Review: Undoubtedly one of the most anticipated releases of 2020, legendary UK producer DJ Krust makes a comeback with his first release in 14 years, and rather surprisingly on Crosstown Rebels - of all labels. It will appeal to the Drum phunk crew, bit of dubbyness, but it will also be appreciated by the more musical and funky D&B. Last but not least we got Stunna & Release with a track that sort of comes from different markets. Its all about the vibe, and the vibe is strong. Spinor delivered a very stripped down minimal Dbrige sort of tune.
Just a great track with great edits, great music and rolling beats. Implex 'Shape of time', a breathtaking journey with great bleeps, peeps and melodies and a musical hook that will stick to your mind for ever. Wicked deep tunes that are mainly made for listening pleasure and early DJ sets. Stunna & Release - 'Halucinate': Implex-'Shape of time': Spinor-'Revenge Drum Origins -16th Chapter.' This 4th disc includes the Fokuz all time favorites. Again atmosphere is the keyword in this tune. The tune is somewhat different than many tunes around, but once you hear the congas, toms and little drum edits, you're gonna be locked. Physics & Resound-'Starshade': Physics & Resound are representing the Fokuz Drum phunkaholic side of tings. It still got that typical Soulproof techy touch, but the overall vibe is raw, rugged and rolling. The tunes are still funky and melodic, while the beats are more fierce, sharp and very heavy. Soulproof - 'Whisper in my ear': Soulproof steps in from a more dubby angle. A lightweight funky roller with a touch of Neuro inspired bassline bizzniz. Loads of layers, sounds, melodies, basslines and edits all over the place. This guy is the master in producing & building vibe around a tune. Syncopix-'Treat me right': Once again something completely different from Syncopix. A wicked stepper that needs to be played at high volume.
Of course we feel this is their best to date. Ranging from V rec till Phuzion, Phunkphiction and many others its now time that they deliver a track to Fokuz. With tracks out on almost every funky label around. Crispy old school breaks, very wicked atmosphere and a tearing Reece that gets it going on the dancefloor.!! Kubiks & Lomax - 'Destiny Calling': K&L are probably the most active producers around at the moment. This is the A side baby: Autumn & ICR Yesterday: Autumn, a new collective from the states teaming up With Hungarian ICR. Solid deep heavy basslines with a great atmosphere, definitely a tool for the floor. Dark dubby stabs, subtle dubby sounds and samples alongside verrrry crispy rolling breaks.