DJs
BEAT ME UP (Tech/Minimal House)
Drawing from their vast musical knowledge and experience, Beat Me Up are a collective of Producer/DJs whom, as well as showing influence from their prominent background genres such as Funk, Drum'n'Bass and UK Garage, seemingly quite effortlessly represent a fresh, feel good sound. Simply put: their tracks and sets alike leave you smiling like the cat who got immense amounts of cream.
Although their production is classed primarily as 'House', these 3 guys can incorporate Tech/Minimal House, Old School UK Garage and House with Jungle, Drum'n'Bass and Disco all into one set with ease. Their mixing skills are second to none and ability to know exactly what the crowd want cannot be tested.
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COSHH (Drum'n'Bass)
With a residency at Late Licence in Southampton and holding a weekly slot on Ukbassradio.co.uk (Friday 7-8pm), Coshh is already building up a name for himself in the scene, playing out at other nights such as Liquid Sex and Fusion.....
Coshh is fully aware of the adaptability needed to ensure each individual raver gets what they've paid for. With a vast collection from Jump up through to Tech step through to the mellow sound of liquid he has the capability of playing a set that caters for all.
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EMTEK (Dubstep)
Having started mixing at the tender age of 14, Emtek persevered with developing his techniques to the standard he holds firmly today.
Proving his abilities are the many, many recognisable, even to the DnB newcomers, bookings he has achieved at events such as Innovation (& Inno in the sun), VALVE, One Nation, Moondance and Desire to name but a few.
Emtek prides himself on his individuality, not only catering for the listeners but keeping his own strong, unique style throughout. He holds a regular slot on the UKs biggest and best known DnB radio station, Kool FM (94.6) and had a major liquid influence
on a station that was primarily about Jump Up, becoming a pioneer of what is now known as 'Liquid Mondays'
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FRISKIE (Drum'n'Bass)
Beginning his DJing career as an Old School Garage DJ, Friskie quickly decided that Drum'n'Bass was where his interest truly lay.
Friskie has been perfecting his mixing skills since the age of 13 and proves his skills weekly on Edge 99.7 FM from midnight-2am each and every Saturday with a mixture of all genres of D'n'B from Jump Up through to Liquid, catering for the ravers and true Drum'n'Bass lovers among us.
With his main influences and inspirations being Andy C, DJ Hype and Mampi Swift, he never fails to impress with his knowledge of what the ravers want and delivering it exactly when the ravers want it.....
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GETAWAY (Drum'n'Bass)
Holding firm slots on leading pirate radio stations such as Laylow FM, DJ Getaway is more than experienced at dealing with demanding audiences.
His Jump-up style preference is held throughout his sets appealing to a wide majority and with his mixing ability practised religiously, Getaway knows exactly the tune selection todays event goers want to hear.
Getaways dedication and determination have undoubtedly paid off with him producing constant feel good mixes encouraging a fantastic experience for all. Mirroring his dedication to mixing, Getaway is also a devoted producer. Watch this space for his eagerly awaited releases.
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Having seemingly come out of nowhere with a huge dancefloor smash,
Mr Lager’s release teamed with vocals from Alyss B ‘Tell Me’ has everyone from
your hardcore Dubstep listener to your Gran singing along to its soulful,
symphonic lyrics. Such is the success of ‘Tell Me’, high profile artists such
as Benga, Silkie, LD and Von D are all jumping on the chance to remix this rare
masterpiece of Dubstep art.
Following the highly regarded debut release of ‘Tell me’ on
Sub Frequency Records will be an equally superior piece of production named ‘Four
Leaf’. This time Mr Lager teams up with the vocal talent of one Asher Dust
bringing another atmospheric example of catchy vocal Dubstep at its best, undoubtedly putting his name on everyones lips.
Not having settled with the title of impeccable producer, Mr
Lager is also a dab hand on the decks, proving his musical ability no end
having supported acts like Plastician, Chase & Status, Mala and N-Type with
consistently high level sets treating crowds to a mixture of classics through to fresh dubs
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OVER D (Drum'n'Bass)
This fresh, talented DJ is currently shaking up the circuit. Having won both Innovation in the Sun AND Breakin' Science competitions last year (2007), his deeper thinking is apparent, enabling him to achieve continuous technical, crowd-pleasing mixes.
His tune selection alone is immense. Remember the tunes that enticed you into DnB? The ones that had you dancing around like a drunken headless chickens? The ones that somehow in the mist of our raving days we have somehow forgotten? Over D has most certainly not forgotten about these.
Prepare to fill his set with your own
voice saying "Oh Yeah! I remember this one!!" With an intelligent
tune selection and equally intelligent mixes, amazing vibes are guaranteed throughout Over D's sets.
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UNDERGROUND ICE (Dubstep)
As co-Producer of the dancefloor smash that gets everyone singing along with Movado's catchy lyrics, 'Gangsta 4 Life', Underground Ice is already very well established in the Dubstep scene.
Entertaining crowds all over the UK and abroad with his tight mixing and hugely appealing tune selection, he's played at events such as the highly acclaimed Sin City, Munich's 'Rotte Sonne' and Breakin Science.
His crowd reading ability mastered and a bag full of dubs fresh each set, every true bass lover needs to see Underground Ice in action.
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XRATED (Drum'n'Bass)
In order to be taken on a journey of your Drum'n'Bass life, DJ XRated is by far your prime choice. Dusting off old school classics, mixing and teasing them with todays favourites is what XRated does best.
XRated is able to encourage ravers to stop, listen and reminisce whilst grabbing their attention and not letting it go. His mastered use of the EQs creates a complete style of his own and using tunes from liquid through to tech he is everyone's number one choice
Having won multiple DJ battles, every time XRated steps up to the turntables he never fails to amaze. Also, having already appeared on various radio stations including Laylow FM, World FM and UKFlow.TV as well as playing live sets at SeOne Brixton Mass, 3rd Base and Annexe he has mastered and is completely comfortable with both his studio and live techniques.
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MCs
CRAZY D (Dubstep)
A pioneer of the Dubstep scene as we know it today. He's been there from the start making his mark with his catchy flows, lyrics and styles, MCing over the best of the best when it comes the bass driven madness that we call Dubstep.
On his weekly show on Kiss 100 FM, Crazy hosts an hour set with DJ Hatcha and guest DJs such as Caspa, Benga, Rusko and many more. He's travelled all over the world spreading the love of Dubstep to all, entertaining at events in front of 3000 ravers and more!
Recognised worldwide, Crazy's popularity is constantly increasing and with his catchy sayings he's most definitely impossible to forget! "WOAH WOAH WOAH!"
TESTOSZEROS (Drum'n'Bass)
Fresh, innovative and infectious are just three ways of describing Testoszeros' flow. He brings a new lease of life to Drum'n'Bass raves, with a style never, ever heard before.
His catchy lyrics and bubbly flow can make even the newest listeners among us bounce our shoulders and skank out.
Being in the Drum'n'Bass scene for just a short while, Testa has already made waves by becoming a resident at nights such as South London's Rollercoaster and guest appearing on many radio shows with a guaranteed phone-line massacre.
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TRUEZ (Drum'n'Bass)
Drum'n'Bass newcomer, MC Truez is already making waves with regular slots on notable radio stations such as UKflow.tv, Ravedance.net. Edge 99.7FM and Don 92.9FM.
Having already secured a residency at South Londons best known event, Rollercoaster, Truez will be featuring at events all over entertaining you with his versatile style, hosting and maximising crowd interaction to all types of Drum'n'Bass and garage - definitely one to keep the crowd involved and hyped!
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PRODUCERS
MR LAGER (Dubstep)
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SINNA (Dubstep)
Producing dark, rugged Dubstep beats, Sinna is a name to watch out for in the future.
His intelligent production creates atmosphere for it's listeners whilst keeping your head nodding to the rhythmic Dubstep beats that so many of us love. If you're looking for deep, felt, atmospheric dubstep then Sinna is most definitely your man.
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