Larim et Le Mutant – Perspective (2005) Flac + 320kbps

 

Up for download is an incredibly obscure and hard-to-find piece of French rap history. “Perspective” is a collaborative album by Larim & Le Mutant, released in 2005 as a very limited indie CD press.This project stands out as a unique and forward-thinking crossover between independent old-school hip-hop lyricism and experimental electronic/electro-acoustic beats.Since this album is completely missing from Spotify, Apple Music, and other mainstream digital platforms, this rip is a true gem for music diggers and underground hip-hop collectors looking for rare sounds from the 2000s.

01 Intro 0:51
02 Accro (Je Fume Plus De Clopes) 3:10
03 Depuis Que Je Sais 2:54
04 Le Butin Du Vice 3:26
05 Je Viens Vous Dire 3:08
06 Interlude 0:28
07 Paranormal feat H-Nawack 4:51
08 Le Reveil 3:29
09 Je Fais Du Rap 2:43
10 Tant De Choses A Dire feat Lino-Sang 4:12
11 Pour Elles feat Benetone 5:21
12 Le Bon Chemin 3:53
13 Mon Bled feat Soso 3:47
14 Fin 2:37
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Savant Des Rimes – À Bientôt… (2008) Flac + 320kbps

 

Savant Des Rimes – À Bientôt is a French underground hip-hop album that captures the distinctive style of Parisian rapper Savant des Rimes. The project was originally associated with the independent French rap scene and later received a German release through Bodensee Records, reflecting the artist’s growing connections beyond France. Sources document the album with 18 tracks and a running time of approximately 66 minutes.The record presents Savant des Rimes as a technically focused MC with a direct and personal writing style. His delivery combines dense rhymes, punchlines and autobiographical elements, while the production stays firmly rooted in underground hip-hop. The overall sound is raw and uncompromising, emphasizing the rapper’s voice and lyrical performance rather than commercial crossover.A significant aspect of the album is Savant’s personal identity and his experience as a French rapper of Turkish heritage. This perspective becomes part of the project’s broader lyrical character, with themes of roots, cultural identity, family, personal values and life between different cultural environments. The material gives the album a more individual character than a straightforward street-rap release.The project also reflects Savant des Rimes’ connections with other figures in French hip-hop. Freeman appears on the album, linking the record to the Marseille rap scene and to the wider network of independent French MCs. The collaboration on “Nouvelle Génération” was subsequently also featured on Freeman’s En haut la misère paye 2.Production is associated with Mze Bastoi and the independent Block-out/Bodensee network. The album’s recordings demonstrate a preference for solid, beat-driven arrangements that leave considerable room for Savant’s flow and lyrical technique. Contemporary track listings show a mixture of introspective material, street-oriented rap and tracks dealing directly with identity and personal experience.The album has an interesting release history. Apple Music dates the original digital catalog to 2006, while other sources identify a later physical edition issued through Bodensee Records in Germany in 2008. This makes the project part of the unusual cross-border distribution history of French underground rap during the late 2000s.Savant Des Rimes – À Bientôt remains an interesting release for listeners exploring independent French hip-hop, particularly the intersection of Parisian underground rap, personal lyricism and the international network that connected French MCs with Germany and other European scenes.

1. Intro
2. Ou t’es
3. Je vis ma vie
4. Peacefull 1
5. Peacefull 2
6. Concret
7. Generation Fuck You
8. Rester vrai
9. Ne me demande pas
10. J’ecris
11. Tk’mc
12. Le turc
13. Qui veux
14. Remise en question
15. Ce que je ne veux pas
16. Ne passe pas par la
17. Hip hop bic
18. La chance va tourner
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Savant Des Rimes – J’Attends Mon Heure (2005) Flac + 320kbps

 

Savant Des Rimes – J’Attends Mon Heure is the debut release from French rapper Savant des Rimes, originally issued in November 2005 through Nouvelle Donne. The project established him within the French underground hip-hop scene and introduced his direct, technically focused approach to rap. Contemporary catalog information lists 16 tracks and a total running time of around 45 minutes.Savant des Rimes, born Umut Altunay, began rapping in Paris around 2000 and gradually built recognition through appearances on mixtapes and independent French rap projects. His early activity within the Parisian underground helped establish his reputation before the release of his first major project with Nouvelle Donne.J’Attends Mon Heure reflects the independent French rap culture of the mid-2000s, combining straightforward production with an emphasis on flow, writing and personal expression. The project has the character of a street-oriented release rather than a polished commercial album, giving Savant des Rimes space to develop his own lyrical identity.The record also demonstrates his connections with other important figures from the French rap scene. Nubi appears on the project, while Sinik and Nasme contribute to the material, reinforcing Savant des Rimes’ position within the wider Parisian underground network.The musical approach moves between classic hip-hop foundations and more contemporary production for its period. Savant’s delivery remains the central element, with a focus on rhythm, punchlines and tightly structured verses. The overall atmosphere is serious and street-oriented, reflecting the independent rap environment in which the project was developed.The release also captures a significant moment in French hip-hop history. By 2005, the underground had developed an extensive network of mixtapes, street CDs, independent labels and collaborations, allowing artists such as Savant des Rimes to build an audience without relying entirely on mainstream exposure.The project contains 16 recordings and closes with an outro, giving it the structure of a complete introduction to the artist rather than simply a collection of isolated tracks.Savant Des Rimes – J’Attends Mon Heure remains an interesting document of mid-2000s French underground rap, combining technical MC work, independent production and connections with a generation of respected French rappers. It is particularly relevant for listeners exploring the Nouvelle Donne catalog and the street-rap culture surrounding Paris during this period.

1 Intro
2 J’Attends Mon Heure
3 Kick It Featuring Agression Verbale, Black V.Ner
4 Made In Street Featuring CHS
5 Look At You Featuring Disiz La Peste
6 Parce Que Le Coeur Y Est Featuring Nubi
7 H.I.P Featuring Philemon
8 J’Attends Mon Heure Dans Ce Bordel
9 F#ck Le Rap Etrange Featuring Reeno, Scar Logan
10 Image Featuring H.S.I
11 Ma Rue Featuring Nasme, Sinik
12 Street Jugement Featuring Ol’Kainry
13 One Love
14 S.A.T.I.R Flow
15 Shuuuut Featuring Unité De Feu
16 Outro

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Various – Génération Rap (1995) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Génération Rap is a French hip-hop compilation documenting the rap culture of its era through a selection of artists representing different sides of the French scene. The project belongs to the tradition of compilation albums that helped introduce listeners to new MCs, established names and influential underground recordings.Rather than focusing on a single artist, Génération Rap presents French hip-hop as a collective movement. The compilation format allows different styles, voices and production approaches to appear together, creating a broader picture of the rap landscape and its development.The release is particularly relevant for listeners interested in the history of French rap compilations. During the 1990s and 2000s, such projects played an important role in connecting audiences with artists who were not always represented on major commercial releases. Compilations circulated through record stores, specialist distributors and independent networks, helping strengthen the connection between regional scenes and the wider French hip-hop community.Musically, the project is rooted in beat-driven French rap, with the emphasis placed on MC performances, flows and lyrical expression. The variety of contributors gives the compilation a changing character, while the shared hip-hop foundation keeps the material connected as a single collection.Various – Génération Rap also reflects the importance of collective culture within French hip-hop. Crews, labels, DJs and independent producers were central to the development of the scene, and compilation releases often served as meeting points between artists from different backgrounds.For collectors, compilations of this type are especially interesting because they can preserve recordings that are difficult to find elsewhere. They also provide a useful way to trace the development of French rap and discover artists whose individual releases may have remained relatively obscure.The project’s value therefore extends beyond simply presenting a collection of rap tracks. It offers a snapshot of a particular period in French hip-hop and illustrates how the genre continued to develop through independent releases, collaborations and artist networks.Various – Génération Rap is a worthwhile archival release for listeners exploring the evolution of French hip-hop and the compilation culture that helped connect underground artists with a wider audience.

1 Alliance Ethnik – Respect (Prince Paul’s Bag Of Tricks Remix) 4:19
2 Melloman – La Voie Du Mellow 3:22
3 Fabe – Ça Fait Partie De Mon Passé 4:14
4 Nose, Menelik – Quelle Aventure 3:17
5 Rico – Rub À Dub Style (Hip Hop Mix) 4:06
6 Dee Nasty, Les Princes Du Swing – Nos Amis 4:39
7 Les Sages Poetes De La Rue – Amoureux D’une Énigme 5:35
8 Melaaz – Je Marche En Solitaire 4:23
9 Sens Unik – Laisse-toi Aller 4:45
10 DJ Deenasty, Big Brother Hakim – Même Le Diable Ne Peut Plus M’aider 4:23
11 Assassin – L’odyssée Suit Son Cours 4:13
12 D.Abuz System – Ça Se Passe 5:52
13 Positive Black Soul – Je Ne Sais Pas (Radio Mix) 4:19
14 Sléo – Je Lance Les Dés 3:42
15 Art Syndrom – Pris Dans Le Système 3:40
16 Sté Strausz’ – Trop Dur Pour Un Seul Homme 3:41
17 Ménélik – Tribut 3:01
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Homicide Volontaire – L’Art De L’Homicide – Chapitre 1 (2008) Flac + 320kbps

 

1 Intro
2 L’Art De L’Homicide
3 J’Taff Dans L’Ombre
4 Lèves Les Bras !
5 On Défonce Les Ondes
6 On S’En Bat Les Couilles (Radio Edit)
7 Les Eminences Grises
8 Poème Sombre
9 Viens Pas Clasher
Featuring – Anne So, Macal
10 Soldats Du Vice
Featuring – Romness, Wilson aka Les Krevards
11 Héritage Maudit (Solo Sao)
12 Flow Now (Solo Na2s)
13 Ennemis (Med)
Featuring – Macal
14 Pyromane
Featuring – Asres
15 On S’En Bat Les Couilles (Mad Version)
16 Outro
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Homicide Volontaire – L’être De Noblesse (2006) Flac + 320kbps

 

1 Intro 1:27
2 J’accuse 5:15
3 Comprend 4:50
4 R.u.e. 4:19
5 J’aurais Pu Être 3:53
6 Emilio 4:11
7 Hip Hop Résistance 6:24
8 Dans Les Yeux 4:51
9 Easy 5:42
10 Etalon Harissa 4:12
11 Le Chant Des Deshérités 4:13
12 Animal Est Mon Son 4:55
13 Plus Rien Ne M’étonne 5:09
14 Sale Atmosphére 2:23
15 Derrière Les Portes 4:04
16 Vivre Sans Gène 5:35
17 20h00 4:52
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VA – Nouvelle Donne Le Collector 2 (Limited Edition 2CD) (2001) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Le Collector 2 is a French hip-hop compilation released in 2001 through Nouvelle Donne Music. The project continues the label’s collector-oriented approach, bringing together a selection of French rap artists and recordings from the independent scene at the turn of the millennium. The release is documented as a hip-hop CD issued by Nouvelle Donne Music in 2001.Nouvelle Donne had established itself as an important independent platform for French rap, particularly for artists developing outside the major-label system. Its catalog connected established underground MCs with a younger generation of rappers and helped preserve the collaborative culture that was central to French hip-hop during the late 1990s and early 2000s.Le Collector 2 belongs to this same environment, functioning as a broad showcase rather than a conventional artist album. The compilation format allows different MCs, crews and production styles to appear within one release, offering listeners a cross-section of the French rap landscape of the period.The early-2000s French hip-hop scene was characterized by a strong emphasis on lyrical technique, DJ culture, independent production and crew-based collaboration. Releases such as this one documented that ecosystem at a time when French rap was expanding commercially but still maintained a substantial underground infrastructure.The musical identity of the compilation is rooted in beat-driven French rap, with the focus placed on flows, punchlines and vocal performances. Instead of following one uniform production style, the project benefits from the contrast between different artists and approaches, making it useful as a snapshot of the wider scene.Nouvelle Donne’s importance to French hip-hop also makes Le Collector 2 interesting from a historical perspective. The label’s releases helped expose artists who were active in the underground and contributed to the development of a generation of rappers whose work would later become highly regarded by French hip-hop collectors.The 2001 release date places the compilation at an important transition point between the classic 1990s French rap era and the more commercially diverse sound that would dominate the following decade. It therefore captures a moment when independent French hip-hop was already mature while continuing to develop new artists and styles.Various – Le Collector 2 remains a worthwhile archival compilation for listeners exploring French rap around the turn of the millennium, particularly those interested in the Nouvelle Donne catalog and the independent scene that surrounded it.

01. Daomen – Predator
02. Antilop Sa & Jango Jack – Sens Le Son
03. Kamnouze – Kamnouze
04. Agression Verbale – Classe Dangereux
05. Ol Kainry & Alpatch – Sache Que
06. Osfa & Kamnouze – Pur Et Dur
07. Jango Jack – L’horloge Du Temps
08. Jango Jack – Ca Sent La Sueur
09. Kamnouze – J’accuse Ces Mots
10. Kimy & Disiz La Peste – Assume
11. Agression Verbale – Imposteur
12. Honers, Jango Jack & Antilop Sa – Nouvelle Donne Session 2
13. Daomen – Prédator (Instrumental)
14. Kamnouze – Kamnouze (Instrumental)
2.1 Disiz La Peste – J’Pete Les Plombs
2.2 Ol’ Kainry – Abattu Du Vecu II
2.3 Agression Verbale – Ambiance Monotone
2.4 Daomen – Chiale Bebe
2.5 Antilop Sa – Beat Punisseur
2.6 Kamnouze – Bloodsport
2.7 Disiz La Peste, Ol’ Kainry, Mahoni, Jerry Funkyla – Nouvelle Donne Session I
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VA – Nouvelle Donne Le Collector (2000) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Le Collector is a French hip-hop compilation originally released in 2007, bringing together a broad selection of artists from the French rap scene. The project serves as a showcase for established names and respected underground acts, reflecting the diversity of French hip-hop during the 2000s. The compilation was listed among French rap releases in 2007 and circulated as a collector-oriented compilation.The project brings together artists representing different generations and styles of French rap. Its selection connects influential underground figures with artists who had achieved wider recognition, creating a broad overview of the sound and culture surrounding French hip-hop during this period.Le Collector is particularly interesting because it brings together several artists associated with important movements in French rap, including members and affiliates of collectives that shaped the underground during the 1990s and 2000s. The compilation format allows different approaches to production, flow and lyrical writing to appear alongside each other while maintaining a clear focus on French hip-hop.The release belongs to a period when French rap compilations remained an important way for listeners to discover artists outside the most heavily promoted commercial albums. Such collections could connect listeners with independent MCs, established groups and collaborations that were otherwise scattered across different labels and releases.The musical character of the compilation is rooted in beat-driven hip-hop and French-language MC performances. Its appeal comes from the variety of voices and approaches rather than a single unified production style. The result is a document of a broad French rap environment, combining underground credibility with more accessible material.The historical importance of Various – Le Collector also lies in the artists and recordings assembled within the compilation. For collectors, these projects can provide a useful snapshot of the French rap landscape at a particular moment, especially when they include material connected with influential independent labels and crews.The title Le Collector reflects the compilation’s purpose: to gather notable recordings from the French hip-hop catalog into one release. This makes it relevant to listeners interested in discovering lesser-known tracks and tracing connections between different generations of French rappers.Various – Le Collector remains a worthwhile compilation for anyone exploring 2000s French hip-hop, particularly the intersection between established artists, independent rap and the underground culture that continued to shape the French scene.

1 Akhenaton – Shapely M. 0:10
2 Disiz La Peste – J’pète Les Plombs (Intro) 1:57
3 Disiz La Peste – J’pète Les Plombs 4:03
4 Ol’ Kainry – Unbroken M. 0:17
5 Ol Kainry – Abattu Du Vécu II 3:56
6 Eloquence – Tu Sais Pas Ce Que C’est 3:59
7 Daomen Featuring Kery James – J’émerge (Remix) 5:31
8 Kimy – Enfants D’esclaves 4:30
9 Dune – Une Nuit De Plus 3:26
10 Disiz La Peste – Ol Kainry – Mahoni – Jerry Da Funkyla / Ajevi – Nouvelle Donne Session 2:36
11 Eloquence – Lex Luxure 3:26
12 Disiz La Peste – J’pète Les Plombs (Instrumental) 4:07
13 Ol Kainry – Abattu Du Vécu II (Instrumental) 4:20
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VA – Nouvelle Donne II (Tout Vient A Point A Qui Sait Attendre) (2000) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Nouvelle Donne II – Tout Vient À Point À Qui Sait Attendre is the second installment in the influential Nouvelle Donne French hip-hop compilation series, released in October 2000 through Nouvelle Donne Music and WEA. The project follows the first volume and presents a more established Nouvelle Donne roster, bringing together emerging MCs and respected figures from the French rap scene.The compilation contains 20 tracks and is structured around French proverbs and expressions, giving the project a loose but recognizable thematic concept. This approach provides a common framework for the participating artists while allowing each MC to develop a different lyrical interpretation. The result is a cohesive compilation rather than simply a collection of unrelated tracks.Among the artists represented are Ol’ Kainry, OSFA, Jacky of Neg’Marrons, Antilop Sa, Daomen, Manu Key, Pit Baccardi, Faf Larage, Diam’s, Disiz and Mala. The project also features Lunatic, whose appearance alongside Mala became one of the most recognized moments in the compilation’s history.The production remains firmly rooted in the golden-era French hip-hop aesthetic, with beat-driven arrangements designed to emphasize flows, punchlines and lyrical exchanges. DJ Poska provides the introduction, reinforcing the compilation’s connection with the mixtape and DJ culture that surrounded French rap at the time.The strength of Nouvelle Donne II lies particularly in its combination of emerging talent and artists who were already developing significant reputations. Ol’ Kainry and Pit Baccardi demonstrate their technical abilities, while collaborations involving Daomen, Manu Key, Rim’K and others show the interconnected nature of the French rap scene around the turn of the millennium.The compilation’s historical reputation is also strongly connected to “Hommes de l’ombre,” performed by Mala with Lunatic. The track has subsequently been regarded as one of the standout recordings associated with the project and has helped preserve its reputation among collectors and listeners of classic French rap.Various – Nouvelle Donne II – Tout Vient À Point À Qui Sait Attendre remains an important document of French hip-hop at the beginning of the 2000s, capturing the moment when Nouvelle Donne was developing a recognizable roster and helping establish a new generation of influential French MCs.

01. DJ Poska – Intro
02. Ol’ Kainry – Tout Vient A Point A Qui Sait Attendre…
03. O.S.F.A. – Mieux Vaut Tard Que Jamais
04. Cenacle – Au Royaume Des Aveugles, Les Borgnes Sont Rois
05. IPM feat. Honers & Dad PPDA – Repose En Paix
06. Ol’ Kainry – Veni, Vidi, Vici
07. Antilop Sa – Avec Des Si On Mettrait Paris En Bouteille…
08. DJ Poska – Seataction
09. Iron Sy – Plus On Est De Fous, Plus On Rit
10. L’Skadrille – Profite Du Jour Present
11. Mag – L’Erreur Est Humaine
12. DJ Poska – Seataction
13. Faf Larage – …Garde Tes Ennemis Encore Plus Pres
14. Ritmo feat. Galsen – Qui Seme Le Vent Recolte La Tempete
15. Mala – Hommes De L’Ombre
16. DJ Poska – Seataction
17. Agression Verbale – Meme Le Plus Fort Des Hommes A Besoin D’Amis
18. Le 6 Clope feat. Roce, Endo – La Nuit, Tous Les Chats Sont Gris
19. Disiz La Peste – Toute Verite N’Est Pas Bonne A Dire
20. Daomen – A Chaque Age Ses Plaisirs
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V.A. – Nouvelle Donne (1997) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Nouvelle Donne is a landmark French hip-hop compilation that introduced a new generation of MCs while bringing them together with established names from the French rap scene. Released by the independent Nouvelle Donne label, the project became an important early showcase for artists who would go on to play significant roles in French hip-hop. The label itself was founded by Kodjo in 1997 and quickly developed a reputation for supporting emerging talent.The compilation’s concept is reflected in its title: Nouvelle Donne presents a changing generation of French rappers and creates connections between newcomers and already recognized figures. The lineup includes A.T.K., Zoxea, Lyr-X, Daomen, Agression Verbale, Sir Doum’s, Jedi, Ideal J, Cercle Fermé, Sista Claris, Seul 2 Seul, Too Leust, Princess Aniès and Les Sages Poètes de la Rue.One of the most notable moments is A.T.K.’s collaboration with Zoxea on “Attaque à Mic armé,” a track that became an important recording in the group’s catalog. Other collaborations similarly connect emerging artists with established MCs, creating a compilation that functions as a bridge between different generations of French rap.DJ Poska handles the opening introduction, reinforcing the project’s mixtape-inspired character and its connection with the DJ culture surrounding French hip-hop during the late 1990s. The production combines classic boom-bap foundations with hard-edged French rap aesthetics, keeping the focus on MC performances, flows and lyrical writing.The project is particularly significant because several of its participants would later become important figures in French rap. Nouvelle Donne subsequently developed artists including Ol’ Kainry, Daomen and Disiz La Peste, establishing itself as an influential independent label and an important platform for new talent.The original compilation was initially released on vinyl, while the later CD edition expanded the project with additional material. The enriched version includes contributions from artists such as Eric of Rimeurs à Gages, Yusiness, Sir Doum’s, Mo’Vez Lang, Cercle Fermé, Too Leust and Da System Crew.Various – Nouvelle Donne remains a valuable document of late-1990s French hip-hop, capturing the moment when a new generation of independent MCs began moving into the spotlight and helping establish Nouvelle Donne as one of the era’s important French rap labels.

01. DJ Poska – Intro
02. Yusiness – C’est le putch
03. ATK feat. Zoxea – Attaque a mic arme
04. Lyr-x feat. Sully de Koalition – Guerilla urbaine
05. Daomen feat. Moda – Rimes en or
06. Eric feat. Rimeurs a Gages – Trajectoire
07. Agression Verbale feat. Driver – Illusion
08. Sir Doum’s feat. Mo-vez Lang – L’eternelle histoire de la rue
09. Jedi feat. Ill g (X-Men) – Malka skai du Comores
10. Ideal J feat. 113 & Intouchable – La voie que j’ai donne a ma vie
11. Cercle Ferme – La Famille
12. Sista Claris feat. Diable Rouge – Passe le mic
13. Seul 2 Seul feat. Sista Jazz – Triste epoque
14. Too Leust&Sista Bea – Chant de ble
15. Princess Anies feat. D Abuz & Tepa – La Grande Famille
16. Les sages poetes de la rue – Va tej ton gun (remix)
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VA – Radio Rap Volume 2 (1995) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Radio Rap Volume 2 is the second installment in the Radio Rap compilation series, released in France in 1995. The compilation brings together influential French and American hip-hop, reflecting the growing visibility of rap music on French radio and the strong connection between the emerging French scene and its American influences. The cassette edition was released in November 1995.The selection combines established American classics with important French rap recordings of the period. Among the international artists represented are Dr. Dre, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Arrested Development, The Spinners with Rappin’ 4-Tay and Queen Latifah with Monie Love. The French side features artists including Alliance Ethnik, Fabe, Mellowman, La Cliqua and Assassin.Radio Rap Volume 2 captures an especially important moment in French hip-hop history. By the middle of the 1990s, French rap was developing its own identity while remaining deeply influenced by American hip-hop. The compilation places both traditions alongside each other, making the contrast between French-language lyricism and American rap styles part of its appeal.The French selection is particularly strong from a historical perspective. Alliance Ethnik appears with “Simple & funky,” while Fabe contributes “Ça fait partie de mon passé.” La Cliqua is represented by “Comme une sarbacane,” and Assassin appears with “L’odyssée suit son cours.” These tracks connect the compilation directly with some of the most respected names in 1990s French underground and independent rap.The American material adds another dimension, moving between golden-age hip-hop, alternative rap, conscious records and West Coast sounds. Dr. Dre’s “Keep Their Heads Ringin’” and A Tribe Called Quest’s “Can I Kick It?” sit alongside De La Soul, Arrested Development and other influential artists, demonstrating the broad musical spectrum available to French rap listeners at the time.With its combination of major international names and significant French recordings, Various – Radio Rap Volume 2 works as both a period compilation and a snapshot of the musical environment surrounding French hip-hop in 1995.

01 – Dr DRE – Keep theirheads ringin’
02 – Alliance Ethnik – Simple et funky
03 – A Tribe called Quest – Can I kick it
04 – Mellowman – La voie du mellow
05 – Fabe – Ca fait partie de mon passé
06 – De La Soul – Me myself and I
07 – Arrested Development – Tennessee
08 – Rappin 4-Tay – I’ll be around
09 – Melaaz – Je marche en solitaire
10 – Queen Latifah feat. Monie Love – Ladies first
11 – Grandmaster flash & Melle Mel – Whitelines (don’t do it)
12 – boogie down productions – Stop the violence
13 – Assassin – L’odyssée suit son cours
14 – La cliqua – Comme une sarbacane
15 – Luniz – I got 5 on it
16 – Skee-lo – I wish
17 – Petits Boss – La voix claire (remix)
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VA – Radio Rap Volume 1 (1995) Flac + 320kbps

 

Various – Radio Rap Volume 1 is a French rap compilation released in July 1995, bringing together key recordings from the emerging French and international hip-hop scene. Issued in both CD and cassette formats, the compilation contains 19 tracks and combines French rap with influential American hip-hop classics.The release presents a broad cross-section of rap music aimed at listeners discovering the culture through both local French artists and established international names. The French side includes contributions from Alliance Ethnik, Mellowman, Dee Nasty, Sens Unique and Sté Strausz, while the international selection features artists such as Arrested Development, De La Soul, Kris Kross, Heavy D & The Boyz, House of Pain, Naughty by Nature, Eric B. & Rakim and Public Enemy.Radio Rap Volume 1 is particularly representative of the period when French hip-hop was moving rapidly from an underground cultural movement toward a much broader audience. The compilation places French-language material alongside influential American records, illustrating the strong connection between the developing French rap scene and the original American hip-hop tradition.The selection also covers several generations and styles of rap. Old-school foundations are represented by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five and The Sugarhill Gang, while newer early-1990s sounds appear through artists such as Warren G, Arrested Development, Kris Kross and Naughty by Nature. This mixture gives the compilation a historical perspective, connecting the origins of hip-hop with the sound dominating rap radio during the mid-1990s.The French contributions are equally significant. Alliance Ethnik’s presence reflects the growing visibility of French rap groups during the era, while Dee Nasty represents the foundational DJ and hip-hop culture that preceded the commercial breakthrough of French rap. Mellowman, Sens Unique and Sté Strausz add further examples of the developing domestic scene.With its combination of French productions and internationally recognized rap classics, Various – Radio Rap Volume 1 functions as both a period compilation and a snapshot of the musical landscape surrounding French hip-hop in the mid-1990s. The release is especially interesting for collectors exploring the transition from underground rap culture to mainstream recognition.

01 – Alliance Ethnik – Respect
02 – No Sé & Menelik – Quelle Aventure
03 – Warren G – Regulate
04 – Arrested Development – People Everyday
05 – Mellowman – Gardez l’Écoute
06 – De La Soul – Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)
07 – Kriss Kross – Jump
08 – IAM – Je Dans le Mia
09 – Dee Nasty – À Nos Amis
10 – Sens Unik – Laisse-Toi Aller
11 – Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five – The Message
12 – Sugarhill Gang – Rapper’s Delight
13 – Heavy D & The Boyz – This Is Your Night
14 – House of Pain – Jump Around
15 – Naughty By Nature – Jip Hop Hooray
16 – Eric B. & Rakim – Paid In Full
17 – Public Enemy – Don’t Believe The Hype
18 – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – Boom! Shake The Room
19 – Sté Strausz – Née Gangsta
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Sixième Sens – Citoyens Du Monde (2010) 320kbps

 

Sixième Sens – Citoyens Du Monde is the second studio album by the French hip-hop group Sixième Sens, formed by L.I.K, Keddy Kaine and Kad’Krizz. Coming from the Saumur and Tours area, the group developed independently and built its reputation through regional performances, compilations and underground releases. The album was released on May 31, 2010, through Raid On Music.The project follows Herbes de Province and continues Sixième Sens’s commitment to representing French rap outside the Parisian scene. Their regional identity remains important, but the album expands the group’s perspective toward broader social and multicultural themes. The title itself reflects this wider outlook and the group’s desire to connect different backgrounds through hip-hop.Citoyens Du Monde contains 16 tracks and runs for approximately 66 minutes. The album brings together a substantial lineup of guests, including Médine, Bakar, LIM, Kalash l’Afro, Scylla, Neïman and Monsieur Nov. These collaborations give the record a broader musical scope while maintaining the group’s independent French-rap identity.The album’s production was handled by several producers, including Skread, Prodfather, Kad’Krizz and 3.73 Double Zero. This combination gives the project a varied sound while keeping the emphasis on the MC performances and lyrical content.Lyrically, Sixième Sens continues to explore social realities, personal experiences, identity and life in the suburbs. The record also emphasizes fraternity, cultural diversity and the importance of remaining connected to one’s roots. Contemporary descriptions of the album highlighted its combination of serious themes, musical variety and a strong sense of collective identity.The project also demonstrates how far Sixième Sens had progressed since its earliest independent recordings. After building a reputation through Sans Frontières, On Pense À Vous and Herbes de Province, the group had established links with rappers from across France and was able to bring many of those connections into a more ambitious studio album.Sixième Sens – Citoyens Du Monde remains an important release in the group’s catalog and a representative example of independent French hip-hop from the late 2000s and early 2010s. Its combination of provincial roots, socially conscious writing, numerous collaborations and traditional rap values makes it particularly interesting for listeners exploring French rap beyond the mainstream.

1 Maintenant Ou Jamais
2 Hors Zone
3 Loin D’là
4 Avant Que Tout Explose
5 Citoyens Du Monde
6 N’oublie Pas Ton Passé
7 Animalement Rap
8 On Rentre Dans La Légende
9 Night Story
10 Epoque De Dingue
11 Ghetto Citoyens
12 Dis Moi Pourquoi
13 Faya
14 Les Mains Dans La Poussière
15 X-Performers
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Sixième Sens – Ghetto Citoyens (2009) 320kbps

 

01. 37/49 District
02. La vie qui va avec
03. L’adn ne ment jamais
04. Si et seulement si (feat. Larsen)
05. Pousse les rapports
06. C’est pour les miens
07. On represente
08. La province au rendez vous
09. Au sommet
10. Ecoute ma plaidoirie
11. Ghetto citoyens (feat. LIM, Ziefta & Dawa O Mic)
12. Tu connais l’équipe (feat. Dawa O Mic)
13. Herbes de province (feat. Prince d’arabee, Orelsan, Kalash l’afro, Bouchées doubles, Meven, 20 Syl, Mahooni, Gringe)
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Sixieme Sens – Herbes De Province (2006) Flac + 320kbps

 

Sixieme Sens – Herbes De Province released through Full Moon Records in February 2006, the album contains 14 tracks on the original physical edition. Later digital editions list 13 tracks with a running time of approximately 61 minutes.The album follows the group’s earlier mixtapes Sans Frontières and On Pense À Vous, which helped establish Sixième Sens within the French underground. Their development was closely connected with the regional rap scene around Saumur, Angers and Tours, giving the group an identity distinct from the dominant Parisian movement.Herbes de Province places this regional identity at the center of the project. Sixième Sens uses the album to represent French rap outside the capital, bringing together artists from different provincial scenes. The final two parts of the title track feature a large lineup of non-Parisian rappers, including Bouchées Doubles, Prince d’Arabee, Demi Portion, Axiom, Meven, 45 Niggaz, 20Syl, Orelsan, Kalash l’Afro, Dadoo, Jamal, Eska Crew, Gringe and Carré Rouge.The album combines classic French hip-hop production with direct MC performances and socially aware writing. The group’s three rappers bring different flows and personalities, while the production maintains a strong underground character throughout the project.The lyrical approach moves between introspection, social observation, everyday life and the experience of growing up outside the major urban centers. This combination of personal writing and regional identity became one of the defining characteristics of Sixième Sens.The album’s significance has grown through the later careers of several collaborators. Orelsan and Gringe, for example, would go on to form Casseurs Flowters and become major figures in French rap.Sixième Sens – Herbes de Province remains an important document of French regional hip-hop, capturing the independent rap culture of the mid-2000s and bringing together artists who represented the country’s provincial scenes.

01. Introspection
02. La France Au Rap Cense
03. Cartoon Life
04. S’Entendre Et S’Comprendre
05. Saignez Les!
06. L.I.K. Mother Fucker
07. La Ou Je Vis
08. L’Ouragan
09. Crois Moi Sur Parole
10. Vis Ma Vie
11. Autopsie
12. Dans Notre Monde
13. Herbes De Province (Inedit)
14. Herbes De Province (Suite)
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Sixieme Sens – On Pense A Vous (2004) Flac + 320kbps

 

Sixième Sens – On Pense À Vous is an early project by the French hip-hop group Sixième Sens, formed in 1999 in Saumur, Maine-et-Loire. The group consists of L.I.K, Kedy Kaine and Kizzy, also known as Kad’Krizz, with DJs Eko and Achaiss and other artists contributing to their wider musical circle.The release occupies an important position in the group’s early catalog, following Sans Frontières and preceding their first full studio album Herbes de Province. Sixième Sens developed outside the dominant Parisian rap scene, representing the regional and independent side of French hip-hop. Their work was built around a direct approach to MCing, strong lyrical writing and a commitment to the culture of underground rap.On Pense À Vous contains 19 tracks and runs for approximately 73 minutes. The project combines full-length rap performances with interludes and instrumental-oriented passages, giving it the extended format typical of independent French hip-hop projects from the period.The music is centered on the three MCs and their contrasting personalities. L.I.K, Kedy Kaine and Kizzy bring different flows and lyrical approaches while maintaining the collective identity of Sixième Sens. The presence of DJ Eko and other collaborators further reinforces the group’s connection to traditional hip-hop culture and turntablism.The lyrical direction reflects the group’s interest in social realities, personal experiences, identity and the difficulties faced by young people. Their writing combines observation with introspection, maintaining the serious and uncompromising tone associated with French underground rap.The project is also historically significant because it helped establish Sixième Sens beyond their home region. After releasing it, the group continued performing extensively before releasing Herbes de Province, which expanded their profile through collaborations with artists from different parts of France.Today, Sixième Sens – On Pense À Vous remains an interesting document of regional French hip-hop and the independent rap culture of the early 2000s. Its long-form structure, three-MC lineup and connection to the Saumur scene make it particularly relevant for listeners exploring French rap outside the mainstream Parisian catalog.

01.Intro
02.On Pense A Vous
03.Chacun Son Truc
04.Trop
05.Kadkrizz (Interlude)
06.Origine
07.Eko Lude
08.2 Anonymes
09.Des Larmes D’Enfant
10.Un Tube De Plus
11.Svd (Interlude)
12.Association D’Mc Dangereux
13.Le Miroir
14.Kedy Kaine (Interlude)
15.Les Éléments
16.Une Vision Floue
17.L.I.K (Interlude)
18.Sans Frontières (Remix)
19.Outro

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Sixième Sens – Sans Frontières (2001) 320kbps

 

The project was released through Full Moon Records and is presented as a mixtape rather than a conventional studio album. It contains 19 tracks with a total running time of approximately 70 minutes, giving the release an expansive format typical of independent French hip-hop projects from the early 2000s.Sans Frontières followed the first solo album by L.I.K, J’représente l’art de rue, and marked the transition toward a fully collective Sixième Sens project. The group had emerged from the regional rap scene between Angers and Tours, developing outside the dominant Parisian hip-hop environment.The music is rooted in traditional French underground rap, with the emphasis placed on MC performances, DJ culture and lyrical expression. The three rappers bring different flows and personalities to the project while maintaining a coherent group identity. The production provides a classic hip-hop foundation for their writing and allows the vocals to remain at the center of the record.Thematically, the project moves between personal experiences, social observation, neighborhood life and reflections on identity and relationships. The serious and sometimes introspective tone reflects the approach that would become characteristic of Sixième Sens throughout its subsequent discography.The release also demonstrates the group’s ambition to establish itself beyond its home region. After Sans Frontières, Sixième Sens continued performing extensively and followed the project with On Pense À Vous, before releasing Herbes de Province. Their later work would place an even stronger emphasis on the identity of provincial French rap and collaboration between regional scenes.The original release is documented with 19 tracks, including instrumental and interlude material, and was issued under the Full Moon Records name.

01. Les travaux du six (Intro)
02. L’assaut
03. Rimes à point
04. Sans frontières
05. Les couleurs du quartier
06. Association d’mc dangereux (feat. 45 Niggaz)
07. Hors zone
08. La France au rap censé
09. X-performers
10. Époque de dingue (feat. Don Pako)
11. L’avenir est à nous
12. Animalement rap (feat. Medine, Kalash L’Afro, Bakar, Scylla)
13. On pense a vous
14. Dit moi pourquoi (feat. Mr Nov)
15. Trop
16. Une vision floue
17. Les éléments
18. Kedy Kaine (Solo)
19. Outro
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