Pinch

Robert Ellis, known as Pinch, operates from Bristol and has been a fixture in UK bass music since the mid-2000s. The dubstep artist also records under the aliases Rob Ellis and Mr E, and runs the influential Tectonic label. Ellis began releasing material on Tectonic in 2011, establishing the imprint as a platform for his fusion of reggae, world music, and dancehall elements with dubstep foundations.

Pinch's sound spans multiple tempos and genres, moving between raw hypnotic techno, peak-time driving rhythms, and classic electro influences alongside his dubstep roots. His Tectonic releases demonstrate a range from deep house grooves to UK garage-influenced tracks, often incorporating dub and grime elements. The Bristol producer's output maintains the heavy low-end characteristic of UK bass music while exploring techno's more driving territories, creating tracks suitable for both intimate club environments and larger dancefloor settings. His catalog on Tectonic shows consistent evolution from dubstep's half-time rhythms into faster, more club-focused material.