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, December 6, 2019

Creators of the Lost Arts - C.O.L.A. Clasix (2001)





I noticed that there are a lot of folks looking for this particular lost gem, and I figured since I have it in it's full 320 kbps glory, I really do have to share it. Creators of the Lost Arts Crew (C.O.L.A. Crew) are / were(?) a super-group comprised of members of Rime Fytahs / Sea Serpents and their various common collaborators from the early 2000s LA underground rap scene.

This album, despite the what the name implies (a mixtape of old material) does seem to be the first official release from the group, followed by 2004's For the People by the People and 2007's C.O.L.A. 3. I'm a pretty big fan of Haewhyer (R.I.P.) and Kuaesar, their rapid fire delivery and DIY sensibilities translate to a huge quantity of dope material, music that pretty much exemplifies what truly self produced underground rap sounds like. Enjoy their earliest efforts as C.O.L.A. Crew!



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