#8 Feat. Banner in Drum & Bass

Dispatch Recordings proudly presents a long-awaited return to drum and bass for Cern, as he marks his return to the label with the "Desire Path EP." Known for his dark and brooding take on the genre, veteran Cern delivers five richly textured, rolling, deep cuts on this impressive, varied EP. The drum-heavy title track "Desire Path" reveals a tense, rugged journey through spacial soundscapes punctured with precision drum edits. The EP balances dark and light throughout, each track revealing a different side to Cern's atmospheric productions.

Cern

#16 Feat. New Releases in Drum & Bass

Making his debut for Dispatch Recordings, Adred joins the fellow NYC based Dave Owen for a North American linkup of epic proportions. The "Break Away EP" brings together two producers on top form, as they deliver deeply atmospheric, spacious music, full of rugged drums, epic atmosphere and a dark brooding energy that ties the four tracks on offer together. Serious drum work and dynamic progressive bass twist throughout this impressive collaborative EP. Each tune packs huge dancefloor impact whilst delivering the kind of depth and texture to provide a journey for the listener.

Dave Owen, Adred

#35 Feat. New Releases in Drum & Bass

The "Jericho EP" is packed with minimal funk and upfront energy from Dunk, who delivers four gritty heaters with infectious grooves and serious dancefloor appeal. Crisp drums and tough stepping beats meet weighty bass modulation and gritty bottom-end throughout, as Dunk demonstrates his ability to maximise the impact of carefully crafted minimal rollers.

Dunk

#69 Feat. Staff Picks in Drum & Bass

Two producers well-known for their unique take on drum and bass join forces for this debut collaboration and meeting of styles - NC-17 and Dub Head deliver a killer debut collaboration as they fix aim and "Open Fire" with the statement track "Minimal or Lazy" in their sights. Unmistakable funk and bottom-end impact drive each intricately balanced slice of pure drum and bass dynamics, with each track demonstrating the talent on show in this well-matched and promising combination of producers. Those familiar with the solo work of this pairing will know just what to expect, if you're new to then you're in for a real treat.

NC-17, Dub Head