When Alix Perez takes to the roundhouse stage for the closing set of his 1985 Music party in January, it’s a landmark moment or both...
Drum & Bass
1985 Music is one of the most consistently excellent labels in bass music. Helmed by drum & bass maestro Alix Perez, it’s not only survived but thrived since he moved to the other side of the world from its core fanbase, thanks to his laser-focused approach to A&R and design. Here, alongside a mix from Perez, Ben Hindle learns about his winning formula
The beloved British vocalist, producer and label founder leaves behind “an unmatched legacy”
Four fresh takes on the dubstep star's debut EP
The latest dance music takeover of the world-renowned arts centre
Rotterdam's IMANU crafts tracks and DJ sets that do away with genre, choosing instead to surf through styles, tempos and textures with a focus on emotional impact. Alongside a hair-raising Recognise mix, he speaks to Ben Hindle about changing up his production process, taking creative risks, and visualising his sound
Intimate parties with low cost tickets for "bocats on a budget"
Get acquainted with Necrotype, the UK jungle and drum & bass producer mixing hefty breaks and bass with spine-tingling synth melodies
Watch the video for the first single, 'Lucky', now
The ‘Incredible’ vocalist and the "First Lady of Drum 'n' Bass" have also dropped a video for the track
The party follows the drum & bass titan's previous residencies at the club
AMA & Sweetpea, Gambit and more head to London for the first party
With releases on labels including Critical, Deadbeats and Noisia’s VISION, to name but a few, gyrofield has fast become one of drum & bass’ most sought-after artists, though her sound stretches in numerous directions. Her detailed, gnarly yet emotionally vivid productions are a breath of fresh air in the scene, and continue to evolve sonically alongside their own personal growth. Here, alongside a bass-charged and genre-jumping 90-minute Recognise mix, she shares her story with Becca Inglis
A legend of the drum & bass and rave scene responsible for timeless iconography
The group are set to embark on a UK arena tour next year
Lloyd Coxsone, Mikey Dread, Dubplate Pearl, Don Letts, Mad Professor and Valerie V Rocket are all involved
The first volume of the drum & bass legend's ‘Irrational Numbers’ series is out now
Manchester's Bou is at the pinnacle of drum & bass' push for world domination. On a tour of his adopted hometown, Dave Jenkins discovers some of the people and places crucial to Bou’s rise, and gets to know an artist who, despite multiple anthems, headline performances, a major label deal, and more under his belt, remains grounded by his family, faith and passion for the music
Chronicling the group's rise to fame, hiatus, Ultra reunion show and contemporary releases
The track was first debuted at the band's sold-out London live show in March