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FFF touches down on Rupture for the first time, bringing big flavours from Rotterdam to London with his 'Big Request EP'.

A prolific producer and integral figure in the Dutch scene, FFF follows up past appearances at Rupture events with a debut release on the label.

The four track EP spans the full spectrum of his influences, drawing from dancehall to hardcore and beyond, cutting between hard edged breaks and teaming with pure energy.

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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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In Head First, Akuratyde crafts a sonic narrative that reflects the whirlwind of emotions he felt during his first year as a new father. From the sleepless nights to the overwhelming affection, each track serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges and joys of parenthood. Drawing upon his signature blend of drum & bass, ambient, and IDM, he seeks to capture the essence of fatherhood – the moments of chaos, the flashes of inspiration, and the overwhelming sense of purpose.

Head First is available worldwide on April 5th.

Mastering by Sine Sound
Artwork by Akuratyde

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Holsten announces his arrival with his inaugural 'All Talk EP' on Rupture LDN.

Imbued with darkness and menace, from the basslines to the atmospheric elements, Holsten delivers an unyielding onslaught with four tracks of dystopian intensity, featuring a collaboration with Overlook, marking his first appearance since 'Gumshoe' in 2015.

An indispensable choice for the nocturnal warriors, Holsten's compositions boast tight breaks and enveloping lows, all while maintaining an unwavering groove.

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It seems appropriate that the 88th edition in our 1 More Mix series flexes heavily on a time travelling vibe…

Courtesy of Moakz, it’s an absolutely stunning 100 minute exploration and celebration of jungle music’s most timeless, emotional, musical, soulful and dynamic parameters qualities.

At points bone-shaking, at others soul-quaking and forever peppered with exclusive forthcoming tracks; It all comes from one label: Codename : RCRDS.  

Co-founded and run by Moakz alongside fellow Southampton junglist Chiron, the label was born through their club nights Codename : AMEN. The label only launched in April 2023. yet, as both their catalogue and this mix shows, they’ve already curated a remarkable wealth of contemporary, forward-thinking jungle… Including their first VA album which dropped last Friday March 15.

Entitled Look To The Future Vol 1, it’s a 10 track trip into jungle’s most futuristic motifs and characteristics from some of the label’s key artists and peers. Arcologies, Con-Figure, Digital Altair, Eschaton, Fortune & Chance, Marc OFX, Mineral, Moakz, NonRev, Wez Walker, Perpsective R and Trident all feature on the album as the Codename crew unite to hard salute the atmospheric legacy and influence of imprints such as Good Looking Records while still keeping firm eyes on what’s ahead.

We’ll be digging into the rich influence of atmospheric jungle drum & bass on the album next week with a spotlight on each contributing artist. But first, let’s set the scene and get properly acquainted with this sublime mix and out chat with Chiron and Moakz: https://1-more-thing.co.uk/audio/codename-rcrds-the-story-so-far/

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dreadmaul returns to AGN7 Audio with a deeper, tribal halftime release, 'Harmony Of Collective Murder'. The title track takes us into the lawless jungle, followed by '98 Ornament', reminiscent of late 90's to early 2000s D&B. Soul Intent's remix of 'Harmony Of Collective Murder' aims straight for the jugular, bringing the terror back to the dance floor.

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Loxy & Resound - Tyranny

The next Omni Sessions of the year is here with more forthcoming Omni beats and a focus on the recent tape compilation 'Planetary Drift'. Expect deep beats, floating atmospheres and more hypnotic grooves.
Tracklist:
1. Fibersound - Glow (Omni Forthcoming)
2. Arcologies - Suspended Simulation (Planetary Drift Vol 1)
3. Greekboy - Geometrical (Omni Forthcoming)
4. Woken Balance - Vitana (Omni Forthcoming)
5. Groovin in G - Time & Space (Planetary Drift Vol 1)
6. TRC2 - Lick (Omni Forthcoming)
7. Opius - Rapport (Omni Forthcoming)
8. TRC2 - Quantum Realm (Omni Forthcoming)
9. IJO - Singularity (Amen Mix) (Planetary Drift Vol 1)
10. TRC2 - Mimic The Real (Omni Forthcoming)
11. Opius - Alpine (Omni Forthcoming)
12. TRC2 - Transit (Omni Forthcoming)
13. Opius - Set Free (Omni Forthcoming)
14. TRC2 - Temporary Disrupt (Omni Forthcoming)
15. Human Synthetics - Solar Hardware (Planetary Drift)
16. TRC2 - Automatic Camouflage (Omni Forthcoming)
17. Opius - Magna Opus (Omni Forthcoming)
18. TRC2 - Drifting Along
19. Greekboy - Unexplored Area (Omni Forthcoming)
20. Woken Balance - Tesbis (Omni Forthcoming)
21. Eschaton - Bio-Genetics (Omni Music/Planetary Drift)
22. Greekboy - Planetopia (Omni Forthcoming)
23. Greekboy - 5th Generation System (Omni Forthcoming)
24. Woken Balance - Aurora's Child (Omni Forthcoming)
25. Greekboy - Mythos (Omni Forthcoming)
26. Fibersound - Shine (Omni Forthcoming)
27. Lunanescence - Shirakawa (Planetary Drift Vol 1)
28. Fibersound - Sparkle (Omni Forthcoming)
29. Woken Balance - Close to us (Omni Forthcoming)
30. Sub Motion- Internal Shifts (Planetary Drift Vol 1)
31. Fibersound - Flicker (Omni Forthcoming)

Eschaton: The 2024 Omni Sessions - Volume 7

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The Metalheadz back catalogue features almost every major figure in the history of drum and bass, and is one of the most innovative labels out there, consistently crossing boundaries with its releases since 1994. The labels output continues to showcase a maturing genre of music that displays influences from reggae, hip-hop, house and techno with highly-sophisticated and intricately-produced tracks, contrary to the image of the music that is typically presented by the mass media.

Releasing music from some of the biggest names out there whilst at the same time pushing and letting new talent break through are the reasons why Metalheadz continues to stay at the forefront of drum and bass. The stable is currently home to Goldie, Lenzman, Jubei, Commix, Ulterior Motive, Artificial Intelligence, Dom & Roland, OneMind, Mikal, Blocks & Escher and SCAR.

The Metalheadz label was also the driving force behind the seminal Sunday Session Club Nights, which achieved legendary status at London's Blue Note club. Today, Metalheadz club nights are often sell outs with the label also regularly hosting stages at some of the biggest festivals across the world.

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