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How to Cut & Paste: The Thirties Edition

DJ Yoda · 2009

55 min · 22 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant collage of vintage jazz and swing infused with modern hip-hop beats and turntablism.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Beatin Bangin Scratchin — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with an energetic mix of rhythmic scratching and upbeat jazz samples, demonstrating Yoda's technical prowess.
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    Minnie the Moocher — This track cleverly combines Cab Calloway's iconic vocal performance with modern beats, highlighting Yoda's skill in reinterpreting classic material for a new audience.
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    Reefer Man — Its playful sampling and infectious groove encapsulate the whimsical vibe of the era, showcasing how Yoda seamlessly integrates humor into his productions.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Minnie the Moocher

    The song shifts from an instrumental hook to Calloway's distinct vocal delivery adds a lively contrast.

    This transition underscores the interplay between past and present, emphasizing Yoda's creative manipulation of historical sounds.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beatin Bangin Scratchin 3:53
  • 2 One O Clock Jump 3:10
  • 3 Ballin the Jack 2:14
  • 4 Cheesecake 2:30
  • 5 Minnie the Moocher 3:13
  • 6 Black and Tan Fantasy 1:54
  • 7 Caravan 1:53
  • 8 Lament 1, Bird's Lament 1:49
  • 9 An Occasional Man 3:48
  • 10 Ugly Woman 2:51
  • 11 Yip Roc Heresy 2:52
  • 12 Ding Dong Daddy 1:49
  • 13 Walking the Blues 2:42
  • 14 Reefer Song 1:37
  • 15 Reefer Man 2:35
  • 16 Don't Mean a Thing 1:45
  • 17 Red River Blues 1:11
  • 18 Big Rock Candy Mountain 1:48
  • 19 Trouble So Hard 0:58
  • 20 Sometimes 0:55
  • 21 Hellhound on My Trail 1:11
  • 22 Hello I Must Be Going 8:45

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