The first ever image of a black hole was revealed on the 10th April 2019. Pretty inspiring! Little did we know that our track would disappear into its own black hole - hard drive failure! And all that’s left is this exported draft. Love it anyway.

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PausePlay: The Handrum and Bass Journey

PausePlay is an Indigenous music creator and mashup artist embarked on a journey of sonic exploration. Inspired by the rhythms of drum and bass and the soulful melodies of Indigenous hip hop and traditional singing, he sought to merge these diverse influences into a unique sound. The spark ignited while watching DJ Shub on CBC Music’s YouTube series “DJ Shub War Club” in 2021, where the track “Indomitable” at 161bpm led to a revelation of its compatibility with the drum and bass tempo of 172bpm.

Delving deeper into this musical fusion, he discovered Fawn Woods’ track “Love is Real” at 76bpm, which, after adjustments to 86bpm for halftiming with drum and bass, seamlessly intertwined with the rhythmic landscape. Critical key adjustments were made to harmonize vocals with the track’s melody, resulting in the birth of “Handrum and Bass.”

This newfound sound wasn’t just a musical experiment; it became a digital pathway deeply rooted in Indigenous culture, weaving a tapestry of tradition and storytelling. From the groovy vibes of Indigenous Funk to the gritty beats of DDD dark hip hop, his creations captivated audiences far and wide.

With each beat and melody, his story resonated, bridging cultures and creating a harmonious blend of past and present, tradition and innovation. And as the stage lights dimmed and the music began to play, the narrative of PausePlay continued to unfold, leaving audiences mesmerized by the magic of Handrum and Bass!

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Flow Theory is the brainchild of Australian-based, globally-grown DJ and producer Ashley Zadel, also known as @Aztoria. Named after a psychological state, the Theory of Flow describes the feeling of being so immersed that time disappears.

From Cape Town to London, Israel to Brazil, New Zealand and across Australia, Ash’s expert set craft and infectious energy bridge the gap between progressive and full-on Psytrance.

A prodigious tune-maker, his 2022 Up Records EP Into the Forest hit #1 on Beatport’s Top 100 chart, while his track Cosmic Sound of Music featured in the Boom Festival 2022 set by Nano Records artists Regan and Dala.

A fresh wave of 2025 releases is on the way, with collabs alongside Pragmatix, Koshiro, Biscuit Bytes, Triex, Amordad, Meraki and more - dropping on United Beats Records, Tribeadelic, and Rizoma Records.

Stay tuned. Get ready to lose time - and find your flow.

new mixes will be coming soon guys... so stay tuned and get ready to have your dance world set on FIRE