#Bobby Konders

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Bobby Konders’ House Rhythms - The Poem

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[randomvarious]

London Hip Hop Playlist

Something that Brits really seem to go absolutely fucking nuts over are breakbeats. They singlehandedly invented jungle and drum n bass with them, as well as the genres of breakbeat and breakbeat hardcore as well, and out of breakbeat also came big beat, which was that fun party stuff that was huge in the late 90s and early 2000s that was made popular by people like Fatboy Slim, the Chemical Brothers, and The Prodigy.

But another thing that Brits naturally applied breakbeats to was hip hop, which, after it had managed to make its way from New York, led to the formation of a UK-specific genre in the late 80s called Britcore. And Britcore featured people (almost strictly blokes) spitting furiously over slammin' breakbeats. Basically, if you love old school rap records like I do, you are *really* missing out if you never messed with any of this stuff at all, because while the US continuously led the way, the UK was cooking up some seriously overlooked unique fire on the back-burner that never really managed to make it into the American hip hop diet.

So, here's a bunch of dope rap tunes from London that span from the late 80s to mid-90s, a lot of which are Britcore tracks. And my #1 favorite among all of these is, hands-down, "Doomsday of Rap," by Hijack, which isn't just the greatest Britcore song that I've ever heard, but is also, to me, just one of the best pieces of old school hip hop that's ever been made, period. In fact, this tune, which lays ferociously raw lyrics over a sample of the Incredible Bongo Band's iconic "Apache," actually helped Hijack to catch the ear of none other than Ice-T, who then signed them to his own Rhyme Syndicate label. And "Doomsday of Rap" is probably one of the least obscure songs among this set here, but considering just how irresistibly good it is, a Spotify play count of around 75,200 still feels a bit low.

Another banger on here, though, which does have an obscenely low play count is Kobalt 60's "Kaos From Order," which seems to sample its breakbeat from Tom Jones' "Looking Out My Window," and also adds these forceful "ba-ba-ba-ba" male vocals in the second verse too. And I have no idea where those specific vocals come from, but they really enhance this whole track, overall, which is only sitting at a little under 1,900 total plays.

I also included a couple cuts from a slick-tongued ragga hip hop star originally from Jamaica named Daddy Freddy, too, who moved to London and then made some choice tracks, like "Go Freddy Go" and "Haul & Pull." The version of "Go Freddy Go" that I've added has about 16,700 plays, and a remix of "Haul & Pull" that was done by Bobby Konders has about 32,900.

This playlist is ordered as chronologically as possible.

Lady Sugar Sweet - "Sugar Sweet" Thrashpack - "Trigger Happy" Hijack - "Doomsday of Rap" MC Duke - "I'm Riffin" MC Duke - "Gotta Get Your Own" Hardnoise - "Untitled" SL Troopers - "Movement" Standing Ovation - "Onslaught" Daddy Freddy - "Go Freddy Go" The 3 Knights - "Burial Proceedings" Militant Posture - "Dawn of Terror" Brothers on Organised Missions - "B.O.O.M." Brothers on Organised Missions - "Delivering the Answer" Kobalt 60 - "Kaos From Order" Daddy Freddy - "Haul & Pull" Killa Instinct - "Un-United Kingdom"

And, of course, there's a YouTube version of this playlist too, which includes a couple more gems that aren't on Spotify, like a tune that's actually not Britcore, but takes a page out of Pete Rock's relaxational jazz-rap stylebook instead: 499's "Don't Categorise Me," which has around 11,600 plays across a bunch of different uploads on YouTube.

Demon Boyz - "Rougher Than an Animal" 499 - "Don't Categorise Me"

And this playlist is on YouTube Music as well.

So, with the unveiling of this playlist, we start with 68 minutes worth of tunes on Spotify, and 78 minutes over on YouTube. And because the YouTube version has that 499 track, I definitely recommend you check out that version rather than the Spotify one 😊.

Enjoy!

More to come, eventually. Stay tuned!

Like what you hear? Follow me on Spotify and YouTube for more cool playlists and uploads!

[gachael]

Inspirations / Various Artists

Let's Stay Together / Tina Turner

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Bobby Konders & Mikey Jarrett - Mack Daddy (1992)

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Morgan Heritage Electrifies Central Park in Powerful Tribute to Peetah Morgan

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Morgan Heritage Electrifies Central Park in Powerful Tribute to Peetah Morgan

Waves of joy, excitement, and nostalgia rolled through Central Park as Morgan Heritage took the stage for their SummerStage show on Saturday, August 10. That evening, thousands of fans filled Rumsey Playfield for an event that served as a homecoming for the trailblazing Reggae band, a celebration of VP Records’ 45th anniversary, and a tribute to Peetah Morgan, the band’s beloved brother and lead singer, who tragically passed away in February.

  So, when the headliners began their set with the title track to their Grammy award winning album “Strictly Roots, accompanied by images of Peetah on the screen behind them, the massive crowd greeted them with a chorus of cheers.

The event, produced by the City Parks Foundation in partnership with Capital One and presented by VP Records and CTBC Music Group, marked a pivotal moment for the Grammy-winning group, returning to New York City to reconnect with their roots their hometown since the ascension of their beloved Peetah Morgan.

Siblings and band members Gramps, Lukes, Mojo, and Una, along with Gramps’ son, Jemere Morgan, played beloved hits like “Down by the River,” “Brooklyn and Jamaica,” and “Mount Zion Medley,” while also using the show to bridge the gap between past and future.

Throughout their set, they honored their late patriarch Denroy Morgan and introduced a new generation of talent through Bria Ariel, Priel, Raiah and Esh Morgan, who are carrying the torch forward for the “Royal Family of Reggae.”

  The audience remained lively throughout, partly due to the immense talent that preceded the band and that joined them on stage. The show, hosted by Pat McKay, featured sets from Reggaelation Sound, Massive B (Bobby Konders & Jabba), legendary selector Lion Face, and DJ Norie of Power 105.1. A highlight was when surprise guest Sharon Marley took the stage for a heartfelt rendition of “No Woman, No Cry,” with the lyrics changed to “No mama, No cry.” Morgan Heritage’s hour-and-a-half-long set was further energized by surprise appearances from Ras Shiloh and Tarrus Riley, both of whom matched the hype of the crowd.

  Morgan Heritage shared, “To see the love and support from our family, friends, and most of all, our fans, the Loyal Royals, was truly amazing. We’re grateful to our family, Chris & Randy Chin, and the entire team at VP Records, the city of New York, and Central Park SummerStage for making it possible for us to celebrate the life of our brother Peetah Morgan and the legacy we’ve built together in the place we were born. Big Brooklyn every time!

  They continued: “Our children were also extremely happy to feel the support they received. As the next generation, we are preparing to carry on the legacy. The future is bright, and we will continue doing what we love until the year 3000 and beyond. We’ll see you in a city near you very soon, and never forget that we love you all. ROCKAZ!”

“Bringing Morgan Heritage back to New York for this event was essential, not just for the band but for everyone involved,” said Randy Chin, President of VP Records.“The connection between the band and their fans, especially as they honored Peetah and introduced the next generation, was something special. It’s incredible to see the community celebrate life, music, and legacy on this scale, and we’re proud to have played a role in making this moment possible. We’re also excited to see how their story unfolds from here.”

  Morgan Heritage has been a cornerstone in Reggae music for decades. Since its formation in 1994, the band has headlined festivals across the globe and released over a dozen studio albums, winning the Grammy Award for Reggae Album of the Year in 2016 for Strictly Roots and earning a second nomination in 2018 for Avrakedabra. Peetah Morgan, known for his soulful voice and profound lyrics, played a pivotal role in the band’s success and influence in the

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Double 12" Spin #4 - Richie Spice & Ambelique

Double 12" Spin #4 | Listen to these two 12" singles from the past: Richie Spice/Youths Are So Cold, production by Bobby Konders, and Ambelique/Lonely Soldier, a Fat Eyes production. #RichieSpice #Ambelique #BobbyKonders #ChoppaChop #GeneralDegree #MassiveB #FatEyes #VinylOnly #12InchSingle Read the full article

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(1990, Nu Groove Records, NG 038)

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Dub Poets - Black & White (1992)

Prod. By Bobby Konders

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More nostalgia.

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6 Questions With Westmoreland’s Up & Coming, BabyDall BabyDall's very first single dropped on May 15th and is already receiving a lot of love from radio DJs in multiple countries.

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Bobby Konders Live @ WBLS Radio 22-07-1989 (Part Two)

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Bobby Konders & Mikey Jarrett - Mack Daddy (1992)

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Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan at Central Park SummerStage on August 10

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Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan at Central Park SummerStage on August 10

Morgan Heritage is honoured to announce a headlining performance at SummerStage in celebration of Peetah Morgan’s life and the band’s legacy. The show, dubbed “Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan,” will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on August 10 at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, New York City. Admission is free.

Produced by the City Parks Foundation in collaboration with Capital One and presented by VP Records alongside CTBC Music Group, the concert brings the Grammy Award-winning reggae group – featuring siblings Gramps, Lukes, Mojo, Una, and next-generation member Jemere Morgan – back for its first live show in their native New York City since 2019.

The band will be joined by Massive B (Bobby Konders & Jabba), legendary selector Lion Face, DJ Norie of Power 105.1, host Pat McKay; and their family, friends, and fans for an evening of uplifting roots reggae music.

“The legacy we built over the last 25+ years wouldn’t have been possible without Randy and Chris Chin and our entire family at VP Records. So it was no coincidence VP Records saw it befitting to partner with the group and our team at CTBC Music Group to honor our beloved brother and lead singer Peetah Morgan in the place of our birth.

We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from all around the world, and we can’t wait to continue the legacy on such a legendary stage at Central Park SummerStage. It will be another Rockaz moment!” said Morgan Heritage. The concert also coincides with VP Records’ 45th anniversary.

Randy Chin, President of VP Records, said, “We’re honored to play a part in Morgan Heritage’s homecoming at SummerStage, especially as we pay tribute to Peetah Morgan, whose legacy continues to inspire us all. Our relationship with the Morgan family has been built over decades of collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared passion for reggae music. So this event, bringing it back to where it all began, is a full-circle moment for all of us. It’s a celebration of their incredible journey and the timeless impact they’ve had on the music and culture.”

Morgan Heritage has been a cornerstone in reggae music for decades. Since its formation in 1994, the band has headlined festivals across the globe and released over a dozen studio albums, winning the Grammy Award for Reggae Album of the Year in 2016 for Strictly Roots and earning a second nomination in 2018 for Avrakedabra. Peetah Morgan, known for his soulful voice and profound lyrics, played a pivotal role in the band’s success and influence in the genre.

Join the FREE CONCERT and an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the legacy of Morgan Heritage and pay tribute to Peetah Morgan through music and community.

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