Jay Z...

Not DSR or H.E.N.C.H. but we all love Jigga!!!

Photos from BBC...

I caught this... he was AMAZING!!!

TC @ Glastonbury!!

Ok... so photos aren't great quality, straight from my phone!

TC smashed his set!! I haven't got pics from that yet, was too dark for me but we made some videos too so will get them up asap

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Arriving!

The sun came with us!

Run tee!! (buy at www.dstyle.co.uk !)

Cider was the one today

Free ice creams!

Hijack... getting involved!

The London boys in full effect... Benga, Skream and Kutz (who you can catch at H.E.N.C.H. next month!)

The Jiggaman.... Oh God!

Friends and Fam!!! Bodynod presents...

Friends of H.E.N.C.H. Bodynod are doing a Carnival afterparty!

only decent afterparty going on this year... dont miss it!

H.E.N.C.H. Pics!

Some pics Sof and I took at H.E.N.C.H. Scientist and Djunya!

Scientist and Friend!


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Djunya

J and Blazey... So smiley... love it!

Djunya

J, Blazey and Djunya

J and Koast

Joker and Gemmy

H.E.N.C.H.!!!

Koast and Blazey

My gorgeous Hayley!

Ask your mum!

SUPA!

with love to Basic for my pic!!!

H.E.N.C.H. in July

O yes thats right people... we're going IN!!!!

Jakes interview and H.E.N.C.H. competiton at Nu Urban...

Following the massive successes of HENCH001 and HENCH002, the Godfather of Bristol Dubstep moves aside for the third release on his HENCH imprint; this time around JAKES gives the floor to one of the hottest producers on the circuit: KOMONAZMUK.

BAD APPLE displays perfectly what is so exciting about the Dubstep movement right now, combining elements that wouldn't be out of place in a minimal Techno track and adding subtle flourishes that will strike a chord with HENCH's growing army of fans. Simply stunning.

LAST MISTAKE goes for a more straight-up Dubstep feel with skipping beats and echoed atmospherics that build a cinematic edge to another beautifully minimal track. KOMONAZMUK is clearly a dangerous man.

As the promo of the 3rd release from the H.E.N.C.H. crew has just come out, we thought it would be nice to sit down with jakes and ask him some questionsTo celebrate the upcoming release of HENCH003 (Komonazmuk - Bad Apple / Last Mistake) we have a promo AND a H.E.N.C.H. t-shirt to give away!

NUM - How did you get into dubstep and what inspired you to do so?
JAKES - I’ve always loved bass heavy music and right from the very first time I heard a dubstep track - a Horsepower 12" - I was hooked. My first solo ventures into the studio were supposed to be Hip Hop, but they mutated into my distinctive Dub sound.

NUM - What made you set up H.E.N.C.H.?
JAKES - I needed an outlet for my music; plus I have two wives an seven kids to feed!

NUM - Can you describe your sound?
JAKES - Can you?

NUM - ‘Warp 9’ is such a huge tune, a real personal favourite of mine, what inspired you to make it?
JAKES - The original of ‘Warp 9’ is called ‘Gate 9’ and that was inspired by a trip to Amsterdam. The sample is talking about the boarding gate for Amsterdam in an airport. ‘Warp 9’ is ‘Gate 9's big brother. The one that plays happy slaps for fun!

NUM - What is your favourite track in the dubstep scene at the moment?
JAKES - Anything by Mala.

NUM - What is your favourite track of all time? (any genre)
JAKES - ‘ANTI WAR DUB’!

NUM - Who is your favourite producer at the moment?
JAKES - It's a tossup between Mala, Peverlist or Stephan Bodzin.

NUM - What influences you as a producer?
JAKES - Vodka soda an bags a ‘erb.NUM - What do you prefer – DJing, MCing or producing, and why?

JAKES - Producing. Because I can stay at home!NUM - This is a bit of a random question but I got to ask! If you were stranded on a desert island and you could only have 3 things, what would they be?
JAKES - A strain of skunk that could survive, the ability to make fire and a woman.

NUM - Can you describe the feeling you get when you drop one of your own tunes at a dance and you see the crowd go nuts?
JAKES - It’s a combination of fear and satisfaction.

NUM - What can we see from H.E.N.C.H. this year? What are the plans?
JAKES - Total world domination, a shit load of killer twelves, some nifty garms, a mix album, maybe a solo one from one of the fam and a world tour.

NUM - You also run a night in Bristol called H.E.N.C.H. can you tell us a little about that, who have you had down and what is the crowd like?
JAKES - The night is running smooth and we already have a loyal base of attendees. Almost all the big hitters have been thru alongside some of what I think will be the stars of tomorrow.

NUM - Are there any raves that you would recommend?
JAKES - H.E.N.C.H. & D.M.Z

NUM - How do you see the current dubstep scene and where do you think it will be in 5 years time?
JAKES - It's healthy at the moment an all I can see is it growing stronger.NUM - Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?
JAKES - Rehab.

NUM - If you weren't involved in music then what would you be doing?
JAKES - Shottin pon road... Get Mehhhhhh?

NUM - Most producers don't like to tell what they use to make their tunes on, but I got to ask! What do you use?
JAKES - Two bits of wood and a glue gun.

NUM - What's your favourite dinner?
JAKES - My MUM’S chicken an rice!

NUM - Where can people check out you and H.E.N.C.H.? Can you give us any links or sites to check?
JAKES - You can check us monthly @ The Tube 1 Unity St (the bottom of Park St) In Bristol. Go to www.myspace.com/henchstep for information.

NUM - Have you got any shout outs or big ups you want to do?
JAKES - Ez Tom, Jon, Al an G at D Style an the Komonazmuk, Supa, Wedge an the Blazey @ H.E.N.C.H. Shout to JOKER an GEMMY!

click here for the comp

H.E.N.C.H. tomorrow!!!

Yes yes it's that time again people... H.E.N.C.H.


Here's a little info on Djunya for yas...



DJUNYA!




Over the years Djunya has played with various live bands and worked on dub/beat projects across the United States.

Djunya then began to play drum n' bass heavily throughout 1999. He was quickly noticed for his ability to program and cut mixes. His producing skills have been captivating listeners for a decade, and he has continued to move dance floors DJ'ing his Dubbed-out blend of BASS HEAVY BEATS...

Djunya's live mixes and sound productions cover the spectrums of deep moody basslines to etheric atmospheres.

His influences range from Reggae, Hip-Hop, Downtempo, Drum and Bass, and Hardcore. Djunya's sound palette is ever expanding as he continues to work with multiple artists,producers, and traditional musicians.

As for Scientist... he is a bit of a man of mystery, so we'll keep it that way just know that he will kill it tomorrow night so do not miss this one!!

Run Summer Sessions Part 1...

The next Run has been announced!

Like I said before... we haven't left ya... next month we're at Thekla!!

If you came to last years party you know this is not a night to be missed, we sold out days in advance last time so get your tickets asap -available at Bristol Ticket Shop, Khoi, Prime Cuts and Rooted now!!!

This is a D Style vs Playaz soundclash -two of the BIGGEST labels in DNB right now!

Friday 11th July baby!!

Run joins Blowpop and Just Jack for a proper rave!

Peace and Loveism - Run vs. Blowpop with Just Jack Twenty years of acid house, and now 2008 is set to be the new summer of love - so join us for the triple drop.

For one night only, BlowPop, Run and Just Jack come together to present a rave to rock the grave!

This is your personal invitation to witness the birth of a dance legend - PEACE AND LOVE-ISM 2008! Only for the headstrong!

Full UV interior with three rooms of visuals, lasers, smoke and dazzling lighting rigs. 25k DIRT soundsystem in the half-pipe.

The event opens at 9 with BBQ and the IDJ mag terrace party.

Guest DJ's start in the pipe at eleven, get there early so you dont miss out! S

o dig out your dayglo, your McDonalds shades, go down the charity shop and buy a Global Hypercolour t-shirt.....the best dressed raver wins a keg of Thatchers....don't worry we'll find you! Listen out for a couple of very very special guests on the night!!!!

The Half Pipe Breaks, Electro and Drum n' Bass

Friction

Rogue Element

Clipz

Soul of Man

D*Minds

Stereo 8

Jakes

plus some secret special guests!

plus so much more....

go to www.bristolticketshop.co.uk to get yours today!