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* SB81 delivers three huge tracks for Headz Platinum and it's easy to see how much the wolves native has grown in confidence over the last year. He is now closely working with Metalheadz with a massive remix of a label classic under his belt, the support of Goldie and regular plays from the labels finest DJs.

* The aesthetic of EP takes on the 90s sound and takes it into the modern age with the SB81 edge we're becoming accustomed to.

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* Bad Taste Recordings and the MethLab entity meet once again to deliver 'MethLab // 2' - pushing the envelope to the extreme with an array of 7 tracks from across the agency's roster of the most exciting names currently operating in tech dnb and bass music.
Featuring new and highly anticipated solo tracks from Current Value and Billain, alongside brand new collaborations between Disprove-Signal-Audeka and Optiv & CZA.

* The time has come for SCAR to broaden its horizons. As a production duo Survival & Script initially made a name for themselves by supplying rugged dancefloor workouts but there is a much larger story to tell here and with The Orkyd Project album this story will be told.* Production collaborations have been kept to an absolute minimum aside from vocal features; Naomi Pryor is the ever present voice of the album with further contributions from Eleanor Higgins and Ray Uptown.* The influences for The Orkyd Project shine a further light on the story; from Bill Withers to Massive Attack via Eric B and Rakim.* When initial conversations took place between Goldie and SCAR regarding the album Goldie gave the guys full license to create whatever they wanted and what we have been given is a melting pot of 2016 London music. Soul exists beside screw face.* It's important to note that Drum 'n' Bass hasn't been abandoned by any means, the hall marks of SCAR are ever present and correct- the blue print has just been expanded upon.

01. Camouflage
02. Sonic Winds
03. Planetary Funk Alert
04. Universal Music
05. Predator
06. Remedy
07. Soul 2000
08. So Long

* Freddie Dixon aka FD's returns to Spearhead with four of the finest pieces of liquid drum & bass around today.

* 'Heart Of Gold' features the vocal talent of Roisin Brophy who has created one of those hooks that you just can't get out of your head.

* 'Still The Same' has been doing the damage in BCee's sets for the past few months and fuses the musical with the dancefloor sounds of drum & bass with perfect execution.

* 'Snowdrops' creates the sound that you would expect to hear while trying to build a snowman in the middle of summer.

* When you close your eyes 'More Than Ever' will take you on a journey. Not one of those annoying ones that you get when you have to take a bus replacement service instead of a train, but a really good journey, like flying business class.

* Support from Fabio, LSB, Technimatic, Etherwood, DJ Marky, Lenzman, Zero T, BCee, and a whole load more...

As one of the pioneers of the signature Hospital Records sound Logistics already has an impressive succession of albums, EPs, collaborations and remixes in his repertoire. Fortunately for us he's adding one more to the list with his incredible sixth studio album, 'Electric Sun' filled with jungle flavoured rollers, garage-inspired chop-ups, down tempo head-nodders, swirling synths and merciless subs.

* Settle inside paradise with 'Icarus' - featuring fellow Cambridge connoisseur Hugh Hardie - along with 'After Dark' they provide a warm, anthemic wash throughout the LP that contrasts with the equally ethereal yet hypnotic slow dance of 'Still Life', featuring Holly Drummond. The refined style in 'Tell Me True' proves simplicity really is key; rippling piano and gentle guitar plucks come together to create a first-class future classic.

* Switch the tempo! Logistics takes a different direction with 'Fight 4 U' and 'Deep Breath' relaxing the rhythms with strong subs and choppy, pitched vocals aplenty. Closing the LP is a collaboration with rising vocalist Zara Kershaw, whose soulful and sophisticated sound perfectly compliments Logistics' style in 'Finish Line'. He's also succeeded in syncing vocalists Sherry Davis, McLean and Stella Attar with his melodic, liquid D+B vibrations in 'Cold Light of Day', 'Lost In U' and 'Take Me to Another World'.

Sweet new album by Naibu on Scientific Records!

* Fall deep down the rabbit hole with Rawtekk's 'Here's To Them' LP, a fascinating blend of innovative sound-scapes and twisted dance floor compositions. Boasting years of experience in the world of professional sound design, Rawtekk's latest creation is a sonic masterpiece - a flawless follow-up to their stunning debut release on Med School back in 2013.

* Opening track, 'The Hatch', offers the rawest of introductions as Rawtekk welcome you to their world. A swarm of disorder lets rip in 'Here's To Them', chainsaw synths and head-banging chaos in 'Harbour' and tear-out, neuro drum-drillings fill 'Extinction'.

* Take a breath with the contrasting tranquility of 'K.I.A.', get gripped by the hauntingly delicate, 'My Love', and drift away with the wonderland whisperings of 'Restless', layered over a rumbling bassline.
'Here's To Them' is spider-web of electronic exploration, delivering a sinister, cinematic experience that is guaranteed to inspire the darker side of the imagination.

* Fred V & Grafix bring a breath of fresh air with their long-awaited second album 'Oxygen'. The 15-track venture strips away any uniformity, opening up into dreamy, synthesized waves of drum & bass, elements of elegant electro-pop, down-tempo beats, unsuspecting instrumentation and everything in between.

* Their progression is clear from the off, the gorgeous 'Ignite' details infectious guitar and heartfelt harmonies from Fred V himself and their newest top-line finding, Amy J Price. She also appears on vocal led tracks 'Altitude' and 'Electrify' that push the pair even further into songwriter territory. They've spent months working with close friend Tudor Davies - whose vocal leads on romantic slow-mover 'One Of A Kind' - to create expressive, honest lyrics and enticing melodies throughout the LP.

* Fred V & Grafix's soundtrack style stands up tall in 'Nearly There' and 'Our Story' adding surprise collaboration with Bloc Party front-man Kele to the mix. Both tracks encapsulate the epic, 'hands in the air' euphoria that Fred V & Grafix deliver to devoted crowds worldwide. Their drum & bass dancefloor roots remain strong with tracks 'Stay Here' and 'Together We're Lost' picking up the pace.

* In the debut album 'Recognise' we got a taste for their skills as live musicians. In take two we get even more from Grafix guitars, to drums, keys and Fred V's own vocals, every element is faultlessly infused with title track 'Oxygen' as the perfect example.

* Also included are previously released tracks 'Ultraviolet', 'Comb Funk' and future summer anthem 'Like The Sun'. With this fantastic follow-up the duo have truly come into their own, an unrivalled pair balancing between drum & bass foundations and future electronic sounds. Fill your lungs and surround your ears with Fred V & Grafix's breathtaking long-player, 'Oxygen'.

* Fred V & Grafix will be kicking off a busy summer season joining the highly prestigious Essential Mix series with Pete Tong on BBC Radio 1 following previous support for Radio 1 playlist hit 'Forest Fires' as well as Annie Mac favourites 'Major Happy' and 'Constellations'. Their busy schedule includes a return to Glastonbury Festival, sets on Reading and Leeds BBC Radio 1 Dance Stage as well as high profile slots at Let It Roll, NASS Festival and the premiere Hospitality In The Park.

a) Titan Dred Vs PA feat Mc Busta 'Purple Demonz' - This tune is setting the guideline for the forward thinking. MC Busta showcases his versatile talent with killer lyrics and puts his stamp on this killer tune from Titan Dread (also known as PA). The beats, the bass, and the lyrics make for a Dread classic.

b) Titan Dred Vs PA 'Sound You Never Knew' - This is a classic Dread jungle track and it salutes all the masses from Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester & Bristol. This is a killer jungle tune with a heavyweight riff that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

c) Titan Dred 'Colonies' - This is a techno influenced tune and once you hear the strings you will feel the mood - airy & dark, but Dread heavyweight big on the dance floor. With a haunting vibe this will keep you captivated from start to finish and the vocal that carries the tune to a next level

d) Titan Dred 'Keep Pushing' - This tune is a game changer and will absolutely mash up any dancefloor in the world, pulsatingly heavy but with a touch of class and soul. Big dancefloor anthem.

* All tracks are receiving radio support from Friction (Radio 1), Ray Keith, Fabio, Grooverider, Brockie, Bailey, J J Frost, Bryan G, Hype (Kiss FM), Nicky Blackmarket & Heist.

* Reviews and support: Mixmag K-Mag. Cygnus Promotion

* Artificial Intelligence have not let up the pace in the studio following the release of the hugely successful Timeline album.

* We are very happy to announce the Shrine EP, four brand new tracks with the A-Side featuring MC and vocalist Visionobi. The EP delivers exactly what you would expect from Artificial Intelligence, heartfelt soul and stepping grit- a massive follow up to the album.

a) Stay_ This is another big anthem from Bladerunner with its musical intro and captivating vocal it explodes into the sound of another Dread classic, big bass, big breaks, killer on the dance floor

b) The Real Deal feat. DNA - This is a Dread roller with a heavy style bass that will rattle your window with an mc sample that compliments the tune.

* Both tracks are receiving radio support from Friction (Radio 1), Ray keith, Fabio, Grooverider, Brockie, Bailey, J J Frost, Bryan G, Hype (Kiss FM), Nicky Blackmarket & Heist.

* Reviews and support: Mixmag, K-Mag.

Dread voted top 5 labels in Drum & Bass/ Jungle.

- Bladerunner Vs Mr Explicit 4 track EP which has been supported by major drum and bass Djs world wide Dj Friction, Ray Keith, Nicky Black Market, Kenny Ken, Randall, Bryan G, Frost, Fabio, Grooverider, Andy C.
- Extensive : The 360 show - every thurs hosted by Ray Keith playing an array of forthcoming releases on Dread and hot new tunes to the jungle fans worldwide. Also EZM.

'Dispositions' is a piece of me, an insight into my personality. I wanted to create something that represented that and more importantly be an album that people wouldn't expect.' Emperor, 2016 Having debuted his first Critical release 'Monolith' back in 2012 the Emperor name has bcome synonymous with some of the most breathtaking drum & bass of recent times. Since the 'Begin EP' and his collaborative 'Hello World EP' with Mejus took the scene by storm, Emperor's heavyweight approach culminated with the utterly outrageous 'Into Black EP' which pushed all the levels to the max. Now 'Dispostions' looks set to cement his status at the top of the leader board.

'When I first heard Conor's music I knew he had the potential to make some special records. His music has that great combination of mood and technique, combined with an ear for that killer sample and a rawness that is lost in a lot of modern production. 'Dispositions' as an album showcases all this in style and also his diversity as a producer with his ability to span sub genres with ease.' Kasra Critical, 2016

The EP is a limited edition vinyl release, grab them while you can..... DJ Support: Andy C / Ray Keith / Nicky Blackmarket / Kenny Ken / Vapour / Lion Fire/Friction/ Bladerunner

* LTD EDITION EP with free CD of full DREADUK28CD included *
* Ray Keith presents 'Dub Dread 5 Sampler' - this is a 4 track EP, which has been supported by major Drum and Bass djs worldwide: DJ Friction, Ray Keith, Nicky Blackmarket, Kenny Ken, Randall, Bryan G, Frost, Fabio, Grooverider,
Andy C.
* This is taken from the compilation series to show case the Dread artist roster, the latest volume of which is a 40 track mix cd.
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* extensive : the 360 show - every thurs hosted by Ray Keith playing an array of forthcoming releases on Dread and hot new tunes to the jungle fans worldwide. Also ezm.radio ! Play Annie Mac, Toddla T, Rob da Bank, Friction, Crissy Criss.

a) Deeper Love (Bladerunner VIP) - With our mvp making this anthem excel with a classic beginning and rolling soulful vibe along side some fantastic sound scapes, Bladerunner proves he is one of the top and hot remixers of our time 10/10 fantastic production and mix.

b) Deeper Love (Margaman mix) -This darker and deep more sinister version with half step beat takes a twist and oh my days when the bass kicks in the dance floor and walls will shake, welcome to Dread recordings 'Margaman watch out for his debut ep and release.

c) Deeper Love (Mystic Trip/Nautilus mix)- Well this you fellow has rolled the remix in a great liquid style, great use of the original with his own imprint and stamp.

d) Deeper Love (Mr. Explicit) - Well what can we say, this mix is bass heavy and great production - massive anthem and one of the best club mixes with a soulful but deadly effect on the dance floor.

* All tracks are receiving radio support from Friction (Radio 1), Ray Keith, Fabio, Grooverider, Brockie, Bailey, J J Frost, Bryan G, Hype (Kiss FM), Nicky Blackmarket & Heist.

Andre Sobota - or, as you probably know him better, Brazilian drum and bass star Bungle - delivers an extraordinary EP following on from his input to the 31 Recordings Future Beats album last year. Bungle has been at the forefront of the Drum & Bass scene for almost 10 years now, with timeless releases such as Astral Travel on Soul:R, has also had contributions to other labels including Critical Music, CIA & Hospital Records.

Get ready to be blown away by Bungle's outstanding production levels. Yet another future classic to be added to the 31 Recordings back catalogue.

New VA EP on Noisia's prestigious Invisible imprint. Featuring a much awaited track by London based Italian Disprove, Russian duo Abstract Elements are back, Survey go in deep and another cheesy one from Subtension.

* Over ten years in the game and with almost a century of releases under its belt from the likes of Alix Perez, June Miller, Need For Mirrors, Digital, Data and many more, Horizons look to Europe for their next installment fresh for Spring 2016.

* Hailing from Italy and the Netherlands respectively, Dabs and Nymfo have established themselves in recent years driving their polished productions through an array of labels including Dispatch, Critical and Metalheadz. Now joining forces they bring 'Enchanter' to Horizons, a dark brooding slice of tech-stepping drum & bass designed with one thing in mind.

* Keeping things in a similar vein Dabs goes solo on 'Thematic' as he drops a rolling break from the off before some driller-killer bass meets us and sends us deep into the rabbit hole. Watch this set a club alight, seriously monstrous drum & bass.

* Spirit is a bone fide legend within the world of D&B and most famous for being himself and himself with Digital, as 'Digital & Spirit'.

* Author of some of the biggest hits within the scene, like 'Phantom Force', 'Remote Control', 'Raygun' and 'Solitaire', he even co-wrote 'John, Im only Dancing' with David Bowie.

* Inspired by the techno sounds of Detroit, you're bound to like this EP. A lot.

* This is Spirit's 2nd outing for Commercial Suicide. This one is way better than the first and we're glad he's returned to the stable for another canter.

* Long live Spirit, he's a good lad.

* It is with pleasure that we welcome back Heist into the Headz camp. He has created the Violent Rain EP and every track across the project is special. With the EP he has really flexed his creative muscle and showed attention to detail, the themes stretch from dark and hard to deep and rolling and each track holds it's own.

* 100 records deep and Shogun come with one of its most prestigious releases to date marking the occasion true to form. Staggered across 4 EP's over several months alongside UK- European-Australia/NZ tour, Shogun 100 celebrates with an inspired range of new music from the entire label roster as well as guest appearances from Shogun associates who have released, performed and partied alongside them over the last 11 years.

* Part 2 of Shogun 100 ups the ante with a heavy audio assault from Germany's Phace who delivers trademark tech of the highest order whilst Shogun's own Joe Ford brings an 80's air on his guitar-led dance floor gem, 'Time Is Limited'. Men of the moment Ivy Lab turn SpectraSoul's already glowing 'Glimpse' into liquid gold and Proxima goes industrial to finish us off on the outrageous techno-hinged 'Sens8'.


* 'We are delighted to have reached our one hundredth release on Shogun audio, when Friction started the label in his front room back in 2004 we could have never imagined we would still be here 100 releases down the line! To celebrate we've pulled together a fantastic package of music from the existing Shogun roster and from our friends and family within the scene that we have been lucky enough to work with over the years. We can't wait to share it with the Shogun faithful.... and yes we are already working hard on the next one hundred releases! Enjoy!'
K-Tee, Shogun Audio label co-owner

Four more serious jungle cuts from Persian, effortlessly merging the new and old."Choose the Sword" (Dub Refix) is a quality jungle take on the classic "Baby Cart"films, combining samurai film fx and vocal samples with squelchy synth and propulsive think break. "Give I Strength" and "Too Young" are two choice dubwise cuts, with classic ragga vocals and heavy bass. Finally, "Hitchi Hogan" takes those amens and weighty bass and slows things down to a more hardcore/breaks tempo (130bpm), mixing in dreamy techno pads and acid along the way.

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* Commix is back and it's a very welcome return. The duo were the most revered of the second wave Headz acts, they had cross genre appeal and the album 'Call To Mind' was universally acclaimed. The duo then went their separate ways and worked in other genres.

* Now Commix is back as the single production moniker of George Levings.

* Generation EP1 is a collection of tracks that were previously unavailable on vinyl and obviously very much in demand, we're talking classics that are now immortalised on wax. Alongside SpectraSoul's 'Justified Remix' and 'Painted Smile' we have 'Generation', a brand new track that is a return to form.

* The sanctity of the rave has been broken - an ill form of audio has infiltrated the dance, sliding seductively across eardrums and spilling down spines to deliver a vision of a future saturated by fear. The DYSTOPIA EP has landed, delivered by Russian trio GYDRA and set to compel restless kinetic nights under its foreboding and sinister influence.

* Title track DYSTOPIA sets an unnerving tone with an epic cinematic opening full of dark awe, before delivering a crushing amen barrage. Despite the overwhelming strength of the overlords, INSURRECTION delivers a powerful gut-punch to the system, the product of the illusive plans of the SECRET SOCIETY - skulking into the dance with heads down and emitting enticing pulsations. The gates of the MEGAPOLIS will fall in the face of the uprising and the pure might of their low frequency weapons, making way for A NEW DAWN of hope, built on firm neurofunk foundations.

* BAD TASTE RECORDINGS are on a run of pure fire in 2016, so far having delivered hard-hitting and already acclaimed releases from rising entities Malux and Agressor Bunx. With their 3rd release of the year, they issue a vision of the future with undeniable intent ñ the site of this revolution wonít be quickly forgotten.

UKF - "The Austrian super-duo have done it again!
Mistajam BBCR1 "Strong & bold release. All about the melody"
* This vinyl product features all 15 album tracks across two pieces of vinyl.*Camo & Krooked are back with their new album "Zeitgeist". Two years on and the follow up to "Cross The Line' truly encapsulates the sound of Camo & Krooked 2.0. Already seeing heavyweight DJ support from across the board, "Zeitgeist" is jam-packed with disco, French house and minimal influences, which are merged together with the signature Camo & Krooked sound to form an awe-inspiring 15-track package. The album also features key collaborations with fellow Hospital star Metrik and Norwegian indie-electronic duo Lemâitre* Kicking things off is the epic 'Turn Back The Time' which introduces us into this brave new world of sultry synths, sharp beats and disco-influenced aesthetics which form the backbone of the album. Then we have the familiar sounds of the ever-catchy undulating white noise of 'All Night' and dancefloor detonator 'Move Around (ft. Ian Shaw)'. Watch out for other gems including 'Aurora (ft. Metrik)' with its epic trance-like soundscape, the soulful sounds of 'Loving You Is Easy', the enticing and experimental "Ruhepuls" and collaborative smasher 'Dreamcatcher (ft. Lemaitre)' with its fidgety beats and infectiously upbeat vibe.* Expect the unexpected as Camo & Krooked continue to push the boundaries with their impressive opus, "Zeitgeist". Like all the best albums, "Zeitgeist" makes sense as a whole and should be enjoyed from start to finish. 

* The legendary EZ Rollers return to the fore once more to drop one of the biggest room shakers of 2013 as only they know how. With a bassline large enough to move mountains this had LTJ Bukem all over it from the off. A lesson in drum & bass design from one of the most influential production outfits the scene has to offer.
* 'Riverside' flexes hard and heavy with solid b-line that thumps from the off over a skanking break that sets the mood perfectly. Cool percussion and instrumentation ensure this one holds on and never lets go for a future thinking slice of goodlooking greatness.

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Ltd 2016 Repress, pressed on marble effect 12" Vinyl.


Samurai Music returns to the dance floor with another sought after EP release from Seattle, USA based producer Homemade
Weapons and Toronto, Canada based Gremlinz.
Homemade Weapons aka Andre Delgado may be a relatively new name to some but he has been making music in one form or
another for many years, and trust us when we tell you, you will be hearing a lot more from this extremely talented individual and his
totally original take on this music.
Gremlinz aka Gabriel Au is a beloved veteran of the drum and bass scene with regular releases on the likes of Renegade Hardware,
Metalheadz, Cylon, 31 Records and more. His signature style has been a constant on dancefloors for over 10 years, and his debut
(Bloom) for Samurai on the Horo compilation 'Scope' alongside Reza is a favourite from the album for many. Both artists are now
close affiliates of Samurai Music and we will be working closely with them in the future.
'After Dark' is a collaboration between the 2 producers featuring Toronto dancehall artist Collinjah on vocals. A mammoth dance floor
favourite with the likes of Dub Phizix, Doc Scott, Loxy, dBridge, Presha and Friction who debuted it on his BBC Radio 1 show.
Rounding out this 12" is another collaboration from the 2 producers '11th Hour'. A reduced, focused drum attack that works as an
essential DJ weapon with it's dominating ride.
It's plain to see with this release that the Samurai Music camp is continuing to set the pace for truly innovative productions both on
the dance floor and off.

* The Phoenix EP plays like a sonic interpretation of the famed Greek fable.

* Opening with '21', the hatchling of the pack is a staggering but determined riddim laced with claustrophobia inducing low end, this particular cut wants to be in the cocoon of enthusiast clubs reminiscent of London's Plastic People. Grade 'A' nourishment for times that call for heads-down, demon exorcising over hands in the air euphoria.

* Arising from the ashes of the preceding cut, 'No Face', is a majestic soaring beast. From hereon in, the Phoenix EP takes flight to shed light on what grime can be if rebirthed in 2016. No starry eyed, retrospective, throwback riddims in sight.

* Joker is often adopted by the zeitgeist genres of sound system culture but his own perspective on his output has always been more esoteric. The phoenix EP represents a further delve into his psyche. Undoubtedly, his sonic palette includes Grime, R&B, Yuzo Koshiro, N.E.R.D and Hans Zimmer however, beyond these prominent influences lie weirder and at times arguably more mundane elements which form the building blocks of the works of one of the most vivid sonic architects of this generation.

* Joker will be touring USA in May this year.
Watch this space for an LP, rumoured to be 60% completion.