Dirty Carpets Vol. 2

Dirty Carpets Vol. 2 cos you know you wanted more after the first instalment! Well, here it is, an absolute treat for lovers of that foundational rave sound going all the way back to 1990!

Shake n Vac Warriors 'Kick It With A Beat' takes it back to the super early days of Breakbeat Rave/Hardcore- think of the Kickin' Records style, championed by DJ Hype and Grant Nelson- crisp Hip Hop beats sped up to around 130BPM with strong Belgian Techno overtones. Overlord Dyson 'Get Back' (Shake n Vac Warriors Remix) continues along those lines- very much in the style of The Scientist/Kicksquad/Tigers in Space with quintessential oldskool hardcore breaks that sound so good, and an army of hoovers making melodies that could tear down walls!

#GLOWBUZZ Ep. 013:: FFF - More Than Meets The Jungle

GLOWKiD has published his new episode of #GLOWBUZZ, coming along with an exclusive interview with Jungle don FFF talking jungle music, records and loads of other interesting stuff.

Plus, there's an exclusive footage of him djing at the age of 12.

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FFF (real name: Tommy de Roos) is a veteran producer and DJ from Rotterdam, The Netherlands, known for his high-velocity fusion of Breakcore, Jungle, and Rave. Active since the mid-1990s, he is regarded as one of the early innovators of the breakcore scene and a key figure in shaping its Raggacore and Digital Hardcore offshoots.

Born in Vlissingen in 1979, Tommy began DJing in the early ’90s using two turntables without pitch control - mixing Rave, Techno, and
rare UK Breakbeat Hardcore imports he sourced from local record shops. His early experiments in music production included tape loops, vinyl samples, feedback, and sounds from his sister’s keyboard. A major turning point came when his family bought a PC, and friends introduced him to tracker software - an approach that would define his intricate, sample-heavy style.

In the mid-’90s, he founded the DIY cassette label Orange Socks, releasing his own material as well as music by friends and underground artists met through tape-trading. His first vinyl release came in 2001 via France based Necromaniacs Industry, and from there he built a prolific discography with releases on respected labels including PRSPCT, Murder Channel, Planet Mu, Sprengstoff, Hong Kong Violence, Clash Records, Myor Massiv, Fresh 86, Diamond Life, Future Retro, Straight Up Breakbeat, Blueskinbadger Records, but to name a few.

FFF’s first full-length album, "20.000 Hardcore Members Can’t Be Wrong," was released in 2011 on Japan’s Murder Channel, followed by "Keep The Fire" (2013) and "In Fear" (2016). His most recent LP, "Part of the Order" (2021, Fresh 86), reflects his continued evolution into atmospheric, melody-driven jungle while retaining the energy and grit of his breakcore roots.

Together with Bong-Ra, he organized the legendary Breakcore a Go-Go parties at The Waterfront in Rotterdam, one of Europe’s first regular Breakcore nights. When that series ended in 2004, FFF continued promoting with the monthly Wreck Havoc events, further solidifying his role as a central figure in the European underground.

Since the mid-2010s, FFF has shifted toward more refined and melodic Jungle and hardcore sounds, aligning with a new generation of producers such as Coco Bryce, Tim Reaper, and Tommy the Cat. He's collaborated with Coco Bryce on multiple split EPs and has released on pivotal modern Jungle imprints, helping to lead the genre's global resurgence. In 2012, he co-founded Encounters Records alongside Copacod and Newk, operating from their home base in Rotterdam. The label focused on experimental electronics and bass-heavy hybrids, staying true to the city's long-standing DIY tradition.

Currently, FFF focuses on producing, touring, and running his own vinyl label 3AM Eternal, where he continues to push the boundaries of Jungle, Hardcore, and Breakbeat with a strong DIY ethos and an ear for both nostalgia and innovation.

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Dream Frequency remastered back catalogue & unreleased cuts

With Bandcamp Day fast approaching on 2nd of May, rave legend Dream Frequency is blessing fans with a long-awaited treasured request: their entire back catalogue among some previously unreleased material, fully remastered for 2025

UK Dance pioneer Ian Bland, the driving force behind Dream Frequency, has revisited the golden era of 1990-1995, giving fresh life to anthems that defined a generation of ravers. Following a message through his social, Ian Bland stated:

"Hey Guys , been asked for my back catalogue SO many times so I've Remastered all the Dream Frequency Tracks just for you! Totally Digitally Remastered in my studio for 2025. Premium Listening (And Raving !! lol). Thanks for all your support." 

There is a large variety of iconic records like the chart-toppers 'Feel So Real' and 'Take Me', or the 'Love, Peace and Harmony EP,' featuring vocals by the late Denise Johnson, alongside dancefloor classics like 'Techno Worship' and the rare vinyl-only cut 'Satisfaction'.

One of the biggest surprises comes in the form of the ultra-rare 'One Nation EP,' now reissued with a 2025 update, a remix from Blame, and bonus tracks 'Free My Mind' and 'Just A Rub A Dub' - the latter never saw an official digital release.

And it doesn't stop there.

Among all these beaties, there is a full collection of 16 unreleased live tracks, recorded at legendary venues like Pleasuredome, Amnesia Wedding, Kelly's, Bowlers, The Orbit, Rezerection, and more. Obviously, all tracks have been remastered with the same care.

Worth to name a few of them:

• 'Angels Intro' (unreleased PA track 1993)
• 'Angels Song' (unreleased PA track 1993)
• 'Beat Pound' (unreleased PA track 1992) Hit man and her performance )
• 'Electricity' (unreleased PA track 1993)
• 'Euro' (unreleased PA track 1994.)
• 'Feel so Real' alt version 1992 Unreleased
• 'Feel the Music' (unreleased PA track 1994)
• 'Get on Up' (1994 unreleased re master)
• 'H Techno' (unreleased PA track 1994
• 'Let's Dance' (unreleased track 1994
• 'Mass' (unreleased PA track 1994
• 'Music'(unreleased PA track 1994
• 'Praise' (unreleased PA track 1994)
• 'Tear it up' (unreleased PA track 1994)
• 'The Creator' (unreleased PA track 1992)
• 'Unity' (unreleased PA track 1994)
• 'Your Love is Real' (Unreleased Pa track 1992)

One of the founding members of UK rave energy brings out his luminous productions for an enormous remaster project, appropriate for every oldskool DJ and fan.

With Bandcamp waiving its fees on the upcoming Bandcamp Day on 2nd of May, 100% of every purchase will go directly to the artists making it the perfect moment to show support and celebrate in this case a true legend of the scene. Mark your calendars. May 2 is the..Dream Frequency Day!

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