Young Disciples - Apparently Nothin'

Apparently Nothin’ is one of the defining records of the early-90s UK acid jazz and neo-soul crossover movement. Young Disciples blend live instrumentation with Hip-Hop-informed groove sensibility and socially conscious lyricism.

The track is built on:

deep, rolling live bass,
crisp yet organic drum feel,
warm Rhodes keyboards,
and powerful, soulful vocals by Carleen Anderson.

What sets it apart is its balance between message and groove — it carries political and emotional weight without sacrificing danceability.

It sits in a lineage connecting:

1970s soul and jazz-funk,
UK sound system culture,
and emerging neo-soul aesthetics.

The record became a cornerstone for DJs who valued both live musicianship and Hip-Hop-influenced production aesthetics.