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Zeds Dead is a Canadian electronic music duo from Toronto consisting of Dylan Mamid, also known as DC, and Zachary Rapp-Rovan, also known as Hooks. The duo rose to prominence releasing original music and remixes from 2009 to 2010 before becoming a staple on the international touring circuit thereafter. They explore a diverse variety of genres that combine aspects of dubstep, UK garage, house, electro house, hip-hop, glitch, drum and bass, and more.

INZO, real name Mike Inzano, is a Chicago based electronic music producer and DJ. In July of 2018, INZO released the masterpiece, “Overthinker.” A year and a half later, the song has racked up over 7.5 million plays on Spotify and it grew rapidly every day. INZO began learning piano at four years old, quickly becoming a musical prodigy. He is known for his light and euphoric melodies, as well as his sophisticated percussion. Beginning to produce electronic music in 2016/17, INZO has swiftly risen to fame, particularly with the help of his breakout single “Overthinker”. He’s gone on to provide direct support for LSDream on his "Peace, Luv, and Wubz" tour and also has performed alongside the likes of Liquid Stranger, CloZee and tons of other industry heavyweights.

Ramesh Sippy is an Indian film director, actor and producer in Hindi cinema. He is particularly known for being the director of Sholay (1975), often regarded as one of the most influential films ever made in India. The Government of India honoured him with Padma Shri in 2013. In 2017, he founded the Ramesh Sippy Academy of Cinema & Entertainment in Mumbai.

Jkyl & HYDE, real name Luke Enderle, is a dubstep/riddim/bass music producer from LA, US. The project started out in 2018/2019 as a duo with Duke Specht, but in 2022 the duo split for unknown reasons. The act has put out music on some of bass music’s heaviest labels including Disciple, Never Say Die, Subsidia, DPMO UK and Bassrush.

Producer-DJ Steller has rapidly emerged as one of bass music’s most compelling new voices, known for her eclectic sound, introspective storytelling, and uplifting spirit. After studying audio engineering and music in college, she honed her craft and decided to pursue electronic music full-time. Her unique blend of wonky bass, soulful grooves, and psychedelic textures has earned support from Zingara, LSDREAM, and Mersiv, alongside releases with Morflo, Cyclops Recordings, and Bassrush. In 2025, Steller leveled up with a breakout year defined by her ‘Here & Now’ EP, a Dubstep Don cover feature, a 20+ date headline tour, and festival appearances at EDC Las Vegas, Forbidden Kingdom, and Beyond Wonderland. She also collaborated with Zingara on the acclaimed ‘Is This Real?’ EP and officially partnered with To Write Love On Her Arms on a mental health initiative that resonated deeply with fans. Closing the year as support for LSDREAM on New Year’s Eve, Steller now turns the page to 2026 with ‘Shifting The Lens,’ a new headline tour, major festival appearances at Electric Forest, Okeechobee, and ILLfest, along with an upcoming performance at Red Rocks. With more releases and collaborations on the horizon, Steller enters 2026 with undeniable momentum as one of the most inspired and inspiring rising artists in the scene.

Coming up in the dubstep game is significantly more difficult nowadays. Just ask Samy Beyou. Exposure for new talent isn’t nearly at the level that it used to be and in order to even squeeze into the outer edge of the genre’s spotlight, it requires an immense amount of effort. Luckily for Samplifre, it seems like an awful lot has been falling his way as of late. From big name artists rinsing out his originals, to collaborating with some of the most nefarious individuals that bass music has to offer, this budding beat-maker appears poised to make his presence felt worldwide. Armed with a distinct sound and a detectable thirst for carving up unsuspecting sets of speakers, the sky is far from the limit for this rapidly ascending musician, it’s merely the next stop on the elevator. Taking some time off from his master plan to conquer the dubstep universe, Samplifire recently sat down with us and dished out all the juicy details you’re dying to know.

Lazuli is a progressive rock/avantgarde rock band formed in France in 1998. In 1999 they released their self-titled first album Lazuli, which had a limited audience. Their second album, Amnésie, in 2004, was released after Lazuli signed with the Night & Day distribution group. On July 2 and 3, 2005, Lazuli attended the Montreux Jazz Festival and received an award for "Under the Sky." The band has played two times on the Baja Prog Mexicali Festival which has improved their popularity. In 2007 the band released their third recording: En Avant Doute.... The album was distributed via Musea Records and contained a bonus DVD with a live registration of a concert the band did in Nimes some years earlier. In June of 2009 Lazuli released their fourth album, titled Réponse incongrue à l'inéluctable. In November 2009 the band announced that due to differences Sylvain Bayol (chapman stick, warr guitar), Frederic Juan (marimba, percussion) and Yohan Simeon (percussion) have left the band in order to form a new project. Dominique Leonetti (vocals, guitar), Claude Leonetti (Léode) and Gederic Byar (guitar) will continue as Lazuli with new band-members. Already in December of the same year Lazuli attracted two new musicians: Romain Thorel (keyboards and french horn) and Vincent Barnavol (drums and percussions). They started rehearsing and in May 2010 the new Lazuli performed live for the first time. Band members * Dominique Leonetti (vocals, guitar) * Claude Leonetti (Léode) [Instrument he developed after injuring his hand in an accident] * Gédéric Byar (guitar) * Romain Thorel (keyboards, french horn) * Vincent Barnavol (drums and percussion) Former members * Sylvain Bayol (chapman stick, warr guitar) * Fred Juan (marimba, percussion) * Yohan Simeon (percussion) The band has released eleven albums: * Lazuli (1999) * Amnésie (2004) * En Avant Doute... (2007) * Réponse incongrue à l'inéluctable (2009) * 4603 Battements (2011) * Tant que l'herbe est grasse (2014) * Nos âmes saoules/album] (2016) * Saison 8 (2018) * Le Fantastique Envol de Dieter Böhm (2020) * Dénudé (2011) * 11 (2024)

1) JAYWALK （J-WALK、ジェイ・ウォーク）,are a Japanese rock band who released their first commercial album in 1981 is one of Japan's best rock groups. This year they have been together for 27 years and have released 42 albums (including compilations and best of albums). 2) Polish melodic hard-rockers Jaywalk consisting of Lukasz “Luke” Krol (lead vocals), Marcin “Red” Redkiewicz (guitar), Piotr ”Peary” Gargala (bass) and Tomasz “Tommy” Gargala (drums). Released their debut full-length album Walk It Hard! on June 20, 2025.