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In one of the very best, standout projects we’ve heard in 2021 thus far, Bournemouth-based Mirrorman delivers an outstanding, showstopping debut on the ever-impressive Guidance Music, who continue to outline and cement their reputation for pushing only the finest in high-quality, no-nonsense drum & bass.

‘Ski Sunday’ kicks things off with instantly-brilliant percs and shuffles, something we’ve immediately come to expect from Guidance, and of course Mirrorman moving forward. This first cut lines up at traversal warp speed, throwing up sticks of pure dynamite that trigger cascading avalanches left, right and centre, making perfect use of tight, snappy instrumentation and barbaric synthetics; a primed cut, perfectly suited for a gritty, low-ceilinged dancefloor. ‘They’re Coming’ is delectably dizzying, taking us deeper into the oozing murk that envelopes this immersive, submerged 174 workout - eerie, ringing bass movements pivot and tease with striking intent, whilst lead track ‘Push’ catapults proceedings straight back into the rave - you might recognise this corker from the recent Break & Inja stream on Run Tingz TV. Last, and certainly not least, the striking Submotive-featured lick ‘Testament’ rounds things off with perhaps the heaviest track on the EP, and in many ways is the perfect closer. That restrained build just before the bassline is to die for, with the tune as a whole packed full to the brim with eclectic funk, stonking bassweight and technically-fasinating aesthetics - it’s a cracking showpiece.

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OTW Premiere: Mirrorman & Submotive - Testament [Guidance Music]

These three have been cooking up some seriously hot shit of late, with heater after heater smashing up the dance left right and centre. And while each of them are obviously quite close to the label, we have to say we’re pretty damn happy to have them back on CIA again, but this time with a full blown EP, ‘Big Up Inna Dance’!

The Sauce have quickly and surely made a name for themselves amongst almost everyone in the scene, for big weighty weapons (their tunes, thanks) that go off everywhere, but always have that certain je ne sais quoi about them.

Their ‘Big Up Inna Dance’ EP delivers a triplet of whappers that will have the subs shakling, the air con rattling and the ceiling dripping but are still going to keep your ears interested, long after you got back from the club and went to bed and got up again the next day. It’s a skill, and we’re very happy to have the boys with the drip back in the fold once more.

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Night Night

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{Premiere} Insideman - The Real Low Down (Locked Up Music)

It’s been a long time coming, after MoneyFiend’s heavyweight 140 banger on our Ground Zero LP, it’s time for one of our founding members to make his solo debut on the label with this 3 track journey into underground Drum & Bass.

These tracks are just a taster of MoneyFiend’s technical abilities & attention to detail: full of ominous sound design, menacing bass & experimentation. This EP is sure to cast a dark cloud over the dance when it’s dropped on an unsuspecting crowd of ravers

MoneyFiend - Scape

DUNK - MOLECULAR

 'Prisma' is a sonic journey that explores the interplay between light and dark, breaking down the many nuances of drum and bass into a vibrant palette of transformative sound. Inspired by how a prism disperses light, each track reveals a distinct dimension, from high-energy bursts to more introspective soundscapes.

 

On a spiritual level, 'Prisma' symbolizes clarity, balance, and personal transformation. Just as a prism transforms white light into a multi-coloured spectrum, this album seeks to transform the listener's emotions and experiences into a deep dive, encompassing all the colours of the soul. Powerful bass lines and immersive atmospheres guide the listener through a journey of purification, balance, and connection, creating a harmonious space where the divine and the earthly meet. Each track reflects the diversity of sound and music's ability to convey both light and shadow, always maintaining a perfect balance between the ethereal and the raw, the melodic and the visceral.

 

Additionally, 'Prisma' is influenced by Latin American rhythmic patterns such as salsa, cumbia, vallenato, and carranga, albeit indirectly, avoiding the common use of sampling well-known instruments or songs. The influence manifests itself more in the rhythms and beats than in traditional sonic elements, giving the album a distinctive and deep character.

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{Premiere} Brain - Experiences (Dispatch Recordings)

Jungle and Drum and Bass mix - Some greats tracks from Ricky Force, Equinox, 4am Kru and more!

Lusty - Jungle & DNB Mix - Camo Sessions

Solenoid

In-Reach Records hits release number 13 with a serious pairing as Sedo links up with L0G1N for a heavyweight return.

Fronting the A-side, 'Too Fast For You' comes locked and loaded as a straight-up roller, powered by a warped bassline built to rattle systems and dominate the floor.

On the flip, 'Shaolin Student' takes a different route, driven by intricate breaks and stacked with distorted textures. It’s a detailed, evolving cut that shows off the duo’s sharp production and creative sound design.

A big step forward for both artists and another strong statement from In-Reach Records.

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Sedo & L0G1N 'Shaolin Student' [In-Reach Records]

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For the ‘Wormatic Remixes EP’ Dabs has hand-picked 5 of his favourite Dispatch artists, and personal friends to remix some of the biggest tunes from his debut album.

Carefully matching his chosen remix artist with the vibe of each track, Dabs’ has curated a stellar line up featuring HLZ, Nymfo, Hybris, Kyrist and Kiril, each adding their own flare and depth the tunes.

Completing the EP is an extended mix of Martini, a drum funk heavy interlude from the original EP that has been crafted into a killer full-length track, with all the flavour of the original and more.

1. “Sleepless City (HLZ Remix)”
2. “Eardrum (Nymfo Remix)”
3. “Granulair (Hybris Remix)”
4. “Bluntlack (Kyrist Remix)”
5. “Adenosine [ft. Quadrant & Iris] (Kiril Remix)”
6. “Martini (Extended Mix)”

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Dabs - Adenosine [ft. Quadrant & Iris] (Kiril Remix) - Wormatic LP Remixes - Dispatch Recs - OUT NOW

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.

Dabs - Adenosine [ft. Quadrant & Iris] (Kiril Remix) - Wormatic LP Remixes - Dispatch Recs - OUT NOW

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