UK based dubstep label, established in 2005. Emanating from the early sounds of dark garage the label was established at the onset of the sound we now know as dubstep and is responsible for releasing the early work from the likes of Distance, Emalkay, The Others and more. Still going strong to this day.
Review: With Boka's legendary status already very much secured across the dubstep and 140 spectrum, it's safe to say that a fellow legendary figure such as Kromestar stopping by is only going to amplify that status further. This latest two-tracker therefore is stuff full of goodies, opening up with the moody sub pulses and cinematic string textures of 'Instigator', that through its advanced musicality and distant piano chords, gives us a truly emotive introduction. On the flip to this, 'Guilt Trip' employs a much more breaks-infused angle, focussing primarily on shimmering synth patterns and vocal reverberations for a wonderful sonic experience.
Review: Next up from the legendary team at Boka, a fresh look at the new school dubstep wave, featuring a solid collection of artists for 'The Tank Rolls On', a vibrant compilation indeed. Featuring the likes of steppers heavyweights such as Chad Dubz, 3WA, Spaceape & RDG, this is a collection that is sure to cause some serious dancefloor damage. It's a project that packs serious depth, all the way from the minimal percussive murmurs and subby sweeps of 'Jammin Tek' from Gremlinz & AxH, through to the emotive, asian-inspired string work of 'Makeya' from Thunaklap and unnerving rhythmic shuffles of Tinky's 'Totemz'. A truly powerful look at dubstep in 2024.
Review: It's been a little while since we last stopped by the Boka camp, but they haven't been idle as they pull together this monstrous new two-tracker from TInky, who is set to turn systems to rubble. We open up with the thumping arrangements of 'Totemz', which through a combination of bulbous bass crunches and demonic harmonies, gives us a seriously weighty original. From here, 'Dead Language' sets off a seriously crunchy chain reaction of clunky drum-lines, dizzying LFO's and lethal sub pulses, giving the whole track a pretty overwhelming feel, providing the perfect B-side. Incredible work from Tinky on this one!
Review: It's always exciting to see new Boka hit the shelves, as a label who have played a massive part in dubstep's expansive history of the years. This time they welcome the sounds of 3WA, who kicks us off with a monstrous bang on 'Sea Witch'. This is a sub-heavy system-focussed stick of dynamite, combining eastern-inspired melodic twists with an organic display of percussive precision and a gnarly low-end to match. On the flip, the rhythms take us somewhere completely new as skippy, tripletted bass pulses and unpredictable drum-switches rain fire upon a dancefloor. Very tidy stuff indeed from the Boka crew!
Review: It has to be said that the consistency of Boka is something quite phenomenal to take in and witness, with this latest outing from the deadly duo of RDG and Dubape being a perfect example of that. We kick off with the title track 'Storm', which through amazonian atmospherics, gnarly basslines and subtly eastern string plucks kicks us off with some serious flare. Next, the spacey synthesizer moves of 'Drift' add something very different, before 'Brok Out' darkens the vibe with raucous bass movement and satanic vocal delays. Finally, the scattered drum expressions and pounding 808 subs of the speedy 'Decoy' round off the originals, with RSD's old school wobbler of a 'Brok Out' remix adds the final touches to a wicked selection.
Review: It appears that Boka are back at it again as they bring together two veteran names in RDG & Dubape for a thrilling new original by the name of 'Drift'. From the off we can tell we are in for a good time, as cascading waves of vibrant delay structures and choppy drumwork are woven together above a combination of pulsating sub tones and haunting woodwind action. As a piece of soundscaping, it's a stunning creation, maybe not one for the ravers as much, but most certainly one for the listeners!
Review: After a string of high profile appearances, AXH sets out with a marvelous new five track spectacular on the legendary Boka imprint. Straight from the title track 'Tokyo' we are introduced to what AXH is all about with it's rolling distorted subs and dubbed out drum work. Next up we move into the dynamic synth movement and breathy drum design of 'Gamera' before landing on 'Inokashira' for some eastern inspired stepper goodness. The eastern theme continues as we move into the shuffled break stabs and hypnotising plucks of 'Devilman'. The EP then rounds off very well indeed with a bonus track entitled 'Harajuku' which brings pulsating sub work and circulating strings to the front row in blazing style.
Review: As one of the most prominent dubstep labels working in the UK today, we were super excited to see the heavyweight Boka imprint team up with Bristol's Chad Dubz for a full length project entitled '22 Ounces'. As an EP it's everything you could want, jam packed with stepper-inspired creativity. We start of with the swamped out rhythms of the title track, leading into the more dubwise eastern blends of 'Elephant'. Next up we have the sub-driven yet spacious arrangement of 'Under The Influence', rounding the EP off with the haunting woodwind leads and unpredictable percussive patterns of 'Flute Dem'. Overall this is a great project for both Boka and Chad Dubz to end the year with.
Review: After November's debut for Dubtribu, Guesswerk is back on our bass charts with this tidy three-tracker for the rising Boka stable. Clearly in no mood to much about, the producer opens with the crestfallen, ethereal flow of "Falling", the closest you can get to nature with a load of broken dubstep beats penetrating all angles. "Untitled" is a murkier affair, dropping a fuzzy bassline that engulfs anything and everything in its sight, including the rough metallic percussion spewing out of the groove; Quest's remix takes the tune back to '06, a time when bass was just beginning to get some pretty pointy edges - wobble that shit.
Review: Currently celebrating their tenth birthday, fearless Dubstep label Boka unveils a new series, which collates the best releases from their Tank series. Here on Volume 1 we get 14 killer tracks that still stand strong now, highlights include the menacing machine gun bass attack of "Big What" by Niveau Zero & Tambour Battant, the heavy whiplash crunch of Matta's "Terminus" and the spacey mechanical dub of "Stop Riddim". Watch out for volume two!
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