Southern Fried Records isn't your average record label. Founded in 1994 by Norman Cook, better known by his stage name Fatboy Slim, Southern Fried has carved a unique niche in the electronic music scene for over two decades.
Their mission? To champion innovative sounds that defy categorization. From the genre-bending breaks of The 2 Bears to the electro-funk stylings of Armand Van Helden, Southern Fried has consistently fostered a roster of groundbreaking artists.
But their reach extends beyond the dance floor. The label has surprised fans with unexpected releases, including collaborations with music legends like Elton John. This willingness to experiment and push boundaries has kept Southern Fried fresh and exciting over the years.
Southern Fried's impact isn't limited to established names. They've also been a launchpad for rising stars like Maribou State and Crookers. By nurturing new talent alongside industry veterans, the label ensures a vibrant and diverse soundscape.
Looking back Southern Fried's legacy is undeniable. They've not only released iconic tracks, but have also helped shape the evolution of electronic music. With a forward-thinking approach and a commitment to artistic freedom, Southern Fried promises to keep pushing boundaries and igniting dance floors for years to come.
Review: Fresh from celebrating 500 releases via a now-rare outing from label founder Fatboy Slim (the low-slung heaviness of 'Role Model'), Southern Fried Records turns to rising stars SOBSTORY, AKA sometime Shall Not Fade aligned twosome Alex Camp and Samuel O'Neill. Title track 'On My Ones' is a typically infectious and energy-packed affair, with the duo wrapping high-register melodic motifs, cut-up vocal snippets, picturesque synth sounds and acid-style electronics around a breathlessly sweat-soaked tech-house beat. On 'Tears Never Dry', they maintain the same techno-tempo approach, with glassy-eyed female vocals rising above pulsating synth bass, trance-style fills and a big, Hi-NRG influenced bassline.
Review: Camille Doe returns to Southern Fried with what could be two late summer anthems. "When I'm With You" sees the Paris-based DJ combine crescendo inducing snares and spine-tingling filters. These elements provide the backdrop for a beautifully soulful vocal, resulting in a true feel-good affair that is tailor made for party sets. The title track is based on a similar aesthetic. Drawing on rave influences, Doe fuses an old school house rhythm with euphoria inducing rave riffs. She even adds some hip-hop scratches and vocal samples into the mix. It sounds like Southern Fried has got a hit on its hands.
Review: The mid-90s are back in a big way, so Norman Cook has decided to revisit one of his biggest cuts from the period in the company of rising star Lexa Hill - the carnival-ready heaviness of 'Sex On The Streets', a breathless, whistle-endowed club hit from 1995 first released under his lesser celebrated Pizzaman alias. The pair's re-make - a slightly more house-centric but no less incendiary take - comes backed with an even sweatier Fatboy Slim re-edit. The riffs, beats and big builds are still there - tweaked a little for added excitement - but the biggest change is the addition of a stretched-out breakdown that makes much more of the 1995 original's quirky, hippie-era spoken word samples, which feature an American TV evangelist warning of a collapse in moral standards.
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