Following his remix of Tiësto’s ‘Kaleidoscope’ in 2009 and collaboration with Underworld on ‘Scribble’ last year, High Contrast’s called upon both acts to help him create one of this year’s epic drum n bass anthems. ‘The First Note Is Silent’ combines Karl Hyde’s vocal line with the huge synth sounds you’d expect from one of the world’s foremost trance DJs. And while it’s certainly more accessible than Lincoln Barrett’s previous releases, fans will be pleased to discover that Wales’ finest is once more showcasing his knack for crafting a killer drop. A tempting taster for forthcoming album The Agony and the Ecstasy.