Ed Rush & Optical, the pioneering duo of Ben Settle and Matt Quinn, have been at the forefront of drum and bass since the mid-1990s. Their 1998 debut album, "Wormhole," is hailed as a genre-defining masterpiece that introduced the neurofunk subgenre. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wormhole_%28album%29?utm_source=openai)) Known for their aggressive techstep and darkcore styles, they've released influential albums like "The Creeps" (2000) and "The Original Doctor Shade" (2003). ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optical_%28musician%29?utm_source=openai)) As co-founders of Virus Recordings, they've shaped the drum and bass landscape, inspiring artists like Noisia and Bad Company. ([darkdnb.com](https://www.darkdnb.com/ed-rush?utm_source=openai)) Their electrifying live performances continue to captivate audiences worldwide.