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Nia Archives

Born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, and raised in Leeds and later Manchester, Nia Archives is a trailblazing DJ, producer, singer, and songwriter who has quickly become one of the most exciting figures in the UK electronic music scene. Blending her Jamaican heritage with a love for jungle, drum and bass, and soul, Nia’s music is characterized by deep bass, rolling breaks, and introspective, emotionally charged lyrics. She first garnered attention with her debut EP, *Headz Gone West* (2021), followed by critically acclaimed releases like *Forbidden Feelingz* (2022) and *Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall* (2023), earning accolades for her original take on jungle revivalism and modern rave culture.

Nia Archives’ innovative sound and energetic DJ sets have seen her perform at leading festivals including Glastonbury, Warehouse Project, and Notting Hill Carnival, and she’s been a driving force behind the contemporary resurgence of jungle, bringing the genre to a new generation. She has been recognized with numerous awards, including the MOBO Award for Best Electronic/Dance Act, the NME Award for Best Producer, and has found herself on various “ones to watch” lists by outlets such as the BBC and Mixmag. As a producer, vocalist, and visual artist, Nia Archives pushes the boundaries of her genre, championing diversity and authenticity within the UK dance music landscape.

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Jungle - DrumAndBass - Breakbeat - Electronic - Dance - UKBass

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