Look Down [Free Download]

90's style jungle that never seems to get old for me.

OLDSCHOOL JUNGLE

Square One and Two are 'best of' compilations of sorts but their reason for existence is to raise awareness of our upcoming album Art of Deception.

We have never given up on pushing our high-grade music to the next level, and the only way to do that is through new releases. But lets take some time to look back first.

Research

Ower - Research [AuthElite002]

Buy 'Cocooned VIP' - bit.ly/31RS035

Bungle returns to Doc Scott's 31 Recordings with a new four track, featuring the VIP of his monster track 'Cocooned'.

↪ @bungle
www.facebook.com/bungleofficial

↪ @31recordings
www.facebook.com/31Recordings/

Bungle - Cocooned VIP

A label born out of both Berlin and Bergamo in Italy, Delta9Recordings has been able to tap into a host of influences since they first began releasing music. Focusing primarily on the dark, minimalistic and techstep sounds, they’ve acquired a vast back catalogue to help platform these tastes. And Delta9Recordings have ensured that the artists they’ve helped to bring through, from across Europe, also encapsulate the same stylistic features. This can be seen throughout their forthcoming ‘No Data’ EP from drum & bass producer Kutlo, which adds a welcome addition to their back catalogue and further presents the label as having the ability to pick out the very best newcomers slowly making their way to the genre’s forefront.

‘No Data’ begins the EP, creating a dancefloor twist amongst its flipping samples and stepped up sonics. The track begins as it means to go on, with an urgency which ramps up and creates an appeal which translates directly into the clubs. ‘Pale Mist’ comes next and this record takes a mystic standard to a much soft level, as when the bass drops it snares you and pulls you down deep into its grasps. The layers of percussion which introduce the record don’t allude to how low you’re about to go as soon as the bassline dives to a subterranean depth, as the track’s skeleton rattles with its pure power. ‘Reversed Reserve’ is more minimal in its approach, although as it breaks down the sense of urgency can’t be masked. Each bass stab and instrumental bleat builds on the next, before you’re once again taken in by Kutlo’s uncompromising production standard.

‘Bad Moon’ brings ‘No Data EP’ to a close, offering up a slightly heavy tune, with masters NC-17 and Des McMahon, of the style which Kutlo has showcased on the subsequent three records.

Kutlo’s formulaic music writing takes no prisoners and this is clear to see from one track to the next... That’s why he makes such a pivotal signing for Delta9Recordings and their groundbreaking roster.

Kutlo - Pale Mist [D9REC056]

Today's premiere sees MISO landing on Modular Carnage with a forward thinking slice of techstep. Powered along by finely crafted sound design, pulsating sub bass and punchy drums, The Pact is a perfect balance of dancefloor chops and sonic detail. Look out for this one coming Feb 22nd at all the usual outlets...

Buy → https://smarturl.it/miso-pact

MISO:
Facebook → facebook.com/djmiso
SoundCloud → soundcloud.com/misophoniadnb

Modular Carnage:
Facebook → facebook.com/modularcarnage
SoundCloud → soundcloud.com/modularcarnage
Twitter → twitter.com/modularcarnage

MISO - The Pact [Premiere]

Method In The Madness
Octane & DLR

Carving their very own groove in the musical world; Octane & DLR (otherwise known as Chris & Jay) have been amazing us with great music since 2010 having released on Renegade Hardware, Run DNB, Audio Tactics and of course initially and most regularly on Dispatch Recordings.
This extremely talented duo have been beavering away in the studio for the last 12 months (and then some!) compiling an album which is now complete and ready to be unleashed.

DJ Support: DJ Friction (on BBC Radio 1), DJ Marky, Andy C, Goldie, Alix Perez, Ant TC1, Calyx & Teebee, DJ Hype (on Kiss FM), Icicle, SPY, Youngsta, Logistics, Survial & Silent Witness, EBK, Cern, Hybris, Need For Mirrors, Xtrah, Kasra, Mindscape, Skeptical, Nymfo, Jubei, C4C, Lenzman, Safire, Optiv & BTK

The full 17 track collection will be released on CD featuring collab work alongside select artists such Break, Cern and EBK as well as guest vocalists and MC's Fokus, Kemo, Gusto and Marion.
Only selected tracks from the 17 are being pressed to vinyl. The CD format features exclusively hand-drawn artwork from Nate (at Southpaw designs) adorned across its packaging and the CD itself within does contain 3 tracks and interludes that are completely exclusive to the format.

FREE MP3s of Method In The Madness by Octane & DLR when you buy the CD
Terms & Conditions Apply

Pre-order this item today!
In stock today.

http://www.surus.co.uk/Dispatch-Recordings/Method-In-The-Madness-18460.aspx

This product will ship from Friday 7 September 2012
Downloads will be made available on the release date

Release date: 10/09/2012
Format: CD
Genre: D&B
Catalogue number: DISODLP001SU

OUT NOW: Octane & DLR - Set Up The Set (ft. Script) - 'Method in the Madness' Dispatch (CLIP)

Available now via:
• Dispatch Store - bit.ly/DIS136
• Bandcamp - bit.ly/DIS136BC
• All other stores - https://fanlink.to/DIS136

Black Barrel is back on Dispatch with a journey through the creative process that happens during the midnight hour; when insomnia bites and the imagination can flourish.

Making the most of late night inspiration, Black Barrel vents his restless mind and lays down grooves full of thoughts of late night parties and underground clubs.

With two international collabs from Slovakian based Libera Mentis, and Bristolians Ill Truth, the EP shows that late nights can often lead to cross time zone creativity. Somewhere, sometime, someone is not sleeping.

Insomnia

Available here

Black Barrel - Insomnia (CLIP) - DIS136 - OUT NOW

‣ Available here: backl.ink/HFDE
‣ Website/Bandcamp release date: 11 November 2019
‣ General release date: 15 November 2019

'High Fives & Devil Eyes' is the brand-new LP forthcoming from SCAR, a duo who've spent years dominating the waters of dance music with their formulae of underground, yet accessible drum & bass. Individually and as part of their SCAR project, both Script and Survival have been involved in shaping the genre for decades, helping to sculpt its formative years alongside a range of imprints that have ensured it longevity. For their forthcoming album they've once again been welcomed into the fold of Metalheadz, where SCAR have now been exclusively signed after appearing in their catalogue as one of its main staples. Since their first piece of music together, 'When', debuted on Metalheadz via the label's esteemed 'Platinum Breakz' series, through to their first SCAR artist LP 'The Orkyd Project' in 2016, the pair's journey has followed the label's growth and they've continued to be supported by its founder Goldie. On first listen to 'High Fives & Devil Eyes' it's instantly clear why they were made such an essential part of such a revered platform, bringing together the historic elements as well as the modern production levels which have enabled them to remain trend setters over the years.

From the sounds of 'Circle of Trust', right through to the finely-tuned vocals of Eleanor Higgins on 'Eternal', the tastes catered to throughout 'High Fives & Devil Eyes' demonstrates why SCAR have been welcomed into the roster of Metalheadz and it's not just down to their heritage with the imprint. Tracks like 'State of Delusion', 'Stolen Memories', 'Can't Do Anything With It' and 'Nothing Lasts Forever' show how SCAR still bridge the gap between contemporary standards and an understanding of their roots, as well as how this has influenced their current direction. Coming up next, 'Funk Control' injects much needed soul into the drum & bass sphere whilst tracks like 'First Sound', 'The Seeker', 'Thinking out Loud' and 'Pauline' continue the journey of breaks and immersive soundscapes. The album's title-record 'High Fives and Devil Eyes' encompasses the album's rawness whilst cuts like 'Deep South' and 'Torn Apart' pedestals the diversity demonstrated throughout. Even the LP's interlude 'Nomad' travels the listener through an elaborate composition, and you're left understanding that 'High Fives & Devil Eyes' is a listening album too, despite how well it'll translate within any club setting.

'High Fives & Devil Eyes' doesn't just signpost another huge step forward for SCAR musically, but also for Metalheadz. They've added two more members to their pivotal roster and it's another album to highlight the label's consistency, something which has pushed forward from their beginnings in 1994.

Follow SCAR
‣ www.facebook.com/scardnb
‣ @scar-dnb
‣ www.twitter.com/scardnb
‣ www.instagram.com/scardnb

Follow Metalheadz
‣ www.metalheadz.co.uk
‣ www.facebook.com/metalheadz.music
‣ www.twitter.com/metalheadzmusic
‣ www.instagram.com/metalheadzmusic
‣ www.youtube.com/user/TheMetalheadzTV

SCAR - First Sound

Thanks @noisiaradio for airing this one! 

Out on @skankandbass

Free DL: https://soundcloud.com/skankandbass/sets/snb064

Underworld (Noisia Radio S06E06 Cut)

Paying homage to the EP's which still stand as a vital part of the Ram discography, the label is about to reveal the third part of the ‘Ram Rave’ EP series. After launching the succession of releases in 2019, providing a package for both DJs and fans alike, Ram pulls together a collection of cuts which has signalled for the dancefloor orientated artists within their scope.

Delivering Prestige, Focusfire, Smooth & DC Breaks, Disaszt, Living Plastic, LQ, Ungru, NC-17, HeadRead, Psynchro & Whalespruce and more into the mix, welcoming artists both old and new, Ram enable fans to supplement clubbing culture at home. And they’re preparing them for the time their favourite spaces open their doors once more.

HeadRead - Ungru

Chris "Octane" & J "DLR"

DISPATCH RECORDINGS

For bookings contact:
co.recordings@gmail.com (Chris Octane)
tom@gramagency.co.uk (DLR)

AIM: octanedlr

Combining a sophisticated groove with an arcane core and manipulating sounds to the highest quality, Octane & DLR truly shook the drum & bass community in 2011, culminating appearances at Fabric in London, Star Warz in Belgium, to Outlook Festival in Croatia and a remarkable Australia / New Zealand tour. With an innate ability to apply an effortless funk to a purely technical undercurrent, 2011 saw them produce some of the dancefloor’s most unique creations, such as the callously percussive ‘Mainframe’ and the casually sinister ‘Red Mist’. The pair have consistently advanced their distinctive sound, to the escalating lure of listeners, labels and promoters worldwide. 

Their reputation for superb technical production led to the highly successful Drum & Bass Rollers sample pack for Loopmasters. Providing an array of bass textures and various drum hits and synths, this has enabled aspiring producers across the globe the chance to manipulate and adapt the much sought after Octane & DLR sound to their own specifications. In the coming months, they will also release 64 Patches for Native Instruments new FM8 project, offering an essential production tool to further inspire up and coming talent.

2012 is shaping up to be an astounding year for the duo and their demand has been met by endorsement from respected companies such as Magma DJ Bags, Serato, Tool Room Publishing and THTC. Forthcoming release material includes remix work for Horizons, including Amoss’ ceaseless roller ‘Footloose’, Gerra & Stone’s irrefutable ‘Dronehead’ for Alignment, alongside further releases on Ram Records and Symmetry. This is all preceded by their highly anticipated debut album, appearing on Dispatch Recordings in Early Summer. The project is set to be a true masterpiece of natural soundscapes, dark and twisting bass-forms and cinematic interludes, featuring collaborations with Break, Cern and EBK, With Outlook Festival confirmed and Album Tour information now being drafted up, Octane & DLR are set to take the scene by storm in 2012. 


OUT NOW: Octane & DLR - Set Up The Set (ft. Script) - 'Method in the Madness' Dispatch (CLIP)

Octane and DLR