This is my first official mixtape (circa 1999) and it's all Hip Hop instrumentals.  At the time I wasn't aware of anyone else doing cypher-ready mixtapes of independents and lesser known joints.  I recorded the intro on an analog 4-track I borrowed from the homie DJ Besto, and the rest is a one-take mix to the tape deck of my shelf system (RIP).  This joint is faaar dustier than digital (peep the afterthought cover art & tag), so enjoy and let me know what you think.

Peace...   

The Cypher: Side A

Amerie - One Thing (Know1's Reggaeton blend)

from the album Grizzly Business (2005, Nappyhead Entertainment)

Go Live Grizzlies - They Shootin' (cuts by DJ Know1)

Mary J. Blige - Be Happy (Know1's Phat Burner blend)

From "The Dugout Mixtape" circa 2005 (Nappyhead Ent.)

DJ Know1

Popular tracks