Mad Decent US Schallplatten & CDs

Review: After steadily gaining momentum in the underground, Rusko's "Woo Boost" is finally getting a full release. Snapped up by Diplo's Mad Decent imprint, this single looks to set to be a big one. Support has already come in from across the board with big name DJs smashing the track live week in, week out.

Chris Mercer, as he was born, grew up in Leeds where he was introduced to the world of dubstep. After moving to London to further his musical career he was collaborating with artists such as new boss Diplo, Santigold and Hot Chip and then went on to produce one of dubstep's biggest tunes, "Cockney Thug." He is now one of the most high profile dubstep artists around. In high demand for live dates around the world and always a sought after remixer, Rusko's profile continues to grow. Now, ahead of his debut on Mad Decent, he drops "Woo Boost" and its accompanying four remixes.

Its heavy bass is as unrelenting as it is unsettling. His trademark synth stabs are there too alongside playful beats and the happy-go-lucky "Woo" vocal. The talented producer keeps up his unique sound going here, he has forged a space entirely for himself now.

Subskrpt begins the remix treatments with his 4/4 fuelled energetic dancefloor touch. Boregore injects some filthiness with nasty basslines and warbling sub-sonic sounds. Douster completes chips in with a rhythmic, tribal re-interpretation of Rusko's original before the Toadally Krossed Out remix finishes things off in raw and untamed fashion. The perfect ending for a release which will undoubtedly take Rusko onto the next level.

Review: Mad Decent presents its new release 'South Rakkas Mix Up'. Dow Jones and Alex G, better known as South Rakkas Crew, have garnished attention as one of today's hottest dancehall music production teams. They have had success with more than 7 independent and major label releases including the 'Red Alert' and 'Clappas Riddims', and have worked with some of dancehall music's best artists including Beenie Man, Mr. Vegas, Lady Saw, and Elephant Man. Growing up in Toronto and now hailing from Orlando Florida, the duo have become known as some of the most innovative producers, bringing a fresh new sound which they have concocted by chopping up sounds, rearranging melodies, and ultimately creating entirely new songs from the original. 'Mix Up' is the first release from the South Rakkas Crew on Diplo's Mad Decent label and premiers an exclusive collection of remixes and edits to an unsuspecting public, with each track offering up one delightful surprise after another.