Artist: CZA
Release: Reanimate // Mycelium
Label: Cause4Concern Recordings
Cat#: C4CDIGUK075
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“Reanimate” / “Mycelium”, a double bill of certified heavy hitters from label co-founder CZA. Serving as the decorated DJ/producer’s first solo release of 2023, it follows on from last year’s well-received “Nightdrive” single, with this pair of new offerings further embracing his dark and direct signature sound.

Rhythmically compelling and anchored on addictive synth motifs, “Reanimate” has been constructed with an audible attention to detail, building from minimal, percussive passages to giddy crescendos designed to keep listeners on their toes without breaking the spell of its hypnotic bassline. Taking stylistic cues from D&B’s formative years while remaining firmly rooted in the present, this roller is prime CZA and, as its title suggests, finds itself in constant motion.

On the metaphorical flip side, “Mycelium” paints an ominous picture from the jump with its disquieting drones and garbled lashings of bass, in contrast to its lighter counterpart. By the drop, volatile breakbeats have come into play, stuttering and stopping unpredictably and making use of atypical drum programming to bring a breath of fresh air to a familiar style. Topped off with spluttering, mechanical synths that yo-yo around the scale with a feverish intensity, it’s an inventive composition, leaning into sci-fi sensibilities to create an immersive listening experience that showcases yet another string to CZA’s bow.

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CZA // Reanimate // Mycelium // C4CDIGUK075 // OUT NOW!

“Mycelium” paints an ominous picture from the jump with its disquieting drones and garbled lashings of bass, in contrast to its lighter counterpart. By the drop, volatile breakbeats have come into play, stuttering and stopping unpredictably and making use of atypical drum programming to bring a breath of fresh air to a familiar style. Topped off with spluttering, mechanical synths that yo-yo around the scale with a feverish intensity, it’s an inventive composition, leaning into sci-fi sensibilities to create an immersive listening experience that showcases yet another string to CZA’s bow.

CZA // Mycelium // C4CDIGUK075 // OUT NOW!

“Reanimate” has been constructed with an audible attention to detail, building from minimal, percussive passages to giddy crescendos designed to keep listeners on their toes without breaking the spell of its hypnotic bassline. Taking stylistic cues from D&B’s formative years while remaining firmly rooted in the present, this roller is prime CZA and, as its title suggests, finds itself in constant motion.

CZA // Reanimate // C4CDIGUK075 // OUT NOW!

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Causing unease, causing disquiet and causing some serious dancefloor damage, Cause4Concern are back to their invincible best, and those caught in their collective laser beams will never be quite the same again. Optiv (Deceased) & CZA have been an institution in drum & bass since their collective beginning back in 1999, and are in no way ready to give up on their plans of world domination just yet. 

From their London base, they have set about and conquered many different styles of drum & bass, be it on their own family of labels, or via such major players as Virus, Invisible, Quarantine, Playaz and many more. Their performances have graced all parts of the world, and have left crowds stunned and begging for more. Their artistry, versatility and quality are all hallmarks of their dedication to the scene, stretching back some 20 years. 

Since the very start, C4C have been widely respected, no matter what they have turned their hands to. Their first release was on the mighty Moving Shadow, and it wasn’t long until they put their creative heads together, and started their own seminal imprint. That label, C4C Recordings, has seen releases and remixes from some amazing artists, including Audio, Prolix, Black Sun Empire, Mindscape, Teebee, Gydra, Matrix, IHR and more, and, as artists themselves. One of their finest moments came with the issue of the Pandemic album in 2008, further cementing their reputation for awe-inspiring, high quality music. 

C4C’s sound is a story of contrasts. From the light to the dark, but deeper, and deeper still, they blend the seemingly simple with the highly intricate. Crystalline drums mix with warming, liquid bass notes. C4C are, and have never been, about any one thing, but add elements to their palette which are least expected. Their music shines with brilliance, being sharply original and experimental at all times. Deep, nearly spiritual grooves mix easily with a nose for the dancefloor. You have to listen to fully understand. 

C4C stand as warriors in an ever-changing scene. Their importance has never been more apparent than now, as they reaffirm their passion and integrity with new music and increased touring activity. They represent something pure, something unsullied in their approach to music making, with each member adding their own style to compliment the others’. 

2019 is seeing renewed activity right across the C4C spectrum. With a whole host of upcoming releases from themselves as well as brand-new material from respected artists In the scene, they continue to shape the drum & bass world with regular live and radio appearances. 
Cause4Concern continue to be one of the most exciting names in drum & bass. Watch out for their music coming to you in a number of different guises, all united by a desire and an ability to move the crowd, mind, body and soul. Causing a disturbance, causing a reaction and causing one and all to sit up and take notice.