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, February 19, 2020

Crowdfunding Love



Today I wanna quickly cover 3 exclusive (as in not available elsewhere) projects that you can get right now for a mere $1.00 (or more) on crowdfunding sources. 



The first is the "Offerings" EP from Gift of Gab via GoFundMe. Gift of Gab is currently raising funds for his kidney transplant and has offered up a new project to support the effort. Sucks to see so many rappers in the scene going through health issues right now. Shouts out to 2Mex and Fat Jack as well. Check the project HERE. 


Next up is Illmac's "Pay Tree" EP via Patreon (get it?) The EP is six tracks that you won't be able to hear elsewhere, fully produced by Chase Moore. Peep it HERE. 


Last up is Gepetto's "Shadows" EP via Patreon. Gepetto just jumped on the crowdfunding train this month and this exclusive EP, which revolves around the concept of, wait for it, shadows, is his welcome to the game. Check it HERE. 

Who are ya'll following on Patreon or elsewhere? 
Posted by at
Labels: , , ,

6 comments:

  1. DimxskFebruary 19, 2020 at 3:59 PM

    I'm not a huge fan of the crowdfunding movement, benefits for specific costs like Gift's kidney transplant excepted. I understand the appeal for artists but it's hard to keep track of all these exclusive releases, and it can add up trying to. Plus the only subscription I've done where I got everything promised was Peps song of the week. That was some of the best money I've ever spent on music though, no doubt. Plus a few years later I got my name on his new album.

    ReplyDelete
  2. 5th.February 19, 2020 at 5:25 PM

    Are the patreon ones a subscription? Like a dollar a month or can you do a one time payment?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. DimxskFebruary 19, 2020 at 6:47 PM

      Subscription, but you can usually pay one month and download what you want then unsubscribe.

      Delete
  3. 5th.February 19, 2020 at 9:30 PM

    Got ya. I feel bad subscribing, downloading, and unsubscribing though. But also I always end up with too many subscriptions that end up hitting the old bank at the wrong time lol. I'm really not a fan of patreon I'd rather just pay ten bucks or whatever for the DL. Definitely gonna put in on tabs GoFundMe though

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. 5th.February 19, 2020 at 9:31 PM

      I meant "gabs go fund me" fuck auto correct

      Delete
    2. DimxskFebruary 20, 2020 at 7:37 AM

      I know what you mean. Even when I've been paying for months and need to quit I feel bad, plus there's always the feeling in June that July's gonna bring something amazing lol.

      Delete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)