14 of the most influential drum 'n' bass labels of the last decade
A perfect starting point for the best of the best in drum ‘n’ bass
Critical Music
Hitting its 15th birthday this year, Critical may well be at the peak of its powers. Led by Kasra, the label's a hotbed of worldwide talent, being a home for the likes of Enei and Ivy Lab. Mutant, tech-leaning cuts dominate its back catalogue, but you'll definitely find some smooth vibes knocking about, too, Ivy Lab's 'Twenty Questions' being one of them. It launched its Binary series in 2014 as a platform for new artists to showcase what they're about, so there's plenty more to look forward to.