Feature: Julian Nates [Interview] As one of Argentina’s most promising talents, Julian Nates lays claim to releases on Nick Warren’s The Soundgarden, Antrim’s Or Two Strangers, Proton's Particles and Soundteller Records, while also earning praise from progressive music tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Guy J. Now on the cusp of a new EP for Clubsonica Records we catch up with him in this exclusive interview. Enjoy. Hi Julian, thanks for joining us, how are you today and what are you up to? What are your plans for the week? First of all, thank you for inviting me to talk with you Mitch. Luckily, I’m doing great, trying to take the positives out of this transitory way of living. For the rest of the week I have planned to record my next podcast episode called “Dichotomies” and to continue working on my productions. I’m also trying to enjoy the last warm days here in Argentina. Tell us a bit about yourself, how did you discover electronic music and what led you down the path of wanting to be a DJ and Read More
Feature: Depaart [Interview] The history behind Depaart is kind of unusual. Born and raised as a label between Madrid and Berlin, fed as a party, grown as a collective and finally cured as an artist. To be exact a couple formed by Guillermo Marraco (part of Easy Kid project publishing the astonishing “Lenai” album back in 2016) and hyper-focused Fran Zaragoza. They met each other developing the same passion for electronic sounds and local clubbing scene. They openly confess have partied hard together many times. Both Djs since young stages and producers for over a decade now had been playing together more than often as Easy Kid B2B Fran Zaragoza since 2011, so it felt kind of natural to merge under the same umbrella now. They know each other pretty well both on the dance floor and on the DJ booth. And in the recording studio, of course! Their first big day came in 2018 when the duo signed “Blowing Smoke” on Sasha’s Last Night on Earth imprint. Soon followed by music featured on Stil vor Talent, Mono.Noi Read More
Feature: Mononoid [Interview] With recent releases on Beatfreak, Stil Vor Talent, and their latest remixes on a lot of different high quality labels it is no wonder that these two dutch heroes are welcomed guests at every occasion. Their unique mixture of cinematographic and melodic techno forms highly enjoyable rides throughout every night. Behind Mononoid are Igor and Andy from Groningen, the Netherlands. They took the word ‘Mono’ (as in solo) and the word ‘nooit’ (Dutch for never), which basically can be translated into "never alone". Now with duo on the cusp of a new EP for Beat Boutique, we catch up with them in this exclusive interview. Enjoy. Hi Andy and Igor, thanks for joining us today, tell us where in the world you are and what your plans for the week are? We are both living in Groningen , The Netherlands up north of this tiny liberal country. At the moment we are working on a new EP and several remixes for different labels. That's what we are up to this week :) and maybe grab a beer to Read More
Feature: Brlee [Interview] DJ & Producer Brlee comes from the small Slovenian town of Velenje, a town in the heart of Europe that gave a home to a talent who's name is now well known in the world of music. Challenging oneself to concur music, makes this man's life force an impressive one. One that made Ibiza his second home, balancing out one's life with, the probably, best world-known destination of life celebration and dreams. Brlee's work has been recognized by some of the finest names of the music business, who without much consideration accepted to collaborate with Brlee's peerless skills. It is always said that 'it takes one to know one'. So there is no surprise that 12 new songs include collabs with big names, such as Magdalena, Marc DePulse, Several Definition, Marc Grabber, Purple Pill & Cajhen, who have all taken part and are a vital division of Brlee's impending 'Visions' LP. We had a chance to catch with Brlee just ahead of the release in this exclusive interview. Enjoy. Hi Brlee, thanks fo Read More
Feature: Namatjira [Interview] Having developed a passion for electronic music from an early age, Joost van der Vleuten aka Namatjira has now firmly etched his place in the history of progressive house. With well over a decade of production credits, the Dutch artist has earned the praise of world class DJs such as Sasha and John Digweed, while showcasing his music on renowned record labels, most notably Nick Warren's Hope Recordings, Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music, Anjunadeep and Armada. Joost's unique take on melodic house has also seen him remix some of electronic music's biggest stars in Armin Van Buuren and Guy J. Now furthering what has already been a storied career, Namatjira presents his second studio album 'Moons of Yesterday' via Paul Hazendonk's long standing Manual Music. We had a chance to catch up with Joost ahead of the release in this exclusive interview. Enjoy! Hi Joost, thanks for sitting with us today! Tell us where in the world you are today and what your plans for the week are. Currently Read More
Feature: Hermanez & Eran Aviner [Interview] EDGE begins their 2020 journey with a much-anticipated collaboration from Hermanez and Eran Aviner. Hailing from Belgium and making his label debut is Hermanez. Initially known for his timeless, tech-soul productions on Mobilee Records, Noir Music and Suara, the Genk resident has enjoyed a career renaissance in recent years, remodelling his sound with deeper, more musical and wonderfully organic leanings. It’s a shift that has landed him releases on the movement’s premiere imprints, most notably All Day I Dream, Lost & Found, Shanti Radio Moscow and TRYBESof. Also laying claim to an impressive discography is EDGE co-founder Eran Aviner. The Belgian artist has showcased his music on Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat Music and Guy Mantzur’s Plattenbank Records, while also being regarded as one of his country’s most astute DJs. Having worked together once previously on a chart topping remix for Sound Avenue, Hermanez and Eran now present their debut EP via EDGE entitled ‘Aria’. Read More
Feature: GIOKA [Interview] The inaugural release on Dreamlife finds label owners Kamilo Sanclemente and Giovanny Aparicio unveiling their new GIOKA alias. With an ethos centred around deep organic house, the Colombian artists start a new journey with the inception of Dreamlife. Backed by a freeform concept, the label looks to nurture new talent, while also playing host to select industry veterans. Now embarking on their debut release it seems only appropriate that Kamilo and Giovanny launch the imprint with a three track showcase from their new GIOKA project. We had a chance to catch up with the Colombian duo just prior to the release in this exclusive interview. Enjoy! Hi Guys, thanks for sitting with us today! Tell us where in the world you are today and what your plans for the week are. Hi!! We are both in Cali , Colombia! Our plans this week are to keep making music! Also to work from home on the details of our new label Dreamlife and it’s first release ¨NOA EP “ which is out on preorder in B Read More
Feature: Estroe [Interview] Estroe started DJing in 1998 and is regarded as one of the few international female DJs who made it to the top. She has travelled to the USA, the Caribbeans, Russia, Canada, Japan and across Europe. Her list of venues and festivals is impressive: Berghain (Berlin), Watergate, (Berlin), Fuse (Brussel), Tresor (Berlin), Sub Club (Glasgow), Cocoon Club (Frankfurt), Rex Club (Paris), Origami Entertainment Club (Tokyo), Warehouse 702 (Tokyo), Harry Klein (Munchen) and many more. Estroe was one of the residents at the Off the Record nights at Club Ma22o from 2002, where she worked closely with Steve Rachmad, Cellie and Carlijn. Many established DJs and producers were invited during her sets: Adam Beyer, Joel Mull and Anthony Rother, amongst others. Meanwhile, she was also involved in a new talent night called Set Off, and the experimental soiree Explicit Sounds which she organised together with Steffi, who is now resident DJ at Panorama Bar, Berlin Her career took off from there. Her style Read More
Feature: Brian Cid [Interview] Brian Cid is a Brooklyn-based DJ & producer with a level of musical talent that has taken the underground electronic music scene by storm. His original productions have found homes on a number of the most credible and tastemaking record labels, with a style that touches melodic techno, deep house, progressive house and more, with no boundaries whatsoever. This catalogue of innovative, genre-defying tracks has given Brian the opportunity to grace the decks at some of the best clubs, parties, & events across the globe. It’s also led to a DJ Mag ‘Best Breakthrough DJ’ nomination, and Billboard Dance to state that he has “undeniably proven himself an artist to watch”. Brian’s debut album 'Meteorite Man' has been released on the legendary label Balance Music, alongside his original productions that can be found on imprints such as Fabric, Supernature, Lost & Found, microCastle, Manjumasi, Cityfox & more. Support on his music has come across the board from both longstanding Read More
Feature: Xpansul [Interview] Santiago Ferrer, also known as Xpansul, started playing records in Madrid back in 1993. Since then, he has played at most of the hottest clubs and festivals in the World. He’s been resident dj, amongst other clubs, of two pillars of the Spanish electronic scene: Soma Experimental Club, pioneer of underground techno sound in Madrid, where he became a professional dj and built he’s style and personality as a dj, and Coppelia 101, referential club of the first wave of XXI century techno. Besides, he’s played at top clubs and festivals such as Fabric, Berghain, Tresor, Watergate, Rex, Fuse, La Real, Goa Roma, Moog, Club 4, Cocoliche, Goa Madrid, Bar Américas, Cassette, Sunjam… And a lot more gigs in cities all over Europe, from Portugal to Ukraine, and the Americas, from Santiago de Chile to Chicago. Equally impressive is Xpansul's discography, having released on Plus 8, Soma Records, Ovum, Synewave, Truesoul, H-Prod, Harthouse, Analytic Trail, Perc Trax, Trapez, Apnea, Sleaze Read More