Review: If you are looking for a high energy collection of rave-ready rollers, then look no further than this explosive collection from Samurai Breaks, unleashing six absolute missiles for us all to enjoy. First up, the SSBB mix of Numba1 introduces the EP with a lethal level of impact, fusing high energy breaks with warbling subs to match, before 'Flatpack Shed' takes the energy levels ludicrously higher with its tidy collection of LFO bulges and drum pats. From here, it goes hardcore as 'Exclusive Dubplate Fyah' links together niche-style wobbles with classic rave pianos, before the drippy switchups and unpredictable vocal samples of 'Rush The System' send us back into a daze. Finally, a sped up niche feeling with '2Hour Pit Stop' lays the groundwork for 'Back To The Rave' to close off this monstrous collection in typical warbling style.
Review: What a monsterous collection of creations we have here as we explore the full range of breakbeat influences, from slower, more clunky original creations, to garage inspired rollers and everything in-between. The sheer mass of this collection is one of it's immediate charms as we are gifted over 50 originals and remixes, each one bringing something unique to the table from a supporting cast including the likes of Origin8a & Propa, Benton, MKII, Deekline, Samurai Breaks and more. The constant changes of direction and expansionary sense of sonic inclusion are both big yesses from us, with our favourites including 9Trane's nostalgic bubbler 'Thuggish', next to the housey piano drives of Herve's 'Live Together' and the old school garage flavour of Matt Jam Lamont, Echelon & Tuff Culture, who join focus for 'Massive & Crew'. Tidy work indeed!
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