Cesco returns to 1985 Music with ‘Rattler EP’ a 5 digital track collection representing his take on 140 and 170bpm bass music.
Title track ‘Rattler’ sets the pace in the form of an uncharacteristically aggressive dnb opener. Leading on to his 2 featured collaborations in the project - ‘El Guapo’ with fellow label mate and 140 ally Drone and ‘Esoteric’ with emerging new dnb talent, En:vy. ‘Juan40’ is a desired DJ weapon which rattles any sound system into a frenzy. Closing the collection is (digital only) ‘Pity’ a stripped back roller which grows as the layers echo through the track.
Bredren present ‘Grim Reaper EP’ on 1985 Music. 4 diverse tracks brought together by the Belgian trio which showcases their love of progressive drums and experimental synths.
Manchester’s Metrodome makes his debut on 1985 Music with his weird but wonderful ‘Manchester Since 1994 EP’. This 4 track collection celebrates the best of the UK rave sound and choppy beats.
“The making of this EP came from my obsession with old skool rave music! I have been a record collector and DJ since I was 4 years old and I grew up around music, ravers and DJs.
My dad told me the only way to get me to sleep was to put on Marcus Intalex and Mark XTC's 'Da Intalex' show on Pirate Radio station Kiss 102 FM back around 1995/1996.
This EP is dedicated to 4 year old me who loved Photek, Tom & Jerry, Orbital and Aphex Twin.
1985 Music presents the first part of its brand new V/A series - Codex. Celebrating the best in 140/dubstep this 4 track EP brings tracks from Hijinx, Epoch, Ebb, and label boss Alix Perez.
Alix Perez returns with 'Wairua' EP a collection of 4 tracks on his own imprint - 1985 Music. After the success of his weighty 2 tracker in August last year, this EP takes us back to his earlier productions and his celebrated liquid sound.
Visages continue on their trajectory with this multi-tempo EP. Featuring lead single 'Lunar Eclipse' with see's Manchester's Strategy bounce his lyrics from 174 to 140, making it a DJ's favourite weapon. Title track 'Hagakure' calls on the help of fellow label mate Drone while Monty also joins in and adds his touch on 'Familiarity.'
2 leading labels in Drum & Bass link up on this exciting collaboration EP. Head honchos Alix Perez (1985 Music) and DLR (Sofa Sounds) showcase their precision production across the EP working together across all 4 tracks. Leading singles include 'Keep Up featuring pioneering MC - SP:MC and 'Blips' a certified DJ weapon for the new year.
Monty presents his debut album 'Hit The Lights' on 1985 Music. Flowing between sub-genres, this 16 track long-player showcases his variety and meticulous attention to detail. Featuring heavyweight collaborations with PAV4N, Strategy, Chimpo, Redeyes, and fellow label comrades Visages.
“If you deep listen to the album and take the time, you'll notice that every track is connected to each other, I really enjoy albums like this, tells more of a story as if the transitions are like turning a page in a book, or chapters. It was a challenge to do but worth it in the end.
The album was built from everything I love and learned in the last 10 years about bass music.” Monty
a1. Monty - ON
a2. Monty & Visages - Vibin’
a3. Monty - Cargo
a4. Monty & Alix Perez - Dreamer
b1. Monty - Walking Home
b2. Monty - Meet You There ft Chimpo
b3. Monty & Trail - Cinnamon
b4. Monty & Redeyes - Birdland
c1. Monty - Hit The Lights
c2. Monty - Ancient
c3. Monty & Visages - Hardware ft PAV4N & Strategy
Alix Perez returns with his first drum & bass release on the label since ‘Without End EP’ in 2020. This 2 track release rolls back to deeper roots exhibiting why he’s known as one of the most forward-thinking producers in the scene.
1985 Music celebrates 5 years with a collection of remixes from its impressive back catalog.
It’s been 5 years since the inception of 1985 Music and over that period it’s grown a family of exciting underground producers as well as a celebrated back catalog from artists new and old. With this release, the label remixes some key tracks from the archives.
a1. Alix Perez - Moving On ft Liam Bailey (Break Remix)
a2. Visages - About You ft Laville (Alix Perez 3 A.M Mix)
b1. Alix Perez - Melodrama (Sam Binga Under Water Garage Mix)
b2. Machinedrum - Braided Leaves (Visages Remix)
c1. Alix Perez - Trinity (Skeptical Remix)
c2. Bredren & T Man - Inferno (DLR Remix)
d1. Cesco - ABR (Monty Remix)
d2. Dogger, Mindstate, Anile & [ K S R ] - Don't Hurt Me (Re-work)
Alix Perez returns with his first drum & bass release on the label since ‘Without End EP’ in 2020. This 2 track release rolls back to deeper roots exhibiting why he’s known as one of the most forward-thinking producers in the scene.
Presenting ‘Migi EP’ from Los Angeles-based producer Tsuruda. We are very excited to welcome his first standalone release on the label showcasing his avant-garde electronics in this 4 track EP.
For us at 1985 Music, our Various Artists series are extremely important to us. It not only provides a great platform to celebrate music from a wide range of artists, it enables us to promote both veterans and newcomers in the scene, and to introduce them as part of our extended family.
We have had great success with our first series of VA releases called Edition, for which there were 3 parts. This year, we present our next Various Artists release, and it is named Atlas. This LP features both established artists and newcomers to the scene, as well as label staples and label newcomers. Atlas features Deft, Visages, Drone, Nymfo, Monty, Alix Perez, Echo Brown, Foreign Concept, Headland, Sfaire, DRS, Nymfo and of course, Eprom. Atlas is a journey through numerous styles and tempos, showcasing a group of the most talented artists in bass music today.
Presenting the stunning “Care & Consideration” EP from an artist that needs no introduction - Workforce. This EP is a masterclass in both Jungle music, and Drum’n’Bass music. Workforce’s understanding of groove, production and composition, and his many years of experience coupled with his inspirational work ethic are why he is truly one of the best producers around. Out on 28 May on vinyl and digital.
Presenting the Dark Guru EP from Toulouse’s favourite quartet - Visages. This is their 2nd EP on the label to date. Their deep melodic and dark sound has helped them to truly make their mark on the genre. Also unrestrained by tempo or genre, Visages are prone to writing at various bpm’s, as is evident in the dubstep (title) track Dark Guru. Visages have a special talent in creating music that is perfect for dancefloors, and for listening at home. No stone is left unturned in their compositions, and their style is truly unique. The Dark Guru EP is out on 30th April on vinyl and digital.
Welcoming back Monty with his F4DE EP. This is his 6th EP on the label, and truly showcases his signature style and sound. Monty is not not constrained by tempo or genre, as is evident in this EP with the dubstep track “Righteous”. Monty goes between hard and melodic, and has collaborated with dnb veteran Icicle on the track SVP. Out on 2nd April on vinyl and digital.
Presenting Alix Perez’s largest solo project since his second album in 2013. “Without End” is an 8 track journey through his exploration of soulful drum and bass - a sound Alix is renowned for. The EP includes collaborations with Liam Bailey, Workforce & Halogenix.
Welcoming Bristol based UK Dubstep afficionado Drone with his first release on the label - the “Evil Sky’ EP. Drone has made a name for himself as an integral part of the global soundsystem culture, and this EP is a testament to his unique and inimitable talent as a musician. The “Evil Sky” EP will be available on vinyl and digital on 12th March 2021.
After his hugely successful “Unite EP” in 2019, we are excited to present Fracture’s second EP on 1985 Music - the “Velocity EP”. It features the awe inspiring Nah Eeto on Shada Shada.
In August 2019, we released our second various artists EP, ‘Folio / 2’.
With this new release, we proudly present the third and final chapter of this particular VA EP series entitled ‘Folio / 3’. We have assembled a small group of our favourite artists for this 4 track release including Hyroglifics, Visages, label head Alix Perez, and long standing dnb aficionados Halogenix and Workforce. Available on 6th November 2020 on vinyl and digital.
Presenting Alix Perez’s largest solo project since his second album in 2013. “Without End” is an 8 track journey through his exploration of soulful drum and bass - a sound Alix is renowned for. The EP includes collaborations with Liam Bailey, Workforce & Halogenix.
Presenting the "About You" EP from Visages - Toulouse's favourite dnb quartet. Visages deliver 4 tracks of unapologetically refined music with this EP. The journey is impressive through all 4 tracks, which move seamlessly from one to the other. It features the renowned Laville on the title track, and includes a feature from Skylark on the sinister, melancholic minimal track 'Empire'. Visages' work ethic is unrivalled, and is apparent in this body of work. Out on 14th August on vinyl and digital.
The Time Is Yours - A year in the making, and Dogger & Mindstate’s return to 1985 Music.
After the brilliant response from their Broken Home E.P last year, Dogger & Mindstate have been working hard to make sure they achieve the high bar they set. This is a fantastically musical EP and is proof that hard work is the cornerstone to their ethos and beliefs. This EP also features the legendary vocalists DRS and Liam Bailey, as well as Anile and [ K S R ]. True to form, they have excelled themselves once again. Out 3 July On vinyl and digital.
Proudly presenting the 3rd instalment in our 'Edition' series - Edition 3 (Various artists LP). It includes tracks from Alix Perez, Machinedrum, Lordel, Deft, Visages, Monty, Ternion Sound, Drone, Cesco, and Bredren. In keeping with our ethos as a platform for multiple styles of music, this release spans tempos from 85-140-170 bpm. The artwork is a continuation of our previous releases, made by Sineater. This release will be available as a 3 piece vinyl set, and as digital.
Presenting the 2nd 140 bpm release from label head Alix Perez. The last 140 release sold out almost immediately, and has since found Alix headlining 140/dubstep nights in the capitol. Renowned for his ability to move seamlessly through tempos, Alix has produced another 4 track masterpiece, and features a collaboration with Headland. Will be available on 3/4/20 on a 2-piece (1 track per side) red vinyl, as well as digital.
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