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Santas Nheras podcastsantas_nheras_nice_up12feb2025Ñerxs, en este capítulo hablamos con la colectiva Nice Up, quienes a través del Dancehall trabajan la autoconfianza, el amor propio y el respeto a todas las formas de expresión. Nos cuentan cómo este baile empodera a las personas, especialmente a las mujeres, y fomenta la aceptación de nuestros cuerpos y la autenticidad. El Dancehall se convierte en una herramienta para dejar atrás los juicios y celebrar la diversidad.A lo largo del episodio, descubriremos cómo el baile puede ser un medio liberador que no solo fomenta la autoconfianza, sino que también abraza...
2025-02-1359 min
NiceUp CrewMungo's Hi Fi Interview with The Groove ThiefTommy Danger from Scottish sound system collective Mungo's Hi Fi talks to The Groove Thief, ahead of their New Zealand tour.
They discuss new productions and projects, how the crew operates and has evolved, working with authenticity and respect, the upcoming tour, and how Jamaican music and culture has spread around the world.
Also featuring both classic and fresh Mungo's riddims.
Photo: Bartosz Madejski, www.bartphoto.co.uk
2023-01-1232 min
NiceUp CrewBig G - Festival Rockers Mix For NiceUpKia ora Nice Up Whanau,
I’ve been DJing for over 30 years, starting out in the early 90s as a box boy for the Mighty Axis Sound System. It was a hard introduction to sound system culture in the North of England and I eventually became a selector and DJ.
My addiction to vinyl and DJing became so great that I opened my own record shop, Proper Records. We also ran a couple of drum and bass labels, ‘Birth’ and ‘Home Grown’ which pumped out about 25 vinyl releases.
Aotearoa and Northland have been home for over 16 years now. I’m currently th...
2022-09-2858 min
NiceUp CrewLittle Records with Big Sound - Tom B Mix for NiceUpTom B is a DJ and collector of fine music with a deep affection for the humble 7 inch vinyl record.
In 2019 he and long time friend East Larry started up Jive Turkey - a party that celebrates the little records. 'We're big advocates of the multi genre, open-format approach to DJing and you can hear this coming through strongly at each of our nights.' Jive Turkey happens on the last Friday of every odd-numbered month at Havana bar in Wellington.
'Huge thanks to the NiceUp crew for inviting me to submit a mix, it's an honour to be asked...
2022-08-1056 min
NiceUp CrewExplosion Sound System Mix for NiceUpExplosion Sound System, Northern Ireland’s heavyweight Dub Kings, are a Belfast-based collective who have been promoting reggae and dub alongside sound system culture for nearly 20 years.
The crew represent a mix of both classic and upfront modern reggae, roots and dub in a conscious style.
'This mix was recorded in our studio in Belfast on a cold afternoon.
A few of the crew got together and selected some of our favourite songs that we have been listening to lately. We set up the sirens and FX, locked the door, lit the fire and ran the tape...'
Positive sounds, he...
2021-11-211h 01
NiceUp CrewJamin-I Vinyl Mix for NiceUpJamin-I comes through with a vinyl selection for NiceUp Aotearoa.
Starting out collecting 7" records from Jamaica after living in the Caribbean for work, Jamin-I's passion for bass culture and conscious messages has extended to many genres over the years.
Residing in Raglan, Jamin-I is the brains behind the notorious Raglan Sunday Sessions, which has been running for over a decade. He has hosted many reggae legends like Mungos Hi Fi, Mad Professor, DJ Vadim, YT, Charlie P, Soom T and Jstar to name a few.
Vinyl Culture - Raglan is his latest project, providing a platform for vinyl collectors to...
2021-10-211h 01
NiceUp CrewRoots Fire Mix for NiceUp[From Selector Warric] Since I discovered sound system I have been hooked. I began collecting and building speakers and audio equipment in the hopes of building my own sound system and studio.
After some time, along side my crew and with guidance from other sound systems around the country, we launched Roots Fire Sound in 2017 with the goal to create a vibe and share music with people.
Since then we run a radio show showcasing all aspects of bass music - Roots Fire Radio, every Monday, 8pm to 9.30pm on RDU out of Christchurch. We also aim to run sessions...
2021-09-061h 00
NiceUp CrewEmpress Naima Mix for NiceUpEmpress Naima’s strictly vinyl selections are solid and bass-heavy, yet sweet and conscious.
Empress started on Kfm radio back in 2004, and has been involved with several local radio stations since. She has played at festivals such as Prana, Sundaise and Splore as well as many sound system dances and community events.
Empress is passionate about supporting artists and is an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the music scene.
You can catch her every second Wednesday on Base FM’s Peace & Dub show and on the Jafa Mafia Sound System.
Empress says 'Big up the NiceUp crew for keeping Aote...
2021-06-2947 min
NiceUp CrewRise and Shine Rockers - Love RockersThis ‘Love Rockers’ mix offers up a blend of Lovers Rock, Reggae Soul, covers and general Reggae Love songs, giving the listener an all round warm summer loving vibe.
Throughout 2020 I opened my ear to more of the sub-genres and off shoots of reggae. Adam Prescott dropped his ‘Soul Adventures Mixtape’ in late-2019 and I had that on steady rotation through 2020. I’ve been really digging the U.K. Lovers Rock sound pioneered by Dennis Bovell.
Athens of The North and Emotional Rescue have been reissuing some gems that have helped me explore the Lovers Rock sound more, along with a taste of...
2021-01-141h 23
NiceUp CrewMikey Majestic Mix For NiceUpIn the early 90's I had a notion to learn the bass guitar. As reggae has always had the best basslines, I bought a cassette of Lee Perry and the Upsetters 'Blackboard Jungle Dub' from Real Groovy, in the vain hope that I could teach myself to play the bass. The bass sat idle while my reggae collection started to expand.
Around the mid 90's I was listening to Duncan Campbell's 'Sound system' show on bFM, playing reggae on a Sunday. A short time later I discovered Dubhead's show too. There were certain dub tunes that really made an impression...
2020-10-141h 00
NiceUp CrewThe Shady Lady Mix for NiceUp - Take Up SpaceThe Shady Lady AKA Carrie has been rocking dancefloors and airwaves all over Aotearoa since 2003, with her fresh blend of skank-based selections ranging from deep old Jamaican dubs through to rocksteady, tropical bass, dancehall, bouncy hip-hop and digital skank. Always keeping to the bass culture tip of things.
Favouring outdoor parties with heavyweight speaker stacks, Carrie knows how to read a floor, mash up a sound and doesn’t shy away from dropping a few crowd-pleasers along the way.
Carrie says,‘Women are so underrepresented in the New Zealand music, festival, DJ and reggae scenes. We've got to keep pushing for e...
2020-08-2459 min
NiceUp CrewRise & Shine Rockers - At The Dub Market, Best of Summer 2019 - 206FtSTIX aka STIX of Rise & Shine Rockers and Majestic Roots Sound System was formally introduced to sound system culture back in 2011. Experiencing Aba-Shanti-I at the junction of Southern & East Row, W10, London ignited the fire. From there the education, research and record collecting began.
After moving back to his hometown of Tauranga, Bay of Plenty he and Amelio-B formed Rise & Shine Rockers in 2016. The crew played sessions every now and then until the summer of 2019 - 2020, when the pace was picked up with a busy summer and gigs across the Bay of Plenty. Over this summer period he was also...
2020-04-071h 50
NiceUp CrewCastrum Mix for NiceUpCastrum discovered sound system culture in 2011, at a Pressure Roots Hi Fi night in Falmouth. He has been selecting and collecting around the UK and Europe over the last 4 years and recently moving around New Zealand and Japan. He also spends time behind the camera, filming events and documenting the scene.
He has worked for many sound systems along the way, including the legendary Channel One Sound System.
Castrum brings positive vibes with no compromise, from rootical foundations to modern day masterpieces. He says 'We are here to break down barriers and mash down Babylon. One love to each and ev...
2020-02-121h 02
NiceUp CrewMungo's Hi Fi Mix for NiceUp - Part 1The brilliant Doug Mungo's, co-founder of the celebrated and pioneering Glasgow sound system and bass music production collective, lays down a 2-part new year mix before he reaches New Zealand and Australia with Eva Lazarus. 2020 celebration. Upfullness!
Mighty Diamonds - Pass the Kutchie (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Chronixx - News carrying dread (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Cian Finn - Go lassie go (Dumbarton Rock)
Little Roy - Prophecy (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Johnny Clark - Rain keeps falling (Scotch Bonnet Records)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Ranking Levy - Raindrop skanking (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft P...
2019-12-2636 min
NiceUp CrewMungo's Hi Fi Mix for NiceUp - Part 2The brilliant Doug Mungo's, co-founder of the celebrated and pioneering Glasgow sound system and bass music production collective, lays down a 2-part new year mix before he reaches New Zealand and Australia with Eva Lazarus. 2020 celebration. Upfullness!
Ward 21 - Can’t do we nuttin (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Charlie P - Rules of the dance, Kahn remix (Scotch Bonnet Records)
Traces - Hear seh (Scrub a dub)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Sizzla - Dry Cry (Dubplate)
Mungo’s Hi Fi ft Gardna and Charli Brix - In my zone
Alxzndr - Golden Gate (Scrub a dub)
Fat Freddy’s...
2019-12-2633 min
NiceUp CrewJafa Mafia Mix for NiceUpJafa Mafia are pioneers of the Aotearoa, New Zealand reggae sound system scene and are major forces in its development and progression. They are based out of Auckland, loaded with dubs, with an unrelenting commitment to bringing music to the people!
Selectors Tobi and Merriman roll out a vinyl mix of recent conscious reggae, roots and beyond. This one goes out to the land protectors world wide.
More info:
www.facebook.com/Jafa.Mafia/
Track listing
Shower of Rain - Winston Reedy
Nuclear Age - Milton Blaze
Door Peeper - Winston Reedy
Jah is Standing By - Winston Reedy + Salute
...
2019-08-271h 03
Think Outside the Box SetS10E4. This Is the Inside DanceThe Best of the Wailers by Bob Marley and the Wailers.
Cameron does the inside dance, Nathan wins an argument, and Carlos gives them both galaxy brains re:reggae.
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Learnin' Links:
Carlos Jones' website
Listen to Carlos Jones and the P.L.U.S. Band on Spotify
Listen to Rhythm Child on Spotify
JamaicanPatwah.com
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Listen along to The Best of the Wailers here!
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2019-08-061h 17
NiceUp CrewChris Lane Vintage Vinyl Selection - ‘72 Special"In 1972 I was 16 years old, and although I was still at school I had two paper rounds and a Saturday job which provided money for going out, clothes, and most importantly, records.
While all but a couple of friends had unceremoniously ditched reggae as their music of choice I had already made the step up from buying UK releases on Trojan and Pama’s labels to buying ‘pre-release’, 7” 45 rpm records that were freshly imported from Jamaica. The latest sounds with wildly exotic label designs or mysterious, rubber stamped white labels.
Sometimes these tunes would take months to be released over here, an...
2019-06-131h 22
NiceUp CrewLivity Mix for NiceUpLivity’s obsession with reggae music began when he moved to Dunedin to begin a Fine Arts degree. He started attending reggae dancehall nights at Bath Street, saying ‘I was that annoying kid asking the DJs for track names’.
Soon after this his vinyl addiction began. He was invited by General Dread from Renegade Sound System to present a show on Radio One. Not long after he started playing at Bath Street’s weekly reggae nights.
In 2006 Livity supported Luciano and met Messenjah from Reality Chant Productions backstage, the day before moving back to Christchurch. This lead to joining Messenjah and Naza...
2019-05-271h 19
NiceUp CrewWakamana Sound System Mix for NiceUpAli T began running sound systems in Scotland over 10 years ago. Always focused on reggae and bass music, he was a regular at the Mungo's Hi Fi 'Walk and Skank’ night in Glasgow and on the festival circuit.
Ali then moved to New Zealand and built Wakamana Sound System alongside musical collaborator, Cai. In the last few years he has been pushing Wakamana forward, running sessions across the South Island, hosting a bi-weekly radio show on Drop FM and playing various venues and festivals as DJ Wakamana.
Ali says, “I wanted this mix to represent sound system culture in New Zeal...
2019-05-0249 min
NiceUp CrewDJ Vadim Mix For NiceUpDJ Vadim in the mix for NiceUp before he returns to New Zealand and Australia this March for the Dubcatcher 3 Tour – Flames Up!
A prolific artist for over 20 years, Vadim is an evolutionist in sound, constantly pushing boundaries and creating cutting edge beats across hip hop, reggae, dub, bass, soul, funk and grime.
Grounded in the foundation, creating beats of the future.
More info:
www.djvadim.com
2019-02-191h 23
NiceUp CrewGwaan Gal Mix for NiceUpA heavyweight music collector, record dealer, promoter, tour manager and DJ, Gwaan Gal has been a part of the New Zealand, Australian and Canadian music industry for over a decade. In New Zealand, she founded the pioneering dancehall club night 'Buss It Up' and has played on top radio stations and festivals. She runs Simmer Down Productions in Melbourne.
From dancehall, jungle, hip hop to house and disco sets, her eclectic rhythm driven sounds are destined to keep the dancefloor full. Having produced music for Jamaican artists and performed alongside global acts, she is a staple in providing good vibes.
...
2019-01-2949 min
NiceUp CrewStinky Jim Mix for NiceUpEngland is a divided and deluded Babylonian mess right now but I choose to take the glass half full approach and celebrate a heap of UK reggaematical tackle from back in the days of the Miner’s Strike and Rock Against Racism, up to right now times.
This isn’t meant to be comprehensive, chronological, going particularly ‘deep' or even inclusive. Just some killer tunes and personal favourites. For every one included I left out a bunch, so if anyone wants a Volume 2, speak up.
Through all this present day nonsense and shittery, it’s wise to remember tough times produce...
2018-12-182h 17
NiceUp CrewAuckland Ska Fest Mix for NiceUpRossco, co-founder of The Auckland Ska Festival, in the mix with a Ska Fest special. Check all these bands at the Festival, Saturday 1 December at Galatos!
More info:
www.facebook.com/akskafest
AceTones - Goliath
Surrey Boudit - Tek My Leave
Skakilla - Atsushi & the Moisties
The Mighty Herdsmen - The Green Grass
Regan Perry - Flow
AceTones - Sweet Ting
Surrey Boudit - Goldrush
Atsushi & the Moisties - Poor Man Dub
Mighty Herdsmen - The Call
Yebiisu - 420
Roofdog - Metalliska
AceTones - Hard Time Come
Atsushi & the Moisties - Firetrain
The Mighty Herdsmen - On My Way
2018-11-2752 min
NiceUp CrewRadikal Guru Mix for NiceUpRadikal Guru especially in the mix for NiceUp, ahead of his Australasian tour. Strictly heavyweight dubwise business. All killer!
Check him in session in New Zealand:
Friday 26 October @ Laundry, Wellington
Friday 2 November @ Neck of the Woods, Auckland
Radikal Guru ft. Echo Ranks - Warning (RG roots mix)
Gentleman's Dub Club - Riot (Radikal Guru rmx)
Only Joe - Wicked Land (Radikal Guru rmx)
Radikal Guru ft Double Tiger- Build Fire
Numa Crew- Knowledge (Shabba vip)
Radikal Guru ft. YT - Stay Calm
Radikal Guru - Stay dub
Dubbing Sun & Digit ft. Troy Berkley - One Big Tune A Day
Von...
2018-10-2443 min
NiceUp CrewP-Vans Mix for NiceUpP-Vans began making music and cutting dubplates in 2006 in Wellington, establishing himself as a DJ and producer within the emerging sound of New Zealand dubstep.
His productions have roots in dub, UK garage and grime. His music is inspired by sound system, bass and dubplate culture. As a promoter, he has helped to form and shape the Aoteaora dubstep scene, and with the Strictly 138 Crew, brought some of the scene's pioneers to the country.
P-Vans says "For the mix I wanted to represent tunes from old and new contemporary reggae and dub with strong dubstep and grime influences. It's straight...
2018-10-2350 min
NiceUp CrewOxman Mix For NiceUpOxman is an institution in the London reggae scene. Perhaps most well-known internationally for his work with the renowned Dub Vendor and Soul Jazz crews, Oxman has a long and deep history, from running his own sound, producing, record collecting, to hosting dances. Whether selecting or on the mic, he is one of the best in the game covering the full spectrum of all things reggae.
It all started at his mother’s South London blues parties, where young Oxman used to hijack the decks, while sound systems such as Soferno B and Untouchables were taking a break.
By 1981 it wa...
2018-09-1145 min
NiceUp CrewDub Organiser Roots Mix for NiceUpDub Organiser was formed by the acclaimed Dave Hendley and Stu Tolhurst in Whitstable in 1998. When Dave passed in 2016, Stu was joined by Keith Lawrence and Queen Kaori to carry on the mighty Dub Organiser legacy.
The crew share a passion and love for old school reggae in all its forms. From the production techniques, artists, songs, sound, trivia to the culture, they love it all! They play the very best in Ska, Rocksteady, early Reggae, Dub, Roots and Rub-a-Dub and bring straight up vibes to any session.
Catch them on the airwaves on The Dub Organiser Show, every second...
2018-08-231h 17
NiceUp CrewBeat Down Babylon meets NiceUpBeat Down Babylon and NiceUp join forces to bring big, bass heavy selection.
Check them in session Friday 27 July @ Laundry, Wellington.
2018-07-221h 12
NiceUp CrewDotsie 90s Roots Mix For NiceUpDotsie has been entertaining the massive for 30 plus years, playing all genres of Jamaican music. He began originally at his own ska and reggae nights in 80s Dublin, before stepping out with the roots reggae sound of the Firehouse Skank crew in the 90s.
In the noughts he signed up with Worries Outernational, Ireland's premier sound and dubplate specialists. This has seen him deejay in Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland and the UK, as well as at their infamous Dancehall Styles and Reggae Fever weekly clubs in Dublin.
He is presently a regular selector at the Thomas House Dublin where...
2018-06-061h 01
NiceUp CrewRevolution Sound Mix for NiceUpLong-time in the reggae scene, Nealske has been collecting records for around 20 years. He has a love for all styles of reggae and his selections are wide-ranging.
Nealske holds down the Revolution Rockers show on the Auckland airwaves on Base FM, every second-Wednesday 8 - 10 pm.
In 2017 he took things to a new level and started Revolution Sound System. Check him in session for his first outing this month at Whammy Bar with Fish and Bread Sound System.
The mix features artists like Ras Ico, Original Survivors, I Kong, Twinkle Brothers, Burning Spear, Rob Symeon, Yami Bolo and The Saints.
SoundCloud...
2018-05-091h 01
NiceUp CrewFish and Bread Sound System Mix for NiceUpLaunched in 2017 and one of the newest sound systems out of Aotearoa, Fish and Bread Sound System is impacting on the scene, with its first major outing at the 2018 Ruapuke Roots Festival.
Hailing from Snells Beach (just north of Auckland), the 2-scoop sound was garage-built by selector and operator Vaughan Roots, a long time reggae and dub aficionado. Like many sound owners, Vaughan built the sound after resonating with the vibe and energy of a sound system session.
“Hearing Lion Rockers for the first time was like a revelation. I knew a little about sound systems but had never experienced on...
2018-04-1858 min
NiceUp CrewSystem Unknown Mix For NiceUp - Major Delay, Operator Andy, Sam Stacka and LegoSystem Unknown are a collective of selectors and musicians who share a love for Jamaican music and sound system culture. Meeting in Melbourne through their work as sound engineers, the crew was founded by Operator Andy and Major Delay. Joined by Sam Stacka and Lego, they bonded over their love for bass heavy tunes and Jamaican grooves.
They have put all their efforts into building their own unique sound system with a crisp, intelligible analog sound perfect for the playback of vinyl records - known as the one and only System Unknown Sound.
More info: www.facebook.com/SystemUnknown/
Mix...
2018-02-052h 49
Radio CurfewCool Cool Collie ~ Dub, Bashment & UK BassFresh slices of UK Dub Bass Rap Reggae
Featuring a stack of version excursions from Scottish skank-meisters Mungo’s Hi-Fi, sweet and sour vocals from Eva Lazarus, Bristolian bashment from Gardna & Co. and a selection of cuts from the Ghost Writerz’ mixtape taster on NiceUp! Records. ..plus a freebie gem from Russian Londoner DJ Vadim weaving his magic on Lou Reed. Enjoy x
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Dub To Sing ~ Mungo's Hi Fi
Amsterdam ~ Eva Lazarus/Mungo's Hi Fi
Spring Shower (Dub) ~ Mungo's Hi Fi
Work To Do (feat. Yt/Little John) ~ Mungo's Hi Fi
Ing (Dub) ~ Mungo's Hi Fi
Cool Collie (Fredyhigh Remix) V1 ~ Pete...
2018-01-2753 min
NiceUp CrewBass Foundation Roots Mix For NiceUpDelhi Sultanate has long pioneered the sounds of reggae and hip hop in India. In addition to his solo career, he owns and runs @bassfoundationroots sound system with his partner Begum X. New Delhi's first hand built reggae sound system. He is also lead vocalist for India's first ska and rocksteady band The Ska Vengers.
BFR Sound System play strictly vinyl selection across a range of Jamaican genres and a vast collection of dubplates. The sound supports free speech, political activism and community development. They are on a mission to take reggae music to the heart of India and connect...
2018-01-0857 min
NiceUp Crew45 BLAST How Yu Fi Sey Dat?A compilation of some of the finest 7 inch vinyl from the How Yu Fi Sey Dat? records catalogue.
It would not be unfair to say "How Yu Fi Sey Dat?" was one of the most important record labels in Jamaica during the 90’s. Run by singjay Anthony "Red Rose" Cameron and singer Anthony Malvo, the label contributed to dancehall culture and the careers of many 90’s artists like Red Dragon, Cobra, Bounty KIller, Beenie Man, Major Mackeral, Daddy Lizard, Terry Linen, Simpleton and the Scare Dem Crew. Accomplished recording artists in their own right, both producers also featured on the labe...
2017-12-041h 23
NiceUp CrewRudie Bam Bam Mix For NiceUpOriginally from Catalonia, Spain, and a working class hero back home, Rudie Bam Bam is a lover of rough Jamaican sounds and Northern Soul and has a compulsive addiction to collecting rare vinyl from the 60s and 70s.
Noted for his devotion to music and fashion, Rudie is also a fan of Spaghetti Westerns and a bit obsessed about old school music, art and filming. Thousands of litres of beers, very loud music and good friends is the perfect weekend.
Established in Wellington since 2013, he is the man behind the High Explosion Reggae series, bringing you the best in Jamaican...
2017-08-201h 23
NiceUp CrewDJ Crazyeye Mix For NiceUpStraight out of Titahi Bay, Porirua NZ, Josh AKA DJ Crazyeye brings some favourite selection! Growing up in Whakatane and moving to Wellington in the late-90s saw Josh surrounded by the Capital's roots sound. From Trinity Roots, Fat Freddy's Drop and Kora through to the legendary Roots Foundation sessions, all of these sounds have heavily influenced his musical taste ever since.
A stint living in London saw Josh introduced to a whole other level of sound system culture, like Gladdy Wax Sound System playing at local summer festivals and Nottinghill Carnival.
As a designer and documentary maker, Josh recently...
2017-07-2656 min
NiceUp CrewRoots Agenda ft. Tenor Steppa Mix For NiceUp - Part 1All vinyl selection by Roots Agenda ft. Tenor Steppa live and direct, taking inspiration from both new and old dubwise riddims.
Based in Bristol, the two perform at sound system dances, combining live instruments with vinyl discs. They represent the Hold Tight Collective, a record label and promotion crew showcasing emerging artists from across Europe and the UK.
Watch out for an upcoming Roots Agenda and Tenor Steppa mixtape as well as a string of digital releases from Hold Tight.
For more info, bookings, and to link up, contact @rootsagendabristol.
More info:
www.facebook.com/RootsAgenda/
www.facebook.com/holdtightrecords/
2017-07-0245 min
NiceUp CrewRoots Agenda ft. Tenor Steppa Mix For NiceUp - Part 2All vinyl selection by Roots Agenda ft. Tenor Steppa live and direct, taking inspiration from both new and old dubwise riddims.
Based in Bristol, the two perform at sound system dances, combining live instruments with vinyl discs. They represent the Hold Tight Collective, a record label and promotion crew showcasing emerging artists from across Europe and the UK.
Watch out for an upcoming Roots Agenda and Tenor Steppa mixtape as well as a string of digital releases from Hold Tight.
For more info, bookings, and to link up, contact https://soundcloud.com/rootsagendabristol.
More info:
www.facebook.com/RootsAgenda/
www...
2017-07-0240 min
NiceUp CrewLucky Cat Zoë - Warming Up the Dance for NiceUpLucky Cat Zoë began DJing at parties in 2000, progressing to her own club nights in South London. A collector of vintage vinyl, Zoë has a specialist interest in East Asian culture. She collects a wide range of musical genres, but true to her South London roots, Reggae is her first love.
Since 2006 she has produced and presented the Lucky Cat radio show for London arts station Resonance 104.4FM. The weekly programme is a tasty chop suey of East Asian culture, Reggae, Rhythm n Blues and Folk and is broadcast every Saturday at 3.30pm GMT. She also DJs at reggae nights ac...
2017-05-2348 min
NiceUp CrewReality Chant Dubs, Remixes & Rarities - Mixed By MessenjahReality Chant Productions present an original selection of Dubs Remixes & Rarities from the Dubwize/Reality Chant vaults. Complied and mixed by Messenjah, this showcase features original works from 2004-2017, including currently un-released gems. Big up all the singers, artists, remixers and producers featured.
https://soundcloud.com/realitychant
www.facebook.com/realitychantproductions/
1. Hi Kee – Can’t Move (Dubplate)
2. Chrisinti – So High
3. Cian Finn – Look To The Future (Unreleased)
4. Reality Chant feat. Elijah Prophet – I’m Thankful
5. Reality Chant feat. Cornell Campbell – Father Says
6. Reality Chant feat. Cornell Campbell – Father Says Dub
7. Reality Chant feat. Cornell Campbell & Hi Kee – Father Says (Remix)
8. Reality Chant feat...
2017-04-2857 min
NiceUp CrewManaia Toa Mix For NiceUpManaia Toa has been in the game since the late-80s, bar managing at now legendary venues in Wellington and crewing at warehouse and one-off raves.
One and a half years in London deepened his knowledge and experience of pirate radio and sound system culture, and he religiously attended Aba Shanti I sessions and Bryan Gee's Movement nights. During two years in Ireland he was deeply entrenched in the Drum n Bass scene, always causing trouble in the dance at early Bassbin gigs at Switch in Temple Bar.
Back in Aotearoa, Manaia Toa held down a Saturday night radio show...
2017-03-0250 min
NiceUp CrewSteve The Hat - A Little Way DifferentFollowing on from his much-loved Revive mix for NiceUp, Steve the Hat is back with another unmissable instalment! This time he has taken a break from dropping strictly heavyweight Rocksteady and presents a mix covering all styles but still all killer no filler! BIG!
1. Let the Music Play. Cornel Campbell and Links (Links)
2. I Need You Now. Errol Thompson (Sioux)
3. Can I Change My Mind. Alton Ellis (UK Studio 1)
4. Long Way From Home. Soul Defenders (Studio One Blank)
5. Sufferation. Trevor Clarke (Studio One)
6. Dark Shadows. Charles Hanna and the Graduates (Graduates)
7. Peace of Mind. Mickey Simpson (Shacks)
8. Resting Place. Burning...
2017-02-231h 19
NiceUp CrewMajestic Roots Mix for NiceUp Part 1Majestic Roots Sound System is the creation of Mikey Downbeat, a stalwart of the reggae scene in Aotearoa. A deep roots selector, Mikey has a long history of playing roots, dub and reggae to audiences in New Zealand and internationally, including five years on 95bFM in Auckland and five years in Ireland and the U.K.
After collecting and deejaying reggae for over twenty years, the inspiration to build a set came to fruition this year, inspired by local and international sound systems and the desire to play and present reggae music in a true form. “I went to a da...
2017-01-0530 min
NiceUp CrewMajestic Roots Mix For NiceUp Part 2Majestic Roots Sound System is the creation of Mikey Downbeat, a stalwart of the reggae scene in Aotearoa. A deep roots selector, Mikey has a long history of playing roots, dub and reggae to audiences in New Zealand and internationally, including five years on 95bFM in Auckland and five years in Ireland and the U.K.
After collecting and deejaying reggae for over twenty years, the inspiration to build a set came to fruition this year, inspired by local and international sound systems and the desire to play and present reggae music in a true form. “I went to a da...
2017-01-0530 min
NiceUp CrewConviction Roots Mix For NiceUpOriginally from Wellington, New Zealand, Conviction Roots began with an interest in Asian Underground and Drum n Bass, which naturally led him to Reggae.
The Roots Foundation sessions in Wellington left a lasting impression on him and sowed the seed for what was to come. After moving to the UK and hearing Reggae played on a heavyweight sound system for the first time, it became his main musical focus.
A lover of all styles from Ska through to Steppas, with a first love of 70s Roots from the golden era, Conviction Roots believes there is room for everyone in Reggae.
2016-12-201h 14
NICE UP! recordsNICE UP! Podcast - November 2016Another huge selection of the freshest reggae, dancehall, dubstep, jungle and bass treats from Shepdog this month, including tracks and remixes from The Nextmen, Benny Page, Major Lazer, Serial Killaz, Jstar and Chimpo. As we're getting in the festive mood, there's also a COMPETITION to win a new 12" from Schlachthofbronx, plus news of a FREE album download coming soon on NICE UP! Records. Tune in to find out more!
We've also added a new feature - you can now check most of the tracks played on our new "Podcast Playlist" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/niceup%21records
Mixcloud...
2016-11-301h 02
NiceUp CrewGooba Jungle Mix For NiceUpRepresenting his hometown, Christchurch, New Zealand, Gooba has an ongoing passion for old school jungle and reggae music. He runs 100% vinyl, promotes strictly positive vibes and is instrumental in the forward movement of Aotearoa bass music and culture.
Gooba has been a part of the music scene since 1993, first in bands, then running and promoting raves. He has run some of New Zealand's most loved festivals, ‘New Beginnings’ from 1997 to 2000 and ‘I-Nation’ from 2008 to 2010, held at the famous Whitecliffs site. And many infamous underground parties at The Old Mill. Goob Central and The Bass Factory Warehouse.
After moving to the UK in 20...
2016-10-0448 min
NiceUp CrewRoots Factory Mix for NiceUpFrankie is a selector and co-operator for Roots Factory and Downbeat Melody Sound System. A traditionalist through and through, his selection and production is all grounded in a foundation style, from Rocksteady and Roots through to Dancehall and Digi. He is a strictly-vinyl selector and an avid dubplate cutter.
Representing Bristol, Frankie runs Cosies, one of the city’s best reggae clubs, and is also the reggae purchaser for Idle Hands Record Store.
As part of the Roots Factory duo, Frankie plays alongside Brigadier JC often back-to-back, allowing the two to meld Brigadiers contemporary style with Frankie’s classic, providing a bi...
2016-09-221h 34
NiceUp CrewForeigndub Mix for NiceUpForeigndub take you higher with reggae to dancehall vibes, deep within the concrete jungle of Sydney, Australia.
More info:
https://soundcloud.com/foreigndub
https://www.facebook.com/foreigndubsyd
2016-07-272h 00
NiceUp CrewLQ - Dub Up For NiceUpAll vinyl Dub Steppas mix by LQ at Echo Chamber Sound Studio. Spring reverb, dub siren, and space echo pedal effects.
Also featuring 10" acetate dubplate of Dubkasm, Way Down. 12" version available online from Red Eye Records: http://www.redeyerecords.co.uk/vinyl/73003-ecs-002-lq-ben-dudding-incl-dubkasm-remix
More info:
@echochambersound
www.facebook.com/echo.chamber.1
1. Kaiju – Burn Down Babylon – Deep Medi Musik
2. Cessman & Joe Ariwa – Mental Madness – Dubliminal Records
3. J. Robinson WhoDemSound Meets Cessman & K-Man* – Ramsgate Dub Mix – Lion Charge Records
4. Danman – The Wisest Live Long – Indica Dubs
5. Indica Dubs meets Forward Fever - The Dub Live Long
6. Ishan Sound ft. Rider Shafique – Trojan – Peng Sound
7...
2016-05-281h 01
NiceUp CrewLQ & Midnight Dubs - Smugglers Anthem (Echo Chamber Sound - Digital 002)Smugglers Anthem - Produced by LQ and Midnight Dubs AKA Nava (Reality Chant). Free download of the second digital release on the Echo Chamber Sound label.
Drums, bass and dubs by LQ | Guitar and synth by Midnight Dubs
Mastered at Dub Studio Bristol | Cut to acetate dubplate at Transition Mastering in London
More info:
https://soundcloud.com/echochambersound
https://www.facebook.com/echo.chamber.1
Check for a series of upcoming jungle and steppas collaborations from LQ and Midnight Dubs, out on the Echo Chamber Sound label.
2016-04-2504 min
NiceUp CrewXIXgon Int'l Mix For NiceUpMix from DJ Shai reppin XIXgon Int'l (Trinidad / Toronto) and their IREMEMBER brand. Showcasing some of their favourite old school Roots and Culture selections. All killa!
https://www.facebook.com/xixgonintl/
https://www.facebook.com/IREMEMBERreggae/
(photo credit: Becca Lemire)
2016-04-131h 01
NiceUp CrewPartial Records Mix For NiceUpFormed in early 2013, Liam runs Partial Records from his base in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. Partial have laid down a path of newly recorded music as well as unearthing a chunk of hard-to-find tunes mainly from the 1990s (plus a few from the 1970s and 1980s) for the reissue market.
Releases include recordings by artists such as Max Romeo, Mikey General, Cornel Campbell, Junior Delgado, Solo Banton, Sandeeno, Paul Fox, Jah Marnyah, Alpha & Omega, Dixie Peach, G.T. Moore, Everton Chambers, Vin Gordon, Danny Red, Disciples, Vibronics, Bush Chemists, S'Kaya, Nucleus Roots, King General, Restless Mashaits, Donette Forte and more.
Liam has...
2016-03-0357 min
NiceUp CrewUndercover Revival For NiceUpA mixture of the old and the new sums up Undercover nicely. His love of reggae spans the entire gamut from 50s Jamaican Shuffle to Ska, Rocksteady, Roots to Dub, Rub a Dub and Digital, to the current crop of Revival Roots Reggae and Dancehall riddims.
Growing up in Auckland, Undercover selected and promoted with his crew, The Sandy Bay Social Club, running sessions at Khuja and Rakinos and jamming with the likes of Gappy Ranks, Million Styles, Junior Reid, Rodney P and Skitz and JStar. Sandy Bay have also held down the Friday Night Takeout radio show on Base...
2016-02-091h 35
NiceUp CrewUndercover Foundation Mix For NiceUpA mixture of the old and the new sums up Undercover nicely. His love of reggae spans the entire gamut from 50s Jamaican Shuffle to Ska, Rocksteady, Roots to Dub, Rub a Dub and Digital, to the current crop of Revival Roots Reggae and Dancehall riddims.
Growing up in Auckland, Undercover selected and promoted with his crew, The Sandy Bay Social Club, running sessions at Khuja and Rakinos and jamming with the likes of Gappy Ranks, Million Styles, Junior Reid, Rodney P and Skitz and JStar. Sandy Bay have also held down the Friday Night Takeout radio show on Base...
2016-02-091h 30
NiceUp CrewThe Groove Thief Mix for NiceUpThe Groove Thief is nearing his fifth anniversary of promoting quality music in Hong Kong. From the irie state of Colorado in the USA, his focus may be on dub, reggae, and other Jamaican-influence styles, but he firmly believes a good tune is a good tune regardless of genre. He has been described as "among Hong Kong's leading arbiters of musical taste" by the South China Morning Post.
Equally dedicated to both journalism and live events, The Groove Thief regularly does reviews and interviews at NiceUp, is Time Out Hong Kong magazine's main clubbing writer covering all aspects of the...
2016-01-1440 min
NiceUp CrewPapa Steve Downbeat Melody Mix For NiceUpPapa Steve has run Downbeat Melody Sound in Bristol UK, for the last ten years. His passion for reggae developed in the 70s when he began going to blues dances in South London and built his first sound, Sir Messenger. For awhile Steve lost contact with reggae, then some years later around ’91 his interest was rekindled and he has been hooked ever since.
He has been deejaying for over 20 years and plays across the UK regularly, including collaboration sessions with Frankie Dread from Roots Factory. He also ran a much loved Saturday morning radio show on Passion Radio Bristol.
Steve sa...
2015-12-081h 11
NiceUp CrewInner West Reggae Disco Machine Mix For NiceUpThe Inner West Reggae Disco Machine is a sound system from the Inner West suburbs of Sydney, Australia. The crew, consisting of Rik Sonic, Stevie Dub and Gonz, are a bunch of reggae addicts with a passion for all things reggae from Ska and Calypso to Dancehall and Digi-killers and everything in between.
The sound system itself was inspired by Heartical Hi Fi from Melbourne and the legendary Firehouse parties of the 90s, but most importantly the lack of a sound in Sydney.
The crew say "We like to run a dance with MCs over a natural progression of rocksteady...
2015-11-161h 00
NiceUp CrewGrafta X NiceUp present Dun Di Place Vol.3Dun Di Place Vol.3 is the third in a series of strictly dancehall mixes by DJ Grafta, that represent the main focus of his output as a selector, Jamaican street music.
Originally hailing from the Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand, Grafta has played a crucial part in developing the Auckland and New Zealand bashment scenes, and now resides in Vancouver, BC.
Grafta pushes the cutting edge of future focused dancehall, reggae and club remixes. He hosts a weekly session, 'Unwind Thursdays' and holds down production and mixing duties for the likes of Pressure Dem and One Way Records among other...
2015-10-191h 03
NiceUp CrewBent Backs Sound Mix For NiceUpBent Backs Sound was founded in 2009 in Rennes, France. Passionate about the 80s era of reggae, the crew collect records, cut original dub plates, and promote artists and sessions.
In 2011, Bent Backs founder, Lo, decided to move forward and produce his own records. Bent Backs is now a Brooklyn-based label working with artists in New-York and riddim makers from Rennes.
Their releases reflect an intention to promote upcoming artists, such as Jay Spaker and S'Kaya, along with recording Jamaican veterans like Johnny Osbourne, Echo Minott, King Kong and Ranking Joe.
Bent Backs live performance features a unique selection of records...
2015-09-0800 min
NiceUp CrewRoots Factory Mix For NiceUpUK crew, Roots Factory, bring you an essential mix of some of their favourite records, unreleased gems, and home-made heavyweight dubplates and specials.
Since 2007, Roots Factory have been making waves on the European circuit, headlining club nights and festivals all over. They have also been busy in the studio releasing two 12" records, as well as a very limited series of dubplates cut especially for sound systems.
Their selection is a mix of old and new, never forgetting the pioneers who helped shape the sound, while making forward-thinking music with a modern feel.
More info:
https://soundcloud.com/rootsfactoryrecords
1. Matic Horns...
2015-08-0200 min
NiceUp CrewAdrians Wall - Word Sound & Power Mixtape - Part 3: PowerOriginating from High Wycombe in the UK, Adrians Wall started building his Sound System around the end of 2007, after hearing Channel One at Notting Hill Carnival, before packing it up and shipping it over to Melbourne in late 2011.
Now a stalwart of the Melbourne sound system scene, Adrian can be found running his own events, guest selecting at other dances, and occasionally stringing up the sound in a park in order to spread the vibes.
Unashamedly promoting Rastafari and always trying to make sound system as accessible as possible, preferably free, Adrians Wall’s events can be summarised by the fi...
2015-07-161h 00
NiceUp CrewAdrians Wall - Word Sound & Power Mixtape - Part 2: SoundOriginating from High Wycombe in the UK, Adrians Wall started building his Sound System around the end of 2007, after hearing Channel One at Notting Hill Carnival, before packing it up and shipping it over to Melbourne in late 2011.
Now a stalwart of the Melbourne sound system scene, Adrian can be found running his own events, guest selecting at other dances, and occasionally stringing up the sound in a park in order to spread the vibes.
Unashamedly promoting Rastafari and always trying to make sound system as accessible as possible, preferably free, Adrians Wall’s events can be summarised by the fi...
2015-07-091h 00
NiceUp CrewAdrians Wall - Word Sound & Power Mixtape - Part 1: WordOriginating from High Wycombe in the UK, Adrians Wall started building his Sound System around the end of 2007, after hearing Channel One at Notting Hill Carnival, before packing it up and shipping it over to Melbourne in late 2011.
Now a stalwart of the Melbourne sound system scene, Adrian can be found running his own events, guest selecting at other dances, and occasionally stringing up the sound in a park in order to spread the vibes.
Unashamedly promoting Rastafari and always trying to make sound system as accessible as possible, preferably free, Adrians Wall’s events can be summarised by the fi...
2015-07-031h 00
Deadly Dragon Sound's Reggaematic Podcast++ DEADLY DRAGON - MY ORGAN WEIGHS A TON ++++ DEADLY DRAGON - MY ORGAN WEIGHS A TON ++
Last Minute END-OF-THE-YEAR mix to play on your New Years party, in your car or just whenever you are feeling like some serious organ driven reggaematic Scorchers!!!!
This mix was done a few months ago for our good friends at NICE UP aka http://niceup.org.nz/ and now we thought we would ahre it with everyone before the NEw Years kicks in.
I totally blanked on the play list so You'll Just have to enjoy!!!
Check www.deadlydragonsound.com for LOTS of killer tunes!
2013-12-3055 min