Comin’ in hot, Break and Total Science unleash another tasty single via Triii Audio, ‘Blame You’ /‘Aardvark’.
In the aftermath of the inaugural release of ‘Gunfinger’ and ‘Acquiesce’, the trio have now revealed stunning work in the form of ‘Blame You’ and ‘Aardvark’.
From the first play ‘Blame You’ has captivated audiences and selectors, while ‘Aardvark’ comes through with the rootsy, rudeboy, head-nodding vibes. Be sure to get involved and have a listen to the latestofferings from Triii Audio below.

Blame You / Aardvark

Blame You

Jonny L, the man responsible for a favourite tune of mine...'Piper'. This is my mix of Moving Thru Air' on XL Recordings.

Jonny L - 'MOVING THRU AIR' (Optical Remix 1998)

The wait is over - PB4 is here. Perhaps one of the most revered album series in drum & bass is back with a vengeance, and some are saying it maybe the best yet. 

It’s hard to believe this is the debut track by Calibre on Metalheadz, and it’s already a firm dancefloor favourite thanks to its skipping drums and variants in bass. The drums have the unmistakeable Calibre air to them, the air that grabs you by the hips and demands you move and paired with the aforementioned screwface bass, it really is a foregone conclusion that you're going to move.

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Unseen, yet undeniable, the sound of Bluemode cuts through the static, and gives a fresh take on the classic liquid sound. A phantom in the realm of rhythm, Bluemode steps onto the stage with a sound that fuses the nostalgic heartbeats of classic funk and soul with the pulsating energy of early 2000s Liquid D&B. 

In a scene that thrives on the new and innovative, Bluemode is an exciting new presence, embodying the essence of what Liquid V stands for. His debut single "Velvet / I Don't Even Know" marks the beginning of an exciting journey.

Who is Bluemode? The answer lies in the music. Stay tuned for more from this exciting new talent.

Bluemode - I Don't Even Know [Liquid V]

Evan Short, a Kiwi pioneer of the DnB movement with 23 years of production under his belt, having once been a founding member of Concord Dawn, is now working under his NEW moniker Kiljoy, producing a tech-step jungle-edged sound that he loves with a passion. Releases "Heart Of A Lion EP" on Function Records.

HEART OF A LION

HEART OF A LION EP

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Kiljoy - Space Bells

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Citate Forms close out the summer with their 65th release, introducing 20-year-old Russian talent Sileighty to the catalogue.

Showcasing a distinctive style, he blends crisp beats with striking melodies, delivering tracks that carry both freshness and vision. Each cut captures his rising artistry, built to connect with newcomers and long-time heads alike.

A standout debut that marks Sileighty as one to watch and a strong new chapter for Citate Forms.

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Alphaze has finally lost the plot — and we’re all better off for it! The Ravin’ Mad EP on Serial Killaz Recordings is six slabs of jump up filth, jungle chaos and rave mayhem, stitched together for maximum dancefloor carnage.

Rooted in the rowdy grit of jump up, yet laced with the feverish energy of jungle and the euphoric chaos of early rave culture, this EP is pure peak-time ammunition. Alphaze blends snarling basslines with frantic breaks, rave-stab frenzy and enough low-end pressure to make the foundations quiver. The result? Dancefloors left grinning and gurning, with ravers caught somewhere between the past, the present, and the next reload.

Warning: side effects may include bass face, reckless skanking and the need to call in sick to work on Monday morning.


Ravin Mad EP

Oh Yeah (Agro Remix)

Fuck it

Next up from Sofa Sound is the forthcoming collaborations from drum & bass heavyweights DLR, Break, Randall and Ulterior Motive, a collective who’ve all helped to pioneer the genre whilst staying inherently underground. Whilst Break and Randall have laid its foundations, producers like DLR and Ulterior Motive have shaped the more contemporary scene, although both tracks signify the colossal engineering standards of each featuring artist. The established names also bring their weight to Sofa Sound’s back catalogue, which has expanded since its creation by DLR in 2017. 

DLR, Break and Randall come together for lead track ‘Song & Dance’, an old-school reminiscent roller with snipped up, mc-lead vocal samples and jazzy instrumentals. The energy between all three artists is instantly recognisable, with Randall’s old-school approach shining through each layer. On top of strung guitar notes and a hook which nods to its namesake, ‘Song & Dance’ blends a mixture of styles to present a versatile addition to Sofa Sound.

Next comes ‘Modules’, featuring a combination of sonics recorded through Ulterior Motive’s modular set up. The ruminating drums and basses brought from the collections of their collaborators deliver its funkier elements, with the bassline fluctuating between notes and twisting its way through a melodic undertow. Alongside its unusual structure, the track’s organic approach and frequent switches grab its listener unaware. Another imperative release on Sofa Sound, the imprint has shown its commitment to artists from across the spectrum, through both its digital releases and physical discography additions.

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"He is best known for his work with Ed Rush, fellow head of the Virus Recordings label, and as a pioneer of the techstep and neurofunk sound. His first single for Metalheadz, 'To Shape the Future'/'Raging Calm' (1997) and his collaborative material with Ed Rush, such as the Wormhole, album (1998) were archetypal developments in the style. The duo followed this debut album with The Creeps (2000) and The Original Doctor Shade (2003), as well as countless singles and remixes. More recently, the duo have returned to form with their (2009) LP 'Travel The Galaxy' containing the modern classic 'Chubrub' and 'No Cure' LP in 2015."

"He also notably did all of the engineering and production work for Grooverider's album Mysteries of Funk, and work on Goldie's 'Saturns Return' LP. In addition, he has produced solo for many labels including Virus, Metalheadz, Prototype, 31 Records, Metro and released in collaboration with many artists, including Ed Rush, Trace, Dom and Roland, Fierce, and his brother Matrix. The first Optical release was in 1996."

"Matt Quinn's savage dance floor productions as Optical (for, among many others, Groove's own label Prototype) have earned him a place in drum'n'bass's premier division.”

"Optical's pure, unchallenged talent shines through on his solo tunes, showcasing an artist well ahead of his time. No doubt the modern sounds of the likes of D-Bridge, Instra:mental and the rest of the minimalist dark revival heads, draw heavy influence not only from Optical himself, but from his inspirations in Jazz, such as Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. His ability to blend Jazz, Funk and futuristic, technical soundscapes is masterful. From his early work on Metalheadz and Prototype Recordings to his collaborative work on Virus Recordings and the classic Mysteries of Funk (Grooverider's landmark LP), Optical can perhaps qualify as one of the most underrated musicians of the modern era. His mind has crafted sounds which were never before heard, moods which were completely original, and his vision of the future, although ultimately dark and disjointed, is beautifully vivid and addictive. Its a world he pulls you into with each and every track and only a handful of artists can begin to dream of being this successful in their work."

Virus Recordings has become a DnB scene favourite and continues to release the ultimate in DnB vibes, with artists like C4C, Audio, Optiv & BTK, The Upbeats, Noisia, Gridlok, Ram Trilogy, Matrix, Rymetyme, Sonic & Silver, Pendulum, Mefjus,  InsideInfo

Jonny L - 'MOVING THRU AIR' (Optical Remix 1998)

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