DJ DMT PRESENTS: HIP HOP KILLED ME THE RE-MIXTAPE, VOL. 1.

"Hip Hop Killed Me...". NOW... before you jump all over my ass about the title... It's all about rekindling my love for Hip Hop music.

All tracks are remixed by Daneja Mentale aka DJ DMT* for Def For Life Records. You can download the full mixtape "Hip Hop Killed Me" on Dec. 8 right here on this blog. The mixtape features remixed tracks from Jay Z, The D.O.C., Bonecrusher, Edo. G, Nas, Buckshot, and many more!

I'm posting select tracks from the mix here until the full release. So have fun, I hope you enjoy listening to them.

each link is separate, no winrar files

• 
  JAY-Z "MOMENT OF CLARITY" (D-MIX)
  JAY-Z "P.S.A." (D-MIX)
  SMITTY "ONE TIME" (D-MIX) (previously unreleased)
  EDO. G feat. DJ PREMIER "SAYIN' SOMETHIN' (D-MIX)
  BIG PUN feat. 6430 "WHO IS A THUG?" (D-MIX)
• BONECRUSHER feat. SLIP "SUPA MAN" (previously unreleased)

COMING SOON!

2008 DEF FOR LIFE MIXTAPES

PLEASE BARE WITH ME...

I recently received some complaints about dead links. I will try to re-up as many as possible on a weekly basis. Sorry for the inconvenience.

RICK FLARE aka NAILZ "THE MAYOR RICK FLARE"

This 10-track EP is Hip-Hop producer Rick Flare's debut album on Def For Life Records. The album includes the hit single: "I'm On The Block" which was previously released on the Soul Mafia Family's "The Coming". Other noteworthy tracks are: "Too Gangsta To Live" and "I Didn't Know" which displays a story about a regular guy in love with a gangsta girl. The album was entirely produced by Flare.

Tracks:

1. I'M ON THE BLOCK
2. CHECK
3. TOO GANGSTA TO LIVE
4. ABILITY
5. HOTTER THAN ME
6. I DIDN'T KNOW
7. GET YOUR WEIGHT UP
8. BOY FROM THE KAK
9. GET YOUR WEIGHT UP (remix) (feat. D-Mo & King James)
10. TOO MUCH HEART, TOO MUCH GRIND

PRODUCED BY RICK FLARE

2005 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS+

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SPARQKLIPZ "FOREIGN LANGUAGE"

THE WORDS OF SPARQKLIPZ:



The muzik game iz fulla Clownz, artists with no talent feedin off the next man s**t. Everybody tryna do what sells or puts them in the spotlight, but SPARQKLIPZ has never been that type. From Italy to NY, Boston to Springfield, Hartford to Maryland and I done met a bunch of carbon paper rappers (duplicates) itz taught me a lot and made me stronger it made me realize how some will do anything to add a fictitious spin to they story. Lord Have Mercy cuz these weak links done got me started!!!!! Y'all thought i was on a hiatus when i was only expanding my insight sh***tttt!! i got something 4 y'all funny ass Mascots Oh and if u feel offended by this well ima say it politely F**K YOU!!!!!!!!!

The album "Foreign Language" features production from Arkane, Mazing, Phrequency, Daneja Mentale and Exel.

Tracklist:

1. THE EXORDIUM
2. COCO (Perico)
3. BY MY SIDE
4. IN N.Y.
5. THE RIGHT PICK
6. DON'T CRY 4 ME
7. DA JUMP OFF (feat. Styl & Fokissed)
8. BROTHAZ NECK
9. ROCK HARD
10. SKIT
11. FREAKING U
12. MASTERPIECE
13. GET @ ME (feat. Syco)
14. NO WALK, NO TALK
15. NO MATTER HOW HARD
16. PARTY N BULLSH*T
17. LOVE RECIPE (feat. Melissa Forbes)
18. SKIT
19. NO WAY OUT
20. OUTRO

2006 2 AM MUZIK INC.

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SOUL MAFIA FAMILY "THE COMING"

"The Coming" is the first compilation on Def For Life Records. Originally a Dirty South album, "The Coming" features artists and producers from all coasts and foriegn countries. This album not only served listeners, it also promoted every artist presented here. NOTE: EVERY ARTIST ON THIS ALBUM NETWORKED THROUGH THE INTERNET. In fact, Daneja Mentale contacted everybody through a contest on SoundClick.com to "audition" for the album. The hits include: "As Live As It Gets (Rmx)", "Throw It Up", "I'm On The Block", "Real Hip-Hop" Negative Environment" and many more!

The Coming was released in 2005 after 4 long years in the making (due to staff and tracklist changes).

Tracks:

1. The Intro - Heavyweight/Daneja Mentale/D-Boi/AB Kapon/C2/Big Dog
2. Gangsta - Xplicit Kontent [Midland, Ga.]
3. As Live As It Gets (Rmx) - Sparqklipz feat. Syco [Bronx, N.Y,]
4. Change - KonSICKwence feat Excentrik [Salt Lake City, Ut.]
5. Spit Flame - D-Boi feat. Daneja Mentale & Heavyweight [Columbus, Ga.]
6. Keep Movin' - Xplicit Kontent
7. Throw It Up - Syko-Rah [Columbus, Ga.]
8. Real Hip-Hop - Daneja Mentale [Phenix City, Al.]
9. I'm On The Block - Rick Flare aka Nailz [Charleston, S.C.]
10. Negative Environment - Swift [Columbus, Ga.]
11. Stress - KD LMR feat. Swift & Mr. Muhammad [Columbus, Ga.]
12. Things Change - Head of Command [Lancaster, Pa.]
13. Representin' (Rmx) - J. Mack feat. Royale & Daneja Menatle [Columbus, Ga.]
14. Caddy Coupe Song - Syko-Rah [Columbus, Ga.]
15. Nobody Else - Dammuon [Phenix City, Al.]
16. Rhymes Into Paper (Rmx) - Exel [Rome, Italy]
17. 100% Legit (Critical Shit) - D Shoccz [Columbus, Ga.]
18. Back Again - P.R. Twinz [Columbus, Ga.]
19. Thug Shit - D.G. feat. Xplicit Kontent & Lil' Jay [Columbus, Ga.]
20. The Outro - Heavyweight [Columbus, Ga]

Produced by Daneja Mentale, L. Pro, Rick Flare aka Nailz, Spen One, Exel, Syko-Rah, and Immac Productions

2005 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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DANEJA MENTALE "THE RECLUSE: MUSIC FROM THE VAULTS"

Now before you jump the gun... "Listen Closely Vol. 1 & 2" ARE the LAST albums! This is a collection of outtakes and bonus tracks from the "Vol. 1: Rhymes & Beats", "Vol. 2: The Art of Expression" sessions. Also added are tracks from the "Dark Waters" and "Home Is Where The Hate Is" sessions. The Recluse..." is an E.P. that is to be released before the arrival of "Vol. 2". Along with "Vol. 1", this collection will finally end the series with a bang. It has been said by Daneja, that he will not record any more albums. There are many reasons in the air, but many of his peers say it's just rumors. Though he said that will continue to record and do guest apperences... we will see in the near future. Will he stand by his word or will he follow the footsteps of Scarface, Jay-Z, and Too $hort and make a comeback? We shall see.

TRACKS:

1. ACRYLIC (Revisited) %
2. SAY SOMETHIN' **
3. THE RECLUSE
4. I KNOW NOW (Original Version) *
5. INTERLUDE
6. TEMPTATION
7. LIVE NOW
8. MONEY (Revisted)
9. AND THEY CALL IT AMERICA (Revisited) *
10. SELF EXPRESSION (Revisited) *^
11. THE LETTER **
12. THE EXIT

* - original version will appear on "Listen Closely"

** - outtake from "Listen Closely"

^ - outtake from "Home Is Where The Hate Is"

% - outtake from "Dark Waters"

2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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DANEJA MENTALE - AND THEY CALL IT AMERICA [INTERNET SINGLE]

"...And They Call It America" is a fiery two-verse track focusing on police brutality. Daneja Mentale recorded the song 2 days after 3 NYPD officers were found not guilty for the killing of New York resident Sean Bell. The verses also point out references to the 2003 killing of motorist Kenneth Walker on highway I-85 in Columbus, Georgia by a deputy sheriff.

TRACKS:

1. AND THEY CALL IT AMERICA (Radio)
2. AND THEY CALL IT AMERICA (Expilcit)
3. AND THEY CALL IT AMERICA (Instrumental)

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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DANEJA MENTALE "DARK WATERS"

"Dark Waters", Daneja's double CD contained the hits: "Real Hip-Hop", "The Reason", the controversial "Who's The Enemy?", and the hilarious "Me & My Dick". Produced entirely by Daneja, this album focuses on the personal life and social issues. Guest include: D.G., Syko-Rah, Heavyweight and Big Dog of Xplicit Kontent, Sparqklipz, Mike Pence of Burn The Innocent and D-Boi of UPT. This album followed after 2003's "Truth & Consequences" and created a much better for Daneja. Though some complained that it was too long of an album; entertaining, they also agreed. Some fans were shocked about some of its' content due to the lyrics of "Depression" with its' horrific ending and "False Prophet". Some said that "False Prophet" put them in the mind of Willie D's (of the Geto Boys) 1994 hit "Guess My Religion". However, Daneja has a disclaimer in the song to assure critics that he's only attacking false prophecy, not Christianity.

DISC 1

1. WORDS
2. ACTIVATE
3. REAL HIP-HOP
4. YOU GOT'S TO CHILL 2005
5. REPRESENTIN' (RMX) (FEAT. J-MACK & ROYALE)
6. WHO'S THE ENEMY?
7. POLITIX
8. OPTIONS
9. THE PREDICAMENT
10. BULLSH**
11. ME & MY D*CK (FEAT. D.G.)
12. KARMA
13. K.M.A.
14. THE BOSS
15. 3 THE HARD WAY (RMX) (FEAT. SYKO-RAH & HEAVYWEIGHT)
    
    

DISC 2

1. IN MEMORY OF... (PRELUDE)
2. ONLY GOD KNOWS (FEAT. D-BOI)
3. HANDLE YOUR BUSINESS (FEAT. BIG DOG)
4. NEVER... (FEAT. HEAVYWEIGHT)
5. UNDERSTAND ME NOW
6. NO APOLOGIES (FEAT. SPARQKLIPZ)
7. HUSTLER'S ADVICE
8. NEVER BEEN A THUG
9. FALSE PROPHET (CLEAN VERSION)
10. DEPRESSION (FEAT. MIKE PENCE of BURN THE INNOCENT)
11. THE REASON (FEAT. D-BOI)
12. CHECK IT OUT
13. DARK WATERS
14. F*** YOU

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2005 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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**SNEAK PREVIEW** SOUL MAFIA FAMILY "THE THREAT IS REAL"

***YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST!!!***


Here a lil' something for all of you waiting for the new compilation. Be on the lookout for new Soul Mafia Family compilation "The Threat Is Real".






The new album features tracks from:

• Daneja Mentale
• C-Dot of Psylent Entertainment
• Royale Entry
• D.G.
• Heavyweight
• Head of Command
• Sparqklipz
• Caucasian
• D.N.A.
• Kabra Ki Hata
• J. Brown
• Syko Rah
• Rick Flare
• KD LMR
• D-Boi
• Sham
• Big Nash

and more!!!

coming soon Summer 2008!!!!

2008 Def For Life Records

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D.G. "THUG SH*T" [INTERNET SINGLE]

DG's debut single, taken from the self titled debut and Soul Mafia Family's "The Coming".

TRACKS:

1. THUG SHIT (feat. Xplicit Kontent & Lil' Jay) Explicit Version
2. THUG SH*T (feat. Xplicit Kontent & Lil' Jay) Radio Version

Produced by Daneja Mentale

2005, 2008 Def For Life Records

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J. BROWN "HEAVEN AND A GUN"

RE - UP

The debut release from new Def For Life artist J. Brown is a certified classic! The album features production from Daneja Mentale, Alexis Carrington, Fatal J, Rick Flare aka Nailz, B. Freezy, and Stone B. The twenty-something emcee started in the game working with Chan Willams of Psylent Entertainment 5 years prior to joining the Soul Mafia Family tree to record this promising debut. Often referred to as a young Jay-Z, Brown takes on topics of life, love, pain and music throughout the 17-track project. The original artwork is an eye-catcher as well as the music is an ear-grabber. The cover displays an angel inside of a cathedral, brandishing a pistol. However, violence plays no part in the lyrics. No h*es or b*tches here (except for Daneja Mentale's referral to Bill O'Riely "but O'Riely you ain't that smart you'll never figure us out you racist b*tch"). Still, that's good news, especially for Hip-Hop during the post-Don Imus era. Trust me, the album is that good. The highlights of this album are "Me", the Rick Flare-produced "Down", the title track, the Carrington-produced "The Feel" and "Focus" which features Daneja Mentale on the outro verse.

Tracks:

1. INTRO
2. FOCUS (feat. Daneja Mentale)
3. ME
4. MOTIVATIONAL MUZIK (feat. Daneja Mentale)
5. SOUNDS OF MY LIFE
6. LIMITATIONS
7. NOT ABOUT... (feat. JFK & Stone B.)
8. SYMPTOMS (feat. Mike Stiggs & Pariah)
9. DOWN
10. ISSUES (feat. Pariah, JFK, & Daneja Mentale)
11. QUESTIONS (feat. Heavyweight & Daneja Mentale)
12. DEATH
13. HOME AGAIN
14. HEAVEN AND A GUN (feat. JFK)
15. I PROMISE
16. THE FEEL (feat. Pariah)
17. MORE

2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS
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SWIFT "METAMORPHOSIS"

"Change is good" a wise man once told me. Koalishun's Swift must have heard the same advice. After working and rhyming with KD LMR and his groups Southern Lowlifes and Lost Cause, Swift decided to branch out on his own. "Metamorphosis" is a great departure from Swift's former sound. His lyrics sans the profanity, but still entertains without it (notice the "fake" parental advisory sticker). Some of the production is very dark despite the positive messages, which at first makes it sound odd. However it's tracks like "Not a Day", "Which Way" and "For Life" that make the album enjoyable. But don't let the God-praising lyrics catch you off guard, for Swift still serves wack rappers on "Lyrics" and "Nobody Touch The Mic" which features his wife Tasha Medlock on the chorus.

Tracks:

1. INTRO
2. NOT A DAY
3. ALL OF ME
4. SHAKE IT OFF
5. GREEN PAPER
6. THROUGH MUSIC (skit)
7. WHICH WAY
8. FOR LIFE
9. MIND DRIFT
10. LYRICS
11. YEAH
12. LONG TIME COMING
13. WHAT'S UP WITH THAT?
14. ME & U (feat. Tasha)
15. WHAT U THOUGHT
16. NOBODY TOUCH THE MIC (feat. Tasha)

PRODUCED BY SWIFT

2002 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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DANEJA MENTALE "F*** YOU" [INTERNET SINGLE]

SELF EXPLANATORY!







TAKEN FORM THE DOUBLE ALBUM

"DARK WATERS"

TRACKS:

1. F*** YOU (album version)
2. F*** YOU (instrumental)

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2005 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

D-BOI "THE REASON"

Former UPT (Columbus Ga.) member D-Boi signed with Def For Life Records late of 2005. After a stint and an EP on Keep It Reel Records; D-Boi recorded with Daneja Mentale on the "Dark Waters" and "Home Is Where The Hate Is" LPs. Next was his own hit "Spit Flame" from Soul Mafia's "The Coming". The full-length album "The Reason" delivers more heavy tracks that follow suit.

TRACKS:

1. RE-INTRODUCTION
2. SPIT FLAME
3. SOLIDER'S SONG
4. GET WIT U
5. IT'S YOURS
6. THUG CLAP
7. ONLY GOD KNOWS
8. SPIT FLAME (Clean)

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2006 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

DANEJA MENTALE PRESENTS: "THE DMT REMIXES"

This compilation contains tracks from various artists and remixed by Daneja Mentale.

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SOUL MAFIA FAMILY MEMBER: HEAVYWEIGHT

DANEJA MENTALE "WISH" [INTERNET SINGLE]

"Wish" is a dedication to Daneja's late aunt Vera Foster. The song was written and recorded in just 2 days after her death. This is the most emotional song Daneja Mentale has ever done. As she is described as his "2nd mother", he also reveals the she was also his biggest supporter, even though she hated rap music.

Both tracks were taken from "Listen Closely Vol. 2: The Art of Expression"

TRACKS:

1. WISH (album version)
2. 4 THE FAMILY (album version)

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

QUAD CONTROL STATION -"THE BLACK TAPE"... REVISTED

QCS' 1994 "Black Tape" EP was produced in one week (actually in 5 days). Before the sonic eurosounds of "Bass Xpo 2001"; the "Black Tape" was full of samples from various sources. With styles ranging from Afrika Bambatta, Kraftwerk, and the Miami sound, the "Black Tape" satisfies listeners. In 2007 DJ DMT (Daneja Mentale... DUH!) decided to re-vamp and remix the EP. DMT chose to do so after he loaned the original demo to a close friend, who passed away before he was able to get it back. In a way, this album is more like Limp Bizkit's "New Old Songs" but without the rap vocals.

PRODUCED BY DJ DMT

1994, 2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

DANEJA MENTALE "HUSTLER'S WITHDRAWAL" [INTERNET SINGLE]

THE NEW SINGLE FROM DANEJA MENTALE !

"Hustler's Withdrawal" - Produced by Alexis Carrington for Roc SOulz Productions.

"The Stupids (Remix)" - Produced by Daneja Mentale for Allik Musick Inc.

This is the first single from the album: "Listen Closely Vol. 1: Rhymes & Beats

Tracks:

1. Hustler's Withdrawal (Explicit Version)
2. Hustler's Withdrawal (Edited Version)
3. The Stupids (Explicit Remix Version)
4. The Stupids (Clean Remix Version)

2006, 2008 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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SOUL MAFIA PRESENTS: INTERNET ALBUMS & MIXTAPES

STRICTLY FOR THE FANS!!!!

SOUL MAFIA ENTERPRISES IS PROUD TO PRESENT, THE DEF FOR LIFE INTERNET ALBUMS & MIXTAPES.

BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR RELEASES FROM:

DANEJA MENTALE
SYKO-RAH
J. BROWN
PARIAH (Mystro)
and many more!!!!

SOUL MAFIA FAMILY MEMBER: GABE HOLLAND aka LORD OF BEATZ

Before Def For Life was founded, Gabe Holland had many names in the industry. When Daneja met him in 1993 he was known as Ace G. then he became (gulp! he's gonna kill me for this...) Cisco Kid, Thank God that didn't last long. Then came Quicksilver. No matter what he was in the past, nothing stood out better than Lord of Beatz. Koalishun gave Gabe that name mainly because at the time his long hair made him look like a picture of Jesus. To top that title off, he did bring the gospel to the beat. He and Daneja started Def For Life Records in May 1994. Having already produced tracks for Koalishun, Daneja, Naive (now known as The True), and many other Hip-Hop acts; he decided to move onto different genres. One of these moves made a member of Rock groups Jones Ave., San Francisco Blue with Jefferson Airplane's Bob Harvey, Superczar, and The Sixes. Not the one to forget from whence he came, Gabe is now working on his first Hip-Hop project since 1995.

SOUL MAFIA FAMILY MEMBER: HEAD OF COMMAND

Head Of Command consists of members:

G.I.Pro & Tex aka The Virtuoso

Auxilliary Members Include: FAZE, Jay Ab, I.C.O.N. the Don , Level One aka Princip, and Shure Shot

Head Of Command have been featured on "The Coming" from the Soul Mafia Family compilation which features their smash single "Things Change"

They're currently working on new music for 2008.

DANEJA MENTALE "TRUTH & CONSEQUNCES"

Followed by Renegunn's "199Gunn", Daneja Mentale's "Truth & Consequences" is an uneven project. Due to the restrictions of a local studio, the album suffers from the lack of energy in the songs. Truth be told, Daneja recorded this album after Renegunn was "banned" from the same studio for their use of profanity. Actually... that's far from the truth. Only a few Renegunn members know the REAL reason. Anyway, Daneja sought out to record this album for the first time without the use of a 4-track recorder (some tracks were still recorded at home). The studio's owner allowed Daneja to record despite the fact that he said he would no longer do so. This didn't go so well with KD LMR and the rest of Renegunn. First the single "44 DM" was recorded there, and next profanity was on the album. Gabe Holland shows up on "Easy Way Out". Now... here is where the drama starts. KD hears a rumor leading to the speculation that "Easy Way Out" was directed toward him. Daneja denied all accusations, but didn't convince KD. So he directs a diss toward Daneja, Gabe, P.O.T.Y. (funny fact: P.O.T.Y. is KD's cousin), and Omega Red (original Renegunn member). Daneja tried to make peace but was hit with another diss. That diss led to the infamous "Vendetta" where no prisoners are taken (except for Cosmo, who remained neutral during the beef). That moment had become the most hostile for both rappers (they once had beef in 1995. hence "9 Livez"). Other noteworthy tracks are: "Blind" and "Voice & Valuables" which are more positive in content. This is the track listing for the original pressing with silence from tracks 23 to 42. The reissue placed "Vendetta" 30 seconds after "Outro" and the infamous "When Haters Call" skit is omitted.

TRACKS:

1. Intro
2. Dilemma
   
3. 44 D.M.
4. Intermission
5. The Concept
6. Blind
7. Rayza-Sharp 1 (feat. Raynard Davis)
8. Lil' Girl
9. Rayza-Sharp 2 (feat. Raynard Davis)
10. Easy Way Out (feat. Gabe Holland of Jones Ave.)
11. Process of Elimination 2 (feat. Renegunn)
12. Intermission
13. Visionz
14. Rayza-Sharp 3 (feat. Raynard Davis)
15. Voice & Valuables
16. Fashion Show (Remix)
17. World Without You (Remix)
18. How Deep Is Your Mind?
19. Daneja 4 Life
20. Intermission
21. Truth & Consequences
22. Outro
23. -
24. -
25. -
26. -
27. -
28. -
29. -
30. -
31. -
32. -
33. -
34. -
35. -
36. -
37. -
38. -
39. -
40. -
41. -
42. -
43. When Haters Call (Intermission)
44. Vendetta
    

1999 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

SOUL MAFIA FAMILY MEMBER: SPARQKLIPZ

Although not a Def For Life artist, Sparqklipz has been a loyal member of Soul Mafia since 2005. Producer Exel linked up with Daneja Mentale on SoundClick dot com after hearing his music. Later that year Exel introduced Daneja to Sparqklipz and instantly started networking. Sparqklipz recieved production from Daneja for his debut album "Foriegn Language". These are some of Sparqklipz's Daneja Mentale-produced work.

• Masterpiece (from "Foriegn Language")
• As Live As It Gets (remix) (from "As Live as It Gets")
• No Apologies (from "Dark Waters")
• All For The Good (Get Money) (from "Listen Closely Vol. 1: Rhymes & Beats")

SYKO-RAH "THE REBIRTH"

"The Rebirth" is Syko-Rah's official Def For Life Records debut. This time around Syko decides to take the Golden Age route. With production by newcomer Brett Life, Syko make a remarkable comeback. Nobody has ever sounded so New York in the south since Scarface's classic "The Fix". "The Rebirth" is full of gems. There's hardly a fast-forward moment here. From the hilarious "Swingin'" to the socially-conscious "Rushing", this album is full of hits. Daneja also lends production to the sequel to "Caddy Coupe Song". However the sad part is... many people overlooked this solid release. As Crunk and Snap rap music dominated the charts, some complained about the album saying that it was too "Hip-Hop". WTF???! (isn't rap a part of Hip-Hop)? Despite the backlash "The Rebirth" is a brilliant album.

Tracks:

1. INTRO
2. HENNESSEY & HOLY WATER
3. NOSTAGIA
4. THE REBIRTH
5. CADDY COUPE SONG pt. 2
6. SWINGIN'
7. CLOWNS GO AWAY
8. MIND ON MY MONEY
9. RUSHING
10. SILENT LIGHT
11. THE WAY THE GAME GOES
12. MURDER MAN
13. EVERYDAY STRUGGLE (Original)
14. WORLD IS ON MY SHOULDERS
15. ONE STEP CLOSER
16. OPERATOR
17. CODE OF THE STREETS
18. WRITIN' ME A RHYME
19. THE GRIEF
20. OUTRO

PRODUCED BY SYKO-RAH, BRETT LIFE, and DANEJA MENTALE
2006 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

KD LMR "KANE DEVIN CHRONICLES"

Just to cut this post short... read the
"The Light Album"/Food For Thought, Cake For Dessert" review.

Produced by Daneja Mentale & Lord Of Beatz

199? Def For Life Records

QUAD CONTROL STATION -"NEW QUAD ORDER"

Well... What can I say about Quad Control Station's "New Quad Order"? ...uh ... Daneja Mentale messed up somewhere on this one. Thank God that he made up for it on "Vol. 3"! Anyway... "New Quad Order" does has some gems despite the backlash. "Prepare 4 Liftoff", "Let It Fall", Split Atoms", "Tranceformer" (part 2) and "Make It Smooth" are the tracks to check out on this project.

Tracks:

1. INTRO - LET IT FLOW
2. PREPARE 4 LIFTOFF
3. EARGASM
4. BREAKDOWN II
5. ERQUADICA
6. NEW QUAD ORDER
7. LET IT FALL
8. TRANCEFORMER (PART I)
9. TRANCEFORMER (PART II)
10. SPLIT ATOMS
11. RAINDROPS
12. SOUL MAFIA BASS II
13. QUADWERK
14. BASS 3001
15. POP DAT
16. MAKE IT SMOOTH
17. DROP DAT BASS
18. 6 TIL' SUNRISE
19. OUTRO

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2002 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

SYKO-RAH "POLITICAL PRISONER"

Syko-Rah's second album "Political Prisoner" became the first of the many collaborations with Daneja Mentale. With "Throw It Up" as the lead single, "Political Prisoner" became Syko-Rah's best selling album to date. Other tracks such as the Pito Untamed-produced "Someday" displays a positive moment for the project. Daneja produces 3 more tracks and Pito Untamed produces one more. Though not an official Def For Life release, Syko shines with the rest of the Soul Mafia Family. For those who heard the debut album "Georgiarican" may feel that this may be a step up for Syko. Others may feel that this was a departure from his earlier sound. The content of the lyrics may be the case for that thought. This album is more profanity-laced than his debut. However, that doesn't mean that it doesn't entertain. If fact, this is one of the best albums to come out of Columbus, Ga. The album also includes two hidden tracks: "Say Hello" and the Pastor Troy diss "Augusta Busta"

Tracks:

1. THE JUDGEMENT
2. POLITICAL PRISONER
3. THROW IT UP
4. SOMEDAY
5. WKUT RADIO (skit)
6. KUT SUMPN'
7. CADDY COUPE SONG
8. STAY TRU
9. RAH'S THE NAME
10. DANGER ZONE
11. SUICIDAL TENDANCIES
12. MIND ON MY MONEY
13. DEATH BY DESTINY
14. 3 THE HARD WAI (feat. Daneja Mentale & Heavyweight)
15. THROWDEMBOWZONEM
16. NO RETREAT, NO SURRENDER (feat. Seige & Brimstone)
17. OUTTACONTRAL (feat. Moe Arsonis)
18. KODAK MOMENT (feat.V-OPT)
19. SAY HELLO
20. AUGUSTA BUSTA (feat. Pinhead)

PRODUCED BY SYKO-RAH, DANEJA MENTALE and PITO UNTAMED

2002 FLIPNFLAVA RECORDS

DANEJA MENTALE "ELEMENTS OF LIFE"

Right on the heels of "Truth & Consequences"; 2002's "Elements Of Life" was originally intended Daneja's double album. However, that's not why you see the two opposite covers. The first cover was the original idea but was changed at the last minute (actually there are two more covers for this album). Anyway... enough about the cover art. Let's talk about the music. The album starts off with the socially-conscious "Intro" where he talks about life and death in one verse. Speaking of which... "Elements Of Life" is filled with references of life and death with a yin-yang effect. Some of that can be found on tracks such as "Elements Of Life (Confession)" the "dedication" version is in fact about the death of two loved ones. "Plasma" is a reflection of the past while "Whoever" is a glimpse into a dark future. When he decides not to focus on the living/dying subject matter, Daneja rips emcees, expose producers, and tells vivid stories. The production is sometimes dark and unpredictable, but makes a good listen.

Tracks:

1. INTRO
2. MADDNIFICENT
3. ELEMENTS OF LIFE (Confession)
4. PRODUCERS
5. Y'ALL DON'T KNOW ME
6. THAT'S WHO I AM
7. MR. DANEJA
8. NO APOLOGIES (1)
9. BETRAYAL
10. AKSHUNZ N WORDZ
11. PLASMA
12. MONEY
13. NO APOLOGIES (2)
14. SO
15. FRIENDS '03
16. WHOEVER (Gave a ****)
17. IF I DIE TONIGHT
18. ELEMENTS OF LIFE (Dedication)
19. OUTRO

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2002 DEF FOR LIFE

KD LMR "GEORGIA MOTTO"

"Georgia Motto" became one of the many single releases by KD LMR. The 4-song maxi-single featured production by Gabe Holland, Daneja Mentale and Black Olive Productions. The title track was recorded with guests Kristle and Mr. Muhammad (formally P.O.T.Y. of Renegunn) The radio remix features rapper Carmen, replacing Kristle's profanity-laced verse. Swift is featured on the Latin-laced "Espaniol Mosca" and steals the show with his bi-lingual verse. Gabe's father Jimmy Holland plays the trumpet on here as well. Everything sounds on point until "Who Am I?" starts playing. The Daneja Mentale-produced track is the weirdest of all ever produced for KD. The ice cream truck sample is the most annoying thing Daneja has ever produced. Even the scratching fails to help this song become listenable. However 3 songs out of 4 isn't bad at all.
Tracks:

1. GEORGIA MOTTO (Explicit)
2. ESPANIOL MOSCA (Explicit)
3. WHO AM I? (Explicit)
4. GEORGIA MOTTO REMIX (Radio)

PRODUCED BY GABE HOLLAND, DANEJA MENTALE, and BLACK OLIVE PRODUCTIONS

CO-PRODUCED BY COSMO

2000 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

KD LMR "THE LIGHT ALBUM"/"FOOD FOR THOUGHT, CAKE FOR DESSERT"

Just in case if you're wondering about the dual cover (or not) I'll tell you about it. KD LMR's official debut remains to be released. Def For Life Records have seen idea after idea from this artist. the unreleased albums include: 1994's "Ask The Dread" (he wore dreadlocks at the time), and 1997's "Finished What I Started" (interesting title), and 199?'s "Kane Devin Chronicles". However, there's nothing different about these two albums above except for the covers. "The Light Album" (originally entitled "The Freshman Album") was rwecorded and was to be released in 2003 but was cut short due to KD's relocation (he moved to Texas then to Cumming, Ga.). Fast foward to 2006... same album... new artwork... new title. "Food For Thought, Cake For Dessert" was released... well... sorta. Since the recording of this project KD has worked with Daneja Mentale on 2006's "Home Is Where The Hate Is". He also recorded new material for Daneja's new album "Listen Closely". Hopefully we'll get to hear a full album of new material from KD this year.

Tracks:

1. FUTURISTIC
2. BEHIND CLOSED DOORS (feat. Daneja Mentale)
3. SKIT
4. EXXXTASY
5. STRESS (feat. Swift & Mr. Muhammad)
6. REVERSIN' HUSTLE (feat. Moe Arsonis)
7. DROP (feat. Kristle & Heavyweight)
8. OUTCAST
9. P.O.P (Power of P****)
10. LATE (feat. Arthur)
11. NOEL EMAHK
12. REVOLUTION RESOULUTION

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2003 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

DANEJA MENTALE "HOME IS WHERE THE HATE IS"

RE-UP

I wondered to myself how could Daneja create a follow up to"Dark Waters". The 12 track EP (14 if you count the skit and bonus remix) "Home Is Where The Hate Is" became an instant classic. "Dark Waters" was originally intended to be the nail in coffin for Daneja Mentale. That was to be until a former Warner Brothers-signed artist critisized him for sounding "local". This, resulted in the Red Diamond/Tony Mercedes diss "Local Talent". Mercedes, a former record producer (Duice, Pressha) balked at the fact Daneja used the Friuty Loops music production software for his beats. He also didn't plan to pay for the production until it was re-produced by a professional or another producer. Daneja along with Columbus, Ga. rapper Syko-Rah refused to deal with the ridicule. However they did decide to give Diamond another try. After remixing the track, it was taken to a local recording studio for vocals. After the session Syko was informed after a week that the track couldn't be used on Diamond's debut album "Grimey" (that s*** wasn't coming out anyway). Instead of telling the truth, Diamond claimed that the engineer had to "add" another snare to the mix. This resulted in Daneja severing ties with both Red Diamond and Tony Mercedes. This explains the anger that feuls the vocals on "Local Talent". This became Daneja's best album to date. Without many guest apperences and time length spanning less than a hour, the album proves a point. Four other tracks display a more bitter side of Daneja. You'll hear that bitterness on this album.

Tracks:

1. THE HOOD
2. LOCAL TALENT
3. D-SCHOCCZ'S MESSAGE (skit) (feat. D-Shoccz)
4. ONE
5. ALL THE WAY
6. GROWN MAN S***
7. BITTERSWEET SERENADE
8. GET WIT U (D-Boi feat. Daneja Mentale)
9. LIL' GIRL (Wake Up Mix)
10. SOUND DA HORNZ (feat. KD LMR)
11. THANK YOU (Home)
12. THE STUPIDS
13. OUTRO
14. LOCAL TALENT (Extended Mix)

PRODUCED BY DANEJA MENTALE

2006 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

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RENEGUNN - "199Gunn"

The 1997 release of "199Gunn" serves as a "What the @%*!" moment for many reasons. First the name of the group and album title... original, yes; catchy... no. Next the number of members... 9 (do I hear Wu-Tang Clan somewhere)? However the music was different, especially for a rap group from the Dirty South. Before OutKast confused the world with the Grammy-winning "Speakerboxx/The Love Below", Lord of Beats and Daneja Mentale produced "199Gunn"... zzzz. Yes a sleeper, but still had some good moments. "Galaxy", "4 Horsemen" and the title track are worth listening. This album... my bad... EP was plagued by heated tensions within the group. Even the two producers displayed tension toward each other. Hint: "Galaxy" displays this fact. as the story goes, the song was to have a session drummer playing along with the drum machine. Daneja disapproved it due to another track having the same idea ("Make 'Em Clap"). The drummer seemed to have more of a voice in the argument until Daneja mixed the drums almost out of the mix. Not to be outdone, Lord of Beats mixed Daneja vocals so low that only the ablibs make the verse audible. This may explain why they haven't done another album together. Lord of Beats' vocals only appears on "Galaxy" while KD LMR and Laytex's vocal can be heard on the whole project (another what the @%*! moment). Swift leaves the fold after recording his verse on "In The Wind". Later that year, others follwed suit. The end.

Tracks:

1. 199GUNN
2. SOUTHSIDE
3. GALAXY
4. MAKE 'EM CLAP
5. IN THE WIND
6. THE PROCESS II
7. RENEGUNNJA
8. 4 HORSEMEN

PRODUCED BY LORD OF BEATS & DANEJA MENTALE

1997 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

KOALISHUN "I85IVERS"

"185ivers, the debut album from KOALISHUN. Emcees KD LMR and Swift have been compared to the likes of OutKast and A Tribe Called Quest. This album is proof why. With production from Lord Of Beatz aka Gabe Holland (of Superczar/The Sixes) and Daneja Mentale, Koalishun provide the best delivery of lyrics that fits perfectly. Originally entitled "Da Awakening" in 1995, "185ivers" is a collection from "Da Awakening" recording sessions and various loose tracks. The album contained the hits: "High"and"Keep It Real" Also included as a bonus: "A Renegade XXX-Mas"

Tracks:

1. INTRO
2. ARMEGEDDON
3. HIGH
4. 9 LIVEZ
5. SWIFT'S FREESTYLE
6. KEEP IT REAL
7. 2010 (Life As We See It) (feat. Laytex, Cosmo & Daneja Mentale)
8. COMMERCIAL 1 (feat. Cosmo, Laytex & D.J. Grip)
9. ALLYANZE REPRESENT (Remix) (feat. Laytex, Gravedigga of the West Central Boyz & Cosmo)
10. COMMERCIAL 2 (Performed by D.J. Grip)
11. KHAMELEON '94*
12. HIGH (Soul Mafia Remix)
13. DREAMIN' & SCHEMIN'
14. NIGGAS FALLIN' OFF (Remix)*
15. POTION (Remix) (feat. Poe Man from Survivors Of Society)*
16. A RENEGADE XXXMAS (feat. Lord Of Beatz)
    
    Produced by Lord Of Beats, Daneja Mentale, Tha Hustlsz, and DJ Grip.
    
    *1994 BOMB RECORDS/1996 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS

DANEJA MENTALE "ANY QUESTIONZ?"

The first album (actually on CD) by Daneja Mentale dates back to 1997. Guest appearences include: KD LMR, and P.O.T.Y. (Playa of tha Year). Produced by Daneja Mentale.

1. WELCOME TO THE REAL WORLD
2. 3rd DIMENSION
3. MINIMUM WAGE ($4.75 Version)
4. LIL' GIRL
5. NO SHORTS & NO SLEEP
6. PROCESS OF ELIMINATON
7. GHETTO QUEEN
8. INTERLUDE
9. THE WAY I FEEL
10. YOU SHOULD KNOW THE DEAL
11. BLIND
12. GET YOUR MIND RIGHT (Remix)
13. THE SITUATION
14. THE SITUATION (Reprise)
15. LONG TIME COMING
16. AND YA DON'T STOP

1997 DEF FOR LIFE RECORDS