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iDJREC055:
Badweed |
Give
it to Me b/w Kiss Kiss |
A.
Give it to me
Smooth vocals
over a high-energy drum track with snappy snares??? Give this
track to me! Badweed’s dnb remix of this club rnb club
smasher works in the ways only dnb can with the pumping bass
to get the floor moving. A funky percussive halftempo breakdown
standardly sets the tone for a bass-heavy drop and the return
to the running break that gets everyone in the club to “give
it up!”
AA. Kiss Kiss
Badweed’s
flipside offers up another rnb meets dnb rework that guarantees
both wide recognition and loads of footwork. The lead is absolutely
funky and complements the vocals perfectly. It seamlessly
comes to the front before bubbling down to give the song several
high-interest layers at all times. It’s tracks like
this that make me use the repeat feature on my mp3 player.
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iDJREC054:
Infraktus |
Rescue
Me b/w Distorted Reality |
A.
Rescue Me -
Infraktus
knows how to smooth it out, especially on “Rescue Me”.
Hypnotic vocals, sublime pads and some rhodes on reverb make
this one tick. Melanie’s voice flows over the beats
and soundscapes like a well-poured Guinness into a frosted
glass. Add “Rescue Me” to your list of reasons
why drum and bass is so much more than club music. (Not to
worry, Infraktus brings some of that too!)
AA. Distorted Reality
-
Infraktus
brings the futuristic vibe with Distorted Reality on the B-side.
The pads take on a serious role all the way to the drop which
is a total trip to outer space. The drums smack and the lead
synth wobbles each and every way. Best of all are the bass
stabs that hit the gut with all the right combinations, killer
instinct style. You can bet iDJR is looking forward to what
this talented and versatile artist has on deck next!
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iDJREC053:
Nick & Erina Z |
All
Down b/w
Slipping
into Blood
|
A.
All Down
Turn it over
for a taste of broken beat madness and one of the gnarliest
basslines you’ve ever heard. You can bet Nick and Erina
Z leave no snare unturned and no bassline intact as the breaks
get chopped behind a distorted violin and the bass rumbles
deeper than a dinosaur fossil. If you’ve come for drums
and bass, look no further, this one’s stripped down
to the core and raw as hell!
AA. Slipping into
Blood
“Just
last week I had a slip…” into this stormer of
a darkside smasher! Another exquisitely produced soundscape
by Nick & Erina Z, the highlight being the seesaw bridge
of bass which heralds the second drop. The bassline has all
the growl you need for a pit fight and the eerie sounds provide
the mood while the drum track displays many clever arrangements
of a variety of percussions. Wicked stuff indeed!
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iDJREC052:
Belladonnakillz |
Hell
Yeah (Queensyze remix) |
A.
Hell Yeah
Oh yes, the wait
was totally worth it. Queensyze keeps on innovating with a
fresh new brand of electro-rock drum and bass. Out with the
trance synths and in with the filtered guitar riffs, vocoded
singing and a bouncy break. This one has about seven flavous
of party mixed in and they're all worth tasting. Another Queensyze
track? YEAH, HELL YEAH!
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iDJREC051:
Metaphase |
Mi
Sensi remix |
A.
Mi Sensi
Reeewind! Metaphaze
brings us another Mi Sensi remix which guarantees to satisfy
the dancefloor’s need for some ragga tech. Vocals get
chopped and basslines get twisted in this super alpha strike
assault of a remix. The breakdown is an all-out funky kick-fest
right before the sick bass solo. Guitar licks round out the
instrumental selection for yet another iDJR innovative banger.
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iDJREC050:
Override & Nitrous feat. Melina |
Addicted
2 You b/w VIP mix |
A
Addicted 2 You -
And this is the one you’ve been waiting for! iDJR’s
huge 50th release is just that – an awe-inspiring track
from the Montreal duo of Override and Nitrous, none other
than the label’s founder. Melina provides superb vocals
over perfect horns and a searing bassline that just builds
this one to amazing heights. The intro is pure goosebump material,
the drop is massive and the breakdown is heavy like a Mack
Truck full of vinyl records. If you get one track off iDJR,
this should be it as it is definitely not worth sleeping on.
AA. Addicted 2
You (VIP) -
Override and Nitrous explore the more rugged potential of
this track with a VIP treatment. The horns step aside to allow
for the bass to get the big boost for 2K8. This, more forceful,
version keeps the gorgeous vocals and flips them another way
– echo and filter style. An awesome VIP mix of an already
awesome track, each one offers up a ton of originality and
variety. Of course this one has Nitrous’ superb drum
edits that are all funk ad no filler. Huge!
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iDJREC049:
Soul Soldier |
Bad
Gyal b/w Lil' Guetto Boy |
A.
Bad Gyal -
Back to the roots! Ragga vibes in the house here, Bad Gyal
has it all and is bad indeed! Amen choppage, funky lyrics,
dubby deep subs and some catchy filtered vox round out this
hot track. The bass stabs mean business like a three piece
suit made of grime, low frequencies and a bit of crunch. The
percussions give the drums an added element as the clavs contrast
the heavier drum edits surprisingly well. Watch where ya walk!
AA. Lil' Guetto
Boy -
The intro a hip-hop throwback made for those of us getting
into d’n’b from the 90s, but the rest is pure
beefy bass and ragga vox. The bassline steals the show here
and is guaranteed to rumble any system. Soul Soldier comes
properly with another track of intense amen chops, guaranteed
to please. iDJR’s got your dose of raga this month for
sure!
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iDJREC048:
Sinister |
Release
Her b/w Moonlight |
A.
Release Her
Straight up and down this release won’t release you
but take hold and give you a drum ride to the darkside. Smooth,
ominous keys and massive drums contrast to keep this track
on its edge. The drums are tightly layered to give the track
a back-and-forth urgency. This one is the tug of war that
gets you off your feet and on the dance floor.
AA. Moonlight
Fresh sounds from the Sinister one; this time it’s groovy
Rhodes, horns and a natural vibe that keep the vibes rolling.
Edits are in effect, and the drums do not disappoint. The
sub bass is one for the gut that follows the frequency all
the way to your rump. The bass bubbles just like the beer
foam on a hot summer’s day. Give me more!
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iDJREC047:
Nosrac |
None
Would Escape b/w Ironside 2030 |
A.
None Would Escape
Not one to
disappoint, iDJR guarantees to push the boundaries by presenting
None Would Escape by Nosrac. This month has a wide array of
releases to satisfy all tastes and Nosrac gives us a double-dose
of heavy drum-core breaks – enough to take us all the
way to the edge and back again to the lands of overdose and
withdrawal. This one has it all – damaging breaks, hectic
fills and a bass lead to die for (or be killed by). Nosrac
doesn’t let up for a second with the brilliant variations
– around every corner there’s a new fill or bass
drop. Just be sure you’re seated when listening to this
one because it’s guaranteed to knock you off your feet.
AA. Ironside 2030
Definitely on a different tip than None Would Escape, Ironside
2030 is what we would et if Triplettes de Belleville met the
Jungle Drummer. A full on jazz track with a bass line that
could be a didgeridoo mixed with a tuba, this one keeps an
astounding energy while giving us some down-to-earth fun music
to listen too. The constant element between these two Nosrac
tracks is the quantity of ideas we find in them, none of this
looping business for Nosrac!
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iDJREC046:
X-Zero |
Spirits
b/w Release |
A.
Spirits
X-Zero brings us an expertly crafted tune that makes delicious
use of reverb to create a soundscape of crisp breaks and low
bass that snakes round and keeps building. What begins innocently
enough mounts steadily until the groove is full on. The snares
fit seamlessly with the amens and drop well together at the
right time.
AA. Release
In a flash we’re taken from the dubby deepness of Spirits
into the upbeat jazzy vibes of “Release”. The
regular piano keys keep the track bubbling while the bubbly
bass keeps things energetic and bubbly. Again we see some
very tight drum work showcasing many nifty short rolls. The
sax plays naturally over the beat with some of that appealing
reverb that appears on Spirits. What is for sure is that both
these tracks are very well-produced and do exactly what they
say on the box.
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iDJREC045:
Cycloid |
Drum'n'Birds |
As
expected from the title, this one starts off with nature’s
own music and proceeds to introduce the jungle to the birds,
not the other way around. Once the bass drops you know you’re
in for a fun ride as this one gets the rump shaking and wobbling
like a full kettle when it boils and bubbles over. There is
some definite old school attention paid to the drum arrangements
on this one and the payoff is an insidious funky roller with
some excellent breaks to tie it together.
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iDJREC044:
Galaktek |
Drencom |
What
happens when you jam some bassy lead riffs, deep techno stabs
and bone crunching kicks into a track that’s already
rammed full of energy? Galaktek shows us the answer by illustration
with his premier release on iDJR. This one is instant reload
material – the half-time breakdowns drop into some of
the freshest ideas in music-to-dance technology. This is one
of those next-level dj tracks that is just so good it can
be played anytime, anywhere.
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iDJREC043:
Francium |
Ambience
b/w Legacy |
A.
Ambiance
Rounding
out this month’s releases is a melodic and thoughtful
track by Francium. Filtered amens and some upbeat rhodes characterize
the tune and give it a nostalgic pre-millenium feel. The tightly
layered snares keep it up to date though and some hefty rolls
with a very funky bassline towards the end guarantee dancefloor
appeal on those early Sunday mornings and nice listening for
the ride home.
AA. Legacy
Funky keys
in the house! Francium brings another nice liquid roller to
the iDJR roster this month. The beat keeps running while the
pads and rhodes create a stunning atmosphere. Half-time beats
allow the track to slow it down before picking it back up
again in true dancefloor fashion. The synthesized sub gives
this track a hell of a foundation to build on and it does
just that. Whether you’re playing it out or just chilling,
there’s no doubt this is one enjoyable tune.
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iDJREC042:
Dubwater |
Take
it Off Next Girl |
Take
it Off/Next Girl -
Reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeloaaaaaaaaaaad!!
You know the party has touched down when this one sets the
roof off. Dubwater crafts a killer dubplate pressure of hype
vox, wobbly bass and 100-hit combo breaks. The sub gets right
in there where the sun doesn't shine and leaves the dancefloor
weak in the knees. Sirens and firing lead synths bring the
energy to the next level, keeping this track kicking hard
from the moment it drops until the beat trails off. Definitely
the most dancefloor-oriented track of this batch of releases,
don't be the one to sleep on it.
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iDJREC041:
Nitrous & Francium |
Spanish
Fly b/w Catalyst |
A.
Spanish Fly -
Fresh sounds
out of Montreal is the only way to describe this gorgeous
roller of a tune from the city's own Nitrous and Francium.
It's a Raggaton-meets-d'n'b-meets-moog music that will get
the booty shakin' every time. Trademark Nitrous breaks sit
back to some deliciously warm liquid synths and a deep sub
that gets the chest shaking at any time of day or night. The
throwback to the casio style is definitely welcome when it's
done so well, just the kind of variation expected from iDJR.
AA. Catalyst -
More warm
synths and an upbeat vibe accompany the vocal for a fun dacefloor-oriented
liquid roller. The bass kicks in at 2:10 and from there on
it's pure bootylicious dnb from the Montreal duo. The funk-filled
piano keys plant this track firmly in the realm of "crowd
pleaser". An aptly-named track, this one's a catalyst
for smiles on faces, arms flailing and shoes stepping to the
beat. Tasty drum cuts and halftempo breaks keep this one pumping
to the very end through a well-crafted denouement, just like
they should be written.
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iDJREC040:
Nitrous |
Ukasakeku
b/w Identity Crisis |
A.
Ukasakeku -
iDJR: "putting
the music back in drum and bass music." With the help
of Erina Z, Nitrous delivers on all beats with this beautifully
original take on the genre. Erina's hypnotic vocals mix with
Nitrous's exquisite percussion work and Asiatic instrumentals
to concoct an elixir of pure aural pleasure. After an initial
listen, the reaction is invariably "wow", and the
track keeps growing tall as it is deep. An excellent lasting
tune from the label's boss.
AA. Identity Crisis
-
Back to the
dancefloor, Nitrous doesn't forget d'n'b's roots. A double-dose
of energetic bass and leads pumps the massive kicks all the
way to your door and past to the other side. The snares are
what really give this track its supreme urgency and energy,
as Nitrous has crafted them to snap each joint of your body
in exactly the right order.
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iDJREC039:
Nick & Erina Z |
Vengeful
Spirits b/w Planchettes Dark Cloud |
A.
Vengeful Spirits -
Definitely one for the drumfunk heads, Vengeful Spirits gives
us more of exactly what we love about Nick & Erina Z:
complex drum patterns, eerie atmospheres and deep brooding,
basslines. Just in time for Halloween, this track is a guaranteed
spooky hit at the next haunted house near you. More than just
a shocker, the pounding basses bounce off each other to craft
a funky swaying vibe that grips you tight and doesn't let
go.
AA. Planchettes
Dark Clouds -
Perfectly complementing the A side, Planchettes Dark Clouds
explores a higher frequency range without sacrificing any
of the raw feeling. The hi hats round out the track perfectly
giving the track a "if-DJ-Shadow-did-a-lot-of-acid-and-made-a-dnb-track"
vibe. Another definite winner from iDJR's darkside masters.
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iDJREC038:
AP Bolan |
Virtual
Future b/w This |
A.
Virtual Future -
When the
technological advances of the 21st century come together to
help produce a smasher track like this one it is clear we
live in a glorious time. AP Bolan summons forth the best electronic
synths and bass to give us a glimpse of the excellent music
the future has in store. Vocal and clock chime samples tie
the theme together but it's the crisp drums and bubbly bass
that make this one a timeless track for the neuro heads. Tip
for the DJs: 6:10 is when the dancefloor gets ripped a new
one.
AA. This -
AP Bolan
keeps with the future vibes with the flipside "This".
A bit deeper, a bit darker, but all the bass and the drum
we need to bust out a robot. Fat rolls populated the tight
drum break awhile the bass pounds and the synths weave a funky
mix around your ears. Layered percussions do an excellent
job of keeping the vibe properly funky through the soundscapes
that propel the track into high energy orbit. AP Bolan definitely
delivers on this double A-side release for iDJR.
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iDJREC037:
Phantom & Vicious D |
Flesh
Eater (Phantom remix) b/w Havoc |
A.
Flesh Eater (Phantom remix) -
It's been
a hot minute since iDJR dropped one of our signature hard-as-nails
tracks, but folks, wait no more. Phantom does a magnificent
grimey rework of Vicious D's "Flesh Eater for this A-side
release. Clever synth filters, bumping bass and ambient sounds
make for a short but sweet bridge in what is otherwise a sandwich
of energetic distortion and powerful drum breaks. The bass
has a hard-tech feel but benefits from intricate d'n'b arrangement
standards, making for a track that goes above and beyond.
AA. Havoc
Phantom delivers
again on the flipside, "Havoc" (apt name). Energy
and power describe this track best, complete with kicks that
do what they say on the box and more of the in-your-face distorted
basslines that make the Flesh Eater remix bang so hard. In
contrast, the breakdown gives the lead more room to breathe
and the drop can only be described as an epic mount of sickness
(good).
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iDJREC036:
Stylust |
Death
Reese 3000 b/w Here We Go Again |
A.
Death Reese 3000-
Start your
engines, because this track is running things! The violin-esque
melodic intro only suspends the disbelief of the oncoming
dancefloor massacre when this one drops, drops again and then
a drops third time. Two bass leads keep the track dark but
work give a grooving melody while letting the drums and subs
do the real driving work. "Death Reese 3000" has
the consistency of a roller but the big sound and drops of
an epic tune, making it fit nicely in the mix no matter where
you want to drop it.
AA. Here We Go
Again-
The perfect
smooth synth and subby roller gets the party going everytime.
"Here We Go Again" features a running steppy beat
peppered with funky edits, percussions and fills. The leads
and pads intertwine to create a solid yet ever-changing soundscape
that ranges from high to low while funky bass stabs give the
track headsnap appeal. An epic rise rounds out what is another
dancefloor killer from iDJR.
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iDJREC035:
Screwball |
W
Cyrku |
This
wobble-icious-upbeat-tearing-dnb-meets-Polish-hip-hop certainly
fires on all cylinders. The vocal complements the song perfectly
and vice versa, the lead is clear and rowdy, and there are
layers of melodies providing a fitting backdrop. Once again
Screwball contributes an excellent dancefloor tune to the
iDJR camp, don't sleep on this one!
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iDJREC034:
Krisko |
Positive
1 |
Ambience
and choppage signal the incoming old school vibes found in
this jungle tune. The drums are crisp and clean and certainly
are the shining point of "Positive1" - unless you're
the type of person that prefers a sub that sinks from your
chest to your gut, because this tune delivers on that count
too. The ragga/d'n'b gap is filled with a classic vocal sample
and an innovative use a guitar lick which sounds natural yet
synthetic at the same time. One for the heads!
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iDJREC033:
Unknown |
Break
the Cycle |
Unknown
does an amazing job of working a smooth vocal sample into
an uplifting yet hard-as-nails tune that completely fits the
theme of "Breaking the Cycle". The track builds
up with some well-arranged string pads and just as you're
wanting more, delivers with massive bass stabs. The transition
from the melodies to the rawcus beats and back again is admirably
smooth, giving Break the Cycle great coherence.
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iDJREC032:
Nitrous |
Tragedy
(DJ Fozzybear remix) |
Switch!
Fozzybear does major damage to this iDJR classic and transmutes
into a pumping subby tech roller fully deserving of being
crowned winner of the remix competition. Crafty use of the
original samples with a hefty dose of overhaul keeps this
one moving until the very end. Double-time bass stabs bounce
the track along up and down like the rave when this track
drops. Despite the massive boost to the dancefloor Fozzybear
keeps the eerie atmospheric elements present in the background
to capture the feel of the original still. Congratulations!
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iDJREC031:
Lenny Breaks |
Noise
b/w The Silent (feat. Toksik Shok Sin Drone) |
A.
Noise-
Lenny Breaks brings some heavy drum and bass with a definite
hint of evil and sinister intentions in this release. The
beat cuts are pure horrorshow and the lead screams at you
from the other side of the abyss. Cleverly, Lenny holds out
on over-compressing the drums, thereby making a track unique
in structure and purpose. The beat keeps chugging the song
along but really makes room for the myriad of sounds and lead
bass arrangements - the heaviness is there but hinted at in
other regards. The end result is a deep, dark track unlike
any other that serves as the perfect lead in to the heaviest
track to be played that night.
AA. The Silent-
If you like your beats dark, hard and heavy with a touch of
psycho murderation, then this track is for you. Drum edits
abound and the track is peppered with sick breakdowns and
horrorcore samples. "The Silent" manages to reach
a level of energy unparalleled by most other track on the
back of its sheer aggression. Of course, the leads add the
necessary gut wrenching to complete the "huge tune"
checklist. Yet another quintuplet from iDJR to showcase the
wide styles of drum and bass.
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iDJREC030:
Materia |
Hallucinations
b/w Northern Spirit |
A.
Hallucinations-
Play time’s over - bring on the neuro! Materia smacks
it with this roller. The kicks turn like a well-oiled race
car complete with some surprise gear-shifting shuffle fills
and the bass crunches like roadkill under a mack truck. Materia
teases us by hinting at the lead at the first drop, only to
bring it back full force for the second drop, making this
one a dj tool extraordinaire. Keep your eyes and ears peeled
for more from this hot producer.
AA. Northern Spirit-
The beatless intro creeps up on you but doesn’t waste
any time pumping the mercury to record-high levels with some
more of the trademark beats and leads we heard in “Hallucinations”.
Some vocoded vox boost the track after the second drop which
makes this one a definite dancefloor filler and killer. Speaking
of the second drop I have tow words for you: drum roll. Props
to Materia for not forgetting about the place the drum roll
has in deep, rolling neuro. Pure brockage inside.
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iDJREC029:
Mineral |
It
Could Just be a Dream b/w Silver Falls |
A.
It Could Just be a Dream-
Mineral puts the music back into jungle with this fresh sounding
throwback track. Quirky descending ambient sounds keep the
track rolling while some old school breaks take you back to
smooth GLR-type vibes. The first drop brings the boom - it
wouldn’t be jungle without some massive subbass - while
the second drop turns up the pressure with Mineral’s
thought-provoking arrangements. All in all “It Could
Just be a Dream” is an excellent representation of the
ambient style and iDJR’s artistic diversity.
AA. Silver Falls-
Cascading rhodes herald another ambient journey even more
laid back than its predecessor. The deep subs and kicks are
here again but the break and its arrangements take a much
more relaxed form, backseat to the pads which work as the
canvas for this solid tune. Reverb and panning put the listener
in a very nice aural place in preparation for the “Falls”
- amen business at the 5:15 mark. It’s executed perfectly,
maintaining the vibe of the song while adding energy and going
straight to the hairs on the back of your neck. A double A-side
winner!
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iDJREC028:
Scandal |
Jah
Jah's Love b/w Ruff & Rugged |
A.
Jah Jah's Love-
iDJR co-owner Scandal comes definitely correct on this ragga-tech
roller that is sure to please all crew. Subbass runs gamut
behind the cracking beat and soulful vocals. Techy breakdowns
keep the track spicy and varied. This one rolls on straight
through until the end by creating a vibe you just don't want
to stop listening to. Most original of all is the second drop
that cleverly borrows the idea of a record skip in a manner
that sounds nothing else but tight.
AA. Ruff &
Rugged-
The flip-side comes distinct with a deeper take on the style
created by Scandal on "Jah Jah Love". Slightly darker
and with more focus on dubby jungle sounds, Ruff & Rugged
is exactly that, a deep cavern of a tune with a jagged edge.
Most fitting are the asiatic sounds which manage to fit the
ragga-tech sound perfectly in what feels most like a hip hop
crossover connection.
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iDJREC027:
Nixx |
Soul
Quantize b/w Fast Unified Circuit Key |
A.
Soul Quantize-
Boom goes the dynamite! This track is standout for two reasons:
the superbly crafted synth breakdowns and the bubbly subbass
arrangements that bring you back in time. Subtle shifts in
the sound keep you locked in while Nixx adds on the heavy
one layer at a time. A perfect example is the second drop
which starts off deep but before you know it you're knee-deep
in the madness. This is one of those tracks that keeps growing
on you because each subsequent listen has more to offer.
AA. Fast Unified
Circuit Key-
More of Nixx's twisted sickness basslines drive this home
like a nail in a 2-by-4. Synth edits keep the rhythm flowing
from the left as the amen mashups keep business pounding from
the right. This one is an unrelenting assault hellbound on
a scud middile. Warning: Massiveness inside!
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iDJREC026:
DJ Bugg |
Dance
with Me b/w High Time |
A.
Dance with Me-
Bugg brings it in prfessional fashion this with two dancefloor
smashers on the iDJ imprint. 'Dance With Me' features a rolling
grimey lead and filtered drums that do exactly what the doctor
ordered - build it up, break it down and drop it heavy. This
track has a funky vibe that works well in any setting and
any mood. In short, this is a perfect example of a pure, unadulterated,
well-executed dancefloor tune.
AA. High Time-
On the flip, Bugg explores the lighter side of drum and bass
with 'High Time'. Inside are soothing rhodes, uplifting pads
and some horns that send shivers down the spine. Don't get
it twisted though - as soon as the beat drops it's obvious
that High Time is no less for the dancefloor than its predecessor.
Like the latter, it features a rolling bass synth that keeps
the energy and presence while the organic musical components
go to work. A great track for bringing the set to the next
level or performing a transition, this one is more than a
tool in that it stands on its own as a great piece of music.
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iDJREC025:
Illiko Projekt |
Bass
Adikt |
Representing
the sounds of the future, Illiko Projekt offer up a masterpiece
of synth work and arrangements in 'Bass Adikt'. This track
is great at never letting the listener get bored - changes
and shifts range from subtle to massive as sounds weave in
and out of view. The level of macro structure has more in
common with electronic breakbeats than a standard drum and
bass structure yet the mixability of the track is maintained
by the underlying 16 bars which are gradually brought to the
forefront in the last minute. Great in and out of the mix,
what more can you want?
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iDJREC024:
Screwball |
Crystal
Clear b/w Under Mi Sensi remix |
A.
Crystal Clear-
Speaking of party tracks, watch out! The rave is in the venue
as soon as this track drops. The beat is infectious, the percussion
is funky, the bass says "move!' and the sounds breathe
life all across the frequency spectrum. This is the perfect
track for DJs who want to tear the roof off the dancefloor
with big sound and big energy without turning to the darkside.
Definitely a track for the jump-up heads but be warned because
this will convert even the most entrenched chin-strokers with
its dancefloor appeal.
AA. Under Mi Sensi
remix-
Bamboo synth stabs signal a stomper of a tune and Screwball
delivers in full force. The snare snaps your head back while
the kicks hit you where it counts - right in the gut. Top
it off with some classic ragga vox and you have all the makings
of a winner tune. Screwball hangs on to all the elements that
make the flip so hot - a wide range of sounds, lots of midange
heaviness and an arrangement that adds a layer of deepness
after the second drop. Do not miss this double A-side smasher!
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iDJREC023:
Cognizance |
Mellowdee |
The
soft-to-hard rock intro does the title justice and does a
beautiful job of comibining classic acoustic elements with
tight drum programming while steadily mounting the pressure.
As soon as the beat drops the synth takes over right from
where the lead guitar left off and brings the drum and bass
heaviness, making 'Mellowdee' a savvy combination of electro-rock
d'n'b that keeps its big sound party track appeal. Of course,
the standout moment is the the breakdown which fits perfectly
into the middle of any set.
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iDJREC022:
Nitrous |
Destiny
VIP b/w Cubik |
A.
Destiny VIP-
Nitrous' second release on iDJR features two rollers that
are bound to please. "Destiny VIP" boasts a wide
variation of synthetic and natural keys that ride on top of
a rugged rolling bassline to create the perfect ambience for
his trademark drum edits that can only be described as perfect.
The second drop hits hard with a little step and a drum reverse
that heralds more of the beats and bass that make this track
move so well.
AA. Cubik-
Flip it over to discover the future. "Cubik" is
all about the bass that will blast you into the next millenium.
It's a tractor beam pulling you guts first to Mars. Not only
abstract, this track also has the dancefloor covered with
a snappy rolling break and a pair of massive breakdowns. Once
again, Nitrous does a perfect job of making a pair of tracks
that are cutting edge, innovative and guaranteed to rock!
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iDJREC021:
Atom |
Threshold |
Boom
selectah! Atom puts the "kick" back into "kick
your head in" with this scorcher on iDJR. "Threshhold"
features an undeniably rowdy combination of headsnapping breaks,
monstrous synths and funky sound effects. What makes it so
fresh is a funky filtered trumpet-like sound that carries
the track after the drops. It keeps the track from descending
into chin-stroking darkness, instead opting for a vibe akin
to 100 robotic oompa-loompas feeding you everlasting gobstoppers.
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iDJREC020:
Erbalist |
No
Retreat |
Representing
all variety of sounds, iDJR brings you a grimy ragga track
in the same vein as Queensyze's "Illegal". Erbalist's
"No Retreat" features a classic ragga hook on top
of an eerie synth and a halfstep beat that heralds the intro
and the drop that brings all the amen bizness reese nastiness
out at once. What makes this track so good is that it's hard
without being too dark, thanks to funky synth work in the
latter half of the track and some swingy drum rolls.
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iDJREC019:
Queensyze |
Fuck
me Amadeus b/w Papparazzi Snap my Photo |
A.
Fuck me Amadeus-
"Oh my God, look who it is!!!" Queensyze is back
and this time with two massive electro-style dnb cuts. On
the A side we have "Fuck me Amadeus", party-track
extraordinaire. Skeezy vocoded samples, a slamming guitar
rift and some trademark electro sounds over a running drum
arrangement make this the track to drop at midnight just after
everyone is all crunked up.
AA. Papparazzi
Snap my Photo-
The flipside, "Papparazzi Snap my Photo" compliments
the A-side with more of the vocoded vox and bubbling keys
that make electro dnb so fun. As expected, the track makes
perfect use of a camera shutter sample to add to the mix and
build the theme. The main difference between "Papparazzi"
and "Amadeus" is the lack of guitar in the former,
making it a more traditional electro cut but also making it
a perfect lead in for the unbridled energy of the A-side.
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iDJREC018:
Diztantz |
Sensi
for Sale |
Right
from the get-go it's obvious that Diztantz is brining the
good times with this iDJR classic. Some melodic ragga vocal
chops mix with a jazzy piano and a massive ensemble of drum
rolls and edits to kick off "Sensi for Sale". All
is well until the bassline drops and that's when this track
turns the party out. A hefty dose of subbass and wobble make
this one the tune to move your booty to: this is the new school
ragga sound at its finest from iDJR.
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iDJREC017:
Recall |
Axe
Wound b/w Demon Stration |
A.
Axe Wound-
This one's the rump shaker! Another dose of pure funk on iDJr.
Imagine a Primo beat with a Beatminerz bassline shifted to
drum and bass and you'll have an accurate description of how
this track smacks. Pretty quickly the urgency is established
by a funky rave alarm and a wobble that will keep everyone
moving. The synthesis of sounds here is unlike the styles
we've come to expect from drum and bass and that can only
be a good thing. Perhaps best is how the track continues to
build but does away with the big 'drop' that restricts the
structure of so much dnb out there; you'll notice in this
selection it's not missed at all.
AA. Demon Stration-
Recall shows us that he's not only capable of pushing boundaries
but also great execution. Demon Stration is a techy banger
that is noteworthy for balancing the dark reese with some
funky and uplifting sound effects. This is a great track for
giving the dancefloor a dose of heaviness without sacrificing
the mood. Whether you're moving the dancefloor to or from
a heavier sound, it's transition tracks like this that get
the job done.
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iDJREC016:
Invisible Fre.Q.uency |
Resurrection |
Don't
leave your kids at home alone when Resurrection is roaming
the streets! This one is neuro to the core: a steppy beat,
chopppy synth stabs and thick layer of atmosphere bring this
track to full tilt at the 2:40 mark at which point it's on!
Invisible Fre.Q.ency does a good job of holding off on the
main surprise until the smooth breakdown at 4 minutes. The
drum edits will make this one bang into any mix in a powerful
but uncluttered way. Check it out!
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iDJREC015:
Optimystic feat. MC Houston |
All
Systems |
The
clock bell that signals the futuristic and foreboding intro
does the perfect job of setting the tone for this masterpiece
by Optimystic. Alien sounds accompany a multi-level subbass
that progresses the track from a sci-fi soundtrack to a full-fledged
techy banger. Better than most tracks out there, the electronic
sounds of All Systems come together in a way that is more
musical than would be expected from a similar effort. Definitely
one for the bag.
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iDJREC014:
Sappo/Seiros D  |
Sky
(Seiros D remix) b/w Fear Effect |
A.
Sky (Seiros D remix)-
Not content to represent only one style, iDJR brings the dancefloor
a roller with its own vibe. From the smooth, epic intro to
the classic jungle samples and head snapping break, Seiros
D's remix of Sappo's "Sky" is the kind of track
that will fit seamlessly into any set.
AA. Fear Effect-
Picking up where "Sky" left off, "Fear Effect"
brings more of the heavy breaks, nasty basslines and rollage
of the former. This time we're treated to more of a rock vibe
combined with an extremely versatile bassline that makes the
track feel like a rollercoaster ride on acid. A beautiful
creation of tension, straight from Russia.
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iDJREC013:
OTM aka Rakoon |
New
Era |
More
disgustingness is exactly what we want from the one like Rakoon
and that's exactly what we get on this release. Hectic drum
edits complement the dirtiest, grimiest lead heard on iDJR
thus far. With a bit of a hard techno feel, the best way to
describe this track is that it's like shaking a jar of ants
and watching them fight it out. Bottom line is that this one
hits fast, hard and heavy. Best of all, the track doesn't
waste any space, even up to the massive breakdown before the
drop at 5:40. A must have for the iDJ darkside lovers.
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iDJREC012:
Queensyze |
Showers
of Madness b/w Love in Code |
A.
Showers of Madness-
This one starts off with a crash-bang-BOOM! right into some
filtered vocals and a funky drum that just spells doom for
the dancefloor. The drop lives up to the track title and then
some, bringing the madness in sheets and waves as opposed
to showers. Showers of Madness is a full on aural assault
that has enough energy packed inside to nuke a room no matter
how hard the previous track brought it. This track has more
to it than just hard noise though. Queensyze brings the musicality
as always with a hard rock vibe that keeps the party going
all night long.
AA. Love in Code-
Where Showers of Madness is all about creating a d'n'b hard
rock party, Love in Code is reminiscent of the electroclash
dnb sound pushed by the one and only John B. As is seen on
this release, it is wonderful to have another artist that
can pull off the sound with such impeccable execution. As
a testament to the fact, John B is remixing Queensyze's electro
escapades. Improving on these tracks will prove quite the
challenge as Love in Code brings exactly what we want in an
electro track: casio keys, a vocodered female voice and a
funky rhythm in a simple yet extremely catchy arrangement.
Two dancefloor tracks you don't want to miss.
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iDJREC011:
Nick & Erina Z |
Outward
Manifestation b/w Violent Demonstration |
A.
Outward Manifestation-
The horrorshow continues this week with another dark double
A-side release by Nick and Erina Z. Outward Manifestation
features slick drum edits and a sidewinder synth that slaps
you out of nowhere. The haunting sounds in the background
keep it dark but in the foreground is pure funky drum and
bass. iDJ's commitment to keeping dancefloor tracks atmospheric
and making sure atmospheric tracks have dancefloor appeal
is shown nowhere better than on this release. Whether in your
car, pod or on the floor, this one keeps you wanting more.
AA. Violent Demonstration-
While Violent Demonstration starts out on a significantly
lighter note than its flip, make no mistake, this track lives
up to its title. Bubbly and bouncy dubstep sounds and a clockwork
breakbeat quickly get grimier and dirtier until the track
is barrelling along at full tilt. Very clever use of individual
and crowd vocal samples rounds out the selection, particularly
during the first breakdown. The innovation really shines through
when the beat gets a chance to shine on its own right before
the second breakdown and it becomes clear how much depth there
is to this track. Another definite winner from iDJ.
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