Dubz in Unity: A Night of Jungle & DnB in Support of Medical Aid for Palestine

On March 21st, Bristol’s Loco Klub will shake to the sounds of Jungle, Techstep, and Drum & Bass as Militant Music and Quantum Audio join forces for Dubz in Unity—a high-energy night with a cause.

More than just a rave, Dubz in Unity is a fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), bringing together DJs, MCs, and ravers to stand in solidarity through music. With Quantum Audio’s mighty sound system powering the night, expect nothing less than wall-to-wall bassweight and relentless breakbeats.

The lineup is stacked with talent:

🔥 Jungyalsngays Takeover ft. Miggs b2b Lingz

🔥 Seretonin b2b Glinks

🔥 Skywalka

🔥 Deselecta

🔥 Mizdameaner b2b Mina

🔥 Krash Dubz b2b Aerbreak

Hosting duties are covered by Stezzy, 50cal, Achiya, and Sleazebag, ensuring the energy stays high from start to finish.

Every penny from ticket sales goes directly to Medical Aid for Palestine, supporting crucial medical relief efforts. Whether you’re there for the music, the cause, or both, this is a night to rave with purpose.

🎟️ Tickets available now—secure yours and be part of the movement. https://www.headfirstbristol.co.uk/whats-on/loco-klub/fri-21-mar-dubz-in-unity-fundraising-for-m-a-p-124706#e124706

Bass Scoops Radio Presents : Myriad Recordings @ Cosies Bristol February 28th 2025

Right this is serious… none of my  crap jokes and bizarre musical references that go  off at tangents that  would give Salvador Dali a headache .

 

I’m putting on my first “night” on Friday February 28^th 2025 at the legendary Cosies in Bristol. I have to pinch myself and take a moment to appreciate this ya know.  It’s going to be a  night of high quality "proper" drum n bass and jungle. I’m doing this with my good friend and label boss of the  excellent  Myriad Recordings, Wills -E.  Myriad is an example of a label done right, high quality music, beautifully pressed and presented vinyl with a rosta of artists and remixers that represents the very best in the scene.  If you haven't heard of them before get over to their bandcamp in the link above and check them out. They are one of those buy on sight labels that you don't even need to hear the tune before pulling the BC trigger,  you will not be disappointed.

 

The  opportunity to do this night has  been possible due to the wonderful UK network of underground jungle, drum n bass & hardcore, more about that later as part of my enthralling Bass Scoops Radio origin story, of which the film rights are available to the highest bidder. ( Editors Note – Are we able to bid on IT to  not ever being available also, as we suffer enough via your blog reports Scoops!)

 

I promised no crap jokes and I’ve  probably already lost half the readers I’m sure  so back to the night…Sorry,

 

The line up is top quality! Wicked DJ’s, Producers  and MC’s  the lot of em! 

 

·      Madcap 

·      PHD 

·      Codex

·      EKTO1 

·      Wills - E

·      Solitude

·      DNA

 

I can guarantee you’re going to hear some brilliant selections with this crew dropping exclusives, vip’s and dubs amongst no doubt a few classics. If I wasn’t  do'ing the door I’d be trainspotting next to  the booth  all night long armed with a  specially  hacked black op’s version of shazzam (the one that doesn’t confuse early 91 aardcore with  2003 tech house  compilations like I seem to have installed on my phone  ) and the GLR pages of Discogs printed out ready to go.

 

As mentioned  earlier ,  this night came about by  nature of the wonderful underground of breakbeat leaning music in the UK.  Our  music scene is a gift and a daily example of the best of people imho , yeah there  is some mad  orrible stuff true but stick with me here people I’m having a misty eyed moment (Editors Note – Not even hay fever season to blame this on Scoops eh?)

 

My whole Bass Scops Radio  “thing “ owes these guys a lot. Via the excellent Black Gold Vinyl Fair ( Bristol 2022 edition) I  first met Wills-E  Myriad, Madcap (Creative Wax)  and the  man like Codex  on their record stall; and all were gracious enough  to  grant me  my first ever interviews that became the first ever Bass Scoops Radio interview show. To give some nerdy bloke   the time of day is one thing but to entrust their words to tape is something  I’ll be forever grateful for and  it definitely  helped me get my little show off the ground for sure. Big up's and nuff respect!

 

This led to a number of friendly hello’s over the coming years at different events leading to a few "volunteer" shifts minding the Myriad / Creative Wax stall at Bunters also wonderful  Rave Story at Elektrowerx in London while Wills -E went off to strut his stuff on the dancefloor (apparently he could have gone pro dancing bitd  I’m told…  sorry Will 😅).  Culminating  in an invite to  cover the Myriad and Smooth n Groove Whitney event back in the summer of last year, listen back here to what was fantastic night of DnB inclusive of interviews with PHD and Villem amongst others. It was at this night that the idea was hatched to bring this line up a little further  west to Bristol and my most favourite venue ever, the legendary Cosies. I’m sure there’s some magical acoustic property of those sweaty  underground cellars that’s helps the bass boom that bit more  ya’know.

So if you can make  it , do come and say hello. I’ll be the fat bloke with a beard  on the door, looking very happy with life whilst faffing with a sum up machine ,  nodding along to the music wafting out of that cellar and  asking randoms for track id’s…

 

To next time dear breakbeatr’z

John Bass Scoops 

Flobama’s Orion Sound: A Cosmic Fusion of Jungle and Lo-Fi Hip-Hop

Astrophonica continues its genre-bending legacy with Orion Sound, the debut release from Austin, TX-based finger-drummer and beatmaker Flobama. A raw, psychedelic take on Jungle infused with lo-fi textures and instrumental Hip-Hop foundations, this EP bridges the Atlantic, blending the energy of UK Hardcore with the laid-back groove of U.S. beat culture.

Known for his live sets on the Roland SP-404, Flobama has shared stages with Blue Lab Beats, Shigeto, and The Alkaholiks, while also cultivating a strong online following through Patreon and collaborations with Red Bull Music Academy and Roland. Orion Sound is the sound of an artist deeply embedded in Hip-Hop’s rhythmic discipline but drawn to the chaotic, celestial world of Jungle.

At the core of this release is the Amigo Sampler, a digital recreation of the Commodore Amiga—the machine that helped define early UK Jungle and Hardcore. While stateside producers leaned on Akai MPCs and the E-Mu SP1200 to craft their lo-fi beats, UK junglists like Bizzy B, Equinox, Urban Shakedown, and Paradox were pushing the Amiga to its limits. Orion Sound takes that legacy and filters it through Flobama’s own lens, resulting in an EP that feels both retro and futuristic, DIY and meticulously crafted.

The four tracks move between hypnotic loops, warped breakbeats, and deep, rolling basslines—drawing comparisons to Machinedrum, Om Unit, and DJ Rashad, yet refusing to sit neatly in any category. It’s not quite Footwork Jungle, but it lives in that same transatlantic space, where Texas sunshine meets the sweat and bass of an East London rave.

For those looking to tap into the EP’s sonic DNA, Fracture and Flobama have created the Orion Sound Sample Pack—255 handcrafted sounds built from Korg SV2 keys, a Mackie 1604 desk, and various hardware samplers, all processed through the Amigo. Expect crunchy breaks, saturated bass, and hazy pads, drenched in low-bit magic.

Orion Sound drops March 7th, 2025, on 12” vinyl and digital via Astrophonica, complete with artwork by Utile Creative and a collaboration with label boss Fracture.

🔗 Pre-order now and prepare for lift-off. https://boomkat.com/products/orion-sound?taxon_id=107767

FFF - Everyday Junglist Podcast-Episode 597

The Everyday Junglist Podcast features exclusive drum n' bass/jungle mixes from world class dj's, who create a vibe through their passion for music!!

For their new episode, numbered 597, they host the one and only FFF (Triple Times F). FFF's mix features banger after banger, including a few from the man himself!!

This is guaranteed to make that body bounce, FFF killing it again!

Tracklist:

FFF - Gold Dust

T-Cuts - Soundbwoy Dead

Champa B & Tim Reaper - Fleetwood

Berman - Oldschool

Krust - One Stop Mr Driver

Fez The Kid - The Sign

Dj Sofa - T4T

Dr Shemp - Under Control

Atlas & K Super - Talk To Frank

Dj Mindhunter - Mindthief

Neekeetone - Burning In The Dance

Arkyn - Anything You Want

Toby Ross - Barracks

Dope On Plastic - A Sowndbwoyz Nightmare

Coco Bryce - Bubble Tea

FFF - Big Taste

Listen

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Calling The Hardcore - Day/All-Nighter (30th August 2025)

 

Calling The Hardcore posse are you here?
Get ready for one of the most electrifying events of the year and something not that usual tha is the forthcoming Calling The Hardcore - Day/All-Nighter at The Volks Nightclub. This groundbreaking event promises to be a Hardcore Rave celebration like no other, with 15 hours of relentless music, exclusive vinyl releases, limited-edition merchandise, and performances from some of the biggest names in the Hardcore scene.

Event Details:Date: 30th August 2025
Venue: The Volks Nightclub
Tickets: Available now at www.raveradiorecords.com
Event Time: 15 Hours of non-stop, hi-nrg Hardcore

Artist Lineup:

The first wave of artists is already making waves, featuring some legendary names and fresh talent:

• Grooverider (Rage set)
• Sublove (Earth Recordings – Production Set)
• Ratty
• Mastersafe
• Luna-C
• Tim Reaper
• Z-Neo (LIVE - New Album Launch)
• Kaylene Sc@r

… and many more exciting names to be announced!

Early Bird Tickets were sold out.

Grab asap the Standard Advance by £15 on the link above:

https://www.raveradiorecords.com/product/calling-the-hardcore-day-all-nighter/

Exclusive Event Attractions:

This is an experience like no other, with a jam-packed lineup of attractions to make your day and night unforgettable

15 HOURS OF NON-STOP HARDCORE MUSIC

Over 20 Artists Performing

Massive Outdoor Sun Terrace Area

LIMITED EDITION 12" VINYL RELEASES (Exclusive pressings for attendees)

LIMITED EDITION MERCHANDISE

SURPRISE FREEBIES for everyone

RAVE RADIO RECORDS STALL

Awesome RC1 Sound Systems

LIVE LASER SHOWS

270° Custom Visuals

Re-Entry Allowed

... and so much more to be revealed!

This event is set to become the ultimate hardcore summer social of 2025, actually the South Coast's Hardcore Summer Social 2025 with exclusives like vinyl and merchandise, plus groundbreaking live A/V performances you won’t see anywhere else and also loads of banging sets!

Grooverider will perform at CTH 2025

Glowkid Pres. Generation X [Radioshow] - Aaja Channel 2 (14 01 25)

 

 TRACKLIST 

Moby - Feeling So Real 2024 [2024,Little Idiot/Mute]

pa​Ste - I Need You [2021,free download]

Bootys Void - Track 1 [2024,Step Sister Records]

DJ Sofa - Zion Gates (Tim Reaper remix) [2023,Straight Up Breakbeat]

Fflwcs - Candylooper [2024,self-release]

Shitmat - Global Hypercolour (Virus Mix) [2012,self-release]

Cheff The Boy - Is That U [2024,NOT 4 HUMAN CONSUMPTION]

Hot Mayo - Old Skool!! [unsigned]

Stu Armstrong - Whistles And The Horns [2024,CX Recordings]

Coco Bryce - You Care Because They Do [2022,Cat In The Bag]

Danny Goliger - Twister [2021,FV Records]

Cheetah - The One [2022,free download]

Ill 005 Side A [2020,Ill Behaviour]

DieTrax vs FFF - Get Hyper [2013,Murder Channel]

JMKL - ImpendanceIzUseless [2017,Suck Puck Recordsz]

Dave Skywalker - Arena [2016,Off Me Nut]

The Prodigy - Claustrophobic Sting (Neorev Remix) [2024,Brainkiller]

Empirion - Narcotic Influence (Meat Beat Manifesto Mix) [1996,XL]

CHOON TO GLOW: Dune - Hardcore Vibes [1995,Urban]

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The 12" Vinyl debut by Planet Justice

A - Up In The Air

AA - Planets & Stars

Planet Justice kicks off its journey with the debut vinyl release from Orestiz, a Stockholm based producer whose work resonates with breakbeat culture’s spirit of innovation and raw energy. Orestiz, whose name evokes ancient Greek mythology, is a producer embedded deep within the heart of the Greek Nu-Rave movement. Known for his outstanding Hardcore Breaks style delivered in various labels like Intensive Recordings, Dred Collective, Strictly Nuskool, Hardcore Lives, and Sharkfin Records, Orestiz is a Prodigy offspring and his style is inspired quite a lot from Liam Howlett's 'Experience' material as well as his breakdance days and classic piano studies. In other words, he is the son of high-energy, uplifting melodies, intricate breakbeats, and occasional nods to nostalgic chipmunk samples that add a unique charm to his sound.

His proud 2-track EP encapsulates the melodic complexity and storytelling that the label aims to champion, making a statement in the Nu-Rave movement with tracks that bridge the uplifting and darker sides of the genre.

Kicking off with 'Up In The Air', which crafts a journey that mirrors the push-and-pull of emotions, navigating the listener through fluctuating atmospheres. It captures a sense of freedom and anticipation and it blends euphoric, energetic highs with shadowy, introspective moments. On the flipside, 'Planets & Stars' takes us on an unpredictable adventure across the galaxy. It marks a wild ride, characterized by pulsating breaks and vibrant melodies that tease and surprise at every turn. This tune has no rules. And eventually the Hardcore sounds have no rules. So, this slammer would remind you a lot of The Prodigy's 'Experience' carrying a playful intensity, full of moments that feel like discovering uncharted territories, allowing the listener’s imagination to soar into realms untold. A serious badboy mission!

Planet Justice’s debut is a significant marker in the genre’s evolution. With Orestiz at the helm, the release is a celebration of the breakbeat movement’s rich history, fused with fresh, exciting ideas and contemporary style. As a fan and supporter of Orestiz’s work, the promise of new adventures within the label’s sound is evident. This EP is an engaging first step into a future full of surprises.

This release goes out on a limited number of 12" vinyl - No digitals

BUY

Bandcamp - Kniteforce - Deejay.de - Disco Piu - Defstar - HHV - Redeye

Juno - Moin Vinyl - Horizons Music

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Aerbreak - Not Your Average Station – Militant Music

This release is very much “on brand”  with the mission of Strictly Nu-Skool bringing you the latest breakbeat hardcore  and on time, as this release has just hit the airwaves  physically as it has conceptually (more on that later ) released January 31^st –  Available now via  the Militant  Music Bandcamp  - HERE!

 

Aerbreak brings us what I believe, via my online research, is his  first fully fledged album! What an Album it is too. Not Your Average Station follows in the footsteps  of the long traditions of albums belonging to the concept/pretend radio station tip. if that sounds a bit naff at first read do  check out via this link just one list of those artists that have trodden this path before. 

As described  by the label. The year is 2125, Earth is a barren wasteland, rave music is banned and everyone is forced to listen to Yung Blud by a tyrannical regime.. Suspended in space within his fortress of hardcore, Aerbreak stands as the last hope for delivering quality rave music—broadcasting the Militants’ final cosmic frequencies to the remaining underground crews....

I can faithfully tell you now Dear Breakbeat’rz that Aerbreak has really nailed it. Not Your Average Station  supplies a lovely sci-fi-esque anarcho   radio station vibe coming through the imagined broadcast airwaves throughout the album, replete with intro’s, interludes and outro sections.

Aerbreak is a producer and DJ that very much focuses on the breakbeat raving sound, with releases on Duckland, Fun Sponge Records and of course  the flipping amazing Militant Music. I had the very good fortune to meet  Aerbreak and the Militant Music crew at South London’s very own destination music Shop Planet Wax – Link  -on a night they were running last summer with the  rest of the crew of height calibres selectors  like Deselecta (who rolled out a stormer of a mix for  us back in in this show here), Serotonin, Krash Dubs ( props for the promo action comrade), Arfboy , Glinks and more. 

 

This is undoubtedly his boldest project to date , 12 tracks including one tune that’s a collaboration with Tom Oakley on the tune Gravity Trap.  All proper concept albums don’t just roll out the tunes and Aerbreak has definitely read the “how to make your first conceptual musical masterpiece” manual.

And so to the tunes …

 

After the enticing  intro sections things really get down to  business with  Interference Pattern , as featured in my latest John Bass Scoops masterclass  of half-arsed  mixing demonstration , utilising the classic Prodigy , a little bit of bass a little bit of drums sample . Oh that intro brings the goosebumps , breaks kick in, rolling subs - yep this is the bizness. Aerbreak you have forever won a place deep in my heart. 

 

Segueing into Mindstate with a change up in tempo delivered with the subtly of a 93 top class dj set , think Tango n Ratty on their game at a repurposed ice rink somewhere of the M6 .

 

And it just keeps getting better , hardcore break beat anthem’s you never heard before again, again and again.  If you wanted to be a spoilsport you’d say this is just another rave revivalist pastiche of plagiarism , but if you truly love this music ( which I know you do Dear Breakbeat’rz) then you’ve just found your soundtrack for 2025. 

 

By the time you get to Chromium Dreams you’re  making shapes in a pair of white gloves holding glow sticks stinking of Vicks to the complete horror/amusements of the colleagues in tour workplace - this album needs a health warning to be only listened too in rave friendly environments , it’s that flippin good! 

 

Aerbreak knows that by this point he needs to chill us out so we get another nod to the concept album box of tricks with a funky hip hop interlude Adrenaline High , that comes in like a trip to the bar for a quick drink then back to the floor for System Overload . Onwards it's that’s colab with Tom Oakley I mentioned , arguably the most modern sounding track on the album , a little bit trancey but good trancey, if you know what I mean … Harry! (Editors note - naff joke / pop culture reference alert for oldies ).

 

Orbit - banger. then into Autopilot for bit of lovely 303 bizness with your breaks bit of a tuffer n ruffer flavour that’s more 5am darkness than pre club drinks for sure . 

 

Wrapping it up his a chill out outro Pulse of the Machine , that would have had Dr Alex Paterson swaying in the back room amongst the bean bags and joss sticks , replete with pan pipes , yes Pan pipes ! It’s an inspired end to imho is one of the standout releases of 2025 and it’s not even February ! 

 

To next time Dear Breakbeatr'z