Natty Lou Is Here to Shake Up America’s Drum & Bass — One Massive Drop at a Time

When Natty Lou stepped onto a U.S. stage for the first time, she wasn’t just making her debut — she was kicking down the door with the full force of Drum & Bass behind her. After navigating a visa journey filled with “a lot of hiccups”, the rising UK powerhouse finally landed Stateside with a mission: energize, inspire, and convert America into DnB believers, one jaw-dropping set at a time.

The U.S. Debut That Made the Struggle Worth It

“It’s been full of excitement, growth and immense gratitude,” she says — a sentiment that feels like the thesis statement of her entire transition. Stepping into a new country, new crowds, and new opportunities may sound glamorous, but the path wasn’t smooth. Still, once she hit that first stage, the stress dissolved instantly. “There’s something powerful about knowing you fought that hard to be somewhere” — and Natty Lou fought like hell.

Professionally, the U.S. has already widened her reach, bringing her sound to fans who might’ve missed her on the global circuit. And if you think she plans to ease into this new chapter? Think again. She describes it as “the start of something special,” and the way her calendar is filling up, she’s clearly right.

Discovering America’s DnB Curiosity Era

Coming from the UK — where Drum & Bass is practically coded into everyone’s DNA — Natty Lou quickly picked up on a surprising difference in the States: Americans are still discovering the genre.

“It’s almost like watching people fall in love with the genre in real time,” she says, and honestly, she’s not wrong. One viral snippet at a time, DnB is finding new fans who don’t just listen — they commit. And Natty Lou doesn’t take that lightly: “I really hope what I’m doing inspires other aspiring DJs to help build the DnB scene here.” If the U.S. is the new frontier, she’s planting a flag on behalf of the whole genre.

What to Expect When Natty Lou Comes to Your City

Short answer? Cardio.

Long answer? “A pure high energy set from start to finish — big builds, big drops, switches and lots more surprises!”And yes, she’s bringing unreleased tracks… including ones that won’t see the light of day until 2026. If that’s not a flex, we don’t know what is.

The Printworks Moment That Defined It All

For someone who has played Tomorrowland, Glastonbury, and Boomtown, choosing a defining set isn’t easy. But Natty Lou doesn’t hesitate: her Let It Roll set at Printworks (2023).

Closing the event b2b with DMinds* in front of 6,000 ravers? Legendary. Having her entire family watching? Unforgettable. “It’s the kind of experience that stays with you forever,” she admits — and you can hear the pride in every word.

Why the DnB Wave Is Going Global

One word: TikTok.

Okay, more than one word. Natty Lou credits social media AND cross-genre collaboration for the explosion. When you’ve got Tiesto and Steve Aoki dropping Drum & Bass tracks, doors open fast. Add in the genre’s versatility — “There’s something for everyone!” — and you’ve got a perfect recipe for global takeover.

A Sound Rooted in Emotion, Cinematics & Chaos (The Good Kind)

Natty Lou’s signature style didn’t happen by accident. It was born in 2008 on dance floors fueled by Sub Focus, Metrik, Chase & Status, and more. She blends melodic emotion with dramatic, futuristic sound design — like if Hans Zimmer collaborated with a bass gremlin.

Her approach?

• atmospheric, cinematic builds

• smooth, rolling basslines

• vocals that pull at your soul

• drops that could legally qualify as an adrenaline shot

Her words: “It’s about making music that people can relate to, feel all the emotions and dance to, all at the same time.”
Our words: Success.

Being a Woman in DnB — And Why She Doesn’t Want a Separate Category

Refreshingly, Natty Lou rejects the idea that her gender has been an obstacle. “I don’t see myself as a ‘female act’ — I see myself as a DJ and producer who makes music that moves people.”

She hopes her visibility inspires other women — not because she faced exclusion, but because representation matters. Her presence says: You can do this too. And she means it.

Advice for the Next Generation of Producers

Her mantra is simple and powerful:

• Take risks.

• Stay persistent.

• Believe in yourself.

• Chase your dreams.

Also: find your people. “Having people who believe in you makes all the difference.”

Dream Collab? No Hesitation.

Sub Focus. Obviously.

She’s been inspired by him for years, and the thought of the studio session alone has her buzzing: “I bet he’s got so many production tips and tricks up his sleeve!!” (Two exclamation marks — she meant that.)

Inside Her Creative Process

Natty Lou is melody-driven with a vocal-first instinct. She often starts with toplines from vocalists, builds around their emotional center, and then layers in the production magic. She also loves collaborating in-studio — Axel Boy, D*Minds, Tengu, Biometrix — because bouncing ideas accelerates the creative spark.

Looking Ahead: 2025 and Beyond

She’s locked in. Her focus is:

• releasing more music

• growing her U.S. presence

• inspiring the next wave of Drum & Bass talent

No fluff — just measurable goals and the work ethic to exceed them.

New to Natty Lou? Start Here.

She recommends kicking things off with this mix:
https://youtu.be/ndQtWzQrr-E?si=QoGowEyf5c0P4wdZ

Pair it with good speakers, some space to jump around, and neighbors who don’t mind basslines strong enough to rattle their soul.