Veteran hip-hop producer Diamond D has helped out with several of rap music’s most acclaimed LPs, including A Tribe Called Quest’s The Low End Theory and the Fugees’ The Score.

In 1992, he recorded his first solo album, the underground classic Stunts, Blunts & Hip-Hop (which was released as by Diamond & the Psychotic Neurotics). Although it never sold very many copies, it increased his status, and he worked with Illegal, House of Pain, KRS-One, and the Pharcyde during the mid-’90s. A host of top-flight rappers returned the favor for his sophomore album, Hatred, Passion & Infidelity, including Busta Rhymes, Phife Dawg (A Tribe Called Quest), and Pete Rock. – John Bush.

Recently Diamond has returned to his first love DJing. His Breakbeats 45′s only tour see’s Diamond going back to the early days of the 70s block party jams. When B-Boys danced to the sounds of classic Breakbeats being cut up on the ones and two’s. Authentic 45′s, none of this breakbeat mash up music that a lot of DJ’s are playing today. If you are running a B-Boy event and are looking for that special DJ that takes things back to the original way don’t hesitate to contact or Book Diamond D. Respect the art form. Keep all the elements alive in the purest form.

For further information, booking contact : ditc735@aol.com
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2012 Legendary DJ and Producer Jazzy Jay visited the UK staying here with us for a month.  A break away from New York City. Jay chilled out in the city of Birmingham. For a long time Ive been working with Jay . He has fully supported the King of the Beats movement.

After many talks, and unforeseen situation arising Jay offered to really get on board with the project. The producer who produced producer, the first of that pioneering generation two own his own recording studio is a fully on board.

I heard this, this morning via DJ Too Tuff. This mix is from 1986. Reminds me why i used to be glued to radio listening to pirate radio shows, we craved to hear something new.

Although this is from 1986, this is the first time I heard it. Check out MC Mechanism, this guy is sick. Reminds me of LL – Mikey D. Great rhymes voice and delivery. Next month Along side 4orce and Andy Higgs we are heading out to see Too Tuff. Its been long long overdue. I firmly believe hes one of the most un-talked about Programmers from the Golden Era. Looking forward to meeting him and shooting some footage.

Filmed at the Midlands BPM Show. Akai’s Andy Mac presentation, giving a insight and overview of the all new MPC Renaissance.

For all those thinking of buying the MPC here is probably the best video on the net right now. Big thanks to Akai for getting me involved in the products development.

KOTB was invited to be involved with a very special project. We was chosen to join the UK Akai team to work on prototype of the MPC Renaisance.

We sat in on meetings and studio sessions with the new product that I can say in its infancy was highly disclosed. It was never shown in public. Everyone who saw it had to sign a release.

My self I was lucky. I think I was the only person never to sign one. for 1 week we was locked in a Dairy Studios over in Brixton as producers were invited to test it and give their opinion.

Anyhow. I filmed all the sessions for the American team. Having some time on my hands I freely put this video together which fell into the hands of the head of Akai. This was used as their first promo video for the project.

Maurizio the NextOne’s Age of Aquarious returns for the second edition of THE CONCRETE JUNGLE. A weekend celebration of Hip Hop Culture by one of the cultures most celebrated artists.

B-Boys, B-Girls, DJ’s, Graffiti Writers and Beat makers from all over the world attend this even that is UN-sponsored and unfunded. Last year i attended the event held in Torino. This time of the year be prepared it is hot over there. For those thinking about heading over check out Ryanair for cheap flights from Stanstead.  Here is a great piece of film made by former King of the Beats Champion Igi

Held at the Vibe Bar, Brick Lane, London. Chemo, Iron Braydz, Myke Forte and Solomon Caine take on the challenge of the original KING OF THE BEATS. ‘Who Gonna Take The Crate?.

Hosted by Sparkii Ski and Tha 4orce, with DJ’s Key Figures and Legendary Demon Boyz DJ and Producer, DJ Devastate.
Again we saw some amazing top quality Talent come through.

Keeping the real and true art alive. this ain’t a prod

In 2009 whilst in NYC DJ Johnny Juice from the group Public Enemy alongside Long Island Pioneer DJ Bigg Higgs planned for me to shoot something very special.

For the first time in 17 years members of the group Leaders of the New School. Minus Busta Rhymes. Dinco D, Charlie Brown and Cutmonitor Milo sat down together and discussed their humble beginnings and music in general.

This is a must see for any LONS, Tribe Called Quest fan. This film first appeared on the original blog a few years ago. The significance of this film was that it acted as a turning point for all of us infact. It helped rebuild friendship, dialog which led to the clip below. Although I could not join the group for the moment below. I’m glad someone filmed it

Get down to the Vibe Bar, Brick Lane, London. August 28th 2010.

Who’s Gonna Take the Crate? Featuring contestants Cocktail Mixer, Lewis Ekspress, Red Eye Rob and Danny Spice.

Also your chance to get your hands on the first release on king of the beats Records. Featuring music from kotb winners Jay Kng & Mack one and D’lux beats. Only 300 copies.

Music on the night provided by DJ Devastate, Deejay Random. Key Figures, Hosted by Sparkii Ski and THA 4ORCE.

The best hip hop night in London.

From the founder of beat battles, the original king of the beats, comes the fifth installment of the kotb series.

D’lux Beats, Mike Bandoni (funshone), Scratch Professer, Dappa Dusty Fingaz and Prone (sinstars) take on the challenge to see who is king of the beats.

Hosted by legendary Producer Sparkii Ski (london Posse, Mc Mello) with special Guest DJ’s Deejay Random (Steel Devils) and legendary DJ Devestate (Demon Boyz) alongside Cutmaster Swift. KOTB Live is proving to be one of the best nights out in London for great music but good hip hop culture !

Peep kingofthebeats.com for future events. If you want to get involved, by either taking up the challenge or putting on a kotb show. Please get in touch from the site above.