Black Sun Empire at SUBculture Saturdays

Digital Motion proudly presents

SUBculture Saturdays 5.16.2026

With a global reputation as pioneers of tech and neuro drum & bass, Black Sun Empire stand among the most formidable forces in the scene. This May Long Weekend, the legendary production outfit makes their highly anticipated return for a third appearance with us. Expect a relentless barrage of cutting-edge bass, precision engineered sound, and uncompromising energy from start to finish delivered through the full force of PK Sound. No gimmicks. No breaks. Just pure pressure from start to finish. This is not just a show… it’s an experience you don’t want to miss! 

BLACK SUN EMPIRE
Blackout Recordings - Netherlands

Black Sun Empire began making music together in 1993, but it wasn’t until drum & bass reached its peak in the mid ‘90s that the trio truly found their footing. In that formative period, Black Sun Empire drew heavy inspiration from the darker side of the genre, a movement pioneered by London based imprints like No U Turn, Grooverider’s Prototype Recordings and Ed Rush & Optical’s Virus label. By the time the Internet revolution opened a path for non UK drum & bass acts to be fully embraced by the scene, Black Sun Empire had perfected their craft and began to deliver a distinct and different sound that they could truly call their own. Today they run a well established label, Blackout Recordings, and hold an international reputation as one of the biggest names in tech/neuro drum and bass.

with support from Vancouver based DJs

BEAR-TIK

https://linktr.ee/DJbeartik

BEAR-TIK is a drum and bass DJ and producer from the Czech Republic, now based in Canada. With over 200 shows in the metal scene before transitioning to heavy DnB, he has been focused on DJing and composing for the last four years.

THE WILLISIST [SHAHdjs / BassCoast]

https://linktr.ee/the.willisist

MAU [Voidcat Audio] - SUBculture debut! 

https://www.instagram.com/mau_canada

The Red Room PK Sound system will be in place for a proper bass & electronic music experience. Hearing protection is strongly advised. Our high fidelity, reusable ear plugs will be available for purchase at coat check or at our apparel table if you need.

Doors open at 10:00pm sharp! Open and serving Music, good vibrations and drinks until 3am. Plan accordingly, arrive early to avoid the line and to support all of the artists on the lineup. 19+ only w/ 2 pieces of valid ID to enter ★ Mature PLUR vibes ★ Please respect the venue, your neighbours & party responsibly. Big thanks to everyone coming down early to set the vibe! 

*Harm reduction and extra support will be available via our SAFEculture team all night*

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