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Alaska & Robert Manos reunite for arguably Arctic Music's finest 12' to date.
Zeal glides with layers of searing bows from the cello reminiscent of Massive Attack's 'Unfinished Sympathy'. The passion oozing
from its strings fit Robert Manos's vocals like a glove taking you on a orchestral and powerful journey with Alaska's pacey breaks.
The 12' art jacket is based on the glorious instrument adding that special touch to the eight Arctic Music chapter.
Alaska & Robert Manos revisit Dolorous for the flipside, stripping down the original vibe and replacing the vinyl grooves with a
cracking breakbeat that sells the track on it's own.
This special version adds a live touch to the classic from The Mesozoic Era LP and is just one of the titles that the duo will be
performing live in 2013.

Debut release on Artikal Music from PUGILIST

Bring Back Records is a new vinyl only label dedicated for the all jungle/breakbeat hardcore lovers. First release will give you a fresh moods with oldskool flava! The music what we love and proudly want to show you. It's a single sided plate: A1 - 94-95 style oldskool jungle on 45 rpm. Vibes for the raiders, who's everyday digging and searching through the jungle music artifacts on vinyl in this crazy digital world. A2 is a pleasant bonus with dj tools for turntablists.

The legendary Rewind Records has returned with a new 12" from the one known as Lord Of The D.

Basement Records subsidary label Homegrown Records released a string of Anthems back in the day, these 16 tracks set the Rave Scene alight back in 1993, all of these tunes were played by the top DJs of the time including Top Buzz, Mickey Finn, Ratty, Tango, Swan-e, Phantasy, Kenny Ken, DJ SS, Seduction, Slipmatt, Stu Allan and Keith Suckling to name but a few.

All of these releases are now extremley sought after by the old skool vinyl collectors and most are commanding high prices, for the first time the tunes are now available on CD & Digital Release as well as two triple pack Vinyl Sets for the lovers of Vinyl.

Basement Records subsidary label Homegrown Records released a string of Anthems back in the day, these 16 tracks set the Rave Scene alight back in 1993, all of these tunes were played by the top DJs of the time including Top Buzz, Mickey Finn, Ratty, Tango, Swan-e, Phantasy, Kenny Ken, DJ SS, Seduction, Slipmatt, Stu Allan and Keith Suckling to name but a few.

All of these releases are now extremley sought after by the old skool vinyl collectors and most are commanding high prices, for the first time the tunes are now available on CD & Digital Release as well as two triple pack Vinyl Sets for the lovers of Vinyl.

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Existing at the very forefront of electronic music with his intricate production style and experimental sound design, Viper Recordings' own InsideInfo has continued to leave a lasting impression on the Drum & Bass music scene since his first Viper release back in 2008.
Now bringing together a mind-blowing amalgamation of genres, sounds and vocal talent from all ends of the spectrum, InsideInfo gears up to release his hotly-anticipated debut album on Viper Recordings; the self-titled 'InsideInfo' LP.
'InsideInfo' is more than just a Drum and Bass album. Left of centre, classy, and set to brush shoulders with some of the most expertly crafted electronic LP's of recent years, this LP shows us that the talented producer is at the top of his game.
Lending their vocal talents to the album, artists from a diverse selection of backgrounds, including Bleed From Within's Scott Kennedy ('Revenants'), talented electronic vocalist Fable ('Glimpse'), MC and 'Hench Recordings' frontman Jakes ('Renegade') and one of the industry's most favoured singers Tasha Baxter ('Time Will Tell'). Fans will also recognise singer, rapper and MC Miss Trouble featuring on the 2016 hit 'Revolution'.
In true InsideInfo style, 'Navigator', 'Conformity' and 'Spychase' bring some serious bass power, while tracks such as 'Creepy' and 'Lost You' keep up the astounding level of variety throughout; from techy up-tempo bangers to moody rollers. Another highlight is the eclectic 'Num Num' where InsideInfo battles against world renowned tabla musician Aref Durvesh, who has worked with the likes of: Sting, Beck, Jose Stone, and Nitin Sawhney. Spanning a diverse spectrum of sound like never heard before, InsideInfo brings us an LP which signifies the very driving force behind the evolution of modern Drum & Bass music.

Manchester native Earl Grey makes his debut appearance with this double A side on Inperspective Records Dark, brooding and complex, Karmic Sprain is an eery and crisp network of free beats and cognitive chords interspersed with otherworldly effects and samples. On the flip, Dorsiflexion with rolling drums, drifting synths and stuttering vibes, this track muses on climates of mystifying warmth and spectral clarity. This is the 2nd of the 'Teddy Bear' Picture Disc Series with Original photography and design by Simon Van Stipriaan.

Earl Grey's debut release on Inperspective demonstrates his skillful musicianship, masterful breakbeat technicality and delicate production. With styles flipping between drum and bass and jazz, leaving an enticing atmosphere that is impossible to draw away from.

PRSPCT's new hardcore orientated imprint's third release! I:gor takes you to the core and leaves you begging for mercy.

LIMITED PRESSING - BLUE VINYL
* Luciano Nitri has been locked away working on his debut album for Horizons Music. The sampler is a glimpse of what is to come, with 3 shining vocal tracks, each have the power to be the lead track in their own right.

* 'Circles' is funk infused bassline, coupled with Lucy Kitchen's haunting vocal this track is the perfect tease and intro for the album.

* Visonobi takes no prisoners, with his heavyweight vocals laid on a sparse Nitri beat. 'Homage' is the calling card to throw some darkness on this single.

* The final track shows Nitri's liquid flex, soft vocals the track takes us on a journey, and yes this journey for Nitri has just begun. Circles the album is out soon!

'We wanted to have our album Outer Edges remixed by a lot of very different artists. When we made the album we went as far as we could within our own confines; exploring and stretching the outer edges. That's why we didn't do any collaborations on the album. With this remix package we asked a lot of very different artists to take that material beyond our edges, into their respective domains. We are really happy that they managed to take our music into completely different dimensions, with such exciting results!' - Noisia

Dutch electronic music trio, Noisia, have revealed the remixers for their forthcoming 'Outer Edges Remixes' album. Released on 7 April, the compilation brings together remixes of last summer's 'Outer Edges' studio album from the likes of Bassnectar, Ivy Lab, Machinedrum, Amon Tobin, Camo & Krooked, Mat Zo, Dyro, The Upbeats, Mefjus, and more.

Handpicked by Nik, Martijn, and Thijs, the artists range from across the electronic music spectrum, with many of the mixes taking the original versions outside of drum & bass entirely - something Noisia were keen to achieve with this project. Some tracks from 'Outer Edges Remixes' will be released individually via DSPs and streaming services towards 7 April, and Camo & Krooked's mix of 'The Entangled' is available now. Fans can pre-order an 'Outer Edges Remixes' bundle, including CD and 320 kbps MP3s versions of the album, and a limited edition t-shirt, via https://store.visionrecordings.nl/product/vsn029-bundle/

Noisia have had nothing short of an incredible 12 months. Last summer's 'Outer Edges' album became one of the standout artist releases of 2016, earning them 3 awards at the Drum and Bass Arena Awards (Best Producer, Best Album with 'Outer Edges' & best video with 'Mantra'), 'Best Album' at the UK Drum And Bass Awards, and contributed towards them receiving the Beatport award for 'Best-Selling Drum & Bass Artist'.

While Noisia have transcended their genre and grown into a phenomenon in their own right, drum & bass is at the core of Noisia's sound, but their visceral brand of electronic music has always ventured further, and the trio have continuously pushed boundaries through their own music and via collaborations with artists like Amon Tobin. This attitude extends outside of the studio and into the curation of the Noisia Invites events and their DJ shows, where they share stages with the likes of Skrillex, Andy C, Gaslamp Killer and Chase & Status.

Basement Phil setup the Basement Record Label in 1989 from his record shop
'The Record Basement' in Reading, and sister Labels Homegrown, 4 To The Floor, Basement House, Basement Classics, Nu Basement Records, Sound Of The Underground, Juicy Choons, Spotlight, Street Beats, Precious Material, Mystic Moods, Pivotal Entertainment, Pivotal Grooves, Pristine & Street Life.
* Distibution Companies
Vinyl Distribution 1991 - 1997 & Nu Urban Music (2000 - 2012)
* Phil recorded as a solo artist and also produced projects with Jack Smooth and recently Shadow Cartel. Phil released under the names Basement Phil, Jack n Phil, Mystic Moods, Beatmen and Darkstar.
* First of eight vinyl singles taken from the limited Basement Phil 'Past, Present and Future' boxset.

After a flurry of hugely successful guest releases on other labels over the past 12 months the Neosignal boss man returns to home turf with a single set to keep summer ravers performing double handed fist pumps high into the sky at festivals and club dance floors across the globe. Phace reinforces his trademark sound and delivers two brand new D&B belters hot off the press.

Get ready for 'So Excited' and flip side murky tech cruncher - 'Lit Up'

Wilkinson smashes down the barriers of Drum'n'Bass with 'Hypnotic', fusing the genre he grew up listening to with pop sensibilities that appeal to a global audience, whilst experimenting with different tempos and genres. Always keen to champion new rising talent, Wilkinson has teamed up with some of dance music's rising stars including Shannon Saunders, Matt Wills and Karen Harding and established talent in the form of Wretch 32. Hailed as one of the brightest stars in dance music, 'Hypnotic' follows Wilkinson's debut album Lazers Not Included.

LP price is due to it being a 4 piece vinyl in slip case box. limited to 1000 copies

stamped whitelabel in stamped die-cut cardboard cover, including no less then twenty locked groove loops

this acr 3004 will be released in december 2015 through toolbox and suburbantrash, on black stamped whitelabel in stamped die-cut cardboard cover, including no less then eighteen locked groove loops

black 12inch vinyl with stamped labels in stamped innersleeve

Rudeness from the A Colourful Storm camp by Mark - a new name to us but he sounds like a veteran of the game. Two chopped d'n'b steppas reminiscent of Goldie and Source Direct's finest work, surfacing and dissolving between tones and fissures which remind us of Bee Mask or OPN's darkest moments. Peerless productions miles ahead of the current jungle / breakbeat revival. Featured in label head Moopie's mix on Dommune this year.

French producer Moresounds makes a welcome return to Cosmic Bridge five years after his debut. The Paris-based dub scientist was one of the first artist Om Unit picked for the label and the co-sign helped launch his career, which has since included contributions to Astrophonica, Doc Scott's 31 Records, and remixes for Machinedrum as well as a growing touring schedule that saw him take his unique live show to Asia and America in 2016. Mutation Experts catches Moresounds in a more experimental vibe with four cuts that play with the rhythmic potentials of jungle in a different style. Ting N Tings sets the mood with rolling breaks in a sea of soothing pads, subtle loops, vocal samples, and recurring sound effects anchored by deep bass to create a subtle, implied tension. Mutation Experts makes use of a catchy melody to take the listener along and once again the mood is one of subtle changes and blissful exploration, a junglist daydream. Ruff Times is the darker of the tracks on offer, a creeping roller wrapped around a two-note melody and drenched in dub, a hypnotic descent down a rabbit hole. The EP closes with Positive Yourself a mellow, downtempo production that plays with African motifs and samples for a gentle return to reality. Mutation Experts offers a perfect example of how Moresounds combines the rhythmic appeal of jungle with the transformative potential of dub, sidestepping obvious signifiers to play with possibilities. Mutation Experts invites you to take a different trip with Moresounds as your guide

* The Blackout train has well and truly left the station already in 2017, and with the year's debut single from Black Sun Empire featuring collaborations with Noisia and Pythius the momentum that is being gathered so early is bordering on frightening.

* BSE have delivered another beautifully constructed single that blends the tough sound fans are used to with Noisia's brains and Pythius' brawn. The depth of knowledge and talent in tandem with BSE's creative capacity makes the single just the adrenaline shot the scene needed to jump start the year. 'The Veil' takes a more scaled back approach by pushing its energy through a souled out bassline, whilst Pythius' influence can be heard in 'Catalyst' as it swings violently, yet gracefully, through a string of hot tempered breaks.

* The great news is that this is not just a single release, but the prologue to an epic journey that Black Sun Empire are to embark upon in 2017, with the group stating recently:
'we're excited to announce we've been working on our next album and we're almost finished, can't wait to tell everyone more about it soon'

* As a statement this is incredible news, as many fans and peers have been waiting for a BSE longplayer for a while. However, when you look at 'The Veil'/'Catalyst' as the hors d'oeuvre and appetiser, the main course is guaranteed to attain Michelin star status.

AL ZANDERS & MOOMIN REMIXES

Following on from Casino Times' debut album Familiar Circles, WOLF Music enlist Al Zanders & Moomin to remix their favourite cuts from the album.
Al Zanders delivers a classy deep house version of Carlotta while Moomin throws a curveball with a Drum n Bass remix reminiscent of a classic LTJ Bukem track from the mid 90's.

* Tom Withers fiiiiinally returns with his 8th Klute album entitled 'Read Between The Lines'.

* Written in a stone hut on the Shetland Islands over the course of 2016, Klute, AKA Tom Withers soon realised he would need more than a bongo and a Ukulele to bring his vision to fruition.

* Plans for a 6 month residency at Air Lyndhurst Studios were placed on hold after he received their quote, so Tom retreated to his own PBJ Studio and - with the help of a revolutionary sub bass simulation pack, a computer and a grant from the Wessington Howarth Foundation for the incompetent- he shat out his 8th full length LP 'Read Between The Lines'.

* As is tradition with every Klute album, the music does not stop at Drum & Bass. Klute's love affair with a vast array of influences shine through every note and beat. Elements of Techno, Film Soundtracks, Library, Shoegaze, Experimental Jazz, 60's psychedelia and Ambient soundscapes are scattered across this entire work.

* Drumming is at the core of Klute's artistry, having nagged his Mum to buy him a drum set at the age of 12 (she finally relented believing it would be broken and ignored within weeks).
Tom's superlative poly rhythms and deeply melancholic melodies are central to this 15 track set. Aided along the way by Stamina MC, Robert Manos & hotly tipped new comer Naomi Pryor on vocal duties adding to what is already being seen as one of Klute's best albums yet.

* 'My main objective was to make a record that was equally exciting to listen to both loudly and quietly - equal parts physical and mental.

* The title 'Read Between The Lines' is an urging to look beyond the face value, not just in my own music, but with everything you experience in life. This album will grown with you the more you listen and experience it. The surface layers will reveal all manor of underlying textures and feelings. Im immensely proud of this work and I really believe people will enjoy it.'

* Klute receives support from Goldie, Doc Scott, Fabio, Friction, Mary Ann Hobbs, DJ Marky, Marcus Intalex, DJ Storm and many others

In this day and age vinyl releases are getting rare in drum & bass but still we at Demand cherish them. Requisites our brand new 6 part 33 rpm series is an ode to the vinyl culture. Every release symbolizes one particular requisite that you'd evidently need to rock the so called black gold. Here served by, what else could it be, a butler we start of with the headphones...

Musically that includes the ever magnificent Phil Tangent who contributes Misgivings, a roller that effortlessly switches from euphoria to dark tones. The legend Big Bud in collaboration with Austria's finest RoyGreen, Protone & Dual on Gospodi. A smooth liquid outing that we just fell in love. The ever surprising Eastcolors with Naked Skin that brings in low slung tempo with the vocal wonder Tiiu and last but not least Demand's own nurtured talent Phase who rounds of the first part with Abundance. As the name suggests it is absolutely rich in form of vibes!

The statement that is pressed on the vinyl label couldn't be more clear... "listen to it" and we're sure you'll fall in love.





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Sicknote, J Bionic and Dissect are no strangers to the Drum and Bass scene having released individually on respected labels Horrific, Goldman and Skeleton Records, with more in the ipeline. Now Paws Recordings is here to unleash the first in a series of collaboration tracks the three have written together.Miles Away" leads the first in a series of forthcoming releases, lifting you up with soaring keys and vocals before the bassline hits to complete this driving, dancefloor number.Celestial" builds layers upon layers of percussive energy and cosmic atmosphere over a low slung bassline before gravity drops away with an intergalactic Rhodes.

KEENO's latest project 'Music For Orchestra: Drums & Bass' fuses two worlds, pumping rich classical scores with an underground drum & bass heartbeat. The recording of live orchestral elements in four new tracks has propelled his distinctive repertoire to new heights, making an incredible follow-up to his sophomore album 'Life Cycle'.

Opening track 'Enigma' balances thick staccato strings, long drawn harmonics and weighty bass for full impact. Since Keeno took part in Enter Shikari's 'Hospitalised' remix album frontman Rou Reynolds has been a big fan. He's returned the favour with a vocal lead on 'Shelter From The Storm' where natural elements create an earthly atmosphere for this deep bassy roller. Turning to Keeno's more dancefloor focused persona 'Fading Fast' mixes a heavy reverberating bassline with sharp breaths of strings to create a tension-building, powerful counterpart. Finally, the church-like vocals of 'Insomnia Of An Anxious Mind' echo the somber sounds of late night emotions - a satisfyingly moody alternative to Keeno's usual uplifting magic.

BLACKOUT MUSIC deliver an oppressive statement with their latest slice of heavy dnb, this time in the form of Slovenian artist TELEKINESIS and their OBEY EP. Delivering 2 powerful tracks designed to ensure the dancefloor submits to the authority of their hard-hitting neurofunk aesthetic, this talented pair of producers step up their game in a significant way for their 3rd outing on one of dnb's most significant Labels.

BREAK's opening evokes the intro Prodigys Smack my Bitch Up before dropping into a tear out rave destroyer of the highest order. SHUT UP shifts the EP back into deadly serious territory with a mean edge and brutal half step smackdown delivered in the 2nd drop.

Telekenesis have carved a strong path with their releases to date, following up effective forays on Bad Taste and Eatbrain with an EP truly worthy of the standard set by Blackout Music NL. The OBEY EP sees these producers once again delivering on their promising talent and brutally taking control of the sound system to represent Blackouts mighty sound.

Next in the popular 'Fast Music' series from Hospital comes 'Fast Running Music.'

50 tracks across 2 CD's with an hour on each disc.

'Fast Running Music' provides 50 doses of quality 174 beats that'll take you straight to the finish line. Hospital classics are in abundance across two mixed CDs with longstanding team member Nu:Tone setting the pace. Get heart rates increased and endorphins released with power-fuelling tracks from the likes of Camo & Krooked, Fred V & Grafix, Wilkinson, Danny Byrd and Netsky.

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As the dust begins to settle on one of his most significant and pivotal bodies of work to date - the critically acclaimed techno-focused 'Grow' released by Craig Richards on The Nothing Special - Calibre returns to his own label Signature for another fathomless LP exploration. Laced and spaced with the precision balance of sounds, speeds and styles he's known for, and predominantly characterised by his own lyrics and vocal textures, 'Deep' once again reminds us of Calibre's singular status as an artist whose creations transcend time, tempo and territory. Ranging from one of his most in-demand dubs 'No One Gets You' to poignant yearning introspection of tracks such as 'Better Than Me' and the rolling, jazzy broken beat summer serenade 'Lit', 'Deep' is yet another accomplished, alluring and truly unique pieces of work from one of electronic music's most consistent and prolific artists.

Digital is back on Metalheadz for the first time in nearly 2 years and we couldn't be happier to have such a legend in the scene releasing with us.

The 'In The Lurch EP' consists of everything that we love about Digital with the much sought after 'Sun Bites' featuring Villem on the A side. For the other 3 tracks on the release we head down the steppier route, bringing tonnes of flavour on the way as Digital flexes his production muscles.

'Fokuz Recordings proudly presents the Better World LP by powerhouse duo Macca & Loz Contreras.

With their classic Liquid Funk inspired sound the Leeds/Portsmouth based duo have built a steady reputation as DJ's and producers pursuing the more soulful end of the Drum & Bass spectrum. No bombastic kicks and snares here. They tend to stay true to their uplifting ethos through reworking iconic soul samples into danceable feel good grooves underlined by natural-sounding breaks that roll with ease.

The Better World LP showcases the duo's best work to date. In addition to a string of new cuts also 4 previous released tracks are included in the package. These works are some of their most highly regarded tracks which obviously couldn't be left out. The new tracks include a vocal featuring by Hannah Eve + remixes by Lenzman, FD and S.P.Y In addition to their work as a duo this extended album also includes solo efforts by both Macca and Loz Contreras.

Abstract Elements return to one of the founders of the Autonomic movement with two tracks that are a continuation of what shaped their stripped back, minimal approach to Autonomic and later what would be known as Microfunk'.

Abstract Elements have released on labels such as Exit, ASC's Auxiliary and recently for Noisia's Invisible imprint.

Nedostatic and Right Way are what you would expect from such talented producers, with both attention to detail and precision execution in their dynamics.

Both tracks feature in dBridge and Kid Drama's Heart Drive' podcast and followers of Exit Records and recent CNVX releases will find this to be right up their street!

Already declared by Backdrop as one of the best drum & bass releases you're likely to hear in 2014, Ivy Lab's Missing Persons EP is
nothing short of sublime; a collection of work from Sabre, Stray and Halogenix that'll simply take your breath away. Featuring their
mainstay vocal collaborator Frank Carter III on the title track, Ivy Lab carry us from sumptuous, warm liquid through to acid tinged
tech with Emperor's input and finish with some west coast, lo-riding electro crunk. Essential is an understatement.

* 12" vinyl, Full Colour Artwork Disco Bag (not shrink wrapped)

* 2017 heralds the return of Arcon 2 to the Drum and Bass massive!. The brainchild of Leon Mar who's production skills are second to none. Leon was signed to Reinforced Records between 1996-1999 and was a major force in the scene. 'The Beckoning' by Arcon 2 and 'Tha Men Who Fell To Earth' by Leon Mar, are just two examples of his work from the golden age of DnB, still revered by many and considered to be classics.

* Leon Mar / ARCON 2 returns with a new single after too many years away from the scene! Get set for more deep and dark journeys throughout 2017!

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