Historically, society has always needed one form of tonic or another. Tonics invigorate, restore, refresh and stimulate; much like this group of rising stars with their eyes on the prize. We’ve trawled some of the finest up & coming UK talent that the scene has to offer and hand-picked 6-tracks to kick start our brand new VA series of EPs in ‘Tonics: Batch 1’.

Kicking off proceedings and returning for her first release on the imprint since the ‘Summer Soul EP’ in 2018, we gladly welcome back London producer Dushi, with a jazzy number titled ‘Lost In The Waves’. We’re greeted with wonderfully wide, warm strings and an almost Middle Eastern soundscape in the intro, followed by an uplifting, orchestral-style drop - complete with progressive, jungle percussion. 

London native Lally is second up to the plate, with a sun drenched, rolling scorcher titled ‘All The Time’ - a palpable amen dream of tumbling sub, twinkling bells and lush, longing vocals. This track marks his first official release, and if this is anything to go off, we’ll be seeing a lot more of him! 

Dorset resident & new kid on the block Vektah undoubtedly delivers on the title with his track ‘Request’. The tune opens with luscious, swirling synths which fast descend into honks of incoming bass, jungle breaks and ragga vocals which will almost certainly have you shouting at your nearest DJ, demanding them to “run it”.

Makah’s ‘Crest’ rides in like a seasoned surfer, the intro rhythmically building tension with bubbling textures and washing synths amid swinging yet techy breaks, screeches and boundless bass. The second debut on the project, this accomplished first outing means this Cornwall-born composer is definitely one to watch for 2021.  

The third and final newcomer is Brighton boy Silloh and his debut ‘Strange Matter’. The track opens with cascading, shimmering chimes and a slight air of unease. The drop kicks like a mule, boasting roaring grunts of bass, high velocity drums; all of which are sure to evoke some downright evil expressions in the rave! 

Finally, Manchester’s own Motiv calls for last orders with the deceptively titled ‘Crave’ a deep, warm hug of a half time tune. Complete with wide, wobbling pads and clicking percussion wrapped in hypnotic vocals, you’ll no doubt long to hear this track, like some sort of uncontrollable urge.

So get your orders in for 6 doses of the finest effervescent d&b that money can buy, and raise a glass to the next batch of bubbling talent, pouring into all good stores on the 21st of May 2021.

Tonics: Batch 1 

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So excited to finally have this EP out and showcase where I'm taking my sound and new direction in DnB.

I hope you all enjoy. 

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Medicine - Find Some Soul

Uniting for a legendary collaboration, Drum &amp; Bass Arena Awards’ Best
Newcomer nominee Gray and UK underground icon Donae’o bring the heat
with new single Can’t Put Out My Flame via Born on Road.

From attending squat raves at 13 to gracing the main stages at the UK’s biggest
festivals and clubs including Boomtown, Glastonbury, Warehouse Project,
Printworks and more in the pipeline, London based producer and DJ Gray’s
rise has been nothing short of astounding.

Infatuated by music from a young age when a family friend introduced him to
the otherworldly sounds of dubstep pioneers Caspa &amp; Rusko, Gray has since
channelled his early immersion in the UK’s ineffable rave culture into dizzying
hits like One Spliff, which currently sits at over 18M Spotify streams and
Rubadub, which amassed over 3M Spotify streams and firmly put the young
producer on the map.

His recent single with Bristol’s rising A Little Sound Twilight amassed over 2M
Spotify streams and saw extensive support from KISS FM whilst last year he
also dropped a viral bootleg of Arctic Monkey’s When The Sun Goes Down
that became a mainstay in DJ’s sets.

Gray & Donae'O - Cant Put Out My Flame - Out Now!

As we transition from festival season to club season, soon we will be spending most of our weekends dancing in dark rooms to bass shaking beats. Our latest release feels ideal for this transition. Welcoming back Euphonique and Madrush MC to the label with their latest single “Bumpa Shaker” – a tune that is an undeniable vibe for the dancefloor. The last time these two Manchester artists linked up on Born On Road was with “23 Style” back in 2019. We couldn’t be more gassed to see them join forces again!

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Euphonique ft. Madrush MC - Bumpa Shaker - Out Now!

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Introducing Medicine, the emerging drum and bass producer who is making waves in the drum and bass music scene. Born and raised in Ascot, Medicine's music is an innovative fusion of emotive vocals and hard-hitting beats that captures the essence of soulful and heavy drum and bass.

With a dedication to his craft and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of his sound, Medicine's innovative approach to creating a unique blend between heavy and soulful drum and bass has earned him support from industry heavyweights such as K Motionz, Ed Solo, Sub Zero, and Vibe Chemistry

As a live performer, Medicine's sets are a high-energy experience, blending soulful vocals with hard-hitting drum and bass beats that are sure to get the crowd moving. With each performance, Medicine continues to prove he's one of the most exciting and dynamic new talents in the drum and bass scene.
 
As Medicine continues to evolve as an artist, fans can expect even more powerful and thought-provoking music in the years to come. Keep an eye out for his upcoming releases as he continues to push the boundaries of his genre and solidify his place in the drum and bass music scene.

Medicine - Find Some Soul

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