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!

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Ferocious41 - Behemoth Style (2007)




Ferocious 41 is a Swiss abstract effort that includes several rappers, a DJ and a saxophonist. What I could say about their music is never going to compare to the insert, pictured below, that came with this album. I will say that I found this an original and interesting listen. Dark industrial sounds with an art rap flare and a jazzy influence. Not for everybody, but I think if you like indie hip hop enough to have found UGF, you owe it to yourself to find out if this is your thing or not.

I discovered this group through Fai (one of the rappers), who some of you may be familiar with through the Mism (very dope label for those unfamiliar, run by some real hip hop heads) 7" series. She's featured on the A-Side song of mism07 "The Whispering Hip" with Bit Tuner. I liked the song and eventually found the group. I have all four of their current releases and have enjoyed them all.

Incidentally, the reason I chose to share this today is that they are coming out with a fifth out today, on their Bandcamp (located somewhere around here). Should be a great listen, four years in the making by some serious poets and musicians.

I hope you enjoy Ferocious41, or at least enjoy the process of discovering you don't...



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