Mister Scruff
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Inspired by the following thread:
http://www.ticklingforum.com/showthread.php?t=141882
The premise is simple: make a list of any obscure artists you like that more people should know about, dodgy music you really should hate but simply can't, or any embarrassing musical preferences you have:
Roots Manuva
I love Rodney. I really do. He's what British rappers should be, from the complete lack of any attempt to ape the US hip hop culture to the big, dirty back-beats. His references to cheese on toast and West Midland High Grade are likewise endearing, and best of all the Jamaican accent he raps in isn't put-on. Well, not much. Have a listen to Witness The Fitness, Buff Nuff and Ital to get an idea of what he's about.
Mister Scruff
My username is stolen from a music producer from Stockport (or is it Stoke? I forget) who produces some of the strangest music I've ever heard, but for some reason can't get enough of, and also makes his own cartoon videos from his weird potato-stick-man animations. One of his albums is called "Trouser Jazz" which should give you some indication of which side of the field he's coming from. "Get A Move On" and "Jazz Potato" are probably the most "normal" songs he's done, and thus are a good starting point for anyone who wants to give him a listen. Be warned though, it gets weird from there on out. Words cannot describe the genius of "Fish". He also did a collabo with Roots Manuva called "Jus Jus" which is quite good.
Ska-P
Leftie ska band from Spain; my Spanish isn't fantastic but the general rule is if Hugo Chavez would say it, that's what they're singing. Paramilitar, El Gato Lopez, Intifada and Estampida are decent choons.
Lupe Fiasco
Dunno how big he is over the pond but he's not a massive name on our little island. His rapping type shenanigans are a nice departure from the usual fuckwitted gangster fare that seems to end up on the radio; Dumb It Down, Little Weapon, The Instrumental and Kick Push are my favourite songs he's done. Superstar also. And Niggas Gotta Eat is quite funny.
Faf Larage
Because French people rapping is just funny.
And last but by no means least, one of the greatest talents ever to emerge from the glorious city of Liverpool, a man who needs no introduction; ladies and gentlemen the one, the only...
Jacko, The Tramp With The Cardboard Guitar
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http://www.ticklingforum.com/showthread.php?t=141882
The premise is simple: make a list of any obscure artists you like that more people should know about, dodgy music you really should hate but simply can't, or any embarrassing musical preferences you have:
Roots Manuva
I love Rodney. I really do. He's what British rappers should be, from the complete lack of any attempt to ape the US hip hop culture to the big, dirty back-beats. His references to cheese on toast and West Midland High Grade are likewise endearing, and best of all the Jamaican accent he raps in isn't put-on. Well, not much. Have a listen to Witness The Fitness, Buff Nuff and Ital to get an idea of what he's about.
Mister Scruff
My username is stolen from a music producer from Stockport (or is it Stoke? I forget) who produces some of the strangest music I've ever heard, but for some reason can't get enough of, and also makes his own cartoon videos from his weird potato-stick-man animations. One of his albums is called "Trouser Jazz" which should give you some indication of which side of the field he's coming from. "Get A Move On" and "Jazz Potato" are probably the most "normal" songs he's done, and thus are a good starting point for anyone who wants to give him a listen. Be warned though, it gets weird from there on out. Words cannot describe the genius of "Fish". He also did a collabo with Roots Manuva called "Jus Jus" which is quite good.
Ska-P
Leftie ska band from Spain; my Spanish isn't fantastic but the general rule is if Hugo Chavez would say it, that's what they're singing. Paramilitar, El Gato Lopez, Intifada and Estampida are decent choons.
Lupe Fiasco
Dunno how big he is over the pond but he's not a massive name on our little island. His rapping type shenanigans are a nice departure from the usual fuckwitted gangster fare that seems to end up on the radio; Dumb It Down, Little Weapon, The Instrumental and Kick Push are my favourite songs he's done. Superstar also. And Niggas Gotta Eat is quite funny.
Faf Larage
Because French people rapping is just funny.
And last but by no means least, one of the greatest talents ever to emerge from the glorious city of Liverpool, a man who needs no introduction; ladies and gentlemen the one, the only...
Jacko, The Tramp With The Cardboard Guitar
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