Two generations of UK dance music excellence have collided as Gorgon City deliver a fresh rework of Basement Jaxx‘s iconic anthem ‘Jump N’ Shout.’
Released via Toolroom Records, the remix breathes new life into one of the most beloved tracks from Basement Jaxx’s legendary debut album, Remedy. Originally released in 1999, the ragga-house classic became a Top 20 hit and helped establish Basement Jaxx as one of the defining acts of the UK dance music boom.
More than 25 years later, Gorgon City have given the track a modern club-ready makeover while preserving the infectious energy that made the original such a standout record.
A Perfect Blend Of Old School And New School
Rather than completely reinventing the track, Gorgon City have chosen to amplify its strongest elements.
The remix introduces a powerful speed garage-inspired bassline that injects fresh momentum into the record. Rolling low-end frequencies, punchy drums, and a heavier club-focused groove transform ‘Jump N’ Shout’ into a weapon designed for today’s dancefloors.
At the same time, the duo wisely keeps the unmistakable ragga vocals from Birmingham MC Slarta John front and center. His charismatic performance remains one of the track’s defining features and serves as a reminder of the vibrant crossover between UK garage, house, and soundsystem culture that shaped the original release.
Honoring A Dance Music Classic
The remix also arrives as a tribute to Slarta John, who sadly passed away in 2024. By introducing his vocals to a new generation of listeners, Gorgon City ensure that one of the most memorable voices from the original track continues to resonate across modern dancefloors.
For longtime fans, the remix offers a nostalgic return to the golden era of UK house music. For younger ravers, it serves as an introduction to the colorful, genre-defying creativity that made Basement Jaxx such a groundbreaking act at the turn of the millennium.
Fresh Off EDC Las Vegas
The release comes during a busy period for Gorgon City, who recently delivered a high-profile performance on the main stage at EDC Las Vegas. The duo continue to balance festival-sized productions with club-focused releases, and ‘Jump N’ Shout” demonstrates their ability to bridge both worlds effortlessly.
While Gorgon City’s catalog is often associated with soulful vocals and deep house grooves, this remix showcases a more playful side of the duo. The result is a high-energy rework packed with personality, bass pressure, and enough swing to keep dancefloors moving all summer long.
More than two decades after its original release, ‘Jump N’ Shout’ still lives up to its name. Thanks to Gorgon City, it may be jumping higher than ever.
