This one goes strictly to those who want it happy, hard, bouncy and chunky.
One of the ultimate heroes of Bouncy Techno and Makina sounds the man like Triple XL (a.k.a. Wayne Chapman), is about to take the masses to the other side of his imprint 'BuddaBeats'. Actually it all came up after a contact with some of his fellow producers to recreate that type of sound that he's been representing over the years among his mates.
"It began as a few phone calls, WhatsApp messages and eventually, a private Facebook group under the name ‘The 9Five Project’ – the meaning behind the project name being that the majority of us suffer a ‘9-to-5’ day job and ’95 being the year most of us were focussing on, in terms of sound and energy. Within this group we traded ideas and samples, links to free VST’s, provided help to one another and we shared YouTube links of our favourite tracks, there was also time left over to taunt pick on the less fortunate from Hull (Welshy)." recalls Wayne and instantly the team had created around 15 tracks under the styles of Bouncy Techno, Hardcore & Happy Hardcore aiming to publish and release them preferably on Vinyl.
All things considered, he felt that the right way to get these tracks out there is the BuddaBeats street. And just for the record, it initially began as a digital only label in 2011 to promote Makina and Bouncy Techno tunes by Triple XL and his friends.
"After IMODownload went bust and Trackitdown sold up, the label and artist's money along with them, BuddaBeats was left in the past." - Triple XL
The label's artwork was originally created by Jake Nicholls/Riddler and it's a nod to the 90's, moreover the Budda mascot is taken from ‘The Belly of Wisdom’ by the incredible illustrator Brandon Zamora/Experimettle. Combined, the label’s artwork is a love letter to the great labels (and their artists) that helped create and establish the Bouncy Techno, Hardcore & Happy Hardcore genres; Evolution Records, Dwarf Records, Babyboom, Revolution Records, Q-Dup Records, Samurai, ID&T, but to name a few.
BuddaBeats - The next chapter
Triple XL was determined to give a boost on his label, driving it to the next level.
"We have 90’s style music and 90’s style artwork. Therefore, I deemed it almost blasphemous to allow that to go to waste. After clearing it with the group it was decided, BuddaBeats would relaunch and give this project a brand name." says Wayne.
Going fast forward to 2022 and inspired by the likes of Kniteforce Records, Jedi Records, Cantina Cuts, Vinyl Fanatiks, Ruffneck etc. the BuddaBeats is now relaunched as a vinyl & digital label to predominantly try and reignite the 90's style 'Bouncy Techno' genre which of course, includes Hardcore, Happy Hardcore & Gabber.
"Each vinyl release would only be a limited run, with the maximum press being 100 records (per release). Of course, this leads to each release being considerably dearer than your larger distribution presses of 300+ but there are no middle-men here, there is no distribution list and I have no contacts to rely on. It’s a small, independent label and I am still trying to find my feet and, indeed, place within the world of releasing records. All I know is - this is a passion project for me and many of the lads involved but I do them to be paid for their music, I want them to see their music put on to a tangible format and I want to see them all thrive as artists but, most of all, I want to try and help to build a new found love amongst the scene for Bouncy Techno." -Triple XL
For the finale of this special feature, we let the Budda head honcho Triple XL to reveal the current roster of BuddaBeats, which is based on 7 stars involved (aside Triple XL himself). And, here we go:
An often-unsung hero of the hardcore scene. Extremely versatile and knowledgeable. A man I feel very fortunate to have known for almost 20 years, a man who’s always available to call on for help, advice and, most importantly, abuse.
One of my best friends in the world. KS1’s love for the 90’s and ability to come up with ideas and create daft-as-f*ck music makes him absolutely perfect for the group.
Based in the North East of England - MJ is know for producing many styles of music, Makina, Bounce and (thankfully, for us) Happy Hardcore/Bouncy Techno. The undisputed kind of keto brings that bouncy North East vibe to BuddaBeats.
Having known M-Project for some time from us both being producers of Makina, him being a producer I highly rate and him releasing a couple of my tracks on his ‘Bastard Pop Terrorists’ Compilations in Japan, I approached him to see if he would be interested in contributing towards the project. To me delight he loved the idea, so here he is!
Another North East based artist, well known for a string of solid Makina releases on ‘The New Monkey EP’ series and the Afterdark Music label, Neil’s love has always been for Hardcore and Bouncy Techno. It’s a pleasure to have a man of his talent releasing on BuddaBeats.
An extremely versatile producer and a man with whom I have a huge amount of respect for. We began working on music for Force 10 Records (Newcastle), ending up amongst the same circle of raves and label owners across the years. Static plays a massive role within BuddaBeats, not only producing some great Bouncy Techno but he also does the artwork for the label’s releases and has given me solid advice when it has come to getting the vinyl out there.
Another one of my best friends and one of the main reasons I got to know my way around Cubase a lot faster in those early days. Over the past 20 years, Welshy has always been there. A talented DJ and Producer and a lover of music of all varieties. Has unhealthy obsessions with M1 Pianos and Americanisms… REALLY?!!?!?
"I am trying hard to convince some of my heroes (or in some instances, even just get a reply from) to produce a track for the label. Scott Brown, Marc Smith, Slipmatt, The DJ Producer, Paul-O, Brisk, DJ Jordens… the list goes on… and on. As much as I love and have faith in the BuddaBeats sound as it is developing, it would be great to have new (but old) music from the producers that have inspired me and all of my artists over the years - the originators, the old guard. I want to thank everyone for their support with BuddaBeats.
We’re down to our last 30-ish copies of the first vinyl release (BBV001) and the second (BBV002) is due in early January 2023." - Triple XL
BBV002 - Due in early January 2023
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