Happy 2024 my friends, we are back with the first AOTW of the year and we had to make sure it was a big one. You know about my love for the stateside DNB scene, and few people have made such a mark as the Los Angeles badman known as Machete! One of the main forces behind one of the longest running DNB weeklies in the world, RESPECT, he is someone who is not only contributing as an constantly evolving artist, but providing opportunities for djs and fans alike by booking some of the biggest lineups on a consistent basis. For over 30 years he has been pushing the sound that we know and love, and this week is dedicated to him and his work!
What is your favorite memory from Respect? Share it in the comments!
![BEAT THE ALGORITHM WITH BASSVAULT [INTERVIEW]](https://www.bestdrumandbass.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/bv-400x250.jpg)

