Browse by Label: 2ND DROP (UK)

Artist:	LD
Title:	Green Ranger
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 005EP

"Emerging from the sound proofed walls of dubstep's mastering institution, Transition Studios, LD is a man who has heard every new plate created by the scene's top players, by cutting dubplates for the likes of Mala (DMZ), Skream, Benga, Distance and N-Type. For a man and producer at the epicenter of sound, you wouldn't be surprised to hear his productions influenced by these prodigious talents. But no, LD is quickly carving out his own unique sound. After his debut release on Ringo Records with Clockwatching and Swing Dat Skirt, LD aka Leon Day pushes his distinctive sound still further with an original and remix production. 'Green Ranger' eschews the half step template in favor of a more polyrhythmic structure, while keeping his foot firmly down on the pulsing and probing effects. On the flip, LD tackles Sully's ravetastic 'Give Me Up,' transforming this nostalgic slice of euphoric dubstep into a deadly piece of future-soca dub. Riffling soca percussion would feel more at home behind a precession float at Notting Hill Carnival, if it wasn't for the addictive descending bass line motif, which shakes every soundsystem in the country to the ground. DJ support from Skream, N-Type, Rusko, Mary Anne Hobbs (Radio One), and Hatcha (Kiss FM)."

Artist:	23HZ & NUMAESTRO
Title:	Zumo/Fantasma
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 006EP

"Like many legendary duos -- Ike and Tina, Torvil and Dean, Hue and Cry -- the chemistry is all-important. And for 23hz & Numaestro it's no different. The ex pat Barcelona residents are a blend of super techy engineer (23hz) with experienced DJ (Numaestro) whose joint musical journey has mutated through hip hop, soul, drum and bass and techno, into dubstep via UKG and the early sounds of Groove Chronicles, EL-B and Horsepower, is precisely what gives their sound its probing and hypnotic quality. This, their third dubstep release, after previous tracks on Bristol based Immerse and as their alter-ego Relocate, 'Zumo' and 'Fantasmas' is already getting props from key players Skream and Breakage, and is set to be a key release in 2009. 'Zuma' kicks off the A-side, a wailing banshee impregnated with a filter-bomb, rides atop a bulging sub and pulsing electro refrain which nags and rolls with hypnotic effect, a tell tale sign of the duo's production style. It's not all about bangers! And these guys know how to develop a mood and pocket of rhythm up their with Digital Mystikz. Skream has been opening sets with this builder! 'Fantasmas' on the flip is a bassbin destroyer! The phrase 'how low can you go' should have originated from this track. A bouncing bassline that could have been stolen from a grotty jungle record dominates, accompanied by a haunting Mediterranean-infused vocal refrain. As always, 2nd Drop commission some fresh and totally bespoke artwork, with this release designed by Portuguese illustrator, Uiu."

Artist:	RAMADANMAN
Title:	Revenue
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 007EP

"Massive new release from 2nd Drop Records, Ramadanman makes his return to the label with the techno-fantastique riddim 'Revenue,' the hype surrounding this producer just keeps growing, check out his recent remix for drum & bass label Critical Music to see how this boy is progressing (or regressing...), support for this tune comes from Mary Anne Hobbs, Rob Da Bank, Untold, Appleblim and more. The Untold remix is phenomenal and just goes to prove why he's hot property at the moment, just check his label Hemlock Recordings for more evidence. Don't sleep on this!"

Artist:	LV FEAT. ERROL BELLOT
Title:	Don't Judge
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 008EP

"Following in Ramadanman's supreme tribal tracks, comes South London production outfit LV. Fresh from two releases on Hyperdub and remixes for Hemlock, the quartet deliver the rootical 'Don't Judge' featuring vocals from seasoned UK rootsman Errol Bellot, who has worked with King Tubby among others. On the flip side, Wolverhampton's Fantastic Mr Fox takes the big tools to the original and refashions an epic remix with a wicked two step swing. Nuff said, enjoy! As big fans of illustration and graphics, over the last seven releases the label has commissioned some truly wonderful art from a slew of talented artists including Remi/Roughe, Uiu and Phil Blake. For 008, London based Mat Pringle was given the chance to design our first 12" sleeve. His wave and bamboo illustration is wicked and is hand printed onto just 500 limited edition sleeves."

Artist:	J:KENZO/LD
Title:	Conqueror/Derailment
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 009EP

"Another slick double artist 12" from the 2nd Drop camp and for this, our 9th release, Soushakerz head honcho and Kent second finest achievement after the Channel Tunnel, J:Kenzo, offers a blistering A side with 'Conqueror.' This moody, skittish and intense bongo led firecracker that descends into a thumping bass skank out on the drop, is pure dancefloor dynamite. On the flip sees the return of LD, who continues to take the percussive elements deeper on 'Derailment,' adding in ravey synth line and switch up 2nd Drop that compliments 'Conqueror' perfectly. Two tracks that will never leave the box. As always, 2nd Drop commissions some fresh and totally bespoke artwork, welcoming back one of Portugal's finest illustrators and guerrilla artists, Uiu, last seen on 2nd Drop 006, interprets 'Conqueror' in his own unique style."

Artist:	READ/23HZ & NUMAESTRO, GERRY
Title:	Roomland (Distal Remix)/Zumo (Sully Remix)
Label:	2ND DROP (UK)
Format:	12"
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	2NDRP 016EP

"Sometimes you can't keep a good remix down, and we certainly felt that with these two beastly versions by two very exciting producers of bass music. First up is an exciting producer 2nd Drop have been talking to for over a year now, Atlanta's Distal has been making a lot of noise across the bass scene. Distal grabs the key elements and transforms them into an awesome juke workout. On the flip, we welcome back Sully, who first saw wax on 2nd Drop with the anthemic 'Give Me Up'... Shifting syncopated beat patterns and moody El-B-esque swing."

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