dopee big ups
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fresh
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People need to stop sleepin on Knowledge Medina! He's comin with that firee. Dope trackk
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Nice! Will check for this EP
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This has a cool 90's NYC type beat to it by Numonics. I like the flow of Knowledge and Reks on this track. I'll throw it into rotation.
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diggin it
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Smooth track with a message,enjoyed this immensely!
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Awesome track...
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Track was tight
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Dope track with an ill collab
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dope!
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Heat for sure! (My previous rating didn't post)
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Awesome. I am not really into Hip Hop & really enjoyed this. A must listen!!
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This track is dope!!
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Now this IS hip-hop!
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