Tuesday, November 18, 2025

New Vinyl Releases (G-Dep, Trends of Culture, Shorty Long)

 


G-Dep - Head Over Wheels (1996-1998)
One of the finest MCs of his generation, G.Dep's debut single 'Head Over Wheels' is a stone-cold classic of the independent era. This new compilation gathers G.Dep's early work including 'Head Over Wheels' alongside 8 other rare and obscure cuts recorded between 1996 and 1998, all restored and remastered for your listening pleasure. This essential release comes in a picture cover in an edition of 300 black copies and 200 color (sky blue) copies.

Trends Of Culture - The Trend Files (1992-1998)
The underrated NY trio of Nastee, Grapevine and M.O.L. return with a compilation of rare and unreleased tracks spanning from their 1992 demo tape through to their final vinyl single in 1998. Including guest appearances from Lord Finesse, Channel Live, Pudgee and more. This essential 2LP release comes in a picture cover in an edition of 300 black copies - grab one before they are gone!

Trends of Culture - When Trend Men Come
A much-requested reissue of 'When Trend Men Come', the sophomore album from Trends of Culture. Originally due for release in 1995, this lost classic has aged like fine wine and includes guest appearances from Method Man and Treach. Featuring the original 11 track album PLUS 3 bonus demo tracks from the same era (the demos are pretty rough but have been restored as best as possible). The 2LP release comes on black vinyl in a full picture cover, limited to 300 copies.

Mike Smooth Presents Shorty Long - South Boogie
Shout out to Hip Hop Enterprise who we recently worked with on this vinyl compilation showcasing the work of the underrated South Bronx MC Shorty Long, best known for his 1994 single 'Shorty'z Doin His Own Thang'. This release features 18 tracks highlighting Shorty's unique lyricism and top-notch rugged production from his DITC collaborators Showbiz, Buckwild, Lord Finesse, Mike Smooth and Ahmed. Get a copy direct from: HHE

4 new CDs (G-Dep, Trends of Culture, Nick Wiz, Main One)


 

G.Dep - Head Over Wheels (1996-1998)
One of the finest MCs of his generation, G.Dep's debut single 'Head Over Wheels' is a stone-cold classic of the independent era. This new compilation gathers G.Dep's early work including 'Head Over Wheels' alongside 8 other rare and obscure cuts recorded between 1996 and 1998, all restored and remastered for your listening pleasure. Limited to 400 copies on CD! A vinyl version will drop later this year.

Trends of Culture - The Trend Files (1992-1998)
The underrated trio of Nastee, Grapevine and M.O.L. return with a compilation of 16 rare and unreleased tracks spanning from their 1992 demo tape through to their final vinyl single in 1998. Including guest appearances from Lord Finesse, Channel Live, Pudgee and more, limited to 400 copies! A vinyl version will drop later this year.

Nick Wiz - Cellar Extras: Part 3 (1992-2000)
20 more recently unearthed gems from Nick Wiz's archives featuring Darc Mind, Pudgee, Shabaam Sahdeeq, Emskee and many more. All on CD for the first time, limited to 400 copies!

Nick Wiz Presents Main One - Forgotten Child (1995-1999) 2xCD
Fresh from the success of the recent vinyl release, we are back with an expanded 2CD version jam-packed with rare and unreleased 90s material from Main One. Disc 1 is entirely produced by Nick Wiz. Disc 2 is mostly produced by Main One's long-term producer Tic. Everything appears here on CD for the first time, limited to 400 copies! Guests include OC, Smoothe Da Hustler, Ran Reed, Chino XL and more! 

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

The New GRR Website

For all things GRR, you can now also check out the recently launched GRR Website: https://www.gentlemansreliefrecords.com/

Besides a full catalogue of our previous releases, the site also includes all the mixes I have released over the years, collaborations, and more! Thanks for your support as always. 

Main One - Forgotten Child 1995-1999 (Vinyl 2LP)

 


Despite releasing a well received debut album ('Birth of the Ghetto Child') in 1995, Bronx native Main One never released a follow-up... until now. 'Forgotten Child' is an incredible collection of demos, rare tracks and remixes recorded between 1995 and 1999, mostly produced by Nick Wiz and Main One's long-term producer Tic, and includes guest appearances from O.C., Chino XL, Smoothe Da Hustler and Trigger Tha Gambler. This essential release comes in a picture cover in an edition of 300 black copies and 200 color (orange vinyl) copies. A CD version will also be dropping soon! 

Young Zee - Musical Meltdown (Vinyl 2LP Reissue)

 


A long overdue vinyl re-issue of Young Zee's classic debut album 'Musical Meltdown'. Originally scheduled for release in 1996, the album features Young Zee's trademark unique flow over top-notch production from Ski, Q-Tip and KRS-One, accompanied by guest appearances from Busta Rhymes, KRS-One and the entire Outsidaz crew (Pace Won, Rah Diggah, etc.) This essential release comes (for the first time) in a picture cover in an edition of 200 black copies and 200 color (green vinyl) copies. Released in association with Dope Folks Records. 

Cop it now from the usual retailers!

 

Sunday, July 13, 2025

RIP John Kuester AKA Kid Millions

 

I was incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of John Kuester AKA Kid Millions. One of the co-owners of Dope Folks Records, I worked with him on many projects over the years. John was always kind, generous, supportive and, above all, mad cool. He and Dope Folks provided me with a lot of inspiration about how to run a label. I will miss him a lot.

Rest In Peace John! 

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Nick Wiz - Cellar Selections vol. 11 - Vinyl 2LP

 

Nearly seven years since the last Cellar Selections installment, we are back with 20 more sure-shot productions from Nick Wiz on wax, including 6 previously unreleased tracks! Featuring Rakim, Shabaam Sahdeeq, Ran Reed, Shadowz In Da Dark and many more. This essential release comes in a picture cover in an edition of 500 black copies and 200 color (clear amber/gold) copies. 

Ships at the end of May. Pre-order now to avoid disappointment!
HHV: https://www.hhv.de/en/records/catalog/filter/gentleman-s-relief-hhv-records-D2L34417N2
Vinylism: https://www.vinylism.de/vinyl.html
Vinyl-Digital: https://www.vinyl-digital.com/index.php?cl=search&searchparam=Gentleman%27s%20Relief%2C%20No%20Sleep&addSearchParam%5B%5D=LABEL
Hip-Hop Enterprise: https://www.hiphopenterprise.com/
Both releases will also be available from:
Disk Union
Spot Records

Nick Wiz - Cellar Selections vol. 2 - Vinyl 2LP Reissue

 

Following the success of the recent reissue of Volume 1, we are back with a fresh pressing of Volume 2! Featuring 20 top-shelf Nick Wiz productions including artists such as Cella Dwellas, Ran Reed, Rakim, Shadowz In Da Dark and many more. This reissue comes in a new picture cover in an edition of 500 black copies and 200 color (clear blue) copies. 

Ships end of May. Pre-order now to avoid disappointment!
HHV: https://www.hhv.de/en/records/catalog/filter/gentleman-s-relief-hhv-records-D2L34417N2
Vinylism: https://www.vinylism.de/vinyl.html
Vinyl-Digital: https://www.vinyl-digital.com/index.php?cl=search&searchparam=Gentleman%27s%20Relief%2C%20No%20Sleep&addSearchParam%5B%5D=LABEL
Hip-Hop Enterprise: https://www.hiphopenterprise.com/
Both releases will also be available from:
Disk Union
Spot Records