THE 1ST KNOWN SUBLIME "DEMO" CASSETTE (The "Zepeda Demo" Tape) Check my website: www.sublimegman.com

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  • Опубліковано 12 січ 2025

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  • @acousticpsychosis
    @acousticpsychosis 11 місяців тому +11

    WHOA! Been in love with this band since '96, ended up with 40 something CDs from them, yet have never heard this one, THANK YOU for posting this!

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  11 місяців тому +2

      @brokenacoustic Awesome man & you are more than welcome, it’s my pleasure. And, can you even believe how insanely good this cassette sounds even though it was recorded in 1988!? Freaking 36 YEARS AGO!! 😳 I’m glad that you were so stoked on this. I try my best to put up some really cool & rare stuff for ya when I can find the time. So, keep your eyes peeled! And, if you ever want (or need) anything from Sublime, I got you, just hit me up. I literally have everything & then some. You would be blown away at some of the rare OGs that I have,… my house is like a damn Time Machine over here. lol 😂
      🫵 Cheers my brother,
      GMan 🤙

    • @acousticpsychosis
      @acousticpsychosis 11 місяців тому +3

      @@sublimegman The sound quality is indeed pretty much perfect, considering it was probably done on an old 4 track recorder, whoever mixed it did a pretty darn good job lol Glad youre around, I'll have to dig through my album collection and see what I'm missing that you might have!

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  11 місяців тому +1

      @@acousticpsychosis Sure Bro. anytime. 🤙 G~

  • @cherrykoolaiddisasters
    @cherrykoolaiddisasters 2 роки тому +19

    0:00 Ebennz Change (Ebin)
    4:13 Romeo
    8:50 Date Rape
    13:09 New Realization
    15:37 The Boring Song (Roots Of Creation)

  • @hitthelikebutton9611
    @hitthelikebutton9611 9 місяців тому +4

    I grew up in Vegas and went to a sublime show at and elks lodge in like 92/93 and bought a copy of 40 oz out of Brads trunk with Lou dog by his side. I had no idea at the time what the true impact of the band would be. Not gonna lie I cried listening to this. Thank you.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  9 місяців тому

      Awww man! 🙌 What a GREAT memory! I love this. It’s like: other people are seeing bands in 80,000 seater arenas & you’re over here seeing SUBLIME at the local Elks Lodge! Brilliant!🫵👏😎 I’m so stoked that this moved you in that way & brought back such a legendary memory. If you ever would like something from the band, just let me know. I pretty much have everything that the guys ever did & I’d be more than happy to get you something that you can have & cherish as a keepsake of those good olde days when it really paid off to be down with the band that they call sublime. 🤙

  • @nicholebohler5445
    @nicholebohler5445 2 роки тому +9

    1988!! (213) nostalgic. Lakewood posse right here!! Lord take me back to the 213 times I miss them so! RIP Brad and my sweet brother Timbo85 🦋

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  Рік тому +1

      Those were amazing times for sure. I was 21 when they were playing the Nugget, Old World, Club 5902 in HB and all that & everyone knew back then that it was only a matter of time before the entire world knew the name Sublime. 🤘
      Rest In Peace Bradley 🙏

  • @stephenriddle2045
    @stephenriddle2045 3 роки тому +17

    This is absolutely amazing to hear this cassette from 1988! Wow! It is unbelievably crisp and clear. What a voice Bradley had! My Lord. And he was a lyrical genius. Far ahead of his time.
    Thank you so much GMan. Please keep them coming. 🙌👏👏

  • @Bephlat-
    @Bephlat- Рік тому +5

    holy shit this sounds good. thanks for uploading this

  • @MrElephantLevitation
    @MrElephantLevitation 3 роки тому +7

    “Awesome! Totally Awesome!!!”- Jeff Spicoli

  • @inactivechannel1111
    @inactivechannel1111 3 роки тому +5

    Oh my goodness! Play this on a good stereo and it's like Brad is IN the room! Thank you for your generosity in sharing this gem! Romeo is one of my favorites of all time and this version is crispy! ♥️♥️👏

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому

      Oh my Love, you are more than welcome. Love you! 💞💕

  • @jeremyomadley2549
    @jeremyomadley2549 4 місяці тому

    this is just what i needed today...absolutely love the raw sound this has...feels so real...lol

  • @stevez4600
    @stevez4600 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, fantastic recordings. Thanks for sharing.

  • @sublimegman
    @sublimegman  3 роки тому +25

    IMO Romeo on this is seriously the absolute best recording of it.

    • @ghigg403
      @ghigg403 3 роки тому +2

      Romeo is the same recording from second hand smoke. so there must have been a couple copies that they used to build that album

    • @ghigg403
      @ghigg403 3 роки тому +1

      Also new realization is the same

    • @stephenriddle2045
      @stephenriddle2045 3 роки тому +5

      @@ghigg403 Yes, but you can tell the difference in something that was compressed and this cassette. This is FAR better. Much more clear. Also, these demo cassettes (said to have been 4 that Brad circulated) were homemade. These recordings were not made together in a studio session. They were all recorded differently then manually added to the demo cassette and not “mixed” “mastered” etc. - When they were released later, they were digitized, mixed, levels where changed, tones, etc. & then mastered. There is a HUGE difference in what you are hearing here & the subsequent official record company releases. More than is necessary to breakdown for you here, but the most obvious is: recording engineer vs. no recording engineer. That Bradley (and the other members of sublime) did these brilliant recordings on their own and they sound like this, is a testament to their genius and shows that even early on, they were destined for greatness. And, I’m not quite sure if your “comment” was negative or trying to tell GMan that this was nothing “new”, but if it was, you can certainly just go listen to those other recordings, don’t leave snarky comments and keep scrolling. Just remember: he doesn’t need to take the time to upload these rarities for you (and me) so just be grateful; like I am, with every new upload that he does. If I took your comment incorrectly, please correct me and I apologize in advance.

    • @michaelgiordano3757
      @michaelgiordano3757 3 роки тому +2

      Yo sublimegman what kind of devices did he use to make this ? I’ll dm you.

    • @supastuff69
      @supastuff69 3 роки тому +1

      remeo is good

  • @littlerob3126
    @littlerob3126 3 роки тому +7

    Bradley sound a little different but awesome to hear his voice in 1988

  • @gayretard1577
    @gayretard1577 3 роки тому +4

    U do wonders for the fans and brads legacy bro good job :)

  • @heirrose1606
    @heirrose1606 11 місяців тому

    Thank you so much Still remember when those model Memorex cassettes came out Thanks for the flashback

  • @markstreeter6147
    @markstreeter6147 3 роки тому +4

    This is magic. Thank you.

  • @RememberThatThing
    @RememberThatThing 2 місяці тому

    That’s really cool! I know you haven’t made a video in 3 years but I hope you find more and upload it!

  • @SmokeyMcPotProductions
    @SmokeyMcPotProductions 3 роки тому +6

    Wow GMan, I don’t know how it took this long for me to find your UA-cam, but holy shit am I glad I randomly came across it... just falling down another UA-cam rabbit hole at 1am when I should be sleeping cause I have work in 5 hours.
    This recording of Romeo is seriously some next level shit. It’s insane how audio from a blank // recordable cassette from 1988 (...dude, from fuckin’ 1988!?!!!!) can sound this good, especially considering it having to be ripped and converted into MP3, usually that’ll really do a number on an audio file if not done properly. You can tell this was done with love.
    What an amazing share bro... thank you so much. Can’t wait to go thru the rest of your channel. I grew up in Lakewood CA in the 90s so needless to say, Sublime was a huge part of my teens. I still have my prized cassette copy of Jah Won’t Pay The Bills I got when I was 14, though it won’t play anymore haha... that bitch was played more times than I can remember.
    Hey, thanks again for keeping Sublime alive with these crazy rare gems that only the super fan can appreciate. Listening to this is bringing back a lot of great memories.
    What a trip.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      Hells yes Smokey! I’m about to upload this entire cassette. And then keep your eyes out for more rare releases. I have tons but I just have to find time to get them up here. I will. Thank you for your patience & understanding. I’ll make it worth the wait. 😁🤙

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      And, I just clicked your comment (because I thought the first part was all you wrote) and now have read your entire comment. WOW. What a generous, loving, and thoughtful writing. It really made my day. Thank you. GMan~

    • @SmokeyMcPotProductions
      @SmokeyMcPotProductions 3 роки тому +1

      Bro - I truly appreciate you taking the time not only to read but to reply as well. Means a lot! And sorry about my long ass comment, yeah I’m known for doing that when discussing or commenting on something I’m passionate about. And when it comes to Sublime, I can yap all day.
      And no rush dude, I still have about half of your content to go thru... I don’t want to run through them... I’m trying to stretch these out as long as possible. Just when I think I’ve heard just about everything, I come across something like your UA-cam channel and it ignites that love for the band all over again. So don’t sweat it, upload when you can! We ain’t going nowhere lol. Who knows, maybe I’ll be uploading something here soon that’s not only new to you, but to the entire Sublime community.
      There I go again. I’ll cut it here cause if I don’t... well, you know. I know you’ve gone thru some shit recently and I cant tell you how stoked I am to hear you’ve beaten it and getting back to your normal life, and that I had the chance to actually speak with you. Really means a lot dude... you’ll never know.
      Fuck! There I go again. Okay I’m out 👊🏽
      You’re awesome.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  Рік тому +1

      @@SmokeyMcPotProductions Holy Shitbro now you got ME all freaking out on what that gem might be!! Do fucking tell!!!

    • @SmokeyMcPotProductions
      @SmokeyMcPotProductions Рік тому

      @@sublimegman haha… it’s been a long time coming, bro… and it’s nothing official or some long lost piece or unreleased material like you have been so gracious with sharing on your channel. However, it IS something that us super fans will really get a kick out of.
      You will definitely be the first person I will ping once it’s up and running. I’d say the project is about 90% done. Life, work, and a demanding partner have to come first of course, but trust me when I say that you’ll love it and that it’s worth the wait to have it as perfect as possible.

  • @matthewstoltzman6461
    @matthewstoltzman6461 2 роки тому +1

    Dude, your the best!..
    I still have the stuff u sent me years ago
    ..the OC weekly 15 yr anniversary issue and the Tabasco stickers!!..peace be with you my brother...
    all sublime all the time...stoltzy!!

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  2 роки тому +1

      Awww thank you Matt. Anytime my brother. Just reach out & I got you. 🤙

    • @matthewstoltzman6461
      @matthewstoltzman6461 2 роки тому

      @@sublimegman dang GMAN,,so cool to be with you..thank you so much..
      A true part of my life and I'm eternally greatfull !!..@ll my best to you, your family and friends! U made my day like everyday brother...that's Bradley n da Gman. Peace

  • @ZDiddy7777
    @ZDiddy7777 2 роки тому +3

    'Roots of Creation' has been my favorite song since I first heard it in the early 90s on a tape my friends older brother had. That song has everything and has never gotten old.... I heard 'Perfect World' around the same time too and have always thought both songs are just flawless

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  2 роки тому +1

      Amen to that and Amen to you for saying that. You KNOW exactly what real sublime was all about. 💪🙌

    • @ryannance9673
      @ryannance9673 Рік тому

      I believe they recorded them together back to back

  • @Step_aside_hombre
    @Step_aside_hombre Рік тому +1

    thank u for sharing this man this rocks!

  • @chuckt8529
    @chuckt8529 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you G man. I will be drinking to this tonight

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому

      Right on my Brother. Anytime. I’ll try and make these rarities more frequent for you. Cheers, G~

  • @jhun9577
    @jhun9577 3 роки тому +2

    What a share!! Thank you brother

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому

      Absolutely my man. Anytime. Much more to come... soon. Stay tuned. Thanks for the nice comment. 😘 GMan

  • @guntherkuhn324
    @guntherkuhn324 2 роки тому

    Thank you man!!! Bradley was a genious!!

  • @dariakhudyak5660
    @dariakhudyak5660 3 роки тому +1

    Now this song is my favorite 😍 Thank you

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      Oh honey.... you’re welcome.

  • @arm5080
    @arm5080 3 роки тому

    Merry Christmas to us thanks for the upload

  • @ViewbobTrue
    @ViewbobTrue 3 роки тому +4

    Oh I remember hearing about this sale, don't tell me you're the one whose hands it landed in!!

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +8

      Indeed, but this was WAY back in like 96-97ish I think. I’ve just had it a lifetime. But it was time to put it up. More to come that you’ll love. I’m finally having time in my life to post shit for you guys. I hope you like. Enjoy, G~

  • @Chip_Whitley
    @Chip_Whitley 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks GMan this is definitely KEY

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  2 роки тому

      Absolutely bro. Anytime. & if you ever want anything sublime as far as their OG merchandise goes, just hit me up. I got you. G~

  • @OrangeYTT
    @OrangeYTT 3 роки тому +5

    Awesome! Thank you tons G Man!
    stay sublime!

  • @rodbryant
    @rodbryant 10 днів тому +1

    Straight vibes 🔥

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  5 днів тому +1

      @@rodbryant So Much So, right? This cassette alone makes Bradley a complete legend. It’s simply flawless.

  • @Chasedandconfused
    @Chasedandconfused 3 роки тому +5

    This is great! What’s up gman! I used to buy sublime shit from you back in the day on the bay

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +3

      Right on Chase! Cool shit, yeah I remember. I'm still doing the do, but I think that I changed my eBay since you were buying stuff. My ebay is now: sublimegman
      Check it out, I always put stuff up, usually a couple things a week. Glad you liked the upload. More to come, stay tuned and hit me up on eBay. Cheers!~

  • @tankisaconquistadorthewayh8791
    @tankisaconquistadorthewayh8791 3 роки тому +2

    During that period late 80s-mid 90s Sublime and Master P were brilliant at hustling. Master P gets his due but Sublime is underrated.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому

      Amen Frankie! Nobody ever gives them credit for their mastery of the hustle. JUST the amount of merch that they created prior to signing with a major label is mind blowing.

  • @patrickmorganelli6585
    @patrickmorganelli6585 3 роки тому

    Awesome upload thanks so much for sharing this!!!!

  • @wtfRyantater
    @wtfRyantater 9 місяців тому +1

    That was great thanks for sharing

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  9 місяців тому +1

      Absolutely 👍 it’s my pleasure. I’m stoked that you loved it. Cheers 🍻 GMan

  • @brookelee5298
    @brookelee5298 3 роки тому +1

    so clean

  • @mateosamora
    @mateosamora 3 роки тому +2

    G Man you’re the fuckin man. This is glorious.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому

      Thank you my brother. It is a pleasure. More to come. Aloha, G~

  • @wtfRyantater
    @wtfRyantater 9 місяців тому

    Crazy this is from 1988 it's a year older than me! It's 35 years old! Almost fuckin 40!

  • @dougyuck
    @dougyuck 2 роки тому +1

    I think I like this version of Ebin more than the 40oz. version

  • @potterpotter8953
    @potterpotter8953 Рік тому

    It's crazy tight for a demo. That's how they rolled, always studio prepared.

  • @hoodsiedwoodsie
    @hoodsiedwoodsie Рік тому

    Damn!!!! Thank you for this 💯💯💯💯💯💯

  • @a.brandao759
    @a.brandao759 10 місяців тому +1

    1:20

  • @a.brandao759
    @a.brandao759 10 місяців тому +1

    5:10

  • @T800-x6s
    @T800-x6s 5 місяців тому

    I think I like this version better than the studio track!

  • @johnmccaffrey8170
    @johnmccaffrey8170 2 роки тому +1

    This is gold !!!

  • @supastuff69
    @supastuff69 3 роки тому +1

    best music of 1988

  • @andremortari9402
    @andremortari9402 3 роки тому +1

    I love this band, smoking weed and hear song, hello from brazil

  • @Ultr4sonido
    @Ultr4sonido 3 роки тому +4

    Gracias por esto 🔥

  • @dylanBPK
    @dylanBPK 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks brother!

  • @inactivechannel1111
    @inactivechannel1111 2 роки тому

    Its so good, I die. Gives me butterflies!

  • @beefsoda1
    @beefsoda1 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome. Thanks 😊

  • @tstar2196
    @tstar2196 3 роки тому +1

    Wow , this really sounds great>

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      Right!? Thanks tstar, I'm stoked that you love it. More to come. Stay tuned. GMan

  • @gwilson420
    @gwilson420 2 роки тому +1

    Hey "G" when you up these are they uncompressed flac files. Just wondering if these are mp3'd or what, this just some too sick stuff, even date rape has a slightly different stylie

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  2 роки тому

      I go straight from cassette but I have to make them into files to upload to UA-cam. I always try to get the biggest size (and least compressed) file to try and retain the OG sound. There’s NOTHING like sublimes original cassettes. I’m telling ya. They are pure perfection. If you can, grab them when (and if) they pop up on eBay.

  • @NorthGaLife
    @NorthGaLife 3 роки тому +1

    Love It!

  • @michaelgiordano3757
    @michaelgiordano3757 3 роки тому +3

    Yoo @sublimegman ! What kind of recording devices did he use for this ?!! It sounds good and I wanna know how to eat that vintage sound. Did he does this up at cal state in the studio or was it something he used some kind of digital recorder or tape recorder or reel to reel at home to make ? I wish I knew. I’ll reach out to whoever else I can ask too. I’m hella curious what he used to make these recordings and loops. Thanks man !

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      Michael, I’m sorry I don’t know. I think they were done in a studio but it wasn’t cal state back then. Sorry bro. 🤷‍♂️

    • @owenandrew8108
      @owenandrew8108 2 роки тому +3

      if you want a vintagey type of cassette sound try to find a tascam portastudio or something. youre limited to 4 tracks only (some 8 track machines were made, i own one, but they're few and far between) so youll have to bounce down your tracks to cram as many as you can in there, but you should get a similar ish sound!
      if you dont want the direct to cassette workflow, you can send the stereo mix of your song through a cassette deck (preferably a cheap one for a more lo fi sound) to get that general character, but recording straight to tape is always gonna sound more authentic

    • @michaelgiordano3757
      @michaelgiordano3757 2 роки тому +1

      @@owenandrew8108 so I actually have a tascsm 424. I just need to repair an rca in or out. There's an rca tip broken off in there. I have a porta one or two as well those machines are super cool. I think i need to use an adaptor to hook up a Mic to that one

  • @jinlinsmoking
    @jinlinsmoking 3 роки тому +1

    Nice 😍

  • @matthewutecht3939
    @matthewutecht3939 2 роки тому

    Who bought it for $705 at auction in 2005? I have a chunk of change if you’re willing to sell it

  • @travisbeasley1231
    @travisbeasley1231 3 роки тому +1

    Nice

  • @elguapo42
    @elguapo42 3 роки тому +4

    Key

    • @stephenriddle2045
      @stephenriddle2045 3 роки тому

      Right? Completely 🙌

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      Nice. Thank you my brother. I’m glad to do it did ya. Enjoy. GMan.

  • @knobtown
    @knobtown Рік тому +1

    Do you own this tape? If so, by chance, can I buy the original from you?

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  Рік тому +1

      Aloha Brittain, this particular cassette is not for sale; which I’m sure that you understand. It’s essentially priceless at this point. I DO have other OG sublime cassettes (when Brad was alive only.) that I would sell you as well as tons of other Original sublime items. Some literally being 1 or 2 of a kind. LMK if you’re interested. Cheers, GMan 🤙

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  Рік тому +2

      Also, Brittain,… That’s exactly the reason that I posted this cassette’s audio here for you. Because, a.) it wasn’t on UA-cam anywhere & b.) I was afraid that if I didn’t, only a very select few were ever going to be able to hear this early sublime masterpiece. Only a handful of these “Demos” were made & most (if not all) are in private hands. Prior to me putting this up here, no one would duplicate it (for the obvious reasons) & so, you would literally have to know one of these guys & go over to their pad for them to play it for you! (we all know how impossible that would be!😳) Brad’s family & a lot of people that have these early sublime rarities weren’t making this kinda stuff available to hear & I thought that [that] was a crime to let this kinda stuff go unheard & possibly lost to time. (I’m sure that you agree after hearing this!😍) This particular cassette is mentioned in the “second-hand smoke” liner notes but was also nowhere to be found (or heard), so I thought: let’s let everyone check out what all the fuss was about back then & why people are STILL talking about this cassette 35 YEARS after it was made! Cheers my brother & enjoy!! GMan 🫵🤙

    • @knobtown
      @knobtown Рік тому +1

      @@sublimegman totally understand, thought I'd ask. I'm interested in what else you have that would be willing to part with. I've always wanted something unique of sublime. I can't figure out how to send direct messages in UA-cam though.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  Рік тому

      @@knobtown just hit my website and click contact GMan. It’s under construction but you get an idea of what all I have there. sublimegman.com

  • @fightingarrow
    @fightingarrow 3 роки тому +2

    💪🏼🤟🏻

  • @OneLoveLBCLBP
    @OneLoveLBCLBP 6 місяців тому

    🙏❤️🔥

  • @angelolenos1355
    @angelolenos1355 2 роки тому

    dont ever talk about your mom like that

  • @chefboomba123
    @chefboomba123 2 роки тому

    2:47

  • @tristan1581
    @tristan1581 11 місяців тому

    Hey Gman! I mailed you a few months ago but you never got back to me! Would you mind reading the email? Hope to hear from you soon!
    ps. mail was send on the 25th of september 2023.

  • @MoshpitAchilles
    @MoshpitAchilles 2 роки тому

    Did they record a song called, "andrenochrome"? Anyone know?

  • @jimmygrasso637
    @jimmygrasso637 3 роки тому

    How much would you sell me this demo for?

  • @Roses_R_redeR
    @Roses_R_redeR Рік тому

    🔥🌹🌹🥀⛽️🎭🌹🌹🔥

  • @djdedeo0
    @djdedeo0 3 роки тому +1

    I'll buy that tape off you. Give me a price.

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +2

      Seriously Bro... It's not for sale. It's one of only 3 or 4 made. You can enjoy it right here. GMan

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      That’s one of the rarest sublime tapes in existence. I can’t Gregie,... BUT I have other insanely rare cassettes; like the Jah Jah cassette that I would sell to you. HMU my brother. G~ 🤙

    • @djdedeo0
      @djdedeo0 3 роки тому +1

      @@sublimegman got to at least try. Keep it safe

    • @sublimegman
      @sublimegman  3 роки тому +1

      I have others that I’d sell ya if you’re interested. Hit my website and let me know 🤙

  • @jus10four20
    @jus10four20 Рік тому +1

    Play this tracklist at my funeral.

  • @a.brandao759
    @a.brandao759 10 місяців тому +1

    6:07