Neighbourhood
Dave Jones, AKA Zed Bias, Maddslinky, Phuturistix.... a producer and DJ fro… Read Full Bio ↴Dave Jones, AKA Zed Bias, Maddslinky, Phuturistix.... a producer and DJ from deep within the UK dance music scene. He scored his first top 30 track with 'Neighbourhood' before setting the blueprint for the darker UK Garage sound at the end of the 90s. He was asked to mix the definitive "Sound of the Pirates" compilation and at this time began to infuse a jazzier influence into his tracks. Alongside remixes for Whitney Houston, Destiny's Child, The Streets, Kosheen and Gabrielle, Zed was instrumental in the formation of an alternative urban scene that was more about the music than fashion brands. In 2001 he was nominated for 'Best Garage Act' at the MOBO Awards. After achieving relative commercial success in the UKG scene, Dave was signed to EMI music publishing in 2001, and worked with people such as Miss Dynamite, Amy Winehouse, Ray Gaskins and Mpho Skeef. It was also in 2001 that Dave decided to start the Maddslinky project, creating a new direction for garage, somewhere between the West London sound and garage's b-line dynamics. The Maddslinky project included help from Kaidi Tatham from Bugz in the Attic, Will White from Propellorheads, DJ Rocca and MC Juiceman to name a few and was signed to west London beats label Sirkus in 2001. Having remixed 'Hook And A Line' for 2Banks Of Four, the 'Make Your Peace' LP hit the streets mid 2002 and received acclaim from DJ's worldwide, including Gilles Peterson, Benji B, Domu and Afronaught. In 2002, 'Maddslinky' started as resident DJ down at the legendary Jazz rooms in Brighton, on a night called Askew. This eventually spawned a record label of the same name in 2004, and the two releases so far are Maddslinky productions ('Spilt Milk' and 'Something Extra' featuring Jenna G). Since moving to Manchester in 2004, Dave Jones has been working relentlessly on producing LP's for new artists on Phuture Lounge, as well as working hard on his long term project with Injekta, Phuturistix. 2006 saw the emergence of material from the Phuture Lounge with releases from both Maddslinky and Phuturistix… Currently Zed Bias has reemerged having spent nearly 2 years conducting Biasonic experiments in his audio laboratory in Manchester… the result is an album project for Liverpool’s emerging Sick Trumpet imprint, β€œExperiments with Biasonics”. The new material takes on many different forms, combining elements from Zed’s long standing career, fusing hip hop, house, grimey beats and future electronica… plaudits have come from every angle, from Dixon to Laurent Garnier, Mr Scruff to Mary Anne Hobbs, Gilles Peterson to Benji B, Unabombers to Afronaught… As Justin Unabomber said β€œTruly 30th century music. Awesome!” Zed has also started his Podcast adventures… Check out the Zedcasts currently available in Cyberspace…

Neighbourhood
Zed Bias Lyrics


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When my DJ keeps it real

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood
I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come up to the dance
Have fi listen to the man

(Selecta!)
Tell me how you're feeling
(I-I-I-I-I-I-I)
Tell me how you're feeling
(I-I-I-I-I-I, I feel good)

Everybody in my neighbourhood
Where my DJ keeps it real
If you drop it right, gonna make us move all night
So come on, tell me how you feel

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
(Selecta!)

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
(Selecta!)

Everybody in my neighbourhood
Where my DJ keeps it real
If you drop it right, gonna make us move all night
So come on, tell me how you feel

Everybody in my neighbourhood
Where my DJ keeps it real
If you drop it right, gonna make us move all night
So come on, tell me how you feel

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
(Selecta!)

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
(Selecta!)

In my neighbourhood
(I-I-I-I-I-I-I)
In my neighbourhood
(I-I-I-I-I-I, I feel good)
In my neighbourhood
(I-I-I-I-I-I-I)
In my neighbourhood
(I-I-I-I-I-I, I feel good)

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Have fi listen to the man
In my neighbourhood

I feel good, good, good
I feel good, yes wonderful, good
Any time I come and 'ave a dance




Have fi listen to the man
(Selecta!)

Overall Meaning

"Neighbourhood" by Zed Bias is an upbeat song that celebrates the power of music and community connection. The song speaks to the joy and positivity that comes from being a part of a neighbourhood where the DJ keeps it real and spins the right tracks that make people move and feel good. The lyrics are simple, repetitive and catchy, and the track features a steady beat and a fun, danceable rhythm.


The theme of the song is about the importance of music and community in our lives. The DJ is the catalyst for bringing people together, allowing them to let loose, and enjoy the moment. The song acknowledges the power of music to lift spirits and connect people, regardless of background or culture. By highlighting the universal language of music, the song speaks to the communal experience of enjoying the same sounds and moving together as one.


Overall, "Neighbourhood" is a fun and celebratory song that encourages listeners to let loose, dance, and feel good. It is a reminder that music has a powerful way of bringing people together and creating a sense of unity and belonging.


Line by Line Meaning

When my DJ keeps it real
I feel the best when my DJ plays the true, authentic music


I feel good, good, good
I feel really good and wonderful


Any time I come and 'ave a dance
Whenever I come to dance


Have fi listen to the man
I must listen to the DJ


In my neighbourhood
In my community


(Selecta!)
(the DJ's name or shoutout)


Tell me how you're feeling
Share your emotions and vibe with me


(I-I-I-I-I-I-I)
(vocalization of excitement)


Everybody in my neighbourhood
Everyone in my local area


Where my DJ keeps it real
Where the DJ plays authentic music


If you drop it right, gonna make us move all night
If the DJ plays it right, we'll dance all night


So come on, tell me how you feel
So let me know how you're feeling


In my neighbourhood
In my community


I feel good, yes wonderful, good
I feel incredibly happy and joyous




Writer(s): DAVID COLIN JONES, GLENN ANDREW WOODS, DELROY STERLING

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Comments from YouTube:

@BenjaminRodandwhoopi

I almost forgot this tune existed until I heard it on an ad and did a search.

@charliemiles6722

That’s exactly what I did πŸ˜‚πŸ‘πŸΌ

@user-xh1gi9zw1o

Me too haha

@nefariousrig2070

Saaaaaame. Im not even a garage head but a lover of good music. It's getting blasted tomorrow ✌🏼

@locz4710

Yh exactly

@BLOOD33

You mean the chipotle adverts ?

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@Mikee22ification

I lived in Brixton in 1996, upstairs right off Eclectic Ave and it had this vibe, neighbour-hood, music, clubs, bass

@craigjackson3744

Still such a banging tune in 2023. πŸ‘Š

@JohnS-nn8si

This 70 year old still loves this in 2024 especially when Nicky joins in, top girl.

@SPEXWISE

Upon listening to this tune I find myself feeling rather good for some reason......... Selectah!

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