Lush, soulful drum and bass that feels like a sunrise over a concrete skyline. Sophisticated liquid funk with deep grooves and cinematic string arrangements.
Bachelors of Science craft a version of drum and bass that feels deeply human and organic despite its electronic pulse. Their sound is defined by a 'liquid' quality: smooth, flowing, and emotionally resonant. It is the kind of music that bridges the gap between the high-intensity energy of a club and the introspective quiet of a late-night drive. You'll hear echoes of jazz, soul, and even classical music tucked into the fast-paced breakbeats.
What truly sets them apart is their mastery of atmosphere. While many drum and bass producers focus on technical aggression or minimal percussion, this trio leans into lushness. They use strings not as a gimmick, but as a foundational texture that provides a cinematic weight to their tracks. The basslines are often warm and rounded, reminiscent of an upright bass in a smoky lounge, providing a grounding force for the ethereal vocals and shimmering synths floating above.
Start with their landmark album 'Science Fiction' to understand their roots in the liquid funk scene. It contains the essential anthems that defined their career and showcases their ability to make 170 BPM feel incredibly relaxing. From there, move into 'Within This Moment' to hear how they have refined their soulful, melodic approach for a modern era.
Bachelors of Science is the stage name of Phil "Rene" Collis, Chris Doe and Lukeino Argilla. They met in California and formed a successful act, quickly becoming one of the top drum and bass producers in the electronic music scene. Focusing primarily on the subgenre of liquid funk, Bachelors of Science have released multiple albums and singles to critical acclaim, gaining airplay from DJs such as Brian Gee, Bailey, LTJ Bukem, Grooverider, Annie Mac, High Contrast, Doc Scott, Flight, Alix Perez, DJ Lee, Redeyes, Makoto, State of Mind, JuJu, BigBud and L Double. Their track, "Bachelors of Science – Strings Track (Apex Remix)" has been awarded "Best Drum & Bass Track" at the 2009 beatport Music Awards. In 2012, Bachelors of Science launched their record label CODE Recordings.
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