Pittsburgh Net Radio Mix: 20/20 Proof's 'Diamonds In The Rough Mix' w/ Peter Divito
DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH MIX
This is a mix of hip hop that I feel is overlooked and underrated. The most
recent issue of 20/20Proof deals with underrated hip hop albums and features
various artists from the 90s who are continuing to put out dope albums in an
industry that tends to forget anyone over the age of 25.
Episode #1
1. Yaggfu Front-Hold
'Em Back (What's The Meaning?)
Should be played for anyone who has misconceptions about hip hop.
2. 3 Steps From Nowhere- Pass It On
A really dope song from an otherwise medicore record. The remix featured Trugoy
from De La, but lacked the strength of the original mix.
3. 
Dred
Scott-Liar
How Dred Scott didn't get the recognition he deserved is beyond me.
4. Saafir-Can-U-Feel-Me?
One of the most original flows in hip hop.
5. Guru-Respect The Architect (Buckwild Remix)
Buckwild is easily one of the most underrated producers in hip hop history and
does a great job with an already dope track.
6. Down South-Southern Comfort
The use of the Charlie Parker sample blew my mind as a kid and still does.
7. Diamond D-This One
Everyone knows about Diamond D's classic debut Stunts, Blunts and Hip Hop, but
overlooked his record Hatred, Passions and Infidelity. This is a nice little
joint featuring Busta Rhymes.
8. 
Keith
Murray-What A Feelin'
Keith Murray was a highly talented MC whose career went downhill after he beat
some guy with a barstool.
9. Leaders Of The New School-Daily Reminder
Before Busta Rhymes was a cocaine trafficker.
10. Freddie Foxxx-So Tough
Best known for making show stealin guest appearances.
11. NO I.D.- State to State
Common's producer showed that he was capable of holding his own on the mic with
a nice vocal sample as the hook, which nobody seems to use in hip hop anymore.
12. 
Heather
B- All Glocks Down
You may know her from season 1 of The Real World, but she could hold her own
on the mic. The production by Kenny Parker, KRS One's brother is extra nice.
13. YZ-The Return Of The Holy One
Dropped some nice styles on this energetic gem.
14. Kwest The Madd Ladd- Herman's Head
A dope battle rapper with a great sense of humor. This track displays his storytelling
abilities and differed from other tracks on his lone release.
15. Witchdoctor-The Ancient Sahore
Part of The Dungeon Family and can be heard all over Outkast and Goodie Mob's
albums. A very eerie track.
About Peter Divito
I
am a 27 year old publisher/editor in chief/therapist. I work full time for Mercy
Behavioral Health as a milieu therapist and also put out a music zine, 20/20Proof.
I took a two year hiatus, which involved me trashing an entire magazine and starting
from scratch. The fourth issue of my magazine will finally be released Nov 10th
at Brillobox. After speaking with Don King (actually it was Jeremy Bolen) I decided
to start promoting indie shows in Pittsburgh and have booked bands like Chin Up
Chin Up, Man Man, Elf Power, Mommy and Daddy, Part Chimp, Oxford Collapse, Tight
Phantomz, Appleseed Cast, Rahim, and more. I also released a compilation of Pittsburgh
music entitled Steel City Scene Dead End World on my label 20/20Proof Records,
to positive reviews in the Pittsburgh CP and Post Gazettte. I have also written
for Deek Magazine and Venus Magazine. An excerpt from an employee of the month
write up on yours truly: 'He is best known for his witty sense of humor, analytical
responses and critical views on movies and music.' I live alone with my kitten
Basquiat, who has his own mental health issues. I love Morrissey, Tom Atkins,
and my ma. I also have a fondess for pints of Guinness and cats. http://2020proof.wordpress.com/tag/music
i am friendly so
feel free to im me if you would like to chat
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