Little South is where the artists come to play - created with the goal of supporting and promoting local DJs and Producers in West Cornwall, UK, who specialize in various genres of dance music. The enthusiastic response from the Cornish nightlife community was overwhelming, allowing Little South to become a crucial platform for local artists seeking exposure at events. As time went on, our reach expanded beyond Cornwall and encompassed artists and events from across the entire South West of England, UK. One of our defining features has been the opportunity to showcase DJ mixes through our podcast series. Since our establishment, we have actively published podcast mixes from some of the most talented DJs in the South West. These mixes serve as a testament to the exceptional skills and creativity of our region's DJs, providing a platform for them to showcase their talent to a wider audience.

At Little South, we have a strong commitment to nurturing nightlife and live music events. A crucial aspect of our work is event promotion, which we prioritize and strive to excel at. Our dedicated team actively seeks out localized, independent music events to showcase and promote. Additionally, we proudly provide a platform for major events happening throughout the South West region, including specialist music festivals and large capacity live music events. By actively supporting and promoting these events, we aim to contribute to a thriving music scene and ensure that both local artists and established acts receive the recognition they deserve.

The Little South pages serve as a platform for emerging musical talent in the South West of England. Our goal is to encourage, foster relationships, and provide opportunities for new artists to showcase their sounds and events. We support DJs, Producers, and Vocalists of all genres within the electronic music landscape. If you are interested in being featured on our pages, we warmly welcome your expressions of interest.

New Documentary Film 'Drum & Bass: The Movement'

News & Features

New documentary featuring Andy C, Grooverider and Goldie among others is out now.

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"With five years in production, Drum & Bass: The Movement is no quick-release film, rather it is feature-length film exploring the free-ranging bass genre."

Drum&BassArena have been major players in the UK DnB scene since 1996 when it was cemented itself as a hub for all things DnB. Starting out as a breakbeat website it has reached out into a brand taking in all forms of bass music with the release of compilations, tours and merchandise. There is no doubting the rich history and love for the genre and an obvious progression for Drum&BassArena to make a huge documentary. Drum & Bass: The Movement was released on May 25th 2020.

With five years in production, Drum & Bass: The Movement is no quick-release film, rather it is feature-length film exploring the free-ranging bass genre. Expect 80 minutes telling the story from the roots of jungle to the current scene.

Artists such as Andy C, Kasra, Goldie, London Elektricity and more tell their experiences, the history of drum and bass, the move into mainstream dance music and what the future of the genre may hold.

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Editorial Team • 26 May 2020

Raye To Headline Boardmasters 2025

by Editorial Team • 4 July 2025

Boardmasters, the Cornwall Surf and Music Festival is set to return to Watergate Bay in Newquay, featuring an impressive lineup that includes Raye, Myles Smith, The Prodigy, Central Cee, Wet Leg, and more.

Remembering When The Basement Jaxx House Album Topped UK Pop

by Editorial Team • 30 June 2025

Released on June 25, 2001, Basement Jaxx's 'Rooty' showcases the versatile nature of house music through a dynamic blend of various musical styles supported by strong pop hooks and meticulous production. This second album solidified Basement Jaxx's position in the pop music scene while promoting UK house music.

Sonar Presents Foxtrot Oscar And Dance

by Editorial Team • 28 June 2025

The Sonar events team is set to return to the well-known Terrace venue, located along the picturesque water's edge of Plymouth Hoe. The upcoming event, titled "Foxtrot Oscar and Dance," focuses on encouraging attendees to enjoy a night of house music and dancing. The lineup features popular local DJs, including Andy Ba

Becky Blue Summer Session

by Editorial Team • 27 June 2025

Becky Blue is an artist hailing from the North Coast of Cornwall who is becoming known for her contributions to the house music scene. Her DJ sets feature a tried and tested sound that incorporates melodic vocal house music, reflecting the warmth of the South West's seasonal atmosphere. We explore her inspirations.

Smart Watches Trigger Emergency Calls To Festival Mosh Pits

by Editorial Team • 21 June 2025

Smart watches equipped with impact and fall detection features have increasingly been associated with a significant rise in emergency service calls at festivals worldwide.

Lee Drift Summer Heat Mix

by Editorial Team • 12 June 2025

Lee Drift is a well-known artist across the South West and has gained international attention through his performances worldwide. With this episode he returns to create a summer podcast mix featuring his distinctive tech house sound. Lee discusses his upcoming summer plans, which include the release of new music on WildCard Records and an intention to expand his live DJ sets throughout the region.