Cool Marvel sample. The way you processed it sounds a bit "metallic" for lack of better word. I'd add some static/white noise to make the vibe more organic.
That's a good point. Sometimes when I remix, if I'm not feeling the original drums, I'm very tempted to go a different route (different pattern, swing, or velocity), but a mismatch is a real danger.
I left the acapella as is. The beat is 96 bpm, as is the original track. The original has totally different drums, and they don't play a significant part in the composition.
Congrats on the W @Earsblower .
Besides Ears, my favs were @2GooD Productions @K-waz @Anton6 @Da Archangels and @SwayeeBoogie (in no particular order).