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DJ Mike Rizzy

110 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 249 ratings

Hip Hop/Soul DJ/Producer

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Best Of Mint Condition

April 09, 2020 11:27 - 34 minutes - 79.2 MB

Being that the world is going through a pandemic right now already makes this mix memorable for me. I know we're all going through a rough time right now so I'm here to spread some some love to help you get through. Mint Condition is without a doubt my favorite R&B group from the 90's. They're like The Roots of R&B with a full band. I put together some of my favorite selections and hopefully they're some of yours too. Or maybe even hear something you've never heard before. I know I'll be pl...

Back To Vinyl Vol. 1 (90's & 2000's R&B Blends)

November 14, 2019 18:03 - 33 minutes - 77.4 MB

Took it back to how I started on this one. Went back and recorded using the vinyl record crates that I used to DJ parties with before I switched to digital. Using these songs and the actual records brings me back to the days I don't miss when I'd have to lug around a whole bunch of heavy crates and a DJ coffin. My back hurts just thinking about it. This mix feels like a time capsule for real. Shouts to my Kuya Tribe bros DJ Kuya D and DJ Delinger who came through on this one. Till next time...

Behind The Beat Part 6 - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib Edition

August 01, 2019 23:18 - 52 minutes - 95.6 MB

Back again with another original sample mix. This time showcasing the dynamic duo of Freddie Gibbs & Madlib. These guys are easily becoming one of my favorite duos of all time.  *For Promotional Use Only Waiting - Deniece Williams Lakers - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib Practice - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib Make It On Your Way - Donny Hathaway Harold's - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib Let Me Be The First To Know - Rose Royce A Fool For You - The Ledgends Deeper - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib Knicks - Fredd...

Another Summer Mix Part 2 (Full Mix)

June 30, 2019 04:33 - 42 minutes - 77.9 MB

I put this mix out two years ago on cassette. Special thank you to all of you who purchased it from me. I've since sold out of all my copies twice over. Since it's Summer I decided to let the entire mix go for everybody to enjoy. All I ask is that you spread the word and hook up the 5 stars on the Apple Podcast app or leave good feedback on the Podbean.  Enjoy the Summer.  *For Promotional Use Only Officially Missing You - Tamia b/w Teddy's Jam & Rumpshaker Remember The Time - Michael Ja...

Dilla Blends

February 18, 2019 04:21 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MB

Thank you Jay Dee. A little something short and to the point to add to the other tributes I've done for Dilla. Turn it up.  Brownstone - I Can't Tell You Why Lauryn Hill - Sweetest Thing Mary J Blige - I'm Going Down Remix John Legend - Used To Love You Brandy - Best Friend Alicia Keys - No One 112 - Love Me John Legend - Tonight 702 - Steelo Amerie - Why Don't We Fall In Love Trina Broussard - Inside My Love Marvin Gaye - God Is Love Dionne Warwick - You're Gonna Need Me The ...

For The Night Time

February 03, 2019 23:27 - 1 hour - 111 MB

  I'm Comin Home - New Edition Alone With You - Tevin Campbell Someday Is Tonight - Janet Jackson You Don't Know My Name Blend - Alicia Keys Rocket Science - Joyce Wrice Really Love - D'Angelo Still Ray - Raphael Saadiq Love Is A Losing Game - Amy Winehouse She Said (Jay Dee Remix) - Pharcyde You Can't Stop The Rain - Loose Ends Bulletproof Soul - Sade Underneath The Stars - Mariah Carey That's What I'm Here For - SWV Be With You - Mary J Blige This Is How It Works - TLC Sta...

Little Brother Mix

October 02, 2018 22:04 - 1 hour - 143 MB

This is random. As a fan I got excited that Little Brother reunited on stage. Not sure what that means for the future but that's definitely a step in the right direction. Anyways, I started listening to joints and eventually just hit record and went in. This is what came out. Spontaneous. Hope you feel it.   A Child Is Born – Tony Rice Unit That Girl Blend – Pharrell The Way You Do It – Little Brother Shake It – Little Brother Don’t You Have A Man – Drake feat. Little Brother & Dwele ...

All Things Abstract

June 20, 2018 00:45 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Q-Tip is possibly my favorite artist. I've learned so much from just studying his catalog over the years. Without his influence, my personal taste and every way I perceive music would be totally different. So with Summer upon us I just felt like doing something fun and paying homage to the legend while we all wait for the new album to come out.  Hope you like it. Intro I like It Blend - Jomanda To Each His Own - INI Gettin Up - Q-Tip Electric Relaxation - A Tribe Called Quest Let's Ri...

Break Ups & Make Ups

February 11, 2018 03:09 - 46 minutes - 107 MB

It's been a long time I know I know. But I'm finally back and here for good. It's been a few years since I dropped a slow jam mix. With Valentine's Day around the corner I figured it's a good time for a new one. 2017 was a busy year of me trying to work on my production chops and I'm still working on it. But I'm definitely going to keep feeding the streets with mixes more frequently again because I'm a DJ first.  Hope you guys enjoy this latest mix and thanks for still listening. Nothing b...

Another Summer Mix

August 12, 2016 09:41 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

Back again with another mix for you guys.  With all the craziness going on in the world these days I just wanted to come with something fun for Summer.  If this mix can make you forget about your problems, make you dance, laugh or smile then I did my job.  Here's to Summer or play this when you just want it to feel like it's Summer.

Soul Brother Instrumentals (Pete Rock Beats)

April 06, 2016 01:59 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

Back again.  This time around I decided to come with an instrumental homage to the legendary Soul Brother #1 Pete Rock.  Lately I've just been tired of what I hear on the radio and just needed a dose of soul.  So who better than the Chocolate Boy Wonder.  All these beats are mixed together so you can have the longest freestyle session or DJ's can cut to this all the way through.  Can't provide a track listing because some of these beats just don't have names.  Anyways enjoy and I'll see you...

Love Joint

February 14, 2016 07:42 - 34 minutes - 62.3 MB

Finally back and this time around just wanted to spread some love to all of you the best way I know how.  Put together this short set to take you through the ups and downs of love.  Hope you can relate.  

Mucho Preemo (A Tribute To DJ Premier)

November 04, 2015 17:05 - 1 hour - 123 MB

Finally back again.  This time around I'm focusing on the legendary DJ Premier.  I remember buying whole albums as a kid just to hear the one track DJ Premier produced.  Anyways take a listen and hopfully you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed making it.  

Random Summer Nights 2015

August 03, 2015 21:42 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

This mix is just how I'm feeling at the moment.  A little mix of songs that I'm personally into where we can all just stop, relax and take time to enjoy these Summer nights.  Enjoy.  

Nothing But Blends

June 02, 2015 14:58 - 32 minutes - 58.7 MB

It's been a minute since I made something new but this one is different.  As a kid listening to mixtapes, I always loved listening to blends.  It was always amazed me how a different beat to a song can give it new life and a whole different feel.  So this mix is basically me paying homage to all the blend tape DJ's that came before me and putting my own twist to it.  I won't even list the beats blended to kind of give an element of surprise.

Journey Through Mos

March 07, 2015 18:02 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Mos Def is undoubtedly a legend and all time great in the rap game.  As pure a lyricist as they come with plenty of style to match.  I make single artist mixes as a way of paying homage to all of the artists and musicians that I listen to and respect so this one was long overdue.  If you're not familiar with the man's catalog here's a nice little run through some of his choice cuts to get you familiar.  This one's for Brooklyn.   

After Dark

November 18, 2014 05:43 - 43 minutes - 79.6 MB

  It's getting cold out here in the east coast.  Figured it'd be a good time to drop some smooth relaxing tunes for those cold nights and late night drives.    

Behind The Beat Part 5 (Kendrick Lamar Edition)

September 15, 2014 00:13 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB

There's not a lot of new school rappers that I'm a fan of these days.  But this guy Kendrick Lamar is an obvious exception.  The man is a brilliant writer, has a great sense of history, and really understands what Hip Hop is all about.  So here's my tribute to showcase not only Kendrick's catalog but the samples that made the songs possible. 

Summertime Vibes

June 16, 2014 11:31 - 50 minutes - 57.5 MB

The official start to Summer is this weekend and I felt like giving you guys a little something to get you ready.  Play this at the beach, picnics, or even just to feel like you're at the beach when you're really at work.  Enjoy everybody!  

Behind The Beat Part 4 (9th Wonder Edition)

March 12, 2014 04:50 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

Back again with another installment of the Behind The Beat series which showcases original samples used in Hip Hop.  This time around I decided to focus on the brilliant ear of 9th Wonder.  9th has been one of my favorites pretty much since Little Brother's The Listening dropped almost 10 years ago.  Since then he's went on to producer for everybody from Jay-Z, Destiny's Child, Mary J. Blige, Erykah Badu, Ludacris, and the list goes on and on.  So here's a selection of some of my favorite tr...

J Dilla Tribute Megamix

February 14, 2014 05:51 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MB

Jay Dee.  J Dilla.  The man is absolutely the greatest Hip Hop producer to ever do it.  This man's music has inspired me like no other.  I made this short mix to share something new for Dilla Month.  

SoulQuarian Soul (A Tribute To D'Angelo)

January 06, 2014 11:18 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

D'Angelo is without a doubt my favorite R&B artist of this generation.  In every sense, the man is a true artist.  He's the total package.  I remember hearing an interview from the late great J Dilla and he was speaking about how he can play, but the way D'Angelo plays is just out of this world.  On a talent scale you wouldn't be far fetched to compare him to Stevie Wonder.  He's just that good.  If you watch his live performances you'll hear not just women but grown men just losing it to e...

Hoodies And Timbs 2

December 05, 2013 03:05 - 34 minutes - 33 MB

Happy holidays everybody!  Being that it's winter time, I figured it'd be a good time to drop a sequel to my Hoodies And Timbs mix.  I was raised on that gritty street life boom bap rap and that type of music always makes me picture cold weather and city life.  So put on a Champion hoodie and butter Timberlands and rock to this.  Don't forget the 5 star iTunes rating please.  See you in 2014. 

Soul Sessions Vol. 1

November 06, 2013 00:59 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Welcome to Rizzy's Soul Lounge.  This time around just bringing you an assortment of good old soul music to vibe to.  Got a little of everything from the old to the new so there's something for everybody.  Hope you like it and as always please give me a 5 star rating in iTunes.  As always thanks for listening.  Much love.  

The Best Of Rawkus

October 07, 2013 23:33 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Just some of my favorite tracks from the Rawkus era.  The focus here is mainly on Mos Def, Talib Kweli, and producer Hi-Tek.  Enjoy and don't forget to rate me with 5 stars in iTunes. Thanks.    

One Time For L-Boogie

September 04, 2013 05:07 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Few artists in the Hip Hop world spoke to your soul the way Lauryn Hill does. Even though she hasn't dropped an album in over a decade, she's still as popular and legendary as ever.  A lot of the kids coming up now really don't understand the impact she made in the late 90's.  Here's my tribute to the extraordinary talent of Ms. Hill. And don't forget to give me a 5 star rating in iTunes. Thanks. 

Nas - The King's Anthology (Nas Tribute)

July 11, 2013 09:06 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

This is a Nas tribute I did recently and actually pressed some copies but quickly sold out.  It's no secret that I believe that Nas is the greatest MC to ever touch a microphone.  So here's a tribute to the Queensbridge representative. 

Late Night Kells (R Kelly Slow Jams)

July 01, 2013 05:37 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

I was watching the BET Awards and caught that R Kelly performance tonight.  It reminded me that I had this mix just collecting dust so I just figured I'd share.  Baby making music at its finest.

Get Fresh Mix Hour 6 (New Jack Swing)

June 12, 2013 15:27 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Went back into the archives for this one.  This is a live New Jack Swing mix I did I think about 4 years ago or so.  Like I said this was done live with mess ups and all for you to laugh at.  Everybody loves some classic New Jack Swing.  It was just a good era for dance music.  This era will always be special to me because of all the childhood memories and all of the old videos I used to watch.  Hope you can relate.  Enjoy.

Still Chasing Amy (The Best Of Amy Winehouse)

May 15, 2013 17:06 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Gone way too soon.  Amy Winehouse definitely left her mark on the world.  Her voice is magical.  Amy's brand of soul music to me is everything that's right in music.  Here's my tribute to the now legendary songstress.

The Best Of N.E.R.D. and The Neptunes

April 17, 2013 00:05 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MB

This is a mix I did in collaboration with the good people from The Art Of Reuse in Toronto.  They're opening their online shop so this mix was made to coincide with their web launch.  The extremely talented artist Sean Brown asked if I'd be willing to do a NERD/Neptunes mix.  Of course me being from VA thought that was a great idea.  I know the Neptunes discography very well so I knew I'd do justice with this as well as represent for my home state.  Everybody knows the story of Pharrell and...

Rizzy's Feel Good Mix Part 2

April 07, 2013 19:18 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Had this mix sitting in the vaults for a few years and decided it was a good time to let it go.  This is part 2 of my original mix which seems to be a lot of people's all time favorite.  Just some upbeat feel good music to put a little bounce in your step.  Special thanks to everyone who has a hard copy of this from when I originally dropped it.

R&B Flashback (90's R&B)

March 13, 2013 07:15 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Just another installment of that classic 90's R&B music that everybody seems to love.  As always thank you for listening and if you like it share it.   Also don't forget to give me a 5 star rating on iTunes.  Till the next one.

February Heartbeats

February 13, 2013 04:35 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Just a little random mix of current and old favorites from me to all of you.  Don't say I didn't give you a Valentine's gift.

Welcome To The Row

January 21, 2013 21:50 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

The Death Row era was a crazy time in Hip Hop. Mostly remembered by the violence and controversy surrounding the label, but lets not forget the classics they produced. Dr. Dre definitely made the blueprint to what the sound was and definitely wasn't the same after he left. What I remember most about this era was that even though the music was street, there was still a lot of soul within the music. On top of that especially with the Dre and Snoop connection the records were still about hav...

Beats By Just Blaze

October 30, 2012 05:05 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Just Blaze definitely made his mark in the game. As one of the marquee producers on Rocafella, Just Blaze along with Kanye brought soul sampled beats back to the forefront on the classic Blueprint album. Just Blaze went on to produce for just about every big name from Mariah Carey to Nas to Rihanna with an incredible run of hits that's still going today. So here's my personal favorites by this dope Producer/DJ.

Last Days Of Summer (R&B/Hip Hop)

September 03, 2012 04:01 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Sad to see Summer almost over. This is a random assortment of songs I made on the fly that make me think of warm weather and happy times. Listen to this outdoors while you're enjoying Summer's last days.

AZ Essentials

August 28, 2012 20:47 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Always been a big AZ fan.  While the world still hangs onto the possibility of a Nas/AZ collaboration album, here's some classics by the Brooklyn legend to help build that anticipation.  As I made this mix I couldn't help but realize that to this day only a handful of artists in Hip Hop today are even on this level.  Witness greatness and enjoy.

Summertime Dancehall Classics

August 06, 2012 04:01 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MB

Nothing says Summer like some Dancehall Reggae. I listened to nothing but  Hip Hop coming up so everything I learned about reggae is from DJ Kuya D.  This guy taught me so much about the DJ culture and what it was really all about and that's just having fun. Everybody from New York to VA who's been to his parties can tell you his Reggae sets are legendary.  So I wanted to put this together to pay homage to my mentor and to give all of you something to move to in this Summer heat.  Spread th...

Behind The Beat 3 (ATCQ Edition)

June 20, 2012 18:20 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

It's been a minute since I made a sample mix.  What better way than to pay tribute to a legendary crate digger like Q-Tip and A Tribe Called Quest.  Tribe has been influential to Hip Hop as a pioneering group of the jazz-infused Hip Hop sound.  Q-Tip's production is often slept on and needs to be mentioned as one of the best to ever do it.  His ear for loops is second to none.  So here's a mix showcasing the digging skills of the Abstract Poetic.

Party 2 Go

May 07, 2012 04:30 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

MTV used to put out these Party compilations back in the day.  This is my ideal party mix.  If you follow me on the social networks you probably already had this mix but I just wanted to make it available on the Podcast.

Mobb Deep Classics

April 16, 2012 03:37 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Queensbridge duo Mobb Deep are definitely legends in the game.  Havoc is definitely in my top producer list when he delivers those obscure loops with dirty boom bap drums.  So here's some of my personal favorites from the Queens representatives.  Enjoy.

Beats By Madlib

April 02, 2012 06:41 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Oxnard's finest.  Madlib is a beast on the beats.  Arguably the hardest working producer in Hip Hop.  Madlib literally does nothing but make beats.  You won't hear him on the radio because he's not concerned about making you dance.  Similar to J Dilla, Madlib just makes music from the heart and soul.  The type of music I live for and will forever represent.  So if you're not up on him get familiar.

So So Def Classics

March 12, 2012 04:11 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Say what you want about Jermaine Dupri but you can't deny the countless hits he continues to bring.  I always give him props because unlike other music moguls who claim to be producers, Jermaine really knows how to work an MPC and make beats.  As I was making this mix I just really noticed how most of the music he makes is just really fun, makes you dance, and puts you in a good mood.  What's also noticeable is the working chemistry that he's always had with R&B artists most notably Mariah Ca...

It All Makes Common Sense

January 23, 2012 05:16 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

With all the attention on the so called feud with Common and Drake, this is definitely a great opportunity to showcase one of Hip Hop's most celebrated MC's.  I probably should've made this a long time ago since Common has always been an all time favorite of mine.  Common has always been regarded as one of Hip Hop's elite and has worked with pretty much everybody who's considered to be a legend.  So here's a musical journey from one of the best to ever touch the mic.  Enjoy.

Ballads by 112

January 07, 2012 21:19 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

This is one of those mixes I made for myself to listen to on the iPod or in the car.  I'm sure some of you are 112 fans so hopefully you'll enjoy this.  Just a little something to add to the collection.

The Wu Era

December 17, 2011 04:30 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

The Wu Tang Clan along with Tribe will always be my favorite groups in Hip Hop.  What I loved most about them is how they didn't compromise their artistic integrity for sales.   Rza's production is some of the best Hip Hop has ever heard hands down.  The gritty drums and vocal samples inspired what you hear today from Kanye, Just Blaze, and 9th Wonder.  It's sad that ODB has passed but that really just cements the Clan's place in Hip Hop history forever.  Pay homage.

Rizzy Vs. Mayer (Best Of Mayer Hawthorne)

October 24, 2011 21:44 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

Mayer Hawthorne just makes great soul music.  The crazy thing is that he's really a hardcore Hip Hop fan and DJ.  It's no surprise that he got his start getting signed by Peanut Butter Wolf to the independent label Stones Throw.  What I enjoy about his music is that people from all walks of life can relate to his music young and old.  As a crate digger I can easily identify with his style because this is the type of music I dig for to listen to and sample.  As I write this Mayer is slated to ...

Vintage Jigga - The Best Of Jay-Z Part 1

September 26, 2011 17:42 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

*It's been a minute but I'm back again.  Since WTT recently dropped it made me reminisce about the Jay-Z songs I came up on.  I miss the songs where'd he'd spit about slangin and being at Waffle House at 4am.  So for this go around I took it back there and focused on the songs that brought him to the level he's at today.  Feel it.

New Edition Classics

July 29, 2011 07:25 - 54 minutes - 50 MB

Everyone from my era grew up listening to New Edition.  They were such a big part of my childhood and it's no coincidence why they're still relevant today.  So if you were too young to witness this great era in music here's something to get you caught up.  You'll probably find it better than what you hear on the radio these days.  Enjoy.