After taking 2025 off, SD Union Daydream is officially back. And if you’re part of the San Diego drum and bass scene, you already know this one hits different.

On Saturday, April 25, United By Bass brings the city’s premier Drum & Bass day party back to life at the Encore Event Center in San Diego, running 12PM–10PM with a lineup stacked from top to bottom. Tickets are already moving fast, and if past years are any indication, this one will sell out well before the doors open.

From legendary international headliners to the backbone of the Southern California DNB community, SD Union Daydream is more than just another show. It’s a reunion, a celebration, and one of the most important Drum & Bass events in San Diego each year.

Los Angeles-based producer Konkrete launches 2026 for United By Bass Recordings with “Melancholy,” a richly textured Drum & Bass release that leans into emotion, atmosphere, and restraint. As the **16th release on the label—and its first of the new year—**this record sets a deliberate tone for what’s to come: thoughtful, immersive music designed as much for late-night introspection as it is for the sound system.

From its opening moments, “Melancholy” establishes a cinematic sense of space. Airy pads and subtle tonal shifts create an almost weightless atmosphere, drawing the listener in before the track reveals its true backbone. Rather than rushing toward the drop, Konkrete allows tension to build organically, letting each element earn its place in the mix. When the drums finally arrive, they roll with precision—tight, controlled, and deeply hypnotic—anchored by a low end that feels both heavy and emotionally charged.

San Diego’s Drum & Bass scene is turning up the heat this January as Alpha Rhythm prepares to make his San Diego debut at SD Union on Friday, January 23rd. This performance marks a major milestone for a producer and DJ whose lush, melodically rich Drum & Bass blends orchestral depth with dancefloor soul. Read on to discover why fans and newcomers alike are hyped for this show — and which tracks you have to hear before you step into the venue.

Loreen’s “Tattoo” is one of those rare modern pop records that transcends format and genre—a song built on raw emotional gravity as much as melody. Since its release, it’s become a canvas for reinterpretation, but few versions manage to preserve its vulnerability while meaningfully transforming its energy. Enter Horge & Charles Rebellion, who deliver a remix that doesn’t chase novelty or gimmicks, but instead reshapes the track with intention, tension, and deep dancefloor awareness.

From the opening moments, it’s clear this isn’t a rush-to-the-drop rework. The remix breathes. Loreen’s unmistakable vocal is given space to linger, suspended over brooding atmospheres and subtle textural details that slowly pull the listener inward. There’s a cinematic quality to the intro—moody, restrained, and emotionally loaded—setting the stage before the rhythm ever fully arrives. When the drums do hit, they land with purpose: crisp, rolling, and immaculately balanced, driving the track forward without overwhelming its core sentiment.

Burncam is back in 2024 with a fresh hot mix! This mix is all about high energy and starting the year off strong. Featuring names like Alibi, Bensley, Friction, along with some epic FREE tunes by Jane Doe, Submonitor and more! Head to Burncam’s Soundcloud page to find a playlist of FREE DNB DOWNLOADS! Enjoy the heat!

United By Bass welcome you to a slightly unconventional blog post that may or may not make you question my sanity. You see, in a bold (some might say questionable) move, I decided to turn to the wise, all-knowing ChatGPT for some insights into the world of Drum N Bass. Now, I must warn you that relying on a sentient AI language model for expert advice on a genre that’s all about human creativity and soul might sound a tad… let’s say, peculiar. But hey, let’s embrace the chaos and embark on this wild ride together. So, without further ado, fasten your seatbelts, put on your bass face, and let’s dive headfirst into the eccentric mind of ChatGPT’s interpretation of Drum N Bass. Who knows what gems (or gibberish) we might uncover?

Keeping the energy up, Burncam is back again with a fresh episode of the Burnsesh Podcast on the United By Bass Network! Staying true to his fusion of high-energy sounds, and liquid drum and bass, this mix takes you on a dynamic journey and does not disappoint. Featuring tunes from Spot, Current Value, Metrik, Motiv, and more! Enjoy the ride on this month’s Burnsesh Podcast.