Tokyo tag-team Kei and Nagi Sugano, aka Dazzle Drums, have been responsible for secret weapons in the bags of some of the finest DJs since their debut in 2005. In addition to supporting Danny Krivit each time he plays in Tokyo, the duo periodically floats him exclusive edits to test out during his expansive sets. Two of these in particular have become regular features on M. K’s dance floors, and it is these prime choices that have been selected for the latest release on Most Excellent Unlimited. "Brothers Gonna Work It Out" takes the cinematic soul classic and toughens it up with a propulsive drum track and immaculate editing to extend and energize the already powerful tune. "Get Down Boy" is a relentlessly driving disco cut whose dramatic synth-and-string heavy instrumentation provides a plush bed for seductive female vocals before giving way to a tremendous bass break that is certain to leave dancers in a sweat. Reverently mastered and spread over a wide-grooved 12-inch single, it’s another MEU sure-shot.
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The UK & Japan come at us again in quite an effective way. Japanese dance outfit and recent Nite Grooves mainstay, Dazzle Drums, release their latest electric effort “Eastern Winds” with a deep zappy re-rub by UK (by way of Portugal) mega producer Rui Da Silva. Responsible for some legendary productions including Underground Sounds of Lisbon and runner of Kismet and Kaos Records, he brings his light techy flair without missing a beat. The synthier, zap-happier, more cinematic Original Mix comes in for those who like a tad more drama in their instrumentals. More

By now Dazzle Drums and Nite Grooves are old friends. This being their 5th release on the label, the beat goes on and carries us with it. 'Gypsyman' turns out an organic bent out of shape (we didn't say warped!), percussive, almost dubby, instrumental delight. This is one of the definite moods one would hear at say, The Shelter. It's got that kind of clubby rhythmic organic vibe. Call it what you will; We call it hot. 'Tokyo Deep' that follows is a more upbeat instrumental full of synth Moog sounds and overflowing washes. Very car chase or early 80's Stalk-You Cinema, catch the drama while you can! More

Direct from Japan is Dazzle Drums with their latest double a-sided releasae. "Nami" is a tripped out loungey mover with expansive synth stabs throught. A deep faded bassline is added with a classic house hi-hat rounds out the sound. Flip for "Aso"a mellow instrumental for the chill room. Jazzy piano riffs, strings, light clavs and bubbly bass line all combine for a warm deep sound. A well rounded release should appe al to your tech house, dub house and deep enthusiasts alike. More

That snappy dresser Gator Boots is back in town, this time bringing Sol Power All-Stars in tow for a four tracker of unquestionable fire.

On the A, a deep, soulful house flip of an R&B classic as Sol Power All-Stars take on Brandy - Full Moon featuring keyboardist Will Rast, formerly of the Brooklyn-based legendary afrobeat band Antibalas and also of DC-based The Funk Ark. Will delivers warm chords and a blistering moog solo that works perfectly with the afro house production. Following that ‘Water Drip’ has a familiar sample, completely recontextualized into a midtempo acid-tinged chugger. Perfect for the heavy warm-ups or the late night dance floor freaks.

On the B side, no one is funkier than the J.B.s but the Sol Power All-Stars put their stamp on this groovy classic. Part bruk, part acid, all funk! And rounding it all off, a reggae disco Classique Peter Tosh - Buk in Hamm Palace gets the Sol Power treatment with added heft, percussion, and extended dub to the original. Start it from the top for the vocal or at the halfway point if you just want that deep dubby disco goodness.

DJ Support:

Soul Clap, SONNS, Paula Tape, Dazzle Drums, Sam Proper, Delfonic, Will Clarke, A-track, Dennis Ferrer, Ray Mang, Kiko Navarro, Mabhew Dear, Mano Le Tough, Terry Farley More

Gator Boots strapped up and ready to wade in, Jacques Renault leads the expedition with four globetrotting gems, reworked, reloved and rejuvenated with the dancefloor squarely in his sights. One side a double shot of sun-soaked energy and the flip, two late night stompers ready to let loose. More

Gator Boots returns… On the A side, Roy deeply flipped and reinterpreted with underground appeal for the discerning DJ. On the B side, an absolute Wonder classic. Rounding it out 'Send a Letter', expanded and splashed out with lush pads, warmth and a lil' drum machine flex to boot! More

A1 – Zommbie
B1 - Suffering and Smiling

Gator Boots returns with two dancefloor ready edits of African legend Fela Kuti brought to you by Rudimental member Piers Aggets’ new Rotate38 project. More

A1 - Underneath The Lights
B1 - Can't Stop The Jump

Ancient Deep strap up and wade on down into the Gator Boots waters with a two track EP of razor-sharp heaters.

Capturing that disco exuberance, adding a taste of Ancient Deep flair and reworking them into DJ friendly, dancefloor cuts – it’s a must once again from the Gator Boots camp. More

Gator Boots returns for lucky 13. Three edgy edits from Italian outfit Blue Mondays. Including longtime favorite White Wedding and other unexpected dance floor excursions. More

“We’re going to Graceland! Soul Clap returns giving one of Paul Simon’s most beloved records in history that signature edit ‘tidal-wave of emotion’ touch that has taken so many other classics and brought them into new light for Today’s dance floor. The nostalgia is in full effect as this 1985 anthem takes the boys right back in their formative school years.”
“The Clap flips this Paul Simon and Ladysmith Black Mambazo sample into a tribal house groover. Propelled by tube driven drum machines, cascading scales and melodies, Lady Smith’s rooted in the raw sounds of bygone synths nurtured back to life”
“Soul Clap breaks the main mix down to its bare essentials on this drum tool bringing the rhythms to the forefront highlighting the vocal chant that gives the original record its signature feeling” More

The latest edition of Gator Boots is a split 12” with edits that cut straight to the dancefloor.
On the A Side Boston’s Trip Report pays R.E.S.P.E.C.T. with an acid workout. On the flip G Markus freaks a dancehall classic with some more acid and smooths out a forgotten 2000’s r&b gem. More