This album is a celebration, an overdue ode to a time and space in which the Karma Kids experimented, grew, and strived. The revolving door of Headtrip’s studio and home, 25-88 Steinway, Karmastoria, saw countless artists in its fruitful six years. Duncecap, Samurai Banana, Googie, and Gruff Lion all called this their home, and many others sought refuge, found a bed, or endured Trip’s relentless ramblings and generous imbibing within NYC’s bustling hookah bar district, Little Egypt.
Produced entirely by Headtrip, Steinway offers one last glimpse into this legendary collaborative space with over a dozen features. Trip’s heavy, knocking drums and bold, sometimes impish samples lay an intense groundwork for each vocalist to express their unique persona, all tied together with haunting electric organ and driving bass guitar.
The walls of Steinway were smattered with artwork, the water ran dangerously hot, and the cups overflowed, just as this collage of provocative styles enraptures its listeners while allowing plenty of room for playfulness and levity. Cheers to breaking day one last time, ashtray full, minds swimming with creativity and hearts full with companionship. Remember, the deli’s 24/7 if anyone wants to keep going.
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released November 29, 2023
Written, produced, and mixed by Lt Headtrip
Track 2 co-produced by Chris Prythm
Track 6 produced by Duncecap
Track 7 co-produced by Samurai Banana
Additional Keys on track 11 by Phil Anderson
Electric organ on tracks 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11 and 12 by Headtrip
Electric bass on tracks 7, 8 and 9 by Headtrip
Mastered by C$Burns at COSMIC BLACK, Portland ME
Artwork by Brita Enflo
baker barks intense, well-read anecdotes and narratives over a hellish landscape. i executive produced this record, showcasing some of my gnarliest, heavy hitting beats. Lt Headtrip
this is a collaborative project i spear-headed which spans the NYC hip-hop scene i traversed 2011-2017, featuring production and verses from members of backwoodz studioz, karma kids, smoker's cough + Lt Headtrip
one of my favorite albums i helped create. googie is an excellent emcee with undeniable character. i contribute 5 beats, arranging, engineering and a guest verse to this karma kids classic. Lt Headtrip
Cincinnati rapper Brandon Isaac ups the ante on his excellent new record, combining bars that dig deep with beats that hit hard. Bandcamp New & Notable Mar 20, 2023