Recently, his longstanding partnership with DJ DB has birthed the d'n'b-focused Breakbeat Science imprint and record store in New York's East Village, which is viewed by enthusiasts as the country's best. "He is no doubt leading the forefront of today's drum 'n' bass sound, and he's never a disappointment," raves Fort Lauderdale d'n'b promoter/DJ Sean Weeks, who will spin tracks before Dara's set at Sonar. Perhaps prompted by the grittier nuances of his urban digs, Dara has gravitated toward even darker textures and more abrasive beats on his latest mix, Antidote. His vision of spreading jungle as culture parallels that of his Drums chums, and his simple statement from various interviews has become a mantra, lending both finality and promise: "I love to spin jungle, and I will never quit."
DJ Dara dives into the dark side along with DJs Sean Weeks, Blue, Mr. Mendez, and Danny Bled at 10 p.m. Saturday, March 12, at Sonar, 2006 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Tickets are $12 before midnight, $15 after. Call 954-920-8777.
