Presidential Race Heats Up: The Tracks for 2024
In 2024, the bass music genre experienced a significant surge, marked by sold-out shows, viral hits, and a wave of fresh talent reshaping the sound. Here are some of the standout tracks that made waves in the scene.
Joy Orbison's 'Flight Fm', released on XL Recordings, has been played in various raves around the world and remixed by artists like Fred Again, Four Tet, and Skrillex. The track's infectious beats and unique sound have made it a crowd favourite.
UK garage and dubstep have made a strong impact, drawing in younger audiences and demonstrating their influence is far from fading. 'Vortexblade', a tune that rides the line between riddim and experimental bass music, is a collaboration between Marshmello and SVDDEN DEATH.
In the realm of drum and bass, 'SMALL TALK' by Emz, Nasser UK, and Valor is a notable grime-laced DnB hybrid track gaining underground acclaim. The genre continues to dominate and evolve, cementing its place in the mainstream spotlight.
One of the culturally significant moments in drum and bass was Adam F's "Circles Revisited", with the original track being one of the most influential in UK dance music history. The 2025 version is anticipated, with Adam F using the exact same equipment he used to make the original track.
Unchained Asia, a label based in Shenzhen/Hong Kong, is known for its bold experimentation and variety in bass music. They released 'The Year of The Dragon', a 12-track compilation, and 'Bad Mouth' by Fake Two Piece & Lokal. Fake Two Piece, a boundary-pushing duo from Lisbon, and Lokal, a fast-rising trio from Manchester, have been making waves in the scene with their dark, gritty, and infectious tracks.
'Trippy Land', a high-energy track by Tape B and Mersiv in collaboration with Juicy J, is another example of the genre's evolution. The track features a catchy hook and a high-energy verse from Juicy J.
Halogenix's 'No More' is an outrageously uplifting tune from one of the scenes' most treasured producers. The track's infectious melody and effortless energy make it sound like summer festivals or the middle of a club night.
Laurie Charlesworth's favourite track of 2024 is "Jungle Diva" by Lens & Sarah Ikumu, featuring Pola & Bryson and goddard. Koherent, Klinical, and Operate's collaboration "Classics" is a standout track on Overview Music's 2024 releases.
Lastly, Ant Mullholland's favourite impactful jungle rhythm of 2024 is "Body Talk" by Nectax, released on DJ Flight's Play:Musik label.
While the UKF editorial team's definitive picks for the top tracks of 2024 across drum and bass, UK garage, and dubstep are not explicitly detailed in the current search results, these tracks certainly showcase the genre's vibrant and innovative spirit in 2024. For precise UKF editorial definitive picks, it may be necessary to consult the official UKF website or recent editorial releases directly.
Sound design in the bass music genre is highlighted in Joy Orbison's 'Flight Fm', with its unique beats and remixes by artists like Fred Again, Four Tet, and Skrillex, reflecting the technology-driven lifestyle of the entertainment industry.
The influence of UK garage and dubstep extends beyond the underground scene, as seen in Marshmello and SVDDEN DEATH's collaboration 'Vortexblade', which blends riddim and experimental bass music.
Technology is not only a tool for sound design but also a connector, as demonstrated by the global spread of 'Trippy Land', a collaboration between Tape B, Mersiv, and Juicy J, showcasing the evolution of the bass music genre.
