Review: No prizes for guessing what's going on here, as Leeds based Bomb Strikes label round up some of the best bits from their 2023 catalogue. The Niceguys' distinctly Prince-esque opener 'Strip It' sets the tone for a collection that draws mostly on hip-hop, funk and breaks for inspiration, with the emphasis firmly on uptempo, party-hearty vibes - see the fast 'n' furious rapping on Boca 45's '45s', the fat, squelchy funk of Tom Booze's 'T-Funk' (a track that wears its influences proudly in its title), or Nat Tate's charmingy, organic take on Gala classic 'Freed From Desire'. But there's room, too, for Bazza Ranks, Turnstyle & Venessa Jackson's cheesy-but-irresistible disco-houser 'Back To You', as well as Kraak & Smaak's driving, euphoric 'Get Live, Get Down', making for a strong, varied package overall.
Review: The musical resurgence of legendary bass DJ Kissy Sellout has been something quite incredible to behold, and nothing described it better than this brand new LP by the name of 'Style From The Westside'. It's jam packed with high profile collaborations, including the weighty vocal shells of Dread MC on 'Killin It' and 'Dub For Ya Speaker' alongside Worthing based Tengu. For us the highlights have to be the super creative bass design of 'Gangster', the more melodic rolls and tasteful vocal stabs of 'Badboy' and of course 'Step Back', featuring some precisely sliced vocal sample additions from Duke, alongside the classic bassline influences of JG. Great work!
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