Culture Shock
A high-energy, polished drum and bass artist.
James Pountney aka Culture Shock has gone from the passing of an unmarked demo, to arguably the drum & bass scene’s most ground-breaking producer. Since his first release on Moving Shadow in 2004, Culture Shock has consistently pushed boundaries with his sonic artwork, creating a diverse discography which has become symbolic within one of the UK’s most withstanding genres.
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Past Events
Flight Festival 2026 – Endless Flight
Fri, 19 Jun @ 9:00 PM
Day 2 | Korsakov Weekender 2026 - 10 Year Anniversary
Sat, 31 Jan @ 10:00 PM
WORSHIP Amsterdam - (presented by HIGH TEA) - ADE 2025
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 @ 11:59 PM
HIGH TEA Festeaval 2025
Fri, 22 Aug 2025 @ 4:00 PM.webp)
Electric Castle 2025
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 @ 2:00 PM
Liquicity Springfestival 2025
Sat, 12 Apr 2025 @ 2:00 PMVenues where Culture Shock plays
What kind of music does Culture Shock play?+
Culture Shock plays drum and bass, liquid funk - high-energy and polished. James Pountney aka Culture Shock has gone from the passing of an unmarked demo, to arguably the drum & bass scene’s most ground-breaking producer.
What are Culture Shock live shows like?+
Culture Shock's live sets are tight and high-energy - technically precise with real physical intensity.
When is Culture Shock performing next?+
Culture Shock plays Finsbury Park in London on Sunday 2 August.
