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The Redland - Don't Know What It Means
Artist: The Redland
Producer: The Redland
Album: The Free Album [Presented by DJBooth.net]
Label: Redland Ent. (Unsigned)
For being one of the most revered groups in rock history, not to mention a favorite and prominent influence of none other than Lil Wayne, Nirvana sure doesn’t seem to get sampled very often – not even on free mixtapes, where clearance issues are routinely ignored. I Don’t Know What It Means either but, after hearing The Redland‘s latest feature, we can definitely cross “Because it would sound bad,” off our list of potential reasons. Making its world premiere at DJBooth.net, this newly-leaked track off the Louisiana/Oklahoma-repping duo’s forthcoming, DJBooth.net-presented mixtape finds Earv Legend and Kose flipping Nevermind track In Bloom into a characteristically insightful meditation on the deceptive nature of the music game. The Redland’s blend of reflective rhymes and soulful sung vocals is as potent as ever, and the sample’s chorus sounds right at home over their pensive, reverb-drenched boardwork. Should more beatsmiths be looking to the grunge greats for musical inspiration? Whatever your take, there’s no denying this track’s appeal. For more from The Redland, check out The Free Album, set to hit the ‘net Sept. 29.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on October 5, 2009
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 I love Nirvana, I think the sample was from "In Bloom."
Not a big fan of southern rap, but these guys are dope. |
| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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Cuzzo I see you doing yor thing...keep it up cuz you takin it to a next level and we need that.... u alreadii
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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This is the second Nirvana reference on the Booth this week (peep Lloyd's "Cobain, she blows my brain" line on Pusha). Seems like 90's grunge is ripe for some dope sampling, but it's probably just too out the box for most rappers. Props to Redland for pushing boundaries.
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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Score - 3 for 3.
BANGER!!! I'm downloading this Mixtape as soon as it gonna drop, to hopefully find a bunch more music just like this joint and beyond. |
| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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It's been a long time coming. Lyrics on point. Delightful sounds
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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Word!!!!I love what they did with "In Bloom" its beyond me how they got the lyrics to blends so perfectly with a Kurt Cobain hook, but great work Redland!!!
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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I saw the video on youtube loved it. Incredible job!
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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FIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Amazing, rap needs this - I hear they are supposed to be going on the studio with super producer Alex Goose. Anyone else know of this? Rap needs this. PERIOD!
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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is that nirvana voice in the background?! this beat sounds nice too! not bad ;)
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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Great music but I'm not crazy for his voice. Overall great song! It's great they made such a good cover of a Nirvana's song
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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Love the sound - Great mix
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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Wow this is some of the best sampling i've heard in the past month.
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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This is classic. Nicely done. This duo is making some noise.
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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nice piece; made me want to listen to lyrics even more after hearing the well known beats. meaningful lyrics; love it guys. keep em rolling
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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I have been following this group for many years and I sense impending greatness. Great job mixing.Great video on Youtube "Don't know what it means"
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Wow! didn't see this coming. The Redland has struck again! will definitely support. just went to dontknowwhatitmeans.com and downloaded. Dope!
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Someone better tell Drake to watch out. I hear The blueprint 3 outtakes Alex Goose might mash up with these guys for a mixtape track...kinda like gnarls barkley meets outcast.
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Someone better tell Drake to watch out. I hear The blueprint 3 outtakes Alex Goose might mash up with these guys for a mixtape track...kinda like gnarls barkley meets outcast.
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Someone better tell Drake to watch out. I hear The blueprint 3 outtakes Alex Goose might mash up with these guys for a mixtape track...kinda like gnarls barkley meets outcast.
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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love the song, its has a smooth feel that you can ride to. keep it moving
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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man this is a cool song!!!! the flow is dope, its like a RB jam with a twist soul
from dewayne |
| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Great song, high energy can't wait to see you in my town HOUSTON TEXAS!!!!!
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Wow this is the best music I've heard in years. I can't believe there is still great music still being made in the Hip-Hop community. Classic mixtape
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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Needs to be on the radio. Anyone that can sample nirvana and make it work is a true artist.
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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The lyrics are real and the beat gets your head to bobbing. Really like it.
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2009 |
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The lyrics are real and the beat gets your head to bobbing. Really like it.
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2009 |
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this is creative, never thought i would hear nirvana sampled in a hip hop song...not bad
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2009 |
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| Posted on Sep 28, 2009 |
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wow this is perfect, the sample is dope and these guys are good
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2009 |
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MORE REFLECTIVE THAN THE LAST, BUT JUST AS ENJOYABLE! MAY YOU ALL CONTINUE TO GROW AND PROSPER!
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2009 |
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This joint is a real crossover hit. Anyone I no can get behind this song.
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2009 |
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Redland's music in its most general meaning provides
source of knowledge in world problems. |
| Posted on Sep 30, 2009 |
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Teach the children the truth. Lord forgive me for the things I have done. Everything I did was to survive. Great lyrics and incredible song.
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| Posted on Oct 01, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 02, 2009 |
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great song!
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| Posted on Oct 02, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 03, 2009 |
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Excellent job, keep it up!
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| Posted on Oct 03, 2009 |
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great song,great sample,great verses
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| Posted on Oct 05, 2009 |
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Great message! The Free Album drops tomorrow!
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| Posted on Oct 05, 2009 |
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And you don't know what it means...catchy beat, inspirational song...u guys rap with a purpose and that is why I like ur group.
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| Posted on Oct 06, 2009 |
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Exactly the song I wanna hear before I go on a short holiday before work kixz it up again, awsum
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| Posted on Oct 07, 2009 |
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Excellent job!
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| Posted on Oct 07, 2009 |
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This is a really dope blend of alternative and hip hop genres. The whole album has a good consistant vibe...check it out
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| Posted on Oct 09, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 09, 2009 |
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I think that this is a major hit for sure. So much of the rap/hip hop today sounds so much alike, this is something totally different and fresh. It's what this genre needs.
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| Posted on Oct 10, 2009 |
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Distinctive sound - Thoughtful lyrics
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| Posted on Oct 10, 2009 |
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cool song :D
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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This is 1 of my favorite songs off of the mixtape! I love the sample from Nirvana. It brings me back to the days when music was real. I like how the Redland uses "Don't Know What It Means" to expand on how people in our generation are living a lifestyle that they don't totally understand. Pay attention people! This is real music!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Nice Job :D
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Simply said, I LOVE IT! I love Nirvana and to mix it with some dope lyrics… Genius!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Not a club banger..but doesn't matter, lyrics and sound are sick. Song Needs to be in heavy rotation.
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Beautiful music
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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You're the best!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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That was hot!!! The fire has been brought!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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very soulful music!
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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cool song....
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Does anybody have a download for this song? I cant find it anywhere
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| Posted on Oct 11, 2009 |
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Excellent job on this song.
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| Posted on Oct 12, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 12, 2009 |
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I just found the download link http://www.zshare.net/audio/65719371ca9e151a/
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| Posted on Oct 12, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 12, 2009 |
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lol man leave nirvana out of hip hop, it sounds retarded.
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| Posted on Oct 13, 2009 |
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| Posted on Oct 16, 2009 |
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Sounds great . We need to hear more of this type of music
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| Posted on Oct 17, 2009 |
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Absolutely a classic.
Used to be a big Nirvana fan. Good to hear the mixing of genres. -Spencer Mc. |
| Posted on Oct 19, 2009 |
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Awesome song!!! Love it!!
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| Posted on Oct 27, 2009 |
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Redland put this together well. The production compliments the sound of the artists well. Slowing down the second verse and bringing in the soulful sound brought it home.
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| Posted on Nov 09, 2009 |
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good song.
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| Posted on Dec 10, 2009 |
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Good song
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| Posted on Dec 11, 2009 |
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