Showbiz (of D.I.T.C) & Molecules (of The Legion) Reveal Hip-Hop History On Sway In The Morning [Video]

More Hip-Hop royalty! Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Kool G Rap to Sway in the Morning. Today, we welcome D.I.T.C member Showbiz and the undeniable Molecules. While in-studio, each OG began giving hip-hop history and revealing stories you may have never heard — like how D.I.T.C began, how Showbiz met Big L and where he was when he found out L had passed away, and how recording was different during the crack era. Molecules reveals his own stories of working in legendary studios, going on tour with Justin Timberlake and how rap beef was just different earlier in his career. These two heavy-hitters have now collaborated for a project that’s appropriately called, A Bronx Tale. Watch their dope interview above.

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Molecules & Showbiz feat. Dres – Hardcore [Video]

Take a trip to the renowned D.I.T.C. Studios in the visuals for “Hardcore,” the latest single from the Bronx-repping duo of Molecules (of The Legion) and DITC’s Showbiz. The track, which arrives just in time for the release of their collaborative effort, ‘A Bronx Tale,’ also features a standout guest verse from another living legend, Dres of Black Sheep. In fact, ‘Cules credits Dres for jumpstarting his career back in ’93 on their acclaimed underground banger, “Jingle Jangle,” off The Legion’s debut LP, ‘Theme + Echo = Krill.’ Given that “Hardcore” is a slapper through and through, it’s no surprise that the artists behind the banger would want to celebrate its creation. Visual artist Jimmy Giambrone directed and edited the video, which mostly centers on the recording process. Check out the visuals, and head over to the digital retailer or streaming platform of your choice to support ‘A Bronx Tale,’ which is also available through Fat Beats for those that would like to purchase this release on CD or vinyl. The EP, comes equipped with the instrumental passes of each track (in all formats), via Legion Records.

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Molecules & Showbiz feat. Dres – Hardcore [Audio]

“Hardcore” is the latest single from the Bronx-repping duo of Molecules and Showbiz, which includes a standout guest verse from another living legend, Dres of Black Sheep. This is the latest track we’re hearing off ‘A Bronx Tale,’ the upcoming and highly anticipated collaboration from the two Bronx natives. And for those wondering, yes, those are the same cats you know for their work in The Legion and D.I.T.C., respectively. Together, they’re creating some of the toughest East Coast rap we’ve heard heard in a minute—and the wait to hear it all will be over soon. Head over to iTunes where “Hardcore” is available for download as the second instant-grat track off ‘A Bronx Tale,’ which is also ready for pre-order through Amazon and Google Play, as well as Fat Beats, for those that would like to purchase this release on CD or vinyl. The EP, comes equipped with the instrumental passes of each track (in all formats), and officially drops this Friday, May 19th via Legion Records.

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Molecules & Showbiz feat. Money Ray – Bad Guy [Video]

Following multiple heavy-hitting releases over the years, Bronx natives Molecules and Showbiz deliver the visuals for their debut single, “Bad Guy,” off their forthcoming collaborative effort, ‘A Bronx Tale.’ The six track EP is a celebration of the BX as its coveted birthplace of Hip-Hop culture, and the artists it’s given rise to. That includes Molecules and Showbiz, who’ve previously worked together as part of their respective crews, The Legion and D.I.T.C. And on “Bad Guy,” they’re displaying exactly why they have teamed up once again—these two just have a gift for delivering that raw Boom bap. Visually, “Bad Guy” portrays an afternoon spent posted up in the streets of NYC as Molecules and his guest, Money Ray, spit their wordplay-laden verses. Showbiz handles the menacing, sample-flipping production—just as he does on the entire EP—and once again proves that he’s one of the best at these kicks and snares. Check out the visuals, and head over to iTunes where “Bad Guy” is available for download as the first instant-grat track off ‘A Bronx Tale,’ which is also ready for pre-order through Amazon and Google Play, as well as Fat Beats, for those that would like to purchase this release on CD or vinyl. The EP which also boasts features from Dres (of Black Sheep) and The Legion, comes equipped with the instrumental passes of each track (in all formats), and officially drops on Friday, May 19th via Legion Records.

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Molecules (of The Legion) & Showbiz (of D.I.T.C.) – Revenge [Video]

Rare track by Molecules of The Legion with production handled by Showbiz of the almighty Diggin’ In The Crates collective. “Revenge” was recorded back in spring 1995 and only made it to a sought after Japanese only D.I.T.C. CD album and a poorly pressed bootleg vinyl. “Revenge” is taken off The Legion “Lost Tapes” EP, dropping November on Ill Adrenaline Records. The EP features production from Buckwild, The Legion, Showbiz, and Confidence and will be available on CD/LP and digitally.

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