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Open Your Eyes EP

Joss-E

Brazilian producer Joss-E debuts on 4Jungle Records with Open Your Eyes, a three-track EP of heavy, dancefloor-ready Drum & Bass combining jump-up aggression and deep musicality.

4Jungle Records Released 17 October 2025

Joss-E makes a commanding debut on 4Jungle Records with Open Your Eyes, a three-track release that strikes the perfect balance between technical precision and raw dancefloor energy. It is an unflinching statement of intent from a Brazilian producer quickly earning a reputation for bold, uncompromising sound design.

Each track across the EP delivers with impact. The title track, Open Your Eyes, layers crisp drums and rolling subs with sharp midrange textures, setting the tone for a collection that thrives on intensity. The follow-up, London Bad Boys, leans into a heavier, club-focused direction with weighty basslines and tightly controlled rhythm, while the closer, Rewind, brings a touch of atmospheric depth without losing momentum. Together, they create a release that feels unified yet diverse, pushing power and detail in equal measure.

What sets Joss-E apart here is his ability to merge heavy, jump-up-inspired aggression with a sense of structure and groove often lost in harder material. Every element has space to breathe, from the punch of the kick to the harmonic layers that add depth beneath the surface. It is clear this is music built for the club, yet it retains musical character beyond sheer force.

Released in late 2025, Open Your Eyes positions Joss-E as one of Brazil’s most exciting new exports in Drum & Bass. It stands as a confident showcase of versatility, signalling a producer equally at home crafting hard-edged rhythms as he is exploring the genre’s deeper, more emotive tones. For listeners craving both weight and craft, this is a release that delivers without compromise.

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