Shake it Down

VINYL FORMAT. Thanks to his thumping drum loops, epic breakdowns and keen ear for hooks, Laidback Luke has become THE club remixer of the moment, pushing a unique strain of hybrid house music on unsuspecting crowds around the world. A-Trak hardly needs any introduction, having spent over a decade growing from teenage turntablist to savvy rap maven to a well-respected electronic producer in his own right. With these two talents involved, it should come as no surprise that "Shake It Down," their first-ever collaboration, is an undeniable SMASH, melding Luke's tech-y big room sonics with a swagger that's undeniably Fool's Gold. The song's massive kicks, ping-ponging synth lines and irresistible vocal drops have already been rocking clubs around the world as a pre-release secret weapon, popping up in sets by everyone from Sinden and Diplo to Erol Alkan and Tiga. Even mainstream techno tastemaker Pete Tong got on early, naming "Shake It Down" his essential pick of the week in early November and rinsing it constantly on BBC Radio. The limited-edition vinyl release comes backed by a jacking, track-y remix from legendary Chicago "house gangster" DJ Sneak. Upon hearing it, Luke exclaimed "this reminds me of why I got into house music!" and you're sure to agree. The bold comic book inspired sleeve by Fool's Gold art director Dust La Rock rounds out the package. Pick it up now and SHAKE IT DOWN!