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A Menacing Distance

Hailing from South London, Distance is widely regarded as one of the early pioneers in the Dubstep movement.  He has a very distinct sound that has helped shape the genre into what it is today.  Back in 2007 his album “My Demons” (released on Planet Mu) had a huge impact on myself and opened my eyes to this exciting new music genre that was bubbling up.  Since then I’ve been excited to hear each and every release from this versatile producer. After having a quick glance at his myspace page, it appears Distance is going to be playing in Toronto on Friday April 16th!!!! (Which just so happens to be the same night as the Excision party being thrown by Embrace…hmmmm SICK!).  :D

Check out his new track “Menace” released on his very own label “Chestplate”.

Distance – Menace <—-right click, save as.      (for 320 mp3 purchase HERE)

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This tune almost made my top 10 of 2009 and has really grown on me over time. You need some nice subs to really roll this out one properly.

Distance – Clockwork (for 320 mp3 purchase HERE)

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Back in 2007, Distance showed his versatility with his “My Demons” album on Planet Mu.  This mellow and ambient track really caught my attention:

Distance – Delight (for 320 mp3 purchase HERE)

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Skream Remixes / Martyn “Great Lengths”

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Skream is absolutely killing it right now on the remix tip.  It’s almost like everything this guy touches turns into an instant grimey bassline.  He’s on tour right now with Benga and will be passing through Toronto on Sunday June 14th @ Wrongbar (Check the Facebook Event Invite).  Tickets are $18.50 (plus service charge).

Here’s a few blazing hot remixes to get you hyped for his return to Toronto.

DJ Mujava – Township Funk (Skream Remix)

Distance – Night Vision (Skream Remix)

Dave Gahal – Saw Something (Skream Remix)

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martyn

Dutch drum and bass producer/DJ Martyn has released his debut LP “Great Lengths” and it is simply amazing. This album is a perfect example of why it’s difficult to pigeonhole Martyn’s music to one genre.  I find that there is a prevalent dub step theme throughout but he’s clearly drawing from other influences as well (drum and bass, dub, minimal house and techno).  You can grab it on beatport for $12.

My favourite track on the album is “These Words ft. dBridge”