Stepping Through Invites: Goldfat

Stepping Through returns to OT collaborating with Goldfat. Goldfat is an independent drum and bass label based in the UK. They focus on soulful and emotive music, which matches perfectly with the sound of Stepping Through. Expect a night with elevating drum and bass with a touch of soul, jungle and deep vibes.

Artists:

IYRE
Originally from Sri Lanka and now based in the UK, IYRE is a drum & bass artist bringing fresh energy to the scene. His sound blends intensity, emotion, and forward-thinking selection. With a growing presence and a distinct perspective, IYRE is one to watch.

Note
In a landscape torn between the Zoomer-led drum and bass revival and the guardians of its underground roots, the enigmatic Manchester-based musician and producer Note has somehow managed to find his own lane. Since his debut in 2021, he has become recognised for an ever-evolving, soulful sound that effortlessly blends avant-garde jazz, hip-hop, and R&B into meticulously crafted drum and bass/jungle compositions.

Leniz
Leniz, (Querijn van Bijsterveldt) born in 2002, is a rising star in the world of Liquid Drum & Bass. He began writing his own compositions at just 12 years old, laying the foundation for what would become a promising career in the electronic music scene, which truly kicked off when he adopted the stage name Leniz at the age of 15 in 2017. As a producer, Leniz is genuinely soul-driven, with every track he creates coming straight from his heart. This
dedication to authenticity, combined with his commitment to following his unique path, gives Leniz his distinctive sound and vibe. His sound is best described as melancholic and soundscape-driven, with a touch of old-school rawness. He draws inspiration from deep dives into the back catalogues of diverse genres such as drum & bass, house, techno, future jazz, and more.

Mr Porter
Mr Porter aka Goldenchild MC has been immersed in the scene since the 90’s. He spent much of the early 2000s mcing for various promoters, with residencies at Technicality, Traffic and Black Sheep Bar to name a few and has collaborated with loads of artists across the spectrum of electronic music under various monikers.
Mr Porter runs Goldfat Music alongside Mitekiss where the pair manage the project with the DIY, collaborative ethos of punk and hip-hop. He also runs a monthly, free event Jungle in the Cronx where he regularly DJs and hosts.

Auris
Amsterdam-based Auris has been around in the drum and bass scene. His deep love for soulful and jazzy drum and bass can be found throughout his sets and productions, landing him releases on labels such as Galacy, Goldfat, Vandal Ltd, Differential and more.
Fully focusing his efforts on drum and bass. He’s developed a unique flavour, taking inspiration from artists like FD, Villem and Paul SG. Having found his style, Auris is continuously improving his craft. He isn’t just limiting himself to jazzy music either, with gnarly rollers and heavy basslines found right in the midst of everything.
Due to his distinctive sound and vast experience playing out, Auris’ DJ-sets are a true experience. Just like his original music, his DJ-sets are filled with variation, class and intrigue, never boring the listener and always delivering the perfect blend.

Kublai
Born and raised in Manchester, Kublai started his musical journey over ten years ago. Inspired by the rich underground scene ever present in his
home town, Kublai fell deep into the rabbit hole of electronically driven beats. After years spent honing his craft, he caught the attention of some of the most well respected musicians in the business, going on to release on established labels such CIA, Sofa Sound Bristol and The North Quarter. Mixing an eclectic taste covering various styles, Kublai keeps things fresh while maintaining his own take on underground Drum & Bass.

Line-up: Auris, Note