In this weekly roundup, we highlight some of the biggest drum & bass happenings – from fresh bangers and event highlights to industry moves and album news – that shook the scene during the week of April 15–21, 2025.
Cover art for Exile & Contact Point’s single “Million.”
Rising producer Exile has teamed up with fellow UK talent Contact Point on a new jump-up single titled “Million.” Released this week on the Make Your Era imprint (April 20, 2025), “Million” arrives as an infectious dancefloor weapon. The label is already hyping it as “an absolute anthem of a Jump Up tune” a high-energy track sure to wreck the rave. With its heavyweight bassline and punchy drums, “Million” adds to Exile’s growing catalog of bangers and is definitely one for DJs to stash in their USBs.
Flyer for Liquicity Cologne 2025 at Bootshaus (April 19, 2025).
The famed liquid drum & bass brand Liquicity made a triumphant return to Cologne this past weekend, taking over the iconic Bootshaus club on April 19, 2025. The Liquicity Cologne 2025 event delivered the label’s signature “Galaxy of Dreams” vibes, complete with a stellar lineup. Headliners K Motionz, Maduk, and Fred V led the charge, supported by a cast of talents like Artino, Blooom, Low:R and more, with MC Mota hosting. From 22:00 to 06:00, a packed crowd immersed themselves in soulful melodies and rolling basslines, dancing non-stop until dawn. It was another unforgettable night of pure D&B magic for Liquicity’s German fans.
In a notable industry meets club moment, London’s Fabric nightclub hosted a special drum & bass conference-and-rave on April 16, 2025. The event, presented by the BPI (British Phonographic Industry) and branded “Drum & Bass: UK Made, Globally Played,” kicked off in the afternoon as an invite-only insight session at Fabric. Industry leaders, artists, and innovators gathered for panels and keynotes exploring the genre’s rich history and future, moderated by BBC Radio 1’s Charlie Tee. Come evening, Fabric opened its doors to the public for a proper D&B blowout: a DJ showcase running 7pm till midnight. The line-up spanned generations – from legends like Ray Keith and DJ Krust to new-school voices like Degs and Anaïs – all spinning under one roof. With its mix of discussion and all-out rave, the BPI x Fabric event highlighted the genre’s journey from underground UK roots to a global phenomenon, honoring the pioneers while embracing the next wave.
Album artwork for Djrum’s Under Tangled Silence (out April 25, 2025).
Acclaimed UK producer Djrum (aka Felix Manuel) is set to release his first album in six years, signaling a major comeback. Titled Under Tangled Silence, the 11-track LP lands April 25, 2025 via Fabric’s boutique label Houndstooth. This marks Djrum’s long-awaited follow-up to 2018’s Portrait With Firewood, and it represents what’s being described as a creative rebirth for the genre-blending artist. True to form, Djrum’s new material defies easy categorization – expect a journey through ambient atmospheres, experimental bass and jungle breakbeats, even touches of modern classical with instruments like cello and harp in the mix. Two singles have already dropped (“A Tune For Us” and “Three Foxes Chasing Each Other”), offering a glimpse of the album’s emotive yet rhythmically fierce sound. Under Tangled Silence is one of this month’s most anticipated releases, poised to remind the scene of Djrum’s genre-pushing prowess.
