Command Strange / Soulem Recordings · liquid artist

Listen

Latest and most played

About

To book COMMAND STRANGE for your next event contact: ricky@urbanagency.co.uk Let's be honest. How many seven year old junglists do you know of? Well, the boy who would become Command Strange was just such a child. Growing up in Kazakhstan, the lure of his older brother's jungle and drum 'n' bass proved irresistible, and exposure to the music of icons like Roni Size, Aphrodite, and LTJ Bukem laid the foundations for what was to follow. By the age of sixteen Command Strange was already releasing music. With a focus on the melodic side of DnB, he quickly got the attention of the scene's elite. The likes of Bryan Gee, Jumpin Jack Frost, Goldie, Hype, Bukem, Fabio & Grooverider regularly supported his productions, and with airplay on prestigious stations like BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, his reputation as one to watch was secured. And he hasn't slowed down since. Releases on Fokuz, Metalheadz, Good Looking, Integral, Grid, Horizons, Hospital and Med School have proven his versatility, with the Command Strange sound evolving to encompass harder, nastier styles alongside his pristine musicality. In a scene where releasing one artist album is a major achievement, Command Strange's back cat a

Biography

Command Strange (Alexey Fuifanov) is a drum & bass producer and DJ originally from Kazakhstan, now based in London. Immersed in jungle and DnB from the age of seven, he began releasing music as a teenager, quickly gaining recognition for his distinctive blend of soulful melodies and heavyweight club cuts. His catalog spans some of the most respected imprints in the scene, including Metalheadz, Hospital, Med School, Integral, Fokuz, Innerground, Liquicity, and V Recordings. Support from legends such as Goldie, LTJ Bukem, Bryan Gee, Andy C, Fabio & Grooverider, and DJ Hype has cemented his reputation as a forward-thinking yet versatile artist. Across more than 40 vinyl releases, 80+ digital singles, and several acclaimed albums—Soul Booster (Fokuz), Episode 91 (Fokuz), and Joy (Innerground, alongside Intelligent Manners)—Command Strange has proven his ability to move fluidly between lush, musical liquid rollers and darker, harder-edged sounds. His recent EPs and collaborations with Liquicity showcase an evolution toward a deeper, more modern sound while staying true to his roots. As a DJ, Command Strange has performed at leading clubs and festivals worldwide, from Fabric (London) and Boomtown to Liquicity Festival, Pirate Station, and Sun & Bass. His sets are known for seamlessly bridging soulful vibes and high-energy bangers, reflecting his wide-ranging production style. With ongoing support from BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, features in K Mag and Mixmag, and a rapidly growing global fanbase, Command Strange continues to push boundaries within drum & bass. Now firmly established in the UK and European scene, he is focused on new collaborations, projects, and performances that reaffirm his place as one of the most exciting and multifaceted artists in the genre.

As published on Resident Advisor