Though he's recorded as a solo act for
DJ Vadim's Jazz Fudge label, most of
Part 2's excellent production work has come for
New Flesh, the group he formed in the mid-'90s with Toastie Tailor and
Juice Aleem. Born
Keith Hopewell in York, he got into hip-hop via a successful graffiti career, which saw him move into actual legal venues, where he was displayed alongside artists including notorious part-time writers like
Req and
Goldie. He began producing as well, and formed New Flesh for Old early in the '90s. After recruiting Toastie Tailor and
Juice Aleem, the group recorded a few self-released singles and then LPs for London independent Big Dada.
Part 2's own recordings have appeared on Jazz Fudge (Prelude to Cycle 6) as well as Big Dada (a single with
Juice Aleem). ~ John Bush