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“A LIL STORY BEHIND MY PATH…”

▪️I keep taking about how music & art are so connected and breed more creation❗️That’s Life right? Well here’s proof through my career from experience, of what I’m talking about 🤔 This is not a fable. Last week, April 29, Grammy award winning producer, and literal hiphop sound shaper, @eightyocho ( YES HIM )… finally had HIS song recognized as @riaa_awards certified gold 😃 The single, is from 2019 feat. @macmiller & Sia, called “THAT’S LIFE”. So you’re asking, “It took 7+ years… Why so long”❓So rewind to 2015 or so, and I first met 88 online, through a musical opportunity he was offering from his label. Me being me, I hit him up and he responded. We built through our mutual love of Hiphop, and wanting to help upcoming emcees, to work on giving positions at the next level. Unfortunately, the artist I was managing at the time couldn’t see the light, but what transpired was worth the time and investment. I ended up getting some unreleased music of his and more importantly, built a trust and relationship with him. All the proof I need. Now fast forward several years and we were talking on the phone bout music and family, and he gave me the rundown. This single even had merch and the whole release campaign, ready to give to the world from all parties. I even bought the hoodie below. What came next, is a common yet tragic story in music history, of leaking and legal matrix of corporate lawyer bullshit. Ultimately leading to the pause and cancellation of the entire release. Now fast forward and the record finally got put out & 88 credited. That’s the point and that’s the story! I havnt spoken to him in a while but ecstatic it finally paid off. Here my #DRIPDIE custom of the out of stock, limited, almost never happened, official @1801.records merch release ✌🏼❤️👐🏼

#xGrantGatsby
#OhioByNature
@thegreatgrantgatsby

“A LIL STORY BEHIND MY PATH…”

▪️I keep taking about how music & art are so connected and breed more creation❗️That’s Life right? Well here’s proof through my career from experience, of what I’m talking about 🤔 This is not a fable. Last week, April 29, Grammy award winning producer, and literal hiphop sound shaper, @eightyocho ( YES HIM )… finally had HIS song recognized as @riaa_awards certified gold 😃 The single, is from 2019 feat. @macmiller & Sia, called “THAT’S LIFE”. So you’re asking, “It took 7+ years… Why so long”❓So rewind to 2015 or so, and I first met 88 online, through a musical opportunity he was offering from his label. Me being me, I hit him up and he responded. We built through our mutual love of Hiphop, and wanting to help upcoming emcees, to work on giving positions at the next level. Unfortunately, the artist I was managing at the time couldn’t see the light, but what transpired was worth the time and investment. I ended up getting some unreleased music of his and more importantly, built a trust and relationship with him. All the proof I need. Now fast forward several years and we were talking on the phone bout music and family, and he gave me the rundown. This single even had merch and the whole release campaign, ready to give to the world from all parties. I even bought the hoodie below. What came next, is a common yet tragic story in music history, of leaking and legal matrix of corporate lawyer bullshit. Ultimately leading to the pause and cancellation of the entire release. Now fast forward and the record finally got put out & 88 credited. That’s the point and that’s the story! I havnt spoken to him in a while but ecstatic it finally paid off. Here my #DRIPDIE custom of the out of stock, limited, almost never happened, official @1801.records merch release ✌🏼❤️👐🏼

#xGrantGatsby
#OhioByNature
@thegreatgrantgatsby

“A LIL STORY BEHIND MY PATH…”

▪️I keep taking about how music & art are so connected and breed more creation❗️That’s Life right? Well here’s proof through my career from experience, of what I’m talking about 🤔 This is not a fable. Last week, April 29, Grammy award winning producer, and literal hiphop sound shaper, @eightyocho ( YES HIM )… finally had HIS song recognized as @riaa_awards certified gold 😃 The single, is from 2019 feat. @macmiller & Sia, called “THAT’S LIFE”. So you’re asking, “It took 7+ years… Why so long”❓So rewind to 2015 or so, and I first met 88 online, through a musical opportunity he was offering from his label. Me being me, I hit him up and he responded. We built through our mutual love of Hiphop, and wanting to help upcoming emcees, to work on giving positions at the next level. Unfortunately, the artist I was managing at the time couldn’t see the light, but what transpired was worth the time and investment. I ended up getting some unreleased music of his and more importantly, built a trust and relationship with him. All the proof I need. Now fast forward several years and we were talking on the phone bout music and family, and he gave me the rundown. This single even had merch and the whole release campaign, ready to give to the world from all parties. I even bought the hoodie below. What came next, is a common yet tragic story in music history, of leaking and legal matrix of corporate lawyer bullshit. Ultimately leading to the pause and cancellation of the entire release. Now fast forward and the record finally got put out & 88 credited. That’s the point and that’s the story! I havnt spoken to him in a while but ecstatic it finally paid off. Here my #DRIPDIE custom of the out of stock, limited, almost never happened, official @1801.records merch release ✌🏼❤️👐🏼

#xGrantGatsby
#OhioByNature
@thegreatgrantgatsby

My 19th or so RIAA Certification but my 1st credited as Primary Artist

Thanks to all who made this possible: Daniel, S.i.A., Aaron Bayshuck @irkostudiobeat, Ms. Meyers, Miller, @wentz_sr, @lavallemusic & Ye… & a host of others

Continue to rest easy Mac & thank you again #MostDope ☀️🤍🕊️

The Best Part by J-Live is a standout underground hip-hop debut that blends sharp lyricism, thoughtful storytelling, and classic boom-bap production into a cohesive and timeless listening experience. Recorded in the late ’90s and brought to life with contributions from renowned producers like DJ Premier, Pete Rock, and Prince Paul, the album showcases J-Live’s ability to balance intellectual depth with engaging flows and creative concepts. Tracks such as “Braggin Writes,” “Them That’s Not,” and “Wax Paper” highlight his versatility, combining humor, social insight, and narrative skill over soulful, sample-driven beats, resulting in a cohesive project that captures the essence of golden-era hip-hop while pushing it forward with originality and finesse.
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Click (or copy and paste) the links below to listen to the full album and many more!

VAULT 44 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2UOiTx8rxjCgNTcuVgfetX?si=475c9b4c69974dd6&pt=d934e2ee65c2519aa8c6eff88d64f7c4
RAP: 2001 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ke7TZpyJYfBi6uifhVhvQ?si=c401dcd25e1941b6&pt=27f89d4aa4ae41f7bd4879d1566b742e
RAP: FAVORITES https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3KilAGoy6yBZSl3xHzKBMf?si=8f38fa4be7b84dac&pt=6bcd4bb533f18ccae61a62ee17815fe9
RAP: CHILL https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2N7xry33SHPPIkiayl5uFY?si=3e9126953c594449
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#HipHop #UndergroundHipHop #BoomBap #ClassicHipHop #RapMusic

By @audreyschilt …

In 1965, upon graduating from @fitnyc , I began my journey as @halston ‘s first sketch artist at @bergdorfs

Decades later, I was honored, thanks to Natasha Roberts-Kay @natasharobertskay , to present a body of work inspired by my time at @ralphlauren capturing behind-the-scenes moments through painting.

Returning to Bergdorf was, in every sense, a homecoming. ❤️

Forever an artist,�Audrey

Discover more at:�www.audreyschilt.com

🎥 Directed by @mattfingazboc
🎵 Music by @eightyocho @wentz_sr
🖼️ Curated by @natasharobertskay

#bergdorfgoodman #fashionhistory #ralphlauren #artexhibition #nycart

Stay tuned…

🎯 A beat that found its way to Pusha T 18 years after it was made #samplebreakdown

( @kingpush @eightyocho @ye )

Last One Before Nighty Night 😴

Migh- Will delete later 🫥

Getting our fingers dusty… Chicago Edition #NoID #TheLegendaryTraxster #88Keys

Jaisu!!!

I made the original version of this beat back in September 2017

Then revisited the beat w/ my guy Wentz in October 2022

I like both versions… Will post o.g. version later

#MPCX #KeysOpenDoorsLLC

Who Remembers “Maxi-Singles”?

I was in a short lived somewhat of a “parody” rap group with my guys Ev’ & ALC

Fun times on The Fresh Rhymes & Videotape Tour

(Mixed by IRKO The Audio Nutritionist)

The one and only 88-Keys on MPC Renaissance. @eightyocho we salute you! 🫡🎛️