DJ Zinc Grows Farther

Under my limited intake of Jungle and Drum and Bass DJ Zinc is one artist that tops my list. Classic take on complex rythems and dedicated showcasing of the music. He's been around a while and eventhough he reigned, and might still reign, the top of the DnB DJs, his new twist in influence comes not from a funky broken-beat. But rather the 4/4 line of House music.

I'm not complaining. My tastes towards DnB have diminished over time (unless the DJ is extremely intricate and talented in his mixing and track selection.) So Zinc plays House. Or Funky, or UK Funky. Great! Keep reaching new audiences and growing with the music.

What is Funky?

It feels to me a bit like UK garage, except it’s a bit more 4/4. The UK take on house often is grittier. I guess it’s because British people have been listening to lots of reggae and jungle, so they bring those elements.

Read the Red Bull Music Academy Interview with Zinc for his view on his growth as a musician. Which it truly is: growth. Instead of staying in a stagnant situation, he furthered his approach and updated witht he music. Impressive, intriguing, and instyle.

Thanks to RinseFM for the download link.
Zinc - November House Mix (Right Click, Save As)


Sample his older DnB style:
Creeper