Tha Swami - Tha Swami Scratch (12'') 1984

Label : On The Spot

The song Tha Swami was the first release on the "On The Spot" label in 1984. It was recorded in a garage with a 4-Track tape recorder. K-Rock G from Brother Supreme did the Rap.

Juan Gibson (Born August 11, 1965) also known as Tha Swami, Mr. Trom and Master Blaster. He's representing Los Angeles/Australia made a name for himself with mixed tapes in the early 80' s. Soon he formed a group called the Funk Army with DJ Antron and created the 12inch records "Tha Swami" (1984) and "Rappin Man" (1985) both released on William Walkers "On The Spot" label. DJ Juan G came in 2nd place at the Radiotron's Dj battle contest only beaten by his good friend Antron. Juan loaned Arabian Prince his 808 for Bobby Jimmy's Big Butt 12'' and did studio work in Compton and Los Angeles before relocating to Australia for 6 years where he did live shows at his own club with W.C., Ice Cube, and Wycleff Jean.

"The Swami call from back in the days I use to wear cap "do rag". One of my homboys said I look like a Swami. So I name my first Record Tha Swami. " (according to Westcoastpioneers.com)

Tracklist :

  A1 The Swami Scratch
  A2 Scratch Ragious
  B1 To Be # 1
  B2 To Be # 1 Rap (featuring M.C. K-Rock G.)

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