The remix of the Kryptic Minds and Leon Switch's "More Like You" has been tearing up dance floors thought out world with heavy rotation from the likes of Calyx, Teebee, Noisia, Dylan, and Pendulum amongst many more, helping push it into the BBC 1xtra top 10 chart.
They've recently taken the title track and the a-side of the sampler for Renegade Hardware's Album "Fear No Evil". Amongst this huge release is also a remix of the Universal Project Track "Bleach" Unknown Error have a collaboration with Spor on Teebee's Subtitles imprint, and a joint venture with the likes of Chris Renegade, Evol Intent, Ewun, and Spor on the most exciting label of present "Lifted Music".
Where are you from?
We're both from Maidstone in Kent (UK).
How did you get into drum & bass?
Wow, that's a tough one. Once first introduced to it there was no turning back I guess.
When did you start playing breakbeat / jungle?
I couldn't tell you an exact date but it was early days just as hardcore was slowly turning into jungle then into dnb. Although it's all the same thing eh!
Where was your first DJ appearance?
First DJ appearance as Unknown Error was in Belgium alongside Calyx. It was amazing and we had a real lot of fun!
How did you guys meet up?
We both used to work at the same place, shared the same interests so decided to make some beats together and this is what came of it.
When was your golden era of drum & bass?
Not sure on exact dates but around the time of Ed Rush & Optical (Wormhole), Bad Company (Inside the Machine and Digital Nation) times: 90s I guess.
Who have you released records for?
Renegade Hardware, Trouble on Vinyl, Cymbalism, Moving Shadow, Defcom, Horizons and the new label Lifted (www.liftedmusic.co.uk), which is a label compiled of just 4 artists: Evol Intent, Ewun, Spor & Unknown Error. The label's run by Chris Renegade and it's a label for a bunch of friends to output good music.
Which are your musical inspirations?
In dnb: Calyx, TeeBee, Noisia, )EIB( and in other genres there are far too many to list: Hendrix, Pink Flloyd, Miles Davies, James Brown etc.
How do you describe your own sound / the sound that you produce?
We always try to do something musical, be it dark or the lighter side of dnb. Orchestral, twisted and rough.
How is work divided in the studio?
We try to be fair with everything so that we are both doing equal amounts, before Rob would do more producing and Jim would do more of the DJ work. But now we are both raising our standards in both fields.
Which track have you written that you are most happy with? Why?
Probably Hellraiser. It all came together so quickly and done some major damage on the dancefloor, but then there's the "more like you remix" which has probably gained the most support.
What does your top 10 at the moment look like? (2006)
1. Calyx & Teebee - Telepathy
2. Calyx & Teebee - Confessions
3. Unknown Error - Bluekey
4. Spor - Knock you down
5. Evol Intent - Silly Pants
6. Digital & Spirit & Phantom Force - Tpower and Codeine Remix
7. Limewax - Evolution
8. Audio - Warehouse VIP
9. Gein & Alliance - forgot the name
10. Phace - Pyscho LP
Which is your favourite venue worldwide?
The End - London
Which was your best gig/show in 2006?
So far Torun in Poland.
On which projects are you working on right now / what's coming next?
We've been taking a break from producing for a little while now because we've been so busy with gigs and had a dnb overload as far as producing. But rest assured: We are back in the studio now and are going to come back with a real impact.
With whom would you like to work together with in the future?
Calyx, Noisia, Phace. All of these are on the cards. Watch this space!
Which producer do you rate most at the moment?
Calyx, Teebee, Noisia, Phace and Spor.
Which DJs would you book to play if you had control of a radio station for a day?
See above! haha
Which one LP everyone should listen to?
Edit - Crying over pros for no reason.
What one dnb tune do you wish you'd written and why?
That's a tough one, maybe "The Nine" by Bad Company. It still goes off today like it's never aged. Classic!
Fear No Evil
Unknown Error Lyrics
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You will not go astray
Though shadows fall
Still the stars find their way.
Awaken from a quiet sleep
Hear the whispering of the wind
Awaken as the silence grows
Darkness spreads through all the land
And your weary eyes open silently
Sunsets have forsaken all
The most far off horizons
Nightmares come when shadows grow
Eyes close and heartbeats slow
Fear not this night
You will not go astray
Though shadows fall
Still the stars find their way
And you can always be strong
Lift your voice with the first light of dawn
Dawn′s just a heartbeat away
Hope's just a sunrise away
Distant sounds of melodies
Darting through the night to your heart
Auroras, mists, and echoes dance
In the solitude of our life
Pleading, sighing arias
Gently grieving in captive misery
Darkness sings a forlorn song
Yet our hope can still rise up
Nightmares come when shadows grow
Lift your voice, lift your hope
Fear not this night
You will not go astray
Though shadows fall
Still the stars find their way
And though the night sky′s filled with blackness
Fear not, rise up, call out and take my hand
Fear not this night
You will not go astray
Though shadows fall
(Still the stars find their way)
Fear not this night
You will not go astray
Though shadows fall
(Still the stars find their way)
And you can always be strong
Lift your voice with the first light of dawn
Dawn's just a heartbeat away
Hope's just a sunrise away
Unknown Error's song "Fear No Evil" is a reflection on the human ability to find strength and hope in times of darkness and despair. The lyrics tell a story of someone who is facing the unknown and feeling lost, but also comforted by the fact that they are not alone. The opening lines "Fear not this night, you will not go astray / though shadows fall, still the stars find their way" are a reassurance that even in the darkest moments, guidance can be found.
The rest of the song continues to explore the theme of light and dark, with references to the sunrise, stars, and shadows. The verses describe a world in which darkness has taken over, but also acknowledge the beauty that can still be found in small moments such as the whispering of the wind or the distant sounds of music. The chorus is a powerful declaration to not be afraid, to find strength in one's voice and to lift up one's hope. The final stanza encourages the listener to reach out and take someone's hand, reminding them that they are not alone in their struggle.
Overall, "Fear No Evil" is a poignant reflection on the human experience of fear and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Fear not this night
Don't be afraid of the impending darkness
You will not go astray
You won't lose your way
Though shadows fall
Even if darkness surrounds you
Still the stars find their way
Stars will shine through the darkness
Awaken from a quiet sleep
Wake up from a peaceful sleep
Hear the whispering of the wind
Listen to the sound of the wind that's blowing
Awaken as the silence grows
Wake up as the world becomes more silent
In the solitude of the night
During the loneliness of the night
Darkness spreads through all the land
The darkness envelops everything
And your weary eyes open silently
Your tired eyes slowly open
Sunsets have forsaken all
The sun has set and left everything in darkness
The most far off horizons
Even the distant horizons are dark
Nightmares come when shadows grow
Bad dreams come when it gets darker
Eyes close and heartbeats slow
Your eyes close and your heartbeat slows down
And you can always be strong
You possess the strength
Lift your voice with the first light of dawn
Speak up loudly as soon as the sun rises
Dawn’s just a heartbeat away
The sunrise is very close
Hope’s just a sunrise away
Your hope is close to becoming reality
Distant sounds of melodies
Faint melodies can be heard in the distance
Darting through the night to your heart
The melody reaches your heart quickly
Auroras, mists, and echoes dance
The auroras, mists, and echoes move gracefully
In the solitude of our life
In the lonely life we lead
Pleading, sighing arias
Sad songs sung with deep emotion
Gently grieving in captive misery
Softly mourning while feeling trapped in agony
Darkness sings a forlorn song
The darkness is a melancholic tune
Yet our hope can still rise up
Despite the sadness, we can still feel hopeful
Lift your voice, lift your hope
Speak up and feel optimistic
And though the night sky’s filled with blackness
Even if the sky is completely dark
Fear not, rise up, call out and take my hand
Don't be afraid, stand up, call for help and take my hand
Writer(s): James Oliver Gash
Contributed by Aiden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.