Ottawa Prog Vibes 211 - June 24th 2023
Guest DJ: KaZkO (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/kaveenrandina  |  www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kazko_music/   |  www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCm6Bzr0sB1KwWGpb9CrPJIQ

TRACKLIST 
Fabian Palacios - Reborn (Dowden Remix)
Nufects - Wild (Juan Demincis Remix)
Will Dekeizer - Lost Winter (Original mix)
Sex Mind - Alfhein (Simply City Remix)
Dj Ruby – Apollo (Golan Zocher Remix)
Madan - Salief Keita (KaZkO Unofficial Remix)
Stae - The Note For Your Arp (Original Mix)
Ruben Karapetyan – Amberd (DJ Ruby Remix)
Kamilo Sanclemente & Da Beat- Seriously (Original Mix)
Taraka Gorda (KaZkO Closing Edit)


This week we are thrilled to welcome one of the rising star DJ/producers from the progressive music hotbed of Sri Lanka.

Kaveen Suraweera aka KAZKO first emerged in 2020 with a string of tech-house oriented releases, before finding his way into progressive house with releases via 3rd Avenue, Balkan Connection, Bonzai Progressive, Dopamine White, Soundteller, and Another Life Music in 2021. 2022 has seen the Colombo resident continue to rise, adding projects for Antrim’s Strangers Beats, The Soundgarden, Clubsonica, Revolt Music, 3rd Avenue, Freegrant Music, Balkan Connection and Transensations Records to his resume.

It was a huge milestone in Kazko’s music journey, when he started to release his wonderful music tracks in early 2021 with worldwide leading record labels.
His tracks were supported by celebrity DJs like Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, John Digweed, Paul Oakenfold, Armin van Buren, Guy J, Solomun, DJ Ruby, Dubfire, Paco Osuna, Cevin Fisher, and more.

His music has a melodic sensibility like few others can manage and yet is always marked by a solid undertow of devilish groove. OPV listeners are fortunate to get this exclusive session!

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Ottawa Prog Vibes 211 - Kazko (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

DJ, Audio Tech
House & Techno

Recent events:

Montreal, Canada - Club Pelícano Monthly Residency

Ibiza, Spain - Ibiza PlayAbout Festival 2025 May 17-25

Ibiza, Spain - May 16-23 Ibiza PlayAbout Festival 2024 (Cafe del Mar, Space Ibiza Beach Terrace, Rio Ibiza, Tropicana Bar San Antonio)
UDGK Festiv Kollektiv 23 - Dec 29
Ibiza, Spain - Aug 28 - Jet Apartments Pool Party / Rio Ibiza
Ottawa, Canada - July 28 - Expeditions with Ottawa Prog Vibes - Berlin / 56 Byward
UDGK Festiv Kollektiv 22 - Dec 26/27
Montreal - Nov 5th UDGK presents Bryan Wolf Ear - Blue Dog
Amsterdam - Oct 20th UDGK at the Amsterdam Dance Event - Oosterbar
Ottawa - Sept 23rd with Ottawa Prog Vibes - City at Night

Member of Underground Kollektiv
Audio Production Techniques graduate from Musitechnic, Montreal, 2014
Audio Recording Tech at Piknic Electronic, 2014
Former Resident DJ at L'Ambroisie, Montreal
Former Resident DJ at Bar Istori, Montreal
Former Resident DJ at 1001 Noches, Guatemala City
Former Resident DJ at Maya Lounge, Guatemala City
Former Resident DJ at the UK's HouseFreqs Radio and Strictly House Radio

DJ Cantona z Polski, obecnie mieszkający w Belgii.  Członek kolektywu LUCID. Rezydent DJ w Saturo Sounds. Muzyka elektroniczna zawsze mnie fascynowała. Pierwsze kroki w DJingu stawiałem w 2012 roku. W granie na poważnie zaangażowałem się 2 lata temu, sukcesywnie pokonując kolejne poziomy. Mój osobisty podcast PRESS PLAY, wydawany co dwa tygodnie, znajdziesz na SoundCloud. Muzyka, którą tam gram, to głównie progresywny, melodyjny house, ale także głęboki, organiczny house. Moje sety również znalazły sie w podcastch tj. Artist of the Week on Fryski Radio, Progresivna Suza, Ottawa Prog Vibes, Deep House Point France, DJ LEX GREEN, MUSICUNEED, 8day_Montreal czy w radio Beach-Radio.co.uk,  Radio ZENO Deep Awakening. W 2023 roku  uczestnik garden Festiwal na scenie Technobusu w Polsce.

Hailing from Poland and now based in Belgium, DJ Cantona is a dynamic force in the electronic music scene and a proud member of the LUCID collective. Resident DJ at Saturo Sounds. His passion for electronic music has been a driving force throughout his life, leading him to take his first steps into DJing in 2012. Over the past decade, DJ Cantona has honed his craft, creating immersive experiences that captivate audiences.
His dedication took a serious turn three years ago, marking a significant milestone in his musical career. With each set, he has steadily ascended the ranks, captivating audiences with his unique sound.
DJ Cantona shares his musical journey through his bi-weekly podcast, PRESS PLAY, available on SoundCloud. Here, listeners can enjoy his signature sounds, which primarily include progressive and melodic house, as well as deep and organic house. His sets have earned him spots in renowned podcasts such as Artist of the Week on Fryski Radio, Progresivna Suza, Ottawa Prog Vibes, Deep House Point France, DJ LEX GREEN, MUSICUNEED, 8day_Montreal, and airplay on Beach-Radio.co.uk and Radio ZENO Deep Awakening.
A highlight of DJ Cantona’s career came in 2023 when he performed on the Technobus stage at the prestigious Garden Festival in Poland.

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.

Join our music community on Facebook            ( Progressive and Underground music community of Greece )      https://www.facebook.com/groups/190712184275015/?ref=bookmarks                             A Greek community of music in order to support only Good Progressive Underground Electronic , Pro ethnic, Deep house, Techno, Spiritual, Psychedelic Avant garde music and also progressive art. Support our community and be members. We do it only to listen and promote good worldwide music, something like your personal radio station with visuals  :) ( We are not in searching for likes ) Have a nice trip.... Thanks ;)

Runik doesn't believe in barriers between music genres, just in good music.

Dig around and you'll find dark melodies, hypnotic grooves, bright vibes and much more !

Nick Denny's A Life Less Ordinary resident guest on Saturo Sounds since 2023.

Kazko, born in Colombo,SriLanka, has established himself as a significant force in the world of Progressive House, Melodic Techno, and Organic House. Having  moved to Australia, Kazko has continued to evolve his sound and broaden his influence in the music scene.

Inspired by the legendary sounds of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, John Digweed, Sasha, and Guy J, Kazko's music is a blend of emotive melodies and driving rhythms that captivate listeners and ignite dance floors. 

His productions have garnered support from top-tier artists such as Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, Nick Warren, Richie Hawtin, John Cosani, ,Mariano Mellino,and many others.

Kazko's discography includes releases on prestigious labels such as 

The Soundgarden / Juicebox / Mango Alley / Enormous Tunes ( Enormous Moments) / Onedotsixtwo / Songuara / Amulanga Records / Digital Emotions / and Clubsonica . 

His tracks have been featured on prominent playlists and have received widespread acclaim from both fans and industry professionals alike.

In addition to his production success, Kazko has made a name for himself as a dynamic live performer. His sets are known for their seamless flow and ability to take the audience on a journey through sound. Whether playing at intimate venues or large-scale festivals, Kazko consistently delivers unforgettable performances.

Bookings/Promos/remix requests-
kaveen.suraweera09@gmail.com

Born in Saint Petersburg with a blend of Filipino roots, who spent his youth in The Netherlands. 
His musical odyssey began as a young aspiring DJ, under the tutelage of Marvilla, where he learned the art of spinning turntables from his former partner.

Their collaboration led to a period where he could fully embrace his passion for House and Techno music. Together, they explored different styles and brought forth their unique sound, pushing the boundaries of creativity and expression. Their teamwork from 2020 to 2022 was filled with excitement, discovery, and growth, but as with all journeys, there came a time for both to forge their own paths.

In 2023, he embarked on a new chapter of his musical journey, driven by an indomitable spirit of innovation and adventure. Under his own name, he continued, determined to let his unique voice resonate in the cosmos of electronic music. With each passing month, he crafts new stories, engraved with the stamps of "New Dawn" and "Into Space," taking his audience on a sonic journey through the boundless corners of sound and emotion.

New Dawn:

A concept representing renewal, promises to be a beacon of light in the darkness, a musical daybreaker bringing a fresh breeze of creativity and excitement. Under this banner, he explores a wide range of genres, from intoxicating Afrohouse to Organic sounds, from immersive Progressive tunes to Deephouse waves. Each track, each rhythm, and each melody weaves a story that touches the soul and ignites the imagination.

Into Space:

 He takes his listeners on a cosmic journey, floating through the vast Milky Way of sound. Here, he explores boundless soundscapes, with hypnotic melodies and pulsating rhythms that elevate the mind and lighten the heart. From deep, contemplative soundscapes to vibrant, energetic beats, Jevko's music embraces the diversity of the universe and transports his audience to undiscovered worlds.

Bookings: info@mikedemanager.nl

House music lover, influenced by Mark Moore, Tim Simenon, Jimmy Cauty, Bill Drummond, Boy George, and Nora En Pure.
"Zephyr, the DJ with a healing touch,
Melodies and beats, he weaves so much.
From turntables to the field of care,
His rhythm soothes, his hands repair.
In the nightclubs, his mixes ignite,
But in hospitals, he battles the plight.
Through music and medicine, a hero's role,
Zephyr, the DJ, saves lives, heart and soul."
poem by Pete B https://on.soundcloud.com/vofeH
Residency)
MixPub Radio: Every 1st Monday GMT 19:00-22:00 p.m.
https://mixpubradio.mixlr.com/
House Fusion Radio: Every Friday Midnight 24:00 p.m. BST
https://housefusionradio.com/
Grupo Planet Music Web Radio: Every Monday CET 16:00 – 18:00 p.m. 
https://grupoplanetmusic.es/