DUPLOC023

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FKOF Promo!

Four track EPs are a great opportunity to connect with a producer (or producers, in this case), to explore their material in an in-depth – yet palatably succinct – manner. Our next release, FKOFd055, extends this approach with our first ‘…& friends’ EP in FKOF Records’ history. 

FKOFd055 drops this Friday, 01/04/22, (pre-order live now) and is then available at Beatport two Fridays after, and on general release 29/04/22.

1. EKSTR - Inspiration
2. EKSTR & Ninety - Blend
3. EKSTR & 11th Hour - Calling
4. EKSTR & ØZ - Photic Zone

‘Another example of our very own Korrupt’s A&R efforts, we welcome three new artists to the FKOF family with our 55th digital EP. Olaf contacted Davide, aka as EKSTR, and the two of them teased out the four tracks we ended up signing. It’s a family vibe, but even more so with everyone involved. It’s awesome to see FKOFd002’s 11th Hour still releasing with us the best part of a decade after Jason’s debut outing (more on that soon), and equally awesome to see Russia's Ninety and Bristol's ØZ join the roster with their efforts. 

‘FKOFd055 kicks off with EKSTR’s solo outing — the aptly titled ‘Inspiration’. It’s a crisp stepper that crescendoes to something special. The percussion in this tune is next level. Track two welcomes Ninety to the party, with ‘Blend’. It continues where ‘Inspiration’ left off, but adds some extra Ninety spice to the mix. A nice touch. 11th Hour and EKSTR strip things back to their sparsest with ‘Calling’, all stretched samples and meditative, eyes-down vibes. Beats, bass and space. We call things to a close for track 4, on the ØZ and EKSTR collab ‘Photic Zone’. It brings the swing and is designed to get the floor moving in the dark corners of an early morning. 

‘Separately, the four tunes on EKSTR’s FKOF Records debut say a lot about Davide’s skills on the buttons. Together, alongside the EP’s equally talented collaborators, we know the artists in this group are onto something special. This won’t be the last we hear from the four producers on our imprints and, who knows, maybe we’ll see more ‘…& friends’ releases come to FKOF! Whatever happens, we hope you enjoy FKOFd055 in whatever form (standalone or as the four tracker) takes your fancy.’

https://soundcloud.com/fatkidonfire/sets/fkofd

@ozdubs
@the_ekstr
@11th_hour
@ninetyxxxxxxxxx
https://fatkidonfire.com
https://fkofd.bandcamp.com

FKOFd055

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EKSTR - FKOFd055 [FKOF Promo]

Lost Moments

Slimy Ape - LDS [EP]

https://soundcloud.com/slimyape

01. Badman

Hailing from Leeds, Slimy Ape is a rising force in the Dubstep scene, captivating audiences with his unique sound and energetic performances. As a producer and DJ, he has quickly made a name for himself, earning a reputation for his innovative approach and powerful releases. Despite being relatively new to the scene, Slimy Ape has already secured imprints on some of the most respected labels in the industry, including Locus Sound, Northside Records, and LDH Records. Now his latest EP, 'LDS', is at home with us at Sudo. 

His music is characterized by deep, wobbling basslines, intricate rhythms, and textures that create an immersive listening experience. Each track showcases his keen ear for detail and his ability to push the boundaries of the genre, blending elements of traditional Dubstep with fresh, experimental sounds.

Slimy Ape’s live performances are nothing short of electrifying. Known for his high-energy sets and seamless mixing, he has a knack for reading the crowd and delivering exactly what they need to keep the dance floor moving. His passion for music and dedication to his craft are evident in every beat, making each performance a memorable experience.

With a rapidly growing fanbase and a string of successful releases, Slimy Ape is undoubtedly one to watch in the Dubstep world. As he continues to evolve and push the genre forward, there’s no doubt that he will leave a lasting impact on the scene.

linktr.ee/slimyape
linktr.ee/sudosound

Mastering: The Greys
Art: KATON

Slimy Ape - Badman

FSRV001: Dub Shrubs - System Chant / System Chant (Sano Remix)

We’re excited to launch Freddy Street Records with “System Chant” by the infamous Otautahi/Wanaka Duo, Dub Shrubs. This soundsystem-ready track combines modern steppa and dubstep elements to create a groovy and powerful sound that merges the strengths of both genres.

This release also includes a skunky remix from Otautahi producer Sano, which features a more dubbed and siren loaded take on "System Chant", featured on the B side.

Limited Edition 10" dubplates of FSRV001, as well as the full digital album, on our bandcamp.

https://freddystreetrecordings.bandcamp.com/album/fsrv001-dub-shrubs-system-chant-system-chant-sano-remix

OUT NOW

Mastered By: Beau at Ten Eight Seven Mastering
Dubplate Cut By: Josh Lion at Downbeat Mastering
Artwork By: Oliver Prince

BUY HERE

FSRV001: Dub Shrubs - System Chant / System Chant (Sano Remix)

Jah Beer - Steppin

#CHAOS
originally broadcast on subcity.org on 21/02/2025

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Official video: https://youtu.be/WyUT8lJNNN0

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Use for dancing :)

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Cover art by burnsun

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Want Some

@cocobolosound are on a roll at the moment. This time, they’ve drawn for some proper old-school energy from @swrbeats with his 'Bill Bak / Step Back In' double release. 

Listen to our premiere of "Step Back In" here. What begins as a moody 2-step cut quickly gets deeper and more complex. Rough oscillating bass, shifting sub lines and sharp, scattered rhythms are all bound together with clean liquid synths that seep across the whole sound. "Step Back In" is a perfect, nostalgic dark garage soundtrack for soaring in the shadows until the morning light.

Bill Bak / Step Back In

Step Back In

Premiere: SWR - Step Back In

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FKOF Promo!

Having not really thought about it, it's a bit of a surprise that there are only a handful of records in our digital catalogue that are collaborative projects. FKOFd020 reimagined FKOFd006 with four different remixers, FKOFd030 was four tunes from four artists, we've had one or two collabs or remixes dotted about. But it wasn't until Roklem & Sebalo's FKOFd039 that we properly got a release that ably demonstrated the skills of more than one producer on a record. As it happens, our next digital EP is more of that vibe. Four tracks (and one free download) from two artists from different sides of the planet.

'FKOFd045' is available from the FKOFd Bandcamp tomorrow and @junodownload next Friday, 12/06/20, and will be available from all good electronic retailers two weeks later. Hit the buy link to pre-order the release...

1. Crowley - Stoic
2. Crowley - Luz:Daze Dub
3. Crowley & e s p - Rosetta
4. e s p - Jah
5. e s p - Molotov [FKOF Free Download]

Here's the fifth track from the release, a FKOF Free Download to accompany the FKOF guest mix @crowley_nl's been kind enough to fire our way (the mix debuts in the July FKOF Sessions show on @subtleradio). This one's a master courtesy of Dan @ Beat Chef Masters, available for free via the FKOFd Bandcamp. Enjoy...

https://soundcloud.com/fatkidonfire/sets/fkofd

@crowley_nl
@e_s_p_beats
http://fatkidonfire.com
http://fkofd.bandcamp.com

FKOFd045

Molotov [FKOF Free Download]

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e s p - Molotov [FKOFd045 Free Download]

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