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Super Deejay Bobzilla ‘I.U.D.D.D. (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Mutate]
Posted by on March 17, 2010
Buy Me Forthcoming in March 2010 Press Release A Founding partner of Mutate Records: Super Deejay Bobzilla is quite literally overjoyed to offer out his first full release on his rather spiffing label. ‘I Usually Don’t Do Dis’ or I.U.D.D.D. as we lovingly call it here at Mutate HQ is a mouthwatering package of diverse styles from some of Electronic Dance Music’s fostered sons. The Original… (read more)
SW D&B / Breaks Awards – Vote Ben & Lex!
Posted by on March 17, 2010
So it’s that time again when all the South West crews are out whoring for you’re votes to be crowned best bumpkin in the west, this time around the event is bigger and badder than ever before with much more emphasis on breaks in the very tasty line up! We won best South West Breaks DJ last year and we would be over the moon to win again so if you can spend a few minutes casting your votes via… (read more)
Richie Balboa’s Spring mix shows some B&L love
Posted by on March 17, 2010
Recent ‘Best Breakthrough DJ’ winner at Breakspoll, Richie Balboa, has dropped and killer new mix for Knowledge magazine featuring our latest remix for Rocstar Records, The Beat Monkeys ‘For The People (Ben & Lex ‘Big Beat Rocs’ Remix)’. Tracklisting 01. Freerange DJs – Back to the Old Jack [Ape] 02. Refracture – Eternal (Mr No Hands Remix) [Dusted Breaks] 03. Lunar Shift – The Trip… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 15/03/10
Posted by on March 16, 2010
Proper slammin show for you all this week on the Beatz and Bobz Show. Exclusive plays of the new Freerange DJs ‘Drop That Beat’ and our remix of ‘Default Mode’ for Erase Records plus we have the new Lot 49 siging Fussy Boy on the Guest Mix. 01. Dylan Rhymes and CHristian J vs Krafty Kuts and Time Deluxe ‘Party Phenomenon (Elite Force Re Fix)’ 02. ?? ‘Elevator Rinse’ 03. Access Denied… (read more)
Trackitdown Chart
Posted by on March 4, 2010
BEN & LEX – BREAKSPOLL WINNERS – TOP 10! South West heroes Ben & Lex have been representing breaks for over a decade and now it’s time for them to step up! Winners of the Best Podcast category plus releasing the awesome Soundboy Step-Up single should push them right up. Get behind these two! Trackitdown Ben and Lex top 10 01. Ben and Lex ‘Soundboy Step Up!’ 02. Freerange Djs ‘Back To The… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 01/03/10
Posted by on March 2, 2010
We only blooming won ‘Best Podcast’ at this years Breakspoll Award 2010… FUNK YEAH!!!! so this show goes out to all of you who have listened to us over the years and took the time and voted for the show. We thank you 01. Wasabi ‘Singin (Pale The Kid Remix)’ [Erase] 02. Gella Ft. MC Spyda ‘Twinkle (Gella’s Nails Mix)’ [Sub Slayers] 03. Cut la Roc ‘Looking For The Deep Bass (Schema… (read more)
FREE Download – Aldo Vanucci Pres Amie J ‘Naive (B&L Remix)’
Posted by on March 1, 2010
Taken from the Thank NuFunk Its Friday Blog… Fresh from picking up their award for Best Podcast I have an awesome remix by these guys which sounds nothing like their usual style. As well as running their successful Ape Music label and brand Ben & Lex are the long serving residents of Beatz & Bobz which has been running in Exeter now for around 13 years. These guys are renowned all over for being… (read more)
Ben and Lex ‘All Da Breaks / Soundboy Step Up’ [Rocstar]
Posted by on February 28, 2010
Buy Me Availble from Juno Download Press Release Ben & Lex are back again and this time making their debut for the awesome Rocstar label with this killer ‘Mixmag Breakbeat Single Of The Month’. Unless you have been asleep under a barrell for the last few months you will have seen that the busiest men in breaks have been beavering away non-stop dropping some killer remixes but now they are back… (read more)
WE WON!!!!
Posted by on February 26, 2010
We only went and freaking won ‘Best Podcast’ FUNK YEAH!!!! Big ups to SWU for getting the news on the home page mega quick n all Our very own Westcounrty breakbeat warriors Ben and Lex picked up a award last night at this years Breakspoll (The international breakbeat awards) held at Fabric in London. After receiving the award for best podcast they gave a speech signed of with Big up the Devon… (read more)
Brand New ‘Ben and Lex’ T-Shirt
Posted by on February 25, 2010
We’ve taken the logo from our forthcoming release on Rocstar and turned it into a sexy t-shirt Its available in a wide range of colours and is only £12.99.. bargin! Get yours form our Dizzy Jam Shop (read more)
Recent DJ Mag Reviews
Posted by on February 25, 2010
Ben & Lex All Da Breakz/Soundboy Step Up (Rocstar) The dastardly Exeter breaks twosome really deserve some breaks themselves, as they’ve been beavering away at the coalface for ages, and ‘All Da Breakz’ owes a large debt to the mischief and mayhem of bass music. Neo junglist steppa beats begin a marauding romp that takes in a dirty burrowing bassline, jump up bashment vibes, hardcore hip-hop… (read more)
Big Beat Reunion – 23/04/10
Posted by on February 24, 2010
Reject Beats, Rocstar & Concorde2 Present Big Beat Reunion Fri 23 Apr , 2010 Featuring Fatboy Slim + Bentley Rhythm (LIVE) + Cut La Roc + Jon Carter + Midfield General + Hardknox + Wildstyle Bob Nimble and live visuals from VJ Air. In the front bar: Brothers Bud + Ben and Lex + Pixel Fist vs Afghan Headspin + Jadell + Pete Jordan + Danny Reject and Kimpossible + Micky C and live visuals from Psyco… (read more)
The Fusion Project – 30/04/10
Posted by on February 24, 2010
ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL BE DONATED TO DISASTERS EMERGENCY COMMITTEE FOR THE PEOPLE OF HAITI (This is a www.dec.org.uk registered event) Ticket outlets to be announced very soon………. THE FUSION PROJECT proudly presents in association with the mighty NSB Radio www.nsbradio.co.uk & SugaThomp!, one of the most whoop ass nights of broken boom selection Tiverton has ever seen with DJ Sets from; BEN &… (read more)
Synchronicity – 20/03/10
Posted by on February 24, 2010
Synchronicity returns with the penultimate event of Exeters Vibraphonic festival and we’ve put together our biggest party to date. 6 headline acts, 4 rooms of music, over 100k of pro audio sound, a 4am license and the new addition of a breaks room hosted by Ape Music (Ben and Lex’s Record label) ——————————————————————————————— Headline… (read more)
Standout – 05/03/10
Posted by on February 24, 2010
FRIDAY 5TH MARCH Exeter’s Vibraphonic Festival opens with Exeter’s brand spanking new night for 2010 !! See only the Biggest, Freshest, Coolest names rolling in to Exeter in their droves. Standout`s missiion is to bring an eclectic selection of cutting edge and A list artists providing a”stricly anything goes” policy. Expect ground breaking combinations of music over 2 rooms never been seen… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Chill to Rave | 11/02/10
Posted by on February 18, 2010
Mixed bag of stuff for you on SWU this week. Starts of chilled and then in the second hour gets mad rave 01. Timothy Leary ‘How To Operate Your Brain’ 02. The Inventors Of Aircraft ‘It’s Calmer Outside’ 03. Clark ‘Rattlesnake’ 04. Metro Boy ‘Drone 1.2′ 05. Invasion Vs Shackleton ‘Wizards In Dub Pt 1′ 06. Skream ‘Memories Of 3rd Bass’ 07. Metro Boy ‘Drone 2′ 08. Boards… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 15/02/09
Posted by on February 16, 2010
Felt sleepy this week so we bosh out the mega rave no filler all killer haha. Big tunes and fresh new promos. Also if you fancy some free stuff check the footer. 01. The Moody Boyz ft. Pete Simpson ‘Freedom (Dubwise Mix)’ [Studio Rockers] 02. Plump DJs ‘The Knife’ [Global Underground] 03. Elite Force ‘MAD’ [UA] 04. Telepopmusik ‘Breathe (Peo de Pitte Remix)’ 05. Dub Pistols ft. Rodney… (read more)
Ben and Lex ‘February Promo Mix’
Posted by on February 10, 2010
1 hour mix from us featuring forthcoming remixes and exclusive tracks from our APE Label Tracklist 01. Pixel Fist ‘Room237′ 02. Jinx in Dub ‘Tippa Tap Sound (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Functional] 03. Ben and Lex ‘Soundboy Stepup!’ [Rocstar] 04. Nick Thayer ‘Reach For The Lazers’ [Passenger] 05. Beat Monkeys ft TY ‘For The People (Ben and Lex’s Big Beat Rocks Remix)’ [Rocstar] 06.… (read more)
Jokr ‘Snaggletooth (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Kiss My Bass]
Posted by on February 10, 2010
Buy Me Release: 14th March 2010 – Link coming soon Press Release Kiss My Bass returns with an action packed bass heavy package headed up with the latest from breaks/house crossover boys JOKR. Their most recent track On Point was well received on Dusted Breaks and since their sound matches our vibe perfectly we were quick to snap them up! The resulting EP is one of non stop dance floor belters, each… (read more)
Dub Pistols ‘Ganja (Ben & Lex’s High and Dry Remix)’
Posted by on February 5, 2010
Buy Me Release: 8th March 2010 – Link coming soon Press Release Dub Pistols ‘Ganja’ From an album that boasts stylings of soul, funk, hip-hop and pop among others, the Dub Pistols once again deliver a fine example of their extensive musical influences with their 3rd single ‘Ganja’. Taken from their 4th album ‘Rum & Coke’, the single is helmed by UK hip-hop legend Rodney P, who works… (read more)
Dub Pistols ‘Ganja (Ben & Lex’s High and Dry Remix)’
Posted by on February 5, 2010
Buy Me Release: 8th March 2010 – Link coming soon Press Release Dub Pistols ‘Ganja’ From an album that boasts stylings of soul, funk, hip-hop and pop among others, the Dub Pistols once again deliver a fine example of their extensive musical influences with their 3rd single ‘Ganja’. Taken from their 4th album ‘Rum & Coke’, the single is helmed by UK hip-hop legend Rodney P, who works… (read more)
Jinx In Dub ‘Tippa Tap Sounds (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Functional]
Posted by on February 5, 2010
Buy Me Release: 1st March 2010 – Link coming soon Press Release Functional reach their 60th release with rising star Jinx in Dub from Bristol giving Functional ‘Tippa Tap’ sound. The Westcountry label has just passed its 10th birthday and has some interesting releases coming from the labels trademark Dubby Breaks to full on Dubstep. Jinx in Dub delivers some truly skanking reggae vibes on this… (read more)
Dub Pistols ‘Ganja (Ben & Lex’s High and Dry Remix)’ [Sunday Best]
Posted by on February 5, 2010
Buy Me Release: 8th March 2010 – Link coming soon Press Release Dub Pistols ‘Ganja’ From an album that boasts stylings of soul, funk, hip-hop and pop among others, the Dub Pistols once again deliver a fine example of their extensive musical influences with their 3rd single ‘Ganja’. Taken from their 4th album ‘Rum & Coke’, the single is helmed by UK hip-hop legend Rodney P, who works… (read more)
Jokr ‘Snaggletooth (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Kiss My Bass]
Posted by on February 5, 2010
After the two sneak peeks from yesterday heres aother remix coming out in march haha its going to be a jam packed month Jokr ‘Snaggletooth (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Kiss My Bass] Jokr ‘Snaggletooth (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Kiss My Bass] by Ben and Lex (read more)
Ben & Lex forthcoming remixes…
Posted by on February 4, 2010
Here are a couple of remixes that are coming out from us in March… Dub Pistols ‘Ganja (Ben and Lex’s High and Dry Remix)’ Dub Pistols ‘Ganja (Ben and Lex’s High and Dry Remix)’ (128 kbps) by Ben and Lex Jinx In Dub ‘Tippa Tap Sounds (Ben and Lex Remix)’ Jinx In Dub ‘Tippa Tap Sounds (Ben and Lex Remix)’ (128 kbps) by Ben and Lex (read more)
[Exeter] Beatz and Bobz | Kidda | 12/02/10
Posted by on February 2, 2010
Friday 12th February Beatz & Bobz Cavern Club Exeter Kidda Ben & Lex Andromeda 9.00 – 02.00 Tickets £5.00 +bf Reform / Cavern Buy tickets online Facebook Event Page FREE TUNES Kidda ‘Strong Together (Heavy Deet Remix)’ Kidda ‘Everything Bad Is Good For You (TLGB Remix)’ Kidda ‘Feel Too Good (Jack Beats Remix)’ (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | 28/01/10
Posted by on February 2, 2010
First show on SWU for the new year and its a random one haha 01. Rustie ‘Bad Science’ 02. Tempa T ‘Next Hype (Brackles Vocal Remix)’ 03. Nathan Fake ‘Basic Mountain’ 04. Beth Jean Houghton ‘Golden’ 05. Rebolledo ft. Matias Aguayo ‘Pitaya Frenesi (Vocal Version)’ 06. Anti-Pop Consortium ‘Volcano (Four Tet Instrumental)’ 07. Dak ‘Standthis’ 08. Moritz Von Oswald ‘Pattern… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 01/02/10
Posted by on February 2, 2010
Exclusive overload on this weeks Beatz and Bobz show. Fresh new tracks from Pixel Fist, Nick Thayer, Hyper and for the first time on the show Eshericks, Dom Almond and Quadrat Beat remixes of the forthcoming Freerange DJs new single ‘Back To The Old Jack’. 01. Bass ‘n’ Funk ‘Vodka’ [Electroshock Records] 02. Nick Thayer ‘Cash Money’ [Passenger] 03. Tony Anthem ‘Axl Ender (Pressure… (read more)
Breakspoll 2010
Posted by on January 28, 2010
Breakspoll assemble a collection of cutting edge artists and breakthrough producers that have delivered exceptional music in 2009 - alongside some of last years Award winners, and of course, the 2010 Breakspoll awards ceremony. (read more)
Haiti Fundraiser (Exeter)
Posted by on January 28, 2010
In a bid to do our tiny bit to help those less fortunate than ourselves in Haiti right now, SWU, JamTheChannel, Rinseout, Reform Records, Rags Records, Dragon Drop & Clear Skyz present a night of the some of the finest Hiphop, D&B, Dubstep and Breaks talent the Southwest has ever produced with 100% of profits going to the Disaster & Emergencies Committee. (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Residents night = HUGE RAVE
Posted by on January 23, 2010
What can I say other then.. woah there!!!! that was freaking huge. Big, BIG love to everyone who came down. Awesome way to kick start the year Ive uploaded a bunch of photos on facebook and a couple of videos to youtube. Maxxi P Ben and Lex See you at the next Beatz and Bobz in February [...] (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Residents Night – Set Times
Posted by on January 21, 2010
Its time for the post Xmas residents night and this year see’s Rinseout Resident Maxxi P joining Ben & Lex, Andromeda and Lewah. Maxxi will be spinning dropping an exclusive non Drum & Bass set so expect a mix of Dubstep, Breaks and House. BEATZ AND BOBZ RESIDENTS 00:00 – 02:00 BEN AND LEX 22:00 – 00:00 MAXXI [...] (read more)
Ben & Lex / Ape Music Breakspoll Love
Posted by on January 19, 2010
It's that time again! The annual Breakspoll voting mayhem is upon us. (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 18/01/10
Posted by on January 19, 2010
Super shocker of a show this week as Lex makes a rare appearance in the studio plus we all cling to the edges of our seats awaiting the Breakspoll voting to start to be told it wont be till the next day. (read more)
‘Soundboy EP’ [Rocstar] IDJ Review
Posted by on January 18, 2010
Ben & Lex – Soundboy EP (Rocstar) Two interesting tracks here from the South West duo Ben & Lex. Soundboy StepUp keeps with their latest dub influenced breakbeat style and is a bit of a dark horse on the dancefloor. All the Breakz is the best attempt at a cut and paste club track I’ve heard [...] (read more)
[Artwork] Ben and Lex ‘Soundboy’ EP
Posted by on January 15, 2010
Holy shiz.. check this out!!!! This is the artwork for our forthcoming release on Rocstar and I must say this is the best artwork we’ve ever had done. Looks like we have a new ‘Ben and Lex’ logo out of it as well bad ass. Sound Boy Step Up by [...] (read more)
Beatz and Bobz – Residents Take Over 22/01/10
Posted by on January 8, 2010
Its time for the post Xmas residents night and this year see's Rinseout Resident Maxxi P joining Ben & Lex, Andromeda and Lewah. (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 04/01/10
Posted by on January 5, 2010
Bang! back for the new year with the Breakspoll nominated Beatz and Bobz show.. still going strong after many many years. (read more)
Standout 05/03/10
Posted by on December 28, 2009
Exeter's Vibraphonic Festival opens with Exeter's brand spanking new night for 2010. See only the biggest, freshest, coolest names rolling in to Exeter in their droves. (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Full Cycle History Lesson Part 1
Posted by on December 16, 2009
Going back in time to do a history lesson on one of the most influential labels in the Jungle/D&B scene... Full Cycle. (read more)
Farmer Christmas!
Posted by on December 16, 2009
Title: Farmer Christmas!Location: Timepeice, ExeterLink out: Click hereDescription: We haven’t done a Christmas party for a while so are super excited about this one and as usual have got a top local line up to keep your dancing shoes moving……Date: 2009-12-27 (read more)
SWU Xmas Party
Posted by on December 16, 2009
Title: SWU Xmas PartyLocation: Hole In The Wall, ExeterLink out: Click hereDescription: Were back again this year for the annual SWU christmas party, at another obscure yet potentially brilliant venue, The Hole In The Wall, smack bang in the city centre of Exeter ! The venues under new management and they have converted the basement [...] (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Xmas Party
Posted by on December 16, 2009
Title: Beatz and Bobz Xmas PartyLocation: The Cavern, ExeterLink out: Click hereDescription: Beatz and Bobz joins together with Bristols ‘Hope Recordings’ for this years legendary Xmas party. And boy are we in for a treat as we’ve got both of Way Out West, Nick Warren and Jody Wisternoff, on the decks along side your favourite residents [...] (read more)
The Freerange DJs ‘Past, Present and Future’ Mix
Posted by on December 15, 2009
Xmas Pressie for you all from The Freerange DJs, featuring tracks from the past, present and future. Featuring the classic Ben and Lex track 'Sound Gal' (read more)
Afghan Headspin ‘Clump Tropicana (Ben and Lex Remix)’ [Valium]
Posted by on December 11, 2009
West country veterans Ben & Lex show send down an epic bassline roller that has a real touch of class and still manages to use that accordian sample to good effect. (read more)
Ben & Lex Exclusive Kiss My Bass Mix.
Posted by on December 11, 2009
After hooking up with the Kiss My Bass crew in Bristol over the weekend we thought wed give them a exclusive guest mix for their site Kissmybass and here it is for you to download. We have something very special for you today, very special indeed. Breakbeat legends Ben & Lex have recorded a mix exclusively [...] (read more)
Ben and Lex Beatport Chart ' December
Posted by on December 11, 2009
Our latest chart for Beatport is now online (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 07/12/09
Posted by on December 8, 2009
Big breakbeat rave-a-thon this week tonnes of fresh new tracks from Diverted, BWEI, Vandal and Elite Force on his Re-fix tip. (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Dubstep Special | 26/11/09
Posted by on December 1, 2009
Going deep this week with some killer dubstep from the likes of Marytn, Skream, Benga and SWU's own Pulsar. (read more)
Ben & Lex 'Kiss.FM' Guest Mix
Posted by on December 1, 2009
20 minute mix chock full of APE and Ben & Lex goodness in this exclusive guest mix for Jay Cunnings Kiss.fm Show aired on 30/11/09 (read more)
ThisIsBreaks.com 'Rave Hat' Review
Posted by on December 1, 2009
West Country duo Ben & Lex return this week on Afghan Headspin's label Standard Audio with a double release packed full of electro inspired shenanigans and a whole heap of bass. (read more)
Ben and Lex 'Rave Hat' / Recycle 'Ghost In The Shell (Ben & Lex Remix)' [Standard Audio]
Posted by on December 1, 2009
Fresh out the box from Standard Audio comes a Ben & Lex bonanza. First up we have the filth monster that is 'Rave Hat'. Conceived this summer over many a Glade cocktail this tune is already a firm fave for the Westcountry Warriors in their own Dj sets, proving to be a peak time wonk-athon slayer for the dirty minded. (read more)
November Beatport Chart
Posted by on November 19, 2009
We seemed to have missed the October chart... Doh! but here is Novembers Beatport chart for you. Tracks from Skream, Run Riot, Freerange Djs and of course 'Ben and Lex' have been floating out boat this month. (read more)
THE! New Years Eve Party
Posted by on November 17, 2009
Now in its 10th year THE! NEW YEARS EVE PARTY is back with a new format and a line up of some of the South Wests finest DJs joining very special guests HYBRID (NYE Exclusive) playing a DJ set, DJ FRESH from Breakbeat Kaos and one of one of Bristols rising stars JINX IN DUB THE! NEW YEARS EVE PARTY The only place to see in 2010 in Exeter Celebrating NYE for the 10th year at Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix… (read more)
SWU Xmas Party 19/12/09
Posted by on November 17, 2009
Were back again this year for the annual SWU christmas party, at another obscure yet potentially brilliant venue, The Hole In The Wall, smack bang in the city centre of Exeter ! (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Xmas Party 18/12
Posted by on November 17, 2009
Beatz and Bobz joins together with Bristols 'Hope Recordings' for this years legendary Xmas party. (read more)
NuSkoolBreaks.co.uk Presents' A-Skillz
Posted by on November 17, 2009
2 ROOMS OF BLOCK PARTY BREAKS & BEATS NuSkoolBreaks.co.uk Presents& A-SKILLZ SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER @ RHYTHM FACTORY WHITECHAPEL LONDON (Nearest Tube : Aldgate East) The mighty NuSkoolBreaks.co.uk returns to London clubland after a brief Summer hiatus  much needed after we tore a breaks-shaped hole out of the Glade Festival in July! Were now romping home in fashion with our obligatory Christmas-season… (read more)
VOID & BRAP Present PIG PEN SOCIAL
Posted by on November 17, 2009
South Coast community website Out Of The Void http://www.outofthevoid.co.uk and online dance music radio station Brap FM http://www.brap.fm join forces once again, serving up an Oxfam fundraiser of epic proportions, showcasing some of the finest DJ talent the South has to offer. The event consists of two parts, an alldayer at The Farm Pub and an after party at Lab Club. Venue: The Farm Pub. Hopetoun… (read more)
We do bass, Polar Red Special on NSB Radio
Posted by on November 17, 2009
We do bass, Polar Red Special on NSB Radio  Featuring 3 Ben & Lex Tracks Tracklisting Akira Kiteshi  Ulysees  Mutimusic Sylde  Blockparties  Hot Cakes Mr No Hands  Ruddy Bitch  Air Luqas  Replicant  Dead Famous 601  Clay Davis  Rocstar House of stank -Get up yeah (Stupid fresh remix)  Dust Traxx Unbalanced Jack &-Manc skank  Bassmusicblog.com Wu Tang -Deep Space (Jay da flex and Yoof… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz 'Beat Assassins' 20/11/09
Posted by on November 17, 2009
Beatz & Bobz continue to bring the freshest breaks acts to town with the Exeter debut of Mofo Recordings Beat Assassins Friday November 20th Beat Assassins (Mofo Recordings) Ben and Lex James Gill Cavern Club Tickets £5 available from Reform Records / The Cavern Club / http://www.wegottickets.com more on the door BEAT ASSASSINS / Bringing The London Sound Of Urban Electro Electro productions on… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show 'NSB Uncovered Special'
Posted by on November 17, 2009
To celebrate the release of the NSB Uncovered compilation we thought wed feature all the tracks on this weeks show. Plus we have a bunch of killer new tracks from Elite Force, Bil Vega and New Decade, Enough Weapons and a slice of rave from Aspin and Dipace 01. Curl and Dean Shining Path [NSB UnCovered/APE] 02. Filthy Rich Make You Freq (Miles Dyson Mix) [Global Underground] 03. Erratech Gorilla… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show 'NSB Uncovered Special'
Posted by on November 17, 2009
To celebrate the release of the NSB Uncovered compilation we thought wed feature all the tracks on this weeks show. Plus we have a bunch of killer new tracks from Elite Force, Bil Vega and New Decade, Enough Weapons and a slice of rave from Aspin and Dipace 01. Curl and Dean Shining Path [NSB UnCovered/APE] 02. Filthy Rich Make You Freq (Miles Dyson Mix) [Global Underground] 03. Erratech Gorilla… (read more)
NSB Uncovered mixed by Ben and Lex
Posted by on November 16, 2009
Various NSB Uncovered Mixed by Ben and Lex Tracks from Felix Stone, Curl & Dean, Dusty, Finny, Nu:Type, Freeflow 45, Mobius vs Mr Snook, Section 4, Imperial Thrilla, Emeyda, Run RiOT, Erratech, Mjoogoo, T.R.O. and Teknic B APE Music LP 001 [APEMLP001] Buy me Beatport, Trackitdown, Junodownload, Amazon and all good digital download shops. NSB Uncovered showcases the talents of users of the world's… (read more)
NSB Uncovered mixed by Ben and Lex
Posted by on November 16, 2009
Various NSB Uncovered Mixed by Ben and Lex Tracks from Felix Stone, Curl & Dean, Dusty, Finny, Nu:Type, Freeflow 45, Mobius vs Mr Snook, Section 4, Imperial Thrilla, Emeyda, Run RiOT, Erratech, Mjoogoo, T.R.O. and Teknic B APE Music LP 001 [APEMLP001] Buy me Beatport, Trackitdown, Junodownload, Amazon and all good digital download shops. NSB Uncovered showcases the talents of users of the world's… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | Download
Posted by on November 3, 2009
Fun and games this week on the Beatz and Bobz show as we laugh at my total fail at pronouncing the names of artists and tunes plus all the usual fresh new tunes and exclusives from the breakbeat world. 01. Afghan Headspin Cocaine (Gellas Drifting Remix) [Standard Audio] 02. Curl and Dean Snow Buddah (Future Funk Squad Remix) [Big Square] 03. Freestylers vs CTRL-Z ft MC Navigator Ruffneck (Excision… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | Download
Posted by on November 3, 2009
Fun and games this week on the Beatz and Bobz show as we laugh at my total fail at pronouncing the names of artists and tunes plus all the usual fresh new tunes and exclusives from the breakbeat world. 01. Afghan Headspin Cocaine (Gellas Drifting Remix) [Standard Audio] 02. Curl and Dean Snow Buddah (Future Funk Squad Remix) [Big Square] 03. Freestylers vs CTRL-Z ft MC Navigator Ruffneck (Excision… (read more)
Various 'NSB Uncovered' mixed by Ben and Lex
Posted by on October 28, 2009
Various NSB Uncovered Mixed by Ben and Lex Tracks from Felix Stone, Curl & Dean, Dusty, Finny, Nu:Type, Freeflow 45, Mobius vs Mr Snook, Section 4, Imperial Thrilla, Emeyda, Run RiOT, Erratech, Mjoogoo, T.R.O. and Teknik B APE Music LP 001 [APEMLP001] Release date November 16th Distributed by Symphonic Distribution NSB Uncovered showcases the talents of users of the world's largest and most successful… (read more)
Various 'NSB Uncovered' mixed by Ben and Lex
Posted by on October 28, 2009
Various NSB Uncovered Mixed by Ben and Lex Tracks from Felix Stone, Curl & Dean, Dusty, Finny, Nu:Type, Freeflow 45, Mobius vs Mr Snook, Section 4, Imperial Thrilla, Emeyda, Run RiOT, Erratech, Mjoogoo, T.R.O. and Teknik B APE Music LP 001 [APEMLP001] Release date November 16th Distributed by Symphonic Distribution NSB Uncovered showcases the talents of users of the world's largest and most successful… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | Gella Guest Mix | Download
Posted by on October 21, 2009
Bit late on the upload of this one but its well worth the wait as the Gella guest mix is proper next level stuff. 01. Afghan Headspin Cocaine (Gellas Drifting Remix) [Valium] 02. Plump Djs My Hi Tops [Global Underground] 03. Son Of Kick Byrd Kick [Botchit and Scarper] 04. Access Denied One More Time (Ben and Lex Remix) [KDB Breaks] 05. That Girl Dj Go Commando [Re:connect] 06. Maximilian… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | Gella Guest Mix | Download
Posted by on October 21, 2009
Bit late on the upload of this one but its well worth the wait as the Gella guest mix is proper next level stuff. 01. Afghan Headspin Cocaine (Gellas Drifting Remix) [Standard Audio] 02. Plump Djs My Hi Tops [Global Underground] 03. Son Of Kick Byrd Kick [Botchit and Scarper] 04. Access Denied One More Time (Ben and Lex Remix) [KDB Breaks] 05. That Girl Dj Go Commando [Re:connect] 06. Maximilian… (read more)
JOINT Friday 9th October
Posted by on October 6, 2009
Been ages since me and Lex playing in Exeter and this night looks like its going to be off the HOOK!!!!! cant wait. FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2009 Joint Present Exeter`s premier music promoters team up for another sell out show. With the best of Drum & Bass and Breaks across 2 Arenas Drum & Bass: FRICTION (3 DECK SET, SHOGUN AUDIO) GROOVERIDER (RADIO 1, GODFATHER) MR NICE (RINSEOUT/Innovation) MAXXI P (RINSEOUT/REFORM)… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | DOWNLOAD
Posted by on October 6, 2009
Your in for a treat this week people. The first hour of the show is crammed with some slamming breaks, dubstep and jacking rave, but its all about the second hour where we let the Freerange DJs loose on the airwaves to celebrate their new releases on APE music. Its a hour of awesome bumping wonk which cant fail to get your dancing about with your iPod. HUGE!!! 01. Black Noise ft Wizard Sleeve Me… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Ben and Lex Special | DOWNLOAD
Posted by on October 5, 2009
Ive been doing the SWU special shows now for about a year and Lexy said ere why aint u done us yet& hmm good point haha So seeing as weve had a squillion releases and remixes out on various labels Ive tried to cram as many as possible into this two hour show for SWU. From the early days on Functional to brand new stuff thats coming out on Rocstar, its all there. 01. Sante Fe Lado Ve (Ben and… (read more)
Freerange Djs 'Your Mind Your Passion' OUT NOW!!!
Posted by on October 5, 2009
Freerange DJs Your Mind Your Passion Remixes from  Quadrat Beats and The Wrongstars APE Music 014[APEM014] Buy Me BEATPORT Audio Freerange DJs Your Mind Your Passion [APEM014] by apemusic Press Release We at Ape are very proud to bring you a brand new artist to the fold. We have signed up the mighty Freerange Djs and shit yes are we happy about it too!! They may be from the wrong side of the… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 21/09/09
Posted by on September 22, 2009
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 21/09/09 01. Ben and Lex Skitzometric (Pulsar Remix) [APE] 02. A Guy Called Gerald Voodoo Ray (Stanton Warriors Remix) 03. Skream Calous 04. Schema Cutney Grip [Wicky Lindows] 05. Azzido Da Bass Dooms Night (Torqux and Twist Remix) 06. Snook Message From Dread [Broken Robot] 07. Splitloop Ghetto Uk [Against The Grain] 08. Beat Assassins Put Em Up… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Mega Snooze | 17/09/09
Posted by on September 18, 2009
After the last show of Jungle-tastic Mega Rave I thought Id bring it right back and chill out this week. Go back to bed, tuck your self in and relax to 2 hours of Mega Snooze& 01. Warped 69 A High Naturally (Global Communication Re-Take) [Fierce!] 02. Boards Of Canada Everything You Do Is A Ballon [Skam] 03. Christ Skylab One [Benbecula] 04. Bola VM82 [Skam] 05. Christ School Is Not Compulsary… (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 07/09/09
Posted by on September 8, 2009
Woah there now this weeks show is chock full of exclusives from me and Lex and the APE family, plus the kind folks of southwest underground allowed me to air our set from this years Aeon festival 01. Chemical Brothers Saturate (Stanton Warriors Remix) 02. 601 RKSTDY (Ben and Lex Remix) [Polar Red] 03. Jinx In Dub Tippa Tap Sound [Functional] 04. Beat Assassins Put Em Up [MoFo] 05. High Rankin… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Jungle-Tastic | 03/09/09
Posted by on September 4, 2009
Blam! Back on the Thursday, my original slot, once again and so I thought Id wheel out the amen filled jungle of the Amen Andrews, Remarc, Soundmurderer and SK-1 etc& its proper heavy I tells thee Quick note. The tracklisting might be a bit off as alot of these are white labels, should be pretty much right tho Also the return of the SWU Gig guide tell you whats worth going to this weekend in the… (read more)
Mobius 'The Lab (Ben and Lex Remix)' OUT NOW!!!
Posted by on September 2, 2009
Mobius The Lab / Ben and Lex Remix [DBR009] We bring you the second Dusted Breaks installment from the Southampton duo MOBIUS, and this time the dark and twisted nature of the original has a gut bustin bass line, that has smashed the dancefloors across the world since its promo release a few weeks ago! Not content with just an amazing original track though, We bring you what the critics say is… (read more)
Rejected Rocstars
Posted by on September 2, 2009
Now that festy season is coming to a close its time to head back off into the clubs to get our rave on. September is a mad one for me and Lex with gigs in Bristol, Westwood Ho!, Exeter etc and it all kicks off in Chelmsford for Rejected Rocstars& Rejected Rocstars @ The Bar Kings Head Walk, Chelmsford, Essex, UK, CM2 6FH Friday 11th September 2009 FREE ENTRY!!! Featuring special guests& Ben & Lex… (read more)
Rave On Avon @ The Lab, Bristol 19/09
Posted by on August 26, 2009
haha best name for a night ever Me and Lexy are headlining this event so if your in the Bristol area whack it in your calender It looks like Lab is going to be trampled to the ground during Rave on Avon. The lineup is bad ass. Theres not a tame person on there which can only mean one thing-party on. Top floor-Pacjam Ben and Lex (Ape, Roc Star, Breakbeat Heavyweights) Project32 (Bristol Hip Hop showcase)… (read more)
'Tha Bizniz' T-shirts now available
Posted by on August 26, 2009
The good folks at Dizzyjam are now out of beta stage and as a bonus the Tha Bizniz T-shirt is now available to buy for £12.99 hurrah Get yours from Dizzyjam Also if you do get one please send us a photo of you wearing it to the APE music facebook group where we might possibly give out some prizes for best photo. (read more)
Beautiful Days Live Set
Posted by on August 26, 2009
Well that was bonkers haha big full on rave set from me and Lex at Beautiful Days this year, just a shame the Banco De Gaia techy guys put 2 massive screens in front of us haha doh! Ben and Lex recorded live from the Little Big Top at the Beautiful Days festival 2009 01. Pyramid Preacher 02. Stanton Warriors Precinct (Plump DJs Remix) 03. Splitloop Ghetto UK 04. Freeland Under Control (Alex… (read more)
Aeon Festival
Posted by on August 26, 2009
Were playing at this years AEON festival on Saturday in the JamTheChannel tent from 10-30 till 11-30 so if you going come along and have a rave. We will also be recording our set for download later. Small and intimate with neither corporate funding or sponsorship weve created a new genre to fit in with the ever expanding festival scene in the UK. We are a Shoestring-Boutique festival! offering a… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | 17/08/09
Posted by on August 18, 2009
Blammo!!! Lexy joins me in the studio for a rammed Beatz and Bobz show. For your listening pleasure this week we have a Tha Bizniz mini mix and a super slamming hot mix from APEs new signing Enough Weapons. 01. Ben and Lex Skitzometric (Pulsar Remix) [APE] 02. Aquasky ft Tee-Ski Back To The Top (Vandal Remix) 03. Elite Force and Meat Katie Belive 04. Si Begg The Bleeps (Shades Of Rhythm… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Jeff Mills Special | Download
Posted by on August 18, 2009
This special has been on the cards since I started this show and finally I have got round to it. Its the JEFF Freaking MILLS Special haha. Now before you moan some of the mixing is on the dodgy side but its all good also playing these tunes has made me re-discover the sheer genius of Mills when he does his more mellow spacey techno stuff. I pretty much dismissed this in my youth and just went for… (read more)
Ben and Lex ‘Tha Bizniz’ + Remixes OUT NOW!!!!
Posted by on August 10, 2009
Ben and Lex Tha Bizniz Remixes from 2 Bit Thugs, Benjamin Vial, Metro Boy, Mskr-nt APE Music [APEM012] Available from Beatport now >> https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/186138/Tha%20Bizniz After a 6 month hiatus for a 7 remix marathon (keep ya ears peeled they’re all out this year) Ben and Lex come back to their label APE Music with a big old banger of a tune, in fact… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | NSB Radio | Download
Posted by on August 5, 2009
No guest mix this week so your treated to w whole two hours of me and Lex. Allsorts thrown in this week dub step, breaks, wonk, techno, rave so get on the download, stick it in your ipod and dance around the office haha 01. Noisses End Of 02. Juice Aleem First Lesson (Evil Nine Remix) 03. Disco Of Doom War Pig 04. Zodiac Cartel We Dont Play That 05. Freerange DJs Gotta Get High (=AVE= Mix)… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | ‘Tear Out’ Special | Download
Posted by on August 5, 2009
Dug out some classic Tear Out for this weeks SWU Mega rave but annoyingly the damn archive is only of the second half gutted Ah well, you can catch me playing a set of this stuff in Bristol in December so theres no need to miss out. Anyways heres the full tracklist of what was played but the archive only starts from track 13. 01. Control Z and Baobinga Focus [Hardcore Beats] 02. Aquasky vs Masterblaster… (read more)
Metro Boy | Brap.fm | 14/07/09 | Download
Posted by on July 15, 2009
Missed the last show due to hard drive fail but Im back with 2 hours of bleepy techno for you all, even snuck in Wisdom To The Wise yay 01. Kobbe and Kevon Brown Voodoo Doctor 02. Ella Cats (Kanios Novakane Mix) 03. Gaiser Trunkated 04. Smacs and Patrick Kong Paraffin (Metro Boy Remix) 05. Minilogue Snake Charmer 06. Matt Nordstrom Lucky Drawls 07. Perc Cylinder Swing 08. Adam Beyer… (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | Beat Assassins Guest Mix | Download
Posted by on July 7, 2009
Getting a bit of a mini warm up for the Glade Festival with an hour of exclusives plus we are blessed with a stonking guest mic form the Beat Assassins. Huge doesnt even start to describe it. 01. Ben and Lex Tha Bizniz (2 Bit Thugs Remix) [APE] 02. That Girl DJ Noise 03. Mobius The Lab (Ben and Lex Remix) [Dusted Breaks] 04. Ben and Lex All Da Breakz [Roc Star] 05. SDB I Usually Dont (Ben… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Glade Warm Up | Download
Posted by on July 7, 2009
Feel The RAVE!! A full on 2 hours of festy bumping rave for you this week on the SWU Mega rave as we warm up for our Glade Festival set. You can catch us opening the Main Stage on the Friday from 12-1 plus there might even be a cheeky mega rave on the Thursday night.. shhhhh 01. D Bridge Wonder Where 02. Benga Buzzin 03. Curl and Dean Snow Buddha 04. That Girl DJ Noise 05. SDB I Dont Usually… (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Underworld Special | Download
Posted by on June 23, 2009
Another special request from the Facebook Group this week and as their headlining the Glade festival this year I though why not& 2 hours of Underworld on the SWU Mega rave this week, so get this downloaded and whack it in your ipod for your summer of festies. 01. Underworld Mmm Skyscraper I Love You 02. Underworld [...] (read more)
Ben & Lex's Haterz is thisisbreaks.com's Single of the Week!
Posted by Ben Ervine on June 18, 2009
Ben & Lex are two of the hottest breaks producers and DJs from the UK's south west, with a string of fresh, classic tracks under their belts. They have somehow outdone themselves here with pure unadulterated stripped to the bone breaks and bass number, which takes the duo's trademark extended lead basslines and re-samples them to keep the variation interesting. The rolling vocal hook is reminiscent… (read more)
Metro Boy | Brap.fm | 16/06/09 | Download
Posted by on June 17, 2009
My computer decided to have a glitch fest last night.. boo. But I battled with it to bring you this weeks 2 hour bleep fest. Tonight Ill be formatting the bugger and giving it a fresh install so fingers crossed next time the show will be glitch free 01. Metro Boy Bounty Hunter 02. Metro [...] (read more)
Beatz and Bobz Show | Glade Replayed and Black Canvas | Download
Posted by on June 16, 2009
The internet can suck my balls& bah& proper mental buffer overload for this show on NSB Radio last night. Now I could spend all day pasting the show together but it would be a mess, so thankfully I had record on Ableton while the show was on so here is the broadcast with out me [...] (read more)
SWU Mega Rave | Orbital Special | Download
Posted by on June 9, 2009
As requested via the Facebook group this weeks show not only celebrates the re-launch of SWU but also the awesomeness of Orbital. 01. Orbital Halcyon + On + On [Taken from the 'Brown' Album] 02. Orbital Forever [Taken from the 'Snivilisation' Album] 03. Orbital Fahrenheit 3032 [Taken from the 'Green' Album] 04. Orbital Initiation [Taken from the 'Blue' Album] 05. [...] (read more)
Joint | Krafty Kuts vs Noisia | 06/06/09
Posted by on June 5, 2009
[ June 6, 2009 8:30 pm to June 7, 2009 2:00 am. ] Beatz and Bobz teams up with Rinseout for another slamming 'Joint' event. Bringing together the UKs best Breaks DJ & Producer' Krafty Kuts', alongside Hollands No1 DnB Outfit ' Noisia' for the ultimate DJ battle of Breaks vs Drum and Bass. Full Line Up Krafty Kuts Noisia Dread MC Ben and Lex Mr Nice B2b Maxxi P Hosted by Johnny G This one off [...] (read more)
Ben and Lex 'Haterz' [Future Perfect]
Posted by Ben Ervine on June 4, 2009
Brand new release from me and Lex coming out on Future Perfect soon.. After the smashing success of RackRuin's acclaimed ScitzoVIP which has found its way into the boxes of top jocks such as Sinden, Fake Blood, Zinc, Boy 8 Bit and more - we are rolling out another smasher in the form of this killer double A side original release from non other than the South West superstars known as Ben and Lex. First… (read more)
Ben and Lex 'Haterz' [Future Perfect]
Posted by on June 3, 2009
Brand new release from me and Lex coming out on Future Perfect soon.. After the smashing success of RackRuins acclaimed ScitzoVIP which has found its way into the boxes of top jocks such as Sinden, Fake Blood, Zinc, Boy 8 Bit and more - we are rolling out another smasher in the form of this killer [...] (read more)
Metro Boy | Brap.fm | 02/06/09 | Download
Posted by on June 3, 2009
Super hot mix from last night for you this week, the studio was at boiling point so the laptop glitchs out a few time sorry but apart from that its another dose of bleepy techno 01. Nathan F Sorry The Late (Alfie Remix) [Artist Records] 02. Gary Beck On The Run (Edit-Select Remix) [Edit [...] (read more)
The Beatz and Bobz Show | M.I.Loki Guest Mix | Download
Posted by on June 2, 2009
A huge show for your downloading and listening pleasure this week. The first hour is chock full of bumping breakbeat, wonky, dub-rave goodness plus some fresh stuff from me and Lex and in the second half we have quite possibly one of the most exquisite guest mixes ever from [url=http://www.myspace.com/miloki]M.I.Loki[/url]. Possible NSB Radio first, maybe, but [...] (read more)
Annie Nightingales 'Glastonbury Dance Village Opening Party'
Posted by on May 29, 2009
[ June 25, 2009 6:00 pm to June 26, 2009 3:00 am. ] Annie Nightingale once again teams up with Beatz and Bobz to officially launch the Glastonbury Dance Village with the legendary Pussy Parlure opening party. Annie Nightingale and Beatz and Bobz have pulled out all the stops with exclusive sets from Billy Nasty, General Midi and Afghan Headspin, to name a few, cementing this as one of [...] (read more)
Simian Sounds vs Beatz & Bobz presents 'General Midi'
Posted by on May 29, 2009
[ May 30, 2009 10:00 pm to May 31, 2009 3:00 am. ] Simian Sounds team up with the UK's longest running Breaks night and the South Wests very own 'Beatz & Bobz' to bring you the mighty 'General Midi' on the 1st leg of his eagerly anticipated 'Operation Overdrive' Album Tour. Not only that but the Crow Rooms will be hosted by those pesky funkers 'Hong Kong Ping [...] (read more)
Beatz and Bobz - Rico Tubbs
Posted by on May 29, 2009
[ May 29, 2009 9:00 pm to May 30, 2009 2:00 am. ] Yes Yes Rico Tubbs is coming to Exeter :) Rico Tubbs Started with a boom 2002 on Menu music when the debut p-funk inspired fartbass anthem 12" "Flashlighter" was released.That opened the flood gates for steady flow of bassheavy party beats and remixes. Blending various genres of dance music and combining them under one big party banner of [...] (read more)
Forthcoming Ben and Lex Releases
Posted by Ben Ervine on May 21, 2009
Me and Lex have a whole bunch of remixes and tunes coming out in the next few months. As well as these clips we have 'Haterz/Mugs' coming out on Future Perfect soon and fingers crossed 'Tha Bizniz' on APE should be coming out v.soon indeed. Ben and Lex 'Sound Boy Step Up' [Rocstar] Sound Boy Step Up by Ben and Lex Recycle 'Ghost In The Shell (Ben and Lex Remix)' [Standard Audio] Recycle 'Ghost In… (read more)