Bomb the Bass, Megablast / Don’t Make Me Wait (DOOD 122, 1988)

Released in 1988 on Rhythm King Records in association with Mute, catalogue number DOOD 122, this 12‑inch single captures Bomb the Bass at the height of their late‑80s creative momentum. Tim Simenon’s project was central to the emerging fusion of hip‑hop, electronic production, sampling culture, and UK dance‑floor energy, and Megablast remains one of the defining tracks of that era. Its dense sample collage, breakbeat foundation, and unmistakable arcade‑influenced aesthetic helped establish Bomb the Bass as a key figure in the crossover between underground club culture and mainstream chart visibility.

This release also includes “Don’t Make Me Wait” (featuring Lorraine), a companion track that showcases the group’s ability to blend vocal hooks with rhythmic complexity. Together, the two sides represent a snapshot of Rhythm King’s influential output during the late 1980s, when the label was pushing boundaries in electronic, hip‑hop, and dance music. The artwork reflects the period’s graphic sensibility: bold colour blocks, pixel‑style illustration, and a visual language closely tied to the emerging digital aesthetic of the time.

The sleeve grades as Very Good Plus (VG+), with light corner wear and minor edge handling consistent with a well‑preserved late‑80s 12‑inch. Colours remain strong, the artwork is clean, and the spine text is intact. The sleeve retains its original hype elements and production credits, including the Rhythm King / Mute imprint and the Harrow Road address.

The vinyl itself is Near Mint (NM), showing deep gloss, pristine labels, and minimal spindle evidence. Playback is clean and stable, reflecting the quality of the original UK pressing. Collectors of late‑80s electronic and hip‑hop crossover releases place strong emphasis on condition, and NM copies of DOOD 122 are increasingly scarce due to heavy club rotation during the period.

As a physical artefact, this 12‑inch sits comfortably within curated contemporary vinyl inventories. It represents a key moment in UK dance culture, carries distinctive period artwork, and offers a high‑grade example of one of Bomb the Bass’s most recognisable releases.

Condition Report

• Vinyl: Near Mint (NM) — Deep gloss; pristine labels; minimal spindle wear.
• Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+) — Light corner wear; clean artwork; strong colours.
• Labels: Clean — Original Rhythm King / Mute labels.
• Pressing: UK 12‑inch, 1988
• Catalogue No: DOOD 122
• Format: Vinyl, 12”, Single