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Third Degree
Hip-Hop · 1997 · 6 tracks · 22m

Third Degree

Dilated Peoples

Gritty, vinyl-sourced underground hip-hop from 1997. Heavy on turntable precision, dusty jazz loops, and the unmistakable atmosphere of a late-night LA basement.

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The ultimate head-nodder for people who think the DJ is the most important member of the band.

A focused, nocturnal confidence that feels both gritty and intellectually sharp.

Third Degree · vs · Dilated Peoples
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The rap vocal is a through-line for this artist — steady here rather than a departure.

Tracklist · 6 Tracks · 22m
01
Third Degree
4:27
02
Confidence
3:15
03
Global Dynamics
3:31
04
Third Degree (Instrumental)
4:27
05
Confidence (Instrumental)
3:15
06
Global Dynamics (Instrumental)
3:31
Moments Worth Waiting For
The precise, rhythmic chirp of the crossfader cutting through a haunting piano loop
Evidence and Iriscience trading verses with a chemistry that feels like a shared breath
The moment the kick drum hits with a dry, wooden thud that anchors the entire track
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