with a wide-ranging catalog of releases, production credits and remixes for artists as varied as michael jackson, stevie wonder, eminem, george michael, de la soul, roy ayers and mary j. blige, dj spinna is celebrated as one of the most talented, accomplished and versatile producer/djs in the world. the fourth and latest installation in his acclaimed, longrunning series of instrumental projects, compositions, spans the length of spinnas storied career to the present, compiling tracks that span his storied career from his extensive catalog, reflecting on his production and remix genius.

side a 1. chicken scratch side b 2. actual fact (feat. apani b fly) / here we find the highly anticipated second release from the dynamic duo spox phd. chicken scratch displays emcee oxygens masterful lyricism showcasing a barrage of crafty, rapid fire word play with dj spinna cutting up doubles of an obscure chicken clucking drum break. thats all. very simple formula. quite reminiscent of an early 80s park jam, but with a modern edge. the b-side actual fact is reminiscent of a short feature film from 2 of hip hops elite directors. with mc apani b fly making a guest appearance, this is an honest compact testimony from oxygen reflecting on his life story and crossroads hes confronted over the last 2 decades. theres no debating his veteran status and this song offers some insight to aspiring artists and listeners wholl relate to the daily effort of being true to who you are when your environment doesnt always promote your agenda. spinna provides an instrumental thick in texture opening with syncopated piano chords and punchy drums as the foundation for his signature accompaniment from multiple sound sources. listeners should note the use of the rolling kick throughout the drum sequencing. this resumes comfortably where their last 7” left off and must have for fans of authentic ny hip hop.