John Rolodex

John Rolodex is a pioneering drum and bass producer and DJ from Edmonton, Canada, widely regarded as one of the seminal figures in North American drum and bass. Launching his career in the early 2000s, he gained early recognition through releases on influential labels like Dread Recordings and Metalheadz, with support from legends such as Goldie, Dillinja, and Pendulum. His music, often characterized by raw breakbeat energy and complex rhythms, caught the attention of the late John Peel, who frequently featured his tracks on BBC Radio 1. After founding his own label, Machinist Music, in 2010 alongside fellow drum and bass enthusiasts, John Rolodex has continued to release innovative music, including recent works like the "Teenage Ravers EP" and "Lineage (Sampler)" while maintaining a strong connection to the roots of jungle and drum and bass culture.

His career highlights include touring extensively across Europe and North America, playing to large audiences, and collaborating with standout vocalists like Khadija on releases such as "The Rainmaker EP" on Metalheadz. John Rolodex is known for his deep commitment to the genre and has been recognized for blending classic jungle influences with modern drum and bass sounds, making him a respected and enduring figure in the scene. His return to Metalheadz after a long hiatus underscores his lasting relevance and ongoing creative evolution.

Genres

Drum And Bass

Electronic

Experimental

Ambient

House

Techno

Dubstep

Bass Music

Breakbeat

Jungle

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Latest Release

Teenage Ravers EP

John Rolodex

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released October 3, 2025