FADER 40: Unpublished Pimp C Interview
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Big, Texas-size oil-wells of ink have been spilled over the late great Chad Butler aka Pimp C since his passing last month, and more than a little by us. But in these days of heavy weather a little C can be the thing that keeps your head above water, so in that spirit we present this unpublished interview with the man himself, commissioned for the 40th issue of The FADER and never published because C, like Count Chocula, doesn’t show up in photographs. It contains some rare insight into the musical development of UGK and early TX rap, as well as some choice words for the current state of rap radio, rap magazines and C’s own status as “legend,”—exactly the kind of candor that made him a favorite target of radio call-in beef when he was alive. As we keep a lighter up for the Pimp, it’s only right that we remember him not just for his often-under-rated musical contribution but also for his indomitable, smack-talking spirit.
Audio: Pimp C Tribute on Damage Control Radio
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Matt Sonzala of Houston So Real posted the audio from the December 4th edition of his Damage Control Radio, done in honor of Pimp C. The show features numerous underrated and unreleased Pimp C cuts as well as conversations about the man himself. You can download the show below, or at Matt’s blog where you can also get the tracklist and read his amazing interview with Bun B from yesterday. After the jump, read our never-before-seen story on Pimp C from Issue 40.
Download: Damage Control Pimp C Tribute
Audio: Pimp C
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FADER contributor and UGK historian Andrew Noz has collected much of the music of Pimp C; UGK remixes, demo tracks, Pimp C productions, and a plethora of various musics. We learned the words to Ridin’ Dirty from that clean vinyl 12-inch! Listen to his music and celebrate his legacy here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here and here. You can and should also read Noz’s interview with Pimp C over at his site, Cocaine Blunts.
RIP Pimp C
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We’re really hoping TMZ is full of shit, but more trustworthy sources seem to confirm it’s true. Check back for updates.
Update:
From Pimp C’s publicist:
It is with great regret that I must confirm that Chad Butler aka Pimp C, one half of the legendary UGK, was in fact discovered dead this morning.
Manager Rick Martin is asking that everyone please respect his family and those close to him at this time and refrain from rumors and innuendo.
Update: Pimp C’s manager’s statement regarding his death after the jump.
