The French maestro that is War is back on CIA, and as per usual, there’s no messing around. He always means business when he’s pumping out beats, and this new single is no different. Since relocating out of Bristol there haven’t been so many releases from the young producer, but when there have, they always ooze quality and depth and detail - strengths that he’s developed and continues to hone to the next level. ‘To Shape The Fire’ and ‘Justice’ scream precision, laser guided weapons for the floor. But they also bring a technicality and depth that few can shoe-horn into tracks that also have enough weight to test even the biggest and best systems. Drop these ones at the dance floors peril.

OUT NOW: https://fanlink.to/ToShapeTheFire

War - To Shape The Fire

Evan Short, a Kiwi pioneer of the DnB movement with 23 years of production under his belt, having once been a founding member of Concord Dawn, is now working under his NEW moniker Kiljoy, producing a tech-step jungle-edged sound that he loves with a passion. Releases "Heart Of A Lion EP" on Function Records.

HEART OF A LION

HEART OF A LION EP

STICK EM UP

Kiljoy - Space Bells

Mako & Seba - Brotherhood / Stockholm Syndrome - UM029

The Lee Garden Historical Preservation Society

All 7

Download/stream the second single from Gremlinz & Jesta's upcoming album here: https://bfan.link/destro

Pre-order the full 3x 12" vinyl album here: https://bfan.link/tlghps

Gremlinz & Jesta present their long-awaited debut album on Metalheadz.

Although the music itself spans only the last few years, it would be sufficient to say that this album is the culmination of almost 2 decades of work. So much history in one project, this is, without doubt, Gremlinz & Jesta’s biggest and finest triumph.

First meeting as teenagers in the multicultural streets of Toronto, the duo were both already well exposed to the world of raving and jungle music in particular. It wasn’t until years later however, following Jesta’s slight hiatus, that they would hook back up and form what would eventually become an alias at the very heart of Metalheadz.

Their first appearance on the label as Gremlinz & Jesta wouldn’t come until 2018 but it wasn’t long before talk of an album gathered pace. Prior to then they had been meeting at a staple Chinese restaurant, Lee Garden, in downtown Toronto where they would discuss not only music and writing ideas but also life. The spot became a permanent fixture in their calendar - following its closure in 2017, the pair affectionately became known as ‘The Lee Garden Historical Preservation Society’ as a way to keep those special days alive. It’s from that fondly remembered and much missed period in their lives that the album justly takes its name.

The music itself is prime rufige throughout, opening with the desolate wasteland that is ‘The Lost’ before hurtling into headline tracks such as the ravenous ‘Destro’ and the pitch-black setting of ‘Ice Squirrels’.

Inspired by 90s trip-hop, ‘Vermin’ is the only piece to include a vocalist in Ukrainian born flowanastasia, with her haunting rendition being a standout feature on the album, Further musical influences are found in ‘Andromeda’ where the black jazz inspiration is strong, and ‘Into Void’ which expertly realigns the vibes of an early 2000s stepper. Refusing to compromise on quality at any point ‘The Scarlet Gospels’ is another offering that sees the duo experiment with themes of horror, with plenty more to discover across the 13 tracks.

As the album progresses Gremlinz & Jesta’s intentions are clear. They always set out to create a journey, one with both ups and downs, from feeling lost at the outset to covering rage and peace and then back to fury and serenity. An album for the ages and one we’re proud to house on Metalheadz.

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‣ www.instagram.com/gremlinzd
‣ @gremlinz

Follow Jesta
‣ www.facebook.com/jestajungle
‣ www.instagram.com/jestajungle
‣ @jestaroots

Follow Metalheadz
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‣ www.youtube.com/user/TheMetalheadzTV

Buy / Stream

Gremlinz & Jesta - Destro

EXIT100, Pt. Three

Tyranny

Blade is known for his explosive heavy amen rollers and captivating Jazz & Soul-infused beats. For the next instalment of the Dispatch Dubplate series this talented producer demonstrates his ability to fuse these contrasting influences with his love for the heritage sound of jungle drum and bass. 

True to the ethos of the Dispatch Dubplate sub-label, this release is built around another in-demand dubplate, with ‘Machete' forming the basis of this EP. A track that stood out in Ant TC1's post-COVID US tour with Doc Scott, the early Vedas master version caused maximum dancefloor impact with its classic AWOL era sound and raw lashy amen feel at 170bpm+. 

Across 5 further tracks Blade digs deep and delivers another homage to the world of contemporary breakbeat.

www.push.fm/fl/disdub025

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Dispatch Dubplate 25

Machete

Available here

We are thrilled to announce that today the LES label launches our new musical journey – Volume 1, consisting of 10 DnB tracks. This compilation gathers works by true adherents of the drum and bass genre, ready to transport you into the atmosphere of an authentic forest rave. After all, only they know what a forest rave is really like.

For your attention:

1. Aznok – Rich  
2. Gilas – The Sirens' Ballad  
3. yanekcore – Tunnel Vision  
4. Walder – Atlantis  
5. Xtec, Phame, Slayt – Gauntlet  
6. Gilas, Niko Mate – Drums in my head  
7. Qrawlly – Talk to Me Freeze  
8. IDK Crew – Frenzy Farm  
9. Brosky – Pulsing Machine  
10. Hygienic Product – Horses

Each composition creates its own unique atmosphere – from deep, hypnotic beats to bright, dynamic rhythms – making this compilation the perfect soundtrack for an unforgettable night out. This is the start of a powerful musical story, with each volume set to reveal new facets and emotions of the drum and bass genre.

Les
SC — @lespromo
IG —https://www.instagram.com/les.sounds/

Qrawlly - Talk to me freeze

legggs

2 Heavyweights that need no introduction now in Gremlinz & Jesta.
Representing UVB-76, Metalheadz & Rupture, it brings us great honour to have them join us serving up some ice cold cuts coming this August. 

Limited hand stamped mint green 12” available for pre-order 3rd July @ 8am
https://roninordinance.bandcamp.com/

Gremlinz
www.facebook.com/gremlinzdj
www.twitter.com/gremlinzdj
@gremlinz

Jesta
www.facebook.com/jestajungle
@jestaroots

Mastering & Manufacturing by J.Robinson @ The Roots Merchant
https://therootsmerchant.co.uk/

RNO026 - Gremlinz x Jesta (12" Vinyl)

Available now (vinyl & digital) via :
• Dispatch Store - http://bit.ly/DISDUB017 
• Bandcamp - http://bit.ly/DISDUB017BC 

Elsewhere on 22/01/2021:
• All other sites - https://fanlink.to/DISDUB017

The next Dispatch Dubplate release sees three producers individually known for their own distinctive sounds, combine for an exceptional addition to the series.

‘Clones’ and  ‘Psyche’ from Loxy & Resound are joined by the vinyl exclusive track ‘Alphas’. Loxy teams up with Skeptical on the long awaited “Bongo Mania” from, and the epic ‘Lik Walls’ from all three artists completes the release. 

Vinyl Tracklisting (includes vinyl only track):
Loxy & Resound A. “Clones”
Loxy & Skeptical B1. “Bongo Mania”
Loxy & Resound B2 [VINYL EXCLUSIVE]. “Alphas”

Vinyl purchases also include free digital downloads of the entire EP (apart from "Alphas") with the following digital tracks added in that don't appear on wax:
Loxy & Resound C [digital bonus]. “Psyche”
Loxy, Resound & Skeptical D [digital bonus]. “Lik Walls”

DISPATCH DUBPLATE VINYL FORMAT:
• Bonus double-sided art card, featuring the printed signature of the producers.
• 180g vinyl (heavier and thicker than standard releases)
• The artist and track information is left completely blank for you to choose to write on the inner vinyl label sticker or not
• Kraft card outside sleeve (no artwork but will be ‘stamped’ with a Dispatch Recordings label black ink stamp)
• Additional thick plastic outer protection sleeve
• Individually and uniquely numbered per vinyl
• No re-press (ever)
• Vinyl copies sold on this store include a free 320kbps mp3 or wav files of the release, including the digital bonus tracks.

Dispatch Recordings socials:
Bandcamp → bit.ly/DispatchBC
Facebook → bit.ly/DispatchRecsFB
Instagram → bit.ly/DispatchInsta
Soundcloud → bit.ly/DispatchSC
Spotify → bit.ly/DispatchSP
Twitter → bit.ly/DispatchTW
Website → bit.ly/DispatchW
YouTube → bit.ly/DispatchYT

Artist(s) Soundcloud page(s):
Loxy → https://soundcloud.com/loxy_x
Resound → https://soundcloud.com/resoundsound
Skeptical → https://soundcloud.com/skeptical

Dispatch Dubplate 017

Loxy & Skeptical - Bongo Mania - Dispatch Dubplate 017 - OUT NOW

Loxy
Djing Since: 1991-Present
Affiliations:R&S Records Cylon Recordings: X-Tinction Agenda: CX-Digital: Metalheadz: Shogun Audio: Critical Recordings: Exit Records: Revolution Recordings: Renegade Hardware: Digital Soundboy: Architecture Records: Fokus Recordings: Razors Edge: Narratives Music : CNVX: Foundation X: Hospital Records: Biotic Recordings: I.L.R.studios: Outbreak Records: Freak Recordings: Straight Up Breakbeat: Samurai Music: Planet MU : Whitehouse Records

BOOKINGS - https://www.bassic.co/artist/loxy/

Tyranny

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