People who love the idea of hip-hop and believe it can be as complex and broadly emotional as any music, but who are weary of the rigidity with which rappers define themselves, salivate over groups like the Pharcyde. The foursome comes from the gangsta rap mecca of South Central L.A. but their musical vision veers closer to the worldwide vibe of east coasters De La Soul than any Gat-toting sellout. Their 1992 debut Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde unveiled a group with flair and personality--both smart and whimsical--and an honesty rarely heard in rhyme.
During the three years that followed its release, group members Imani, Tre, Romye, and Fatlip moved from their Pharcyde Manor in South Central to a suburban L.A. home/studio, Lab Cabin. The long-awaited sophomore effort, Labcabincalifornia, reflected the group's new environment with a sound more polished, more mature, but a lot less uproarious than before.
The group apparently labored meticulously in Lab Cabin, where they cleaned and tightened the Pharcyde sound. But, it seems their upscaled style sanitized the energy and enthusiasm so abundant on Bizarre Ride. Tracks like "Runnin'" and "She Said" roll with more subdued and disciplined west coast jazz/soul samples and feature technically strong but often aimless and uninteresting rapping. Even a promising cut titled "Splattitorium" turns out to be a quiet stoned mumble over mellow piano tinkles. Perhaps with Labcabin, the Pharcyde guys grew too much. Hopefully next time around they'll remember how to be kids again. --Roni Sarig
Labcabincalifornia,Pharcyde,Capitol,R&B,Rap & Hip-Hop,Soul/Reggae/Rhythm & Blues
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde Manufacturer: Delicious Vinyl ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005A09J Release Date: 2001-03-20 |
Tracks:
- Bullshit
- Pharcyde
- Groupie Therapy
- Runnin'
- She Said
- Splattitorium
- Somethin' That Means Somethin'
- All Live
- Drop
- Hey You
- Y?
- It's All Good!
- Moment In Time
- The Hustle
- Little D
- Devil Music
- The E.N.D.
Customer Reviews:
Mature, artistic, and focused.......2007-01-04
The album begins with the excellent "Bulls...," a laidback sounding cut where the rappers deliver inspirational lyrics that inspire to forget worries and troubles and "stop fightin' that feelin'." The next song, "Pharcyde," is a little more introductory and allows the group to represent themselves over a nice beat. "Groupie Therapy" speaks fondly of the Pharcyde's interactions with women throughout their lives, on a song produced by East Coast producer Diamond D. The true standout of the tracklist is "Runnin'," possibly the best song of the group's catalog. This song has deep lyrics discusses dealing with problems and an awesome, signature-styled musical backing from Jay Dee. I also love "She Said," a slow groove that just sounds happy and makes my head nod. "Splattitorium" and "Somethin' That Means Somethin'" are two good songs that precede the great "Drop." "Hey You" provides more of the tight focused sound that makes "Labcabincalifornia" so excellent, and "Y?" has the MCs asking why life has to be so hard through their struggles. "Moment in Time" is a musical highlight, and "Hustle" is an interesting song where the group lends the microphone to some unknown rappers. "Devil Music" is a humorous and catchy song, and "The E.N.D." ends the album on a good note.
I highly recommend that fans of lyrical and artistic hip hop check out "Labcabincalifornia." Those who liked the Pharcyde's debut or are fans of artists like Souls of Mischief, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Common, and other like-minded rappers will love this album. This is one of the finest works of the awesome underground hip hop wave of the mid nineties and I highly suggest listeners give it a purchase.
Jazzy brilliance with depth in both lyrics and tune.......2006-07-16
Good Music.......2005-11-26
The Pharcyde - Labcabincalifornia .......2005-07-20
The Pharcyde's second album was "Labcabincalifornia" (1995). The Los Angeles group consisted of Derrick "Fatlip" Stewart Tre "Slimkid" Hardson, Imani Wilcox, and Romye "Booty Brown" Robinson. Pharcyde, Slum Village's Jay Dee, M. Walk and Diamond D produced this 17 track release. The albums opener Jay Dee produced "Bull****" is a dope track which was an immediate head nodder. My favorite track on this release is "Runnin", a smooth track, the Pharcyde drop some memorable lyrics and a chorus to remember. On "Something That Means Somethin" the Pharcyde drops some conscious lyrics, while ripping up "Drop" with fast paced rhymes. "Y?" has the Pharcyde talking about betrayals and the ups and downs of life. A short interlude follows, then Slim Kid shines on the premium M-Walk produced "Moment In Time", a track dedicated to those who died to young. The Pharcyde talk about their ambitions to make it on "Hustle". Backed by some heavier sounding beats, Pharcyde then deliver "Devil Music". The album closes off with the "The E.N.D.", a track, which has the Pharcyde giving thanks, Kamau delivers a memorable on point guest verse. The Pharcyde delivered original and memorable music with their last major release "Labcabincalifornia".
Very Solid Sophmore album.......2005-04-22
If you're a hip hop fan, this is a must have album
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde Manufacturer: Capitol ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000008PUN Release Date: 1995-11-14 |
Tracks:
- Bullshit
- Pharcyde
- Groupie Therapy
- Runnin'
- She Said
- Splattitorium
- Somethin' That Means Somethin'
- All Live
- Drop
- Hey You
- Y?
- It's All Good!
- Moment in Time
- Hustle - Big Boy, The Pharcyde, , Schmooche Cat
- Little D
- Devil Music
- E.N.D.
Amazon.com
People who love the idea of hip-hop and believe it can be as complex and broadly emotional as any music, but who are weary of the rigidity with which rappers define themselves, salivate over groups like the Pharcyde. The foursome comes from the gangsta rap mecca of South Central L.A. but their musical vision veers closer to the worldwide vibe of east coasters De La Soul than any Gat-toting sellout. Their 1992 debut Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde unveiled a group with flair and personality--both smart and whimsical--and an honesty rarely heard in rhyme.
During the three years that followed its release, group members Imani, Tre, Romye, and Fatlip moved from their Pharcyde Manor in South Central to a suburban L.A. home/studio, Lab Cabin. The long-awaited sophomore effort, Labcabincalifornia, reflected the group's new environment with a sound more polished, more mature, but a lot less uproarious than before.
The group apparently labored meticulously in Lab Cabin, where they cleaned and tightened the Pharcyde sound. But, it seems their upscaled style sanitized the energy and enthusiasm so abundant on Bizarre Ride. Tracks like "Runnin'" and "She Said" roll with more subdued and disciplined west coast jazz/soul samples and feature technically strong but often aimless and uninteresting rapping. Even a promising cut titled "Splattitorium" turns out to be a quiet stoned mumble over mellow piano tinkles. Perhaps with Labcabin, the Pharcyde guys grew too much. Hopefully next time around they'll remember how to be kids again. --Roni Sarig
Customer Reviews:
What happened to Pharcyde?.......2006-03-01
You can't not fail to not dislike this album!!!.......2001-01-13
pharcyde the real mcs of hip hop.......2001-01-12
WORD TO THE WISE.......2000-11-26
Recognize a classic when you see one!.......2000-04-15
I remember when the source robbed this CD, giving it only 3 1/2 mics(?). I was mad as hell, but after they gave Master P and Westside Connect praises, I realized how wack and political the source had become. I think that when this cd came out, there was a battle within the industry between being all about the cash and all about the art. We know who won that battle. It set the stage for characters like Jay-Z and Mase to come in and cash in with unoriginal, recycled production a la puff.
Recognize that this is one of the best hip hop contributions ever. Fatlip delivered some of the most memorable verses put on wax. And the production by Jay Dee was fresh and original, as opposed to his work with the Ummah that has sadly become predictable (with his patented beat manipulations that have grown tiresome - check out love movement by tribe, although his work on Common's last joint is alot better). The attitude was fun and innovative. This here joint represents what we lost with the evolution of the rap industry. If you don't have it, you are not hip hop, money. Go get it.
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde Manufacturer: Delicious Vinyl ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000006C7V Release Date: 1998-04-28 |
Tracks:
- Bullshit
- Pharcyde
- Groupie Therapy
- Runnin'
- She Said
- Splattitorium
- Somethin' That Means Somethin'
- All Live
- Drop
- Hey You
- Y?
- It's All Good!
- Moment In Time
- The Hustle
- Little D
- Devil Music
- The E.N.D.
Amazon.com
People who love the idea of hip-hop and believe it can be as complex and broadly emotional as any music, but who are weary of the rigidity with which rappers define themselves, salivate over groups like the Pharcyde. The foursome comes from the gangsta rap mecca of South Central L.A. but their musical vision veers closer to the worldwide vibe of east coasters De La Soul than any Gat-toting sellout. Their 1992 debut Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde unveiled a group with flair and personality--both smart and whimsical--and an honesty rarely heard in rhyme.
During the three years that followed its release, group members Imani, Tre, Romye, and Fatlip moved from their Pharcyde Manor in South Central to a suburban L.A. home/studio, Lab Cabin. The long-awaited sophomore effort, Labcabincalifornia, reflected the group's new environment with a sound more polished, more mature, but a lot less uproarious than before.
The group apparently labored meticulously in Lab Cabin, where they cleaned and tightened the Pharcyde sound. But, it seems their upscaled style sanitized the energy and enthusiasm so abundant on Bizarre Ride. Tracks like "Runnin'" and "She Said" roll with more subdued and disciplined west coast jazz/soul samples and feature technically strong but often aimless and uninteresting rapping. Even a promising cut titled "Splattitorium" turns out to be a quiet stoned mumble over mellow piano tinkles. Perhaps with Labcabin, the Pharcyde guys grew too much. Hopefully next time around they'll remember how to be kids again. --Roni Sarig
Customer Reviews:
What happened to Pharcyde?.......2006-03-01
You can't not fail to not dislike this album!!!.......2001-01-13
pharcyde the real mcs of hip hop.......2001-01-12
WORD TO THE WISE.......2000-11-26
Recognize a classic when you see one!.......2000-04-15
I remember when the source robbed this CD, giving it only 3 1/2 mics(?). I was mad as hell, but after they gave Master P and Westside Connect praises, I realized how wack and political the source had become. I think that when this cd came out, there was a battle within the industry between being all about the cash and all about the art. We know who won that battle. It set the stage for characters like Jay-Z and Mase to come in and cash in with unoriginal, recycled production a la puff.
Recognize that this is one of the best hip hop contributions ever. Fatlip delivered some of the most memorable verses put on wax. And the production by Jay Dee was fresh and original, as opposed to his work with the Ummah that has sadly become predictable (with his patented beat manipulations that have grown tiresome - check out love movement by tribe, although his work on Common's last joint is alot better). The attitude was fun and innovative. This here joint represents what we lost with the evolution of the rap industry. If you don't have it, you are not hip hop, money. Go get it.
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000072VU Release Date: 2007-04-24 |
Tracks:
- Bullshit
- Pharcyde
- Groupie Therapy
- Runnin'
- She Said
- Splattitorium
- Somethin' That Means Somethin'
- All Live
- Drop
- Hey You
- Y?
- It's All Good!
- Moment in Time
- Hustle - Big Boy, The Pharcyde, , Schmooche Cat
- Little D
- Devil Music
- E.N.D.
Amazon.com
People who love the idea of hip-hop and believe it can be as complex and broadly emotional as any music, but who are weary of the rigidity with which rappers define themselves, salivate over groups like the Pharcyde. The foursome comes from the gangsta rap mecca of South Central L.A. but their musical vision veers closer to the worldwide vibe of east coasters De La Soul than any Gat-toting sellout. Their 1992 debut Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde unveiled a group with flair and personality--both smart and whimsical--and an honesty rarely heard in rhyme.
During the three years that followed its release, group members Imani, Tre, Romye, and Fatlip moved from their Pharcyde Manor in South Central to a suburban L.A. home/studio, Lab Cabin. The long-awaited sophomore effort, Labcabincalifornia, reflected the group's new environment with a sound more polished, more mature, but a lot less uproarious than before.
The group apparently labored meticulously in Lab Cabin, where they cleaned and tightened the Pharcyde sound. But, it seems their upscaled style sanitized the energy and enthusiasm so abundant on Bizarre Ride. Tracks like "Runnin'" and "She Said" roll with more subdued and disciplined west coast jazz/soul samples and feature technically strong but often aimless and uninteresting rapping. Even a promising cut titled "Splattitorium" turns out to be a quiet stoned mumble over mellow piano tinkles. Perhaps with Labcabin, the Pharcyde guys grew too much. Hopefully next time around they'll remember how to be kids again. --Roni Sarig
Customer Reviews:
What happened to Pharcyde?.......2006-03-01
You can't not fail to not dislike this album!!!.......2001-01-13
pharcyde the real mcs of hip hop.......2001-01-12
WORD TO THE WISE.......2000-11-26
Recognize a classic when you see one!.......2000-04-15
I remember when the source robbed this CD, giving it only 3 1/2 mics(?). I was mad as hell, but after they gave Master P and Westside Connect praises, I realized how wack and political the source had become. I think that when this cd came out, there was a battle within the industry between being all about the cash and all about the art. We know who won that battle. It set the stage for characters like Jay-Z and Mase to come in and cash in with unoriginal, recycled production a la puff.
Recognize that this is one of the best hip hop contributions ever. Fatlip delivered some of the most memorable verses put on wax. And the production by Jay Dee was fresh and original, as opposed to his work with the Ummah that has sadly become predictable (with his patented beat manipulations that have grown tiresome - check out love movement by tribe, although his work on Common's last joint is alot better). The attitude was fun and innovative. This here joint represents what we lost with the evolution of the rap industry. If you don't have it, you are not hip hop, money. Go get it.
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde Manufacturer: Capitol ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000008PY1 Release Date: 1995-11-14 |
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Labcabincalifornia
The Pharcyde Manufacturer: Delicious Vinyl ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000006KQA Release Date: 1997-06-10 |
Tracks:
- Bullshit
- Pharcyde
- Groupie Therapy
- Runnin'
- She Said
- Splattitorium
- Somethin' That Means Somethin'
- All Live
- Drop
- Hey You
- Y?
- It's All Good!
- Moment in Time
- Hustle - Big Boy, The Pharcyde, , Schmooche Cat
- Little D
- Devil Music
- E.N.D.
Dance Music:
- Let's Get It Started
- Lethal
- Licensed to Ill
- Locked Up
- Lunitik Muzik [Explicit Lyrics]
- Maybe One Day
- Memphis to the Bombed out Bay [Explicit Lyrics]
- Mental Floss for the Globe
- Midi, Maxi & Efti
- Mo Money
Dance Music
Best of the Crusaders [Import]
Footloose [Original recording remastered] [SACD] [Soundtrack]
Never There [CD-single] [Extra tracks] [Import]