Pessimist

Kristian Jabs is a British electronic music producer and DJ from Bristol. He has been producing music since the age of 15, and his work has been released on labels such as AD93 Blue, UVB-76, and Blackest Ever Black. His music is characterised by its dark, minimalist sound, which blends elements of drum & bass, techno, and ambient music.

Jabs helped start a new wave of drum & bass minimalism in the early 2010s. He has since gone on to explore ambient and trip hop sounds plus bridging the gap between techno and drum & bass. His debut album, "Pessimist", was released in 2017 and was critically acclaimed. He has since released several EPs and singles, and has toured extensively throughout Europe and North America.

In addition to his solo work under the alias Pessimist, Jabs is also responsible for the aliases Soft Boi and Stigma. He is also a part of groups Boreal Massif & Ruffhouse. He is also a regular DJ at clubs and festivals around the world.

Pessimist is a respected figure in the electronic music scene, and his music has been praised by critics and fans alike. He is a unique and innovative producer, and his sound continues to evolve and grow.