Features
01 Sep 2010
Interview: Bun B
Bun B is one of hip hop's most talented MCs. Along with Pimp C, their group, UGK, pioneered Southern hip hop. Now enjoying success as a solo act, we got his thoughts on a whole range of subjects.
01 Sep 2010
Interview: Karton
Recently nominated for best producers at this year's Breakspoll, Kmag catches up with Australian breakbeat duo Karton to talk about their debut album, For All Seasons.
31 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Sam KDC
With forthcoming releases on DSM and 31 Records, we caught up with up-and-coming drum & bass producer Sam KDC to find out about his music and to see what he thinks of this ever-changing industry...
27 Aug 2010
Interview: Tunnidge
Tunnidge is about to become the first person to release on DJ Distance's Chestplate label so we spoke to him to gauge his response to this monumental release and explore his philosophies.
26 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Kidkut
Kidkut has been DJing since 1996 and running the bass music Immerse label since 2006. His first releases as a producer are now emerging so we caught up with him to get an exclusive mix.
25 Aug 2010
Introducing: Fushara
Fushara is a south London DnB producer with a sharp, experimental sound. His debut album drops in September, so get to know him better and download four of his tracks for free while you're at it...
20 Aug 2010
Free Track: Kraymon
Kraymon is known for producing breaks tracks but with the launch of his new label focusing on more experimental sounds that could be about to change. We spoke to him to find out about his new direction.
19 Aug 2010
Interview: Brackles
Brackles is about to drop his first commercially available mix. It documents his musical progression over the last year, showcasing a more soulful and deeper sound. We find out why...
18 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Lone
Lone has been making moves with his lush and perfectly executed productions the last few years and now he's launching his own label we can expect even more. Here he speaks about it and his future plans.
16 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Soul Intent
Soul Intent, is a Nottingham based drum & bass producer with releases on 31 Records and Creative Source. We caught up with him to hear about his forthcoming releases and plans for the future.
11 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Lutin
Veteran French DnB producer Lutin recently signed a deal with DJ Vapour's 36 Hertz label. Here at Knowledge we decided to get the lowdown on all his forthcoming projects well in advance.
10 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Technicolour & Komatic
Technicolour & Komatic have been making tunes as solo artists for years, and have stepped the game up once again by creating a name for themselves as a duo. Discover what's coming from this talented pair.
09 Aug 2010
The Essential... Mos Def
Having released just four solo albums in a near-15 year career, Mos Def is not one of hip-hop's prolifics, but a man who favours quality over quantity. Here are his ten best creations...
06 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Nymfo
Storming into 2010 with a list of major releases under his belt, Nymfo has shown his music can hang with the best. We caught up with him to see what's on the horizon for this drum & bass badman.
05 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Savage Rehab
Savage Rehab are making waves with their latest release on V Recordings & with forthcoming releases on both Liquid V & Chronic you're going to be hearing a lot more from them in the coming months...
04 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Giant
Giant are a dubstep trio hailing from St. Petersburg, Russia. Their next release is out now on HENCH so we caught up with group member Enei to chat about all things Giant.
03 Aug 2010
Guest Mix: Seba
Swedish producer Sebastian Ahrenberg, aka Seba, is still considered one of drum & bass's elite and showing no signs of slowing down in 2010. Find out what he has in store for 2010 here...
02 Aug 2010
Interview: El-P
Hip hop producer El-P needs no introduction. His new mixtape is about to drop so we caught up with him to discuss its origins, his creative process & his thoughts on why his music sounds like it does...
29 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: DJ Lee
In a career stretching back to the early days of UK dance culture DJ Lee has done it all. We caught up with him to find out more about the return of his Atlas label and to bring you his exclusive mix...
27 Jul 2010
Free track: Polska
Downtempo / DnB producer Polska is about to release his second album on Subtle Audio so we spoke to him about his Bassbin crew affiliation, his new LP and his future plans...
26 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: Akasha FX
Experimental electronic outfit Akasha FX are a new name but the producers behind it are anything but. Find out who they are and download their exclusive guest mix into the bargain...
20 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: ASC
ASC's new album Nothing Is Certain is out now on Instra:mental's Nonplus+ Records. We caught up with the man himself to get an exclusive guest mix and to find out more...
19 Jul 2010
Interview: Makoto
Makoto, Japan's premier drum & bass producer / DJ, unveils his debut digital label featuring a batch of new Japanese producers...
15 Jul 2010
The Essential... Total Science
Total Science have been rocking dance floors for 20 years and have changed the face of DnB music. Here are our top ten essential picks from their illustrious career...
14 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: 1000names
Bulgaria's 1000names have just dropped one of the most accomplished abstract hip hop LPs in recent times. We caught up with them to discover who they are and what they have got planned next.
13 Jul 2010
Interview: Macc and Dgohn
Following a plethora of releases on labels like Alphacut, Subvert Central, Offshore and Transmute, ingenious drum & bass duo Macc and Dgohn are set to release their 'Some Shit Saaaink' LP.
12 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: Optiv
Cause4Concern's Optiv has been releasing solo material on labels like Quarantine, Violence and Cyanide since 2002 & has a new 12" out on shadybrain so we met up to explore his mission...
12 Jul 2010
Interview: Klute
Klute has been releasing forward-thinking drum & bass since the mid 90s and with the release of his sixth studio album shows no sign of slowing down. We spoke to Klute to get the scoop on it...
09 Jul 2010
Interview: I.D.
You probably know I.D. from his studio partnership with Baobinga but he's an accomplished producer in his own right. To promote his new EP he's given us a free track AND a mix. Get on it...
08 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: Baobinga
Baobinga is one of the most versatile producers and DJs in dance music. His latest Riddim Team EP sees him push his heavy 'raggastep' sound. Find out what raggastep is exactly right here!
08 Jul 2010
20 Greatest Hip Hop Videos Part 2
We delve into hip hop history again, counting down the best ever hip hop videos from number ten to number one...
07 Jul 2010
Interview: Skynet
From his partnership with Stakka in the late 90s to more recent solo material, Skynet is a producer who will need no introduction to DnB fans. Here he talks about the new compilation on his nVision label.
06 Jul 2010
Interview: Shlohmo
Not to be confused with the beatboxer of the same name, Shlohmo is a producer in the flourishing LA beat scene with an LP out on Friends of Friends. Find out all about this hot new producer right here...
06 Jul 2010
Free track: Mindstorm
American drum & bass producer Matt Aiudi, aka Mindstorm, chats to us about his new album and gives away an exclusive free 320 mp3 for you to download!
05 Jul 2010
Guest Mix: The Qemists
The Qemists are back with their second album on Ninja Tune in August. We caught up with Dan from the group to find out what they have in store for us...
02 Jul 2010
Top 10 Pirate Radio Stations
All Crews author Brian Belle Fortune lists his top ten pirate radio stations...
24 Jun 2010
Guest Mix: Ingredients Records
Ingredients Records is a new label set-up to release DnB with deep vibes. We spoke to label owner DJ Psylence to find out more...
23 Jun 2010
Guest Mix: Hybris
With a new release on Modulations and some big things in the works, we sat down with Hybris to take a look at what's to come for this DnB veteran now making a name for himself as a solo act.
22 Jun 2010
Free Track: BCee
BCee's uplifting drum & bass label Spearhead is now five years old so join the celebrations by getting the latest and downloading an exclusive free track.
21 Jun 2010
Interview: Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz returns this summer with Vintage, the name of both his brand new record label and second album. We spoke to him to find out what he's got in store for us...
16 Jun 2010
Label of the Month: Digital Soundboy
Shy FX was in his mid-teens when he made tracks that helped define the early jungle scene. Since 2005, he's run Digital Soundboy with one purpose: to release music he likes, whatever the style or tempo.
15 Jun 2010
Guest Mix: A Sides
A Sides has released over 500 tracks making him one of the most prolific and versatile DnB artists around. His second LP is out now so we chatted with him on one of his rare visits back to Essex recently.
15 Jun 2010
Interview: Lorn
We speak to Lorn about his debut album out now on Flying Lotus' Brainfeeder imprint.
10 Jun 2010
Guest Mix: Samurai Music
DJ Presha runs Samurai Music from New Zealand and with forthcoming releases from the likes of Soul Intent, Calibre, Tokyo Prose, Dose, State Of Mind and Trei it's a force to be reckoned with.
09 Jun 2010
Interview: Teebs & Jackhigh
We speak to beats scene producer Jackhigh about his collaboration with Brainfeeder's Teebs on The Tropics EP. Get a track from the EP plus two remixes for free as well.
09 Jun 2010
Interview: F-Troop
F-Troop comprises of producers Erb N Dub, Tony Anthem & HD and MCs Navigator, Eksman, SMK & Alaska. We spoke to them about their new single and video and their live show plans.
08 Jun 2010
The Essential... Dillinja
Dillinja has been in hiding for the last few years, allegedly working on a new album. While the loyal fans wait, we've put together 20 of his best records to keep you pumped.
07 Jun 2010
Guest Mix: DJ Die
We catch up with the legendary Full Cycle producer for a cup of herbal tea in his studio to talk about his rise as a producer, his Clear Skyz label and his hot new single, Bright Lights.
04 Jun 2010
Interview: Netsky
Belgian DnB producer Netsky has risen through the ranks in blink-and-you'll-miss-it fashion. We speak to him about this, signing to Hospital Records and his debut album.
04 Jun 2010
Top 10 Ragga Jungle Tracks
We take a look at the top ten ragga jungle tunes that have become snap shots in time and history, serving as severely influential in the sub genre.
03 Jun 2010
Interview: Black Noise
It's been a hectic 12 months Black Noise with two EPs on Norman Cook's Southern Fried label + plenty of big name remixes. We caught up with them to find out what makes them tick...
03 Jun 2010
Free Track: Justice & Metro
Justice and Metro recently released the 839 album on Justice's Modern Urban Jazz label so we spoke to Tony Justice to find out more and get an exclusive free mp3.
02 Jun 2010
Interview: Body & Soul
Body & Soul are a drum & production production duo from Austria. They're about to bring out a compilation album on their Nasca label so we decided to discover what they're about...
02 Jun 2010
Interview: Subz & Matik
German drum & bass producers Subz & Matik on their debut album on Basswerk Records.
01 Jun 2010
20 Greatest Hip Hop Videos Part 1
We delve into hip hop history to pull out the 20 best videos of all time...
01 Jun 2010
Interview: Flore
We speak to French breaks artist Flore about her debut album, British dancehall, French hip-hop and gender equality...
28 May 2010
Interview: Ital Tek
Brighton based dubstep / electronica producer Ital Tek is about to release his second LP on Planet Mu so we caught up with him to find out about the album process, creative spontaneity & building confidence...
28 May 2010
Guest Mix: True Tiger
Knowledge caught up with True Tiger label boss Stanza to discuss the importance of collaborations, their upcoming dubstep album and their new deal with Fabric.
27 May 2010
Interview: Sub Focus
Man-of-the-moment Sub Focus on touring with Pendulum, Radio 1 support and what we can expect on his second album...
27 May 2010
Introducing: Cubist
Australian DJ / producer Cubist is one of our top ten DnB producers to watch in 2010. He's given us an exclusive mix to promote his UK tour, so we caught up with him to find out what he's about...
26 May 2010
Guest Mix: If Symptoms Persist
Bristol based dubstep imprint If Symptoms Persist has an abundance of exciting plans in the works so we caught up with head-honcho Wedge to get the lowdown.
25 May 2010
Interview: Skitz
Skitz's 2001 debut album laid the foundations for the UK hip hop scene to grow into what it is today. The follow-up is finally ready so what took him so long and what does he hope it will bring to table?
25 May 2010
Interview: Blame
We catch up with Blame at the BBC's Maida Vale studios to watch him record tracks for Mista Jam's 1Xtra show and talk about his new album...
24 May 2010
Interview: Guido
It's a year since Guido swaggered into most people's view with his assured debut 12" for Punch Drunk, and he's now set to drop his eagerly-anticipated LP for Peverelist's impeccable imprint.
21 May 2010
Guest Mix: Lynx
Lynx has had a remarkable rise to to top of the drum & bass scene and things look set to continue with the launch of his new label. We caught up with him to find out all about it and get a guest mix...
20 May 2010
Top 20 Proto Jungle Tracks
Time for a history lesson! We look back to 1991 / 1992 for the hardcore / jungle tekno tracks that spawned the jungle / drum & bass genre we know and love...
20 May 2010
Introducing: SFR
South African dubstep / drum & bass producer SFR has just mixed the latest podcast for SPL's Hollow Point label so we spoke recently to discover more about him...
19 May 2010
Guest Mix: Cabbie
DnB producer Cabbie has a huge amount tunes about to come out so we spoke to him about them plus his Pollution imprint and got his views on the current state of jump-up and more...
17 May 2010
Guest Mix: Fanu
Finnish drum & bass producer Fanu on skateboarding, Twin Peaks, working on his live show and forthcoming releases...
13 May 2010
Guest Mix: BD1982
Seclusiasis affiliate BD1982 recently released his brilliant debut LP, Lets Talk Math. Here he talks about the album, living in Japan and the bass music scene there & his exclusive guest mix.
13 May 2010
Interview: Toddla T
In the last year Toddla T has released his debut LP, produced for Bashy, Jammer & Tinchy Stryder, launched his own label and signed to Ninja Tune. We caught him with him in his home city of Sheffield.
12 May 2010
Guest Mix: Cooh
Cooh is a versatile Bulgarian producer/DJ who makes DnB, techno, dubstep & downtempo. We spoke to him about all that he's been up to recently, just in time for his new Barcode Filthcast.
11 May 2010
Top 10 Stupid Music Genre Names
We as humans love to describe stuff. To describe more easily we categorise, especially when it comes to music. Let's have a look at the results: the music scene's worst genre names.
11 May 2010
Interview: Lenzman
With his new single with Riya on Metalheadz getting the full video treatment things are blowing up right right now for this Dutch DnB producer. Check the video & get the latest on all he's up to right here...
10 May 2010
The Essential... Gang Starr
Guru from legendary hip hip outfit Gang Starr tragically passed away recently so here's our tribute to one of the greatest rappers of all time...
10 May 2010
Free Track: The Earlyman
April saw the release of the debut LP from former Spacek guitarist / co-producer, The Earlyman. Find out all about it and also download a remix of an album track by The Bug.
04 May 2010
Free Track: Take
LA-based beat producer Take really pushes the boundaries on his new album with influences ranging from dubstep & hip hop to jazz, r&b & idm. We spoke to him recently to find out more...
03 May 2010
Interview: Plastician
Plastician is a big player in grime and dubstep these days. We caught up with him to talk about his influences, working with Wiley & Skepta and how the Dubstep LA mixtape came about.
03 May 2010
The Essential... Ed Rush & Optical
Ben Settle and Matt Quinn's funky but darkly demonic productions have been fundamental in DnB's development so here are our favourite 20 Ed Rush & Optical tracks.
30 Apr 2010
Interview: Cappo
Rapper / producer Cappo has just released his second album so we caught up with him to discuss his origins as an MC and beat-maker as well as how this album came into existence.
28 Apr 2010
Label of the Month: Hospital Records
We interview the label that's home to High Contrast, London Elektricity, Danny Byrd and Netsky to find out why Hospital Records is still the most professional drum & bass imprint in the business.
28 Apr 2010
Free Track: Sinistarr
With forthcoming releases on Metalheadz and Creative Source, Sinistarr is making his mark on the DnB scene. Get to know more about this talented producer & download an exclusive free track.
28 Apr 2010
Interview: DC Breaks
Just days from the release of the Halo EP, their most important work to date, we spoke with DC Breaks about it and their plans for the future...
27 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: D Product
Versatile drum & bass producer D Product has given us an exclusive mix to showcase some of the multi-genre material he's currently working on for his new album...
26 Apr 2010
Introducing: Script
Script is currently making waves with some of the scenes most respected tastemakers. Kmag caught up with him to find out more.
23 Apr 2010
Interview: P.U.D.G.E.
P.U.D.G.E.'s forthcoming LP for the RAMP Recordings sees his productions reach new levels. We spoke to the man behind the productions to find out a bit more about Idiot Box.
22 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: Digital
The mighty Digital comes correct with a dub heavy mix featuring many of his forthcoming releases on his own Function imprint alongside tracks on Exit, Metalheadz and Chronic.
21 Apr 2010
Interview: Danny Byrd
Kmag catches up with drum & bass producer Danny Byrd as he puts the finishing touches to his second album for Hospital Records.
20 Apr 2010
Six Of The Best: Blame
Which six tracks inspired Blame to start making music?
19 Apr 2010
Interview: Ty
To mark the release of his fourth album, Special Kind of Fool, we yanked Ty out of the studio for an in depth chat about his latest project.
16 Apr 2010
Interview: Souls of Mischief
We caught up with hip hop legends Souls of Mischief on their recent tour promoting a limited edition box set of their latest album in conjunction with Carhartt.
15 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: F-One
South London dubstep DJ and producer F-One on why after such a long time in the game it's finally time to release his debut album...
15 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: Insight
Insight is a Brighton based DnB producer making noise on imprints like Broken Audio, Commercial Suicide and Play:Muzik. Check all his tracks on these labels and more on his guest mix...
14 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: Code 3
With their new single dropping on Exit, rumours of a release on Critical and plenty more in the pipeline, Kmag caught up with SP:MC, Jubei and Dakuan, aka Code 3, to see what's going on.
13 Apr 2010
Free Track: Naibu
French DnB producer Naibu discusses his approach to making music, his new EP on Horizons and gives us an exclusive free track.
12 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: Blocks
On the heels of a fresh vinyl release on Inside Recordings, a sister label of Horizons Music, we sat down with Cambridge based drum & bass producer Blocks to see what the future holds for him.
12 Apr 2010
Interview: F
French dubstep producer F on his new album, the evolving dubstep sound and why Fabric is his favourite club to play.
09 Apr 2010
Uprooted: Sabre & Alix Perez - Solitary Native
Which track links drum & bass producers Sabre & Alix Perez, hip hop outfit Souls of Mischief and jazz-fusion master Billy Cobham?
09 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: Spinline
Deep DnB trio Spinline are making waves with their latest release on SGN:LTD and forthcoming tunes on Frequency and Ram. Get the scoop and an exclusive mix of all their own tracks...
08 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: DJ Liondub
DJ Liondub runs Liondub International, a label specialising in any form of music originating from reggae: jungle, dubstep, roots, dancehall, etc. Find out more and get an exclusive d&b mix...
08 Apr 2010
Introducing: Cyclone Recordings
Kano from techstep label Sinuous & Dynamic have started a new label called Cyclone with an emphasis on releasing the freshest minimal & experimental dnb. Kano explains why & gives us a guest mix.
07 Apr 2010
Interview: Dynamite MC
The versatile Dynamite MC on his latest hip hop mixtape, working on his new electro influenced album, performing live and writing a book...
07 Apr 2010
Free track: Current Value
Get the latest on Current Value's new album on Subsistenz and download a free track from the LP and an exclusive mix...
06 Apr 2010
A Week In The Life Of... Raiden
We spend seven days with Raiden as he plays gigs in Madrid, Amsterdam and Edinburgh and plans the launch of his new Voodoo Music label.
06 Apr 2010
Interview: Nero
With their new single due later this month, drum & bass / dubstep duo Nero speak to Kmag about their journey, influences and the latest on their album.
01 Apr 2010
Free Track: NC-17
Canadian DnB duo NC-17 have been making waves recently with big releases on Viper and this looks set to continue with their forthcoming Hardware 12". Download their remix of AK1200's Fake.
01 Apr 2010
Guest Mix: DJ Storm
The first lady of drum & bass gives us an exclusive hour long mix features tracks from S.P.Y, Calibre, DKay, A.I . ft. dBridge, Total Science and Spectrasoul.
01 Apr 2010
Interview: Bachelors Of Science
Gearing up for the release of their second full length LP, Warehouse Dayz, San Francisco based duo Bachelors of Science are poised to make some serious noise in the DnB community in 2010.
31 Mar 2010
Interview: Noisia
Noisia talk to Kmag about their eagerly anticipated debut LP, how they made that album cover and their plans for an epic live project.
31 Mar 2010
Guest Mix: Reid Speed
Reid Speed made her name through the NYC DnB scene in the 90s but since moving to LA a few years ago is now known as a versatile DJ / producer playing & making electro, fidget, dubstep & DnB.
30 Mar 2010
Uprooted: Goldie's Timeless and Brian Eno
Goldie's Timeless is perhaps the best-known drum & bass album of all time but which track on it samples ambient pioneer Brian Eno?
30 Mar 2010
Interview: Joker
Joker is about to release one of the most hotly anticipated dubstep tracks in recent memory, Tron. We caught up with him to see what he makes of his meteoric rise into the spotlight...
29 Mar 2010
Interview: Ikonika
Ikonika's stunning debut 12" for Hyperdub immediately caused people to sit up and take notice and now she invites you to immerse yourself in her world with the release of her debut LP.
26 Mar 2010
Interview: Rusko
Kmag speaks to Rusko about his debut album, living in America and where he thinks dubstep is heading...
23 Mar 2010
Interview: Lemonde
You don't normally associate Valve with being quiet but things have been rather quiet at the Valve camp recently so we caught up with Lemonde to find out what they're up to...
22 Mar 2010
Guest Mix: Kito
Kmag talks to Australian dubstep artist Kito about her contribution to music down under and her next step of moving to London...
22 Mar 2010
Interview: Sabre
Sabre's forthcoming ambitious debut album will cement his position as a force to be reckoned with in electronic music. Get the the inside info right here...
19 Mar 2010
Interview: Mary Anne Hobbs
Mary Anne Hobbs is regarded as the person who broke dubstep on an international scale with the famous Dubstep Warz special. But that was over four years ago, now she discusses the sound in 2010.
19 Mar 2010
Interview: Scuba
Berlin-based DJ / producer Scuba on why his new album has a more dancefloor focused-sound and what's coming on his forward-thinking Hot Flush label.
17 Mar 2010
Uprooted: Roni Size and New Forms
One of the most prominent samples on Reprazent's classic New Forms LP is on Destination. Believe it or not the intro to this feel-good, summertime roller is from an Everything But The Girl track.
16 Mar 2010
Guest Mix: Octane & DLR
DnB duo Octane & DLR have forthcoming releases on labels like Renegade Hardware, Dispatch and Sonorous and are tipped for big things this year. Time to find out what all the fuss is about...
16 Mar 2010
Interview: Richie Balboa
Richie Balboa on winning Best Breakthrough DJ and Best Radio Station for NSB at the recent Breakspoll Awards, the Miami Winter Music Conference, his Juno podcast and his mix for us...
12 Mar 2010
Interview: Breakage
Breakage's highly anticipated second album has been two years in the making, it's now ready for release so we grabbed a quick word with him to find out all about it...
11 Mar 2010
Guest Mix: Mason & Dstar
Top US drum & bass DJs Mason & Dstar battle Down Jones & beasTmode, their respective dubstep alter egos, in a heavy hitting guest mix featuring lots of exclusive tracks.
11 Mar 2010
The Essential... Ram Records
Ram Records is one of the most successful drum & bass labels of all time. Still going strong after nearly 20 years, it's time to run through our favourite 20 Ram tunes...
10 Mar 2010
Interview: Jakwob
Two years ago Jakwob wanted to be in a band, now he's the dubstep producer on everyone's lips... find out why inside.
10 Mar 2010
Guest Mix: Amoss
DnB duo Amoss may be relatively new to production, but they've already made themselves comfortable in the scene with their forward-thinking, sinister style of music. Check it for yourself with their guest mix...
09 Mar 2010
Uprooted: Adam F - Circles
Released in 1995, Circles was Adam F's big break. Smooth, refined and effortlessly funky, its secret is the keyboard sample, but where did Adam take it from?
02 Mar 2010
Interview: Mark Pritchard
We speak to electronic music legend Mark Pritchard about his new dubstep release on Mala's Deep Medi imprint and why he's now releasing music under his own name...
02 Mar 2010
Interview: Machine Code
Machine Code have mixed Barcode Recordings' new Filthcast so we caught up with them to discover what they've been up to recently. Download their mix featuring many of their forthcoming tunes too...
01 Mar 2010
Interview: Elite Force
Elite Force's new Re:Vamped LP takes the concept of mixing, remixing, sampling & writing music to new heights, by creating 15 pieces of music, composed from bits and pieces of existing tracks.
25 Feb 2010
Interview: MRK1
MRK1, the production force behind Virus Syndicate, talks about the new compilation on his Contagious label, his Studio Rockers single and his plans for 2010. Plus download a MRK1 mix.
24 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Mutated Forms
Mutated Forms are a trio of drum & bass producers signed exclusively to Twisted Individual's Grid imprint. Get the latest on what they're up to and download their exclusive mix.
23 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Paul SG
Paul SG is a German DnB DJ / producer living in Austria. Championed by LTJ Bukem things are definitely looking good. High time for an interview and a guest mix then...
22 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Lung
Knowledge chats to Cardiff based dubstep producer Lung about his debut single and gets a mix featuring many forthcoming releases on Kokeshi.
21 Feb 2010
How To Start A Digital Record Label Pt. 2
In the middle of our three-part guide, we reveal how to make an artist website, register a record label and get on iTunes.
19 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Ramp Recordings
Check this special Ramp Recordings mix featuring many new tracks on the label + minimixes from EPs & LPs coming from Shortstuff, Tokimonsta, P.U.D.G.E. & Maxmillion Dunbar.
18 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Outrage
Having taken a year out to teach music in Thailand, Outrage is back on the beats and feeling happier in the studio than he's ever been. He explains why the time is right to relaunch his label Backlash.
18 Feb 2010
Feature: Camo & Krooked
We speak to the Austrian drum & bass duo as their debut album hits the shops.
17 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Zero T
Zero T is launching his own label in March. Entitled Footprints, we spoke to him to get the latest on this and everything else he's up to this year. Download his exclusive mix as well.
16 Feb 2010
A Week In The Life Of... 4hero
From hip hop to future soul to old skool jungle, spend an eclectic seven days with Mark Mac from 4hero.
15 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Phil Source
Phil Source's Vampire Records imprint has just released its second compilation, Drumz Of The Damned. We spoke to him to find out more and he also gave us an exclusive guest mix.
15 Feb 2010
Uprooted: Chase & Status Take You Away
Chase & Status are fast becoming one of the most commercially successful DnB duos in history and with hits like Take Me Away it's not hard to see why. Where did they source that vocal from though?
13 Feb 2010
The Essential... Debut DnB Singles
While some music makers toil their whole lives in search of a hit, the ten drum & bass producers in this list did it on their first try.
12 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Dakosa
Dakosa are a dnb production outfit with forthcoming releases on labels like Broken Audio, Qilin Music .shadybrain. Discover what they're all about and download their exclusive mix...
12 Feb 2010
Six Of The Best: dBridge
dBridge talks us through his six favourite tunes of all time and what they mean to him...
12 Feb 2010
How To Start A Digital Record Label
In 2010, vinyl is being buried alive, CDs are last millennium and online is everything. In this three-part guide, we explicitly show you how to start a digital record label.
11 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Callide
We speak to Gloucester based drum & bass DJ / producer Callide about what's in store for him and his System Shock imprint in 2010 and grab an exclusive guest mix.
09 Feb 2010
Interview: Greymatter
Greymatter's forthcoming LP takes in elements of everything, from funk, house, dub and soul to techno, hip hop, jazz and jungle. Find out more and download an exclusive TRG dubstep remix.
09 Feb 2010
Free Track: Blue Motion
Get to know Blue Motion who have forthcoming tracks on labels like Influenza Media, Vibez, Future Thinkin' & Good Looking and download an exclusive free track and guest mix!
08 Feb 2010
Uprooted: Majestic Calibre & High Contrast
Calibre & High Contrast are the leading exponents of musical, 'liquid' drum & bass, so when the pair collaborated in 2004 on Mr Majestic, DJs and fans were waiting with bated breath.
04 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Implex & Enei
St. Petersburg's Implex & Enei get together to record an exclusive mix for Knowledge, showcasing Russia's deep dancefloor drum & bass.
04 Feb 2010
Guest Mix: Black Acre
Black Acre is a Bristol based future dubstep label with an artist roster boasting names like Blue Daisy, Akira Kiteshi & Von D. Find out what they've got in store for 2010 and download their exclusive mix.
03 Feb 2010
Introducing: Mr Joseph
Kmag catches up with DnB DJ / producer Mr Joseph to find out about the man behind Fizzy Beats and why he's attracting the attention of some of the biggest artists in the scene.
02 Feb 2010
Interview: Phace & Misanthrop
Phace & Misanthrop's new album on their Neosignal imprint is a journey into a science-fiction world.
02 Feb 2010
Uprooted: DJ Hazard and Machete
DJ Hazard often enhances his tracks with samples taken from movies. Unlike many producers he's willing to look beyond the obvious choices, so where did he get the sample for Machete?
01 Feb 2010
10 DnB Albums To Look Forward To In 2010
For drum & bass lovers, we sifted through a ton of releases to carefully select the diamond releases of 2010.
27 Jan 2010
Top 10 DnB Producers For 2010
As we roll into the new decade, a whole new breed of d&b producers are taking up the baton and pushing the scene in new fresh & exciting directions. Here we pick out our top 10 tips for the top for 2010...
27 Jan 2010
Guest Mix: Methodus (Bassdrive)
Bassdrive resident DJ Methodus tells us all about the future plans of this leading internet radio station and gives us a top class deep drum & bass mix to boot.
27 Jan 2010
10 Dubstep Producers To Watch In 2010
It's impossible to try and predict where dubstep will go in 2010, but here are some of the people that are poised to excite in the coming year...
26 Jan 2010
Grime in 2010
Like most pirate scenes, there's always been more grime on the airwaves than in the shops, but recently the latter has shrunk massively. However a small cluster of labels are determined to turn things around.
25 Jan 2010
Top 10 Beats Scene Producers For In 2010
Thanks to figurehead Flying Lotus, the sound of the beats scene has entered the mainstream, here are ten other producers to keep an eye on in 2010...
21 Jan 2010
Guest Mix: Boka
Boka label boss Jon gives us an exclusive guest mix and talks to us about their plans for 2010, heavy metal influences and the future of dubstep.
20 Jan 2010
The Essential... Doc Scott
Doc Scott was one of the producers who started it all. Many drum & bass tracks you hear today can in some way be related back to this man. Let's take a look back on his ten finest moments.
20 Jan 2010
10 Things You Need To Know About Rockwell
Up-and-coming DnB producer Rockwell has his debut EP coming out on Critical in early February, here are ten things you need to know about him...
20 Jan 2010
Guest Mix: Slum Dogz
Swan-E, Picto & MC Krafty, aka Slum Dogz, give us a high-octane D&B mix and introduce us to 'slum & bass'.
19 Jan 2010
Feature: Elevator Music
Fabric's new Elevator Music compilation is a collection of tracks tied together only by a love for bass, experimentation and a rough 140 bpm template. We find out more...
18 Jan 2010
Uprooted: DJ Marky's Guitar On LK
DJ Marky and XRS's LK injected a much-needed dose of Brazilian flair into the scene when it launched on V Recordings in 2002, but where did they get that guitar riff from?
17 Jan 2010
Interview: Adam F
Adam F explains what it's like working with rockstar US rappers, hot on the heels of his latest single featuring Redman.
15 Jan 2010
Guest Mix: Kidkanevil
Kidkanevil's new album is a rich mixture of hip hop, dubstep, bass and wonky and deserves to put him right up there with Flying Lotus. Find out more and download his exclusive mix for us...
14 Jan 2010
10 Hip Hop LPs To Look Forward To In 2010
Here’s our pick of the US hip hop albums that are going to make 2010 a perfect start to the fifth decade of rap...
13 Jan 2010
Check The Label: Black Hoe
Migu from the Black Hoe group of labels tells us all about them and gives us an exclusive showcase mix featuring forthcoming tracks.
11 Jan 2010
Uprooted: High Contrast Cries A River
The key to High Contrast's infectious brand of 'uplifting jungle' is his ear for a great sample. The track Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is a good example. So where did he get the vocal sample from?
08 Jan 2010
Introducing: FD
With beats coming out on top drum & bass labels like Critical and CIA Deepkut, FD is another name to watch out for in 2010.
07 Jan 2010
Guest Mix: S.P.Y
S.P.Y has a slew of releases coming out in the next few months so we got him to make us a guest mix brim full of exclusive dubs from the likes of Nu:Tone, Breakage, Q Project, A-Sides and C.A.B.L.E
06 Jan 2010
Japanese Dubstep: Harikiri
Dubstep is currently flourishing in Japan thanks to the efforts of a few DJs, promoters and producers, here are some of their stories.
06 Jan 2010
Introducing: June Miller
June Miller is the name of a drum & bass / dubstep duo you'll be hearing a lot more of in 2010. Get the latest on what they're up to and download their amazing exclusive mix.
05 Jan 2010
Uprooted: Shy FX & The Jamaicans
Discover the roots of Shy FX & T Power's track Everyday from 2005...
05 Jan 2010
Japanese Dubstep: Greg G
Dubstep is currently flourishing in Japan thanks to the efforts of a few DJs, promoters and producers, here are some of their stories.
04 Jan 2010
Japanese Dubstep: Ena
Dubstep is currently flourishing in Japan thanks to the efforts of a few DJs, promoters and producers, here are some of their stories.
30 Dec 2009
Japanese Dubstep: Hyaku-mado
Dubstep is currently flourishing in Japan thanks to the efforts of a few DJs, promoters and producers and over the course of this week we'll be bringing you their stories.
29 Dec 2009
Japanese Dubstep: Goth-trad
Dubstep is currently flourishing in Japan thanks to the efforts of a few DJs, promoters and producers and over the course of this week we'll be bringing you their stories. First up is Goth-trad.
24 Dec 2009
Guest Mix: Basher
Up-and-coming drum & bass producer Basher on signing to RAM's Frequency sister label, how he produces tracks and CD DJing. Plus download his exclusive free mix...
23 Dec 2009
Interview: Forensics
Dubstep producer Forensics on his A Bridge Far Away moniker, working with Indi Kaur and the 111 bpm movement he's pioneering. Plus! Download his exclusive 111 mix for free.
22 Dec 2009
The Essential Dubstep Tracks Of The 00s
This decade has seen dubstep explode and diversify worldwide. So what were the 20 best tunes that helped it become so popular over the last ten years?
21 Dec 2009
Guest Mix: Alien Pimp
Alien Pimp's debut album features excursions in many genres but always retains a deep "dubsteppish" backbone. Get the latest and also download his excellent exclusive bass music mix...
21 Dec 2009
Guest Mix: Aaron Jay
Aaron Jay is the man behind liquid drum & bass imprint Influence Records. He's put together an exclusive mix for us featuring tracks from A-Sides, Redeyes & Sinistarr, Spirit & Atlantic Connection.
18 Dec 2009
The Essential DnB Tracks Of The 00s
What better way to end the decade than by listing our most essential drum & bass tunes of the 00s?
17 Dec 2009
Guest Mix: Sonorous
Hayze from deep drum & bass label Sonorous talks us through his plans for 2010 and gives us an exclusive mix alongside MC Messy...
17 Dec 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Digital Mystikz - Anti-War Dub
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
16 Dec 2009
Interview: Erb N Dub
Erb N Dub has been very busy of late, what with starting a label, making a video for his new single Fire Bun and a whole lot more. Get the latest here...
16 Dec 2009
Exclusive Mix: Cause4Concern
Cause4Concern give us the latest on their forthcoming singles and offer up a tasty exclusive mix featuring 19 tracks from the likes of Noisia, Spor, Rockwell, Spectrasoul, Dillinja and ASC.
15 Dec 2009
Label Of The Month: Planet Mu
Our Label Of The Month for December is Mike Paradinas' legendary experimental imprint Planet Mu. Get the latest on their 2010 plans and download our exclusive free mix...
14 Dec 2009
Interview: Phobia & Jubei
Phobia & Jubei have just released the third 12" on Phobia's Coded Music. Here they tell us about their working the relationship and Phobia gives us an exclusive free mix...
11 Dec 2009
Interview: Dubbledge
The UK rapper on One Inch Punch, his new mixtape of revamped classics and what we can expect on his forthcoming album...
11 Dec 2009
Interview: Martyn
Martyn might be the progressive face of dubstep, but he's a traditionalist in one area: mixing. For the 50th entry in Fabric's mix-CD series, he's plumped for a relatively old-fashioned live mix.
10 Dec 2009
Uprooted: Prodigy Chase The Devil
Discover the roots of The Prodigy's classic rave track Out of Space...
10 Dec 2009
Interview: Hatcha
One of the founding fathers of dubstep on its development into an international genre and his new label with N Type.
09 Dec 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Afrika Bambaataa - Planet Rock
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
08 Dec 2009
Free Track: Subeena
With a recent release on Planet Mu, her excellent monthly show Sub FM and a busy DJ diary Subeena is making a name for herself. Find out more and download an exclusive free track.
08 Dec 2009
A Week In The Life Of... DJ Vapour
We spend seven days (and a bit) with DJ Vapour as he builds up to the release of the Back To The Bass compilation on his 36 Hertz Recordings label.
04 Dec 2009
Guest Mix: Robot Koch
For anybody pondering where dubstep can go next without continuing to repeat itself, look no further than Berlin-based producer extraordinaire Robot Koch.
04 Dec 2009
Introducing: Dub Foundation
Dub Foundation have just signed to Simon Bassline Smith & Drumsound's Technique imprint. Find out what they're about and download an exclusive mix while you're at it...
03 Dec 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Shy FX & UK Apache - Original Nuttah
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
03 Dec 2009
Exclusive Free Track: SPL
To celebrate the release of his new album American drum and bass / dubstep producer SPL has given us an exclusive MP3 for you to download.
02 Dec 2009
Interview: Chook
The Luxembourg-based producer on his new album and what drum and bass can learn from techno...
02 Dec 2009
Interview: Hektagon
Hektagon is a Spanish dubstep producer now living in London and his debut album is a homage to his adopted home. Find out more and download a free album promo mix...
01 Dec 2009
Exclusive Free Track: Matt-U
Matt-U is one of Budapest's most prolific and respected drum & bass / dubstep producers and you can download an exclusive unreleased dubstep track he made with TRG right here...
01 Dec 2009
Interview: The Upbeats
The New Zealand drum and bass duo talk us through Big Skeleton, their third album...
30 Nov 2009
Introducing: Chrome Kids
Chrome Kids play dubstep, hulk hop, acid crunk, glitch hop and other digitally mutated strains of hip-hop and bass music. Download their amazing exclusive mix for us & check them in action.
27 Nov 2009
Interview: Peverelist
As he prepares to release his new LP, we talk to Peverelist about why he's uncomfortable calling it an album, the integration of human life and technology and why his music isn't dubstep.
27 Nov 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Thursday Club - A Place Called Acid
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
25 Nov 2009
Exclusive Mix: Ranking Records
Knowledge talks to Planas, co-founder of Ranking Records, about choirs, sound system culture, why his biggest influence is J Dilla and his exclusive mix for us.
24 Nov 2009
Free Track: Paul T
Download Chances by liquid drum and bass producer Paul T for free...
23 Nov 2009
Exclusive Mix: Subculture
Maztek from Italian drum and bass label Subculture gives us a mix featuring tracks from the likes of Spectrasoul, Prolix, Cern Ewun, Jade, Audio & Future Signal and Cause4Concern.
23 Nov 2009
Interview: Icicle
Icicle on his new Cold Fear EP, working on his debut album and providing free samples for our exclusive remix competition.
20 Nov 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Skream - Midnight Request Line
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
20 Nov 2009
Interview: Shut Up And Dance
Shut Up And Dance have just released a new compilation celebrating 20 years in the game. We grabbed five minutes with PJ & Smiley to find out what's kept them at the top for so long...
20 Nov 2009
Interview: Dom & Roland
Dom & Roland's new album (his fifth) is called No Strings Attached & features collaborations with Amon Tobin, Noisia, Audio, Rob Playford, Hive & 7 new solo tracks. Here's what he had to say about it...
19 Nov 2009
Introducing: Dread MC
Dread is a fresh dubstep & DnB MC from southwest England. Dread performs regularly alongside Skream, Benga & Die and has made tunes with Jaydan, Gatekeeper & Redlight. Check him out...
19 Nov 2009
Uprooted: Metallica Meet Chase & Status
Want to know which Metallica track Chase & Status sampled for their Saxon track?
18 Nov 2009
All Crews: Telling Tales
In 2004 we published a book on DnB called All Crews by Brian Belle Fortune. To celebrate the release of the new All Crews tees in the Knowledge store here's a feature Brian wrote for our final issue...
18 Nov 2009
Exclusive Mix: Jo-S
Jo-S is a multi-talented DnB DJ/producer/vocalist based out of LA. With his vocals cropping up on tracks like Lenzman's Emeralds more & more we decided to check him out & get a guest mix.
17 Nov 2009
Free Track: Kromestar
Kromestar is one of dubstep's most prolific producers and with the dust having barely settled on his debut album My Sound, released in March, comes the release of The Other Syde LP.
16 Nov 2009
Feature: Russian Drum & Bass
As Hospital Records releases their Future Sound of Russia compilation we take a closer look at the Russian drum and bass scene...
16 Nov 2009
The Essential... Metalheadz
As 15 Years of Metalheadz hits the shops we list the top ten tracks on possibly the best-ever drum & bass label...
13 Nov 2009
Tunes That Shaped: London Posse - London Posse
Each week we look at classic tunes that helped shape drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
13 Nov 2009
Uprooted: Common - The Light
Which track connects Common's The Light and Brookes Brothers' drum & bass tune of the same name?
13 Nov 2009
Exclusive Mix: DJ/rupture & Matt Shadetek
There are two words to strike terror into the hearts of any music fan: Concept. Album. And yet there are times when the opposite is true, such as the new album from DJ/rupture & Matt Shadetek.
13 Nov 2009
Interview: Desto
Finland isn't the first place you'd associate with dubstep, but Finnish dubstep is on the rise with producers like Tes La Rok and Clouds. Another name to add to that list soon is Desto, check him out...
12 Nov 2009
Guest Mix: Temper D
Temper D is known for hard-hitting drum & bass but he's currently reinventing himself as a bass driven house producer. Check out his new sound with this exclusive mix...
10 Nov 2009
Six Of The Best: Aquasky
Brent from Aquasky chooses his six all-time favourite tracks and explains what makes them so special...
10 Nov 2009
Guest Mix: Komonazmuk
Komonazmuk is making big moves in the dubstep scene right now and his exclusive guest mix for us shows why...
09 Nov 2009
Interview: Silkie
Silkie's debut album was released earlier this year to widespread critical acclaim but this dubstep producer isn't resting on his laurels with a new single out soon and possibly even an album with Joker.
09 Nov 2009
Interview: Camo & Krooked
Camo & Krooked have been making waves in DnB for some time now. With loads of new releases and rumours of an album, we thought it time for an interview with these dancefloor destroying Austrians.
06 Nov 2009
The Essential... Bad Company
With the impending re-release of the Bad Company UK Classics EP we list our all-time top ten tracks by the original drum & bass supergroup...
06 Nov 2009
Interview: Naphta
Naphta is one of the stalwarts of the Irish dnb scene but his latest album is something different, a downtempo impressionistic hour-long piece that draws upon received sound from 40 years of war.
05 Nov 2009
Interview: DJ Rap
DJ Rap needs no introduction to drum & bass fans but since she moved to LA 7 years ago to become a house DJ it's all been a bit quiet on the dnb front. Not any more though, so what's she got in store?
05 Nov 2009
Interview: Lynx
2009 has been a massive year for Lynx what with the release of The Raw Truth album. Here he tells about his experiences touring and announces the launch of his own label in 2010.
05 Nov 2009
Introducing: B-Complex
B-Complex is an up-and-coming drum and bass producer from Bratislava, Slovakia. Get to know all about him here...
03 Nov 2009
Interview: Emalkay
Emalkay has been building a name for himself for a number of years now pushing the heavier, darker side of the dubstep spectrum and is quickly joining the ranks of the biggest players in the scene.
02 Nov 2009
Interview: Blu Mar Ten
With Blu Mar Ten's first all drum and bass album Natural History just released we sat down with them to have a deep discussion about it and so much more...
02 Nov 2009
Uprooted: Gangstarr - Just To Get A Rep
What do Gangstarr's Just To Get A Rep and the theme tune to Futurama have in common?
02 Nov 2009
Tunes That Shaped: Omni Trio - Renegade Snares
In this new series we'll be looking at the tunes that helped shape scenes like drum & bass, dubstep, breakbeat and hip hop.
30 Oct 2009
Six Of The Best: Krafty Kuts
We asked Krafty Kuts to pick his six all-time favourite tracks from his collection and explain what makes them so special...
29 Oct 2009
Exclusive Mix: DJ JFB
Winner of the 2007 UK DMC Championships and turntablist extraordinaire, JFB has risen through the ranks to become one of the most in-demand DJs to emerge from Brighton in recent times.
29 Oct 2009
Introducing: Randomer
Randomer's excellent new single, Scapegoat / Appetite, straddles the boundaries between d&b, UK funky and 'wonky' hip hop. Get to know Randomer and what's he's about right here...
28 Oct 2009
Interview: Elemental
We talk to leftfield dubstep producer Elemental about his forthcoming debut album, Messages From The Void.
26 Oct 2009
Opinion: The Lost Art Of DJing
The latest controversy on the drum and bass forums is the hot topic of DJs playing pre-mixed CDs at gigs. Here's our take on things...
24 Oct 2009
Exclusive Mix: Ulterior Motive
Ulterior Motive are a new drum & bass duo with a big future ahead of them. They recently signed to TeeBee's Subtitles label and the GRAM DJ agency. Download their podcast for GRAM exclusively here!
23 Oct 2009
A Week In The Life Of... Kasra
We spend seven days with label boss Kasra as his Critical Sound compilation is released. From playing in Poland to appearances on Fabio & Grooverider's Radio 1 show to noodles in Cardiff!
22 Oct 2009
Interview: Digital & Outrage
Final demand bills piling up on the doorstep? Digital and Outrage know how it feels. In fact, it's the theme for their new album Red Letter. Get the inside info here.
20 Oct 2009
Interview: Future Funk Squad
The breakbeat hero on his new remix album, turning his back on electro house and getting his drink spiked with acid in Tel Aviv!
19 Oct 2009
Exclusive Mix: Talen
Switzerland isn't the first place that comes to mind when considering forward-thinking electronic music, which is the exact situation that Talen are here to correct.
15 Oct 2009
Exclusive Free Track: The Moody Boyz
The Moody Boyz is a true dance music legend. He's been making experimental dub music since the 80s and now runs the Studio Rockers label. We spoke to him on the eve of their first compilation release.
14 Oct 2009
Feature: Fabric Is 10
Knowledge speaks to some of the key players behind the legendary nightclub known as fabric - DJ Hype, Marcus Intalex, Caspa - to sum up the significance of its tenth birthday.
14 Oct 2009
Introducing: Marlow
Marlow is by no means a newcomer to dubstep. He released his first track in 2006 and has a very impressive collection of artist 12"s & remixes under his belt. We get the latest on his new single & label...
14 Oct 2009
Interview: Alix Perez
With his stunning debut album 1984 having been unleashed on Monday to a rapturous response from punters and critics alike, Knowledge caught up with man of the moment Alix Perez to get the full story.
13 Oct 2009
Interview: Sub Focus
As Sub Focus unleashes one of the most keenly anticipated records of the past couple of years, Knowledge took the opportunity to visit him at his brand new studio...
13 Oct 2009
Interview: Kelpe
If there was something decidedly fishy about the career to date of sea-loving 'headnodtronica' producer Kelpe, then his new album deliberately shifts away from dominating nautical overtones.
12 Oct 2009
Interview: Bashy
Rapper Bashy has switched the studio for the stage to star in Jonzi D's production Markus The Sadist this month. We interrupted rehearsals to get the low-down on this, future movie roles and his new album...
09 Oct 2009
A Week In The Life Of... The Nextmen
We go on the road with The Nextmen for a week and Dom gives us an insight into the not-so-glamourous world of the touring DJ!
09 Oct 2009
Feature: Sub-Genres
Sub-genres have always existed in dance music but recently they have exploded in number, we look at this growing trend and what it means...
09 Oct 2009
Interview: Cluekid
Cluekid has been a prominent dubstep producer for some years now. He's got a new 12" out on Subsonik soon so we caught up with him to find out what exactly is the Shatner Chop...
08 Oct 2009
The Usual Questions: Mary Anne Hobbs
Radio 1's Mary Anne Hobbs answers our questions this month...
08 Oct 2009
Interview: Bassnectar
Bassnectar describes his music as "omni-tempo maximalism". We're not sure what that means, but don't let that put you off checking his new LP, 'Cozza Frenzy', an infectious blend of dubstep & electro.
07 Oct 2009
Six Of The Best: High Contrast
In the first of what will be a regular series of features on Knowledge, we asked High Contrast to choose six of his favourite tracks and talk about them.
07 Oct 2009
Uprooted: Coki - Burnin'
Want to know where Coki got his inspiration for Burnin'?
07 Oct 2009
Feature: The Birth Of MCing
MCing in drum & bass and dubstep can be traced back to the fast chat style pioneered by UK reggae sound systems like Saxon in the 80s. We look back at its influence with Tippa Irie, Flinty Badman & GQ.
06 Oct 2009
Interview: Point B
Unforgiving streets are the thread that connects Richard Bultitude with his brooding electronica-informed dubstep-ish work as Point B. So why is his new album called 'Suicide Beauty Spot'?
05 Oct 2009
Interview: King Cannibal
Naming his album after a quote from an infamous cult leader is one marker that King Cannibal possesses significantly darker, more twisted traits than the dubstep scene he has been lazily associated with.
02 Oct 2009
Exclusive Free Track: ICR
To celebrate the release of his new album Hungarian drum and bass producer ICR has given us an exclusive MP3 for you to download.
30 Sep 2009
Interview: Logistics
As he releases his third album for Hospital Records, we talk to one of the most distinctive and revered producers in drum and bass.
29 Sep 2009
Interview: Anti-Pop Consortium
The leftfield hip hop heroes talk about reforming and their new album out this week...
28 Sep 2009
Interview: Kryptic Minds
Kryptic Minds recently switched from making drum and bass to dubstep. Here the duo tell us why and what we can expect on their new album 'One Of Us'.
28 Sep 2009
Uprooted: Tech Itch - Elevation
Discover the roots of Tech Itch's Elevation...
24 Sep 2009
Interview: Jade
Hungarian drum and bass producer Jade gives us the inside info on his debut album 'Venom'...
23 Sep 2009
Exclusive Mix: DJ Riot
DJ Riot from Lisbon band Buraka Som Sistema recently launched his own drum'n'bass / dubstep label Faster Music. Find out all about it and download his exclusive mix right here...
21 Sep 2009
Interview: Trei
New Zealand based drum & bass producer Trei has steadily built a name for himself over the last few years and now he's taking it to the next level with the release of his debut album.
21 Sep 2009
Uprooted: Serial Killaz - Mash You Down
The link between reggae and drum & bass is so strong that producers can sometimes simply reinvent classic reggae songs as dnb tracks. This is what Serial Killaz did with their Mash You Down tune.
16 Sep 2009
Uprooted: Taxman - Too Bad
Where did Taxman get the brilliant "you're too bad, you're too rude" vocal sample from in his Too Bad track?
15 Sep 2009
Interview: Futurebound
Futurebound's Viper imprint has just released their biggest project to date, the 'Acts of Mad Men' LP. Futurebound gives us the story on it and their future plans.
14 Sep 2009
Interview: Redlight
DJ Clipz, having decimated the drum and bass scene for the best part of a decade, has spread his wings and created a new genre.
11 Sep 2009
Interview: Big Bud
Big Bud is known for his fine atmospheric drum & bass but his new album, 'Connections', promises to be his most dancefloor yet. We get the latest on this and much more...
28 Aug 2009
Uprooted: Lomax - Artisan VIP
Lomax must, like me, be a fan of the animated comedy Family Guy because I spotted that he sampled the show on his recent smash Artisan VIP.
28 Aug 2009
The Usual Questions: Fanu
Want to know who would be playing at Fanu's ideal night out or where he surfs on the internet? Better read The Usual Questions...
26 Aug 2009
Interview: Chase & Status
Chase & Status' first official interview since signing to a major.
18 Aug 2009
Interview: DJ Fresh
Loved by thousands of electronic music fans, we get up-to-the-minute information on what DJ Fresh is doing in 2009.
18 Aug 2009
Interview: Toddla T
Toddla T is the latest DJ to compile a mix for the illustrious FabricLive CD series. So what's it all about? Find out here...
05 Aug 2009
Interview: Brother
Brother has just released his debut album for Fokuz Recordings. Read all about it AND download a free promo mix right here...
05 Aug 2009
Interview: D-Code and Nerm
1Xtra's D-Code and Nerm brief us on their new single and album...
28 Jul 2009
The Usual Questions: Zero T
This month Zero T answers our questions…
28 Jul 2009
Producer Profile: Syncopix
As part of Loopmasters' promotion of their latest sample CD, they hooked us up a tech interview with the rather dashing German drum & bass producer Syncopix.
27 Jul 2009
Interview: Willie Isz
Willie Isz are Khujo Goodie and Jneiro Janel and together their debut album Georgiavania is a dazzlingly eclectic mixture of psychedelic, futuristic and funky hip hop, pop and rock.
24 Jul 2009
Uprooted: Brookes Brothers - Tear You Down
Brookes Brothers’ tutorial for Computer Music magazine explains, part by part, how they made the tune but they neglect to mention the vocal sample. We can reveal where they got it from...
24 Jul 2009
Uprooted: The War Of The Worlds
Jeff Wayne’s musical retelling of The War of the Worlds by HG Wells must be one of the most-sampled albums ever. Discover which Pendulum and Logistics tracks sample it...
23 Jul 2009
Interview: Ink & Perpetuum
Ink & Perpetuum are releasing a drum & bass album entitled Hard Soul on Ink’s Colours Audio imprint late August. We snatched a quick Q&A with them to discover more...
23 Jul 2009
Feature: Enter The Nuum
A few years ago music critic and theorist Simon Reynolds coined a new phrase - the Hardcore Continuum – to describe a lineage of UK Urban music. Knowledge finds out more.
16 Jul 2009
Label Of The Month: Darkestral
The Darkestral imprint has moved steadily into the drum & bass consciousness over the past 18 months. Knowledge speaks to label manager Rico to get the lowdown...
14 Jul 2009
Interview: Kyza
We interview UK hip hop artist Kyza about the release of his new album Shots Of Smirnoff.
13 Jul 2009
Interview: Spectrasoul
With forthcoming releases on Subtitles, Exit, Metalheadz and SGN:LTD we grabbed Spectrasoul for a chat about what they've got in store...
13 Jul 2009
Interview: Adam Freeland
We grab a quick Q&A with breaks legend Adam Freeland and talk about his new band and album...
13 Jul 2009
Interview: Bop
Amongst the classical Baroque architecture, the countless museums, and idyllic gardens of St Petersburg, live a man and his dog. The man in question is Bop, Med School's newest graduate...
29 Jun 2009
Guest Mix: Kubiks
Every month we'll be giving you an exclusive guest mix and to kick things off who better than Kubiks...
