Dibiase (music producer)

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Dibiase
Also known asDibia$e, Mr. Dibiase, Diabolic, Green Llama
Origin Watts, Los Angeles, California, United States
Genres Alternative hip hop
Occupation Producer
Instrument(s) SP-303 and SP-404 Samplers
Keyboards
Years active2007–present
Labels
Website www.mrdibiase.com

Donell McGary (born October 30th 1976) known professionally as Dibiase, is an American alternative hip hop producer from Watts, Los Angeles, California. [1] He is also a member of Project Blowed hip-hop shop.

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Career

Dibiase released his debut album, Machines Hate Me , on Alpha Pup Records in 2010. [2] Pitchfork Media gave it 5.8 out of 10, [3] while Resident Advisor gave it 4 out of 5. [4] Before doing music, he made a living as a graphic artist. [5] Unlike most hip-hop producers who use the Akai MPC and SP-1200, he primarily utilizes the SP-303 and SP-404 installments, for they provide a gritty lo-fi sound. [6] [7]

Discography

Albums

EPs

Singles

Productions

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References

  1. Whatley, Jacqueline (November 1, 2010). "Mr. Dibiase 'Machines Hate Me' (Review)". URB. Archived from the original on August 16, 2011.
  2. Reynaldo, Shawn (September 14, 2010). "Video: Dibiase "Skullcrack"". XLR8R.
  3. Patrin, Nate (September 7, 2010). "Mr. Dibiase: Machines Hate Me – Album Reviews". Pitchfork Media.
  4. Ryce, Andrew (September 27, 2010). "RA Reviews: Dibiase – Machines Hate Me (Album)". Resident Advisor.
  5. "Digital in Berlin:Interview With Mr. Dibiase". September 14, 2010.
  6. Sorcinelli, Gino (January 15, 2016). "Medium/Micro-Chop: Dibia$e Discusses 303s, 404s, MPCs, and Tape Hiss".
  7. "Heavy in the Streets: 303s and 404s: Mr. Dibia$e Pt. 2". July 11, 2013.