The word “Dubstep” was first used in print in 2002 to describe Horsepower Productions’ new style of 2-step garage. It’s reputed to have been used by DJ Hatcha at the famous Big Apple record shop in Croydon, but either way, there’s no getting away from how important Benny Ill & the rest of the group…
27/11/2018: “Rising Force” by Yngwie Malmsteen
Yngwie Malmsteen is hardly the only guitarist to use incredibly fast shredding techniques to play supersonic solos and racing riffs. But he’s easily one of…
26/11/2018: “(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay” by Otis Redding
This song almost didn’t get made. The tragic reason for this is that Otis Redding was killed in a plane crash less than a month…
25/11/2018: “Ruins” by Portico Quartet
Presumably there are people who could listen to “Ruins” and not enjoy it. Perhaps Jazz snobs who feel it is too watered down. Maybe the…
24/11/2018: “(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party!)” by The Beastie Boys
The Beastie Boys were legends. Their brand of easy going, rebellious humour driven hip-hop was decades ahead of its time, and more than that, they…
23/11/2018: “(Don’t Worry) If There’s A Hell Below, We’re All Going To Go” by Curtis Mayfield
Although America saw riots over race relations a couple of years ago, and have elected a President in large part because of his xenophobic ramblings…
22/11/2018: “Fire” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Jimi Hendrix is one of history’s greatest musicians, there’s no doubt about that. His skill with the guitar, especially his innovative techniques, has cemented his…
21/11/2018: “Come On Home” by Lijadu Sisters
The Lijadu sisters make good times music. It’s sunny, everyone is feeling good, and life is great! The actual sound, close as it is to…
20/11/2018: “Peace” by Ornette Coleman
The Shape Of Jazz To Come is a pretty good name for Ornette Coleman’s 1959 album. Although it’s not nearly as whacky and noisy as some…
19/11/2018: “Burial” by Leviticus
Drum & Bass today exists in a myriad of styles, which range from the aggressive screeches of Jump Up to the chilled out sound of…