What’s the message behind Peace Love and Unity in one sentence?
Peace, Love and Unity is the intent. It’s what we’re striving for. If we keep these principles in mind they guide our actions and bring more harmony into our lives. It’s not just a slogan. It’s a way of moving through the world with purpose.
How would you describe the sound of the Mind EP in three words?
Energy. Depth. Flow.
It’s a sonic journey from the initial spark of intent through darker shadowy spaces of introspection into a kind of internal chaos before finding balance in tribal rhythm and ancestral echoes. It’s cerebral but it also moves spiritually and physically.
What’s one thing you want people to feel when they hear this track?
Connection.
I want people to go on a journey with it and feel the different phases of the music like chapters of a story or cycles of the self. It’s about knowing deep down that even when things are turbulent, balance returns. We all want to believe that everything is going to be alright and that’s the feeling I want to leave you with.
How did the collaboration with Megatron MC come together?
I’ve known Megatron from the Ruffneck Ting days and always rated his flow, his clarity, his presence on a mic. We used to run with both Megatron and Jakes and that was a powerful combination. So I thought let’s revisit that energy but do something deeper and more rooted.
Megatron has roots in the original Junglist sound and I had this vision of going back to a more raw stripped-back Jungle before it got too cluttered and overly processed. I wanted to take it back to the source where every bar mattered and the space between the sounds carried weight.
Why release on the Spring Equinox and Earth Day what’s the significance?
Each Equinox marks a shift a realignment. Nature’s own reset button. The Earth moves through seasons just like we do and that rhythm is something I’ve become more attuned to.
Time’s flying we’re all feeling it so marking these turning points keeps us grounded gives us a moment to reflect and recalibrate. Earth Day and the Equinox are perfect anchor points to release music with intention.
How do you define Roots Jungle?
It’s in the name but there’s depth behind it. It’s Jungle with a stripped-back elemental foundation rhythm bass and space. But it also nods to the roots of sound system culture Ska Dub Ragga the Jamaican influence that shaped the scene.
It’s about connection vibe inclusion. You don’t need to know the BPM or the subgenre to feel it. It’s in your bones.
What sets this track apart from your past work?
There’s more clarity in the message.
I’ve always had a conscious vibe making tracks, sampling Malcolm X, Bobby Seale etc weaving deeper themes into the music but now I’m being more direct. These soundwaves stir something emotional. They travel invisibly through the air yet connect directly with us. They trigger memory spark emotion move the body or open the mind to reflection. Music and dance are universal languages and there’s a mystical quality to how they touch us. I feel blessed that my heart and emotion come through the music and can resonate with others. It’s a wonder something beyond explanation.
What does unity mean to you in 2025?
In a time where so many forces are trying to divide us unity feels more important than ever. But the thing is when you strip away all the imposed identities where you’re from your religion your class you find that people do get on on a human level.
Unity to me means remembering that we’re human beings first. It’s about bridging those false divides and coming back to what we share.
Vinyl digital or both?
Both.
Digital gets the reach but vinyl holds the ritual. I’ll be cutting some exclusive dubplate vinyl stuff no one else has. There’s a certain energy to dropping a record to feeling the weight of it hearing the crackle. It’s a whole other layer of connection.
What’s next after Mind in the Mind Body and Soul trilogy?
Next up is the Body EP and like Mind it’s got a story and a narrative running through it. This one’s rooted in rhythm and instinct, heavier drums wood textures tribal percussion something more physical and grounded.
Once all three parts are out Mind Body Soul and the remixes land the full picture will come into focus. This is more than a collection of tracks. It’s a journey I want people to travel with me. I’m aiming to make an album that resonates long-term timeless music that stays with you.
About Markee Ledge:
Drum and Bass Pioneer Markee Ledge, a true pioneer in the Bristol drum and bass scene, has made a significant contribution to the city’s musical landscape. With his visionary approach, he founded the legendary club night “Ruffneck Ting,” which became a cornerstone of the local drum and bass community, showcasing cutting-edge talent and pushing the boundaries of the genre. Not stopping there, Markee Ledge also established the Breakbeat Culture label, nurturing and promoting emerging artists and pushing the sound forward, including DJ Fresh and D*Minds early releases. Teaming up with the mighty Decoder, their ‘Decoder and Substance’ releases graced many of the scene’s top labels. Additionally, as the core writer and producer of the internationally acclaimed live act Kosheen, he further cemented his influence in the industry.
Now, Markee Ledge continues to innovate and inspire with his new album “Laws of Emotion”. This album showcases his unique songwriting and production skills, further demonstrating his dedication to quality music and his unwavering passion for the craft. Markee Ledge’s innovative spirit and commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark on the drum and bass scene, shaping its vibrant culture and inspiring countless artists and music enthusiasts.
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