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...
Dubstep
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
Hamdi lands on DEEP MEDi with three cuts of system-shaking dubstep that pays reverence to the genre’s pioneers
"I am absolutely gutted, my team and I have worked tirelessly on making this happen"
Four fresh takes on the dubstep star's debut EP
The influential Bristol producer is back with two new tracks on his long-running Kapsize label
Youngsta is one of dubstep’s foundational figures, an integral force in shaping the genre from its earliest days at iconic club night FWD>>. A specialist through and through, he’s stayed true to the sound throughout its evolution, pushing the original minimalist style that’s now seeing a resurgence in interest. Delivering an On Cue mix of stripped-back dubstep ammunition, he also speaks to Rob McCallum about how the sound came to be, the vital impact of his sister, Sarah, overcoming addiction, and his hopes for the future
The first EP features two UK garage cuts
The dubstep DJ, formerly one half of Sicaria Sound, shares details of her debut solo project
The California dubstep producer and DJ passed away after "sudden downturn in health" last week, her husband ASC confirmed
The retired NBA player has released a 10-track dubstep album
Lloyd Coxsone, Mikey Dread, Dubplate Pearl, Don Letts, Mad Professor and Valerie V Rocket are all involved
It's another vibrant cut from the rising Oxford DJ and producer
Born from sound system culture, dubplates were once at the heart of UK dance music: specially cut, exclusive records drove the evolution of genres from jungle to dubstep and grime. Here, Joe Roberts looks at the history of UK dubplate culture
Velocity Press has announced Dubstep Vol. 1 as part of The Icon Catalogue series
Fork & Knife and Warwick are among the other names involved
He passed away suddenly, according to a post shared through his Instagram page
A new photography book, Drumz Of The South: The Dubstep Years 2004-2007 captures the early years of dubstep, depicting an important cultural moment in UK musical history. Charlie Bird talks to photographer Georgina Cook about the invention and excitement of the time, the influence of South London, and how that moment is influencing a new generation
With mixes featuring DJ Die, DJ Storm, Richie Hawtin, Surgeon and Peverelist
The shop is promising better returns for artists and rights holders
A new specialist dubstep record store, 140 Plates, has launched online.
Established by Pieter Grauwels, the face behind the highly respected DUPLOC label and the...