Thunderball

Cinescope

   Washington, DC-based trio, Thunderball, are globally renowned purveyors of sophisticated, stereophonic-thrillers, and cinematic dub. Since 1997 their productions have shifted effortlessly between the genres of drum & bass, breakbeat and downtempo, building a strong following for their signature sound. Drawing from their love of ‘60s and ‘70s soundtracks, Brazilian beats and Afro-funk rhythms, Thunderball creates multi-faceted soundscapes designed for modern spy chases and late-night encounters. With their latest full-length album, Cinescope, Thunderball return from their Fort Knox Five duties in full form. URB Magazine declares, "Thunderball are back, dripping in Eastern sitar melodies and tempting drum lines." Cinescope features 12 vivid soundscapes that fuse Latin funk, Afro rhythms, Indian Dub and Mediterranean Soul. With this release, Thunderball broaden their scope pushing the boundaries of their music both sonically and vocally. On Cinescope they teamed up with long time collaborator Mustafa Akbar on the jazz funk thriller, "Return of the Panther" and on the soulfully introspective, "Elevated States." Mustafa teams up with Miss Johnna M to rock the party on the ‘60s rave-up track, "Get Up with the Get Down." Thunderball also enlisted the talents of Thievery Corporation’s MC’s Roots and Zeebo of See-I to create the dub ragga, "Strictly Rudeboy." And the godfather of hip hop, Afrika Bambaataa, for the electro-pop anthem, "Electric Shaka." Thunderball has become a well known commodity for music supervisors worldwide, having their music featured in hit TV shows such as Alias, Viva La Bam, and Malcolm in the Middle; and TV commercials and ad campaigns, including spots for Mercury and Toyota. They have also had songs featured on video games like, Kelly Slater’s Pro Surfing, and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2006. Following in their hipster vibe their music has been used in countless compilations including the prestigious Hotel Costes.