anthny 

anthny is a priceless artifact deep within the depths of the underground. His art speaks volumes of passion and consistency. Beautifully crafted drums, dreamy atmospheres, and satisfying arrangements, his work will lift your spirits to the heavens. Making your soul enriched with imagination and wonder. Completely bringing peace throughout his discography.

One of his newest pieces, ‘da truth’ features a fabulous hip-hop vocal combined with his whimsical production style. His beefed-out drums take your breath away while the subtle melody works in a wondrous fashion. Implementing comforting techniques that throw you out of your seat. Making the listener become addicted for more of his work.

His most recent project, ‘4U’ is a complete change of pace in such a euphoric fashion. Nurturing listeners’ hearts back to life with each passing second. Together with singer/songwriters Dabu and Cianna, they managed to bless his overall style with their gentle yet impactful voices. Completely complimenting each of their styles to the highest degree. Those soft-spoken chords joined together by a wavy rhythmic structure create such a breath of fresh air for anyone listening. Making this one of the hardest and most angelic future beats this year. Pure poetry at its finest. We’re excited to hear what he delivers next!
-JD

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Cauzer

Hailing from Cardiff, Cauzer has been making waves in the drum and bass scene for a couple of years now, first emerging with an enthralling remix of IMANU’s ‘Portraits‘ and never looking back since. In the last two years, the artist has released on labels such as Overview Music and Critical Music; two of the genre’s most forward-thinking platforms, attesting to her meticulous production skills. With additional support from the likes of UKF and rinsing sets regular sets on Rinse FM, Cauzer is quickly stacking up prestigious accolades. A quick dive into her repertoire is enough to understand her rapid rise, as her versatility across drum and bass is truly mesmerizing. Usually sinister and grungy like her latest tune ‘The Depths,’ sometimes uplifting, but always executed pristinely, Cauzer’s tracks are tailor-made for any drum and bass enthusiast.
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defyer

For this third to last Focus Five of 2022 we stop off in Sweden to get familiar with defyer,  a project that has only been active for a little over a year. The Stockholm producer has found a home in the always buzzing bounce SoundCloud niche, which, although not as much in the spotlight as a few years ago, still proves to be an industrious corner of the web where creativity never sleeps. While defyer’s output so far is mostly comprised of beat battle submissions, his most recent originals showcase a funky, colorful, and a bit irreverent creative flair that instantly piqued my interest. After all, the last times I saw such premises, things turned out pretty well. For fans of ethanplus and camoufly.

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NECROEZ

When it comes to phonk, few collectives possess the consistency and respect of HOLY MOB. The group was essential in developing my love for the genre, so it’s only fitting that we highlight yet another standout from their ranks. San Paulo’s NECROEZ has been bubbling on our radar for some time but it’s his latest release that really caught my ear. ‘ACT BAD’ alongside BACKWHEN appeared as ID in BACKWHEN’s FUXWITHIT Guest Mix and was an instant standout. From the gritty rap bars, to the snappy percussion, divine vocal layers, and icy synths, this one is phonk perfection. Those looking for a similar smoked-out but still smacking sound can look no further than ‘AIRPLANES’ and ‘FURIOUS.’  Anytime you hear Holy Mob’s “Say Your Prayers” tag you know it’s a slap, NECROEZ serves as another testament to this.
-C

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parkbreezy

The era for collectives and music groups has been dwindling down, but parkbreezy continues to collaborate through his place as one-half of Morning Coffee, one-third of groovsauce, and as a co-founder of all:Lo collective. Like many in the electro-soul genre, the Denver resident’s sound is a mixture of hip-hop, electronic bass music, and funk. parkbreezy’s effortless swagger shines through each track, bringing a psychedelic twist to his hip-hop productions. Songs like ‘Keep It Cool’ showcase the beatmaker’s ability to blend vocal samples with his glitchy melodies and ‘Liminal Reality’ highlights his hip-hop-leaning production chops.
-ALL

Words by Alessio, Arielle, Colin, John & Steph

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aroha

Intense futuristic sound design combined with heart-pounding arrangements. Characteristics such as those and more are what make aroha a powerful force within the frequency spectrum. For years, he’s dabbled in the arts of production. Always creating something fresh for his project while staying true to his main vision and purpose. From heavy-hitting electronic trap, and earth-shattering drum n bass, to euphoric melodic wonderlands, this artist is a staple in the making. And his works have only gotten more complex and deeper hitting through each release.

One of his recent releases, ‘Laika’ tackles the drum n bass genre. Creating his own take and succeeding with flying colors. The constant state of motion throughout will only keep you on your feet. Becoming one with the ominous yet enticing environment surrounding. With fast-paced drum designs and clever vocal samples sprinkled in, it’s a track many listeners can fall in love with.

Another stand-out piece from the artist is his most recent collaboration with BAARIC called ‘SPECTRA.’ A totally different change of scenery but a very well-paved path through a monstrous monsoon of energy. Swirling anyone’s attention that comes in contact. This is another perfect example of brilliant teamwork and passion for this music. From setting the stage with an empowering beginning to the carefully treated arrangement which carries the same impact from start to finish, it’s an automatic anthem that will leave your jaw dropped. Two fantastic chorus sections that draw you in immediately. A feeling you hoped would expect or happen, while still throwing you for a wild ride. The road is long and tough, but aroha has already proven he’s up for any challenge that comes his way.
-JD

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gl00my

“don’t ask me why but I hate summer time lol I just feel happier when the weather is shit.” gl00my’s recent tweet serves as the perfect introduction to their sound. Tagged as NEO-GRIME their style is a wave-leaning, UK-inspired offering that is built for rainy nights alone. Each release is drenched in emotion, combining heart-wrenching vocals, stirring melodies, and perfect percussion. From the most recent ‘Trigger X,’ to ‘CRYING KEYS’ and ‘Give U,’ gl00my crafts deep sonic worlds that are ripe for exploration. There’s a beauty in the darkness, you just need to embrace it.
-C

Inteus

Back in July, I said that I was expecting phonk to become a mainstay in our Focus Five series. Staying true to my word, this month I’m highlighting my latest phonk favourite: Inteus. The Albany, New York producer is a member of the illustrious HOLY MOB and has been delivering blessings on blessings. His style is as cool as a fall breeze and effortlessly laidback with a cinematic twist. There’s a wealth of gems for soon-to-be fans to explore but I’d suggest you start with ‘Espionage.’ The chilling cut answers the question what if you scored a spy thriller with phonk? The result is truly impressive. The track is draped in mystique, luring listeners down dark alleys and into smoke-filled scenes. Looking for something bright and cheery? ‘Ascent’ with yungmaple is just that. It packs the vibey energy that Inteus is known for while injecting an upbeat melody and elements that will slap a smile on your face. Add in a stellar collab with Von Storm and that’s three exceptional releases in the last 6 months. And that’s just scratching the surface of a standout whose catalog runs deep. Hit his SoundCloud, press play, and drift off.
-C

ONLYTHENEXT

I hate to say it, but this time Fantano has beaten me to it. And he’s not the only one. Ramon Pang, Gaszia, Mace, ell!psis are just some of the artists already “friends with ONLYTHENEXT” (yes this is a real meme). Even with only four tracks on his SoundCloud profile and a bunch of remixes scattered across the platform, there are many who already have their eyes on this Ukrainian producer. The reason is simple: impressive sound quality and sharp creativity. Despite the goliardic attitude of his social media profiles, ONLYTHENEXT’s music is always extremely intense, sensual, and vivid. Not only does he come up with intriguing ideas for each track, but in most cases he doubles down, adding plenty of variations along the way (never skip the second drop), easily keeping fresh songs over the four-minute mark. Quoting Anthony Fantano, “this needs more fucking ears on it.”
-AA

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Pholo

I’m a little embarrassed to say that Pholo only recently landed on my radar. My colleague Alessio has been covering him since 2017, and Pocket featured him in his mix late last year. While I’ve been living under a rock, the wickedly talented London-based artist has been carving a unique lane through the scene, with an incredible fusion of genres that I’ve never come across in the past. Wave, trap, garage, grime, and drill influences all make themselves heard in the majority of his tracks, with a seamless cohesion that most can only dream to achieve. Tracks such as ‘Panic’ blend the gritty nature of drill percussion with euphoric wave leads to create a hypnotizing cut, while ‘Soft Spot’ alongside JATO is a personal favourite that edges on the grimier side with its bassline swagger without omitting the elation found in most Pholo works. Neo Grime, as it’s dubbed, might become my new favourite genre, singlehandedly thanks to Pholo.
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Words by Alessio, Colin, John & Steph

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