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Premiering 'RNG Remix' by Dev/Null (@devnull-dj) taken from the Microjunglizm EP out November 19, 2021 via @evar-records

This November, American cult hero Dev/Null debuts on Trickfinger & Aura T-09's Evar Records with MICROJUNGLIZM, an 8-track album that explores the power and beauty of darkcore, jungle tekno and breakbeat rave. Chopped drums, hairpin turns and alluringly emotional pads open up a time portal between the past and the future, decorated with haunting samples and musical Easter eggs that show off Boston-based Dev/Null's deep history as a rave historian and scholar.

MICROJUNGLIZM's fantasy suite was written over the last year, arranged and sequenced entirely without a computer. Dev/Null fell in love with Teenage Engineering's PO-33 Pocket Operator – a portable, pocket-sized sequencer that he started using during his DJ sets to create special versions on the fly. The limitations of making entire tracks inside the PO-33 immediately suggested the sampling techniques and stylistic hallmarks of early jungle, already one of Pete's longtime obsessions.

"The PO-33 has some of the same low-fi sonic charm as retro gear used back in the day," Pete explains. "8-bit samples, 11khz mono sound, kind of like an Amiga computer. It's been really fun and exciting to have my own tracks to throw into sets – even if they're raw, unfinished 3-minute things which get played once and never again. A few of these tunes were done for my sets at parties thrown by Aura T-09 in L.A., so I'm happy they're coming out on her label."

While these tracks may seem maximal, they are minimal to Pete's ear – a departure from the intricately sliced and information-dense breakcore for which he's known. The album emotionally bottles the essence of a bygone era with an individual palette of influences, from UK grime anthems to Italian horror soundtracks. Pete is not merely trying to tap into the cultural zeitgeist for all things jungle and breakbeat rave – he's already been here, stoking the fires of this scene since the early 2000s with his tastemaker blog (Blog to the Old Skool), his cult vinyl reissue label 8205 Recordings, and his deep dive radio shows: Demon Poetry on NTS and BTTO (with new-era jungle torchbearer Tim Reaper) on Jungletrain.net. MICROJUNGLIZM itself follows on from the momentum created by Pocket Selector, Dev/Null's 2020 outing with the PO-33 on the Modern Urban Jazz label, run by veteran UK drum 'n' bass producer Justice.

MICROJUNGLIZM is available NOVEMBER 19th, on Evar Records via digital download and 12" vinyl. Check out these amazing breakbeat meditations from a modern master of the style.

“As a DJ, producer and host of website/radio show Blog to the Oldskool, Pete Cassin’s musical activities are by the dedicated, for the dedicated.” - Truants

Microjunglizm

DRILLPREMIERE: Dev/Null - RNG Remix [Evar Records]

Premiering 'Scopin' by DJ Freelancer(@djfreelancerr) taken from the ACG EP out November 11, 2021 via @urbanstghetto

DRILLPREMIERE: DJ Freelancer - Scopin [УРБАН]

Premiering 'Many Lifetimes' by KSETDEX(@kset-dex) taken from the Street Teknology V/A EP out November 30, 2021 via @urwaxx

urwaxx introduces new street music teknology

Street Teknology

DRILLPREMIERE: KSETDEX - Many Lifetimes [urwaxx]

Premiering Regal86's (@bregal86) remix of '109' by LU2K (@lu2k) taken from the "FUCK REAL LIFE" EP out  January 12, 2022 via @99ctsrcrds

From growing up in Pennsylvania to moving to NYC, Puerto Rican producer, Luis Aponte has been known for being one of the most influential drummers of his generation and part of PA hxc band JESUS PIECE.
It’s natural since his young age that, LU2K, his dj & producer alias, was experimenting music through electronics and finding his way into bass, hardcore or breaks. After years spent behind the drums, he is now spreading his music in the Electronic scene with his unique sound and aesthetic.
LU2K carries a strong musical background and culture, but also an energy that is demonstrated on any dance floor, through his last releases and Dj sets.

We are extremely proud to welcome him on 99CTS RCRDS with his new & second release : "FUCK REAL LIFE".

All track written and produced by LU2K
Master by Qant - ( qantmastering@gmail.com )
Artwork by Domz - (www.instagram.com/domz)

"FUCK REAL LIFE"

DRILLPREMIERE: LU2K - 109 (Regal86 Remix) [99cts RCRDS]

Premiering 'Die Another Day' by POUCH ENVY(@pouch-envy) taken from the VIP CLUB EDITS VOL. 2 EP out March 19, 2022 via @pouch-envy

<3 mostly original tracks with acapellas <3

☆cuz sharing is caring☆

Mixed and Mastered by POUCH ENVY

Art by Luna Woelle (ig: @wo11.e)

Artists sampled: City Girls, Madonna, Nicki, Spice Girls, Aqua, Trey Songz, C+C Factory, The Prodigy


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VIP CLUB EDITS VOL. 2

DRILLPREMIERE: POUCH ENVY - Die Another Day [Self-released]

had to hit y'all with another japanese edit.
this was old, never got round to finishing it until now.

if you hyucc when you succ, dm me. lmaooooo.

COP ON DA BANDCAMP

KNUCKIFYOUBUCK. (SAMURAI EDIT)

- Cyan85 (Lunar Orbiter Program, Voitax / DE)

@cyan85

Hailing from the rough depths of Eastern Germany, Cyan85 brings a diverse sound to the thriving electro scene that drifts effortlessly from soulful and warm sun-drenched anthems, right through to in-the-red, robotic slammers.

It’s easy to draw parallels between the industrialised East and the infamous US area code 313. The discarded remains of a once-thriving center of manufacturing provide many havens for electro lovers in the form of abandoned factories and warehouses. Similar to the Detroit forefathers from whom he draws his influences, it was in these concrete spaces that Cyan85 first cut his teeth a little over half a decade ago.

Since then, he has garnered a name for himself as a capable and versatile DJ, traversing multiple genres as he brings his sets from dreamy, downtempo lushness to hard-hitting machine-driven funk. Eclecticism is a deep part of his musical identity and one that is clearly apparent in his debut EP “Bay of Sampieri”, released on the seminal, Berlin-based label Voitax.

Cyan85’s bouncy, energetic sound comes from a music-making process with live, hardware-based improvisation at its heart. Nestled in his cosy studio next to Kalif Storch Club, he jams out on a variety of vintage synths and drum machines. He then edits, processes and augments using a collection of software plugins to create his own, modernised take on that classic Detroit style.

DRILLCAST028 - Cyan85

Premiering 'Tell Me How' by GG Mothra (@ggmothra) taken from GG Mothra - SALT LICK EP out April 10, 2020 via @relatedarticles

GG Mothra is an Auckland born electronic musician, currently based in Western Canada. Taking influence from the energetic rhythms of Chicago footwork, jungle and the 160 tag on soundcloud, GG Mothra creates hectic dance music for babies. The 'SALT LICK' EP, preceded by 2019's album 'Two Demons Kissing', rides the line between aurally overstimulating and rhythmically entrancing.

Mastered by Reuben Winter 
Artwork by Billy Kerrigan 
Cover Design Joe Locke

SALT LICK

DRILLPREMIERE: GG Mothra - Tell Me How [Related Articles]

- HANAH (High Digital, Rinse France / Paris, FR)

@hanahmusic
@high_digital

HANAH’s innovative take on breaks, bass and various dnb mutations has carved him out a singular statuts on the Parisian scene as a unanimously revered selector. 
Regularly showcasing his hybrid sound through residencies at the city’s most forward thinking parties, Fusion mes Couilles & 75021, HANAH also continues to explore his futuristic vision through his own productions, recently featured by infamous French collectives Metaphore and Comic Sans, as well as running his own imprint High Digital. He also runs a monthly show on Rinse France.

DRILLCAST060 - HANAH

Premiering 'VILNIUS TECH ' by 666uba (@666uba) taken from the ROBOTER FOLTER VA Compilation EP out November 20, 2020 via @belekrecords

Belek records first VA. 24 artists delivered their hottest tracks for your naughty listening pleasure, across various genres such as ghettotech, electro, breaks, and some harder styles.
Belek stands for values of solidarity and street knowledge, best described by a wise man's words : ''belek à pas t'faire ketchup''.

ROBOTER FOLTER VA

DRILLPREMIERE: 666uba - VILNIUS TECH [Belek Records]

Premiering '$O CLEANNN' by YTP (@3phasesupply) taken from the GHETTO BIOHAZARD EP out October 19, 2020 via @urbanstghetto

Toxic sound right from british isles in first extended play - "Ghetto Biohazard" by YTP.

(APO): authorized personnel only!

GHETTO BIOHAZARD

DRILLPREMIERE: YTP - $O CLEANNN [УРБАН]

Rave and podcast series based in Belgrade.