The latest edition of my radio show, The Blackdub Sessions, on Sub FM. This month I started off a little differently after finding a folder of 140 beats on my computer. Half an hour of that and half an hour of rolling Drum & Bass. For the second hour I invited Belgian rollout technician, M-zine to put a guest mix together and he didn't disappoint. Enjoy the show!

Tracklist:

Arkah:
WEBC :: All Eyes [Dub]
Flowdan :: Welcome To London (En:vy Bootleg) [Freebie]
Jubei & Youngsta :: Neon Eyes [Metalheadz]
Asylum :: Embryo [Crunch Recordings]
Kaiju :: M16 [Osiris Music]
Sleeper :: Species [Chestplate]
Jubei & Consequence :: Ungrounded [Metalheadz]
En:vy & Hyroglifics :: Nightwalker [Freebie]
Cesco & Hamdi :: Swing King [1985 Music]
Kaiju :: Hunter feat. Flowdan [Osiris Music]
Safire :: Face Your Fear [Dispatch Recordings]
Jubei & J:Kenzo :: Visions [Metalheadz]
Kaiju :: Clang [Osiris Music]
Break :: You Don't Know [Symmetry Recordings]
Auris :: This One Is On Me [Forthcoming Goldfat Records]
Lenzman & Redeyes :: Shine So Bright [Five Alley]
Satl :: Hold Me [Integral Records]
Venna :: Avenue B (Halogenix Bootleg) [Freebie]
Serpnt :: Hackney Hardcore [Forbidden Frequencies]
The Sauce & Rider Shafique :: Killer [The Sauce Recordings]
Speaker Louis :: Flip The Fader (Molecular Remix) [Hyperactivity Music]
Hoax :: Outlaw feat. Degs [Hospital Records]
L0G1N :: The Fool [Forbidden Frequencies]
Malign :: Cold Caller [Seeker Recordings]
Tech Noir :: Bamboo [Metalheadz]
Zed Bias :: Pick Up The Pieces feat. Boudah (Skeptical Remix) [Exit Records]
Arcatype :: 3AM [Carbon Music]
Kublai :: Sullied [C.I.A Records]
Lenzman & Redeyes :: Nag Champa [Five Alley]
Tyrone :: Haunted [Forthcoming Carbon Music]

M-zine Guest Mix:
No Tracklist.

The Blackdub Sessions feat. M-zine :: 08/04/2024 :: Sub FM

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SUB:SOLAR GUEST MIX SERIES
007: DEFECT

Defect, hailing from Aotearoa. With a captivating blend of bass-heavy rhythms and soulful melodies, Defect has been honing his craft for over four years.
Before stepping behind the decks, Defect showcased his musical prowess as a bass player in various professional bands. This experience provided him with a deep understanding of rhythm, groove, and the ability to connect with the audience on a intermate level.
Having spent time living and playing in the music scene of Vancouver, BC, Defect absorbed the diverse sounds and cultures, shaping his eclectic style. While his primary focus remains on the soulful depths of drum and bass, he tastefully incorporates elements from related genres, infusing his sets with flavors of halftime, jungle & 140. His sets are a testament to his passion for the more melodic side of the spectrum, evoking powerful emotions while maintaining an infectious energy.
Currently based in the music mecca of Melbourne/Naarm, Defect has not only embraced the digital age but has remained steadfast in his dedication to vinyl. A collector at heart, his love for vinyl has transcended into his performances. With a keen ear for selection, he takes the dancefloor on an enchanting journey, allowing the tunes to breathe and granting listeners the space to fully appreciate each musical gem.
Defect's DJ sets are characterized by their melodic blends. His ability to read the crowd and respond to their energy levels is second nature, ensuring that every performance is a unique and unforgettable experience.

GUEST MIX SERIES // 007: DEFECT

Kicking things off with ‘Don’t Run’ pulsating sonar drops explosive rolling breaks with a killer vocal sample that evokes the heinous sub-bassline igniting all around. ‘Raver’ an elevated frequency that drives the tempo to panned out beats echoing dancing in fields and warehouses all-night long. Surrender to ‘Amazon’ kaleidoscopic break patterns morphing throughout heed the vocal warning. Futuristic stylings of ‘No Responsibilities’ paired with naughty skanking breaks orchestrate this classic roller.
‘Broadcast’ a uniquely exclusive collaboration between Outrage, Amit & Digital
A calling to all Bass lovers cinematically scaped b-lines that stimulate every sense awash with hertz frequencies, mesmerising ragga vocal & tribalistic beats leading you into unknown territories... Welcome to Dubageddon!!!
The augmented dimension of ‘Power’ draws you closer and unleashes its almighty break-laden weaponry. Collaborating with Digital on ‘Equality’ hypnotically dubbed-out riddims & vocals cascading over foundations of warm bass flipping techy-breaks. Signing off the Vinyl format with another collab featuring one of the Drum & Bass scenes signature vocalists Ayah Marar on the beautifully arranged dancefloor tear-out that is ‘All I Ever Want’.
LP title track ‘Behind the Eyes’ intros and questions altered states of existence... gloriously uplifting chords that weave through the vocal sample snippets fuse critical levels of beats & breaks intrinsically wrapped in lashings of sub-bass creating a tidy slice of Drum n Bass!
Signature flavours from Outrage on the LP outro with ‘Fusion’ and ‘Stop, Look & Listen’

Outrage_Behind The Eyes LP

Behind The Eyes

Equality

Broadcast

No Responsibilities

Amazon

SMACk mY DAsHsTAR (knock2 x prodigy)

Gordon B - MorningStar

Miles DeVoe - thats true

Please send demos to stevedigital41@gmail.com

No Responsibilities

Function Records UK