Cellular (Ft. Hijak MC)

JED - Pluto (clip)

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No Signal lands like a deliberate blackout in the system — that split-second when all interference disappears and only raw impact remains. Driverufo makes his DNBB debut with the boldness of someone crossing into unknown territory armed with razor-sharp basslines and synthesizers that slice through the atmosphere like beams of concentrated light.

The title track, No Signal, brings a cosmic collision between Driverufo and Kvostax — a collaboration that feels like two satellites crashing in the void and generating a new orbit of sound. It’s tense, luminous, and charged with an explosive dancefloor energy, blending futuristic harmonies with a pulse that refuses to let go. Their chemistry is instant, becoming the gravitational center of the EP.

The three solo tracks that complete the release reveal Driverufo’s full power. Each one is a different portal, yet all carry the same signature: weight, precision engineering, shimmering atmospheres, and that touch of organized chaos only producers who think beyond the frequency spectrum can deliver. He builds and bends textures like an architect of alternate sonic worlds, shaping harmony inside the storm.

This debut doesn’t ask for permission — it arrives, takes form, and leaves a mark. No Signal is the kind of first release that not only introduces a new name to DNBB, but also presents a creative mind that’s finally broadcasting on the right channel.

If this is the “lost signal,” may more connection failures come. Driverufo turns every glitch into something that hits like a meteor streaking across the night.

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Driverufo - Drift Within

Out now! http://www.criticalmusic.com/release/emperor-dispositions-lp/

"’Dispositions’ is a piece of me, an insight into my personality. I wanted to create something that represented that and more importantly be an album that people wouldn't expect." Emperor, 2016

Having debuted his first Critical release ‘Monolith’ back in 2012 the Emperor name has become synonymous with some of the most breathtaking drum & bass of recent times. Since the ‘Begin EP’ and his collaborative ‘Hello World EP’ with Mejus took the scene by storm, Emperor’s heavyweight approach culminated with the utterly outrageous ‘Into Black EP’ which pushed all the levels to the max. Now ‘Dispostions’ looks set to cement his status at the top of the leader board.

“When I first heard Conor’s music I knew he had the potential to make some special records. His music has that great combination of mood and technique, combined with an ear for that killer sample and a rawness that is lost in a lot of modern production. ‘Dispositions’ as an album showcases all this in style and also his diversity as a producer with his ability to span sub genres with ease.” @kasra-critical 2016

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1. Emperor - Cold Snap

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Will Hine AKA Whiney is a prime example of how Med School keep to their key ethos - to bring through and nurture the very best in the next generation of producers. At just 21 years old, he’s already gained a reputation amongst esteemed tastemakers, including label boss London Elektricity and BBC Radio 1’s Friction, for contributing stand-out moments on various compilations. Take 'Komodo' on ‘Hospitality 2016’, 'Nightfall' on ‘Ten Years Of Med School' and 'Guardian' on S.P.Y’s ‘Hospital Mixtape’ to start. Now two years on Whiney steps into the limelight with his own artist defining, solo EP ‘Stranger Tides’.

Opener 'Moondance' paves the way bringing high-energy to the surface. If ‘Teddy’s Gate’, released on the Skrillex founded Nest HQ, tugged your heart strings then roll onto title track ‘Stranger Tides’ with spacey vocal textures and ice-cold synths. Fans of his 2016 high-flyer ‘Komodo’ will fall hard for its brutal brother ‘On The Rocks’. Fearless bass with a sneak of trance-esque intensity matches up with his new techy tornado ‘Onyx’ - dancefloor obliteration is unavoidable with these two.

Whiney’s productions are built on solid foundations, his love for the creative process spreads throughout, fuelling his tracks with an array of cheeky quirks. His DJ sets also bring that surefire element of fun to the dancefloor. He's been packing in huge crowds world over, receiving a warm welcome in Europe at Med School label nights, Liquicity showcases and the massive D+B-centric festival Let It Roll.

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Whiney - Onyx [clip]

Proudly presenting the 3rd single from 'No Sleep 'Til Japan and Iceland'. The Upbeats & Halogenix - 'Kronan'. Out now.

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The Upbeats & Halogenix - KRONAN

Very proud of this one. Big ups to the Critical team!

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Synth Ethics - Ego - CRITLP014

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Available January 31 via MethLab.

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Deep, gritty atmospherics from Neve on this one - forthcoming on his Black Block EP on Ulterior Motive's Guidance imprint. Get it here: http://bit.ly/Neve_BlackBlockEP

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Neve - Ping Pong

2. Quadrant & Iris - Is This Now Feat Ill Truth [Sofa Sound Bristol]

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Track of the Day: Exept & Missin “Something You Are”

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