Kumo 99

The unique sound of duo Kumo 99 is a fusion of electronic dance music infused with an unmistakable punk mentality. The fusion of jungle and drum 'n' bass, combined with a high moshpit content, results in something that is both raw and explosive – a tight interplay between energetic breakbeats and pumping hardcore beats. Vocalist Ami Komai usually plays it cool; her sultry, panther-like voice perfectly suits the pounding basslines and restless beat changes that drive this project forward like an irregular heartbeat. But she also shows that she is not averse to pure, unadulterated aggression; these are the moments where the tension built up in their tracks comes to an explosive release.

With Ami Komai's background in LA hardcore bands and Nate Donmoyer's impressive resume (previously signed to Ninja Tune as Shuttle and producer/writer for the likes of Gesaffelstein, The Weeknd and Pharrell), they've merged their influences into three albums. With Komai singing in Japanese over hardcore rave beats, it's hard not to get swept up in Kumo 99's enthusiastic energy.