Tag Archives: Drum and Bass

Strad : Atomic Tonic [iD.071]

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“A tonic is usually referred to as a means to invigorate and build one up. But in order to prepare a tonic, one needs to break down its components first, to grind them up, mix them into one another, give the whole lot a boil and let it reduce on a slow simmer.

On his aptly titled iD.EOLOGY debut, Strad concocts his own brew of complex flavours with a vitalizing effect. He splits, cuts and chops Jazz, Funk and Hiphop down into their basic essentials, and re-composes the pieces according to his own taste. A shot of Lounge goes in for extra smoothness, as well as a tablespoon each of Electronica and Drum’n’Bass to add some spice.

Strad’s final blend has an overall dark, earthy tone, a texture like velvet and a silky shine. And being the connoisseur you are, its rich and deep aroma will keep you intrigued and entertained for almost an hour. Rest assured, though, that its inspiring and refreshing influence will last with you for a whole lot longer.”

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Format: 12 x File, Album, MP3, 320 kbps; FLAC
Released: 1 Oct 2012
Style: Trip Hop, Drum and Bass, Hip Hop

Marc Atmost : Farewell Note [stasis013]

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Marc Atmost surprises with this EP in two ways. On the one hand he delivers us a great drum and bass EP – on the other he seems to say goodbye to producing music. Unaware about the reason, we are stunned about the decision of this gifted artist.

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Format: 4 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps
Released: 15 Sep 2012
Style: Drum and Bass

Zengineers : Unoriginals [iD.069]

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“’The original’ and ‘originality’ are two similar sounding terms with yet entirely different meanings. One denotes something unique, the first piece of its kind while the other stands for ingenuity. As different as the two words may seem at first glance, there still is a hidden connection between them.

On their already sixth album on iD.EOLOGY, Zengineers let their inquiring minds run wild. Carefully they disassemble the originals of various netaudio-artists from Entertainment for the Braindead and Tracing Arcs to Monokle, Dub One! and some others into their constituent parts, analyse their multiple interactions and set out on a search for the soul of the tracks – as well as their own. The erotic elegance of salsa, the cool yearning of independent pop, the psychedelic intricacy of electronica and all the other moods, vibes and attitudes that Zengineers find at the heart of the tracks, they then transport out of their original contexts, un-originalise them, and blend them with their very own, multi-layered drum’n’bass beats that range from liquid and subtle to cutting and banging.

The result is a mixture that is far more than one sweeping, constantly varying stream of new musical detail and niceties, references and impressions. It is also a piece of applied, audible philosophy: the unique nature of both people and music arises from the ingenious combination of the most different elements from the most different original sources. What creates personality is the synergy of original and originality. Found the connection! The soul is a remix!”

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Format: 4 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps
Released: 15 Sep 2012
Style: Drum and Bass

Jammin J : Something Special EP [ABAGAFREE015]

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“This is Jammin J‘s debut EP on ABAGA Records. The title track starts the EP with a drum & bass stomper for the dancefloor, and the tracks that follow keep that upbeat vibe, utilizing jungle breaks, lush chords, sax and guitar, and leave your speakers truly dusted off by the massive sub-lines. His releases on Extent Recordings, Nerve and 3 Roots Audio have already proven his great production abilities, and this EP furthers that reputation.”

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Format: 4 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps
Released: 27 Feb 2012
Style: Drum and Bass, Jungle

Er.iC : Unke / Return of the Wobble Bass [PNR0009]

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“On the PN release Nr. 9 Er.iC lets his roots show once again. With ‘Return of the Wobble Bass’ he delivers a bassline that promises us fun times on the floor like we used to have during the heydays of jump-up, but not without putting it into a very contrary context. Surrounded by psychedelic elements the tune is an absolute enrichment to any set, no matter how deep, liquid or neuro it might be. Everything goes, and that’s exactly what you’ll notice when listening to this piece of music.

With ‘Unke’ (German for ‘toad’) Rostock’s wunderkind Er.iC achieved what many have tried before: a minimal adaptation of Drum’n’Bass. The ingenious mixture of abstract beats, uncommon arrangements and a fun bass is what lets ‘Unke’ become a true Frog King. Once kissed on the dancefloor the track unfurls its beauty and does not only enchant the ladies with a minimal lightness that you haven’t heard before.”

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Format: 2 x File, EP, FLAC
Released: 2007
Style: Drum and Bass

Eschaton : Re-Translations EP [Omnizero7]

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“Label owner Eschaton releases his next free EP featuring 5 remixes that have been knocking around for a while now. Infinite Sloth provides his unique take on Persian Flight, a track previously released on net label Materializm, while Eschaton himself undertakes the remixing duties on 2 tracks from the Russian producer Mr.Dee as well as a skippy electro-fuelled atmospheric journey with Shadow Boxerz’s Advert Break and a tearing amen workout that oozes elements of jazz-funk with Greenleaf’s You Have To hit Them.”

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Format: 5 x File, EP, Various formats
Released: 25 Feb 2012
Style: Drum and Bass, Trip Hop

Denney : Make It Funk EP [ABAGAFREE013]

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“Denney brings us some atmospheric and dark drum and bass with an old school vibe on his ABAGA Records debut. With powerful sub-basslines and a mixture of warm keys and well placed samples, he achieves a menacing but enjoyable atmosphere.”

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Format: 3 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps
Released: 3 Oct 2011
Style: Drum and Bass, Jungle

Various Artists : Drum’n’Bass Das Ruas do Brasil Para O Mundo [TBCD001]

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Tranzmitter Breakz, the new sublabel of Tranzmitter Records Netlabel, is inaugurated with a great compilation. Drum’n’Bass Das Ruas do Brasil Para O Mundo is a collection of finest Brazilian Drum and Bass!

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Format: 16 x File, Compilation, MP3, 320 kbps; other formats available
Released: 16 Aug 2011
Style: Drum and Bass, Jungle

Numbed : Chapter I [Kreislauf 107]

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Numbed a.k.a. Da Enemy is Ralf Rögner from Selb, Germany. He’s a producer of electronic music since 1989. He has dedicated his creativity mainly to drum and bass. Chapter I is is a smooth three track EP.

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Format: 3 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps
Released: 28 Aug 2011
Style: Drum and Bass

Sublime Porte : Red Apple Remixes [SP10]

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“After Oblivion Garden’s more experimental ep, Sublime Porte houses a new dub techno cut with Red Apple, featuring a number of remixes in various styles.

The original track would work as a strong set opener, and is very logically put in first place : it’s dub tech action at its finest, with the usual mid-track break, great filter work and a keen sense of groove. Lush reverberated chords and a ghostly hihat-snare combo completes the picture. A very appropriate track for the summer.

Hakan Finn takes a radically different direction, with a broken dubstep-like rhythm, built around a stepping kick and beautiful nautical percussions. It is also more reduced than the original, and while the chords are recognizable, they are neatly wrapped around the kick drum for maximum effect.

Beto Narme goes even further into dubstep territory, with a remix that kicks in at a steady 136 bpm. His very percussive style is here matched with a lot of talent to warm house-alike pads and gritty chords to much effect. With it’s broken structure and great sense of rhythm, this is one remix that will work wonders in the club.

Taking a more submarine approach, with bubbly sounds and long reverbs, Subsky‘s remix sets a very relaxed, chilled out mood, despite the upbeat rhythm and very smart construction. Joined halfway by a beautiful Rhodes-like pattern, this remix is definitely the housier of the bunch.

Finally, the Flatliners remix takes the drum n’bass route, providing a very refreshing take on the original, bringing back a lot of memories of good old jungle records, mixed with the warm dub-like sensibility of the original track, keeping a very roots bassline and spring-reverbed chords layed over classy vocals. The most surprising track of the release for sure…”

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Format: 5 x File, EP, MP3, 320 kbps; 5 x File, EP, WAV
Released: Aug 2011
Style: Dub Techno, Dubstep, Deep House, Drum and Bass