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18. Teej & Scepticz - Faith [Sofa Sound Bristol]

8. Minor Forms - Udon [Sofa Sound Bristol]

4. Submotive - Snowed In [Sofa Sound Bristol]

3. Kolectiv - Cant Hold Me [Sofa Sound Bristol]

What tastes better than the first gin & tonic? The second one. So we’ve once again scoured the drum & bass scene for more brand new talent to soothe your ears and entice your palate. The assembled team of exciting young talents promise to further the success of our first batch, as we continue to distill the potency of our ’Tonics’ series. 

First up are the bouncing, buoyant sounds of UK based producer Soul Method’s aptly titled ‘Throwing Shapes’ providing a welcome, high-energy introduction to the sonic selection displayed on the EP. Groovy pads and pleasing arpeggios ride a seriously satisfying drum break and woodblock. Superbly simple vocals and measured bass work will have you giving it all and shuffling with glee on the dancefloor now that clubs are finally back open. 

Newcomer Half-Life smashes it out of the park with his debut release ‘Split’ which is a little on the grittier side than its predecessor. Creepy layered pads and foreboding harmony gel atop brisk drums, resulting in a stomach lurching drop. Wobbly bass tones, grainy digital synths and a growing drone really push the momentum throughout the tune and positions Half-Life as another young name to watch over the next year. 

Bath resident Aydn takes the floor with his bubbly, uplifting debut ‘No Option’. Trickling notes from a spacey synth and vocal chops swim in reverb, backed by a rolling beat and a deceptive crescendo which boasts rousing string plucks and grumbling swathes of bass. The 2nd drop ushers in a beefy amen break and deep, swelling bass notes which splice perfectly with the existing elements. . 

Devon boy Beeson pollinates our ears with the nectar that is ‘Brown Sugar’. For a track that starts relatively calmly, it doesn’t waste any time shifting into a stuttering, hypnotic shoe thrower. The interplay between the intense acidic arpeggio, the guttural tones of low-end and the swelling strings are very easy on the ear - a pleasing first outing that is reminiscent of the old-school raves that we have been desperate to re-capture. 

Bristol bombshells Circumference continue to prove why they’re one of the most exciting duos to come out of the city in the last 24 months. Building on the accomplished and varied sound displayed on their ‘Ambivalence’ EP on Flexout last year, the orchestral enthusiasts continue to merge mind-melting synth work with unorthodox harmonic approaches and production quality beyond their years. With drums tighter than a billionaire's wallet and compositional chops that continue to turn heads - we welcome the return of this bright young pair who you’re guaranteed to see more of. 

Rising South African star Stay-C shows off her developing style with her Soulvent debut ‘Make It Complex’ which rounds out the EP and undeniably lives it up to its name. Dark, unsettling atmos and haunting synths culminate in a gnarled, growling and gritty soundscape complete with hard-hitting drums which switches up just as fast as your ear can process it. 

Come and quench your thirst for a second time, with another batch of delightfully delectable libations, available from all good stores on the 17th September.

Tonics: Batch 2

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Beeson - Brown Sugar

Newcomer from Italy, Base, delivers an EP on Drum Army.

♕ Geostatic - MYGRL [Free Download]
  https://shorturl.at/dDMTV

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https://www.beatport.com/release/south/3470560

► Base:
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Soundcloud -  https://soundcloud.com/dbasednb

► Drum Army:
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Soundcloud -  https://soundcloud.com/drumarmycrew

► Forbidden Frequencies:
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Base - South [Premiere]

Last tune of the Ethos & Optics EP on Four Corners music is the 'Dubby Roller VIP' by Ethos.

♕ Forbidden Podcast - Waeys Guest Mix
https://shorturl.at/dkFTU 

♫ Buy now:
https://www.beatport.com/release/surface-tension-ep/3528188

► Ethos:
Soundcloud -  https://soundcloud.com/ethosbristol

► Four Corners Music:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/djmelinkiofficial
Soundcloud -  https://soundcloud.com/melinki

► Forbidden Frequencies:
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Ethos & Optics - Dubby Roller (Ethos VIP) [Premiere]

DJ Andy & Bass Music Academy presents: “RISE OF BRASIL” – ‘The New DnB Generation’ Part 2 brings that same energy pushing forward with modern production values. To a new generation of DJs and selectors, with five dancefloor-focused cuts. 

From the very first note, Nasz setting the tone with an atmosphere that is both euphoric and hazy, “Believe” crafts an immersive listening experience from the very first note. Experimental, cinematic, and utterly mesmerizing. His creative production commands attention, proof that Nasz is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with in the electronic landscape.

Switching gears, “Flute” by The Analyst introduces a refreshing contrast. Anchored by a jazzy, sophisticated hook and warm, stripped back percussion, it grooves effortlessly with understated elegance. Its organic feel and rhythmic flow make it an instant standout. Proof that minimalism, when executed with finesse, can be just as powerful as full-throttle intensity.

Built on a foundation of rolling drums “Stab” by DJ LLIW weaves together powerful synths and echoing catchy vocal textures that seem to reverberate endlessly through space. The result is a sonic bass heavy rave-ready energy with cinematic weight. designed to both move and mesmerise.

DJ Realistic’s “Biological Hazard” delivers an electrifying blend of bright, upbeat techy sounds that push the boundaries of his ever-evolving style. Showcasing his fearless approach to sonic experimentation while staying true to the vibrant sound that has defined his artistic journey. 

Lastly, “This Is All Your Fault” by dive opens with alluring light sonic tones before erupting into the old school Jungle with a feral energy. The drop is nothing short of explosive: sinister, unrelenting, and deeply cathartic. Dive’s production is both dark and clean, a testament to his mastery of production. 

Across these releases, the artists collectively showcase the emotional range and creative ambition driving the new wave of drum & bass. From the euphoric to the menacing, the cinematic to the experimental, bold, immersive, and charged with intention. 
