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· AUG 3, 2026 Halloween weekend is almost here, which means it’s officially time to start preparing for one of Arizona’s heaviest bass music experiences. While building your schedule and finishing your costume are both important, there’s one thing every seasoned festivalgoer knows: the …
· JUL 15, 2026 HOL! is making his way back to Arizona for DUSK’s 10 year anniversary celebration. DUSK Music Festival is pulling out all the stops for the anniversary this November, bringing massive talent to the streets of downtown Tucson. HOL! is one …
· JUL 13, 2026 Few artists have climbed the ranks of riddim as quickly as Mad Dubz and VKTM. Both have built loyal followings through relentless touring, festival appearances, and some of the heaviest sound design in bass music. From collaborations and bookings with …
· JUN 22, 2026 Few projects have captured the evolution of modern riddim quite like roi*’s Intelligent Riddim. Released in 2025, the four-track EP showcases the French producer’s ability to blend intricate sound design, atmospheric melodies, and hypnotic groove into a sound that feels …
· JUN 15, 2026 LAYZ and AlienPark are two up and coming artists who lean towards the heavier side of dubstep. They ride the line with some riddim influences sprinkled in. “Ready” continues this trend and immerses the listener in a cybernetic arcade game. …
· JUN 11, 2026 Automhate brings his signature riddim skills in new track “Retro” featured on Skism’s Never Say Die Volume 7 mix, the “final never say die showcase.” As legendary label Never Say Die closes out an era, Skism compiled a blend of …
· JUN 10, 2026 As part of its 16th anniversary rollout, North Coast Music Festival is expanding the beloved Chill Dome and introducing an entirely new nighttime concept called “The Bunker.” By day, the Dome remains a sanctuary for alternative sets and immersive activities. …
· JUN 9, 2026 Few artists have exploded through the riddim underground quite like roi*. The French producer has become one of the most talked-about names in the scene by doing something that should not work on paper: making some of the heaviest trench …
· MAY 11, 2026 A quickly developing riddim act has entered the scene, and they’re already turning heads. Modal Nodes, another mysterious group that appeared seemingly out of nowhere, just dropped their new EP Destiny / Jawa Dub, and it’s packed with the layered, …
· MAY 7, 2026 Two of the fastest-rising names in riddim are linking for a night built on pure energy as Nimda and Prosecute bring the Bloodbound Tour to Tempe. Both artists saw major momentum this past year with heavy support from Svdden Death …
· MAR 26, 2026 Modal Nodes has been one of the most anticipated names in the underground riddim scene over the past year. Emerging with little background, the duo began uploading to SoundCloud and quickly built momentum through sharp sound design and consistent flips …
· MAR 24, 2026 Mad Dubz and VKTM have quickly established themselves as two of the most consistent names in riddim. In just a few years, both have moved from dive bars and afters to major festival stages, building momentum through strong releases and …
· MAR 10, 2026 In my opinion, Pacific Northwest based producer Quackson is one of the most underrated DJs in the bass music scene. His sound design is eerie, well-layered, and most importantly… SUPER HEAVY. His incredible Dilation EP is ever-present in my replay …
· FEB 26, 2026 If you haven’t yet discovered Hurtbox, now is the time. The French producer, also known as the identical twin brother of riddim sensation HOL!, has just dropped his nasty new four-track EP, Chainstar, and it’s pure fuel for anyone who …
· FEB 19, 2026 HOL! is not giving us any time to breath, as he is already back with another release. This time he releases his full EP, BORN LOUD. The EP features his recently released track “MALFUNCTION” with Eptic and five more insane …
· FEB 18, 2026 The dubstep dream team is back. Excision and Subtronics have joined forces once again for their third collaborative single, “A.F.B.1.” an acronym that (of course) stands for “another f***ing big one.” Out now, the track is nothing but pure, heavy-hitting …
· FEB 10, 2026 System alert triggered, there are sub pressures reaching critical levels in Chandler! A low-frequency transmission confirms BADKLAAT is inbound. This February at System Overload, expect a proper showcase of heavyweight riddim rooted in swing, weight, and sound-system culture. Known for …
· FEB 6, 2026 After almost two years since its original release, VKTM brings back “Nocturnal,” a collab track with Tape B for a special VIP release. A track where VKTM’s riddim meets Tape B’s old school dubstep and immerses the two sounds into …
· FEB 3, 2026 System integrity compromised, prepare for low-end pressure exceeding safe thresholds. A distorted transmission has cut through the static, confirming the arrival of WARLORD. System report is showing that there is an inbound Warlord, something all riddim fans should be aware …
