BabyStep Magazine
- Jan 30, 2021
A Playlist Celebrating The Life Of Iconic Producer SOPHIE
The hugely influential producer SOPHIE has died. The electronic musician has produced some truly peerless work, operating in a field of their own. Sought after by some of the biggest names in 21st century music, SOPHIE also became a trans icon, a genuinely groundbreaking creative visionary. Record label PAN was amongst the first to suggest SOPHIE had passed, tweeting their respects in the early hours of January 30th.This was then followed by a number of tributes, amplifying t
Ruby Savill-Downs
- Jan 29, 2021
Organic New Music Friday #18
It's Friday, which means another round-up of the freshest new music. Welcome your weekend with some of the hottest producers and artists from Leeds, Manchester, London and across the pond. Mean-e - Aw Shit (Clan Destine) [Childsplay] Manchester-based producer Mean-e keeps them coming, with his latest electro-fulled track Aw Shit, continuing his wave of ghetto-tech bangers. With it's foot-stomping kicks, acid bassline and booty vocals, this is a tune that's itching for the dan
BabyStep Magazine
- Jan 27, 2021
Scuffed Recordings Announce New Development Program for Women & Non-Binary Producers
Scuffed Recordings have announced their latest project, an Artist Development Scheme aimed at women and non-binary producers, in the hopes of tackling the rife gender imbalances within music production and sound engineering. The program, set to span over six months, will give the chosen musicians a chance to gain confidence in their skills, gain feedback from the Scuffed crew, learn about budgeting for production equipment and improve their musical knowledge. So far, Scuffed
Tom Kenny
- Jan 25, 2021
Playlist: The Neo-Rave Blueprint - NICE1TOM
As a self-proclaimed hardcore head, I am sick to death of hearing the same old lecture from disheartened warehouse veterans swearing that “They’ll never make it as good as they did back then”. I’m well aware that 92 was a time to be alive and don’t get me wrong, the blueprint was laid out, stretched and warped so many times before the millenium that it’s no surprise many champion this era as the peak of sonic creativity (check track 1 to know who to thank for this!). However,
BabyStep Magazine
- Jan 25, 2021
Four Tet and Madlib Collaborate on New Track 'Dirtknock'
Dirtknock is the latest single from the collaboration of Four Tet and Madlib, ahead of their anticipated 16-track album Sound Ancestors. Set for release on the 29th of January, this track sits alongside their first two singles Road of the Lonely Ones and Hopprock. The track combines stylistic elements from both musicians, with a crunchy bassline and electronic sounds teased throughout. The pair's collaboration was announced last month, and is set for release via Madlib Invazi
Ruby Savill-Downs
- Jan 22, 2021
Organic New Music Friday #17
We're welcoming in the weekend with a new instalment of New Music Friday - this week celebrates more of the best new tracks from the Leeds scene and beyond. Fosters Top - Be Safe Rising up through the scene is Nottingham-based producer and member of the BabyStep family, Fosters Top. He's been cranking out some hot edits recently - check out his latest acid-infused Nicki Minaj remix here. Be Safe is his smoothest work to date, blending delicate textures and synths against spac
Rob Day
- Jan 22, 2021
BabyStep Bandcamp Picks: Peaky Beats
If you have even the slightest awareness of the Leeds UKG scene, then Peaky Beats is undoubtedly a name that you will have come across at some point. Operating as both label and artist, Peaky Beats' vinyl only releases have been supplying the scene with tasty bops since last year, which saw the release of debut record PBR001. Since then, Tom has showed no signs of slowing down, with a further 3 PBR records under his belt, a collaboration with Eliza Rose, and appearances on va
Joe Johnson
- Jan 21, 2021
The 90's: The Decade That Never Ended
The 90’s was a packed filled decade with an abundance of venues, events, bands, DJs/producers and plenty of experimentation. We can only sit and dream of what actually went on in the four walls of some of the legendary venues like The Hacienda, The Warehouse, Diehard/ Dielectric Club, The Que Club and the illegal raves that occurred up and down the country. In this article you'll find out a little bit more about the venues, DJs and events that happened in the 90s. Madchester
Rob Day
- Jan 20, 2021
Label Spotlight: Earful Of Wax
The music industry has taken a huge hit over the last year. With clubs closed and funding scarce, independent creative platforms have really had to carry the torch over the last few months, as the rest of us have been left to stare at walls on Friday nights. Over at BabyStep, we have thoroughly enjoyed following the consistent quality content put out by platforms across the UK during this difficult time, and admire the hard work that goes into keep things running smoothly, es
BabyStep Magazine
- Jan 20, 2021
Anna Shoemaker Releases New Single & Video "Everything is Fine"
Today, Anna Shoemaker announces her much-anticipated debut album Everything Is Fine (I’m on Fire), set for release on March 2nd, 2022 via +1 Records. In conjunction, Anna is also sharing the album’s stunning titular track, “Everything is Fine,” and the accompanying music video. With the release of her debut album, Anna is breaking out of the bedroom pop world into a more mature and intentional sound, writing her feelings as though you've lived them alongside her. Following la
