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In conversation with TRCD: The cinematic pulse of The Vortex image

Interview: In conversation with TRCD: The cinematic pulse of The Vortex

British producer TRCD delves into the cinematic sound design and sci-fi influences behind his new release The Vortex on VTO Records, reflecting on storytelling, neurofunk, and future collaborations.

In conversation with Noise Souls: The final Tape Pack chapter image

Interview: In conversation with Noise Souls: The final Tape Pack chapter

Argentinian producer Noise Souls reflects on his year-long Tape Pack journey with Dirtbox Recordings, exploring growth, cinematic sound, and what’s next for 2026.

In conversation with Esym: The story behind Far Beyond image

Interview: In conversation with Esym: The story behind Far Beyond

Perth producer Esym talks about his cinematic new Far Beyond EP on VTO Records, his evolving production process, and the creative journey shaping his sound.

In conversation with Vici: Evolution Chamber, creative growth, and the art of storytelling image

Interview: In conversation with Vici: Evolution Chamber, creative growth, and the art of storytelling

French producer Vici joins Evolution Chamber with his cinematic new single Never More, discussing collaboration, creative evolution, and how storytelling shapes his sound.

In conversation with Just Breathe: jump-up revival, cinematic edge, and the Reality EP image

Interview: In conversation with Just Breathe: jump-up revival, cinematic edge, and the Reality EP

UK producer Just Breathe joins Dirtbox Recordings for the Reality EP, blending jump-up nostalgia with cinematic power and discussing the energy, influence, and storytelling behind his sound.

In Conversation with Rift: Reframing Atmosphere and Depth on Black & Gold image

Interview: In Conversation with Rift: Reframing Atmosphere and Depth on Black & Gold

Rift returns with Black & Gold on Dispatch Recordings, a cinematic, introspective EP that redefines his creative approach after a lockdown reset.

Breathe In: Redemptive on Atmosphere, Emotion and the Art of Deep Drum & Bass image

Interview: Breathe In: Redemptive on Atmosphere, Emotion and the Art of Deep Drum & Bass

Redemptive talks about the creative inspiration and emotional scope behind the Breathe In EP on Dispatch Recordings, exploring sound design, reflection, and his evolving production journey.

Entita talks Daily Routine EP and Dispatch debut image

Interview: Entita talks Daily Routine EP and Dispatch debut

Entita breaks down the Daily Routine EP, collaborations with Furious Freaks, Serpnt, and Yatuza, and what it means to release on Dispatch.

CrucifyMe steps forward with debut VTO Records EP image

Interview: CrucifyMe steps forward with debut VTO Records EP

Ukrainian producer CrucifyMe talks discipline, influence, and resilience as he unveils his debut EP Max-Tac Roll on VTO Records.

In Conversation with Double Medley: Behind the release on VTO Records image

Interview: In Conversation with Double Medley: Behind the release on VTO Records

Double Medley talk Propaganda / Osymetry, their creative process, and future plans as they debut on VTO Records.

Interview: goddard. Breaks Down His Debut EP Here & Now on Rabbit Hole image

Interview: Interview: goddard. Breaks Down His Debut EP Here & Now on Rabbit Hole

We catch up with UK drum and bass producer goddard. to talk about his debut EP Here & Now, working with Billy Lockett, the future of Rabbit Hole, and why collaboration still drives everything.

Sonnet Steps Out of the Shadows with Melon EP on 1 More Thing image

Interview: Sonnet Steps Out of the Shadows with Melon EP on 1 More Thing

Sonnet joins us to talk through the journey behind his Melon EP on 1 More Thing, from demo drops and arcadey sound design to support from Rob Swire, K Motionz and High Contrast.