Test Icicles - 'Totally Re-F***ked' (Domino) Released 27/02/06

Here shortly after the announcement of their untimely demise, typically Test Icicles bow out refusing to adhere to any expected conventions with this limited edition 7” ‘Totally Re-F***ked’. For anyone who hasn’t heard this double A-Side, let’s get one thing straight, this isn’t a reworking - it’s more of an explosive demolition. ‘Boa vs. Python’ is a grime tinged hip-hop behemoth featuring the vocal talents of Lethal Bizzle, Fumin 2Face and the likes, it’s uncompromising, direct and made even the more brilliant for the obligatory gunshots. Only the trademark Test Icicles yelps remain. The Jitset’s Cat Shit Mix of ‘Catch It!’ may not be as brutal, but the ominous keys and dextrous delivery from Ruff Sqwad and Statik and the ambiguous ending make it a stellar listen. Rory, Sam and Devonte we’re gonna miss you boys.