HUGH HARDIE

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Cambridge-raised producer Hugh Hardie first rose to prominence in 2015 after signing to Hospital Records. Early releases such as Tearing Me Apart and Wide Eyes quickly established his reputation, paving the way for his debut album Colourspace. His sophomore LP Shadows & Silhouettes refined his signature blend of soulful songwriting, meticulous production and dancefloor sensibility, while a run of acclaimed EPs, including Dream In Green, Learning To Fly and 7 Tunes in 7 Days, showcased an artist unafraid to explore new sonic territory.

Released in 2023, Hugh's third studio album Juicebox marked another significant step forward, balancing intimate, vocal-led songwriting with club-focused rollers and further cementing his reputation as one of drum & bass's most accomplished producers. Since then, releases including the Darkstar EP (2024) and his most recent Hugh Hardie & Friends project have continued to expand his sound through collaborations with an ever-growing roster of vocalists and producers, while retaining the emotional depth and musical sophistication that have become hallmarks of his work.

Away from the studio, Hugh has toured extensively across Europe and North America, earning a reputation for DJ sets that move effortlessly between soulful grooves, rolling energy and underground grit. Constantly evolving without chasing trends, Hugh Hardie remains one of the genre's most respected and consistently forward-thinking artists.

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