Chris Garvey's fresh musical journey with his solo project as Circadian has seen the producer and DJ showcase his sonic versatility, ingenuity and prowess like never before. Although this new alias only launched in May 2023, Circadian has already released some of the most notable rave anthems of the last year, consistently been supported by the likes of Andy C, Sub Focus, Friction, Dimension, and Netsky, and has even soundtracked some of the planets most popular video games in Fortnite and Rocket League. 

Born in London, UK, Garvey grew up with a love for music and began DJing at the age of 16, quickly developing a passion for drum and bass music before starting to produce his own tracks. After eventually teaming up with Nick White to form The Prototypes in 2010, the groundbreaking duo became synonymous with writing stadium-shattering anthems such as "Pale Blue Dot," "Electric," "Kill The Silence," and “Reason feat Lowes”, enjoying great success in the drum and bass scene. The duo released two studio albums and toured extensively worldwide, performing at major festivals like Glastonbury, Tomorrowland, and EDC Las Vegas.

Now fully focused on his new Circadian project, Garvey says the alias represents "The Ying Yang of Rave Culture". With collaborations with Koven, Dirtyphonics, and Sota, remixes for the legendary Basement Jaxx and Friction, and releases on Monstercat, Elevate Records, and Sleepless Music all under the belt within twelve months of the Circadian project, the seismic nature of this launch pays testament to Garvey's versatility as a producer and his ability to write D&B weapons that resonate with the scene's current and ever-popular sound. 

Delving into previously unexplored territories whilst staying true to the sound and culture that has enamoured him for decades, Circadian continues to highlight exactly why he's become one of the most in-demand names in drum and bass music. With his biggest bookings and releases yet lined up across the remainder of 2024, the sky truly is the limit for Circadian...

Optical is owner of Virus Recordings, Music Producer and DJ from England.
Bookings: UK/ROW: mark@esp-agency.com
USA: saleem@amodeagency.com

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"He is best known for his work with Ed Rush, fellow head of the Virus Recordings label, and as a pioneer of the techstep and neurofunk sound. His first single for Metalheadz, 'To Shape the Future'/'Raging Calm' (1997) and his collaborative material with Ed Rush, such as the Wormhole, album (1998) were archetypal developments in the style. The duo followed this debut album with The Creeps (2000) and The Original Doctor Shade (2003), as well as countless singles and remixes. More recently, the duo have returned to form with their (2009) LP 'Travel The Galaxy' containing the modern classic 'Chubrub' and 'No Cure' LP in 2015."

"He also notably did all of the engineering and production work for Grooverider's album Mysteries of Funk, and work on Goldie's 'Saturns Return' LP. In addition, he has produced solo for many labels including Virus, Metalheadz, Prototype, 31 Records, Metro and released in collaboration with many artists, including Ed Rush, Trace, Dom and Roland, Fierce, and his brother Matrix. The first Optical release was in 1996."

"Matt Quinn's savage dance floor productions as Optical (for, among many others, Groove's own label Prototype) have earned him a place in drum'n'bass's premier division.”

"Optical's pure, unchallenged talent shines through on his solo tunes, showcasing an artist well ahead of his time. No doubt the modern sounds of the likes of D-Bridge, Instra:mental and the rest of the minimalist dark revival heads, draw heavy influence not only from Optical himself, but from his inspirations in Jazz, such as Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. His ability to blend Jazz, Funk and futuristic, technical soundscapes is masterful. From his early work on Metalheadz and Prototype Recordings to his collaborative work on Virus Recordings and the classic Mysteries of Funk (Grooverider's landmark LP), Optical can perhaps qualify as one of the most underrated musicians of the modern era. His mind has crafted sounds which were never before heard, moods which were completely original, and his vision of the future, although ultimately dark and disjointed, is beautifully vivid and addictive. Its a world he pulls you into with each and every track and only a handful of artists can begin to dream of being this successful in their work."

Virus Recordings has become a DnB scene favourite and continues to release the ultimate in DnB vibes, with artists like C4C, Audio, Optiv & BTK, The Upbeats, Noisia, Gridlok, Ram Trilogy, Matrix, Rymetyme, Sonic & Silver, Pendulum, Mefjus,  InsideInfo

Duel Calibre are a beakbeat duo hailing from just north of London. 
Since they started producing, they have had numerous releases on Broke Records, tore up countless Spanish raves, Russia, the UK and had a their track "Devil in Flight" feature on the Freestylers album. 
They have had supprort from the likes of Annie Knightingale on BBC Radio One, Ctrl - Z, Pyramid, and by The Freestylers warming up for The Prodigy in LA. 
2011 marks the return of Duel Calibre ...
For more info, booking enquires and free tracks contact duelcalibre@hotmail.co.uk
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Msn : duelcalibre@hotmail.co.uk 
Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/DuelCalibre 
Twitter : http://www.twitter.com/duelcalibre



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Started DJ’ing in 2023. Still learning my craft.
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DJ/Live booking :
UK, Europe / AU & NZ : chrism@clinictalent.com
USA / Canada : emily@cybergrooveprod.com
Japan / Asia : info@humanelements.jp

Any other requires : info@humanelements.jp

Having first come to prominence in 1999 when he was signed to LTJ Bukem’s Good Looking label, Makoto has steadily, consistently carved out his own groove in the world of Drum and Bass, with his trademark expansive jazz and soul-inflected workouts garnering critical praise from all corners. Having worked with a veritable who’s who of the scene, with releases on Zinc’s Bingo Beats, Fabio’s Creative Source, Hospital Records and numerous collaborations with DJ Marky, Makoto now releases his first EP on Apollo records.

State of Mind is the Drum and Bass duo from New Zealand of Patrick Hawkins and Stu Maxwell.  

For bookings:

New Zealand: STRIKE AGENCY - h@strikeagency.co.nz
Australia: INHIBIT AGENCY - geoff@inhibitenterainment.com.au
Europe & UK: GRAM AGENCY - tom@gramagency.co.uk
Russia: ROYAL AGENCY - info@royalpromotions.ru
USA: CYBER GROOVE - scott@cybergrooveprod.com

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