The “My Life” series is a musical project that showcases the best in underground hip hop. The series was created by two Lower East Side, NY natives, the late Chris Manley, who owned the My Life Clothing store on the corner of Houston st and Ave.D, and myself, DJ Silva Sir-Fa, “The Universal Crowd Rocker”. The series’ title pays homage to Chris M.’s iconic store and his love for music.

Chris M. had an excellent ear for music and would handpick vinyl from local record stores such as Fat Beats, A-1, Bates, Rock N’ Soul, among others. He would then drop off bags full of vinyl to my lab, where I would sort and select the songs to be featured on the mixtapes. Our collaboration resulted in eight completed mixtapes and three that were in production but unfortunately came to a halt after Chris M.’s untimely passing.

“My Life pt.1 – The Chronicles” is a testament to the musical taste of Chris M. and his passion for underground hip hop. If you’re an avid listener of hidden gems from the underground hip hop scene of the golden era, then this series is a must-listen. You’ll be treated to a unique blend of sounds that are handpicked by Lower East Sides Finest – DJ Silva Sir-Fa. The “My Life” series is a true masterpiece that continues to inspire and entertain listeners to this day.