Our first edition is dedicated to DjParler! DJ Parler is one of ElephantInDaRoom favoirtes! Check out his SAMPLOLOGY Series! Let us know what you think!
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The SAMPLOLOGY mixtape series, mixed by DJ Parler (par-lay), is a compilation of music & the original songs that inspired them. Each chapter highlights a select artist, producer or genre.
Current available mixes include:
J Dilla Chapter, highlighting music produced by the late James Yancey a.k.a. J Dilla.
K West Chapter, featuring material that Kanye West has appeared on as Producer and/or MC.
A Gangster Chapter, inspired by Jay-Z's American Gangster, mixing the soundtracks songs with their original samples. Philly Intl Records Chapter, covering the 70's label that brought such greats as The O'Jays, Patti Labelle, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, Teddy Pendergrass, Lou Rawls, Billy Paul and more.
When asked to comment on the state of mixtapes and sampling usage in Hip Hop, DJ Parler remarked "These compilations aren't intended to substitute the actual CDs nor their samples, but to complement the albums and excite those in search of good music. I'm hoping that after hearing my mixes, people will want to dig deeper." Stay tuned for more chapters to come. "…a timeless mix for the ages"- HipHopDX.com
For more on DJ Parler and SAMPLOLOGY go to: www.myspace.com/djparler For booking & info http://djparlerbooking@gmail.com
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