Digital on Metalheadz, Reggae and the Business of Drum & Bass | Red Bull Music Academy

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Steve Carr began as a reggae selector in Ipswich before emerging as one of the key figures in the drum & bass movement of the late 1990s under the name Digital.

In his session at the 2004 Red Bull Music Academy, Carr guides us through his early years and working with the Timeless and Metalheadz labels.
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He also explains the realities of running your own label and distribution, offering tips for producers looking to get their records signed and calling for individuality above all else.

TOPICS:
01:43 – Reggae beginnings
07:11 – Blue Note
08:41 – Metalheadz
14:59 – Function Records
20:56 – Vinyl distribution
30:04 – Mastering
39:40 – Starting a label

MUSIC:
00:37 – Digital – “Sound Killa” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlwGZ7Qg7g8
12:29 – Digital – “Deadline” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oH2byxPMB28
28:40 – Digital – “Gateman” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mICtyEhTII
37:57 – Digital – “Dig It” (Dubplate)
49:47 – Digital – Unknown

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