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Mouthwatering Records present MCD's brand new full-length album "Binary Code". Featuring Roots Manuva, Tubby T, The Ragga Twins, MC Det and many more. MCD is an outstanding rapper. His rhyme skills have inspired a whole heap of artists. Yet MCD's talent doesn't end at spitting rhymes: he is also a prolific producer, covering a large chunk of urban ground, from Hip Hop to R&B, to Grime and Garage. Working out of his London Studios, MCD produced all the tracks on "Binary Code" - a futuristic album with a strong dance-floor emphasis, smoothly combining straight party bangers with grimy street vibes. Every track near bursts with energy and talent from a host of guest artists, ranging from the well known Roots Manuva to the astonishing newcomer S.K., who was a mere 15 years when recording his rhymes for MCD. Binary Code balances nicely between party and conscious reflection, while presenting some seriously fresh musical and lyrical styles. MCD's music works from a bass-heavy foundation, with more than a hint of Caribbean influence filtering through the electronic beats and sounds. MCD plays and programs all his music, rather than using sampling techniques traditionally used in Hip Hop. D's productions often move towards more technoid Grime tunes, yet slower beats and Reggae bass-lines retain an earthier vibe, defining MCD's own kind of street-sound. A sound which is essentially Hip Hop with a strong electronic touch, reminiscent of the more cutting edge American producers like The Neptunes or Timbaland. Judging from a picture, MCD may seem like the MC with nothing but Hip Hop on his mind. But MCD won't be constrained by the straightjacket of a specific genre. With Binary Code, he is giving us a fresh take on the Hip Hop Long-player, not veering off in every direction, but firmly shaping the various influences into his signature production. Tired of the traditionally sombre UK Hip Hop, MCD packs some straight party tunes on this album, touching on a bit of R&B here and there, - a genre for which MCD has a strong affinity. Collaborations with The Ragga Twins and Tubby T bring a Reggae/Ragga vibe to Binary Code, underlining the album's international appeal. MCD's rhyme skills are mind boggling, this is particularly evident on the tracks "Magnetic Solar" and "Break Bread" where MCD is the sole rapper. If you're a fan of fast rappin', also check out the collaboration with the legendary MC Det - famous from his days on the Drum 'n' Bass circuit - doing some of his best double-time spitting we've heard in years. Featuring: Tubby T, Roots Manuva, Michelle Gayle, MC Det, The Ragga Twins, Million Dan, Nadine Charles, Skeme, Rhymes, Robin, Shaka Spear the River, MC Intenz, Pluto, Baby Lauryn, Emaculate, Neeko, Baby Chan, S.K, Shaka Spear the River, Steelo, Keisha G