Shaka Loves You presents Joints n' Jams Vol. 1, a new and fitting addition to the Bombstrikes series of compilations. The ever-increasing number of Shaka fans will already be aware of the Joints n' Jams ethos, either through their monthly Soho Radio show or the hugely successful night in their hometown of Glasgow, both delivered under the Joints n' Jams banner. The duo has now brought that same approach to its next logical step with a fully-fledged album, delivering a fine selection of 24 tracks of the finest hip-hop, funk, disco that are dancefloor tested, straight from the SLY crates. The assembled track listing really does encapsulate the signature 'SLY' sound. The curation has been executed to perfection with the Shaka boys choosing some of their favourite tracks, both past and present, spanning genres that they love to play regularly in their sets. For a track to make it on to the album it quite clearly needed to pass a high bar of quality control in terms of production, groove, feel and funky-ness and of course, make sense together as a body of work. The result is a dazzling array of music and artists including new and exclusive music from the Shaka guys themselves alongside DJ Nu-Mark & Quantic, Kraak & Smaak, The Nextmen & Kiko Bun, Izo FitzRoy, Chali 2NA & Krafty Kuts, Andy Cooper, The Allergies and Fort Knox Five. Also not forgetting the Disco vibes of Hobbs & Ron Mexico, Birdee & Andre Espertue, Afriquoi and Art of Tones. There is also a DJ Mix from Shaka Loves You, delivered with the seamless high quality you would expect. This is the first volume in series which looks set to be a real stand out for Bombstrikes and a future classic.

Groove Culture

Bombstrikes celebrate their 15 year anniversary with a compilation album featuring their finest moments to date alongside some new exclusives and remixes. Curated by founders and head honchos: Mooqee & Beatvandals, the track listing is an impressive collection of music from the label's mighty catalogue of cross genre classics. The compilation charts Bombstrikes' rise from dj only limited vinyl into what it is today, recognised as one of the leading purveyors of all things beats, bass and funk. Having achieved countless number ones on most of the worlds digital music platforms and across many genres, there is no room for fillers on this album! Each one of the chosen tracks has battled to earn its rightful place on the release. When you consider the pantheon of amazing talent to have graced the label over the years, selecting what should go on to the album can't have been an easy task. Just look at the artists name checked on the album's tributary artwork and you will understand the calibre of music we are dealing with here. Effortlessly gliding through the realms of Funk, Disco, Hip Hop and Bass music, the one thing that has always stayed true through the label's rise is the consistent high quality of the music and of course the Funk which is self evident throughout this release. Something which Mooqee & Beatvandals capture perfectly with their track selection. Highlights from the 15 years album include classic tracks from the likes of Krafty Kuts, Boca 45, Featurecast, The Allergies, Andy Cooper (Ugly Duckling), Basement Freaks, Ali B and Baby Bam (Jungle Brothers). These are joined by exclusives, new music and remixes from Shaka Loves You, Ninjula, Mooqee & Beatvandals themselves and many more. As a bonus, there is a full mix of the album expertly & lovingly crafted by Mooqee and Beatvandals. Time to get out the cake and celebrate! Here's to the next 15 years of Bombstrikes Records!