--- title: Conducta description: "**Architect of Modern UK Garage Revival** ![](http://edmsupreme.com//wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Conducta.jpg) **Foundations: Collins Nemi** **The man behind the moniker, Collins Tamuno-Opubo Nemi, was born on April 13, 1994, in Bristol, United Kingdom, to Nigerian parents. Growing up in a city renowned for its rich…" url: "https://edmsupreme.com/artiste/conducta/" updated: "2026-06-17" category: "DRUM & BASS" tags: - Conducta --- # Conducta **Architect of Modern UK Garage Revival** ![](http://edmsupreme.com//wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Conducta.jpg) **Foundations: Collins Nemi** **The man behind the moniker, Collins Tamuno-Opubo Nemi, was born on April 13, 1994, in Bristol, United Kingdom, to Nigerian parents. Growing up in a city renowned for its rich musical heritage—the birthplace of trip-hop and a bastion of drum and bass—Nemi was surrounded by sound from a young age.** His early life was a tug-of-war between two passions: music and football. A gifted athlete, he was once on the path to professional sports, but his father’s emphasis on traditional academia eventually led him to study **Politics and History** at the **SOAS University of London**. However, the pull of the studio was too strong. Inspired by a news story about the astronomical contracts of professional footballers, he realized his true "winning goal" lay in music. He eventually left university to dedicate himself fully to his craft, adopting a name inspired by the rhythmic "ta" in the name of grime legend Skepta. --- ### **The Ascent: Resurrecting UK Garage** Conducta’s career trajectory is defined by a mission to modernize **UK Garage (UKG)**. While the genre had peaked commercially in the early 2000s, it had largely moved back underground. Conducta changed that. The turning point came in 2019 when he produced **AJ Tracey’s "Ladbroke Grove."** The track was a cultural phenomenon, becoming the highest-selling UK Garage record in history and earning a triple-platinum certification. This success wasn't just a personal win; it acted as a "proof of concept" for a new generation, showing that the swing and soul of garage could still dominate the global charts. #### **Kiwi Rekords and the "Kiwi Sound"** In 2019, Conducta launched **Kiwi Rekords**, a label that became the heartbeat of the "NUKG" (New UK Garage) movement. The name was born from a simple snack box on the way to a festival, but the label’s impact was anything but accidental. Under his leadership, Kiwi Rekords championed a "sweet and sharp" sound, winning **Label of the Year** at the 2020 DJ Mag Awards and providing a platform for rising stars like Sammy Virji and Mind Of A Dragon. --- ### **Musical Artistry and Influences** Conducta’s production style is a meticulous blend of "lacerating and lovely." He combines the gritty, industrial low-end of grime with the euphoric, sunshine-soaked melodies of 90s R&B. His primary influences include: - **The Production Legends:** He cites **Teddy Riley** (the pioneer of New Jack Swing) and **Timbaland** as his idols for their ability to balance swing with heavy percussion. - **The UK Icons:** His "hero" is **MJ Cole**, whose technical precision on tracks like "Crazy Love" set the gold standard for soulful garage. - **The Pop Sensibility:** Early memories of listening to All Saints’ "Pure Shores" in the car with his mother instilled in him a love for atmospheric, cinematic textures. --- ### **Legacy, Culture, and Recent Activities (2024–2026)** Conducta’s contribution to the entertainment industry extends beyond the DJ booth. He has been a vocal advocate for Black British music, ensuring that the roots of garage—deeply tied to R&B and reggae—are not erased as the genre gains mainstream popularity. As of **2026**, Conducta has shifted his focus toward global exploration and genre-blending. Following the closure of Kiwi Rekords in 2023, he embarked on a "growth phase," marked by his **'In Transit' EP** and a highly acclaimed North American tour. His recent sets have moved away from strict 130 BPM garage, incorporating elements of techno, breakbeat, and global club sounds, often performing "back-to-back" with diverse artists like Zack Fox and Special Request. ### **Quick Reference: Milestones and Awards** | **Year** | **Milestone / Award** | **Significance** | | --- | --- | --- | | **2016** | *The Guardian* "New Band of the Week" | First major critical recognition. | | **2019** | "Ladbroke Grove" (Producer) | Triple-platinum; best-selling UKG record ever. | | **2019** | Kiwi Krush Mixtape | *Resident Advisor’s* Top Mix of the Year. | | **2020** | DJ Mag "Best Label" | Awarded to his imprint, Kiwi Rekords. | | **2025** | *Runaway* (Single) | Marked a new experimental direction with artist Kyo. | --- Conducta is more than just a DJ; he is a curator of culture. By refusing to simply "regurgitate" the sounds of the past, he has given UK Garage a "new car smell," making it accessible to a global audience that never experienced the original raves of the 90s. His legacy is one of technical brilliance and infectious optimism, proving that with the right swing and a heavy enough bassline, any sound can be reborn. [https://open.spotify.com/embed/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO0JVLdo?utm_source=generator](https://open.spotify.com/embed/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO0JVLdo?utm_source=generator) [Lessons (Interplanetary Criminal ‘Back 2 Skool’ Mix) by Conducta](https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?visual=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F1353050179&show_artwork=true&maxheight=1000&maxwidth=696)