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Bass Blizzard (◐ω◑ ) part 1

We finally reach our 80th release and with it comes the first hint of what they have planned as we move into 2026.

We are proud to announce DNB Essentials, a New Annual Series Reviving a Lost Part of Drum and
Bass Culture.

With the end of Ram Records came the end of the Andy C’s Nightlife compilation series. And
while `Nightlife` was more than a mix series. It showcased huge amounts of new and forthcoming
music and helped countless listeners discover both new and established artists.

That spirit of curation on albums for us has been missing, and for many, it left a real gap.

DNB Essentials is our take on that legacy. And while we are not thinking we are here to fill in Andy C’s big shoes, It will be an annual project focused on bringing new artists into the label and placing them side by side with long-standing Dirtbox names.

Each volume will feature a guest curator who will assemble the full tracklist and create a full-length, continuous mix of the release.

Supporting artists has always been at the core of what Dirtbox does, and DNB Essentials continues that approach. To start this project, 20 artists will be joining the label roster with music set to roll out over the coming years.

The first curator for the series is label owner, producer and DJ, Lee UHF. He has overseen the track
selection and delivered the mix to launch the project. For collectors, each DNB Essentials release will be available not only digitally but also on limited vinyl and CD runs.

1/ Lee UHF & Noise Souls- "Introspective Thoughts"

The first of three samplers, “Introspective Thoughts” marks several important firsts for the label.
It introduces the DNB Essentials project, and is also the first drum and bass collaboration between
Lee UHF and Noise Souls.

This record is the beginning of an ongoing partnership between the two producers, with a heavy run
of joint music already planned for 2026. Noise Souls, known for his 2025 Tape Pack Project series titled `Sequence`, has been releasing monthly singles this whole year that build toward a full album in 2026. Based in Argentina, Nic has been part of the Dirtbox family since 2022 providing us with  amazing releases past and present.

Lee UHF, the driving force behind Dirtbox and its affiliate labels, has spent 27 years working across the
music industry. He has played a part in several influential brands over the years, but drum and bass is
where his focus lies now. As Dirtbox moves into its seventh year, listeners can expect a strong run of releases from Lee as he has been honing his skills in recent months as well as freeing up time to create an onslaught of music for 2026 that's already waiting in the wings.

Introspective Thoughts blends the trademark rolling style from Noise Souls Sequence work with Lee’s
own gritty, raw, sound, creating a joint piece that feels like a meeting point between the UK and Argentina.

This release marks the start of something new for Dirtbox Recordings, both in the form of the DNB
Essentials project and in the growing collaboration between these two artists. 

Introspective Thoughts is out exclusively on Beatport & Spotify December 19th before a worldwide
release January 2nd.

DNB Essentials Vol. 1

Introspective Thoughts

Lee UHF & Noise Souls- Introspective Thoughts (DNB Essentials Sampler)- Dirtbox Recordings- 2025

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Drum & bass Pillar Mako makes his debut on up-and-coming label Ekou Recordings. 

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"Black Rain - Part II announcement special"
Dayni is back and in his luggage is the second part of the "Black Rain - LP"! As a small teaser he spoils your ears with his free download "Blue Girls", which also announces the forthcoming EP.

"Black Rain - Part II" will be released on the 7th of August 2020 in all digital stores. The first premieres are coming soon!

Blue Girls
A dirty but groovy jungle stepper. Crunchy drums and a mysterious world of effects and noises are accompanied by a powerful and dirty bass.

Blue Girls - Single

Blue Girls

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The illustrious Dayni returns to Drum Army, this time for the second part of his expansive 'Black Rain' LP. Here, the Swiss producer summons a dark, evil take on the Drum & Bass sound, serving up an instantly-effective rolling weapon of the highest calibre. This trend is followed throughout the EP, set against a backdrop of greezy, dance-ready sonics, and 'The Source' perhaps highlights the very best of that. Drum Army remain one of our picks for top upcoming imprints across the 174 spectrum, and they impress yet again here. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the rest of the cuts from Dayni's LP.

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Asana just dropped his first solo release on his own label DNB Database with two tracks that will blow your mind. This one is 'Silhouette', out now.

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Asana - Silhouette [Premiere]

ALEX SLK - MARS [CLIP]

Armenez brings you 005 of the 'Optics' release series.

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Armenez Ft. Kaitlin Bissett - Know You (OUT NOW)

As promised, 3rd place of the @screamartsdnb remix competition is now available as a free download !

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