Fat Freddy’s Drop are a sonic force, combining soul, jazz, reggae, dub, and techno into a seamless, high-energy experience that reverberates far beyond the stage. Hailing from Wellington, New Zealand, this seven-piece ensemble has become legendary for their improvisational prowess and transformative live shows. Fronted by the smoky, smooth vocals of Joe Dukie, the band melds deep basslines with lush horns, rhythmic guitar, and expertly layered electronic textures that keep audiences on their feet. Tracks like Wandering Eye and Roady pulse with infectious grooves, while their extended jams can transport listeners to both hypnotic and euphoric states. Fat Freddy’s Drop don’t just play music—they manifest a vibe, a journey, inviting listeners to explore a transcendent realm where the energy is electric and connection is inevitable. Each performance feels like a unique celebration, an alchemical fusion that taps into the universal spirit of dance, rhythm, and unity.
Listen: Based on a True Story, Blackbird.
Leftfield are pioneers of electronic music, known for sculpting deep, textured soundscapes that blur the lines between techno, dub, and ambient house. Emerging from the early ’90s London scene, they captured an audience seeking intensity and innovation. Leftfield’s music crackles with primal energy, driven by dense, layered beats and gritty basslines that anchor a mix of world music samples, trippy synths, and cinematic flourishes. With iconic albums like Leftism, they forged a signature style: dark, immersive, and unmistakably powerful. Tracks like Open Up and Phat Planet are relentless, rebellious anthems, vibrating with raw sonic depth that fills rooms and rattles hearts. Live, Leftfield’s performances are immersive journeys—unpredictable, intense, and entrancing, marked by strobe-lit euphoria and walls of reverberating bass that create a visceral, almost hypnotic experience. More than music, Leftfield offers an invitation into a sonic dimension where sound and sensation converge, transporting listeners into an otherworldly state.
Listen: Leftism 22, Rhythm & Stealth.
Super-sized high-quality rub-a-dub-dub for discerning connoisseurs of the finest Reggae music. Fat beats indeed.
Listen: Artikal Intelligence.
Reggae music runs through this man’s veins. Youngest son of Bob, he takes the legendary legacy and builds upon it. Evolution.
Listen: Patience.
Positive vibrations from Junglist Congo Natty (AKA Rebel MC). It’s glorious when he gives his jungle tunes a Dub rework.
Listen: Jungle Revolution in Dub.
The absolute best in the business for Steppas Reggae. High-energy dance-floor smashers. Pioneers of the craft.
Listen: 90’s Classic Cuts.
In Dub by Stealth Tactic
The Crescent in York is widely renowned for its Reggae music. With its extensive soundsystem, it’s a mecca for those that enjoy earth-shaking basslines. These sets were designed with the venue in mind. An ode to the singular atmosphere there. Whether you’re new to the genre or already a connoisseur, you’ll find music old and new, rare and familiar. It’s accessible and still challenging enough to maintain interest. So, sit back and relax or jump up and dance to these vital tunes. The choice is yours.