Home » Music » Drum & Bass

  • Need For Mirrors “Reset EP” [V Records]

    Need For Mirrors “Reset EP” [V Records]

    Comprising of Joe Moses and Emilio Dimitri, Need For Mirrors have quickly become known for their innovative, stripped back style of Drum and Bass. Drawing on their influences and reflecting them back, Need For Mirrors’ rich but simple signature sound has seem them release on prestigious labels including Metalheadz, Symmetry, Digital Soundboy, Dispatch, Shogun and V as well as their own Zoltar imprint. Now after the stunning Merk on Philly Blunt, the London based duo make the transition to V Recordings for the innovative Reset EP. Featuring the slick sounds of Reset, the infectious [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Heavy1 “Minimalized Remixes Vol.1″ [Rubik]

    Heavy1 “Minimalized Remixes Vol.1″ [Rubik]

    As Japan wunderkind Heavy1′s album made the rounds throughout the drum&bass producer network last year, there was a lot of interest from some heavy-hitters in remixing multiple tunes from the LP, so the ‘Minimalized Remixes’ series was born. The track-list features four very different and unique sounding interpretations of the original tracks, and something a little out of the box for us at Rubik. With remixes from the likes of Naibu, Sinistarr, Calculon & Austin Speed, and rounded out with [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Frankee “Turning Point EP” [Program]

    Frankee “Turning Point EP” [Program]

    Having enjoyed the honour of launching the label last summer with the highly acclaimed ‘Firethorn’ and ‘Pandorum’, Frankees doubled his dynamite with no less than four dancefloor-focussed slices of absolute bass gold. Showcasing his creative range with depth and clarity, every element on this EP is coated in a robust sense of timeless drum & bass magic and melody: Nodding at the scenes rich past, while pushing us as far into the future as possible, each cut will quickly find [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Six Blade “Burnout VIP” [Viper]

    Six Blade “Burnout VIP” [Viper]

    .Viper Recordings are proud to announce the exclusive signing of rising drum and bass outfit, Six Blade. Hailing from Brighton, Six Blade is the new project from Jack Wakeman and Mike Davis, formerly known as Ma1ttix & Futile. Having gained heavy support from DJ’s such as Friction, Crissy Criss, Grooverider, MistaJam, Dirtyphonics, and the Brookes Brothers – along with releases on Crystal Clear’s Cold Blooded Recordings and A.M.C’s Titan Records imprint, Mattix & Futile have been touted as rising producers [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Disaszt “Till The Sun Comes Up” [Mainframe]

    Disaszt “Till The Sun Comes Up” [Mainframe]

    Following on from the success of his last single on his own Mainframe Recordings imprint, label-owner Disaszt returns to the fore with another release that showcases the producer’s ability to handle genre crossover with apparent ease. Having recently featured on AudioPorn Record’s debut various artists Transitions LP, ‘Till The Sun Comes Up’ is the spiritual successor to Disaszt’s prior single ‘Sposh’ in terms of its high energy levels, bouncy arrangement and classic French House-esque synth manipulation.   Disaszt Facebook Twitter [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Arent + Raxell “Hard Days Night” [Heavy Artillery]

    Arent + Raxell “Hard Days Night” [Heavy Artillery]

    These two young producers from Russia have smashed all stereotypes about Electro House, Dubstep and Drum’n’Bass music with their consistent multi-genre assault! Their clever production style stands out from the pack and their diverse sounds have garnered then support from major artists worldwide. This bomb 2 track beast showcases the fluid funk Arent & Raxell are becoming known for, big stuff! Arent + Raxell Twitter Soundcloud

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Gerwin “Against The Clock / See Thru My Eyes” [IM:LTD]

    Gerwin “Against The Clock / See Thru My Eyes” [IM:LTD]

    IM:Ltd is never a label to rush things but when we need to pick up the pace, we send for the big guns – and Gerwin has pushed his custom DeLorean straight to 88mph with this brand new digital release on the french Drum & Bass imprint. After the chilled-out melancholia of his recent tracks, the Frenchman returns to deliver 1.21 jiggawatts of damaging breakbeats and low sub frequencies with new stepper ‘Against the Clock’. Fuelled on plutonium and a [...]

    Continue reading »

  • DJ Marky + Makoto “Bloody Mary” [Innerground]

    DJ Marky + Makoto “Bloody Mary” [Innerground]

    DJ Marky teams up with long-term collaborator Makoto for their new single ‘Bloody Mary’ out today on Innerground Records.   Over the years Marky and Makoto have supplied us with immaculately crafted records such as ‘Secret Place’, ‘Stressed Out’, ‘Love Again’, ‘Togetherness’ and more. Their new single ‘Bloody Mary’ captures their distinct, individualistic soul and timeless flair. The rolling intro and trouble-free piano chords capture Marky’s vintage flavour and Makoto’s jazz infused chic. The humming bass is complemented by an [...]

    Continue reading »

  • J Majik + Wickaman ft. Kate Loveridge “Lift me Up” [Infrared]

    J Majik + Wickaman ft. Kate Loveridge “Lift me Up” [Infrared]

    If you have even a passing interest in drum & bass – or electronic music in general for that matter – you will already be well acquainted with J Majik & Wickaman. During a career that has spanned over a decade, countless genre-defining records, a worldwide touring schedule and even chart success, the duo have written their names indelibly on to the DNA of British dance music. Five years on from the release of their seminal debut album ‘Crazy World’, [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Tomek N “Quicksand / The Search” [Liquid Tones]

    Tomek N “Quicksand / The Search” [Liquid Tones]

    Release number 26 welcomes the highly rated Tomek N into the Liquid Tones equation. Getting things rolling on the EP is ‘The Search’. This is sunset DnB; full lazy day guitar riffs that shine over a funky bassline that brims with the unmistakable sounds of any classic summer session. On the flip side is title track Quicksand which really offers a hand to the those looking for high octane energy from their liquid flavours. Think hard hitting punchy snares over [...]

    Continue reading »

  • ShockOne ft. Metrik + Kyza “Lazerbeam” [Viper]

    ShockOne ft. Metrik + Kyza “Lazerbeam” [Viper]

    Ever since storming onto the scene with the fast-paced ‘Polygon’ and the innovative Dubstep anthem ‘Adachigahara’s Theme’ in 2009, ShockOne become an undisputed force in the EDM arena. Dominating charts, raves and airwaves alike, as well as picking up YouTube hits by the millions on tracks such as ‘Crucify Me’ and ‘Relapse’, the Australian-born Karl Thomas has built up a huge fanbase as well as support from influential industry tastemakers such as: Triple J, Annie Mac, Zane Lowe, Pendulum, Knife [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Audio Habitat “The Raising” [Sidechain Music]

    Audio Habitat “The Raising” [Sidechain Music]

    Here it comes, the Sidechain Music family’s first ever artist album! The 4 members of Audio Habitat have released on Sidechain Music before, as they have on DJ SS’ renowned Formation label! After some EPs for Sidechain they are now droppin’ a conceptual album and with the sound experience of label head-honcho Mad Vibes the ying and yang of bass music reigns throughout 12 strong tracks plus 2 bonus tracks on the pre-album sampler. They can keep the dancefloor moving as [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Gridlok “American Dream” [Project 51]

    Gridlok “American Dream” [Project 51]

    In 2009, on a typical sunny day in downtown Los Angeles, Gridlok was at his home studio fiercely working on his next album. Meanwhile a few floors above, a young woman was standing on the edge of his roof staring through the Los Angeles skyline contemplating about how her American Dream died long ago. While deeply focused on his task at hand, Gridlok was suddenly distracted by a loud scream, and then a bang, and then silence… “American Dream” is [...]

    Continue reading »

  • 2DB “Jet Black / Bassface” (Technique Recordings)

    2DB “Jet Black / Bassface” (Technique Recordings)

    2DB have established themselves as a production outfit determined to take old skool sensibilities and deliver them with razor-edge production techniques. With a string of acclaimed releases including the recent “Ghetto Boy” backed with “Blunderbuss”, they’ve proven their alchemical mastery of combining emotive melodies with floor-shaking bass aggression. First up is “Bassface”. With a name like that, you might think you know exactly what to expect, but 2DB always have a trick or two up their sleeve. Opening with uplifting [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Slogun + iOh feat. J-Tec “Wicked EP” [Heavy Artillery]

    Slogun + iOh feat. J-Tec “Wicked EP” [Heavy Artillery]

    The names Slogun & iOh are synonymous with epic dance floor D&B anthems that destroy! Their steady stream of monstrous chart topping bangers and remixes have garnered attention from the global Drum&Bass massive but they’ve only just begun. On this round Slogun & iOh enlist the vocal wizardry of L.A’s own J-Tec for the hyped up party smasher “Wicked”. To top it all off, a killer bonus Drumstep remix from Sikdope launches this EP into overdrive!! Sonic sickness from Slogun [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Various Artists “Sound Investment” [Liquid Tones]

    Various Artists “Sound Investment” [Liquid Tones]

    This week Liquid Tones is making a substantial withdrawal from their vault with three immense cuts of colourful D&B. Engineered with the club DJ in mind, the EP comes packed with plenty of punch and provides a spectacularly high octane liquid experience from start to finnish, proving to be a truly sound investment. Liquid Tones Facebook Twitter Soundcloud

    Continue reading »

  • Volatile Psycle “The Unexplained” [Heavy Artillery]

    Volatile Psycle “The Unexplained” [Heavy Artillery]

    Britain’s bad bwoy beat bombers Volatile Psycle obliterate heads with twisted masterpieces that’ll make your mom mosh! Their killer Glitch Hop cut sat at the Beatport Glitch Hop #1 spot for 2 months! These 3 supercharged Drum&Bass bombs will shake the place loose as morphing basslines summon the fallout! Killer masterpieces emerge from everything these guys touch, D&B, Drumstep, Glitch Hop, Dubstep, they can do it all!! Volatile Psycle Facebook Soundcloud

    Continue reading »

  • GDS “The Right Way / Techtonic” [Wyatt Noise]

    GDS “The Right Way / Techtonic” [Wyatt Noise]

    Kicking off 2013 is another sterling new release from the Wyatt Noise crew, a release that brings with it a heady mix of sunshine liquid vibes and dark brooding drum & bass in equal measure. Drawing in the talents of local Oxford boy GDS, label release number three is a beautifully versatile beast that sets expectations high for the year ahead. ‘The Right Way’ is golden. Pristine breaks with gentle guitar chords ride the intro as sweeping strings reign into the mix to break down [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
  • Fourward “Aftermath EP” [Audioporn]

    Fourward “Aftermath EP” [Audioporn]

    Following on from the ballooning success of their last release on AudioPorn – the five-track genre-spanning EP “All That Matters” – Austrian group Fourward are back with another scintillating offering set to cement their rapidly growing reputation as one of the most technically adept quartet of artists working within electronic music today. A set of signature Fourward beats that display in full their fine-tuned, simple-yet-complex approach to music production, with support already from BBC Radio 1Xtra’s head-honcho Crissy Criss and features on Friction’s flagship [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Ravager “Runaway” (Livewire Remix) | Livewire “Fear The Future” [Emotion]

    Ravager “Runaway” (Livewire Remix) | Livewire “Fear The Future” [Emotion]

    Up next on E-Motion we have a 3 track release which sees Ravager & Livewire making their debut’s with the likes of Runaway & Fear The Future. Leading the way is Runaway, a hard hitting musical piece from Ravager which will wreak havoc upon dancefloors the world over. Blissful keys harmonise with vocal snippets to build the intro, giving that feel good vibe before exploding into hard, ferocious drums & rumbling sub baselines on the drop. The B side sees [...]

    Continue reading »

  • Marvellous Cain “The Hitman” (Bladerunner Remix) [Riq Yardrock]

    Marvellous Cain “The Hitman” (Bladerunner Remix) [Riq Yardrock]

    Operating across many areas and many styles, RIQ Yardrock maintain one vibe – good music, good times and good people. Marvellous Cain’s new label brings together a collective of like-minded DJs, vocalists, producers and MCs who want to promote all things jungle and drum & bass. Using their years of experience and passion for underground music which cannot be dimmed or extinguished, the label has connections in all sorts of areas. At the heart of all of Yardrock’s projects, including [...]

    Continue reading »

  •  
 
 

Archive

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 6 other subscribers