Why We D&B

About Why We D&B

Why We D&B: Chatting all the reasons why with your fave artists in D&B🎙️ Hosted by Laurie Charlesworth 📧: whywednb@gmail.com Film location: Qube Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Logo: Aron-Lawton Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: “Losing My Mind” by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group Alternative names: Why We DnB

Publisher

Laurie Charlesworth

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Jul 2026

Latest episode

6 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

8 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Nov 2026

   IYRE | From Sri Lanka to the UK for the Love of D&B | Why We D&B Episode 8

   Welcome to Why We D&B with the brilliant IYRE! From making dubstep in Sri Lanka to becoming a hugely adored part of the UK drum & bass scene, IYRE’s journey is a rather special one. Once the only D&B producer in Sri Lanka, he found his people thousands of miles away thanks to the internet, a whole lot of love for the music and a little help from Goldfat Records, eventually making the big move to the UK. Laurie sits down with IYRE to talk about discovering D&B through Knife Party and Pendulum, why growing up in Sri Lanka made him a better producer, bringing his culture into his sound and the realities of moving across the world for music. Plus, a big old chat about our wonderful little D&B community, the beauty of online communities and how we can all help make the scene even better. Show IYRE some love and let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

2. 

   23 Oct 2026

   Logan D | A Life in D&B: The Story of Logan D & Low Down Deep | Why We D&B Episode 7

   Welcome to Episode 7 of Why We D&B with the one and only, Logan D! Logan D has been at the heart of drum & bass and a house-hold name in jump up for decades, but despite being one of the most recognisable DJs in the scene, this is the first time he has dived into the nitty-gritty details of his story. In Episode 7, Laurie sits down with Logan D to go right back to the beginning: discovering jungle and drum & bass, how landing a Kool FM show with Crissy Criss at just 15 years old catapulted him into the scene, and why MC culture played such a huge part in his love for the music. The pair also get into his lifelong obsession with genre, what’s kept him in the scene after all these years, 20 years of Low Down Deep, and so much more. This is a rare chance to hear Logan D’s story, and for anyone who knows how much Laurie loves a Logan D set, you’ll understand why we’ve been particularly excited about this one. Show Logan D some love and let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music GroupWARNING: Explicit language

3. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Bailey | Music Is The Main Character | Why We D&B Episode 6

   Welcome to Episode 6 of Why We D&B with the one and only, Bailey! Bailey has had - and is having - a pretty incredible career in music. He's done a lot of things, he's lived a lot of life. DJ, broadcaster, 10 years on 1Xtra, producer, promoter, journalist, Intabeats creator… the list goes on and on and on. The thing about Bailey though is that - despite decades spent right at the heart of jungle and D&B - he’s never tried to make himself the main character. It has always, and will always, be all about the music. In Episode 6, Laurie sits down with Bailey to talk about what it meant to simply be part of the movement, why music has always been his safe place and form of expression, the responsibility he feels to represent this culture properly and how at this point in his career, he’s focusing on legacy and longevity. Show Bailey some love and let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

4. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Charlotte Haining | The Why Behind The Work | Why We D&B Episode 5

   Welcome to Episode 5 of Why We D&B with the incredible Charlotte Haining! Charlotte is a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter, with a voice and pen behind some truly beautiful moments in drum & bass/dance music. Whether she’s writing for herself, collaborating with other artists or stepping behind the mic, there’s one thing that comes across VERY clearly - she is completely dedicated to her craft and pours her heart and soul into her work. In Episode 5, Laurie sits down with Charlotte to talk about the projects she’s most proud of, the graft behind building a career in music, what it's like songwriting for other artists and what continues to drive her creatively. They also dive into becoming a mum while working in music and how family has given her a whole new kind of motivation. A gorgeous, wholesome conversation about music, ambition, family, backing yourself and being really bloody proud of what you’ve built. Show Charlotte some love & let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

5. 

   11 Sept 2026

   Danny Byrd | Being Part of Something | Why We D&B Episode 4

   Welcome to episode 4 of Why We D&B with the amazing Danny Byrd! As one of Hospital Records’ earliest signings, Danny has spent nearly three whole decades bringing pure joy, soul and rave energy into drum & bass. From Supersized and Rave Digger to bona fide anthems like Ill Behaviour, his music has soundtracked a lot of very happy dance floors - and all these years later, he continues to pour so much into the scene. In Episode 4, Laurie sits down with Danny to go right back to the beginning, discussing everything from Danny wanting to be on the inside of the scene he loved so much, the feeling of being part of something, the moments that pushed him to up his game and so much more. Show Danny some love & let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-WrightMotion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

6. 

   28 Aug 2026

   Sweetpea | Finding Your People | Why We D&B Episode 3

   Welcome to Episode 3 of Why We D&B with the amazing Sweetpea! Sweetpea is not only an incredible DJ/selector, producer and radio host (Kool FM/BBC), she is someone in the scene who moves forward with absolute sincerity: opening doors for others and ensuring if she's winning, the people around her are winning too. In Episode 3, Laurie sits down with Tasha to dive into an array of topics including finding your people and community, making sure music doesn’t become a chore, EQ50 and the amazing work they've done in the scene, what motivates Sweetpea/what’s kept her in the scene for 15 years… and so much more. Show Sweetpea some love & let us know why you D&B in the comments below! Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

7. 

   14 Aug 2026

   LSB | Remember To Love The Thing You Love | Why We D&B Episode 2

   Welcome to Episode 2 of Why We D&B with the amazing LSB! LSB is without a doubt one of the most respected producers in our scene. Known best for his work producing deep and melancholic D&B, and with a career spanning nearly 20 years, he remains one of liquid D&B’s most loved artists. In Episode 2, Laurie sits down with the man himself to talk about his latest LP The Middle, how he recently rediscovered his love for drum & bass, the moments and projects he’s most proud of, and what continues to keep him inspired two decades into his journey. Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group WARNING: Explicit language

8. 

   31 Jul 2026

   Bryan Gee | Everyone Can Be A Part Of This Family | Why We D&B Episode 1

   Welcome to Episode 1 of Why We D&B with the one and only, Bryan Gee! V Recordings label boss/DJ and selector, Bryan Gee, is adored within our scene for many reasons: His incredible commitment to the jungle/drum & bass over the past 3 decades, his impeccable track selection/A&R for V, but most of all, his second-to-none good vibes and energy! There's no one quite like Bryan Gee and we are honoured to have him on as our very first guest. Show him some love and let us know why you D&B in the comments below! - Follow us: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/whywednb/) Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@whywednb) - Credits: Host: Laurie Charlesworth Production Assistant: Brierley Mongini Shoot Location: Qube Logo: Aron Lawton-Wright Motion Graphic: Andrew Turner Music: "Losing My Mind" by Rid, courtesy of DNBB Digital / DNBB Music Group - WARNING: Explicit language and references of suicide

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