Celebrating another year of bass, breaks, and pure jungle energy.
As 2025 wraps up, it’s been another massive year for Drum & Bass — from earth-shaking festival drops and beat-driven anthems to genre-defining releases and fresh artist breakthroughs. Here’s a look back at the posts that defined the year on DnBNoize, resonated with the scene, and kept our community hyped all year long.
🔊 London Elektricity – Lunatics & Legends
One of the stand-out highlights this year was London Elektricity’s much-anticipated album announcement. Lunatics & Legends showcases Tony Colman’s imagination — blending jazz, DnB energy, and musical spontaneity into what could be one of the most eclectic Drum & Bass LPs of 2025. dnbnoize.com
A record not just for DnB heads, but for anyone who loves music that pushes boundaries and invites chaos with a smile.
🔊 Dr Meaker - Distorted Sun
Dr Meaker is a British electronic music producer and a live act, renowned for their fusion of Drum and Bass, soul, and live instrumentation. Formed in Bristol in 2004, the band’s unique sound has captivated audiences worldwide. dnbnoize.com
embark on a sonic journey like no other with Dr Meaker’s forthcoming album and Live European Tour
🔥 Abstrakt Sonance – Need You Now
This September release stood out for its emotive depth and sonic complexity. Exploring heartache and intensity across multiple tracks, this record became one of the most emotionally charged DnB EPs of the year. dnbnoize.com
With melodies that linger and basslines that hit deep, Need You Now was a standout in both playlists and DJ crates.
🎶 Tanukichi – One More Drop
Tanukichi’s genre-defying anthem became a standout post in July, gaining buzz across UK rave culture and beyond. While not pure DnB in the strictest sense, the track illustrated the cross-pollination happening in the scene this year. dnbnoize.com
A track that challenged genre boundaries and became a talking point in the community.
🎛️ Yetti – Whiteout
Released in July and spotlighted on DnBNoize, Whiteout by Yetti encapsulated high-energy peak-time DnB that found its way into North American rave sets and festival playlists alike. dnbnoize.com
A prime example of how DnB continues to grow internationally — with bold new voices making waves.
🥁 Danny Byrd, Sigma & BassLayerz – Superstylin’
One of the more nostalgia-driven hits of the year, this remix of Groove Armada’s classic brought fresh energy to a chart-classic track. It was a welcome nod to DnB’s roots while keeping ears tuned to the future. dnbnoize.com
A reminder that old school energy and modern production still hit hard when blended right.
🚀 Pirapus – BACK2LIFE
Before the mid-year Top 10 dropped, Pirapus’ BACK2LIFE dominated the scene with melodic hooks and festival-ready energy. It became one of the most talked-about tracks heading into summer 2025. dnbnoize.com
A melodic anthem that lit up sets at festivals like Tomorrowland and Rampage.
🧊 Serum, MC Spyda & BassLayerz – So Cold
Landing early in January, this release set the tone for a heavy year ahead. It captured the gritty and emotive essence of DnB with raw energy that resonated all year with producers and ravers alike. dnbnoize.com
A true anthem that kept boots stomping and playlists cycling.
💿 Mid-Year Highlights – Top 10 Tracks of 2025 (So Far)
Our June roundup of the Top 10 Drum & Bass Tracks reflected a vibrant mid-year scene — with legends and rising stars alike dominating listeners’ attention. dnbnoize.com
Featuring tracks from godard., A Little Sound, Koven, Black Sun Empire and more — this list became one of our most shared posts of the season.
📻 Radio + Mixed Content Highlights
Beyond single releases, our ongoing DnBNoize Radio & Daily posts — including exclusive premieres, collabs, and special remixes — continued to connect our global community with the latest DnB culture. Featured highlights include:
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Joss-E – The Curse
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AGRESSOR BUNX & Tornada collab
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Breakage & Shy FX Say Less
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Redefining voices like Idle Days and Riko Dan x Skepsis
(All featured in DnBNoize’s continuous news feed throughout 2025) dnbnoize.com
A reminder that DnBNoize isn’t just about tracks — it’s about culture, discovery, and community.
🎉 10. Looking Back, Moving Forward
2025 has been huge for Drum & Bass — full of energy, emotion, rebellion, and innovation. From festival peaks to deep rollers and fresh artist breakthroughs, the DnB family has kept growing and pushing sonic boundaries.
We hope to be around next year — with more bass, more beats, and more of that trademark Jungle / Drum and Bass energy.
🔥 All the Best for 2026 from DnBNoize 🔥
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