The Rec Show Podcast
David “Gldnmnd” Hicks is a Beatmaker and Hip Hop culture participant/supporter based in the United States. On The Rec Show Podcast, Gldnmnd interviews Beatmakers/Music Producers/Composers from around the world, hearing stories of beat culture, musical journeys (past and present), musical exposures and music technology. Topics include music genesis, inspirations, music superheroes, Digital Audio Workstations vs. Analog gear, Discographies, Local Beat Scene/community views and more while listening to each guest’s instrumental music compositions. Tap In!
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Abstract Butta Fingas
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On Episode 106, today's guest hails from Landcaster, California. He's a Five Signs Crew, Neck Brakers Crew member, Music Producer, Experimentalist, Film Composer, Sound Designer, Collaborator and more. Please welcome Mr. Abstract Butta Fingas to the show. Enjoy and check the links below!
During this episode, we chopped it up about his music journey, inspirations, aspirations and more. ABF was born in Chicago Illinois and grew up in Cameroon & Nigeria listening to global Black music. He told the hilarious story of getting his moniker sharpened from his time spent with The Beat Junkies Institute of Sound. He got exposed to Hip Hop, Punk, electronic, Fela Kuti, Björk Radio Head and more. Being exposed to global music growing up. He names his Greatest Beat of All Time from "C.R.E.A.M." by The Wu-Tang Clan, produced by RZA. He names his Beatmaker/Music Producer Superheros like J Dilla, RZA, Skyscraper, , and more. After having his 700Club moment when he heard C.R.E.A.M he had to wait 10-12 years later to have the tools to create his own music. He creates music using different samplers like P.O. 33, MPC, SP404s and more.
ABF gave creator details about albums some of his like 'Because I'm Beautiful', 'Garden of God', 'Culture Power45 Beat Tape Sessions Vol. 1, 'Music For Cyborgs who love soul music' and more. Mr. Abstract Butta Fingas left crazy jewels, inspiring words for Beatmakers and detailed what's in store for the rest of 2023/2024.
Abstract Butta Fingas’s Gems:
1. Appreciate the moments more
2. Create with no limits
3. Give music creators artistic freedom and watch the magic happen
4. Go with the flow when creating music (create with no destination)
5. Music is a social conversation
Intro Track: Nami (hand wave) by Onitram from FABC Vol. 21 Album
Featured Music: Various tracks from Abstract Butta Fingas’s Music Discography (Available Here)
Social Media: @mr_abstract_butta_fingas
Website: https://linktr.ee/abstractbuttafingas
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