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.

We here at TSTD are longtime fans of Mexican producer/musician MONSIEUR VAN PRATT. So its a great pleasure to finally work with the smooth man. For our joint 7 inch he delivers two smooth, warm slow-disco tracks. Side A is an edit of a super rare Mexican cover version of a Westcoast classic, Side B takes us into the church, a slow Gospel Soul track for your sunset disco beach bar dj sets. Monsieur Van Pratt, founder of Super Spicy Records, is a prominent producer and DJ originally from Mexico City, whose influence on electronic music is widely recognized both nationally and internationally. With an impressive career that includes more than 100 releases in digital format and 26 on vinyl, which consolidate him as a key figure in the genre. His music has been released by prestigious record labels such as Toy Tonics, The Disco Express, Tropical Disco Records and Buddha Bar, among others, underlining his status on the global scene. His ability to fuse genres, attention and styles has captured that of critics and the public, leading him to collaborate and remix a series of renowned international and national artists. Among his most notable collaborations are works with Derrick McKenzie, drummer of Jamiroquai; Drop Out Orchestra, Art Of Tones, amongst others. Each of these collaborations has allowed him to explore new musical dimensions, enriching his characteristic sound with diverse and fresh influences. With a musical style deeply rooted in disco, funk and jazz, Monsieur Van Pratt combines classical elements with contemporary touches, creating a sound experience that is both nostalgic and innovative. His work not only stands out for its technical quality, but also for its ability to connect emotionally with the listener, making him a central figure in the evolution of modern dance sound. Enjoy the ride!