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, February 28, 2020

Randy - Left Overs (2001)





For today we have a mini-"album" from Jedi Knights Circle / Lip Service rapper Randy. According to the liner notes, Left Overs is a collection of songs that didn't make the cut for the alleged upcoming Not Quite Human, an album I've never seen let alone had the fortune to listen to. As far as I know it never materialized, making this effectively Randy's oldest collection of solo recordings available.

I like JKC a lot. It takes a light hearted spirit and sense of humor to appreciate what they do, they often edge a little close to corny with some of their group tracks but they all show technical skill and a drive to create something new. That said, if you find the nerdy Star Wars themes a bit too much, Lipservice and their members are a great middle ground, with a bit more serious songwriting while preserving the fun and good natured quirkiness some of us have come to love.

Enjoy Left Overs!


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3 comments:

  1. 5th.March 4, 2020 at 10:35 PM

    Yo. I'm jonesin for my Wednesday ug fossil fix 😳

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  2. DimxskMarch 5, 2020 at 6:47 AM

    Lol yeah Trylemma's busy this week. I'll see what's up.

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  3. DenisOctober 31, 2020 at 2:15 AM

    Hey, thanks. I was hoping to find this here. Nice! The Solo Stuff by the JKC Guys is really something special. I really like "Aura". I love the voice and what I get from the lyrics. But the spacy stuff ignites suffers very little. With "The Shape Shifters" it is similar to me. But I'm sure I'll try it again. Maybe my English is just too bad!

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