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LTJ Bukem

LTJ Bukem, born Danny Williamson on September 20, 1967, in London, England, is a pioneering figure in the breakbeat hardcore and drum and bass genres known for his distinctive, atmospheric approach to the latter's sound. Bukem began in the club scene as a jazz-funk DJ in the late 1980s before immersing himself in the burgeoning rave scene. His musical path has been marked by a unique fusion of breakbeats with a jazz and ambient-influenced sound, which later became known as the "intelligent" drum and bass sub-genre. He propelled to international fame in the early '90s with his iconic track "Music," and went on to set up his record label Good Looking Records, which became a beacon for many artists within the atmospheric drum and bass scene.

LTJ Bukem is celebrated not only for his production work but also for his skills as a DJ. His influential releases such as "Atlantis" and the "Logical Progression" series set new standards in the drum and bass world, thanks to their lush soundscapes and intricate drum patterns. The sophistication of his work continued through albums like "Journey Inwards" (2000), which is a landmark double album that showcased the breadth of Bukem’s musical influences including jazz, breakbeats, and ambient music. In recent years, he has remained active on the international DJ circuit, while also revisiting his prolific back catalog with releases like "Producer 01" and "Producer 05," compilations that curate some of his seminal work, and engaging in remix projects such as "Homecoming (LTJ Bukem Remix)" and the celebrated rework of his classic, "Atlantis (Marky & S.P.Y. Rework)". His continued influence and legacy can be traced through the evolution of drum and bass as he remains a respected figure for both long-standing fans and new generations of electronic music enthusiasts.

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