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Attention dance freaks - jazzmeister Champagne is back on Midnight Sun laying down some sleazy, hypnotic- tricked out jazz vibes just like back in the day. Trip Tease if u please with sax, sinuous double bassline and filtered vocals mashed up massive courtesy of one man army PESHAY! These joints are smokin' so get on board the night train and don't lose your ticket cos Trip Tease is rolling good as a sampler for the big daddy Midnight Rollers Vol.4 EP.

Dom reunites with his old label buddies to unleash Gasoline and Sundown on Over/Shadow.

Four gritty 1993 style jungle/hardcore tracks by DUG. Includes our brand new Cantina Cuts house bag sleeve.

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For us, VISION has always been about pushing the envelope, both musically and artistically. On the "Chronos" EP, we wanted to write something with this ethos, whilst exploring themes of modern sci-fi and time travel, which is reflected in the track titles. VISION has been massively influential on us since its inception, so it's been an honour to work with them on this release.
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From Rotterdam to Saint Petersburg, to Portugal and Florida the worldwide Fokuz Family knows no bounds when it comes to crafting soulful drum and bass. The Collaborations EP showcases how team work makes the dream work.

Part two of the quadruple Fokuz All Stars compilations series. Featuring tracks that stood the test of time by Lenzman / Artificial Intelligence, Humanature / Bert H, and Kasper / Technimatic

Freiburg based Italian stallion Enea releases his 2nd longplayer "Overview" on his own, soulful South-German imprint, Beatalistics Records.

The 10 track album once again showcases the versatile background of the former Bass-Player, who grew up on the picturesque Lake Constance. Having been a familiar name in the international Drum'n Bass scene for more than a decade, Enea now also takes us beyond the classic 170+ bpm rhythm structures to give us a proper "Overview" of his musical philosophy.

Comprising his typical softer rolling, Liquid based tunes like "Wonders" featuring label partner MC Fava, "Earthrise" with "Freebird" or "Moon" alongside the vocal talent Vavunettha, he additionally presents various influential styles throughout the album. "Interstellar Dub" and the dub remix of "Nuh Smile" featuring Kyrad from Switzerland lead us off the beat on dubby paths, whereas the title track "Overview", "Clouds" or the remix of "Fly High" with Meks Sample & El Tronic show his affinity for smoother Trip-HipHop grooves. By the way, you might recognize an organic and pulsating bass here and there, of course played by the maestro himself! This is warm and beautiful music for sophisticated and open minded souls. Enea!

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Stepping up with an astounding collection of first-class sonics, Fred V’s
highly anticipated debut solo album, ‘Radiate’ is on the horizon for the
summer of 2021, on Hospital Records.
Consisting of 15 tracks that feature exciting collaborations with Millbrook, Zara
Kershaw, Vonn , Lottie Jones and SAYAH. Fred V’s first-ever standalone longplayer is everything you’d hope for and more, built from an infusion of electronic
influences from the past, present and future.
Expect an up-close and intimate insight into the Exeter-based multi-instrumentalist, as he continues to carve out his unique musical identity through ethereal
soundscapes and melancholic climates.
With his debut album marking a fresh chapter in his career as a solo artist, Fred
V’s journey so far has been a remarkable one. From his decade-long collaborative project alongside Grafix which saw many world tours, live shows and three
studio albums.
Since embarking on his individual venture Fred V has put out a string of successful releases which have drawn support from airwave tastemakers Annie
Mac, Ren LaVice, MistaJam, Charlie Tee and more.
Diving deep into the exploration of his own sound, expect to find Fred V playing at Hospitality Bristol BBQ in August, Hospitality Weekend In The Woods and
Sundown Festival in September.

fter a series of successful digital releases, Minos now drops his solo debut EP on Fokuz. The "Tribe EP" contains four well-crafted tracks in his signature liquid style.

Following the Four Tet, Batu, Damian Lazarus, remixes of electronic hero Krust’s critically acclaimed album ‘The Edge Of Everything’, the A-list versions keep flowing with Calibre, LCY and Flynn each re-working a different track from the LP on Krust - TEOE Remixes #2.

Fellow D&B don Calibre turns ‘It’s A Lot’ into a warm, glowing two-step roller with serrated analogue bass and a subtly masterful musicality befitting of his classical training.

Rising new school queen LCY is clearly a kindred spirit, rivalling Krust with her future-facing breakbeat science that’s equally as compelling and inventive as the original, but also totally unique.

Rounding off the remixes with a rugged halftime head-nodder and bringing things full circle is Krust’s brother Flynn; a fellow member of 1989 ‘Wishing On A Star’ hitmakers Fresh 4 alongside Krust – and also a jungle legend in his own right – as half of veteran duo Flynn & Flora.

With such inspiring source material, it’s unsurprising that all of the remixers have brought their best game to this impeccable collection.

Committed to showcasing the very best up and coming drum & bass talent, Hospital Records proudly present their brand new Future Symptoms release series. Served in doses of 4-track EPs, the A&R squad have been hard at work finding fresh sounds and unique styles from the next generation of artists. Coming through to make their mark on Future SymptomsVol.1 are Winslow, Mozey and Shady Novelle, Villem and Alpha Rhythm, Zeitgeist and Nia Archives.



Following up from his releases on Mitekiss & Mr Porters Goldfat imprint and Pilot Records, rapid rank-riser Winslow sets things in motion with Amore which sees delicate pianos and trinkling ride cymbals flourish into a jazz-infused drum & bass masterpiece. Snappy drums and Winslows very own vocals flare into the limelight as he proves why hes quickly progressing from one to watch to a staple of the scene.



With releases on Liquid V, Souped Up, and Serial Killaz, Mozey steps up alongside Shady Novelle with Sometimes. This floaty stepper warmed by Shady Novelles vocals soon turns dark and dangerous when a fizzling bassline and unruly drumwork take hold. This isnt the first time this duo have done damage in the studio - their release on DJ Zincs Bingo Bass imprint received support from Rene LaVice on BBC Radio 1 in 2020.



Drum & bass master Villem paired up with one of his promising production students Alpha Rhythm, who hosts his very own drum & bass podcast which racks up thousands of weekly views. The Maker is a treat for the senses - blissfully atmospheric and equipped with hypnotic arpeggios and soothing pads, this one is for the deep liquid heads.



Promising musical talent Zeitgeist and V Recordings EQ50 mentee, singer-songwriter Nia Archives lay down unparalleled vibes on Move On, as upbeat guitar strums and feel-good trumpets pave the way for meticulously crafted breakbeats and a hefty upright bassline. With both Zeitgeist and Nia Archives claiming a healthy selection of self-releases, theres no doubt these two will be at the forefront of drum and bass next generation.



The future of drum & bass is looking stronger than ever. Hospital Records latest Future Symptoms release series offers an insight into the ever-expanding community, shining a spotlight on budding talents and future stars. Dont sleep on these names!

Fokuz Recordings, founded early 1999 by Dreazz and Drum Origins, has been through a lot over a long, winding road. Thanks to the boundless dedication of our talented artists and the loving fans, we can now celebrate our 15th anniversary! Expect six 12'' records and a double CD packed with tracks by some of the most upfront names in present day drum & bass. This is 15 Yearz Of Fokuz - Episode 1.1.

On the A-side we find the mighty Lenzman on remix duties! With an album forthcoming on Metalheadz he's one of the major players in drum & bass today. Exactly the reason why he delivers effortlesy with this fresh, smooth take on 'Rock Steady' by Command Strange.

On the flip London based outfit Reds come correct with 'Meraki'. Their diverse production makes them stand out from the pack although this particular track leans more towards a more classic liquid funk sound. It contains gentle piano keys and tight drums that roll along nicely for the duration. Add a warm sub bass that shines through from below, little edits adding interest and you've got something exciting!

2 killer remixes from the Ingredients catalogue.

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"Artificial Intelligence has been a fascinating area for me since 2017, and Cypher is a body of my work, an album, that draws heavily on it for inspiration. I tried to combine classical elements and modern techniques as much as possible when creating it, so that it has both a sense of the familiar and the new. I created the artwork by programming a GAN algorithm using face-transfer concept in combination with a street-art dataset from Istanbul."

- GRANUL

Radio support from: 96 Back, Emerald, Breaka, Kessler

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Fokuz Recordings, founded early 1999 by Dreazz and Drum Origins, has been through a lot over a long, winding road. Thanks to the boundless dedication of our talented artists and the loving fans, we can now celebrate our 15th anniversary! Expect six 12'' records and a double CD packed with tracks by some of the most upfront names in present day drum & bass. This is 15 Yearz Of Fokuz - Episode 1.2.

On the A-side Malaky brings the sweetness with 'Connected'. Heavy delayed chords, spacious strings and vocals in combination with a warm bass make this an abolute beauty! Great sounds coming from a producer you need to watch.

On the flip 'With U' by Moscow based Impish turns up the heat. Don't let the groovy intro fool you because the drop comes in unexpected! Rolling amens with soaring bass sounds make this a proper dancefloor banger, with a bit of class ofcourse. Not to be missed!

Furious debut from Kesa Getame. Precision drum programming and remorseless, uncompromising swing across four battle-ready tracks. It's music situated within dystopia, no doubt, but associations with only cataclysm and dread seem superficial. Vicious euphoria feels more appropriate, and it delivers this within a cutting-edge framework that manages to balance meticulous detail and raw expression whilst making it all sound effortless. Serious business.

The Solar Winds EP completes a trilogy of EP releases from London based DJ/Producer duo Suburban Architecture. Drawing heavily on influences from one of Drum & Bass's most innovative eras, the mid to late 90s, the duo's productions place a contemporary spin on sounds rooted in this golden era of dance music.

In a similar vein to the previous two EP releases (2019's "Visions" and 2020's "Alternative Futures"), this new 4 track EP delivers another collection of sounds that meet at the intersection of 90s and modern production. Title track "Solar Winds" laces rolling drums over melancholy piano riffs, ultimately giving way lively jazz drums, spacious atmospherics and unexpected bass twists. "Unwound" marries dreamy, swimming layers of pads and flutes with Jungle drum programming and a bubbling b-line to deliver a track that sits somewhere between '94 Jungle and Jazzy roller.

"Renegade Horns" meanwhile is all about contrast - subtle pads, piano and of course atmospheric horns clash with massive Dillinja-inspired drums and weighty bass. "Footprints" closes out the EP - an epic roller packed with textured Rhodes, female vocals, light synth lines and a distant guitar.

The second release on Club Qu Records is a pure sheller of an EP from two longtime friends with a mutual love for UK future sounds. Anthea, ancient greek for ,,blossom" is referring to Thrived as a concept of mutual growth. Cconsisting of four tracks threaded together by rolling percussive sounds and breaks. The two present a clear tendency towards modern UK Club sound, yet carrying a bit of past reminiscent Berlin Techno aesthetics. The artwork is created by the ClubQu community.

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James Clements debuts on 2 Bad Mice's Over/Shadow with 2 tracks showcasing just why he is a pure alchemist when it comes to creating atmospheric DnB

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For the next vinyl instalment by Fokuz Recordings newcomers Air.K and Cephei return to the label with ''Just Because'', an absolute face melter with cut up heavy delayed vocals and tightly processed breaks. On the flip Need For Mirrors and Concord Dawn take things down a notch with the hypnotic ''Willow Grain''.

One of drum & bass' best kept secrets Brother returns to Fokuz Recordings with his sophomore album the 'Cold Shoulder LP'. The album showcases Brothers admiration for jazz, funk, soul but also scraps of reggae and dub music are occasionally to be found. It's groovy, delightful and has a retro feel to it, a true indication of where the artist and label are at the moment.

With the double CD containing 13 luscious drum & bass cuts as well as 14 downtempo tracks, ranging from deep house to nu-jazz, Brother has really outdone himself this time

or part 4 of the FOKUZ050 series, the mighty Command Strange from Kazakhstan teams up with Nottinghill, UK based producer Dynamic resulting in a beautifull jazzy roller. 'Lost In You' is a true piece of craftsmanship: a smooth rolling drumline accompanied by delightfull jazz samples eventually switching to a misty atmospheric vibe.

Did Fokuz ever let you down~ I dont think so.. and just like the previous releases this one isnt one to miss!

Hobzee & Zyon Base combine their skills with the mighty Brother for another sexy ass tune that they just dont make anymore... Piano Keys and rolling beats rrrrr get the girls in the mood with this one...

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Introducing Cutcross, created to champion the melting pot of bass-centric sounds teetering around 140 bpm. Heading up the concept is Sicaria Sound, a DJ duo who since their inception set out to explore and expand on the possibilities of these sounds whilst spotlighting underground artists. Cutcross is therefore their next step in supporting the forward-thinking music that they've drawn for when curating sets.

"CXT001: With The Fracture" is a nod to some of the sounds that started off each of their relationships with raves, later helping soundtrack many of the dances they went to together once their friendship began. In being no strangers to club floors, this first release presents four carefully chosen cuts made to move to.

Fire up the time machine and dial it back to the noughties with this beautiful joint courtesy of the Midnight Sons blending it old school with aged sonics crafted clean for beat connoisseurs. Summer vibes are in full effect! On remix duty hailing from the smoke is Tom Withers aka Klute in fine form with his own slick take on Bring It Back. Its time 4 magic peeps!

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Hailing from LA, Atlantic Connection has been pioneering his own style of ''future soul'' a signature blend of soul, R&B, dubstep and bass music.

For the 63th vinyl installment by Fokuz Recordings he delivers two exciting pieces of d&b aimed towards the soulful spectrum of the genre. The 12'' kicks off with 'One Moment', a heartfelt roller with beautiful chopped samples, textures and tones.

Fokuz Recordings returns with a marvelous 12'' disc by Bcee, RoyGreen, Protone and Rowpieces! Chilled out beats for the stay-at-home-massive.

'Breath In' by Bcee features some catchy vocals over a nice stepping beat, vibes galooorreee! Another masterpiece by one of the most respected producers today. We continue with 'Raindrop Blues' by RoyGreen & Protone. It's a heartfelt roller with jazzy breaks and cuts that fits the time of the year perfectly. Last up we find Rowpieces with 'Jungle Ballad' blending the rough with the smooth. Soulful textures with raging but well balanced bass sounds. Wait, did we say 'stay at home' Get your ass over to the dancefloor and shake it!
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