DISCOVERED – DRUM & BASS

Fast, Fearless, and Evolving: AudioWave’s Guide to Drum & Bass in 2025

Drum & Bass (DNB) remains one of the most innovative, high-energy genres in electronic music. Defined by rapid-fire breakbeats, heavy basslines, intricate sound design and unstoppable momentum, DNB has travelled from pirate radio roots to global festival dominance.

In 2025, the genre is more diverse than ever.Producers are blending jungle nostalgia with modern production precision, pushing emotional liquid rollers, dark neurofunk, rave-flavoured jump up, and melodic vocal anthems. It’s a genre powered by evolution — always moving forward while honouring its underground foundations.

AudioWave’s Discovered – Drum & Bass playlist celebrates the artists shaping this constantly shifting landscape. Below, we spotlight 10 of the most influential Drum & Bass artists right now, capturing the energy and innovation defining the scene in 2025.

TOP 10 DRUM & BASS ARTISTS RIGHT NOW

1. Chase & Status

Still leading the charge after two decades.Chase & Status continue to shape mainstream and underground DNB with unmatched versatility — from jungle revivals to heavyweight festival anthems.

2. Hedex

A superstar of the new generation.Hedex’s explosive jump-up style, viral presence, and unstoppable touring schedule have made him one of the biggest DNB names in the world right now.

3. K Motionz

A powerhouse of emotional yet club-ready DNB, K Motionz bridges nostalgia and modern energy perfectly. His productions dominate charts, playlists, and festival stages.

4. Goddard.

A master of liquid and uplifting vocal DNB.Goddard.’s warm, melodic sound has captured global attention and continues to push the softer, more emotional side of the genre.

5. Bou

Bou’s raw basslines, infectious hooks, and ability to move between underground and mainstream spaces have made him a central figure in the modern DNB movement.

6. Sub Focus

A legend whose melodic, cinematic approach remains unmatched.Sub Focus continues to evolve his signature sound, delivering both timeless classics and cutting-edge anthems.

7. A.M.C

One of the finest technical DJs in the world — across any genre.A.M.C’s precision, speed, and energy keep him at the top of the DNB performance game, backed by consistently strong productions.

8. Kanine

A major force in the jump-up and festival DNB scene.Kanine’s high-impact drops and detailed sound design keep him among the most in-demand producers of 2025.

9. Hybrid Minds

Champions of atmospheric, emotional liquid DNB.Hybrid Minds create immersive worlds with lush vocals, deep pads, and powerful live shows that define the genre's soulful side.

10. Wilkinson

A global hit-maker whose blend of vocal-driven DNB and dancefloor energy continues to resonate worldwide. Wilkinson remains one of the most consistent and influential names in the genre.

Why Drum & Bass Matters to AudioWave

Drum & Bass is the lifeblood of UK rave culture — fast, emotional, technical, unpredictable, and deeply connected to community.

Through Discovered – Drum & Bass, AudioWave honours the pioneers, the innovators, and the new-wave producers who keep the genre standing tall.

DNB is more than music — it’s movement, identity, and raw energy.