Sleevemix is an ongoing visual series mapping the genetic connection between definitive hip-hop records and the original vinyl samples that birthed them.
The project functions as a premium cultural collage—translating audio lineage into a distinct, tactile universe. Each entry in the series explores the intersection of music history, character illustration, and visual curation, filtering iconic musical moments through a soulful, highly stylized lens to capture the architects and energy of the culture.
This is an independent, evolving studio series. New tracks added as they are cut.
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Images in order from left to right.
TRACK 01 // Kraftwerk: Techno Pop (1986)
A visual remix mapping Kraftwerk's sonic influence on West Coast funk.
TRACK 02 // Dr. Dre: The Chronic (1992)
Intercepted by Parliament's Mothership Connection.
TRACK 03 // Kanye West: The Life of Pablo (2016)
A Visual Remix showing Sister Nancy's timeless sample on 'Famous'.
TRACK 04 // Metal Fingers: Special Herbs (4/20)
A visual remix merging MF DOOM's instrumentation with Cheech & Chong's iconic 1978 'Up in Smoke' soundtrack. Originally commissioned by Rhymesayers Entertainment for a limited capsule release.
TRACK 05 // Nas: Illmatic (1994)
A Visual Remix mapping MJ's 'Human Nature' sample on 'It Ain't Hard to Tell'.
TRACK 06 // Grace Jones: Clubbing (1981)
A Visual Remix of Grace Jones iconic ‘Clubbing’ cover photo.