This is the final chapter in a four-part journey through the raw landscapes of late 90s and early 2000s drum and bass. Recorded in July 2014, this 69 minute vinyl session closes the series with a sharp focus on the rare, dark, and high-energy essence of techstep’s golden age.

The mix features elusive tracks from artists such as DJ Surreal & Parameter II, Monophace, The Smokester, Neutrik, and Pieter K, blending metallic basslines with tense atmospheres and relentless rhythms. Every transition carries the grit and weight of vinyl, amplifying the intensity of the era’s underground sound.

As with the earlier volumes, the emphasis lies on unearthed gems cuts that slipped beneath the mainstream but defined the uncompromising spirit of the scene between 1999 and 2002. Cold, driving, and unforgiving, the mix captures the sound of a moment when drum and bass was at its most experimental and dystopian.

With this final session, the series comes full circle, an archival exploration of techstep’s darker edges, pieced together through analog warmth and the uncompromising precision of the decks. A closing statement for listeners who crave the raw and restless heart of drum and bass.

FM - Techstep mix 4 (07.2014)

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Born and bred in the tropics of Malaysia, Hrishikesh is now marching on to his 3rd decade in his electronic  music career and studio life. Back in the late 90's a collaboration earned him a name and he was actively producing music and performing 'live' as a main counterpart to the electronica band Spacebar Collective. Still a persistent DJ, remixer and audio engineer by profession, produces mainly breakbeats and drum & bass as a passion. Kesh, for short, goes by his newly appointed stage name 'Sonorishi ' nowadays whenever he performs. Occasionally, he performs his DJ sets to the masses of clubbers in this part of the world, whenever the occasion arises. He has also played alongside the Metalheadz pioneer Goldie in recent times (under the Art Xtreme Media banner) on local grounds.

All tracks are original and complete music compositions. Collaborations with record labels, musician, vocalist will be aforementioned.

Collecting vinyl records since 2008, I made my debut on the scene in 2010. My early years were rooted in dark, raw sounds - neurofunk, technoid, amen breaks - culminating in techstep drum and bass. My love for drum and bass runs deep, dating back to the late '90s, and it shaped my approach to music selection. I’ve always sought out lesser-known artists, a hallmark of my mixes for those who take the time to listen.
In 2016, I released my final drum and bass mix as a podcast for NFSOP. As time passed, my musical tastes matured, leading to a slower tempo and an exploration of techno, electro, and similar genres. My mixes, still infused with the same fervor and energy, are now characterized by intricate and nuanced rhythms, yet always anchored by the timeless appeal of vinyl records.
Currently, I’m a resident DJ at Willa in Łódź, continuing to refine my craft with every set.

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