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The vibe builds through the uplifting blues textures of Conditions Are Right, before rolling into the iconic balearic rework of The Man With The Red Face, a moment that feels like a live brass section echoing across a packed field. As the sun fades, Dexter Wansel’s Sweetest Pain and Amy Winehouse’s Cupid bring warmth and soul, like that perfect festival lull where everyone reconnects and resets.

The groove intensifies as Bernard Wright’s Haboglabotribin’ injects pure bass funk energy crowds dancing, hands in the air before Jamiroquai’s Little L lifts things into full on festival euphoria. The blend of soulful house in Darryl Debonnas - Just to Be With You and the heartfelt pull of Angie Stone’s Miss You captures that magic of shared moments under open skies.

As night fully takes hold, Eric B. & Rakim’s Know The Ledge cuts through with raw, timeless energy like a late-night set pulling everyone closer to the speakers. Closing with Raye’s Nightingale Lane, the episode winds down like the final moments of a perfect festival day, lights dimming, music fading, but the feeling lingering long after.

A seamless journey through soul, jazz, house, and hip-hop, Episode 11 captures that festival magic where music, people, and atmosphere collide into something unforgettable.]]>
The vibe builds through the uplifting blues textures of Conditions Are Right, before rolling into the iconic balearic rework of The Man With The Red Face, a moment that feels like a live brass section echoing across a packed field. As the sun fades, Dexter Wansel’s Sweetest Pain and Amy Winehouse’s Cupid bring warmth and soul, like that perfect festival lull where everyone reconnects and resets.

The groove intensifies as Bernard Wright’s Haboglabotribin’ injects pure bass funk energy crowds dancing, hands in the air before Jamiroquai’s Little L lifts things into full on festival euphoria. The blend of soulful house in Darryl Debonnas - Just to Be With You and the heartfelt pull of Angie Stone’s Miss You captures that magic of shared moments under open skies.

As night fully takes hold, Eric B. & Rakim’s Know The Ledge cuts through with raw, timeless energy like a late-night set pulling everyone closer to the speakers. Closing with Raye’s Nightingale Lane, the episode winds down like the final moments of a perfect festival day, lights dimming, music fading, but the feeling lingering long after.

A seamless journey through soul, jazz, house, and hip-hop, Episode 11 captures that festival magic where music, people, and atmosphere collide into something unforgettable.]]> 14129147 no no Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:29:30 +0200 2026-04-10T11:29:30+02:00 1:20:27 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarch10fi/
The journey begins in Jamaica with a towering roots reggae classic: Chase the Devil by Max Romeo and The Upsetters. Produced by the legendary Lee "Scratch" Perry, the track is a cornerstone of 1970s reggae mysticism, combining hypnotic basslines, spiritual lyricism and the unmistakable sonic space of Perry’s Black Ark studio. Its famous line about putting on an “iron shirt” would echo across generations and genres, becoming one of the most sampled reggae vocals in electronic music history.

That vocal energy leaps directly into rave culture with the Out of Space (Scott Forshaw & Greg Stainer Remix) by The Prodigy. Built around the sample from Max Romeo’s reggae anthem, this track represents the early 90s explosion of UK rave where reggae sound system culture, breakbeats and electronic production collided in warehouses and fields across Britain. The remix keeps the spirit alive while injecting modern club power.

From rave culture the episode shifts into one of the most recognisable basslines in pop history: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson. That iconic groove played by session legend Louis Johnson helped define the sound of the 1980s, proving that sometimes the simplest bassline can carry an entire song into immortality.

The theme continues with a playful twist on the King of Pop legacy through Somebody’s Watching Me, reimagined here in the club world by Boogie Hill Faders with Somebody’s Thriller Is Watching Me. This mash-up style reinterpretation blends nostalgia, funk and dancefloor creativity a reminder of how DJs and producers constantly recycle musical DNA into new forms.

House music then enters the archaeological dig through the infectious groove of The Rattlesnake & the Ant by Moodena, where disco basslines and modern house production meet in a playful, strutting dancefloor rhythm. The groove-led momentum continues with Everything by The Chocolate Fudge Band, a deep slice of soul-drenched funk that reminds listeners how the foundations of dance music were always built on musicianship.

Next, the spotlight turns to the lush UK house and soul fusion of Real Love by Drizabone, presented here in the Casa Blanca Remix. This era of British club culture blurred the lines between soul, jazz-funk and house music, creating warm, vocal-driven grooves designed equally for radio and dancefloors.

The soulful thread deepens with the legendary Chicago house anthem That's the Way Love Is by Ten City. With the powerhouse voice of Byron Stingily, the track captures the emotional core of house music where gospel energy, club culture and uplifting basslines combine into something spiritual.

Modern underground house arrives with Romantica 2021 by Ruben Mandolini, a sleek and hypnotic groove that showcases how contemporary producers continue to reinterpret classic dancefloor energy using crisp production and rolling basslines.

The tempo then lifts into melodic electronic territory with Lava by Sebastien Leger, where progressive house textures meet cinematic synth landscapes, proving that bass doesn’t always have to shout, sometimes it simply flows beneath the surface guiding the rhythm forward.

From there, the episode shifts gears into high-energy UK drum & bass with Amazing by Voltage and Shy FX. This track embodies the modern jungle revival, combining classic breakbeat heritage with heavyweight bass pressure built for massive sound systems.

The sunshine vibes **DJ Marky bootleg. The Brazilian-influenced melody and rolling drum & bass with deep RNB undertones via sunshine andersons classic track

The darker edges of drum & bass appear next with Situations (DLR Remix) by Atlantic Connection, where crisp drums and deep sub frequencies return the show to the underground club environment where bass music thrives.

Finally, the journey closes with the Cookee Outro Band DNB Roller, bringing the episode full circle with a rolling bass groove that captures the essence of Bass Archaeology itself: digging through sounds, eras and rhythms to uncover the connective power of the low end.

Episode 10 demonstrates that basslines are more than just musical accompaniment — they are the architects of groove, the engines of dancefloors and the invisible thread connecting reggae studios, Chicago warehouses, London raves and global club culture.

From roots reggae prophecy to drum & bass futurism, this episode celebrates the endless evolution of bass.]]>
The journey begins in Jamaica with a towering roots reggae classic: Chase the Devil by Max Romeo and The Upsetters. Produced by the legendary Lee "Scratch" Perry, the track is a cornerstone of 1970s reggae mysticism, combining hypnotic basslines, spiritual lyricism and the unmistakable sonic space of Perry’s Black Ark studio. Its famous line about putting on an “iron shirt” would echo across generations and genres, becoming one of the most sampled reggae vocals in electronic music history.

That vocal energy leaps directly into rave culture with the Out of Space (Scott Forshaw & Greg Stainer Remix) by The Prodigy. Built around the sample from Max Romeo’s reggae anthem, this track represents the early 90s explosion of UK rave where reggae sound system culture, breakbeats and electronic production collided in warehouses and fields across Britain. The remix keeps the spirit alive while injecting modern club power.

From rave culture the episode shifts into one of the most recognisable basslines in pop history: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson. That iconic groove played by session legend Louis Johnson helped define the sound of the 1980s, proving that sometimes the simplest bassline can carry an entire song into immortality.

The theme continues with a playful twist on the King of Pop legacy through Somebody’s Watching Me, reimagined here in the club world by Boogie Hill Faders with Somebody’s Thriller Is Watching Me. This mash-up style reinterpretation blends nostalgia, funk and dancefloor creativity a reminder of how DJs and producers constantly recycle musical DNA into new forms.

House music then enters the archaeological dig through the infectious groove of The Rattlesnake & the Ant by Moodena, where disco basslines and modern house production meet in a playful, strutting dancefloor rhythm. The groove-led momentum continues with Everything by The Chocolate Fudge Band, a deep slice of soul-drenched funk that reminds listeners how the foundations of dance music were always built on musicianship.

Next, the spotlight turns to the lush UK house and soul fusion of Real Love by Drizabone, presented here in the Casa Blanca Remix. This era of British club culture blurred the lines between soul, jazz-funk and house music, creating warm, vocal-driven grooves designed equally for radio and dancefloors.

The soulful thread deepens with the legendary Chicago house anthem That's the Way Love Is by Ten City. With the powerhouse voice of Byron Stingily, the track captures the emotional core of house music where gospel energy, club culture and uplifting basslines combine into something spiritual.

Modern underground house arrives with Romantica 2021 by Ruben Mandolini, a sleek and hypnotic groove that showcases how contemporary producers continue to reinterpret classic dancefloor energy using crisp production and rolling basslines.

The tempo then lifts into melodic electronic territory with Lava by Sebastien Leger, where progressive house textures meet cinematic synth landscapes, proving that bass doesn’t always have to shout, sometimes it simply flows beneath the surface guiding the rhythm forward.

From there, the episode shifts gears into high-energy UK drum & bass with Amazing by Voltage and Shy FX. This track embodies the modern jungle revival, combining classic breakbeat heritage with heavyweight bass pressure built for massive sound systems.

The sunshine vibes **DJ Marky bootleg. The Brazilian-influenced melody and rolling drum & bass with deep RNB undertones via sunshine andersons classic track

The darker edges of drum & bass appear next with Situations (DLR Remix) by Atlantic Connection, where crisp drums and deep sub frequencies return the show to the underground club environment where bass music thrives.

Finally, the journey closes with the Cookee Outro Band DNB Roller, bringing the episode full circle with a rolling bass groove that captures the essence of Bass Archaeology itself: digging through sounds, eras and rhythms to uncover the connective power of the low end.

Episode 10 demonstrates that basslines are more than just musical accompaniment — they are the architects of groove, the engines of dancefloors and the invisible thread connecting reggae studios, Chicago warehouses, London raves and global club culture.

From roots reggae prophecy to drum & bass futurism, this episode celebrates the endless evolution of bass.]]> 14082720 no no Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:40:28 +0200 2026-04-02T21:40:28+02:00 1:21:04 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep9/ Episode 9 of Bass Archaeology continues the journey through the records, rhythms and basslines that have shaped generations of music. This instalment moves fluidly between hip-hop foundations, alternative rock grooves, UK electronic culture and modern house music, all connected by the deep low-end pulse that sits at the heart of every great track.
The episode opens with Cookee’s Hip ‘Pop’ Hop track, setting the tone with a playful nod to classic hip-hop rhythms and bass-led groove, blended with a pop twist that feels both nostalgic and fresh. From there the show moves into the socially conscious sound of A1 People with The Visit and God Loves Brixton, capturing the energy, identity and spirit of South London street culture, driven by gritty beats and powerful bass foundations.
From there the show jumps into the explosive alternative hip-hop energy of Beastie Boys, pairing the sample-heavy funk groove of Root Down with the raw bass guitar-driven chaos of Sabotage. These two tracks remind us how hip-hop and rock collided in the 90s to create something loud, rebellious and unforgettable.
The rock thread continues with Red Hot Chili Peppers, where the melodic textures of Desecration Smile and the emotional sweep of Wet Sand showcase the band’s signature fusion of rock, funk and deep rhythmic movement, carried by the unmistakable bass playing of Flea, whose style has influenced generations of bass players.
Electronic bass culture arrives next with the pioneering UK sound of Leftfield and the classic track Original, a cornerstone of 90s progressive house and dub-influenced dance music that helped define how bass could move a dancefloor as much as it moved a sound system.
Hip-hop returns with one of the genre’s most beloved jazz-infused moments as The Pharcyde deliver Passing Me By, a laid-back West Coast classic built on warm upright bass samples and soulful storytelling that perfectly captures the golden-era feel of thoughtful, groove-led hip-hop.
The groove then shifts into something entirely different with the explosive brass-driven funk of Youngblood Brass Band and their high-energy anthem Brooklyn. Blending jazz tradition with hip-hop attitude, the track’s powerful sousaphone bass lines create a huge, celebratory sound that builds into a brass-fuelled crescendo in the middle of the show.
UK garage house takes the spotlight next with MJ Cole’s Be Sincere (Wild Side Remix), a track that captures the silky swing and bass-heavy elegance that defined the early UK garage scene, where shuffled rhythms and warm sub-bass ruled late-night dancefloors.
The episode then glides into late-night territory with the smooth Latin-infused house groove of Havana Jazz by Blanco K and T Markakis, bringing a sun-soaked, sophisticated club vibe that blends jazz chords, rolling basslines and hypnotic percussion.
Finally, the journey closes with Cookee’s House Groove Vocal Mix outro, bringing the show full circle with a warm, uplifting, dancefloor-ready finale filled with soulful vocals and deep house bass energy.
Episode 9 once again proves that basslines are the thread connecting every era of music — from hip-hop blocks and rock stages to underground clubs and brass-filled streets. Whether played on electric bass, sampled from vinyl, blown through brass instruments or delivered through a club sound system, the low end remains the heartbeat of the music we love.
And that heartbeat is exactly what Bass Archaeology is all about. 🎶🔊]]> Episode 9 of Bass Archaeology continues the journey through the records, rhythms and basslines that have shaped generations of music. This instalment moves fluidly between hip-hop foundations, alternative rock grooves, UK electronic culture and modern house music, all connected by the deep low-end pulse that sits at the heart of every great track.
The episode opens with Cookee’s Hip ‘Pop’ Hop track, setting the tone with a playful nod to classic hip-hop rhythms and bass-led groove, blended with a pop twist that feels both nostalgic and fresh. From there the show moves into the socially conscious sound of A1 People with The Visit and God Loves Brixton, capturing the energy, identity and spirit of South London street culture, driven by gritty beats and powerful bass foundations.
From there the show jumps into the explosive alternative hip-hop energy of Beastie Boys, pairing the sample-heavy funk groove of Root Down with the raw bass guitar-driven chaos of Sabotage. These two tracks remind us how hip-hop and rock collided in the 90s to create something loud, rebellious and unforgettable.
The rock thread continues with Red Hot Chili Peppers, where the melodic textures of Desecration Smile and the emotional sweep of Wet Sand showcase the band’s signature fusion of rock, funk and deep rhythmic movement, carried by the unmistakable bass playing of Flea, whose style has influenced generations of bass players.
Electronic bass culture arrives next with the pioneering UK sound of Leftfield and the classic track Original, a cornerstone of 90s progressive house and dub-influenced dance music that helped define how bass could move a dancefloor as much as it moved a sound system.
Hip-hop returns with one of the genre’s most beloved jazz-infused moments as The Pharcyde deliver Passing Me By, a laid-back West Coast classic built on warm upright bass samples and soulful storytelling that perfectly captures the golden-era feel of thoughtful, groove-led hip-hop.
The groove then shifts into something entirely different with the explosive brass-driven funk of Youngblood Brass Band and their high-energy anthem Brooklyn. Blending jazz tradition with hip-hop attitude, the track’s powerful sousaphone bass lines create a huge, celebratory sound that builds into a brass-fuelled crescendo in the middle of the show.
UK garage house takes the spotlight next with MJ Cole’s Be Sincere (Wild Side Remix), a track that captures the silky swing and bass-heavy elegance that defined the early UK garage scene, where shuffled rhythms and warm sub-bass ruled late-night dancefloors.
The episode then glides into late-night territory with the smooth Latin-infused house groove of Havana Jazz by Blanco K and T Markakis, bringing a sun-soaked, sophisticated club vibe that blends jazz chords, rolling basslines and hypnotic percussion.
Finally, the journey closes with Cookee’s House Groove Vocal Mix outro, bringing the show full circle with a warm, uplifting, dancefloor-ready finale filled with soulful vocals and deep house bass energy.
Episode 9 once again proves that basslines are the thread connecting every era of music — from hip-hop blocks and rock stages to underground clubs and brass-filled streets. Whether played on electric bass, sampled from vinyl, blown through brass instruments or delivered through a club sound system, the low end remains the heartbeat of the music we love.
And that heartbeat is exactly what Bass Archaeology is all about. 🎶🔊]]> 14052277 no no Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:11:02 +0100 2026-03-26T21:11:02+01:00 1:10:31 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep8f/
This episode delivers a vibrant, eclectic mix that bridges classic rock, reggae, hip-hop, electronic/chillout vibes, and Britpop/indie energy, framed by a groovy bass-driven bookend. It opens and closes with Bass Arch Banda funky, bass-heavy ensemble providing a soulful gospel intro to set a rhythmic, uplifting tone, and an outro to bring it full circle with that deep pocket feel.

The playlist flows through timeless anthems and remixes:

Bob Marley - Jamming (MC Lyte remix): A reggae classic re-energized with MC Lyte's rap verses, blending Bob's laid-back "we're jammin'" spirit with hip-hop flair from the late '90s Chant Down Babylon era remix—pure crossover positivity.

Morcheeba - Moog Island: Chill trip-hop from the '90s, with dreamy synths, mellow beats, and Skye Edwards' smooth vocals creating a hazy, island escape vibe.

David Bowie - Starman / Space Oddity: Iconic glam/space rock double-header—Starman's hopeful alien contact riff and Space Oddity's haunting astronaut tale, showcasing Bowie's storytelling genius.

Chuck Berry - Mean Old World: Raw, pioneering rock 'n' roll blues from the legend, full of twangy guitar and storytelling grit.

Rolling Stones - Miss You: Disco-infused late-'70s Stones groove, with that unforgettable bassline and Mick's yearning delivery.

Gomez - "Las Vegas Dealer" from Liquid Skin) - Psychedelic Britrock with multi-vocal harmonies, laid-back grooves, and quirky energy.

Oasis - Supersonic / Champagne Supernova: Britpop firepower—Supersonic's raw, fast-paced swagger and Champagne Supernova's epic, swirling psychedelic closer.

Radiohead - Bones: Intense, angular rock from The Bends, with Thom Yorke's raw vocals and driving guitars capturing existential edge.

Faithless - Insomnia: Epic '90s dance anthem—hypnotic house/trance build, Maxi Jazz's spoken-word insomnia confession, and pounding beats.

Circa92 - 808 State - Pacific State: A modern rework/cover of the 1989 chillout classic, keeping the iconic soprano sax melody, rolling bass, and tropical exotica feel (Circa92's version adds contemporary house energy).

Young MC - Knowhow (Stanton Warriors remix): Late-'80s hip-hop party track ("Know How") flipped into a breakbeat/electronic banger by Stanton Warriors—funky samples meet club-ready drops.

The episode wraps with the Bass Arch Band outro, echoing the gospel-tinged bass groove to leave listeners in a reflective, rhythmic close. Overall, it's a nostalgic yet fresh journey through eras and genres perfect for a late-night drive, chill session, or high-energy mix that celebrates basslines, remixes, and timeless hooks.]]>
This episode delivers a vibrant, eclectic mix that bridges classic rock, reggae, hip-hop, electronic/chillout vibes, and Britpop/indie energy, framed by a groovy bass-driven bookend. It opens and closes with Bass Arch Banda funky, bass-heavy ensemble providing a soulful gospel intro to set a rhythmic, uplifting tone, and an outro to bring it full circle with that deep pocket feel.

The playlist flows through timeless anthems and remixes:

Bob Marley - Jamming (MC Lyte remix): A reggae classic re-energized with MC Lyte's rap verses, blending Bob's laid-back "we're jammin'" spirit with hip-hop flair from the late '90s Chant Down Babylon era remix—pure crossover positivity.

Morcheeba - Moog Island: Chill trip-hop from the '90s, with dreamy synths, mellow beats, and Skye Edwards' smooth vocals creating a hazy, island escape vibe.

David Bowie - Starman / Space Oddity: Iconic glam/space rock double-header—Starman's hopeful alien contact riff and Space Oddity's haunting astronaut tale, showcasing Bowie's storytelling genius.

Chuck Berry - Mean Old World: Raw, pioneering rock 'n' roll blues from the legend, full of twangy guitar and storytelling grit.

Rolling Stones - Miss You: Disco-infused late-'70s Stones groove, with that unforgettable bassline and Mick's yearning delivery.

Gomez - "Las Vegas Dealer" from Liquid Skin) - Psychedelic Britrock with multi-vocal harmonies, laid-back grooves, and quirky energy.

Oasis - Supersonic / Champagne Supernova: Britpop firepower—Supersonic's raw, fast-paced swagger and Champagne Supernova's epic, swirling psychedelic closer.

Radiohead - Bones: Intense, angular rock from The Bends, with Thom Yorke's raw vocals and driving guitars capturing existential edge.

Faithless - Insomnia: Epic '90s dance anthem—hypnotic house/trance build, Maxi Jazz's spoken-word insomnia confession, and pounding beats.

Circa92 - 808 State - Pacific State: A modern rework/cover of the 1989 chillout classic, keeping the iconic soprano sax melody, rolling bass, and tropical exotica feel (Circa92's version adds contemporary house energy).

Young MC - Knowhow (Stanton Warriors remix): Late-'80s hip-hop party track ("Know How") flipped into a breakbeat/electronic banger by Stanton Warriors—funky samples meet club-ready drops.

The episode wraps with the Bass Arch Band outro, echoing the gospel-tinged bass groove to leave listeners in a reflective, rhythmic close. Overall, it's a nostalgic yet fresh journey through eras and genres perfect for a late-night drive, chill session, or high-energy mix that celebrates basslines, remixes, and timeless hooks.]]> 14016092 no no Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:46:27 +0100 2026-03-19T18:46:27+01:00 1:13:58 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep7/
Dive into the evolutionary journey of the bassline in Episode 7 of *Bass Archaeology*, hosted by a passionate explorer of low-end history. This episode traces the bass's role as the heartbeat of music—from its raw, foundational grooves in blues through reggae's revolutionary pulse, Minneapolis funk's innovative flair, golden-age hip-hop's stark minimalism, soulful reinventions, and finally into the euphoric, unifying depths of house music. The bass here isn't just rhythm; it's a storyteller, an agitator, a cultural unifier, carrying messages of protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality across decades and genres.

The episode opens with raw, organic blues feel to ground listeners in the origins of groove, then builds chronologically and stylistically through reggae's political consciousness, 80s soul sophistication, hip-hop's head-nod authority, retro soul revivals, and modern deep house transcendence. Each track highlights the bass player's artistry—whether through walking lines, hypnotic one-drops, sampled elegance, or rolling house grooves—showing how the low frequencies have carried culture forward.

Tracklist Bass Notes

1. **Cookee’s Bass Arch Blues Band – Folli**
A gritty, live-feel blues opener featuring walking bass lines with deliberate space and an organic, earthy tone. This raw roots performance reminds us that all groove begins with pure feel and human touch.

2. **Ella Fitzgerald – 3 Little Men**
Classic swing-era jazz with upright bass driving the rhythm section through elegant walking patterns. A masterclass in mid-century restraint and swing groove.

3. **Delroy Wilson – Better Must Come (1971)**
Recorded at Jamaica's legendary Studio One amid political tension. The heavy, hypnotic reggae bass—melodic yet deeply grounded—carries both the rhythm and the era's hopeful message of change.

4. **Toots and the Maytals – 54-46 That’s My Number (1968)**
One of reggae's most iconic basslines, played by **Jackie Jackson**. His minimal, locked-in approach anchors the one-drop groove, delivering pure Kingston bounce and infectious energy.

5. **Prince – Same Page, Different Book (2015)**
From the *HITnRUN Phase One* era, this track channels Minneapolis funk through modern production. The punchy, syncopated bass—performed by **Tal Wilkenfeld**—is sparse yet deliberate, blending precision with Prince's signature flair.

6. **Keni Burke – Risin’ to the Top (1982)**
That legendary bassline—played by **Keni Burke** himself—glides with smooth, uplifting sophistication. A cornerstone of early 80s soul, endlessly sampled in hip-hop and R&B for its effortless groove.

7. **Eric B. & Rakim – Paid in Full (1987)**
Golden-age hip-hop minimalism at its finest. The bassline (replayed from Dennis Edwards' "Don't Look Any Further") underpins Rakim's revolutionary flow with space, repetition, and undeniable head-nod authority.

8. **Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – The Message (1982)**
A landmark in hip-hop history. The stark, moody bassline—performed by **Doug Wimbish** (of Sugar Hill Records' house band)—reinforces the track's gritty street reportage and social commentary.

9. **Amy Winehouse – You Know I’m No Good (2006)**
with a deep, dub-influenced bass tone (played by **Homer Steinweiss** or **Nick Movshon** in the Dap-Kings style) under Mark Ronson's retro soul production. Thick, moody, and instantly recognizable.

10. **Stevie Wonder – We Can Work It Out (1970)**
Stevie's own clavinet and bass interplay transforms the Beatles classic into funk-driven magic. The low end is melodic yet rhythmically sharp and innovative.

11. **Sharon Redd – Can You Handle It (1980)**
Early 80s club soul with an elastic, urgent disco bassline that pulses with NYC dancefloor drive and energy.

12. **Taste of Bitter Love (DiscoTech Remix)**
The remix amplifies the original's gospel-disco roots, boosting the bass weight for contemporary dancefloors while preserving soulful uplift.

13. **Director's Cut – Love Hangover (Remix)**
A house reimagining of the Diana Ross classic. The bass drops deeper and warmer, stretched out for immersive late-night club euphoria.

14. **Black Machine – How Gee (Remix) (1991)**
Hip-house fusion with a bold, rubbery bassline that captures early 90s rave culture's high-energy crossover.

15. **Hot Natured feat. Ali Love – Benediction (2012)**
A modern deep house anthem featuring a rolling bass groove paired with spiritual vocal energy—pure sunrise-set territory.

16. **Lovebirds – Want You In My Soul (2011)**
Warm, looping house bass built for emotional connection. Soulful, hypnotic, and charged with intimacy—the ideal closing embrace.

From blues walking lines to reggae rebellion, sampled soul sophistication to house music transcendence, this episode illuminates how the bassline has evolved as a vessel for culture. It lives in the low frequencies as protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality—proving the bass isn't just support; it's the thread that binds generations and genres together.

Tune in for a deep, groove-filled archaeology lesson that celebrates the unsung heroes of the bottom end.]]>
Dive into the evolutionary journey of the bassline in Episode 7 of *Bass Archaeology*, hosted by a passionate explorer of low-end history. This episode traces the bass's role as the heartbeat of music—from its raw, foundational grooves in blues through reggae's revolutionary pulse, Minneapolis funk's innovative flair, golden-age hip-hop's stark minimalism, soulful reinventions, and finally into the euphoric, unifying depths of house music. The bass here isn't just rhythm; it's a storyteller, an agitator, a cultural unifier, carrying messages of protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality across decades and genres.

The episode opens with raw, organic blues feel to ground listeners in the origins of groove, then builds chronologically and stylistically through reggae's political consciousness, 80s soul sophistication, hip-hop's head-nod authority, retro soul revivals, and modern deep house transcendence. Each track highlights the bass player's artistry—whether through walking lines, hypnotic one-drops, sampled elegance, or rolling house grooves—showing how the low frequencies have carried culture forward.

Tracklist Bass Notes

1. **Cookee’s Bass Arch Blues Band – Folli**
A gritty, live-feel blues opener featuring walking bass lines with deliberate space and an organic, earthy tone. This raw roots performance reminds us that all groove begins with pure feel and human touch.

2. **Ella Fitzgerald – 3 Little Men**
Classic swing-era jazz with upright bass driving the rhythm section through elegant walking patterns. A masterclass in mid-century restraint and swing groove.

3. **Delroy Wilson – Better Must Come (1971)**
Recorded at Jamaica's legendary Studio One amid political tension. The heavy, hypnotic reggae bass—melodic yet deeply grounded—carries both the rhythm and the era's hopeful message of change.

4. **Toots and the Maytals – 54-46 That’s My Number (1968)**
One of reggae's most iconic basslines, played by **Jackie Jackson**. His minimal, locked-in approach anchors the one-drop groove, delivering pure Kingston bounce and infectious energy.

5. **Prince – Same Page, Different Book (2015)**
From the *HITnRUN Phase One* era, this track channels Minneapolis funk through modern production. The punchy, syncopated bass—performed by **Tal Wilkenfeld**—is sparse yet deliberate, blending precision with Prince's signature flair.

6. **Keni Burke – Risin’ to the Top (1982)**
That legendary bassline—played by **Keni Burke** himself—glides with smooth, uplifting sophistication. A cornerstone of early 80s soul, endlessly sampled in hip-hop and R&B for its effortless groove.

7. **Eric B. & Rakim – Paid in Full (1987)**
Golden-age hip-hop minimalism at its finest. The bassline (replayed from Dennis Edwards' "Don't Look Any Further") underpins Rakim's revolutionary flow with space, repetition, and undeniable head-nod authority.

8. **Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – The Message (1982)**
A landmark in hip-hop history. The stark, moody bassline—performed by **Doug Wimbish** (of Sugar Hill Records' house band)—reinforces the track's gritty street reportage and social commentary.

9. **Amy Winehouse – You Know I’m No Good (2006)**
with a deep, dub-influenced bass tone (played by **Homer Steinweiss** or **Nick Movshon** in the Dap-Kings style) under Mark Ronson's retro soul production. Thick, moody, and instantly recognizable.

10. **Stevie Wonder – We Can Work It Out (1970)**
Stevie's own clavinet and bass interplay transforms the Beatles classic into funk-driven magic. The low end is melodic yet rhythmically sharp and innovative.

11. **Sharon Redd – Can You Handle It (1980)**
Early 80s club soul with an elastic, urgent disco bassline that pulses with NYC dancefloor drive and energy.

12. **Taste of Bitter Love (DiscoTech Remix)**
The remix amplifies the original's gospel-disco roots, boosting the bass weight for contemporary dancefloors while preserving soulful uplift.

13. **Director's Cut – Love Hangover (Remix)**
A house reimagining of the Diana Ross classic. The bass drops deeper and warmer, stretched out for immersive late-night club euphoria.

14. **Black Machine – How Gee (Remix) (1991)**
Hip-house fusion with a bold, rubbery bassline that captures early 90s rave culture's high-energy crossover.

15. **Hot Natured feat. Ali Love – Benediction (2012)**
A modern deep house anthem featuring a rolling bass groove paired with spiritual vocal energy—pure sunrise-set territory.

16. **Lovebirds – Want You In My Soul (2011)**
Warm, looping house bass built for emotional connection. Soulful, hypnotic, and charged with intimacy—the ideal closing embrace.

From blues walking lines to reggae rebellion, sampled soul sophistication to house music transcendence, this episode illuminates how the bassline has evolved as a vessel for culture. It lives in the low frequencies as protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality—proving the bass isn't just support; it's the thread that binds generations and genres together.

Tune in for a deep, groove-filled archaeology lesson that celebrates the unsung heroes of the bottom end.]]> 13920470 no no Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:51:07 +0100 2026-02-26T21:51:07+01:00 1:33:44 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep6f1/
The foundation is laid with ***Aretha Franklin – Rock Steady***, powered by the impeccable **Chuck Rainey**. His syncopated, bubbling line doesn’t just underpin the track, it drives it forward with swagger and precision. Rainey’s feel is elastic yet locked, a masterclass in groove economy that sets the tone for the episode’s emphasis on pocket and feel over flash.

That dancefloor pulse carries into ***Sybil – Let Yourself Go***, where late-80s electronic disco soul production leans on rounded, supportive bass that keeps things buoyant and optimistic. It’s smooth, club-ready low-end, less intricate, more about lift and flow. Then ***Galliano – Little Ghetto Boy*** deepens the conversation. Rooted in the UK acid jazz movement, the bass playing here is fluid and expressive, echoing jazz phrasing while holding down a streetwise groove. It feels conscious, grounded, socially aware.

The mood shifts into atmosphere with ***Nightmares on Wax – Nights Interlude & Stars***. Here, the bass becomes textural & warm, enveloping, almost meditative. It’s less about the line and more about the tone, acting as a cushion for late-night introspection. That low-frequency immersion continues through ***Layo & Bushwacka! – Deep South (Lazyboy Remix)*** and ***Buck Meets Dub Theory – Dub Theory Rework***, where bass is engineered as much as played. These tracks nod to reggae and dub lineage with sub-bass as physical presence, felt in the chest, creating space as much as rhythm.

Modern soul re-enters with ***Olivia Dean – Loud***, where live bass adds intimacy and humanity beneath her vocal vulnerability of the voice and talent of now as a total constrast. Then comes a masterclass in groove minimalism: ***Luther Vandross – Never Too Much***, anchored by **Marcus Miller**. His crisp, articulate line is joyful and propulsive, a perfect example of how technical precision can still feel effortless and celebratory.

***SAULT – Masterpiece*** strips things back emotionally. The bass is understated but essential & grounding the track’s affirming, almost spiritual tone. It’s proof that sometimes the most powerful basslines are the ones that breathe and allow space.

Vulnerability peaks with ***RAYE – I Know You’re Hurting (Live, Montreux)***, The Amazing voice of a generation RAYE, where the bass reacts in real time, dynamic and sensitive. It underscores the fragility of the performanc, A live bass and melody as good as any emotional support system.

The episode then widens into psychedelia with ***The Beatles – Strawberry Fields Forever***. **Paul McCartney’s** melodic approach to bass playing is front and centre, inventive, exploratory, almost orchestral. His lines don’t just sit in the background; they converse with the song’s surreal textures.
The scope widens further with Eagles – Hotel California (Live), where the bass locks into a steady, expansive rock foundation, supporting the drama of the performance. Finally, Fleetwood Mac – Dreams closes the episode with John McVie’s restrained, hypnotic pulse — calm, spacious, timeless.

Finally, ***Fleetwood Mac – Dreams*** closes the journey with the restrained brilliance of **John McVie**. His playing is steady, spacious, hypnotic — a reminder that feel, timing and note choice outweigh complexity. The bass doesn’t shout; it reassures.

Across Episode 6, the feeling that runs throughout is emotional grounding through the message of sound, Whether through funk precision, acid jazz fluidity, dub depth, soul warmth, or classic rock melody, the bass consistently acts as the anchor, the element that holds everything together while allowing the story to unfold above it. This episode is about, feeling, patience, tone, and truth. It’s about listening beyond the surface and recognising that the real narrative often lives in the low end which drives the univererse forward with aplomb.

See you on Episode 7.
Cookee]]>
The foundation is laid with ***Aretha Franklin – Rock Steady***, powered by the impeccable **Chuck Rainey**. His syncopated, bubbling line doesn’t just underpin the track, it drives it forward with swagger and precision. Rainey’s feel is elastic yet locked, a masterclass in groove economy that sets the tone for the episode’s emphasis on pocket and feel over flash.

That dancefloor pulse carries into ***Sybil – Let Yourself Go***, where late-80s electronic disco soul production leans on rounded, supportive bass that keeps things buoyant and optimistic. It’s smooth, club-ready low-end, less intricate, more about lift and flow. Then ***Galliano – Little Ghetto Boy*** deepens the conversation. Rooted in the UK acid jazz movement, the bass playing here is fluid and expressive, echoing jazz phrasing while holding down a streetwise groove. It feels conscious, grounded, socially aware.

The mood shifts into atmosphere with ***Nightmares on Wax – Nights Interlude & Stars***. Here, the bass becomes textural & warm, enveloping, almost meditative. It’s less about the line and more about the tone, acting as a cushion for late-night introspection. That low-frequency immersion continues through ***Layo & Bushwacka! – Deep South (Lazyboy Remix)*** and ***Buck Meets Dub Theory – Dub Theory Rework***, where bass is engineered as much as played. These tracks nod to reggae and dub lineage with sub-bass as physical presence, felt in the chest, creating space as much as rhythm.

Modern soul re-enters with ***Olivia Dean – Loud***, where live bass adds intimacy and humanity beneath her vocal vulnerability of the voice and talent of now as a total constrast. Then comes a masterclass in groove minimalism: ***Luther Vandross – Never Too Much***, anchored by **Marcus Miller**. His crisp, articulate line is joyful and propulsive, a perfect example of how technical precision can still feel effortless and celebratory.

***SAULT – Masterpiece*** strips things back emotionally. The bass is understated but essential & grounding the track’s affirming, almost spiritual tone. It’s proof that sometimes the most powerful basslines are the ones that breathe and allow space.

Vulnerability peaks with ***RAYE – I Know You’re Hurting (Live, Montreux)***, The Amazing voice of a generation RAYE, where the bass reacts in real time, dynamic and sensitive. It underscores the fragility of the performanc, A live bass and melody as good as any emotional support system.

The episode then widens into psychedelia with ***The Beatles – Strawberry Fields Forever***. **Paul McCartney’s** melodic approach to bass playing is front and centre, inventive, exploratory, almost orchestral. His lines don’t just sit in the background; they converse with the song’s surreal textures.
The scope widens further with Eagles – Hotel California (Live), where the bass locks into a steady, expansive rock foundation, supporting the drama of the performance. Finally, Fleetwood Mac – Dreams closes the episode with John McVie’s restrained, hypnotic pulse — calm, spacious, timeless.

Finally, ***Fleetwood Mac – Dreams*** closes the journey with the restrained brilliance of **John McVie**. His playing is steady, spacious, hypnotic — a reminder that feel, timing and note choice outweigh complexity. The bass doesn’t shout; it reassures.

Across Episode 6, the feeling that runs throughout is emotional grounding through the message of sound, Whether through funk precision, acid jazz fluidity, dub depth, soul warmth, or classic rock melody, the bass consistently acts as the anchor, the element that holds everything together while allowing the story to unfold above it. This episode is about, feeling, patience, tone, and truth. It’s about listening beyond the surface and recognising that the real narrative often lives in the low end which drives the univererse forward with aplomb.

See you on Episode 7.
Cookee]]> 13888923 no no Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:45:08 +0100 2026-02-18T22:45:08+01:00 1:20:14 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep5/ This episode traces the lineage from early breakbeats and hip-hop foundations through funk, acid jazz, jungle, big beat and into soulful drum & bass and UK breakbeat. It’s a journey across decades where the bassline isn’t just support, it’s the main storyteller.

From iconic sampled breaks to live musicianship, from club anthems to headphone moments, this episode celebrates how bass connects genres, scenes and generations.

Full Setlist – Episode 5
Bass Arch Band DNB Intro
Incredible Bongo Band – Apache
The Sugarhill Gang – Rapper’s Delight
Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – Step Off
Prince – Alphabet St.
Jamiroquai – Soul Education (Live)
Roni Size/Reprazent – Brown Paper Bag
Alex Reece – Feel The Sunshine (DJ Pulse Remix
Lenzman – Pictures of You (feat. DRS)
Lenny Fontana – Spread Love (Nu:Tone Remix
Adam Freeland – Supernatural Thing (feat. Alison David)
Freestylers – Push Up (Plump DJs Remix)
Fatboy Slim – First Down
Sade – Is It a Crime
Outro Track]]> This episode traces the lineage from early breakbeats and hip-hop foundations through funk, acid jazz, jungle, big beat and into soulful drum & bass and UK breakbeat. It’s a journey across decades where the bassline isn’t just support, it’s the main storyteller.

From iconic sampled breaks to live musicianship, from club anthems to headphone moments, this episode celebrates how bass connects genres, scenes and generations.

Full Setlist – Episode 5
Bass Arch Band DNB Intro
Incredible Bongo Band – Apache
The Sugarhill Gang – Rapper’s Delight
Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – Step Off
Prince – Alphabet St.
Jamiroquai – Soul Education (Live)
Roni Size/Reprazent – Brown Paper Bag
Alex Reece – Feel The Sunshine (DJ Pulse Remix
Lenzman – Pictures of You (feat. DRS)
Lenny Fontana – Spread Love (Nu:Tone Remix
Adam Freeland – Supernatural Thing (feat. Alison David)
Freestylers – Push Up (Plump DJs Remix)
Fatboy Slim – First Down
Sade – Is It a Crime
Outro Track]]> 13852962 no no Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:33:15 +0100 2026-02-13T00:33:15+01:00 1:27:10 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/thebassarchep4/
Welcome to the fourth instalment Hosted by Cookee of a series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation with a journey amongst my record collection.
Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates
Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks
From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds
Bass Archaeology, is what we’ve found
Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings, Every record tells a story, hear what history brings
No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth
Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth.

**Featuring original music by the amazing artists below,**

Cookees_BassArchBand - Deep in the Crates
Bob Marley - Get up Stand Up / Rat Race
Soul 2 Soul - Keep on Movin
Roots Manuva - Juggle Tings
Beastie Boys - Son of Neckbone / Get it together/ feat Q-Tip
Naughty by Nature - Ghetto B/ Everythings Gonna be alright
Massive Attack - unfinished sympathy wShara Nelson
Reef - Weird
Skunk Anansie - Charity
RATM - Bombtrack
Smashing Pumpkins - Disarm
Nirvana - Come as you are
The Kooks - Naive
Outro]]>
Welcome to the fourth instalment Hosted by Cookee of a series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation with a journey amongst my record collection.
Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates
Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks
From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds
Bass Archaeology, is what we’ve found
Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings, Every record tells a story, hear what history brings
No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth
Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth.

**Featuring original music by the amazing artists below,**

Cookees_BassArchBand - Deep in the Crates
Bob Marley - Get up Stand Up / Rat Race
Soul 2 Soul - Keep on Movin
Roots Manuva - Juggle Tings
Beastie Boys - Son of Neckbone / Get it together/ feat Q-Tip
Naughty by Nature - Ghetto B/ Everythings Gonna be alright
Massive Attack - unfinished sympathy wShara Nelson
Reef - Weird
Skunk Anansie - Charity
RATM - Bombtrack
Smashing Pumpkins - Disarm
Nirvana - Come as you are
The Kooks - Naive
Outro]]> 13810620 no no Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:50:48 +0100 2026-02-05T19:50:48+01:00 1:10:54 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchep3/ Episode 3
Cookees intro song
Herbie Hancock - Rockit 1983
Short & Shortie - Naughty but Nice (Bushwacka! End004.1996)
Sunkids - Rise Up feat Chance (Tony Humphries - 2000)
Liquid People Y2k ReGroove - You used to Hold Me so Tight(feat Thelma Houston)
Groove Armada - Chicago
Daft Punk - Lose yourself to dance (Feat Pharrell/Nile Rogers

Radiohead - High and Dry
Brad - 20th Century
Alice In Chains - Nutshell
Aretha Franklin - Nite Life (Live)
Buddy Guy & Junior Wells - How can a women treat a man so mean
Pink Floyd - The Great Gig in the Sky
Cookes outro song

This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.]]> Episode 3
Cookees intro song
Herbie Hancock - Rockit 1983
Short & Shortie - Naughty but Nice (Bushwacka! End004.1996)
Sunkids - Rise Up feat Chance (Tony Humphries - 2000)
Liquid People Y2k ReGroove - You used to Hold Me so Tight(feat Thelma Houston)
Groove Armada - Chicago
Daft Punk - Lose yourself to dance (Feat Pharrell/Nile Rogers

Radiohead - High and Dry
Brad - 20th Century
Alice In Chains - Nutshell
Aretha Franklin - Nite Life (Live)
Buddy Guy & Junior Wells - How can a women treat a man so mean
Pink Floyd - The Great Gig in the Sky
Cookes outro song

This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.]]> 13783032 no no Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:42:19 +0100 2026-01-29T23:42:19+01:00 1:18:04 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bassarchaeologypodep2/
Welcome to the second installment Hosted by Cookee of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation.

Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates
Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks
From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds
Bass Archaeology, is what we’ve found
Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings
Every record tells a story, hear what history brings
No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth
Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth.

Featuring original music by the amazing artists below,
top and tailed by Cookees_BassArchBand

Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years Deep pt1
Miles Davis - So what - w/Paul Chambers
Nina Simon - My Baby Just Cares - w/Jimmy Bond
The Black Crowes - Non Fiction - w/Rich Robinson
Pearl Jam - Jeremy (unplugged) - w/Jeff Ament
RHCP - Tippa my Tongue - w/Flea
The Doors - L.A. Woman - w/Jerry Scheff
The Brand New Heavies - Highest High - w/Andrew Levy
Jungle - Dominoes & Ive Been in Love - w/Josh Lloyd/Lydia Kitto
Olivia Dean - A couple of minutes - w/Finn Zefferino-Birchall


Chic - Everybody Dance - w/Bernard Edwards.
Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years TripHopOutro

This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.]]>
Welcome to the second installment Hosted by Cookee of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation.

Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates
Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks
From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds
Bass Archaeology, is what we’ve found
Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings
Every record tells a story, hear what history brings
No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth
Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth.

Featuring original music by the amazing artists below,
top and tailed by Cookees_BassArchBand

Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years Deep pt1
Miles Davis - So what - w/Paul Chambers
Nina Simon - My Baby Just Cares - w/Jimmy Bond
The Black Crowes - Non Fiction - w/Rich Robinson
Pearl Jam - Jeremy (unplugged) - w/Jeff Ament
RHCP - Tippa my Tongue - w/Flea
The Doors - L.A. Woman - w/Jerry Scheff
The Brand New Heavies - Highest High - w/Andrew Levy
Jungle - Dominoes & Ive Been in Love - w/Josh Lloyd/Lydia Kitto
Olivia Dean - A couple of minutes - w/Finn Zefferino-Birchall


Chic - Everybody Dance - w/Bernard Edwards.
Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years TripHopOutro

This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.]]> 13739093 no no Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:14:29 +0100 2026-01-24T23:14:29+01:00 1:05:05 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/bass-archaeology-vol-1/
BASS ARCHAEOLOGY EPISODE 1 - OUT NOW

Welcome to the first installment of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation.

From the iconic slap of Chic’s “Good Times” to the deep rolling breaks of Breakbeat Era’s “Ultra Obscene,” Volume 1 takes you on a journey through decades of bass mastery.

**Ep1 - FEATURED TRACKS & ARTISTS:**

We Chic - Good Times
Massive Attack - Safe from Harm
Jamiroquai - Runaway
Guru - Loungin’ (feat. Donald Byrd)
Ezra Collective feat. Olivia Dean - No One’s Watching Me
Nuyorican Soul - Black Gold of the Sun (feat. Jocelyn Brown)
Guru - Never No Time to Play (feat. Ronny Jordan & DC Lee)
Dillinger - Cocaine In My Brain (G-Corporation Remix)
Breakbeat Era - Ultra Obscene
Break & Total Science - Blame You

This is just the beginning. Bass Archaeology will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle warfare, from studio legends to underground innovators.

#BassArchaeology #BassMusic #Chic #MassiveAttack #Jamiroquai #Guru #EzraCollective #NuyoricanSoul #ThieveryCorporation #BreakbeatEra #DrumAndBass #FunkMusic #HipHop #JazzFunk #MusicPodcast #BasslineCulture]]>
BASS ARCHAEOLOGY EPISODE 1 - OUT NOW

Welcome to the first installment of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation.

From the iconic slap of Chic’s “Good Times” to the deep rolling breaks of Breakbeat Era’s “Ultra Obscene,” Volume 1 takes you on a journey through decades of bass mastery.

**Ep1 - FEATURED TRACKS & ARTISTS:**

We Chic - Good Times
Massive Attack - Safe from Harm
Jamiroquai - Runaway
Guru - Loungin’ (feat. Donald Byrd)
Ezra Collective feat. Olivia Dean - No One’s Watching Me
Nuyorican Soul - Black Gold of the Sun (feat. Jocelyn Brown)
Guru - Never No Time to Play (feat. Ronny Jordan & DC Lee)
Dillinger - Cocaine In My Brain (G-Corporation Remix)
Breakbeat Era - Ultra Obscene
Break & Total Science - Blame You

This is just the beginning. Bass Archaeology will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle warfare, from studio legends to underground innovators.

#BassArchaeology #BassMusic #Chic #MassiveAttack #Jamiroquai #Guru #EzraCollective #NuyoricanSoul #ThieveryCorporation #BreakbeatEra #DrumAndBass #FunkMusic #HipHop #JazzFunk #MusicPodcast #BasslineCulture]]> 13699277 no no Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:20:37 +0100 2026-01-18T13:20:37+01:00 1:03:19 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/685eabc016d229ecbb6bdbca6fd9cdceupload/ We’re warming things up for the legendary House of Honey Christmas Party at Omeara on Saturday 29th November — and Cookee’s digging deep into the archives… expect soulful rollers, underground house bass heat, and a few forgotten warehouse gems that never fail to lift the ceiling.]]> We’re warming things up for the legendary House of Honey Christmas Party at Omeara on Saturday 29th November — and Cookee’s digging deep into the archives… expect soulful rollers, underground house bass heat, and a few forgotten warehouse gems that never fail to lift the ceiling.]]> 13120480 no no Sat, 15 Nov 2025 14:30:51 +0100 2025-11-15T14:30:51+01:00 3:05:25 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeebarnbeatspromo/ https://www.tickettailor.com/events/barnbeats/1553922
We're delighted to be able to invite you to Barn Beats 2025. After a great event last year, we thought we'd do it again! Set on a gorgeous farm in Surrey, the party action takes place in a beautiful 16th Century oak-framed barn, and we'll have fab food and a great drinks selection in the adjacent courtyard provided by PHD. The camping is easy - a nice, flat field across from the barn, with nice loos and hot showers too.]]> https://www.tickettailor.com/events/barnbeats/1553922
We're delighted to be able to invite you to Barn Beats 2025. After a great event last year, we thought we'd do it again! Set on a gorgeous farm in Surrey, the party action takes place in a beautiful 16th Century oak-framed barn, and we'll have fab food and a great drinks selection in the adjacent courtyard provided by PHD. The camping is easy - a nice, flat field across from the barn, with nice loos and hot showers too.]]> 12394586 no no Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:29:14 +0200 2025-09-03T11:29:14+02:00 2:02:04 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/showreelrecording17c1df92d41a43c2d041f3ea81da74e8/ 12664117 no no Fri, 29 Aug 2025 23:40:00 +0200 2025-08-29T23:40:00+02:00 3:02:29 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/showreelrecording6402e15db07bd98e4b42057a07fbb649/ You’re officially invited to our online radio GIVE! promo show 2025 – hosted by Cookee and featuring an exclusive new mix by Ben the Bee – live on Back2LifeSessions via Mixlr (download app via app store)

This isn’t just any promo show…
It’s our 10th GIVE special ON B2LS, and trust us – it could well be the best one yet.

Expect deep laden bassline grooves, feel-good house, and that signature GIVE energy that’s built a real community over the years between us on B2LS and the honey pot of love. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or this is your first time,]]> You’re officially invited to our online radio GIVE! promo show 2025 – hosted by Cookee and featuring an exclusive new mix by Ben the Bee – live on Back2LifeSessions via Mixlr (download app via app store)

This isn’t just any promo show…
It’s our 10th GIVE special ON B2LS, and trust us – it could well be the best one yet.

Expect deep laden bassline grooves, feel-good house, and that signature GIVE energy that’s built a real community over the years between us on B2LS and the honey pot of love. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or this is your first time,]]> 12363261 no no Sat, 28 Jun 2025 00:26:29 +0200 2025-06-28T00:26:29+02:00 4:08:40 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookee11th-anniversary-b2ls-2025-1/ 19th March 2014 at EDR was the first show. It has spawned many great shows since.
Thank you all for your ears and support down the years.]]> 19th March 2014 at EDR was the first show. It has spawned many great shows since.
Thank you all for your ears and support down the years.]]> 11912605 no no Sat, 22 Mar 2025 18:06:02 +0100 2025-03-22T18:06:02+01:00 3:58:01 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeefridayhouseup/ 11892343 no no Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:18:47 +0100 2025-03-16T13:18:47+01:00 5:42:17 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/friday-night-eclectic-with-cookee/
The chat room was alive with great energy, and I appreciate everyone who joined in for the ride—your company made it even more special! 💙

I won’t be on next weekend, but don’t worry—I’ll be back soon with a special show or two that you won’t want to miss! 😉 In the meantime, if you want to relive the vibes, the full recording of this session is available here.

🎵 Music is life. See you soon!]]>
The chat room was alive with great energy, and I appreciate everyone who joined in for the ride—your company made it even more special! 💙

I won’t be on next weekend, but don’t worry—I’ll be back soon with a special show or two that you won’t want to miss! 😉 In the meantime, if you want to relive the vibes, the full recording of this session is available here.

🎵 Music is life. See you soon!]]> 11747154 no no Sat, 08 Feb 2025 14:14:17 +0100 2025-02-08T14:14:17+01:00 4:24:55 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/friday-feels-with-cc-show-11011/ 11715229 no no Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:22:56 +0100 2025-01-24T23:22:56+01:00 3:15:15 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/fb3with-ccvinyl/ 11712666 no no Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:15:44 +0100 2025-01-23T23:15:44+01:00 2:14:40 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/fgfcookee-on-friday-live-show-10011/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/back2lifesessions]]>
https://www.facebook.com/groups/back2lifesessions]]> 11710887 no no Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:58:15 +0100 2025-01-22T17:58:15+01:00 4:48:47 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/jazz-club-1/
Artists such as
Billie Holliday
Dizzie Gillespie
Julie London
Ella Fitzgerald
Louis Armstrong
And many more.]]>
Artists such as
Billie Holliday
Dizzie Gillespie
Julie London
Ella Fitzgerald
Louis Armstrong
And many more.]]> 10453773 no no Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:03:03 +0100 2023-11-06T13:03:03+01:00 2:00:14 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/2steppinbassline2021cookee/ 10302298 no no Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:39:01 +0200 2023-10-12T17:39:01+02:00 58:42 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeerhinobassdisco/
SAVE THE RHINOS.

DIG deep for the annual fundraiser

Big LOVE BEZZA x

https://www.justgiving.com/page/berry-white-1686843767831?utm_source=copyLink&utm_medium=one_page&utm_content=page/berry-white-1686843767831&utm_campaign=pfp-share&utm_term=2ad6443e35c84246902984deb7f996bd]]>
SAVE THE RHINOS.

DIG deep for the annual fundraiser

Big LOVE BEZZA x

https://www.justgiving.com/page/berry-white-1686843767831?utm_source=copyLink&utm_medium=one_page&utm_content=page/berry-white-1686843767831&utm_campaign=pfp-share&utm_term=2ad6443e35c84246902984deb7f996bd]]> 9304362 no no Sat, 17 Jun 2023 00:48:24 +0200 2023-06-17T00:48:24+02:00 1:02:28 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/b2lscookeeuk-feel-good-friday-199/ 8219144 no no Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:34:32 +0100 2023-02-21T11:34:32+01:00 6:41:24 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/b2lsjungle-breaks-bass-illogical-digression-7-with-cc/ Includes mic.]]> Includes mic.]]> 8210957 no no Mon, 20 Feb 2023 16:24:30 +0100 2023-02-20T16:24:30+01:00 4:51:47 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/part-2-of-cookee-200-wonderful-times-live/ back2lifesessions and feel good friday]]> back2lifesessions and feel good friday]]> 8129447 no no Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:46:03 +0100 2023-02-14T13:46:03+01:00 6:10:16 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/back2lifesesssions-uk-cookee-200-wonderful-times-live/ Feel Good Friday episode 200.
@CurlyCommander]]> Feel Good Friday episode 200.
@CurlyCommander]]> 8129409 no no Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:39:16 +0100 2023-02-14T13:39:16+01:00 2:26:06 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeejubileezoe/ 7992824 no no Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:40:41 +0100 2023-01-30T13:40:41+01:00 1:17:56 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeeleftonetwo/
email back2lifesessions@gmail.com for bookings.]]>
email back2lifesessions@gmail.com for bookings.]]> 7848000 no no Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:16:15 +0100 2023-01-19T13:16:15+01:00 1:19:39 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeelivemardigrass2022/
Was my pleasure to play and perform at Dickfest (40), Mardigras (50), MFA (50).
Some huge beautiful events full of love and light..

Here is my live mix (minus the crowds whoops)
Recorded live from the Empire Stage Sunday 7pm
For Mardi at 60..Happy Birthday

with love...Cookeeeee

back2lifesessions@gmail.com]]>
Was my pleasure to play and perform at Dickfest (40), Mardigras (50), MFA (50).
Some huge beautiful events full of love and light..

Here is my live mix (minus the crowds whoops)
Recorded live from the Empire Stage Sunday 7pm
For Mardi at 60..Happy Birthday

with love...Cookeeeee

back2lifesessions@gmail.com]]> 6858134 no no Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:19:52 +0200 2022-06-28T14:19:52+02:00 1:47:15 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/curlycommanderbeatsupboogiedown/ 6846505 no no Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:34:37 +0200 2022-06-23T09:34:37+02:00 59:05 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/b2ls1000cookee999goodtimes/ 6206813 no no Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:42:34 +0200 2022-06-17T13:42:34+02:00 1:09:18 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/techrhinocookee2022/ Supporting Save the Rhino since the late 90s.
Donate as sadly we still face a struggle to keep these animals on earth..
Spread Love.
DL and donate please..
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Berry-White

With love to Rhino Bez..xx]]> Supporting Save the Rhino since the late 90s.
Donate as sadly we still face a struggle to keep these animals on earth..
Spread Love.
DL and donate please..
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Berry-White

With love to Rhino Bez..xx]]> 6832921 no no Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:06:16 +0200 2022-06-17T13:06:16+02:00 1:22:00 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/feelsgoodcurlycommander2021/ 5860640 no no Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:42:41 +0200 2021-07-29T13:42:41+02:00 1:33:03 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeeas-jack-boldly-declared/ 5826795 no no Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:05:12 +0200 2021-04-13T16:05:12+02:00 2:08:53 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/rockcommanderb2love2pm/
Guitars and Drums and Rock Legends]]>
Guitars and Drums and Rock Legends]]> 5809839 no no Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:16:43 +0200 2021-04-07T14:16:43+02:00 1:59:59 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeesundaygiveretroshow/ 5760710 no no Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:09:48 +0100 2021-03-24T13:09:48+01:00 1:28:56 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/feel-good-friday-curly-commander-show-22/ 5760686 no no Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:05:30 +0100 2021-03-24T13:05:30+01:00 2:41:24 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/b2lscurlycommanderxmas2020/ 5404640 no no Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:00:39 +0100 2021-03-24T13:00:39+01:00 1:33:02 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeefeelgoodfridaythefinalcurtain/ Recorded Live Friday 29th May
Only on the back2lifesessions.

THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH IN THE PAST 12WEEKS

mixlr.com/back2lifesessions/showreel]]> Recorded Live Friday 29th May
Only on the back2lifesessions.

THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH IN THE PAST 12WEEKS

mixlr.com/back2lifesessions/showreel]]> 4806456 no no Sat, 30 May 2020 14:58:51 +0200 2020-05-30T16:11:03+02:00 3:59:49 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/coronabasshouse/ More bass, less than a virus]]> More bass, less than a virus]]> 4432700 no no Sat, 29 Feb 2020 12:50:37 +0100 2020-02-29T12:50:37+01:00 1:10:54 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookee-statement-of-fact-lkg/ 1305879 no no Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:31:27 +0100 2020-02-06T16:31:27+01:00 57:15 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/justin-cookee-vol-1-deep-house/ Its now available forever.]]> Its now available forever.]]> 4197206 no no Sun, 22 Dec 2019 16:01:28 +0100 2019-12-22T16:01:28+01:00 1:08:00 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookee-back2lifesessions-mayday-mix-up-live-vinyl-mix/ 4171642 no no Wed, 18 Dec 2019 18:24:47 +0100 2019-12-18T18:24:47+01:00 3:13:08 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeegameoftwohalves/ house into breaks]]> house into breaks]]> 4087362 no no Sun, 24 Nov 2019 12:40:23 +0100 2019-11-24T12:40:23+01:00 1:07:22 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeegivelove2019/
For more info.

http://houseofhoney.org

or

curlycooksat40@gmail.com]]>
For more info.

http://houseofhoney.org

or

curlycooksat40@gmail.com]]> 3416737 no no Mon, 22 Jul 2019 15:16:46 +0200 2019-07-22T19:56:03+02:00 1:01:54 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeebassfromage2019/ 3037670 no no Wed, 24 Apr 2019 10:51:31 +0200 2019-04-24T10:51:31+02:00 1:01:59 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeethehousethebassandthedrumfunker2019/ Many styles covered here.
Vinyl mix so potentially a fluffy needle or skip is possible.
Happy 2019 and enjoy it always
]]> Many styles covered here.
Vinyl mix so potentially a fluffy needle or skip is possible.
Happy 2019 and enjoy it always
]]> 2702936 no no Sat, 29 Dec 2018 21:19:41 +0100 2018-12-29T21:19:41+01:00 1:25:21 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeeburninghotgive25/ Vintage plates spinning and nosync
Summer July 2018
Give25.
The best one so far...
The spice of Life...
Thanks for Listening / Loving.
2019 Summer Bookings via
cookeej36@gmail.com
]]> Vintage plates spinning and nosync
Summer July 2018
Give25.
The best one so far...
The spice of Life...
Thanks for Listening / Loving.
2019 Summer Bookings via
cookeej36@gmail.com
]]> 2208114 no no Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:13:58 +0200 2018-07-31T11:13:58+02:00 1:14:05 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookeesky-jumpmarathonvinyl-mix/
A year off, a year on.

Amazing Grace.

If you feel this mix could help others less fortunate then please kindly if you can donate
to our fund raise, then you can do so here.

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/back2liferacetotheking
]]>
A year off, a year on.

Amazing Grace.

If you feel this mix could help others less fortunate then please kindly if you can donate
to our fund raise, then you can do so here.

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/back2liferacetotheking
]]> 1822404 no no Sun, 25 Mar 2018 12:07:45 +0200 2018-03-25T12:07:45+02:00 1:37:30 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/justin-cookee39thattempt/
Almost 40 now, this is my last attempt as a 39 year old.

This mix is dedicated to Sarah Smith.
With love to a troll!

And the rest of you, I wish you love.]]>
Almost 40 now, this is my last attempt as a 39 year old.

This mix is dedicated to Sarah Smith.
With love to a troll!

And the rest of you, I wish you love.]]> 1315674 no no Fri, 28 Jul 2017 13:43:17 +0200 2017-05-07T18:54:02+02:00 1:04:37 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookee-new-year-award-bang/
For more info contact

justincookee@yahoo.co.uk.]]>
For more info contact

justincookee@yahoo.co.uk.]]> 1169221 no no Sun, 08 Jan 2017 21:47:26 +0100 2017-01-08T21:47:26+01:00 1:20:19 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/cookee-off-piste-far-east/ 1005541 no no Wed, 31 Aug 2016 13:17:23 +0200 2016-08-31T13:17:23+02:00 2:33:27 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/justin-volume-10-cookee-vocal-souls/ 725451 no no Thu, 18 Feb 2016 09:42:27 +0100 2016-02-18T09:42:27+01:00 59:57 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/volume-13-a-birthday-present-for-giles-51st-state-house/ 723688 no no Wed, 17 Feb 2016 19:04:03 +0100 2016-02-17T19:04:03+01:00 2:42:52 https://hearthis.at/justincookee/never-make-you-come-first-mix/ 685312 no no Sun, 31 Jan 2016 23:09:20 +0100 2016-01-31T23:09:20+01:00 1:58:46