Termanology
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Daniel Carrillo better known as Termanology is a rapper from Lawrence
, Massachusetts
. He first came to wide attention with the 2006 single "Watch How It Go Down". A solo album, Politics As Usual, was released in 2008. He has made a number of collaborative albums, such as 2010's 1982
, and is known also for his prolific mixtape output.
producer DC the MIDI Alien, Carrillo independently released the album Out the Gate in 2005. The single "This Is Hip Hop" attracted the attention of The Source
, which featured the rapper in its much-coveted "Unsigned Hype" column.
A friendship with the Gang Starr Foundation
member Krumbsnatcha led to a meeting with DJ Premier
, who was a fan of "This Is Hip Hop". Termanology's DJ Premier-produced 2006 single "Watch How It Go Down" generated considerable national and international interest, including an appearance in XXL
' s "Show & Prove" column.
The debut solo album release Politics As Usual
on Nature Sounds
in 2008 gathered together many of hip hop's most revered producers as DJ Premier was joined by names like Pete Rock
, Large Professor
, Easy Mo Bee
, and Buckwild
. It was well-received by critics, though many reviewers noted it lacked the focused aggression throughout that "Watch How It Go Down" had promised.
The rapper's mixtapes have also attracted critical attention. These include Hood Politics Vols. I–VI; his project over J Dilla
beats, If Heaven Was A Mile Away; a collection of fifty of his verses, 50 Bodies; and the compilation of his mixtape cuts, Jackin' for Beats.
ST Da Squad is his collaboration with rappers Ea$y Money, Hectic and Snuk. A selection of his featured appearances with other artists can be found on Da Cameo King. The project Time Machine, released in late 2009, was described by the artist as "somewhere between a mixtape and an album". 1982 was released in October 2010, and is a joint release with producer Statik Selektah
.
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Lawrence is a city in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States on the Merrimack River. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the city had a total population of 76,377. Surrounding communities include Methuen to the north, Andover to the southwest, and North Andover to the southeast. It and Salem are...
, Massachusetts
Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. It is bordered by Rhode Island and Connecticut to the south, New York to the west, and Vermont and New Hampshire to the north; at its east lies the Atlantic Ocean. As of the 2010...
. He first came to wide attention with the 2006 single "Watch How It Go Down". A solo album, Politics As Usual, was released in 2008. He has made a number of collaborative albums, such as 2010's 1982
1982 (album)
1982 is the self-titled debut album of the hip-hop duo 1982 consisting of producer Statik Selektah and rapper Termanology.- Track listing :-Samples:*"The World Renown"**"Is It Him or Me" by Jackie Jackson*"Thugathon 2010"**"Here We Are" by Churchill...
, and is known also for his prolific mixtape output.
Biography
In collaboration with the New HampshireNew Hampshire
New Hampshire is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. The state was named after the southern English county of Hampshire. It is bordered by Massachusetts to the south, Vermont to the west, Maine and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Canadian...
producer DC the MIDI Alien, Carrillo independently released the album Out the Gate in 2005. The single "This Is Hip Hop" attracted the attention of The Source
The Source (magazine)
The Source is a United States-based, monthly full-color magazine covering hip-hop music, politics, and culture, founded in 1988. It is the world's second longest running rap periodical, behind United Kingdom-based publication Hip Hop Connection. The Source was founded as a newsletter in 1988...
, which featured the rapper in its much-coveted "Unsigned Hype" column.
A friendship with the Gang Starr Foundation
Gang Starr Foundation
Gang Starr Foundation is a collective of east coast rappers led by the hip hop group Gang Starr. It was founded by The Vikar and established in 1993.-Current members:*Afu-Ra*Big Shug*Freddie Foxxx*Vic BlackGang Starr...
member Krumbsnatcha led to a meeting with DJ Premier
DJ Premier
Christopher Edward Martin , better known by his stage name DJ Premier , is an American record producer and DJ, and was the instrumental half of the hip hop duo Gang Starr, together with emcee Guru...
, who was a fan of "This Is Hip Hop". Termanology's DJ Premier-produced 2006 single "Watch How It Go Down" generated considerable national and international interest, including an appearance in XXL
XXL (magazine)
XXL is a Hip-Hop magazine, published by Harris Publications.In 1997, XXL was founded by former Source staffers as well as other Harris Publication employees, who wanted to create their own magazine about the hip-hop music and culture using the model developed by the founders of The Source...
The debut solo album release Politics As Usual
Politics As Usual
- Bonus track :- External links :* * Mosi Reeves. "", Spin, October 2008.* Chris Faroaone. "", Boston Phoenix, October 1, 2008.* Michele Centeno. "", URB, October, 2008.* Felicia J. Barclay. "", AllHipHop, October 3, 2008....
on Nature Sounds
Nature Sounds
Nature Sounds is a record label based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in hip hop and reggae music.-Discography:*Ayatollah - Fingertips *Ayatollah - Live From The MPC 60 *Ayatollah - Cocoon...
in 2008 gathered together many of hip hop's most revered producers as DJ Premier was joined by names like Pete Rock
Pete Rock
Peter Phillips , better known by his stage name Pete Rock, is an American record producer, DJ and rapper. He rose to prominence in the early 1990s as one half of the critically acclaimed group Pete Rock & CL Smooth...
, Large Professor
Large Professor
Large Professor , also known as Large Pro and Xtra P, is a New York City-based hip hop record producer and emcee. He is also best known as a founding member of the influential underground hip hop group Main Source, and as a frequent collaborator with Nas...
, Easy Mo Bee
Easy Mo Bee
Osten Harvey, Jr., better known by his stage name Easy Mo Bee, is a hip hop/R&B record producer, known for production work for late 80's artists such as Big Daddy Kane, but most notable for his affiliation with Bad Boy Records in its early years and his heavy production involvement in The Notorious...
, and Buckwild
Buckwild
Buckwild is a Hip hop producer hailing from The Bronx, New York. Originally a DJ, Buck began producing after meeting MC/Producer Lord Finesse. He later joined Finesse's super-crew D.I.T.C., along with Showbiz and A.G., Diamond D, Fat Joe, and the late Big L and brought O.C. with him...
. It was well-received by critics, though many reviewers noted it lacked the focused aggression throughout that "Watch How It Go Down" had promised.
The rapper's mixtapes have also attracted critical attention. These include Hood Politics Vols. I–VI; his project over J Dilla
J Dilla
James Dewitt Yancey , better known by the stage names J Dilla and Jay Dee, was an American record producer who emerged from the mid-1990s underground hip hop scene in Detroit, Michigan...
beats, If Heaven Was A Mile Away; a collection of fifty of his verses, 50 Bodies; and the compilation of his mixtape cuts, Jackin' for Beats.
ST Da Squad is his collaboration with rappers Ea$y Money, Hectic and Snuk. A selection of his featured appearances with other artists can be found on Da Cameo King. The project Time Machine, released in late 2009, was described by the artist as "somewhere between a mixtape and an album". 1982 was released in October 2010, and is a joint release with producer Statik Selektah
Statik Selektah
Patrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
.
Albums
- Out the GateOut the Gate- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2006....
(with DC the Midi Alien) (ST Records, 2005) - Politics As UsualPolitics As Usual- Bonus track :- External links :* * Mosi Reeves. "", Spin, October 2008.* Chris Faroaone. "", Boston Phoenix, October 1, 2008.* Michele Centeno. "", URB, October, 2008.* Felicia J. Barclay. "", AllHipHop, October 3, 2008....
(Nature SoundsNature SoundsNature Sounds is a record label based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in hip hop and reggae music.-Discography:*Ayatollah - Fingertips *Ayatollah - Live From The MPC 60 *Ayatollah - Cocoon...
, 2008) - 19821982 (album)1982 is the self-titled debut album of the hip-hop duo 1982 consisting of producer Statik Selektah and rapper Termanology.- Track listing :-Samples:*"The World Renown"**"Is It Him or Me" by Jackie Jackson*"Thugathon 2010"**"Here We Are" by Churchill...
(with Statik SelektahStatik SelektahPatrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
as 1982) (Showoff Records, 2010) - Fizzyology (with Lil' Fame) (TBA)
- 2012 (with Statik SelektahStatik SelektahPatrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
as 1982) (Showoff Records, 2011)
EPs
- 1982 The EP1982 The EP- External links :* "", “nahright, 2010....
(with Statik SelektahStatik SelektahPatrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
) (2010) - The Evening News EPThe Evening News EP- External links :* "http://hiphopisdream.com/1982-statik-selektah-termanology-the-evening-news-ep-320-kbps/", “hiphopisdream.com, 2010....
(with Statik SelektahStatik SelektahPatrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
) (2010)
Mixtapes
- Hood PoliticsHood Politics- Bonus track :- External links :* "", 4 ALL MY NIGGAZ, February 2008....
(2003) - Hood Politics IIHood Politics II- External links :* "", 4 ALL MY NIGGAZ, February 2008....
(2005) - Hood Politics III: Unsigned HypeHood Politics III: Unsigned Hype- External links :* "", “mp3mixx.com, 2005....
(2005) - Hood Politics IV: Show And ProveHood Politics IV: Show And Prove- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2006....
(2006) - Hood Politics VHood Politics V- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2007....
(2007) - Hood Politics VI: Time MachineHood Politics VI: Time Machine- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2009....
(2009)
- 50 Bodies50 Bodies- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2007....
(2007) - 50 Bodies 250 Bodies 2- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2008....
(2008) - 50 Bodies 350 Bodies 3- External links :* "", “nahright.com, 2010....
(2010)
- Da Cameo KingDa Cameo King- External links :* , May 2008....
(2008) - Cameo King IICameo King II- External links :* "http://www.undergroundhiphop.com/Termanology-Cameo-King-II-Audio-CD/STR0007CD/UGHH.com, June 2011....
(2011)
- Jackin' For Beats (2009)
- If Heaven Was A Mile AwayIf Heaven Was A Mile Away- External links :* "", “UGHH, 2009....
(A Tribute To J DillaJ DillaJames Dewitt Yancey , better known by the stage names J Dilla and Jay Dee, was an American record producer who emerged from the mid-1990s underground hip hop scene in Detroit, Michigan...
) (2009)
- 1982 The Diamond Collection (with Statik SelektahStatik SelektahPatrick Baril better known as Statik Selektah, is an East Coast-based DJ, Producer and CEO of Showoff Records.-Biography:...
) (2010)
External links
- Termanology at Nature SoundsNature SoundsNature Sounds is a record label based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in hip hop and reggae music.-Discography:*Ayatollah - Fingertips *Ayatollah - Live From The MPC 60 *Ayatollah - Cocoon...