DJ Fresh Presents… Smigg Dirtee - The Tonite Show With Smigg Dirtee (Compact Disc)

An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	1	Smigg Dirtee	The Tonite Show!	01:20
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	2	Smigg Dirtee, Young Dave	Regular Day	03:22
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	3	Smigg Dirtee, Tower, Ya Boy	A Gust Of Wind	03:40
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	4	Smigg Dirtee	Come 2 Me	03:19
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	5	Smigg Dirtee, Tower	I Left The City	03:45
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	6	Smigg Dirtee	We Live!	02:51
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	7	Smigg Dirtee, Mistah F.A.B.	Control	03:29
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	8	Smigg Dirtee, CG	Nuthin 2 Me	03:39
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	9	Smigg Dirtee	Cool Shit	03:11
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	10	Smigg Dirtee, Jade Foxx, Stik Gilatine	To The Top	03:24
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	11	Smigg Dirtee, Kaze, Nump	You Heard About	04:09
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	12	Smigg Dirtee	Shout Outs	03:56
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	13	Smigg Dirtee	Bonus Track	02:49
An HTTP error occurred during file retrieval. Error Code: 403	14	Smigg Dirtee, Mistah F.A.B.	Bonus Track	04:37

Album info

Released in 2006, “The Tonite Show With Smigg Dirtee,” a collaboration between DJ Fresh (Marqus Brown) and Smigg Dirtee (Silas Pollard), stands as a significant installment in the “The Tonite Show” series. Featuring an amalgamation of Gangsta and Hyphy rap, the album distills the essence of West Coast Hip Hop into 14 tracks, offering an authentic experience that transcends regional boundaries.

The 1:20 minute opener, “The Tonite Show!,” serves as a prelude to an album that explores the complexities of everyday life and aspirations. In “Regular Day,” featuring Young Dave, the duo tackles the monotony and hustle of the daily grind. “A Gust of Wind,” featuring Tower and Ya Boy, adds layers to the narrative by infusing an air of unpredictability, embodying the volatile landscape of urban living.

DJ Fresh’s producing skills are on full display throughout the album. Known for his work with numerous West Coast artists and as the brother of DJ Dummy and former DJ for Common Sense, DJ Fresh provides an aural foundation that allows Smigg Dirtee’s lyrics to shine. With Smigg hailing from San Diego, the synergy between the two artists creates a unique vibe, reflected in tracks like “We Live!” and “Cool Shit,” which capture the energy and audacity of the West Coast rap scene.

One of the standout tracks, “Control,” featuring Mistah F.A.B., exhibits the duo’s ability to craft infectious hooks while delivering meaningful messages. Smigg Dirtee’s versatile style seamlessly intertwines with the unique beat-making prowess of DJ Fresh, evident in tracks like “Nuthin 2 Me” and “To The Top,” which features Jade Foxx and Stik Gilatine.

Bonus tracks on the album add to its richness, offering fans a more expansive listening experience. The second bonus track features a second collaboration with Mistah F.A.B., solidifying the album’s standing as a West Coast classic.

Overall, “The Tonite Show With Smigg Dirtee” exemplifies the collaboration of two significant figures in the West Coast rap scene. It is a musical journey that taps into the collective consciousness of a culture, driven by DJ Fresh’s beats and Smigg Dirtee’s lyrical profundity.