An infatuation with house music followed: it was the one genre they felt they could handle their diverse tastes. And so with the help of producer and friend Benfay, they started to release high-caliber 4/4 infused with a huge range of influences. The tracks became essential tunes in the record bags of the globe’s best house DJs (their Coma Cat remix was voted the Essential Tune of 2010 by Pete Tong) and led to years of gigs at the world’s best clubs and festivals: Panorama Bar, Sonar, Igloofest, Creamfields…you know the score.

Original, musical, cheeky jackin’ house music made by producers who know how to DJ properly? All qualities championed by Made To Play Records, a label that subsequently released their debut album ‘Say What?!’ and a series of unmissable EPs.

In 2011, the duo won the Swiss Nightlife Award for the Best Electronica DJs category. A great accolade indeed, but it’s the thousands of worldwide fans getting down to their unique sound that’s proof of how Biru Bee and Marc are the act to book if you want your club night to be in safe hands.

Now as part of one of house music’s most exciting labels and their very own Club Bonsoir and with the total package when it comes to both DJ and production skills, the stage is set for Round Table Knights to take their rightful place at the head of the house scene.

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In 2010 he founded the label JEUDI Records, with like minded friends from Baalsaal, Hamburg and the following year saw him ghost-producing for other DJ´s and debut his own material.   “Ooh Gosh!”, his debut EP sat in the Top 5 of the dancecharts for weeks. Doctor Dru was also the producer behind “Juicy Fruit”,  the 2011 summer hit and success story of Exploited’s new sub label Blackjuke Box; and of the “Anymore” EP in collaboration with his buddies Adana Twins, which came out on BAALSAAL records. Recently he has teamed up with Adana Twins again for their breakthrough: the “Everyday” EP on  Exploited . With his current release “The Voice Of Dru”, a smashing deep disco edit, at # Nr 1 on the Beatport, Deep House Charts and with so much behind him already, we’re excited to see what the future holds for Doctor Dru

Monkey Safaris first album is now availble in all digital stores.

Check the  soundcloud page for a little preview:

Please also check out their brand new dj mix:

Enjoy…

A heartbeat away from the release of their debut album, Monkey Safari will be back in Berlin for the infamous Beatfreak party, April 24th at Magdalena Berlin.

Their Happy Beatfreak Mix has reach nearly 2000 Plays in only 3 days. Check it out here…

For booking requests please get in touch with kai@jackmode.de

Lovely Data Transmission interview with our girl J.Phlip to check out HERE

Check her out coming Friday, 13th April, as last minute confirmed special guest on our Piano Forte night. Get your name on her guestlist: info@jackmode.de

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“We are brothers and that’s why we know each other well”.
Hailing from Halle, the two Monkey Safari gents are real Nightlife addicts and indeed lovers of club culture. As owners of the legendary Charles Bronson club and purveyors of labels like What!What! Records (since 2008) & Mambo (since 2011), they truly are ambassadors of house and techno in their hometown.

Happy, silly and fun sounds are the result of their creativity. Their music is tropically flavoured, crossed with an electric spark, ideal for drunken nights out, falling off heels and losing half of your drink to the dance floor. As a DJ team they merrily merge different music genres and styles from all over the globe: sometimes soft and melodic, sometimes deep and conscious, at others down and dirty, but one thing is sure, the mood is always happy. Warning: The wave they’re riding is high grade and infectious, this is some serious monkey business!

Something like a “Swiss House Mafia” is forming up under the godfathership of the Round Table Knights. The latest insiders of this upcoming force are Mercury. Their recent «Candlelight EP« was acclaimed by critics and made it into the cases of Tom Trago, Soul Clap, Brodinski, Joyce Muñiz and many other key players of the contemporary dance music circuit.

The Round Table Knights now come up with a super-efficient and bass driven edit of the lead single «Candlelight» feat. Robert Owens. «We really love this track but the original version is too much ‘radio’ and we wanted to have an edit that suits the vibe of our sets,» says Marc from the Round Table Knights. Instead of keeping this gem under their hat, they offer it as a free download. Right here, right now.

The duo consisting of Take it Easy, the energizer and Freezo, the straight and fluffy guy was brought together by the power of good turkish food and the love for grooving house music.

Our next Piano Forte at Prince Charles is coming up on April 13th. Following the great night with Huxley in March, we have again a nice line up for you guys. Elef has just dropped us his new mix, released on Electronic Beats. Please find the tracklist below and listen to the mix HERE

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00:06:40 – Kris Wadsworth – One Man Army

00:11:28 – Milton Jackson – DSI

00:15:28 – Jacksonville – Twilight Industries

00:22:24 – Recloose – Feels Like Magic Feat B.Slade

00:27:12 – Ka§par – Ode to Ancients

00:33:20 – Behling – Last Chance

00:37:36 – Eats Everything & Lukas – 0200

00:43:12 – Joe Montana – Car Wash

00:49:36 – Phil Weeks – Gotta feelin’

00:53:19 – Detroit Swindle – Pain Tomorrow (Pattern Select Remix)

00:58:00 – Pattern Select – Tale of the Tape

00:61:56 – Elef – Dunno

01:08:58 – Robert Owens, Hugo Barritt – You Are (Tom Demac Remix)

01:13:09 – Till von Sein & Tigerskin – Treat You Right (Acid 97 Mix)

Justin initially pricked the ears of the electronic music community in 2003 with his first record ‘The Sad Piano’ on Ben Watt’s Buzzin’ Fly label. Everyone in the electronic music food chain got involved, from the A list DJs like Derrick Carter and Pete Tong that were playing the track, to the international music press that were raving about it. It even translated to the German underground, with Poker Flat licensing it for Steve Bug’s ‘Bugnology’ compilation. Like someone that goes bowling for the first time and gets five strikes and a turkey, Justin couldn’t really have hoped for a better entrance.

Feeding off the energy of the San Francisco underground and mentored by fellow super producer Claude VonStroke, Justin was intrinsically involved with the development of dirtybird records, appearing on its first four releases. Justin was soon ready to take flight, releasing a string of solo EPs which flaunted a very unique sound and garnered still more respect among fellow DJS and heavyweight’s of the scene.

In 2010, such respect prompted an invitation for Justin to DJ mix Pete Tong’s infamous “Essential Mix” series and also landed his felicitous placement on the front cover of DJ Magazine.  Justin continued to roll out two further killer EPs on dirtybird, which were collaborations with his protégée Ardalan. “Mr Spock” earned recognition from major digital news outlet NPR as “surrounding sounds with tactful little details: the hissing white noise; that chubby, wet bass kick. This is music that doesn’t need to be heard on the dance floor, though it does work awfully well there”. What followed was “Lezgo”, which knocked down the genre walls and pretty much remained a firm fixture in every DJ’s box throughout 2011.

As well as his formidable arsenal of original productions, Justin is now equally known for his collaborations with his brother Christian as The Martin Brothers, producing such hip-hop influenced hits as ‘Duckface’, ‘Stoopit’, ‘Dum’. Justin has also made his mark remixing such bona fide classics as Radiohead’s ‘Nude’, Marshall Jefferson’s ‘Mushrooms’, TG’s ‘Revox’ and remixes for labels such as Fools Gold and Greco Roman, firmly establishing himself as the man to make big tracks even bigger.

2011 found Justin in the perfect position to work on his boldest project to date, his debut artist album and he couldn’t be more enthusiastically happy with the results. “Ghettos & Gardens” long player will be released on dirtybird late spring 2012, with a string of stunning singles to support the release.

Demand for Justin’s skills behind the decks has skyrocketed with his bookings schedule constantly crammed to capacity. With dates everywhere from Panorama Bar (Berlin), Fabric (London), Space (Ibiza) and a full album tour for summer and fall 2o12, its no wonder Justin’s diary is reading like the dreams of a professional raver. Stateside he continues to be a regular fixture at the dirtybird events in San Francisco and beyond.

Music journalists typically describe Justin’s sound as ‘melodic and tough’ with his music encapsulating both melody and emotional depth yet always with enough undeniable ass shaking properties to translate to the floor.

“I’m always trying to find music for my DJ sets that rattles sound systems, but still has enough melody and interesting texture to expand your mind even if you’re sitting at home on a snowy or rainy day.”

He remains as enthusiastic as ever to be involved in the scene. When recently questioned by Resident Advisor on what he’d be doing if he wasn’t a DJ or dance music producer he just replied: “Wishing I was a DJ or music producer.”

By all accounts it’s hard to tell him to wipe that smile off his face.

He first began turning heads in 2009 through his releases ‘Whatcha Gonna Do’ and ‘You Got It’ both on Made To Play. An artist EP, also on Made To Play named ‘I Hope’, later followed this. He was fully welcomed into the family when asked to mix the Made To Play compilation, which received a welcome response from press and clubbers alike. Production credits have undeniably merged into aspects of touring, as he also embarked on a US tour alongside label head Jesse Rose and Riva Starr to promote the Scion release “A Night at Made to Play”. Another prominent addition to his rise has been his bi monthly residency at the famous Panorama Bar in Berlin, representing Made To Play for their label showcase. Demonstrating his skills not only lie in production but similarly in Live and DJ sets.

2011 has without doubt been a turning point for Oliver$, his remix of the top ten track from Aloe Blacc ‘I need a dollar’, gained respectable coverage amongst the online community, which was quickly followed by his number 1 Beatport track ‘Doing Ya Thang’, released on Play It Down; Made To Play’s sister label. ‘Doing Ya Thang’ remained at the top of the charts for an astounding 5 weeks, and has continued to sit in the top ten since; it also sold a staggering 12,707 units (up to August 2011). The track has been played by producers across the board and has catapulted Oliver$ into a new league. It is clear there are exciting times ahead for this prominent Berlin house producer, who is gaining recognition across the world as his unique style of House continues to grow in popularity.

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Zombie Disco Squad were raised from the dead in 2006. Starting out as DJs, their Zombie Disco Squad parties across east and west London quickly became the thing of legend. Meanwhile, residencies at the likes of Dalston-den Catch and Central-London playground The Social, a slew of internet based mix tapes and a track ‘Straight Boy’ given away for free clocking over 10,000 downloads meant that Zombie Disco Squad soon found themselves touring the world bringing their own version of haunted house to the masses.

Things have changed since those days with Lucas Hunter recently departing the Zombies and leaving Nat Self as the last Zombie standing. Whilst the line up may have altered the philosophy has not; Nat’s sound is inspired by everything from classic house, ghetto tech, disco and hip hop. It’s this off-kilter approach to dance music that continues to see Nat in demand as a DJ, playing at the seediest rave dens to the biggest brightest clubs, including a residency at Berlin’s Watergate for ‘Made For The Night’, tours of Japan, North America, Australia, all over Europe, as well as back in his homeland of England.

Past releases on labels like Jesse Rose’ Made To Play, Dirty Bird and Sound Pellegrino as well as remixes for big hitters such as Cashmere, Black Box and Groove Armada mean that Nat has proved his versatility and demonstrated his natural skill for reworking tracks. His forthcoming debut album ‘Brains’ on Made To Play (May 2012) is a case in point; an all-out assault on the senses that fully deserves it’s place in the spotlight as Made To Play’s only album release this year.

The saying goes, if you want something done properly you better do it yourself, Zombie Disco Squad with Nat Self at the helm are heading for big things. In fact, you’d have to be six feet under to not hear the racket he will be making.

The mysterious Claptone first burst onto the scene 5 months ago with an EP titled “She Loves You” featuring 4 tracks of soulful house perfection. Although not much is yet known other than he wears a long, pointed-nose facemask to hide his identity, he’s off to a great start with tracks as golden as these. Definitely an artist worth following. The next EP for Exploited is already finished and will be released in June. Check out his live-mix recorded in Berlin (at the Exploited Labelnight) for more of his style.

Tracks from Claptone have been supported by everyone from DJ Hell, to A-Trak, DJ Sneak, Soul Clap, Solomun, Azari&III, Hot Chip, Noir, Julio Bashmore, Tensnake, Eats Everything, Matthew Dear and Tim Sweeney. Reminiscent of the super patient, minimal, and downright seductive bootlegs that Soul Clap was pushing out a couple of years ago (see Extravaganza, Sex In the Kitchen, and Rock the Boat) the new release from the mysterious act Claptone entitled “Cream” utilizes the same tension and release tantra-esque production techniques with great success. Sampling one of the most recognizable piano intros from the 90′s hip hop cannon (Wu Tang’s “C.R.E.A.M.” if you haven’t already figured out), Claptone twist this nostalgic loop into a deep house dancefloor filler. Released on the steadily incredible Exploited Records imprint, this track has been popping up in sets from the aforementioned Soul Clap to house maestro, DJ Sneak. Now the video promo for the release is just downright weird…silent films, clowns, ballerinas…

Here’s a lil edit Jesse Rose did of Nat Zombie Disco Squad’s new single, released on beatport this Monday (19th march 2012). It’s taken from his forthcoming album ‘Brains’ coming out end of May.

Nat also provided a new mix for us

1.Midi Jungle – Midi Boy
2.Oh Oh Why Oh Why – Rhythm Masters
3. Perpetrating – Wildcatz
4. Call Pezner – Pezzner Tense Mix – Giom
5.Kuar – Henrik Schwarz Mix – Emmanuel Jar
6.She Loves Bukake – Hector Couto
7. Glaced – &Me
8. Favela Kids – Darius Syrossian
9. Beat Me Down – Celeda – Esmoth Mix
10. Strings For Life- Falko Richtberg
11. Milano Model- Rob Mello Mix – Ost &Kjex
12. Kenesai- Timo Mass
13. Sally Says Woah – Jesse Perez
14.Bambola -Uner Mix – Tuccillo
15. Take Me Away -Junior Mix – 2 In A Room -
16. Flash Mob- Los Suruba Mix – Andre Butano
17. What I Wanna Do – Ndkj
18. Mucky Pups – What Makes Me Happy
19. Just Bitter Love – The Dead Rose Music Company

Us
Jackmode & KLS Bookings need an intern! Our internship will provide the successful candidate with hands on experience in the weird and wonderful world of artist bookings, promotions and the music industry. The position is for 2 days a week, for a minimum of 3 months. The position is unpaid for the first three months, with the possibility of becoming a paid position for the right candidate.

You
You are based in Berlin, passionate and enthusiastic about the Jackmode and KLS Bookings rosters and the underground dance music in general. You are a native English speaker (other languages an advantage but not essential). You have experience of writing (press releases, blog, promo texts). Your skill set includes basic knowledge of the following HTML, Word Press, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, a variety of social networking sites. You have a sunny disposition and work well in a high pressured environment.

Your Responsibilities
You will report to a small team of agents and work with a wide range of promoters and artists. You will help promote our roster of artists and events through social networking platforms, mailouts and blog posting. You will research new venues, promoters and opportunities as well trends and audiences. Maintenance of the website and database are also key duties.

Please visit Jackmode and KLS Bookings.

If you’re interested please get in touch with info@jackmode.de with your CV and a brief outline of why you want to work with us.

For the second installment of Piano Forte we are very happy to welcome Huxley to the stage. Huxley had a fantastic 2011, seeing releases on Morris Audio, Tsuba, Leftroom and Rebirth (the list goes on…) and 2012 seems to be looking even brighter for the young UK based producer. starting with a release on Maya Jane Coles Hypercolour label. Huxley wears his influences of UK and US Garage on his sleeve and has refined a unique production style that is both timeless and of the moment, Piano Forte No2 is a great opportunity to see him work his magic behind the decks. Supporting Huxley will be Klasse Recordings boss Luca Lozano, Hamburg based Sidney Charles and Piano Forte resident Marceao. Expect a night of deep, raw and bumpy house and techno.

Re-post the Facebook Event on your facebook profil and send an email to info@jackmode.de with the link and your full name for free entrance!

2020POD065: Huxley

Huxley – Let it Go (Hypercolour)

Huxley live interview & dj set at EQTV night at Chamber 69 Glasgow

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Take one dance music taste maker; Jesse Rose, add one of house music’s biggest rising stars; Oliver $, give them an acapella album from the 80′s, let them remix, edit and come up with some brand spanking new club jackers for the dancefloor, the result; the ‘Sample Pleasures’ mixtape! Being released for free download on the internet mid March.

Get a little taste below and count the hours for the free download of the full mixtape HERE!!

Catch the guys on their massive Sample Pleasures World tour from March till May 2012. All dates below:

Sat 24/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Electric Pickle, Miami
Thu 29/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Beta Upstairs, Denver
Sat 31/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Monarch, San Francisco
Tue 03/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Focus, Newport Beach
Thu 05/04/2012Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Footwork, Toronto
Fri 06/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Poisson Rouge, New York City
Sat 07/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Smart Bar, Chicago
Fri 13/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Hive, Zurich
Sa 14/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Gibb Street Warehouse, Birmingham
Sun 15/04/2012 Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Propaganda, Moscow
Tue 17/04/2012 Jesse Rose – Sample Pleasures Tour @ Flex, Vienna
Thu 19/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures – available
Fri 20/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ tba, Paris
Sa 21/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Sankeys, Manchester
Thu 26/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures – Club Bonsoir, Bern
Fri 27/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Loft Club, Lausanne
Sat 28/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Ego, Hamburg
Mon 30/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Luna Club, Kiel
Fri 04/05/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Womb, Tokyo
Wed 09/05/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ SOS Anatara, Bali
Sat 12/05/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ tba, Jakarta

James Creed‘s ‘Soft Parade’ (Klasse Recordings) has been picked for the batport staff selection and found its way into the beatport Deep House Top 100 Releases, beeing #9 today.

Also listen to the latest Creed & Stone mix cooperation.

First track, Snarf is a work of melodic house with ‘tech’ influences, intricate beats and percussion evolve and interact with stuttered vocal tap providing energy and anticipation, whilst a live organ freestyles playfully, adding an organic feel to this detailed track.

The title track of the EP – The Soft Parade, slows the pace down a little but still manages to retain the energy and impact of the A-side. James works his hyper-edited grooves over reverse strings and soft stabs and slowly adds elements until the track blossoms into a breakdown. The following drop is pure sunshine, perfect for those summer dreams during these winter months.

Deetron – Really like Snarf! – Rating: 4/5
Tim Green – the soft parade is lush!! liking it! – Rating: 4/5
David Keno – great release. – Rating: 4/5
Daniel Steinberg – good stuff.!!! – Rating: 3/5
Viadrina – We enjoy this laidback sound. Thumbs up for James!
Kool Dek – the difference between tracks and songs! not my kinda sound for the dancefloor, but it will be played loud and supported as well.. klassy stuff!

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While their second E.P. can still be found in the boxes of DJ’s like Brodinski, Deetron, Round Table Knights, Phonique and Pedro Winter, their third EP sees the guys team up with house vocalist heavyweight Robert Owens.  Mercury & Robert Owens “Candlelight” is a deep and catchy track, a super futuristic slow slung, house jam with a surprisingly upbeat harmony that makes you want to jump out of your seat and on to the dancefloor. A remix EP alongside further tracks is to follow soon.

Mercury currently can’t miss.

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Please also check out the Mixmag exclusive remix for free download HERE

Their modest output so far is characterized by a penchant for twisting up classic grooves into floor fillers, and now they are proud to have their debut on Made To Play to do exactly that.

Take one dance music taste maker; Jesse Rose, add one of house music’s biggest rising stars; Oliver $, give them an acapella album from the 80′s, let them remix, edit and come up with some brand spanking new club jackers for the dancefloor, the result; the ‘Sample Pleasures’ mixtape! Being released for free download on the internet on march 1st.

The two will start touring the world in mid March, taking in the States, Canada, Europe and Asia, playing back to back, sometimes all-night long. Oliver $ has come up through the ranks after his first meeting with Jesse 7 years ago. The day they met Jesse declared that Ollie should be a resident on his brand new label at the time ‘made to play’.

The guys have collaborated many times together but this will be the first time the two have embarked on such a massive project that takes in over 8 tracks across 40 mins of mix. After the release of the mixtape, Play it Down will go on to release a number of tracks free on various online sites, whilst keeping the massive highlights for a double vinyl release at the end of march. Why? because as Olli puts it ‘we love making tracks & we love people to hear them’. Jesse say’s ‘I’ve been really into all the Hip-Hop Mixtapes coming out in America and felt it was time to give house fans the same love back’.

Dates
Sat 24/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Electric Pickle, Miami
Sat 24/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Electric Pickle, Miami
Thu 29/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Beta Upstairs, Denver
Sat 31/03/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Monarch, San Francisco
Tue 03/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Focus, Newport Beach
Thu 05/04/2012Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Footwork, Toronto
Fri 06/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Poisson Rouge, New York City
Sat 07/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Smart Bar, Chicago
Fri 13/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures @ Hive, Zurich
Tue 17/04/2012 Jesse Rose – Sample Pleasures Tour @ Flex, Vienna
Sa 21/04/2012 Jesse Rose – Sample Pleasures Tour – Razzmatazz, Barcelona
Fri 27/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures Tour – Loft Club, Lausanne
Sat 28/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures Tour @ Ego, Hamburg
Mon 30/04/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Sample Pleasures Tour – Luna Club, Kiel
Fri 04/05/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Tokyo tbc.
Sat 05/05/2012 Jesse Rose & Oliver $ – Busan tbc.
 

Watch out for the mixtape & PID release. For booking requests please contact daniel@jackmode.de

“In which the erstwhile member of San Francisco’s dirtybird crew steps outside of her confort zone and hits the jackpot (or should we say Jackmode?) in the process. Broken two-step garage washes and cut-up drums of the first segment don’t prepare you for the drop into sublime, Bukem-esque sub bass booms, and wickedly chopped beats of the second movement. When darkside stabs enter the party, we’re well and truely hooked. Managing to be wistful, heavy, raw and manna for the floor all at once, if there is any justice, J.Phlip should be drawing a whole lot more probs soon.” Dj Magazine (J.Phlip remix / Tracks of The Month January 2012)

Get yourself one of only hundred yellow pressings HERE

Digital still available HERE

Eats Everything – “The Phlipmeister delivers yet again with a super bass heavy roller! Absolutely love this, been caning it everywhere and it never fails. B I G!”

Soul Clap – “Flip that shit Phlip!! Great remix from Jess!!”

Ellen Allien – “This is a nice release. Different, but nice. Will test it out.

Maya Jane Coles – “JPhlip doing the business as PER usual! Great stuff girl!”

Anja Schneider – “J.Phlip does it here for me. Such a sweet mix!”

Till von Sein – “Woah…original is kinda cool! Dig the whole vibe and J to the Phlizzo? what else to expect…killin it again, cool ep!”

Kris Wadsworth – “Absolutely stunning remix work. I’ve listened to this more times than i can count. It belongs in a film score…or in a dream on its way to space. Seriously luxurious and lush sounds here. This gives me chills which is the best compliment i can give something. Whoa…”

Deetron – “Oh yes… this is a GREAT J.Philip remix! Support from me for sure!!”

Global is the worlds fastest growing electronic music show, with now over 12 million listeners around the world. Oliver $ had the honour to deliver a guestmix for Carl Cox Global 462.

Adana Twins producer Doctor Dru from Hamburg with his first mixtape 2012.

No° 1 – Mercury feat. Robert Owens – Candlelight (release early Feb 2012)

No° 2 – Joyce Muniz on 2020Vision in 2012

No° 3 - First Made For The Night at Watergate, 17th February 2012

No° 4 – Piano Forte at Prince Charles Berlin, 1oth February 2012

No° 5 – James Creed – debut release on Klasse Recordings

J.Phlips remix of Robosonic – The Sweetness in Claude VonStrokes Beatport charts January 2012.

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They both look like birds. Mel like a turkey. Simon like the cartoon bird on MTV who gets killed a million times by the angry cat. Together they play and produce neoclassic House music. For the rest of us it means: soulful, sometimes even gospel-ish, drum and percussion oriented, bass driven House with a slight vintage timbre. Cool stuff, you know.

Mercury’s talent was first discovered by the world-acclaimed Dutch illustrator and Le Le member Parra, who invited the Swiss producing duo to create a remix of his band’s second single »Breakfast«. The remix ultimately became a true dance floor hit during 2009.

In 2010, Mercury’s references to classic Chicago and Garage House became again clearly manifested with remixes for Tom Trago and Homework, the latter of which went high in the beatport House charts bringing attention to Mercury within the broader House scene.

With their remixes for others Mercury constantly proved a refreshingly frank approach to House music – a potential which caught the attention of the legendary Munich based label Gomma Records, so much so that they signed Mercury on a long term contract releasing their debut EP »God d’Azur« in December 2010.

Their sophomore EP »Sweetness« followed in September 2011 and is a run through dance music history from start to present. Mercury’s modern old-school vibe on »Sweetness« was aptly summed up by Pedro “Busy P” Winter who commented «I am sure Kerri Chandler and Louie Vega will love this as much as I do! It’s time to re-open Sound Factory».

Mercury’s third EP »Candlelight« feat. Robert Owens and Chris McCray (long-time collaborator of Kerri Chandler) is set to be released in March 2012 and aims to be a new chapter in Deep Vocal House.

Robosonic return in full effect with the stunning and beautiful ‘The Sweetness’, after a brief hiatus with regards to original releases the Berlin duo present this unique track to the masses via JACKMODE. The Sweetness plays on an inviting Piano line, dancing delicately over vocal hiccups and flirting with intricate percussion. The track evolves and drops into slightly moodier bass territory that goes half time and then back again, the soulful FX swirling and repeating over themselves. The strength of the track relies in all the elements working together in perfect harmony, calling and answering to each other….which is perfectly executed after the final drop. J. Phlip takes the remix duties head on with a great interpretation, the american DJ and Producer shows her flair for all things bass with a track drenched in low-end loveliness. A tough kick underpins a hypnotic loop that rolls out into a spacious breakdown. The final drop doesnt disappoint, big drums and dark percussion make this new version a surefire dancefloor work out.

Check out the release on soundcloud:

Robosonic Sweets and Nuts mix

On Friday 9th December Tunnel club, Milan  hosts “A night with Alexander Robotnick”. A very special event dedicated to his countless remixes and re-edits. For more info about the night click here

The Sweetness plays on an inviting Piano line, dancing delicately over vocal hiccups and flirting with intricate percussion. The track evolves and drops into slightly moodier bass territory that goes half time and then back again, the soulful FX swirling and repeating over themselves. The strength of the track relies in all the elements working together in perfect harmony, calling and answering to each other….which is perfectly executed after the final drop.

J Phlip takes the remix duties head on with a great interpretation, the american DJ and Producer shows her flair for all things bass with a track drenched in low-end loveliness. A tough kick underpins a hypnotic loop that rolls out into a spacious breakdown. The final drop doesnt disappoint, big drums and dark percussion make this new version a surefire dancefloor work out.

Buy on beatport HERE

ROUND TABLE KNIGHTS are playing at Razzmatazz, Barcelona coming Friday.We have 2 spots on the guestlist for you. Please write to info@jackmode.de with Roundies in the subject line.

The guys just released a beautifull free downloadable edit  Cant – Answer on their soundcloud, as well as a new dj mix.

Check it out here:

PID010 – A – Granulated Soul (CLIP)

PID010 – B – Granulated Soul (Respect to Detroit Mix) (CLIP)

Buy it exclusive on beatport!

some videos:

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Great mix by Oli D.A.B. & Robin, mixed live in Corsica Studios London.

Track List
1- Medlar “Terrell” (Bicep’s Brooklyn shuffle edit)
2- Casino Times “That’s the Truth”
3- Coat of Arms “Is this something”
4- Eats Everything “Entrance Song” (slg rmx)
5- Stimming/h.o.s.h “my shadow”
6- Adam Port “Weekend” (original mix)
7- Wbeeza “Laying Here”
8- Ben Westbeech “Something for the weekend” (foss/Robert james spirit rmx)
9- Salt City Orchestra “The Book” (hard back dub)
10- Waifs & Strays “Yeah Yeah”
11- J Phlip “Fever” (krl mix)
12- Andrew butler & Sean J Wright “Forevermore”
13- Trikski & Ernesto “Good Time to Pray” (Axel Bowman rmx)
14- Agaric “No way I know I feel” (Axel Bowman remix)
15 – Homework “Rally Racquet Club” (Alias Jonez / Oli $ rmx)
16 – Daniel Sanchez “New day”

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5TH NOVEMBER – FLY BERMUDA FESTIVAL, BERLIN

Our main girl J. Phlip (dirtybird / Pets) is playing at Fly Bermuda Festival 2011 coming Saturday. We’re happy to give away 2 x 1 spots on the guestlist.

To make it a little more difficult for you, we’d like you to tell us her playtime and which stage she’s playing at.

Please send an email to info@jackmode.de with Fly Bermuda in the subject line, the answer and your full name in the email.

Check out:

J. PHLIP – FLY BERMUDA PROMO MIX

J.Phlip Jackmode artist page
Fly Bermuda Facebook
Fly Bermuda Resident Advisor
Fly Bermuda Web

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5TH NOVEMBER – DIRTYBIRD AT FABRIC, LONDON

Once again, San Francisco based dirtybird label returns to Fabric, London this weekend. On board is Mr. Claude VonStroke himself, alongside Justin martin and new dirtybird member Eats Everything.

Again answer the following question to win list for the night. “What is the name of Justin Martin’s upcoming studio album”?

Please email with your answer and full name to  info@jackmode.de with ‘Fly Bermuda’ in the subject line.

Justin Martin – BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix

Tomorow, Saturday 29th, my man Teki is coming to London for Unknown to Unknown to play
a very rare special Hip Hop set. The night is free, so you should all go and check him out.

Download this excluisve UTTU Presents – Teki Latex – Rap and Stuff (live mix) – HELLOWEEN
and check out and interview with Teki at Big Chill web HERE.

If this little jewel wouldn’t be enough already, the guys from Unknown to the Unknown
authorized us to give away one of those shirts.

Write us a mail today to info@jackmode.de telling us the name of Tekis last release he had with
his partner Dj Orgamsmic.

Oliver $ has prepared an exclusive mixtape for our friends at Diesel:U:Music Japan.
Thanks Koji & Sho for having him over to Tokyo. Check out the mixtape below and visit the Diesel:U:Music page for download HERE!

Oliver $ next EP out on Play it Down coming soon. Get a taste here:

Oliver $ Granulated Soul (Clip) by oliverdollar

Pete Tong´s 15 Minutes Of Fame with Oliver $

Oliver $ Facebook
Oliver $ Resident Advisor
Oliver $ soundcloud
Oliver $ Jackmode artist page

28.10.2011 – THE WAREHOUSE PROJECT, MANCHESTER

We have two guestlist spots to give away for  the legendary Warehouse Project, Manchester
tonight!! Dance your ass off to the likes of Jesse Rose, Oliver $ and Homework, alongside some
of today’s biggest names in dance music.

This will be one of the last parties thrown at the Store Street venue, which is closing soon.
To get your spot on the list, email us with the date & line up of the closing party.

Email your answer along with your full name by 17.3oh (UK time) today to info@jackmode.de
Don’t forget to add “The Warehouse Project” to the subject line. Good Luck!

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J.PHLIP has been invited to play the beatport stage at FLY BERMUDA FESTIVAL on Saturday 5th November . Berlin’s finest electronic music festival returns every year to close Berlin Music Days with a massive line up. Earlier this year the festival had an official FLY BerMuDa Festival Warm Up at Rummelsburger Bucht.

Here’s what you can expect:

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Get involved:

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RESIDENT ADVISOR

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OFFICAL FLY BERMUDA FESTIVAL PAGE

Drawing influences from the realms of Classic House to Crunk via disco and Street music from Brazil, Zombie Disco Squad are never afraid to take the musical bull by the horns and headbutt it.
Sometimes this headbutting session ends in a great dance record, as is the case with Piano Man. Perhaps one of the most obvious hits the Zombies have ever delivered, this little dance floor beauty delivers some classic piano lines, a soulful vocal and their trademark percussive groove, summoned from their years spent living as savages in the Amazon rainforest. Zombie Disco Squad have remixed for the likes of Uffie, Black Box, Groove Armada and Cashmere and can count Claude VonStroke, Justin Martin, and Annie Mac among their fanbase.

BUY ON BEATPORT HERE

DJ FEEDBACK

Diplo: Love Made To Play and ZDS always bring it.

Riva Starr: Stomper indeed!

David Squillace: Made To Play… always good stuff!

Chris (Round Table Knights): Love it! Piano Man was the biggest track last week at Club Bonsir!

M.in: Nice tune

Andy (Yolanda Be Cool): Sweet. This is unreal. Love ZDS forever.

Homework: Summer in winter time. Oh snap!

Magik Johnson: Heavy! So good…. Summer down under this will be huge.

Samim: Nice! I like.

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October chart from Pol_On!

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Grab The Martin Brothers remix of Mickey Moonlights Close to Everything for free from the Ed Banger soundcloud.. The full EP is out now!

“original version makes me cry – playgroup remix killed me – martin brothers remix is the most classy remix they did – yes i can say it, it’s one of my fave release ever on Ed Rec…”

- BUSY P -

Check out the upcoming Baalsaal release of Adana Twins below:

Baalsaal Records 007 – Releasedate: October 25th

Doctor Dru & Adana Twins – Anymore EP
incl. MANIK & Spieltrieb Remix

01. Anymore (Original Mix)
02. Anymore (MANIK Remix)
03. You’re Mine (Original Mix)
04. You’re Mine (Spieltrieb Dub Remix)
05. You’re Mine (Spieltrieb Remix) – Digital only

Also enjoy a brand new dj mix:

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Mr. Robotnick also provided us this great socially critical short film, he shot earlier this year while touring the states.

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We waited long for this but it was worth every single second. Check out this new Alexander Robotnick video:

1. Dean Sunshine Smith – You’ll Never Know_2011
2. Dolle Jolle – Balearic Incarnation (original_mix)
3. Alexander Robotnick – love supreme (groove version)
4. Struboskop – Just Chill (feat_Joe_Dugz_original_mix)
5. Dutch Rhythm Combo – Alerta_(feat Isa GT, Ajello vocal remix)
6. Marius – Glow Of Filter Dub (original version)
7. Jacob Korn Cuthead Aka Kornhead – ooohja
8. Scenic – Another Sky (The Magician remix)
9. Junkie Wife – Aint Coming Down (Jozif remix)
10. Linosaur – Got It
11. Brioski_-_Radio_Anatomy_(Emperor_Machine_Stretched_version)
12. Aymeric_G_-_Set_You_Free
13. Alex_Metric_Steve_Angello_feat_Ian_Brown_-_Open_Your_Eyes_(vocal_mix)
14. Punx_Soundcheck_-_Nobody_Moves_(Arveene___Misk_remix)
15. Angela_Fisken_-_Esquiva!_(original_mix)
16. Dima_Greshnikov___DJ_Sall_-_Lenalena_(original_mix)

Monkey Safari produced the biggest release so fare in the young release history of Jackmode.Teh Big Mama EP is now also available on Vinyl since October 11th and already amongst the 5 best selling records of the last 48 hours on www.decks.de.

Get yourself a vinyl copy HERE!

Check out the release again here:

New dj mix of the guys:

Round Tabel Knights remix of the dance classic MK – Burning out on Defected this week (12th Oct), taking the beatport house charts in strom (#19 today).

The guys also delivered a live recorded mix from Paleo Festival 2011.

Funny promo videpo for LEZGO – Justin Martin & Ardalan (dirtybird records)

Directed by Luc Gut.

Zombie Disco Squad are re-releasing their 2010 banger ZDS FEAT SPOEK – WE SHOULD BANG on JACKMODE today. The package is coming with a new original mix, as well as two stunning remixes by AKA AKA and MONKEY SAFARI.

Visit the almighty DISCOBELLE BLOG for a Discobelle exclusive ZOMBIE DISCO SQUAD dj mix and a free download of the dub version of the track HERE

Check the snippets here:

DJ FEEDBACK:

Alland Byallo – I’ll be playing that Dub mix.
Axel Bartsch – We Should Bang (AKA AKA feat. Thalstroem remix) BANGING!
Chris Wood – dub for me !
Daniel Steinberg – der dub ist mega
David Keno – LOVE the monkey safari remix.
Dirty Doering – ang my organ & monkey safari hells bells are my favorite mixes!!!!
Dj Sneak – will try them out, my organ mix can grow.
Eats Everything – Really love the Bang My Organ and Dub mixes. Will DEFO play. Great stuff xx
Emerson Todd – great record… so much fun for the win
F.E.X. – original + dub for me are fine, will play and support
Homework – Liking the original, thanks for this!
Hugo – nice ep… AKA AKA feat. Thalstroem remix for me… tnx!
Karotte – dub is the one for me.
Lexy – original and the Monkey Safari remix for me.
Matt Star – All mixes are very cool – cant find a fave,yet
Martin Eyerer – Strong vocals and strong beats from Aka Aka makes this going.
Martin Landsky – the dub for me here.
Mutlu (Bar 25) – Great record, like all mixes. Bang My Organ Mix is my fav.
Nikola Baytala – nice lil louis feel DUB
Oliver Klein – AKA AKA did it for me!
Paulo Olarte – nice one…
P.Toile – bang bang bang!
Round Table Knights – Aka Aka and Monkey Safari remixes are great!
Ruede Hagelstein – yeahhh bangin !!! monkey safari super GREAT!!!!

To promote Round Tabel Knights upcoming North and South America tour the guys have given us access to a live recording from this years Paleo Festival. If you wanna see the guys opn their tour or wanna get involved with a show see the tourdates below or get in touch with daniel@jackmode.de to book the guys either for October 28th or November 4th in South America.

New Round Tabel Knights mix, live recorded at Paléo Festival 2011.

Sometime around her 19th birthday she got her first DJ rig – two belt drive turntables and a mixer lacking EQ knobs for $100 bucks! From then on, her poor roomates were forced to listen to a constant dance party in-between her Systems Engineering studies. There aren’t a lot of 4.0 braniac engineering majors who decide to become DJs instead of cashing in on their degrees but Jessica truly loves the music and has dedicated her life to it.

Her proximity to Chicago’s famous house scene tremendously affected her sound, but the distance afforded her the freedom to incorporate a variety of other influences into her repertoire. Her sets posses a fun, “lets-not-forget-this-is-dance-music,” feeling and simultaneously keep you guessing about what might come next. Her collection spans house, tech house, deep house, techno, booty bass and pretty much anything that make you shake your ass.

Jessica’s skills on the decks and in the studio have secured her highly desirable spot as an official member of the Dirtybird crew, after signing her first record to them in 2008. She is currently Claude VonStroke’s favorite support DJ and has already played at amazing high profile gigs like Fabric, Space Ibiza, Back to Basics, and Watergate. She was also chosen for URB Magazine’s Next 100 of 2009 and is currently residing in Berlin (but is often back and forth between there and her previous home of San Francisco). Look out for her upcoming productions on dirtybird, Pets, and Krush Groove. She WILL be making asses shake on the dancefloor and she’s just as excited about it as the day she got her belt drives!

Made for the Night (Official Teaser)

I expect this to be nothing less then a manual for “how to built an empire”. Check out this little teaser for the upcoming ‘Made For The Night’ documentary.

The brainchild of Jesse Rose, ‘Made For The Night’ started life as compilation series that would provide a way for the listener to fully understand an artist. Not another remix compilation, ‘Best Of’ or overpriced single CD DJ mix, but an insight for the listener to understand both sides of an artist, both what they play in the club and what they produce outside of the club. The series will not just look at legends or headliners but also the up and coming. Along with the compilation, comes a short documentary following the artist, the first in the series directed by Jules Audry.

Made For The Night is Jesse’s first compilation since the highly acclaimed Body Language mix on Get Physical in 2007.

Directed by Jules Audry a.k.a Tyler & Jack

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Berlin residents AKA AKA step up to the plate and turn in a much darker version, mutating the vocals and twisting Spoek’s original rhythms. Hard hitting drums pound away alongside the synth melody, rising to a huge finish that slips back into the original groove…riding the beat to the outro. Monkey Safari strap on the bongos for their tropically tinged interpretation, playful melodies and a light percussion skip away under the vocals. The German duo subtly stretch and twist the main synth melody as it falls back to make way for Spoeks outro, only to bring it back again with cool effect.

DJ FEEDBACK:
Alland Byallo – I’ll be playing that Dub mix.
Axel Bartsch – We Should Bang (AKA AKA feat. Thalstroem remix) BANGING!
Chris Wood – dub for me !
Daniel Steinberg – der dub ist mega
David Keno – LOVE the monkey safari remix.
Dirty Doering – ang my organ & monkey safari hells bells are my favorite mixes!!!!
Dj Sneak – will try them out, my organ mix can grow.
Eats Everything – Really love the Bang My Organ and Dub mixes. Will DEFO play. Great stuff xx
Emerson Todd – great record… so much fun for the win
F.E.X. – original + dub for me are fine, will play and support
Homework – Liking the original, thanks for this!
Hugo – nice ep… AKA AKA feat. Thalstroem remix for me… tnx!
Karotte – dub is the one for me.
Lexy – original and the Monkey Safari remix for me.
Matt Star – All mixes are very cool – cant find a fave,yet
Martin Eyerer – Strong vocals and strong beats from Aka Aka makes this going.
Martin Landsky – the dub for me here.
Mutlu (Bar 25) – Great record, like all mixes. Bang My Organ Mix is my fav.
Nikola Baytala – nice lil louis feel DUB
Oliver Klein – AKA AKA did it for me!
Paulo Olarte – nice one…
P.Toile – bang bang bang!
Round Table Knights – Aka Aka and Monkey Safari remixes are great!
Ruede Hagelstein – yeahhh bangin !!! monkey safari super GREAT!!!!

Joyce Muniz has a knack for making percussive music that resonates in the weird crevasses of the human mind, and her latest offering is no exception. Imagine a smoke and lazer-filled drum circle where everyone’s chugging cough syrup and you’re beginning to get the idea.

Joyce Muniz is featured as a singer on the current Munk Album “The Beat and the Bird” out on Gomma, remixed the classic house anthem “Lovely Daee” by Blaze out on Defected and just scored No.4 in the Deephouse Beatport-Charts with her “Malicia”-Single.
“Pulp Fiction” is her 3rd release on the Berlin label Exploited. While “Bedstories” was heavy pumping big-boned party house with some serious momentum reminiscent of Mr.G, Cosmin TRGs rework went somewhere far more abstract and intriguing with an Actress-alike Detroit/South London swingjackers’s mix, while Mr. Ho gave it the filtered disco-house treatment for fans of Toby Tobias or Wbeeza.

“Pulp Fiction” still is party house – but maybe even a little bit more poppy, melodic and relaxed in some moments.
For Example: Louie Austen meets Joyce Muniz: a definite must hear. The perfect mix between Sinatra, Barry White and Leonard Cohen on Joyce’s melodic house steroids. In “New in Town” Joyce teams up with Sketch who was already featured on her Top4 Deephouse-Beatport-single “Malicia”. “Pray for Peace” is pure tropical future afro house while “Back Down” is jacking house in the sense of Sneak but with those melancholic Julio Bashmore moments and the leadsingle “Pulp Fiction” again is pure party. With “Pulp Fiction” Joyce shows the variety of her production and music taste. “Welcome to my Future House!” – as Joyce likes to say.

In addition to her DJing and production work, Joyce earned an Amadeus (Austrian equivalent to a Grammy) for her vocal work with Austrian rapper Skero on the hit single “Kabininparty”, which won the “Best Song of the Year” award, as well as 2 other nominations.

With a full schedule of international gigs, Joyce’s funky percussion based DJ sets provide a unique and diverse sound taking the listener on a musical journey through Afro beats, Tropical Tech and House, and guarantee serious sweating on the dance floor.

With “Son” we receive a beautiful epic; a goose-bump inducing vocal with a groove to match. “Balkonia” is a gypsy band’s orchestral warm-up teamed with a body-jacking bassline. Finally “Mehndi” brings together traditional vocals with torrents of percussion and a big pounding pay off on the drop. The digital release also includes a club-centric remix of “Son” from Remerc.

DJ FEEDBACK:

AKA AKA – funny stuff! Will check out…
Catz n Dogz – new Monkey Safari is great, playing it a lot !
Daniel Steinberg – good work
Format:B – MEHNDI IS MY CHOICE!
M.in – balkonia is nice! also support for remerc remix
Matt Star – remerc rmx is nice
Noir – Son original sounds nice – will check it LOUD!
Paulo Olarte – cool release!
Shlomi Aber – REMEREC MIX IS NICE
SIS – son original is cool, thanks!
Someone Else – i love “son”

In 2001 Worthy moved to San Francisco. He set up his studio and began producing house and techno music and DJing around the city. He later conspired with Christian Martin, Justin Martin and Claude VonStroke to co-create a fresh take on outdoor parties, rightly named Dirtybird. The Dirtybird parties have quickly become an institution for San Francisco die-hards and a destination for international travelers.

2006 brought the launch of Worthy’s label, Anabatic Records. Originally intended as an outlet for the release of his own music, Anabatic quickly branched out to take on new artists. Anabatic has been providing a steady stream of high quality tech house and has been gaining the praises of top DJs and Producers around the globe for its edgy new sound.

In 2007 Worthy broke out as a producer with his release of Irst_Te? on Dirtybird, Crack EL EP on Leftroom, and Bass Quake and Mummer EP on Anabatic. As well as doing remixes for Curfew, OM, Utensil, and Tentigo records, Worthys music production has been showing up on DJ charts across the world and has been played by everyone from Carl Cox to Sven Vath to Ben Watt.

With no signs of slowing down in 2008, Worthy has already released the underground hit Work The Walls on his label and its accompanying music video has given fans a glimpse into the la la land of his mind. With plenty more remixes and originals on their way and the continued growth of Anabatic Records, Worthy is set to continue getting everyone working the walls around the world.

Homework have spent years hunting for only the freshest and most innovative sounds. Much of their evolution as artists can be seen in their ever-changing production work. After long and hard work on a varied oeuvre of different material, the boys got catapulted into the International house scene through the release of their widely supported ‘Fissa Tune EP’ on Shir Khan’s label Exploited, and the accompanying hype surrounding the title track ‘Fissa Tune’, which, through consistent appraisal from the likes of Brodinski and Jesse Rose, found its way to many a chart and DJ set.

Homework pricked up the ears of ‘Made To Play’ boss Jesse Rose with their Trumpet Express demo whilst he was visiting Amsterdam earlier in the year; a hypnotic trumpet line combined with the duoʼs sampling style and underpinned by beautifully simple, yet pounding house beats.

Now with an ever-expanding catalogue of productions (the critically acclaimed ‘Hudson Square EP’ came out in 2011 on Exploited), touching on different sentiments and styles, and a snowballing effect on their side, the two are reaching for ever greater highs and traveling from Berlin’s Panoramabar to Paris’ Social Club and everything in between. Things are looking bright as a summer morning for the two youngsters and it seems their star can only rise to even greater heights. One thing is certain: wherever dance music goes, Homework will have found their way there, one step ahead of the hype.

This year has seen them taking things even further; working with artists such as Daniel Steinberg, DJ Emerson, David Labeij and Super Flu, the duo have gathered support across the spectrum of European dance music; smashing dancefloors with original tracks as well as their remixes of Andhim, Philipp Straub, Nat Self and many more.

With plenty more in store for the end of the year, keep your eyes on Hanne & Lore.

A prestigious residency at Café Mambo in Ibiza from 98-99 added his name to the illustrious yet small list of jocks to hold down the fort at the legendary San Antonio sunset bar – including the likes of Lawler and Gooding. Add into the mix residencies at Ibiza super-club Amnesia, Birmingham techno mecca House of God and U60311 in Frankfurt, you begin to get an idea of the appeal many hold for Osbourne. As a DJ, his appearances alone read like a ‘who’s who’ of the best venues around the world – Club der Visionaere (GER), D-Edge (BR), Pacha (IBZ), Creamfields (UK), Global Gathering (UK) Love Parade (GER) and throw in a Radio 1 Essential Mix Tour (UK), the list goes on and on.

It’s pretty hard not to indulge in lists when it comes to Louis Osbourne, there simply isn’t enough space to write up each achievement. Take the list of familiar and legendary names he’s lined up alongside; Loco Dice, Josh Wink, DJ Sneak, Derrick Carter, Dave Clarke, Damian Lazarus, Erick Morilo and the Basement Jaxx. That’s without mentioning the likes of Tiga, Erol Alkan, 2ManyDJs, Mylo, Simian Mobile Disco, Ivan Smagghe and Derrick May. Believe or not, that isn’t the full list, which is testament to Osbourne’s ability behind the turntables and the demand he continues to find himself in, even after eighteen years hard graft.

As if that wasn’t enough to fill his ever-expanding diary, in 2008 Osbourne started his own imprint called Mija Recordings. Attracting a mixture of well-established artists and fresh new talent, the label has fast become an underground powerhouse. Stacey Pullen, Jamie Anderson, Alan Fitzpatrick and Fish Go Deep have all put out records on Mija with many more also opting to work with Osbourne at Mija.

Production-wise, he’s no slouch either. Working closely with co-hort Jamie Anderson, as “Osbourne & Anderson”, Louis has released on the highly respected Front Room. Their remix of Jon Gurd’s ‘Stamp’, out on Mija Recordings, made big waves in the electronic music world in 2010, and in early 2011 the Osbourne & Anderson remix of Tube & Berger ‘Fog Head’ held fort in the Beatport charts for what seemed like forever, making it the biggest selling record on Neurotraxx Deluxe this year. The fall of 2011 is set to be equally memorable, if not more so, as more collaborations with Anderson see the light of day and further releases  signed to Made To Play, run by Tech-House don Jesse Rose, and Osbourne’s own Mija.

Capping it all off is a monthly radio show on Proton Radio; called ‘Mija presents…’, where Osbourne takes you on a two-hour journey through electronic music. Hour one allows Louis to exhibit his renowned mixing ability whilst the second sixty minutes is an opportunity for the cultured label boss to showcase artists on the Mija imprint, as well as familiar faces supporting his finely tuned brand of House and Techno.

What is certain about Louis Osbourne is that the Law Graduate has not only carved out a wealth of global experience behind the decks as well as in front of the mixing desk, but his biography well and truly speaks for itself. Osbourne isn’t a man who needs to talk up his achievements; he doesn’t need too, there’s a list of facts to prove it… suppose he’s a bit like his infamous Father, Ozzy, in that respect.

The pair began playing parties together in 2007 and quickly discovered a shared musical vision. Over time, the developed their sound, eventually leading to interest from Channels Records. They released their first single “Ranom” in April 2009, then came the EP for Outils Du Connaisseur, as well as releases for Get Physical Music and Mothership Records, with their friends Catz n’ Dogz.

The boys have recently released their first EP on Freerange Records; have new material on the PETS label with remixes of Martin Dawson and Adreas Saag; and their Omorp EP on Connaisseur, which has been well received by top DJ’s. 2010 sees them busy on the road, in the studio, and a full influx of remixes on Compost Records, Systematic, Plastic City, Upon You, Raw Cutz and many others are keeping Pol_on on their toes and entertaining thoughts of their potential first album…

There are few electronic music lovers that haven’t already heard Jamie Anderson’s work. He has proved himself as a long-term force to be reckoned within the dance music scene, not only through his own broad spectrum of production talents across the colours of House music but also from his exceptionally high quality DJ and live performances around the globe.

Jamie first made his name internationally in the early 90′s and quickly became a recognised pioneer of the UK Tech-House scene. Coming from a strong musical background growing up around musicians in West London and training in improvisation and keyboards with Bristol based Jazz aficionado Dave Buxton, Jamie set up Artform Studios where he engineers and produces the majority of his work and collaborations.

“Jamie perfectly combines the grooving subtleties of house with the twisted funk of techno.” DJ Magazine

Now with a countless number of releases Jamie has delivered classic recordings such as; Jamie Anderson & Jesse Rose ‘Body Jackin feat Steve Silk Hurley’ (International Deejay Gigolos), Jamie Anderson ‘Black Sun’ (NRK) and Jamie Anderson ‘Time Is Now’ (NRK). While producing numerous Tech-House gems including; Deepgroove & Jamie Anderson’s ‘Turbo/Juggernaut’ (Cocoon) and Clock (Rekids), Jamie Anderson feat K-Alexi ‘Cyclone’ (Mija Recordings) and Jamie Anderson ‘Can’t Stop’ (Artform) to name just a few.

His groundbreaking debut album was released in 2001; Jamie Anderson ‘Blue Music’ (NRK), and recent collaboration album with Deepgroove ‘13Machines’ (Harthouse).

“…elevating the sound of what Detroit was all about. He’s taken it to another level…” Derrick May

Additionally Jamie can be found producing under various pseudonyms with other artists lining up to work and be part of his productions and collaborations.  He has joined forces to work on studio projects with artists such as Jesse Rose, Owain K, Jerome, Louis Osbourne, Deepgroove and Switch. Jamie is also produces under several guises signed exclusively to Jesse Rose’s Made to Play label. Remixes for Nick Holder, Riva Starr, Armand Van Helden, X-Press 2, Michel De Hey, The Hacker, Paolo Mojo, Francois Dubois, Onionz and Audio Bullys have expanded his appeal as an in-demand producer.

“Jamie Anderson has carved out a reputation as a producer able to mould techno and house grooves into a sound very much of his own.” DJ Magazine (2001)

As a DJ and Live act, his legendary performances at Berlin’s Panorama Bar, Dance Valley Festival in Amsterdam, Zouk in Singapore, Love Parade San Francisco, Cocoon and System in Leeds along with tours of Asia, USA, Europe and South America have all contributed towards establishing his strong fan-base. Having never allowed himself to be pigeon-holed or categorised, instead he looks forward to create new sounds rather than follow trends. For this reason alone is why Jamie is one of the world’s most exciting and innovative artists.

“…one of the UK’s best at surfing the techno / house hinterland in style.” DMC Update

The last few years have seen Jamie Anderson release on some of the world’s most influential labels; Steve Bug’s Dessous, Sven Vath’s Cocoon, Jesse Rose’s Front Room, Alter Ego’s Klang Elektronik, Radio Slave’s Rekids and Louis Osbourne’s Mija Recordings. Last year he re-launched his Artform label and now co-runs Amsterdam’s legendary Outland Records with new artist signings and exciting release schedules. A new artist album is in progress and more outstanding music is set for release in the coming months – Jamie is very much the artist to look out for in 2011.

Jamie Anderson is a world-class producer, having started the highly influential “Artform” label in the early 90’s and being credited as being one of the founding figures of Tech-House. Derrick May said Jamie has “elevated the sound of what Detroit was all about. He’s taken it to another level…” Jamie’s production repertoire spans a remarkable selection of imprints that reads like a who’s who of underground dance labels such as Cocoon, Rekids, Front Room, Dessous, 100% Pure, Harthouse, NRK, International DJ Gigolos and Rotation. Jamie also works under various pseudonyms including Idiotproof and Payme, further showing his range and dexterity. Remixes for Riva Starr, Armand Van Helden, X-Press 2, Dave Angel, The Hacker, Francois Dubois and Audio Bullys have expanded his appeal as an in-demand producer.  So Jamie is the brains of this dynamic duo, now what about the brawn?

Louis Osbourne’s career has spanned almost two decades on the underground music scene. His ability to attract success as a DJ, label owner, producer and broadcaster has well and truly sealed his name an industry stalwart, but don’t let us simply persuade you with clichés – just listen to the facts. He’s held residencies at House of God (Birmingham), Café Mambo (Ibiza), Amnesia (Ibiza), and U60311 (Frankfurt). In 2008 he started his own imprint Mija Recordings, attracting a mixture of well-established artists and fresh new talent, the label has fast become an underground powerhouse. Capping it all off is a monthly radio show on Proton Radio; called ‘Mija presents…’, where Osbourne takes you on a two-hour journey through electronic music. Osbourne isn’t a man who needs to talk up his achievements; he doesn’t need to either… suppose he’s a bit like his infamous Father, Ozzy, in that respect.

Osbourne & Anderson met when Louis signed some of Jamie’s tracks for Mija in 2009. The guys then arranged a studio session and their first releases was quickly crafted and signed up by Jesse Rose for Front Room. Their “Rare Grooves EP” was released in spring 2010 and so ‘O & A’ had set off on their journey. Striking an immediate rapport in the studio remixes quickly followed for Jon Gurd on Mija and Tube & Berger’s “Fog Head” on Neurotraxx Deluxe, with the latter staying in Beatport’s Tech House top 10 for a month at the start of 2011. Their latest track “NoHo” has been quickly snapped up for one of 2011’s biggest break through labels Play It Down, and will drop in the fall of 2011 with remixes from Jesse Rose & Axel Boman. They also have a remix of John Lagora & Ben Anders – Nope on Louis’ Mija Recordings that is doing some damage on the dancefloors at the moment and sailing up the charts. With more original productions and remixes in the can, you’ll be hearing more from Osbourne & Anderson on a system near you.

With a sound that incorporates Chicago, Techy and Deep House Osbourne & Anderson deliver the kind of slamming DJ sets that you’d expect from two Jackers with such history and credentials. On 4 decks, with a crate of exclusive O & A edits and mixes, their own productions and years of experience, quite simply… Osbourne & Anderson work it!

Just 1 year later, inspired by the massive desert sound systems of old, Christian founded the dirtybird soundsystem. Along with co-founders Justin Martin, Worthy, and Claude VonStroke, dirtybird’s Sunday afternoon BBQ’s have quickly become a Golden Gate Park institution. Sunshine, dogs, kids, frisbees, yummy food – and always an exorbitant amount of dancing. This mentality transcends into the production work by Christian Martin, as well as his work with his bro’ in their duo, Martin Brothers. Releases on labels like Sound Pellegrino, Trapez, Anabatic and of course an army of great tracks compiled for the dirtybird imprint, which he calls home.

As Christian travels the globe, and focuses on his productions, his sound grows with him…And he continues to shape the future of Dirtybird’s unique sound.

Besides their productions, ROBOSONIC are notorious for their DJ performances. The boys have proven their skills at a wide variety of events, including festivals, illegal raves, penthouse parties, clubs and on the radio.

Since May 2008 they have collaborated with their friends BERLIN MITTE INSTITUT Web TV show, to host BERLIN KREUZBERG INSTITUT [BKI] show (initially aired monthly on Proton, USA) and is now a popular podcast platform for DJ mixes and live sets for talent in electronic dance music, like Phonique, Anja Schneider, Riva Starr, Style of Eye, Stephan Bodzin, Dominik Eulberg, Rodriguez Jr., Zombie Disco Squad, Mike Monday, Dapayk, Cats’N’Dogs, the Martin Brothers and the Keinemusik crew to name a few…

Expect creative chaos on a next level, open source inspiration, wild parties, visual workout with love and detail, sweat on the walls, precious production, bass music with a 4/4 heartbeat, hi-tech soul!

The decades that followed have seen him delve into different avenues; from ambient music for fashion designers such as Pitti Immagine, Prato Expo, Capucci & Missoni, to laying the film soundtracks for some of Italy’s finest directors – Alessandro Benvenuti, Antonio Climati, Marco Mattolini and Marco Risi.

Now owner of Hot Elephant Music, he continues to cultivate a name for himself DJing the globe while still finding time for collaborations with some of Dance music’s contemporary masters…such as the Hacker and Max Durante. With sounds that encompass the musical journey he has clearly travelled over the years – disco, electro, house, techno…bringing together elements of experience new & old, the blend is fresh. Hard to replicate, and not to be outdone…Mr. Robotnick is a name synonymous with the phrase, rare.

Jesse Rose: mr. monkey is in every set. think this could be massive!
Gregor Salto: thats a bomb! :) like it a lot, will play it in my national radioshow this saturday
Round Tabel Knights – mr. monkey and dr. congo for me! great ep
Riva Starr: Supporting
Martin Dawson: Original of Madam Bazooka is some rave goodnesss :)
M.in: hanne & lore remix for me :) but all other original tracks are also cool! Big support for nat :) go zombie go :) hehe
Kiki: hanne & lore remix sounds special!
Yolanda Be Cool: “Jackmode music, Nat self, Zombie Disco Squad… do i even need to listen to the promo….. we already know we like it :).. full support :)
Moonbootica: der Hanne & Lore Remix ist sehr geil
Someone Else: dr conga is nice
Pleasurekraft: Madam Bazooka (Orig Mix) is great! Thanks!
Worthy – Mr Monkey and Dr Congo are totally having a fight for best tune on this package for me, full support yo1!!!
Christian Martin – “Mr. Monkey is a killa! Nat really brought the heat for this one, it sounds gigantic in the club!!”
Chris James – Love This EP, Great Work From Nat. Love The Quirkiness Of Mr. Monkey & Madam Bazooka Is A House Bomb. Really Diggin The Remixes Too. Jackmode Music Has Take Off :)

Released by: Jackmode Music
Release/catalogue number: JACK001
Release date: May 31, 2011

Oh yeah, here we go. Could it be another one of those „these guys started DJing here, listened to that music then and preferred to work with analog gear in the studio ‚cause that produces a warmer sound anyway…“ stories? Boring! So instead we‘ll tell you something more about Nils Penner and John Muder. They say opposites attract, and this story is a testament to that.

As you can see in the press pics, what we have here is one skinny guy with a full head of hair who constantly has problems keeping his 28“ denim on his hips, while the other needs a 36“ pair of jeans and is totally fine with his steadily increasing baldness. But that‘s just from the outside. They come from Bremen and Hamburg, German cities that have been rivals since the beginning of time. Now they live in Berlin and Munich, also not the easiest combination. One of them sees his roots in West Coast R‘n‘B the other is a true school East Coaster. Of course when it comes to football they cheer for SV Werder Bremen and the Hamburger SV which relate like FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, if you don‘t know them. We could go on and on…

So it looks like all of these differences music-wise seem to produce exactly the right amount of tension and harmony to create their unique sound which could be described as something off the beaten path of deep house, laced with heavy grooves and basslines, and even the occasional trance pad or two.

Whether you believe it‘s fate or coincidence, something brought these guys together for one week inside a studio in East Berlin during the Summer of 2007. Living there 24/7 (don‘t worry, the studio had a shower) they came out exhausted but happy holding their first 4-track demo CD in their hands. Although they were honestly not sure what they had come up with, they sent the result out and Moodmusic head honcho Klas „Sasse“ Lindblad was the first to pick it up.

Moodmusic released the first single, „Are You Lost,“ in October of 2008, but one month before the release Penner+Muder played their first ever public live set at the legendary Panorama Bar in Berlin. What a kickoff!

Always focusing more on quality than quantity, while living in separate cities with only a few hours of shared studio time each month, the guys are building slowly. They only released one more single before dropping their first album, „Same Monkeys Different Zoo,“ on Moodmusic in June of 2010. Enough of that for now. Check their discography for all that followed.

At this point (June 2011), Nils and John are really looking forward to enter their new studio in Berlin and prepare their „back with a bang“ situation for 2012
while touring throughout Europe with their live set.

Penner+Muder tracks have been charted e.g. by
the following artists:

Crookers, Cassius, Jimpster, DJ T., Oliver Huntemann,  M.A.N.D.Y., Thomas Schumacher, Martin Landsky, Trickski, Kolombo, SIS,
Chopstick & Johnjon, Luna City Express, Rainer Trüby …

Idiotproof’s genre defining singles have sent shockwaves across the globe – from exclusive original releases on Jesse Rose’s Made to Play label, to their remixes of artists like Armand Van Helden, X-Press 2, Cagedbaby, Worthy, Riva Starr, Sam Sparro, Audio Bullys and club destroying bootlegs.

Idiotproof have reached into the deepest heart of rave and have emerged from the black strobe light with a chrome plated, low slung, bass-driven conception of House music for the twenty-first century.

Everyone from Claude VonStroke to Switch is championing their infectious sound.

Purveyors of heavy beats, twisting basslines and mutilated soft toys, this curiosity of nature will jack you on the dancefloor as well as, possibly, bite your leg off.

You have been warned…