Pippi Ciez born Birmingham England of Spanish heritage is an experienced producer, DJ, audio engineer & Co-owner of Inward Records with Sparrow & Barbossa.

His Number 1 Beatport Album Release 'Multiple of Three' on All Day I Dream to end 2021 has been heavily supported by the best in the scene 'Black Coffee, Keinsmusik & Lee Burridge' consistently premiering Pippi's unique organic afro & house sound.

His mysterious frequencies, percussive drums and other worldly sounds seem to take you on spiritual journeys through beautiful electronic soundscapes. Working with instrument players worldwide bringing together real electronic orchestrated pieces. Find Flute from Nasiri & Johan Pourbaix, African vocals of Idd Aziz, Toshi, Lizwi, Tabla of Mendi Mohinder Singh Violin from Ning Ning Li and so many more, immensely talented artists collaborating with Pippi to infuse more of an organic sound.

Returning from living in India 2017 where he toured Asia & was teaching audio engineering & music production he is now back in the studio composing his future sound he is calling ‘World Music” Pippi has been keeping himself very busy in the lab with signings to Behrouz's label Do Not Sit, 'Shiva Tales Ep' Autumn 2020, along with being the new face at Lee Burridge's All Day I Dream label.

2021 has seen him play all over the world alongside the best in the scene.

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Pippi Ciez [All Day I Dream / Inward Records] - Mix #140

The author recounts the “golden era” of early 1990s Hip-Hop in NYC, where young rappers from Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island honed their lyrical skills by studying thesauruses and dictionaries. These aspiring teens engaged in daily freestyle battles during school breaks, parks, or street corners, using words metaphorically as “bullets” for lyrical “assassination.” Winners were decided by crowd reactions—laughter, cheering, and clapping—in a fiercely competitive environment that fostered exceptional wordplay and skill. Despite societal stereotypes labeling them as “Less Significant Poor Good for Nothing Minorities,” these artists created music with deep lyrical truths that challenged social norms and political tensions.

Initially dismissed as “Gang Bangin, Sex Talking, Drug Selling, Evil, Devil, Illegal Style Music,” this early Hip-Hop gained critical acknowledgment comparable to Shakespeare and Plato. It shaped culture through dress, street, lyrical, and musical codes. Over 50 years, these “golden era” songs, even those by 17-year-olds, remain influential and widely listened to. Hip-Hop evolved from an expression of the repressed into a mainstream capitalist product, generating wealth for a few brands and families, and influencing modern music, business models, language, and culture.

In contrast, the author observes a decline in modern Hip-Hop’s intellectual rigor. Contemporary artists no longer carry thesauruses or read books, reflecting a drop in lyrical skill and knowledge. Contributing factors include the vast availability of online music reducing song length and word count, slower tempos across genres, and governments and educational institutions annually removing words from acceptable lexicons. These trends cause a “downward shift” in song quality, storytelling, and artist education. The author advocates for adding a thesaurus to databases to preserve vocabulary’s importance.

Cast of Characters:

    Anelo Pontecorvo: Author and NYC native who grew from spectator to creator and teacher, offering a subjective, experience-based perspective on Hip-Hop’s evolution.

    Young Teenaged Rappers (Early 1990s): Primarily Black youth from NYC’s boroughs, dedicated to improving vocabulary and lyrical skill through daily battles, overcoming stereotypes to produce culturally significant music.

    Opponents: Competitors in freestyle battles challenged by the young masters.

    The Crowd: The immediate audience whose reactions determined battle winners, embodying community-driven Hip-Hop evaluation.

    Young Masters: Highly skilled rappers recognized locally for lyrical prowess.

    “Less Significant Poor Good for Nothing Minorities”: A stereotype contrasted by the intellectual and artistic achievements of these young artists.

    Contemporary Hip-Hop Artists: Current generation perceived as lacking dedication to language and knowledge, contributing to a decline in lyrical depth.

    Governments and Educational Institutions: Entities reducing vocabulary by removing words annually, impacting linguistic richness.

    Wealthy Brands and Families: Beneficiaries of Hip-Hop’s commodification, profiting from a culture born of repression.

Hip-Hops Cultural Influence & Degrading Evolution by Anelo Pontecorvo/ NeilBeats

Hip-Hop's Cultural Influence & Degrading Evolution by Anelo Pontecorvo / NeilBeats

Deep Minimal House | Anelo Pontecorvo (Summer 25) [UNIFIMUSIC]

Deep Minimal House (Summer 25)

Deep Minimal House (Summer 2025) by Anelo Pontecorvo [UNIFIMUSIC]

This extensive collection of excerpts delves into the philosophy of mind, exploring various theories and key thinkers who have shaped its discourse over the last 90 years. The text highlights the foundational challenges, such as understanding how subjective conscious experiences arise from physical processes, and discusses historical perspectives like Cartesian dualism, which posits a fundamental separation of mind and body. It then examines prominent naturalistic approaches, including logical behaviorism, which attempts to define mental states purely by observable behavior, and the identity theory of mind, asserting that mental states are directly reducible to brain states. Furthermore, the source extensively covers functionalism, a view suggesting mental states are defined by their functional roles, allowing for multiple physical realizations, and the Representational Theory of Mind, which models thinking as a computational process involving mental representations. The conversation goes on to critiques and alternative frameworks such as embodied cognition, which highlights the critical role of the body and environment in forming the mind, and anomalous monism. This argument argues that the psychological is irreducible despite its physical basis. Finally, it touches on the "hard problem" of consciousness and the continuous search for a naturalistic explanation.



Key Thinkers in the Philosophy of Mind (Audiobook Summary)

KRS-One's The Gospel of Hip Hop is presented as a philosophical and spiritual guide for Hip Hop Kulture, structured deliberately like a religious text to emphasize its profound significance. The core message centers on "Love" as the divine, saving force that birthed Hip Hop and continues to guide its adherents, offering salvation from self-destruction and a path to enlightenment. KRS-One, "The Teacha," urges "Hiphoppas" to recognize their inherent divinity and purpose, moving beyond material aspirations to preserve Hip Hop's true cultural and spiritual essence through self-reliance, unity, and a commitment to positive growth. The text asserts that Hip Hop's very existence is evidence of God's love and a new covenant for its people, calling them to embrace their "birthright" and fulfill a divine vision for the culture's future.

The Gospel of Hip Hop : A philosophical and spiritual guide for Hip Hop Kulture

Rap originates from African American oral traditions such as "signifying," "playing the Dozens," and "Toasts"—long narrative poems like "Shine and the Titanic." Hip-hop culture emerged from the South Bronx in the mid-1970s, pioneered by the "holy trinity" of DJs: Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa, and Grandmaster Flash. Early MCs like Coke La Rock, Kid Creole, and Melle Mel developed rhyming to the beat, creating "flow." The art form's commercial viability was established in 1979 with The Sugarhill Gang's "Rapper's Delight," the first rap single to top Billboard charts.

The evolution of rap is categorized into distinct periods:

Part One: 1978–1984 (Formative Years)
This era saw the art of MCing take shape. Afrika Bambaataa's "Planet Rock" (1982) revolutionized the sound with electronic keyboards and the Roland 808 drum machine. Lyrical content expanded beyond parties to politics, notably with Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five's "The Message" (1982), a raw depiction of urban hardship. Kurtis Blow is credited with developing the rap "hook."

Part Two: 1985–1992 (Golden Age)
Run-DMC merged rap with a rock aesthetic, while Russell Simmons' Def Jam Records and producer Rick Rubin pushed a raw sound into the mainstream. Lyrical sophistication grew with MCs like Rakim and Big Daddy Kane, who mastered techniques like internal rhyme. Themes broadened to include Black Nationalism, and women MCs like Queen Latifah and Roxanne Shanté emerged. This period saw the rise of "gangsta rap" with foundational acts like NWA, Ice-T, and Too $hort. Alternative voices included KRS-One as the "Teacher" and the eclectic Native Tongues collective (De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest).

Part Three: 1993–1999 (Dominant Genre)
Rap solidified its dominance, an era defined by the rise and tragic deaths of 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G. 2Pac blended a "T.H.U.G. L.I.F.E." image with rhymes on social issues, while Biggie was celebrated for his vivid storytelling and fusion of rap with R&B. The Wu-Tang Clan fashioned a new supergroup model with a distinct aesthetic. Regional styles expanded, with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony establishing a melodic Midwest flow and Goodie Mob defining the "Dirty South." Lyrical masters like Nas and Jay-Z showcased immense poetic skill.

Part Four: 2000–2010 (Digital Influence)
Southern rap's dominance continued, led by moguls Master P (No Limit) and Baby (Cash Money). The Crunk subgenre, led by Lil Jon, gained prominence, and artists like T.I., Young Jeezy, and Lil Wayne became transformative figures. The internet's impact was demonstrated by Soulja Boy Tell 'Em's viral success. Kanye West emerged as a tastemaker with inventive production and wordplay, while Lupe Fiasco prioritized complex lyrical storytelling. Conscious artists like Common and Immortal Technique thrived, and hip-hop gained institutional recognition from the Smithsonian and Harvard University, solidifying its status as a global cultural force. The analysis emphasizes rap lyrics as a form of poetry, charting its evolution in lyrical craft and thematic depth.

THE ANTHOLOGY OF RAP | Audiobook Summary

So i have searched high and low for more information about this 30 minute mix from Krafty Kuts and A.Skillz but i couldn't find anything, so it's a fairly rare mix that's been hiding on one of my hard drives for the past 10 years or so. Pure Hip Hop and party vibes on this one dating back to the year 2005. Enjoy !


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DJ Mix

Krafty Kuts & A.Skillz - 4 Deck Mix 2005

Ahead of our next night at the Sub Club with Late Nite Tuff Guy I've put together another Disco mix.

Same deal - made for after parties...

Another Night At The Disco

Downbeatin’ 
bpm = 95

1.	Danny Brown – Dance (14K Classic remix)
2.	The Odd Couple – Old school thing
3.	The Brand New Heavies – Mind trips (Superstar mix)
4.	6th Borough Project - Someday
5.	Meem – Funky Custard
6.	Red Astaire – U know how we do
7.	Jehan – Pretty track
8.	Partners in Crime – Get into it
9.	Casino Times – Some of her love
10.	 Presto & Mhax Montes – Rock on
11.	 The Stoned - People
12.	 Stephen Richards – Cool down (Get Down Edits remix)
13.	 The Funk League feat. Diamond D, & Sadat X – Boogie Down Bombers (Alternate version)
14.	 Harry Baldi – Can’t kick this feeling
15.	 A Tribe Called Quest feat. CeeLo Green – Footprints (CeeLo Green remix)
16.	 Rayko – Dance to the Groove (Frank Agrario remix)
17.	 Casual Connection – Listen
18.	 Jazz Spastiks & Mellosoulblack – Rock the spot
19.	 The Funky Lowlives – Inside (R Dorfmeister vs Uptight dub)
20.	 Joseph Terruel – Thinkin’ about you

Downbeatin'

The songs that filled dancefloors in every city club, Music that filled our mixtapes, Tunes that came through radio frequencies, Memories of Good Times, First Times & Our Times. Those were the days that turned to nights and continued through the following mornings. We Danced, We Sang, We Lived, We Learned, We Were Present. The Glorious New York City Nightlife circa 1990's.

90s In The City

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90s In The City Mixtape -  Hip Hop & House Anthems

I genuinely believe in the potential of music to facilitate personal growth, foster meaningful connections, and cultivate shared experiences. My mission centers on producing dynamic musical works, both in the booth and studio, as an effective medium for storytelling, spiritual exploration, and the creation of deep emotional bonds.


+ Life Long Musical Professional & Enthusiast | Creative Entrepreneur | Music Producer | Club DJ | Event Production, Management, and Design Specialist | Electrician | Graphic Designer | Barber & Comedian 
+ Academic Background Master of Arts in Arts and Media, Audio Production, Media Management, Psychology, Mathematics, Sciences, and Business.   

**UNIFI MUSIC LLC**
NYC-Based Record Label, Music Production & Artist Management
At UNIFI MUSIC LLC, we aim to cultivate a creative and collaborative ecosystem for emerging musicians, artists, and producers. We are dedicated to educating up-and-coming artists to help them reach their highest potential while providing them the means to release music on all essential platforms. Our goal is to create an inspiring and lasting impact on the music industry. Music, dance, and storytelling are fundamental parts of the human experience. Art inspires, helps us find purpose, and fosters meaningful, lifelong connections..

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Email - Promo@UnifiMusic.info

THE ANTHOLOGY OF RAP | Audiobook Summary

ANELO [Unifi Music]

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