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Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

Wasup Fellas.... Just checkin back in since I haven't been on this site much in the last year.

For those newer members that aren't familiar with me, I have been a VERY active Cafords member & resident Pic whore since 2007, but I took a step back from forum life in mid 2011. For those of you who know me & wonder where I've been this is my story...

As some of you know, I posted up about losing my good paying job back in October 2011, which at the time that it happened was a pretty detrimental blow to my life because like everyone else I have bills galore... I was also denied unemployment for the 1st 3 months, but appealed the ruling & won after my previous company decided to not show up to the hearing. This was a great victory for me because we all know the job market is SHIT right now...

Well, some of you may know that I have also been an active DJ/Producer since the mid 90's, & have quite a few accomplishments under my belt in that field, but having a good day job kinda made that more of a hobby the last 4-5 years. Well, after losing my job, I was scared & wasn't sure what I was gonna do... But one day I realized that losing my job was actually a blessing in disguise because it made me realize what I should've been focusing on all these years, my music career!!!! U can say it was pretty much a swift kick in the ass telling me to pursue my dreams & goals while I am blessed with the opportunity of getting unemployment. Hopefully I can use this time to develop it into some sort of career... Well see?

These days I am VERY active with my music & I am happier than I've ever been!!! I am working on a solo record featuring all original production by myself with various talented Local Sacramento artists, & artists throughout Norcal on vocals (mostly Hip Hop & R&B). I will hopefully have this out by mid summertime. I also am very active with my DJing career. I currently DJ around 2-3 nights a week at a few different venues in Sacramento, but I am always looking for more gigs so if you ever need a DJ feel free to contact me ( I play any & ALL TYPES of music).

So that is my story just in case anybody has been wondering "What happened to EPIK??" LOL.... I still own my 05 CTS-V, & my 91 LX coupe BTW. The Notch is currently up on jack stands getting the trans rebuilt & my Novi 1000 will be going on shortly. It's just tough with my budget....

Have a god day y'all... [patriot]

[ April 16, 2012, 06:18 PM: Message edited by: *EPIK* ]

Posted by Slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :

I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty. [patriot]

Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :

Right on, get some!

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.

Thanks bro, I appreciate the support. I think you will definitely dig this current record I'm working on... Well, I'm definitely not "ballin" by any means, but I'm getting by for now & I'm happy, so thats what is most important to me. When I was working at my last job, yeah I was making good money & was able to buy things when I wanted them, but I will admit that I HATED my job, & dreaded waking up m-f because of it... Sunday nights were VERY depressing too LOL...

Hopefully I can develop something over this year to where I can make a decent living off this, I would rather not go back to working for someone else, but I will if I have to once that time comes. Hip Hop music is my main thing, but I am looking into DJing more weddings to pay the bills (weddings pay GOOD money)

quote:
Originally posted by v-town coupe:
Right on, get some!

Thanks!!!! [patriot]

[ April 16, 2012, 06:31 PM: Message edited by: *EPIK* ]

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...

Posted by dmostz (Member # 11760) on :

Your version of Yardwork is fantastic!

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by dmostz:
Your version of Yardwork is fantastic!

Thanks... My version is the ONLY version though, unless there is a remix I never heard? It's on Grouch's actual album

Posted by dmostz (Member # 11760) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by dmostz:
Your version of Yardwork is fantastic!
Thanks... My version is the ONLY version though, unless there is a remix I never heard? It's on Grouch's actual album

damn, i must be trippen. prolly thinking of another song lol if i find the remix i "think" i heard i'll post it up.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by dmostz:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by dmostz:
Your version of Yardwork is fantastic!
Thanks... My version is the ONLY version though, unless there is a remix I never heard? It's on Grouch's actual album
damn, i must be trippen. prolly thinking of another song lol if i find the remix i "think" i heard i'll post it up.

LOL... All good bro, thanks again!!!
[patriot]

Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on :

Good to have you back. We have encountered one another on here before. Cool dude in my book. So the music that you posted above is all original and produced by you then ? If it is, that's a cool accomplishment to say the least.

Posted by its50 (Member # 4069) on :

[patriot]

Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :

glad to see u back... [burnout]

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by RONIN:
Good to have you back. We have encountered one another on here before. Cool dude in my book. So the music that you posted above is all original and produced by you then ? If it is, that's a cool accomplishment to say the least.

Thanks bro.. Where did we meet?

Yup, all the music is produced by me & is 100% original besides the fact that I use chopped up & spliced samples from old school records on many of my beats...

Posted by triple b (Member # 8763) on :

ever qorked with ARAB aka Timothy Rhyme he is pushing heavy in sacramento and la

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple b:
ever qorked with ARAB aka Timothy Rhyme he is pushing heavy in sacramento and la

We have never worked on any music together, but I know Arab... Known him for a while actually. Yeah I seen on FB that he was going on a Tour...

[ April 16, 2012, 07:13 PM: Message edited by: *EPIK* ]

Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :

I will second that on sunday nights being depressing. hate those more then mondays!LOL

Posted by triple b (Member # 8763) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...

running drums or disk brakes out back

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by v-town coupe:
I will second that on sunday nights being depressing. hate those more then mondays!LOL

Sundays, after around 7pm....That was most definitely my least favorite time of the week LOL

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple b:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...
running drums or disk brakes out back

Still drums for now... I have Cobra rear rotors & pads already, but need the calipers, lines, & the North race car brackets... Not really a priority though at this time!

Posted by iceman302 (Member # 7180) on :

Dustin... good to see you back, man. Life is funny sometimes. What at first feels like a major setback can actually end up being a really positive thing.

It was good talking with you a bit the other day. Like I said, we'll pull something together.

Wednesday is Mustang night and I'm planning on taking the Boss again. Any chance you might make an appearance?

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by iceman302:
Dustin... good to see you back, man. Life is funny sometimes. What at first feels like a major setback can actually end up being a really positive thing.

It was good talking with you a bit the other day. Like I said, we'll pull something together.

Wednesday is Mustang night and I'm planning on taking the Boss again. Any chance you might make an appearance?

Dave... Thanks man... Good to talk to you too...

I will try to make it out, but I DJ from 9:30-1:30 on Wednesday.

Posted by triple black hatch (Member # 5420) on :

Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.

Posted by triple black hatch (Member # 5420) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.

Kissing ass much?

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.

Thanks

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.
Kissing ass much?

What about his reply is ass kissing? He is a musician himself, & has actually been familiar with my work for a while & we have spoken about music many times here on the board through threads & PM's. [patriot]

[ April 16, 2012, 08:03 PM: Message edited by: *EPIK* ]

Posted by triple black hatch (Member # 5420) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.
Thanks

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.
Kissing ass much?
What about his reply is ass kissing? He is a musician himself, & has actually been familiar with my work for a while & we have spoken about music many times here on the board through threads & PM's.

Just having fun on my side. He was talking smack last time I posted a post about my little nephew's mix.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.
Thanks

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.
Kissing ass much?
What about his reply is ass kissing? He is a musician himself, & has actually been familiar with my work for a while & we have spoken about music many times here on the board through threads & PM's.
Just having fun on my side. He was talking smack last time I posted a post about my little nephew's mix.

LOL... Oh ok, I got it haha!!!

Posted by triple black hatch (Member # 5420) on :

What kind of springs do you have on your fox I like how it sits.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
What kind of springs do you have on your fox I like how it sits.

My Mustang sits on a 1982 Toyota Truck frame with a 6" Rancho lift kit LOL....

Not sure if you were referring to the way it's sitting in the pic, so I went with it LOL?

But in actuality, my car has Maximum Motorsports Bilstein front coil overs, & Eibach sport line rear springs.

Posted by 50DADDY (Member # 3076) on :

What?You guys didnt know?Dustin turned his shit into a donk.Lol.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by 50DADDY:
What?You guys didnt know?Dustin turned his shit into a donk.Lol.

Yup... Those FR500's are going bye bye in favor of some color matched oxford white 24" Asantis LOL...

Posted by Slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.
Thanks

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.
Kissing ass much?
What about his reply is ass kissing? He is a musician himself, & has actually been familiar with my work for a while & we have spoken about music many times here on the board through threads & PM's.
Just having fun on my side. He was talking smack last time I posted a post about my little nephew's mix.

I did? LOL

Sorry if I upset you. I don't remember that. But seriously I liked some of EPIKS stuff even before I knew he was a member on this forum.

EPIK
I'm still getting my fingers dusty, Still trying to learn every damn function on my MPC. I got mine fired up right now chopping up a Tyrone Brunson sample LOL.
Here's the song [Cool]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6ga5597ZLY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Posted by BUKSING (Member # 6594) on :

That's what's up... Keep up the good work!

When you DJ, do you use vinyl, CD's or mp3's and Serato?

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:
Welcome back keep up the good work I have a mixer for sale if you know anyone looking for one.
Thanks

quote:
Originally posted by triple black hatch:

quote:
Originally posted by Slowback67:
I'm very happy for you. I've been a fan of your work for a while now..... Good to see your able to finally support yourself doing something you love. Everything happens for a reason.
Good Luck and keep them fingers dusty.
Kissing ass much?
What about his reply is ass kissing? He is a musician himself, & has actually been familiar with my work for a while & we have spoken about music many times here on the board through threads & PM's.
Just having fun on my side. He was talking smack last time I posted a post about my little nephew's mix.
I did? LOL

Sorry if I upset you. I don't remember that. But seriously I liked some of EPIKS stuff even before I knew he was a member on this forum.

EPIK
I'm still getting my fingers dusty, Still trying to learn every damn function on my MPC. I got mine fired up right now chopping up a Tyrone Brunson sample LOL.
Here's the song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6ga5597ZLY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Glad to hear bro!!! Us MPC users are rare nowadays with all this software based production. That is a DOPE sample too... KILLIT!!!!

Posted by 66_5.0 (Member # 9974) on :

DP

[ April 16, 2012, 10:34 PM: Message edited by: 66_5.0 ]

Posted by 66_5.0 (Member # 9974) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...

Seen it on FB bro I thought you forgot about her. Bring her out on a Sunday, Hector and I be cruising and usually get a drink or two [patriot]

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by BUKSING:
That's what's up... Keep up the good work!

When you DJ, do you use vinyl, CD's or mp3's and Serato?

Thanks... I use Serato & 2 turntables mostly these days, but sinceI will NEVER EVER sell my vinyl, I still do all vinyl sets from time to time on special occasions. Vynil is & will always be king, but with the technology of Serato & still being able to use turntables with it, I gotta run with that...

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by 66_5.0:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...
Seen it on FB bro I thought you forgot about her. Bring her out on a Sunday, Hector and I be cruising and usually get a drink or two

NEVER that... I love this car, if I didn't I would've sold her a LONG time ago in favor of a decent truck (because I could use one for my DJING) The car won't be back together by Sunday unfortunately, but I can always bring out the GM Viagra machine....

Posted by Chavez66 (Member # 9812) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by 66_5.0:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...
Seen it on FB bro I thought you forgot about her. Bring her out on a Sunday, Hector and I be cruising and usually get a drink or two
NEVER that... I love this car, if I didn't I would've sold her a LONG time ago in favor of a decent truck (because I could use one for my DJING) The car won't be back together by Sunday unfortunately, but I can always bring out the GM Viagra machine....

Not this Sunday Dustin, we going to be in SoCal my friend for Knotts. But you should definitely come cruisin one of these days and go get a drink or 2 at Bullwings. Caddy is kool too just turn off those cutouts so I can hear my old skool lol [patriot]

Posted by 66_5.0 (Member # 9974) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by 66_5.0:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:
The current state of my coupe... Tranny pulled to get a rebuild.

Rearend getting resealed....

Haven't really had much chance to drive it over the last year, can't wait to take it for a spin again...
Seen it on FB bro I thought you forgot about her. Bring her out on a Sunday, Hector and I be cruising and usually get a drink or two
NEVER that... I love this car, if I didn't I would've sold her a LONG time ago in favor of a decent truck (because I could use one for my DJING) The car won't be back together by Sunday unfortunately, but I can always bring out the GM Viagra machine....

Any Sunday works bro except for this Sunday, we'll at Knotts!

Posted by 1ST0KGT (Member # 10606) on :

*EPIK* is some old school cafords,when I barely got on this forum he stopped posting, under the thought of being busy and shit like that, good to know you are back and on your feet bro, by the way badass ctsv lol

Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :

What kinda 5-lug kit is that? I'm about to start getting my parts for 5-ug conversion.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

Hector & Ulysses, Im down to meet up & BS soon...

1STOKGT... Thanks man... I stopped posting for a couple reasons. 1 was, after all the love & respect I got on this site for years, I got tons of shit & hatred when I decided to purchase a GM vehicle... Also, I just kinda had to step away from forums for a minute because it got boring LOL...

Neight, I have the basic 5 lug setup. 95 spindles, & Cobra brakes up front. Ranger axles & drums out back.

Posted by Venomousnotch (Member # 8695) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by 50DADDY:
What?You guys didnt know?Dustin turned his shit into a donk.Lol.
Yup... Those FR500's are going bye bye in favor of some color matched oxford white 24" Asantis LOL...

Welcome back bro it's been a while...Can't wait to see your donk lifted notch to come out and play...Here's a quick pick just so you know what it will look like... [Big Grin]

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Venomousnotch:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by 50DADDY:
What?You guys didnt know?Dustin turned his shit into a donk.Lol.
Yup... Those FR500's are going bye bye in favor of some color matched oxford white 24" Asantis LOL...
Welcome back bro it's been a while...Can't wait to see your donk lifted notch to come out and play...Here's a quick pick just so you know what it will look like...

Thanks bro...

Exactly!!!! How could u NOT like that look?? Plus, u can change your oil, swap out a mid pipe, pull your trans, & change your diff fluid, all without jacking the car up LOL..

[ April 16, 2012, 11:14 PM: Message edited by: *EPIK* ]

Posted by Blk93Pony (Member # 10798) on :

Wow i never knew we cafords had such musical talent. I used to always listen to the
At mac dre song and try to figure out how the beat was made lol nice repetoire u have there. I make beats as a hobby but ive never tried to flip a sample, any pointers?

Posted by ZincYellow 281 (Member # 9865) on :

good seeing you at safeway epic, cant wait to see your notch up and running again! We should all cruise again.

-Jr.

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by ZincYellow 281:
good seeing you at safeway epic, cant wait to see your notch up and running again! We should all cruise again.

-Jr.

Good to see you too JR... Your car is lookin & sounding good as usual... Let's cruise out soon!

Posted by SAMACH1 (Member # 7042) on :

Your music is whack... Needs more bitchss and HOESS LOL..

Jk. Glad to hear from ya man... Lol I seen EPIK Mach pop up on my tuner at AED yesterday and thought of you... Also finally put that shifter on two days ago... Glad to see youre doing well, hope to catch up with ya soon

Posted by JUNKYARD5.0 (Member # 10398) on :

Nice! Definitely would want to hear some of your newest work!

Posted by iceman302 (Member # 7180) on :

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by iceman302:
Dustin... good to see you back, man. Life is funny sometimes. What at first feels like a major setback can actually end up being a really positive thing.

It was good talking with you a bit the other day. Like I said, we'll pull something together.

Wednesday is Mustang night and I'm planning on taking the Boss again. Any chance you might make an appearance?
Dave... Thanks man... Good to talk to you too...

I will try to make it out, but I DJ from 9:30-1:30 on Wednesday.

No worries. I'm aiming to be out there somewhat early. Shoot me a call or text if it looks like you'll make it out.

Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :

Glad your happy Dustin not to many can say that especially about their work but it was good seeing you at the tune day with Kurgan and since your getting those Asanties I will gladly take those frs off your hands ... But really can't wait to see that coupe on the road again ,you make that porno red intierior cool and you have to take it to the ext 50Reasons show! maybe you can do a set at our next show in October , and promote that new album

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Glad your happy Dustin not to many can say that especially about their work but it was good seeing you at the tune day with Kurgan and since your getting those Asanties I will gladly take those frs off your hands ... But really can't wait to see that coupe on the road again ,you make that porno red intierior cool and you have to take it to the ext 50Reasons show! maybe you can do a set at our next show in October , and promote that new album

I appreciate that. Good to see you too bro.. Yeah I can't wait to drive the coupe again, it's been TOOOO LONG. It will definitely be at the next BBQ if it's on the road by then. When is it? As far as doing a Set at the show, I'm all for that bro!!!

Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :

quote:
Originally posted by iceman302:

quote:
Originally posted by *EPIK*:

quote:
Originally posted by iceman302:
Dustin... good to see you back, man. Life is funny sometimes. What at first feels like a major setback can actually end up being a really positive thing.

It was good talking with you a bit the other day. Like I said, we'll pull something together.

Wednesday is Mustang night and I'm planning on taking the Boss again. Any chance you might make an appearance?
Dave... Thanks man... Good to talk to you too...

I will try to make it out, but I DJ from 9:30-1:30 on Wednesday.
No worries. I'm aiming to be out there somewhat early. Shoot me a call or text if it looks like you'll make it out.

I will text u if I can make it out...

Posted by fstryde3 (Member # 8436) on :

Glad things are improving for you man.

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