Straight Up Breakbeat pres. 'Zero Five EP'

 

Helsinki finest D&B imprint, Straight Up Breakbeat unveil their fifth installment of the 'Zero' series establishing a haven for both pioneering and rising artists. As ever, this new release encapsulates the evolution of the genre and the heavy bass sounds.

Kicking off with 'Chronos' by Turku based producer Hmr. His new tune weaves some raw, hypnotic elements into a mesmerizing composition. Anchored by an irresistible bassline, the breakbeats carry a distinct air of Photek-esque precision, making this a track that rewards both deep listening and club play.

Coming next is Koala, who made waves with an EP on Ruffhouse Industries and a guest slot on Oneman’s Rinse FM show. His tune 'Opps' sets a slow-jungle journey, carrying moody, breakbeat-driven aesthetic pulsing with ominous energy. The fusion of dark atmospheres and shifting tempos makes this track an intriguing addition to the compilation.

Last but not least, the Cologne based producer, Marvel Cinema, continues to solidify his reputation as a force within the deeper, more cinematic realms of the genre. With releases on Over/Shadow, Grid, and Celsius, his craft is already well-documented. His presence on this EP with his track 'My Mind Is A Storm' underscores the Zero-series dedication to championing the finest in cutting-edge drum & bass.

"Zero-Series Vol. 5" is successfully bridging the gap between experimental sound design and forward-thinking production. Whether you're seeking intricate rhythms, weighty basslines, or unexpected sonic twists, the Finnish label has again the right answer with this EP that delivers on all fronts. This release comes out officially on 11th of April 2025.

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Bloody Mary marks 15 years of Dame-Music with three-part vinyl series

Dame-Music is celebrating its fifteenth year with a new vinyl series, kicking off with Volume 1 on 28 March 2025.

Founded in 2010 by French DJ and producer Bloody Mary, the label has released music from artists like Josh Wink, Boo Williams, KiNK, and Fear-E. It has grown alongside her own two-decade career, which includes a long-standing residency at Berlin’s Tresor and a recent move into fully hardware-based live shows.

The new series launches with four acid-driven tracks from:

Thomas P. Heckmann – Days Of Buzz, a heavy, dancefloor-focused acid cut

Bloody Mary – Fractal Waves, switching between 4/4 and breaks with playful 303 lines

E-Bony – 303 Elements, building into a tense peak with crisp drums and hoover effects

Hardfloor – I’ll Never Own A Helicopter, a euphoric, club-ready closer

Each record sleeve is designed by Philip Mercieca. When combined, all three volumes will form a single collectable image.

Future instalments will include tracks by Ben Sims, DJ Mell G, DEAS, Viikatory, Jerome Hill and more.

Here’s what Bloody Mary had to say:

“It’s been an amazing journey since 2010. Huge thanks to all the artists we’ve released, the people behind the scenes, and every one of you who’s supported the label. You keep the dream alive.”

‘15 Years Of Dame-Music Vol. 1’ is a tribute to the 303 – and to the music lovers who’ve stuck with the label since day one.

Out 28 March 2025 on Dame-Music

https://dame-music.bandcamp.com/album/15-years-of-dame-music-vol-1

Seddig joins Hardgroove with new five-track ‘Neodyne EP’

German producer Seddig lands on Ben Sims’ Hardgroove imprint with a new release out 28 March 2025.

This follows his well-received Hypersolar EP for sister label Symbolism, which gained support from DVS1, Jako Jako, James Ruskin, DJ Bone, and BBC6 Music.

The Neodyne EP builds on that momentum with five tracks that dig deep into modern techno. Each cut explores a distinct mood, shaped by texture, space, and sharp rhythmic control.

Track-by-track:

Neodyne – atmospheric broken beats with a Shackleton-like edge

Gravity Defier – tight 4/4 grooves with grinding, percussive interplay

Sherman Demands – rolling techno with mechanical weight

Tonk – pressure-building intensity made for dark rooms

Altitude (6 O’Clock in the Mornin’, On and Onin’) – eerie and melodic, slowly spiralling

This is a detailed, floor-focused record with range and restraint. Whether it’s the subtle pulse of Neodyne or the peak-time drive of Sherman Demands, Seddig delivers with control and character.

Out 28 March 2025 on Hardgroove

Early support from:

DVS1, Regis, Marcel Dettmann, ANNĒ, Peder Mannerfelt, Radio Slave, Truncate, Mumdance and more

Listen / preorder:

bensims.bandcamp.com/album/neodyne-ep