We've been reminiscing of late and thought we'd stick all the tunes that came up into a page fo you to get all nostalgic... get in touch if you want to add any to the list and we'll see what we can do
Silver Bullet - 20 seconds to comply (12inch mix)
Silver Bullet was a rapper born in London, although he moved to Leighton Buzzard as a youngster and then to Aylesbury in 1988. He is most remembered for his singles “Bring Forth the Guillotine” (Tam Tam record label, 1989) and “20 Seconds to Comply”, although he is still releasing records to this day.
Silver Bullet’s first recorded work followed his move to Aylesbury, where he became part of the group Triple Element, who released the tune “What’s Dat Sound?” (also Tam Tam, 1988). Having come to the attention of the label, they went on to release his seminal single, “Bring Forth the Guillotine”.
Ganja Kru - super sharp shooter
Ganja Kru is a drum and bass trio comprised of DJ Hype, DJ Zinc, and Pascal that originally started as a collaboration for Ganja Records, and later released for Parousia, Frontline and True Playaz. They have have been at the forefrotnm of drum and bass for many years, releasing soem serious tunes along the way... this is probably one of their most well known
Son of Noise - keep it goin
Following the break up of Hardnoise, Son and Mada continued the Hardnoise sound with a new band, Son of Noise. They were joined by Curoc (Q-Roc, recently departed from Gunshot) and released the single "Son of Noise/Ill Justice" (Kold Sweat, 1991). The single was well received, but following disagreements with the record company over the use of the acapellas of their songs, the group parted company with Music of Life.
Son of Noise were quickly snapped up by Music of Life's main rivals, Kold Sweat, and released more singles and their debut album The Mighty Son of Noise (Kold Sweat, 1992). Whilst recording this album, they were joined by a fourth member - DJ Renegade, who previously DJed with UK legend Blade and Most Dominant (the latter already with Kold Sweat from their promo "Pushed 2 Da Limit" (Kold Sweat, 1992)). The album was again well received, making good on the promise of the early singles (both as Son of Noise and as Hardnoise) and earning the group respect within the scene.
Caveman - victory
Caveman was a British hip hop group originally from High Wycombe, consisting of MCM, the Principal, and Diamond J. They were the first British hip hop group to be signed to a major U.S. record label, Profile Records, and quickly established themselves as one of the UK's more popular and versatile acts.
The group's first releases were the twelve inch single "Victory" (Profile, 1990) and "Fry You Like Fish" (Profile, 1990), and the I'm Ready EP (Profile, 1990). This established their jazz-based style of hip hop, influenced by U.S. artists such as Gang Starr. The song "I'm Ready", however, was based on Jimi Hendrix's, "Crosstown Traffic" and showed early on a liking for the harder style that they adopted for later releases. "I'm Ready" was a popular song, and still regularly turns up on hip hop compilation albums today.
F.o.r.c.e - pure power
F.o.r.c.e. on Dance Energy, back in the (well A) day around 91 or something...
Tha 4orce aka F.O.R.C.E on Dance Energy performing 'Pure Power' with K.Zee in 1991. Ronin Inc days, Tha 4orce was 16 years old and had the dope 'Dapper Dan' handmade Nike tracksuit from the states! WORD!
Organized Konfusion - who stole the last piece of chicken
Organized Konfusion was an alternative hip-hop duo from Queens, New York.
Band members Prince Po and Pharoahe Monch began their career as Simply 2 Positive and then signed to Hollywood Records for 1991’s Organized Konfusion. The album was commercially unsuccessful but critically acclaimed, as was the follow-up, Stress: The Extinction Agenda (1994) and the duo moved to Priority Records for the concept album The Equinox in 1997.
Monch has also launched a successful solo career, highlighted by his album Internal Affairs. Prince Poetry released The Slickness in 2004. A reunion album remains a distinct possibility.
W.B.I. Red Ninja - danger zone
W.B.I. (With Bad Intention) Red Ninja are Motion, Loopmaster T, Daddy Ninja, Eye Q, DJ Stix, Gadget Ninja, Arms'ouse Ninja and Greedy G. This one brings back many memories.. nice
Hardnoise - untitled
Hardnoise were one of the founding fathers of the British hip hop scene, and - along with early label-mates Hijack - set the template for the UK hardcore sound. The group only released a handful of singles, before reforming with a changed membership as Son of Noise.
Following this release, Nyce D died due to sickle cell. A further single - "Mice In The Presence Of The Lion/Serve Tea Then Murder" (Music of Life, 1991) - came out to great acclaim, but shortly afterwards the group decided to go their separate ways. AJ continues to produce, and releases mixtapes on a regular basis, whilst Gemini worked with the group Bushkilla and went on to record under the name Bloodhound.
Gunshot - battle creek brawl
They released their debut single "Battle Creek Brawl" (Vinyl Solution, 1990) to some acclaim, which was followed swiftly by the single "No Sell Out/Crime Story" (Vinyl Solution, 1991). Both singles were well received within the hip hop scene, but following this release Q-Roc left the group to join Son of Noise under the name Curoc. Mercury, Alkaline and White Child Rix continued with the group, releasing a succession of singles in 1991/1992 that soon cemented them a place as one of the leaders of the UK hip hop scene.
Demon Boyz - vibes
The Demon Boyz were a British hip hop group formed in London by Demon D, Mike J and DJ Devastate. They began rapping whilst in their early teens, performing at the Rebel MC’s Beat Freak gigs. Their big break came when they won a competition on Dave Pearce’s rap show, their prize being to perform live on stage with Derek B, Faze One and T La Rock at a gig at Camden Palace.
Three singles and the landmark album Recognition (Music of Life, 1989)& heavily featured on music of Life's album "Hustlers Convention" considered by many to be rap's first ever live album followed, and the success of the former brought the group to the attention of Island Records’ subsidiary Mango Records.
Sindecut - live the life
MC Crazy Noddy, DJ Fingers, Louise Francis, Lyn E Lyn, Don't Ramp & Spikey Tee...nuff said
Hijack - style wars revenge
Hijack were a hip hop group from Brixton in London, featuring Kamanchi Sly, DJ Supreme, DJ Undercover, Ulysses, Agent Fritz and Agent Clueso
Ice T signed the group to his own Rhyme Syndicate record label, and they recorded and released the single "The Badman is Robbin'" (Rhyme Syndicate, 1989).
London Posse - jump around
London Posse were one of the earliest groups to emerge from the British hip hop scene, initially being formed by Sipho the Human Beatbox who asked friends Rodney P, Bionic and DJ Biznezz to join him for a tour of the US supporting Mick Jones’ (formerly of The Clash) new group, Big Audio Dynamite. When they first formed, they didn’t even have a name, but whilst playing in New York City, they were constantly referred to as “the London Posse” because of their hometown, and the name stuck. On their return, they released a single “London Posse” (Big Life, 1987) produced by Tim Westwood, which detailed their experiences.
Hope you've enjoyed this little trip down memory lane
M
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