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Impish Presents: Occulti Music Xi Album Feat. Zero T, Fd, Dave Owen, Roy Green & Protone, Humanature, Cutworks And More.

Occulti Music Returns With An Anniversary Album Compiled By Head Honcho Impish That Features 13 Tracks By Label Friends Zero T, Roygreen, Humanature And Others Of Which 4 Are Featured On The Vinyl Release. We Believe The Album Truly Showcases What The Label Is About: A Combination Of Deep But Musical Sounds.

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Rene LaVice's journey continues with his third LP on formative drum & bass imprint Ram Records, a label whose history spans across two decades. After being exclusively signed, following his pivotal 'Headlock' release, the Canadian stalwart has remained a centrepiece of Ram's roster and his back catalogue is nothing short of groundbreaking. The same consistency has been administered to his forthcoming 'Far From Perfect' package, which builds on the foundations of both 'Insidious' and 'Play with Fire' to present another look into his versatile capabilities. It proves that alongside a plethora of taste-making records and the announcement of his BBC Radio 1 residency, Rene's career has flourished, due to the creativity which streams through his music.
Having already teased 'Far from Perfect' through the high octane 'Cold Crush' ft. Gydra, his epic vocal slammer 'Let you Go' ft. Jareth, the emotive allure of Faye on 'Twilight' as well as the heavier hitting breakdowns of singles 'Woohoo', 'Sound Barrier / Squeegee' and 'How Do I Kill', his forthcoming album is once again set to defy expectations; Expectations which were already set dizzyingly high.
Still unheard is Rene's second offering with Ivy Mairi 'Every Time', reminiscent of their previous collaboration 'The Calling' which saw them receive daytime airplay through Radio 1's A list. Isaac Evans also joins the list of vocalists alongside Rene on 'Can't Get Enough', with its subdued party vibe and familiar undertones. Tracks like 'Slappo' and 'Detonate' add a harder edge and together they encompass the vast musical spectrum Rene has at his fingertips.
From newcomer to genre icon, Rene LaVice has risen through the ranks and this is unsurprising after studying his back catalogue. And 'Far From Perfect' will add to this legacy, whilst also becoming a defining moment within Ram Records' history.

After a six-year hiatus, everyone's favourite Hospital compilation returns. Witness the sickness, this is drum & bass, this is 'Sick Music 2018'.
With 24 brand new tracks, the series that brought the world early stories of Netsky, Wilkinson, Sigma and Fred V & Grafix is back. The heritage of this series speaks volumes, and 'Sick Music 2018' takes the quality to a whole new level. Filled to the brim with dangerous dubplates this full spectrum injection is a must have for each and every D+B devotee.
Hospital's leading dancefloor duke Danny Byrd has taken things straight back to '99 with 'Devil's Drop'. Firing on all cylinders he's keeping it raw, rolling and funky. In a similarly devilish fashion we have 'Bootstrap Bill' finally unleashed by the enigmatic Unglued. Unashamedly destructive and executed with precision, this track is more dangerous than Donald Trump drunk on Twitter.
In a perfect fusion of Hospital and Med School, we see Fred V & Grafix's 'Hurricanes (Wild Love)' re-worked with pristine precision by everyone's favourite prodigy Keeno. Keeping the vibe level at eleven, Hugh Hardie's delivered the gorgeous 'Nightingale', both seductively simple and oozing with elegance.
'Just One Second' by London Elektricity gets its first re-work since the late Apex's famous remix on the very first Sick Music. The beautiful track see's a sterling contemporary edit and is a testament to Mitekiss' talent.
This album also brings the first solo single from the biggest name in D+B right now, Kings Of The Rollers. Fiercely pushing into new territory 'Burnt Ends' has been causing carnage on the dancefloor, getting double wheel-ups from across the globe.
Joining this rich tapestry of exemplary D+B are both veteran composers and new blood alike including: Klute, Whiney, Urbandawn, Reso, Logistics, John B, and of course Hospital Records' commander-in-chief London Elektricity.

Repress!

If Osiris' recent releases have represented a rope that bridges the chasm that exists between various bass-heavy electronic sub-genres, this compilation of brand new material might just be the bricks-and-mortar upgrade to that bridge that marries them all into one cohesive vision. Proceedings kick off with Overlook's menacing take on Jungle — almost eight minutes of sustained preternatural tension in the shape of 'Former Self '.

Pessimist continues the journey with the sprawling 'Indigo', and moves away from his trademark pace to set the scene with repetitive, delayed stabs in the dark. Three tracks in, label boss Simon Shreeve steps into the ring, in his first outing as Mønic this year, to unveil the appropriately titled 'Stampede' — a marching, ferocious melding of industrial beats and distorted growl, pushed along by frenetic hi-hats before spiralling off the edge into a feedback-laden pit.

To close, Mønic teams up with Grebenstein. Picture the former's take on sepulchral atmospherics, married with the latter's mangled electronics, and you'll have a good indication of what to expect from this meeting of minds. 'Cutting The Ties That Bind' sees those hats return in the distance, but slows the pace for a largely ambient conclusion to this unique blends of musical ideas.

Alongside the delicious aggressiveness that made Audio so renowned, his 'Beastmode' LP cracks him open like you've never heard him before. Fiercely powerful, yet intricately different, each cut from his debut album on the Ram Records imprint packs a very different punch whilst hitting with the same fierceness and wealth of talent.

'Beastmode' reflects all his output to date. Whether it's the old-school flavor of virus, or the steppy-unapologetic riddims he's served up for Ram, this record won't leave you questioning who rules supreme over the genre's murkier waters.

Whether it's the half-time, two stepping 'Move it Along' or the pulsing, snarling undertones of 'Thud', you're blessed with a barrage full of fresh sonic assaults. 'Thunder Ride' serves as the perfect opener, a brand new record with synth-laddered foreboding intro which pushes you below the surf. Tinkling hi-hats and a distorted LFO adds shockwaves throughout the mix, submerging you even deeper. Urgent, pulsing and nastily crafted, this is Audio and his more fearsome.

On the other hand, 'Rogue' presents a clanking, runaway riddim that snaps its teeth with every break. Stacked between ominous build ups and jaunty samples, the second drop flairs out as angrily as the first, demonstrating Audio's ingenious sound design.

And flipping the switch once again is 'Sovereign', a nod to the producer's roots and a track that gradually builds its presence throughout. Between warbling stabs and peddled kick drum, you're drawn by the aural nerves. Elevating beat patterns set you up for another descent into madness, through a stringently tight composition.

Featuring artists, such as drum & bass heavyweight Prolix, also take center stage. Their collaboration 'Creatures', alongside the revered lyricist Nuklear MC, adds a welcomed surprise. 'Creatures' delivers everything you'd expect and more, steroid-pumped subs, the dark overture of Nuklear and apocalyptic atmospherics.

Also featured on its weighty track listing are singles 'Make it Happen', 'Overdose', 'Drop it Human' and 'Shatterdome'. They were a precursor for what was to come, which signified one of the darkest, most uncompromising productions yet on Ram Records... In all of its twenty-five years of history.

In the ever-evolving world of electronic music, each genre has a handful of centerfold acts that have pioneered the movement in such a way that many have brashly followed suit. By paving the creative way and decimating every glass ceiling in their path, these said artists continually construct a precedent that directly reflects the extreme hours and tireless passions spent culminating a production so pristine, yet only a few minutes long. Camo & Krooked for me and many others, embody everything i've described above and more. With countless timeless classics such as the hit albums Cross The Line , Above and Beyond and Zeitgeist, the boys have announced their next album entitled Mozaik

Introducing Outlook Recordings - a brand new record label, fresh from the team behind seminal sound system celebration, Outlook Festival, championing the sounds that have garnered the festival the reputation that it deserves. The first release on Outlook Recordings imprint embodies the sound of the festival, bringing in producer Icicle and Levelz affiliate Skittles to provide a killer d'n'b fuelled, bass-laced three track EP.

Kicking off with collab from inimitable duo, Icicle and Skittles, leading title track 'EVERYBODY RIOT' starts with a slow build up combined with a tempo changing flow. With Skittles rapping over sparse breaks, it's a stone cold fusion of MCR energy, d'n'b breaks and jungle vibes. Icicle takes things things up a notch on the flip - B1's 'REMEMBER ME' is a purely instrumental, slightly industrial, DnB weapon - with a second drop that's well worth the wait. Rounding out the EP on a deeper, darker tip with B2 'My HEART'S A LEMON', the enigmatic, intriguing and eloquent production rises to majesty upon a melodic build-up which quickly descends into a hefty drop. Repping again for Manchester, Skittles spitting razor-sharp bars layers hi-octane, ice cold energy over old skool elements. Marking Outlook Recording's first foray into releases, the EP traverses through dubstep, DnB and jungle in true Icicle form - a nod to hazy days and raucous nights in the holds of Fort Punta Christo.

Josephs Perception's first release on Junglist Records titled Four Elements EP' have been a great success on the label and beyond. Red Now' which held the number one position on the 'Ragga Drum & Bass Chart' for over a month on TrackItDown, was later included on their compilation album 'Trackitdown Top 100 Drum & Bass Tracks of 2016' with the best Drum and Bass selling tunes of 2016 alongside a stellar line-up of artists into the scene like Drumsound & Bassline Smith, Annix, Taxman, Mob Tactics, High Contrast, Break, DJ Aphrodite, Upgrade, Nicky Blackmarket, Voltage, Andy C, Breakage, just to name a few.

* 13 tracks featuring the likes of DRS, Serum, Riya, Cleveland Watikiss, Lorna King, L-Side, MC Fats, T.R.A.C and Sofi Mari.and many more.

* Colourful, effervescent, and energetic, the Brazilian drum & bass scene has given us some of the most distinctive production voices in the game. Including São Paulo's Level 2 and DJ Chap or, as they're known collectively, Alibi.

* 'In each of the songs, we expressed our feelings and each song carries a unique message. The album itself talks about life. We all go through times where we fall and get hurt. Then we get up and we recycle. In every single situation: we learn.' - Alibi

* Alibi signed exclusively to V Recordings at the end of 2015, and this LP shares the characteristics held dearly by both the duo and the label. Weaving together threads from the duo's shared funk, soul, reggae, and hip-hop influences with the drum 'n' bass tutelage of shared heroes like S.P.Y., Calibre, D-Bridge and the late Marcus Intalex, this is set to be the most complete statement of their musical vision so far.

* Each track from the album stands as an example of their impeccable production, starting with 'Debris' which is filled with cinematic textures and a sub-low reese typical to their sound. The album plays home to a handful of other lighter atmospheric pieces, including 'Recycle', 'Destiny', and 3 other tracks with Riya, Cleveland Watkiss and Lorna King, all gracing the booth with their vocals. The duo can effortlessly skip between sub-genres, shown by the tracks on the LP that would be more suited in a dark club at 5am, such as 'Smash Through The City' with Serum, L-Side & T.R.A.C., as well as the floor shaking 'Scuffed' - there's a style to cater to everybody.

* With V Recordings celebrating their 25th anniversary, there really is no better time for Alibi to cement themselves as one of the crown jewels of the label and the scene as a whole.

* 13 tracks featuring the likes of DRS, Serum, Riya, Cleveland Watikiss, Lorna King, L-Side, MC Fats, T.R.A.C and Sofi Mari.and many more.

* Colourful, effervescent, and energetic, the Brazilian drum & bass scene has given us some of the most distinctive production voices in the game. Including São Paulo's Level 2 and DJ Chap or, as they're known collectively, Alibi.

* 'In each of the songs, we expressed our feelings and each song carries a unique message. The album itself talks about life. We all go through times where we fall and get hurt. Then we get up and we recycle. In every single situation: we learn.' - Alibi

* Alibi signed exclusively to V Recordings at the end of 2015, and this LP shares the characteristics held dearly by both the duo and the label. Weaving together threads from the duo's shared funk, soul, reggae, and hip-hop influences with the drum 'n' bass tutelage of shared heroes like S.P.Y., Calibre, D-Bridge and the late Marcus Intalex, this is set to be the most complete statement of their musical vision so far.

* Each track from the album stands as an example of their impeccable production, starting with 'Debris' which is filled with cinematic textures and a sub-low reese typical to their sound. The album plays home to a handful of other lighter atmospheric pieces, including 'Recycle', 'Destiny', and 3 other tracks with Riya, Cleveland Watkiss and Lorna King, all gracing the booth with their vocals. The duo can effortlessly skip between sub-genres, shown by the tracks on the LP that would be more suited in a dark club at 5am, such as 'Smash Through The City' with Serum, L-Side & T.R.A.C., as well as the floor shaking 'Scuffed' - there's a style to cater to everybody.

* With V Recordings celebrating their 25th anniversary, there really is no better time for Alibi to cement themselves as one of the crown jewels of the label and the scene as a whole.

Here comes the blast off: Brand new label Space Cadet propels itself into the ether with their launch release. Bursting through the ozone, destined for your own zone, DRS's new spaceship sets coordinates to stun with a valiant V/A mission that takes us to the furthest peripheries of the drum & bass solar system.
Captained by co-pilots GLXY, Artificial Intelligence, Skeptical and Dogger & Mindstate, the four-track trip guides us through emotional and conscious star clusters as the label's chief astronaut DRS lays down four new narratives. Distraction, temptation, frustration and confused affection are just some of the themes the Manchester MC parlays with resonance over crisp, forward-thinking productions from a vital range of kindred bass spirits...

Shogun stars GLXY live up to their name as they shake and stir us with a piano cocktail on 'Rain Dance' while long-time planet boundingexcursionists Artificial Intelligence lay down a stark step blueprint for 'Overdose'. Elsewhere fellow cosmos enthusiast Skeptical delivershis first production since his album 'Enjoy This Trip' with the glacial soul of 'Forget This All', a track you may well recognise from Space Cadet's prototype quest; LSB's 'Space Age Volume 1', a mix that's soundtracked trips over 40,000 times and counting.
Finally rising rocketeers Dogger and Mindstate provide the essential happy landing; 'Falling For You' is the deepest, most delicate cut of the crusade. Not only does it bring you back to an emotional reality that every single one of us humans with souls can relate to, but it also sets the scene for the next Space Cadet voyage.... A brand new DRS artist album.
You read it here first and you won't have light years to wait for it, either.
Stay tuned for more astronomical transmissions very soon...

Literature Recordings Are A Brand New Label Who Have Launched At One Of The Most Successful Times For Independent Dance Music Imprints. It's A Time Where They're Currently Reigning Supreme Over The Charts, Becoming A Formidable Force Against The Majors Who Have For Too Long Dominated The Scene And Proving That Music Is Just As Expansive And Full Of Ideas As It Has Ever Been. The Different Music Alumnus Cuelock Stands At The Helm Of This Brand New Project And He Brings With Him A Range Of Experience To Help Give His Expert A&r Advice To The Artists About To Make Their Debut On The Label. And The First Vinyl Release Comes From Eusebeia - The Upcoming Producer Has Shown His Hard Work And Dedication Through His Forthcoming 'breakdown Of Illusion' Ep, Where He Delivers Seven Brand New Records Which Pedestal His Stellar Talents As An Artist. Between 'truth Is Stranger Than Fiction' And 'annihilation Of Inhibition' There's A Range Of Diversity Which Eusebeia Shows His Audience Throughout The Journey Of 'breakdown Of Illusion'. The Carefully Sequenced Drums And Weaving Bassline Of 'truth Is Stranger Than Fiction' Is The Perfect Way To Begin The Ep, Whilst Tracks Like 'charade' And Titletrack 'breakdown Of Illusion' Continues Eusebeia's High-reaching Trend. Coming Along Next, Both 'no Stone Unturned' And 'camouflage, Pay Homage To The Roots Which Have Built Eusebeia As A Multi Faceted Artist And Demonstrate Why There's So Much Heat Around The Newly Discovered Artist. They Also Highlight The Eye For Blossoming Newcomers Which Cuelock Has Administered For This Release, It'll Be The Gift Which Enables Literature Recordings To Build A Roster Which Will Hold Themselves Up Against Their Counterparts.then Finally You're Left With Both 'dreams Into Reality' And 'annihilation Of Inhibition', Which Leave A Lingering Aftertaste - The Type Which Keeps You Coming Back For More Listen After Listen. It Completes A Package Which Proves The Capabilities Of Eusebeia As Well As Literature Recordings As An Imprint. You Can Expect More Music And Artists Of

Fracture returns to Exit Records with his first release on the label since 2016.
In what has become tradition for the label and the artist, the barrier of what's known as Drum & Bass is pushed to the outer edges. Familiar sound pallets have been recontextualized as Fracture sets out his stall for the coming years

Madcap & Jaybee - Settle Down - Madcap and Jaybee team up to create the musical masterpiece called, "Settle Down". The song starts out rather jazzy, with it's smooth rhodes keys and heavy cymbal riding drum lines. When the song hits the breakdown, the whole tone of the tune changes. The punchy sub bassline is unleashed and becomes one of the driving forces of the track. Echoing reggae style vocals are beautifully weaved into the background of the track, transforming the vibe into a reggae/dub style D&B classic. The Amen drums also help to create an intoxicating energy that make this one a sure thing for dance floor mayhem. Instant classic!


Madcap - Hear Comes - "Hear Comes" takes over where "Settle Down" left off. The song begins with big amen drums, backed with a Reggae style skanking guitar chop. During the breakdown, a thoughtful Roots Reggae vocal sample is introduced that helps lift the track into a true Dubwise gem. When the drop hits, the baseline kicks in and begins to wobble and throb behind all the deep atmospherics. The track has a beautiful breakdown, which takes the listener to a more melodic place. After a moment of serenity, the song breaks back into the chaotic old school flavor, which Madcap does so well. This one's a beauty!!

Bring Back Records returns from faraway place with more white label business, and as always with absolutely 100% fresh tunes with oldskool vibes from the present day.
Here we have three jungle rollers with 1993 style beats with dark hardcore, atmospheric and funk elements.
Mastering & cutting by an absolute master - Beau Thomas @ Ten Eight Seven Mastering.

Craigie Knowes' infamous fundraiser continues with a complete revamp. The double 12inch is replaced by two individual 12inch releases. Luke Vibert, DJ Overdose, Cygnus, TEXTASY, ASOK and London Modular Alliance join on CKNOW3-PT1 with a blend of Acid, Electro, Techno and Jungle sounds to help raise money for the charity War Child.

We don't mean to be disrespectful to the shops and supporters by having these wise-guy, unfunny and meta-feta promo releases. But this one is our shortest to date consisting of:

267 letters
39 spaces
50 words
12 nouns
7 numbers
5 verbs
4 jokes
1 Dan Graham reference

* Collette Warren has long been one of the most sought after vocalists in Drum & Bass. She has a tone, style and charisma all of her own and her latest release for Innerground, 'Hidden Lines EP', aims to showcase that diversity and eclecticism to the highest level.

* The EP kicks off with an outstanding collaboration with DJ Marky and another hot vocalist, Tyler Daley, called 'One Exception' - a smooth, yet tough track that has a hauntingly atmospheric backdrop when paired with the stripped down beats and harmonies

* We then move on to 'What You Do' with Random Movement and Charli Brix. From the first bar this has the Random Movement rubber stamp of quality all over it. Another stripped back track that lets the vocals really come to the fore and let the harmonic tennis between Collette and Charli really get into full swing.

* The mighty Calibre is Collette's weapon of choice for the penultimate track on the vinyl release entitled 'Broken Glass' - and what a weapon! Big beats, amen breaks and a b-line to die for!

* And the final track on the vinyl package is 'Betrayal' featuring Quadrant & Iris - a forward-thinking, fresh track blending multiple elements together in perfect harmony.

* 'Hidden Lines' has garnered support universally across the genre from major online portals such as UKF and Skank&Bass picking up 'One Exception' and 'What You Do' for online premieres respectively and 'Betrayal' receiving airtime from Rene LaVice on his BBC Radio 1 DnB show.

Bristol based rising talent Sam Binary enters the junglist fray with his rendition of Dead Man's Chest's Westworld, twisting the breezy atmospherics inside out with discordant hardcore stabs and thunderous break edits.On the flip, Sam drifts into deeper territories with hints of Photek shimmering amongst the film noir haze of Sentinal Era.

we are pleased to announce the debut release of a young producer from St. Petersburg, HOAVI. His adventurous electronic sound is one we haven t heard in a while and excited us on first listen. While on one hand, his music has a traditional sound (early 90s UK), HOAVI does create a world of his own due to the versatility in his productions. It is this versatility that creates an exciting hybrid sound, therefore pushing the envelope and making it sound very current, future even. vinyl tastes better...

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Myor Massiv & Diamond Life boss Coco Bryce returns to 7th Storey Projects once more with two ruff cuts on one neat little 10" plate!

Subtle Audio unveil their latest sub-division with the launch of 'Treaty Treats' - an imprint dedicated to beats originating in Limerick (aka the Treaty City) - the home of Subtle Audio. The first release features Subtle Audio head honcho Code and long time associate K3Bee with a track each. The label output will be mostly developed in their studio's but they'll be broadening the scope by collaborating with other artists / collectives based in Limerick as well as remixing other Irish acts across different genres.

Reaper Recordings is a brand new label focusing on delivering a regular supply of second to none jungle and jungle related music.

Reaper is getting the ball rolling with the first in a series of 10' vinyl releases courtesy of Ghosty, who has released music under many different aliases for over 15 years. Presented here are two tracks of meticulously programmed hardcore jungle: modern production values and attention to detail whilst maintaining grit, dirt, warmth and weight. Both tracks have recently been road tested with great reception at various Jungle events around the UK.

Side A, 'Dead Already' is a low slung, bass driven, dark jungle workout with creeping, tape saturated arpeggios with powerful lows and aggressive, punchy percussion.

Side B, 'Forward' is a soul influenced, 94 style jungle track. Solid, deep sine basses hold down the chopped, steppy, dynamic drums.

It is with great pride that we wrap up 2018 with Monty and his new 'Spatia' EP. He has had an impressive 2 years, and his last release the 'Hypnotize EP' was extremely well received with support from the finest publications, and from every DJ in the scene. Available on vinyl and digi, with a bonus 5th track on digital. Out on 7th December 2018