SHADEZ OF BROOKLYN
CHANGE b/w WHEN IT RAINS IT POURS
Produced by Da Beatminerz
Re-issue of the NYC cult classic | First time on 7-inch vinyl | Edition of 300 | Over 8M+ views on Youtube
A mesmerizing sample flip courtesy of Da Beatminerz, gritty and introspective rhymes, a double A side record, heavy burn on college radio and on mix tapes (Change was notably featured on DJ Premier’s NY Reality Check mix). Bushwick’s Shadez of Brooklyn delivered an absolutely iconic NYC indy record back in ‘96. A record that perfectly encapsulates the raw essence of 90’s boom-bap.
Nearly 30 years later, we see it prime for a resurgence with die hard fans and ready to be discovered by others as a hidden gem of the era. Lovingly remastered from Mr. Walt’s original DAT tapes specifically for a 45 release.
This release marks the first time Change and When It Rains It Pours have been paired on a 45–honoring the original Shadez of Brooklyn 12” (released in 1996) on Da Beatminerz imprint Pandemonium Wrekordz, featuring the same radio versions of these cuts. The DIY aesthetic of this 7-inch release (hand packaged and stickered) hopes to pay tribute to the original’s independent, no frills nature.
Shadez of Brooklyn is made up of Chocolate Tye, Tee Black, Reverend Al, and Rambo.
Change, my life has changed
Change, (change) and I will never be the same
Change, the world has changed
Change, (change) and it will never be the same
Artist: Shadez Of Brooklyn
Title: Change b/w When It Rains It Pours
Format: 7” vinyl
Label: Cotter Records
Inquires: cotterrecords@gmail.com
