Mortlock and Universal Project’s ‘Broken Silence’ album remains a beloved LP for many to this day. Previously unavailable in a digital format, Dispatch Recordings is thrilled to introduce a fresh take on this all-time classic Drum & Bass album, now featuring exclusive bonus material. Each track benefits from the sleek, updated 2024 mastering by Haden at Height Mastering, delivering a pristine listening experience.
Back in the early 2000s, Mortlock, a member of Vicious Circle, slipped one of their first demos under the door of Universal Project’s flat. Unexpectedly, this led to their first release on Renegade Hardware—remixing Universal Project’s track ‘Jackhammer’. This connection sparked a creative bond, with Mortlock eventually moving in with Universal Project. Together, they crafted the legendary ‘Rollers Convention’, which would form the first track on the album. Drawing inspiration from the diverse styles that influenced them during those formative years, the album showcases a range of sounds, from soaring melodies to tearout filth, while maintaining the core of their signature rolling vibes.
A masterclass in rollers in the truest sense, this album stands as a personal favourite of Ant TC1, who curated the release over a two-year period as a fan, first and foremost. It perfectly captures the raw, breakbeat-driven tech-funk and heavy percussive 2-step, distinctive to the Siren Records sound. Now complete with additional tracks and singles from the Siren catalogue, this re-release is a must-have for fans.
Today we premiere ‘Rollers Convention’ which you can check out below. Mortlock & Universal Project’s ‘Broken Silence’ LP dropped on Friday 27th September exclusively on Beatport and streaming sites with the general release coming on 11th October. Make sure you grab a copy of this masterpiece from here!
