Thunderball - Bulletproof: B-Sides and Rarities (2017)

Thunderball’s latest compilation features a collection of rare B-sides, unreleased tracks, and hidden gems by Steve Raskin, Sid Barcelona, and Rob Myers. Many of these tracks were previously only available on vinyl or compilations and are now released digitally for the first time. The compilation showcases a diverse range of styles including hip-hop, jazz, drum’n’bass, downtempo, trip-hop, and breakbeat.

Highlights include the unreleased track “If Knowledge Is Power” featuring Akil Dasan, known for his work with US3, and “Bubbles and Bossa” featuring Miss Johnna M. Classic rarities such as “The Cobra Connection” with Hutchy and “The Getaway,” a 70s-inspired spy chase tune, also feature prominently. Fans will also find remixes like “Stereo Tonic (Thunderball Stereo Beats Mix)” and collaborations such as “Welcome Back Cooper” with psychedelic labelmates Liftoff.

Other notable entries include “Heart of the Hustler (Thunderball Poor Hand Dub),” “Selector” with Hutchy, and “Untouchable” featuring reggae vocals from See-I’s Rootz and Zee. With 16 tracks in total, this compilation brings together Thunderball’s deep cuts, proving their music is as sharp and resilient as ever.

Tracklist:
1-1. Thunderball, Akil Dasan - If Knowledge is Power (04:56)
1-2. Thunderball, Miss Johnna M - Bubbles and Bossa (04:31)
1-3. Thunderball, Hutchy - The Cobra Connection (06:12)
1-4. Thunderball - Stereo Tonic (Stereo Beats Mix) (04:31)
1-5. Thunderball - Welcome Back Cooper (05:07)
1-6. Thunderball, Mustafa Akbar - Bring Back the Track (07:06)
1-7. Thunderball, Mustafa Akbar - Heart of the Hustler (Thunderball Poor Hand Dub) (04:09)
1-8. Thunderball, Miss Johnna M - Daydream (Thunderball vs. Slant Mix) (06:33)
1-9. Thunderball - Calavera Sol (06:11)
1-10. Thunderball - The Getaway (04:21)
1-11. Thunderball - Ultra Thin (05:37)
1-12. Thunderball - Welcome Back Cooper (Liftoff's Mini Mix) (03:09)
1-13. Thunderball - Let Everything Be (Thunderball vs. Margo Mix) (03:43)
1-14. Thunderball - Don't Stop (05:56)
1-15. Thunderball, Hutchy - Selector (Drive By Mix) (04:57)
1-16. Thunderball, See-I - Untouchable (05:23)