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If such variations occur, they will still use Blah Records but add information to the release notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlah Records has created an environment where talented artists can thrive and express themselves freely. With their unique blend of music, they have united individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds like few things can achieve. As one of the UK's most respected independent record labels, Blah Records continues to push boundaries and deliver exceptional music that resonates with audiences worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cultgangrapsht-vol-1","title":"CULTGANGRAPSH!T - VOL. 1","description":"\u003cp\u003ePreceding their infamous takeover of London's Legendary Fabric venue in November 2022, Rap super group Cult Of The Damned released a surprise album exclusively via the Blah Records website entitled 'CULTGANGRAPSH!T VOL1' entirely produced by the incredible Drae Da Skimask. 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Conceived during a state-wide alcohol ban in Mexico, the album is Baxter’s first to be composed in complete sobriety — though his hallucinatory style of storytelling and cast of monstrous characters make a welcome return. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLyrics on \u003ci\u003eFetch the Poison\u003c\/i\u003e meld Baxter’s Latin American experience with visions of a grisly alternate dimension: sun, sea and glittering vistas are sullied by hollow-eyed addicts, shady bar tenders and duplicitous lovers. Amongst deft bars, the rapper includes a number of spoken word pieces that echo the prose in his now sold out book Off-Piste. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe album also features Blah Records' Nah Eeto \u0026amp; Black Josh, as well as DJ Sammy B-Side and Jehst, alongside Brazil’s NOG, Black Alien and Xamã. 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