Top 100 Chart placements for Drum & Bass
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Its been another anthem-packed year for Technique Recordings. Weve had vocal bangers, huge main-stage floor-fillers, dark-edged rollers, and much more. Of course, label bosses Drumsound & Bassline Smith and Technique general Tantrum Desire have been putting in the work, as youre bound to have heard if youve stepped in a DnB dance this year. And then theres the expertly-curated selections from the likes of Smooth, Glitch City, and rising stars Killswitch to round out the compilation. So, this imprint now has over a quarter of a century in the game, with lot more to come just over the horizon. If youve missed the Technique Recordings movements this year, heres where to catch up.
Tantrum Desire, Drumsound & Bassline Smith, Smooth, Blaxx, Glitch City, Killswitch, Ayah Marar
Bringing together two distinct yet complementary forces in electronic music, Zohar and Nymfo join for their first collaborative release on Dekmantel. Zohars sound is defined by razor-sharp precision and pulsating percussive energy storm-like sonics that disorient and excite in equal measure. With a background shaped by years of commanding dancefloors, she has carved a diverse and eclectic path, where rattling low-end and rhythmic tension form the foundation. Known for her technical refinement and mixing wizardry, Zohar intuitively seeks unexpected connections, always pushing her listeners into new territory. Following several contributions to Dekmantel compilations, this marks her first full-length release on the label. Nymfo has been an essential figure in drum & bass since the late 90s. Starting out in Eindhovens rave and jungle scene, he quickly became known for his fierce DJ sets and later, his productions. His catalogue spans acclaimed labels such as Metalheadz, 1985 Music, Commercial Suicide, Hospital Records, Critical, Dispatch, Shogun Audio, and many more. With two albums and a steady output of singles and EPs, Nymfo has consistently balanced raw dancefloor energy with a deep, refined production ethos. Their paths crossed countless times in the scene, yet it wasnt until Dekmantel invited them for a special Dekmantel Connects performance an ambitious setup with eight CDJs and four mixers that they shared the decks for the first time. The synergy of that moment carried into the studio, where their collaboration took shape. This release now returns them to the Dekmantel family, presenting their joint vision: a dialogue between low-end weight, rhythmic intricacy, and forward-thinking club sonics.
Emergence marks Drumskull’s highly-anticipated return – a descent into the mechanical, Giger-esque heart of new-skool rave, inspired by the brooding, industrial atmospheres of science fiction’s darker corners. Opening with steppy breaks and dreamlike pads, the track builds tension before descending into a network of techno stabs and deep, pulsating subs. Tightly cut amens twist around wobbling, call-and-response basslines, while hardcore stabs slice through the mix with precision. Every sound feels purposeful – as if it were designed to pull you deeper into the void. Dark and deliberate, Emergence is rave as engineered by a technician: controlled chaos, executed with mastery.
PRESS RELEASE — RASSTERLIN – STERLIN 925 (ALBUM SAMPLER) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Release Date: 5 December 2025 Label: ASBO Records Rassterlin returns on ASBO Records with the powerful Sterlin 925 (Album Sampler), a three-track statement announcing the arrival of his forthcoming debut album. Rooted in authentic jungle heritage but driven by modern precision, the sampler showcases the full range of Rassterlins artistry — from emotional depth to heavyweight club pressure. Tracklist U Say U Hate Me – A soulful yet militant roller that blends heartfelt vocals with razor-tight breaks and deep-sub movement. Rassterlin turns emotion into energy, balancing weight and feeling in true jungle fashion. Dangerous (VIP) – A devastating dubplate rework of the underground favourite, already supported by Ray Keith. Tougher drums, tighter mids, and a rumbling low-end give this one pure sound-system authority. Baby – Smooth liquid tones and lush atmospherics reveal the melodic side of the forthcoming album — deep, warm, and full of space. About the Release The Sterlin 925 (Album Sampler) offers a first glimpse into Rassterlins upcoming full-length project — a record that fuses classic jungle soul with cutting-edge production. Each track stands as a snapshot of his evolution: emotionally charged, bass-driven, and unmistakably rooted in UK sound-system culture. With early support from Ray Keith and the strength of ASBO Records behind him, Rassterlins next chapter is set to make a major impact as he bridges the golden-era jungle spirit with the energy of todays drum & bass scene. Artist: Rassterlin Release: Sterlin 925 (Album Sampler) Label: ASBO Records Release Date: 5 December 2025 Tracks: U Say U Hate Me / Dangerous (VIP) / Baby Genre: Jungle / Drum & Bass Format: Digital Release Supported By: Ray Keith
These stories have grown slowly, like moss spreading over bark. Now theyre ready to step out of my imaginary forest and find new connections with other listening bodies. I picture this EP as a wander, each track opening onto its own biotope. It begins in an emerald woodland — Sonian Tales — a forest waking after the rain. Then comes the ascent of an amber slope with Knock Knock. Beyond that ridge lies a rocky valley, where the purple mists of Quartz Symphony swirl. Coming from a background in stage direction, storytelling is central to my composition process, which is also deeply inspired by the living world. I gather sounds and let them meet to create imaginary microcosms. An old stump from the Sonian Forest encounters a ruined piano from a hidden valley in la Drôme. Drum elements become lively characters. The human voice dissolves into the biotope, existing as one element among others. A non-anthropocentric mixing choice where no single species dominates the soundscape. This music grew alongside my residencies at two radios: Kiosk Radio — where joyful experimentation during my Organic Tales show crystallized into Sonian Tales, and GIMIC Radio — where I happened to meet a violinist the same week I began dreaming of collaborating with one for Quartz Symphony. A special thought goes to all the attentive ears along the creative process, and to my non-human studio companions, my indoor ficus, and Bernarde & Chiba the cats. — Bobbi Watson