A new episode of Secret Stash with hip-hop connoisseur DJ Cagefather.
Digging through his collection of records for rare gems to include into the 10th episode of Secret Stash series on the Ninetofive®
It’s been seven months since the last episode dropped, and in that time, the legendary DJ Cagefather has been deep in his vinyl collection, carefully moving and reorganizing his entire collection into a new home. The process alone took over a month, a testament to his dedication to the craft and the culture. For Cagefather, this isn’t just about spinning records - it’s about preserving the history of hip-hop one rare pressing at a time.
Digging through his crate is like stepping into a hidden archive of sound. Among the standout gems are Krumb Snatcha’s Evil Streets, a mid-90s New York underground classic pressed in limited quantities, and Arsonists’ Underground Vandal, a hardcore gem whose scarcity makes it virtually mythical to most fans. These tracks, alongside promo-only remixes like Pete Rock & CL Smooth’s The Basement (Mimetizm Remix), showcase Cagefather’s ear for material that’s almost impossible to find in today’s streaming culture.
But the mix isn’t just about rare vinyl — it’s a journey across time and coasts. From gritty NY boom-bap to smooth West Coast grooves like Kankick’s Just Methods, Cagefather threads together tracks that span decades, giving listeners both groove and narrative. Every selection tells a story, every cut a testament to hip-hop’s evolution.
The set is more than a mix; it’s an experience of discovery, a chance to hear tracks that have slipped through the cracks of mainstream memory. Cagefather reminds us that true hip-hop isn’t just about the hits - it’s about the crates, the rare cuts, and the DJs who dig deep to keep the culture alive.
Full tracklist for the 10th episode of Secret Stash can be found down below.
