Ocean Wisdom
Wizville

High Focus Records is proud to present ‘No Brainer’. This record showcases Coops' versatility and creative approach to his craft displaying a varied spectrum of sounds and moods. The cosmic cover art shows the two sides of the brain, representing the different approaches Coops has taken when crafting this project, ranging from more experimental modern soundscapes to hardcore traditional boom bap. Boasting singles such as ‘That Jazz’, ‘Bob Dylan’ & ‘What You Want’, ‘No Brainer’ really has something for everyone and demonstrates why he is one of the most exciting talents on the scene today.Coops - 'No Brainer' comes on a yellow vinyl with red and blue marble effect making every record unique. Fully shrink wrapped. Released 27th of April 2018.

Eagle Court' is the highly anticipated debut album from Brightonbased hybrid rap three piece, CMPND, formed of members Kemastry, Wundrop & Vitamin G. Since joining the High Focus Records family in April, the group have been tearing up the live circuit & churning out singles showcasing their sonic versatility - Clearly demonstrating why they are the torch bearers ushering in a whole new generation & sound into the UK Rap world.On the 11th of October 2019 CMPND will present ‘Eagle Court’, a densely packed album that defies categorisation, the trio bring a whole new vision and aesthetic to the forefront without sounding or mimicking the current sounds emanating from America, falling into the trappings of Grime & Drill or recreating the ‘90‘s Golden Age’ Hip Hop sound - Whether it be the mind bending production or the next level pen game, they are bringing something truly unique to the table. Named after the flat where they all lived and produced the album, it is clear the trio were hermetically sealed in the lab, crafting an exceptional vision devoid of outside distractions and influences.With surreal unpredictable rhymes from Kemastry, Vitamin G's multi- syllable machine gun verses and Wundrop providing cold, scathing social observations as-well-as handling all production duties, expect ‘Eagle Court’ to provide a modern day, new-generation saga, fusing the gritty & the suave in an audio visual experience like no other.'Eagle Court' is officially released on the 11th of October 2019.creditsreleased October 11, 2019All tracks written and performed by CMPND (Wundrop, Vitamin G & Kemastry) with the exception of feature verses.All tracks produced by WundropArtwork by Ral DukePhoto by Harvey Williams Fairley

“Cause & Effect” shines a light on both sides of Gifted Gab’s singular style, mixing complexity with wit, confidence with seduction, bars-upon-bars with R&B melodies. Half of the album is hard-hitting gangsta murder music, while the flip side is effortlessly smooth, “for the after-party, the kickback. When you finally got the one you’ve been vibing with all night up close and personal,” as DJ Mike Ramos describes in the liner notes.This is uncompromising, in-your-face music free of bullshit. Gifted Gab’s lyrical dexterity and street-smart prowess marries the ’90s hip-hop sounds of female emcees Queen Latifah, MC Lyte and Bahamadia with Bay Area legends like Mac Dre and E-40. Fans familiar with her unrestrained rap style, wall-to-wall classicist flow and combative, codeine-dipped blunts, may be surprised on the B-side by singing and harmonies that even your mother might approve of. The entire album features a fresh sound supported by real ass musicians: Max Watters on guitar, Andrew Imanaka on bass, Medearis Dixon on keys and sax, DJ Vega on the Technics, and Antwon Vinson conducting the crew. And not only can the multi-talented Gifted Gab rap your ass off and sing sweetly, but the cover art is also an original painting by the artist herself.Two singles from the album, “Eye on Em” and “That Way” are part of a Spring 2019 North America-wide college radio campaign mounted by Airplay Junkie radio promotions.Seattle underground hip-hop label Crane City Music is proud to release a special, limited-edition vinyl version of “Cause & Effect” on transparent red vinyl. The record is the color of blood and love, both appropriate analogies for its twin sides. The vinyl edition is has been specially mastered by Adam Straney, has liner notes from DJ Mike Ramos and is limited to 1,000 numbered copies. (The record will be distributed worldwide by Light In The Attic.) Grab one before they’re gone for good. The music is also available online on all major streaming services (iTunes, Google Play, etc.)Gabrielle “Gifted Gab” Kadushin was born and raised in Seattle, WA’s Central District. She’s shared stages with DJ Quik, Rakim, Cam’ron, Slick Rick, Method Man, and Lupe Fiasco, and received accolades from hip-hop heavyweights XXL, VH1, and Dope. TIME magazine counts her amongst the top seven female rappers in America right now. In 2016, she curated & headlined her own eight-city tour. Her collaboration with Blimes Brixton, “Come Correct,” received viral attention and over 15 million video views. And let’s not forget her stature as first lady amongst the many men in the Moor Gang, Seattle’s answer to the Wu-Tang Clan crew.