This is off K-Def’s American Gangster remix project that was put out (unofficially) in 2008. The dope thing about this is how he flipped the sample (a well known Johnny “Guitar” Watson) joint which was played in reverse. Another small taste of how talented K-Def is. He’s a legend in his own right and more heads should take notice, damn near 20 years in the game! While on the subject of the great Hov, make sure to head over to Al Lindstrom and check out the homie Chris Moss’ excellent write up on Reasonable Doubt, celebrating 15 years!
True story: K-Def is amazing behind the boards, b.u.t. does not get the credit he deserves. It’s pretty unfortunate, however I foresee this changing very soon. Having studied directly under Marley Marl, K-Def has constructed classics for LL Cool J, Lords of the Underground, Artifacts, Tragedy Khadafi (Intelligent Hoodlum), A.D.O.R., handled damn near all the production for Real Live’s The Turnaround as well as production for Diddy’s camp. This is a joint that was released in ’94 produced by K-Def and featured his crazy turntable skills. Currently, the dopehouse is working closely with K-Def, Redefinition Records, Al Lindstrom and The Lost Tapes to compile his best work and re-introduce K-Def to those who may not be familiar with the man and his amazing discography.
Ghost over Hov beats, Hov over Ghost beats? Yes please! Props to DJ Chong Wizard for mixing up Jay w/ GK and K-Def for his DOPE job on his rendition of American Gangster.
