Nectax - Swinging Flavors #16 [Beat Machine Records]

Better late than never for a release like this one above.

Italian based Beat Machine Records expands its "Swinging Flavors" series with No.16 release, driven by Newcastle producer Nectax.

His "Cool Runnings" draws heavily from the dubbed-out, stripped-back feel of mid-'90s jungle, pairing rolling basslines and razor-sharp breakbeats with a polished mix that gives every drum hit and sub frequency added weight. On the flip, Fracture reshapes the original into a more intense club weapon, layering fractured rhythms, restless percussion, and sharper bass movements while preserving the laidback spirit at its core.

Together, the two cuts capture the evolving identity of the Swinging Flavors series, following standout contributions from Ac1d Vicious, DJ Sofa, and Ornette Hawkins. This release is available on 7" vinyl including collection card and stickers and digital.

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Beat Machine Records · [BMRSF016] Swinging Flavors #16 - Nectax

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Jay Strata - Electro Shockwave [Ozone Recordings]

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