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If there’s one artist in drum & bass who can always be counted on, one artist who’s constantly consistent in crafting the highest quality tracks with his own inimitable style, it’s Break. The Bristol-based producer has written underground anthems and hard-hitting, classic-sounding D&B for nearly a decade. With a plethora of incredible original tracks a string of indisputably epic remixes and two immense albums under his belt, his talent for making amazing music is undeniable.
So, with that in mind, it’s no surprise that his latest single on Ram Records has all the hallmarks of yet another outstanding Break release. Building on his trademark style, combining crisp breakbeats with booming basslines and impeccable and effortless production, this 12” brings in beautiful melodies and a little taste of that archetypal Ram sound to create two tunes that will have any drum & bass fan’s feet shuffling.
‘Hot Love’ leads the way, opening with lightly euphoric synths and gradually building percussive elements. Soulful vocal snippets slide in and out of the mix, gently teasing you with the build up and it’s not long before Break lets the full force of his bassline hit you. As expected, it’s an absolute monster and there’s no doubt dance floors will be heating up and the crowd will be loving it whenever this track gets dropped.
Backing that up is ‘Breakfast’ - potentially Break’s tribute to the most important meal of the day, or maybe just a cheeky play on words; either way if you start your day with these crunchy breaks and a smattering of his classic Ram-style bassline, you’ll be bouncing down the street on your way to work! Echoed vocal samples and tribal percussion keep things interesting throughout as Break delivers yet another timeless drum & bass track for your aural digestion.
Break
A: Hot Love
AA: Breakfast
Catalogue Number: RAMM107
Worldwide Release Date: 7th November 2011
Released by: RAM Records
Release/catalogue number: RAMM108
Release date: Nov 7, 2011