Luke Ob : Metro 2045 [Self-released]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on September 18, 2021

“I started working on this album some time ago, but I couldn’t finish it for many reasons. What it serves you now, is slightly different from the original design, but it’s definitely my most complex album.

My experience of Metro started with digital games. The books I’ve read over the years gave me a broader perspective on this alluring and fantastic world. They had an impact for changing the way I look at this particular matter and made me understand certain mechanisms which define this reality. They allowed me to explore the places and locations for which my sounds complement the whispers, hidden dreams and thoughts.

Metro’s vibe is diverse. Not only it depicts darkness and sadness, but covers emotions based on simple stories from a network of people. It feels like a dangerous world but mysterious and captivating as well.”

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Format: 12 x Album, EP, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 7 May 2021
Style: Downtempo, Instrumental Hip-Hop

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MVA : From The Land [BSMX0200]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on June 13, 2021

“An EP of African inspired hip-hop instrumentals — apart from the first, which features a verse from Cage Lu, a rapper who I collaborated a few times with (starting around 2004) and was slated to make a project together a few years ago. Being that we had roots from two different countries in the Motherland, I wanted the music and project in general to have that vibe but still remain hip-hop. Unfortunately, the collab project never transpired but some, if not all, the tracks here would have been on the project. Shoutout to Cage, one of the nicest poets I’ve ever worked with.”

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Format: 6 x File, EP, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC
Released: 12 Mar 2021
Style: Hip-Hop, Instrumental Hip-Hop
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Wasaru : Sadtimes Decomposed [TFTCR 013]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on September 10, 2020

“Wasaru dreamed of combining lots of different emotions and amazing artists from all over the world from the US to Germany to Korea and Japan on his new release. This album invites us to a trip across different destinations and emotions.”

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Format: 10 x File, Album, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 26 May 2020
Style: Downtempo, Trip Hop, Instrumental Hip-Hop

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Moki Mcfly : MCMLXXXVI [BSOG0092]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on August 26, 2020

“f you recall, it was only six months ago that Moki Mcfly released the terrific Addition Hills. Well, you’ll be happy to know that he’s back with another fantastic album. This time he’s packed it with a laid back selection of twenty one downtempo gems. Clocking in at nearly 36 minutes, this is one of those that you might find yourself playing in loop mode and vibing to all day. So go ahead, download it… kick back… cool out… chill.”

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Format: 21 x File, Album, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC
Released: 22 May 2020
Style: Instrumental Hip-Hop, Downtempo

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Various : Bust Free 21 [BUSTFREE21]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on June 14, 2020

“Ten years ago, Cold Busted launched a compilation series that’s become a trademark for the label. Bust Free spotlighted Cold Busted’s staple artists alongside new names, and, as a free download, was a gift to the label’s fans. Over seven years Bust Free produced an impressive 20 installments, charting the course for Cold Busted’s distinctive brand of laid back instrumental hip hop.

Now, after a three-and-a-half-year break, Bust Free is back. Bust Free 21 has the widest scope yet, with producers from nine countries representing Cold Busted’s growing international influence. Among the 16 artists on the comp are label favorites like Emapea, The Deli, Es-K, Mister T., and saib. And over the 15 tracks, they’re rubbing shoulders with newer names such as Mr. Goldenfold, West MAAD, Sebastian Fraye, and B0nds. The selection is diverse and strong, coming together in a sonic ride that will equally please DJs, beat-heads, and the ‘music for studying’ crowd. These vibes are exceptional, top to bottom.

Like others in the series, Bust Free 21 is available as a free Bandcamp download. This installment of Bust Free is also issued on cassette and vinyl, each format limited to 100 copies.

Tracklisting was put together by Key. Side A was A to G. Side B was F to A. It’s flows nicely.”

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Format: 15 x File, Compilation, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 6 Apr 2020
Style: Downtempo, Funk, Instrumental Hip-Hop, Trip Hop

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Various : Wattfutchureez presents Beat Garden Compilation 8 [GNLX008]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on December 28, 2019

“We know Wattfutchureez (What-Future-Is) through Ness Radio, that is supporting GERGAZ music since long time ago. The guy is DJing, producing, hosting artists and he is also no stranger to compilations.
We knew his taste and he knew what works for us. It was the easiest decision to make when we started thinking about the next Beat Garden presenter.”

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Format: 12 x File, Compilation, MP3, 320 kbps; FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 11 Nov 2019
Style: Instrumental Hip-Hop, Abstract Hip-Hop, Vaporwave, House

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Various : About To Happen 1 [Cold Busted]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on December 21, 2019

“4 beats from 4 artists taken from
4 releases that are About To Happen”

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Format: 4 x File, Compilation, MP3/320 kbps, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 25 Oct 2019
Style: Downtempo, Instrumental Hip-Hop

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Lil Duress : Waveform Manipulator [self-released]

Posted by f.a.r.e.s on October 26, 2019

“this tape is the death of the audacity days. we are in a new beginning. thank you all for being here with me for this transition from DJ NB to Lil’ Duress. expect so so so much more from me and my companions in the future. you all are wonderful. love you.”

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Format: 16 x File, Album, MP3, 320 kbps; FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAVE
Released: 31 Aug 2019
Style: Instrumental Hip-Hop

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