2. a genre that is characterized by fast breakbeats (typically between 160–180 bpm), with heavy bass and sub-bass lines.

3. a sub-genre of Drum and Bass where it uses similar bass lines and bar layouts compared to other styles, it contains fewer bar-oriented samples and more instrumental layers (both synthesized and natural), harmonies, and ambience.

4. One of the most recognized producers from this sub-genre hales from Cardith, Wales (United Kingdom.) “High Contrast seemingly overnight became one of the most discussed drum'n'bass producers in years. Not since the late '90s, when Goldie and Roni Size were recording full-length albums rather than strictly tracks, had there been so much hype thrown upon a drum'n'bass producer's shoulders.” – artistdirect.com

5. Studied film in Newport. First fell in love with Drum & Bass after hearing J Majik’s “Arabian Knight” He was 17 when his love for music making surpassed his interest in film

6. Mastered the mixer, turntables, and the art of Djing Mastered the music production software Cubase Landed a residency at “Silent Running” Worked at music record shop Catapult

9. Recorded his first debut album at the age of 22 Singles: Return of Forever Make It Tonight

10. DJed in almost every outer national territory from Korea to Canada. Remixed various artists such as: Adam F The Streets Dkay

11. Released in 2004 Voted top 3 jungle albums of the last 10 years Singles: Twilight’s Last Gleaming Racing Green Angles & Fly

12. Started one year after the release of High Society First Release under his own label: Days Go By

13. Released Oct 1, 2007 Featured guest vocals from: Ian Shaw Diane Charlemagne Linda-Gale Lewis Winner of Essential Mix of the year

14. Eric Prydz – Pjanoo Adele – Hometown Glory Utah Saints – Something Good

17. Return of Forever: 0:00 Intro – siren synth enters in Major mode. 0:45 Full strength of drums come in. 1:52 Breakdown 4:08 Contrast in synths 4:30 Breakbeat pattern is halted only to pick up again 5:10 Breakdown 5:58 Coda final drop of drum roll pattern Click on Icon to play song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoSscshAG-4

18. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang: 0:00 Intro – Roaring guitar riff played over spoken sample 0:51 Verse 1 drum beat builds up into drop 1:12 Chorus – melody is carried away by vocals 1:58 Background strings are brought in 3:06 Beat is dropped out to bring in vocal 3:27 Hip-hop beat enters again 3:46 The vocal is chopped up and repeatedly played 4:21 Coda turntable scratch is heard and beat drops out Click on icon to play song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkENy3t_fgQ

20. http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/music/sites/high- contrast/pages/biography.shtml http://hospitalrecords.com/artists/highcontrast/ http://www.highlycontrasting.com/ http://www.artistdirect.com/artist/bio/high-contrast/1695181