Download: J. Period & Q-Tip - The [Abstract] Best - Volume One

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J. Period & Q-Tip - The [Abstract] Best - Volume One

New York, NY (February 3, 2009) – What defines an icon? In hip hop, it is an artist whose influence is immeasurable, whose stature exceeds his contemporaries, whose music defines the cultural ethos of a generation. MCs like Biggie, 2Pac, Jay-Z, Nas. Producers like Kanye West, Dr. Dre or Timbaland. Yet in the history of hip hop, only one artist has quietly shaped an entire generation of MCs (see: Common, Mos Def, Andre 3000) and also an entire generation of producers (see: Kanye West, 9th Wonder, Pharrell): The Abstract himself, Q-Tip.

On Feb 10, 2009, Mixtape King J.Period elevates his documentary style to new heights to pay respect to this incomparable hip hop icon with The [Abstract] Best, a comprehensive collection of Q-Tip’s music and production, new remixes, interviews, plus brand new tracks from an All-Star lineup of hip hop heavyweights—paying tribute to The Abstract’s legacy.

This unprecedented mixtape arrives on the heels of Q-Tip’s critically–acclaimed album, The Renaissance (released Nov 4), and urges a new generation of fans to take note of Q-Tip’s tremendous contributions to hip hop throughout his career. The [Abstract] Best also follows J.Period & Q-Tip’s November release entitled “Q-Tip for President”—an Obama anthem that received over 100,000 downloads surrounding the Presidential Election.

But nothing makes this mixtape more highly-anticipated than the all-star lineup of contributors—De La Soul, Busta Rhymes, ?uestlove, Black Thought, Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch, Consequence, Zion I, Skillz, Black Sheep, Kid Cudi, Blu—a first of its kind in the mixtape game, and a testament to the depth of influence Q-Tip has had on hip hop’s elite. No mixtape has ever boasted such a lineup, and no DJ has ever ventured to bring so many artists together for a single mixtape release. Hip hop’s unbridled creativity once thrived in these kinds of collaborations, and J.Period is determined to re-ignite that spirit

“I greatly appreciate the time and dedication J.Period has put into this mixtape,” say Q-Tip of the collaboration. “He has pulled together an amazing group of contributing artists, and I am honored that my music has been inspirational to all of them. The feeling is mutual.”

“Q-Tip has inspired a generation of hip hop artists and fans, and I am no exception,” seconds J.Period. “In an era of short attention spans, there is a reason why Q-Tip’s legacy has survived so long: like any great artist, his music has substance. I hope this tape shows why his name should be mentioned among hip hop’s all-time greats.”

In an unprecedented effort to make this project available to fans, J.Period will offer The [Abstract] Best, Vol. 1 will be available as a limited-time only FREE download on www.jperiod.com, beginning February 10, 2009. Fans can also tune in to J.Period’s free online radio show, sponsored by Toyota Scion ( www.scion.com/channel14 and on iTunes Radio) throughout the month of February for extended mixes, outtakes, and in-depth interviews with Q-Tip & De La Soul. The [Abstract] Best, Vol. 2 will then be offered as a free bonus with the purchase of a Limited Edition [Abstract] Best T-Shirt, designed by acclaimed visual artist Fuse Green. And finally, the entire [Abstract] Collection—The [Abstract] Best, Vol. 1 & 2, extended bonus mixes, outtakes and exclusive interview material—will be offered as a free bonus with the purchase J.Period’s latest line of Limited Edition 1gB Flash Drives—a unique, stainless-steel digital storage device, laser-engraved with the phrase “Mixtapes Are Not A Crime.”™ .

1.   J.Period f. Prince Paul, Questlove & Randy Watson– Rhythm (Scratch Intro)
2.   Cannonball Adderly / Excursions Intro
3.   J.Period f. De La Soul – Excursions (Tribute Remix)
4.   Aquarius Interlude #1: Welcome
5.   Q-Tip f. Busta Rhymes – Getting Up (DJ Scratch Remix) (The Renaissance)
6.   Behind the Scenes: Ghetto Origins [Produced by J.Period]
7.   What the Fuss f. Stevie Wonder (Shook Remix)
8.   Queens Represent (Interlude)
9.   Mobb Deep f. Nas & Q-Tip – Give Up the Goods (J.Period Remix) [Produced by Q-Tip]
10.   Apache – Gangsta Bitch [Produced by Q-Tip]
11.   ATCQ – If the Papes Come (Intro)
12.   ATCQ – Check the Rhime
13.   Behind the Scenes: Don’t Walk Away (Interlude)
14.   ATCQ –Award Tour
15.   Behind the Scenes: Award Tour (Interlude) 
16.   Hot Butter (Interlude)
17.   J.Period f. Dres - Jazz Pt. 2 (Tribute Remix)
18.   Behind the Scenes: We Got the Jazz (Interlude)
19.   J.Period f. Blu– Jazz (Tribute Remix)
20.   Skypager: Bob Power & Big Daddy Kane (Interlude)
21.   Q-Tip f. Jay Dilla – Let’s Ride
22.   Behind the Scenes: Bob Power You There? (Interlude)
23.   Q-Tip – Vivrant Thing (Remix)
24.   Q-Tip – Move (The Renaissance)
25.   Q-Tip – Breathe & Stop (J.Period Remix)
26.   Respect to Phife Dawg (Interlude)
27.   J.Period f. Consequence & Kid Cudi – Buggin Out (Tribute Remix)
28.   ATCQ Consists Of…
29.   Behind the Scenes: The Native Tongues (Interlude)
30.   De La Soul f. Jungle Brothers, Q-Tip, Monie Love & Queen Latifah – Buddy (Remix)
31.   Respect to Ali Shaheed Muhammed (Interlude)
32.   Q-Tip f. Busta Rhymes – N.T.
33.   A Message From Talib Kweli
34.   J.Period f. Questlove, Talib Kweli & Randy Watson – Youthful (Tribute Remix)
35.   Q-Tip f. Amanda Diva – ManWomanBoogie (The Renaissance)
36.   Chris Rock: Men vs. Women (Interlude)
37.   De La Soul f. Q-Tip – Saturdays
38.   De La Soul f. Q-Tip & Phife – Saturdays (Remix)
39.   Q-Tip – She Likes to Move (J.Period Remix)
40.   Dee-Lite f. Q-Tip – Groove Is in the Heart
41.   Beastie Boys f. Q-Tip – Get it Together
42.   Behind the Scenes: What Is Kapelka? (Interlude)
43.   J.Period f. Skillz, Questlove & Randy Watson – What? (Tribute Remix)
44.   Behind the Scenes: Busta Rhymes / Scenario (Interlude)
45.   Busta Rhymes – Scenario (Unreleased Demo Tape)
46.   Behind the Scenes: Hood R.I.P. (Interlude)
47.   Hood – Scenario (Remix)
48.   Aquarius Outtro
49.   Behind the Scenes (Bonus): Reinvention (Kamaal the Abstract – A Million Times)


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[es-jay]

i can't actually believe that no one has checked this out... and we wonder why hip hop is dying...

[RxScenester]

I've actually checked out The Renaissance.  This album and Saadiq's new album are on constant rotation.  I'm hoping to go catch Saadiq's show at HOB in LA.  But we'll see.

[MasterX]

thanks dude

[es-jay]

at least somebody checked it out.

[RxScenester]

I Downloaded and listened to this mixtape yesterday!  Dopeness!

[NotoriousTDA]

i love tip, but i hate mixtapes. A mixtape with like 40 tracks? thats like what every songs maybe 2 mins?

[.:Hercy Buggz:.]

Thats dope!! from the tracklist it looks like Stressed out is not on there

[es-jay]

i love tip, but i hate mixtapes. A mixtape with like 40 tracks? thats like what every songs maybe 2 mins?

yeah, i was a little worried at 49 tracks, but it flows really well from start to finish. well worth the download.