Needles at the ready, as the Dr prepares to inject us with shot number -31 of the ec2a Dubplate Collection, this one being a certified cure for those dancefloor withdrawals as we witness the walls of our clubs heating up once again. 

After a year's stint of delivering an array of bass-heavy flavours during difficult times, ec2a continues to push boundaries in the scene and is quick to provide yet another release that is aptly ready for the dance. The Dr has been sure to pick up the pace, and rightly so, as this selection takes us back to what can only be described as that ‘90’s jungle mania’ - when the rave was first popping off. 

Who better to be behind the buttons than Bristol-based powerhouse Roy Bar, having had well-received releases on labels such as CNCPT and Locus Sound and whose audacious productions have recently become a testament to the city's underground scene. After teasing us with a free download ‘The Right Way’, Roy Bar kicks off with his latest version of ‘Ode’ (A-side), as he brings to us a think-break-filled steady roller that has been brewing in the archives for a hot minute. Yet it remains timeless and now sits alongside ‘Dangerous’ (B-side) which boasts archetypal jungle with a melodic synth twist. 

As we re-enter the rave, this release is essential to the nostalgic notion of electronic bass music. Go cop and make history.

Roy Bar - Dangerous

STREAM/DOWNLOAD: http://submerchants.fanlink.to/Smoke

Heading into the new year off the back of a series of successful releases and events, Sub Merchants are excited to announce the next instalment of singles that will culminate in our third full-length EP - 'Columbia Road' - an exploration of contemporary garage and breaks in the year 2022, soundtracked by those pushing the scene forward in new and exciting ways.

With that, we are kicking off proceedings with none other than Denmark's own Main Phase, paired with the smooth vocal flow of Rakjay. With the last couple of years presenting releases from the enigmatic producer on Time Is Now Records, ec2a, Dansu Discs are more, 2021 was far from a slow year for Main Phase, and we’re excited to be welcoming him to the label for his debut offering. ‘Smoke’ is a certified soundsystem onslaught, dragging the genre down to its murky roots, with Rakjay’s effortless vocals skimming across the surface of the music.

Smoke

Stream/Download

Main Phase & Rakjay - Smoke [OUT FRI 25 FEB]

Half dubstep, half heavy jungle, with a bit of footwork thrown in. If you're liking the sounds of heavy bass then drop us a like n a comment. I'd love to win the competition and get to play at Outlook UK this year so if ur a friend this is the time to show ur support <3

EDITED to add track list: 
Khandroma - Hera
Aardvarck - Monkey see…
LoveTheEnd - Legion
Thelem &ONHELL - Causatum
De Grandi - My Volvo, My Rules (-555-Mix)
Boris Barksdale - Soft Ride
Kessler - Vrieselaan
Dead Man’s Chest - Tears (Fantazia Version)
Thugwidow - Hard Rave Aesthetic
NORA DRUM - I Can Tell That You’re Trying
Fetus - Black Glass
REALIST PIERCE - Cold Ride
Flex Blur - Altaine

Kickers x Outlook Competition 2022 Entry from Poison Ivy

Cooking up a little jungle with an old school vibe

Alchemist

DJ Marika returns with 'Ira' - a deeply personal and emotional track, dedicated to the most important presence in his life. 

The song blends heartfelt meaning with polished electronic production, and it's brought to life by the unmistakable voice of Doru Trăscău - known for his work with AB4 and The Mono Jacks, now part of his new project, Melancholic Punk. 

The release comes with three remixes, each taking 'Ira' in a new direction. Freqax kicks things off with a powerful, cinematic drum & bass version - intense, emotional, and impossible to ignore. Mentol follows up with a smooth and catchy deep house remix that's ready for radio play - perfect for chill sets or warm-up vibes. Fin & Stanley close the pack with a breakbeat take that taps into that Moderat-like sound - moody, textured, and timeless. 

'Ira' isn't just a track - it's a story told through music, built on real emotion and shaped by a strong lineup of artists.
 
Stream / Download: https://lnk.to/dj-marika-feat-melancholic-punk-ira

▪ DJ Marika:
https://www.facebook.com/djmarikaofficial
https://soundcloud.com/dj-marika

▪ Freqax:
https://www.facebook.com/Freqax.Official
https://soundcloud.com/freqax

▪ Mentol:
https://www.facebook.com/djmentol.ro
https://soundcloud.com/mentolmusic

▪ Fin & Stanley:
https://www.facebook.com/FinStanleyhh
https://soundcloud.com/finstanley

▪ Selectro:
https://www.selectrorecords.com
https://www.facebook.com/SelectroPage
https://soundcloud.com/selectro-official

#djmarika #melancholicpunk #freqax #drumandbass #bassmusic #mentol #deephouse #housemusic #finandstanley #breakbeat #breaks #romania #music #selectrorecords

Stream / Download

DJ Marika Feat. Melancholic Punk - Ira

with u

[TUM022] Lucent - Hardkore Appeal (Denham Audio Remix)(Out Now)

Premiere: Pluralist - Let Them Blow (Out 3rd February on Manuka Records)

Article : http://www.seeksicksound.com/premiere-uk-garage-un-nouveau-titre-de-hartta-pour-la-compilation-inaugurale-de-dead-trax/

@hartta
@deadtraxuk

[Premiere] Hartta - If You (out on Dead Trax)

Out of SVQ (Spain), @digitaldiogenes & @hartta join forces once again to bring us this soulful sample-based 160 DJ tool filled with reckless Amen breaks... 

Taken from "The Grooveyard: Vol. 1" cassette/digital compilation (DDTX001) // OUT NOW (limited to 50 copies) > https://deadtraxuk.bandcamp.com/

Label: Dead Trax
Catalogue Number: DDTX001
Title: The Grooveyard Volume 1
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: UK Garage / Breaks / Jungle / Rave
Release Date: November 6th 2020
Format: Limited Cassette Tape / Digital
Artwork: Nathan “Boris” Carr & BARE1

Tracklist:
A1. Earthnut - Even
A2. Hartta - Aku Dub (Ten Levels Remix)
A3. Grave Grooves - 66
A4. Hartta - If You
A5. Local Group - Fire
A6. D. Perignon - Glow Worm
A7. Agora - Reach 4 The Lasers
B1. Digital Diogenes & Hartta - Running Wild
B2. Margari’s Kid - Serotonin
B3. Grave Grooves - Fuel
B4. San - Everybody Out
B5. Lo Chi - After Effects
B6. Occitanie - Homecoming

DEAD TRAX:
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/deadtraxuk/
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Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/deadtraxuk/

The Grooveyard: Volume 1

OUT NOW

Digital Diógenes & Hartta - Running Wild [DDTX001]

Artwork by Freddy Mills

@celestialbeingdubs
@shebaq
@nationalofnone
@lil-black-juice
@blokssom
@soundsofluxe
@folly_music

[SSRMX001] The REHD Remixes (CLIPS)

Label, club night & collective // Est. 2020

Bookings, premieres & contact: deadtraxrecords@gmail.com