The albums that define
drum and bass.
Our picks for where to start with drum and bass — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top drum and bass artists
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The drum and bass essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
DJ Fresh
Kryptonite
A pulsating blend of electrifying basslines and dynamic rhythms that define contemporary drum and bass.
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DJ Fresh
Escape from Planet Monday
A frenetic journey through high-energy drum and bass, infused with eclectic samples and relentless rhythms.
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TRV$DJAM
Fix Your Face
A frenetic journey through drum and bass, blending chaotic beats with experimental soundscapes.
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ATB
The DJ™ 5: In the Mix
A pulsating journey through electronic soundscapes, blending trance rhythms with melodic hooks and club-ready beats.
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ATB
Sunset Beach DJ Session 2
A sun-soaked blend of euphoric melodies and rhythmic beats perfect for summer escapism.
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Pendulum
The Reworks
A pulsating collection where iconic Pendulum tracks are reimagined through the lens of contemporary electronic artists.
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Pendulum
Hold Your Colour
An explosive fusion of drum and bass with rock elements, driving energy from start to finish.
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Lee "Scratch" Perry
Time Boom X De Devil Dead
An adventurous blend of dub, reggae, and early jungle rhythms layered with Perry's surreal vocal improvisations.
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Lee "Scratch" Perry
Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread
A vibrant fusion of reggae rhythms and surreal lyrical imagery, enveloping listeners in a psychedelic soundscape.
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Wiley
Grime Wave
A raw and vibrant exploration of grime culture, blending energetic beats with sharp, streetwise lyricism.
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Wiley
Playtime Is Over
A raw and energetic blend of grime beats and personal narratives that embody the spirit of UK urban culture.
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Tinie Tempah
Disc-Overy
A vibrant fusion of UK rap, electro-hop, and rave energy that energizes the dance floor.
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Tinie Tempah
Youth
Youth blends vibrant UK rap with electronic influences, capturing an energetic and youthful spirit.
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Labrinth
Euphoria Season 2 Official Score – From the HBO Original Series
A haunting blend of electronic soundscapes and emotive vocals that encapsulates the series' intense emotional journeys.
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Labrinth
Euphoria
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic beats and soulful melodies, echoing themes of love and self-discovery.
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Rudimental
We the Generation
A vibrant blend of drum and bass, soul, and electronic elements that captures the spirit of a generation.
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Rudimental
Home
Uplifting drum and bass interwoven with soulful vocals and anthemic choruses, creating a vibrant sonic tapestry.
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Towa Tei
Sunny
An eclectic mix of playful melodies and vibrant rhythms, merging Shibuya-kei with elements of electronic dance music.
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Towa Tei
Sound Museum
A vibrant blend of electronic beats and eclectic samples that capture the essence of late-'90s Shibuya-kei.
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Sub Focus
Portals
A euphoric blend of soaring melodies and intricate beats that encapsulate the essence of modern drum and bass.
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Sub Focus
Torus
Energetic drum and bass beats intertwine with melodic hooks, creating an immersive sonic landscape.
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Mike Paradinas
Chewed Corners
A kaleidoscopic blend of ambient textures and intricate rhythms that invites deep listening.
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Mike Paradinas
Spatula Freak
A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate rhythms and ethereal soundscapes that challenge conventional dance music.
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Bomfunk MC's
In Stereo
A vibrant fusion of breakbeat, electro, and hip-hop rhythms designed to energize dance floors.
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