This song, for me, will always remind me of the iconic dance scene in Pulp Fiction. John Travolta and Uma Thurman twist and jive together…
Month: August 2019
20/08/2019: “Heamophwiza” by Slaughter Mob featuring KultureBlak
When 2-Step legend and dubstep pioneer El-B gives you recognition for your drum programming, it probably means you have a knack for making impressive beats….
19/08/2019: “Vapors” by Biz Markie
Rappers usually boast about their rags to riches stories, in which the riches are often exaggerated to some degree. Mostly, it’s not done in a…
18/08/2019: “Triplets” by Sticky
Sticky is a garage producer associated with the early Grime scene. The bass on this is definitely grimey enough, and a real ear worm with…
17/08/2019: “Sun Beam” by Goth Trad
Japan is not known for its bass music. But Japanese youth has always produced a lot of subcultures, and there’s a market for 140 bpm…
16/08/2019: “Morning Ride” by Yellowman
Yellowman is one of my favourite dancehall deejays. He has one of the smoothest, most natural flows and a calm, deep voice. He was one…
15/08/2019: “Damn Woman” by The Good Men
Fresh Fruit Records is a pretty legendary house label, and the Dutch duo made up of DJ Zki and Dobre is a legendary outfit too….
14/08/2019: “I’m Going Slightly Mad” by Queen
Freddie Mercury tragically died of AIDS in November 1991. This song was released in March 1991. It is a poignant song that expresses Mercury’s feeling…
13/08/2019: “I Am A Madman” by Lee Scratch Perry
Not many songs showcase Lee “Scratch” Perry’s self-identification as a mad guy like this. His dress sense and interviews are both very unique, to say…
12/08/2019: “Sons Of 3rd Bass” by 3rd Bass
The sheer exuberance of this is infectious. Its off-kilter beat is adorned with horn samples that lend the song a lighthearted air. The beat is…