Causa returns to Infernal Sounds for his debut solo release, after his previous two outings in collaboration with Shu (IFS003) and as part of the VA Crimson LP (IFS025). This time he presents two standout tracks, and a strong message to go alongside. With the world requiring more sustainability and less waste, this record has been created with the most measures possible to create a greener record - The 12" are made in a completely climate-neutral way, the material having been recycled, all unavoidable Co2 emissions have been offset, the cardboard/centre labels are either FSC approved or via recycled means, and even the artwork has been made with all of this in mind, using minimal ink work and a restricted colour pallet to limit the amount of waste throughout.
Not only that, but the two tracks on the 12" absolutely slap, radiating that trademark Causa swampy-sound. 'Haiy' kicks off the proceedings with a reverberating lead before plunging you into a frenzy of mid-range madness, and bass-curdling pressure. 'Untitled R V3 C' has been a long sought after dubplate, having done the rounds for a few years. It's a proper groovy, swinger, providing you with pure invigoration.
Wraz is back on Deep, Dark, & Dangerous! "Annunaki" shows the incredible progression in Wraz's production skills over the last 2.5 years.
The Annunaki, ancient mesopotamian gods and goddesses (who some believe are actually extraterrestrial beings come to earth), are perfectly encapsulated by Wraz's fusion of "ancient" influences, phrygian harmony and organic orchestral textures with futuristic electronic sound design.
The 6 track EP is a detailed journey through the Wraz sound. Huge crunchy driving basslines, big kicks, clever percussion, overlaid with orchestral elements and progressions which are a nod to Wraz's formal training as a classical composer and conductor.
Sometimes the orchestral takes over completely, "Relics" could equally come from a film score as an EP on Deep, Dark & Dangerous... but instead of the end credits, the melodies cleverly lead into the next track on the release. Overall the EP is a ride you don't want to miss. Essential for listening, DJing and collecting.
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.'
Deep Heads in association with Dubstar records are proud to present the 2021 Remaster, Vinyl edition special, of the seminal album ‘My Sound’ by Dubstep legend Kromestar.
Originally released in 2009, with high critical acclaim, the record is no doubt one of Kromestar’s most celebrated and recognised albums he’s ever created. An absolutely timeless collection of music, the album was groundbreaking at the time and still holds up as a quality album from start to finish in 2021.
This is golden era Dubstep at its best and the Dub in the step is ever-present throughout. You can hear Kromestar poured his heart and soul into this album and understandable it’s such a well-known record.
The original pressing was a sell-out and a very sought-after record going for some very high prices on Discogs. This re-master and pressing are extremely limited edition and no doubt will be another total sell-out.
The whole vibe of this album was made for Vinyl and bass frequencies are cut to absolute perfection by the wizard known as Beau Thomas @ Ten Eight Seven. The re-mastering shines a light on these beautiful sub-low offerings and the pressing will be immaculate.
All pressed at MPO France & presented on 4x12 inch slabs of wax in a beautiful 4 pack sleeve. It's going to look insane! - Please note that we had to change the sleeve from Gatefold to 4 pack box set because we were advised the gatefold would not hold the 4 vinyls. Apologies to anyone expecting the gatefold.
On this special vinyl edition are 2 bonus tracks included on the last plate. First, there is ‘Jasmine’ which is another classic Kromestar recording that is VINYL ONLY. No digital on this. Then there is unreleased ’Shakras’ that is a brand new Kromestar production that is a fresh 2021 Krome piece of music that is simply incredible.
Leeds based UKG Peaky Beats follows up a killer release on Breaks N Pieces and self-released collaborative EP with Highrise with four cuts of ragga-tipped Dub that show a different sonic side to the typically lairy producer. It also comes complete with a remix from aya, the artist behind one of last year's most impressive tapes - I’m Hole.
LOTR-inspired ‘Helms Deep’ is a melodic battlecry; what would have been played when the Rohan army defeated Sauron’s forces had 140bpm dubstep existed within Tolkien’s fantasy world - haunting, meditative and deadly. ‘Shire Steppin’ makes clever use of stripped-back production with oddball samples and reggae-inspo that inspires mental images of hobbits smoking around a fire. What was in Gandalf’s pipe anyway?
‘Turn Up’ maintains the cemented minimal aesthetic, this time with a more tribal approach than ragga; swirling atmospherics soar overhead before screw-face dubs and heavy bass-weight invites the contemplative darkness across the threshold. Heady electronic and tribal traditions continue on ‘Greywind’ with more ragga-tipped goodness best played at 4am through the early morning haze.
Aya’s remix is typically brilliant - remaining at 140bpm, a standout producer of 2021 delivers a devastating, roughly chopped cut of malfunctioning dubstep - a percussive and experimental masterclass through light and dark.
Now on limited CMYK splatter vinyl! Debut single for another hugely tipped young London based producer on the legendary R&S record label, showcasing that the label is once again a serious force to be reckoned with. James Blake is making some of the most startlingly original music to have emerged from London in 2010. In between studying Popular Music at Goldsmiths and writing a debut album that will take a lot of people by surprise, he has released amazing singles on Hemlock & Hessle, pushing the boundaries of what is expected of ‘dubstep’ music. "CMYK" is a club anthem in the making and one of the most in demand tracks on the dubstep scene. The further three tracks take a more introspective approach, and aren’t strictly aimed at the dancefloor, but are equally heavy tracks that drip with funk and reveal themselves fully after repeated listens.
* 1 PER CUSTOMER ONLY. ANY MULITPLE COPIES OR ORDERS WILL BE CANCELLED AND REFUNDED *
On the Edge records are proud to present the repressing of the stone cold classic ‘St Martin / Tension’ from one of the label’s most celebrated artists, Djrum. The original pressing was only Djrum’s second release, back in 2010 and he has since become one of the UK’s most influential producers and DJs.
Produced in 2009 entirely from samples, a wide range of influences are elegantly explored across the record. Dub, Techno, and garage tropes from the post-dubstep era meet more esoteric sounds from jazz, modern classical, and avantgarde music.
'St Martin’ on the A Side is nothing short of an absolute masterpiece. Clocking almost 10 minutes, it’s a journey of sounds produced and arranged to the highest order. The sub bass is bursting through the low end, giving warmth and power to balance the delicate percussion and blissful melodics. On the flip is ‘Tension’: another classic Djrum track that runs over 8 and a half minutes of impressive production continuing a similar linage as ‘St Martin’, only with an eerier atmosphere and that all important Djrum trail of thought that is placed somewhere far from this earth.
Djrum’s music has since been released on a variety of prominent labels, ranging from R&S and Illian Tape to Samurai and Ninja Tune.
This repress comes for the first time with a full artwork sleeve. Designed by Greek/Spanish artist Sofia Lambrou, the beautiful presentation elevates the record to the minimal psychedelic majesty it deserves.
A future proofed masterpiece of hybrid rhythms, basslines and metallic funk created on a MPC3000 and recorded as live jams over many studio sessions in the Witness Rooms, Scotland.
The recipe is futuristic but the main ingredients come from the UK with subtle tastes of the West Coast and Detroit. This new LP holds off the retro rave appeal keeping this record placed well into the years ahead.
The Sell_By_Date LP, is undeniably Landstrumm laced with his signature sound and vibe.
Double Vinyl and Digital release with 3 bonus tracks.
It's been a few years since Gemmy returned with a release, but he's back in business with a brand new 12 on Infernal Sounds. Entering the imprint on the milestone 30th release, this is a record of pure character and old-school licks that you'd be more than accustomed to if you've listened to the purple-laced producer in previous years. 'Irreversible Culture' kicks things off with a rough and tough low end kick and step, layering that ultimate groove and steppers delight. 'Destination' opens up the B-Side business, taking the direction a little lighter with nimble percussion, progressive mid-range tones, elevating you higher with a playful drum-pattern and vocal-snip mastery. RSD comes bounding in on the B2 remix of 'Irreversible Culture', showing just why he's one of the most lauded producers around, still to this day. The veteran takes the original track and spins it into a deep, dark 2-step roller, giving you those minimal and garage style undertones on the low-end driver. The release has already received heavy support from the likes of Bandulu Gang (Hi5Ghost, Boofy, Kahn & Neek), Joker, Neffa-T and many more reputable DJs.
Lapo & Ago (Numa Crew) are back to Moonshine Recordings after almost four years since their amazing 'Dub Searcher EP' got released. You can expect some serious weight on this 3-track Ep from the infamous Italian duo.
A pair of tunes that sit at an interesting place in the history of dub reflective arts. Conceived and released in the post-Burial Mix vacuum, but prior to the modern alliance of Dub Techno with true Dubstep. In short, a record that would be seen as the moment of that sea change had it not been so underground.
Short lived collab between 6Blocc, LA’s reigning king of the Jungle, and U-Ome (Aka Eddie Funkster of Mo’Funk fame). Two cuts of fierce Roots-n-Riddim Dubstep.
Riddim master Stereotyp takes on two giants of the Dancehall world, Sizzla and Daddy Freddy, by way of a remix of and Al-Haca Soundsystem tune with the former, and Meesha Remixing him and the latter. a global dub-summit on 7 inches of wax.
a1. Al-Haca ft Sizzla - Break The Silence (Stereotyp Remix)
b1. Stereotyp & Al-Haca ft Daddy Freddy - One A Name Hittas (Meesha Remix)
South3rn opens the vault with “Fully Loaded": Spooky in an Upsetter vs. The Vampire way with a reverb drenched, echo heavy skank. `Muslim Dub` is pure string steppiness with lush, clean riffing & toasting.
Longtime Bass providers D-Operation Drop join Navy Cut for NC017. This 3-track EP from the Italian producers is packed with Bass, sub energy, detailed mids & crisp highs.
BONUS DIGITAL TRACK “Monojoe” for vinyl purchasers. Email: label@navycut.co.uk
The follow-up compilation from the 10-year celebration back in 2017 continues along with the same energy that Smokin' Sessions are so well known for, offering floaty and uplifting productions with detailed beat work, along with that all-important heavy serving of lower frequencies.
We hear some absolute classics from names such as Djrum, Geode, Versa & Rowl, Escapism Refuge, Occult, Mercy, and some newcomers to the label in the form of Marenn Sukie & Synpal. There are 5 exclusive, unreleased tracks in total. 2 stunners from Synkro, 1 from Biome, and another 2 from Synpal. Some seriously impressive productions throughout.
The lineage takes us right back to early works, right up until the present day, and showcases some phenomenal music. Its unmistakably Smokin' Sessions and the tracks selected are some of the finest offerings the label has released over its extensive history.
For this incredible Vinyl sampler we hear the 2 exclusive tracks from Synkro ‘Intersection’ & ‘Movere’, Biome’s track ‘Tired’ and a previous gem titled ‘Reiki’ from Synpal.
One of the all-time great hubs of soundsystem culture and musical free-thinking, it was only a matter of time before Bristol had DNO Records in its grasp. A quadruple threat from the city’s Young Echo collective members, rappers Manonmars and Bogues join forces with revered producers Ishan Sound and Neek on the ‘Burning Paper’ EP, broadening the expansive horizons of DNO further still.
This time, the dish of the day is experimental rap four ways. Opener ‘Cool Runnings’ finds Ishan Sound and Neek on an upfront tip, strapping titanium beats to unruly 808 low-end that leans towards the signature slides of drill. With the battleground set, Manonmars flexes cut-throat bars, switching up to double time for the final coup de grâce.
On ‘Nuke The Threat’, Ishan Sound slows the pace, bringing in eerie chimes that tumble forth behind Manonmars methodical slur, while ‘Skinhead Chick’ — a four-way bout — continues to drop the tempo, descending from weed-induce fuzz into full codeine blur. Here, both MCs’ pitched-down vocals form a layer of sludge around sparse, creeping hats — it’s uncomfortably dark and evil but oh-so addictive.
Final masterpiece cut ‘Burning Paper’ is not so much chopped and screwed as plunged and drowned. An Ishan Sound & Neek beat gurgles below the surface as Bogues and Manomars deliver lyrical craftsmanship and precise bars on smoking, the grind and girls amidst a haze of bong rips and horrorcore weirdness. The first DNO release that primed for home-listening release as well as doing damage over a system, the ‘Burning Paper’ EP is out on the 25th of February 2022.
Rhythms of postmodern realism at the very bottom of the DNO.
a1. Manonmars x Ishan Sound & Neek - Cool Runnings
WRDubs return afresh in 2022 with a transatlantic twofer.
Up on side A is Brighton (UK) based bassbin botherer MISFIT known to many in his hometown for his tireless efforts supporting underground music on local radio and in local club The Volks. 'Katana' impressed us with a mystical melody that floats like fragrant smoke over a steely chassis of weighty growling bass and militant half-step drums. Strict and sharp but still sounding soulful. This one skanks AND slaps.
Flip to the AA where we are proud to reveal the addition of LA-based low-key legend OXOSSI to our humble catalogue. Following a thought-provoking voice discussing creative struggles and strategies, 'Frantic''s punchy restless riddim will have soundboys & gals bouncing through the ceiling. With an urgent energy, super-sharp production, lush layers and foreground frequencies few can touch, you'll be left gasping for air.
Jonic coast soundboys collective Butu Yard debut on the label with Good Ova Evil, an ode to positivity tuned on notes of freedom, cadenced on a halftime rhythm. A 150 bpm dubstep tune spreading echoes of hope from southern steppas, with Sativa Club maintaining the late-night pressure on the flip.
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