GNG BNG

tags: choppy hip hop + electronic // “Dilla Time”-influenced delays, patterns and rhythms

LIYL: J Dilla, Flying Lotus, Madlib, Mndsgn, Daddy Kev

An organic, textural journey through the intersection of hip hop and electronic music, GNG BNG, dubbed after Flying Lotus’s track on his prodigious record “Los Angeles,” is an homage to the timeless influence of J Dilla. This playlist channels the spirit of LA’s legendary Low End Theory concert series (2006-2018) — a pivotal hub for groundbreaking artists who blurred the lines between the hip hop and electronic genres.
At the heart of GNG BNG is the swing of “Dilla Time” — the loose, almost drunk-like syncopated rhythm pioneered by J Dilla, where the beats don’t quite sit “on the grid” but still manage to lock into a hypnotic groove. In GNG BNG, you’ll encounter this grainy, dusty, off-kilter yet deeply cohesive feel, with polyrhythmic complexities and microtiming that bring the music to life in a way that feels both grounded and ephemeral.
This playlist will hit the sweet spot if you’re a fan of the sounds that define artists like Flying Lotus and Madlib: glitchy beats and choppy samples meeting soul-infused electronic textures, citing the influence of jazz, funk, rap, and beyond. Expect a combination of broken beats, spaced-out soundscapes, and that undeniable Dilla Swing that will keep you locked into the pocket. GNG BNG is for those who appreciate the art of groove, the magic of imperfect timing, and the evolution of experimental bass music.