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Taking Forever (feat. Winslow)

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After years of unforgettable releases on the mighty Hospital Records, Cambridge-raised producer Hugh Hardie, having recently made the move over to Soulvent Records, prepares to deliver his third and arguably most exciting album to date in 'Juicebox'. With the tone set by the first two singles ‘Blush’ featuring Zara Kershaw and ‘Face Off’ with PAV4N of Foreign Beggars, 'Juicebox' highlights the remarkable extent of Hugh's musical prowess and boasts a wealth of rich collaborations, including the likes of Footsie, Degs, Killa P and more. 
	Album opener ‘RWTS’ sees Hugh team up with label-mates In:Most and the unmistakable vocal talents of Kojo. The result is a sultry, techy liquid roller, brought together with Kojo’s effortless tone and palpable emotion. On ‘Test This’ Hugh allies with one half of Newham Generals, aka Grime legend Footsie - whose flawless vocal delivery transforms this hard-hitting roller into a dance-floor weapon. Given this is the MC’s first 170-bpm release, we’re left with a wry smile at the prospect of further collaborations in this vein. ‘Suede’ exhibits Hugh’s instantly recognisable R’n’B flavoured keys, vocal processing and shuffly drum patterns. Complete with bounding sub-bass and intricate synth processing, this deep liquid number welcomes us into the finer side of soulful drum & bass. Meanwhile, the album’s namesake ‘Juicebox’ is a playground of powerful jungle breaks, energized synth stabs and ferocious basses. 
Other notable cuts from the record include ‘Show No Love’, loaded with glistening jazz guitars and glowing vocals courtesy of Zhou. ‘Flip Switch’, once again proving Hugh to be far from a one-genre pony, effortlessly delivers UK Funky flavours with the help of a legendary mic-man, South London’s own Killa P. Midpoint track ‘Sophie (feat. Wayward)’, another alternative bpm venture, is veritably dripping with emotion with its expressive drum programming, alluring vocal chops and a chord progression that tugs on the heart strings. A true lesson in pace. ‘Glow (feat. Degs & Josh Kye)’ is an upbeat, soaring number complete with romantic pianos and an unshakeable sense of positivity. The interplay between the glossy vocals of Josh Kye and Degs is further complemented by a gospel choir introduced towards the track’s end. The penultimate track ‘Andrew’s Dream’ exhibits the sort of celestial, ethereal soundscape that the title might suggest. Ascending keys and heartfelt pads are the order of the day, backed by warm sub-bass and splashy drums.
	Marking his first studio album on Soulvent, and third collectively, Hugh Hardie displays an ever-widening colour palette in ‘Juicebox’ alongside a comprehensive understanding of the tenets that define the various sub-genres across dance music. The 13-track aural playground is available from Friday the 28th of July, and we promise you, the juice is more than worth the squeeze!

Juicebox

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Hugh Hardie - Andrew's Dream

After years of unforgettable releases on the mighty Hospital Records, Cambridge-raised producer Hugh Hardie, having recently made the move over to Soulvent Records, prepares to deliver his third and arguably most exciting studio album: 'Juicebox'. With the tone set by the first two singles ‘Blush’ featuring Zara Kershaw and ‘Face Off’ with PAV4N of Foreign Beggars, 'Juicebox' showcases the remarkable extent of Hugh's musical prowess and boasts a wealth of rich collaborations, including the likes of Footsie, Degs, Killa P and more. 
‘RWTS’, Hugh’s third Soulvent single, sees the Cantabrigian producer join forces with label mates In:Most and vocalist Kojo. The result is an infectious slice of soulful drum & bass bubbling with groove, funk and emotion. Signature Hugh Hardie piano licks float above crunchy drums, driving synth stabs and warm bass notes, providing the perfect platform for the unmistakable vocal tones of Kojo. 
Join Hugh Hardie, In:Most & Kojo and soak up some luscious liquid soul. Don’t go against the grain, take the rough with the smooth; ‘RWTS’ slides into all good stores on the 9th of June.

Hugh Hardie - RWTS (feat. In:Most & Kojo)

As crisp, soulful, and polished as you'd expect a collaboration from two of drum and bass' most richly melodic and vibrant producers, GLXY & Halogenix's debut link-up is every bit as sonically sublime as we've come to expect from the two of them. 

Titled 'Unconditional', this first-ever collaboration between GLXY & Halogenix serves up a masterclass in sampling, as well as the perfect blend of vocals, drum work, and sumptuous sound design.

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GLXY & Halogenix - Unconditional

pyxis returns to that Fat for the second instalment in her Gradients series. 

Shady Novelle joins pyxis for the sassy ‘Thoughts in My Head’. Snappy beats, jungle bass lines and jazzy samples are the perfect soundtrack for Shady’s classic tale of a fraught romance. Neo soul meets D&B for the grown ups! 

‘Truly, Madly, Deeply’ has pyxis back in solitary jazz mode with a gorgeous, introspective, dreamy rollout with a dash of melancholy. Truly indeed!

Gradients Part Two

pyxis - Thoughts In My Head (feat Shady Novelle)

Stream / Download - https://hypeddit.com/rueben/subtle

Although a relative newcomer to the drum and bass scene, forward-thinking producer Rueben is nothing short of an expert when it comes to combining nostalgia and innovation into what is his uniquely fresh and distinct sound.

His debut release on Shogun Audio, 'Subtle', does exactly this. By combining modern stabs, intricate drum work, and enchanting vocal cuts, 'Subtle' sees the Amsterdam-born artist perfectly showcase the beauty of his music with serious intent.

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Rueben - Subtle

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Archangel - Nightline (Minos Remix)

Syncline linked up with Dutchman Auris for the beautiful & jazzy 'Weather The Storm' on his next Jazzsticks release 🎺🎷🥁
Out Friday 29/09 (Bandcamp exclusive on 27/09)
Download: https://jazzsticks.bandcamp.com/album/weather-the-storm-chirico

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Syncline & Auris - Weather The Storm

Luis León - Gata Paulista

Monty returns to Vandal Records with a superb contribution to the Modern Soul 5 LP - showcasing his signature rolling atmospherics. Get it here: https://urlz.fr/doBl

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Monty - Canopy

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