Bestsellers This Week

DDD 040
15 May 13

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

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

EMPEROR/CENTRA

Begin EP

Critical Music

buy whole release (5 tracks) from ~~$7.45~~ $6.29

CRIT 070D
13 May 13

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

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

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Played by: Good News Boppers

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.

DANNY BYRD

4th Dimension

Hospital

NHS 233DDB
20 May 13

4th Dimension - (4:47) 175 BPM

Bad Boy (Back Again) - (4:54) 175 BPM

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Review: Been missing the hyperactive influence of Danny Byrd in your lives? Stop your whining and get your eardrums wrapped around this. The original party starter's latest collection of tunes has been designed to get glowsticks raised across the country. "4th Dimension" powerslams old school rave with high energy drum & bass to create an unmistakeable Hospitality soundtrack. "Bad Boy (Back Again)" adds some serious jungle vibing to proceedings, bubbling over with bassline bounce and a seriously sing-along-able vocal hit. With a hard-hitting remix from 303 as Flux Pavillion bring some swag with their "Bad boy" refix, get hoping for some good weather because these are going to blow the roof off clubs everywhere.

CHROMA

Intermission

CIA Recordings

CIAUK 005
20 May 13

Intermission - (4:31)

Knock Knock - (5:36) 173 BPM

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Played by: S Man

Review: Newcastle-based trio of drum & bass production masterminds Sato, Phobia and Tyrone have booted a spring up the bad parts with "Intermission", an immediately arresting delve into the murky jungle pasts of all three chaps. Bassy in all the right places and filled with the classic jangle of vintage amens, it's a star in its own right. "Knock Knock" is a more contemporary affair, in so much as it uses all the futuristic Carl Sagan-esque sound effects in its power to create the sensation of being hurtled through space to an ice cool jungle break soundtrack. Raw and heavy these tracks hopefully herald a new future of decent jungle-inspired D&B. We can only hope.

VARIOUS

Sacred Souls Vol 4

Soul Deep Recordings

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

SDRRLS 85
13 May 13

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

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

VARIOUS

Family Album

PRSPCT

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PRSPCTLP 005
06 May 13

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

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

JAKWOB feat MAIDAY

Fade

Boom Ting Recordings

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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.

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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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

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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...

PHILTH

Heart Songs

Soul Deep Recordings

SDRRLS 86
13 May 13

Regrets - (6:09) 175 BPM

Heart Song - (5:17) 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.

STRAY

Ginseng Smash

Critical Presents Modulations

MODULE 014
20 May 13

Ginseng Smash - (6:01)

Akina - (5:46) 170 BPM

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RAY KEITH vs TENOR FLY

Renegade Live

Dread Recordings

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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.

CHORDS

Biting Point / Amygdala

Ram

502444 1884659
19 May 13

Biting Point - (5:41) 175 BPM

Amygdala - (5:20) 174 BPM

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Review: Ram's new golden boy Chords provides the official start to the summer with "Biting Point", a fresh and energising roll through techy D&B influences past and present. Straight up and to the point, it smashes in and maintains that momentum producing what's surely been the most addictive floorfiller of the year so far. "Amygdala" takes a full u-turn from the party vibes and heads down a deeper path. '80s drums herald a sober approach, but are quickly overwhelmed by a darkly destructive bassline and heavy stepping beats. Expect big things from Chords, Ram aren't grinning about their recent signing for nowt.

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

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KONICHI

What Can We Do / Dont Start

Smokin Riddims

SMOKEDIGI 008
20 May 13

What Can We Do - (4:23) 175 BPM

Dont Start - (4:28) 175 BPM

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Review: Dark, dangerous jump up doesn't come more destructive than 19 year old newcomer Konichi's brand of noisemaking. Already fully supported by the likes of Hype, Friction, Dillinja and Hazard, he's been busy building up his repertoire to run with the big names at this summer's big events. As you'd expect, "What Can We Do" is a firestorm of bass, tearing up speakers with worrying ferocity. "Don't Start" picks up a more tech-stepper vibe as it gears up to launch yet another patented Konichi bassline. Definitely one to watch, Konichi is already one of the Real Playaz favourites for this year.

VARIOUS

Critical X

Critical Music

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CRITDIGILP 02
10 Dec 12

Mathematics - "Black Jack" - (6:26) 174 BPM

Calibre - "Barca" - (6:23) 174 BPM

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Played by: Juno Recommends Drum & Bass, Facing Jinx

Review: What with Critical celebrating their ten year anniversary this year it's only right and proper that there should be a landmark album, looking back on their success to date. Enter Critical X; featuring a carefully curated selection from Critical's past, present and future (watch out for some cracking unreleased material), this is a must buy for deeper D&B heads. Stand outs from across the 16-track album include Breakage's awesome "Staggered Dub", Spectrasoul's iconic "Organiser", and of course jungle revivalist anthem Bladerunner's "Back To The Jungle". Make sure you check out the remixes from Mefjus and Enei, which add the final cherry on the cake for this superb and frankly rather essential release.

PLACID

Perceptions EP

Playaz

PLAYAZ 037
20 May 13

Light Year - (5:38) 175 BPM

Perception - (5:13) 175 BPM

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Played by: Good News Boppers

Review: Picked up swiftly last year by Playaz to release thoughtful stomper "Particles" alongside "Invasion", big bass duo Placid return to the fold with their second big ticket release on the label and it really was worth the wait. Old school vibes are crammed into every inch of this ambitious EP, piling techy soundscapes with hard driven basslines and fat, punchy percussion. Tracks like "Perception" show off the duo's talent for creating darker, techier tracks laden with atmospherics and even haunting musicality and "Light Year" takes them to the dancefloor. A seriously accomplished EP from two very exciting new producers.

FADE

Song Of The Stars LP

Faded Music

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FADED 005
13 May 13

Acoustica - (5:44) 170 BPM

Dark Planet - (4:50)

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Played by: Fade

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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MALAKY

Own World EP

Fokuz

FOKUZ 13040
21 May 13

Vibrate - (6:41) 172 BPM

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

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Played by: Good News Boppers

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.

FUNKYSTEPZ

Amsterdam Girls Go Wild

Moveltraxx

MTXLT 130
20 May 13

Amsterdam Girls Go Wild - (3:21)

Amsterdam Girls Go Wild (Big Dope P remix) - (2:26)

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Played by: Big Dope P, King

INTELLIGENT MANNERS/COMMAND STRANGE/FLAME/RELEASE/MAGE

All The Way EP

Celsius

CLS 053
20 May 13

Intelligent Manners & Command Strange - "Feel The Same" - (4:55) 174 BPM

Flame - "Be With You" (Simplification remix) - (5:24) 172 BPM

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Review: This EP is a collaboration of work by some of Europe's finest intelligent liquid producers. A strange sub-genre term it might be, but Intelligent Manners' Intelligent Recordings has searched far and wide over the past couple of years to find music that fits the niche. Celsius have done much the same here, showcasing some of the finest intelligent drum & bass around that still holds the soul and emotive qualities of liquid. Featuring the likes of Intelligent Manners, Command Strange and Mage, it's a breezy look at what the future holds for one of the longest standing sub-genres in dance music. If you like Calibre, DJ Marky, S.P.Y or Bukem, you'll want to check this out pronto.

DJ ROWNEY

Take What You've Got

G13

G 13016
20 May 13

Take What You've Got - (4:36) 177 BPM

Sludge (feat Thunda Banton) - (4:34) 175 BPM

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Review: Big bad bass? Cockney gangster samples? Upfront riddims? "Take What You've Got" blasts every jump up construct going into their D&B hadron collider and the end result comes off sounding nastier than Vinnie Jones wielding a desert eagle down some local East-End boozer. Rowney doesn't make things any easier in b-side "Sludge" as he ditches the thuggery and heads lower into bassbin warrior territory. With Thunda Banton taking up the mic amongst blistering percussion this is one dancefloor smasher you won't be able to avoid thanks to its home on G13, one of the Playaz crew's sister labels. Hold on to your drinks, things are gonna get messy.

STRANJAH

Visionz Of A Future

Architecture Recordings

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

ARXLP 003
20 May 13

Eminence - (5:43)

Decadence - (5:43) 173 BPM

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PACSO

CardShark

Higher Stakes

505572 1807662
20 May 13

Burn Dem Out (feat David Boomah) - (5:37) 174 BPM

Everything Changes (feat Term & Alicia King) - (5:34) 175 BPM

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Faydz & Twista Back To The Future (unmixed tracks)

FAYDZ/TWISTA/VARIOUS

Faydz & Twista Back To The Future (unmixed tracks)

Uplifting Rhythm

buy whole release (39 tracks) from ~~$58.11~~ $15.99

URBTTF 001
14 Jan 13

Dope Ammo - "Roots & Culture (Serial Killaz VIP)" - (4:41) 135 BPM

Ellis Dee & DJ Twista - "Rockin To The Music" - (3:54) 130 BPM

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Played by: Jay Cunning (Sub Slayers), Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Rob Sparx

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.

WRONGTOM meets DEEMAS J

Superteng

Tru Thoughts

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TRUDD 074
08 Apr 13

Superteng - (4:02) 162 BPM

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

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Played by: Nice Up! Soundsystem, Johnnypluse(Bulabeats Records), Dub 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.

ALPHA/JACK THE RIPPER feat DAT KYID

Showtime

Audio Overload

505572 1810396
20 May 13

Alpha - "Showtime" - (5:51) 177 BPM

Jack The Ripper - "Hannibal Lecter" (feat Dat Kyid) - (4:26) 175 BPM

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

VARIOUS

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

V Recordings

buy whole release (43 tracks) from ~~$64.07~~ $15.99

506018 2935298
29 Apr 13

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

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

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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.

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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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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JFB

Swing Bum

Freshly Squeezed

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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, DJ Axe, The Funk Hunters, Ragga Scum, Ez Icarus, Essex Groove

VARIOUS

Buried EP

IM:Ltd

IMLTD 042
20 May 13

Outer Heaven - "Buried" - (6:20) 172 BPM

Payne & NFR - "Detected" - (4:53) 172 BPM

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MSDOS

Earthlings EP

Liquid Drops

LD 18
22 May 13

Abydos - (5:54) 175 BPM

Inner Child - (4:52) 174 BPM

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Review: mSdoS has been a member of the online liquid and D&B community for as long as anybody can remember, but with his latest batch of dazzlingly fresh tunes he might be set to break into the bigtime. Branching out from liquid to hard stepping dancefloor fillers, this EP covers the full spectrum of drum & bass, covering all the bases you'd expect with his own blend of soul and intelligent rhythms. There's even a taster of his junglist side in "Jungle Plants", swapping smooth rollers for blistering amens and atmospheric vocals. A man on the rise, catch him while he's underground because it won't be for long.

VARIOUS

Global Footwork Vol 1

Booty Call

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BCR 028
13 May 13

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

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

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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".

DIGITAL

Spacefunk: The Archieves 1995-2008

Function

buy whole release (11 tracks) from ~~$16.39~~ $10.99

426008 8859617
20 May 13

Sound Killa - (5:55) 175 BPM

Laters Star - (7:02) 175 BPM

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AMOSS

Bumbaclart

Horizons Music

HZN 064
20 May 13

Bumbaclart - (5:59) 174 BPM

Dilate - (5:27) 172 BPM

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Review: Renowned for their consistently dark, stark production power Amoss never cease to deliver. "Bumbaclart" pulverises from the off with its industrial strength kick drums and droning, warped riff. Rising with uncompromised menace, it's like an orchestra of steam-powered machines, slamming and drilling in perfect harmony. "Dilate" is a much more brooding affair. Lolloping on a slimy halfstep laced with a series of processed croaks and slurs, if you're looking to prang out your floor, this guarantees chaos.

INSIDEINFO & MEFJUS

Mythos

Virus Recordings

505114 2099549
12 May 13

Mythos - (5:12) 172 BPM

Blunt - (4:38) 172 BPM

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DOPE AMMO/RESINATE/OLDMAN

Come Out To Play

Dope Ammo

DARDIGEX 008
20 May 13

Dope Ammo & Resinate - "Come Out To Play" (Northern Lights remix) - (5:13) 175 BPM

Dope Ammo & Oldman - "Shinobi" - (4:01) 175 BPM

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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

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SUNCHASE/DETAIL

Nathnennia

Utopia Music UK

UM 012
20 May 13

Sunchase - "Nathnennia" - (5:28)

Detail - "Green Rain" - (5:38)

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THE UPBEATS

Primitive Technique

Vision Recordings

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

VSNCD 002
07 May 13

Beyond Reality - (5:21) 174 BPM

Drum Stop (feat Armanni Reign) - (2:14) 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?

CABIN FEVER UK

Not Just The Usual

Stilla Audio

505572 1810440
20 May 13

Watch Out - (4:27) 178 BPM

Trust Issues - (4:28) 175 BPM

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SKANX

State Of Jungle EP

Sub Slayers

SLAYER 021
05 Apr 13

Afrika - (4:59) 140 BPM

Afrika (6BLOCC Steppers Rremix) - (5:09) 140 BPM

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Played by: Nice Up! Soundsystem, Justin Johnson, Juno Recommends Breakbeat, Ragga Scum

Review: Destination "Afrika" via LA... Here we find Sub Slayer Skanx delving deep into jungle heritage with a muddy roller that packs the same foggy, radar-ridden breakbeat punch as the Meat Beat Manifesto's "Radio Babylon". For a more contemporary dub twist head for 6BLOCC's remix; stripping things back to a nagging 4/4 sub thump, it's the perfect blend of trad dub and stark future-minded bass music. Elsewhere we don the white gloves for the rave-tastic "Boom" while Eek-A-Mouse goes under the sample scalpel on the swashbuckling "Dub War". The junglist massive are on fine form right here.

PIXEL/SHUWA/SOULTEC/TREEX

Exceptions EP

Influenza Media UK