Deeper & Darker Directions

Posted by Bassweight Society on February 16, 2012

What up everybody. This week has been kinda sparce so we apologize about that. But today we have some truly dark tracks to highlight. All of these tunes are strictly for sound systems.

As Skream so eloquently put it “if you have no sub theres no point listening”. So, as given away with the quote, the first track we have for you today is from the Godfather himself. This tune embodies the side of Skream that we just can’t get enough of! Sidestepping the aggressive, tear-out styles, he delves extremely deep into frequencies that literally cannot be heard without proper sound. I listened to it on my laptop just to see what it would sound like and wondered how people can judge this type of music without actually hearing it. Nevertheless, the tune is a straight up lurker. A track that pretty much says “eat shit all you haters, I’m still here”, to all the people criticizing his current ventures into mashing up dancefloors real heavy.

Skream – Dark Keys

Then we have a couple clips from the newest addition to the Deep Medi imprint, Dark Tantrums. Other than release from Kromestar that this guy was featured on and Mala dropping his tune in that XLR8R mix last year, this character has just been off the radar, at least to us. The release, ‘Unborn’/’Storm’, will be Deep Medi’s 54th release and is perfectly suiting for the imprint. Both of the tunes are for the chestplate. Unfortunately these are just short clips but be on the look for the full version once the release drops!

Dark Tantrums – Unborn/Storm

The next track is another from our friend Compa. He is being generous enough to give this tune out for FREE so make sure you grab your copy before the download option gets it’s card pulled. It’s a remix that Compa did of a tune by Skin E called ‘Reveal’. Another extremely heavy production from the hands of Compa. If you didn’t catch the interview we did with him back in November, check it out here, there is also an exlcusive mix he built for us available for download on that post. When we did the interview we said that he was gonna be rising quick in the game and sure enough, over the past few months Compa has secured/cleared the shelves of a release with Boka Records and also launched his ‘Dem A Talk’ remix on white label and that too flew off the shelves in a matter of hours. A lot of good things to be coming from this guy so make sure to keep your eyes on him.

Skin E – Reveal (Compa Remix) **FREE DOWNLOAD**

Then to ease things off we have a mix that Killawatt did for Outlook 2012, filled with 100% Killawatt productions. One of the most innovative and amazing producers out there right now, hands down. Fusing sounds together with an insurmountable amount of force. Pushing boundaries, creating new levels, and holding the throne to some of the most amazing percussion in his music. Massive up to Killawatt and his recent success.

Killawatt – Outlook 2012 Mix (Download Available)

Alright fam that’s some of the latest that we’ve got for you this time around. We will see you tomorrow with some more music to move through your bass bins. If you haven’t visited our Facebook page check that out, there is a lot of stuff posted on that as well. Respect.

To the gods.

-Bassweight Society (Kinman)

John Matrix: The Pentinent Man EP (INNA008)

Posted by Bassweight Society on February 10, 2012

What up people. Eluded by the title, today, we have a look into Inna Riddim’s newest addition to the roster, John Matrix. The Pentiment Man EP will hit the stores today, February 10, so make sure to snag your copy of it! Hailing from Manchester, Matrix brings heavy interpretations of the dark, minimalist styles within dubstep. Having a well-rooted involvement in the Manchester scene with things like his earlier days on Unity Radio and his current residency with the Deadbeats Collective, Matrix is a well-seasoned contender. He has dabbled in producing a plethera of styles within the bass scene which has given him the ability to be very versatile with his incorporation of influences. This EP is filled with rolling low-end frequencies, shattering snare hits, and killer soundscapes. Setting the mark as Inna Riddims 8th release (INNA008), Matrix exhibits a very complimenting style to the labels vibe. ‘Ain’t Changing’ starts things off. Coming at you right from the beginning with an energetic vocal sample that prefaces the tunes presence. Nothing but murking about with this one. ‘Pentinent Man’ follows ‘Ain’t Changing’, and is a very spacious production. Brings you back a few years, no doubt. The alternating snares add a really sick effect, too. The 3rd tune, ‘Hunter’, brings out more of a extraterrestrial vibe with it. Swaying synths, pumping sub hits, and half-step stomps, another classic styled production! Matrix finished his release off with the tune ‘Blissfully Unaware’. This tune definitely sits apart from the rest of the EP. A much more upbeat vibe with with higher levels of the frequency spectrum being utilized. Honestly, in my opinion, this tune gives me the same vibes as Kryptic Minds remix of DJ Madd’s ‘Dub Marine’. Big ups on this one!

Below you will find the preview of the Pentiment Man EP. You can pick this up at any of the major sites like Juno, Beatport, and Itunes. Check out the Inna Riddim store for purchase too! He also built a promo mix for this release, composed primarily of his own productions. The mix is available for download off of the Inna Riddim website so if you’re vibin’, then snag it on up! You can find the mix’s tracklist/download link below. If you want to check out press release put out by the label, check it here.

John Matrix Penitentiary Mix (Pentinent Man EP Promo)

Purchase Pentinent Man EP:

Inna Riddim Record Shop

Now, for some GOODIES! The man has been generous enough to offer many of his tunes as FREE downloads, so make sure to grab them while they’re still floating around. This is another artist to keep your eyes on during 2012. He has showed some promising innovation with this release and hopefully keeps it up! Below you will find 3 free tunes from John Matrix. All of them are quality bass productions.

John Matrix – Duppy ( FREE DOWNLOAD )

John Matrix – D.O.D ( FREE DOWNLOAD )

John Matrix – Boxing ( FREE DOWNLOAD )

Alright people, hopefully this guys music will set you off into the weekend, sittin’ pretty. Next week we have another really big treat for you. A UK label has teamed up with us to give you a 5 track EP for FREE on Valentines day so make sure you watch this site! I’ve already had a chance to preview the tunes and they are all really sick! Enjoy your weekend everybody! Bless.

To the gods.

-Bassweight Society (Kinman)

Caught In The Shadows

Posted by Bassweight Society on February 8, 2012

It’s such a good feeling when you find an artist for the first time. Especially when their sound is just what you’ve been looking for. Just stumbled upon this particular artist who goes by the name Tallan. He’s based out of New Zealand, and apparently has been putting out some absolutely huge tunes! He had three releases in 2011 between labels Austerity Recordings and Mutated Sounds. Being heavily influenced by fellow New Zealand veterans Truth, Optimus Gryme, and The Upbeats, Tallans tunes are extremely powerful. The first tune, called ‘Before You Speak’, is an absolute stomper. Huge ravey synths right off the bat backed with an ominous soundscape leading into a syncopated, chest-hollowing drop. Strictly soundsystem music coming from this guy. Another one of his current productions, ‘Guardian’, is another soundscape lurker but, when this one drops it’s straight MADNESS! Straight skanked-out rolling drum hits on this one that make you bounce hard. He’s got a killer vocal chant that hooks you while you step. He just recently gave out a tune for free in his dubstepforum.gr feature so make sure to grab that one up below! It’s titled ‘Secure’ and it’s another deep production with a unique energy to it that I’ve honestly never really experienced before. His percussion arrangements are just flat-out proper. He’s got mad basslines up his sleeve too. Make sure to big him up for the freebie! In addition to the free tunes you will find below from him, you can find more on his soundloud page, so visit that to swoop those up too. Mad respect to him from the BWS fam. Make sure to keep your eyes on this artist, I’m sure we are going to be seeing a lot more of his music throughout 2012. Below you will also find a promo mix that he did, and a few other of his tunes and THEY ARE FREE DOWNLOADS. So, show the man some respect! Make sure to stay tuned this week we have some great music to showcase. Nuff’ respect!

Tallan – Before You Speak

Tallan – Guardian

Tallan – Secure (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Tallan – Boppin VIP (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Tallan – Rain Dance (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Tallan Dubsilo Mix 2012

Enjoy the sounds my friends, we’ll be back tomorow with some more heat for your bass bins.

To the gods.

-Bassweight Society

Respect da’ Roots

Posted by Bassweight Society on February 7, 2012

Wag Wan fam,

Today we finna’ bring you another round of reggae dubs to keep the spirits high 😉 Pulling a couple classics out of the bag and sharing them with you, because we know reggae brings the right vibes to all ears. Light one up and have a listen.

First choon is a remix done by big bad west coast producers Noah D & Roommate, and dates back to 2008. Originally a massive tune hailing from reggae-don Alborosie, titled ‘Police’, Noah D & Roomate throw their flavour into it, titling the tune Polizia Remix. Most noticeable is the big chubby bassline accompanied by Alborosie’s high grade lyrics, making it a tune to throw in the list of classics. Whether at home or in the club, always a big tune.

Next choon is another one dating back to around 2008 and is as solid as the last one. The tune titled ‘ Big Up An’ Bun Her’ is similar to the last one with a sick reggae chant ushered by a bassline that makes you rock in your seat. Perfect day-party type tune here.

The next one is from the evil half of Digital Mystiks, Coki. On the remix of a tune titled ‘Wah Dem A Do’, Coki initiates his noticeable style into the tune while incorporating the gangsta for life lyrics so well known by veteran Mavado. I like utilizing tunes like this because it often times reaches out to a larger audience than solely deep heads.

Last choon is mega bassweight remix by Marcus Visionary titled ‘The General’. The original done by Jahdan Blakkamoore is nothing short of epic but, the remix really brings the pressure with powerful low-end frequencies. Turn this one up, sit back, and enjoy.

Blessings.

-BWS (Lowkey)

Monday, Bloody Monday.

Posted by Bassweight Society on February 6, 2012

Bless! Back again from another weekend, hope everyone had themselves good times. It’s kind of been one of those “case of the monday’s” type days, if you catch my drift. Not really much to say, we just have some high quality tunes for your audibal pleasures. The badman duo Truth has been on releasing some hype tunes lately, like always. Two new ones from them. We also have two new tunes from DJ Madd. The release, his The Real and The Shadow LP, is out late this week so make sure to snag dem a tunes. Then theres another massive collaboration between Sleeper and District called ‘The Risk’. Once these two boys get on the track together, nothing but quality reaches your ears. Just for fun we’re going to leave you off with Skream’s disco mix that he did for Solid State Radio. Straight vibes throughout. Enjoy.

Truth – Born Enemies