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Maenad Veyl returns with his sophomore album, ‘Reassessment’, a collection of 13 tracks inspired by inner turmoil and change. Expanding on the sound palette established with last year’s critically-acclaimed ‘Body Count’, Feriero ventures into heavier, more abstract territories and collaborations with Years of Denial.
I wrote a new album as Maenad Veyl at the end of last year, in part inspired by events surrounding some personal health issues and a (minor) surgery. I wanted the music, title and artwork (shot over a year ago) to reflect what I experienced then, as I saw them as a metaphor to other changes I was going through at the time.?
Needless to say, as we geared up for release as we usually do, the world ground to a halt. All the images , words printed or spoken on the album have changed meaning since and, compared to what many people are going through now, my “inspiring changes” feel distant and unimportant.?
We’re not blind to the fact this could be seen as inappropriate or in bad taste, and we’ve contemplated every alternative, but in the end we’ve decided to keep things as “business as usual” as possible, so ‘Reassessment’ is now up for pre-order. - Maenad Veyl

Label boss Coco Bryce teams up once again with his long time partner in crime and fellow Dutch junglist FFF for two feelsy Amen workouts.

Cofaxx delivers Exotic Robotics 004, showing off his talent with an EP spanning ethereal house, liquid jungle steppers, hazy ambient vibes and low fi grooves.

Tim Reaper is back on Repertoire - and he's brought a few mates along.

The EP starts at a blistering pace with the beefed up VIP mix of his 2016 single"Lanterns", whilst label boss Law alongside Kola Nut join forces with Tim for the lush roll out "Unknown Future".

Continuing Repertoire's rich tradition of working with Canadian artists, Montreal's Comfort Zone brings his unique melodic stylings to the laid back "Greenscreen", before Tim closes proceedings on the same note as it started with the chopped up amenage of the Apocalypse Now sampling "Sunrise".

0 years down the line from the original release, it is clear to all that Alix Perez’s seminal album '1984' has proved to be one of the definitive bodies of work that redefined Drum & Bass for a new generation.

Never originally released in it’s entirety on vinyl, this is the first time that fans will be able to get the whole album on 12”.

In 1984', Alix Perez created a listening experience for both home and clubbing alike. Every track is an exploration into blissed-out downbeat and experimental hip hop to funk, soul and his beloved drum and bass, fusing them all together for the ultimate urban electronica album.

For his debut release on PRSPCT Fragz promised us 3 heavy bangers and the man definitely delivered.
On the A side of this multi colored piece of vinyl we have the track: Something Sinister. A brutal Drum & Bass collaboration between Fragz and Sinister Souls proving once again that Snares can be at least as powerful as kick drums. Tons of energy in this track and a massive drive!
On the flip we have Go Psycho. The title fits the track perfectly. The track makes you do just that. Pure Hardcore Drum & Bass party power for the people!

Der New Yorker Electro-Produzent mit portugiesischen Wurzeln, Baauer, bekannt für hochkarätige Kollaborationen mit Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, Elle Fanning, Jennifer Lawrence oder Skepta, legt mit "PLANET'S MAD" verknüpft auf seinem zweiten Solowerk persönliche Rave-Einflüsse (Fatboy Slim, The Chemical Brothers, Basement Jaxx, Daft Punk) mit zeitgenössischen Hip-Hop- & Pop-Elementen zu einem Spiegelbild unserer modernen, digitalen Kultur. Aufgebaut wie ein Film, führt uns das Album wie eine Geschichte durch etliche Micro-Genres und leinwandgrosse-maximalistische Dance-Klangwelten, so schillernd, vielfältig und bunt wie unser wilder Planet.

Big names on the big ones, known to many but unknown on these summer slammers.

*Repress*

Dead Man's Chest delivers the final piece of his opening Trilogy for Western Lore with a trio of expeditions into Jungle's less explored territories, laying down warehouse amens, dub reprisals and the sounds of early 90s 'blunted' Bristol.

Following his debut release on Jedi Recordings last year, Cantina Cuts bring you another four authentic and fresh jungle/hardcore tracks from Hyped On Acid.

Detroit's Filthiest closes his past (private stock) present (prime cuts) and future (premium content) trilogy, celebrating 20 years of Motor City Electro Company's excellence together with Casa Voyager presenting his outstanding electro funk works

Om Unit brings his ‘Mahakala’ triology to a triumphant close with 2 more cuts of upfront breakbeat science.

A Colourful Storm presents Exquisite Angst, a collection of Christoph de Babalon's most hardcore, abyssal and mutant creations of his haunting past.

'If you're gonna go out, go out like a muthaf*cker.' A Colourful Storm presents Exquisite Angst, a collection of Christoph de Babalon's most hardcore, abyssal and mutant creations of his haunting past. A blown-apart, mangled depiction of muck, grime and breakbeat-drone, its tracks parallel the timespan and isolated madness of the 'If You're Into It, I'm Out Of It' recording sessions. Bleeding, darkside breakcore/jungle reconstructions that draw no comparison - there's a reason why Thom Yorke plucked him to tour with Radiohead, only to never speak to him again. Includes the previously unreleased ' Gaseous Invertebrate' and 'Valediction'. Full-colour printed reverse card sleeve with poster-insert.

Tempo Records present SPEED, a new Tempo Records sublabel & project released on a limited handnumbered edition 180gram collectors picture disc vinyl with original & legendary producers who shaped the Drum & Bass scene. First on SPEED is the legendary 'Techstep' originator DJ Trace aka Duncan Hutchison. DJ Trace remixed T Power's 'Horny Mutant Jazz' (S.O.U.R.), now more commonly known as 'The Mutant Remix'. This classic underground D&B 'cult' track went onto inspire a plethora of other producers, and was hailed by many as the dawn of 'Techstep'. On this picture disc you'll find two harsh, deep 'Techstep' tracks, 'Twister' on the A side & 'Apocalypse' on the AA side with that distinct Trace spirit which still lives on today. Collectors please note: This release comes as a strictly limited 180gram Silver Handnumbered Picture Disc Vinyl pressing with a high quality polybag sleeve (including a handnumbered qty stamped silver sticker on polybag corner) + all tracks mastered by Stuart Hawkes of Metropolis Mastering London. First come, first served!

Early DJ Support & Feedback
Laurent Garnier (Fcomm, RADIO SHOW WHAT'S NEXT?, Paris) "Excellent tracks… Thanks a lot mister, Best, LG"
Ludwig A.F. Rohrscheid (Exo Recordings Intl.) "I’ve listened to the promo and love it. Some real gritty stuff on this 12“ :-)
Doc Scott (31 Records) "Thank You"
DJ Krust (Full Cycle / V Recordings) "good"
DJ Stretch (Reinforced rec / AKO BEATZ) "Yes Bro, thanks for the tracks man"
Sinistarr (Methalheadz) "gonna play the Trace one for sure, got a few gigs coming up so i'll try them out then :) thank you"!
Benny L (Metalheadz) "Love these tracks, thanks very much, will be repping"
Kid Drama (Metalheadz / Exit Records) "Sick Release"
DJ Lee (Metalheadz, 31 Records) "Thanks for these mate, i like Twister, will definitely support, nice one bro"
DJ Loxy (Metalheadz) "grimey rollers"
DJ Clarky (Metalheadz, Eruption Radio) "thanks for the DJ Trace tracks, great stuff"!
Dave Owen (Metalheadz) "Couple of absolute stinkers here, full support"
Sinistarr (Metalheadz) "Yea, this Trace one is sick)
2 Bad Mice (Moving Shadow) "Got em. Like em. Very Trace"
Deep Blue (Moving Shadow, 31 Records) "got them, cheers, right up my street"
Blame (Moving Shadow) "Sounding Great"
Foul Play (Moving Shadow) "Love Twister, classic DJ Trace, hypnotic and sinister, thank you for sending"
LTJ Bukem (Goodlooking Records) "thanks for sending, big upz Danny Bukem"
DJ Andy (V Recordings) "Got it, big up from Brasil"
J:Kenzo (Rinse FM) "Killers"!
Teebee (Subtitles rec) "Wicked tracks"
Ray Keith (Origin FM / Dread Recordings) "TRACE BADMAN WILL SUPPORT CLUB AND RADIO"
S.P.Y. (Hospital Records) "Wicked Tracks"
dRamatic (V Recordings) "Really dope"
Voyager (Creative Source / R&S / Tempo Rec) "Yes man"
Response (Western Lore, Tempo Records)
Soul Intent (Lossless Music, Tempo Rec) "Nice One"
Monita (Skeleton Records) "thank you so much, this is going to look so good pressed up"
Acid lab / Ahmad (Lossless Music) "Thx a lot, keep up the good work"
6Blocc "Heavyyyy"
DJ Kalm "Killer tracks 'Apocalypse' is the dogz!"
R.O.S.H. "Apocalypse is the one for me, i'm all about the rollers when it comes to 160+"
Rachel Green, NL "Zooooo wat een release hey, beide!"

blue & purple mixed vinyl

Mike Redman's Deformer project has achieved cult status throughout the years. Known for its extreme, horror infused electronic music and surprising collaborations with groundbreaking musicians, visual artists and film studios, Deformer keeps reinventing its sound while keeping its signature aesthetics. Consistent in being outrageous... with the new record "Inner-Outcast" musical boundaries are being crushed, again with a little help from some heavyweight invitees. On four of six tracks Deformer's fierce breakbeats enter into a deadly duel with the live drums of legendary ex-Suffocation drummer and blastbeat pioneer Mike Smith. Vernon Reid of Living Colour lays down some menacing guitar solos, Body Count's Ice-T provides some threatening words and many more legends are making "Inner-Outcast" an original, intense and above all, an unpolished release. A special appearance is made by iconic Hollywood actor Tony Todd, providing a haunting vocal performance as horror villain Candyman. Oh, and the cherry on top is definitely the amazing cover art by visual artist Ed Repka, known for his classic artwork for legendary bands like Death and Megadeth. With "Inner-Outcast", music journalists may have to come up with a new term for yet another genre, because Deformer's ever evolving sound is more unorthodox than ever...

yellow & red mixed vinyl

Mike Redman's Deformer project has achieved cult status throughout the years. Known for its extreme, horror infused electronic music and surprising collaborations with groundbreaking musicians, visual artists and film studios, Deformer keeps reinventing its sound while keeping its signature aesthetics. Consistent in being outrageous... with the new record "Inner-Outcast" musical boundaries are being crushed, again with a little help from some heavyweight invitees. On four of six tracks Deformer's fierce breakbeats enter into a deadly duel with the live drums of legendary ex-Suffocation drummer and blastbeat pioneer Mike Smith. Vernon Reid of Living Colour lays down some menacing guitar solos, Body Count's Ice-T provides some threatening words and many more legends are making "Inner-Outcast" an original, intense and above all, an unpolished release. A special appearance is made by iconic Hollywood actor Tony Todd, providing a haunting vocal performance as horror villain Candyman. Oh, and the cherry on top is definitely the amazing cover art by visual artist Ed Repka, known for his classic artwork for legendary bands like Death and Megadeth. With "Inner-Outcast", music journalists may have to come up with a new term for yet another genre, because Deformer's ever evolving sound is more unorthodox than ever...

B.Traits launches her Baby T alias, with a new musical direction and an upcoming live show. Under this alias she explores the middle ground between fast techno and jungle, fusing lessons learnt from her time in both communities.

The Portra EP contains 3 versions of the title track by Baby T - Hybrid, Ambient, and Jungle, spreading across tempo’s (and no tempo) to showcase styles Baby T will touch on. It’s a confident debut - a sonic summary of the Baby T path. To compliment these versions, Homemade Weapons and Ancestral Voices have contributed remixes that reinterpret Portra through their visionary processes, with impeccable results from both artists.

‘High Fives & Devil Eyes’ is the brand-new LP forthcoming from SCAR, a duo who’ve spent years dominating the waters of dance music with their formulae of underground, yet accessible drum & bass. Individually and as part of their SCAR project, both Script and Survival have been involved in shaping the genre for decades, helping to sculpt its formative years alongside a range of imprints that have ensured it longevity. For their forthcoming album they’ve once again been welcomed into the fold of Metalheadz, where SCAR have now been exclusively signed after appearing in their catalogue as one of its main staples. Since their first piece of music together, ‘When’, debuted on Metalheadz via the label’s esteemed ‘Platinum Breakz’ series, through to their first SCAR artist LP ‘The Orkyd Project’ in 2016, the pair’s journey has followed the label’s growth and they’ve continued to be supported by its founder Goldie. On first listen to ‘High Fives & Devil Eyes’ it’s instantly clear why they were made such an essential part of such a revered platform, bringing together the historic elements as well as the modern production levels which have enabled them to remain trend setters over the years.

From the sounds of ‘Circle of Trust’, right through to the finely-tuned vocals of Eleanor Higgins on ‘Eternal’, the tastes catered to throughout ‘High Fives & Devil Eyes’ demonstrates why SCAR have been welcomed into the roster of Metalheadz and it’s not just down to their heritage with the imprint. Tracks like ‘State of Delusion’, ‘Stolen Memories’, ‘Can’t Do Anything With It’ and ‘Nothing Lasts Forever’ show how SCAR still bridge the gap between contemporary standards and an understanding of their roots, as well as how this has influenced their current direction. Coming up next, ‘Funk Control’ injects much needed soul into the drum & bass sphere whilst tracks like ‘First Sound’, ‘The Seeker’, ‘Thinking out Loud’ and ‘Pauline’ continue the journey of breaks and immersive soundscapes. The album’s title-record ‘High Fives and Devil Eyes’ encompasses the album’s rawness whilst cuts like ‘Deep South’ and ‘Torn Apart’ pedestals the diversity demonstrated throughout. Even the LP’s interlude ‘Nomad’ travels the listener through an elaborate composition, and you’re left understanding that ‘High Fives & Devil Eyes’ is a listening album too, despite how well it’ll translate within any club setting.

‘High Fives & Devil Eyes’ doesn’t just signpost another huge step forward for SCAR musically, but also for Metalheadz. They’ve added two more members to their pivotal roster and it’s another album to highlight the label’s consistency, something which has pushed forward from their beginnings in 1994.

St. Petersburg-based producer Evgeniy Sergeev is back with 4 tracks of soul-shredding breaks and driving atmospheric sounds on second release of his own label Dissymmetrical Music.

Cult favourite Submorphics delivers his long awaited debut album “Kodak Dreams” on Amsterdam imprint The North Quarter. 15 year veteran producer Greg Axelrad has been one of America's premiere exports when it comes to Soulful Drum & Bass. His unmistakable 'smoked-out' take on the genre has made him a fan favourite for years. After his The North Quarter debut “Detroit Haze” early 2018, he now returns with his most ambitious project yet: “Kodak Dreams”. Written during a time of great personal highs and lows, his debut album is easily his most personal body of work. The Michigan native drew inspiration from his transatlantic journey and childhood memories to paint this musical memoir.

'Inspired by the treasure-trove of nostalgia I brought with me from Detroit, I plugged away at my own brand of D&B, hip-hop and neo-soul music in my new studio in the city of The Hague.' Submorphics explains. 'Cherished childhood photos reminded me of my roots: funky breakbeats and lush soul samples that I blasted out of my cheap boombox long before I knew what a sampler was. These old photos ended up deeply inspiring the album sessions, and even started permeating my dreams as I slept each night.”

A multi-genre piece that features vocals from frequent collaborators Big Brooklyn Red, SelfSays, T.R.A.C. and Christina Tamayo, brings together Soulful Drum & Bass and LA / Detroit flavoured Beats with an easy elegance. The album offers a glimpse into Submorphics' past, present and future and is brought together by snippet-sized, Polaroid-inspired narration, his personal Kodak Dreams.

a a1. Submorphics - Flash Meters Intro

[c] a3. Submorphics - Roseville Funk / Musique Nostalgique [Interlude]



[g] b3. Submorphics - The Prize ft T.R.A.C. / Golden Roots [Interlude]


[j] c2. Submorphics - Morning Alarms ft SelfSays / Waverly Place [Interlude]

[l] d1. Submorphics - Feel So Blue / Deep Sleeper [Interlude]

[n] d3. Submorphics - Hot Ish ft SelfSays (Dabrye Remix) [Bonus Track]

Drum & Bass heavyweights Serum, Voltage- and Bladerunner, aka Kings Of The Rollers have entered the ring once again to deliver a
4-track smasher. Pushing the boundaries of D+B to the ropes, ‘The Main Event’ EP is a flawless infusion of each individual style, creating the perfect storm.

A certified knockout D+B banger with an epic introduction that has been doing damage in raves worldwide, ‘XXX’ kicks off the EP with intriguing synth plucks and a sweeping yet powerfully subtle bassline. Next up is the Circuits Rewire of ‘Burnt Ends’, a deeper take from Kasra & InsideInfo of the iconic tearout bruiser.

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any darker, the latest rendition of the game-changing roller packs new punches with twisted melodies and a thumping bassline from these deep D+B standouts.

The elegant piano melodies and the angelic notes of Lydia Plain on ‘Somebody Else’ ease the listener into the second half of ‘The Main Event’. It’s not long before crunchy wobbles and singalong vocals take centre stage. Bubbly yet dark, you’ll certainly want to keep your guard up. Rounding off the EP is ‘Solar Heat’, nostalgic arpeggios rest upon trance inducing pads before modulated reeses and rolling drums kick in to deliver a finishing blow.

On top of cooking up lay out anthems, Kings Of The Rollers are renowned for their high energy sets and innovative mixing styles.

The trio have headlined an array of festivals and large scale shows across the globe, including their own Royal Rumble event series. ‘The Main Event’ EP was originally destined to accompany their biggest headline show to date at London’s legendary venue Printworks. Sadly due to the 2020 COVID-19 crisis this event was postponed, but you won’t catch these guys throwing in the towel…


They’ll be back with a vengeance, so make sure to keep an eye out for what these three D+B royals have in store...

With their debut LP City Of Gold still resonating in the clubs and smashing up dance floors across the globe, The Prototypes waste no time in unleashing a brand new banger for your speakers: Hypercube.

Having already been made a firm favourite thanks to Friction opening his live Radio 1 Essential Mix at Glastonbury early this year in the UK and being selected as his 'Friction Fire' track on Radio 1 & 1Xtra, Hypercube is full of attitude and weighs heavy on the low end, all wrapped up in a mass of energy big enough to shatter the fourth dimension. Also included in the vinyl single is the exclusive VIP mix of Pop It Off, one of this years biggest dancefloor anthems.

Krust is the first artist to step up for the new ‘Legends’ series from V Recordings. This series aims to source some of the finest unreleased gems from some of D&B’s most well-known and established artist that never saw the light of day, and press them up for the world to hear.

For 001, after some extensive DAT searching, we’re treated with two never-before released Krust cuts deep from the vaults, ‘Unit 23’ and ‘Pentacle’. Both are over 20 years old, and show perfectly two contrasting sides to Krust’s inimitable production style.
‘Unit 23’ is a hypnotic upbeat roller, with a steppy progressive vibe, this one builds and builds. ‘Pentacle’ sees Krust in tear out mode, with brooding atmospheres, lashing drums and some of that Bristol bass we all know and love!

Hailing from the musical melting pot of Bristol, Krust earned respect through countless releases on V Recordings, his imprint Full Cycle Records, his collective with Roni Size, Reprazent and a series of cutting edge solo albums on Talkin Loud.

Having been at the forefront of the D&B / Jungle scene since its inception he continues to innovate and push boundaries, with recent music coming on Doc Scott’s seminal 31 Records, and with a long awaited new album project on the horizon.

The first part in this vinyl series, with more legends waiting in the wings. These are an absolute essential for vinyl collectors.

* The original sister label to Ram Records from the old Ram HQ studio in Essex, Liftin Spirit Records now celebrates its 25th year with a special ‘RELOADED’ limited vinyl series of remastered classics, alongside rare and previously unreleased tracks since the beginning in1992.

* DATs from artists such as Andy C, Ant Miles, Shimon, Joint Venture, Interrogator and Red One have been located in the archives. Also from the Ram & Liftin HQ came tracks for the Deep Seven label in 1993 and all these rare DAT masters have been located and now re-cut by Simon, the original Ram & Liftin vinyl masterer at ‘The Exchange’. Initially, Deep Seven remasters will present on a printed white label and unreleased tracks will have a black label.
* In 1993 Origin Unknown had their first full release on Ram Records. ‘Valley of the Shadows’ aka ‘Long Dark Tunnel - 31 seconds went on to anthem status, majorly contributing to the developing genre of Jungle/Drum and Bass.
After 'Valley of the Shadows' had caused shockwaves throughout the rave scene, Origin Unknown set about composing their follow up single.
With Ram and Liftin Spirit Records cementing their places in the history books, their original 1993 follow up had been put to one side while they completed many remix requests for the movers and shakers of the era and subsequently the DAT tape went astray.
Some 26 years later, while going through the archives, a DAT tape that was previously believed to be faulty actually played ok on a different machine! The tracks were finally found and sent straight to master for our ‘Reloaded’ series. 'Voyage to the Future' carries on that 1993 vibe of 'Valley of the Shadows' and will now be finally available to own on vinyl, backed with the equally sublime track 'Second Sight'.

Epic link-up between two of the top live techno and house performers working today. After playing a few rare sessions with Juju & Jordash at Dekmantel Festival 2018 and Pittsbugh, Shawn Rudiman and Jordan GCZ spent a few days in Amsterdam laying the foundations for this collection of music. The tracks were transported to the Synthdrome in Pittsburgh and completed with love and craftsmanship. Spanning the gamut of electro, house, dub techno, and future jazz there is something for everyone. Enjoy this rare convergence of the creative energy of two masters.

The B-Boy EP presents 4 diverse tracks, from the haunting set opener sounds of ‘Mind Control’ to the ‘Old Skool’ inspired ‘B-Boy’ Madcap goes deeper with a Jungle twist on ‘Bleep Track’ & finishes off with experimental Egyptian vibes on ‘Badlands’
All tracks bring together rolling breakbeats, low frequency sub b-lines & vocal samples.
Support from LTJ Bukem, Digital, Storm, Foul Play, FBD Project & Stretch.

Rotterdam's Nr1 Jungle & Breakcore badman FFF back on PRSPCT's RVLT imprint.

4 tracks that deliver all things great this legendary producer has to offer. A little more subtle this time round but still oh so powerful.

24/7 Soundkiller is one of those records every true junglist needs in their life!

Breakbeat Kaos Returns To The Forefront Of The Bass Music Scene In 2018 Celebrating 15 Years Since Its Inception. Founded By Dj Fresh And Adam F The Bbk Brand Has Been Synonymous With Some Of The Biggest Talents Homing Over The Years The Likes Of Pendulum, Nero, Brookes Brothers, Chase & Status, Sigma And Of Course Fresh Himself.

Limited to 100 copies!

4x12" Box Set

* 16 tracks featuring the likes Roni Size, Dillinja, Serum, Paul T & Edward Oberon, Alibi, L-Side, Command Strange, Bou, Dr Meaker, S.P.Y, Need For Mirrors, Artificial Intelligence and many more.

* Includes download card with 25 track album available to download on WAV format.

* From 'V Classic' to 'Planet V' and beyond, the V Recordings camp have been scene leaders in creating era-defining, zeitgeist-capturing compilations. And, following on from the retrospective 'Foundation' project, it's now time for another chapter in the story - 'Future'
* Bryan Gee, widely known as one of the most influential selectors and A&R men in the business, has taken his time to compile and curate something that's more than just another album. This is Bryan's personal vision of what's to come, not only for the V brand, but for Drum & Bass music as a whole.
* Never swayed by fashions, fads and sub-genre divisions, Bryan and Jumpin Jack Frost's family of labels have been a benchmark for quality from time immemorial. So, when they call this album 'Future', that comes with authority.
* For V Recordings, the future is as much about building on what's come before as it is about brand new innovations. So, we see contemporary masters like Benny L, Voltage and L-Side pay homage to the classics with remixes of Roni Size, Ray Keith, Krust and Dillinja. Artificial Intelligence go back in on their anthem 'Uprising' to give it a cutting-edge reconfiguration, and Dr Meaker's 'Fighter' gets the S.P.Y treatment.
* Then there are the 2020 visions of artists from across the spectrum of Drum & Bass music. The likes of Alibi, Paul T & Edward Oberon, Drumsound & Bassline Smith, DJ Marky & Dirtbag, Bladerunner, Zero T, Command Strange, Carlito & Addiction, Jonny L & Need for Mirrors deliver darkness and light, savagery and euphoria, musicality and hype in equal measure. And that's just scratching the surface.
* The future that this album sets out before us is one where pigeon-holes and categories are unimportant. Certified legends rub shoulders with breakthrough artists. Heavyweight dancefloor bangers co-exist with soulfully melodic flavours. This music is unified, not by style or by marketability, but purely by the vibe. If that's what a V Recordings future looks like, we can relax. The scene is in safe hands.
* "Compilations can be easily forgotten over time but I want this one to stand the test of time and be looked back in time as something special.It's a present from me to everyone. Thanks for being with us, here you go, I hope you love it." Bryan Gee, 2020

An EP that explodes into life as much as 'Eternal' does is always a breath of fresh air and that's exactly what HLZ has pulled off with a thoroughly well executed 4-track EP for his debut solo Metalheadz release.



This is a showcase of HLZ's raw and uncompromising approach to production with each track offering a different glimpse into his portrayal of drum and bass, from the euphoric introduction of the title track which barrels into a fierce auditory onslaught all the way through to the intergalactic sounds of 'Hidden Memory' - HLZ really does mean business.



PRESS/ONLINE: Support in Mixmag, DJ Mag, UKF, Drum & Bass Arena, Hyponik, Bass Explorer, Tsugi, PhutureLabs, Bonafide Mag, In Reach, FACT, The Wire, DJ MAG USA, Data Transmission, Resident Advisor, Electronic Beats, Big Up Magazine, XLR8R, Skank N Bass, Boiler Room, Faze Mag, Noisey, Rolling Stone, Dazed and Confused, The Ransom Note, Electronic Beats, The fader, Billboard, Drum & Bassics, Mixmag Asia, Vice, Faze Mag, Thump x Vice, Track It Down Feats and DJ Mag Aus

Acts like Legion & Logam have been pivotal for bringing the Ram Records sound transatlantic. Becoming the first US act into break their renowned roster, the trio have time and time again delivered hard-driving riddims and melodic rollers for Ram's sought after compilation series and their genre defining sister labelProgram. However, this time they've recieved their first standalone single on Ram, which is set to establish them as an even more integral part of drum & basses expansion throughout America. From the tearaway success of 'House of Cards', their first single on Program, to the release of 'Coming Home / When Stars Fall' on Ram Records, Legion & Logam are continuing their meteoric ascent. Following the same carefully strung melodies and voice overtures which has become a signature for the production outfit, 'Coming Home' takes you on a heartfelt journey underpinned by its tightly knit composition. A wavering bassline pitches between each signature of eight, helping to create a more driving force perfect for the dancefloor and bolstering the mix, whilst keeping its softer touch with 'House of Cards' Adam Wrightreturning on vocals.

On the flipside 'When Stars Fall' featuring Wendy Johnson follows the same vibe, with intricately layered instrumentals helping to set out a journey which flips between more percussive elements and well-orchestrated breakdowns. Each segment builds on the next until you're once again left with a record which exemplifies the producers' stellar song writing ability. Together both tracks help to pedestal an act whose versatility can be seen across each addition to Program, and now Ram's, vast back catalogue. Legion & Logam's story on Ram has only just begun - with more releases scheduled for the coming year, it's an exciting time for US drum & bass and its growth.

Bbk Is Back!

Breakbeat Kaos Returns To The Forefront Of The Bass Music Scene In 2018 Celebrating 15 Years Since Its Inception. Founded By Dj Fresh And Adam F The Bbk Brand Has Been Synonymous With Some Of The Biggest Talents Homing Over The Years The Likes Of Pendulum, Nero, Brookes Brothers, Chase & Status, Sigma And Of Course Fresh Himself.

Prayer returns to Black Acre with the 'Vital' EP, a heavy four tracker which blurs the lines between sorrowful sounds and high voltage club energy - limited to 200 hand stamped vinyl.
'A four track EP that delves further into his defiantly outsider sound. Living somewhere near the intersection of classical, jungle and ambient' - The Ransom Note
'This atmospheric modern jungle track has a bit of Burial's sad-but-sweet emotional tinge to it' - Resident Advisor

PRAYER blurs the lines between sorrowful sounds and high-voltage club energy in VITAL; a piece of art that refuses to be boxed off by genre or stereotype.

Opener FEAR explores the producers love of film music; a dark sci-fi landscape punctuated with drums and melodic synths, a Bladerunner-esque track. Moving on, A2 'I'M STILL HERE' is an anthem, a nostalgic mix of hardcore, jungle and classical influences with a DIY, rough and ready feel.

On the other side, PRAYER shows his talent for the piano with B1 - KIND, finessing the skills that reflect his first adventures in sound. It's an emotive, stripped back number. The final track is B2 - VITAL, another drum-heavy, weighty track that sounds only like PRAYER - as ideal for the club as it is for headphones