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CRIT 070D
13 May 13

Emperor - "Begin" (feat Georgia Yates) - (6:00) 174 BPM

Emperor - "She Said" - (6:37) 174 BPM

Emperor & Centra - "Solar" - (5:10) 174 BPM

Emperor - "Radar" - (4:59) 172 BPM

Emperor - "Precursor" - (5:12) 172 BPM

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Review: Emperor began his journey not so long ago with his own brand of drum & bass that reaches beyond the depths. This EP sets out in stone his arrival into the inner circle. Starting off with the hauntingly savage "Begin" featuring the silken tones of Georgia Yates, there is no let up in the speed or accuracy with which tunes are flung forward. "She Said" is a double bass stepper Roni Size would be envious of, "Radar" rips through minimal synths at hyperspeed, "Precursor"'s strange, offset tape noise intro gives way to serious bass tremors and "Solar", featuring fellow English bass terroriser Centra blasts partway through the universe with huge neuro shockwaves. A serious contender for EP of the year so far.

TUFFIST/SOUL REBEL/BLUNTSKULL/HAMMOND CLASSICS/DJ TZINAS

Ragga Party Jams Vol 8

Dirty Dubster Digital

DDD 040
15 May 13

Tuffist - "Smoke The Weed" - (5:02) 175 BPM

Soul Rebel - "Train To Skaville" - (4:59) 172 BPM

Hammond Classics & DJ Tzinas - "Dela Dela" - (3:20) 146 BPM

Bluntskull - "Old Vet" - (3:14) 155 BPM

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Played by: Justin Johnson, Ez Icarus

Review: Billed as 2013's biggest collection of reggae-fuelled party tracks, this madcap collaboration between New York's own reggae star Tuffist and newcomers Soul Rebel, DJ Tzinas and Bluntskull whips up new creations from some of reggae's finest tracks. From Toots and the Maytals to The Ethiopians, Soul Rebel, DJ Tzinas and Hammond Classics work together to bring a new flava, while Tuffist's jungle vibes and Bluntskull's breakbeat hype provide fresh new sounds to get the party skanking. Don't underestimate the power of reggae to get floors filled across the country, this series confronts non-dancers and shuns bad feelings. Embrace the party jams!

PHILTH

Heart Songs

Soul Deep Recordings

buy whole release (6 tracks) from ~~$8.94~~ $7.29

SDRRLS 86
13 May 13

Regrets - (6:09) 175 BPM

Heart Song - (5:17) 175 BPM

Catharsis (feat Sinai) - (6:00) 175 BPM

Selective Memory - (6:18) 175 BPM

Set Me Free (feat Helena) - (5:00) 175 BPM

Humbled (feat Facing Jinx) - (6:02) 175 BPM

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Review: London-based DJ and producer Philth has a lot on his plate. Aside from providing the beats for his weekly Origin FM show, teaching the youth how to produce and record for themselves and toying with the pressing matter of becoming potentially the most prolific drum & bass producer ever to have existed, he's also found the time to create each of the cracking soulful tracks on this little beauty. Working with Soul Deep for the first time, Philth chose to work outside of his comfort zone, crafting beautifully written D&B as a counterpoint to his usual ruff-and-tumble bass-heavy dancefloor smashers. The result is a gorgeous collection of heartfelt depth and smooth vibes. Check "Humbled", our favourite of the lot.

DEEKLINE/ED SOLO

Bounce N Shake

Rat

buy whole release (29 tracks) from ~~$43.21~~ $15.99

RAT 001ALB
18 Feb 13

Gloria (feat Christina Nicola) - (3:38) 175 BPM

Bad Boys (feat Top Cat) - (4:51) 175 BPM

Always RIP (feat Donna Dee) - (5:10) 175 BPM

All Gravy (feat Darrison) - (4:09) 175 BPM

Reload (feat Million Dan) - (4:51) 175 BPM

Hey Mr DJ (feat Christina Nicola & Sporty-O) - (4:03) 175 BPM

No No No (feat Gala Orsborn - Serial Killaz remix) - (5:15) 175 BPM

Deekline & Ed Solo vs Nu Jam - "Countdown" - (4:35) 175 BPM

Hold Your Head Up High (feat Gala Orsborn) - (5:03) 175 BPM

Weekend Lover (feat Christina Nicola) - (5:10) 175 BPM

Deekline & Hardy Hard - "Can't Hide It" - (6:34) 175 BPM

Ridin (with AfroWhitey) - (4:23) 175 BPM

Champion Number 1 (feat Million Dan & Kidd Money) - (4:33) 175 BPM

Together (with Sweetsounds feat Darrison) - (3:16) 175 BPM

You Can Be My Night - (4:31) 175 BPM

Dancehall Tribute (feat Tenor Fly) - (3:40) 175 BPM

I Like Girls (feat Sporty-O) - (4:58) 175 BPM

Blaze It Up (feat Million Dan) - (4:27) 175 BPM

Blowout - (5:38) 175 BPM

Deekline & Ed Solo vs Dustin Hulton - "Stay The Night" - (6:03) 175 BPM

Shake The Pressure (Marten Horger remix) - (4:49) 175 BPM

City To City (feat Darrison & Rubi Dan) - (4:26) 175 BPM

Gimme (A Piece Of That Booty) (feat DJ Assault) - (5:05) 175 BPM

Take It (feat Gala Orsborn) - (4:52) 175 BPM

Deekline & Ed Solo vs Shystie - "Nu Style" (Disco VIP mix) - (5:57) 175 BPM

Freefall Collective - "Ganjaman" (Deekline's Swagger Jackin VIP mix feat Rubi Dan) - (5:52) 175 BPM

Deekline & Tim Healey - "Creeping" (Ed Solo & Krafty Kuts remix) - (4:18) 175 BPM

Deekline & Hardy Hard - "Can't Hide It" (NorthBass remix) - (5:57) 175 BPM

Together (with Sweetsounds feat Darrison - MutantBreakz remix) - (6:38) 175 BPM

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Played by: Hong Kong Ping Pong, DJ Aka (Funk Moguls), Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Juno Recommends Brokenbeat/Nu Jazz, Juno Recommends Electro House, Badboe, Euphonique, Run Riot, Ragga Scum, Ez Icarus, Basement Freaks, S Man

Review: Bang! There'd been hushed tones of this opus for well over a year, and at a whopping 29 tracks, it's been well worth the wait. Showcasing their widest repertoire, within the first trio of tracks we're already treated to Latino swing breaks, new jungle jiggery and dramatic dubstep. This wide-eared vibe embracement runs throughout consistently; "Hey Mr DJ" rattles a few electro-hop cages, "Countdown" is quintessential booty-bass heaven complete with delectable UK hip-hop rhymage, while "You Can Be My Night" shoots us up to planet D&B on a floaty carpet of rave heritage. A solid calling card to every party in town, it's time to get bouncing...

VARIOUS

Sacred Souls Vol 4

Soul Deep Recordings

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SDRRLS 85
13 May 13

Remote - "Stars" - (6:41) 172 BPM

Intersoul - "In Your Eyes" - (5:23) 172 BPM

Phase 2 - "Float On" - (6:19) 175 BPM

Simplification & Electric Soul - "Maybe" - (5:01) 173 BPM

Marcio Mouse - "Endgame" - (5:37) 175 BPM

Funkware - "Grey Valley" - (6:39) 174 BPM

Skeletone - "Mysterious Vibes" - (5:38) 174 BPM

Jaybee - "I'll Make It Better" (feat Blak) - (5:51) 175 BPM

George William Harrold - "The Look In Her Eyes" - (5:42) 174 BPM

HumaNature - "Introspection" - (5:33) 173 BPM

innaSelf - "Green Room" - (5:40) 175 BPM

Disept & Zendi - "Around The World" - (5:22) 174 BPM

Synthetic Journey - "All Your Love" - (5:08) 174 BPM

Edwud - "Remember" - (4:43) 174 BPM

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Review: LA-based drum & bass label Soul Deep Recordings is one of the most diverse and prolific out there. Concerning themselves with the deeper side of D&B, unlike many labels who take "soulful" to automatically include liquid, much of this release features tracks focused on the heady early days of drum & bass to fantastically smooth effect. Most, if not all the tracks included are from new, upcoming artists from around the globe and this is reflected in the diversity and energy of the compilation as a whole. Check Disept & Zendi - "Around The World" for early days vintage vibes, Introspection - "HumaNature" for deep, rolling beauty and Remote - "Stars" for some truly old school sounds. Essential listening for those who prefer beauty in their bass.

MALAKY

Own World EP

Fokuz

FOKUZ 13040
13 May 13

Vibrate - (6:41) 172 BPM

Own World (feat Lyndsey Murray) - (6:48) 174 BPM

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Review: Releasing on Focuz for some time now, UK-based Malaky has been bringing his own blend of harmonious liquid and breakbeat-inspired rhythms to the worldwide D&B scene. This two track EP explores his deeper side, starting with the lush textures and widescreen sound of "Vibrate", a true liquid stepper that should sit high on any D&B setlist. "Own World" features soulful vocals from Lyndsey Murray and launches straight into whimsical string sampling and hard stepping beats. Warm rolling bass smothers the low end in a deep, resonant glow, leaving a barely heard sax to echo into the sunset. A gorgeous way to finish your evening.

Planet V: Drum & Bass Vol 1 (mixed by Bryan Gee)

VARIOUS

Planet V: Drum & Bass Vol 1 (mixed by Bryan Gee)

V Recordings

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506018 2935298
29 Apr 13

Mr Joseph feat David Rodigan - "Rodigan" - (5:30) 174 BPM

Mr Joseph - "Wonderful Feeling" - (5:55) 174 BPM

Dr Meaker - "Music In The Night" - (5:23) 175 BPM

Savage Rehab - "Desire" - (6:20) 174 BPM

DJ Chap - "Don't Wait For Me" - (5:57) 175 BPM

Seven feat Alys Be - "Came To Play" (Need For Mirrors remix) - (5:35) 174 BPM

Peshay vs Lee Spectrum - "Solina" - (6:33) 177 BPM

DJ Chap feat Iriann Joyce - "Midnight Love" (Dramatic & Dbaudio remix) - (6:07) 172 BPM

Northern Lights feat Malisha Bleau - "Wasting Time" - (4:50) 175 BPM

Artificial Intelligence feat Steo - "Let It Be" (DJ Marky & Spy remix) - (5:43) 173 BPM

Decimal Bass - "Only" - (4:32) 174 BPM

Ruffstuff & Jayline - "Foundation" - (5:36) 175 BPM

Savage Rehab - "The Drums" - (6:39) 174 BPM

Critycal Dub - "Situations" - (6:40) 174 BPM

DJ Chap - "Inna Streets" - (6:44) 175 BPM

Eveson feat Jo S - "Time Flows By" - (4:58) 170 BPM

Acuna feat David Boomah - "I'll Be Gone" - (5:20) 174 BPM

Calibre - "Easy Glide" - (5:55) 175 BPM

Level 2 - "Fast Lane" - (5:19) 178 BPM

Mr Joseph feat Kate White - "I Still Love You" - (4:52) 174 BPM

Mr Joseph - "Don't Stop The Rock" - (5:55) 174 BPM

Juiceman - "She Said" - (5:11) 175 BPM

Calibre - "Blazin" - (5:11)

David Boomah & Serum - "Why They Wanna" - (5:18)

David Boomah feat Serocee/Aries & Gold - "Forward Ever" (Unreal remix) - (5:14)

Dr Meaker - "Music In The Night" (Unreal remix) - (5:15) 175 BPM

Eveson - "Deeper Green" - (5:32) 172 BPM

Serum & Heist - "Live At The Apollo" - (5:36) 175 BPM

Ruffstuff & Friller vs Nu Elementz - "Gatts" - (4:30) 174 BPM

Level 2 - "Red Notes" - (6:12) 175 BPM

Nitri - "Break The System" - (5:44) 174 BPM

Savage Rehab - "Bloom" - (6:37) 174 BPM

Dr Meaker - "Fighter" (Unreal remix) - (5:32) 173 BPM

Artificial Intelligence feat Dan Bowskill - "Mind Control" - (4:49) 175 BPM

Artificial Intelligence - "Uprising" (Dillinja remix) - (4:12) 174 BPM

Does Not Compute - "Wheels Of Steel" - (5:13) 174 BPM

Bladerunner - "Love Is Gone" - (6:19)

Dramatic & Dbaudio - "Revolution Groove" - (4:51) 175 BPM

DJ Krust - "Guess" (Cabbie & Origin remix) - (4:50) 174 BPM

Pleasure & Origin - "Dub After Dub" - (5:13) 174 BPM

Juiceman - "Zion Sound" - (4:48) 175 BPM

Various Artists - "Planet V Drum & Bass Vol 1 Pt 1" (mixed by Bryan Gee (continuous DJ mix)) - (1:01:11) 181 BPM

Various Artists - "Planet V Drum & Bass Vol 1 Pt 2" (mixed by Bryan Gee (continuous DJ mix)) - (1:10:20) 180 BPM

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Played by: Tchphnx

Review: Taking in drum and bass from all over the world for more than a decade, V Recordings and planet V have been a lynchpin in the scene and continue to release iconic drum and bass into their 14th year. Planet V - Volume 1 is a testament to one of the longest-running drum and bass nights still in existence. Mixed by the legendary Brian G, the compilation steps through all the sounds that make up this vibrant genre through the ears and eyes of V Recordings who've seen it all through from the very beginning. From Mr Joseph's natty ode to Rodigan right through to the smooth, contemporary sound of Artificial Intelligence as remixed by Marky & S.P.Y, the soulful, unmistakeable lilt of Calibre and the old school stylings of dRamatic & dbAudio, this is an LP any self-respecting D&B fan needs. A stunning tracklist with the credentials to match, get it while it's hot.

FRANKEE

Turning Point EP

Program

502444 1220105
12 May 13

Harlequin - (5:09) 174 BPM

Paranormal - (5:09) 174 BPM

Saffron - (4:53) 174 BPM

Flintstone - (5:11) 174 BPM

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Review: Launching ProgRAM last year with his single "Pandorum", Frankee has become a flagship artist for the label. Returning once again with his first EP, he and ProgRAM hope to take the D&B world by storm with his unique take on dancefloor-ready, intelligent tunes. Each track shows a different side to the UK born producer, from the atmospheric-laden unearthliness "Harlequin"to the straight-up dancefloor destroying sounds of "Paranormal"; the intensely exotic vibes of "Saffron" permeating a perfectly rolling Reese and ends up with the comedy jungle influences of "Flintstone" where cartoon becomes reality. Don't believe us? Have a listen yourself - it's all there.

VARIOUS

Family Album

PRSPCT

buy whole release (13 tracks) from ~~$19.37~~ $10.99

PRSPCTLP 005
06 May 13

Goldberg Variations - "Whoopi Of" - (4:01) 175 BPM

Eye-D - "Mission Statement" - (5:36) 175 BPM

Lowroller - "Payback Time" - (5:52) 175 BPM

Katharsys & Cooh - "Dark Red" - (5:07) 175 BPM

Donny & Dub Elements - "The Evil" - (6:48) 175 BPM

Gancher & Ruin - "Victim" - (6:13) 175 BPM

Limewax & Thrasher - "PRSPCT Wrecking Crew Anthem" - (4:23) 175 BPM

Sinister Souls - "Skullsplitter" - (4:42) 175 BPM

DJ Hidden - "The Raw Universe" - (6:03) 175 BPM

Cooh & Current Value - "Biohazard" - (5:11) 175 BPM

Igor - "Total Confusion" - (5:23) 175 BPM

Counterstrike & Bong-Ra - "Possessed" (feat Jonny Pettersson) - (4:50) 175 BPM

Hallucinator - "Death Will Set Us Free" - (5:05) 178 BPM

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Played by: Fracture4

Review: Rotterdam's own Prospect Recordings enjoys a huge following and an even bigger roster of mashed-up, dark and filthy artists, and this family album looks to capitalise on some of this artistic wealth. Why not? If you had a back catalogue full of some of the most insane drum & bass on offer to the wider world, wouldn't you want to share it? Littered with breakcore, neuro, gabber and hardcore, it's a whipround through the neck-breakingly heavy side of drum & bass that many fear to tread. Track names like "Skullsplitter", "Total Confusion" and "Death Will Set Us Free" have rarely been so truthfully descriptive, and even label darlings Counterstrike and Bong Ra team up for "Possessed", a feeding frenzy of metal, breakcore and drum & bass. A horror movie for your ears. Nobody's lives were ever enriched by staying inside the chillout room.

BENNY PAGE feat SOLO BANTON

Jungle Assassins Vol 4

High Culture

CULTURE 012
13 May 13

Dangerous (feat Solo Banton - Levela remix) - (4:50) 175 BPM

Rumple Stinkslit - (4:25) 175 BPM

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Review: Mixing upfront jump up with jungle has made the Jungle Assassins series of releases a total necessity for all fans of either genre. Vol 4 is no exception, starting off with Levela's hard-hitting remix of "Dangerous" featuring the unmistakeable vocals of Solo Banton. Bouncing hard but still keeping track of Benny Page's floorfilling original, it's a tune to suit every party. "Rumple Stinkslit" is another Benny Page jump up masterpiece, plus, who doesn't love a good anagram? Big, brash and ready to tear up your dancefloor, like Red Bull-fuelled raving in a china shop, don't expect to stop until everything's destroyed.

VARIOUS

Global Footwork Vol 1

Booty Call

buy whole release (12 tracks) from ~~$17.88~~ $10.99

BCR 028
13 May 13

DJ Phil - "Access" (feat Sat Pm) - (3:48)

DJ Earl - "U Gon Suck to" - (3:15)

Juke Ellington - "Tek & Trill Life" (feat Heavee Dee) - (4:01)

EQ Why - "And There I Go" - (3:01)

Fidser - "Juke Bells" - (4:14)

DJ Hilti - "Sex To Me" - (4:09)

Sarantis - "Nice To C" - (4:33)

Satanicpornocultshop - "Osaru No Kagoya" - (3:06)

DJ Taye - "She Like 2 Twerk" - (3:39)

Guchon - "Tennoz" - (5:44)

Mister Ries - "The Near Future" - (6:30)

DJ Curt - "My Sorrows" - (4:17)

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Review: The phenomenon that answers to the names 'footwork' or 'juke' has spread far and wide since its origins as a sped up fusion of ghetto, jackin' and hip-beats in Chicago. It's spread so far in fact, that French label, Booty Call, have taken it upon themselves to present this inspired compilation in an attempt to put the genre firmly on the musical map. They've got taste too, and highlights of these 12 prime cuts include: the deep synth fest of 'Access", the porno-hop frenzy of "Sex To Me" and the Kenny G on downers vibe of "My Sorrows".

JFB

Swing Bum

Freshly Squeezed

ZESTEP 049
27 Apr 13

Swing Bum - (4:43)

Swing Ya Beard (feat Beardyman) - (4:31)

Nobody Else - (5:23) 130 BPM

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Played by: Nick Hollywood, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, The Funk Hunters, Ragga Scum, Ez Icarus, Essex Groove

RAY KEITH vs TENOR FLY

Renegade Live

Dread Recordings

505114 2099716
10 May 13

Phenomenon One (extended vocal mix) - (6:21) 175 BPM

Phenomenon One (Bladrunner dub remix) - (6:22)

Phenomenon One (original dub remix) - (7:49) 175 BPM

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Review: Original breakbeat DJ and one of the founding fathers of drum and bass, Ray Keith's part in the early days of the scene can't be overstated. Match the man himself with Tenor Fly, one of the most distinctive voices in breakbeat and drum and bass and you've got a recipe for some seriously baking riddims. Renegade Live is Keith's dream - a fully live jungle setup that brings energy and soul back to those dark rooms filled with bass and nodding heads. Potentially the hottest ticket for the forthcoming festival season, Bladerunner's dub remix packs some serious punch, adding after dark attitude and ghostly keys. Hotly tipped for this summer, all eyes on Renegade - don't sleep.

Sounds Of The Innerground (unmixed tracks)

RANDOM MOVEMENT/VARIOUS

Sounds Of The Innerground (unmixed tracks)

Innerground

buy whole release (15 tracks) from ~~$22.35~~ $13.49

506014 2171247
29 Apr 13

DJ Marky - "A Disco Funk Organisation" - (5:13) 174 BPM

Submorphics - "Summer Soul" - (4:30) 172 BPM

Total Recall - "Pied Piper Effect" - (4:55) 175 BPM

DJ Marky & Makoto - "Bloody Mary" - (5:42) 174 BPM

Andrezz - "Bring Me Back" - (5:44) 174 BPM

Random Movement - "Domino Crude" - (5:39) 175 BPM

DJ Marky & SPY - "Yellow Shoes" (Calibre remix) - (5:45) 175 BPM

Dialogue - "Won't Budge" - (5:11) 175 BPM

Pennygiles - "Life Goes" - (8:00) 174 BPM

Random Movement - "Down Somehow" - (5:19) 175 BPM

T>I - "2nd Chance" - (6:39) 175 BPM

Roy Green & Protone & Monologue - "Break" - (5:15) 172 BPM

dRamatic & dbAudio - "1971" - (5:52) 175 BPM

DJ Marky & Makoto - "Call Me" - (5:20)

Various - "Sounds Of The Innerground" (continuous DJ mix Random Movement) - (1:08:18) 178 BPM

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CURTIS LYNCH feat MILLION STYLEZ/MR WILLIAMZ

Champion

Necessary Bass

NB 008
13 May 13

Champion (Benny Page remix) - (4:06) 175 BPM

Champion (dub - Benny Page remix) - (4:06) 175 BPM

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FADE

Song Of The Stars LP

Faded Music

buy whole release (14 tracks) from ~~$20.86~~ $10.99

FADED 005
13 May 13

Acoustica - (5:44) 170 BPM

Dark Planet - (4:50)

1961 - (5:56)

PVM (with Detail & Abiotic) - (6:01)

Song Of The Stars - (5:27) 170 BPM

Shrink Wrap - (6:40) 173 BPM

Shuttle - (5:12) 172 BPM

Tau Ceti - (4:52) 174 BPM

Target (feat Andy Pain & Z Connection) - (7:27) 172 BPM

Mokh - (5:49) 170 BPM

Baikonur - (7:27) 172 BPM

Buck The System - (7:27) 175 BPM

Acoustica VIP - (5:22)

The Veil - (6:19) 172 BPM

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Played by: Fade

COMMAND STRANGE/LOVING SOUL/JOAKUIM/SHUWA

All The Way EP

Celsius

CLS 051
13 May 13

Command Strange - "Free Your Soul" (Simplification Remix) - (6:03)

Loving Soul - "The Matter Of Style" - (5:16) 175 BPM

Joakuim - "Acoustics" - (6:00)

Shuwa - "Stars & Planets" - (4:30) 174 BPM

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RANDOM MOVEMENT

Your Dancing Feat

Rubik

RRT 022
13 May 13

Your Dancing Feat - (6:23)

I'm Nobody's Fool - (5:39) 175 BPM

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INSIDEINFO & MEFJUS

Mythos

Virus Recordings

505114 2099549
12 May 13

Mythos - (5:12) 172 BPM

Blunt - (4:38) 172 BPM

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Bad Boy

Muzik Hertz

505572 1810501
13 May 13

Bad Boy - (4:43)

15 Year Grudge - (5:09)

Titans - (4:28) 174 BPM

Battle Of Witts (Boosta & Atmos T remix) - (5:11) 177 BPM

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BASSBROTHERS

Royal Rumble / Jamaican Thug

Radius

RADIUS 017
13 May 13

Royal Rumble - (4:30) 172 BPM

Jamaican Thug - (4:50)

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Review: Think of DJ Hazard and what do you see in your mind's eye? Put that hectic mayhem and those sweaty dancefloor shenanigans together into a two track release and you've got a good idea as to what BassBrothers are all about. "Royal Rumble" is a knockout blow from the very start, punching well above those jump up expectations and delivering some serious originality and a seriously stinking bassline to boot. "Jamaican Thug" puts dancehall vibes to work, smashing dancefloors and convincing crowds they can all do an adequate dutty wine, where destructively deep bass gives in to a ridiculous build up.

KENNY KEN feat RAGGA TWINS

Lalabella VIP

Mix & Blen'

505572 1810549
13 May 13

Lalabella VIP (Kenny Ken remix) - (5:29) 175 BPM

Murder You (Stickbubbly remix) - (4:31) 175 BPM

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JAKWOB feat MAIDAY

Fade

Boom Ting Recordings

BOOMT 002DX
17 Mar 13

Fade (club VIP) - (5:14)

Fade (club mix) - (6:00)

Fade (Etherwood VIP) - (5:51)

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Played by: Platform, DJ Jimi Needles, Cocaine On Her Dress

Review: It's been a long journey for James Edward Jacob, from young thrash metaller in Leicester to aspiring dubstep producer in college, and now hot future bass property. This EP of his own VIP mixes is premier grade stuff, expertly produced and cleverly tweaked for different moods. "Fade" gets three different interpretations here - a club mix that sees big crescendos drop into totally nasty 4/4 garage basslines, a different club mix that goes deeper with soft pads and a retro Enya-goes-RnB vibe, and finally the Etherwood version, all melancholic DnB, forlorn vocals and piano fused with low bass and urgent beats.

THE UPBEATS

Primitive Technique

Vision Recordings

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VSNCD 002
07 May 13

Beyond Reality - (5:21) 174 BPM

Drum Stop (feat Armanni Reign) - (2:14) 174 BPM

Diffused - (5:18) 175 BPM

Again I (feat Armanni Reign) - (2:46) 143 BPM

Monogram - (5:22) 174 BPM

One Step - (4:56) 172 BPM

Thrasher (feat Trei) - (4:57) 174 BPM

Interval - (2:42)

Falling Into Place - (4:24) 172 BPM

Alone (feat Tasha Baxter) - (6:01) 171 BPM

Castles - (2:41) 171 BPM

Tangerine (feat Dose) - (4:52) 174 BPM

Retrograde - (4:50) 174 BPM

Undertaker - (6:35) 174 BPM

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Played by: S Man

Review: Upfront drum & bass behemoths The Upbeats smash into the public consciousness like a meteor through the roof of parliament with their fourth LP. Seemingly convinced their previous works just weren't loud or complex enough, this album is an exploration of not only how explosive the duo can sound, but how their sound has changed since their early days. Even with the techno and grime influences in "Again I" featuring Armanni Reign, chiptune in "Falling Into Place", dark, dread-dripping haunted rhythms in "Alone" with vocals from Tasha Baxter, minimal bass noodle-ry in "Castles", hard-hitting neuro and jump-up run straight through this release like an electric heartbeat. Fans have enough meat to satisfy their subwoofers, newcomers and naysayers can sink their teeth into the deeper cognitions and apparitions. What's not to love?

VARIOUS

Offworld Transmissions Volume 3

Offworld

buy whole release (22 tracks) from ~~$32.78~~ $15.99

OFFWORLD 027
06 May 13

Seathasky & Nelver - "Contact" - (6:53) 175 BPM

Bone - "This Time" - (5:58) 174 BPM

Phat Playaz - "Separation" - (6:12) 175 BPM

Scenic & Advisory - "Skin Deep" - (5:36) 175 BPM

Parhelia - "Interlunar Landscapes" - (7:36) 170 BPM

LM1 - "The Calling" - (6:41) 174 BPM

Bone feat Snowflake - "Whole" - (7:31) 175 BPM

Enigmatic Desire & Nelver - "Close Your Eyes" - (5:51) 175 BPM

Nelver - "Nightwalker" - (6:57) 177 BPM

Static - "Waiting Around" - (6:18)

Tim Cant - "Sunken Dream" - (6:19)

Silence Groove - "Munch Box" - (5:44) 174 BPM

Enjoy & Eschaton - "San Pedro" - (6:37)

Mindgear - "Quism" - (7:05) 175 BPM

Shrust - "Cocoon" - (5:28) 175 BPM

Mindgear & Glt - "Outside" - (5:59) 175 BPM

Freebird - "Disconnected Vision" (Original Mix) - (8:07) 174 BPM

Hybrid Genesis - "Cerpow" (Dan Guidance remix) - (5:40) 170 BPM

Nic ZigZag - "Five Hill" - (6:42) 175 BPM

Enigmatic Desire feat Sandcastle - "Last Breath" - (5:53) 175 BPM

Breakslinger - "Pixels & Stuff" - (5:55)

Sprinter - "Suffocate" - (5:44) 174 BPM

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QUADRANT

Solar Wind EP

Fokuz

FOKUZ 13038
06 May 13

Quadrant & Kid Hops & Iris - "Solar Wind" - (6:09) 173 BPM

Quadrant & Lukeino & Homemade Weapons - "Mayday" - (5:33)

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Played by: Slam Mode

Review: Seattle might be a city famous for grunge, rain and coffee, but Quadrant, Kid Hops and Iris are hoping to place it firmly on the map for chilling, glacial liquid funk too. Forgoing the usual sun 'n' sea atmospherics for an altogether more Baltic feel, "Solar Wind" tweaks electronic chimes and cirrus-light sampling into an icy cold roller Enei would be proud of. Newcomers Lukeino and Homemade Weapons collab with Quadrant on "Mayday", as light synths circle above a crevasse of deep, cavernous bass. Cinematic and fresh with unique elements of crisp production and breakbeat influences, its got our seal of approval.

BENNY PAGE/RHYTHM BEATER

That Girl

Cutterz Choice

CUZ 012DD
24 Sep 12

Benny Page & Rhythm Beater - "That Girl" - (5:20) 175 BPM

Rhythm Beater - "What Goes Around" - (5:19)

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Played by: Hidden Riddim, Euphonique, Ragga Scum

Review: Always one for a fun tune and catchy riff, Benny Page returns with another fine, fine riddim on the Cutterz Choice imprint as he teams up with Rhythm Beater for "That Girl" which heads up the single. Full of pattering jungle-laced drums, rumbling bass, chirruping SFX and reggae beats in abundance, "That Girl" is a lilting piece of sunshine filled loveliness. Get involved! Next up, Rhythm Beater goes solo for "What Goes Around" for another lush cut with chiming beats, murmuring vocal and gentle breaks which soothes the soul.

DUB PHIZIX/VILLEM/SKEPTICAL/DRAMATIC & DBAUDIO

Mise En Place pt 2

Ingredients UK

RECIPE 035
18 Mar 13

Dub Phizix - "Rainy City Music" - (7:03)

Villem - "Splinter In Your Mind" (Break remix) - (5:17) 173 BPM

Skeptical - "Blue Eyes (VIP)" (Blue Eyes) - (6:15) 174 BPM

dRamatic & dbAudio - "No Return" - (7:07)

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Played by: Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, S Man, Mikal

Review: Mise En Place Pt. 2 is a showcase for some of the most innovative talents in drum and bass today. Ingredients Records certainly know how to stockpile an enviable portfolio of tracks, and some of these beauties have been on the backburner for a while. First track "Rainy City Music" by Dub Phizix has added lingering, hopeful ambiance to the end of sets for a good long while now, but with a proper release, headphones everywhere can experience its full cinematic glow. Villem's "Splinter In Your Mind" gets a fractious and bassy makeover by the elusive Break, puling switches and swapping rhythms like a mad professor in a thunderstorm. Skeptical, the go-to man for dark, minimal drum and bass provides a VIP version of cold-hearted killer "Blue Eyes", where beautiful samples are stamped and warped by high-pressure bass and intricate percussion, adding faster-moving tension to an already sterling track. Finally dRamatic & dbAudio's icy roller "No Return" is soaked in icy atmospherics, with bass that looms terrifyingly out of the mist. Four incredible tracks from producers punching well above the median.

GUV

Butterfly Stroke

Dub Damage Recordings UK

505572 1807556
13 May 13

Butterfly Stroke - (4:26) 175 BPM

Dead Man Walking - (4:33) 178 BPM

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BLADERUNNER

Dragonfly

Dark Manoeuvres

DKMV 002
06 May 13

Dragonfly - (5:38) 175 BPM

Biological Mutations - (4:19)

The Vision - (5:38) 175 BPM

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Played by: S Man

Review: A solid member of the D&B scene in the UK for almost a decade yet never seeming to pause above the surface for long, this latest release from Bladerunner could see him gain some well-deserved notoriety. Featuring the biggest, bounciest bass this side of summer and rolling vibes interspersed with soulful sampling, all three tracks offer something a little different. Whether it's the techy nuances of "Dragonfly", the deep growl of underwater bass in "Biological Mutations" or the swagger of perfect dancefloor stepper "The Vision", this is a perfect jump-off point into Bladerunner's solid solo back catalogue. Enjoy.

ED SOLO/STICKYBUDS

Jungle Cakes Vol 17

Jungle Cakes UK

JC 017
20 Apr 13

Smoke The Weed - (4:50) 175 BPM

Joker Smoker - (4:16) 175 BPM

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Played by: Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Ragga Scum

Review: You don't get much more junglistic than Ed Solo and on this latest release from Jungle Cakes, you've guessed it, some sticky, sweet jungle is the order or the day. "Smoke The Weed" is a classic jungle mashup, and with Canadian bass master Stickybuds on hand to provide some serious breaks it quickly escalates to an all-out skanking session. Before you can pass it on, "Joker Smoker" adds retro brass and guitar to build the reggae funk as the track fragments into not one but two different breakdowns providing the basis for some serious dancefloor workouts. Don't sleep on this.

BCEE

Our Time

Spearhead

666017 259864
06 May 13

Our Time - (5:39) 173 BPM

Make You Mine - (5:35) 174 BPM

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Review: Bcee, as you may already know, makes lush drum & bass soundscapes intricately woven with soul and dancefloor-savvy breaks. He also runs Spearhead Records as a matter of fact, a label that boasts releases by exciting new artists with solid followings of their own including LSB, Hybrid Minds, Technimatic and Mutated Forms. Bringing his own formula of hard-stepping rhythms, soaring vocals and soulful melodies to the fore this time round, Bcee's passion for creativity breathes life into the genre and these two tracks are perfect examples of how much drum & bass still has to offer to the world of dance music.

ALIMAN

All Ganja Man/Stompa

Mechanical Advantage

505572 1807709
13 May 13

All Ganja Man - (4:32) 180 BPM

Stompa - (4:18) 180 BPM

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JRUMHAND/MSDOS

Made In Concrete EP

Reformed Recordings

505572 1807853
13 May 13

Rugged - (5:09) 175 BPM

Need You So Bad - (5:26) 174 BPM

Bad Boy - (4:49)

Bad Boy VIP - (4:43) 175 BPM

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ALIX PEREZ feat SAM WILLS

Annie's Song

Shogun Audio

SHA 064
14 Apr 13

Annie's Song - (4:36) 169 BPM

Annie's Song (SPY remix) - (4:48) 170 BPM

Annie's Song (Shadow Child remix) - (4:58) 187 BPM

Annie's Song (Maddslinky remix) - (5:02)

We Could Have Been (feat D Ablo) - (4:35) 172 BPM

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Played by: Homegroove Project, Platform, Juno Recommends Drum & Bass

Review: Shogun Audio's Alix Perez is one of the scene's most interesting producers, providing a genuine buzz for each new track he puts out there. Featuring storming remixes from artists across the full spectrum of dance music, the hip hop inspired beats of "Annie's Song" is first given the jungle treatment from Hospital Records don S.P.Y before Shadow Child rips up the stylesheet and presses on with a full-on garage bouncer. Maddslinky, Zed Bias' UK funky alter-ego chops up the original to hit the dancefloor with a blast from the past and finally "We Could Have Been" rounds up the release with a trip down more familiar rolling Alix Perez territory. So many styles, so many talents, it's a must have yet again from one of D&B's big guns.

MEDDLER

3FlowDigi018

3Flow Recordingz

505572 1807396
13 May 13

Trilobitten - (4:34) 175 BPM

Clear - (4:41) 175 BPM

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FURNEY/DRAMATIC/DBAUDIO

Brooklyn 1977

Soul Deep Exclusives

SDE 001
06 May 13

Furney - "Brooklyn 1977" - (5:29) 175 BPM

DRamatic/DbAudio - "Remember" - (6:02) 175 BPM

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Review: Two killer vibe tracks from the UK via the US on the evergreen Soul Deep: Furney continues his seven year roll with a muscular funk jam that oozes a rich warm soul and just the right amount of bass beef. Just when you think you've got your head around the groove, BANG: in comes the jazz trumpet. Meanwhile, dRamatic & dbAudio whisk us off to sunnier climbs with a shimmering roller that wouldn't have gone amiss during the first Brazilian D&B explosion 10 years ago. Imagine a sunset captured and replayed at 170bpm and you're not far off.

PIXEL/SHUWA/SOULTEC/TREEX

Exceptions EP

Influenza Media UK

INFLUENZA 035
13 May 13

Pixel - "No More" - (5:09) 175 BPM

Shuwa - "Monotronix" - (5:39) 172 BPM

SoulTec - "On This Journey" (feat LaMeduza) - (5:52) 175 BPM

Treex - "Find Your Way" - (5:43) 175 BPM

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PHIL TANGENT

Pleasure Trip / Giving Up The Ghost

Rubik Digital

505572 1806948
11 May 13

Pleasure Trip - (6:42) 174 BPM

Giving Up The Ghost - (6:02) 172 BPM

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Played by: Funk And Filth

HIZZLEGUY

Kung Fu Style

Multi Function

505572 1807501
13 May 13

Warlord - (4:26) 175 BPM

Fighting Talk - (4:25) 175 BPM

Puppet Thrust - (4:26) 175 BPM

Angry Place - (4:24) 175 BPM

Take Off - (4:24) 175 BPM

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MARVELLOUS CAIN

Roll Dat S**T

RIQYARDROCK

505572 1807839
13 May 13

Roll Dat S**t (CabinFeverUK remix) - (4:27) 175 BPM

Roll Dat S**t (CabinFeverUK remix radio edit) - (4:43) 175 BPM

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WRONGTOM meets DEEMAS J

Superteng

Tru Thoughts

buy whole release (7 tracks) from ~~$10.43~~ $8.29

TRUDD 074
08 Apr 13

Superteng - (4:02) 162 BPM

Superteng (extended version) - (6:43) 163 BPM

Jump + Move + Rock (Benny Page remix) - (4:29) 178 BPM

Superteng (Scoop & Alter Ego & Rico remix) - (4:10) 140 BPM

Superteng (Mo'matic remix) - (3:17) 190 BPM

Superteng (instrumental) - (6:43) 162 BPM

Superteng (acappella) - (4:04) 162 BPM

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Played by: Nice Up! Soundsystem, Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Gabriel, Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Juno Recommends Dancehall/Ragga, Juno Recommends Dub, The Funk Hunters, Euphonique, Good News Boppers, Highgrademuzik Aka Don D Selectah, Mo' Matic

Review: Wrongtom Meets Deemas J's album In East London was met with some serious levels of hype when it arrived on the reggae scene last September. "The strongest modern reggae set to emerge from the UK for many years" said The Wire. High praise indeed. So "Superteng", the second single to be released from the roots-inspired LP, is a toned-down affair, groove-driven and minimal, letting the lyrics do the talking. Featuring a cool and collected remix by Scoop & Alter Ego & Rico and the bonus addition of jungle mashup "Jump + Move + Rock" remixed by the one and only Benny Page, you can't mistake the top quality of this release. If you're a fan, buy the LP too, it's a modern reggae masterpiece.

LENZMAN

Empty Promise

Metalheadz

666017 260068
29 Apr 13

Empty Promise - (5:22) 172 BPM

Broken Dreams (Makoto remix) - (5:42) 174 BPM

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Played by: Platform, S Man

Review: The king of lush, dancefloor-driven liquid returns with a sparkling example of what it means to be Lenzman. A lightfooted canter through a bright landscape of widescreen atmospherics and tight percussion, his classic electronic keys remain intact as "Empty Promise" rushes on, pushing towards making that dream of an endless summer a reality. Makoto proves himself as one of the scene's brightest talents once more with a flawless remix of Lenzman's club favourite "Broken Dreams". Expect thousands to be humming that chorus as soon as the sun comes out: "I choose you baby, I choose you."

VARIOUS

Fifty Five

Fokuz

buy whole release (14 tracks) from ~~$20.86~~ $10.99

FOKUZ 055
22 Apr 13

NateChristian - "Smoke Filled Days" - (5:18)

ChartStalker - "So Confused" - (4:46) 173 BPM

Joakuim - "Back To The Roots" - (6:15)

DJ Clart - "Dont Be Fool" - (5:40) 171 BPM

Donnie Dubson - "Too Late For A Change" - (5:23) 175 BPM

Brother - "Humble Tone" - (5:17) 173 BPM

Command Strange - "Time Shift" - (4:46) 175 BPM

Bcee - "Changing Faces" (Hybrid Minds remix) - (6:25) 173 BPM

Soligen & Type-2 - "These Days" - (5:18) 175 BPM

Mr Josheph & Penny Giles - "Give You My Heart" - (5:12) 174 BPM

Incident - "Promise" - (5:14) 174 BPM

LM1 & Nelver - "Disciple" - (6:20) 174 BPM

Paul SG - "Be Quiet" - (6:00) 172 BPM

Theory & Shookz - "Calendar Girl" - (6:23) 174 BPM

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Played by: Platform, Rich Raw, Fokuz Recordings

Review: Where would drum & bass be without the innovators? After so many years plugging away in the mid section of dance music between empty, glamorous house and low-end rumblings from the dubstep millions, the selection of individual talents within the genre has expanded unbelievably. Focuz Recordings have brought together some of the finest names in modern D&B, including the likes of Bcee, Hybrid Minds, Paul SG, Pennygiles and Shookz as well as upcoming talents Soligen, ChartStalker and Command Strange. Each track is an instant selection of where each artist is at this moment in time and the result is a very satisfying various artists LP with a lot of variety and stacks of soul. One for the heads.

SERIAL KILLAZ & RUN TINGZ CRU

Revolution Time Remixes EP

Run Tingz

RTZR 009D
22 Apr 13

Revoluiton Time (remix (featuring Yt)) - (5:09) 175 BPM

Save Mi Life (remix (featuring Yt)) - (5:50) 175 BPM

Forward 2 Life (remix (featuring Yt)) - (5:47) 175 BPM

Nah Gi Yu Weh (remix (featuring Yt & Dub Akom)) - (5:35) 175 BPM

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Played by: Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Ragga Scum, Run Tingz Cru

Review: The Run Tingz crew have been broadcasting their own nasty brand of bass from the South West since 2010. After cementing their place in the scene as one of the more original junglist labels and collaborative efforts, they've offered up a string of high-energy jungle and jump-up inspired releases. YT has long been a reggae and dancehall vocalist of distinction and working together with ragga D&B veterans Serial Killaz to produce some top notch remixes from his latest album "Revolution Time" they've created some serious jungle mashups worthy of any dancefloor. Big jungle sounds from some of the industry's finest.

LOADSTAR

Refuse To Love

Ram

502444 1884611
28 Apr 13

Refuse To Love - (4:12) 173 BPM

Refuse To Love (radio edit) - (3:21) 173 BPM

Refuse To Love (My Nu Leng remix) - (6:33)

Refuse To Love (Bobby Tank FootTrapWork remix) - (4:43) 173 BPM

Flight - (4:19) 174 BPM

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Played by: Mooqee

Review: With the release of their album due next month, Loadstar hint at the broad church we can expect to be attending. The radio-ready "Refuse To Love" doffs a cap towards the likes of Chase & Status. Anthemic, vocal-led, lighter-thrusting business, if you enjoyed their earlier single "Space Between" you'll be all over this. "Flight" is the ideal accompaniment; deeper, rolling and focussed purely on the floor, it's quite similar to their previous underground nugget "BLVD". Loadstar are about to smash the D&B scene to pieces; refusal is impossible...

URBAN KNIGHTS feat DADDY FREDDY

Jamaica To Miami

Sub Slayers

buy whole release (7 tracks) from ~~$10.43~~ $8.29

SLAYER 022
03 May 13

Jamaica To Miami - (5:11) 136 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (Benny Kane remix) - (4:49) 133 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (6BLOCC 'Trapped Out' remix) - (4:24) 140 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (Skanx 'Future Junglist' remix) - (5:30) 140 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (Black & White 'DnB' remix) - (4:31) 129 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (Rebel Sonix 'Bass' remix) - (4:42) 129 BPM

Jamaica To Miami (Rebel Sonix Vs Geek Boy remix) - (5:15)

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Played by: Benny Kane

Review: Benny Kane and Dr Specs hook up with one of dancehall's most distinctive vocalists Daddy Freddy. The result? A dark, near-menacing stepper with a heavy, ominous vibe. Remix-wise every bass base is covered: Benny Kane adds a tropical hollow-bass stomp, 6BLOCC cause 808 meltdown on their Trapped Out rub, Skanx sharpens his rave breaks so much they can cut your ears from 50 paces, Black & White up the tempo for a hectic laser-puncher of "Tarantula" proportions and Rebel Sonix outlays two different versions; one laden with bleeps, the other laden with jaunty skanks and high end screams. Immense.

ASC

Polemic

Samurai Red Seal

REDSEAL 909D
13 May 13

Polemic - (5:19) 170 BPM

Oracle - (5:01) 170 BPM

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Review: Samurai, the hugely respected drum & bass label that under the watchful eye of DJ Presha brings the world the finest in deep, dark beats from beyond the 170+ realm. This time they've hit up ASC once more for his own mashed up brand of techno-infused drum & bass straight from his own cold, calculating mind. Close, creeping and stunningly hard, although "Polemic" is softened slightly by a swirling sci-fi synth, there's no mistaking its clinical edge. "Oracle" takes off-beats and creates a master work of atmospherics with them. Minimal and clean, it builds to a shuffling crescendo amidst the smallest of pad interference. Unnervingly good.

DEEKLINE/ED SOLO

King Of The Bong O

Jungle Cakes UK

JC 007
15 Feb 11

King Of The Bong O - (5:46) 175 BPM

Stickybuds Guaranteed - (4:50) 175 BPM

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Played by: Epeak, DJ Wood (Ghettofunk/Bombastic Jam), Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Telephunken, Dirty Dubsters, The Dancefloor Outlaws, Radical Mixtape

Review: Breakbeat warriors Deekline and Ed Solo team up again, and this time they've gone for it. Not content with producing some of the nastiest, wobbliest breakbeat around, they've decided to turn their hand to drum & bass and another release on Jungle Cakes. Lead cut "King Of The Bong O" is a cheeky exercise in bootleg jump-up buffoonery - the sort of tune that boasts a grin a mile wide and a happy dancefloor to match. Flip "Stickybuds Guaranteed" opts for a slightly more old skool jungle approach, mashing up skankin' MC and familiar pop vocals. It goes without saying that both tunes feature stupidly heavy basslines.

FRICTION & SKREAM feat SCRUFIZZER & P MONEY & RIKO DAN

Kingpin

Shogun Audio