Hoax

Hoax, a name increasingly echoed in the underground scenes of Brighton, embodies the pulse of modern Drum & Bass. Rising from relative obscurity, he emerged as a fresh beacon in the new school jump-up and rollers landscape. The 2022 release of his track “Sekkle” seems to have opened the floodgates, gathering support from luminaries like Hedex, Sub Focus, and Hazard, a trifecta that validates his raw potential—though one could argue that such endorsements often come as a double-edged sword in the music industry.

His music is marked by gritty basslines that can make even the sturdiest feet tap in rhythm, complemented by frenetic percussive arrangements that beg for the festival atmosphere. With tracks such as “The System” and “Back In The Mud,” he’s carving out a niche that hints at a future where he could claim his space among the genre’s giants—a prospect that likely leaves him feeling both exhilarated and daunted.

Often in the spotlight during major events like Boomtown and Printworks London, Hoax’s journey reflects a mix of hard work and serendipity, as is common in this unpredictable career path. He is managed by Red Light Management, a relationship that probably provides both opportunity and pressure—balancing creativity with the demands of audience expectation.

It’s telling that amidst the highs, Hoax remains grounded, likely mindful of the cheese toastie he probably grabbed before a late-night set. As he navigates his way through the electrifying world of Drum & Bass, one wonders whether he can sustain this momentum or if, like many, he will find himself at the mercy of industry whims and the fickle tides of music trends.