Frozen Mists EP by SkyFlair & Roflmonster

Drum n Bass producers SkyFlair & Roflmonster new EP "Frozen Mist" is a combination of chilling sound with excellent atmospheric piano session and hard hitting drum patterns. The EP is due to be released on 8th of October, 2012 but if interested one can find their EP on their bandcamp site at http://skyflair.bandcamp.com/ .

Tracklist
1. SkyFlair & Roflmonster - SkyFlair & Roflmonster - Frozen Mist 05:56
2. SkyFlair & Roflmonster - God's Breath 05:40

Whispers LP by Science Fiction

Genre: Drum n Bass
Science Fiction released their new album on Tamrecords entitled "Whispers LP". Whispers LP is a drum n bass album that mostly consists of atmospheric sounds and soft but pacey drum patterns. It is also a very smooth enjoyable to listen to but to dance to it one cannot say.
One thing that drags the album down was that there was no presence of vocals or vocals sampling on it of any sort. Something that was clearly missed.
In conclusion the album was okay, but could have been better.
Grade: C
Tracklist
01. Science Fiction - Future Train
02. Science Fiction - White Dots
03. Science Fiction - Ishimura
04. Science Fiction - Whispers
05. Science Fiction - When I Kiss
06. Science Fiction - Valera Mutant
07. Science Fiction - No Way Out
08. Science Fiction - Germany 1939

Links
 http://tamp3cords.com/releases/free/science-fiction-whispers-lp/

Air Chrysalis by Concord Dawn

Genre: Drum n Bass
Today Concord Dawn released their new album "Air Chrysalis" on their Facebook page for free. Hearing this I decided to download and listen to it to see if it was any good. I can say that I really enjoyed listening to this album. The album also features artists Thomas Oliver, Rikki Morris, Savage, Nina Mcsweeney and Jade. This album contains good old drum n bass from the early and mid 2000s, an era which I enjoy the most I must add. The album was fast with hard hitting drums and excellent atmospheric sounds that made me fall in love with Concord Dawn. There were so many songs that I loved. Concord Dawn really did a good job on this album.
In conclusion this was a good dnb album. One which should because it is free!

Grade: A

Tracklist:
01. Evaporate 5:21
02. These Prison Walls (Featuring Thomas Oliver) 6:23
03. One Tear (Featuring Rikki Morris) 5:15
04. Electrocute 5:16
05. Air Chrysalis 6:05
06. Put Em’ Up High (Featuring Savage) 2:59
07. The River (Featuring Nina Mcsweeney) 6:40
08. Kepler 6:18
09. Heartburn 5:56
10. Better Days 5:40
11. Tear Down The Sky Featuring Jade 5:16
12. Soft Focus 6:55

Link
https://www.facebook.com/concorddawnNZ/app_220150904689418

Minimailzed by Heavy1

Genre: Drum n Bass
On the 14th of May Heavy1 released "Minimalized" on Rubik Records. The album features the like of Key MC, Iriann Joyce and June Miller. The album consist of 11 tracks with two bonus tracks on some editions.
My first impression when listening was that I found it to be a bit slow It sound like it was 140 b.m.p. or 150 b.m.p. which is slow for if it is drum n bass. It felt however like the pace was directed more into the dubstep sphere. A track that demonstrated this was "Deep Train". The itself displayed different kinds of styles from abit of neurofunk, to jungle and a bit of atmospheric sounds. Some tracks also sounded as if they were minimal or tech house.
Going through the album, the tracks I really enjoyed were "Minimalized" and "The Light Upon My Road".
In conclusion I found the album to be average. Very little stood out. It was boring to be fair.
Grade C

Tracklist:
01. Heavy1 – Loveless (05:19)
02. Heavy1 – Fear the Satellites (05:18)
03. Heavy1 – Syndrome (05:12)
04. Heavy1 featuring. Key MC – Deep Train (06:39)
05. Heavy1 – Asianova (05:37)
06. Heavy1 featuring. Key MC – Pulse (04:45)
07. Heavy1 featuring. Iriann Joyce – The Light Upon My Road (05:17)
08. Heavy1 – Ongaku (05:31)
09. Heavy1 – Diehard (05:24)
10. Heavy1 & June Miller – Judge (04:12)
11. Heavy1 – Minimalized (06:04)
12. Heavy1 featuring. Iriann Joyce – The Light Upon My Road (INSTRUMENTAL) (05:17)
13. Heavy1 – Should I (Heavy1 VIP Remix) (05:43)
 

Introducing Chic Gala

Genre: 8-Bit/ New Wave/Punk
Chic Gala s electro-punk group with a lot of indie style in their music. Their new album "Inside The Ember Palace" was released on D-Trash records on the 29th May. It s full of crazy lyrics, chick screaming and mildy loud 8-bit sounds. I really enjoyed the vocals of this album even though I could not make out a single word that they were really saying. But did not worry about that. It is punk music, whatever they say is cool to me.
My favorite track was "Psycho Girl". I just love the screaming of a girl on this track. Perfect song to start a riot.
In conclusion it was enjoyable to listen to. Especially if you like to disturb a lot.
Grade B

Tracklist:

1 Read My Lips 4:18
2 Bleached Out Eyes 1:35
3 Inside The Ember Palace 1:34
4 Push And Pull 2:49
5 Prenatal Arousal 2:40
6 Sexual Advances 2:18
7 Attack Of The Kitchen Appliances 2:34
8 Prison Of Technology 2:48
9 Psycho Bitch 2:00
10 Stand Aside 1:29
11 Fantasm 1:04
12 Push And Pull (Cory Martin Remix) 3:45
13 Read My Lips (Cory Martin Remix) 6:17

links
http://archive.org/details/Dtrash170-ChicGala-InsideTheEmberPalace

Join Slugabed's Time Team

Genre: Wonky/Glitch hop
Slugabed yes that is his name, New album "Time Team" is one of the the strangest yet most beautiful glitch/wonky albums I have heard so far this year. It has it all, funny titles for its tracks with equally funny sounds, weird noises and a lot of glitches that makes me sit down and smile or just jump around in madness.
There are a lot of things which I found were unique with this album. The way he fused the synthetic sounds, FX, and the drum pattern to create his melodies was amazing.
Equally amazing was the voice samples he used which brought a bit of humour to his album.  And how he fused all this is still a mystery.
In conclusion I would say this album is beautiful piece of art form. One that Ninja Tune and Slugabed could be very proud of indeed.
Grade: A

Tracklist:
01 – New Worlds
02 – Sex
03 – All This Time
04 – Moonbeam Rider
05 – Travel Sweets
06 – Unicorn Suplex
07 – Dragon Drums
08 – Mountains Come Out Of The Sky
09 – Grandma Paints Nice
10 – Climbing A Tree
11 – Earth Claps
12 – It’s When The Future Falls Plop On Your Head
13 – Haze
14 – Soft Lunch

Low Sun EP by Swarms

Genre: Dubstep
Swarms, the group that are very similar to dubstep artist Burial have released a new EP called "Low Sun". They bring back that deep downtempo dubstep, which is so fresh and relaxing to listen to. A type of dubstep that many listeners have ignored in recent times. I really enjoyed the vocals on this EP which were not always clear but always relaxing to listen to. The only thing that I found disappointing was that it was only 4 tracks. I hope that it would not take long before they release a new album.
In the end "Low Sun EP" is a good EP. If you enjoy artists like Burial, Clubroot and Zomby, then you will love this new EP from Swarms
Grade: B
Tracklist:
01 – Low Sun
02 – The Hinge Of The Night Sky
03 – Pandora
04 – Forest

Links
http://swarmsuk.bandcamp.com/album/low-sun-ep

Eric Prydz Presents Pryda Disc 1

Genre: Electronic
Eric Prydz's Pryda is finally here.But it is released under his alias Pryda. The content of the album is pure quality throughout. Almost all the tracks would put you in a trance like state. Pryda really impressed on this one as the progressive and uplifting nature of the songs creates a perfect atmosphere for everyone that enjoys electronic dance music.
The track which I enjoyed the most was "Allien" which was just perfect. Other tracks which I enjoyed were "Agag", "Beyond 8", "Hardrock Lausanne", "You" and "Pjanoo (Eric's Intro Edit)".
Conclusion, this was a very good album. Maybe a masterpiece from the Swede. Well we have to wait and see. But excellence is what you get from Eric Prydz so no surprise at all
Grade +A
Tracklist: Dics 1
01 – Shadows
02 – Agag
03 – Beyond 8
04 – Javlar
05 – Sunburst
06 – Hardrock Lausanne
07 – You
08 – SW4
09 – Leja
10 – Mighty Love (Instrumental)
11 – Allein
12 – You (Interlude)
13 – Pjanoo (Eric’s Intro Edit)

Unlike Pluto's Poetic Jargon EP

Genre: Electro house/Dubstep
This week Unlike Pluto released his new EP called "Poetic Jargon". Some of the songs on this EP I had previously heard on soundcloud, therefore I was really interested of hearing more from Unlike Pluto. There are some really good tunes on this EP. The tracks are a mixture of electro house and dubstep . But the dubstep has more melody in it than the usual filthstep which I am growing increasingly tired off. The track that I enjoyed the most was "Sky Drop". I think it was a really good track and the best on the EP.
In conclusion Unlike Pluto produced a solid EP. One that he can definately build on with the right support provided if signed.
Grade: B

Tracklist
Broken Bagpipes
Gentle Creatures
Jack Sparrow
Rumpel
Sky Drop

Link
http://www.mediafire.com/?kx18jmaihr36tm3

All I Know by Matrix & Futurebound featuring Luke Bingham

Genre: Drum n Bass/Dubstep
Yesterday on Viper Records, Matrix & Futurebound featuring Luke Bingham released their new EP called "All I Know". I must say I was impressed with the song when I first saw the youtube video on Liquicity youtube Channel.. Watching the video back convinced me to get the EP and take a closer look at the EP. I can say I was impressed with the quality of the tracks. What I found really impressive were the remix by Alex Kenji and the mix by Seven Lions. I also loved the rap and vocals given by Luke Bingham which were both inspirational and good. It just makes you want to listen to the song over and over again. The track that I enjoyed the most was the "M&F Rolling Out Radio Mix". I thought it was brilliant.
In conclusion I believe this was a good EP worth listening to.
Gradde B+

Tracklist:
01. Matrix & Futurebound ft Luke Bingham - All I Know (Matrix & Futurebound Rolling Out DJ Mix)
02. Matrix & Futurebound ft Luke Bingham - All I Know (Matrix & Futurebound Smash and Grab Mix)
03. Matrix & Futurebound ft Luke Bingham - All I Know (Seven Lions Mix)
04. Matrix & Futurebound ft Luke Bingham - All I Know (Alex Kenji Mix)
05. Matrix & Futurebound ft Luke Bingham - All I Know (M&F Rolling Out radio Mix)

Link
http://www.junodownload.com/products/all-i-know-ep/1962737-02/?trackid=1&utm_source=microplayer&utm_medium=embedded_micro_player_get_tracks_button&utm_campaign=embedded_micro_player_microplayer

Behind the Mask EP by J Majik & Wickaman

Genre: Drum n Bass
This week J. Majik & Wickaman released a new EP entitled "Behind the Mask". What I can say about it is that it is really some good atmospheric dnb accompanied by some good jungle vibes. The EP comprises of 4 tracks with Keri Greenaway featuring on "Don't Go". The track that  liked the most was "Talk to Me" which  found to be brilliant.
I would say the EP was okay. Not brilliant but okay.
Grade: B

Tracklist:
01 – Don’t Go feat. Keri Greenaway
02 – Hologram
03 – Shift Control
04 – Talk to Me

Link
http://www.junodownload.com/products/behind-the-mask-ep/1951466-02/

The Wonky World of Lone's Galaxy Garden

Genre: Electronic/ Wonky
Lone is out with a new LP called "Galaxy Garden". This artist very interesting to listen to as he brings so many incredible sounds on his album. I am particularly impressed with the drum pattern that is displayed on each of the tracks. Though some maybe repetitive the are enjoyable and easy to dance to. Not only that but it is also an album that you can sit down and relax to.
What I enjoyed the most about the album was the wonky bass throughout the album. It was so enjoyable to listen to it. I could not stop dancing to it. Simply magnificent stuff from Lone I must say.
The tracks that I loved on this album were "Now Colour", "Crystal Cavern 1991", "Lying in Reeds" and "Raindance. There were appearances from Machinedrum and Anneka on the album.
In conclusion I say that this was a very enjoyable album to relax, dance and listen to. Some really good stuff here!
Rate: A

Tracklist:
01 – New Colour
02 – The Animal Pattern
03 – As a Child [ft. Machinedrum]
04 – Lying in the Reeds
05 – Dragon Blue Eyes
06 – Crystal Caverns 1991
07 – Raindance
08 – Dream GirlSky Surfer
09 – Earth’s Lungs
10 – Cthulhu [ft. Machinedrum]
11 – Stands Tidal Waves
12 – Spirals [ft. Anneka]

Megashii

Genre: Chiptune
Newcomer Megashii has release a new EP which is entitled "Megashii". It is a chiptune EP which has some similarity with she. The only draw back I find with this EP is that it is very short indeed. But from what I have heard I hope to hear more from him from the future. I really enjoyed "NFSW".
Rate: C
     Tracklist

1. She Speaks
2. NSFW
3. Fragment

Vitamin D by Datsik

Genre: Dubstep
This week Datsik released his new album called "Vitamin D" on Last Gang Records. The album is full of robotic tunes with filthy bass lines and the occasional hip hop voice sample here and there. The album is very loud indeed and makes a lot of noise. I can say this is not for the faint hearten as many non-dubstep fans would find it irritating and dirty. I felt the album actually sounded very similar to what so many other dubstep artist are releasing. So I actually did not see a great deal of uniqueness as I hoped.
There were some tracks that I found were really good. like "Bonafide Hustler" "Napalm and "Fully Brown.
In conclusion, I would say it is okay. That is all.
Rate: C

Tracklist:
01 – Annihilate (Original Mix)
02 – Fully Blown (Original Mix)
03 – Syndrome (Original Mix)
04 – Bonafide Hustler (Original Mix)
05 – Evilution (Original Mix)
06 – Need You (Original Mix)
07 – Don’t Feel Right (Original Mix)
08 – Light The Fuse (Original Mix)
09 – Complete Control (Original Mix)
10 – Punisher (Original Mix)
11 – Napalm (Original Mix)
12 - Double Trouble ( Original Mix)

Vava Voom by Bassnectar

Genre: Dubstep/Breakcore
So another album by Bassnectar called "Vava Voom". I have to say this album is one of the most complete dubstep album I have heard in a long time. It was funny, cool and eventful. Something to behold for sure from Bassnectar. The style that Bassnectar displayed in this album was very vast with, rap, ragga and a bit of dreamy in it which I found kind of cute in the track "Laughter Crescendo ( 2012 version). It also had haunting vocals which was provided by Mimi Page on "Butterfly". Also the album also features Chicago MC Lupe Fiasco on "Vava Voom", which caught me by surprise. The ragga influenced track "What" with Jantsen was good. This is so far the most complete and most solid dubstep album out so far. It did not have too much of that rough bass that we been bombarded with for weeks. Anyone that buys this album will not be disappointed.
Rate: +A

Tracklist:
01. Vava Voom (Feat. Lupe Fiasco) (03:49)
02. Empathy (04:20)
03. Ugly (Feat. Amp Live) (04:33)
04. Ping Pong (04:31)
05. What (Feat. Jantsen) (04:54)
06. Pennywise Tribute (04:35)
07. Do It Like This (Feat. Ill.Gates) (03:06)
08. Laughter Crescendo (2012 Version) (05:51)
09. Butterfly (Feat. Mimi Page) (04:17)
10. Nothing Has Been Broken (Feat. Tina Malia) (05:48)
11. Chronological Outtakes (08:35)

Immune to Gravity EP by J Rabbit

Genre: Dubstep
The Rabbit of dubstep has released another EP called "Immune to Gravity". Apparently he thinks he will rise to the top and never come down. I doubt that he is immune to gravity anyway after listening to this EP.
The EP was full of twisted rugged basslines which I am finding far too common in dubstep these days. But there were some tracks that I liked however on this EP. Like "Immune to Gravity" but at times it sounded like some machines being tormented.
So conclusion is that this EP was okay. That is it.
Rate: C

Tracklist:
01 – Bad Larry (Original Mix)
02 – Immune to Gravity (Original Mix)
03 – Just Sayin (Original Mix)
04 – Robot Mafia Showdown (Original)

Riot! EP by Cookie Monsta

Genre: Dubstep
Cookie Monsta not the one from The Muppets has released his latest EP called "Riot!". One thing I can say about this EP is that it is filled with noise, filthy bass and a lot of loudness. Not surprised since the EP name sake. I did not have a hard time listening to it though. But if I was in a bad mood and I listened to this album would throw the CD out of the room. If on the other hand I want to disturb the whole community, then this EP id the perfect.
I can say this EP should only be played in raves, house parties and in clubs. Not an album you can sit down and listen to in the comfort of your home, because this EP provides no comfort whatsoever.
"Riot!" is a good filthstep EP if it is what you like to listen to. If you are not a fan of filthstep, then do not even attempt to buy this EP. You might regret it.
Rate; C

Tracklist:
01 – Riot!
02 – Level Up
03 – Time to Get Crunk
04 – HedRokkA

Fire Inside by Gemini

Genre: Dubstep
So yesterday another EP from Gemini was released. This one titled "Fire Inside". It was good to hear Gemini again. This 4 track EP was short but very solid indeed. It was equally good as Graduation EP but just below the Blue EP. The track I enjoyed the most on this EP was "Now Way Out". One of his best tracks so far to me.
I recommend this EP. It is good old fashion dubstep which Gemini brings.
Rate: A
Tracklist:
01 – Fire Inside (feat. Greta Svabo Bech)
02 – No Way Out
03 – To the World
04 – Nothingness

Rusko "Songs"

Genre: Dubstep
So the highly anticipated album from Rusko is finally out! And it is entitled "Songs". It has been awhile since we heard from Rusko since is critically acclaimed album "O.M.G.". The only sad thing about this album to me is that "Everyday" was not on it, which I thought it would have been.
Anyway, listening to this album I was really surprised with the direction in which Rusko went. Rusko decided this time to implemen more of a reggae feel in "Songs" which at time I found a bit odd but also refreshing. At least he did not go the same route that so many of our dubstep artist are going these days. However the basslines where still there with some cool beats. The only problem was it did not match the quality of the previous album which to me was the best dubstep album of 2010. But I could be wrong, this album could be a huge success.
Some of the songs on "Songs" that I loved were the hit single "Somebody to Love", "M357", "Thunder", and "Pressure". 
So would say that this album had solid tracks. Great tracks,we have to wait and see. Rusko should have but the "Everyday" song or even the Netsky remix on the album. If he had I believe people would have loved the album even more. But if you like reggae and dub mixed together than you better get this album now!
Rate: B
Tracklist:
01 – Intro – Year 3000 Style
02 – Somebody To Love
03 – Pressure
04 – Skanker
05 – Love No More
06 – Opium
07 – Dirty Sexy
08 – Be Free
09 – Thunder
10 – Roll Da Beats (Old School Edition)
11 – Mek More Green
12 – Asda Car Park
13 – Whistle Crew
14 – M357

All Over Me EP by Magnum

Genre: Dubstep/ Grime
For some strange reason I decided today to look for a LP/EP that might be completely different from what I have been listening to. So when I saw "All Over Me EP" by Magnum, I decided to give it a go. First I wonder who are they. Then I found out that he is an Puerto Rican dubstep producer on 92Points. Also I realize that this was not brostep or filthstep but more grime or future garage.
When I eventually got to listening to the EP I was blown away and amazed by the quality of the tracks on the EP. It had that haunting yet soulful feel to it lie a certain guy on Hyperdub ( Burial) but more times at a faster pace, suitable for a club environment. I loved the track "Dense". It was absolutely amazing. It had that haunting sound with deep bass and atmospheric melodies. The remix from French Fries fell a bit short to me but still was good.
Another track that I found was worth listening to was "Baby" which had that dance element to it. A track that would fit perfectly in the club/ or lounge in my opinion.
So if you are looking for dubstep that is not brostep or filtstep then Magnum's "All Over Me EP" is a good choice.
Rate: A

Tracklist:
01 – All Over Me
02 – Dense
03 – Dense (French Fries Remix)
04 – Baby
05 – All Over Me (Visionist Remix)

link
http://www.beatport.com/release/all-over-me-ep/868469