Josh Crowe
- Feb 9
Tracks That SHaped Our Sound: Adult DVD
Adult DVD is the product of lockdown boredom, complying with the questionable UK Government’s even more questionable guidelines, Harry Hanson and Greg Lonsdale wrote songs over the internet together. Influenced heavily by bands like LCD Soundsytem and Soulwax, they both wanted to give something back to the early 2000’s fusion of indie rock and dance music. As the musical ideas formed into songs, Adult DVD then became more serious; to which Jonathan Newell, Danny Blackburn, Ja
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 8
Scaramanga Silk: Anonymous Breakbeat Producer's debut record sells f or £30,000
An obscure single by an unknown UK breakbeat DJ has fetched a record-breaking £30,000 on the music collectors' website Discogs. A copy of Scaramanga Silk's Choose Your Weapon was sold to an anonymous bidder for $41,095 (£30,079) in December, it was announced this week. The 12-inch single, released in 2008, has now overtaken a rare copy of Prince's Black Album - which fetched $27,500 (£20,128) in 2018 - as the site's biggest sale. An early pressing of The Beatles' Love Me Do,
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 8
Skream Releases 'Unreleased Classics Vol.3'
Skream has shared new collection 'Unreleased Classics Vol. 3'. The producer has an unbelievable knack for digging into the archives, bringing out unreleased classics that are often teased on radio and DJ sets with exclusive dubs. For Bandcamp Friday, the South London artist opened up his catalogue, sharing a superb compilation of unreleased tracks. Covering 2003 -2007, 'Unreleased Classics Vol. 3' kicks off with Skream's old set opener 'Lemon'. Other highlights include the ol
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 6
Phasmid Releases Latest Single On ME1 Records
ME1 records named appropriately after the Rochester postcode. It is a label by the people for the people, with open arms, acceptance and love at the heart of its ethos. It is a movement that is driven by the inclusion, expression and unification of all colours and creeds brought together through music, art and parties. Originally founded by Levi Kent (Celestial Being) and Aleks Richards as an outlet for their own releases and friends in the area, the label soon moved into th
Ruby Savill-Downs
- Feb 5
Organic New Music Friday #19
This week we are treated to a Leeds-heavy round-up of tracks for New Music Friday, featuring some excellent new releases and mixes to see in the weekend. Tapas Wax - DISH001 Clips Tapas Wax debut their first vinyl release this week, with Soundboy Cookie, DnR Vinyl and Alfredo Romero. Featuring three, juicy UKG numbers, this fresh and funky sounding EP is not one to miss. You can preview DISH001 on SoundCloud now. Phoebe Brightmore - Guest Mix [Meanwood Radio] Leeds-based arti
Josh Crowe
- Feb 5
Gimme A Break Collaborate With Finn Page For First Original EP
For Gimme A Break’s first original EP, they are working with Finn Page, an exciting producer crafting up delicate electronic beats and transcendent soundscapes. In the solace of his ad-hoc living room studio, Finn has used lockdown to produce this experimental collection of Hot Topics. In combination with James Sibley's stunning artwork and short film, littered with his abstract and playful signature themes, we are delighted to represent the creative talents coming out of Sou
Josh Wheatley
- Feb 4
Cultivating Community With EVE
Imposter syndrome is ubiquitous. Everyone encounters it at some point, but it’s especially prominent for young creatives. It’s near impossible to weigh yourself against others and it’s detrimental to do so. Whether it’s your first Soundcloud mix, trying to monetise a passion project or stepping into a new role; it is natural. Wrestling with your worth comes with the subjective nature of art. Large publications can have an unachievable or untouchable essence which can reinforc
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