(L to R: Dt and Yamin)
They’ve seen Atlanta hip-hop come and go, diminish and grow. As Yamin and DT prepare their fans for a destined rebirth, they are getting Atlanta ready too cause it’s time. “Since Outkast, people have been waiting for somebody to takeover from Atlanta from a grassroots aspect. It’s been a minute but as far as the underground scene, things are looking up,” Yamin begins.
The duo has known each other for a decade. Yamin is DJ Amdex once the turntables are in front of him and DT is top chef in the kitchen, with a couple spinning skills as well. Individually they make things happen and together nothing less can be expected from artists and fans alike. They’ve been compared to Farsyde, Outkast, and other native tongue reps. The music they make is very reminiscent of that era. “We’ve got a good foundation. No one is carrying the torch and we on that dirty south soul type shit,” DT expressed.
CD gains supporters instantly with their easing yet skillful flow. It just so happens being at the right place in the right hour gave these best friends a chance to make a relationship with Perfect Attendance promoter Fadia Kader. “Peace to Fadia and SMKA for opening doors to artists like us and letting us perform,” Yamin shows respect. They have such an appreciative attitude for those showing love to them in a time when Atlanta music is being propelled to the top and the its’ surface is not what’s real.
“From the top layer, what everybody sees from Atlanta is bullshit. There is nobody in particular but I don’t like 80% of the stuff coming out from Atlanta,” DT jumps in. They respect what these cats are doing but they know what they have to offer is what the game’s been missing. Believing in it is not good enough; they need to buy into it as well. “We love everybody and everybody rapping in Atlanta is family, but you can’t diss shit in one hand and purchase it in the other.”
The twosome expects more from a city that is all about supporting the region and the home team. However, growing in a place that is meant to shape you musically and not place you musically can be hindering. CD is fighting their way to the top and they have the VJC family backing them up.
“Vinyl Junkies Click is our entourage. It could be up to twenty people at a time!” DT says jokingly. “Okay seriously, it’s our core group of people. It started out as a DJ thing. Now we’re surrounding ourselves with people that want what we want and believe in us. Everybody can’t be the artist,” he becomes serious.
Their history with Rawkus Records tells the story of everyone trying to get on and out at once, but they’ve since moved forward with VJC and Domination. And For Their Next Trick, well that’s their new album. It has several unreleased originals and remixes from recent work and their 2007 album Abbracadamn that are sure to grip those just hearing and hold those over who’ve been waiting.
Increasing anticipation, the Fuck A Mixtape release will drop later this month with a performance at Masquerade on March 26th. Clan Destined is real simple. Just expect the good music you’re used to from these guys and a classic set. “We’re seasoned, but we’re not in our prime,” DT ends. Get ready.
Clan Destined:
www.myspace.com/clandvjc
Clan Destined - We Make Waves, We Don't Ride 'Em
(L to R: Dt and Yamin)
They’ve seen Atlanta hip-hop come and go, diminish and grow. As Yamin and DT prepare their fans for a destined rebirth, they are getting Atlanta ready too cause it’s time. “Since Outkast, people have been waiting for somebody to takeover from Atlanta from a grassroots aspect. It’s been a minute but as far as the underground scene, things are looking up,” Yamin begins.
The duo has known each other for a decade. Yamin is DJ Amdex once the turntables are in front of him and DT is top chef in the kitchen, with a couple spinning skills as well. Individually they make things happen and together nothing less can be expected from artists and fans alike. They’ve been compared to Farsyde, Outkast, and other native tongue reps. The music they make is very reminiscent of that era. “We’ve got a good foundation. No one is carrying the torch and we on that dirty south soul type shit,” DT expressed.
CD gains supporters instantly with their easing yet skillful flow. It just so happens being at the right place in the right hour gave these best friends a chance to make a relationship with Perfect Attendance promoter Fadia Kader. “Peace to Fadia and SMKA for opening doors to artists like us and letting us perform,” Yamin shows respect. They have such an appreciative attitude for those showing love to them in a time when Atlanta music is being propelled to the top and the its’ surface is not what’s real.
“From the top layer, what everybody sees from Atlanta is bullshit. There is nobody in particular but I don’t like 80% of the stuff coming out from Atlanta,” DT jumps in. They respect what these cats are doing but they know what they have to offer is what the game’s been missing. Believing in it is not good enough; they need to buy into it as well. “We love everybody and everybody rapping in Atlanta is family, but you can’t diss shit in one hand and purchase it in the other.”
The twosome expects more from a city that is all about supporting the region and the home team. However, growing in a place that is meant to shape you musically and not place you musically can be hindering. CD is fighting their way to the top and they have the VJC family backing them up.
“Vinyl Junkies Click is our entourage. It could be up to twenty people at a time!” DT says jokingly. “Okay seriously, it’s our core group of people. It started out as a DJ thing. Now we’re surrounding ourselves with people that want what we want and believe in us. Everybody can’t be the artist,” he becomes serious.
Their history with Rawkus Records tells the story of everyone trying to get on and out at once, but they’ve since moved forward with VJC and Domination. And For Their Next Trick, well that’s their new album. It has several unreleased originals and remixes from recent work and their 2007 album Abbracadamn that are sure to grip those just hearing and hold those over who’ve been waiting.
Increasing anticipation, the Fuck A Mixtape release will drop later this month with a performance at Masquerade on March 26th. Clan Destined is real simple. Just expect the good music you’re used to from these guys and a classic set. “We’re seasoned, but we’re not in our prime,” DT ends. Get ready.
Clan Destined:
www.myspace.com/clandvjc
