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Freedom Soundz
People's Beat

People

Rolling used to describe a type of drum & bass record that just, well, flowed smoothly despite the hyperactive pace. That style has found its way into broken beat via records like this. "People's Beat" collects bongo loops, scattered snares, analog synths and diving bass licks, arranged in a linear yet hypnotic instrumental groove. "People's Dub" on the flip is West London doing Metro Area's late-'80s electro house their way. 'Tis

Reviewed by Tomas • January 14 2003