Highlighted Product: Duckplates
In the bustling world of bass music, a new label is making waves with its unique approach and diverse roster of talented artists. Duckplates, co-founded by Luke (Duckworthsound) and Mikel (Dread MC), has been turning heads since its launch in 2023.
Based in the UK, with Luke hailing from just outside London and Mikel based in Bristol, Gloucester, the duo began their journey by collaborating on shows and discussing their shared love for all things bass and dance music. With a shared ethos of breaking down boundaries and bringing non-stop energy and good vibes, Duckplates was born.
The label launched with a collection of diverse-sounding tunes, reflecting the duo's eclectic taste and their commitment to championing a wide range of artists. This inclusive ethos is evident in their approach to discovering new talent, with the label finding new artists through its Discord community and personal connections made at shows.
Duckplates boasts a roster of 12 artists, including 1997, Ghostfxce, Six28, Neumonic, AYCH, SH?M, Valdeez, Coben, Spence, and Chuck Shadow. The label doesn't have a specific sound, but their music consistently has a high-energy bass vibe that resonates with listeners.
In 2023, the team at Cygnus joined the Duckplates journey, helping to develop the label's vision. This year, Duckplates is planning a Duckplates showcase night in LA on Feb 28th, featuring Neumonic and Chuck Shadow. The label is also planning its first original releases with other artists in 2025.
In addition to these plans, Duckplates is looking to expand its team and organize showcase sets and label nights across the UK and potentially around the world. To support emerging artists further, Duckplates will be launching Duckplates free, a platform for supporting artists' bootlegs and flips as a free download for streaming on Soundcloud or YouTube.
Duckplates doesn't currently accept submissions via email or direct messages, but uses a monthly demo drop community call on Discord. For updates on the label, keep an eye on their social media platforms or visit their website. With their unique approach, diverse roster, and exciting plans, Duckplates is a label worth watching in the bass music scene.
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