Dj Rumble

Funk / Drum n' Bass / Hip Hop

London, United Kingdom

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About

Biography

Chris Bailey/Dj Rumble aka Cris Rumble, HeadPhunk, Zentinalz began his first musical interaction playing live drums in his uncles attic aged 10 which could probably explains why he has a strong passion for drums & percussion. Once inheriting a Roland 726 & 909 drum machine and Korg Poly 800 keyboard, the fun began, over-standing the functions whilst creating different sequences.

Although he initially took a large interest in Dub, Rares, Funk, Soul, Electro, Hip Hop, Many can honestly say that he was always on a search for a new type of sound or different type of frequency. To his Family, Friends & himself music has always been both reflective & rejoicing, almost seen as re-interpretations of many trials & tribulations throughout the ages.

Realising the treasures placed right under his nose, Rumble expressing his new found enjoyment for music, began busting some of the old late 1960s to 70s dance moves (funky chicken) entertaining the family, moving on to popin 'n' lockin & busting flying turtles on cardboard boxes with the crew. The sound wave itch continued even further throughout his adolescent years listening to tracks on various UK radio stations such as Strong Island, Friends and Center-force. Being exposed to rare & classic collections from his families' grand archives heightened Rumble's fever for more breaks, beats & bass with craggy-ness of course! This kept the symptoms under manners for a short time until he broke out in a full musical fever, combining & mixing different types of music at friends garage in NW London playing old-school breaks, Funk, Jazz, Electro, Hip hop, US House 'n' Techno.

By the mid/late 80s, more opportunities came knocking, via the many (Darn heavy!!) TDK MA60 mix-tapes handed out, and also by word of mouth- sound of ear. Soon enough, things progressed from Jammin' in the bedroom (garage), to the good ole Blues party then on to local bars and clubs. At that moment aged 17 Dj Rumble was united with (to him) the countries most innovative and influential label RAW CANVAS/REINFORCED RECORDS (Dollis Hill), earning a co-pilot position Flinging down great tracks, alongside dedicators Marc Mac, Dego, Rebel, Gus and MC MG feeding the true vibe to the peoples. Through much hard work, support and training, Rumble's assistance continued, bringing the UK music labeled by mongers (Jungle), to new heights for the people of London & Worldwide.

By mid-90s Rumble was offered a position as a presenter on the community radio station called SKY Fm, who were responsible for a many a roadblocks at the London Notting Hill Carnival. Cris then offered his djing knowledge & experience with youths as part of a scheme funded by the government . In Nov 2004 Rumble again offered his services this time to Community Radio Life Fm which was a great success, which has now gained a full Transmission license, Hosting the 1 & only Twisted Funk Radio Show. As chronological time past & technological styles have advanced, Rumble has exposed himself to other technical endeavors such as Music Production (Twisted Funk Records, DBR Laboratories), Acting (Urba-tek Film) and Internet radio (nuwaveradio.co.uk lifefem.org.uk) For more info check myspace.com/crisrumble / crumz.podomatic.com / theofficialtwistedfunkshow.podomatic.com).