It seems like Addison Groove (‘Footcrab’ specifically) is causing quite a ruckus in the scene right now. The minimal nature of the rhythm seems like too little, but anybody who’s tried to write a track before knows it’s hard to, as Blackdown says, “extract the groove from the grid.” If you don’t know, Addison Groove is actually Headhunter in a disguise of skipply house, Detroit ghetto-tech, and the space between bmore and juke. I am absolutely loving this sound right now, although it is not exactly brand new. If this catches your ear, I recommend checking out Joe’s Hessle Audio release (be on the lookout for ‘Claptrap’, his new banger that Ben UFO has been dropping.) Addison Groove’s 12” is coming out on Loefah’s Swamp 81 records, a place usually home to the deep-dark rolling sounds, so this release certainly showcases his ear for new and exciting music. In the meantime, keep clicking on the youtube and shake a foot in your bedroom :)

EDIT: Vinyl pre order up now at chemical!

I’m compiling a playlist of essential dubstep songs for a friend currently, and would like to hear what tunes people think NEED to be on this playlist. Below are a few I’ve chosen, but I need some reader’s help rounding out this list. Please put your additions in the comment section. As always, show Skream, Loefah, and Martyn some support and buy their music.

Skream – Midnight Request Line (128)

Loefah – Mud (128)

Martyn – Vancouver (128)