Tribute To Los Angeles Record Labels
Volume 2: Techno Hop
Techno Hop was a label ran by The Unknown D.J. from 1984-1989 with one release in 2008. Known for Electro and releasing the classic "6 In The Mornin" by Ice-T. The label also had non electro artist such as King Tee, with 2 singles released and produced by D.J. Pooh. Techno Hop artist are some of the first talking about Compton and released the 1st single by Comptons Most Wanted. The 3 artist mention went on to become successful MCs on major labels after these releases. That's how popular Techno Hop records were in Los Angeles. D.J. Battery Brain from the Kaos Crew (Rappers Rapp Disco Co.) was also signed by Unknown and released "8 Volt Mix" in 1988
Enjoy the mix
J.Rocc
Fun facts and some questions.
Techno Hop never released THR-7, THR-11, THR-14, THR-16 or THR-18.
Did those releases have test presses?
Is Unknown D.J. also Andre The D.J. from Rappers Rapp Disco Co.?
What happened to the "LA DJS" EP (THR-1000)
Global chart history
Top position held by this upload
Comments
Growing up in L.A. Crenshaw and Jefferson i couldn't wait until Techno Hop would drop a single. Thise first three Ice T singles were life. Ta Don't Quit, Doggin the Wax, and 6 in the Morning are classics.
You are speaking my language
Is there a download link to this?
They don't make them like they used to. So much music put together into one track. This couldn't have been easy. Dope!
Absolute class , all the tribute to la mixes are excellent
Old skool is seriously bad! Cheers!
So dope to hear this mix.. I own all these joints on vinyl.. Beatronic is 1 of the dopest Hip Hop records ever!!
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