Underground Fossils was an indie rap focused blog run by myself (Dimxsk) and by Trylemma, who passed August 3rd, 2024 from liver failure of unknown origin at the age of 34. We mostly posted week or twice weekly, the bulk of which were rare rips we made, found on old blogs, he acquired through his insanely broad connection to the scene, etc. We did all we could to make sure we didn't post stuff that (1) You could still reasonably buy from the artist directly, (2) You could reasonably buy secondhand for cheap, (3) You could download easily elsewhere, (4) The artist(s) asked us not to for any reason. Being involved in this blog was some of the most fun I ever had, even if at times it was time consuming, challenging or intimidating (having a readership). It was the product of one of the best friendships I've ever had. If I could say one last thing, it's to encourage all of you: if you have the time and desire, make your own UGF. Find a friend who loves this shit like you do and build it together. It will bring you incredible joy, enhance your connection to this amazing community, and change your life in unexpected and exciting ways. I know it did mine. Love you all!

Friday, July 5, 2019

6 Months! Three rare EPs from Ape9, a Knowskills mixtape and a full rip of Crackbeat Society's The Cracker

Ape9 - Astronauts, Humble Gods & Malaki




First things first, we have three EPs from Colorado's Ape9 (aka James Vega). Called Humble Gods, Astronauts and Malaki, they came to me out of order without album art or year released so I don't know much about them. Please do drop a note or comment if you have art or information. According to Trylemma, they were made in high school, and I believe him as we are definitely hearing a younger Ape9 on these tracks. That being said, they're pretty good. Enjoy!




The Motherfucking Jizclot (Knowskills) - 60 Minutes of Hate




Next we have something special, a mixtape curated by Knowskills of Beat Comber (Saskatoon) fame. This contains a wide variety of 90's and indie rap with a clear preference for the more raw and gritty styles (old pre-emo Cage and Third Sight for example). Trylemma found this cassette along with a few more rare joints, and I ripped it. It's a good selection of tracks, mixed well and could definitely serve as a soundtrack for your Summer BBQs, so long as you're friends don't mind listening to someone calling themselves The Motherfucking Jizclot.

Anyway enjoy!




Crackbeat Society - The Cracker




No fan of Canadian rap can be satisfied with their collection without Crackbeat's full length effort The Cracker. Recorded in a dorm room, and consisting of all kinds of weirdos like Josh Martinez, Jesse Dangerously, Kunga219, Gordski and Moves, The Cracker managed to bring together all manner of talent, run with a general theme of humorous mayhem and make it sound dope. Trylemma informs me that a scene rip of this exists, but that it's only 8 tracks. This version is the full* 14 tracks plus outro, this is a rip of my copy of the cassette. Put it on and reflect how far each of these voices have come. A must have for sure.




So it's been a fun half a year, and there's still more to come. I've got several more interesting fossils I've been holding back for the right time, and Trylemma has even more. So keep visiting every Wednesday and Friday for reviews and free music, and thanks again for the interest! Enjoy the summer!


*Disclaimer: The number one smash hit "Who's Tony?", while listed in the liner notes, is regrettably missing from the actual cassette. I know, I almost demanded my money back...
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8 comments:

  1. FoobarJuly 6, 2019 at 9:48 AM

    Huge thanks. That mixtape is crazy dope. Love your blog!

    I missed my chance to drop a request list, is it to late?
    I share it here anyways and see if you are willing/able to help me(or anyone reading this post) find these requests:

    HalfwayHouse Mcees – Foreword Lateral (199x?)

    Knot Tight Ensemble – As Is (Album, 199x?)

    Da Other Asiatics – Demo (EP, 1994)

    Twisted Spirits – Wet Dreams (EP, 1994)

    Roundtable Mcs – Universal Discussion (album, 1998)
    Serge Boogie – Eye Contact ( EP, 1998)
    Impakct – On The Corner (EP, 1998)
    Stil True – Stil True (Album, 1998)
    Absent Minded Immortal highlanders – Blood, Sweat & Tears (Album, 1998)
    Phorest Krukz – Sol Armageddon (Album, 1999)
    Space Invaders – Bar Codes (Album, 1999)
    The Basics – Success And You (EP, 1999)
    Intricate Dialect – Life of ID: Basement up (Album, 2000)
    Serge Boogie – Amotivation / Eye Contact (Album, 2000)
    Vigilante – Vigilante (Album, 2000)
    Ubnawkshis – Antikz Of The Ragged (Album, 2003)
    Stainless Steele & Dj Image – Mind State Of The Art (album, 2003)
    A Fresh Approach – Welcome To Cap City (Album, 2003)
    Plan: Be – Antiform (Album, 2003)
    Mind Inscription – In The Moment (Album, 2005)
    Recaall – A world Without Earth (Album, 2006)
    Endless Mic – Baby Genuises (Album, 2007)
    Curbside Philosophy – I guess That We've grown up (Album, 2007)
    Ivy League – The Brains EP (EP, 2009)
    Grand Collab – Trife Venom (EP, 2016)

    Thanks in Advance, feel free to share my list!

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    1. DimxskJuly 6, 2019 at 11:16 AM

      Hey man. When I said requests I was thinking more along the lines of single releases... it's okay, but for future reference and anyone else reading this, feel free to submit requests for one or a few albums via the contact form, but please no long lists in the comments.

      As it happens I've got that ReCaall for you though. I'll leave it on Mega for a few days so I can make sure you got it, then erase it to save my free space :-)

      Here you go man, and thanks for your interest!

      https://mega.nz/#!sAFjkATJ!IYaR5Sww4aLaKlp1s7tT-f4w8gLTsicdM2oMZstIaQM

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    2. paul123lpMarch 27, 2020 at 9:08 AM

      Dimxsk, you think you can hit me with a link for the "Mind State Of The Art" album? I can't find that album for the life of me

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    3. DimxskMarch 30, 2020 at 6:43 PM

      Sorry Paul, I'm not even familiar with that, can't find it on discogs. Who's the artist?

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    4. DimxskMarch 30, 2020 at 6:44 PM

      Oh nevermind I see the one you mean. I don't have that, let me ask Trylemma.

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    5. BrothermanTrillMay 8, 2022 at 7:47 AM

      Any chance you could re-up the Recaall album? Been looking for that one for ages now.

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  2. foobarJuly 10, 2019 at 7:52 AM

    thanks man!
    Sorry for the big list, I didnt think that you would help me find more than 1-3 requests, but I thought that it would be bigger chance that that find something if I post a bigger list.
    Regards!

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  3. YeshpaclJuly 15, 2019 at 12:30 AM

    Dope Blog bless forever 👀😊

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