Caspa and Rusko reunite for the first time in years
Before 2010, when dubstep was only a faint whisper in cultural consciousness stateside, English progenitors Caspa and Rusko dominated the scene with their signature brand of low-fi, gridiron dubstep. In 2007, the pair established their partnership with their famed FabricLive37 mix. By the time dubstep achieved status in America, the inextricably linked duo have worked on their respective solo projects. Now, after years of separation, the two cockney thugs have reunited.
Rusko returns with ‘Sunshower’ and a new EP
Dubstep pioneer and mo-hawked maniac, Rusko, returns to original production duties with his forthcoming ! EP. The follow-up to his last under-appreciated release, "Sunshower" finds the UK-based talent burying the old Rusko sounds under an avalanche of 8-bit synthwork and future trap trimmings. Donning a modernized, bubble synth makeover his signature dub leanings feel fresh in and otherwise dated genre. "Sunshower" is a familiar yet welcome departure from 2013's Lift Me Up EP on OWSLA and sets the tone for what to expect from the rest of the 5-track release. Always one to keep listeners on their toes, Rusko's production chops haven't faltered for a moment and his latest stylistic experiment is one of his best yet.
Weekend Rewind: Rusko – Hold On (Original Mix)
Four years ago today, Rusko released his career-defining debut album, O.M.G.!, containing such revered hits as "Woo Boost," "Raver's Special," and "Hold On." At the time, Rusko was one of the iconic producers helping shape what eventually became the golden age of dubstep. Of all the tracks on the album, "Hold On" has rightfully obtained the longest legacy.