Top Cat, whose real name is Anthony Haynes, is a highly influential figure in the UK's urban music scene, intertwining the worlds of reggae, drum and bass, and jungle. A native of Manchester with Jamaican roots, Top Cat began his career in the 1980s and quickly rose to prominence thanks to his distinctive vocal style that melds reggae toasting with the faster, more rhythmically complex beats of the burgeoning UK electronic music scene.

Renowned for his energetic live performances and an uncanny ability to engage with the crowd, Top Cat’s music incorporates reggae's vibrancy, the rapid-fire pace of jungle, and the sheer force of drum and bass. Though he draws heavily from his cultural heritage and has an inimitable old-school flavor, his work remains fresh and vital within the ever-evolving landscape of British music. Some of his most recent releases, such as the "Return of the Champion Deejay" and "Champion Deejay EP," pay homage to his deep roots in the sound system culture, while offerings like "Bunn the Sensi EP" and "Gallist EP" continue to capture his relevance in the contemporary scene. Top Cat's contributions to the music world, as evidenced by these releases, have solidified his status as a pioneering and enduring figure in the genre-crossing community of UK music.

Genres

Jungle

Ragga Jungle

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Latest Release

Return of the Champion Deejay

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Serial Killaz

Album - 16 Tracks - Released August 12, 2022