HLZ has finally released his highly anticipated debut solo single on Utopia Music, and it's been a long time in the making.

For true drum & bass enthusiasts, HLZ's name should already be on your radar. He has been curating the purest form of D&B since 2009 for the real heads out there. These tracks offer creativity and integrity, pushing the boundaries of his own respected style within the genre and nodding to times past with a modern update.

The two-track 12" wastes no time in showcasing HLZ's intentions. "Black Core" kicks things off with its icy break workouts, featuring raw, rasping drums with an industrial edge. It's not a high-speed roller but rather a sneaky creeper that satisfies those who want intricate beats backed with nightmarish overtones.

With "Arcane," HLZ takes us on a journey of pure pressure in the way he knows best, stepping rhythms, stabbing yet gut-punching bass design, working in tandem with groovy tablas, clever fx builds, topped with lush euphoric pad work, 170 in the truest form. It's a distinct track that reveals the hidden magic of a B-side.

This release demonstrates why HLZ is a crucial figure in the genre and upholds the core values of D&B.

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@hlz-music

UM030 A - HLZ - Black Core

A tribute to Danny Breaks' groundbreaking label Droppin' Science, and Dylan's classic track, Witchcraft.

Available on Bandcamp:
https://88katanas.bandcamp.com/track/dylan-witchcraft-88-katanas-bootleg-remix-2023

Dylan - 'Witchcraft' (88 Katanas Bootleg Remix 2023)

Support direct - https://ruptureldn.bandcamp.com/album/holsten-all-talk-ep

@holstenmusic marks his arrival with his debut 'All Talk EP' on Rupture LDN. 

Dark and menacing from the bass to the atmospherics, Holsten takes no prisoners with four tracks of dystopian pressure, including a collab with @overlookdnb (for his first return since 'Gumshoe' in 2015).

Essential selections for the late night warriors from Holsten, with tight breaks and swarming lows, without ever losing the groove.

All Talk EP

Holsten & Overlook - All Talk

Utopia Music introduces "Nebari - Volume 1," a new Various Artist EP series joins the dots between familiar and new faces to the label. 

Featuring four distinct tracks, each a testament to the label's commitment to creativity, Featuring tracks from Quartz, Molecular, Inner terrain and Park Shadow,

Quartz - Hacksaw

‘Negativity' is a 200 piece collection of my favorite sounds that I’ve compiled for artists to use in their works. 

Contents include various loops, single hits, and stem cuts of drums, basses, kicks, snares, percussions, pads, and more from old, new, released, and unreleased music. 

The demo track features a potrion of the samples from the pack.

More info: https://shorturl.at/ZovZ9

Negativity

Negativity Demo

This track was made about a year ago and it's a personal favourite of mine.. so instead of letting it sit on my HD for ages i've decided to release it on here for you guys! -

https://jasonoverlook.bandcamp.com/

Thanks for the support! :)


Released - 07 February 2015
Written & Produced by - Jason Luxton 

Overlook - Motif (jasonoverlook.bandcamp.com)

We welcome Artilect to The Runes. Bandcamp release Dec 6th 2024. General release Jan 24th 2025. 

RUNESUK003 - Artilect - Surreal/Axis

Pixl delivers a blistering slice of Atmospheric Drumfunk for his Runes debut. Dreamy pads and raw, soulful breaks.

released March 21, 2025

Written & Produced by Laurie Smart
Mastering by Fanu @ fanumusic.com/mastering/
Artwork by Delta Labs UK
Distribution by Cygnus
Publishing by The Runes

Obliquity

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For bookings/remixes etc drop me a private message or email laurie.smart@hotmail.com.

Obliquity

Pixl

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