Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

TKR201

Colour

Black

Colour details

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-02-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Kudos

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

731946631156

Total Cap

Black LPx2

Artist

Kazi

Madlib

Genre GB

Hip Hop

Label GB

Below System

Below System Records is a Hip Hop record label from Almelo, the Netherlands. With a focus on discovering and promoting talented artists in the genre, Below System has become a respected name in the music industry. Known for their dedication to quality and authenticity, they have built a strong reputation for releasing innovative and impactful music.

Since its inception, Below System has worked with *l1030445* artists who are known for pushing boundaries and creating unique sounds. The label's roster includes some of the most influential names in Hip Hop, whose music resonates with fans worldwide. Their commitment to nurturing talent and providing a platform for emerging artists sets them apart from other labels.

With an extensive catalog of releases spanning various sub-genres within Hip Hop, Below System continues to be at the forefront of the music scene. Their passion for supporting artists shines through in every release, ensuring that listeners can always expect high-quality music that pushes artistic boundaries.

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Madlib is a multi-genre producer, MC, instrumentalist, and avid crate digger and record collector. Born on October 24, 1973 in Oakland, California, he comes from a talented musical family with his father being soul singer Otis Jackson Sr., his brother being Oh No, his uncle being jazz trumpeter Jon Faddis, and his cousin being Kan Kick.

Rising to prominence in the late-'90s hip-hop scene, Madlib quickly made a name for himself as a rapper, producer, and DJ. With his childhood friends in the Lootpack, he showcased his expansive style and deft touch for composition. As an enthusiastic crate digger with a deep reverence for jazz and soul music, Madlib embarked on ambitious solo projects that captivated audiences.

In addition to collaborating with artists like DJ Romes and Wild Child in the Lootpack, Madlib worked extensively with Los Angeles DJ Peanut Butter Wolf's Stones Throw label. He achieved critical success through albums such as Quasimoto's "The Unseen" where he handled vocals and production duties under both himself and his alter ego Quasimoto. Madlib also explored jazz through his Yesterday's New Quintet project where he played all the instruments himself.

Blackmarket Seminar, an album by Kazi and it's entirely produced by Madlib. Guest features by Madlib, MED, Wildchild, Declaime (Dudley Perkins) and Oh No.

The album was recorded in 1996, remastered in 2016 and now available on CD and all digital platforms.


 
 Message from Kazi:
 We recorded this album in the wee hours at CDP studios back in '96. It was pretty much me, Madlib and Declaime in the lab when this album was recorded.
 
 I learned so much from Lib cadence, rhyme patterns, timing and how to dig for records. What some people don't know is this cat actually took the time to show me how to make beats. I must say working with Lib was an amazing experience. The "Blackmarket Seminar" is a very raw and dark album. We came up with "Black Market" because at the time we were doing Hip Hop that nobody else was doing and to us you could only get it on the "Black Market". When you first play the album you'll hear characters on a skit in search of the black market seminar. We really tried to make it seem like the characters were outside walking around looking for it.
 
 We recorded a new video for the song "To Be Lost" as it is about MCs selling out to remain in the game and still makes perfect sense in the present day.

Blackmarket Seminar

Music GB

Discover "Blackmarket Seminar" by Kazi, an album entirely produced by Madlib. Available on CD and all digital platforms. Label: Below System.