Rusko Declares War on the Dancefloor With ‘1 Man Army’
The bass legend icon delivers high-energy rave weapons and a fresh take on drum & bass in his first solo release in two years.
Nearly two decades deep into a career that helped shape the very foundations of bass music, Rusko is proving he’s still got plenty of tricks up his sleeve. His latest project, 1 Man Army, is a five-track showcase of the unrelenting energy and infectious creativity that made him a household name. But this isn’t just a victory lap - it’s a battle cry, a statement of intent from an artist who refuses to be boxed in.
As his first solo release in two years, 1 Man Army feels like both a homecoming and a daring leap forward. From the jump, the title track makes it clear that Rusko is operating at full throttle, layering heavyweight basslines with the kind of frenetic, high-octane energy that defined an era. The EP’s momentum is already in full swing thanks to the previously released singles “Wassup” and “Rubix Cube,” two undeniable rave weapons that blend cutting-edge sound design with Rusko’s unmistakable sense of fun.
But it’s not all about chest-rattling drops and peak-time chaos. “Bout Your Love” sees Rusko dive deeper into his lifelong love affair with drum & bass, flexing his versatility while staying true to his signature melodic instincts. Then there’s “Ganjaman,” a triumphant closer that perfectly encapsulates the EP’s ethos -pushing boundaries while keeping the dance floor at the heart of the mission.
If there were any doubts about Rusko’s continued dominance, 1 Man Army wipes them off the map. The EP arrives on the heels of a historic run of B2B performances with fellow dubstep legend Caspa in 2024, as well as a landmark sold-out show at Denver’s Mission Ballroom to kick off 2025. With this release, Rusko isn’t just celebrating his legacy - he’s rewriting the rules once again.
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