Hip-Hop · US · Active since 1997

All Natural

Pure, unadulterated Chicago boom bap. Soulful jazz samples and sharp lyricism that feels like a conversation with a wise friend. Perfect for focused city nights.

Browse Catalog
Intro

All Natural, consisting of MC Capital D and DJ Tone B. Nimble, represents a cornerstone of Chicago's independent hip-hop scene.

Formed in 1997, they emerged during a pivotal era when the 'Rawkus' sound was dominating the underground, yet they maintained a distinct Midwestern identity characterized by a more grounded, soulful approach compared to their East Coast peers. D. and the Molemen - but for its multimedia presentation, including a 96-page book of essays and art. This reflected the group's commitment to hip-hop as a holistic intellectual culture. E. Critical consensus highlights their technical proficiency, specifically Tone B. Nimble's traditionalist turntable skills and Capital D's clear, authoritative delivery. They are often cited as essential listening for fans of the 'True School' aesthetic, bridging the gap between the Native Tongues' playfulness and the more rigid underground movements of the late 90s.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 1998 · 2020
DN
Dark Night
2020
E(
Elements (Fire)
2006
V
Vintage
2005
Second Nature
Second Nature
2001
No Additives, No Preservatives
No Additives, No Preservatives
1998
The Sound · Center of GravityWeighted across the artist's discography. Tap a trait for examples.
Adjacent Artists
Black Star
Black Star

Shares conscious hip-hop, boom bap, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

SP
Soul Purpose

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

MC
Main Concept

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

S
Stro

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

Large Professor
Large Professor

Shares boom bap, abstract hip-hop, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

E
Encore

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); confident, contemplative, nostalgic (moods)

Brand Nubian
Brand Nubian

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

Y
Yungun

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); confident, contemplative, nostalgic (moods)

Dany Dan
Dany Dan

Shares boom bap, abstract hip-hop, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

AA
Asheru and Blue Black of The Unspoken Heard

Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample_based, analog_warmth, lo_fi (production style)

Brand Nubian
Brand Nubian

Shares conscious hip-hop, turntables, jazz fusion, abstract hip-hop (signature)

Spax
Spax

Shares conscious hip-hop, turntables, jazz fusion, abstract hip-hop (signature)

Cassette uses generative AI to enrich its catalog. How we use AI →