Start Being A Human Being: An Electrifying Dive into Drum n Bass Vibes
Alright, let’s talk about Start Being A Human Being by Soul Survivor. Released in 2001 outta Belgium on the To The Nines Social Club label, this album is a wild ride through electronic beats with a heavy dose of drum n bass energy. It’s one of those records that grabs your attention and doesn’t let go—kinda like when someone shouts "Oi!" at you in a crowded room.
Now, I gotta say, not every track slaps equally hard (isn’t that always how it goes?), but there are two tunes here that just stick with ya. First up is “Gimme Somma That.” This track hits different—it's got this relentless groove that feels like your brain’s tap-dancing without asking permission. The beat builds fast, drops harder, and keeps you hooked like a Netflix binge. You’ll find yourself nodding along even if you're stuck in traffic or waiting for your toast to pop. Something about its raw energy makes it unforgettable.
Then there’s “Supa Hypochondriac,” which has this quirky vibe that sneaks up on you. Between the breakbeats and synths that sound like they’re from another dimension, it’s kinda chaotic—but in the best way possible. Like, imagine trying to explain your weird dream to a friend while hyped up on coffee; that’s what this song feels like. It’s playful yet edgy, and honestly? It made me laugh the first time I heard it because it’s so unapologetically bonkers.
The rest of the album, tracks like “Shout Down” and “Groove On The Move,” keep things moving smoothly, though they don’t quite hit the same highs as the ones above. Still, they add flavor to the mix, keeping the overall flow tight. Soul Survivor clearly knows their stuff when it comes to crafting these electrified bangers.
What’s cool about Start Being A Human Being is how it balances chaos and control. Sure, some parts might feel a bit messy, but isn’t life kinda like that too? At the end of the day, this album reminds me why I fell in love with drum n bass in the first place—it’s unpredictable, thrilling, and full of personality. And hey, maybe that’s why it’s called Start Being A Human Being. Because humans aren’t perfect, right? But we sure know how to make some killer music.
Oh, fun fact before I wrap this up: Did you know Soul Survivor started off playing random gigs around Belgium? Feels like proof that sometimes all it takes is guts and good vibes to create something special. Who knew Belgian beats could slap THIS hard?
