Rising Star: Hedex

Hedex is arguably one of the hottest acts right now, and his rise in popularity might come as a surprise to those unfamiliar with the fact that he produces drum and bass (DNB). Hailing from the UK, Hedex has skyrocketed in the past couple of years, consistently dropping hit after hit—including the now-iconic “MHITR” (because who hasn’t heard “semi-automatic, blah blah blah” at every festival this past year?). Hedex has played a key role in the rise of DNB in the United States, gracing the stages of major festivals like EDC and Ultra Miami this summer, with no signs of slowing down.

Hedex’s music typically falls under the jump-up sub-genre of DNB, which retains the tempo and rhythm of classic DNB but emphasizes dubstep or space bass elements. I like to describe it as a space bass and DNB hybrid, making it a smooth transition for bass heads looking to explore jump-up. You can hear this in his massive collaboration with Tiësto, “Click Click Click,” where the drop delivers an onslaught of hollow notes that perfectly complement the infectious bassline. This signature style permeates his discography, and the world is hungry for more Hedex.

What also sets Hedex apart is his skill on the decks. Much like artists such as Subtronics, Hedex is a wizard behind the turntables, often chopping between two or even three tracks at once to create live moments that are pure magic. His performance at Bass All Stars is a prime example, where he seamlessly transitions between drops in seconds, all while wowing the crowd with his unique brand of DNB. Hedex is a true rising star, and it’s only a matter of time before he ascends to full headliner status!

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