Adversary Bunx Reviews and Plans Ahead: Strength of Drum and Bass Scene in Ukraine
In the heart of Eastern Europe, the drum and bass scene in Ukraine continues to thrive despite the ongoing conflict. This resilience is evident in the works of influential artists like Agressor Bunx, a duo that has been a significant player in the neurofunk subgenre for over a decade.
Challenges
The war has created an atmosphere of uncertainty, safety concerns, and logistical difficulties that impact artists and event organizers. Bomb alerts and conflict-related disruptions are a reality artists must contend with even during performances or production. Normal life is affected by the ongoing conflict, creating a difficult environment for music scenes reliant on gatherings and nightlife.
Resilience and Continuity
Despite the war, Ukrainian electronic artists (including the drum & bass scene) are continuing to produce music and perform. For example, Miss Monique, a prominent Ukrainian electronic artist, highlighted that while the pandemic and war brought challenges, clubs and promoters strive to organize great parties under new rules, and major festivals like Atlas Weekend have been allowed to take place, signaling a partial reopening of the scene in Kyiv.
Support and Community
Ukrainian artists engage with their audiences via online streams and YouTube sessions to maintain connections and provide mutual support during tough times. This suggests similar approaches among drum and bass artists to maintain community engagement when physical gatherings are limited or risky.
International Attention and Tours
Despite the war, international artists continue to view Ukraine as a distinct and important music hub, with tours motivated by solidarity and appreciation for Ukrainian resilience. This external interest can help sustain the local scene indirectly.
Agressor Bunx's Journey
Agressor Bunx, who recently migrated to Poland, has been able to produce and DJ extensively over the past eight years. They have played on major European Festivals like Let It Roll and Rampage. The emotional changes and stress of the war have given Agressor Bunx more inspiration to create music. However, the war has made it difficult for them to travel abroad, but they have learned to accept the differences between Ukraine and peaceful Europe when they do travel.
On a personal level, Agressor Bunx values their lives more and pays more attention to family and friends. As artists, they spend all of their free time creating music and spreading awareness about the Ukrainian situation.
Collaborations and Growth
Agressor Bunx has collaborated with respected producers like The Upbeats, Audio, and Black Sun Empire. They have released more than 40 EPs and four albums on Eatbrain. They work on new tracks separately but finish them together.
Advice for Aspiring Producers
Agressor Bunx advises aspiring duo producers to focus on creativity, quality of the mix down, and staying active on social media. They encourage their international audience to appreciate every moment of their lives, value creativity, and enjoy it to the fullest.
The Future
Agressor Bunx hopes that after the war in Ukraine, people will be able to live a normal life again, listen to their favourite music, and go to parties, which will help the drum and bass scene to develop and grow. In Ukraine, promo groups like Funkmasters, Hovanka, and Sounds of Ukraine are working hard to support the drum and bass scene during difficult times.
In Ukraine, the drum and bass scene, including influential figures like Agressor Bunx, faces major disruptions due to the ongoing war—security risks, instability, and logistical challenges. Nonetheless, the scene shows notable resilience with continued music production, local events resuming with safety rules, virtual audience engagement, and international solidarity keeping the culture alive and relevant.
- War-and-conflicts in Ukraine have created obstacles for the entertainment industry, with artists and event organizers contending with bomb alerts, conflict-related disruptions, and safety concerns, impacting both music production and the nightlife scene.
- Despite these challenges, the drum and bass scene in Ukraine continues to show resilience and growth, as artists like Agressor Bunx work on new tracks, collaborate with renowned producers, and perform at major festivals, receiving international attention and support.
