What Had Happened Was Company Flow part 2: Funcrusher Plus
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Apr 7, 2021 El-P breaks down Company Flow's Funcrusher Plus LP including the origins of his unique approach to production, the changes between the EP version and the final release, and the disagreements leading to the group's dissolution. They also discuss the influence of conspiracy theories on society, creating personal and emotional stories in music, and the reasons behind the breakup and reconciliation of the group.
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Holy Mountain Sample Inspires Intro
- El-P sampled a scene from the movie Holy Mountain to create the intro "Population Control."
- The original was longer, but was trimmed down to fit the album's aesthetic and flow.
Conspiracy Theories Framed Reality
- The early 90s underground hip hop scene was deeply engaged with conspiracy theories like population control.
- These theories provided a framework to understand societal issues beyond mainstream narratives.
Last Good Sleep: Personal Healing Song
- El-P wrote "Last Good Sleep" after years of struggling to express a personal family trauma.
- The song brought him closure and deeply moved listeners who connected with its honesty.