Belgian dubstep pioneer Bunzer0 returns to producing duties once again, adding his name to the deepening catalogue of UK label, Eatmybeat. ‘Play Dem Tune‘ EP comes loaded with two brand new tracks from Bunzer0, two mirroring remixes from Dutchie and Chad Dubz, plus today’s premiere ‘Mediation’, a stunning collaboration with one of my favourite producers of the last twelve months, 11th Hour!
Bunzer0 ignites the vibe with the title track, ‘Play Dem Tune‘, a seamless blend of rootsy delayed SFX, contemporary textures and lively bass design. A shapeshifter of a track, beneath the simmering modulations and echoes lays a fidgeting bassline that doesn’t settle. Swiftly moving from the smooth and rhythmic to the ruff ‘n tuff and finally to animated stomps, this is a track to be enjoyed in full!
There’s no holding back on the following ‘All The Massive‘, uplifting and summer-ready, Bunzer0 draws for the quintessential sounds of the carnival. An energy fuelled stomper with refreshing brass sections and panning chord stabs, a celebration of the colour and vivacity that dub music can bring! Bristol’s Dutchie strips it back for her remix with moodier bass tones and skipping 2-step, whilst utilising those fruity brass flavours of the original, chopped up like a juicy mango! And then fellow Bristolian Chad Dubz jumps on ‘Play Dem Tune‘, focusing on his unmistakable low end play and allowing the radiant melodies and vibrant FX to swim freely throughout.
Finally, today’s premiere ‘Meditation‘ allows Bunzer0 and 11th Hour to combine and cleanse the palette. A vast soundscape that changes like the weather. Smooth subs, breezy keys and ambient FX initially create time for contemplation, only for the release of stimulating percs and a colourful synth section on the downbeat to pull you into the sun-drenched dance.
There’s a reason why Bunzer0 has remained central to the genre for all these years, the veteran comes in from all angles, whether it’s on Indigo Movement, FatKidOnFire, Duploc and now Eatmybeat, the man doesn’t miss and never stops putting a smile on your face with his invigorating vibes.
EMB020 is out 09/04/2021 and will be available to download from the Eatmybeat Bandcamp.
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