Beats News

* In a world of saturation where so many others copy, emulate and imitate, Metalheadz once again continues on a path to create, push boundaries and originate.
* Ahead of his forthcoming release on the next Platinum Breakz instalment, META012 sees the hugely talented Om Unit arrive on Metalheadz firing off a clear warning shot and sending out a clear message of things to follow.
* With three stone cold future cuts drawing upon influences from a time when content and credibility were key; Om unit stays true to the original blueprint and delivers a 12' which demonstrates why he is clearly pack leading right now, issuing quality with the metaphorical confidence of a lone wolf circling a field of sheep.
* All three tracks are a clear marker of Om Units sublime versatility, all healthily stamped with his unique production signature and incorporating a perfect contrast of evocative soundscapes against a 6ft deep brick wall of drum weight that hits at heart level, there is no subtlety here - simply music with intent and clear purpose, music which flies the Drum and Bass flag with pride and demands respect and attention.
* To finish off the release, the vinyl salutes back to early origins of the label and includes all three tracks on one lovely piece of black vinyl gold, the lead track A side and two tracks on the flip, all finished perfectly with original Metalheadz centre art to complete the package - You'll probably be best buying two, one to play and one to leave untouched!

* Over the years, drum & bass has seen literally thousands of record labels come and go. But amid the seemingly infinite imprints that have provided an outlet for the music, very few can claim to have had anywhere near the influence of the mighty Virus Recordings.
* Ed Rush & Optical, alongside fellow 'tech step' luminaries Matrix, Trace, RymeTyme and later Bad Company and Cause 4 Concern, layed down the Virus template on timeless tracks such as 'Gasmask', 'Watermelon' and 'Medicine', as well as LPs 'Wormhole' and 'Sleepwalk', and within just a couple of years had a seismic influence on the sound of Drum & Bass.
* Optiv & BTK join forces and invite you into their Blackjack album. Representing the next step in both their journeys,
the album sets the stage for Virus Recordings for both this year and the future. With dynamism, funk and an
overarching sense of groove, the record plays to the strengths of both producers, creating something which is more
than the sum of its parts. Take a trip into the darkside, with the experience and talent of Optiv & BTK as your guides.
* The album begins with tracks like the stalking, shimmering title cut, which features vocals from MC Rymetyme. The
pace is picked up with choices such as Telepathy and Subterranean, which show that BTK and Optiv, both with years
in the game, are still repositories of new, fresh and invigorating ideas. The latter, especially, see the producers go deep, working the elements of their tracks into different directions, but holding things together like only they can
do. The sawing, cutting Shredder is an absolutely huge track, taking influence from both electro and dark techno, to
create a menacing underworld where the stuff of nightmares comes alive.
* Complete dancefloor devastation has always been Optiv and BTK's aim, and if that is your bag, go no further than
the phenomenal Dirt Box, with its riffing, riding bassline and pure in-your-face feel. Nothing will feel the same after
you hear it, but there's no rest, as Ground Shaker (with Nuklear MC) and Snake Bite (once again with Rymetyme)
keep up the pace. The album is fresh, exciting, and shows two masters of the music taking it far and wide. The beats
smash anything they have done to date, and the basslines are always hard and tight throughout.
Touches of the old skool on Nemesis (with Mindscape), and the sheer power of Weapon Of Choice show the variety
at the heart of Blackjack, and the passion and delivery of cuts like Heart Shape (which benefits from the inclusion of
Black Sun Empire) shows that the years have taken nothing from Optiv & BTK's creative flow, and desire to rock the
crowd.
Blackjack is next level, and will be many people's choice for album of the year

* Presented on heavyweight 180gram Vinyl, with full colour outer and inner sleeves.
* A fine fusion of jazz and drum & bass - Free-spirited, rule-free and forward-thinking: jazz and drum & bass have always been a perfect fit, both spiritually and sonically. Nothing represents this better than 'JAZZ'N, a brand new collection that features goodlooking's most exciting new signings from around the world, plus tracks from some of the label's finest familiar faces. Soul massaging on and off the dancefloor, 'JAZZ'N' oozes class from every double bass-thumping, piano-stroking, trumpet-tooting beat. Curated with timeless love, 'JAZZ'N' is a vital exploration of drum & bass's most underrated yet hugely influential creative inspirations.
* Highlights:
Dj Quotes:
Dave Owen - Less Is More ('Giles Peterson - reminds me of speed back in the day')
Blade & Jrumand - Cascade ('Phat Playaz - again heavy!')

Dublin-based Absys Records launch their newest sub-label, Absys Limited, with this ethereal three track EP from Gdansk's Hatti Vatti, including a stunning remix by the leading light of the autonomic scene, ASC .
Opening track 'Simple Words' unfurls majestically with its crisp, swaggering 2-step beat and the beguiling, echo-laden vocals of Lady Katee that will no doubt see the future garage scene sit up and take notice of this exciting new label.
'Palms' is a blissfully melancholic chorus of intermingling synths, cavernous sub-bass and Chicago footwork revivalist drum patterning that exhibits Hatti Vatti's impressive knack for creating magnificent retrospective futurism.
Stepping up on remix duties, the ever in demand ASC maintains the brooding, sentimental ethos of the original, replacing its high-octane kick drums with his own unique brand of delicate and off-kilter percussion, further confirming that everything this unparalleled producer touches turns to gold.

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Absys Records Limited sublabel shows up again, now with this 'Deep Dubstep Compilation'. Twelve tracks, most of them in 140 bpm tempo, are brought to our attention by various artists from all around the world, many of whom previously contributed their work to the label with great outcome. As Absys had proven before, quality is constant, but each single track differs in atmosphere, as the range of influences is very wide. We are cruising from dark and brooding concerns in 'Inhale' and to the lighter touch of summer in Barefoot's 'Sundance', ethnic elements in 'Unsafe Operations' are moving towards some catchy vocals and stabs in LeStR 'Vapour', sense of ethereal feeling of 'Queen of Heaven' to overwhelming power of doubt in Nuage's 'Let me Believe' - it is all here. Those twelve diverse works available on CD and digital in all respected stores, so do not hesitate and grab yourself a copy!

Celsius Recordings keeps on rolling out soulful music! For their latest installment they now push forward two tracks by Spearhead Records head honcho Bcee together with Bladerunner!

finally repressed!
Hot on the heels on our favourite boywonder from kazachstan Command Strange, Fokuz now presents Intelligent Manners straight from ST Petersburg.
This double 12inch perfectly defines his funky style and is a great addition to the liquid vibes of Fokuz.

Finally Repressed!
PRSPCT vs PRSPCTXTRM 666 will be hitting the streets on March 8th 2013.

2 banging tracks of epic proportion by The Hard Way aka Limewax vs Bong Ra vs Thrasher!

The Hard Way are working hard on a full length album that is planned to be released on PRSPCT after the summer. To keep everyone entertained till that time here is a new full color artwork release on Blue vinyl by these Dutch Hardcore Drum& Bass PRSPCT Warriors!!!

On the A side we have: Devil Worshipping Motherfuckers
This tune has been creating a big buzz already. Crazy Amens, 4/4 hardcore Rave. This track has it all.
If a dance floor needs destroying. This is the tune to drop!!

On the flip of this release we have: Pentagram Of Coke
The guys felt like experimenting with 190 BPM instead of the usual 175 BPM and Pentagram Of Coke was the result. A (UK) Hardcore influenced monster with a Breakcore centre piece followed by a filthy extra hard kick after the second drop to fuck shit up even more.

Hope you guys enjoy this release as much as we do and play the fuck out of it!!!!

We love feedback so please let us know what you think!

finally repressed!

Finally Repressed!
10 Years ago BONG RA unleashed his legendary Bikini Bandits album to the world. The impact was huge. For many this was their first introduction to the Breakcore genre. Peel sessions, MTV video's.. the list goes on...

Now 10 years later, the legend that is BONG RA is still standing strong as ever and to celebrate this PRSPCT recordings is releasing a 10 year anniversary remix EP of this classic album.

4 tracks containing 2013 remixes of classic tracks by the dreaded Breakcore Master himself!

Our man Daniil Marin aka Detail from Kiev, Ukraine returns to Commercial Suicide with perhaps his best release yet, its fucking
unbelievable. Detail started making music at 16. Influenced by Technical Itch music, has carved out a niche for himself and stepped up his production skills to create techstep dnb with a dancefloor power. With releases on C.I.A., Proximity, etc. support by Noisia, The Upbeats, Break, Klute and forthcoming releases on such labels like: Symmetry, Dispatch, Utopia Music & Demand - Detail is definitely one sexy motherfucker.

Next up on COMMERCIAL SUICIDE we have label boss KLUTE with an extra special 12" single with a remix of "My Black & White" - one of the standouts from last years "The Draft" LP. Chosen for the duty is long time friend Dominick Martin aka CALIBRE. Featuring the vocal talents of North Carolina based Klose, CALIBRE has delved deep and turned this tale of heartbreak into a 7 minute hypnotic beauty. We strongly suggest you download and use it. For the flip KLUTE brings a slice of jiggy only he can do and we know you'll love it.
Available in a blue vinyl edition of 300 copies and eternal digital formats.

POLY KICKS is a new UK label run by Ed Russell
AKA Tessela. First single is the much anticipated
Hackney Parrot backed with Helter Skelter. Both
tracks are rich with the sounds of early UK hardcore
and show Tessela continuing on his breakneck
rhythmic explorations. Expect rough percussive
workouts and quality control of the highest order.
Support from Jackmaster, Loefah, Pangaea,
Pearson Sound, Paul Wollford, Truss,
Modeselektor, Addison Groove....

* SHRINKWRAPPED AND BARCODED
* The four man Austrian drum & bass dynasty Fourward come crashing through the Shogun Audio doors with their debut EP of some of the most gut wrenchingly great bass signals you'll have heard yet this year.
* 'Coundown' featuring the vocal flows of Kyza is a snarling slice of tech-stepping, Wormhole era drum & bass ready to slice the dance in two. Letting the vocals roll over the top, Fourward deliver one of their most significant moments yet, showing just why they're the newest addition to the Shogun roster.
* Watch out though as things get absolutely marching on 'Wise Guys' where it's all about the mid-range riff that works its way inside your head with military precision making for a 100% bonafide sound system banger!
* One the sickest 12's to have landed from the Shogun ship in recent months.

Dutch drum & bass imprint Citrus Recordings gears up for their 59th vinyl release by L 33, Cooh and A-Cray! Hard hitting neuro sounds made for the dancefloor, this is after dark music.

The A-side unleashes a torrent of techy beats, rolling hard and crisp over deep, undulating bass. The other track offers no rest. As its name suggests, "Extortion " is relentless, hammering down hard stepping rhythms under minimal atmospherics and the darkest of techy basslines. Do not miss this.

Unstoppable: that's the only way to describe DC Breaks right now. 2013 was an insanely big year for DC Breaks outings on Ram Records as the likes of 'Swag' dominated the Beatport number one for nine weeks and other heavyweight cuts scored support from DJs in every corner and continent. 2014 looks set to continue the onslaught. And it starts right here with 'Lock In / Shakedown', a dynamite double header designed purely for total dancefloor obliteration. Get to know: 'Lock In' kicks off with serious intent: a sharp, clipped riff and trembling, emotive pads set the dramatic scene before we're hurled into a thick bass fray. The low end roars and stretches as DC Breaks trademark drum science surges through the mix. And with additional breakbeats peppering the fills with chop-slapping cymbal splashes and chest-pressing double-kicks, an intense dynamic is maintained throughout. Handle with care... This one's dangerous.

'Shakedown' upholds the Bristol/London duo's menacing message as we're instantly sucker-punched with nagging middy notes, subtle bass tears and a pensive build-up. Before we know it, we're surrounded in a swarm of basses, each one soaring and sneering, buzzing and biting, vying for our full focus. As a cool tape-stop effect to introduce us to the breakdown, the rebuild and second drop live up to the track title in every way: this is guaranteed to shake your dancefloor so hard it's pretty much criminal.

Two huge cuts from one truly unstoppable act. DC Breaks are genuinely smashing it right now. And they're smashing it strictly on Ram Records.

* Following the success of Rawtekk's enthralling debut album 'Sprouted and Formed' last year, Med School is excited to present a brand new, limited vinyl product that features four incredible drum & bass remixes from some of the scene's most techncially-accomplished and well-respected producers.
* Friend and fellow German, Phace, has stepped up with a rework of 'Photone recruits' that is somehow even heavier and more brutal than it's predecessor, receiving DJ support from S.P.Y, Ed Rush, Enei, June Miller, Foreign Concept and Radio 1 airplay from Rockwell and Friction. Austrian Mefjus adds his own high-energy twist to 'No More Vaccine' whilst Sarajevo's finest Billain gives 'Amber's Love Was Like A Marble' the full neuro treatment. In addition, Rawtekk supply a Neuropop VIP remix of their own 2011 Youtube hit 'Snowflakes', which featured on Med School's "New Blood 011" compilation and has racked up over 350,000 views.
* The original 'Sprouted and Formed' album was featured in VICE magazine's top 5 "Best Drum & Bass Albums" of 2013 and the limited-edition vinyl sold out within 3 weeks of release. Don't miss this!

* Metalheadz platinum is back with a debut from drum n bass finest newcomer Xtrah with tracks 'No Good' and 'Directive' alongside Headz crew member and co-conspirator Mikal.
* No Good
'No Good' sees Xtrah fusing his musical leanings with his technical prowess. The intro is awash with atmosphere and much scene setting, eventually giving way to the vocal refrain that sums up the vibe of the track very well- Its about the dark nature of beauty and everything this entails. The track concerns itself with dark atmospheres and soulful tones, showing an unseen maturity to Xtrah's production.
* Directive feat Mikal
Very much a clash between Mikal and Xtrah, it's a bass workout that you would expect from there pair. The stepping drums are accented by drum and percussion fills adding to the uncompromising nature of the track, basses snake and contort around the drums encouraging one to screwface whilst eerie FX and strings add an element of mystery to proceedings.

Silent Dust approach their label none60's second release with two remixes of 'The Giant,' one of the most moving and emotive tracks off their self-titled debut album. Marcus Intalex pulls 'The Giant' out of its eerie, ethereal atmosphere and re-envisions it with tougher percussion, and a deeper sense of urgency.

LTD 12" from Chase & Status, featuring vocals from Ed Thomas taken from their third studio album Brand New Machine. Contains the origianl version & a Calibre Remix.

Really cool pack from Pushing Red, feat. superb UK Bass / techno tracks from ASC, Consequence & Martsman

Shaking ragga jungle and ragga drum & Bass. Very recommanded realese !

Really cool pack from Pushing Red, feat. superb UK Bass / techno tracks from Until Silence & Stickman

Another 12" vinyl release on Absys Records is somewhat different, one sided, limited to only 150 copies and filled with special VIP version of Fre4knc's 'Marching Cube'. As most of our long time supporters may be aware, the original version of this stomper appearead on 'Marching Cube' EP that was released last Spring 2013 as ABS12004 with very positive reaction. Still rolling at least as well as the original, this massive piece is upgraded with more dancefloorkilling weapons. The depth of subbass is overwhelming, and more drum layers create a palette new rhythmical dimensions.

117 Presents Forbidden Codes.
This compilation project is compiled and envisioned by DJ Trace, a veteran of UK dance music.New School players Verb and Quartz take on two classics to kick things off.
Mutant and Sonar get a modern and minimal touch up on crystal clear 10" collectors vinyl.
Three more 10's continue this sonic experience featuring a group of the finest underground producers in today's scene.
Kid Lib, Tim Reaper, Gremlinz & Homemade Weapons, Friske, Fade and Genotype appear over 3 plates.
Artist's on the LP display their 2014 vision which compliments the direction that 117 is heading.This moves far away from the soulless noise that plagues in various electronic dance music genres today. They use in this compilation, modern studio techniques enhanced with a passion and respect for the history of drum&bass.This LP is not to be filed under throwaway music.
Breaks and vibes unite to reminisce the days agone whilst outlining a new blueprint that pushes the boundaries of music technology. The essence of the 117 sound is explored and continues into the 24 digital tracks written by a gifted selection of hand picked talent from around the world.
Now is your turn to be possessed by the sounds of the 'Forbidden Codes' Released 28th April via ST Holdings.Mastered by Beau @ Ten Eight Seven, London.

Jungle Alliance Recordings drops a new four track limited edition 12' vinyl ready for the new season with their first release of 2014.
The new track 'Fever' is a rollin' party tune that's set to become an anthem for 2014 and beyond.
It comes courtesy of the label's very own Dialect & Kosine with a massive four track Jungle EP, that features some of the globes most prolific and talented Jungle & Dnb Producers including: Liondub USA, Gold Dubs UK & DJ Hybrid UK.
Signed exclusively in early 2014, the producers on this remix package have all completed really explosive versions of this original composition.

* As we gear up to the release of Nitri's debut album' Zero Chance', we offer you the chance to get a glimpse of what to expect with this, the first single to be taken from the LP.
* Luciano has released a slew of great 12's with Horizons over the last couple of years, constantly refining and bettering his sound with each release. The album can therefore be seen as the culmination of this effort and we are treated to two cuts of serious heat as you would come to expect from this talented Brazilian.
* 'Undeserving' features the vocal talents of Wedneday Amelia. Her sultry tones add a smokey jazz flavoured lick to proceedings, complimented by the flourishes of saxophone that feature throughout. The rumbling low end and crisp drums roll out nicely, giving the perfect platform for Wednesday's vocals to transport you away as the track progresses.
* The flip, 'Strange Side' is a different beast all together. This is a no holds barred, straight up dance floor smasher - the short intro makes way for a twisted, snarling resse-y bassline and the pounding drums are relentless throughout.
This 12' shows the diversity in Nitri's production - soulful and smooth on the one hand, deadly and destructive on the other. This is just a small taste of what's to come from 'Zero Chance'. Be prepared....

Deep down in an underground bunker in a far away forest in Switzerland the duo that is Optiv & BTK conspire to darken our
soundscapes with some of the most techtonic tech steppers the world has ever witnessed. After years of careful selection and refinement the duo, in co-operation with yours truly, have decided to unleash these superb kahoonas.
Absolutely smashed to smithereens by: Andy C, Ed Rush, Klute, Optiv & BTK (they often like their own tunes), Anthony TC1, blah
blah, you get the picture. Im sure you'll like it if you take the time to listen and enjoy. Afterwards I suggest you take a walk and enjoy the fresh air.

117 Presents Forbidden Codes.
This compilation project is compiled and envisioned by DJ Trace, a veteran of UK dance music.New School players Verb and Quartz take on two classics to kick things off.
Mutant and Sonar get a modern and minimal touch up on crystal clear 10" collectors vinyl. Three more 10's continue this sonic experience featuring a group of the finest underground producers in today's scene.Kid Lib, Tim Reaper, Gremlinz & Homemade Weapons, Friske, Fade and Genotype appear over 3 plates.
Artist's on the LP display their 2014 vision which compliments the direction that 117 is heading.This moves far away from the soulless noise that plagues in various electronic dance music genres today. They use in this compilation, modern studio techniques enhanced with a passion and respect for the history of drum&bass.This LP is not to be filed under throwaway music.
Breaks and vibes unite to reminisce the days agone whilst outlining a new blueprint that pushes the boundaries of music technology.The essence of the 117 sound is explored and continues into the 24 digital tracks written by a gifted selection of hand picked talent from around the world.
Now is your turn to be possessed by the sounds of the 'Forbidden Codes' Released 28th April via ST Holdings.Mastered by Beau @ Ten Eight Seven, London.

Introducing their first release on Dispatch, we welcome the trio Kolectiv, Dexta & Maouq to our Dispatch LTD imprint for 'The Roots EP'; presenting a selection of no-nonsense, sub-pulsated tracks in a deftly constructed package. Comprised of four dark & brooding escapades into the abyss, built largely upon a stripped-back framework, superior levels of space allow for imagination to wonder in the lower frequencies. With each track confidently shying away from the common 'rules' of arrangement, we're constantly kept guessing with each passing corner and without prompts, whether it's a shuffle into half-time tempo at interludes, or stomping and lashing back in suddenly from an often sparse or cinematic breakdowns. A finely tuned EP from a group of promising producers, expect to hear more from these guys on Dispatch again soon. This release is also lovingly dedicated by the crew and ourselves at the label to Emre Serter, father of one of Kolectiv's members that sadly passed
away recently. Emre, this one's for you.

Time to get spaced out. Opening up with dizzying vibes and a pulsing, electric undercurrent, 'Gain the Energy' buzzes its way into an outlandish skank-worthy groove - a subtly modulated, humming bassline with the texture of loose circuits, peppered with strange chords and tiny blips which echo outward endlessly. Cerebral and hypnotic, this one takes listeners to a new mental plane.. try not to get lost

While The Upbeats may explain their choice of album title with the humble statement 'We're not super tech geeks, we've always felt our approach to production is quite simple.'
Anyone who knows anything about this duo's music can tell you that the end results sound far from primitive. The cheeky-grinned New Zealanders have filled dance floors and iPod playlists around the world with their unique take on drum & bass for nearly a decade, yet their music is sounding fresher than ever; as their impressive new album is about to prove.

'Primitive Technique' is an album that caters to many but compromises for no one, and with techniques that may be primitive The Upbeats have crafted an album that sounds undeniably modern.

Lost Sequence & Codeshaper pick up where BTK left off and supply Demand Records with a fantastic second single. Nympho comes on board for remix duties and any fans of the deeper side of D&B will enjoy this high quality release.

One of the most exciting young talents to emerge in drum & bass in recent times, within two releases Chords had already secured himself a golden contract with Ram Records. Neither party has looked back since.

With an established trademark for lush, rich textures, melodic twists and that concentrated rushy energy that made us all fall in love with drum & bass in the first place, each Chords production tingles with sonic clarity and electrifying distinction. And none more so than these gems...Previously featured on Andy C's 'Nightlife 6', 'High Groove' is a game of two halves. Introducing itself as a twinkling soulful roller with glistening arpeggios and honey-coated vocal groans, it quickly explodes into an unruly romp. The bassline buzzes with incessant fire, punching through the mix with each single note hit. As the original star-gazing elements are re-introduced into the mix, it's a perfect blend of contrasts and dynamics.
'Summit' surges with even more breath-taking charm: crisp synths take the lead as the drama unfolds by way of tight steppy drums, dreamy pads and a well bodied bassline that slaps hard. Yet again, Chords has struck another perfect balance between drum & bass's quintessential elements: light and dark, slim and heavy, deep and firing, warm and icy. Finally, for added digital pleasure, Chords has also provided the cheeky 'Goodbye Groove'. A show-stopping, bass-pumping house version of 'High Groove', he's flipped the vibe so consummately it's impossible to tell which version is the original, and which one is the remix. An awesome shout out to the house crew and a fantastic creative tool if you're looking to switch between styles mid set, this smashes it in every direction. Proof that his trademark lush, rich textures and concentrated rushy energy transcend all possible genre restrictions and tempo formalities: this is Chords' biggest release to date. We can't wait to hear what he comes up with next

Fire in the hole! Hamilton is back... And he's packing two of his most explosive tracks to date.

Following the runaway success of last year's 'Schema' EP - a release that gave us huge reloads such as 'You Had It' and 'Your Love' - both 'Fire' and 'Be There' raise his bar high than ever before, developing his broad, muscular sound with undiluted creativity and energy.

'Fire' is super-charged with deadly dramatic dynamics. You'll recognise the vocal straight away. What you won't recognise is the matchless levels of intricate texture within the groove; deep layers of drums and bass tones that tear, sneer and snarl throughout. Concentrated darkness abounds, especially during the insane build-up, as Hamilton showcases his ability to balance a rich array of elements while ensuring the message is loud, clear and consistent. Dancefloor chaos guaranteed.

Next up: 'Be There'. Already championed by Andy C on his 'Nightlife 6' album, this shows an entirely different side to Hamilton. Seductive, funky and sprung with surprises, there's a great sense of both might and musicality as the ever-consistent artist explores a wide range of influences; the impeccable widescreen 80s synth drum fills, the classic mid 90s two-step rhythm, the sassy keys and vocals, spine-melting synths and chunky basslines! There's nothing out there like this right now. And we just know it's going to scintillate a lot of festivals this summer. Two more incredible premium tracks: Hamilton has smashed it... Yet again!

Next 12" taken from Sub Focus' second album Torus. Double A featuring a Ivy Lab Remix

Disc 2 holds 2 fresh talents coming from our Belgian neighbors.. Whizz & Daze are the ones who're gonna put belgium on the map DnB wize, Their tune bits and pieces follows the trend commix is setting up like a charm.. this one is a floorfiller funky steady and original.. this one has got Fokuz written allllll over it!
The side that closes down the ep is made by none other then ex-basic operations member Atlantic Connection! His tune North Side doesnt need any words.. just LISTEN! a quality tune for this quality EP!
Fokuz is running things!

Following the release of virtuoso new singles Mr. Cover Up and No-Operative across January and February, seminal DnB duo State Of Mind are to present their fourth album, Eat The Rich, on March 31st. To be released by Black Sun Empire s Blackout imprint, the album celebrates some of the best work of their career to date, underlining their remarkable pedigree and with it, their ability to fuse darker, hard-edged sounds with genuine dance floor mcredibility. Famed for their rugged basslines, steely percussion and huge, driving synth lines, State Of Mind also showcase different sides to their craftsmanship on Eat The Rich, with a number of vocal features taking centre stage. As well as NZ
rapper PercIEve s appearance on the storming, tear-out anthem Mr. Cover Up, the duo also join forces with promising songstress Sacha Vee on the wonderfully eerie Black Raven; although still bullish in style, it highlights a softer, more thoughtful side to State Of Mind. Heavyweight second single No-Operative is also an album highlight, as are further future dance floor anthems like Where You At and Put It On, as well as two unique collaborations with fellow revered DnB figureheads Black Sun Empire. To compliment the rich diversity of sound on offer, the idiosyncratic, breaks-driven heat of Fast Life and the outer-worldly, synth-laden intro on U Control Me complete what is a stunning, career-defining album.
With a European tour in support of the album set to commence in March, ahead of further headline dates in Australia and New Zealand throughout April, Eat The Rich is set to cast State Of Mind into the spotlight like never before.