Family Tapes is an independent recording project based in Brooklyn, NYC, USA. Created by NYC producer Sun Cut Flat in 2020, the project has highlighted an eclectic mix of contributing artists. The name comes from the nostalgic feeling of opening a box of long-lost VHS cassettes, conjuring static filled memories of loved ones, family, and friends. Since its formation, Family Tapes has explored the diverse sonic spaces of bedroom indiepop, 60's soul, and most recently 90's inspired golden-era boom bap/ conscious rap. Known for their public stance against alcohol and drugs, toxic masculinity, and the use of profanity in their music, Family Tapes is aligned with a growing movement bringing Hip Hop back to it's roots in community in 2026. Artists featured prominently throughout this musical journey have included Atlanta's stephenxjones, NYC's Katherine Ocampo of Lulada Club (band leader of NYC's first all-female salsa band), Florida based soul-singer Christiana Ramirez, NYC artists Mistah Levy, Uncle Willy Son, and Deli The Indelible, German musician Phillip Dornbusch, and Bridgeport CT producer East End Zulu. Following up the cherished three-vol. series Hip Hop Sovereignty, Family Tapes released the 15-track album Nico in early 2026. The album is anchored by the surprising success of "Groundskeeper To The Shrine", an ode to the golden era of hip hop teeming with fresh creativity throughout. Accompanied by a VHS music video shot in Brooklyn, Groundskeeper To The Shrine features production by Sun Cut Flat with vocals from Mistah Levy and Derek Cedar (Sun Cut Flat's lyrical alter-ego). In 2026, the project hit the stage for the first time with three shows in Brooklyn, NYC.

UPDATE July 17th, 2026:

The new Family Tapes album is now exclusively on Bandcamp, consisting of 13 tracks produced by Sun Cut Flat. At just over 53 minutes, the album features special guests throughout, including frequent Madlib collaborator and Lootpack member Declaime, NYC's legendary independent emcee Homeboy Sandman, Atlanta's stephenxjones, and NYC underground veteran Redda Black. Digital download includes VHS video for "The Criteria (Keep Rockin'), full lyrics, back cover album art, and two HQ photos. Collector's edition vinyls and CD's are on the way and will be available soon. Peace and love!!!

"IBS (Incendiary Blanket Statement)"

An album by Derek Cedar of Family Tapes, with special guests throughout. All tracks produced by Sun Cut Flat in Brooklyn, NYC @ Posted Productions.

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