VARIOUS — Still Rooted Sampler 4

Various – Still Rooted Sampler 4 opens the Foundation Audio release schedule with a 12-inch vinyl that gathers five distinct dubstep cuts under the Still Rooted banner. Catalogued as FASRVS4 and slated for an 16 October 2026 issue, the sampler continues the label’s focus on deep, bass-heavy productions while offering a fresh snapshot of its current roster. Within the Foundation Audio catalogue, Still Rooted Sampler 4 arrives alongside Still Rooted Sampler 3 (FASRVS3), which shares the same release date, and the You Snake EP by Proove (FAV024), also issued on the same day. Earlier entries such as Chad Dubz’s Pipe Down / Pussyfoot (FAVX016, 2024) and the collaborative Amplify / Raze (FAVX015, 2024) illustrate the label’s ongoing commitment to forward-thinking dubstep, positioning this sampler as a continuation of that trajectory. Side A begins with “nova – UCSM”, a track that sets a weighty tone through its resonant low end and measured rhythm, establishing a solid foundation for the side. It is followed by “Teffa – Rays”, which shifts the mood with a slightly brighter palette while retaining the genre’s characteristic sub-bass focus, creating a subtle contrast that keeps the momentum moving. Side B opens with “Mob Killa – Salamander Lane”, a piece that leans into a darker, more atmospheric groove, offering DJs a deep-cut that can anchor a late-night set. The second B-side cut, “Proove – Echo Dem”, provides a tighter, more percussive rhythm that works well for transition moments, its title hinting at echoic textures that can be layered over other tracks. The sampler closes with “Chad Dubz & LOTU – Introspective”, a collaborative effort that brings a reflective mood to the record’s finale, rounding off the release with a track that invites both contemplation and movement. The Still Rooted Sampler series has become a reference point for collectors seeking a concise yet varied glimpse of Foundation Audio’s dubstep output. By pairing emerging names like nova and Teffa with more established contributors such as Mob Killa, Proove, and the Chad Dubz & LOTU partnership, the EP showcases the label’s ability to balance fresh perspectives with proven craftsmanship, reinforcing its role in the current underground electronic landscape. For DJs, the record offers a practical selection of tracks that can be mixed individually or as a cohesive block. “nova – UCSM” and “Mob Killa – Salamander Lane” supply deep, floor-filling basslines suitable for peak moments, while “Teffa – Rays” and “Proove – Echo Dem” afford smoother transitions and rhythmic variety. “Introspective” serves as a versatile closing statement, capable of winding down a set or providing a thoughtful interlude. The release arrives as a standard 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of its predecessor samplers and fitting seamlessly into any crate of dubstep records. Various – Still Rooted Sampler 4, Foundation Audio, catalog FASRVS4, 12-inch vinyl, five tracks. Tracklist: A1. nova – UCSM A2. Teffa – Rays B1. Mob Killa – Salamander Lane B2. Proove – Echo Dem B3. Chad Dubz & LOTU – Introspective