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The team behind Drop the Needle + Producer of Once Were Brothers & Hip Hop Evolution + Electric Circus host Monika Deol = ???
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Why am I, against all better judgment, kinda looking forward to this?
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Drop the Needle trailer has finally dropped! This is the story of Play De Record.
Ft
@Mastermind
@DJGrouch
@NickHolder
@marcusvisionary
@MaestroFreshWes
@AdrienKing
@jasonpalma
@MaybeNav
@djsfs
And many more!
#droptheneedle
#playde
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"Yo, I got a lyrical shot aimed at the T. Dot"
It was a tough choice picking which K-os song to share this morning. I was going to go with Heaven Only Knows... but Superstar pt 0 is not only a great song, but a memorable video as well! So Superstar it is! Who remembers this one?
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The 2nd single from Kardinal Offishall's "Quest for Fire: Firestarter" was the Attic produced posse cut 'Ol Time Killin' ft Jully Black, IRS, Wio-K & Allistair. The catchy song + memorable Director X video would be followed with a remix ft Busta Rhymes! Who remembers this one?
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Early 90s Canadian Hip Hop was an interesting time. Organized Rhyme was a group based out of Ottawa renowned for their one commercial hit - the 1992 Juno nominated "Check The O.R.". And yes, that is comedian Tom Green in the group. Who remembers this one?
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If 'Northern Touch' owned 1998, I think it's fair to say that Choclair's 'Let's Ride' owned 1999! The first single off Choclair's debut album 'Ice Cold', it was produced by Kardinal Offishall, featured Saukrates and had a video done by Director X! Who remembers this one?
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What Maestro's 'Let Your Backbone Slide' was to 1980's Canadian Hip Hop, 'Northern Touch' was to the 1990's. Plenty of great songs came from the decade, but 'Northern Touch' from Rascalz ft Thrust, Kardinal, Checkmate & Choclair was (arguably) the Anthem. Who remembers this one?
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For some, this was ground zero for Canadian Hip Hop. 1989's 'Let Your Backbone Slide' by Maestro Fresh Wes. The first Canadian rap song to crack Billboards Top 40 + first to reach gold status. It's not hyperbole to say that this song made an impact! Who remembers this one?
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Craig Mack with Play De Record owner Eugene Tam during mid 90's
Play De Record documentary "Drop the Needle" coming this Thursday to Itunes, Apple TV, YouTube Movies, Google Play and Microsoft Store.
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Jelleestone released his debut album 'Jelleestone Thirteen' in late summer of 2001. The lead single 'Money (Part 1)' became a chart climbing success, hitting the top 40 in Canada and
#75
on Billboard's singles chart. Who remembers this one?
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We couldn't really have a movie called DROP THE NEEDLE without Maestro Fresh Wes in it!
#summerofplayde
#droptheneedle2022
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After a # of successful singles released in the late 90s, Kitchener born Glenn Lewis released his debut album 'World Outside My Window' in 2002. Fueled by the hit single 'Don't You Forget It', the album peaked at
#4
on Billboard. Who remembers this one?
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Woke up this morning to find this nice surprise. Some Drop the Needle artwork!
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Toronto's vinyl district in the 80's. Sam the Record Man, A&A, Vinyl Museum (next to A&A). Up a few blocks was Starsound & Carnival. Play De Record would soon join (taking over the Ford Drug store). Sadly, this version of Toronto is long gone now.
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Saukrates made quite the debut in 94-95, dropping the singles 'Still Caught Up', 'Father Time' & 'Hate Runs Deep'. Those three helped push Soxx to international recognition. 'Hate Runs Deep' was produced by Soxxs and ft Marvel. Who remembers this one?
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Toronto born producer Marco Polo released his Juno Nominated solo album 'Port Authority' in 2007. With a boom bap flavor, the album featured many legendary MCs including former Juice Crew member Masta Ace, who appeared on the song 'Nostalgia'. Who remembers this one?
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The first single off the landmark 2004 'Joyful Rebellion' album from K-os was titled 'Crabbuckit'. It was the 1st hip hop song to win the Juno award for Single of the Year. It's also, perhaps, the most covered Canadian Hip Hop song ever! Who remembers this one?
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Ron Nelson's deffest production ever - Rap Attack 87! Featuring MC Shan, Michee Mee, Rumble & Strong, Salt n Pepa, Heavy D, and Chic Dynasty!
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In 1994, Ghetto Concept (Kwajo Cinqo, Dolo and Infinite) released the Grassroots produced single 'EZ On Tha Motion' and an underground anthem was born. The Juno winning single sits
#1
on plenty of top 5 Canadian song lists (mine included). Who remembers this one?
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1989 was the year that RapCity made it's debut on Much Music (not to be confused with BET's Rap City). Created by Michele Geister, the impact of RapCity was extensive. The show had a few different opening credits, this particular one from the mid 90s is my favorite!
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The iconic "Two Black Guys" clothing brand. Their store in Toronto was one of the first to sell Mastermind mixtapes!
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Toronto born DJ/Producer K-Cut moved to NY with his brother Sir Scratch & joined forces with Large Professor to form Main Source. Their song 'Fakin' the Funk' appeared on a second White Men Can't Jump soundtrack release! (Called White Men Can't Rap!) Who remembers this one?
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Quite the photo involving plenty of Canadian hip hop pioneers! Who do you see?
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Nardwuar with Kardinal Offishall and Solitair!
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Check out the new poster for the upcoming Toronto-based documentary 𝔻𝕣𝕠𝕡 𝕋𝕙𝕖 ℕ𝕖𝕖𝕕𝕝𝕖, focusing on the legacy of popular record store
@playderecord
.
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The history of Toronto sound is not being lost on some of the younger generation.
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5 days until the Needle drops on Amazon Prime Canada!
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The Canadian Hip Hop first wave headliners were Maestro Fresh Wes, Dream Warriors and Michee Mee (others certainly contributed as well). We already shared a Wes track (Drop the Needle) and Dream Warriors (Day In, Day Out). Time now for Michee Mee! Here is Jamacian Funk!
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This theater has been operating for over 100 years in Toronto! In addition, indie cinemas are crucial to both movie makers as well as movie lovers! We appreciated all the indie cinemas (including Revue) who screened Drop the Needle. What can be done?
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Still one of the best pictures we have in our stash for the Play De Record documentary.
#summerofplayde
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And three is for the cause, pause!
Kardinal Offishall's On Wit Da Show! Who else remembers this one?
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Canadian pioneers Dream Warriors w/ Ivan Berry
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I dont know if Americans know this, but there are a lot of Kendrick Lamar fans that live in Toronto. Not Like Us is the
#1
song in Canada too!
New Ho King, the Toronto restaurant that Kendrick Lamar name-dropped on his Drake diss track “Euphoria,” now has a menu item called the Kendrick Special. 😭
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That time Biggie Smalls came to Toronto.
Notice where tickets were sold... Play De Record & Traxx, two record stores that are the focus of Drop the Needle, now available on Itunes, AppleTV, YouTube Movies and more.
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The 1990 grand opening of Play De Record!
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DJ Mastermind & Eugene Tam infront of Play De Record! You can see both men in the Play De documentary "Drop the Needle" on Amazon Prime (Canada), AppleTV, ITunes, Google Play, YouTube Movies.
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Where we heard the Toronto sound each and every week!
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Quite the collection of Canadian Hip Hop tapes! I see some Saukrates, Kos, Kish, Down to Erf, Maestro and plenty more!
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The significance of this building really needs to be properly documented.
#BREAKING
: According to an internal memo sent to Bell Media employees, CP24 will be leaving the iconic 299 Queen Street West location this October.
The news station that has been downtown for decades, will now move to CTV’s Agincourt campus.
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The group 'Bass is Base' consisted of Ivana Santilli, Roger Mooking & Chin Injeti. 1994 saw the release of their indie album 'First Impressions for the Bottom Jigglers', which included the song 'Funkmobile'. A Juno award and record deal soon followed. Who remembers this one?
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The man who brought down Nino Brown has died. RIP Bill Cobbs
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After winning a rap contest on Much Music's Electric Circus, Dan-e-o would see his debut single 'Dear Hip Hop' included on 1996's Rap Essentials compilation album. Produced by Scam, the song would become a bonafide 90s classic! Who remembers this one?
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Formed in 1997, Brassmunk consisted of S-Roc, Clip, May-19 and Agile. (King Reign would replace May-19 in 2006. Reign sadly passed away in 2016). The group released the Mr. Attic produced single "Big" in 2002, off the Juno nominated 'Dark Sunrise' album. Who remembers this one?
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Play De Record in a K-os video. A good look at the convenience store portion of the old Play De.
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Canadian documentary "Drop the Needle" is now available to an international audience! Available on Itunes, AppleTV, Google Play, Youtube and the Microsoft Store.
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Just over a year after our Amazon Prime premiere and people are still discovering the story of Eugene Tam and Play De Record! Learn about Eugene, Play De, and a whole heck more in Drop the Needle. Available on Amazon Prime (Canada), Itunes, AppleTV, Google Play, YouTube Movies.
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You might know Russell Peters from his comedy tours (In 2013, he was
#3
on Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid comedians) but did you know Russell has strong roots in Canadian radio? He was a frequent guest DJ on Mastermind's Street Jam show that aired on Energy 108!
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The first single off Kish's 1991 debut 'Order from Chaos' was called 'I Rhyme the World in 80 Days'. Produced by Anthony & Peter Davis (both worked heavily on Maestro's debut album), the song would reach
#1
on RPM Cancon chart! Who remembers this one?
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Magazine ad for Don't Sweat the Technique. An album I still hold very high on my Eric B & Rakim album rankings.
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The Needle Drops on Amazon Prime Canada!
Drop the Needle has it's home premiere in Canada on Amazon Prime with a launch date of Friday, June 2nd! We are looking forward to sharing the story of
@playderecord
with you in eight short days!
#droptheneedle
#playderecord
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Happy Birthday to the Man, the Myth, the Legend - Mr. Eugene Tam!
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And now a word from Play De Record owner - Mr. Eugene Tam.
The Needle drops on Amazon Prime TOMORROW!
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In 1992, Vancouver based Ragga Muffin Rascals debuted the indie album (& song) "Really Livin'". The group (Red1, Misfit and DJ Kemo) reworked the album for release in 1993, plus changed the groups name... Rascalz! Here is the 93 version of 'Really Livin', who remembers this one?
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Clip from 'Drop the Needle' - Canadian rap legend Saukrates makes his entrance!
Watch 'Drop the Needle' on Amazon Prime Canada!
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I know there are more than a few DJs and vinyl lovers following me that would be all over this item!
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All Vinyl Everything went down last night at the Drake Hotel! On the poster was four Drop the Needle interviewees (Mista Jiggz, Mastermind, Mensa, Jester) but the audience was treated to a surprise appearance from Kardinal Offishall, making it five Drop the Needle interviewees!
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In the tradition of Soul Train, American Bandstand and Boogie, 1988 saw the debut of Electric Circus on City TV (the show moved to Much Music around 92/93). Hosted by Monika Deol, the show focused on House, Europop, Rap, Techno and club music. Here's the credits used in late 90s.
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Breaking records was the name of the game for DJ’s in the 90s. Being the first to introduce that hot new track. The DJ who had the most gold medals? I think it's safe to say that was
@Mastermind
! Learn more about this Canadian legend in Drop the Needle!
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The second single off Dream Warriors debut album 'And Now The Legacy Begins' was the Juno winning 'My Definition of a Boombastic Jazz Style'. The song received strong attention in Canada and the U.K. and helped the album sell over 800k! Who remembers this one?
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Drop the Needle - Watch now on Itunes, AppleTV, Google Play, Microsoft Store and YouTube Movies. (In Canada - Amazon Prime)
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We had a few people who worked on Hip Hop Evolution also help us with Drop the Needle, including Hip Hop Evolution host Shad. He gave us the go-ahead to include "Now a Daze" in DTN. That song did not have a video, so here is Rose Garden. Who remembers this one?
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Someone asked us at the Kingston Film Festival Q&A about using the name Drop the Needle when it has long been associated with this classic song. So I am inspired this morning to give props to the original "Drop the Needle" from Maestro Fresh Wes! Who remembers this one?
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And now a word from Play De Record owner Mr. Eugene Tam about this Thursday's international release of Drop the Needle.
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"Throughout the span of my life I am/committed to rhyme training, yo I'm rhyme training".
Love this song "Rhyme Training". Have the MC, Mathematik, in my top 5 from Canada. Great production from Down to Erf. And you can hear this song in Drop the Needle. Who remembers this one?
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Congrats to Maestro Fresh Wes on the induction!
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"Dear Hip Hop" from Dan-e-o, a true Canadian classic from the legendary Rap Essentials album. The shots of the covered bridge in the video were so memorable that we brought Dan-e-o back to that same location for his interview in Drop the Needle. Who remembers this song?
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Here is some Toronto sound for you!
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Drop the Needle - Available on Amazon Prime Canada. International release on Sept. 28!
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2001 was quite the year for Rapper/Producer Solitair. He produced 'Bakardi Slang' for Kardinal and released his Juno Nominated single 'Easy to Slip'. That song would be included on the third Rap Essentials album (yup, there was a third!). Who remembers this one?
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That time when MuchMusic banned Public Enemy!
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Masia One released her debut album 'Mississauga' in 2003. The album included the single 'Split Second Time' produced by Yoroku Saki, with a memorable music video that was nominated for a Much Music award that year. Who remembers this one?
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A small piece of this Much Music clip was used in Drop the Needle, but here is the extended version. DJ Mastermind discussing his work on radio station Energy 108! And yes, that is Russell Peters working with Mastermind.
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My top 25 movies. How many would appear somewhere in your top 25?
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How some of us outside of Toronto first heard about Play De Record!
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Source magazine article on the Toronto mixtape raids from late 90's.
Play de Record documentary "Drop the Needle" coming this Thursday to Itunes, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube Movies and Microsoft Store.
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Ron Nelson and Electric Circus present Ice T at the Concert Hall in Toronto. Also performing was a young Canadian artist named "Mystro" Fresh Wes! (Whoops - Someone made an error printing these posters 😄)
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What a line-up for this song... Kardinal Offishall! Jully Black! Sean Paul! Together with the Baby Blue Soundcrew for the song Money Jane! Kid Kut from the Baby Blue Soundcrew (in addition to Kardinal) makes an appearance in Drop the Needle! Who remembers Money Jane?
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1980's saw high immigration to Toronto. Brought with them knowledge and sounds of their respective cultures. Created a fusion. Might not be "original", but appreciation of different cultures was Toronto's sound and we should be proud of it.
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UBAD was a Toronto based group consisting of Ebony, Rugged Man, Tyson, Groovy D and DJ Power (Power appears in Drop the Needle). Their debut single, "The Legacy" was nominated for a Juno in 1996! Who remembers this one?
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Some of you might know Thrust from his verse on the 1998 song 'Northern Touch', but his roots in the scene go back to almost the beginning! Here is Thrust's 1996 single 'Do You Understand'. Who remembers this one (and the equally great Scam produced remix)?
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When it comes to top 5 Canadian Hip Hop albums, I got Maestro's Symohony in Effect & the Rap Essentials album in there (does a compilation album count?). Joining those two is certainly the Rascalz "Cash Crop". Here is Dreaded Fist from that album, who remembers this one?
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Don't call it a comeback! After the release of 1991's 'Conductin' Thangs', it would take Maestro Fresh Wes seven years to see another chart climbing single. That streak ended in 1998 with the Guess Who sampling 'Stick to Your Vision'. Who remembers this one?
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I am hearing September 28th is our international release of Drop the Needle! America and United Kingdom (plus more)... the Needle drops soon!
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Thank you
@Mastermind
for the opportunity to discuss Drop the Needle on
@vibe105to
! Much appreciated! Will update with interview schedule shortly. Meanwhile, tickets for Nov 8th and 12th screenings at Fox Theatre on sale ->
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Appearing on 1999's 'Baby Blue Soundcrew's Private Party' was the song 'Too Much' from Ghetto Concept. Their biggest commerical success, they would up the ante in 2002 with a remix ft Snow, Maestro, Kardinal, Red-1 & Ironside. Who remembers either version?
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