Skream & Benga, Andy C, DJ Fresh and more announced for SW4

More acts have been added to the line-up for Sunday at South West Four, joining the already announced Sunday headliner Skrillex.

Jayne Robinson

Date published: 5th Mar 2012

Hosted by bass heavyweights UKF Bass Culture, Sunday's main stage action at SW4 is set to send shockwaves reverberating throughout South London.

Last week it was revealed that triple Grammy Award winner Skrillex would be closing the main stage, and today SW have revealed a delectable array of some of the world's finest bass acts set to join the Sunday headliner.

Without further ado, the full list of new Sunday additions is:

Skream and Benga, Andy C: Alive, DJ Fresh, Flux Pavillion, Borgore, Friction, Doctor P, DJ Clipz and Dillon Francis.

First up are the pioneering duo Skream & Benga; synonymous with quality bass music. From the initial embers of dubstep, Skream & Benga have ignited its progression into a now critically acclaimed genre. Hence a ground breaking BBC Radio 1 slot, as well as crafting self-titled events that regularly grace the likes of FABRICLIVE and The Warehouse Project.  Along with regular front man and vocal “go-to” Youngman, this is right up there with SW4’s main attractions.

Ram Records boss Andy C is more than just a DJ, but an instrumental figurehead in the drum & bass movement. Having transfixed mass crowds at the grandiose settings of O₂ Academy Brixton and Warehouse Project, Andy brings his audio visual arc outdoors - for what’s set to be one almighty rave.

DJ Fresh is a stalwart of the British scene. Having reached #1 in the UK singles chart with ‘Louder’ in 2011 as well as launch his massive live act, this summer sees Fresh go back to his roots at SW4 with two turntables and a mixer.
Nominated alongside the likes of Skrillex in the BBC Sound of 2012 poll, Flux Pavilion also joins the action. Best known for his track ‘Bass Cannon’ which made the Radio 1 AList last year and for running Circus Records alongside Doctor P, Flux’s debut at South West Four is long overdue.

Borgore also features, and is currently taking the world by storm having fronted mammoth sold out US and Australian tours. Working with M.I.A, Bring Me The Horizon, Diplo and Jazzstepp, Borgore’s own imprint ‘Buygore’ underpins his individual take on dubstep. An incisive sound that made his UKF Bass Culture performance at Brixton Academy truly innovative. We’ll be hotly anticipating some trademark Israeli-step from Borgore, bringing his immersive take on all things dub.

Friction AKA ‘The Shogun Warrior’ has been smashing dancehalls worldwide over the last decade. His label Shogun Audio has released highly acclaimed EP’s, LP’s, and Singles from all drum & bass’ heavyweights producers. However other than his impeccable A&R skills, it’s ultimately his lightning quick three deck wizardry that gives Friction the edge. Expect a frenetic fusion of hard, jump up and soulful D&B.

Doctor P is one of the brains behind the infamous Circus Records. Having launched the imprint in 2008 Circus quickly forged a highly distinctive sound of dubstep that quickly captured a global fan base. Responsible for releasing great party sounding tracks like ‘Sweet Shop’ and ‘Superbad’, SW4 are more than pleased to invite him and his partner in crime Flux Pavilion to the Common and get the crowd skanking!

In 2009 DJ Clipz was reincarnated as Redlight and has since helped create a new genre which today receives support from all over the globe. Bassline and party vibes have corrupted sound systems worldwide, thanks to Redlight and his extensive list of collaborations with the likes of Toddla T, Jenna G and Ms.Dynamite.

Finally new kid on the block Dillon Francis, having risen rapidly to receive industry acclaim following his move from LA to Europe. He first appeared on the radar after playing an exclusive Moombahton set at the Boiler Room, receiving the attention of Red Bull Music Academy. Recently he has been touring North America with Nero, plus delving in to other influences like dubstep. An eclectic showcase like no other.

Tickets for Sunday at South West Four go on sale on Wednesday 7th March at 9am.

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