‣ Available here: backl.ink/timegoesby
‣ Website/Bandcamp release date: 14 June 2021
‣ General release date: 18 June 2021

John B and Digital are two figures who have remained pivotal to the drum & bass scene each in their own unique way over the past two and half decades. Still at the top of their game, it's a treat to see them linking up to craft two killer cuts that epitomise the two sides of their production skills.

With an enchanting vocal at its core and backed up by a playful bassline 'Time Goes By' is as charming as they come, whilst 'Moruga' pulls off the immense presence of an early 2000s roller with acute precision, complete with the breakdown stabs and relentless energy.

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We're delighted to host the title cut from Italian don Frame's exquisitely driven new EP on Spanish imprint Parallel Depth, out 27/07 - seatbelts on.

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OTW Premiere: Frame - Havana [Parallel Depth]

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Dublin born, London-based Zero T returns to The North Quarter for his third project: “Off Broadway”. Influenced by 70's Jazz-fusion, this six-track affair sees the veteran producer once again show off his effortless diversity. Heavier tracks include noir-soundtrack lead modern jungle cuts Fortune Green and Drama. Lighter, soulful tracks include the New Forms inspired Something Got Me featuring Manchester's Aaliyah Esprit as well as collaborations with KILLSWSH and Steo. As always Zero T knows what it takes to keep a listener interested, a testament to his 20 years plus experience, as he continues to be one of the most prolific artists in Drum & Bass.

Zero T - She Moves (feat. KILLSWSH)

Here is my last minute entry of Sending Signals by Flowanastasia & Tyr Kohout, which was release on Deviant Audio. It has always been a dream to work with Anastasias vocals. She is undoubtedly one of the most stand out voices rising in Drum & Bass paired with Tyr Kohouts technical wizardry. As always just having fun and congrats to the winners! Plenty of amazing entries! :)

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Sending Signals

Flowanastasia & Tyr Kohout - Sending Signals (Aaron Payne Remix)

The hypnotic title track from the excellent new @sonicraindnb ep out now on Four Corners Music

Sonic Rain - Future Citizen

Melinki - Time And Time Again

Part of the '10 Year Of Going Soul Deep volume 2' compilation 

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Leniz - Summer Love [OUT NOW]

2021 has been a big year for music, utilizing the energy of the great changes we've all been through for the last year and a half. Live shows are coming back, and the soul of the music is more fierce than ever before. Syren Rivers and M:FX released Changes b/w Glitch on BLUS 45 in February. Fast forward eight months and the soul comes back around with the remix flex by young, Austrian producer DubApe and the duo, Alibi from Brazil.

DubApe is a quickly rising young talent, supported by the likes of London Elektricity, Levela, and Don Diablo, with recent releases on LUX Music – Did You Forget Last Summer EP (also featuring GNRA and MC Longman.),. You might also know DubApe from his dubstep selections on compilations, including Dubstep Selections, Vol 03 on LW Recordings, various EPs on Encrypted Audio as well as the Storm EP on Boka Recs.

Alibi is Level 2 and DJ Chap who are signed exclusilvely on V Recordings. Producing alongside some of the heaviest hitters in drum 'n bass, including Skepticz, Sl8r, Riya, DRS, Serum, L-Side, and DJ Andy – while releasing success after success on the likes of V, Liquid V, Chronic, Hospital, AudioPorn, Sun & Bass Spearhead Records, C.I.A Records, and now on Blu Saphir – as well as releasing their debut album in 2018, Said & Done.

BLUS049
A. SYREN RIVERS x M:FX – CHANGES (ALIBI REMIX) 
B. SYREN RIVERS x M:FX – GLITCH (DUBAPE REMIX)

Support by; DJ Marky, L-Side, John B, Wingz, Kyrist, Arkaik, Kusp, Goddard., Yatuza, Zound, Reid SPeed, BRK, C4C, Bassface Sascha, BigBud, Azi FM, Division, Randpm Mpvement, Flaco, Dom Whiting, Uphonix, Logan D, Prfct Mandem, MissLedz, DJ Suv

A. CHANGES (ALIBI REMIX):
Coming strong right out of the gate, the boys from Brazil slam through with a gritty neuro build, before touching down with floor-rumbling subs and gritty synth bass. Spacey effects light up the backdrop, while Syren Rivers's heavenly voice is manipulated to perfection, as if in surround sound.

The tune comes to a halt momentarily. Don't be fooled. The gritty build slams through one more time – with Syren's voice once again echoing through. Deep attacks on the drums will send your feet into a planetary assault on the dance floor.

B. GLITCH (DUBAPE REMIX):
Uplifting drums, lush chords, keys, and deep bass accentuate this beautiful and singable number. Bringing bliss to the dance floor is what this tune is all about. The realness penetrating through Syren Rivers's words hits hard, while the build creeps and the bass drops just moments before a tease of the chorus. Well worth the wait though – with added feels once it fully lands. True mastery of musical craft through the young producer. The vocal trails off while absorbing the lush chords to the outro.

For more on Alibi, please visit the following links: 
https://alibimusic.vip/ 
https://soundcloud.com/officialalibi 
http://www.facebook.com/alibibrazil

For more on Dubape, please visit the following links: 
https://www.beatport.com/artist/dubape/472032 
https://soundcloud.com/dubape 
https://www.facebook.com/DubApe

For more on Blu Saphir Recordings, please visit the following links:
http://www.blusaphir.com 
https://blusaphirrecs.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/blusaphir_records 
https://www.mixcloud.com/discover/blu-saphir-show/

BLUS049

Glitch (Dubape Remix)

Syren Rivers x M:FX - Glitch (DubApe Remix) (Blu Saphir 049)

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Inform Records is delighted to welcome Caleo to the label with a strong 3-tracker EP 'Twisted Keys'. If there is anything certain in this world, it's that the talented London producer will never disappoint the lovers of deep drum and bass, this EP being no different.

Starting us off on the musical journey, Caleo takes us through dark and enigmatic wavelengths with the first track 'Mystical Ends'. Accompanied with his signature deeply cutting bassline, the occasional chopped vocals, and a smooth, inarguably mysterious melody, this track is bound to put you in to a relaxed headspace.

The second track, and the namesake of the EP, 'Twisted Keys’ features Onidae whose vocals are almost made for the deeper sounds of drum and bass. This aerial, yet still dark and powerful track gives the hopeless, almost tiring feeling of looking for your place in this world, twisting the keys on endless doors while they remain closed. "The hazy days, weight lifts…" as not all is lost, Onidae showing us light at the end of the tunnel with his words remaining as an echo in your mind even after the four and a half minutes of the song run empty.

Sweet like honey and fresh like the upcoming spring would be the exact words to describe the final track 'Honeybee' which brings us an airy, almost weightless atmosphere that is complimented by Rosie Bailey's delicate and soft vocals. The lush melody and bassline are easy-going, almost as if meandering around, trying to find a flower to land on.

The 'Twisted Key' EP proves once again that Caleo is definitely a name to keep your eyes on as we are more than certain he has even more great things in store for the future.

Juno + Spotify exclusive: 04/03/2022
Full release: 11/03/2022

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Twisted Keys EP

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DJ Marky & S.P.Y - Yellow Shoes (Calibre Remix)

The Blacklab brothers Kariem and Kashim from Las Vegas, are back on Soulvent following up their 2018 single ‘Human Condition’. Clearly comfortable this side of the pond, this time they are doubling down with a lustrous 4 track EP entitled ‘Violet’ - which clearly reflects their varied and expansive sound. From the whimsical, laid back vibe of ‘Early Birds’ to the gritty underground feel of ‘Unreal’, there is certainly a little something for everyone with this debut EP from the Nevada natives.
	
Opener ‘Early Birds’ certainly catches the worm with crooning, siren-like vocals before dropping into an easy-listening groove backed by raspy saxophone and twinkling keys. A soft primer dripping with grace that sets the tone of what is to come. 

Title track ‘Violet's tubular bells, rousing string plucks and calm tones provide a blooming soundscape for the bracing drum work to shine through. Another sublime piece of arpeggiated liquid from the American pair.

‘Columbia’s double bass instantly gets your toes tapping, developing into a moody mover of a tune. The bongo laden break has a distinctively vintage feel to it. Haunting atmospheres and swelling bass textures result in a track drenched in sophisticated, measured energy. 

Finally, ‘Unreal’ comes to life with an ominous, techy intro. A high energy, shuffling break provides the platform for a ribcage shakingly powerful bass line that will find itself at home on both home and club systems alike.

Out in all good stores on the 7th of August, don’t sleep on these delicious desert vibes from Blacklab.

Violet

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Blacklab - Unreal

Blu Saphir Music Group - For Demos: info@blusaphir.com

Blu Saphir Recordings was created in 2005 on the grounds of improving and expanding the variety of sounds that liquid funk has to offer. Jay Rome got in contact with Muffler, Kaleb and Contour back in 2003. He loved their music and decided to work with them on a new label to release proper music,” the label owner comments. “Twintone and I had completed a tune entitled “I Try” which had such good feedback that Muffler decided to do a remix. We had these tunes ready for the label, so we started Blu Saphir Recordings to release it.”

The label has gone on throughout to release two more singles, featuring the aforementioned Muffler remix of “I Try” and Bungle remix of “Synapse” on the latest release, number 003. Number four is on the rise with Aspect’s “Soul Lady” and Electrosoul System’s “Fun” and 005 is out now with Jebar & D.K. Foyer’s “Rhytual” and a remix by Soundtrax mastermind, Big Bud on the flip. The following 006 will be another masterpiece by the likes of Chino and Submorphics with the tunes "Jade Sunrise" and "Revisions".

There’s a lot in store for the future of the label. Featuring upcoming releases by Derrick & Tonika, Bassface Sascha,Ill Esha, The Ego and label owner Jay Rome himself, Blu Saphir will continue to push on a new sound of liquid funk to the masses. 

DIGITAL BLUS

Following three years of mighty Blu Saphir tunes, we have decided to launch a sister label dedicated to releasing the highest quality drum & bass mp3s. The main focus of the new imprint is to cater to upcoming producers who are putting out quality tracks but haven’t secured a vinyl release yet. The label will have a similar sound to the Blu Saphir parent label, housing many of the styles you’ve already become familiar with, including liquid, atmospheric and deeper minimal drum & bass.

The first release features Birmingham newcomer Fluxem with a superb duo of liquid tracks, “Justify” and “Everything”. His tracks have been played by many of the heavy hitters of the melodic side of drum ‘n bass including Chrissy Chris (1xtra), Ash Attack, Dan Marshal, Specific, Submorphics and many more. Digital Blus will be available through Beatport, Itunes, Finetunes and Trackitdown.

BLU SAPHIR LIMITED

As evolution would have it, the force behind the Blu Saphir camp wasn't done – 2013 dawned a new era of techy, deep, dark and rolling drum 'n bass in the amalgamation of Blu Saphir LTD. Introducing a pair of thunderous rollers by Japan's Hayato, the imprint has gone on to release bangers by Monologue, DJ Chap, Roy Green & Protone,NME Click and many more. Up & coming releases by Inkognitiv and our exclusive label artist Sequences.

SYNC:SAPHIR

After numerous successful releases on both labels, label owners, Jay Rome of Blu Saphir and Syncopix of (you guessed it!) Syncopix Recordings have combined forced to create a new collaboration, Sync:Saphir.

“The goal behind Sync:Saphir is to push out some fresh minimal, deep and liquid drum and bass music by both talent new artists and well known producers,” Jay Rome of Blu Saphir goes on - “At first , I had the idea to release an EP with Syncopix, but then we decided to make a bigger wave with an LP and two sampler vinyls. The LP will be a double CD album. One will contain a back-to-back mix between Syncopix and myself alongside MC Shnek, (who is also a well known producer, releasing several tracks with Concept on C.I.A. and Soundtrax Recs). On the other CD we will present 13 tracks by both well known and fresh newcomer producers.”

Artists planned to appear include Electrosoul System, Muffler, Mr. Sizef, Enei, Syncopix, Henree, Joe Syntax, Paul B, Edward Oberon, Bionic1 and a few others. Both samplers are available now, while the double CD has a planned January 2010 launch date, followed by the digital release in February (which will contain a few bonus tracks).

Syren Rivers x M:FX - Glitch (DubApe Remix) (Blu Saphir 049)

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