DJ Die, born Daniel Kausman, is an influential DJ, producer, and artist hailing from the United Kingdom, recognized for his pioneering contributions to the drum & bass and jungle scenes. Emerging from Bristol’s fertile underground music community in the early 1990s, DJ Die quickly established himself as a vital force through his innovative productions and dynamic DJ sets. He was a pivotal member of the celebrated Full Cycle collective alongside Roni Size, contributing to the Mercury Prize-winning "New Forms" album and shaping the sound of UK drum & bass with tracks like “Clear Skyz,” “Reincarnations,” and “Drop Bear.

” Renowned for an unmistakable style that fuses rolling basslines, crisp drum work, and genre-blurring influences, DJ Die’s work has consistently pushed boundaries and inspired new generations of artists. His influence extends through his Gutterfunk label, championing diversity and evolution within bass music and beyond. Over the decades, DJ Die has remained a respected figure, celebrated for his creative vision, genre-crossing sets, and unwavering commitment to the progress of UK electronic music.