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Review: Next up from Qdup, a very vibrant outing indeed as we see another exciting link up, this time with Fort Knox US, alongside the vibrant abilities of Awoke for a truly thumping single drop. Taking the title 'Wild Things', we immediately jump into a tidy combination of nostalgia-inducing breakbeat drum action and tidy vocal manoeuvres, making this an instantly recognizable hit from the second it begins to run. Alongside the original vocal, we also see this released with both an extended mix which allows the track to run on an even wider journey, next to an instrumental mix of the same for good measure.
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FKX 154
16 Feb 24
Breakbeat
16 Feb 24
Breakbeat
Review: As always with the Fork Knox crew, they have supplied an energy fueled tank of fun with this latest drop, giving the 'Playin' With Fire' original a collection of tasty remixes for us all to enjoy. First up, Wbbl takes Emily Molloy's gorgeous vocal performance and twists it into fidget-laiden forage into unique synth design and funkadelic rhythm, before X-Ray Ted takes those same samples and delivers a drum-driven breakbeat epic, laced with energetic horn sections and intricate breaksy grooves. Both of these fabulous recreations also come complete with the full instrumental versions, giving the producers that additional time to shine and show off their incredible arrangements. Lovely stuff once again from the Fort Knox team!
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FKX 137
05 Nov 21
Breakbeat
05 Nov 21
Breakbeat
Review: Next up from Omegaman, we see him link up with the sounds of Kromanauts for a punky new post-reggae creation by the name of 'Politicals Of Green'. This one is definitely one for the sing along crew, providing us with a very catchy hook and groovy guitar solos, before we jump into remix duty. Waggles is the one on the case, completely reworking the track into a subtle jungle roller, doused in engulfing subbass energy and crunchy percussive riffs. This release also comes complete with the instrumental mixes of both the original and remix versions, perfect for those summer sunset scenes.
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FKX 131
14 Aug 20
Roots/Lovers Rock
14 Aug 20
Roots/Lovers Rock
Review: In his native Washington DC, Mustafa Akbar was a scene legend: the frontman for reggae band Nappy Riddem, he was also head of security at the famous Eighteenth Street Lounge and staged his own festival, Mustock, as well as recording several solo albums. Sadly, he passed away from a rare blood disease last year, aged just 61. Regular collaborators Fort Knox Five released the posthumous 'Attracted' EP by way of tribute back in March, and now here come the remixes. Funk-breaks is the dominant sound but with 15 mixes of just five tracks there's room, too, for D&B, hip-hop and heavy, headnodding dubtronica, making for a varied and enjoyable listen.
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FKX 129
08 May 20
Funk
08 May 20
Funk
Review: We here touch down on Fork Knox US, a well respected imprint for bringing forward exciting new bass music and EDM. They here bring forward QDup who arrives with a pair of very exciting mixes of 'Sound Off', a forward thinking dancefloor heavy hitter, put together in collaboration with the cunning vocal stylings of 'EVeryman'. The project comes complete with a future house mix of the track, along with a more rawcus breaks version, plus two instrumental additions just to add the finishing touches all around.
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FKX 124
19 Jul 19
Breakbeat
19 Jul 19
Breakbeat
Review: 'The Brazilian Hipster' was first released as a single in 2004, with Jalapeno regulars Skeewiff's remix issued on a promo-only 12-inch the following year, and now here's another chance to acquire both versions digitally. The original's a midtempo, brass-toting Latino funk jam featuring some very fine Hammond work and subtle, lounge-y chanted vox, but it's Skeewiff's refix that's surely the star, opening with the vocal and bringing the Hammond further to the fore, augmented by a very familiar-sounding late 70s disco/jazz-funk riff. It's one for the hepcats rather than the hipsters, perhaps, but its party-starting chops are as assured as ever.
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FKX 123
14 Jun 19
Funk
14 Jun 19
Funk
Played by: Spinforth, Fort Knox Five, Jayl Funk, OMEGAMAN, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Wiccatron, ElectroGorilla
Review: For this one, we welcome back the super expressive electro stylings of Washington's Fort Knoxx for a wavy new single, this time moving in alongside Vancouver based New Zealander: K+Lab. Both parties get to work setting down some funk driven flavours as 'Jinglin' Janglin' takes shape, lead by Baby Bam's catchy vocal hooks and enticing guitar riffs, surrounded in a sea of colourful harmonies and subtle bass pressure. This release also comes complete with an official instrumental version, so there is fun for all the family.
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FKX 120
21 Sep 18
Breakbeat
21 Sep 18
Breakbeat
Review: Qdup returns to Fort Knox Recordings with a new single first imagined at the legendary Burning Man. During his first trip to the festival, Qdup performed a special hip-hop showcase at Funky Town, and invited MC's to rock his set. Story has it that San Francisco b-girl Awoke was one of the MC's that appeared out of the dust and blessed the mic that afternoon - which caught the ears of the crowd and inspired this collaboration. "Sonic Drop" captures the fun of that impromptu hip-hop jam in the desert.
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FKX 118
29 Jun 18
Funky/Club House
29 Jun 18
Funky/Club House
Review: Breakbeat is certainly a genre that appears to be back on the rise as more and more notable producers return to their breaksy roots. On this brand new track from QDUP and Awoke entitled 'Sonic Drop' we hear a fantastic producer / vocalist collaboration. Washington's own QDUP supplies the choppy instrumental grooves, allowing the smooth rap vocal presence of Awoke to lace the gaps with her fly lyricism freely. This is a great pairing and also a great one for the Fort Knox US guys to put out.
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FKX 116
02 Mar 18
Breakbeat
02 Mar 18
Breakbeat
Fort Knox Five feat bcap
Review: Based in Washington DC, Breaksy heavyweights Fort Knox Five allow Canada's Stickybuds to send their well received single 'Give It A Minute' to the electro chop shop. This one is packed with dance floor grit, aggressive swing and a fantastic groove in general as Stickybuds layers sections from the original arrangement perfectly amidst his own signature distorted bass synths and crunchy drum work. This one comes complete with the Stickybuds instrumental mix as well for good measure!
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FKX 115
08 Dec 17
Breakbeat
08 Dec 17
Breakbeat
Review: If there's one label who is absolutely killing it in the breakbeat space, then the credits have to go to the USA's Fort Knox imprint, who seem to be able to offer winner after winner with each new release they send our way. Making their debut, it's the Backbeat Underground, a relatively unknown outfit - surely not for long - who comes through with three mixes of the supremely soulful "She Don't Love Me", a stunning charmer which will undoubtedly appeal to a large variety of soul boys and girls. Vocals like silk, instruments like gold and, of course, both a radio edit and an instrumental cut for ya!
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FKX 114
17 Nov 17
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
17 Nov 17
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
Review: Qdup's recent festivities on the Fort Knox imprint is back on the servers with a fine company of remixes; "Get Up" is the particular tune to receive the treatment, and there's no one better than this lot to see it develop into new, danceable shapes. It's the All Good Funk Alliance that comes through with the first two versions, one vocal-led funk bomb and the other an instrumental lick to act as the killer DJ tool. Friskier Business' versions are equally funky, except that electro is used as the main ingredient, and the final product sounds like some future boogie step. Class!
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FKX 112
18 Aug 17
Breakbeat
18 Aug 17
Breakbeat
Qdup feat Jerome Joyce
Review: Party jam master QDUP chooses quality over quantity with his releases, everytime. Now, Jerome Joyce is a busy man - an MC who divides his time between Detroit and LA. Somehow though, the deft QDUP has managed to catch him, possibly somewhere in the middle, maybe on a flight stop-off in Kansas or somewhere, it don't matter because the important thing is that they've managed to record "Get Up". This tune is a classic slice of 80s style go-go beats, squelchy bass, quirky sounds and Bootsy-style rappin'. Also featured are cool instrumental and dub incarnations for you serious DJ mixers out there.
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FKX 110
30 Jun 17
Breakbeat
30 Jun 17
Breakbeat
Review: Washington DC's resident anthem-mongers, Fort Knox Five, made a big impact with their Pressurize The Cabin LP which they heavily promoted for a few years. Then, last year they unveiled new material - the explosive Don't Go - and now they continue this momentum of freshness with another new cut, "Give It A Minute". Having been big fans of Boston MC, Bcap, they guys recently got him into their studio and the results are awesome. Super fresh party breaks duel with wah-wah guitars and future funk bass ensuring that this party continues to rock.
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855894 010907
26 May 17
Breakbeat
26 May 17
Breakbeat
Review: In all honesty, we're not quite clear on exactly what genre the Washington trio of Thunderball really specialise in, but we love that about their catalogue. From breaks through to jungle, disco and house, the group never leave you wanting more. This latest release, a heavily packed remix LP of their Declassified album, literally touches upon every style of dance-oriented music, which is something that perfectly encapsulates their diversity in terms of approach. You got peeps like Thievery Corporation, Boca 45, Avatars of Dub, and many others laying down the utter truth. Jazzy, disco-tinged, funked-out and capable of winning over even the most timid of dancers. Big shot moves...
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FKX 108
28 Apr 17
Breakbeat
28 Apr 17
Breakbeat
Played by: Spinforth, Clairvo (MustBeat), Fort Knox Five, Qdup, Trotter, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, TOSSES, Funk Fusion
Review: Last summer was abuzz with the sound of Don't Go by Washington DC breakbeat duo Fort Knox Five. Released last May, the tune was one of their first new jams since the release of their Pressurize The Cabin album. Now as they are wont to do, they are back with remixes of the tune (they like remixes, really, really like remixes). First up is K Lab who goes straight for the jugular by infusing some tough electro-breaks into the original's feel good vibes, before good old Trotter er, trots out a very bouncy upbeat version.
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FKX 106
27 Jan 17
Breakbeat
27 Jan 17
Breakbeat
Review: Thunderball, the self-proclaimed "ambassadors of style" are a Washington, DC based trio (Rob Myers, Steve Raskin and Sid Barcelona) have made a worldwide name for themselves with their own unique brand of cinematic dub. Released on Fort Knox, Cinescope is their latest long player and it features 12 sizzling new cuts with appearances from pals like Miss Johnna M, Mustafa Akbar, 'reggae shamans' See-I and even hip-hop legend Afrika Bambaataa. Highlights include the sitar-laced, Bollywood referencing opener "Road To Benares", the tough, breaky 70s funk of "Thunder In The Jungle" and retro Latin fun of the kitschy "Chicachiquita".
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FKX 103
09 Dec 16
Breakbeat
09 Dec 16
Breakbeat
Review: Washington DC's Fort Knox Five released the Pressurize The Cabin LP about 18 months ago, and since then they've toured every corner of the globe, releasing many remixes along the way too. Now they've had time to collect all these reworks onto one album and it's a biggie - 20 tunes strong in fact. Some of the many highlights include All Good Funk Allianance's staccato-synth sing-along version of "Fire In My Belly", The Funk Hunters' cut-up electro version of "Whatcha Gonna Do" and the DJ Dan/Mike Balance acid-funk remix of "Keep It Poppin". Something for everyone here.
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FKX 100
14 Oct 16
Breakbeat
14 Oct 16
Breakbeat
Played by: Spinforth, Clairvo (MustBeat), Fort Knox Five, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, TOSSES, THE NICEGUYS
Review: Last week saw the first instalment of remixes of Washington DC breakbeat act Fort Knox Five's Pressurize The Cabin. Now, whilst we're still spinning from the hit, they follow it up with a musical TKO in the form of two new reworks (both with instrumental versions too). First up, Sammy Senior enters the ring with his meaty musical right hook of a mix that features the original's anthemic vocal chants fused to crisp n' choppy bass-lead go-go/funk. Afroqben retaliates and wins with a tough uppercut of a mix that features a bubbling disco bassline and hands-in-the-air hip-hop MCs.
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FKX 098
30 Sep 16
Breakbeat
30 Sep 16
Breakbeat
Played by: Ursula 1000, Fort Knox Five, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Juno Recommends Funky House, Empresarios
Review: Washington DC breakbeat duo Fort Knox Five presents yet more killer remixes of Pressurize The Cabin, originally released a year and a half ago. Starting out with the Eighteenth Street Lounge affiliated Ursula 1000, who delivers a low slung and funky rendition of "Ready Go" which will rock the dancefloor of any party, there's also a handy instrumental version for serious DJs. Meanwhile Palletz delivers a bass heavy, very UK makeover of "24 Hours To Set It Off" complete with ragga vocals which will storm any serious soundclash. Interestingly enough, this fella is from British Columbia, Canada; who'd have thought! Again, a handy instrumental version is included of this remix too.
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FKX 098
23 Sep 16
Funky/Club House
23 Sep 16
Funky/Club House
Review: Fort Knox's Qdup is all about the party jams. However he likes to take his time in delivering them. "Bodyrock" sees his first new release on over a year. But it's worth the wait, being around four minutes of achy, breaky party beats, cheeky record scratching and lots and lots of funk. Also the accompanying Warp VIP mix toughens up the beats and cuts back on the sonic ornamentation for those who like their jams less cheeky.
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FKX 097
19 Aug 16
Breakbeat
19 Aug 16
Breakbeat
Review: If there were an award for 'most remixed album', genre-busting Washington D.C. outfit Fort Knox Five would win hands down for their ongoing remix programme of every track from their Pressurize The Cabin LP. This time it's the turn of their Mexican pop-hop sing-along, "Cinco To The Brinco", and it's been reworked somethin' good. There are a whopping nine different versions of the original on offer here, covering all bases in the process. Highlights include Omegaman's breaky shuffle, Basement Freaks towering party electro instrumental and the sumptuous White Isle vibes of Farid's Ode To The '90s Dub.
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FKX 093
29 Apr 16
Breakbeat
29 Apr 16
Breakbeat
Review: Pressurize The Cabin LP is the LP that's still going strong for this Washington DC act. The latest album cut (there have been many) to get the remix treatment is the sunshine 60s soul-pop gem, "Fire In My Belly". There are two reworks supplied here, the first being Skiitour's irresistible retro electro- house (think Fedde Le Grand-era Ministry Of Sound) belter and the more loved-up synth pop of the sweet All Good Funk Alliance rework (also a killer Balearic gem in instrumental form).
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FKX 092
01 Apr 16
Funky/Club House
01 Apr 16
Funky/Club House
Review: This Washington DC act delivered the Pressurize The Cabin LP nearly a year ago. They've had a whale of a time since - playing everywhere and releasing remixes and different editions of the various album tracks. Now it's the turn of the tough and breaky title track to get the remix treatment. There are three new mixes to check out, complete with instrumentals too: Mat The Alien delivers some nicely polished DnB funk, Qdup switches the mood to bouncy, breaky party-hop and J*labs get down and dirty with some edgier hip-hop vibes. The Fort Knox Five juggernaut just keeps rolling!
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FKX 091
04 Mar 16
Breakbeat
04 Mar 16
Breakbeat
Played by: Fort Knox Five, Trotter, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Empresarios, See-I, Astronaut Jones, Jah Works
Review: For dubbed-out space cadets, See-I, their Knowledge Shine Bright album is the groovy gift that keeps on giving. Throughout last year we were treated to a slew of EPs featuring reworked versions of the album's various tracks. Now they present a kind of best of these remix EPs, with the whole album represented in reworked form. There are 13 tunes to enjoy, highlights including the stormin' electro-breaks sizzler "Queen Of Sheeba", Astronaut Jones' shimmering chill-out version of "Rebel In Blue" and Mikkim's DnB meets rocksteady remix of "Real Steel".
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FKX 090
12 Feb 16
Breakbeat
12 Feb 16
Breakbeat
Review: This is the latest in a series of remixes of tracks from See-I's mighty Knowledge Shine Bright LP. There are eight different reworks included this time round, highlights include the abstract digi-dub-funk remix of "The Chase" by Sol Powers Allstars, the G-funk influenced Afroqben remix of "The Chase" and Oemgaman's widescreen, sunny afternoon instrumental rework of "Revolution".
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FKX 087
20 Nov 15
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
20 Nov 15
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
Review: Following a long hiatus, it's great to now see veteran producer Ursula 1000 back in prolific form. Previously we've come to expect everything from this guy, from quirky lounge music to electro and disco. Here though, on "Smoke Machine" he's rustled up a peak-time hip house jam, the kind of electro-house house-meets-party-rap that the likes of Tiga used to play in those post-electro-clash days. Remix -wise, we're talking retro funk (Fort Knox Five), fizzy freestyle electro (Qdup) and cheeky 90s-house pop shenanigans (Richard Gear).
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FKX 085
29 Sep 15
Breakbeat
29 Sep 15
Breakbeat
Played by: Spinforth, Fort Knox Five, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, TOSSES, Sammy Senior, Radical Mixtape, Funky Boogie Brothers, Funk Fusion, See-I
Review: Another busty bounty of rubs from the Fort Knox family... Repurposing See I's sun-skanked and dub-drenched originals into heavier club-ready jams, they've invited a motley band of remixers for the second version collection; Sammy Senior steps up with a swaggering nu-funk twist on "Real Steel", Thunderball slap down a nippy D&B roller on "Never Give Up", Lack Jemmon rips up "Queen Of Sheba" into a glitch-meets-moombah slo-mo stamper while Palletz injects "Rudeboy Razor" with sirens and Glitch Mob style mid-tempo breaks. Complete with instrumentals, Fort Knox have catered for all tastes right here.
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FKX 084
28 Jul 15
Breakbeat
28 Jul 15
Breakbeat
Review: Remix time: one of the many instant party jams from Fort Knox Five's latest long-one Pressurize The Cabin, "Keep It Poppin" gets facelifts from all corners. DJ Dan & Mike Balance add down-low acid-ridden 4/4 fattiness, Wes Smith applies the breaks while Worthy injects a little Dirtybird trippiness. Complete with instrumentals, all bass bases are covered.
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FKX 083
21 Jul 15
Breakbeat
21 Jul 15
Breakbeat
Review: US genre-mangling funk ensemble Fort Knox Five recently returned with the long awaited Pressurize The Cabin LP. Such was the joyous response from new and old fans alike, that the gang are continuing to spread the love by releasing this new edition featuring instrumental versions of all ten album tracks. Whether you're a hip-hop DJ, a soul or a funk selecter (or both), it's time to get creative with your mash-up skills!
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FKX 079
14 Jul 15
Funk
14 Jul 15
Funk
Review: Dub funk freaks See-I are rolling out a series of remix EPs from last year's rather awesome album Knowledge Shine Bright. First up is a full-throttle shake-up of "Boogieman" by Basement Freaks. Adding bubbling nu-funk bass while retaining the feel-good vibe and sing-along dynamics, it's a fine reversioning. Qdup's digi-dancehall twist of "King Of The Road" follows a similar suit as the organic elements are switched for something a little harder and synthesised but sample fans should still experience some Norwegian wood as the little melodic references of the original are still very much intact.
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FKX 081
02 Jun 15
Breakbeat
02 Jun 15
Breakbeat
Played by: BMD, Fort Knox Five, Roast Beatz, Trotter, Jayl Funk, Savages Y Suefo, Juno Recommends Funk, Fort Knox Five, Breakbeat Paradise Recordings, Quincy Jointz, TOSSES, KUT FUNK, Empresarios, See-I, Jayl Funk
Review: Genre-blurring Washington D.C. outfit Fort Knox Five have been holed up in the studio for ages working on the follow-up to their previous LP, Radio Free D.C., which was released back in 2008. It's been so long in fact that these ten tracks really herald a new era for the band rather than simply being a follow up. That said, their familiar signature is very much still present, resulting in a feel good fusion of hip-hop, funk and soul that's destined to be the soundtrack of many folks's summer.
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FKX 078
28 Apr 15
Funk
28 Apr 15
Funk
Radio Free DC (feat Afrika Bambaataa & King Kamonzi - ASkillz & Krafty Kuts remix - remastered) - (4:37) 140 BPM
The Party Pushers (feat Mustafa Akbar - Smalltown Romeo remix - Krafty Kuts re rub) - (4:31) 129 BPM
Played by: Clairvo (MustBeat), The Allergies, BMD, Fort Knox Five, Roast Beatz, Badboe, Trotter, Mooqee, Jayl Funk, Bart&Baker
Review: Washington funksters Fort Knox Five have played a major role in the party breaks scene with such confidence and consistency it feels like they've been around for much longer than 10 years. Here we find their explorative, far-reaching range under the knife of their finest peers. 15 tracks in total, each one highlighting a different aspect of the FKF's repertoire: Krafty Kuts and Skillz add a UK booty-bass twist to "Radio Free DC", Rodney Hunter adds a sense of Vandross-level disco silk to "Uptown Tricks", Badboe emphasises the raw organic soul swing of "What Make Ya Dance" while Featurecast ramps up "Killa Soundboy" with P-funk naughtiness. And that's just the tip of this funky iceberg. A consummate celebration of a decade of bona fide party artistry, here's to the next 10 years.
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FKX 069
19 Nov 13
Breakbeat
19 Nov 13
Breakbeat
Played by: Fort Knox Five, Chudy, Qdup, Trotter, Jayl Funk, Actual Sounds, Juno Recommends Breakbeat
Review: Two originals, ten versions - Fort Knox celebrate QDUP's first original release on their label with a huge package that guarantees something for everyone. Both "Rock On" and "Let's Go" bump and flex with chubby p-funk mischief. Heavy on the hip-hop frontage, they're instant hip-strutters that nod heavily at US hip-hop's west coast heritage. Remix-wise you can take your pick; Basement Freaks goes for the sleazy slo-mo breakbeats, Nynfus Corporation get their swagger on with some heavy emphasis on the live drum feeling while DJ Love ramps up the tempo for something a little more evangelistic. With instrumentals thrown in for good measure, all DJ scenarios are catered for right here.
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FKX 067
15 Oct 13
Breakbeat
15 Oct 13
Breakbeat
Review: Jack Of All Trades - It's the album that keeps on giving. Released this time last year it's undergone the full instrumental treatment and two remix EPs. Now this, the nu-funk piece de resistance: a floor-tickling collection of the previous remixes plus a whole load more. Highlights include Skeewif's Young MC-meets-Shaft-on-Mancini Avenue flavoured remix of "Time To Get Loose" and Dads On Display's Koan Sound style mix of smooth 80s b2b screaming midrange bass on "Closer To The Edge". But at 18 tracks that's the tip of this eclectic, open-all-hours party fest. It's all exceedingly good.
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FKX 059
12 Mar 13
Breakbeat
12 Mar 13
Breakbeat
Played by: Pimpsoul, Fort Knox Five, Jazztronik (Ryota Nozaki), Trotter, DJ AKA (Funk Moguls), Actual Sounds, Ez Icarus, Radical Mixtape
Review: If you're talking ghetto-minded, dirty-assed nu funk then you must be talking Fort Knox. Responsible for some of the scene's biggest heaters, the imprint continues with this second remix package of the All Good Funk Alliance. Featurecast steps up first with an anthemic take on "Throw Down" that comes complete with a lovely synth-tom drum fill, Busta retaliates with a cheekier version that's armed with the juiciest p-funk bassline we've heard all week, Skeewif's take of "Time To Get Loose" is more a Shaft-style organic funk roller and Keith Mackenzie & DJ Fixx finish the set with darker, synth-heavy rub. It's all good... literally!
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FKX 055
29 Jan 13
Breakbeat
29 Jan 13
Breakbeat
Played by: Spinforth, Clairvo (MustBeat), Fort Knox Five, Trotter, Qdup Foundation, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, The Funk Hunters, Nappy Riddem, Basement Freaks
Review: Wow, what an epic remix package this is. It's impossible to feel short changed here as Fort Knox present not one, not two, no not even three, but eight remixes (including instrumentals) of the ever-popular Nappy Riddem cuts "Angle It" and "DTA". First up is DJ Wood who draws out the funky, vocal-driven element with dribbling melodies and trumpet-tooting fun. Next is K Sabroso's re-lick which is much more stripped back, with booming bass and amplified urban spoken lyrics adding a sense of menace. After this comes the Stickybuds' D&B remix of "DTA" which is full of punchy 175bpm madness; then the dub Architect remix which is all swaggering sauciness and shimmying dancefloor vibes for the duration. As if that wasn't enough, there are also instrumentals of all of the above.
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FKX 056
11 Dec 12
Breakbeat
11 Dec 12
Breakbeat
Played by: Voodoocuts, All Good Funk Alliance, Empresarios - El Video Killer, Nappy Riddem, Ez Icarus
Review: There are a few things you can bet your bottom dollar on in life; Fort Knox releases being funky as hell is one. And those releases getting backed up with an equally hefty remix package is another. Here's a fine example; each reversion adding a whole new party spirit to the mutli-lingual messiness of the originals. Take G-Flux's swamp stomp skank vibe on "Rompan Fila". Take Skeewiff's bold big band swing licks on "Para Mis Amigos". Take the tropical sea-side sparkles of Auditors Domination's remix of "Estereolismo". Each one a bottom-shaking, bottom-heavy, bottom dollar saving beauty.
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FKX 053
30 Oct 12
Breakbeat
30 Oct 12
Breakbeat
Review: Now here's an interesting concept. All Good Funk Alliance follow up their fourth album release with an instrumental version. At first it seems superfluous, but give it a listen and you realise their beats have just as much raw funk power as stand alone instrumentals as they do vocal party jams. It's a daring move - with acts like the AGFA, it's often the vocals that really gives the tracks character, but they've got the confidence to show just how musically adept they are. Tracks that really shine in their new-found naked state include the bouncy, bumpy bass jam "Mr Hipnoid", the superfly slap bass space session "Speaker Sweat" and the squidgy/sexy/borderline absurd synth anthem "RTA (Respect To Arcadion)".
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FKX 052
24 Jul 12
Breakbeat
24 Jul 12
Breakbeat
Played by: Prosper, Clairvo (MustBeat), Tal M. Klein, Mo-Matic, Gazeebo, Chudy, Badboe, Trotter, All Good Funk Alliance, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Dastardly Kuts, The Funk Hunters, Nappy Riddem, Basement Freaks, Arsam - Empresarios
Review: Primed with party power and whacked out on some seriously spacey synths, the All Good Funk Alliance update their already impressive repertoire with a fourth studio album. Sounding more polished and developed than ever before, this is a rare breed of album that works well as a collection of individual DJ bombs and a slick cohesive listening experience. Naturally, highlights abound and range in rich flavours from the gritty, KRS-One-meets-Plump DJs style booty shaker "Time To Get Loose" to the classic Danny Breaks style block-rocking bass and timbale fusion "Throw Down". Littered with slippery disco, raw instrumental funk and vibrant breakbeats, these cats aren't jacks at all -they're party masters.
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FKX 050
01 May 12
Breakbeat
01 May 12
Breakbeat
Played by: Mo-Matic, Zamali, Trotter, OMEGAMAN, Juno Recommends Funk, Quincy Jointz, Ancient Astronauts, Nappy Riddem, Basement Freaks, Quasamodo
Review: Nappy, or Diaper as he's not known in the US, has allowed AAA access to his album for a series of remix fix-ups due over the coming months. Will they stand up to the Bootsy-level of bodacious funkatude shown by Mr Riddem himself? It's looking promising; Fort Knox Five take the soul stirring sizzles of "Devil Needs A Bodyguard" and drive them so deep into P-funk town they eat their own A-Zs. Basement Freaks continues his purple party patch with a hip-swinging dancehall take on "Ease Up", while Omegaman gives "Shango" a shakedown, stripping it down to sultry simplicity. For even deeper vibes head straight to the rattling riddims of the Ancient Astronauts' remix of "Soundboy (Wake The Sound)" or J Boogie's deep dubby house take of "One World".
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FKX 048
10 Apr 12
Breakbeat
10 Apr 12
Breakbeat
Review: Rex Riddem and Mustafa Akbar - aka Nappy Riddem - drop this killer 10-track set entitled One World Sovereignty on Washington based funk 'n breaks label Fort Knox. As with the duo's previous outings on Fort Knox, there's an insouciant blend of breaks, funk, hip-hop and smooth soul on offer. There are highlights aplenty, including the sultry "Angle It", dubby b-boy riddim "Ease Up", reggae-influenced "DTA", the killer title track and funk-fuelled "Shango".
from $1.89
FKX 042
04 Oct 11
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
04 Oct 11
Broken Beat/Nu Jazz
