Hi-Teknology (25th Anniversary Reissue) [Coke Bottle Clear with Diamond Dust Vinyl 2LP]

Hi-Tek - Hi-Teknology (25th Anniversary Reissue) [Coke Bottle Clear with Diamond Dust Vinyl 2LP]

Cincinnati, Ohio producer Hi-Tek's name evokes images of a futuristic sensibility steeped in binary code and soldering motherboards, but it's the warm, human vibration in his compositions that defines his impact and sonic appeal. Hi-Tek's beat biometrics feature drums that knock like landlords on the first of the month, infused with bass that feels like God moving furniture across the heavens.

Born Tony Louis Cottrell, Hi-Tek sent tremors through hip-hop's underground via productions for Mood ("Hustle On the Side"), followed by standout work on Mos Def (Yasiin Bey) and Talib Kweli's Black Star opus, then breaching the surface on Reflection Eternal's Train of Thought. The undeniable thump of "The Blast" raised anticipation for his solo debut, Hi-Teknology. Defying expectations to release an instrumental album, Hi-Tek used his debut to display the full range of his creative talents.

Slum Village, Cormega, Buckshot, and more round out a guest list that ensures Hi-Teknology resonates with the fighters, femmes, and felons alike, from Chitown to Bucktown. This 25th Anniversary Edition 2xLP is remastered by D-Sane at Digital Age Sound and pressed on Coke Bottle Clear with Diamond Dust vinyl. Housed in a 24pt matte gatefold jacket, the packaging features a fully restored layout by Mr. Krum and a glossy 8x10 vintage photo of Hi-Tek.

Track Listing:
Side A
A1. Scratch Rappin
A2. The Sun God (feat. Common, Vinia Monica)
A3. Get Back Pt. II (feat. Talib Kweli, DCQ)
A4. Breakin' Bread (feat. Donte, Main Flow, Brian Digby, Jr., Crunch)
Side B
B1. All I Need Is You (feat. Cormega, Jonell)
B2. Where I'm From (feat. Jinx Da Juvy)
B3. Tony Guitar Watson
B4. Round & Round (feat. Jonell)
Side C
C1. Get Ta Steppin' (feat. Mos Def, Vinia Mojica)
C2. Theme From Hi-Tek (feat. Talib Kweli)
C3. L.T.A.H. (feat. Slum Village)
Side D
D1. Suddenly (feat. Donte & Main Flow of MOOD)
D2. The Illest It Gets (feat. Buckshot)
D3. Hi-Teknology (feat. Jonell)