Electronic · NZ · Active since 2020

distance

Heavy, industrial-tinged dubstep that prioritizes physical sub-bass and metallic textures. Dark, cinematic soundscapes for late nights in concrete spaces.

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Distance creates music that is as much a physical sensation as it is a sound. It is built on the foundation of 'chestplate' bass, a term he coined to describe low-end frequencies so powerful they resonate in the listener's torso. The sound is dark, spacious, and unapologetically heavy, drawing from the murky depths of early South London dubstep while injecting a cold, industrial edge.

What truly sets him apart is his background in metal and industrial music. You can hear the ghost of a Pantera riff in the way his synths growl or the mechanical precision of Fear Factory in his drum programming. This isn't just dance music; it's a cinematic exploration of urban decay, filled with metallic clangs, haunting atmospheres, and a relentless half-step rhythm that keeps the listener in a state of constant, pleasurable tension.

Start with the seminal album 'My Demons'. It is the definitive blueprint for the 'dark' side of dubstep, balancing aggressive textures with a deep, dubby sense of space. It's the perfect introduction to an artist who helped define the genre's physical and emotional weight.

Our Catalog1 Album · 2025
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