JVR002 - ED808 - Elephant Stomp

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What started as an experiment, born in the stillness of the early months of 2020, Metalheadz and SB81 are proud to present 'B292'.

The largest body of music ever released by Metalheadz, 'B292' is made up of 29 tracks across 2 defined parts with a strong emphasis on old skool influences. It's SB81's experiences as a youth that give him a real understanding of this era, something that cannot be replicated and where authenticity always stands tall. 

Beginning as a small batch of tracks it wasn't long before Goldie encouraged SB81 to explore the idea of an album, and via several trips around Low Hill in Wolverhampton (where SB81 lived until the age of 30), it was here where the nostalgia and drive took hold for good. 

SB81 calls this project a 'pre-1994 Metalheadz sound', and although no 29-track album deserves such a brief description it does seem so fitting - even more so with a huge amount of respect and admiration for labels such as Reinforced, Production House and Moving Shadow embodied throughout. 

Make no mistake, this is in no way purely an album that tries to recreate the old. The music at its core remains as cutting edge as ever with a fresh on the ears feel and a rave-ready approach. 

SB81's 'B292' releases in full on 31st May 2024, including a 4x coloured vinyl package, bespoke full colour sleeve designed by the incredibly talent EPOD and a bonus box set available exclusively via the Metalheadz website and Bandcamp.

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SB81 - Origins (Depths Mix)

Originally from Derby and now based in Barcelona, Modal, a sound engineer by trade, channels decades of passion for the darker realms of drum and bass, drawing inspiration from the iconic Blue Note parties of the late '90s.

The EP begins with the title track, Scripture, which blends techstep and neurofunk influences. This dark, intense atmosphere continues with Trident, alongside Aymat.

Repertoire label head, Law, offers a fresh take on the 2023 track Lost Visions transforming it into a crushing reece and tramen-driven piece inspired by the No-U-Turn sound.

The EP concludes with Abandon All, a more introspective roller
that rounds out the collection.

Modal - Scripture [REPRD005]

Due for release on the 4th of April on most streaming platforms & online stores, Juno, Beatport, iTunes, Youtube, Amazon, Deezer etc.

Vinyl version: https://elasticstage.com/dropzonemusic/releases/love-unity-singleep
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Love & Unity

Kupa - The Dreamers Dream

flying carpet

POD (Payable on Death) Reborn is a reimagined journey into the depths of drum & bass. Blending haunting atmospheres, razor-sharp breaks, and a relentless bassline, this track explores themes of mortality, rebirth, and the unyielding pulse of life. Perfect for those who crave immersive soundscapes and raw energy.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/dgtRIpy-lss
Bandcamp: https://marcrenton.bandcamp.com/track/pod-payable-on-death-reborn

POD (Payable on Death) Reborn

Obsidian Drift Loop – Future Garage Instrumental Beats

Low Ceiling Memories – Future Garage Instrumental Beats

MOTION

EXTINCT

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EXTINCT - [FREE DOWNLOAD]

Dusted off this old track which I started exactly one year ago - channeling my inner Ulrich Schnauss a bit here!

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Testbed #7 Sense of Direction

Taken from 'An Exact Science'. Released 12.06.2020 on limited 12" (Marbled or Black) in full artwork sleeve and digital - https://samurai.lnk.to/smde16

Beginning his musical production career with drum and bass / breakbeats in the late 90’s, ASC became known for his editing abilities and intricate productions. James progressed rapidly with his intuitive talent enabling him to grow into one of the scenes most respected ‘intelligent’ producers of his era with a series of releases - most notably on his own label Covert Operations, Good Looking, 720 Degrees and Paradox’s Outsider label.

Around 2010, ASC became an integral part of the Autonomic sound with an LP on Instra:mental’s Non Plus label, James’ production was reduced into a new form and breakbeats became less and less integral to his sound.

With a recent resurgence in golden era sounding Drum and Bass / Jungle, we began planting seeds to draw James back into flex his considerable editing prowess with 20 years of production experience to draw on.

Once lured into his hard drives to dig out breaks, ‘An Exact Science’ flowed rapidly and effortlessly for James. Covering several prevalent sounds of the most revered era of DnB but propelling them into 2020, the EP once again reminds us that ASC can turn his skill and ear to any sound and make it his own. From the soaring luminous amenism of Moment of Truth to the dead eye precision of In The Shadows and Worlds of Ice, James injects a sensibility that elevates the tracks on An Exact Science into a place of their own, belying any historical anchors attached to their vibe.

An Exact Science is a fantasy of long time ASC fans have had for many years (ourselves included) come to life with results that surpass our imagined results.

More to come..

https://soundcloud.com/asc

Track-list

01. Moment of Truth
02. Fatal Error
03. In The Shadows
04. Worlds of Ice

Art / Design by Ryan Quinlivan
Mastered and cut by Andy Miles at Stardelta

An Exact Science

ASC - Fatal Error

Atmospheric Drum & Bass, Intelligent Jungle | Released on Omni Music, Offworld, Soul Deep, Drum Army | Handcrafted in Munich | Open for Ambient, Electronica & Dub Techno.

POD (Payable on Death) Reborn

Marc Renton

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