For this pilot episode, we decided to kick things off in-house with a b2b between me and FUXWITHIT’s very own Colin aka classyvlassy. He’s a true basshead, so expect some trap bangers from his selection, alongside some hip hop and even drum&bass. From my side, I couldn’t resist selecting some well-known cuts but I believe you won’t be disappointed (the obscure stuff will come in the next episodes, trust me). Also, don’t worry, we don’t have any ‘Rumble’ edits.

Rude Boy (Klean Remix)

Hold on and read what I have to say before rage-quitting this article. I know this remix has almost half a million plays on SoundCloud alone and has been spammed all over the internet in the past week. But that’s exactly the reason why it’s here. It perfectly embodies the spirit of this column. Think about it: the most talked about moment of 2023’s Super Bowl (musically speaking) has been an unofficial edit uploaded by a Brazillian teenager on his SIDE ACCOUNT, with just a few thousand followers. Crazy, eh? I’ll say it one more time, unofficial creations keep the music world fresh and exciting.  That’s why I wanted to open Bootleg Business with this track. It’s its manifesto.
-A

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CLB – Bootlegs [002]

The title alone makes this a must for our selections. Chicago’s CLB is well known for his ability to give tracks he loves a darker and dirtier spin, and that’s just what he delivers on his second release of bootlegs. The 3-track offering sees CLB flipping tracks from Kunta Kinte, Skelecta x Distinkt, and Wiley Cat. The pack provides an insight into the sounds that influence the artist, shines a light on often-overlooked underground gems, and simply fucking bangs. Exploring the realms of 140 and grime, the icy bangers are built for dingy basements and beastly sound systems. Those looking to embrace the dark recesses of bass music will be delighted. Fans hoping for pop-friendly EDM bops will be frightened. Bootlegs [002]  is yet another example of why we love CLB.
-C

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Dennis Ferrer – Hey Hey (camoufly Remix)

The first time I heard this remix I was languishing in a complete hangover after one of the many nights out during ADE. Once I heard the drop, I was reborn, ready for another party. This remix is a certified banger. It hits harder than a bottle of Jäger gulped down in one breath. When thinking about ‘Hey Hey’ I used to recall the sensual house vibes of the original or the hyperactive disco groove of the Riva Starr remix. Now all I can think about is me fighting for my life in a mosh-pit. Good job camoufly.
-A

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Fred again.. – Kammy (like i do) (So Dope Bootleg)

So Dope flexes his talents as a remixer with a unique flip of Fred again’s ‘Kammy (like i do).’ The fresh take embodies all of the emotion of the original while injecting a distinct level of knock. The original vocals tie the track together as So Dope adds in lush pads and beefed-up drums before exploring three unique drops. Moving from trap, to club and wave, this bootleg truly checks all of the boxes, making it primed to ring off at clubs without sacrificing any of the feels.
-C

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Polarkreis 18 – Allein, Alene feat. Nephew (Voliik remix)

Let’s go step by step. I’m a huge fan of Eric Prydz. His remix of ‘Allein Allein’ is one of my favorite tracks from him and it made me fall in love with these vocals. Voliik is one of the most fascinating and skilled producers I know. What could go wrong with the combination of all these elements? Voliik’s electro treatment is brutal and extreme as always, but it perfectly matches the adrenaline rush triggered by the vocals, in this version sung by the Danish band Nephew.  Indeed, this is actually a remix of a rework of the original Polarkreis 18′ song. Confused? Read the SoundCloud description for the full, beautiful story behind this remix.
-A

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Lil Yachty – Poland (Formula & Nautika Bootleg)

I’ll admit that I’m a bit behind on this one. Released late last year, Formula & Nautika take Lil Yachty’s ‘Poland’ into the world of DnB. Let me start by saying this really shouldn’t be this good. That’s not a knock on Formula & Nautika’s talents because they prove them in stripes. It’s just rare that a DnB flip of a SoundCloud rap hit sounds this well crafted. Yachty’s addictive and simplistic vocals make it feel instantly familiar but the way they’re bent and stretched creates melodic layers that are damn near spiritual. The drops hit with maximum impact while still remaining infectious and uplifting. This song is simply too much fun. Don’t blame me if this is stuck on repeat for the foreseeable future.
-C

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Mr. Carmack – lean on rmx (1great dane totally helped too)

Here’s another widely popular, or I should probably say iconic, remix. I’ve been sharing this version of ‘Lean On’ left and right for six years now, it would simply be a crime to not include it in Bootleg Business. Long life to Carmack (and Great Dane too) for this gem and for that album full of random beats he dropped in 2017.
-A

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PRYZMS – TALES FROM THE DIRTY SOUTH RE:MIXTAPE

What happens when you flip Atlanta rap classics into hard-hitting bass cuts? ATL native PRYZMS decided to find out and we couldn’t be more grateful for it. Leaning into his early influences, TALES FROM THE DIRTY SOUTH RE:MIXTAPE is a love letter to the iconic sounds of his city that also show off his undeniable skills. Blistering trap and bass is elevated by vocal samples from rap staples that include ‘In The A,’ ‘Kryptonite,’ ‘Dirty South,’ ‘ATLiens’ and more. This is untapped SoundCloud gold that’s ripe for mining. Bask in the sonic riches.
-C

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SOOHAN – Missy Tribute

“A supercut of Missy Elliot’s hardest lines running atop a selection of Timbaland’s best cuts.” This is how SOOHAN himself described this cut, and to be honest, it’s pretty self explicative. There’s nothing much to add about the song (it slaps!) but I can’t stress you enough to check SOOHAN’s full discography. He’s a remix wizard and sample genius. On top of that, he doesn’t limit himself to pop remixes but he mainly incorporates and explores sounds from all over the world. His SoundCloud profile is a true encyclopedia.
-A

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Skrillex – Scary Monsters & Nice Sprites (Fabian Mazur Remix)

With the recent release of not one, but two new Skrillex albums, it’s probably safe to say you’ve been inundated with Skrillex remixes as of late. So why not lean into it with a fresh approach? Rather than taking on ‘Rumble’ or one of the iconic producer’s recent releases, Fabian Mazur has instead opted to take on Sonny’s all-time classic ‘Scary Monsters & Nice Sprites.’ With the original now well over a decade old, a fresh flip actually feels like a unique take. Fabian Mazur leverages the vocals and signatures from OG while completely flipping it on its head for a trapped-out twist that’s primed for the FUXWITHIT audience. Flipping a classic is always a difficult task, but Fabian Mazur always rises to the challenges ahead of him.
-C

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Words by Alessio & Colin

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Opening with my ‘My Bop,’ the track sees yoitsCrash skating over a bouncy trap beat with epic builds and banging drops. Keeping the rap meets trap energy going strong is ‘I Do’ with Drama B. The production is menacing and the bars follow suit. It’s the perfect fusion of the two genres that’s primed for festival stages and massive club systems.

The project’s midway point switches the vibe with ‘Good Energy’ serving as a summer bop that’s effortlessly infectious. It’s an uncut dose of seratonin and sunshine with smooth vocals from southernwade. Daniel Shulz and Fabian slow things down with the RnB leaning ‘Here To Shine’ before things pick up for the final two tracks.

‘Like This’ get ratchet with Bunny Blake delivering a sultry performance that’s ready to get your ass shaking. Reaching our finale with ‘Mad,’ K-Si Yang floats on the dreamy soundscapes crafted by Fabian. Packing a powerful punch but still remaining smooth as butter, it’s the perfect closer to Play, Bounce, Repeat.

Play, Bounce, Repeat lives up it’s name inviting listeners to do just that. Get started below.

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‘BUCC’ takes everything you know and love from the artist and trap music as a whole, and combines it to create a dangerous and satisfying weapon for the dance floors. From an ominous and brutal beginning filled with a massive vocal and disgusting bassline, to an unforgettable chorus, this will truly knock you outta your seat. Using those classic trap horns for the drop section leaves a heated and shocking aftereffect to anyone listening. And combining it with a giant-sized drum pattern creates another classic for the books. When it comes to ecstatic style and heaviness, Fabian takes no prisoners. Every second has such a spicy and static aura around it. As if you were driving into the eye of a storm. Conquering mother nature herself. Yes, this will definitely shatter some roofs when played out in the future. You won’t want to miss out on that. So go over and support Fabian Mazur’s newest single, ‘BUCC’ by streaming it everywhere via Elysian Records!

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Stirring the anticipation with an intense build up fueled with twisted vocals convincing listeners that Mazur is about to get it when the beat drops. Alarming instrumentals take over the track, followed by a fury of drum claps to bring out the utmost energy. With vigorous frequencies, morphed basslines, and a solid house beat taking over the background, if this track does not make you instantly shuffle in your living room, you are doing something wrong. As the lively single only continues to get even groovier along the way, Mazur showcases his ability to shift levels from slow-tempo madness to an even heavier side of bass-house which further perpetuates his contagious sound.

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Fabian Mazur provided some insight into how this one came together saying, “‘King Is Back’ is the first track I made this year. I wanted to do something unique and experimental while keeping the signature FM sound. The track started from a phone memo of me whispering ‘Ah yeah, fuck it up’ multiple times while beatboxing. This may sound ridiculous but it was actually what sparked the whole track idea. I then went on to produce the track with a dark hip-hop-like vibe with a heavy bounce to it. My intention was to create something with a head-bopping energy that would project onto the listener!” This one definitely has our heads bopping. With tracks like this, claiming the crown does not seem outlandish at all.

Stream ‘King Is Back’ below.

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“It sure is tough to maintain what fans consider to authenticity, especially in a genre that changes its sound so much,” Copenhagen-based production veteran Fabian Mazur reveals. “I’ve been thinking about the authenticity of my music a lot during the past 2 years and I’ve been trying to keep some of the elements of my older sounds in there,” he continues regarding his latest single release ‘On Fire’, which utilizes similar reggae-inspired vocals as a number of Mazur’s earliest breakaway releases.

Sprinkling a subtle taste of nostalgia, the vocals of the track give rise to an insatiable pattern of dilating synths and an uptempo drum accordance, “Usually I don’t do vocals until I have a solid track together but for this one I actually built it around the vocals because I did the break and vocals first. I love when the vocals create a groove in a drop but it can be hard to do because it needs to be short stabby words or chops,” he discloses.

Even despite the choppy appeal as provided from the vocal sample, an expertly timed loop, and well-versed mastering create a silky smooth finish for the track that ingeniously leverages fragments of the chorus to contrast towering walls of echoing bass in the drop. “Mixing sure plays a big role in my process, I always get my mastering done out-of-house because I tend to like another set of ears on my stuff before I release it,” Mazur shares regarding the finishing touches that go into each release. “I wouldn’t say that it’s very creative because I do most of my mixing as I produce, but getting a mix to sound tight is very important to me,” he continues.

As the chaotic arena of trap music perpetuates, Fabian Mazur boldly trudges forward, utilizing components from the earliest stages of his career coupled with fresh techniques and a tireless desire for perfection to maintain a sense of authenticity in each of his releases.

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In his newest track, Fabian Mazur unleashes his inner trap demons to concoct one of his most gut-wrenching works to date. A heavy kick drum is paired with a reggae-inspired vocal sample to create a tribal atmosphere straight from the get-go. The introduction of an energy-building riser quickly sets the stage for the trap mayhem that follows. A crisp metallic synths is layered above a rumbling sub bass to bring out your gnarliest bass face, where a catchy vocal chop adds further elements of a dedicated trap anthem. Fun fact, Fabian Mazur provided the vocals for ‘Get Low’ himself! As a man of many talents, the Danish producer has created a festival-ready banger with some added filth to please a wide variety of bass fans.

Check out ‘Get Low’ below.

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‘Level Up’, the latest single from the Danish producer, exhibits a tasteful upbeat blend of harmonious synths with Fabian’s coveted meticulous trap mastering. A playful, high-pitched synth leads the intro, as a subtle riser breaks into a procession of fast-paced snares and sturdy horns.

As the vocals loop and pitch out, a simultaneous riser draws crisply into the pre-drop vocals, catapulting the track into a sizable drop of terse slicing patterns and dramatic synths. A heavy filter drowns out the vocals in the respite, returning with haste as the track returns for round two, dropping into a gripping combination of resonating bass frequencies, industrial welding noises, and vigorous synthesizers.

Operating in a genre that can often times seem monotonous in terms of overall style, Fabian Mazur continues to evolve and advance his style, effortlessly integrating his EDM roots with his more modern trap sound resulting in a track that is both painfully nostalgic and refreshingly current.

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