Straying away from its regular program the Funktasty Crew present this special mix from some of the top artists in the Spanish Breaks scene at the moment. Kl2 + Flashback + Yo Speed + Destilux + Dj Norbak drop some bass driven bombs in this special 1 and a half hour mix.

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In what will quite possibly be the last in what has been an epic seires, Featurecast presents to us ‘Thrift Shop Bangers Vol 6′. We’ve alreday been treat to a large number of tracks from his personnel collection and he’s signing off the series on a massive high by giving us another 4 huge Ghetto Funk fuelled bangers for free. It’s quite simply music you cannot live without and if you doesn’t get you excited, you need to check your pulse!

Click here to get to Soundcloud, then download each track via Zippyshare.

In case you missed any of the previous ‘Thrift Shop Bangers’ tunes, check them all here :

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Well ain’t this a funky chunk of D n B! It comes from Young NRG Productions bossman, Stex, and comes in the form of a remix of Betty Everett’s ‘Too Hot To Hold’. This one kicks hard and it’s high energy is sure to have bouncing around with a megawatt smile planted firmly across your face!

Download ‘2hot2hold’ here via The Artist Union.

#HotHouse&Techno Roundup to warm you up on this cold evening, we’ve got…..

Chris Sammarco-Feel It

Dem’ drumz’ yo!!!! The awesome Chris Sammarco wants you to ‘Feel It’ when locking into the bleepy grooves and tons od drums on his great new track on Total Freedom

808 State-In Yer Face (Bicep Remix)

The 1990 classic gets a Tech House bass-lift from Bicep!! So good, we won;t waste time blabbing, hit play!!!

Antonio Mazzitelli-Deep Down 16

Pure Deep House with ethereal synths and chugging percussion, this one’s a real builder!!!

Carl St Pierre & Mike Jones- Body Sweatin’ EP

2 producers that are going to own 2017 with 2 tracks of superlative pumpin’ warehouse/acid/tech house. Think of any top label right now, Elrow, Criminal Hype, and of course this very label here EightOeight. Think heaving nightclubs going nuts to the sound of the underground and this is the soundtrack!!

Pinto (NYC)- That Sound

Pinto gives us a mouth-watering taste of ‘That Sound’ on Simma Red. Lots of deep rumbles, cut up vox and stabs with the NYC feel all the way through. Wait til’ you hear the drop midway, lushness!!!

Dwson- Sool EP

The sound of dreaming with mellow acid squelches and wonderous trippy synths set to laidback 4×4 kicks. That’s Dwson’s new EP on Just Move, treat your ears to it!!

GAWP- Vanilla Gorilla

Part of the latest Main Course compilation, GAWP ‘Vanilla Gorilla’ twists and jacks with quirky sounds and beats for mind and your feet!!!

Endaf- Hold Me Close

Endaf joins the Future Follower fold with the futuristic soul of ‘Hold Me Close’ featuring a host of great remixes including this superb House refix by Ant!Hero

M.A.X Lloyd Ft Yasmin- Get Up

How catchy is this? Instant rewind material from M.A.X Lloyd with vocals by Yasmin that take us back to the glory days of 88/89′. Out now on D Vine Sounds. House music doesn’t get more pure and pristine than this!!!

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Our Country Club Disco Catch Up for November 2016 features three must-have new EPs by Dave Fogg/Bumpy Fool, John Randle, and Morpei plus a 20 track free SoundCloud from Golf Clap…

Dave Fogg & Bumpy Fool-Give Yourself

Punctuated by Detroit techno/90’s rave riffage and pleasurable thumping beats. You’ll wanna ‘give yourself’ to this top release which also includes a classy Coeus remix

John Randle-No One Like You

No one does lush jackin’ house grooves like John Randle!!! And when your wingmen are Soledrifter & Adam Hyjeck then you undoubtedly have some fiyah in yo’ hands!!!

Golf Clap- 20 (yes, 20!!!) Free Downloads

Country Club Disco bossmen Golf Clap have a spankin’ 20 tracks up for free download!!! All top quality tunage including some previous label material

Morpei- Got Me 

Morpei bring their distinctive sound to Country Club Disco. It always makes you sit up and pay attention and this is helped even more by top remixes by none other than Glen Coombs and Cleary

Country Club Disco Catch Up Nov 2016

I have to say thanks to our very own, Fifties, for introducing me to, Grove. As you may well already know, she’s had him in for the guestmix on her Juicebox Radio show a couple of times now and he delivered big time and that’s exactly what he’s doing here with his 2 new tracks ‘Higher Phase’ and ‘Colony’ that are out now on the always amazing, Kiosek Records.

‘Higher Phase’ features the distinctive vocal of, Manda, who adds a rocky edge to the intense and deep Breakbeat roller. ‘Colony’ is another slice of Breakbeat heaven that’ll have you disappear deep within it because of it’s hypnotic and groovy vibe. I’m sure you’ll agree that these are 2 highly impressive tracks that you just can’t get enough of!

Buy both tracks here from Beatport.

Links for Grove :

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Black Sun Empire, State Of Mind & Virus Syndicate prove that lethal concoctions can be good for you!!!

Title track ‘Caterpillar’ raises the tension levels to red hot with ‘Stranger Things’ style chords, half-step beats and militant bars from Virus Syndicate. That tension is duly unleashed with wall punching basslines and rattling beats for the mid section.

‘Elusive’ brings the walls down with positively rude synths and jaw breaking beats!!! It’s mo’ fiyah as per the standard!!!

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Blackout Music

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Black Sun Empire & State Of Mind- Caterpillar Ft Virus Syndicate

In Beat We Trust Music have had a busy month. releasing no less than 4 free tracks that features some seriously heavy Breaks n Bass action. The music that’s being dished out for nowt comes from, Breaking News, Miss Mants, A.S Beat & MC Kyla and Macho and with names like that on the bill, you’re guaranteed to be put in the mood to go out and blow off some steam on the dance floor. No hanging about, go make em yours and enjoy your stomp!

Download the Breaking News remix here via Hypeddit.

Download ‘Pump It Up’ here via Hypeddit.

Download ‘Hands Up’ here via Hypeddit.

Download ‘Bring The Bass’ here via Hypeddit.

Links for In Beat We Trust Music :

Soundcloud / Facebook / Website / Beatport / Twitter

Future Shock presents a fresh portion of his masterful sound design from the forthcoming Album, ‘LUMINARY’ on Physmatics. ‘Telepathy’ aims to send a message direct to your mind via complex neural melodies, dark orchestral stabs and weighty kicks and snares.

‘White Russian’ sets it’s cross hair firmly on the dance floor, before unleashing the motherload of low-end bass, diva vocals and call to action beats. As the lyric says, White Russian ‘makes you feel alright’

Another technological advance in 170BPM warfare from Future Shock & Physmatics!!!
Physmatics 38th release drops Worldwide November 28th 2016

Future Shock- Telepathy/White Russian [Physmatics]

We catch up with Physmatics and chat about music, life, influences… oh yes and a massive new forthcoming album!! Read on…

Hey John, so the big question is, why get back into production after such a hiatus? Why now?

Well without sounding too bold & egotistical, (that’s just not me). I founded Physmatics in early 2011 after giving up on production. I was at a stage in my life where the technology seemed to be evolving faster than I could keep up with, especially having young children. With that, I bowed out & began the label. Killer is my Debut LP as an artist; almost a decade in the making & the platform is my own.

How did you get into music production? What were the initial steps?

I graduated from The Scottish School of Popular Music & Technology in 1999. During that time I promoted events in Edinburgh before moving to The States. I will say this; you don’t need a college education. We are fortunate to live in a time where technologically we can create music without being a classically trained musician. As long as you have rhythm, soul, coordination & the will, nothing can stop you!

How would you describe your production style?

Unorthodox, yet effective. Drum & Bass Jeet Kune Do, for lack of a better term.

What was your first experience of Drum & Bass music and how did you get into the sound?

I grew up as a Hip Hop boy, beginning with the UK sounds of Hijack, Silvah Bullet, MC Duke, Stereo Mc’s, Bomb the Bass, Rebel Mc, Mc Tunes etc. That then led to the U.S hardcore styles of NWA, Public Enemy, BDP, EPMD & Ice T. It wasn’t just the highly political content of the lyrics, it was the beats! Next came Reggae, the bass! I did my High School work experience in Doncaster at ‘Regal Records’. The historical, musical

I did my High School work experience in Doncaster at ‘Regal Records’. The historical, musical annuals that played a big part in that town & my introduction to reggae music were integral. During this period the Prodigy had dropped their first album – Experience & it must have been the structure of the track we all know & love, ‘Ruff in the Jungle’. It was that tune that opened my mind and ears up to the likes of Goldie & Bukem. From then on it was a whirlwind, everything I already had in Hip Hop & Reggae, just faster & harder!

Tell us a few of your all time and current favourite producers?

Ray Pablo Falconer (UB40) RIP. Massive Attack, Bjork, Dr. Dre, Sly & Robbie, Pink Floyd & DJ Fresh.

Are there any unfulfilled goals or aspirations of yours musically?

Only that I aspire for my own Artist’s & to bypass one Decade with Physmatics, not too long to go now!

Could you offer a bit of advice for an up and coming producer?

Don’t give up! Learn to accept constructive criticism, perfect your craft. If you are persistent in all that you do, things will begin to happen.
Who’s supporting you on the DJ circuit?

Let me see if I can get them all in without forgetting anyone? Apologies beforehand if I do… Nicky Blackmarket, Ray Keith, Sappo, Brockie, Mampi Swift, Kenny Ken, Optiv, C4C, John B, Basic Forces, Gappa G, Sikka, Firesyne, L3GION, Si Smith, A Sides, Fabio & Grooverider, Joe Nebula, XTC, Bailey, Nimzz, G Mac & The Manga Massive, Papa G, Bunter, Section, Voltage, AnnGree, Shortee & Dieselboy.

Of all the tunes you’ve made, which is your favourite?

It has to be the Professional which was a real, ‘Labour of Love’, and took an evolution of ten years! It also tells a story, my story. Just as Hip Hop had for me in the years passed.

You’ve collaborated with a lot of big artists on this project such as Dapz & Section, who did you enjoy working with the most and who would you like to work with in the Future?

All of them! We truly are one big happy family at Physmatics. Nice work FAM! Dapz & I are working on another collab at the moment, so look out for that in the New Year. It’s sounding Large!

Who are your major influences in Drum & Bass?

Goldie, Digital, ]EIB[, Calyx, Trace, Muffler, Ed Rush & Optical, C4C, Konflict, Trace, Andy C, Aphrodite & Mickey Finn, Brockie & Ed Solo, Undercover Agent, John B, Matrix, Si Smith, Rhyme Tyme, Kenny, Nicky, Ray & Sappo.

When would you say was your breakout moment, when heads turned to your music?

As a Label, 2011/12 with two UK Number ones already under our belt & East Star by Silent Code going to EA Games. As an artist, now it’s my time to shine.

What is it about the current wave of Drum & Bass music that appeals to you?

Simply stated, it has to be the diverse nature of the art

What made you choose D&B as a genre?

At the core, it’s history within my very soul.

If you could work on a track with anyone from now or way back when, who would it be?

I’ve been asked this a few times & the answer still remains the same, Trace – Midtown Method. Open to offers!!!

What are the vital elements to making a tune that come into play when you’re in the studio?

I’m very methodical & have a mathematical and meticulous approach to writing a track or collaborating on one. I start in a sixteen bar loop. Once I have all of my elements I balance the mix, and then start my arrangement. I’m probably quite annoying to work with?! Ask the lads! Lol!

Tell us a few of your favourite tunes?

OK, none genre specific:

1: Freddie McGregor – Seek & You Will Find
2: UB40 – All I Want To Do
3: Beats International – Dub Be Good To Me
4: Massive Attack – Be Thankful (For What You’ve Got)
5: Pink Floyd – Any Colour You Like
6: Pointer Sisters – Automatic
7: Depeche Mode – It’s Called A Heart
8: The Prodigy – Ruff In The Jungle Biznizz
9: NWA – Straight Outta Compton
10: ]EIB[ – The Nine

What would you say is the Physmatics Label ethos?

A continuing policy of diversity & a quality repertoire to back it up, staying true & keeping it FRESH!

Any final words and shout outs?

To my Son Mason for keeping me smiling, my Daughter Baelii for continuing to test me, Levii my forever love, My Parents & all siblings! Dapz, Physmatics Family past & present. Nicky Blackmarket (Fo Rizzle!), Ray Keith, Ally Dagless, Mikey Moore, The General, Markie, George Mac, Peter, Ian & BZ, Ed Holmes, Stu Sikka, Parly B, Joe Nebula, Vince at Never Summer, Ewen at Mixmag. All DJ & Airplay support Worldwide! The Doncaster, Edinburgh & Colorado Massive! Media & Press Support, my friends, peers & mentors. Finally and always most importantly, the fans! 

So before we hit play on your debut release ‘KILLER’, can you tell us a bit about the inspiration behind it?

This album spans and transcends all genres. It’s the digital book of my life in audio format, my DNA. My only hope is that you enjoy it & that it inspires others. 

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Physmatics Interview + New LP