Guest DJ's - Ottawa Prog Vibes - 2022

Ottawa Prog Vibes 145 - Nishan Lee

Ottawa Prog Vibes 134 - January 1st 2022
Guest DJs: LexNDR & Kobah (Mallorca, Spain)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/kobahlunar | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kobah_dj/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/


Tracklist
“Everything to Everyone”

Gimerique - Calm at Heart
Sashwat - Second Thoughts
Lucien - Lluvia
Navaa - Voices
Vandelor - La Travesia (Beije Remix)
Darcy Stephens - Cloud Dreaming
Dahu - Circuit Sparked A Memory
Hypeness, Iago Rodriguez - Waste A Moment
Ampish – Solitude
Gntn, Artche - Tensions
Amber Long - Everything to Everyone (Gai Barone Remix)
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For our first episode of 2022 we are proud to present, in what could become an annual tradition, an exclusive set by the current champion of the World Series of Progressive Sets, a global contest organized every year by with Progressive en España. The 2021 contest featured 46 contestants from 11 countries (including Canada).

The 2021 champion was LEX-NDR from Italy. Born in 1979, discovered his passion for electronic music at childhood, and moved to London at a young age to explore its music scene. Working in clubs and enjoying going out to the best parties he started with house music at first, then trance, while clubbing and organizing parties.

After many years spent “studying” the London club scene, he moved to Palma de Mallorca to enjoy a quieter lifestyle. That is where he met Kobah, DJ & producer, who became not just his best friend but also his teacher in everything that has to do with music. Thanks to Kobah, he started playing and mixing and slowly changed his musical taste to progressive and more underground music. After several years of endless back-to-back sessions and late-night classes, the best is yet to come!

This exclusive set is in fact a B2B with his mentor, Kobah. Born Santiago Ivan Lopez in 1984, Kobah is an Argentine DJ. His interest in electronic music dates back to his adolescence, mainly by listening to progressive and techno music. Back in 2004, DJ’ing became part of his deepest nature and his passion became his obsession; first, by playing in private parties, and then more and more often in bars and clubs all over Argentina.

This set is a pure flow of musical honey, delicious in its melodic discipline, technically flawless, delicate yet very deliberate in its build-up, a real work of progressive elegance.

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Kobah's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 135 - January 8th 2022
Guest DJ: Danny Sanchez (Resistencia, Argentina)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mixingradio | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mixingradio/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/
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Tracklist
Tim Green - Among Wolves (Volen Sentir Remix)
Ventt & Keparys - Last Night On Earth (Original Mix)
Tim Green - Over The Water (Original Mix)
Michael A. – Tundra (Original Mix)
Tim Green – Dodjo (Amonita Remix)
K3V SL – Missing Lines (MZN Remix)
IIO – Rapture (Kenan Savrun Remix)
Analog Jungs – Rodocrosia (Original Mix)
Julian Rodriguez, Maximo Gambini – Plastic People (Monograph & The Cobb Remix)
Radiohead – Lotus Flower (Stereo Underground Remake)


Our next guest comes from the beautiful city of Resistencia in northern Argentina. Danny Sanchez is an experienced club DJ who also runs Mixing Radio, one of his country’s most consistent online electronic music radios.

Mixing Radio got started in late 2013 as an independent broadcaster with the intent to support local, national and international electronic music artists and producers. Based on the belief that music is a universal language through which to communicate with and unite people across the world, the station has been at the forefront of some of Argentina’s top electronic programming and continues to feature upstart and established artists.

This is an exclusive set for Ottawa Prog Vibes that really captures the essence of Argentina’s progressive sound: it features an expert track selection that builds the story in a very subtle way, has plenty of kick without being overbearing with it, and features a few surprises sprinkled throughout.

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Mixing Radio

Ottawa Prog Vibes 136 - January 15th 2022
Guest DJ: Doga Erbek (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dogaerbektr | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dogaerbek/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/
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Tracklist
Aman Anand - Shadows (Lio Q Remix)
Francisco Basso - Dos Almas (Original Mix)
Francisco Castro - The Sea (Leo Perez & Dhany G feat. Gabycgl Remix)
Deepinity - Strawberry Yields (M.Rojas Remix)
Ric Niels - Phetro (Original Mix)
Nico Cerban - Rhuia (Evegrem Reinterpretation)
Evegrem - Kramer (Original Mix)
Gorkiz - If I Had the Heart (Original Mix)
EMPHI - Pair of Dice (Kabi AR Remix)
Kamilo Sanclemente, Carol Brown - Spirals Inflections (Weird Sounding Dude Remix)
Travis Jesse - Coniunctio (Original Mix)
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We continue to share the incredible depth and wealth of Ottawa’s vibrant electronic music community with an exclusive set from one of our top talents, @dogaerbek. Many of you have seen him play live at legendary venues like Mercury Lounge, City at Night, Barrymore’s, Sotto, and at festivals from the 2016 Escapade to the 2021 Black Rabbit!

Residing in Canada's capital, Ottawa, Turkish DJ/Producer Doga Erbek has been a part of the electronic music scene for over 10 years. As the founder/curator of the Bazaar Müzik podcast series, Doga strives to deliver musical journeys for the audience with deep/melodic/middle eastern sounds that represent his background as an artist.

He has also started establishing himself as a producer, with releases on AMITABHA, ThreeRecords (UK) & Faraway Scope (BE) last year, and future releases to be announced very soon.

Socials:  linktr.ee/dogaerbek

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Doga's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 138 - January 29th 2022
Guest DJ: Subtractive (Grand Rapids, USA)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/alexhunt.subtractive | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alexhunt_subtractive/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/
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Tracklist
Astropilot, Casper Keys, D.J. MacIntyre ft Mellonie Irvine - All The Lovely Things (Juan Ibañez Remix) 
Tali Muss - Istanbul (Original Mix) 
Tash & Paul Anthonee - Glorious (Extended Mix) 
Out Of Mind - Khapoya (Stan Kolev Remix) 
D-Nox & Gai Barone - Painkiller (Original Mix) 
Sunchain - Tabula Rasa (Cosmonaut Remix)  
Stereo Underground - Space Fields 
Horisone - Sacrifice 
Joe Brunning - El Ritmo (Chus & Ceballos Fiesta Remix)  
Franky Rizardo - I'm Feelin (Collective Machine Extended Remix) 
Robert Babicz - Starblast  
Moritz Hofbauer - Transit 
Matan Caspi - Mannequin  
Emjae - Necromancer (Probspot Remix)  
Nora En Pure - Bartok 
Mass Digital - The Light 
Roger Silver - Into The Clouds (Extended Mix)  
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We are stoked to introduce our next guest, the incredibly talented @subtractivemusic, a DJ and producer from Grand Rapids, Michigan. 

Subtractive has continued to grow his worldwide footprint with his original tracks. In 2022, just weeks after it’s release, his EP with Bonzai Progressive “The Medici Effect” broke into the top 100 Progressive House releases globally both on Beatport (#72) and Traxsource (#71) and has been supported by DJ’s around the world, with Joseph Capriati (Drumcode, Afterlife), Cristian Varela (Toolroom, Bedrock), Giusseppe Ottaviani (Armada, A State of Trance), and Luciano Scheffer (Warung Recordings, Transensations) all pledging their support. To further emphasize his international presence, In 2021 his track “Last Train to Madrid” on Slur Records reached the #1 spot for Techno in Italy on iTunes, and In 2020 his remix of “StayLoose - Tiny Warrior” reached #1 in Electronic music in the Netherlands on iTunes. 

With a drummer for a father, and a sister who was into illegal street racing, Subtractive’s (Alex Hunt’s) childhood was anything but normal. By age 13, Alex was already hooked by the euphoric, confidence-inducing sounds of electronic dance music; “I used to beg my sister to let me ride along on races... Sometimes she would give in. The days following, I would be asking her what music her friends were listening to in the car.”

After his initial exposure, it didn’t take long for Hunt to dedicate himself to learning the art of music creation. Without means to travel to the more vibrant music scenes of Detroit or Chicago, the young producer spent his nights practicing skills such as mixing, sampling, and synthesis. As years went on, Alex began making the trek from Indiana to Detroit nearly every weekend. With a head full of production knowledge and an eagerness to experience Detroit’s underground party scene, the cards were right for Alex Hunt to undergo a musical transformation; this is when he became Subtractive.

An artist whose eyes and ears are consistently set on the future, Subtractive strives to create music that is totally non-traditional. His compositions explore the limits of electronic sound, while maintaining a rhythm which is irresistible to dancers. Dream-like synth melodies and pristinely processed vocals float over the top of floor-shaking bass, creating a groove which consists of equal parts dance party and introspective voyage. A true master of manipulating energy, Subtractive’s productions take his listeners on a journey that has captivated many across the globe.

This is one you won’t want to miss. We are very excited to present this exclusive session.

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Subtractive's Sndcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 139 - February 5th 2022
Guest DJ: Iñaki Mariano (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/inmariano.dj | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/inmarianoo/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/
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TRACKLIST:
Death on the Balcony, Flowers on Monday - Illusory (Original Mix)
El Bastardo - What We Got feat. Bibi Sanchez (Madraas Remix)
Haft - Parthian (Original Mix)
Kasper Koman, Alex Orion - Wilder
Rhuia - Nico Cerban (Andre Moret Remix)
Dublew, Emphi - Nordic Sky
Lucas Martinez - Marianna  (Emphi Remix)
Leo Perez Andre Moret - Sol de Meia Noite
Matias Herrera - Elephants (Original Mix)
Kamilo Sanclemente - Honest (Original Mix)
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This week we have an amazing guest from the hotbed of progressive house, Argentina. Iñaki Mariano is a young DJ and producer from Buenos Aires. 

From a young age he was drawn to music and started DJ’ing at age 14. He got his debut at Club Bahrein, one of Buenos Aires’ iconic venues, in 2018, and has played there several times since. Iñaki has shared decks with the likes of Andrea Casino, Sergio Ahtos, Abel Meyer, Dynacom, Ezequiel Ramirez, Valdovinos and many more.

His sessions are characterized by a clear progressive line through which he leads the narrative through various moments that generate a range of emotions. He draws from genres between deep house and melodic techno, always adapting his live performances to the moment and mood.

Iñaki is co-founder of @gate.prod events production, which has organized large events with top-notch artists like Ezequiel Ramirez, Maxi Degrassi, Dynacom among others. He is also co-founder of the ALTUM MUSIC label (@altummusicok) which has just released its first EP, with support from artists that include Guy J, Nick Warren, Mariano Mellino, Grazziano Rafa, Dj Ruby, Fabri Lopez and several more.

It's a thrill to welcome him to Ottawa Prog Vibes for an exclusive session.

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Iñaki's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 145 - March 19th 2022
Guest DJ: Nishan Lee (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nishanlee | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/nishan_lee/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/

This week we have the thrill and honour to host the one and only @nishanlee, globally-known electronic music producer / DJ from Colombo, Sri Lanka.

For lovers of progressive electronica, this man needs no introduction. He has released countless tracks and remixes on The Soundgarden / PlattenBank Records / Beatfreak Recordings / Perfecto Records / Mango Alley / Onedotsixtwo / Juicebox Music / Soundteller Records / Movement Recordings / Asymmetric Recordings / Genesis Music / Balkan Connection Records / Massive Harmony Records / Stellar Fountain / 3rd Avenue / One Of A Kind and more.

His productions are supported by the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Paul Oakenfold, Guy J, Guy Mantzur, CID Inc, Stan Kolev, Darin Epsilon, Lonya, Marcelo Vasami, Mariano Mellino, Graziano Raffa, Nick Varon, Pole Folder, Khen, Brian CID, Stas Drive, Danny Lloyd, Li Polimer, Jelly For The Babies, Simos Tagias, Maydan, Audio Junkies, Navar, Patrick Carrera aka MUUI, Tim Penner, Amber Long, Rammo, Olivier Weiter, Paul Hazendunk, John Cosani, Subandrio, Praveen Achary name a few.

We feel incredibly blessed to be able to present an exclusive mix by Nishan Lee made especially for Ottawa Prog Vibes.

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nishanlee.com

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.