That Classic Sample

Platramos has recently alluded to hip-hop’s eminent stank face. For a hip-hop fanatic like myself, there’s no better warrant for a stank face than hearing a dope sample in a hot beat. There’s a seemingly unlimited supply of Oldies records from the 50s, 60s, and 70s that remain ripe for a sampler’s picking, but even modern day recordings can be transformed into head-bopping jams (take Drake and Hov’s “Pound Cake” sample of Ellie Goulding’s 2012 track “Don’t Say A Word” for example—FIRE).

Take Your pick: Jackson, Tyson, Jordan, Game 6

We here at Le Colectif would like to wish Michael Jordan a happy birthday. In addition, we also hope he receives some much needed assistance in dressing himself. Arguably the best basketball player ever, Michael Jordan’s name has become synonymous with greatness so it is no surprise rappers do their best to associate themselves with his name. In honor of MJ turning 51, below is a list numerous references to His Airness. Which do you think most the most clever use of Jordan’s legacy?