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Who Sampled This?

Rob Swift · 2003

56 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant collage of hip-hop beats and intricate turntablism that celebrates the art of sampling.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Queens Lounge — This track embodies the essence of Swift's style, blending smooth beats with clever cuts that highlight his technical prowess as a turntablist.
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    Rob Swift Meets Charlie Parker — An ambitious cross-genre tribute, this track juxtaposes jazz elements with hip-hop rhythms, showcasing Swift's ability to merge diverse musical influences seamlessly.
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    The Half Time Radio Show — With its extended format, this piece demonstrates Swift's storytelling through sound, creating an immersive experience that reflects the culture of hip-hop radio shows.
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    Fraudulent Fakes — This track stands out for its critical commentary on authenticity in music, employing samples and scratches to emphasize its message while maintaining a danceable groove.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:21
  • 2 Queens Lounge 4:46
  • 3 2 Minutes of Soul 2:25
  • 4 Shady Beats 3:13
  • 5 Funk Time 2:24
  • 6 The Half Time Radio Show 11:51
  • 7 Queens Lounge 2 1:54
  • 8 Rob Swift Meets Charlie Parker 3:22
  • 9 Interview With Coloured Man 3:17
  • 10 Slow It Down 1:14
  • 11 Precison on the Cut 3:08
  • 12 Some Laid Back Cool Shit 2:29
  • 13 Bad Boys 5:48
  • 14 Rude Boys 1:46
  • 15 Some Max Out Shit 4:09
  • 16 Fraudulent Fakes 3:40
  • 17 The End 0:26

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