VIOLENTLYILL
Violentlyill is a producer, DJ, and vinyl enthusiast hailing from Bangor, Northern Ireland, and the Founder and Label Head of ill Records. Known for crafting raw, sample-based Hip Hop, his music is steeped in the traditions of the genre’s golden era. Drawing inspiration from icons like Pete Rock, Madlib, DOOM, J Dilla, and DJ Muggs, Violentlyill blends intricate sampling with rich, textured soundscapes.
Through ill Records, he champions underground talent and keeps the spirit of classic Hip Hop alive—both in the studio and on the decks. His DJ sets are a carefully curated journey through Hip Hop, and he currently holds two radio residencies: Wax Heavy on Subtle Radio, and Digi Dubplates on Mode London. With a lifelong passion for crate-digging and a commitment to authentic sound, Violentlyill delivers rhythm, texture, and culture in every set.
HART
HART is a producer based in Bangor, Ireland, known for crafting soulful, jazz-infused Hip Hop that bridges nostalgia and modern groove. With dusty samples, warm chords, and swinging drums, HART’s music feels like flipping through a crate of forgotten records in a smoky lounge—intimate, textured, and timeless.
Their debut album Moon Jazz set the tone with lush arrangements and laid-back rhythms, while their alter ego Nyphaea explores the darker, club-oriented side of their sound. As Nyphaea, HART ventures into UK garage, breaks, and experimental bass—most notably on the BAKU EP, a deep, cinematic project inspired by Japanese folklore.
Whether under HART or Nyphaea, the throughline is clear: rich, emotive music with a focus on depth, detail, and mood. Always evolving, always rooted.
KUB
KUB is a producer, visual artist, and vinyl aficionado from Newcastle Upon Tyne, representing the legendary Battalions Cru. Rooted in Hip Hop culture, his work spans gritty boom bap beats, animated visuals, and turntable precision—all fueled by a deep love for classic breaks and the art of the B-boy.
A lifelong student of the culture, KUB blends chopped samples, heavy drums, and raw textures into beats that hit hard and stay true to the essence. Beyond the MPC, his animated work and visual storytelling echo the same ethos—DIY, detailed, and undeniably Hip Hop.
Whether he's digging for vinyl, sketching out new frames, or flipping samples into something fresh, KUB brings authenticity and attitude to everything he touches. No gimmicks—just raw creativity and deep crates.
SEAZ420
SEAZ, also known as SEAZ420, is a producer from Ireland known for his raw, analogue approach to Hip Hop. Armed with an SP-404 and a deep love for lo-fi textures, he crafts gritty, soulful beats rooted in classic boom bap and chopped sample culture.
His live sets—performed entirely on the SP-404—are immersive and unpolished in the best way, delivering dusty drums, hypnotic loops, and deep head-nod rhythms that echo the golden era while staying uniquely his own. There’s no laptop, no gimmicks—just pure hardware heat and raw expression.
A quiet but crucial presence in Ireland’s underground beat scene, SEAZ420 embodies the DIY ethic of Hip Hop: analogue grit, dusty records, and unfiltered creativity.
CRACKER JON
Cracker Jon is a distinctly original voice in UK Hip Hop—known for his off-kilter flows, razor-sharp wit, and raw, eccentric lyricism. Hailing from Croydon, South London, his bars blend street-level realism with surreal imagery, social commentary, and unfiltered honesty. With a delivery that flips between deadpan and frantic, Cracker Jon brings personality to every beat he touches.
A longtime collaborator with producer Violentlyill, their joint album Bought Off and Silenced by Gizmos and Toys has been praised as one of the most unique and exciting UK Hip Hop releases in recent years. Over lo-fi textures, dusty breaks, and intricate sample chops, Cracker Jon spits vivid verses that teeter between chaos and clarity—grounded in experience and laced with humour.
Unafraid to take risks, Cracker Jon stands outside trends, building a catalogue rooted in authenticity and experimentation. His work continues to resonate with fans of underground Hip Hop who crave substance, originality, and grit.
COUCH ASTRONAUTS
Couch Astronauts craft immersive soundscapes that traverse the realms of breaks, garage, future garage, dubstep, and drum & bass. Their productions blend intricate rhythms with atmospheric textures, creating a sonic journey that's both grounded and otherworldly.
Their music is characterized by deep sub-bass lines, shuffled percussion, and ambient layers that evoke a sense of introspection and exploration. Drawing inspiration from the UK's rich electronic heritage, Couch Astronauts infuse their tracks with a contemporary edge, pushing the boundaries of genre conventions.
Whether it's a late-night session or a peak-time set, Couch Astronauts deliver a sound that's both innovative and deeply rooted in the traditions of UK bass music.
