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Clyde Beats: People – “Roll Of The Beast”

In this edition of Clyde Beats: People, we go behind the music with “Roll Of The Beast” — a protest anthem born from the injustice (still) unfolding across Iraq and Gaza. More than just a song, it’s a raw, emotional response to the atrocities witnessed in those regions.

But don’t let its serious message fool you — this track knocks. With gritty vocals, layered production, and some seriously funky remixes, “Roll Of The Beast” is both a call to action and a head-nodding musical experience.

From the Albums

  • Hyper Reality

  • Hyper Reality: Alternate Reality

  • Out now on Atjazz Record Company

Meet the People Behind the Sound

🎤 Clyde Beats – Multitalented producer and vocalist

🎚️ Martin “Atjazz” Iveson – Remix duties and label founder

🎛️ Christo – Remix duties

🎛️ Tim Scott – Remix duties


🎵 Listen Now:

👉 Roll Of The Beast on Bandcamp:
https://clydebeats.bandcamp.com/track/roll-of-the-beast

👉 Hyper Reality full album:
💿 Bandcamp: https://clydebeats.bandcamp.com/album/hyper-reality

👉 Alternate Reality Remixes & Singles:
💿 Bandcamp: https://clydebeats.bandcamp.com/album/hyper-reality-alternate-reality


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How Serve It Up was created! News

Clyde Beats: People – Serve It Up feat. Capitol…

Clyde Beats: People – “Serve It Up feat. Capitol A”

Every track has a story. And in Clyde Beats: People, it’s the people behind the music who take centre stage.

In this episode, Clyde Beats explores the making of “Serve It Up feat. Capitol A” — a rich blend of broken beat, rap and soul, featuring the unmistakable vocals of Capitol A and Jane Hamilton. But the story runs deeper than the groove.

This track came to life thanks to a group of creative collaborators and moments that shaped its sound. From producers and vocalists to chance conversations, each person left a mark. And, as for the remixes, well…

  • Atjazz
  • Capitol A
  • Jane Hamilton
  • Magic Number
  • Tony Nwachukwu
  • Brooks

The video dives into how these names — and the energy they brought — helped turn a spark into a finished piece of music.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here!

Great music doesn’t just happen. It’s built on connection, collaboration, and community. Serve It Up is a tribute to that process — and to the people who make it possible.

This is more than a song.

Listen to Serve It Up feat Capitol A original mix here: Bandcamp

Hear the remixes and more, here: Bandcamp

It’s the world behind the music.

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The Unlikely Anthem: How Clyde Beats Created Snapped Featuring…

Clyde Beats, a name not unfamiliar to anyone who has an ear tuned to the pulse of Derby’s vibrant music scene, has done it again. This time, he’s taken us all by storm with his latest track, “Snapped,” featuring the lyrical prowess of Jakka Blades and the smooth vocal stylings of Manny Marko. But be warned: this is no ordinary song. The bassline is so heavy and infectious it’s causing a stir—and not always the good kind.

The Derby Connection

Hailing from Derby, UK, Clyde Beats is a prodigy of the local music scene, a town renowned for its eclectic mix of talent. Jakka Blades and Manny Marko, both also from Derby, have been long-time collaborators and friends, creating a trio that’s as dynamic as it is formidable. Clyde, however, now resides in Shenyang, China, a city that’s become a surprising source of inspiration and creativity for him.

The Birth of “Snapped”

The legend begins in Clyde’s makeshift studio, a sanctuary of sound crammed into the spare bedroom of his modest Shenyang apartment. One night, amid empty takeout containers of local Shenyang delicacies like hot pot and dumplings, Clyde Beats had a revelation. He wanted to create a track that wasn’t just heard but felt—something that would reverberate through the bones and resonate in the soul. He called up his old pals, Jakka Blades, known for his razor-sharp verses, and Manny Marko, whose voice could melt butter.

As they gathered around Clyde’s ancient laptop, inspiration struck. They laid down the groundwork, and then Clyde unleashed his secret weapon: the bass. Descriptions fail to capture the sheer power of this bassline. It was like the roar of a jet engine, the rumble of an earthquake, and the thump of a thousand heartbeats all rolled into one. The moment they hit play, everyone in the room felt it in their chest, a powerful thud that was both thrilling and slightly alarming.

The Bassline: A Blessing and a Curse

The track, aptly named “Snapped,” quickly gained traction. Clubs started playing it, and soon reports began trickling in. Bouncers had to deal with an unusual number of people literally losing their shoes on the dance floor, sent flying by the bass vibrations. Some listeners found themselves uncontrollably tapping their feet for hours afterwards, while others claimed their car windows rattled loose when playing the song at full volume.

Local hardware stores saw an uptick in sales of subwoofers, presumably bought by fans trying to recreate that heart-thumping experience at home. However, not everyone was a fan. Elderly residents in Derby complained about their porcelain collections mysteriously shattering, and one woman swore her cat had developed a nervous twitch after hearing the song.

Jakka Blades and Manny Marko’s Magic Touch

The track wouldn’t be what it is without the dynamic contributions of Jakka Blades and Manny Marko. Jakka’s verses cut through the bass like a hot knife through butter, adding a sharp edge that complements the depth of the beat. Meanwhile, Manny’s smooth, buttery vocals provide a perfect counterbalance, creating a sonic experience that’s as well-rounded as it is intense.

The Verdict

“Snapped” by Clyde Beats, featuring Jakka Blades and Manny Marko, is more than just a song; it’s a phenomenon. Whether you love it or fear for your eardrums, there’s no denying its impact. Just be sure to secure your valuables, warn your neighbours, and maybe invest in some earplugs—because once you hit play, there’s no stopping the seismic wave of sound that’s about to hit.

A Playlist of Tunes That Inspired the Snapped Sound

Listen to Snapped Featuring Jakka Blades and Manny Marko

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Clyde Beats Hyper Reality 2 Roll Call News

Clyde Beats – Hyper Reality 2 – Players and…

Hyper Reality 2: An English GentlemanA short blog listing all of the personnel who contributed towards Clyde Beats ‘Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman’.

When one considers the immense talents who committed to this project, there’s little wonder it’s an album I feel so proud of.

Here are the main players…

Atjazz

The man who inspired me to sing and who taught me how to layer my vocals in the first place. We share very similar musical values and have produced some great tracks together. An accomplished keyboard player, you’ll hear his Rhodes licks in places and his extensive studio engineering skills all across this album.

Peacey

Another long-time friend. We’ve shared the good times and the bad times and these can be heard in our two collaborative works on this album.

Jane Hamilton

This brilliant talent and overall quality person blessed my first album with some very memorable writing and performances. I’m elated to have her on my follow-up album. Her appearances on this LP are some of her best works, in my humble opinion.

Octavio N. Santos

What began as a radio drop for his show back in the day resulted in some stellar horn features across my album, as well as a song he wrote the rap for and spat on, too!

AMALIA

Having followed her Tokyo Dawn career and then experiencing her collaboration with Atjazz, having the opportunity to work with AMALIA was one I jumped at!

OVEOUS

Drawn to my attention through his work with Atjazz, OVEOUS is another artist I feel privileged to have worked with.

Magic Number

Although I’ve known him for many, many years, it wasn’t until COVID hit that we were joined together musically. Ross’ bass playing is ‘OK’, so I thought I’d help the chap out and have him on a track or two on “Hyper Realty 2: An English Gentleman”. He has yet to thank me.

Jakka Blades

Introduced through label mate and long-time friend, Si Tew, I was pleasantly surprised by what rap talent Derby had to offer. Jakka Blades came to a session with his twin brother and they both tore the mic up.

Manny Marko

Jakka’s twin, Manny brought a different energy to the studio and I’m glad to have met these very similar, yet different twin emcees.

DJ Hudson

The Derby energy and the force are strong in this one. Alex is a very familiar Derby face who DJs incredible sets around the city and beyond. When he agreed to perform the cuts on two of my album tunes, I was properly made up.

Jabba Tha Kut

Since we’re talking of ‘the force’ and we’ve spoken of Jakka and Manny, they connected me with Jabba Tha Kut. Jabba delivered two stunning turntable performances on the album.

Other Players

A shout out to Stuart from Subism for turning my album artwork concept into a polished end-product.

And last but not least, quite a few people were involved in the writing of this album who don’t feature directly on it. Those people were the ones who took me on journeys of life, love and all of them, learning. Thank you for the bad times and the good times. All of them made me ‘Better’.

And there we have it! These are the outstanding individuals who form the synergy of Clyde Beats ‘Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman’, available through Atjazz Record Company via all leading music sites here: https://orcd.co/arc247ad.

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Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman – The Eccentric…

Hyper Reality 2: An English GentlemanThis short story illustrates the journey Clye Beats took in order to arrive at the release of his second album: Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman.

It all started on a foggy Tuesday morning in Shenyang. Clyde Beats, the avant-garde musician known for his eccentric style and penchant for coffee, decided it was time to create his next album, “Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman.” As he stared into his cup of espresso, he knew it had to be an extraordinary blend of traditional English charm and his unique, futuristic sound. And so, with a coffee mug in one hand and a synthesizer in the other, the journey began.

Step one: Find inspiration. Originally hailing from Derby, Clyde Beats wandered through the bustling streets of Shenyang, donning a monocle and a top hat, because, of course, one must look the part when creating an album about English gentlemen. He found himself at a local museum, staring at a display of ancient Chinese artefacts. “This is it!” he exclaimed, startling an elderly lady examining a Ming vase. “The perfect blend of history and modernity!”

Returning to his studio, which was a quirky blend of Victorian elegance and sci-fi chic, Clyde set to work. His first track, “See Your True Self,” began with the sound of a coffee maker gurgling, followed by his signature Wonk Beat—an unquantised sound that made you want to waltz and breakdance simultaneously. “Absolutely smashing!” Clyde declared, sipping his now-cold coffee.

To get the authentic sound of an English gentleman’s day, Clyde decided to record in the most British locations he could think of. He sneaked into the British Consulate and recorded the echoes of diplomats debating. “Nothing says British like a good argument,” he mused. He also visited a clock tower in Shenyang that reminded him of Big Ben, capturing the chimes to use as the bassline for his track “ILVURSND.” This track, a heartfelt ode to his girlfriend living in the UK who was from overseas, captured the essence of their unique relationship. She referred to him as an English Gentleman in front of her friends, but he was anything but that with her.

As the album progressed, Clyde Beats experimented with more unusual sounds. He recorded the gentle rustling of pages from a Sherlock Holmes novel and mixed it with the roar of a futuristic hovercar engine. The track “DarkWorld” was born, a soulful blend of mystery and technology.

The pièce de résistance was the track “Gentleman’s Gambit,” featuring a guest appearance by none other than Sir Reginald Featherbottom, a local actor who specialized in playing pompous British aristocrats. Sir Reginald’s dramatic readings of etiquette rules, set to a funky beat, added a touch of class and humor.

After months of coffee, top hats, and near-arrests, “Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman” was complete. Clyde Beats knew he had created something truly unique, an album that was both a love letter to England and a futuristic masterpiece. As he poured himself a celebratory cup of coffee, he couldn’t help but chuckle. Creating an album was hard work, but being an English gentleman with a flair for the futuristic? Absolutely smashing!

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Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman News

The Sound and Gossip Behind Hyper Reality 2: An…

Hyper Reality 2: An English GentlemanWith Clyde Beats Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman about to drop, here’s a short playlist of tunes that helped to influence the sound behind the album. Plus, some of the superb feedback this album is already generating.

Here’s what heads are saying about Hyper Reality 2: An English Gentleman:

Welcome back with a méchant album! Merci Clyde & Atjazz fam!
Fred Everything

Very cool Nu Soul album
Laurent Garnier

Excellent release! So many vibrations and good feeling…deepness!
Samantha Bagg

Diggin the swingin’ crunkin’ beats !!
Groove Assassin

Running and rolling
Alex Barck

Download links are here: https://orcd.co/arc247ADpre 

And where better to start than with a playlist of the sounds that shaped the whole journey: Apple Music – 网页播放器|

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Clyde Beats - Hello World feat. OVEOUS News

How Clyde Beats Wrote Hello World featuring OVEOUS

Clyde Beats - Hello World feat. OVEOUSIn the quaint streets of Derby, UK, despite his British roots, Clyde Beats packed his bags and traded the rolling Derbyshire hills for the bustling streets of Shenyang, China, where he set up his ‘Laboratory of Beats‘. Some believe the Communist Party of China might have partially funded this.

One fateful night, amidst the neon glow of Shenyang city (Zhong Jie, so be precise), Clyde Beats found himself struck with a wild idea: to create the toughest, scariest hip-hop tune the world had ever heard, yet that it be as beautiful as it was nasty. And so, with a twinkle in his eye and a skip in his step, Clyde Beats got to work.

His secret weapon? The infamous jerk beat or wonk beat (call it what you will) – a rhythm so erratic, it could make even the most seasoned dancers break a sweat and in some cases, fit. With each thumping bassline and thunderous drumbeat, Clyde Beats unleashed a sonic storm unlike anything the world had ever experienced.

But what’s a terrifying tune without a touch of tranquillity? Enter OVEOUS, the enlightened rap guru whose flow was as peaceful as a Zen garden. With his silky smooth rhymes, OVEOUS added a layer of serenity to Clyde’s cacophony of chaos, creating a juxtaposition that left listeners scratching their heads in awe.

And now, dear reader, the moment you’ve all been waiting for. “Hello World featuring OVEOUS“: the spine-chilling collaboration between Clyde Beats and OVEOUS, is available for streaming and download on all major platforms courtesy of Atjazz Record Company. Get ‘Hello World featuring OVEOUS‘ HERE!

So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the madness and embrace the fear. But feel the love at the same time. Just don’t blame us if you find yourself sleeping with the lights on tonight!

Get ‘Hello World featuring OVEOUS‘ HERE

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Clyde Beats Remixed, Sang On and or Wrote These?…

Introducing the one, the only, the musical maestro extraordinaire – Clyde Beats! If you haven’t heard of him yet, well, buckle up, because you’re in for a ride through the wild world of beats, tunes, and downright wonkiness.
Picture this: a man with an Akai S3000 in one hand and a coffee mug in the other, feverishly tapping away at his computer, concocting beats that could make even a stone statue break out into hives. Yes, that’s Clyde Beats for you – part musical genius, part caffeine-fueled wizard.

But little do some people know some of the tunes they know and love were either co-written, sung on or remixed by Clyde Beats. There are a few notable examples in the playlist featured below.

Let’s start with his writing prowess. Legend has it that Clyde Beats doesn’t write music; he summons it from the depths of his soul/hell (select as appropriate), where melodies frolic with harmonies and lyrics dance with rhythm. His pen is (note the space between s and p, please) mightier than any sword, crafting stories that tug at heartstrings and get necks snapping simultaneously.

But wait, there’s more! Clyde Beats doesn’t just write music; he sings it too. Picture a voice that’s smoother than butter melting on a hot pan, with a range that could make Mariah Carey jealous (Note to author: Tone this down, perhaps). Whether he’s belting out ballads or serenading with soulful tunes, Clyde Beats vocals are like a warm hug for your ears.

Now, onto production. They say behind every great artist is an even greater producer, and Clyde Beats is no exception. Except he’s his own producer. In fact he does a lot of things himself in the privacy of his apartment. But anyway… Armed with nothing but a laptop and a dream, he transforms raw sounds into sonic masterpieces. From hip-hop to house, groove to… other stuff, there’s no genre Clyde Beats can’t conquer with his production prowess.

And let’s not forget about remixing. Clyde Beats takes already amazing tracks and sprinkles them with his own special blend of hot sauce/musical madness, turning good songs into absolute gems. It’s like he has a secret recipe for turning musical gold into platinum. It’s Lauganma. But don’t tell anyone.

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Clyde Beats ‘Rising Up featuring Amalia’ is out now…

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After a 21-year hiatus, Clyde Beats is back with his new album. But first, dive into the future with the premier single, ‘Rising Up feat. Amalia’, from ‘Hyper Reality 2 (An English Gentleman)’. This track encapsulates a journey towards positive vibes, with Amalia’s captivating vocals blending seamlessly with Clyde Beats’ retro hip-hop feel. 

Featuring a mix of boom-bap production, TB303 riffs, and nostalgic 80s basslines, ‘Rising Up featuring Amalia’ is a feel-good anthem elevated by live horns from Clyde Beats’ long-time collaborator Octavio N. Santos.

Don’t miss out on this stellar release that’s sure to be on repeat!

There’s an extra special Spotify Mix dedicated just to this release here!

All streaming and download sites can be found HERE!

Here’s what some decent music folk are saying about this release:

”Great to hear Clyde back! can’t wait to hear the album”
Crazy P

“Heaviness of the highest order which Amalia’s exemplary vocals fit like a glove”
Daz-I-Kue

“Welcome back dear méchant Clyde! Love to my ARCo family xxx”
Fred Everything

“Houuuu that’s gooooOOOD”
Laurent Garnier

“Wow, wow and more wow! You really aren’t taking any prisoners with this jam. What a strong start to what is going to be one of the most anticipated follow-up records from the ARCo. HQ. Man like Clyde Beats, you’re a bad man!  Nuff & Big Love x”
Peacey

“Nice and slinky! Lovely to hear Amalia being sassy as ever.””
Opolopo

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Peacey - Play It By Ear News

Peacey – Play It By Ear

Music is like buses to me in 2024. In a very positive way, not like being expensive, late and full of unpleasant people. No, quite the opposite: as in when you wait and wait for something, then three things come along at once.

I enjoyed working with Peacey on two tracks that feature on his debut album, Play It By Ear, which is out now through Atjazz Record Company. The album is astoundingly good and is clearly produced by a seasoned music maestro. There are some superb featured artists (along with me, of course), insane programming and production, and the result is a long player that will weather extremely well.

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