Drumz Of The South: The Dubstep Years (2004–2007)
By Georgina Cook
Published by Velocity Press

The definitive photo-book of dubstep’s early days—capturing the sound, the people, and the South London streets that birthed a global movement.

Drumz Of The South is the first and most comprehensive photography book to document the emergence of dubstep—an underground sound born in small rooms, pirate radio stations, and London basements. Between 2004 and 2007, Georgina Cook became the scene’s unofficial documentarian, camera in hand, capturing now-legendary nights at FWD>> at Plastic People, DMZ, and Rinse FM, as well as intimate portraits of pioneering artists like Burial, Skream, Mala & Coki, Loefah, Kode9, Skepta, Wiley, and more.

Originally self-published via Kickstarter in 2021, this new second edition features a complete redesign, hardback cover, and new writing by Blackdown, Charlie Dark MBE, Emma Warren, and others. Spanning over 200 photographs and 224 beautifully printed pages, it blends club and street photography, personal blog entries, handwritten notes, and archive ephemera into one unforgettable visual journey through dubstep’s foundational years.

“She is the photographer-of-record for the scene’s key inflection points... documenting in light a community dedicated to getting lost in dark sounds.” — Blackdown

“Much needed light shining on the early dubstep scene.” — Gilles Peterson

More than a music book, Drumz Of The South is a love letter to community, creativity, and South London’s underground culture—perfect for fans of electronic music history, photography, club culture, and British street style.

Product Details

Hardback | 17.78 × 25.4 cm | 846 g

224 pages, printed on heavyweight paper

Publisher: Velocity Press

Publication Date: October 17, 2024

ISBN: 978-1913231668

Language: English