DJ Hype is to drum and bass as Afrika Bambaata was to the development of hip-hop. As the founding member of the hip-hop influenced Ganja Cru, DJ Hype brings turntablist scratching to the hyperkinetic beats of Drum & Bass. From his weekly radio show on KISS-FM to his genre-defining label Ganja Recordings to his hectic worldwide touring schedule, DJ Hype is constantly pushing the boundaries of Drum & Bass.
playazonline.co.uk
myspace.com/hypehypehype
The most recognized face and sound in American drum & bass belong to Dieselboy. An icon for American D&B for over a decade, he has become an international symbol of this volatile underground dance music movement. America's best-selling D&B artist by far, Dieselboy was the first American to be voted into the UK-based Drum & Bass Arena Top 10 DJs 2004 online poll. Early in 2007, Dieselboy tag-teamed with D&B's best-known superstar Goldie in Russia where they co-headlined a festival attended by over 25,000 junglists, and they shared headliner status again soon after at SXSW 2007 in Austin, Texas.
humanimprint.com
myspace.com/humanimprint
At the age of 29, Brighton raised, multi-award winning DJ Friction is a member of an exclusive club. He is one of a handful of DJ's to have smashed through the ranks and become a superstar in his genre simply through an unbelievable talent behind the decks. This year has seen him add more accolades to his ever increasing CV and he is regarded by many as not only the most skilled but the most diverse DJ in drum & bass. With his labels Shogun Audio and SGN:LTD releasing some of the best music by the top artists in the genre along with a healthy dose of newcomer talent, Friction continues to push the quality of Drum & Bass to new heights.
shogunaudio.co.uk
myspace.com/frictiondeejay
Founding father of jungle, legendary recording artist, and head of one of the most influential labels in the history of Drum & Bass, there's not much Goldie hasn't put his touch to. His genre-defining albums "Timeless" and "Ring of Saturn" set the stage for jungle's darker tones and with continued releases under the Rufige Kru moniker Goldie shows no signs of slowing down. With a feature film project in the works along with regular DJ appearances, the man like Goldie will be making a mark on Drum & Bass for years to come.
Dillinja & Lemon D - an absolutely lethal combination if ever there was one. Beware as Lemon D lulls you into a false sense of security with his jazzed out musical vibes, only to have Dillinja flip the script with the dirtiest of basslines guranteed to re-arrange the organs in your unsuspecting bodies. All those with a weak disposition better stay at home with a warm mug of cocoa when these boys are in town...
myspace.com/dillinjavalve
myspace.com/lemonde73
Evol Intent are among the greatest purveyors of an incendiary, modern jungle sound that characterizes what modern drum & bass is all about. Operating as a three piece power troop, Knick, Gigantor and the Enemy have produced some of the most ephemeral and progressive drum n' bass to date. Birthed out of hardcore-punk culture, the trio developed a unique method for wrecking soundsystems. The Evol Intent approach is unmistakable: combine dynamic drum mechanics, razor sharp edits, sawtooth synths and an element of discord resonant of their punk youth.
evolintent.com
myspace.com/evolintent
Snowboarder, designer, and turntable extraordinaire DJ Fury has left an indelible mark on his home of Denver, CO. From being one of the earliest pioneers of the jungle sound to defining the look of the modern dance scene with intricate flyer designs, Fury is recognized across the country as one of the most dedicated members of our underground dance music scene.
LA's own DJ Hazen has brought the sounds of Drum & Bass to the City of Angels via his longrunning record store Temple of Boom and his numerous residencies with Bassrush, Databass, and more. Come hear why Hazen is consistently one of the most booked local DJs LA has to offer.
myspace.com/captnhazen
bassrush.com
After arriving in LA a few years ago as a fresh transplant from Atlanta, Deco began to establish himself in the local Drum & Bass scene by keeping a stack of mix CDs handy and playing gigs around the LA area alongside visiting talent and the top local DJs. With a long history in broadcasting, his weekly Deco Radio show on Bassdrive features a wide array of guests DJs both local and international. Known for pushing the soulful side of Drum & Bass, he has played alongside LTJ Bukem, DJ Marky and a bevy of other top-tier D&B artists.
djdeco.net
myspace.com/mattdeco
