Marcus Visionary At Juno Download

Review: Hailing from Toronto, Marcus Visionary has long been a force on the Canadian drum and bass scene. As a self confessed junglist, he has continuously advocated the ragga influenced element in the music. Here his "Big Bad Sound" gets the overhaul treatment from four of the finest jump up producers currently operating and the results are mighty fine indeed. From the all out wobble of Cabin Fever's offering, to a ravetastic remix from Certified Sickness, through iLL Haze's bouncy jungle version to Syanide's grimey relick, Hustlin Beats have pulled out all the stops to bring you a fat slice of dancefloor action.

Review: Following two teaser EPs, the real deal finally arrives! Marcus Visionary's latest album, released on New York Imprint 'Liondub International', serves as a rich tapestry weaving together the Toronto native's musical influences, which range from jungle and drum and bass to reggae and dub. Featuring guest appearance from the likes of Sugar Minott, Johnny Osbourne, Kandiman, Jahdan and Messenger Selah, there is plenty of old school fire brought to the table here, with the dub heavy vibes of "Bounce" and rattling breaks of "Murder" Featuring a killer vocal turn from Pad Anthony and lots of siren action standing out as our favourites. Immense.

Review: Junglistic flavours reign supreme here in this summer time soaring riddim. Marcus Visionary teams up with vocalist Mr Williamz for "Standard" - a reggae-drenched piece with rough, rattling breaks, cooing instrumentals and plenty of soulful melody. Let yourself drift away with the music and relax. Chirpy, chattering lyrics add another element to the lilting rhythms and murmuring bassline below. In the Dubplate Jungle remix, Frisk enters the arena, for an early Shy FX-style venture, with sped up vocal, punchy drums and pattering percussion which will guarantee a rewind.

Review: Marcus Visionary makes another appearance on Liondub International. "Blackboard" is old school jungle at its finest: super quick percussion, rolling beats and layers of sub bass that are only pierced by old school vocals. Goldstar & Zero G chip in with some looptastic bouncing bass on "Skin Out".