Not everyone can boast such a creative and genre-spanning catalogue as Shogun Audio. Having curated some of Drum and Bass' most talented artists over the years, Classics: 04-17 does exactly what you'd want it to - puts the finest, filthiest and funkiest beats in one place for you to fondly remember how far we've come.
With an abundance of new signings and exciting plans on the horizon, this is a retrospective collection celebrating the very best of Shogun Audio.
Stream/download the collection here.
The Shogun Audio office have been hard at work uncovering the next round of udiscovered gems and up & coming artists from across the globe. Now with sixteen brand new tracks in tow, ‘Point Of Origin Vol. 2’ is ready to unload to the masses. Featuring artists from the across the UK, Europe and the USA, Vol. 2 spans the spectrum from the heavy dub infused rollings of Dub Elements and Serum to the liquid wash of Phaction and sheer madness of Was A Be, ‘Point Of Origin Vol. 2’ is another Shogun spotlight album sure to please many a D&B faithful.
Having become one of the UK’s most exciting acts over the past few years releasing their bass-heavy brand of garage and grime, My Nu Leng go back to their roots as they deliver their very first drum & bass EP. And as you’d expect from a duo who’ve been drawn in to remix the likes of Naughty Boy, Rudimental and Clean Bandit, it’s big and it’s very, very clever.
Get the signed, limited edition vinyl here.
Exclusively called upon by the iconic Moby ahead of his brand new album, we are proud to present the official drum & bass remix EP of some of his most successful music.
“I'm honoured that Moby has chosen Shogun Audio as the exclusive drum & bass record label to remix some of his finest work. I remember the days of ‘Play' being a constant soundtrack for me. These are timeless tracks that will stay with me for a long time and to hear the likes of ‘Porcelain' and ‘Why Does My Heart’ remixed by some of the amazing artists on the label into D&B takes has been an amazing experience!” Friction, 2017.
We are delighted to announce that on Saturday 13th May, we returning to London to celebrate our 13th Birthday and new London residency at MangleE8. Expect nothing short of an all-star lineup...
Special Guest (13 Years of Shogun Audio Set)
Icicle
Technimatic
Rockwell b2b Was A Be
Fourward b2b Joe Ford
Pola & Bryson
Deadline
We're proud to announce the latest signing to the Shogun roster - Pola & Bryson. Over the past few years the duo have been working hard to make their mark, releasing their own exquisite take on drum & bass through the likes of Hospital Records, Liquicity and Spearhead, with their debut album arriving in 2016 on their very own Soulvent Records. Nominated at the end of last year in two categories at the D&BArena Awards for ‘Best Newcomer (Producers)’ and ‘Best New Label (Soulvent), it was a pivotal year for Jack & Harry. Now their new chapter begins...
Check out their debut release 'Find Your Way EP' here.
Long time regular label guests Ulterior Motive take a break from their Metalheadz duties to deliver their first ever solo release for Shogun, ‘The Real EP’.
With this 4 track EP, the duo yet again demonstrate their formidable production styles that have seen them become one the most sought after drum & bass artists in the scene today.
Get 'The Real EP' digitally here.
Get 'The Real EP' on 12" vinyl here.
Featuring an all star line up including Friction, Alix Perez, Icicle, Rockwell, Technimatic, Spectrasoul, Ivy Lab, Break, Phace, Joe Ford and Fourward alongside new signings Ed:it, Prolix, Was A Be and many more. Shogun Audio Presents: 2016 is OUT NOW and available from all good retailers and streaming sites.
Get it from the Shogun Shop here.
Get it on all other retailers here.
Rockwell's Chorus of Disapproval EP is out now, featuring the tracks Hoez to the Floor, Pulse OSX, Chorus of Disapproval & Out of Vogue.
Get 1 of 300 of the limited edition vinyl from the Shogun Shop here, all hand numbered!
'Chorus of Disapproval EP' is available here.
Karma's Augmented EP, featuring Friction, Forren & Bonnie Wylde, is out now!
"This EP is a culmination of around a years studio work, 4 tracks which mark my evolution and development as an artist. Enjoy!" Karma, 2016.
'Augmented' is out now and available to buy here.
Fourward's debut album on Shogun Audio 'Expansion' is out now!
"Beyond all our recent singles and EPs we wanted to explore and diversify with more melodic elements and vocals alongside our trademark hard-edged production, broadening our sound and pushing the envelope even further. We have been fortunate to work with some amazing collaborators from East London grime MC Pep to the amazing René and the legendary Jakes, our friend and fellow countryman Mefjus, Shogun label mate Icicle and label boss Friction. Now it’s all completed we’re amazingly proud of what we’ve achieved. Thanks for the love and letting us play a part in this great game, we hope you like it." - Fourward, 2016
'Expansion' is out now and available to purchase on the following formats: Vinyl, CD and Digital Download/Stream.
Due to overwhelming demand, we are restocking two of our most popular records; Spor's 'Aztec/Do Not Shake' and Alix Perez's '1984' LP. This is your last guaranteed chance to receive these two classics on vinyl!
You can purchase Spor's 'Aztec/Do Not Shake' on vinyl here.
You can purchase Alix Perez's '1984' LP on vinyl here.
Technimatic's second album 'Better Perspective' is out now!
"Some find it on night drives, speeding away from home and everything it means, steering a lone course into the dark. We find it in music, and always will: liberation, renewal and above all, a better perspective." Technimatic, 2016.
'Better Perspective' is out now and available to buy on the following formats: Limited Edition Collectors' Box Set, Vinyl, CD and Digital Download/Stream.
Surprise! Brand new music!
Safire & Morph's return to SGN:LTD is marked in style with their new single Innocence ft. Tamara / Simulation.
Available exclusively on Beatport - this is one release not to sleep on!
Featuring fresh music from Friction, Alix Perez, Ivy Lab, Icicle, Break, Spectrasoul, Technimatic and many more across the 4 EPs, Shogun - 100 is an essential purchase for any Shogun fan. Available on vinyl, digital formats and very special ltd edition Vinyl + T-Shirt bundles.
Get Shogun - 100 (Part 2) on all formats, including the exclusive bundle, here.
Featuring fresh music from Friction, Alix Perez, Ivy Lab, Icicle, Break, Spectrasoul, Technimatic and many more across the 4 EPs, Shogun - 100 is an essential purchase for any Shogun fan. Available on vinyl, digital formats and very special ltd edition Vinyl + T-Shirt bundles.
Get Shogun - 100 (Part 1) on all formats, including the exclusive bundle, here.
Prolix is an artist that needs little introduction.
Releasing some of the most fearsome music for the past 10 years across labels such as Metalheadz, Playaz, Ram, Virus, Hardware, his own Trendkill Records and more recently with Friction on their killer collaboration ‘Dark Moves’, Prolix now steps up for his very first solo outing on Shogun Audio.
Buy digital exclusively from Beatport here.
We are proud to announce Rockwell's long awaited debut album 'Obsolete Medium' is out now!
Buy digital on the Shogun Shop here.
Buy the 3 x 12" clear vinyl here.
After another year bringing some of the most powerful D&B to the eyes and ears of our fans across the world, we proudly round off 2015 with 'Shogun Audio Presents: 2015'.
Featuring 34 of the hottest tracks released in 2015 from Friction, Rockwell, SpectraSoul, Icicle, Dimension, Phace, Technimatic, Fourward, Joe Ford, Ulterior Motive and many more.
Shogun Audio Presents: 2015 is available to download on:
Our favourite Austrian D&B super group return to round off their year with the absolutely firing ‘Elektrik EP’. Brimming with four tracks of super sonics, Fourward yet again prove their credentials, arming us with the most high-end ammo perfect to bring down any dance.
"Elektrik EP" is available to buy now.
Having now signed exclusively to Shogun Audio, Karma, who recently featured on the Point of Origin LP, arrives for his first solo single release on the label. His debut is one that's sure to put him firmly on the map, marking his turf with two finely tuned cuts of peak time performance drum & bass from the silky overtones of ‘The Searching’ ft. Emmy J Mac and the defiantly floor-driven, ‘Dance’.
Check out Karma's chat with UKF here.
We are proud to present the first in an all-new series to showcase the rising stars of drum & bass from across the musical horizon. ‘Point Of Origin Vol.1’ features 14 tracks from some of the most exciting new producers plucked from the plethora of brand new music received at HQ every day.
Click here for more information.
Buy digital on iTunes / Beatport / Bandcamp.
Submorphics returns to SGN:LTD delivering a huge summertime EP bursting with an array of drum & bass that’s second to none.
The Divine EP includes four emotionally charged dance floor tunes that channels vintage and future soul vibes for a diverse listening experience. Graced with talented upcoming vocalists T.R.A.C and Christina Tamayo, as well as Manchester's legendary Jenna G on title track The Divine, Submorphics brings some San Francisco sonics for an SGN:LTD EP of epic proportions.
Buy Submorpics 'The Divine EP' from iTunes
INTRODUCING THE ALL NEW SHOGUN AUDIO RANGE
The new Shogun Audio apparel and accessories range is now available. The range includes brand new Starter x Shogun Audio snapbacks, Shogun hoodies, socks, slipmats, tote bags and a slick new black on black classic tee colourway all exclusively available from the Shogun Shop.
With premium levels of quality and service, be one of the first to shop the new range here.
*Plus, all orders over £50 will receive a free tote bag.
Production powerhouse SpectraSoul return with their second studio album, ‘The Mistress’. Building on the foundations laid by their critically acclaimed debut ‘Delay No More’, the follow up sees Jack Stevens and Dave Kennett return with an album that takes their songwriting skills to new heights, exploring more deep and diverse electronic territories, all the while retaining their unmistakable drum and bass brand.
With the first two volumes enlisting Icicle, Total Science, Fourward and Technimatic, the Friction Vs EP series returns for a third instalment with another four of drum & bass most coveted producers - Dimension, Prolix, Metrik and Ulterior Motive. Vol.3 sees each go head-to-head with Friction across four club tracks of real ingenuity and power.
Order your limited edition 2 x 12" picture disc vinyl
Following the release of his two previous singles on Shogun Audio last year, Joe Ford is back for 2015 with the heavyweight five-track 'All Of Us' EP.
Premiered by Friction as his ‘Friction Fire’ on BBC Radio 1 and currently on heavy rotation in DJ sets across the globe the 'All Of Us' EP sees Joe return with five huge cuts including ‘Crossbreed’ in collaboration with Shogun stalwart Icicle, and 'Abandoned Art’ ft Miss Trouble.
Limited number of vinyl available from Shogun Shop
*All orders on the Shogun Shop receive free MP3 downloads on dispatch date.
Watch the official video for SpectraSoul's latest single 'Shelter' featuring Lily McKenzie. Taken from The Mistress LP, 'Shelter' is a three part single featuring the orginal, a drum and bass VIP by the production duo and an incredible remix from Two Inch Punch. Order your copy below:
Limited number of vinyl available from Shogun Shop
*All orders on the Shogun Shop receive free MP3 downloads on dispatch date.
We’re delighted to announce SpectraSoul's second album 'The Mistress' will be released on 7th June on vinyl, CD and digital.
On Friday night, Friction and Dimension went to BBC Radio 1 HQ to play their track 'Kinetic' #specialdelivery style for B.Traits. Listen to the track here.
Find out more about the EP and pre-order your copy of the limited edition vinyl.
Friction returns to the Shogun studios to present the second outing of the Vs series. Available digitally and as strictly limited edition vinyl picture discs, ‘Friction Vs’ offers the chance to step inside the minds of some of the most revered heads in the business as they don the controls to deliver some hybrid brand D&B, fresh for 2015.
It’s with great pride that Shogun Audio announces the return of production powerhouse SpectraSoul with the release of their new single Always / I Don’t Mind. Taken from their second album The Mistress, due for release in May 2015, the LP builds on the success of their stunning 2012 debut Delay No More. Inspired by a new studio philosophy and fresh creative partnerships, the new works looks certain to cement their story even further.
Order your vinyl copy from the Shogun Shop here.
Shogun sister label SGN smash their way into 2015 with an EP from Australian drum and bass producer Safire. The Melbourne resident has been making waves throughout the scene over the last couple of years with releases on acclaimed independents Dispatch Records, Invisible Recordings, Mindtech and now SGN.
Get the release from the Shop here.
Events, special edition box sets and now the digital release of the 10 Years of Shogun documentary.
Watch label owners Friction and K-Tee talk about the last ten years, plus special appearances from Shogun artists: Rockwell, Icicle, SpectraSoul, Alix Perez, SP:MC, Linguistics, Joe Ford and Fourward.
Grab one of the last remaining box sets here, or the CD here.
Taken from the double A-side 'Foot Soldiers / Tingod'. Foot Soldiers is the first Shogun release of 2015 and picks up where 2014 single 'Phase Align' left off.
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'10 Years Of Shogun Audio : The Album' is the culmination of many months work from the full Shogun crew to bring you a truly special and collectable release to mark our 10th anniversary in fine style.
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Winter is coming as Icicle returns to the fore with his sophomore album, ‘Entropy’, released November 17th through Shogun Audio. Delivering his most developed and ferocious music to date, Icicle unleashes a tirade of bass weight, ready to blow the eyes and ears of the electronic music world into next year. Leaning from grime infested urban electronica through to emotionally charged trip hop and full on trademark sci-fi drum & bass, the resulting ‘Entropy’ is one of the most prime and compelling examples of hybrid dance music yet seen in 2014.
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This is Icicle’s 'Problem' featuring Skittles, the first single to be taken from the forthcoming album, due in November. The single is available to pre-order now for release on 12th October.
Buy the single: http://bit.ly/ProblemEdge
After their two previous singles 'Night Vision' and 'Like A Memory' ft. Pat Fulgoni, Technimatic's glorious debut album 'Desire Paths' is OUT NOW on premium vinyl, CD and digital download. This is what the press have to say:
"The best album in the genre for years" - Mixmag
"Desire Paths announces the arrival of a major new talent in drum and bass" - DJ Mag
"Deep in every direction, it has potential to be one of the D&B albums of the year" - UKF
GRAB YOUR COPY NOW - PREMIUM VINYL | CD | DIGITAL | DELUXE DIGITAL
Having recently finished his latest stint on BBC Radio 1 hosting the Residency show, Rockwell, the man whose previous single 'Detroit' blew up Zane Lowe's studio sub live on air, returns to Shogun with two more glorious slices of electronic marvel. With support from Mistajam, Zane Lowe, Huw Stevens, Sub Focus, Andy C, Noisia, Friction and more, Rockwell is about to twist heads and minds the world over once more.
GET IT NOW on ITUNES | BEATPORT | SHOGUN SHOP | SPOTIFY | PRE-ORDER VINYL
Check out the official video for 'INeedU' above.
"The best album in the genre for years" - Mixmag
"Desire Paths announces the arrival of a major new arrival in drum and bass" - DJ Mag
"Beautiful" - Clash
Following their incredible singles 'Night Vision' and 'Like A Memory' ft Pat Fulgoni - it's time to introduce Technimatic's debut album 'Desire Paths'.
Read all about it HERE
Check out 'Looking For Diversion ft. Lucy Kitchen above.
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Following the release of one of the biggest drum and bass anthems of the year with 'Night Vision' having received huge support from the likes of Annie Mac, Friction, Rob Da Bank, Crissy Criss, London Elektricity, Sub Focus, SPY, DJ Marky among many others - Technimatic come with their second single 'Like A Memory' feat Pat Fulgoni / 'Not A Perfect Love'. Next up - the album...
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CHECK OUT THE OFFICIAL VIDEO ABOVE
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Friction returns to the Shogun studios to present a brand new 4-part series of releases that will see him collaborate with a host of his favourite producers from across the electronic music spectrum. Available digitally and as strictly limited edition vinyl picture discs, ‘Friction Vs’ offers the chance to step inside the minds of some of the most revered heads in the business as they don the controls to deliver some hybrid brand D&B, fresh for 2014.
>> Friction Vs Vol 1: Scatter feat. Total Science / Battle Scars feat. Fourward & Jakes
OUT NOW as a digital download HERE
Strictly limited edition picture disc vinyl SIGNED BY FRICTION HERE
British summertime is almost upon us and it’s about to be set ablaze by Technimatic’s debut artist album, ‘Desire Paths’. As we lay in wait, here's the official video from their glorious new single taken from the album. 'Friction's Fire' track of the week on BBC Radio 1, check out the video for 'Night Vision' above.
More infomation on Technimatic's debut album forthcoming - watch this space!
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Joe Ford officially arrives in the most explosive style with his debut solo single release on Shogun Audio since signing exclusively to the label late last year. Showing off his skills with two contrasting slices of production powerhouse drum & bass, these will have dance floors rioting across the land for the rest of 2014.
Friction's Fire track of the week (BBC Radio 1), ‘The Moment’ is a juggernaut, a giant that rises from the depths every time it’s played to deliver the most enjoyable sledgehammer hit you’ll ever encounter. A contender for dance floor D&B tune of the year, this turns mice into men.
OUT NOW AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD HERE
BUY VINYL HERE
The four man Austrian drum & bass dynasty Fourward come crashing through the Shogun Audio doors with their debut EP of some of the most gut wrenchingly great bass signals you’ll have heard yet this year.
‘Coundown’ featuring the vocal flows of Kyza is a snarling slice of tech-stepping, Wormhole era drum & bass ready to slice the dance in two. Letting the vocals roll over the top, Fourward deliver one of their most significant moments yet, showing just why they’re the newest addition to the Shogun roster.
The 'Countdown EP' including 'Countdown feat Kyza', 'Wise Guys' and 'Phase Align' is out now.
Joe Ford officially arrives in the most explosive style with his debut solo single release on Shogun Audio since signing exclusively to the label late last year. Showing off his skills with two contrasting slices of production powerhouse drum & bass, these will have dance floors rioting across the land for the rest of 2014.
Friction's Fire track of the week (BBC Radio 1), ‘The Moment’ is a juggernaut, a giant that rises from the depths every time it’s played to deliver the most enjoyable sledgehammer hit you’ll ever encounter. A contender for dance floor D&B tune of the year, this turns mice into men.
OUT NOW
Hitting you where it hurts to kick off 2014, SGN:LTD immediately comes with some heavyweight artillery from label debutant, Ed:it.
With a handful of releases already through the likes of Commercial Suicide, Blu Mar Ten and Rooted Recordings, Ed Warrener is already building up quite a reputation with his slick production and here is no exception.
Check out 'Sound Killer' above.
Ed:it - Sound Killer / I Would.
OUT NOW - check it out HERE
Bringing you the absolute best of a mammoth year on Shogun Audio - 'Shogun Audio Presents: 2013' is a bumper digital compilation of 20 of the best Shogun Audio releases from 2013. Included - tracks from Alix Perez, Rockwell, Friction & Skream, SpectraSoul, Icicle, Total Science, A. I., Optiv & BTK, Icicle and more.
Also included due to popular demand - 5 never before released tracks on Shogun Audio from Joe Ford, K-Tee, Alix Perez and Icicle PLUS a continuous mix of the entire album - ALL FOR ONLY £4.99.
Following the first part of the award winning ‘Way Of The Warrior’ album series back in 2011 in celebration of 50 Shogun Audio releases, we return with part two of our critically acclaimed label showcase, bringing you a selection of the finest drum & bass music created by our ever-evolving entourage of Shogun Audio artists.
Including brand new tracks from Optiv & BTK, Icicle, Friction & K-Tee, DLR, Total Science, Addison Groove and Sam Binga, Friction, SpectraSoul, Technimatic, Rockwell, Joe Ford and Fourward - Shogun Audio Presents 'Way Of The Warrior 2' is OUT NOW.
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With the first original solo material since their heavily acclaimed debut album of 2012 ‘Delay No More’, SpectraSoul are BACK with their stunning new single 'Play The Fool' ft Jamie Jooste backed with 'Bugsy' on the flip. Check out the official video above.
OUT NOW >>> CLICK FOR DIGITAL DOWNLOAD / VINYL.
We return from another reccy beyond our perimeter walls with a brand new EP from long established drum & bass duo A.I. - now stepping up to Shogun Audio with a 4-pack of turbo-charged trickery ready to make you shake with the brand new ‘You Can Dream’ EP.
OUT NOW on VINYL or DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. Check out the title track from the EP 'You Can Dream ft Steo' above.
Bass legends Total Science step up with their debut EP for Shogun Audio and as you’d expect from two of the most experienced producers in the game today, it’s a fully fledged masterpiece. Drawing from their wealth of abilities Quiff and Spinback let rip with an array of styles and moods to set sound systems ablaze the world over.
The 'See Your Face' EP is OUT NOW - check it out on VINYL or DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. Check out the official video for 'See Your Face' ft Riya above.
After delivering one the finest electronic albums of 2012 the production powerhouse SpectraSoul are back once more to present an array of glorious new music on the first anniversary of said debut album ‘Delay No More’.
Having picked some of their favourite artists from all corners of the musical spectrum to remix selected tracks from the album; dBridge, CMX, James Zabiela, Rockwell, DLR, Calibre and Kito, 'Delay No More - The Remixes' is OUT NOW.
Having made some of the biggest waves in drum & bass since signing to SGN:LTD, men of the moment Technimatic debut their first full EP on the label.
With a growing reputation as ambassadors for the smoother liquid side, this array of top notch productions looks likely to cement their standing even further as the ‘Intersection EP’ arrives just in time for those long summer nights ahead.
'Detroit' - the only track in history to have reportedly broken Zane Lowe's sub speaker at the BBC Radio 1 studios! "It blew our bass bin! This is ridiculous, a phenominal slice of drum and bass from Rockwell" - Zane Lowe's 'Future Sound', BBC Radio 1. "How special is this?! Absolute smasher! Rockwell is just taking the mick!" - MistaJam's 'Jam Hot' track of the week, BBC Radio 1xtra.
Some people are calling this one of the biggest releases of 2013 - go grab yourself a copy!
LISTEN / DOWNLOAD HERE
Newest SGN:LTD signing Dose returns with another heavy tech injection of two prime time slices of drum and bass.
'What Lies Beneath’ is a naughty piece of late night D&B fresh from the mixing desk of one the scene’s most deadly producer DJ’s around right now where as 'Simultaneous' on the flip shows Dose showing a more experimental side for a dangerous stepper of a track.
Check it out now HERE.
The stunning sophomore album from the unstoppable, wholly original Alix Perez is OUT NOW. ‘Chroma Chords’ is a multi-genre tour de force, a thoroughbred electronic musical masterpiece that casts Alix Perez in a league all of his own.
Check it out now - click for DIGITAL | DELUXE DIGITAL | CD | VINYL
Having teased us with a free download of 'Feelings Of Regret' recently, it’s time to present the real deal, the first official single taken from the brand new album from the unstoppable, wholly original, Alix Perez. 'Annie's' Song' ft Sam Wills serves as the ultimate prelude to the main event, a thoroughbred electronic masterpiece. Featuring huge remixes from SPY, Shadow Child & Maddslinky and added track 'We Could Have Been' ft D.Ablo.
OUT NOW - click for VINYL / DIGITAL
Here's the OFFICIAL video of the huge 'Kingpin' by Friction & Skream featuring MC's Scrufizzer, P.Money & Riko Dan. Watch the official video above.
The Kingpin EP featuring massive remixes by Calyx & Teebee, Rockwell and Jay Fay is OUT NOW.
