C.H.A. #5

ISSUE 5 C.H.A. THE MAGAZINE FOR JUNGLE, ABOUT JUNGLE, BY PEOPLE WHO LOVE STRICTLY THE JUNGLE! CHICAGO LONDON TORONTO

C.H.A. - Issue 5 Editors: Jason Berry, Mike Shum Staff: Candice Barak, Jason Berry, Rhiannon Brown, Scott and Kay Manion, Roger Pedraza, Paul Rhee, Brian Sarpalius, Mike Shum, Su Son. Aaron Stigberg Record Reviews and Musical News: JJ Jellybean, Phantom 45, RP Smack, Snuggles Event Reviews and Scene news: Da Bad Girl Squad, Scott, Lady Kay Toronto Correspondents: Marcus, Vito London Correspondents: Keith, Roger, Nikki.C. Send all written correspondence to: Chicago Hardcore Authority c/o Jason Berry 15815 S. 114th Ct. Orland Park, IL 60462 Direct phone inquiries to: Jason Berry: 312-237-2188 Mike Shum: 708-733-8240 Fax us at: 708-863-8809 E-mail: [email protected] Call the Jungle Ting event line for promotional PA/DJ bookings: 708-786-3955 C.H.A. is still trying to make the move to bi-monthly. Right now funds are tight and time is scarse, so bear with us...we will get it done! Take a look at this issue and we think you'll agree it was worth the wait. Four more pages. Better graphics and layout. Plus we are still your finest source for the best jungle coverage this side of the pond. Subscribers and advertisers: sorry on the delay! Labels: Looking to break your chewn in the US/Canada? Write or fax us for our favorable terms. If you want any records reviewed, send them to the above address attn. of the DJ you want your record reviewed by. Promoters: Write or fax us with your event if you want it listed (sorry, hardcore/jungle events only please). If you would like us to review your event, please write or fax us, attn. our review staff, with all the details. Table of Contents: Features: Future Vinyl life after Scottie - Ruffneck Massive South Florida's premier jungle crew - Danny Breaks - DJ Phantasy - DJ Dextrous the King of the Jungle interview - On the Road With Phantom 45 Carl Cox too! Departments: CHA Mailbag - Scene Reports & News Scattered throughout the issue! - Selector Phantom 45 and RP Smack - State of Hardcore - Lyrics The C.H.A. Anthem - DJ Top 10s - Record Reviews JJ Jellybean, Phantom 45, and Snuggles - Tings-a-Gwan - Wha'appen all your event listings "Playing in Chicago is like playing in England. The kids there have more understanding of the music than anywhere else in America, because at every Chicago rave there's someone playing jungle." - DJ Trace in Atmosphere #16 On the cover from L. to R. - 3D, Snuggles, & JJ Jellybean fresh out the cutter's with the "C.H.A. Anthem" on dubplate 10" press!

THE CHA MAILBAG JUNGLE IS THE PHUTURE... Hey! What's up, rude wunz! I'm writing to tell you how I feel about jungle. Listening to breakbeats for over 2 years now, I think that they have progressed in the right direction. A lot of that early stuff (i.e. Rabbit City, Acen) was really into that "ravey"-like stuff, and promoted bad things in the scene, like drug use. Although I myself am a recreational user, I try not to let it affect my partying by being all "spaced-out" and not remembering a thing ("...just close your eyes, forget your name" is one example). Don't get me wrong, I have a lot of respect for these early artists & producers because they paved the way for what we have now. I really noticed the change in early '93 by listening to early Suburban Base & Reinforced. Although their ideas of hardcore differ slightly from one another, I saw something good happening. I felt a positive vibe coming from all this by its increased use of hip-hop, and, a bit later, heavy reggae samples. Although reggae basslines in these "breaks" existed already for awhile, I was captivated. This was so because I was really getting out of all that gabberhouse crap and back into my first loves, hip-hop and reggae. Jungle was in its incipient stages, and I knew this was the beginning of something good. Jungle's hip-hop and reggae roots was interesting, especially since it all evolved from a no-soul-having rave scene. London knows how to run tings, having the sense to separate the whole hardcore jungle scene from the rave scene. Maybe it has to happen here, but I don't really see it coming. But nevertheless, jungle deserves its own scene because it has a soul of its own. But for now, these underground events are the only medium to really listen to the best and ruffest shit. I truly hope that one day we can say "let's go to a jungle set this week", and not be talking about going to a rave. Listening to jungle gives me a lot to think about. It really hits me deep inside and takes me away. Listening to hardcore jungle makes me feel like I'm a real bad-ass, like I'm really the shit. I truly feel love for this music. It also "soothes my soul." It lets me know that there are things out there that are okay. The darkside will always be there for reality, and jungle lets me chill out for a minute and enjoy my big, fat doob. Because with jungle and darkness, you could be a bad-ass if you want. Fuck, I can't even begin to express my fuckin' heart for the music. I truly respect all of those who helped it become what it is today, be it producers, DJs, or enthusiasts. Massive respect to CHA for being true and dedicated to da real shit. Jungle is the phuture, and darkness shall overcome all. Robert A., Chicago. SOUNDSYSTEM HIJACKINGS What's up guys? I just finished reading through the latest issue of CHA, and figured I'd drop a line with some comments.. Ever since I began "raving" in 1992, I've been into the hardcore scene. But unfortunately, like many others, I began referring to gabber as hardcore when it began expanding in '93. I guess it was just easier to put it that way because that's how everyone else did. But what about the true hardcore? Well, I have seen the error of my ways, and henceforth will always refer to only the true hardcore as hardcore. If people misunderstand and think I'm referring to something else, then I guess that's 2 bad 4 them... So what has happened to the good old days of happy hardcore? I have always felt that hardcore is lacking the respect that it truly deserves, and I am getting really sick of the shit - "pussy ass breaks", "don't go to Destiny, it's gonna be all breakbeat." So if you wanted one more hand in helping bring hardcore up to the status that it should have here in the Midwest, then you can count me in! I guess the only bad thing on my mind is this - we all have to remember that we should all be in together. There should be no house vs. gabber vs. hardcore vs. acid, etc. shit going on. There are many people out there (like myself) who like it all. And I feel that for an event to be truly successful, then there should be something for everyone. We should try not to alienate anyone. Now there's nothing wrong with a zine dedicated only to the hardcore/jungle scene, just be careful not to wrongly put down any other legitimate style of toons. This scene should be about unity, not disrespect. The other thing is this - there have been some occasions where CHA has tried to "take over" a system when they were not scheduled. (Some I have seen, others I've heard about). To do that is very wrong and disrespectful. It cuts in on the time of scheduled DJs, and I'm sure it would piss you off if it happened to you. No disrespect intended, but just try not to disrespect others... Tantrum, Chicago. As for the accusation that we "take over" soundsystems, most of the time, we are scheduled by the promoters. Of course, some soundsystem hijackings are more hostile than others. If we feel like we are being disrespected, of course, a flash of a bat or a gun quickly convinces whoever is behind the decks to relinquish them. -Editors SAN FRANCISCO JUNGLIST Someone in Indiana just sent me a copy of issue #4 of the CHA 'zine. I read the whole thing and became VERY intrigued by the jungle scene. You know I've never been too thrilled with breaks, but it really does sound like there's been some intense evolution in the music in the past year, and it seems like there is a lot of great energy in the jungle scene that I've been missing out here in the SF house house house "let's have raves in clubs" scene. So anyway, I just wanted to tell you that I enjoyed the mag and that I hope to get to a REAL jungle party someday. Good luck! Laura, San Francisco.

Scene Reports Elevation and Reincarnation United '94 Crystal Palace, UK DJs: Randall, Slipmatt, Dougal, Food Junkie, Mickey Finn, Sy, Jumping Jack Frost, Andy C, Hype, Demolition Cru MCs: MC MC and Stevie Hyper The atmosphere could not be better that at United '94, the incredible hardcore gathering held at the Crystal Palace July 23 in South London. the party was sold out weeks in advance and understandably so, as the line-up was a first rate assemblage of the finest British selectors. When we arrived at half past twelve Hype was finishing a slamming set and 9,000 ravers were already going mad to the wicked toons. MC MC and Stevie Hyper got the crowd pumping with the call and response chatting that had everyone's hands in the air. Nobody didn't have a smile on their face, and the energy and friendly vibe didn't let up all night. The music was a great blend of happy, anthemic hardcore and rolling jungle beats which left no one disappointed. At 7 a.m. the ravers still wanted more from DJ Sy, but all good things sadly must come to an end. This brilliant event clearly proved that hardcore and jungle need not be mutually exclusive of each other. Massive shouts to Reincarnation and Elevation for supplying me with a badly needed fix of proper London raving. (Rhiannon) TON PROMOTIONS PRESENTS THE UK's FINEST DJs KENNY KEN DR.S GACHET NICKY BLACK MARKET DJ RAP SWAN - E FOOD JUNKY CUCKOO RODNEY T RICHIE FINGERS TIM COOMBS LAURANCE BAGNAL TOMMY COCKLES FUTURE VINYL FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: JASON at C.H.A. 708-786-3955 or 312-237-2188

Lucky Spin Records, Pleasure Force, and Syrous Renegades Toronto, Canada DJs: Jumping Jack Frost, DJ Rap, Darren Jay, Trace, Slipmaster J, Mystical Influence, Sniper, Marcus, Medicine Muffin, Dominic MCs: Rhyme Tyme, EZ, Doctor No An event that escapes a need for review for the DJ line-up alone! We we're shocked at the gigantic space, a huge lumbar storage building. We arrived early so we wouldn't miss Medicine Muffins set but unfortunately there was already a queue of about 300 people. The event drew about 5,000+ ravers and junglists from all over Canada and the US. Mystical Influence spun a great ragga style, and set a good warm-up for the UK DJs. Ruff beats delivered by the man like the Darren Jay. Pure dubplate biznizz with a "Yeah Man" track and the longest time stretch that atomized the crowd. MC Rhyme Tyme was giving you the chatting non-stop over Jumping Jack Frost's set, he obviously enjoyed it. Two rewinds to the much respected "Burial". Jack Frost made the hardcore room jump with track after track. Then, my personal favorite, DJ Rap. She proved to everyone she is one of the top DJs, male or female. No rest for the wicked as Trace hit the stage with a tearin' drum and bass set, one to make the Lucky Spin crew proud. Slipmaster J ended the night with a glorious early morning set. There was a house room, but no need really as the hardcore rolled on, giving everyone a dose of the b-line. (Bad Girl) SUBSCRIBE NOW! 12 MONTHS - $8.00 Now you have the opportunity of recieving C.H.A. delivered right to your door! Every other month you will recieve an issue, filled with exclusive interviews, insightful reviews, news of upcoming events and much more. SUBSCRIBE NOW AND GET A FREE MIX TAPE OF THE CHA DJ OF YOUR CHOICE, courtesy of the Dub Shack. Your money helps offset printing costs and ensure the livelihood of America's oldest and most reputable strictly hardcore magazine. The sound of the future is now, DON'T BE LEFT BEHIND! I would like to subscribe to Chicago Hardcore Authority for 12 months. I enclosed a cheque or money order made payable to Jason Berry. Name Address City State Zip I would like (circle one) JJ Jellybean Phantom 45 RP Smack Snuggles Chicago Hardcore Authority 15815 S. 114th Court Orland Park, IL 60462

Jungle Ting fuse Chicago, Illinois DJs: DJ Phantasy, Ruffneck, Phantom 45, Snuggles, JJ Jellybean MCs: Blackeye and JJ Jellybean Jungle Ting touched down on July 30th with session one: fuse. The night kicked off with JJ Jellybean warming up the crowd for the DJ Phantasy. The dance floor was tightly packed as Phantasy dropped all the right chewns for the night. This man is playing a 1995 style so watch out. Impeccable mixing too. We're swaying to every bassline as the man like the Ruffneck stepped up to deliver the knockout punch from T.O. Canada. Locals DJ Snuggles and Phantom 45 brought more jungle to the crowd of 1500+, all sweating as if tings would just never die down. Wicked night was had by all, thank you Chicago. (Bad Girl) Jungle Ting The Original BOOM Chicago, Illinois DJs: Danny Breaks, AK 1200, DB, JJ Jellybean, Phantom 45, Wild Child MC: Blackeye Jungle Ting returned with session two on September 24th. Once again it was proven that Chicago has jungle fever! The jungle room was the "ting", with the lasers and decorations for the junglist atmosphere. Wild Child warmed up the crowd to his blend of intelligent drum and bass hotties, JJ Jellybean shocked 'em out with the pure ragga biznizz and the fattest b-lines, while AK 1200 treated us to "Dread Bass" - Three rewinds! But the ultimate dosage came from the man like the Danny Breaks of Droppin Science records. He had everybody moving on the dance floor, perfectly mixing the secret hotties with the anthems. We all just brocked out when he dropped Skanna's gem "Heaven". Still can't get over it because I've never heard a DJ with the balls to drop that on a rammed dance floor, but what can I say, it went down a storm. DB (nice jacket, nice bag, mate), fresh from his trip to the UK, dropped the jungle tracks, and Phantom 45 finished the night off just right with his signature rolling drum-n-blunted vibe. Hold Tight Chicago - Jungle Ting will return with the wicked explosion in February '95, so watch out, it will be a sure blinder! X-Amount of respect to all the Junglist and ravers from the Bad Girl and Jungle Ting, thanks for your support! We are the future...and the future is JUNGLE! (Bad Girl)

Yes, Chicago! I introduce myself to you as a co-writer for the Jungle Rave scene in London, England. "CLUB TELEPATHY" AT THE WAX CLUB, LONDON On Friday 5th November 1994, I decided to go to Club Telepathy at the Wax Club in East London. DJ Pressure X was playing. The vibes was nice, but there was no MC. So, as a MC, I took the mic and started to rap and chat. The crowd loved it !!! The promoter asked if my partner Dextrous and I could do a King of the Jungle guest appearance the following week. The following week came so quickly! We arrived at the Wax Club at about 11.30 pm. DJ Funky Flirt and MC Shabba were nicing up the place. All the serious ravers were raving, whistle and hornz blowing! Absolutely wicked set!! Then it was 1.00 am - King Of The Jungle time!!! MC Shabba introduced us - "Now Telepathy, make some noise for the King of the Jungle Massive...!!!!". We came on and played 30 minutes plastic and 30 minutes dub plates. What an experience! I have never seen Club Telepathy with such an atmosphere! As it was the first time for Dextrous at the Wax, it was do or die, but of course, do was in effect!!! Next issue: "sex, lies and Jungle!!" KJL NEWS As 1994 comes to an end, we at "King of the Jungle" would like to thank you for all your support. We always remember that without you, the DJ's, ravers, and buying public, we would not be where we are today, and with your continued support we hope to go from strength to strength. In the Pipeline we have... Towards '95 "Salute the Kings" remix scheduled for release sometime before Christmas '94. Look out for "Legend" written and produced by our new signings, DJ Matt and Dr. P. This looks to be another scorcher. The first release in 1995 from DJ Dextrous & Rude Boy Keith will be entitled "P.O.L.I.T.I.C.S.", say no more! As always, KOTJ is available strictly through Dub Shack.

Future Vinyl - Label Profile Phil Taylor and Wayne Wilson formed Future Vinyl in July 1993. They are two young and enthusiastic people. Knowing what they want to produce for today's scene, as well as looking well into the future, Future Vinyl believes in its title - "THE FUTURE OF VINYL, THE SOUNDS OF TOMOURROW." Phil and Wayne were introduced through friends and decided to start a label together. Phil brings to Future Vinyl his deep knowledge and understanding of music. Similarly, Wayne is a DJ and collector of all sorts of musical equipment. They have a 16 track recording studio in North West London, where the records are put together and produced. Tracks released to date are as follows: JUICE PART 1 BLACK LABEL - Extreme Minds SCOTTIE; on Mercyless Label, a sub-label to Future Vinyl SCOTTIE - part 2 WARRIOR BASS SCOTTIE - part 3 FUTURE DUB VOLUME 1 - Terror in the Jungle / Girls FUTURE 6 - Nature / Natural SCOTTIE was a massive break through for Future Vinyl. It brought the attention and publicity which every small independent record label hopes for. This has made Phil and Wayne more determined then ever to make sure that every track is a big hit like Scottie. This means setting a target of selling over 5,000 copies on each track they make. They want to build themselves up to hit every aspect of the market, pushing forward new ideas. One of the leading DJs in London, Ray Keith, has done a remix of Scottie for part 3 which is only the start of top DJs being interested in remixing their tracks and putting them out on their label. Suburban Base included Scottie on the album "Drum and Bass Selections volume 1" and Ray Keith's remix of Scottie can be found on "Jungle Tekno volume 3" As you can see this is just the beginning of a label with so much potential. A lot of progress has been made in such a short space of time. Future Vinyl should remain a house-hold name and a label for every DJ to look out for for quite some time. Big Up to Nikki.C. for this profile. Respect!

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TOP TENS DJ Hype London, England Tiger Style - Ganja Records Vol. 4 Dead Dread - "Andy C" Remix Redlight Part 2 - Redlight Firing Line - Droppin Science test Hello Lover - "Hype" remix plate Cops - "Johnny Jungle" remix plate Rare Groove - Hoppa & Bones plate Heavenly Body - DJ Rus De Tox plate Dub Wars '94 lick - "Back 2 Basics" remix DJ Dextrous London, England Heavenly Body - Subliminal Records plate Ganja Man - Tearin' Vinyl plate Hello Lover - "Hype" remix plate Lionheart - Bert & Dillinja Warning - Bryan G test Hot Dis Year - DJ Rus De Tox & HPee plate Dread Bass - Dead Dread test Jungle Theme - "Dextrous" remix plate Jazz Note - Roni Size - V Records test The Hrd Cru Toronto, Canada Inner City Life - Nookie & Ronni Size remixes Time Stretch - Ronni Size Ganja Man - Krome & Time Mash Up Da Place - DJ Hype Check One - Bizzy B & The Hrd Cru Wht 3 Track - Dubtroniks Yeah Man remix - Joker Must Feel - Cool Hand Flex Lionheart - Dillinja & Bert Between the Sheets - Tom & Jerry 10 Marcus Toronto, Canada The Warning - Ronni Size Amor - Jah Wobble Bad Boy Lick - NinjamanBounty Killer Mouth Murderer - Beenie Man You Don't Love Me - Dawn Penn & Bounty Killer The Burial - Red Light Tom & Jerry 10 Fresh Jive - Alex Reece Under Mi Sensi - Barrington Levi Hardcore Romance - Brockout Crew DJ Boon Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Smokin' Sesinilia white Champion of Champions part 2 - F.O.I. Must Feel (Move Your Body) - white Roll the Beats remix - DJ Hype Renegade - Grooverider remix Good Looking Girl remix - M-Beat What Kind of World - DJ Ascend + Ultravibe Cold Fresh Air - Higher Sense Beautiful Bass remix - Aphrodite A Special Request - Smokey Joe CHA Selectors Phantom 45 Martin's Tune - Zulu Records promo Living for the Future - Omni Trio Heavyweights Vol. 2 Being With You - Foul Play Nice 'n Deep - Mikey James Coffee - DJ Trace Inner City Life - "Roni Size" Remix Dred Bass - "Back 2 Basics" Remix Feel It - Interception RP Smack Celebrate Life - Nookie Being With You - Foul Play Chasing a Dream - T-Power The Deep - Koda The Bible - Adam F Inner City Life - Metalheads Rollers Convention Pt 2 - DJ SS Luv Dub - Rogue Unit Skyy - "Micky Finn" remix Beautiful Bass - Aphrodite JJ Jellybean CHA Anthem plate Late Nite - Jellybean & 3D plate Flex - Jellybean & 3D plate Bootleg Jazz - Phantom 45 & 3D plate The Warning - Bryan Gee test Ganja Man - Krome & Time test Worries in the Dance remix - DJ Ron test Heavenly Body - DJ Rus de Tox test Salute to the Kings remix - KOTJ test Firing Line - Droppin Science DJ Snuggles Informer the CHA Anthem plate Ganja Man - Krome & Time test Boo - Harmony & Xtreme You Don't Know - Dillinja Your Mind - "DJ Rap" Remix Firing Line - Droppin Science The Warning - "Roni Size" Remix test Must Feel - Cool Hand Flex Time Stretch - Roni Size test Niceness - Embee DJ Woodmix London, England The Warning - Firefox & 4 Tree Lovin' - Kemet Greater Love - Soundman & D. Lloydie Timestretch - Roni Size Another World - Brown & Danger Man Run From De Soundclash - Formula 7 Dred Bass - "Origin Unknown" Remix Foul Play Vol. 4 Remix Peace Sign - "Ray Keith" Remix Return of the DIY Crew - DIY Crew

TOP FIVE KILLERS OF THE SCENE by Mike and Jason 5. iffy drugs Nuff said. 4. "Intelligent" Jungle A lot of soporific crap has come out lately disguised under the name of "intelligent" when it really should be called "boring elevator music." Not to mention any names, but when 20-minute tracks are starting to appear, things are getting out of hand. 3. Deee-Lite and East Coast pals On-E and company releasing major label jungle remixes? Where were you 3 years ago? The last time we saw you guys, you were jumping around miming to "Groove is in the heart." 2. Jungle compilations Lately there have been a slew of jungle compilations flooding both the UK and US markets. While this may be good for the Sunday morning bandwagon-jumping trendies, this betrays the trust of all the DJs and enthusiasts who have been faithfully buying the 12" vinyl. Please stop before it's too late. 1. Crossover Jungle Artists Yes, you can talk and talk about being true to those who have been down with jungle from the start, but when the majors come calling witht the checkbook, it's so hard to say no. Maybe General Levy wasn't so bad after all, at least he stayed on an underground/independent label (so far...) The Dove Selection FOR PA'S AND DJ HIRE - Tel: 071 582 5624 ANSWER SERVICE: 0459 13 99 38 SUBSCRIBE TO ATMOSPHERE £7.50 (mainland U.K. only) £12.00 Ireland & the rest of the world I would like to subscribe to Atmosphere Magazine for 12 months. I enclose a cheque/postal order made payable to Atmosphere Magazine 17 Gordon Road, Southend, Essex, SS1 1NJ PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH!! Name.......... Address.......... Postcode.......... Tel.......... Signature.......... allow till the next issue for delivery

JJ Jellybean Shoot Informer front of stadium and baby inna prom. Chicago is the city JJ Jellybean the Don. CHA the crew to bring de Jungle sound alive. If pussy step up, pussy lick a forty- five! CHA the first in the whole U-S-of-A to big up jungle maximum, the only style a play. Soundbwoy follow me now, CHA originate. All dem Jungle now, all dem only pirate. CHA celebrities, the biggest Jungle sound. 'Spec to man in Canada all dem massive London Town. When we inna dance all de ladies butterfly. Big up CHA, Jellybean will show yu why. We run tings, man Tings no run we. When Phantom on the stage Massive smoke the sensi. DJ Snuggles, top selector in town. Lord of the dance for the CHAmpion Sound. RP Smack he put Chicago on de map. Make de massive scream - Bloodclot Heartattack! Blackeye to my left, de Bad Girls to my right. JJ Jellybean is on de mix an' on de mic! DJ 3D, the amen brotha Wheel Up! Wheel Up! Flash it up Run for cover! Informer The CHA Anthem The Official Lyrics by JJ Jellybean & Blackeye Dub Shack, Slak, Browning Big Up Yu Chest! Say I-n-I am rockin with de biggest with de baddest with de BEST! Blackeye All yu Massive, yu cru BROCK OUT 1-2 We big up to you All Chicago Jungle Ting 'n' the hardstep swing Mash up Mash up wheel it back, come the rhyme. Big Up yu chest as we mix it overtime. There's white man on the line freakin crack - don't do that. It's time for yu bloodclot heartattack - we choose that. So come down original Brock Ka-hoo-be-ko, swaying that waist left, right, too and fro. So watch cause 24-7 we always thrill Chicago Junglist Nuttah with a license to kill. Brock Out All those poppin the pill. CHA DJs, yu know they king of the hill. Big Up the ladies, the bad boys don't shudder. Junglist Bloodclot that'll make your eyes flutter. As we plow yu under an the UK Bass throwin down like thunder!

Promoter Profile: Ruffneck Massive Situated in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, a city of almost 1,339,000 some 30 miles north of Miami, the Ruffneck Massive are primed to make some noise here and add their spot to the jungle map. I first heard of the crew from Navigator, so you know they're coming with the credentials. CHA decided to chat with John Butler, head ruffneck... First some background. Who is the Ruffneck Massive? Ruffneck Massive, the Crew, is: John Butler, President - Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Austin Cook, Vice President - London, England. Ian Rambarran, "DJ Boon" - Ft. Lauderdale; Brighton, England; Georgetown, Guyana. Richard Rambarran, "MC Rickelby" - Ft. Lauderdale; Brighton, England; Georgetown, Guyana. Graham Spencer - Ft. Lauderdale & Nottingham, England. Gary Sammut, "DJ Sharky" - Miami Beach & Bristol, England. What is each of yours previous involvement with the "scene"? Austin, Graham, and Gary grew up in England while Ian and Richard went to school on the south coast for ten years. They all had the luxury of seeing the scene develop right in front of themselves. Ian and Richard introduced the music and rave scene to me four years ago when a friend of theirs from England started a weekly party called Energy, at the Cameo Theatre on South Beach. The Energy raves included performances by English groups such as N-Joi and DJs Mole and Moby, to name a few. Needless to say, the overwhelming energy and sinister atmosphere hooked me. Since then, we have traveled back to the UK each summer, where the scene is literally beyond description. To bring some of the flavor back to Florida, we started designing and producing UK styled rave shirts, which turned out to be extremely popular. When the opportunity arose in early '94 to start doing nights at clubs, and other productions, Ruffneck incorporated in order to take the business to the next level. Our own events have included Junglism at the Edge in Ft. Lauderdale, and Cloud Nine and Mutiny at a smaller club in Ft. Lauderdale; as well as other events Ruffneck DJs have spun at and torn up (Time, Time Re-United, Knowledge, Atmosphere, Joy, etc.). Where do you see the Ft. Lauderdale scene going? The Ft. Lauderdale and South Florida scene in general has so much potential for "jungle" that it's scary. With the vast majority of people being into reggae, hip-hop, and the "Miami Bass" sound, jungle lends itself as a natural progression of that tribal vibe. By promoting to this existing crowd that already has a passion for the bassline, and by orchestrating a proper night of music - not just drum & bass, not just ragga, not just dark; but rather include the groovy business, hip-hop, and reggae as well, we could send a ripple, or rather a shock wave, throughout the entire night life scene that would change everything as we know it and possibly rival that of England's, within a few short years.

How do the punters react to jungle down in Ft. Lauderdale? As far as punters go, that's not something we would care to venture into discussing. We all know they are there and that they would most likely show up for a jungle dance. I am pretty sure do to the high energy of the music, they would be quite popular among the crowds. What events are planned for the near future? Future plans for the Ruffneck include getting back into the leading club down here, the Edge, on a regular basis as we once were. Developing our own income is essential as so-called investors tend to be a waste of time and can leave you looking foolish. We currently have two different size parties budgeted and ready to go as soon as the finances become available. Both of these events figure to be the ultimate show for their size and budget. That's probably something you've heard every promoter or producer say before, but no one else has the ability to bring together the sounds of the UK and the U.S. of A. as we do. We don't mean to sound arrogant, as we have no reason to be, so don't be mislead. It's just a matter of confidence due to our connections and experience in the UK, and like our friend from there say - "It's taken us seven or eight years to get where we are, so be patient, and make it proper." What would be the "dream" event you would like to see take place in Ft. Lauderdale? Well, lets just say we would take your ordinary everyday airplane hangar, something the size that would fit the "Spruce Goose", and turn it into, oh, I don't know...Star Wars with surround sound!!! Enough blindin' intelligent lighting to put you into a frenzy. Dueling full color lasers. Bass bins to blow your brains. And the line-up...please, we'll need at least a twelve hour show with two rooms. Here we go: Arena 1 MCs: Navigator, Prince, & Det DJs: Devious D, Darren Jay, Ron, Brockie, Mickey Finn, Andy C, Jumpin' Jack Frost, Kenny Ken, Hype, Grooverider PAs: Ragga Twins & Rebel MC Arena 2 DJs: Jeremy Healy, Sasha, Lisa Loud, Grahame Park, Al McKenzie, Pete Tong, Josh Wink, John Digweed, Derrick May, Frankie Knuckles & Kevin Saunderson PAs: D - Ream, Alice in Limerick On a side note, Ruffneck Massive is returning to the UK in August of '95 for another trip to England's top raves and clubs. Anyone interested should phone us at (305) 537-3118. Big Up the ROAST crew and Kool FM Massive - Navigator, 5-O, Moose, Det, Brockie, Ron, SL, Swift, Footloose, and the rest of the boys. Respect to Jack Frost, Rebel, Flinty & Deman, The Ibiza crew, Randall & Marlon, the Rider, and Prince.

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Danny Brakes Droppin Science, Droppin s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-s-Science We all knew that Danny could throw down on the production end of tings. Now all those doubting his mixing skills need to shut the fuck up, because on September 24th this man whipped Chicago. He was in the Jungle Soundclash, nuff said. Here's some bits and pieces of what he had to say while stateside... (Mike) Silk Cut are the junglist cigarettes, right? (Danny) No, actually Benson and Hedges are. [Inta the Phantom with a pack of Benson and Hedges] (Jason) What's DJ Rap like? (D) Oh man, she's such a flirt. She'll come up to me and tickle my chin and just say "Hi" to me. (AK 1200) Isn't she dating Darren Jay? (D) No, not anymore, they broke up. She was seeing some MC. She's dated everyone. (J) Have you ever been with her? (D) Are you kidding?! (M) Is it true you're moving to Florida? (D) Yeah, at the end of next summer. (M) Why? (D) For the sun, the surf, and the senoritas! (M) Are you still going to be making jungle? (D) Yeah, but I'll also be making trip hop and hip hop tracks. Trip Hop is quite big in Florida, Jungle hasn't quite caught on yet. (M) It's pretty big in Chicago. (D) Yeah, when I was driving around Chicago I felt like I could be driving around England. Do you think we can drive around the ghetto so I can flash my rings from the window. (Candice) Fuck No! (D) Do you think you could hook up AK with Jill? (J) Sure... (AK) Danny is on Jill's tip...Nuff Said. Well, we certainly had a laugh while Danny and the AK were in town and can't wait for them to come back. Look for the Droppin Science advert in this mag to see what's in the pipeline for Danny. Thanks, mate. See you next year!

On July 30th I had a chance to meet someone very special, someone who has touched the heart of many. I'm talking of course about DJ Phantasy! Yes, I had the esteemed privilege of having DJ Phantasy spend an evening at my house while he was in Chicago for fuse. Quite a time was had by all, since Steve is one of the funniest guys I've ever met. Here's a brief recap of some of the two million questions I kept him up by asking for... JJ Jellybean's "Phantasy" Weekend (Phantasy) Do you think he did it? (JJ) What?! (P) OJ. Do you think he killed his wife? (J) I don't know! I don't think so. Why do you care? (P) It's all over the news. I love talk shows. I got this A.W.O.L. shirt because I was going on a talk show in England and they wanted me to wear it. Can we go to the Oprah show? (J) It's too hard to get tickets. I heard you got your DJ name from the first rave you spun at, right? (P) Yeah. I was supposed to help lead a group of ravers from the meeting point to this illegal rave. We had about four hundred cars in a caravan when the police started chasing after us, driving up the shoulder of the road and cutting us all off. They stopped our caravan and told us to turn around. The ravers started to riot and turned over police cars! One of the promoters who was riding along turned to me and asked how much I collected at the meeting point. I show him about 1,000 pounds. He slips me about 500 pounds and takes off saying thanks - I haven't seen him since. (J) How's Toronto been? (P) Man, I was doing a radio show with James "Styles" Bass and he starts going off on the air about us doing the show in the nude! I say "Easy Styles! That shit may go down here, but it doesn't fly in London! You stick to yourself." Do people here like the happy hardcore stuff? (J) Yeah, some do. (P) Dougal's gay, you know. He's a young guy, his dad does video for the big raves. That's how he got involved. (J) How many labels do you own? (P) Six. I'm going to start a new one, "CC", Canadian Connection. (J) Are there any rules you follow when you're producing? (P) No Amen. Never. I won't even play a track with amen when I DJ. Did you ever play football, or as you call it s"ah"ccer? (J) Yeah, I have a ball still. Take shots. Final Score: England: 6. U.S.A.: 0.

Salute the Kings King of the Jungle DJ Dextrous interviewed The Kings of the Jungle burst onto the hardcore scene in late 1993 with the incredible "Lovable". This track could still be dropped in any dance today, and will without a doubt stand the test of time as a jungle classic. The Kings have followed "Lovable" with nothing but quality releases on their own King of the Jungle record label and Suburban Base, positioning themselves as top producers in our seen. Dex was nice enough to fill us in on the Kings of the Jungle saga in-between the wicked follow up "Lovable part 2" and the next smash for K.O.T.J., "Red". So without further ado...DJ Dextrous! First some basic info; How long have you been DJing? I started DJing in 1987, some 7 years ago. I never had my own decks then but I had a fine selection of records. I would play with local sound systems. In the early days I was playing garage, soul, rare groove, hip hop and revival reggae. How did you get you're start? I started mixing seriously in 1989 when I decided to buy 2 decks of my own. The decks were not Technics but they helped me to gain the fundamentals. I eventually got my own 1210s in 1991 and built up my own sound system (Midifusion Inc.). My real break was playing at a wine bar in Kilburn, London every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I was very popular with locals and my name started to filter out. I also had some radio work on a station called Touchdown FM. This was playing hardcore and jungle in it's earliest form. What led to your involvement in the rave scene? From an early age I've been very keen on making my own music. Before actually DJing I was making my own music at home. I was never into the early acid music in this country, but once it became more musical with more emphasis on the drum and bass element, I was hooked. That led to my first record release in 1992. How did you and Keith meet? Funny enough, we both attended the same secondary school (Brooke House) but we didn't really know each other. The K.O.T.J. link came in 1992 when I signed up with Shut Up And Dance Records. Keith used to work for them and liked the track I released on their Ruff Quality label entitled "Ruffneck Biznizz". The original recording was a raw jungle track (maybe ahead of it's time) but they wanted me to dilute it a little. Keith understood where I was coming from so we decided to work together on some projects.

How long have you been working together as Kings of the Jungle? Both Keith and I have been working together for almost 3 years. I was DJing quite frequently in the early days so Keith and Baby Wayne would come and MC for me. We used to "tear up session" back then... The name "King of the Jungle" came about in early 1993. It was Keith's brainchild and... boy, what an impact the name alone has made (big up Rude Boy...). What came first, DJing or producing as the "Kings..."? There was a period in 1993 when I stopped DJing and just concentrated on production. This is when K.O.T.J. was born so I suppose the music came first. How does a Kings of the Jungle P.A. differ from you DJing a set while Keith MCs? From experience, the jungle crowds do not appreciate PAs as much as a DJ's set. Keith and I manage to generate more of an atmosphere when I'm DJing as the crowds don't know what to expect next. Do you play "live" or play a DAT? We play a DAT but usually do a special PA mix leaving vocals out so they can be done live. Occasionally, I'll have a keyboard live to play the odd riff. Which do you enjoy more, DJing or a P.A.? I prefer to DJ as I like to feel in control of a crowd. It's a lot more work than a PA and a lot more rewarding. What equipment do you use in the studio? Midifusion Studios is based on an Akai S950 sampler (fully expanded), a Yamaha SY85 and DX11 keyboard, a Studiomaster 16/8/8/2 Mixdown gold mixing console, Atari STFM computer running Cubase software, various rack mount effects modules, Sony DAT machine and various other bits and pieces (bottle of Southern Comfort...!). How do you feel on the use of live instruments and singers? Does it make jungle more credible? The use of live instruments and singers has been a positive move for jungle. It's made jungle more acceptable as music in it's own right and given it more appeal to a wider audience. As long as the foundations are kept raw and gritty, and the feel is maintained, I feel jungle, as we know it, will survive. I'm not into diluted, luke warm productions. Keep jungle pure...

What led to your involvement with Suburban Base? Can we expect any more from Kings of the Jungle on labels other than your own? There were rumors that Sub Base were trying to get hold of us for ages before we actually signed the dotted line. At "Jungle Fever 4" (Coventry) we had loads of tracks on dub plate. DJ Hype (respect...) played most of them on his set and totally ripped up the place. Word soon got around about us and Sub Base seemed like the best move at the time. We are concentrating most of K.O.T.J. production to our label at present but you may see us on other labels in the future. What labels are you and Keith working with? Under what aliases? I've recently started my own label (Subliminal Records) and I go under the name "DJ Rus De Tox" (anagram of Dextrous). I have done a few remixes for other acts and have a couple of releases on other labels. Where do you see yourself and the jungle seen a few years from now? Unfortunately for jungle, too many people are in it for the wrong reasons. There is far too much jealousy and back-biting for the scene to have a Unfortunately for jungle, too many people are in it for the wrong reasons. There is far too much jealousy and back-biting for the scene to have a healthy progression. If there was more unity amongst promoters, pirate stations, DJs, MCs, etc. then I could see jungle having a good 3 years. At the present rate "jungle will eat itself"... I see myself as a producer, not just a jungle producer. I'm capable of producing music other than jungle and plan to release some hip hop and garage tracks in the not too distant future. I try to remain flexible as the music industry is very changeable and uncertain. Has jungle helped broaden the scope of the hardcore scene or has it served to splinter the scene into factions? People love to "pigeon hole" what ever is new. I would say that jungle is hardcore in a more musical form or should I say an offshoot of hardcore. Unfortunately there has been a huge split in the rave scene and a lot of prejudice among ravers from these different forms e.g. happy hardcore; techno; jungle; house/garage... You do get an element of snobbery amongst the different scenes which is sad because there is a lot of good music being lost amongst all these politics. How does the London scene compare to the rest of the spots Kings of the Jungle have performed in? Things on the music front are more up front and fresh in London, but the scene on the whole stinks. In every other country we've played in, even just outside London, we've had a slamming time. People have smiles on their faces, things are more organized and you are treated with some respect. Crowds are more appreciative of what you do rather than who

you are. The politics and greed in London is what's killing the atmosphere for music lovers. Are you producing and/or engineering other artists for the King of the Jungle label? What's in the pipeline? We are currently working with Dr. P and DJ Matt (1661 Crew) and will be releasing their track entitled "Red" with a K.O.T.J. remix on the flip. We plan to sign up other artists in the future. Watch this space... We would like to personally thank all at CHA for their support for the cause. Shouts to JJ Jellybean, Scott & Lady Kay, Marcus, Ruffneck, Tony Blue and all the Toronto crew, all the positive ravers and buying public that are keeping our scene alive... big up. DJ Dextrous Discography Title / Artist / Label / Year Ruffneck Biznizz / Dextrous / Ruff Quality / 1992 The Victory / Dextrous / X-Amount / 1993 Lovable/Good Morning/Dancehall Style / Dextrous & Keith / K.O.T.J. / 1993 Wicked/Charge (Pt. 1) / Dextrous & Keith / Suburban Base / 1993 Horn EP / Dextrous & Keith / K.O.T.J. / 1994 Watch Out remix / Dextrous & Keith / Suburban Base / 1994 Bad Boy Tune/Jungle Theme/Wicked remix / Dextrous & Keith / Suburban Base / 1994 Lovable Pt. 2/Musically Abstract / Dextrous & Keith / K.O.T.J. / 1994 Time to Move/Rapid / Dextrous feat. HPee & DJ Ren / Suburban Base / 1994 Johnny remix / Dextrous / Suburban Base / 1994 24/7 Love / Dextrous feat. Hyperman / Land of the Giants / 1994 Selectors Roll/Southside Roll / DJ Rus De Tox & DJ Teebone / Subliminal / 1994 Whip Dem / Dextrous & Desert Storm/Dennis Brown / Saxon Records / 1994 Red/Red King / Dextrous, Dr. P, DJ Matt, & Keith / K.O.T.J. / N/A Heavenly Body / DJ Rus De Tox / Subliminal / 1994

On The Road With CHA by Mike Shum Saturday, July 23rd, 1994 is a typical summer Saturday in the lives of the Chicago Hardcore Authority. I wake up around noon and the mobile is ringing already. It's the DJ Jellybean on the phone line and he has just got DATs of tracks he finished up the night before. After a shower and shave, I meet up with him at Roadmasters to get the tracks pressed to plate. While the machine does its work, we are chatting with dancehall selectors Field Marshall, Pierre and the Talas International soundsystem, also waiting for dubplates, when the mobile buzzes again. This time, it's DJ Slak from South Bend, Indiana, informing us he is on his way to Chicago. Back in the waiting room, we share a spliff with the Field Marshall. Finally, Mark appears with the 10" to "Late Nite". We test it out and believe me it is firing hard. Tonight, we are set to play in the jungle room at Earth, an event in Milwaukee thrown by Massive Magazine, and no doubt this is one tune that will send the crowd that night into a fury. We thank Simon and disappear, as we are meant to meet Slak when he arrives at my place at 4pm. As luck would have it, he gets there about the same time we do, and so does the postman with a couple test presses in hand from DJ Krome at Tearin' Vinyl and of course one is none other than "The License." Nuff respect to Terry for the tune, suffice it to say we are the first people in the country to have it. We go back up to my room and listen to the new tunes. It is still a few hours before we have to meet The Phantom when he gets off work at 8pm, so we decide to head downtown to buy more khakis as one can never have enough. Time rolls when you are trying on gear and before you know it, it's time to brave Chicago traffic and head to Hot Jams to hook up with Brian. He is still in the shop taking care in making his final selections, as he is one of the headliners of the event in Milwaukee. Before we leave Chicago, we make one last stop to fill up the tank and to pick up a bottle of Tanqueray. We also take time to admire the spliff Brian is saving for later. Night is falling when we are finally moving, the Brockie tape is rolling, and the liquor is consumed. An hour down the road at the Wisconsin border, we meet up with our mates Scott and Kay from Dubshack. They will make the journey with us to Earth, as this is Carl Cox's first appearance in the Midwest. We return to the highway and another hour passes; it is taking longer than we thought and we are getting antsy because Brian is set to play an early set at 11:30. When we finally arrive at the site, which is closer to Madison than Milwaukee, we find that it is at a secluded barn. They are still setting up the sound and we exchange nicities with the Chicago crew

that have made the trek with us. Eventually, the sound starts and some guy plays some trance/house to an unenthusiastic crowd for about half an hour. In due time, it is Brian's turn and please believe me when I say he levelled the dance floor, with a mix of anthemic crowd-pleasers and also some intelligent jungle. Jason and Blackeye proved to be rough on the mic, controlling the large crowd that had assembled already. The last track was Terry and Bernard's "The License" which got its just due and was rewound three times. dieselBoy of Pittsburgh had the unenviable task of following Brian, but we were already off to the second barn which was the jungle room. The room was smaller but was already packed with several hundred ravers. In a sign of unity, six of the Midwest's top selectors shared deck time for a period of three hours as we kept the crowd in a frenzy. The roll call included Jason, Paul, myself, Brian, Dr. Groo, and a special appearance by Titonton from Columbus, Ohio. RP Smack and Justin Tewn were strangely absent and were missed. In any case, it was 4:30am before we knew it, and we left the packed second barn and returned to the first, where Lenny Dee was playing a godawful gabber set to an empty floor. Justice is served. We go outside and brave the inordinate number of mosquitos buzzing about to share Brian's spliff. The sun starts to emerge and it's time to return to Chicago, exhausted but feeling quite nice. It is 7:30am when we get back to Evanston and everyone crashes at my place. Around 4pm, the alarm wakes us. Feeling a bit groggy, we stagger about for a few hours and then head south of Chicago for Translucent, the only Sunday night jungle club in the country. We arrive at 8pm and Slak plays a pukka set, followed by another wicked one from Brian, and then it's to Jason and then myself. Dub 187 ends the evening with a happy hardcore set that had the remaining people there leaving quite content and satisfied, and a bit worn out no doubt. So there you have it, a typical weekend in the life of the CHA, 457 miles on my car, 100s of records played and over a 1000 people converted. Remember: when you roll with the us, you roll with the best. We aren't meant to be fucked with nuff said. We had a chance to chat with none other than the "Listerine Don", Carl Cox, during Earth. Here are bits and pieces of the conversation: Why did you stop playing hardcore? Well, I still play some of it. However, my roots have always been in techno and house, not reggae and hip hop. Do you like what jungle has become? I don't like some of the element that has become involved in it, especially the use of crack. There is a lot of good music being made, though. I feel Top Buzz is on the cutting edge at the moment. Easy mate. Good Luck in the Future.

"Sounds like a Black Thing" by the General Mr. Browning Recently you may have been shocked to turn on the radio and think that by some strange atmospheric aberration you were able to tune in to the Kool with a K from Chicago. Then you realized you were tuned in to WGCI the whole time and the Toni Braxton song you're listening to doesn't ever break down into a wicked 160 bpm "Amen" with huge bass hits. Indeed, one of the exciting recent trends in jungle is the increased sampling of "real music" in the form of R&B vocals, disco and funk bass lines and melodies, and, as always, the half-speed drums. Countless punters have been taken aback by the realization that a wicked verse they heard the man like the Medicine Muffin drop in T.O. was bumping coming out of a Mustang with gold rims and ground effects back in the 'hood just a couple weeks before. But it shouldn't be a shock that jungle producers are utilizing the harmonies and gospelly phrases of current R&B artists. The real junglists down in Kingston have had an ear open to American radio for over a decade. As soon as a R&B record (usually a slow jam) starts gaining popularity in the ghettoes of Chicago or New York, a reggae singer and/or DJ will press up a cover version, sometimes staying true to the original's flavor and sometimes working the track over with a roughneck riddim and different vocal style altogether. The reason UK jungle producers are using the music is a bit different. First, the slower tempo of an R&B sex ballad (also known as a slow jam) makes it beg to be sampled at half time. The result is something special when chunky jungle beats, silky vocals, and a rolling bassline come together to make the females, already looking sexy in the skin-tight, begin to whine they bottom. It makes this writer's nature rise just picturing it. And it's always been the case with jungle that dancing to the bass or the vocals vocals at 80 or 90 isn't as hard on the internal organs as bouncing along at 165 like the white-glove happy hardcore heads have to do. Second, the use of a popular vocal line gives the track a personality it might otherwise lack. With recycled riddims being a fact of jungle, a track's distinguishing features are its bassline, melody, and vocals. You might go as far as saying the element of words (or whines or moans) is what makes a jungle tune different than a drum and bass jam. Whatever the case, when we hear the vocal line of a track we know and love, we put our burners in the air and the selector knows that this one wants to be wheeled. A track like the G-Spot white that samples Sweet Sable's "Old Time's Sake" shows that a little injection of sweet sexy soul can go a long way toward getting the crowd to brock out.

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SELECTOR: The DJ Profiles This months feature spotlites the remaining CHAmpion Sound DJs: Phantom 45 and RP Smack. So once again, our thanks to Jay for the Atmosphere treatment! PHANTOM 45 How did you get your name? I was talking it over with Jason and it just came up. It sounded kind of catchy. How long have you been DJing? 7 years. Buying the music for 9 years. Did you find it hard to go from bedroom mixing to where you are now? No, but mixing at home is definately different from a loud system. I like to have the crowd. What would your three favorite tracks of all time be? "High Time" by DJ Trax, "Ghosts VIP mix" by Goldie, and "Renegade Snares" by Omni Trio. What do you think of the scene at the moment? Chicago's scene is obviously getting better - we are making a difference. If I can turn at least one person on, at the end of the day we're better for it. Why do you think the scene gets such bad media coverage? I don't know. I don't listen to the media. Do you DJ any other types of music? No, not at the moment. If I had a choice I would probably play Power Music type stuff, hard house. I appreciate all types of music except country. Where have you played outside Chicago? All over the midwest, Wisconsin, Ohio, Iowa, etc. Do you think there is a "supermodel" type attitude being adopted by some of the larger DJs? I think there should be some kind of attitude, it comes with the job. You're like an actor in a play. What advice do you give to the up and coming DJs? Be creative. Don't step on peoples feet. Push yourself forward. What do you think about MCs? I think MCs are good but they need to know the tracks so they can stay in the set. I hate when they chat and then you don't hear 'em for fifteen minutes because they don't know the tunes, then they jump back in when they hear one that they know. And don't over power the music. What MCs do you rate? Blackeye and JJ Jellybean. What DJs do you rate? All Chicago DJs - house, jungle, whatever style. Our mixing styles in Chicago are unique. What producers do you rate? Goldie, Omni Trio, Armand Van Helden, and Roy Davis. Any embarassing moments? Bleeding at the station while I was on the air. I got blood all over the record! RP SMACK How did you get your name? From all the heroin I did when I was a kid - I still benefitted from it though. How long have you been DJing? 8 years. Did you find it hard to go from bedroom mixing to where you are now? Nope. What would your three favorite tracks of all time be? Anything on On-U, DeeJay Recordings, or Metalheads. What do you think of the scene at the moment? It's a bit like high school at times, but it's improving thanks to our efforts at Ripe (we live it) and the Jungle Ting Massive. Why do you think the scene gets such bad media coverage? Fuck the media - they always turn everything around. Do you DJ any other types of music? Some ambient - mostly intelligent techno. Have you made any tunes? I'm waiting for the equipment and the time. Where have you played outside Chicago? Everywhere except the coasts, Toronto, and abroad. Do you think there is a "supermodel" type attitude being adopted by some of the larger DJs? Yeah, it sucks - there's nothing worse than a DJ with an attitude. What advice do you give to the up and coming DJs? Don't take the piss - sort yourself on a proper mixing board and headphones. What do you think about MCs? Jungle like hip hop relies on them. What MCs do you rate? Rhyme Tyme, Dr. No, EZ, JJ Jellybean, Ragga Twins, GQ, and Blackeye. What DJs do you rate? Wild Child, The Phantom, Snuggles, Jason with his new tune - believe. All the Toronto DJs. What producers do you rate? Goldie, Nookie, Rob Playford, SS and LTJ Bukem. Any embarassing moments? Playing jungle tunes four years ago and everyone looking up at me with blank stares on their faces.

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LIGHTER! by JJ Jellybean Red - Dr. P and DJ Matt (King of the Jungle). Dex and Keith's first signing to their K.O.T.J. label, let me tell you, the BOOM! Starts on a mellow tip but don't let it fool ya. Time stretch "come rude boy" sample and we're off stomping...WHEEL UP FLASH UP! Jazz/Blues piano riff breaks up the ragga in the middle. Flip sees another mix. 12/10 Selectors Roll - DJ Rus De Tox (Subliminal Records). AKA the man like the DJ Dextrous, once again the boom, what can I say. Rare groove strings rollin over "ya bad sister". Been on plate for a while, you'll recognize this fat jam instantly. Buy on sight. 10/10 Warning - Bryan G & Jack Frost (Philly Blunt). Ronni Size I believe is involved in one of the mixes as well, which is shaping up to be one of the biggest tunes of the year. Watch for the overkill 'cause this one is being distributed by SONY! 13/10 JJ-n-3D - Late Nite (Plate). We've been working on this bit together which is known by now for it's gritty rare groove samples. Big one as I've been bustin' it every chance I get. Tests out soon so get in line... The Amen Brothers (Plate) You can catch myself as well as the man like the 3D droppin' this hottie. Mad Cobra sample and firing amen into "wheel it up" chatting followed by big b-line's and pitch shifting in the drums. Jungled up remixes in the pipeline, watch this space! Horn EP Remixes - Kings of the Jungle (K.O.T.J. Records). Absolutely tearin' remixes of the classic Horn EP. Salute gets played around with on the horn... nice work Dex. An exclusive stateside to the Dub Shack so give them a call because you do not want to be left without this record in your box. 11/10 Ganja Man - Krome & Time (Tearin Vinyl). New music from jungle's dynamic duo. Singalomg Ragga vocals which is certain to be their newest anthem. Massive chewn. 10/10 Glass Pipe Fury - Exodus and Head Pressure (Tearin Vinyl). First release by these new artists on Tearin'. Doesn't dissapoint. 10/10 Future 6 - Nature / Natural (Future Vinyl). Not sure if this was available stateside - selectors get on the phone! Great chewn for the late night hardstep session, my pick being nature. 9/10 LDJ - (Dove Selection). Best bit by Jay to date. Excellent work in the drums on both sides of the platter, Dove side has an uplifting piano bit that is certain to grab a hold of any crowd, no matter how "ruff". 10/10 Future Dub Vol. 1 - Girls / Terror in the Jungle (Future Vinyl). This one's from a few weeks back but continues to be a big one for me. Ragga vocals on my favorite subject - the ladies! You all ask about it, so now you know. 10/10 Dillinja - He's been releasing tons and it's all good. Hunt all his releases down. 100,000/10

FOUL TIP by Phantom 45 Foul Play and Essence of Aura - 2 on 1 Vol. 8 (Movin Shadow). All I can say is this record hits the right spot. Foul Play side starts with flute sounds the tribal UK style breaks loose. Don't miss this one. 12/10 Omni Trio Vol. 5 (Movin Shadow). Once again Omni Trio shows us the way forward. "Living for the Future" is my favorite with minimal style breaks, uplifting piano and snares. Half way through the song it breaks down with the vocal and strings that put a smile on any ones face. 10/10 Attitude and Fluie FX - Attitude (Bear Necessities). Both side are for the deep thinker. Nice snares and drum riffs with trance lines. Bear Necessitates keep putting out the tunes for the future. 10/10 Interception - Feel It/Let Me Know. "Let Me..." uses some catchy female vocals and heavy beats and bass to get the job done with excellence. "Feel It" starts with congo drums and melodic keyboards to make this side the hottie. At the bridge of the song it breaks down with nice keyboard lines, then the heavy drums break loose, don't miss. 9/10 Mikey James - Nice 'n Deep/Mello (Suburban Base). "Mello" starts out with some thing out of a dream then cuts loose with beautiful drums and trancey lines. Breaks down with some wicked flanges later down the yellow brick road to give you total ecstasy. "Nice 'n Deep" is a bit more rugged with faster beat breaks with a sample saying, "You know what happens then." Total flange perfection happens along with the wicked samples for a perfect record. Some of the best work on Suburban Base in a while. Big Up the Mikey James. 15/10 DJ Trace - Coffee, Full of Flavor (DeeJay Recordings). This record is what's going down at the moment. Beautiful drums, hi-hat, ride cymbal, congas, and a sample of Too Black Too Strong. DJ Trace has a side I haven't seen before, but I love it. 10/10 Ranski - Dream of Horns. A-side has some cool rave horns with wicked beats. B-side is my side. Has dope drum sample, killer time stretching, and gum shots to top it off. A definite crowd pleaser. 10/10 White Lightning - So Many Tears (Pioneer Records). This record is beautiful. I can't put it in words, but it sounds like you're in space. 15/10 Other chewns worth mentioning: Street Beats vol. 1-6. 10" press, deep and educated. For the serious DJ. Dead Dred 10". You know the score on this song. The remix gives it a new life for that 2,000th play (plus 20 rewinds). Phantom's Tip of the Month: Remember - if a DJ thinks a song is to deep the DJ is too shallow! Phantom 45 & CHA: Big Up your Left Nut!

BITS & PIECES by DJ Snuggles Foul Play 4 (Moving Shadow). "To hell with em" finally out in general release. Nuff said. 14/10 The Gimp - Your Mind (Proper Talent). With a name like Gimp you know it's meant to be caned. Absolutely beaming. 11/10 Van Kleef - Life Changes (PP9) and Top Buzz - Living in a Dream (Basement). Oh gosh believe me, Top Buzz on wax in the 94 with two scorchers. "Life changes" teases you with Amen and features a brilliant vocal sample that is not to be fucked with. "Living in a dream" is a very creative top-notch piece that is not your typical mash up track. Get both at all costs. PP9 11/10, Top Buzz 9/10. Majistrate and EmBee (Splash). Two releases on a new label that is sure to send shockwaves in the new year. Majistrate comes with gorgeous piano and then slams into Amentastic fury. EmBee is a bit different flavour, with ragga bits thrown in the mix. Majistrate 9/10, Embee 10/10. Harmony & Xtreme - Watch this (Section 5). The new Section 5 release. Call the store to get this exclusive. Both tracks are wicked drum and bass stormers, you know these guys release consistently good shit. 12/10. Skanna - Greatest thing rmx. I thought the original was a bit pear-shaped, especially that awful "Heaven" remix. This one redeems the king of intelligent jungle. Nasty amen drum loop provided by DJ Spatts roll along over bits of the female sample from the original. Find and play. 8/10 Rogue Unit - Nookie rmx (Labello Blanco). The original "Dance of the saroees" was the bomb at all the events in the springtime. Gavin gives us the update replete with trademark Amen style and deep bass drop in the middle. The first was for the conoisseur, this one's for the brockout crew. 10/10 Simon Bassline Smith (Absolute Zero). The return of the don after his smash Kakoo in April. Dark dark Amen track with long and scary intro. Don't listen to it alone in your bedroom with the lights off, unless you want to end up off your fucking rocker. 8/10 Doc Scott - Champion Sound rmx (Legend). A long wait and worth it. A completely different re-working of the anthem of the year, with strings and rolling beat. If you're expecting anything like the original, though, you'll be disappointed; you should know by know that Doc Scott doesn't fuck about. 9/10 CHA feat. DJ 3D and MCs Jellybean - Informer the CHA anthem (Plate). The track to end all tracks, believe me, this bomb will be unveiled & dropped by DJ Jellybean at Universal Love and guaranteed to seriously fuck up every dance in which it is played. Nuff lyrical stamina provided by the 'bean and engineered by the man like 3D himself. Prepare for the rewind because this one demands to be wheeled. 83/10

tings-a-gwan Well, Renegades, there's nothing left to say Toronto. All I know is if you ain't seen DJ Rap pull a toon out of her DJ Box, you ain't fucking lived. Believe me, fellas you know the KU! Serious, all the DJs amazed and big ups to everyone in Toronto that night. The Hrd Cru spent some time with Bizzy B. in London and came out with quite a chewn under the belt under the name "Check One". Serious drum and bass from the cru, look for an intelligent track on the flip when it finally comes out on Brain. DJ Rus De Tox has a bit to go called "Top Gun, The Aeroplane Tune". Like the Helicopter Tune but still slamming. Nuff tracks in the pipeline for Dub Shack Recordings. That's right, it's more important than ever to call 708-604-1983 because you never know what you might miss if you don't. Look for Blackeye's Bloodclot Records sometime this spring. Coming soon to WNUR is DJ Snuggles. That's right...check 89.3 and watch this space. Jumping Jack Frost just closed the deal to send him into superstardom with SONY. Look for the tearin' Warning to be followed by a re-release of The Burial plus Burial Remixes (which Scott has heard - Better than the original he says!) The Box Usher is creating quite a storm now with his "Can U Get With It". This cut is the bomb and his album is not to be slept on. Same goes for Blackstreet. "Before I Let Go" is a huge single, but I prefer the b-side, "Joy". Also there's a nice accapella cut on the album. Four lovely ladies known as Y?N-Vee show us why with the hot single "Chocolate". Mary J. Blige returns with "Be Happy". A great tune, we all love it. Toni Braxton's new one is getting lots of play thanks to a R. Kelly remix. Speaking of Robert, rumor is he has gotten 15 year old Alliyah pregnant. Talk of marriage is around too, with Alliyah faking her age to be able to marry Kelly. Alliyah's now on tour in the far east, supposedly sent there by her father in an attempt to break the two up. Raja-Nee is out now and busts out the same Isley Brothers loop as Naughty By Nature used in "Hip Hop Hurray" for her "Turn It Up" single. Kind of a ragga/r&b track, should be big considering the recent successes of Terror Fabulous's "Action" and Ini Kamoze's "Here Comes the Hot Stepper". Check the b-side of the new Janet Jackson single, "70's Love Groove", for some nice retro r&b. Remixes of Whitehead Bros. due soon on Motown. Brandy's album out now on promo, search for it because no domestic vinyl for the LP. Pete Rock and CL Smooth drop The Main Ingredient. Check "I Get Physical" - dope. Method is the bomb, but you could have guessed that. "Sub Crazy" - believe me! Dr. Dre and Ed Lover: B-A-C-K U-P Off Me! It's dope and the video's the bomb. Redman has his album due any day, just as tight as ever. New Slick Rick album and 12" out now, check the remix on the wax. Milk sounds pissed on his new release. Fat shit and the album features Ad Rock with Mike D. on the drums for all you Beastie heads. Peace...

tings-a-gwan Top Event: Renegades; Lucky Spin, Syrous, and Pleasure Force, Toronto. Top DJ: Danny Breaks; the original BOOM!, Jungle Ting, Chicago. Top MC: JJ Jellybean & Blackeye; Big Sexy Bass, Ripe, Chicago. THE BEST OF THE BEST: Champion Limerick by Jimmy Low Some people say jungle's too moody They say that the girls all dress lewdly But that's how I like 'em Puff on my glasspipe then And I'll kick in your head 'cuz I'm rude see? Winners Column Big up's to all who entered the poem contest. Congratulations go to Jimmy Low of Rainham, Essex for his winning entry. The fact the he actually wrote in from the UK had no ting to do with our decision. Jimmy—we put your jacket in the post last Thursday. Big Up to Bill Cunningham Jr. and Eddie Pascual for the close second and third. A mix tape from the esteemed Dub Shack library is yours. Robert A. was the only one to correctly identify the femme DJ as the very lovely DJ Rap. Nice try to the one who sent in "The white one from Kemistry and Storm". We thought we made it easy enough for you. Better luck next time. All our winners are contacted by mail when the new issue goes out. This Month's Contest Win a copy of the new Moonshine compilation "Law of the Jungle" on special limited edition red vinyl double-pack. This compilation features artists from the Sour Records stable like Shy FX, UK Apachi, Gunsmoke, etc., and includes hits like "Original Nuttah" and "Gangsta Kid." All you have to do is identify the DJ pictured on the left. Hint: He took his name from an American boxer, and is definitely "one to watch." Winners will appear in the next issue.

wha'appen Our view of what's going on in the months to come. November 12 Home - Chicago Vibe Alive, Ripe, and HPS; 312-509-6453 CHA DJs Phantom 45 and DJ Snuggles. Lots more including Kevin M. Saunderson and various Chicago House/Detroit Techno legends. November 12 Total Recall - Toronto Syrous; 416-462-7594 DJ Phantasy celebrates his birthday in T.O. with Gemini and MC Reality alongside the whole Toronto jungle massive. November 12 Plan B - Montreal jungleJUNGLE; 514-849-9123 DJ Rap returns this side of the pond. November 26 Universal Love - Chicago Ripe; 312-509-6453 Mystical Influence and Sniper travel down from T.O. along with MC EZ, Dr. No, and MC Reality. Chicago selectors include Phantom 45, DJ Snuggles, JJ Jellybean, and Wild Child. November 26 Big Up Your Chest Gumby - Toronto Cloak; 416-462-7594 DJ Phantasy, Gemini, and the usual Toronto crew set to Mash up a dance floor filled with Movin' Shadows! Must be seen to be believed. December 2 Burial - Minneapolis Usual; 1-800-803-8520 CHAmpion Sound travels to Minneapolis to give this city its first taste of a real b-line. Expect nuff damage. December 10 Lost in the Jungle - Toronto Delirium - 416-760-3273 Randall, Ellis Dee, plus every bad-ass DJ from T.O. and the CHA crew there to mash up the dance for Delirium's second year. CHICAGO HARDCORE