now available to purchase on vinyl or digital at https://silentforcerecordings.bandcamp.com

Taken from the Mako LP 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗔 𝗥𝗢𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖 [SMDELP09]

Released on 2x12"+1x10" (Marbled or Black)

Available now from Bandcamp - https://makosm.bandcamp.com/album/death-of-a-romantic

and Void Vinyl (Germany) - https://voidvinyl.eu/products/mako-death-of-a-romantic

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As we welcome Stephen Redmore aka Mako back to the label, it’s important to note that Death of a Romantic is not only the debut LP for Mako on Samurai Music, but it also puts Mako in a solo category, a historic first - the only artist to ever release an artist LP on both Metalheadz and Samurai Music.

Death of a Romantic aptly captures Mako’s ability to span different corners of Drum and Bass’ musical palette - a talent cultivated by a musical approach informed by full absorption in the history of this music as a building block, plus a dedication to perfecting the science of breaking down the essential elements needed to make any construction approach at this tempo achieve maximum efficacy.

Followers of Mako’s music have no doubt taken note of this versatile approach to writing music and his gifted ability with breaks and sub-bass. For Death Of A Romantic, a considered approach to strip the music back more in line with the Samurai Music sound was taken but the album retains the Mako flavour - deft, subtle hooks, beds of sub and ethereal ambience, pinned down by total rhythmic potency.

Highlights are many, but the first tunes that were written for the LP embody perfectly the musical environment Mako built specifically for this LP - ‘The Both Of Us’ with its sinister intro and tear out conclusion, and ‘Raisuma’ - a call and response rhythm that is almost dub-like in feel with peaks that pack a hefty punch.

Makos's signature lead hooks appear, albeit tempered, to compliment the build reduction on tracks like ‘Falter’ and LP closer ‘We Can Love All’ - both are clear cases of this interpolation of Makos's own breadth of style, pointedly refined to slot into the LPs sound and utilising space to increase their power.

The Death of a Romantic song titles all carry a consistent message, one that Mako puts to use in his own life and interactions with other humans, and one we could all benefit from reflecting on at this time - life brings us joy and pain and much more in between, but if we live with compassion and humility, we can truly love all.

Tracklist:

01. Empathy Dub
02. Even Treasured Memories Fade
03. The Both of Us
04. False Promise
05. Falter
06. Cold Hands
07. Raisuma
08. Grieve
09. The Choice is Yours
10. We Can Love All

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Death of a Romantic

Death Of A Romantic

Mako - Grieve [SMDELP09]

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{Premiere} Evasion, Conman & ModCo - Realise (Offish Productions)

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Smooth N Groove welcome back Nottingham based producer, Dash to the fold with a series of EP's. Locked and ready to drop throughout the first quarter of 2024.

Setting the scene, part one features Dash distinctive and classy production style, captured throughout these six killer cuts! Showcasing a whole range of sounds and grooves, dynamic drum patterns, funky samples, and moving bass lines, leaving you wanting more....With an ever growing back catalog of stunning productions and an ever increasing following, make sure you keep Dash on your radar!

Part one is out now and exclusively available from the Smooth N Groove Bandcamp page. Due to drop across all online stores 20th February.
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Unity Underground Show #007 February 2024

After a few months off, we're back with our first Unity Show of 2024. This month, as well as regulars @king_chuga & @rachel-77, @widdzy and @ballisticmc join us for a 2 hour throw down.

Remember, if you want to catch the show live then you can listen over on energy1058.com/ last Sunday of every month 6-8PM (UK).

We're hyped for our first live event of 2024, Friday 23rd February at Sidney & Matilda in Sheffield featuring Function Records Label boss DIGITAL alongside Charla Green, MC Chickaboo and Unity Underground residents RACH, King Chuga, Widdzy and MC Balistikus.

Tickets are on sale and available here: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Sheffield/Sidney-And-Matilda-/Unity-Underground/37169394/

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Unity Underground Show #007 February 2024 - RACH/King Chuga/Widdzy/Ballistikus

Dalenn's first EP on Ion Drive is a deadly duo of dark stepping bangers.
Selektion is a callback to a legendary South Florida Drum & Bass night named Selektion that re-ignited the post Dub Step SFL Jungle/Drum & Bass scene. From it's ominous opening to the earth shattering breaks and snares, dirty basslines and ground cracking sub bass it's a call to arms for true D&B heads to skank back to the dancefloor.
On the other hand the tune Warrior takes a step back in time with a dark warehouse sound. Dalenn brings us a slice of Tech-Step heaven that will conjure fond memories from any original raver that experienced the early No U-Turn days at the dawn of Tech Step.

Dalenn - Warrior - IOD004 [preview]

A shadowy figure in the Drum and Bass scene, Cryogenics brings a wealth of experience and a penchant for the mysterious to the EP. 
With a career marked by a commitment to pushing the boundaries, Cryogenics lends his expertise to elevate the project to new heights.
Known for his ability to create atmospheric and immersive sonic landscapes, Cryogenics adds a layer of depth to the collaboration. 
His contributions to the release are a testament to the timelessness of the Drum and Bass genre, as he seamlessly weaves elements of the old-school into the contemporary soundscape.

Drums In The Deep

Cryogenics - Special Place [Evil Audio]

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Tom Hostile & Proton Kid converge on VIA with a surgical blend of sharp engineering and dancefloor intent. A meticulous balance of groove, weight and precision.

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