The 2nd chapter in Chikaramanga’s beat-album series, "Progressing to the Stone Age,” delves deeper into the essence of mid 90s Hip Hop beats, skillfully crafted using the classic Akai MPC 60 and Maschine. This album is a fusion of authentic 90s Hip Hop vibes, modern technology, and international music/records of 70s and 80s.
Track List:
- Reboot
- Echoes
- The Warp
- 42
- The Echelons
- A Tech Tale
- Loop Logic
- Digital Past
- Telescope
- Tokyo Tengoku
Produced by Chikaramanga
Mixed and Mastered by NOAH
About Chikaramanga
Chikaramanga, revered for his role in the iconic Los Angeles-based hip hop collective Giant Panda, has brought his craft back to his hometown of Tokyo. With a prolific history in the underground hip hop scene of the early 2000s, he was a driving force behind Giant Panda's two acclaimed albums. Known for his mastery of a classic and vintage Akai sampler, MPC 60, and Maschine, Chikaramanga also leads the LA-based label TRES, supporting its mission to "preserve the tradition, yet stimulate the progress." Drawing inspiration from 70s and 80s Japanese vinyl, his beats transcend eras and continents, bridging generations of hip-hop fans—from those who experienced 90s hip hop firsthand to the current generation discovering its timeless appeal.