Ottawa Prog Vibes 143 - March 5th 2022
Guest DJ: Ignacio Arbeleche (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/iarbeleche001 | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/iarbeleche/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/

Tracklist
Carlo Whale - No Romance
Rauschaus - What We Expected (Original Mix)
Super Flu, Angelov - Diva Hale
Tayga - Galactic Shinmer
Peer Kusiv - Hunting Lights
Pipo Rodriguez - Marcialikian
Hidden Empire - Some Kind of Trip (Original Mix)
Moonwalk, Narya - Beyond The Lines (Original Mix)
Moullinex, GPU Panic, Patrice Baumel - Inner Child (Patrice Baumel Extended Remix)
Ignacio Arbeleche - No More Lies
Monophase (IT) - For Better Days (Massano Remix)

For our next guest we are fortunate again to draw from the global hotbed of progressive house, Argentina. 

@ignacio-arbeleche is a melodic techno DJ and producer based in Buenos Aires. His music is highly influenced by artists such as Queen, Foo Fighters, Soda Stereo, among others. He has delivered his music in various clubs such as Esvedra, Niceto Club, Sharper, etc. His tracks have been released on record labels such as Omnia Rec, Natura Viva, Rezongar Music, Nova Tension Music, Krafted Underground, etc. and are supported by established international djs such as Nick Muir, Nick Warren, Mariano Mellino and many others.

I’ve been in touch with Ignacio for just over a year and he has always been generous in sharing his music, including some pretty sick bootlegs that I’ve enjoyed shredding in live gigs. It was high time to have him do a guest mix for OPV and here it is. The man delivers a solid session for us - it oozes energy and kick while delivering a tight melodic flow that just pulls you in and doesn’t let you go til the very end.

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Ottawa Prog Vibes 143

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Nova Tension Music is more than just a label - it's a creative haven for those who believe in the transcendent power of music. Owned by Ignacio Arbeleche, Nova Tension Music is dedicated to exploring the depths of melodic techno and techno, seeking out the artists who can transform the dancefloor into a portal of pure emotion.

In a world where screens dominate our attention and music is often relegated to background noise, Nova Tension Music stands apart as a testament to the transformative power of sound. We believe that music is not just something to be consumed, but something to be experienced - a force that can transport us to new realms of consciousness and connection.

At Nova Tension Music, we celebrate the imperfection of music, recognizing that it's the subtle quirks and unexpected moments that make it truly human. We believe in the beauty of dance, in the way that it allows us to shed our inhibitions and connect with one another on a primal level. We cherish the love for rave, as it represents a shared vision of a world where joy, freedom, and community are the ultimate goals.

Our mission is to create music that inspires, that moves, that elevates. We seek out artists who share our passion for pushing boundaries and challenging conventions, who are willing to explore the uncharted territories of sound. And we invite you to join us on this journey, to experience the raw energy and intense emotion of our music.

So put down your screens and pick up your dancing shoes - it's time to reconnect with the music and with each other. With Nova Tension Music as your guide, you'll discover a world of melodic techno and techno that will transport you to new dimensions of consciousness and connection.

ABOUT OTTAWA PROG VIBES

Alain M.'s weekly podcast, Ottawa Prog Vibes, is now in its 7th year and is a recognized presence among Canadian Electronica shows. The show has two goals: showcase progressive DJ's from Ottawa (and Canada) to a global audience, and bring international DJ guests to an Ottawa (and Canadian) audience). 

Alain plays three out of every 10 shows. His mixing has been noted as particularly creative and smooth, a skill that allow his sets to be experienced as seamless stories.

An offshoot series, called Mellow Prog Vibes, is released every two weeks and focuses on more chill vibes, slightly more downtempo, to create a more relaxed vibe. It is curated by OPV resident DJ Boraa, who plays every other episode, with guest DJs playing the alternate.

Ottawa Prog Vibes and Mellow Prog Vibes are broadcast weekly on UK's Saturo Radio, New York's Chill Lover Radio and Ottawa's Blast the Radio.


ABOUT ALAIN M.

Alain M. started dj’ing in his early 20s and played a variety of clubs, big and small, in Ottawa, Montreal and Kingston. From teenage influences in progressive rock, metal and blues, and later New York and Chicago house, Dutch techno and early trance, his style has evolved towards the more melodic, infectiously rhythmic and thoughtful sounds of progressive house, with a particular fondness for Argentinian productions.

Over his 30+ years as a DJ, Alain has cultivated a signature melodic, danceable, and thoughtful style with enough surprises to keep even the most devout listeners on their toes. His live events, organized only a few times annually, are a hypotonic, transformational experience for attendees, putting the Nation’s Capital on the map for electronic music. He has organized and collaborated in a number of events including Levitar, Sunday Meet & Beat, Sit-Down Sessions, Shake my Thursday and Expeditions, attracting a thoughtful crowd who stay mesmerized by his melodic, danceable sets, always peppered with delightfully unexpected sonic elements.

Alain M. is also a guest DJ submitting regular sets to several radio and online outlets. He is a resident on X-Beat Radio (France, Belgium). He was a monthly resident on Abyss Sound Experience on QuestLondon Radio in 2021 and on UK-based Beach Radio between 2021 and 2024.

He has appeared as a guest on a number of shows in several countries including the UK, Argentina, Spain, Poland, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Peru, Turkey, Israel and the US. In Canada, he has been featured as a guest DJ at several events by Ottawa-based Music.Art.Ppl, on CHUO FM’s Vanguard Pulse Radio, on CKCU FM’s Lost In Bass and Mapped Out Radio, on Montreal’s Afterhour radio show and on Toronto’s ION radio show.

Electronic Music Artist.
Nature and emotional sounds.

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Born and Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Constantly improving, music lover