Basswerk Records Compilation

This is the second digital compilation from Basswerk Records, voted Germany’s leading label at the Futuremusic. net awards again. A beautiful Basswerk showcase covering an array of D&B moods by some of the finest up & coming artists from all over the globe (Brazil, Kasachstan, Austria and more) taking us through the deepest realms of this veteran label. Many new tracks included such as two brand new remixes from this year’s Subz & Matik and Molecular Structures albums as well as ‘Euphoria’, taken for the upcoming Dizplay and The Green Man long players. Add to this TGM’s much sought after remix from ‘Idemo Odma’ that came out on Breaks Per Minute Vinyl and you have one cracking little stocking filler just in time for Christmas. Some truly awe-inspiring music, essential for any D&B lovers’ collection. (more…)

Posted by admin on 30/01/2011  •  Comments (0)  • 

FD/FD & SCRIPT – Stack/Sent Down – BAD TASTE

Critical’s beloved new-kid-on-the-block Modulations imprint draws up another naughty storm in the form of ‘Stack’ b/w ‘Sent Down’ featuring Script. Having had releases on top-notch labels including Metalheadz and Critical, London-based FD is swiftly gaining recognition for upping the dance floor ante with scrumptiously deep demeanor. ‘Stack’ is a stepper that delivers efficient pulse and vibrancy, notably in its teasing bassline and clean snare, peppered with bleeps and vocals conjuring a feel of eerie, futuristic space-age. (more…)

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HEDJ & BLOKHE4D/HEDJ & NEONLIGHT – Spirit/Joker – Bad Taste

When a young, very talented up & coming producer named Hedj sent the initial parts of this release over to the Bad Taste HQ they knew he had something special about him. Shortly afterwards Hedj tragically lost his life and by way of a tribute Blokhe4d decided to finish off ‘Spirit’ and release it as he’d intended. Now having been sent over the equally awesome ‘Joker’ by his family, Bad Taste Recordings are very proud to be able to offer out this posthumous release from Hedj. (more…)

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ROCKWELL – Aria EP – CRITICAL MUSIC

Rockwell’s rise to prominence as a rare, distinctive talent has been exciting the electronica music circuit the world over. Critical, thankfully, being the trusty forefront for all things audio-aesthetically delicious, presents the ‘Aria EP’ – 4 tracks of sound sublime, exemplifying Rockwell’s refreshing angle on energy in the club combined with the characteristic, meticulously playful technicals, precise and thrilling as ever. (more…)

Posted by admin on 28/01/2011  •  Comments (0)  • 

PHETSTA – The Prism EP – TECHNIQUE

Scene stalwarts Technique Recordings draw in the talents of their long-time signing, Phetsta, to deliver their first release of 2011 and what a way to kick off the year! With a keen eye for the dance floor and production levels that are second to none, The Prism EP delivers across the BPM’s, serving up full-throttle drum & bass alongside some gorgeous dubstep excursions that are bound to have you calling for the rewind!

The title track ‘Prism’ opens up proceedings in fine fashion, drawing on pure party vibes as the cut up vocal signals the start of this massive slice of future-disco D&B. Crisp drums and rich synth patterns rule the roost here as it keeps on bouncing all the way through to make for one seriously contagious piece of music. (more…)

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Sigma

Cameron Edwards and Joe Lenzie aka Sigma, have been making their presence felt on the drum and bass scene since 2007. From early releases on labels such as Charge and Viper Recordings, to the seminal All Blue on Zinc’s Bingo imprint (one of DNBA’s most downloaded tracks ever), the boys stepped up to the big time with serious dancefloor killers Paint It Black and the anthem El Presidente VIP. (more…)

Posted by admin on 13/01/2011  •  Comments (0)  • 

DJ MANGA – NEUTRONIC BEATS 31 JAN 2011

After a very successful 2010 for Dj Manga releasing tracks under a number of labels, he has now taken another step forward and taken the leap from not just being an Artist/Dj to Label owner.

Neutronic Beats is the name will be the one to watch this year, kicking things off with the NB’s first release will be (Evil Residents/Battle Grounds) with support from Dj’s across the globe already you should know that he means business. (more…)

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MIKAL – New World/This Moment – SGN:LTD

The Sgn:Ltd’s net’s been out trawling and this time it’s brought in two more cracking tracks from recent Metalheadz signee, Mikal. Having previously released music on his own Mikal label, Sound Trax and Pristine Recordings, Mikal is about to break through into the mindsets of D&B aficionados throughout the land; this release will show you why. (more…)

Posted by admin on 06/01/2011  •  Comments (0)  • 

CYANTIFIC – 305/Opium – CRITICAL

Critical Music reaches the big 50! A fantastic feat for any independent label in today’s climate but particularly one which has never been afraid to step outside the box and experiment with its output whilst always retaining the utmost integrity. Thanks to superlative A&R’ing skills by label boss Kasra and his genuine love of the music, the Critical brand now commands respect all over the world and with this 50th release it’s easy to see why. (more…)

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Aeph – Bad Wolf/Scumbag – Bad Taste

Massive new artist for the new year in the shape of Aeph! Originally from Italy but now based in London this is one hot-shot producer you’ll be hearing a lot more from throughout 2011. Big room rave tendancies to party hard to are the order of the day whether they be dubstep or drum & bass. One thing’s for sure though, you’ll be loving Aeph before long! (more…)

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PHACE & MISANTHROP – Desert Orgy/Stagger

Run for cover!!! Just when you think you’ve heard it all along come the Neosignal clan and throw everything you’ve ever known right back in your face! This ladies and gentlemen is Neosignal’s outro to 2010 and what a way to go out. This release is pure fire and it’s threatening to scorch every dance floor the world over this winter. Simply incredible! (more…)

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