Smoakland and SubDocta unite on “Shakin’ TT’s,” a heavyweight dubstep collaboration that brings together two distinct strains of West Coast bass music for a properly dank trip into OG dubstep territory. Arriving September 25th via Bassrush Records, the single leans hard into the womp, pairing smoke-soaked ragga influence with wonky sound design and a production style built squarely for the dancefloor.
“Shakin’ TT’s” rolls forward on daze-inducing melodic lines as wobbly LFOs, trippy synth leads, and rumbling sawtooths lock into a deliberately unruly groove. Playful vocal touches cut through the haze before filthy, laser-backed accents push the track into heavier territory, giving the collaboration a balance of heady atmosphere and outright low-end force. Rooted in the formative language of dubstep while filtered through the psychedelic, bass-heavy sensibilities both artists have developed across their respective catalogs, “Shakin’ TT’s” lands somewhere between throwback womp and modern sound-system pressure.
Speaking to the seamless process that led to the single’s creation, SubDocta says, “Smoakland and I have been tight for a very long time. We’ve attempted making tracks together a ton in the past, but this one came together so naturally and organically that we knew we had something special. Very excited to get this one out in the wild!”
For Smoakland, the track adds another chapter to a run that has established the Bay Area duo as fixtures of the West Coast bass scene. Their sound draws from old-school dubstep, dirty Dutch influences, NorCal hip-hop, and cannabis culture, with four albums released since 2020 and collaborations alongside Big Gigantic, Dirt Monkey, LEVEL UP, Kumarion, SIPPY, Mersiv, SuperAve., Sully, Ravenscoon, and Shlump. Their current fall tour includes appearances at Lost Lands, Wakaan Festival, Gem & Jam, Puffcon, Dancefestopia, The Caverns, Exchange LA, Cyclops Cove, Mission Ballroom, and The Red Room, following recent summer stops at Bass Canyon, Bonnaroo, Big Dub Music Festival, Meow Wolf, and Cyclops Island.
SubDocta has spent the better part of the last decade refining his own strain of wonky bass music under the ‘West Coast Wobble’ banner. He first broke through in 2017 with “2009 Was Tight,” quickly earning support from major names across dance music before building a prolific catalog of EPs, singles, and a full-length album across the most reputable labels in the game. His relationship with Bassrush dates back to 2019, when he joined Thelem for “Clapback,” laying the groundwork for his return to the label. His live résumé spans sold-out tours with Ganja White Night, Excision, Riot Ten, Dirt Monkey, and Boogie T, alongside festival appearances at Lost Lands, Bass Canyon, Wakaan Fest, Dancefestopia, and Freaky Deaky. He has also headlined three of his own tours since 2022, with support from artists including Zingara, Black Carl, and sfam.
“Shakin’ TT’s” ultimately lands as a natural meeting point between Smoakland’s smoke-heavy West Coast aesthetic and SubDocta’s leftfield approach to bass music. Drawing from the deeper roots of dubstep while embracing the playful, psychedelic edge that defines both artists, the collaboration delivers a low-end workout designed for soundsystems, festival fields, and late-night dancefloors alike.
Smoakland and SubDocta’s new single “Shakin’ TT’s” is available on all platforms via Bassrush Records.
More About Smoakland
Smoakland is a West Coast bass music project started by Anthony Battaglia and Harrison Hays. With over 7 years collectively of producing under their belts, they strive to bring a new and refreshing sound, while keeping the nostalgic “old school” vibes of early dubstep.
More About SubDocta
Preston Charles, aka SubDocta, exploded onto the scene in 2017 with his wildly successful single “2009 Was Tight”, catching support from some of the biggest names in dance music. SubDocta is known for producing his own brand of dubstep and bass music that he has dubbed “West Coast Wobble”, paying tribute to his upbringing on the west coast of the US. Since 2018, SubDocta has been seen on a number of high profile tours, playing countless sold out shows with Ganja White Night, Excision, Riot Ten, Dirt Monkey, and Boogie T, amongst others. He also headlined 3 of his own tours since 2022 with support acts like Zingara, Black Carl, and sfam while having performed at multiple festivals including Lost Lands, Bass Canyon, Wakaan Fest, Dancefestopia, Freaky Deaky and more. Frequently supported by his peers, SubDocta has released many EPs and singles over the years and a full length album with prominent labels Subcarbon Records, Wakaan Records, Bassrush, Deadbeats, Drama Club and more.
More About Bassrush Records
Built around the legacy it has created since its earliest days in the underground back in 2002, Bassrush has established itself as a pillar within the bass music scene. Over the years, the crew has cultivated a movement that has taken on many forms, from its massive festival stages around the world to their more intimate nights on the dancefloor. In 2016, Bassrush Records materialized as a means to take their barrier-breaking mentality into the label world, pushing boundaries in dubstep, trap, drum & bass, and everything in between. With a catalog that banks on both heavyweights and up-and-coming talent alike, Bassrush Records has put its stamp on artists including Subtronics, Caspa, REAPER, Borgore, Infekt, Jon Casey, Hekler, Svdden Death, Moody Good, Zeke Beats, Jantsen, Eliminate, Turno, Kompany, RIOT TEN, ATLiens, Hamdi, AHEE, LAYZ, YDG, Jessica Audiffred, HEYZ, and more.