It’s once again en vouge to make lists of top rappers. This is a past time as old as pen and paper. People making lists of their favorite things, and in this case favorite MCs. However, I think the sudden resurgence of “Best MCs” lists in the past few months started after Jermaine Dupri‘s indictment of rappers, particularly female rappers, post-1995.
Dear Epik High, Thank You
As someone who writes a lot of critique, there are times when you just don’t know what to say. Words quite literally fail you. This is especially true for moments when an experience leaves you so utterly awe-inspired, so emotionally moved the prim professionalism of a music journalist seems petty. This is what happened to me following Epik High’s Austin stop of their North American tour. At times like these there’s really only one thing to say:
Thank you.
We Do ‘Epik High’: An Interview with Epik High
It wouldn’t be a stretch to call Epik High legends. For over 15 years, the hip-hop Renaissance Men have enraptured audiences with their alternative perspective of the genre. With a penchant for creating music that digs into the insecurities and frailties of human nature, Tablo, Mithra Jin, and Tukutz have paved the way for a generation of artists who express themselves without fear.
Following the release of their second EP, “sleepless in __________,” the trio have embarked on a world tour. Before their stop in Austin, TX, they took some time out to answer some questions for HiphopKR.
Epik High drops special music video ‘LOST ONE’ in collaboration with film ‘Forgotten’
Epik High released the special music video for ‘LOST ONE (feat. Kimg Jongwan of NELL).’ The track is a collaboration with Director Jang Hang Jun for his upcoming movie, ‘Forgotten.’
Epik High release concept video for ‘LOVE STORY (Feat. IU)’
Epik High have revealed the concept video for their song ‘LOVE STORY’ off their latest ‘We’ve Done Something Wonderful‘ LP.
Epik High release 9th LP ‘WE’VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL’
Today, Epik High have released their ninth full-length album ‘WE’VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL’.
Three years ago, Epik High released their eighth full-length album ‘신발장 (SHOEBOX)’. Their latest LP ‘WE’VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL‘ holds eleven songs that many listeners will be able to relate to.
The trio promoted the album on their own, hinting at the featured artists who are impressive as usual: IU, MINO, Simon Dominic, The Quiett, Oh Hyuk, Crush, and more.
With this meaningful album, the group is conveying all the stories that they’ve been wanting to tell their fans during the last three years. ‘WE’VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL’ is available on Korean music portals, Apple Music, iTunes, and Spotify.
Watch the music video for the tracks ‘ HOME IS FAR AWAY’ and ‘LOVE STORY’ below!
‘WE’VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL’ Track List & Credits:
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난 사람이 제일 무서워 (PEOPLE SCARE ME)
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin, Roger Anfinsen, Lee Hutson Sr, Joseph Scott
Composed & arranged by DJ Tukutz, Chancellor, Docskim, Roger Anfinsen, Lee Hutson Sr, Joseph ScottAll programming by DJ Tukutz, Chancellor, Docskim
Strings arrangement by Ryu Young Min
Strings by Yung StringContains elements from ‘Love’s Society’ (R. Anfinsen/L. Hutson/R. Anfinsen) performed by The Natural Four
Licensed courtesy Rhino Records by arrangement with Rhino Entertainment Company, a Warner Music Group Company. Published by WB Music Corp. (ASCAP)/Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. (BMI).
Used with permission. All rights reserved. -
연애소설 (LOVE STORY) (Feat. IU) TITLE
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed by Tablo, DJ Tukutz
Arranged by DJ TukutzAll programming by DJ Tukutz
Strings arrangement by Ryu Young Min
Strings by Yung String
Additional piano by Jung Ho KyuContains an interpolation of ‘Embarcação’ (Chico Buarque/Francis Hime)
Published by Memorial Maya Music (N/A)
Used with permission. All rights reserved. -
노땡큐 (NO THANXXX) (Feat. MINO, Simon Dominic & The Quiett)
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin, Song Min-Ho, Simon Dominic, The Quiett
Composed by DJ Tukutz, Tablo, The Quiett
Arranged by DJ Tukutz, Tablo
All programming by DJ Tukutz, Tablo
Electric guitar by Mr. Sync -
빈차 (HOME IS FAR AWAY) (Feat. Oh Hyuk) TITLE
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed by Tablo
Arranged by Tablo, DJ TukutzAll programming by Tablo, DJ Tukutz
Strings arranged by Ryu Young Min
Strings by Yung String
Piano by Tablo, Shaun
Bass by Kim Ki Uk
Acoustic guitar by Mr. Sync
Electric guitar by Shaun -
HERE COME THE REGRETS (Feat. Lee Hi)
Produced by DJ Tukutz
Rap lyrics written by Tablo
Written by DJ Tukutz, Tablo, Anne Wik, Ronny Svendsen, Jin Choi, Ilsey Juber, Lee Hi -
상실의 순기능 (THE BENEFITS OF HEARTBREAK) (Feat. Lee Suhyun)
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed & arranged by TabloAll programming by Tablo
Acoustic guitar by Mr. Sync
Narration by Kwon Da HyunNarration from the book ‘끌림’ by poet Lee Byungryul
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BLEED
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed & arranged by Tablo, DJ TukutzAll programming by Tablo, DJ Tukutz
Electric guitar by Mr. Sync -
TAPE 2002年 7月 28日 (TAPE 2002 7 28)
Lyrics written by Epik High
Composed and arranged by Epik High, J-Win -
어른 즈음에 (US AGAINST THE WORLD)
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed by DJ Tukutz, Tablo
Arranged by DJ TukutzAll programming by DJ Tukutz
Piano & keyboards by Philtre, DJ Tukutz
Bass by Kim Ki Uk
Youth chorus by Rainbow Choir -
개화 (開花) (LOST ONE) (Feat. Kim Jong Wan)
Lyrics written by Tablo
Composed & arranged by Tablo, Docskim, ChancellorAll programming by Tablo, Docskim, Chancellor
Strings arranged by Docskim, Chancellor, Mr. Sync
Strings by Yung String
Electric guitar by Kim Seung Hyun, Mr. Sync -
문배동 단골집 (MUNBAE-DONG) (Feat. Crush)
Lyrics written by Tablo, Mithra Jin
Composed by DJ Tukutz, Tablo, Shaun
Arranged by DJ Tukutz, ShaunAll programming by DJ Tukutz, Shaun
Strings arranged by Mr. Sync
Strings by Yung String
Piano and bass by Shaun
Flute by Cha Soo Ah
‘HOME IS FAR AWAY + LOVE STORY’ MV:
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Nightingale Film | Storytelling in Korean Hiphop
Read about storytelling in the Korean hiphop scene, illustrated with examples and song recommendations.
HIPHOPPLAYA FESTIVAL 2016
HIPHOPPLAYA will be holding one of the largest Korean hiphop festivals this upcoming April! See all the details within.
Check out the press release statement for the upcoming hiphop festival:
Since 2000, the beginning period of K-HIPHOP, HIPHOPPLAYA started its operation. It has played an essential role as a bridge between musicians and hip-hop fans, by having 450 times of interviewing hip-hop musicians, 16,000+ news articles, 400 radio shows, 60 competitions for amateur musicians, and 60 times of hip-hop concerts.
Among those things, more than 300 teams of musicians honored the stage of HIPHOPPLAYA SHOW, which started in 2006, including Epik High, Dynamic Duo, Dok2, Beenzino etc, displaying special stages such as unusual collaboration stages, real instruments sound band sets to share the fever of hip-hop concert with fans. HIPHOPPLAYA SHOW has recorded so many sellouts to prove to be bankable. Based on know-hows that have been accumulated for 10 years, we open hip-hop festival on Han River Park in the middle of spring, 2016.
With not only respected musicians’ stages, but also street cultures mingled, it will be precious present for you who love hiphop/R&B music and culture.
Genre : Festival
Venue : Nanji Hangang Park, Seoul (162, Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul)
Date/Time : 2016.04.09(Sat) (13:00 ~ 21:00)
Run time : 480 minutes
Age Group : 12 years and over
Price : Reservation 77,000 KRW / At the door 88,000 KRW
For Inquiries : festival@hiphopplaya.com
1st Lineup Artist
– EPIK HIGH
– BEENZINO
– DEAN
– PALOALTO
– GIRIBOY
– GENIUS NOCHANG
– DON MILLS
– NAFLA
– LOOPY
– OWEN OVADOZ
– BLOO
– DJ SON
and many more…
RESERVATION :
http://www.ticketlink.co.kr/global/en/product/12729 (english)
http://www.ticketlink.co.kr/product/12729
Throwback Thursday Jams: Epik High ft. Clazziquai, “Even if I’m alone”
Even if you are alone, you can enjoy this week’s TBT jams!