Diggin’ In The Crates: “The Hiatus” by Diamond D
While not nearly as old as some of the other classics I have posted up, this was released in 1997. This single has Diamond D rapping and producing on the single. This song is off of his album: Hatred, Passions and Infidelity. The title refers to Diamond Ds disappearance from the rap scene (saying low-key but still producing) after the release of his album: Stuns, Blunts and HIp Hop.
This song I had never heard up until a week ago, personally I love Diamond D’s rhyme style and his production is top notch. While the album Isn’t nearly as good as this single sets it up to be, it’s still enjoyable. Additionally, I like the videos stylized look — a style I’ve seen used in other rap videos around this period as well. Look out for some of the rapper cameos in the video as well; including one by Ras Kass. In a more comical context, I felt this was suitable in context of LostMoniker.com’s hiatus from posting.
Posted by LostMoniker on December 12th, 2008 :: Filed under Diggin' In The Crates: Classic Videos
Tags :: 1997, Diamond D, Hatred Passions and Infidelity, Stunts Blunts and Hip Hop, The Hiatus
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January 19th, 2009
awesome.
you’re right about the style of the filming. seems like every vid from that era was black/white with the dude travelling through the city while the camera was just fixed on his face.
also, considering your posting habits, “the hiatus” was an appropriate choice. =]
February 15th, 2009
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