Planet V

V Recordings is a seminal UK drum and bass label founded in 1993 by Bryan Gee and Jumpin Jack Frost. Emerging during the early jungle era, the label quickly became known for its signature blend of soulful, funk-driven rhythms, helping shape the evolution of drum and bass into a more musical and accessible form.

Over the years, V Recordings has built a strong catalogue featuring influential artists such as Roni Size, LTJ Bukem, Adam F, DJ Die, and Krust, while also playing a key role in the rise of the Bristol scene. Its association with Roni Size—whose album New Forms won the Mercury Prize—helped bring drum and bass to wider audiences.

Through sublabels like Liquid V and Philly Blunt Records, the label has continued to evolve while supporting both established and emerging talent. Today, it remains a cornerstone of global drum and bass culture, respected for its consistency, influence, and musical legacy.