Dr. Apollo is no stranger to the RAM Records family; he’s a name which has frequented its colossal compilation series as well as the major RAMLive streams which took place throughout the first lockdown. Cementing himself amongst his counterparts, he now falls under the RAM umbrella once again although this time it’s for an extensive body of work, joining the imprint’s sister-label ProgRAM for his debut LP ‘The Simulation’ and standing as the only American to have an album on the imprint.

Consisting of nine brand new tracks, the LA native pulls together an introspective insight into himself as a producer. It provides an epitomic introduction to Dr. Apollo, highlighting his influences as well as showing his knowledge of drum & bass, something which becomes clear after its very first track ‘Holy Grail’. Between its breaks, and the uplifting positioning of records like ‘Glowing in the Dark’ and ‘Pray for Love’ featuring Bzrkr, ‘In Colour’ alongside FINNI and the cool tones of ‘Brooklyn’, it’s already jam packed with a versatility which shines through with every cut. Meanwhile the laid-back notes of ‘Gold’, the zig zagging bass layers of ‘Operation Prosecco’, old-school inspirations behind ‘Mo90s’ and ‘Waves’ once more with Bzrkr, merges together an impressive selection.

Dr. Apollo flies the flag for US drum & bass, and this is a marker of what’s to come from him as his journey progresses. With more set on the horizon, he’s beginning to stake his claim within the genre, and he does this whilst paying homage to its roots. Something which is clear throughout ‘The Simulation’ album. So once again - it's time to get with the ProgRAM.

Dr. Apollo - The Simulation

Release Date 2020-04-03
    Label Viper Recordings
    Catalog VPRLP032

"With 31 tracks from the genre's finest, the album celebrates the diversity of drum & bass music. Tracks from Viper staples Futurebound, Giganti, Dossa & Locuzzed, and Trei sit alongside some of America's hottest acts like Flite, DJ Empress, Sub Killaz, Replicant , Dr Apollo and more.
8 of the tracks are previously unheard, including the atmospheric collaboration between Dutch duo NCT and label boss himself Futurebound, an elegant yet catchy and emotive tune that is set to be a favourite. Madface returns to Viper with a loud, adrenaline filled dancefloor destroyer, while DJ Phantasy's ode to Bassrush is a wonky jump-up number with a whole lot of funk. Prolix also contributes to the album witha cinematic neuro tune with a gritty, hard-hitting drop, while American pioneers Dr. Apollo and Richter team up for the rock-infused 'Can't Stop' featuring the vocals of Bzrkr. The album also features a new record from Halflight with 'Lean', a foreboding tune with a grimey groove that really stands out. Sub Killaz and Replicant team up for another taste of US DnB with 'Told You So', an ominous, techy tune with a sinister twist. Last but not least, Des McMahon returns to Viper with 'Lone Wolf exclusively just for beatport', a powerful, bass heavy track destined to destroy dancefloors the world over."

Dr. Apollo & Richter - Can't Stop feat. Bzrkr

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Dr. Apollo began his career in 2012 as a winner of the Insomniac Events Discovery Project, and spent the next six years developing his production and DJ skills as Olymp.us, performing at venues and festivals around the world. As a classically trained musician with guidance from mentors like AR Rahman, Quincy Jones, and Drumma Boy, Dr. Apollo has developed mixing and production techniques based on the "Acusonic Recording Process" and the Fibonacci Sequence. In 2018, he joined forces with MC Dino to form Follow The Sun, and in 2019, he began work on the Dr. Apollo project, which has been met with support from artists like Noisia, Matrix & Futurebound, and Rene la Vice.
With support from esteemed labels and industry heavyweights, as well as his own impressive discography, Dr. Apollo is on a scientific mission. Don't miss the opportunity to experience his unique blend of energy and emotion live at a venue near you.

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