{"product_id":"hop03-an-independent-collection-of-rhythms-and-melodies-from-the-north-upper-most-new","title":"hop03 – An Independent Collection of Rhythms and Melodies from the North Upper Most (CD, Compilation, Big Heavy World)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eWhy This CD Matters\u003cbr\u003ehop03 captures the diversity of Vermont's early-2000s underground music community, blending hip-hop, neo-soul, turntablism, and independent groove-based music. The compilation showcases local artists connected through Burlington's creative scene and serves as a snapshot of a unique period in Vermont's independent music culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eCollector Note\u003cbr\u003eEarly-2000s compilation released through Big Heavy World and the HOP series. Featuring artists including Michelle Weeks, Uptown Kid, Orange Factory, G-Dubbs, Shawna Antonine, and others, the release documents a rarely preserved chapter of Vermont's independent hip-hop and soul movement. Regional compilations from this era were typically produced in limited quantities and remain difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eAvailability\u003cbr\u003eSingle copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Details\u003cbr\u003eCD: NM with very clean surfaces and minimal signs of handling\u003cbr\u003eCase: VG+ with light shelf wear\u003cbr\u003eBooklet: VG+ with light handling wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003cbr\u003eFormat: CD, Compilation\u003cbr\u003eLabel: Big Heavy World \/ HOP Records\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eReleased: Early 2000s\u003cbr\u003eGenre: Hip-Hop, R\u0026amp;B, Soul, Groove\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Underground Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Turntablism, Vermont Indie Rap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eMatrix \/ Runout\u003cbr\u003eNot specified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eTracklist\u003cbr\u003eMichelle Weeks – Not A Day Goes By 4:44\u003cbr\u003eUptown Kid Feat. DJ Anton – Dynamic Duo 3:18\u003cbr\u003eStatic – The A-Deez 4:30\u003cbr\u003eLarry – Realize 4:04\u003cbr\u003eTed Juhn – Shivadarshana 4:46\u003cbr\u003eEye Oh You – Connekshun 3:27\u003cbr\u003eOrange Factory – Mostly For Lovers 7:12\u003cbr\u003eKadialotu Sibu – Thinking About You 4:51\u003cbr\u003eJsk – New Chamber 1:00\u003cbr\u003eSwervin Nervin – Poolside 1:33\u003cbr\u003eShawna Antonine – My One And Only Love 2:16\u003cbr\u003eRob Luv – Freestylin' 1:12\u003cbr\u003eGrocery – Shoppin' At The Local Grocery 3:49\u003cbr\u003eG-Dubbs – The Reunion 4:57\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr\u003eCleaned with alcohol swabs.\u003cbr\u003eShipped in protective CD bags.\u003cbr\u003eCracked cases replaced before shipping.\u003cbr\u003ePacked securely for safe delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2531\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAbout Maple City Music\u003cbr\u003eMaple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple City Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310884110513,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/6358\/6225\/files\/unnamed_2849_29_6d3e4fd0-ed02-48f1-a245-d68e67e804c8.webp?v=1781216285","url":"https:\/\/maplecitymusic.com\/products\/hop03-an-independent-collection-of-rhythms-and-melodies-from-the-north-upper-most-new","provider":"Maple City Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}