Essential Free Download: Author "Jah Live (J. Robinson's Lion Heart Version)"

It's no secret that we've been championing the sounds of Author for some time now. Made up of UK producers, Ruckspin and Jack Sparrow, the duo's second album, "Forward Forever",  became a cult classic in bass music circles. For me, the standout track on that album was, "Jah Live", a deep, dubbed out rocker, pulsating with reggae riddims. Now the track has been remixed by J. Robinson, who keeps the dub in place, but rather than broken beats, uses a traditional house music pulse as the backbone. Listen below and grab your free download!



Special Thanks: Author, Ruckspin, Jack Sparrow, J. Robinson for this sick remix, proper bass music and the impressive Outlook Music Festival. 

Essential Weekend Listening: Grab a Free Download of the Awesome New Traveler Single "Drift"

We haven't stopped playing the Traveler remix of Mark Morrison's "Return of the Mack" and now the West Coast production duo have just delivered their new single, "Drift," which they've made available as a Free Download! Featuring that super sexy booty bass and some gorgeous melodies that haven't been this delicious since early MiMOSA music - this is most definitely a group to watch out for in 2014!

Listen and Download Traveler's "Drift" via SoundCloud:



Special Thanks: Traveler for making music like this, Gotta Dance Dirty for showcasing it and people like YOU for appreciating it! 

Essential Weekend Listening: Ta-Ku Makes New "Drive Slow Homie Part II" Mix Available as A Free Download

The weekend is here and we've gone some fresh music for you to add to your playlists! First up is this sick mix from Australia producer, Ta-Ku, entitled, "Drive Slow Homie (Part II)." Following on the heels of the successful first installment, this one has plenty of boom-bap and hip-hop flavored beats that will makes for the perfect cruising soundtrack!

Listen and download Ta-Ku's "Drive Slow Homie (Part II)" Mix Via SoundCloud Below:

TRACKLIST

Stwo - Syrup
Jeftuz - Girl
Trian Kayhuta - Alright
Tajan & fwdslxsh - Beautiful
Drake - From Time (Full Crate Remix) [Unreleased]
TNV x Rami B - Old School Covertible [Unreleased]
Professa - Goodnight Bump
Evil Needle - Light Ray
Mr Carmack - ifoundsomething [Unreleased]
Atu - YF Ella Remix [Unreleased]
Dpat - Untitled [Unreleased]
Rook Milo - Cobalt Polo [Unreleased]
Penthouse Penthouse - Private Jet [Unreleased]
RLP - DRP_DAT [Unreleased]
Sivey - Waterbed Slow-mo [Unreleased]
Ghost Town DJ's - My Boo (Wave Racer Remix)
Ta-ku - Electr(on)ic Relaxation (Benzi x Espinosa EDIT) [Unreleased]
Lord Shrimpy - Remedy
Masuka - Whatadime
HOWLS (Ta-ku & KitPop) x B.Lewis - Go [Unreleased]

Special Thanks: Ta-Ku, Flume and the Australian beats scene that is so on point right now

New Music Tuesdays: Free Download of Jabru "Glass Floor (VIP Mix) on XLR8R

Recently we featured the stunning Solid Steel Radio mix from Tom Middleton's new label, Sound of the Cosmos. One of Mr. Middleton's signees is, Jabru, who is mixing booming bass with some class jungle breakbeats on this special VIP mix of first label single, "Glass Floor."

Our friends over at XLR8R have the FREE DOWNLOAD for you to cop right HERE

File Under: Bass, Drum & Bass, Jungle

Special Thanks: Tom Middleton and the Sound of the Cosmos label crew, Jabru, XLR8R, New Music Tuesdays, Etherwood, Submotion Orchestra, Gentleman's Dub Club and the 49ers' WR Michale Crabtree returning to practice for the stretch run

Free Download: DFRNT Puts Together Finest Ego Monthly Mix "One Thousand Miles Away"

A lot of great new music has hits our ears this week, including this delicious new mix from Upperhands' favorite, DFRNT. While starting out on the ambient tip, the mix seamlessly weaves through a myriad of different tempos, while always staying distinctively DFRNT deep. This one is great for those early or late night sessions.

Listen and download "One Thousand Miles Away" below:

Tracklist:

01. Akusmatic – For S
02. 18eme Boudoir – Melody Nebula
03. DFRNT – A Prelude To Departure
04. Sepalcure – DMD
05. Will Maddams – Stand In For Love
06. Detboi – Back To Mine
07. Waifs & Strays – Remedy
08. DFRNT & Aaron Shallow – Wanted So
09. Glimpse – Whiles
10. DFRNT & Aaron Shallow – Crumpet
11. Alfie – Hy-Brazil (Citizen Remix)
12. Oceana feat. N – black
13. Soul Clap – Need Your Lovin’ (Nitetime Remix)
14. Marcel Lune – Umm Eh
15. DFRNT – The Way You Look At Me
16. Toddla T Sound – Worst Enemy
17. Detboi – Focus
18. ENA – Community Space

Special Thanks: Finest Ego for making this happen, DFRNT for continuing to experiment while staying deep, Author, Ruckspin, Jack Sparrow and the NBA Finals starting

Free Download: Ruckspin Embarks on Author Tour of USA with Jack Sparrow and Releases New UKB Mix

We're gearing up for the Los Angeles debut live performance from UK bass music duo, Author. Consisting of Ruckspin (producer of groundbreaking jazz meets dubstep group Submotion Orchestra), along with the equally potent Jack Sparrow, the Author sound offers a refreshing blend of heavy bass, beautiful/soulful melodies, plus there is actually 'dub' in their dubstep. With the imminent release of their highly anticipated second album, "Future Forward," in June, Ruckspin has followed up the duo's recent standout "Future Forward" Soundcloud mix, with a brand new solo UKB Mix that's equally deep.

Download Ruckspin's UKB 008 Mix below:

Tracklist:

1. Project Maldonado - Seraphim
2. Quark - Watercolour
> Quantum Soul - The Principle
3. Cluekid - Rainy Street Light
4. 2562 - Belgrave Rd
5. Ruckspin & J Sparrow - Roots Vibration ft. Ras Spear
6. Reso - Eva
7. Landslide - Dreams & Visions
8. Author - My Only
9. Bwana - Baby Let Me Finish
10. Gantz - No Faith (Ipman remix)
11. Commodo - $pace Cash
12. Kahn - Prophet ft. Rider Shafique
13. Ruckspin & Medison - Broken Bones
14. Quantum Soul vs Lamb - Strong Root
15. Deco - Consciousness Dub
16. Vivek - Over My Head
17. Bonobo - Eyesdown (ARP101 remix)
18. Versa - Vuelvo
> Aeolho - Catalyze
19. Author - After Time ft. Quark
20. Jafu - Reversing Circles
21. Commodo - Wish
22. Ipman & Killawatt - Jigsaw Dub
> Ulterior Motive - The Elephant Tune
23. 4Flexx - Outcast

Special Thanks: Ruckspin, Jack Sparrow, Author, good bass music, people in America who book forward thinking electronic acts like Author, SF for getting to host a Super Bowl with their new stadium and Iron Man 3.

Free Download: Photek Makes His 2012 Essential Mix on BBC Radio 1 Available Via SoundCloud

Wow, as we get ever closer to Photek's new album, "KU:Palm" dropping later this month...the talented producer stepped up to the plate to deliver his second BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix and it's a real gem! Featuring all sorts of different bass music sounds and some exclusive Photek productions from the new album...this is not to be missed!

You can download Photek's Essential Mix HERE

Special Thanks: SF Giants tying their NLCS series against the St. Louis Cardinals in thrilling fashion, the new Robert Glasper Experiment Black Radio Remix EP, Jazzanova live, UNKLE, DJ Shortkut reggae mixes and delicious veggie burritos