Since having moved to Cape Town in 2007, Jumping Back Slash has released a slew of music including 13 self released EPs along with releases on the likes of Pollinate, Loose Squares, Enchufada and Cotch International. With a sound that fuses South African influences such as gqom with a grimey and dark sonic palette he has worked with the artist such as Spoek Mathambo, Okmalumkoolkat, Fantasma, Batuk, Omo Frenchie and Loui Lvndn as a producer/ co-producer and mixing engineer – Red Bull Academy 

Inner City Outer Space Present: Sound of Suid Tronica Jumping Back Slash – UK born but South African based since 2007, JBS captivates his audience with his high-energy, hypnotic and penetrating sounds which veers towards Gqom and a darker, grimier and more stripped down sonic palette. Having grown up in the 90s London rave scene, JBS got in touch with South African kwaito and house music when he arrived in Cape Town and has since released music with labels: Pollinate, Loose Squares, Enchufada and Cotch International as well 13 self-released EPs. Having collaborated on productions with local artists such a Hlasko, Nonku Phiri, Shane Cooper, Umlilo, Jackie Queens, Spoek Mathambo and Eve Rakow to name a few. With a heavyweight catalogue of music that has garnered support from international acts Auntie Flo, Esa and Mervin Granger, Scratcha DVA, Mosca, DJ Simbad, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Alexander Nut, LV, Chrissy Murderbot, Jackmaster, Teki Latex, Falty DL and Benji B to name a few. A philosopher of great brilliance, Gareth reminded us of his prowess as he laid down this bold and beautiful set. – Youtube