Big news! DJ Maars and Tom Showtime have pressed a limited run of 45s featuring an old favourite plus a new ‘yet to be disclosed’ sizzler. You want one? We want one…

Download ‘Free Fyah EP Vol 1′ by DJ Maars via their bandcamp page, sign up to the mailing list and be the first to know when this special little record is released.

Not long now we’re told!

EASY NOW RECORDINGS

“Forged in the fire of the legendary Easy Now Sessions where Hip Hop and Roots meet, comes a record label focused on sizzling Reggae Mashups. Releasing small batches of limited edition 45s through an exclusive mailing list and giving away digital downloads between pressings. Founded by DJ Maars and Tom Showtime after their joint success on the UK’s infamous Booty Fruit label, the duo consistently delivers sun drenched beats and a dubwise boombap experience leaving heads nodding and dance floors satisfied…”

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Monki has propelled herself through the ranks of the music world at break-neck speed! At just the age of 12, Monki, was locked on to pirate radio stations broadcast across South West London whilst also checking specialist shows on Radio 1 and Rinse FM, training her ear to the hottest new sounds around.

A few years on and Monki had enrolled at Hackney’s Point Blank Music College and after practising mixing at a friends, she knew music was to be her choice for life. A work experience placement found her at revolutionary free love and 60s pirate station, Radio Jackie, which then resulted in an internship at the legendary, Rinse FM. Getting through the first year of newbie chores Monki was offered a Thursday morning slot and to say it was a success would be an understatement and a prime time Saturday slot was soon to be hers. Now, Monki, has her own label, Zoo Music and can be found every Monday night on Radio 1 / 1Xtra at 10pm – 1am (GMT) playing her box fresh Bass music finds to the masses.

The EP posted is the third in a series showcasing some cracking artists and friends of Monki’s from the Bass music scene and beyond that’s released by, Red Bull Studios. This one features 12 artists working together on various tracks which includes music from SG Lewis & Zak Abel, Wayward & Après, Lxury & Billie Black, GotSome & Tazer, NYTA & Woz, Kalyde & Applebottom with foot shuffling Garage beats and some more upfront Bass House. As well as these tracks check out the two other EP’s below. Even more great sounds!

Download Monki and Friends EP3 here.

Download the tracks here.

Download the tracks here.

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There is simply no stopping the music machine that is, Joshua Harvey aka Hervé. With many years of producing, djing and remixing under his belt it’s a consistent onwards and upwards trend for this talented artist. Working under many different guises such as The Count ( with Sinden ), Speaker Junk and the collective, Machines Don’t Care, Hervé can draw on a vast amount of knowledge from many different areas of the musical spectrum.

We caught up with Hervé and asked him a few questions about his latest release ‘ You Give Me Something ‘ with remixes from Jay Robinson and one from Hervé himself, plus future projects, music tech and his favourite ever festival.

LSM : Thanks for taking time to speak to us Joshua. Could you tell us a bit about your new release ‘ You Give Me Something ‘ and where the inspiration came from to make it?

Joshua : It came from a writing session with Anita Blay and the singer Daisy. We were working on a few different bits but we got on a roll with this track and it came together very quickly. We wrote and recorded the vocal in the next two hours, Daisy did the lead and Anita did some great backing and ad libs. I worked on various versions over the next few weeks. Love and Other were the first to hear it and picked it up straight away. I’d just finished my collab with Armand Van Helden and was on a bit of a late eighties early nineties house tip and the music came from that little spell of writing.

Buy ‘ You Give Me Something ‘ here.

LSM : Jay Robinson has provided a tasty remix of your new track and we see you’ve reworked it with a Fidget House twist. How did the decision to do that come about?

Joshua : I’ve been in contact with Jay for years, every since his early Dub Frequency stuff on Cheap Thrills. He’s a talented guy and I just wanted to keep supporting him so I asked him to put his spin on it. With my Future Fidget remix (I was just having a bit of fun with that remix title) I wanted rep more of my sound as the original is pretty straight house, not something I do too much as Hervé.

Buy Jay Robinson’s remix here.

Download Hervé’s remix premiered by DJ Mag here.

LSM : You’ve released your new material on Love & Other. Are there any plans for future releases with them?

Joshua : Yeah I can see that for sure in the future, either as Hervé or under another name. If they will have me! I’ve really enjoyed working with Ricky . I’ve just signed to Skint so I have a commitment to them right now.

LSM : What equipment are you using to make music these days in the ever changing world of gadgets and gadgetry?

Joshua : Bootcamped iMac with Cubase and a few bits of hardware. I have an SSL Nucleus which has given me a bit of agro recently but has the best sound I’ve ever heard for recording vocals and instruments.

LSM :  Is there anyone out there that you have drawn influences from to help hone your sound?

Joshua : Nothing specific. I always draw from a wide range of influences from a wide range of genres to find new ways to do something interesting.

LSM : There’s quite a few major names you’ve remixed. Anymore in the pipeline?

Joshua : Not sure if I can say, but I think it’s ok. I’m remixing a Fatboy Slim classic for Skint which I’m pretty impatient to get cracking on and a new KC Lights track on Cheap Thrills. I do enjoy remixing, for a while I got a bit burned out remixing as Hervé, Speaker Junk and The Count and Sinden, I must’ve done 40/50/60 remixes I can’t remember!

LSM : Having unearthed  and signed some very talented artists to your label ‘ Cheap Thrills ‘, is there any up and coming stars you can tell us about?

Joshua : KC Lights is a new addition to the label. Incredibly talented writer and producer who has a massive future. He’s got some big releases and collabs coming.

LSM : Having played all around the world, could you give us a venue or festival that holds special memories for you?

Joshua : I love playing Secret Garden Party. Such a great atmosphere and great crowd, played three times and always ready to return. Any festival in Belgium is great, awesome crowd and they treat you very nicely.

LSM : Everyone has a turn to track when the chips are down, what’s one of yours that you use for maximum inspiration in the same situation?

Joshua : I don’t think I have one track. New tracks come along all the time that have something about them and spark an idea, it’s a continuous process.

LSM : And finally, what does the future have in store for, Herve?

Joshua : Working on my album right now. New EP coming very soon on Skint. A real spread of what I’m up to on it with a couple of great features.

Once again, thanks for your time Joshua.

Barely Legal drops a ton of bassweight with this mighty fine breaks sampler spanning funky, booty and electro breaks with a star studded line up of producers and remixers, get this on your decks!!!

Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/release/breakbeat-summer-sampler-2015/1575989

VA- Breakbeat Summer Sampler 2015 [Barely Legal]

This latest compilation from Technique Recordings offers the same outstanding productions and rich diversity that have become synonymous with one of DnB’s very best imprints, from big stadium/festival anthems to dark 00’s style techstep, jungle & liquid DnB, its all here and provided by an envious array of musical talent, a standout compilation loaded with classy tunes for all persuasions

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VA- 15 Years of Technique Summer Selection Album [Technique Recordings]

Mob Tactics unsheathe the sword for two razor sharp cuts of DnB for this new Viper release, we particularly favour the heads down banger ‘Return Of The Snitch’ OOOooooh thats heavy!!!

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Mob Tactics Ft Joell Fender – Neon God / Return Of The Snitch [Viper Recordings]

More dopeness from Jason Laidback with 2 newe tracks on NightProwl ‘Smoker Toker’ is a hazy late night bass filled and buzzing Deep House number while ‘Oz Voodoo’ takes it back to the booty breaks with a touch of Aussie Didgeridoo flava, that’s not a beat mate, THIS is a beat!!!!

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Jason Laidback – Smoker Toker / Oz Voodoo [Nightprowl]

Black Butter Records can do no wrong. The strength of the label comes from the imprint’s output – ranging from bass to tech to deep. Releasing bone-shaking singles alongside moody house tunes might not seem like a winning strategy but when looking listening to the BB catalogue on a micro level, they’ve captured something lovely and diverse and we’re all better for it.

The latest single is from Denmark’s KANT – which is Danish for ‘edge’ – who’s back catalogue also reflects Black Butter’s versatility where darker, more minimal production gives way to a smoother, groove-laden charm, as demonstrated with the delectable Nightcall. The tune itself is built on a two-step rhythm, gently laid under soulful, crooning vocals, and a groove so charming it’ll woo your gran.

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Our Winnipeg homie LAMBO is back again with another collaboration with TWRK…and it’s huge. The tune cuts up an obscure bollywood sample, built it into a heavy lfo growl under heavy drums and fat 808s.

The tune has been wrecking havoc during festivals all summer and now it’s finally available to the masses, on Get Right Records.

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Phibes have taken a well earned break after recently finishing their funk-hop-glitched-up EP. Packed their DAW, dag’s, midi keyboards in their trusted twin axle steed passed down by their mam and p***** off on a camping holiday with some gypsies.

In-between sporting outrageous dresses and playing “All the single ladies” to crowds of lavishly dressed 8 year olds dancing erotically. They had some inspiration for a different pace of track.

A portion of swing with a sprinkling of violin was a welcome change of pace and the only way they could get out of a bare knuckle scrap with the gypsies camp leader. Needless to say they’re back in Cornwall now banging out their usual Dutty Ghetto Funk bangers!

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