Kings Of The Amen Jungle Mix One - 30-04-22

Martin van Zeelandt / TCD
2 minutes ago
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It is Monday, and it is going to be a long week. I don't know what it is, but certain weeks you just know, will be a drag. And even though it's Monday, I just know it will be a long week. But don't you worry, TCD have got your back. I went to my trusted Soundcloud, had a look around, and landed back onto Craig Scott's page. I could have picked any of his mixes, as they are all superb, but I decided to go for this 'Kings Of The Amen' mix. We all love a bit of the Amen break, right?

Who doesn't? I certainly do love the famous Amen break, and it is the most used sound bit in our history. Many artists have used the sample, but in Jungle and Hardcore music it has obviously been used quite a lot. And Craig Scott has picked 25 records which do contain this famous sample, and crammed them into a splendid mix. But I am not surprised, as he always delivers, and every mix I've encountered so far, has been amazing.

This mix has been on repeat for hours, and my neighbours must think I've gone mad. I couldn't care less: the Amen break is to be shared with all. Everyone should enjoy it. And hopefully you will now go to the bottom of this review, see the Soundcloud player, and press play. And while you are listening to it, just have a quick look at this tracklist, as it's a great one. But the main focus here is the music, and Craig Scott is making us feel the Amen break, yet again!

1 - Jason Ball - Horns For 94

2 - Sully & Tim Reaper - Mindswept

3 - Kid Lib - Original Roughneck (Tim Reaper VIP)

4 - Mister Shifter - Dreada Than Dreada

5 - Morphy & Skitty - Put Down Ya Gunz (Spirits Riot Mix)

6 - Bizzy B - Listen Tune

7 - DJ Hybrid - Rumble In The Jungle

8 - Veak - Sweet Madness

9 - Dwarde & Tim Reaper - Globex Corp Volume 8 (A1)

10 - Lavery - 94 War

11 - Kid Lib - Living In The Zone

12 - Sam Binga - Wasted Days (Sully Mix)

13 - Dubtronix - Fantasy (Remix)

14 - Johnny Jungle - Johnny (Dubplate Mix)

15 - Sonar’s Ghost - Souldrop (FFF Mix)

16 - Breakage - Kill Dem (Boizo VIP)

17 - Damian Marley - Welcome To Jamrock (Veak Mix)

18 - Homemade Weapons - Sweet Nothing

19 - Asylum - Da Base II Dark

20 - Special Request - Vortex 164 (Sully Mix)

21 - Bizzy B - Totally Destroy

22 - Dark Man - Dis Sound Ruff

23 - My Selecta - Get Up

24 - Special Request - Spectral Frequency (Boizo VIP)

25 - Veak - Roll & Come In

This is a tracklist and a half. And as much as I love a bit of Hardcore and Jungle, and some Oldskool too, there are a lot of unknown names in this list. But, as previously stated, it's not about who made it, but the impact the song has. And these songs all had a wonderful impact on me.

How this one sample became the most used one in dance music. It's insane to think that. But where would we be without it? It is so recognisable, so distinctive, it's the break of all breaks.

The hour has flown by, and my whole afternoon has been a pleasant one, hearing those familiar breaks over and over. This mix never got boring, nor would I have expected it from Craig Scott. Always delivers, never disappoints. And these 25 records are all amazing records. Couldn't tell you more, as my knowledge is limited, but when it comes to the music, they do hit the spot.

Best record? ''Fantasy''. That one stood out for me the most. Which one stands out to you? Which one do you like/love?

It has made me love the week ahead of me. Bring on Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday and Friday. Fuck it, I'm loving it. And to keep me occupied, I am to listen to more mixes by Craig.