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The Find Magazine is a global collective of music lovers dedicated to promoting the diffusion of hip hop, jazz, funk, soul, and related genres. We are inspired by the culture of ‘crate digging’ and thus constantly scour the dusty corners of record shops and outskirts of the internet to find the best music for you.

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Art: You are not Banksy

by Danny on May 30, 2012 • No Comments

Photographer Nick Stern recreated Banksy's street art as original photographs, putting a focus on every single detail. His "You Are Not Banksy" series is an interesting take on some of Banksy's most infamous pieces. Read more »

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Watch: Media Consolidation (The Illusion Of Choice)

by Danny on May 23, 2012 • 2 Comments

After 'The Evolution Of Radio Waves' and 'How Music Travels', here's another infographic we just have to share with you. It's kind of frightening to think about: "6 media giants now control a staggering 90% of what we read, watch, or listen to." Read more »

Interviews

Interview: Souls of Mischief

by Alice on May 18, 2012 • No Comments

True music is timeless. When a musician expresses honest experiences and emotions, listeners can identify with ease. And so, genuine artistic output will often speak to several generations. Testifying this sentiment perfectly is the enduring appeal of West Coast hip hop group Souls of Mischief. Read more » ...

Albums/EPs / Downloads

Free Download: Oddisee – Odd Renditions EP (2012)

by Danny on May 15, 2012 • No Comments

In anticipation of his new album "People Hear What They See", emcee/producer Oddisee drops this free EP with his interpretations of songs by Bon Iver, Marvin Gaye, Metronomy & K-Os, transforming all the songs into futuristic soulful hip hop while adding his own rap verses. Read more » ...

Interviews / Videos

Interview: Fresh Kils & Relic (Video)

by Oz on May 8, 2012 • No Comments

The beatmaker and the emcee/producer discuss competing to win a JUNO Award, the progression of Fresh Kils' crazy routines, upcoming collaborations, a new remix project, Relic's upcoming album featuring the likes of Shad, Ghettosocks and Read more »

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Read: Take The Stage – Stories Of Hip Hop (Volume 3)

by Danny on Apr 29, 2012 • No Comments

Take The Stage is a quarterly digital book telling stories of hip hop. It gives an insight into those who have chosen to articulate their love of hip hop how they see it. In Volume 3 you can read stories by Fatlip (The Pharcyde), Read more » ...

Art

Art: Hip Hop Skate Decks

by Danny on Apr 27, 2012 • No Comments

SHOOK Magazine contributor Keith Pettinger recently shared this amazing collection of hip hop themed skateboard decks by Mike Corbett. Check out all decks featuring the likes of Quasimoto, The Pharcyde, Atmosphere, Public Enemy, DJ Qbert, Wu-Tang Clan, De La Soul, People Under The Stairs and Read more » ...

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Videos

Video: Large Professor on Nas’ ‘Illmatic’

by Danny on May 30, 2012 • No Comments

Large Professor speaks up about Nas' legendary hip hop album "Illmatic". Together with DJ Premier, Q-Tip, L.E.S., and Pete Rock, Large Pro cooked up a true timeless classic back in 1994. Large Professor: “It was what I call the ‘burner age.’ Like a burner [is] not just like basic graffiti. Read more » ...

News

News: Kero One launches Kickstarter campaign for new album ‘Color Theory’

by Danny on May 30, 2012 • No Comments

Producer and emcee Kero One just launched a Kickstarter campaign to finance his upcoming album "Color Theory". According to himself, it's his biggest album project yet. So let's hope against all odds that it lives up to his critically acclaimed debut "Windmills Of The Soul", a groundbreaking album for the jazz-hop Read more » ...

Downloads / Streams

Stream: Muneshine – There Is Only Today (2012)

by Submitted Post on May 29, 2012 • No Comments

Stream the album in its entirety with production duties by the likes of DJ Spinna, Illmind & Buckwild. Thumping hip hop beats on a subtle soulful tip with down-to-earth rhymes by Muneshine. Guest appearances include D-Sisive, Dminor, Emilio Rojas & Ghettosocks. Live in the moment and enjoy "There Is Only Today". Read more...

Albums/EPs / Downloads

Free Download: Jonwayne – Jonwayne Fucks Disney (2012)

by Danny on May 29, 2012 • No Comments

Well, here's an interestingly titled EP by Stones Throw's latest signee Jonwayne. On "JonWayne Fucks Disney" the producer puts a focus on samples from Disney movies like Dumbo, Pocahontas and The Little Mermaid. While the title ruins childhood nostalgia, the beats are really sick. Read more »

Videos

Video: DJ Spinna – Get Dis Money (Bling47 Breaks Dilla Edition)

by Danny on May 28, 2012 • No Comments

After discussing Dilla's production on Slum Village's I Don't Know with DJ Amir, producer Waajeed now sits down with DJ Spinna in this new episode of Bling47 Breaks Dilla. DJ Spinna shares his view on Get Dis Money by Slum Village and Dilla's Herbie Hancock sampling. According to DJ Spinna, “Herbie Hancock’s Come Running to Read more » ...

Art / Interviews

Interview: Kid Styles (Masta Ace – Sittin’ On Chrome)

by Alice on May 28, 2012 • 1 Comment

Even though classic hip hop music will often speak for itself, there is a lot to be said for its many accompanying elements. Music videos, press shots and album artwork all serve to solidify and intensify the messages, sounds and aesthetic of a record, and can also enhance and further Read more » ...

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Free Download: Kostia – Soul Beat Tape Vol. 1 (2012)

by Danny on May 27, 2012 • No Comments

The only rule for this beat tape by French producer Kostia was to create a thirty minutes beat tape in less than 3 months with soul samples only. The result is this smooth collection of instrumentals heavily drenched with soul. Kostia: "I've took part in the hip hop culture by Read more » ...

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Mix: Kensaye – Original Classics (2012)

by Danny on May 27, 2012 • No Comments

Have a great day with this new guest mix by London-based producer, rapper & radio-host Kensaye. A true selection full of originals to dig for samples! Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Nina Simone... up to you to link them to the matching hip hop songs. Kensaye: "I'm a producer Read more » ...

Videos

Video: Arrested Development – Living

by Danny on May 26, 2012 • 2 Comments

It's impressive how a hip hop group like Arrested Development stands the test of time. From timeless classics as Mr. Wendal and People Everyday in 1992, up to this fairly new track Living. Speech and his musical family still bring refreshing positivity to the table.

Videos

Video: Soundsci – Formula 99 (Album Megamix)

by Danny on May 25, 2012 • No Comments

This visual album megamix gives you a good taste of Soundsci's upcoming album 'Formula 99'. Guest appearances on the album include John Robinson, Cadence, Ghettosocks & Jaisu. "I wrote this down in my basement, to make sure the underground vibes come through my statements. Strictly hip hop, no debatin' it." Read more » ...

Art

Art: Hyuro’s inner thoughts

by Lara on May 25, 2012 • No Comments

Born in Buenos Aires (Argentina) but currently living in Valencia (Spain), Hyuro has been covering the walls of Western Europe and part of South America with personal ideas asking for your meditation. Hyuro (whose name is a mix between her surnames) limits herself to paint only in black and white Read more » ...

Albums/EPs / Downloads

Free Download: Jazzo & Melodiesinfonie – Wasser EP (2012)

by Danny on May 24, 2012 • No Comments

With so many beat makers in existence out there in the world, Jazzo & Melodiesinfonie stand out because of their versatile style. Every single track that they create has an average of 2-3 segments or breakdowns that create a new sound direction and vibe. Melodiesinfonie: "The thing is, there are Read more » ...