High-octane drum and bass defined by metallic basslines and surgical breakbeats. Aggressive, dancefloor-ready energy for peak-hour intensity.
Shimon’s sound is the sonic equivalent of a high-speed chase through a futuristic industrial complex. It is characterized by a relentless, driving energy that prioritizes the 'drop' and the physical impact of the bass. Unlike the atmospheric or 'liquid' side of drum and bass, Shimon leans into the grit, using metallic textures and sharp, syncopated percussion that feels engineered for maximum impact on a massive sound system.
What truly sets him apart is his ability to blend the technical precision of techstep with a certain playful, almost 'jump-up' sensibility. His tracks often feature iconic, recognizable bass hooks - like the legendary 'Body Rock' wobble - that bridge the gap between underground credibility and chart-topping accessibility. There is a distinct 'Ram Records' polish to his work: everything is loud, crisp, and meticulously placed to ensure the energy never dips.
For those new to his catalog, starting with his work as part of Ram Trilogy or the massive crossover hit 'Body Rock' provides the perfect entry point. From there, diving into his solo releases on AudioPorn Records reveals a producer who has spent decades refining the art of the dancefloor weapon, moving from the jungle-influenced early 90s into the high-definition power of modern D&B.
Shimon Alcoby, who performs and records music as Shimon, is an English DJ, record producer, and founder of AudioPorn Records. Shimon is also affiliated with the drum and bass record label Ram Records, and has published music through Ram since its inception in 1992. Shimon is one third of Ram Trilogy, a collective which also includes Andy C and Ant Miles. Shimon's solo record production work includes the singles "The Predator", "Hush Hush", and "The Shadow Knows". The single "Body Rock" reached number 28 in the UK Singles Chart and number 1 on the UK Dance Singles on 6 January 2002. In 2006, Shimon was asked by Novation Digital Music Systems to produce sounds for their Xio Synth. Shimon is also a breaks producer with releases on Finger Lickin' Records such as "I Like You", "Around the Edge", and "White Noise". In 2007, Shimon began releasing tracks on his own record label, AudioPorn Records, and was featured as the cover artist in Kmag in December of that year. He was also responsible for the mix CD AudioPorn that was issued with the magazine.
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); compressed loud, sample based, studio polished (production style)
Shares drum and bass, big beat (subgenres); basement show, urban night, festival (atmosphere)
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); absent, processed, spoken word (vocal style)
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); compressed loud, sample based, studio polished (production style)
Shares drum and bass, big beat (subgenres); basement show, urban night, festival (atmosphere)
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); compressed loud, sample based, studio polished (production style)
Shares drum and bass, big beat (subgenres); basement show, urban night, festival (atmosphere)
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); energetic, intense, defiant (moods)
Shares drum and bass (subgenres); basement show, urban night, festival (atmosphere)
Shares drum and bass, big beat (subgenres); absent, processed, spoken word (vocal style)
Shares techstep, metallic, drum and bass, explosive bursts (signature)
Shares techstep, metallic, drum and bass, explosive bursts (signature)
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