Drop Bass NZ And Undergrowth present: Submarine, Strategy & Deep Tempo

About

Strategy --------- Signing to Tru Thoughts in early 2019, Strategy’s diverse talents and lyrical skills made him an impressive addition to the roster. Beginning as an MC at a young age, he quickly became a core figure in Manchester’s underground music scene, building a reputation through individual releases, noteworthy collaborations and an exceptional work ethic. Strategy went on to form the renowned Mancunian hip-hop crew Broke’n’£nglish alongside MC DRS and Konny Kon, touring extensively and supporting the likes of Wu-Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, Snoop Dogg, Dizzee Rascal and Method Man. Never one to be restricted to a single genre, he also collaborated with Dub Phizix on Marcus Intalex’s Soul label, before releasing the now-iconic “Marka” alongside Dub Phizix and Skeptical. With millions of streams worldwide, the track received support from Annie Mac, David Rodigan, Skrillex and many more. His career has taken him across the globe, performing everywhere from America and Japan to Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Alongside releases on Exit Records and Tru Thoughts, Strategy has remained a prominent voice in the underground scene, appearing regularly at Keep Hush and helping build Manchester’s thriving bass music community through the acclaimed Well Good Do events. With decades of experience spanning hip-hop, grime and drum & bass, Strategy brings a distinctive lyrical style and serious underground pedigree to every set. Now, Auckland gets its turn. We’re stoked to have Strategy back in the city, bringing his unmistakable vocals, heavyweight catalogue and years of dancefloor experience to the dance. Submarine ----------- Submarine, also known as Jonas Briere, has been an exclusive core artist at 1985 Music for seven years and is a key figure in the global drum and bass scene. Known for his deep, cinematic sound, he embodies innovation and creative evolution. Born in Cologne and now based in Berlin, he began his musical journey in 2010 and made his mark with his debut “Razzia”. Since then, he has released on labels such as Demand Records, Boundless Beatz, 20/20 LDN, Flexout Music, Overview, Critical Music, and more. A seasoned DJ, Submarine brings a unique style to the decks, blending genres and subgenres in ways that keep the crowd moving. His sets focus on creating an immersive vibe, with unexpected switches and impeccable technical skills that make every show unforgettable. His next EP is set for release in 2025, with more music dropping throughout the year. His passion for sonic exploration continues to inspire – inviting listeners to dive deep into his immersive soundscapes. "Submarine is a divine artist with a motive visible in his music." Deep Tempo -------- In just over two years, Cuttah and C-BO, better known as the boys behind the renowned Deep Tempo podcast, have gone from dubstep’s biggest fans to two of the genre’s most respected tastemakers. A shared appreciation for the deeper end of the spectrum that has been polished over years of digging, the pair (real names Todd and Charlie) credit an inspirational trip to the bass music haven Outlook Festival in 2017 as the kickstart for their involvement in the scene. However, it wasn’t until two years and hundreds of hours of reactionary dubstep-related chat down their local pub later that the boys decided to take the plunge and start the podcast. After a rocky beginning not helped by having to record the podcast from opposite ends of the world as Charlie travelled Asia, the podcast quickly took form into a go-to spot for all dubstep fans to find the best new music from the heads as well as the up-and-comers. Two years on, the two are referred to by many in the scene as ‘the guardians of the dubs;’ a name the pair fondly cherish. Whether showcasing the latest unreleased weapon from the likes of ENiGMA Dubz, Coki and Mrshl to finding the next big thing from Japan or America, the podcast’s ability to celebrate and push dubstep to a wider audience is second to none. Deep Tempo received acclaim from the scene in 2020 by winning the Best Show award at the DUPLOC Awards, a testament to the pair’s infectious passion, entertaining personalities and stellar knowledge of all things sitting around the 140-bpm mark.