Following on from the London launch event, graciously hosted at Brixton’s Chip Shop, Tha 4Orce continued his run of album launch events in Nottingham at Fac 1968, an independent record store located in the heart of the city.

The event was organised by Imantis, who had also played at the London gathering and is a resident DJ at Fac 1968 alongside one of Nottingham’s finest DJ Fever.

Starting at 1pm and closing at 5 all of us managed to be there in good time.  4orce has a plan to set up events across the country to launch , celebrate and introduce this very special release.  Mind the Gap V2 ( double Vinyl) on BBE Records. 

My role is to support and join him on this journey, capturing the event as well as playing music prior to the main eventers. 

I really enjoy exploring music and sounds and for a good many years while playing at Hockley I have been in a position that I am playing music that I truly love and enjoy.  Records that I discovered on my journey digging for samples to create the hip hop music I go onto produce.  

Playing these records through the eyes, hands and ears of one that practices hip hop culture.  I have found this works perfect in the record store setting.  As a student of the great Jazzy Jay we understand that Hip Hop is the Bastard child of all that comes from before.  It is through experience, a good sense of sound and some guts that I play the records I play. 

This worked well with those passing through the shop who were intrigued by something that did not match what they perceived was going to happen. 

I was followed by Both Mantis and Fever who together are playing on 4 decks together.  Fever I have know for a long time, going back into the later 90s.  I was introduced to him by Casz from M.S.I & Asylum who came down with me for the event.  

Just as I mentioned before in posts sometimes being around someone can bring out the best in you, even pushing you be more.  Bunny & E Double D.  Fever is such a high standard DJ that he is bringing out the best in Mantis.  If they continue this I believe we a have a pair that could be much more, with big thing to come. 

The event closed with a performance by Force with Mantis on the decks, also making a guest appearance was Madflow from Birmingham ( Check out his recent interview on the Kila Kela Podcast).  It was great to see how people engaged and 4orce in and amongst his rhymes acknowledges what is around him.  People really enjoyed and records were sold. 

We would like to thank everyone that took part and supported the day. A huge thank you to everyone who attended, performed, supported, and helped make the day such a success. Special thanks to Rich, Kevin, Cristina, Madlow & Casz for all making the time to be there for the whole event.

pictures Pritt & Cristina Kalsi

Due to the large interest in our upcoming event at Brixtons Chip Shop, we are asking all those that intend on joining us to please RSVP us here so that we can gage numbers. We want everyone to have a good time and enjoy the event.

Not so long ago, Tha 4orce officially launched his Mind the Gap: Special Edition 25 Years album at the iconic Brixton’s Chip Shop in London.

The free daytime event gave fans the opportunity to meet the man himself, pick up a copy of the brand-new double LP, and celebrate a project brought to life solely through the collaboration between Tha 4orce and BBE Music.

Running from 1pm until 7pm, the event delivered an intimate and authentic experience for supporters of UK Hip Hop.

The timing wasn’t without its challenges. The launch took place on the same weekend as Roots Picnic, drawing many music fans elsewhere. Despite that, a dedicated crowd still made the journey to Brixton’s Chip Shop, with visitors travelling from across the UK and even as far as Canada passed through to check out the event and experience the unique atmosphere of the venue before heading off to see the Roots.

Providing the soundtrack throughout the day was a great lineup of DJs. I had the pleasure of opening proceedings, followed by Imantus. Tha 4orce then took to the decks himself, showcasing tracks from the new album before handing over to one of the UK’s most respected Hip Hop DJs, the internationally renowned DJ Pogo of the En4cers, who brought the event to a fitting close.

A huge thank you goes out to everyone who came through, supported the launch, and spent the day with us. Events like this only happen because of the passion and dedication of the community.

Tha 4orce continues to stand as one of the finest representatives of UK Hip Hop. An accomplished producer, performer, and ambassador for the culture, he has consistently delivered music of the highest calibre throughout his career.

Mind the Gap: Special Edition 25 Years is available now and can be ordered here.

The celebrations don’t stop there. We’ll be following up with another free event in Nottingham on Sunday 20th September at FAC1968, running from 1pm to 5pm. Joining me on deck duties will be Nottingham heavyweights DJ Fever N Mantis. If you’re in the area, come down, show your support, and enjoy an afternoon of quality Hip Hop music and good vibes.

 NOVEMBER 28TH, 2026 — SAVE THE DATE! 

Make November 28th, 2026 a date for the diary!

Together with King of the Beats and Chip Shop Brixton, we’re proud to present a very special one-off event celebrating the release of the limited-edition special pressing of the Mikey D & L.A. Posse — Paul C Sessions.

For this very special occasion, Legendary Queens, New York MC Mikey D will be making his way to London!

 MIKEY D — LIVE MEET & GREET

Mikey D will be at The Chip Shop, London, where you’ll have the chance to meet the man himself, grab a copy of the limited-edition album, get your record signed and take pictures with one of Hip Hop’s true legends.

 The album is selling out fast, and we’ll be bringing the remaining stock with us on the day. If you want a copy, make sure you get there early!

But that’s not all…

We’re incredibly excited to announce that joining Mikey D on this special trip will be KOOL KIM from the legendary group The UMC’s, responsible for the classic “One to Grow On” from Fruits of Nature.

Two legendary MCs. One very special day.

 DJs on the day:

DeeJay Randon — Steel Devils & longtime King of the Beats crew
Tha 4orce
Casz
Pritt Kalsi

 Saturday, November 28th, 2026
 1PM — 7PM
 The Chip Shop, London

Expect classic Hip Hop, legendary stories, records, signatures, photographs and a whole lot of history under one roof.

HIP HOP ROYALTY WILL BE IN THE BUILDING. 

MIKEY D. KOOL KIM. KING OF THE BEATS.

NOVEMBER 28TH — LONDON.

DON’T MISS THIS ONE.

We’re incredibly proud to announce the release of a very special project with Mikey D — The Paul C Sessions: Mikey D & The L.A. Posse.

This is a project we’ve put a lot of love and care into, and we’re honoured to bring it to you. Available to pre-order now, with shipping planned for late October / early November.

And that’s not all… Mikey D will be here in the UK for a special Meet & Greet at Brixton’s Chip Shop on November 23rd!

It’s your chance to meet the man himself, purchase copies of the project, or bring your own copy along to be signed.

Pre-order now and get ready for something special.

Pre – Order your copies here.

Check out Mikey D’s Interview on Rapindustry.com.

Most people who follow me or this blog will know that I made the documentary about the legendary hip hop producer Paul C McKasty.

Paul C helped shape the sound of hip hop during its golden era. Hailing from Queens, his influence and DNA live on through the artists he mentored, inspired and worked alongside. Names such as Large Professor, Ced Gee, TR Love, Moe Love, Organized Konfusion, Super Lover C & Casanova Rud, and Stezo all crossed paths with Paul. His contributions were instrumental in creating some of the most important and defining records in hip hop history.

While I was in New York filming one of my projects, I arranged an interview with Mikey D—the legendary Queens MC and park jam icon. Mikey played a major role in what I consider one of the defining moments in hip hop: The Battle for World Supremacy at the New Music Seminar, where he defeated old-school pioneer Melle Mel. It was more than just a battle—it symbolised the changing of the guard and the arrival of the new school era. It was an incredibly exciting time for the culture.

That interview turned into something much bigger. We connected instantly, and over the years our friendship grew into a genuine brotherhood. Eventually, Mikey came to the UK to headline my King of the Beats UK Tour, performing the classic Main Source material. We had an incredible time, and I later went on to produce several tracks for him, which were released through Mikey’s own platforms.

As I began building my record label, I always knew I wanted to release music with Mikey. The first project was a collection of rare park jam recordings. They’re incredible—capturing one of the greatest MCs of the golden era at the height of his powers, a perfect snapshot of hip hop culture in its purest form.

The second project was even more special: Mikey’s 1982 demo, featuring Johnny Quest and Rahzel, recorded and produced by Professor KB. Unfortunately, at the time I simply wasn’t in a position to give either project the release they deserved.

Fast forward to July 2026. Mikey got in touch to let me know that he and his partner were planning a trip to the UK. He was looking for live shows, but anyone involved in music here knows it’s a difficult time for promoters and artists alike.

Around the same time, I noticed Mikey posting about reissuing the Mikey D & L.A. Posse album—an important release produced by Paul C. Even more exciting, the project included two previously unreleased tracks recorded during the original sessions, featuring none other than Rahzel, the Godfather of Noise.

I told Mikey I could organise some meet-and-greet events around the release and suggested he bring copies of the record. That’s when he told me there were no plans to press it on vinyl.

There are still plenty of Paul C fans around the world who appreciate his legacy, and I believed a properly produced vinyl edition would not only honour that legacy but also find its audience. I offered to handle the project. The artwork needed redesigning and bringing up to the standard I expect, but I knew it was worth doing properly.

Today, we’ve officially signed off on the artwork, and the project is now heading off for vinyl production.

This will be a limited edition release, available directly from the artists themselves.

Even better, Mikey D will be in the UK this November, where fans will have the opportunity to buy signed copies and meet him in person.

Saturday 28 November
Brixton’s Chip Shop

More details will be announced soon.

It’s quite surreal when I think back. Many years ago I set out to track down Mikey D from the second chapter of Main Source, simply because I wanted to tell part of hip hop’s story. I never imagined that journey would lead to a lifelong friendship—or that years later we’d be working together to bring this important piece of hip hop history back to vinyl.

Sometimes things come full circle.

Join Tha 4Orce for a very special event. He has worked really hard to deliver his first double vinyl release.

One of the the most talented artists out of the UK presents his 5th self funded album. It has been 4 years of releasing one project after another. If you would like to meet the man himself and support his work. Pass through Chip Shop who have always supported our releases for an afternoon of good music and good vibes.

Expect some special guests DJ’s to be announced soon. The event starts 1pm to 7pm. its free entry. Brixtons Chip Shop.

An outstanding project delivered by @tha_4orce.  Double vinyl.  Pure quality.  My role was to redeliver the original artwork and redesign it to fit the gapefold format. 

This really is an artist to support.  His 5th self funded independent vinyl release.  Get your copy from the man hinself.

It is interesting how so often he is left out of the conversation when it comes to the topic of who is doing it.  Who is flying the flag when it comes to making grass roots authentic hip hop. 

A producer m.c and dj who has made sure are the elements are represented through his music.

Imagine the only uk artist to be featured in the bbe series featuring J. Dilla, Marley Marl, Pete Rock and Jazzy Jeff to name a few.  This record holds its own. 

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The Absolute Hip Hop Event is back—touching down at London’s BBE Store on Wednesday 15th April, and it’s set to be something special.

Step into an evening hosted by the one and only DJ Tha 4Orce, with a heavyweight guest stepping in—DJ Devastate of the legendary Demon Boyz and production outfit The Twilight Firm. Expect serious pedigree behind the decks and nothing but authentic energy all night long.

This is a free event running from 6PM to 11PM, just a two-minute walk from London Fields station (quick route from Liverpool Street for those travelling in).

More than just a night out, this is a celebration of Hip Hop in its purest form. From the sounds that laid the foundation to the tracks that shaped generations of DJs and producers, you’ll hear the full spectrum of the culture. It’s all about the music, the history, and the community.

We’re building something bigger here—a space for people who truly love and respect Hip Hop to connect, vibe, and keep the culture alive.

We’re also looking to expand. Birmingham,—if you’ve got a venue that can host the movement, get in touch.