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Killjoy

Slimzos Recordings. • Sector7. • 1985 Music. • TIme is Now/Shall Not Fade.

London / Naarm

Bass
Garage, Grime & Breaks

From the foundations of Tumble Audio, Killjoy has risen as a true torchbearer of UK underground culture. His reputation comes from explosive sets across Europe, iconic appearances at Fabric in London, and a deep commitment to the dubplate tradition, with unreleased material forming the backbone of his performances. Every set feels raw, unpredictable, and unique to the dancefloor. His productions are rooted in sound system heritage, combining the grit of bassline and speed garage with the percussive drive of UK funky. This blend channels the spirit of pirate radio and warehouse raves while pushing forward with a modern edge. It has earned him support from pioneers including Slimzee, Skream, Scratcha DVA, Caspa, Zomby, and Interplanetary Criminal. His tracks are built for impact, resonating through speakers with the weight of bass culture. Collaboration highlights Killjoy’s versatility. His work with D Double E on the UK Funky and Grime anthem Like This remains a scene classic, while projects with Jammz, Slick Don, Killa P, Shantie, Magugu, Champion, Hannah Wants and Lorenzo show his ability to move across styles without losing his trademark identity. Each track feels like a dubplate cut made for the heads, stamped with Killjoy’s unmistakable sound. On stage, Killjoy embodies the selector’s ethos. His sets are fast‑paced and dub‑heavy, running between 130 and 160 bpm, built on exclusives and bass pressure, mixed with precision to keep the energy relentless.

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