Monthly Recap
In the pulsating heart of the music world, the drum and bass (DnB) scene continues to thrive, showcasing a rich tapestry of artistic collaborations, major events, and a growing international footprint.
One standout track in the 'Overview 100' compilation is VISLA's remix of Operate and Madrush MC's "One By One". This energetic remix, a testament to the genre's versatility, is just one example of the vibrant DnB landscape in 2025.
Several top artists, including Sub Focus, Andromedik, Metrik, Dimension, Koven, Culture Shock, Delta Heavy, Wilkinson, Sigma, and MUZZ, remain prominent, as demonstrated by the curated 2025 DnB mix featuring a diverse range of styles. Artistic collaborations continue to flourish, such as Morgan Seatree x Florence + The Machine remixed by Sub Focus, reflecting a blending of genres and high-profile partnerships.
Key events in the DnB calendar include the ongoing Bassrush series by Insomniac. This series, a hub for DnB and bass music, hosts shows and festivals across the U.S., with performances from artists such as Midnight Tyrannosaurus, Codd Dubz, Hedex, and Kayzo. Bassrush also supports upcoming talent via Bassrush Records, indicating ongoing efforts to nurture new artists in the scene.
Producers like Jauz have expanded their range into DnB breaks and bass house, releasing new singles like “Feel It” and planning label events tied to major music weeks. This cross-genre influence and industry recognition underscores the scene's ongoing vitality.
Drum and bass has a growing international footprint, as seen in African DnB culture highlighted at the 30th edition of Jungle Culture in Kenya. Local artist Unglued DnB headlined the event, demonstrating the genre’s global expansion and diverse cultural representation.
In addition to these highlights, Citizen & Insectcrusha's monthly radio show on Mode London featured a versus-style clash with up-and-coming producers Pent1 and Delta. The show covered a variety of sounds from 120-140bpm and genres including electro, UK bass, dubstep, and more.
Denham Audio released a new UK garage rhythm track, "Fuel", in collaboration with South London MC Jianbo on Locked On Records. Operate and Madrush MC also released their track "One By One (VISLA Remix)" during this period.
The 140 is Dubstep trio Ternion Sound announced their split, with a tour planned for this year before disbanding in 2026. Beloved MC Ben Verse raised over £60K for his treatment costs, tripling his target.
Skream and Benga, legendary figures in the DnB scene, announced they are working on a new album together. The International Music Summit will spotlight jungle and drum and bass at this year's summit in Ibiza.
Con*Natural released an album, with all proceeds going to his family and their charity. Nia Archives became the first jungle artist to be nominated for three Brit Awards over the course of her career. Fabio & Grooverider made their long-awaited return to the BBC, covering Shrelle's radio show.
Mia Koden's 'On The Grid' special mix for The Lot Radio featured a flawless blend of dubstep, dub-steppas, and 4/4 grooves, showcasing her deep connection to bass-rooted genres. The 'Overview 100' compilation's second part was released, featuring reworks from Enei, Zero T, Satl, Waeys, and other heavy-hitters.
Though no specific fundraising efforts were detailed in these results, the active release schedules, tours, and label initiatives imply ongoing support systems within the community for artists and events. The drum and bass scene in 2025 is characterised by continued mainstream and underground vitality, strong artist collaborations, major event circuits like Bassrush, and expanding global reach including emerging markets in Africa.
The 'Overview 100' compilation includes VISLA's remix of Operate and Madrush MC's "One By One", showcasing the genre's versatility in the realm of music entertainment. Artistic collaborations in the drum and bass scene extend to blending genres, as evident in Morgan Seatree and Florence + The Machine's remix by Sub Focus.
