C Rocks by Saol: A Breakbeat Beast That Still Kicks Ass in 2023
Alright, let’s get one thing straight—this album slaps. Released back in 2012 by UK-based Saol under Red Robot Records, C Rocks is the kind of electronic masterpiece that doesn’t just sit in your playlist; it punches you in the face and demands attention. With its mix of breakbeat, progressive house, and tech house vibes, this record feels like a late-night rave trapped inside your headphones. And honestly? It’s still holding up over a decade later.
Now, I ain’t gonna lie—the remixes are where the real magic happens. Out of all five tracks on here, two stuck with me hard: "C-Rocks (MICR0 Remix)" and "C-Rocks (Oscar TG Throbbing Dub)." Let me tell ya why these bangers won’t leave my brain alone.
First off, the MICR0 Remix hits different. Like, really different. The drop comes outta nowhere, slapping you so hard you’ll forget what year it is. It’s got this raw energy to it—dirty basslines mixed with crunchy beats that sound like they were made for some underground warehouse party. You can practically smell the sweat and spilled drinks while listening to it. This isn’t just music—it’s an experience. Every time I hear it, I feel like I’m breaking rules I didn’t even know existed.
Then there’s the Oscar TG Throbbing Dub. Holy crap, dude. If the MICR0 Remix is aggressive, this one’s downright sinister. It’s slow-burning but relentless, creeping up on you like a bad trip you didn’t ask for but kinda love anyway. The way Oscar stretches out those synths gives it this hypnotic vibe, almost like he’s daring you to turn it off. Spoiler alert: you won’t. By the end, you're left feeling like you’ve been through something...big. Like, existential-crisis-level big.
The other tracks ain’t bad either, but they don’t hit as hard as those two monsters. The Original Mix has its moments, and Pete Kastanis adds his own twist, but none of them grab you by the throat quite like MICR0 or Oscar TG do. Dark Fader’s version tries too hard to be clever, and honestly? It falls flat compared to the rest.
Here’s the kicker though—listening to C Rocks now makes me realize how much dance music has changed since 2012. Back then, albums like this felt dangerous, like they were pushing boundaries no one else dared touch. These days? Everything sounds polished, safe—even boring. Maybe we need more stuff like C Rocks to remind us what real rebellion sounds like.
So yeah, if you’re looking for an album that’ll make your speakers beg for mercy, grab yourself a copy of this beast. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you when your neighbors start banging on the walls at 3 AM.
