{"title":"Children of the Bong","description":"\u003cp\u003eCHILDREN OF THE BONG: The Pioneers of Intergalactic Dub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHailing from the nebulous realm of Bristol, Children of the Bong are the unsung heroes of the UK dub scene. With a name that sounds like a rejected title for a Willy Wonka sequel, this enigmatic duo has been pushing sonic boundaries since the early 90s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormed by Glyn Bush and Neil Cowley, Children of the Bong combine swirling dub rhythms with cosmic synth melodies to create a truly otherworldly sound. Imagine Lee \"Scratch\" Perry jamming with the Chemical Brothers on Jupiter, and you're halfway there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir debut album, \"Sirius Sounds,\" released in 1996, was a mind-bending journey through the outer reaches of dub music. Tracks like \"Underwater Dub\" and \"Joyride to Atlantis\" sound like they were beamed directly from a distant galaxy. It's music that makes you want to don a spacesuit and explore the cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their cult following, Children of the Bong have remained relatively under the radar. But for those in the know, their music is like a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. So grab your bong (or not, we're not judging) and prepare to blast off into the sonic stratosphere with Children of the Bong. Trust us, it's a trip you won't soon forget.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sirius-sounds-5013929500433","title":"Sirius Sounds","description":"\u003cp\u003eCHILDREN OF THE BONG's latest offering, \"Sirius Sounds - The Planet Dog,\" is a cosmic journey through the depths of the electronic music universe. From the moment you hit play, you are transported to a parallel dimension where beats are king and synths reign supreme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album kicks off with the hypnotic \"Space Cantina,\" a track that evokes images of aliens grooving on a dance floor under a neon-lit sky. As the album progresses, it delves deeper into the realms of ambient techno and psychedelic dub, with tracks like \"Orion\" and \"Nebula Dream\" providing a transcendental experience for the listener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout moments on the album is the mesmerizing \"Galactic Garden,\" a lush, atmospheric track that feels like floating through a starlit forest. The intricate production and intricate melodies make it a standout track that will leave you in a state of awe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, \"Sirius Sounds - The Planet Dog\" is a mesmerising journey through space and time that showcases CHILDREN OF THE BONG's mastery of sound and atmosphere. 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It's like taking a sonic stroll through a neon-lit forest, where every tree is made of pixelated dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album kicks off with the hypnotic track \"Lunar Adventure,\" a pulsating groove that sets the tone for what's to come. As you delve deeper into the album, you'll encounter tracks like \"Cosmic Playground\" and \"Interstellar Funk,\" each one a sonic gem in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChildren of the Bong's ability to blend different genres and sounds is truly impressive. They effortlessly weave together elements of techno, dub, and psychedelic rock to create a sound that is uniquely their own. It's like they've taken a blender and thrown in a bunch of musical influences, hit the puree button, and out comes this deliciously eclectic mix of sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, \"Not Sirius\" is a must-listen for anyone who loves music that pushes boundaries and defies conventions. 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