DOUBLE A Vinyl & CDs

Review: Unsurpassable crate-digger's delights. Heat Rock bring a coal-powered baptism of fire, with Altered Tapes and Double A both on board, assuring us of a red-hot coal walk across a crisp bacon boom bap. The way Altered Tapes flips The Beatnuts’ flute sample into a break-heavy dancefloor weapon is right on brand for them: tight chops, crisp drums, and an undeniable groove. And Double A on the B-side, bringing that Southern heat with a breaks twist? That’s a recipe for some serious DJ ammo.

Review: Private Stock Records serves up a treat for DJs and turntablists with a new 12" packed with beats, scratches, and skipless tracks. Four skilled DJsiBig Once, Cutso, Double A, and Nick Bikeicontribute their skills to this collection, offering a diverse range of flavours for scratching and beat juggling. Each DJ delivers a 'Scratch Sentence' and a selection of beats at various tempos, providing a versatile toolkit for creative routines. The inclusion of skipless tracks adds another dimension, allowing for seamless blends and extended mixes. With its focus on functionality and quality, this release is a must-have for any serious turntablist or DJ looking to expand their arsenal of sounds.

Review: The EastSide Edits label outta Canada is here to provide big moments of fun for jobbing DJs. Their first EP sold out in quick fashion because of the irresistible nature of the mash-ups it contained. Now comes a second volume, this time in the form of a couple of edits. Demiur's Jacked Payboi edit of his own take on massive rap hit 'WAP' is smoothed out into a chunky house groove with all the controversial original lyrics from Cardi B and Megan the Stallion left in place. On the flip is a big, shimmering disco epic in the form of Double A - 'Oh My God' (Double A's Mid Tempo Rework).

Review: Double A's latest project strikes with a directness that leaves little room for misinterpretation. The project teeters between raw street energy and moments of introspection, captured in lo-fi glory. Tracks pulse with deep bass, while the rhythms roll in a way that feels just right, balancing minimalism with unpredictability. What stands out most is the tone: it's brash, but there's a certain vulnerability that underpins every bar. The rapping is unflinching, revealing an artist completely comfortable in his own skin.

Review: Mountain Records are a new funk label, pushing 45's cut with new funk tinged with a modern production sheen. Two label mainstays decorate each side of this one: for the A, Double A asks 'You Feel Alright?' We certainly do, not least thanks to the artist's heavy locking down of sampled big boom drums, funky grooves and evil laughter. The Gaff meanwhile offers up a breakbeat banger to the altar, letting up on bass for a weird, flauting finish. 7"s collectors, watch out.

Review: This 7" delivers a double dose of expertly crafted edits that pay homage to iconic sounds. Side-1 features Vitamin D's 'Roger That', a funky, Roger Troutman-inspired masterpiece. With seamless edits of classic elements from Troutman's catalogue, the track is a groove-laden tribute packed with nostalgia and dancefloor appeal.Flip to Side-2 for Double A's 'You Can't Front On That', a clever rework reminsicent of the Beastie Boys' Check Your Head era. Double A skillfully amplifies the track's raw energy, blending its gritty funk and hip-hop essence into a crisp, modern edit. Both sides showcase sharp production and an undeniable love for their source material. Hip-hop and early electro funk heads unite!