SWU FM Podcast

Hijinx with Two Swords - 25 April 2024

"Distance", my contribution to the Aotearoa dub war circuit.

Response to @Sertave

/ Sending for -

@Optimusgryme
@Nz-doc

Mastered by Sertave

Distance

Kercha - Evidence

Emerging from the shadows of his former alias, **Mono Code** (formerly known as Deft Design) delivers his transformative debut EP on Cimmerian Records. "Fallen Angel" marks not just a change in name, but an evolution in artistic vision – pushing the boundaries of bass manipulation and percussive architecture into uncharted territories.

Across four meticulously crafted tracks, Mono Code descends into the darkest corners of minimal dubstep, where intricate sound design meets raw emotional depth. The title track "Fallen Angel" sets the tone with cavernous bass textures that seem to breathe beneath layers of precisely programmed percussion. "ZigZag" follows with its unpredictable rhythmic structures that challenge conventional patterns while maintaining an irresistible groove.

"Overlap" demonstrates Mono Code's masterful approach to spatial awareness, creating a three-dimensional soundscape where elements phase in and out of existence with surgical precision. The EP concludes with "Gradient," a fitting finale that showcases the producer's ability to seamlessly blend atmospheric tension with carefully calibrated bass weight.

This release represents more than just four tracks of forward-thinking dubstep – it's the metamorphosis of an artist shedding past limitations and emerging with renewed creative purpose. Cimmerian Records proudly supports this pivotal moment in Mono Code's journey, inviting listeners to witness the birth of something simultaneously familiar yet entirely new in the underground bass music landscape.

**FALLEN ANGEL EP**
1. Fallen Angel
2. ZigZag
3. Overlap
4. Gradient

**OUT NOW ON CIMMERIAN RECORDS**

Mono Code  - Gradient

Once again, 4 aliases unite for an off-genre compilation. Featuring my new Alias - Eshay Trick & Kathryn Brenna @kathryn-brenna from Bristol. Watch out!
Link for Download from Bandcamp:
https://blackbarrel.bandcamp.com/album/v-a-phangan-tapes-vol-iv

Socials:
@blackbarreldnb
www.instagram.com/blackbarrel_leocap/
www.facebook.com/blackbarreldnb

Download

One Love (ft. Kathryn Brenna)

A work centered around simple yet refined rhythms, evoking the essence of Dub Techno and Dubstep.
It showcases Dayzero’s signature blend of foley sounds and dubwise aesthetics.

Tracks like “Kai,” “Uzu,” and “Vein” were previously released in extremely limited quantities as dubplates on the labels ENDZ and Worship.
Sending love and respect to the labels and the dubplate culture.

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Dub Techno/Dubstepを彷彿させる、シンプルで洗練されたビートを主体とした作品。
Dayzeroの持ち味であるフォーリーサウンドとダブワイズを堪能できる。

また、Kai, Uzu, Veinは過去に、レーベル"ENDZ""Worship"より極小枚数限定で、
ダブプレートにてリリースされていた楽曲。
レーベルとダブプレートカルチャーに感謝と愛を送る。
credits
released May 29, 2025

After Dark Music [ADM] announces the release of Dark Effects EP, a collection of five unique tracks by Austrian producer SmallTownDubz, based out of Lienz. 
SmallTownDubz has carved a unique space in the underground since 2015, blending modern stepper rhythms, vast, resonant basslines, and atmospheric textures. This EP showcases and expands on their signature style, fusing traditional dub roots and proper sound system culture with forward thinking bass music.
As a collection of work, these songs will draw the listener through pulsing rhythms and absorbing soundscapes. Each track layers thoughtfully arranged percussion on top of expansive and low end, paired with ethereal melodies. This approach reflects an obvious mastery of creating both dancefloor energy and introspective vibes. As we welcome SmallTownDubz to ADM's domain, we note that we are building on their established reputation from releases on labels like Moonshine Recordings, BassComeSaveMe and Dub Communication, while pushing their sound into new territory. 
The Dark Effects EP invites bass music fans to get to know and dive deep.

Follow @smalltowndubz

Follow @admperth
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Follow @keepdeep
www.facebook.com/KeepDeep/
twitter.com/Keep_Deep
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SmallTownDubz - Gorgas

Mellon - Investigative is OUT NOW!

Mellon:
Spotify ➞ bit.ly/4l8uygr
Soundcloud ➞ bit.ly/3TOEpf8
Instagram ➞ bit.ly/46m5rSA

SmallPrint
Soundcloud ➞ bit.ly/10ghi0h
Facebook ➞ bit.ly/2WbIPjH
Instagram ➞ bit.ly/2TgjAvE
Twitter ➞ bit.ly/1uHxsZu
YouTube ➞ bit.ly/1wR29xf
www.smallprintrecordings.com

Investigative EP

Mellon - Dub Pulse

Kercha - Zombie Box

https://www.fanlink.to/confined-remixes

It's been a while, hope you're all well! After taking a little break with the label we've decided to go back memory lane, digging out one of our favourites and let some people play around with. Case in point Wingz - Confined got the remix treatment by no one other than InsideInfo and oh boy does he deliver! Minimal tech vibes at best. But it doesn't stop there! After their latest 140 bpm release on Artikal we had to get Mystic State to remix this track and it turns out it wasn't that bad of an idea. The Bristol duo delivers a stomping 140 remix! Coming back to the 170 and last but certainly not least competition winner Solace offers another twist on the original with his rolling, deep & brooding style. 3 different takes which will equally shatter your sub!

Confined Remixes

Wingz - Confined (Mystic State Remix)

Hennya EP

Saraphim - Strange Charm (clip from Toast Presents show) [Out on Friday 8th October]

AKA RNS & RDubz  saraphimdub@gmail.com

"Hennya EP" is out now; https://nomine.bandcamp.com/album/ns016-by-saraphim-audio-samples-in-description

https://www.facebook.com/saraphimdubs
https://www.mixcloud.com/SaraphimDubs

Releases on:
https://soundcloud.com/nominesound
https://soundcloud.com/sentryrecords
https://soundcloud.com/locus_sound
https://soundcloud.com/vomitspitjp
https://soundcloud.com/educationandbass