The Dirty Sample Interview

The Dirty Sample has gained widespread recognition for his distinctive production style, characterized by crunchy samples and grimy boom bap drums. He has collaborated with the likes of Roc Marciano, Guilty Simpson, Myka9, Sensational and many others from all genres of music. Throughout his career, The Dirty Sample has demonstrated a willingness to experiment and evolve his musical style. From his early productions to his more recent work, listeners have witnessed a continuous exploration of new sounds and influences. The Dirty Sample continues to be an active force in the music industry. His journey in the world of hip-hop production is a testament to his creativity, innovation, and lasting impact on the genre.

Life is good. Wake up early, get shit done. Hit the river. Soak in the universe.

How did you come up with the name The Dirty Sample?

Growing up I never had a lot of money for quality records. I was a digger and I never bought full price vinyl. I was always on the hunt.  So a lot of my collection isn’t the best quality, but I prefer that. I can find good melodic skips and crackles.
One thing I’ve always loved about hip hop is it doesn’t need to sound clean. I like the grimy. I like the crunch. I’m an analog kid.

You just recently dropped your new beat tape entitled Love Always Wins If You Let It. Tell me a little bit about how the beat tape came together for you.

Life is a ride and aometimes you forget that. It can get serious, but it really isn’t as serious as we all make it out to be. At the core of everything sits love so if you can channel that or find a way to let that win. You will win in life. A lot of people think money, succes etc are the keys to living a good life but I’ve seen that these things can cause problems. You have to do what you love. You have to connect with the universe.  Then you’re a successful human.

Do you have any other beat tapes or albums set to drop?

I just dropped 2 Cents with the homey KABOOM! And we are planning a new album for my group Cold Camp. They will release a 90s style mixtape this summer and we have a couple full lengths ready for winter drops. We keep it cold.
I am also working on a new production compilation album that will slowly come together.

Do you have any more upcoming videos or singles?

Videos are going to be shot over the summer.  With a couple being prepared for winter as well. I will most likely put together some thing soon for LAWIYLI.

What are your current thoughts on the music industry?

I try not to stay too in tune with the major industry and not let it affect my art but I think it’s convoluted.  Musicians who use politics as gimmicks, untalented artists getting major label pushes. I mean it’s been happening forever, but it is getting worse. Doesn’t mean anything though. That’s not my world. I make art for my mind and I am grateful when  people like it.

What is currently playing on your playlist musically?

I more of an album guy by here are a few of my last song listens.
Cecile Mclorin Salvant – Ghost Song
Mobb Deep – GOD pt3
NOFX – Linoleum
Big L – MVP
Diamond D – Best Kept Secret
Lone Gone Lonesomes – Endless Sky

Do you have any shows or tour dates?

We are booking right now for winter and we will have a couple shows coming up before hand but no stable dates yet. Hip Hop is odd in our city. It’s tough to get people from all quadrants out to a rap show for some reason. But it will come around. A change is gonna come.

What is your website information?

Anything I have can be found at www.handsolorecords.com.

And you can find me at:

@thedirtysample
@coldcampnorth

Appreciate the interview, any last words or shout outs?

Appreciate your team. Shout outs to Hand Solo records for putting out my music without doubt. Stay cold and remember….

LOVE ALWAYS WINS IF YOU LET IT.