Karriem Riggins - Moogy Foog It

But on his solo debut Alone Together, set for an October 23 release on Stones Throw Records, Riggins plants himself firmly as a hip-hop producer with a 34-track instrumental odyssey through nearly every influence on his career thus far. The project was inspired by much of the music he was creating while living in Los Angeles, and also by the love of his son and family.

Songs on Alone Together range from 14 seconds to a little over three minutes, and are the essence of man vs. machine. When Riggins channels Elvin Jones on the album’s climax and tribute to his longtime friend, “J Dilla the Greatest,” his tools are a Gretsch drum kit, the Fender Rhodes and an MPC3000. As versed as he is in jazz and pop, the machines will always be at the root – until the next thing.

Karriem Riggins to release solo debut Alone Together, instrumental hip-hop album, on Stones Throw, October 23.

DJ Premier + Bumpy Knuckles – “More Levels”

Curren$y & Harry Fraud- ‘Cigarette Boats’ Studio Sessions

Curren$y & Harry Fraud will be dropping a joint EP, Cigarette Boats, tomorrow. Here is an inside look at the studio sessions between the two while they crafted the 5 track EP.

Reigning Champ X CONVERSE Chuck Taylors

Reigning Champ and Converse Give you a detailed look of the co-branded Chuck Taylor All Star. And make no mistake, it’s the details that make this shoe special. The upper is crafted from Reigning Champ’s signature heavyweight terry, while the interior is lined in cotton oxford. The eyelets, finished in matte black to match the hardware found on Reigning Champ’s garments, come with natural hued laces, while a tonal heel panel in canvas adds to the shoe’s durability. A double-branded woven tongue tag rounds out the features.

The Purist & Roc Marciano – “Change”

Taken from The Purist’s Double Feature EP, out now via Bandcamp. Produced by The Purist. Directed by Lyle Lindgren.

Chuck Inglish – “Back Up”

First release from Chuck Inglish’s Convertibles project.

DJ Muggs’ Vinyl Collection On Fuse “Crate Diggers”

In this episode, DJ Muggs shows off his record collection, tells us why hip hop owes a lot to krautrock and busts out his best party starter