North American Junglist Unite EP: A Jungle Vibe That Sticks
Alright, let’s talk about North American Junglist Unite EP by Bananas Kru feat DJ Krinjah. This little gem from the US jungle scene hits hard where it counts—right in your eardrums. Released under Bananas Kru's own label, this EP is pure vibes for anyone who digs that breakneck rhythm and bass-heavy madness we all know as jungle.
First off, “Never Skeered (Bananas NYC Dub)” slaps harder than a New York winter wind. It’s got this raw energy like someone just flipped on an old-school sound system in the middle of Times Square at 3 AM. The drums are relentless, but not overwhelming—you can still feel every kick drum thumping through you like a heartbeat. What makes this track unforgettable? Probably how it balances chaos with groove. You’re headbanging one second and then suddenly swaying like you're at some underground rave in Brooklyn. It feels alive, like it was recorded live with sweat dripping off the mixer knobs.
Then there’s “Ms. Goodie Bounce.” Oh man, if this doesn’t get your feet moving, check your pulse because you might be dead. This cut leans into that classic jungle bounce—those skipping hi-hats, those sub-bass wobbles that make your chest rattle. But what sticks out is its cheeky vibe. It’s playful without being corny, kinda like when someone sneaks up behind you and gives you a nudge while smirking. Every time I hear it, I imagine cartoon characters bouncing around to the beat, which sounds weird, but trust me, it works.
The whole thing has this gritty DIY charm that reminds you why jungle music exists in the first place—to shake loose whatever stress or nonsense life throws at ya. It ain’t perfect, and honestly, that’s part of its magic. These tracks don’t try too hard—they just are. And sometimes, that’s exactly what you need.
So here’s the kicker: listening to this EP made me realize something kinda random. Jungle music feels like the caffeine buzz of electronic genres—it wakes you up, shakes you outta complacency, and demands you pay attention. Maybe that’s why Bananas Kru named themselves after fruit; they’re basically handing you a banana smoothie full of energy and saying, “Drink up, junglist.” Cheers to that.
