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Returning to Dispatch Recordings after a 16-year break is Atlantic Connection, whose seminal tune 'Situations' first made an outing in 2006 as part of DIS021. This forward-thinking, liquid gem quickly became a firm favourite, with remixes from Stress Level & Ant TC1 in 2007 and Zero T in 2009 firmly cementing its part in Dispatch history. 

The 'Fixation EP' is headed up by the funk-fuelled DLR Remix, his unmistakable take bringing the classic track straight into 2022 with an infectious, acidic bassline and trademark shuffle. 

Title track 'Fixation' sees Atlantic Connection flex his liquid credentials, a true master of the emotional musicality that makes his productions shine - ethereal vocals and delicate harp melodies combine with a dubby rolling bass to spectacular effect. 

Piano led 'Lightwave' is drenched in forlorn romanticism and 'Fifth Degree' shows the tougher side of the Calfornia based producer's arsenal, with a lethal two-step and rough bottom end. 

The Black Science Labs remaster of the classic 'Situations', lovingly restores the original for today's dancefloors and completes a very welcome (and long-overdue) return for Atlantic Connection.

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Fixated EP

Available here

Atlantic Connection - Fifth Degree - Dispatch Recordings 174 - OUT NOW

🏛️ Civil Engineer | 2x Master's in Construction & Management  
📚Doctorate Student at Tehran University  
🎶Record Collector | DJ  
🎸Guitarist n Singer

Ant TC1 along with Hidden Agenda founded Dispatch Recordings back in 2001, Ant originally helped out with the management side of the label before finding his feet within the realms of production; which was a natural progression for him having DJ’d on pirate radio and in clubs from the age of 14 (since 1992).  His first release alongside frequent production partner Stress Level appeared on Dispatch after almost 3 years of hard work getting their collective sound where they felt it needed to be before even thinking about turning on a DAT recorder.  After their first release hit the stores they quickly picked up a wealth of DJ support across their early material and went on to release for a who’s who list of established Drum & Bass record labels including the likes of Renegade, CIA, Advanced, Critical Records Integral, Liquid V, Commercial Suicide, Good Looking Records, Bingo Beats and Samurai Music.

By demand remix work started to feature heavily within their output and the duo went on to remix for the likes of Hidden Agenda, Chris SU, Artificial Intelligence, Kabuki, Total Science, Optical & Ryme Time (Jagged Edge), Atlantic Connection, Tactile & DJ Marky.  Branching out and working with other producers such as Survival, DLR & Philth has only furthered experience Ant’s skills at the controls over the years, Ant has also released his own solo material more recently on top of remixing for the likes of Lomax on Integral Records.  In 2014 Ant realised a lifetime ambition, securing his first ever release for the legendary Metalheadz label “Hungry For Atmosphere” alongside Mako, DLR & Villem with further releases for the label and counting going into 2024.

Ant’s production output has featured on a mass of compilations and mix CD’s compiled by the likes of Shy FX, LTJ Bukem, Total Science, AI, Spectrasoul, Klute and Brian G.  Additionally his work has featured very heavily within the radio shows of Friction, Grooverider, Fabio, Goldie, Bailey & Rene LaVice on their respective BBC Radio 1 slots over the years as well as BBC 1Xtra where Ant once hosted his own one-off 4 hour show, he has since additionally made 2 guest DJ appearances for DJ Friction on his Radio 1 show.  His DJ’ing work has seen him play all over the globe from Adelaide to Los Angeles, from Hong Kong to Sarajevo, Vancouver to Bangkok and last but by no means least regularly UK and EU wide. Additionally for the most part of the decade beyond 2010 Ant also worked as the Artist Manager for both Outlook and Dimensions Festival in Croatia, leading up the booking process, budgets and travel aspects for the festival.

Fast forward through to 2024; Ant is now responsible for the lead label management roles of both Metalheadz & Dispatch Recordings and is based in Thailand, with a purpose built studio room recently finished the plan (alongside managing a mass of planned record label releases) is to get back to focusing on writing music more consistently than he ever has previously.

My Dad was a Jazz Musician so I grew up with an ear and deep appreciation for good music.
Hope you enjoy my selections as much as I do! Thanks to all the artists through the years who have painted the memories of my life!

Etharix is a DJ + Storyteller who specializes in Underground Atmospheric, Ambient, and Deep Rolling Liquid Drum & Bass. Think emotionally ethereal, deeply resonant, soul-saturated basslines, liminal space, and purpose-driven rhythms. Etharix blends hypnotic rhythms, lush pads, and fluid melodies — crafting immersive journeys that connect the listener to deeper emotional spaces. She delivers emotionally resonant journeys through Liquid Drum & Bass. With a passion for Liquid’s timeless beauty, her sets go beyond the music. Etharix creates each mix as an experience, weaving energy, emotion, vibe, liminal space, and flow into a seamless narrative.

💿 Her style leans toward:
• Deeper Liquid with cinematic layers
• Healing textures + low-end therapy
• Narrative forward, storytelling-driven sets / mixes designed to take listeners on a journey.

📻 Her Current Projects + Residency:
• 2024-Present: Resident with Subtle Radio
• 2024-Present: Annual Liquid Summer Mix
• As inspiration hits, working on her own mixes.
• More to come in 2026. 

Etharix looks forward to seeing where her journey leads. Connection with other artists, whether they are DJs, Producers or both, and listeners / followers is one of the most important aspects to her current success. Etharix is always seeking to grow as an artist, so
She enjoys this connection with others. Progress is progress no matter how long it takes.

Drop Etharix a line if you’re into the deeper side of Liquid — or just say hi 👋🏼 Let’s keep it raw, intentional, authentic, and high-frequency. Check out her social media and her website for more details and information to stay updated.

Atlantic Connection - Fifth Degree - Dispatch Recordings 174 - OUT NOW

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