V Recordings and Tim Reaper’s Future Retro London have joined forces to unleash One Stop Mr Driver, a track that channels the raw energy of ’90s jungle. This release features both the original mix by the legendary Krust and a fresh remix by Tim Reaper, bridging the genre’s roots with its modern resurgence.

Kirk Thompson, professionally known as Krust, is a seminal figure in drum and bass. Emerging from Bristol’s vibrant music scene, Krust co-founded the influential Full Cycle Records alongside Roni Size, DJ Die, and Suv. His innovative approach has produced classics like Warhead and Soul in Motion, tracks that have left an indelible mark on the genre.

London-based DJ and producer Tim Reaper has been pivotal in the revival of jungle music. Through his label, Future Retro London, Tim has showcased a plethora of talent from the modern jungle scene, earning accolades such as DJ Mag’s Best of British Breakthrough Label award in 2021.

The journey to this release began in an unexpected place -on a flight back from Outlook Festival 2023. Tim Reaper says: "I was playing at Outlook Festival in Tisno, Croatia, at one of the after-parties at Barbarella’s with Dwarde, Sully, Coco Bryce & Blackeye. At the hotel beforehand, Bryan Gee saw us and ended up joining us on the way to Barbarella’s to see our set, which, to my surprise, he really seemed to enjoy!"

The next day, as Tim was heading back to London, another chance encounter with Bryan Gee led to a deeper conversation. Tim Reaper says: "We end up getting to the airport, to find out that we’re on the same flight together and then also find out that we’re sat next to each other on the plane. During that journey, whilst me & him are chatting about music and stuff, I ask him about an unreleased tune from the 90s by Krust called 3 Colours Black and if there’s any plans for releasing it."

Though that particular track wasn’t available, discussions turned to One Stop Mr Driver, a long-lost dubplate from the ’90s that never saw an official release. Tim Reaper says: "Thankfully, it was available & both Bryan & Krust were up for putting this track on the release with a remix from me, and after a long amount of planning, VFR001 is here!"

Recognizing its timeless appeal, Tim Reaper has crafted a remix that preserves the original’s amen break-driven intensity while infusing it with razor-sharp modern production. The fusion of Krust’s pioneering sound with Tim Reaper’s fresh approach represents the perfect synergy of jungle’s past and future.

One Stop Mr Driver will be available digitally and as a limited edition 12" vinyl release.