Review: Lao Wai is one of those producers that everyone should know about, really. He doesn't have the biggest back catalogue, but his talent for both the musical and technical side of producing literally drips from every inch of his music. It's fitting, then, that this release is called Drip. That title tune is also the highlight of the release, a deeply creative track that's covered in blackish tones and moody sonics, yet still manages to feel sparky and energetic. This combination of vibes is distilled into the bassline, which is definitely one of the best you'll hear all year: spacious, vibrant and all-encompassing. Huge shoutout to Lao Wai for this.
Review: Klippee is a brand new producer based out of Seattle, which is a ways away from UK based Lifstyle but clearly not far enough. His EP sees the launch of new Lifestyle sub-label Generations and we're buzzing to hear what comes of it. But, for now, we're left with Klippee's naughty, naughty tones and we're more than happy about it. 'Riot' featuring Combine is one big buildup, with a fat intro that seemingly never stops: on paper, a bad thing, but in real life it just sounds incredible. The rest of the EP is a similar blend of his jump up influences with Lifestyle's minimal pedigree - a match made in heaven.
Review: Lifestyle Music is arguably one of the strongest small labels out there in D&B at the moment. They release a wicked blend of the very heavy and the very deep, their latest from Volatile Cycle and friends landing firmly on the side of the former. The duo are back with episode two of their collaborative EP series in which they team up with another producer and the results are fantastic. 'Time's Up' featuring Wingz is deliciously minimal, with space in all the right places and bass in all the others; 'Nowhere' featuring Philth is also sensational, an Alix Perez-esque blend of vocal sampling and energetic depth. A top notch EP.
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