Beats News

Commix returns to Dispatch Dubplate; releasing some of his most in demand dubs.

Simplicity and vibe remains essential to the Commix sound, with a stripped back, techno inspired ethos enabling his music to carry great longevity, no matter the style. Unreleased for a decade but still as effective as ever, 'Daggers Dub' heads up the release, sitting comfortably alongside the murmuring, freshly cut 'Surveillance'. Progressive and deeply rooted, with infectious low ends that stick into your mind, DISDUB012 showcases the unmistakable prowess of Commix.

The debut vinyl release from UK Jungle Records.

Breakbeat Kaos returns to the forefront of the bass music scene in 2018 celebrating 15 years since its inception. Founded by DJ Fresh and Adam F the BBK brand has been synonymous with some of the biggest talents in electronic musis worldwide, founding many a career. 'Junglesound: Revenge Of The Bass (15 Years Of Breakbeat Kaos)' encapsulates the label essence, showcasing just a few of DJ Fresh's favourites plus several brand new exclusives and remixes that pave the way for the continued return of BBK.

This limited 12' (400 copies worldwide) features four exclusive new tracks, two brand new club bangers from Brookes Brothers and remixes that are exclusive to the album from Flite and Drumsound & Baseline Smith

Bristol Based Mako Makes His Dispatch Return, With The Superb 'glory Or Gain Ep'.

Completing A Trilogy Of Mako Eps On The Label, His Output Is Always A Highlight For Us And This Is No Exception; Headed Up By The Long Awaited Release Of 'daggy'.

Whether It's A Rig Shaking Stomper Or Deep, Pensive Progression, The Vibe Mako Delivers Is Distinctive, Intricately Balanced And Of The Highest Craftsmanship.

Featuring Both Solo Material And A Collaboration On 'seek The Truth' With Andy Skopes, 'glory Or Gain' Is The Latest Quality Offering From The Ever Consistent Mako

Hybris is Evan Vischi. After years of being a studio recluse, Evan surfaced in the DC scene and released collaborations and solo projects under the name Robot Death Squad. He then moved to the Czech Republic to focus on advancing his own sound and began releasing under the name Hybris. Towards the end of 2009 his tunes were spotted and picked up by Kasra, and his debut single was released on Critical: Modulations (The Cleaner/ Raindance) in June of 2010. With several forthcoming releases on C.I.A., Blackout Music, and Critical, and DJ support from some of the scene's heaviest hitters, Evan is now committed to pushing heavy and precise dancefloor beats to the next level. For INVISIBLE, Hybris collaberates succesfully with the mighty NOISIA and drops 3 new solo tracks on this very special double pack vinyl. Great new sounds on the always evolving Invisible imprint.

After dropping a handful of tunes on split EPs for Jungle Rollerz and 7th Storey Projects over the past 4 years, the time has finally come for Necrotype's debut solo release. Taking a different path from his previous outings, this 12' shows a more gentle side of the man best known for his darkstyle jungle concoctions.

Yosei is pure D&B beauty, a bit faster and less jungle oriented than what we're used to from Diamond Life, but definitely on a similarly lush and melodic tip. On the flipside we're treated to Break Through, think 'atmospheric roller meets halftime junglism'. Quality.

The Eggplant gets mature

5 years of audible meals - 5 years of diverse electronic music and Eggplant-based recipes.
We're celebrating MONIKER EGGPLANT's anniversary by releasing the RECIPE DECALOGUE - a VA compilation containing 10 tracks by 11 artists on two sides of one 12" record:
The EGG side is representing the feisty and straight forward tastes eggplants might have.

The PLANT side is representing the rich and complex tastes eggplants might have.
The RECIPE DECALOGUE represents everything MONIKER EGGPLANT stands for: Tasty and diverse audible meals seasoned with dance floor attitude, experimentation, and spiciness.

The record comes in a beautiful and unique silkscreen printed cover.

We are excited to announce the next season of The Series will be dropping this October. Four new episodes of futuremusic encapsulating the distinctive Artificial Intelligence sound to take you on yet another brilliant, emotional rollercoaster through their infamous heart-on-sleeve heaviness. With plenty more to follow, stay tuned for the Premiere of Seasons 3 and 4, coming soon!

Since the release of their album Wonderland a couple of years ago, Demdike Stare have been recording material for this new doublepack Passion; an asymmetric re-imagining of UK club styles taking in frenzied drum trax, shortwave jungle, pinging dancehall and clipped, post punk riddims. During this time they've been busy curating their DDS label (inc releases from Shinichi Atobe, Mica Levi, Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe and Equiknoxx, among others) and have been commissioned by both the Groupe de Recherches Musicales (GRM) and the surviving members of Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza to mine and rework their archives. Enlisting visual artist Michael England (Autechre, Gescom, Leila), they've created a cinematic accompaniment for their collaborative live shows, resulting in the image which adorns this cover - a hybrid/composite portrait exploring/questioning the current use of software in creating hyper reality and the manipulation of the self. The accompanying film Includes documentary footage filmed at a Voguing event in NYC, Blackpool promenade and a Newark, New Jersey roller rink, the end result smudgng the lines between live performance, documentary and sonic cinema. It's an idea that's echoed on Passion, continuing a process Demdike began on their Testpressing series of dismantling lines between analogue and digital realms, between urban realism and fantasy, between experimental, pop and soundsystem cultures. An outlandish configuration of avant-garde and ultimately functional club weapons designed and honed for the weightiest bassbins, it's also their most direct and fucked up record to date - a raucous, joyful 9-track smash that comes off like a night on a glamorous, neon-lit bender.

BCee & Villem take on 2 of the finest cuts from Jonny L's 'In A Jungle' album. It's always difficult tacking a remix from such a legend of the scene as Jonny L, but these tracks demonstrate that it can be done.

Following on from the three highly-acclaimed CoOp Presents 'Selectors Assemble' compilation EPs from the past year, it's now time to focus on some of the individual talents from the ever-evolving movement. As the international foundation grows, we invite aboard the extremely talented Neue Grafik into the fold.

French producer, instrumentalist and DJ, Neue Grafik, has been building a strong rep for himself over the past few years, releasing records previously on labels such as Rhythm Section, 22a and Wolf Music. His sound is a hybrid of jazz, house, broken beat and hip hop, all with his unique geographical flavours of African ethnicity, Parisian roots and a love for London thrown into the mix.

So to the music - two brand new tracks, 'I Miss Something' and 'Bed Stuy's Mood', complete with remixes from EVM128, Danvers, Xtra Bruk and NameBrandSound (aka label bosses IG Culture & Alex Phountzi) respectively, making this one essential package for the bruk soldiers and beyond.

In Neue Grafik's words...

"I remember the first time I was at a CoOp party and met IG - I just said something like "unbelievable party, well done! Thank you, man". I didn't expect to be a part of this brilliant family a few months after that; it's totally insane to think about it now.

I began to hang properly with the CoOp fam during a DJ session at The Flex in East London. I was so happy to live in this moment; surrounded by these talented performers, artists and producers, excitedly talking about unreleased music on everyone's USB sticks.

This EP is a personal vision of the broken beat scene and my love for that. A meeting with artists who build my own taste, with friends keeping the same vibrancy and desire for this music. 'I Miss Something' and 'Bed Stuy's Mood' are two tracks dedicated to Porte Des Lilas (Paris), and Bedford-Stuyvesant (New York). One was made in my house, the other on holiday. These two tracks, as well as the remixes from the Selectors Assemble crew, represent a real and deep friendship."

More essential music from the CoOp Presents camp, available on limited vinyl and all digital services. Don't sleep.

The second vinyl of LiquiDNAtion series is opening with deep liquid by M25 & First Function. This A1 track is a multi broken beat tune with euphoric sounds and pitched down male vocals uniting to jungle at the apex of the track.

The second track 'Karamel' by Wanted ID is an absolute superhit roller blowing any dance floor with its carnival mood from the first beat. Will never leave your dj bag once after played.

Electrosoul System's 'When Lady Wants to Dance' is an unhurried track with halcyon atmosphere and intriguing percussion, hypnotizing your listeners into obedient dancers.

Liquitek & Electrosoul System's 'Caravan' is a modern drum'n'bass interpretation of the legendary jazz standard of Caravan composed by Juan Tizol and Duke Ellington. The new version gave a new life to this legendary composition transforming the original jazzy epic story into a flirting uplifitng mood.

* Spearhead Records label boss Steve BCee returns with his 4th studio album, and it's safe to say that it's his best one yet. Not just a solo affair, BCee has also drafted in some of the finest vocal and production talent around. With features from two time best d&b vocalist winner Riya and d&b legend Logistics being just the start.

* 'Northpoint' is BCee at his most diverse. From the early 90's hardocre influenced 'Keep Moving On' to the Jungle roots of 'Hollow Eyes' this is an album that really showcases how broad the D&B spectrum can be while still keeping to the Spearhead ethos of being uplifting musical d&b packed full of heart & soul. BCee said 'I wanted to make an album packed full of d&b that would work in a club just as well as it would in the car. No fillers, no showcasing how I can produce house or hip-hop or whatever, just pure no nonsense drum & bass'.

* With BCee's Spearhead Presents brand regularly selling out shows at clubs like the legendary Egg in Kings Cross & Shoreditch's Village Underground, plus his growing DJ & production schedule and 'The Vanguard Project' his alias as a duo with fellow d&b produced Villem, it's safe to say that even though BCee has been in the game for 16 years, he's only just getting started.

* Support from Friction, Mistajam, Metrik, Technimatic, S.P.Y, Nu:Tone, Logistics, London Elektricity and a whole load more...

Cyberfunk proudly presents:

CFNK005:Simple Technique - Superfuture EP

Since the inception of Cyberfunk one artist in particular has really taken on the core values and ethos of the label and has been working extensively with us.

After his debut release on Cyberfunk "Cold Steppin" gained heavy rotation on the dnb circuit from some of the scenes heavyweights. We gave Bournemouth based duo Ulterior Motive a chance to remix "Cold Steppin" and released it as part of our first ever Remix EP - Remixed Vol1. This dominated the charts for several weeks in a row.

Other than the aforementioned, the West London based producer has kept mostly quite bar one release - "Gorilla" which was part of the first in a series of various artist LP's from us: VA:LP-001

This EP has been in the works for quite some time, with some parts taking in excess of 3 years! (Yes we know but he's worth the wait we promise) this is a project we have been working on closely with Freddie and although he has kept us waiting we are happy to be releasing such a diverse and unique EP from an equally diverse and unique beard, sorry... - artist! Excuse me. (You'll see what I mean...)

We feel this is the truest and purest representation of Simple Technique as an artist. With a strong mix of tempos and styles all of which have been filtered through his unique outlook on music and rave culture. From bass house to Drum and bass to hiphop and trap influences with beautiful soundscapes in-between. This EP has flavours from all over and the raw signature sound that our fans have come to expect from a Simple Technique set.

We hope you enjoy the music. <3

If you are feeling it, please let us know
If you hate the music please still let us know so we can further promo the EP.

* TNO project is only 18 years old, and hails from Germany. Yet his music sounds like he lived through the old skool years, rather than being born after they had passed. His sound is deep, thoughtful. It maintains the happy vibe, but there is always a thread of darkness running through. Having done various remix work for Kniteforce, this, his debut EP, really showcases his ability to combine dark and light element to great effect. Heavy basslines and menacing samples with unusual arrangements and subtle tricks within the mix give a truly different take without straying too far from the traditional rave sound of the mid 90's

Club / DJ Support
Billy Bunter, the Fat Controller, Glowkid, Slipmatt, Dj Jedi, Dj Luna-C, Dj Brisk, Clayfighter, Jimni Cricket, Bustin, Sc@r, Doughboy, Saiyan, Dave Skywalker, Ponder and many others

* This EP gives you a double hander - or maybe a triple hander. Two tracks from the original old skool Kniteforce back catalogue, lovingly remastered, and from the first volume in the legendary CD series Vinyl Is Better. And then two "new" old skool tracks, one from Vinyl Is Better 2, and one from Vinyl Is Better 3. Featuring Ant To Be and Alex Jungle sat next to Jimmy J & Cru-l-t and Poosie & Cru-l-t - not to mention underground genius Sublove, this vinyl is sure to become as legendary as the series it comes from. Plus anyway, at some point, we had to have a "Vinyl Is Better" on vinyl, right

Club / DJ Support
Billy Bunter, the Fat Controller, Glowkid, Slipmatt, Dj Jedi, Dj Luna-C, Dj Brisk, Clayfighter, Jimni Cricket, Bustin, Sc@r, Doughboy, Saiyan, Dave Skywalker, Ponder and many others

Our third Platinum release of the year comes from Finnish breakbeat veteran Fanu who's conjured up a fusion of classic breaks and brutal basslines across 2 vinyl tracks and 2 further digital bonus offerings. An EP full of experimentation that constantly strays from the norm, this is a release that celebrates the combination of Fanu's great efforts and unique methods bringing about impeccable results.

The acutely talented Russian returns - leading a new generation of ultra-gifted producers, Black Barrel presents the 'Labyrinth EP' on our main label in April.
From the opener 'Seeing Explosives' with Gusto, the classic tech funk inspirations are clear to see and Black Barrel guides complex arrangements with addictive grooves.
Bringing a refreshing, energized vibe to intricate, technical production, Black Barrel intensifies his portfolio on the 'Labyrinth EP', with sadistic delivery and playful charm.

Hospital Records proudly presents the debut long-player from the illusive and ingenious Mitekiss. Flirting with an array of drum & bass styles, 'Crate Six Seven' inhabits the deeper realms of liquid-jazz, soul and ambient jungle across 14 tracks.

Enei returns to the controls for the first time since his and Kasra's Transmitter EP earlier this year, laying down five future grooves from the lush vocals of long time collaborate Charli Brix on 'Faded' to the raw deal of 'Rats Place'. Enei on form once again providing the drum & bass autumnal chills.

Nucleus & Paradox are experts at linking up both the darker and more ethereal elements of drum and bass, with their collaborations often dripping in beauty whilst also showcasing gritty, analogue sounds.

That deadly combination is epitomised across their new Metalheadz single dropping this November.

UK born, Philippines based producer Scape delivers two sublime ambient breakbeat epics, expertly cut onto limited edition orange vinyl.

* The long running KFA series 'True Skool' returns to vinyl for the first time in years, with 4 amazing tunes. The True Skool EPs have always pushed the boundaries, and this one is no exception. True Skool resident Radiophonic Oddity comes in hard with a furiously edited breakbeat and hip hop collision, while Doughbiy switiches from his usual style to bring some proper jungle flavor. Label newcomers Innercore and Evolutionize flex their muscles with two heave breakbeat workouts, once again demonstrating that KFA is most comfortable meandering about where others fear to tread.

CLub / Dj Support
Billy Bunter, The Fat Controller, Glowkid, Slipmatt, Dj Jedi, Dj Luna-c, Dj Brisk, Clayfighter, Jimni Cricket, Bustin, Sc@r, Doughboy, Saiyan, Dave Skywalker, Ponder And Many Others

Aleksi Perala returns to Clone/Dub recordings with a lush mini album. Beautiful and bright modern electronix based on the Colundi musical tuning system. (quote Dj Rephlex; "the frequencies were chosen via experimentation and philosophy, each relating to a specific human bio-resonance, or psychology, traditional mysticism or belief, physics, astronomy, maths, chemistry.") Smooth and fluttering melodies layered over crispy rolling beats transmitting lovely vibrant sunny upbeat vibes. Braindance with high serotonin and dopamine levels.

Gathering Mass As A Party, And Gaining Supremacy As A Label, Rupture Has Long Been At The Center Of The Underground Drum And Bass Cosmos. Following The Acclaim Of Their Fifth Column Lp, The Planets Series Champions The Junglist Titans Who Inhabit The Rupture Universe. Releasing In Pairs And Pressed On Marbled Vinyl, This Project Features Cosmic Cuts From The Likes Of Om Unit, Forest Drive West, Sully X Outer Heaven, J. Robinson, Seba, Djinn, And Sonar's Ghost, Among Others.

Mercury Leads The Series In Dramatic Fashion, Featuring The Swirling Tracers Of Sully's Drum Work Combined With The Menace Of Outer Heaven's Raw Basslines. On The Flip, Sully Turns Up The Heat And Keeps The Dancefloor Rolling With The Churning Stabs And Disembodied Vocals Of epoch'.

One Of The True Patriarchs Of Modern Day Jungle Drum & Bass Break, Delivers His Fifth Studio Album, 'another Way'. Drawing From A Rich Array Of Musical Influences Charlie Bierman Pulls Us Through A Spectrum Of Styles As He Sets About Showing Us Exactly Why He's The Only Producer Ever To Be Asked To Remix Dillinja. From The Minimal Jazz Leanings Of Opening Track 'last Goodbye' To The Enchanted Dub Of 'conversations' And The Pure Dance Floor Of 'keepin' It Raw', Break's Ability To Combine With The Enormous Vocals Of Regular Collaborators Celestine, Kyo And Mc Fats With Other Legendary Mic Men Gq Andclevelend Watkiss Sets The Lp Truly Apart, A Tour De Force Of 2018 Drum & Bass.