UK drum and bass stalwarts Phibes land on Bassrush Records with their electrifying new single, “Better Than You Thought.” Renowned for their boundary-pushing sound and dynamic energy, the duo delivers a high-octane dancefloor banger primed to set dancefloors ablaze worldwide.
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“Better Than You Thought” is a masterclass in Phibes’ production. Its rumbling basslines and razor-sharp synth stabs collide with moody padlines, creating a raw yet polished sonic landscape. The standout vocal hook, twisting through octaves, adds a hypnotic layer, threading effortlessly through the track’s pounding rhythm and sporadic brap cues. With its kinetic, tightly controlled energy, the single solidifies Phibes as genre innovators with this unique dancefloor-hybrid record.
Touching on the hype built around their massively anticipated ID, Phibes shares: “Tested on dancefloors and stages across all four continents over the past year, this long-awaited release from Phibes is nothing short of iconic. Fine-tuned and perfected over the course of more than 100 live shows, it’s a high-energy masterpiece that’s guaranteed to ignite dancefloors, embodying the unmistakable Phibes sound.”
For years, Phibes have been a cornerstone of the drum and bass scene, captivating audiences with their magnetic live sets at major festivals like Glastonbury and Boomtown. Their global reach extends through tours across Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, paired with an impressive catalog of chart-topping hits on Beatport’s ‘Drum & Bass’ chart. Their acclaimed full-length albums, ‘Change of Late’ and ‘Unite,’ further showcase Phibes’ versatility, weaving high-energy anthems with intricate, story-driven soundscapes.
Industry support has been equally robust, with praise from outlets such as Beatportal, Love That Bass, and Jungle Drum & Bass UK. This latest release on Bassrush Records marks a significant milestone, reinforcing their reputation as forward-thinking artists deeply rooted in the genre’s traditions.
As their Bassrush Records debut, “Better Than You Thought” channels the duo’s renowned energy and precision into a fresh, dancefloor-hybrid anthem. This release not only highlights their signature sound but also marks an exciting step in their journey within the global drum and bass community.
Phibes’ new single “Better Than You Thought” is available on all platforms via Bassrush Records.
More About Phibes
Drum & Bass/Electronic duo Phibes have solidified themselves firmly into the rave scene since their inception by fusing all types of Bass music together to create their sound. They first amassed a following on Soundcloud which is now 80k strong through constant self releases and numerous Hype Edit #1s . The pair have since levelled up in the past 12 months to become one of the top selling Drum & Bass artists on Beatport and claimed the second ever Drum and Bass all genres number one with “Home Grown” in August 2020. After the major success of Home Grown they set out to prove they weren’t a one hit wonder and in October 2020 took the Beatport #1 spot again with Born on Road EP release “Third Dimension” with all 4 tracks sitting in the DnB charts top 10 at the same time . They took it a third time in February 2021 with their official remix of Toots & The Maytals “54 46” on the Jungle Cakes & Trojan Records series. Phibes reach their zenith however when performing live, having stepped onto their first Festival stages in 2017 they are now a mainstay at festivals big and small including Glastonbury, Boomtown & many others, thereafter they moved internationally with their sound & started performing across the globe hitting out full tours in New Zealand, Australia & Canada. The duo are not afraid to whip the crowd into a madness and insist they design all their songs to be experienced in the dance.
More About Bassrush Records
Built around the legacy it has created since its earliest days in the underground back in 2002, Bassrush has established itself as a pillar within the bass music scene. Over the years, the crew has cultivated a movement that has taken on many forms, from its massive festival stages around the world to their more intimate nights on the dancefloor. In 2016, Bassrush Records materialized as a means to take their barrier-breaking mentality into the label world, pushing boundaries in dubstep, trap, drum & bass, and everything in between. With a catalog that banks on both heavyweights and up-and-coming talent alike, Bassrush Records has put its stamp on artists including Subtronics, ATLiens, Caspa, Borgore, Hekler, AFK, Svdden Death, Spag Heddy, Herobust, The Prototypes, JEANIE, Teddy Killerz, Saka, REAPER, and more.