Basement Jaxx O2 Arena Show

Returning kings of dance Basement Jaxx have confirmed details of an enormous show in London's O2 Arena.

Basement Jaxx began life as a club night in London named 'Rooty'. Helmed by Felix Buxton and Simon Ratcliffe the duo spun hard hitting house music that took the capital by storm.

As is so often the case, the two DJs tired of the music they were playing and felt that no one quite nailed it. Turning their hands to production, the pair formed Basement Jaxx and quickly found fame.

Debut album 'Remedy' was unavoidable in the late 90s. Spawning several massive hit singles it launched Basement Jaxx to stardom. The duo returned with 'Rooty' while 2003's 'Kish Kash' also enjoyed success.

Collecting their smash hit 45s onto on a compilation named 'Singles' Basement Jaxx confirmed their status as one of the biggest group's on the UK dance scene. However soon after the duo went on hiatus, yet remained in demand remixers.

The pair returned this summer with a series of sensational shows. Basement Jaxx headlined RockNess, playing a hit laden set that sent heads spinning. More recently the group performed at Wireless, unveiling a host of new tracks.

The duo have been working on their first album since 2006's 'Crazy Itch Radio'. In a recent Radio 1 interview Buxton revealed that the group had finished their new record, which they have named 'Scars'.

Confirming a host of guest appearances among the singer due to appear on the album are the likes of Yoko Ono, Santigold, Lightspeed Champion and Yo! Majesty.

Now the band have taken their boldest step yet. Basement Jaxx are due to play a show in London's enormous O2 Arena, normally the preserve of such rock giants as American group Metallica.

Taking place on December 17th, tickets are not set to go on sale for some time. Support slots have yet to be filled, though ClashMusic understands that some top names are scheduled to appear.

Basement Jaxx have confirmed the following date:

December
17 London O2 Arena