Customer Reviews

Presents Dust Static & Plastic

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This album is definately true to the underground hip-hop scene. The production is excellent but the themes remain true to the streets. I consider it a must have for any wax-collecter be they DJ or not.

...dug this out of a discount record bin, and was well pleased with it. Comes as a double album, great samples, great beats, highly recommended for anyone who is a fan of Mo' Wax releases.

The instrumental tracks are easily a cut above what most other DJs are putting out, the only thing that keeps it from being a perfect 5 stars are the somewhat weak rapping talents of a few of the vocal contributors. However, apart from that, it's well worth owning.

Dust, Static, and Plastic encompasses not only the 'beats from the streets' attitude that hip hop was founded on, but also goes further into new territory by displaying and redefining the art of the DJ. Josh does not simply 'drop back beats' for his rhymers but in utilizing his eclectic musical background and unmistakable talent for mixing/breaking the beats, he is able to spotlight his lyrical partners while emphasizing the music itself. Hip-Hop often has become completely lyrical with tired, overused beats. Josh brings back the into focus the purpose of the DJ: To be a composer and create music that makes you bob your head and shake your fanny. Brian and Jerry have been bringing it real since the days of Eloquent Peasants and along with the other talent featured, from the freestyle to masterminded poetics still got it going on. We will be looking for more from H.R. and Butter Beat. Definetly a five star production.

I had to send this album to my family and friends. Josh Virgin is a master of blending obscure and creative sounds/samples with the deepest and baddest breakbeats around. A full-bodied hip hop listening experience. I can't wait for more.

This album is unlike anything else I've heard. It is definatly something to be proud of. I hope to hear more from Josh, keep it up!

I would definatly recommend Dust, Static, & Plastic to anyone who is looking for a great album with a variety of sounds. It's refreshing to hear this music, and I hope others check it out!!