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Whychek returns to Rebel Music with Hazel, his most expansive and immersive statement to date. Marking his fourth release on the label, the album sees him step into a truly widescreen mode of production, moving into a fully realised long-form experience. Across twelve tracks, Hazel feels meticulously constructed yet instinctive, balancing weight, space, and atmosphere with the kind of sonic clarity that rewards both the sound system and the headphone listener. Its a body of work that carries the tension of the underground while expanding its emotional and sonic scope. Throughout the album, Whychek reveals a broader palette of shades in his sound, from stripped-back, cavernous grooves to tightly wound rollers and more introspective, textured moments that blur the lines between dancefloor function and cinematic depth. His signature precision remains, but its matched with a deeper sense of narrative and progression, allowing the record to unfold rather than simply hit. With Hazel, Whychek cements his position as a forward-thinking force in contemporary drum & bass, rooted in the culture, but quietly pushing its boundaries.
Koax returns to Transparent Audio with a highly anticipated release that signals a clear evolution in his sound. Shaped by a strong run of collaborative projects throughout 2025, Koax has remained firmly embedded in the Transparent Audio DNA. This release feels timely and significant, reinforcing his presence rather than reintroducing it. At the forefront is Alkaline, a deep, steady cut built on tech-infused minimalism, where precision and restraint underline a producer at the height of his craft. The flip draws from a more classic Bristol sound, characterised by sub-heavy, weight-driven beats and a strong roller influence. Across both tracks, the sound design is sharp and deliberate. This release is less a comeback and more a statement of intent. Following a year dedicated to development and collaborative production, these two tracks mark the opening of a new chapter in Koaxs musical path. With renewed focus and purpose, Koax and Transparent Audio move confidently toward 2026, with further projects already in motion. Distributed by Label Engine - www.label-engine.com
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