Guest DJ's - Ottawa Prog Vibes - 2021

Ottawa Prog Vibes 093 - March 20th 2021
Guest DJ: Blake Sutherland (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes || https://www.facebook.com/blakesutherlandmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake.sutherland/ ||
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ || https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/

TRACKLIST
Electrypnose - Un Peu De Ciel Bleu (Stereo Underground Remix)
Helsloot - When We Meet Again
Golan Zocher - Wonder Way
Jaap Lighthart - Grass Walking (Karmon Remix)
Jeremy Olander - Rubicks
Shifter - Heart Over Head
Gregor Tresher - Trident
Tommy Farrow - Let's Just (Jansons Extended Remix)
CJ Peeton - The Shining Moon
Nicky Elisabeth - Celeste

Our guest this week is someone very special to our city. Blake Sutherland has blazed the trail in Ottawa for progressive and melodic electronica, a trail we now get to walk with the ease of knowing that our collective taste buds for this music have benefitted from his relentless and passionate work to cultivate and expand them. 

Blake Sutherland has been at the forefront of melodic dance music for over two decades. As founder of Wide Angle Recordings, he has introduced original music from some of scene's most innovative artists, including Max Cooper, Gab Rhome, Deepfunk, Cid Inc, Antrim, and Pole Folder. 

Blake's seminal podcast Cityscape Sessions served as a platform for cutting edge progressive mixes for over 10 years, eventually giving rise to an event series of the same name in his hometown of Ottawa, Canada. Under his direction, Cityscape Sessions ushered in a number of highly influential mixes and played host to some of the biggest melodic dance music names in the world, including Jeremy Olander, Eelke Kleijn, and John 00 Fleming. 

As a DJ, Blake Sutherland's passion for his craft has taken him around the world, with appearances in Canada, the United States, Germany, Netherlands, the UK, and Australia.

This is an exclusive mix by the man himself for Ottawa Prog Vibes, for which we are grateful. Enjoy!

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Cityscape - Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 095 - April 3rd 2021
Guest DJ: Rick Laplante (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: 
https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes 
www.facebook.com/frameworkmusic/
www.facebook.com/groups/whiterabbitottawa/
www.facebook.com/SundaySessionsOttawa/

Instagram: 
https://www.instagram.com/whiterabbitottawa/
https://www.instagram.com/frameworkmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/sunday.sessions.ottawa/
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ 
https://www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/

TRACKLIST
1. Bed Rock - Heaven Scent (Marc Romboy & Miki Kekenj Rework)
2. Der Dritte Raum - Hale Bopp (BSB's Stella Polaris Remix)
3. Monkey Safari - Beach
4. Rodriguez Jr. - Nairobi
5. Monkey Safari - Gravity (with Delhia De France)
6. Law of Physics - Lightforms
7. Eugene Pacscal, Sam Brickel & Louis Marlo - Caveman Algorhythms
8. Human Movement - Athena
9. Martin HERRS, Clemente - Manifesto
10. Robert Babicz - Sympathy
11. dreamAwaken - Kidish
12. Hessian - Oracle (Extended Mix)

When we talk about the deep pool of DJ talent in Ottawa, one of the goals of this podcast is to make sure we not only give it full credit, but also, that we make the rest of the world aware of it. Our guest DJ this week is someone who needs no introduction for us in Ottawa - not only a formidably talented DJ but also a guy who makes our city a better place. And one of the kindest human beings around, to boot.

Rick Laplante's involvement in the party scene began in London, Ontario in 1992 as a partner of Prism Productions, hosting intimate gatherings with good vibes and fresh music. Unable to resist the siren song of the turntables, Rick began basement DJing later in 1992, with his first professional gig the following year.

His main musical influences came through London's proximity to Detroit and Toronto, where frequent visits to these cities exposed him to some of the most groundbreaking underground sounds heard in the world. Rick has now been professionally DJing for over 28 years.

Rick's preferred club style is groovy and/or bouncy tech-house, with influence from his eclectic music collection - flashes of myriad genres from techno to disco, breaks to jazz and latin to lounge. He hasn't forgotten his musical roots from running the Detroit-Toronto corridor. You can always expect the unexpected when Rick blends several auditory flavours into his Dj sets.

Rick remains very active in the local scene of our Nation's Capital. He promoted a weekly afterhours event at Mavericks Bar called Sunrise Afterhours for its run of over 5 years.  Pre-pandemic, his current promotions company @Framework-Music of 10 years, hosted Sunday Sessions Ottawa, a long weekend Sunday dance party at Ottawa's legendary Mercury Lounge, and the infamous White Rabbit all-night dance event at City at Night. Framework Music has many plans in store for Ottawa once we are reunited on the dancefloor.

This is an exclusive set gifted to Ottawa Prog Vibes by Rick, for which I am very grateful. It is also spellbindingly beautiful, a masterful journey that makes it an instant gem for our series.

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Rick's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 097 - April 17th 2021
Guest DJ: Manuel Garrido (Barcelona, Spain)

Tracklist:
Dynacom & Bodai - What Makes You Strong 
Arnold T, Alain Pauwels - Havana (Dhany G, Leo Perez Remix) 
ALURIA & TONACO - Totality (Jero Nougues Remix) 
Julian Nates - Trigger 
Vitaly Shturm - Labyrinth (Juan Ibañez & Andres Moris Remix) 
Roddes - Vromance (Xiasou & Hernán Torres Remix) 
Enertia-Sound - Symphyta 
Kamilo Sanclemente - Transit Saturn 
Jesuan M & Andres Moris - The Gate to Heaven
Thomas Gandey, Rafael Cerato – Ritual


This week we go back to Spain for our next guest mix and welcome Barcelona’s @dj-manuelgarrido for a torrid set of pure progressive bliss.

From a young age Manuel followed pop and rock bands such as The Cult, The Cure, Pink Floyd, Depeche Mode, among others. Later, with the rise of Belgian band Front 242, he dove into the most electronic and avant-garde music of the moment. Around that time he opened ACTV MODA BARCELONA, the most avant-garde store in Barcelona both for its music and its fashion, making it an indispensable point of reference in the musical culture of the city at the time.

For a decade Manuel promoted electronic music culture. He was the director of three of the best clubs of the time in the Barcelona area, an event organizer and main provider of merchandising for the best nightclubs in Spain. In his career as a DJ he was invited by clubs and private parties, mostly in Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia and Ibiza.

He currently has his weekly residence on Radio Miami Color (Florida, USA) every Saturday. And he's started to produce a very particular Progressive style.

Manuel is a founder and administrator of Progressive Barcelona, a group created to connect and support DJs and Producers in that city and offering a platform to connect with new audiences. 

Ottawa Prog Vibes is proud to welcome Manuel for this exclusive and memorable prog ride.

linktr.ee/djmanuelgarrido

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Manuel's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 099 - May 1st 2021
Guest DJ: Andy Clayton (Manchester, UK)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/djandyclayton/

TRACKLIST
Katzen - Consciente (Halaros Remix) [Consapevole Recordings]
Esteban Ikasovic - Dreamcatcher (Original Mix) [One Of A Kind]
LastOnStage - Waverider (Original Mix) [PHW Elements]
Han Haak - Genetic Drift (Danny Lloyd Remix) [Asymmetric Recordings]
Babayaga, Josh Blackwell - Marea (Remastered) [Syncopate Afterhours]
Maximo Gambini, Fran Bianco - Relative (Original Mix) [Soundteller Records]
Echo Daft - The Magic of Nature (Fabri Lopez Remix) [Dopamine White]
Maezbi - Pangea (Original Mix) [Magnitude Recordings]
Ayhan Akca - Masquerader (Original Mix) [BC2]
Coeus - Lucent (Original Mix) [Afterlife Records]
Murat Uncuoglu - Silent Light (Original Mix) [Raving Society]


Ottawa Prog Vibes had been pining for a British guest DJ for some time and can’t think of a better first than Manchester’s @djandyclayton. I have been following Andy for some time and have become a fan of his. He is a masterfully talented DJ and an incomparable music selector.

Andy has been a DJ for over 20 years and specialises in melodic progressive house. Acclaimed for his mixing skills and ability to blend beats, driving basslines, percussion and synth vibes to create deeply hypnotic and immersive musical journeys, he has performed live at high profile events throughout the UK including the Creamfields Festival and the BPM Expo.

Based part time in Spain, Andy plays live sets across the Costa Blanca’s best music venues including Floridita, El Martillo, MyWay, The Oceana Club and BrewRock Beach Club. 

His sets are in demand globally. He is a resident DJ on Beach Radio and on Quantum Radio. He also provides regular guest mixes for Colombia’s Settumps Radio, Ibiza Stardust Radio, Argentina’s Timeless Radioshow and Amsterdam’s Radio Deep Mode. He has provided guest mixes for the @melodicbeatsmusic global podcast series and record label founded by legendary DJ/Producer Paul Honey (a series that features an unrivalled array of world class DJs including former Renaissance residents). He has two entries in Amsterdam’s renowned @melodicdeep Talent Podcast.

His work has included guest mixes in Australia, Dubai, Italy, Malta, Spain, Brazil, with more to come. Andy will return to playing live club events internationally with some very special shows and exciting new ventures planned for 2021 and beyond.

This is Andy’s first Canadian guest spot and Ottawa Prog Vibes is honoured to feature him.

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Andy's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 101 - May 15th 2021
Guest DJ: Nosh & SJ (Mumbai, India)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/noshnsj
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/noshandsj/

TRACKLIST
LOFAB - Mekong (Original Mix) 
Miss Monique - Way of the Wind (Original Mix) 
Nasser Tawfik, Sione (SP) - Insolence (Original Mix)
Teleport-X - Desierto Digital (Original Mix)
LBR248 Nichols - Forbidden Star (Original Mix)
LBR247 Alan Cerra - Tenke (Orginal Mix)
KYOTTO - Antimony (Deviu Remix) 
Nicholas Van Orton - Claymore (Original Mix)
Zack & Tom - Voices From Heaven (Original Mix)
Nik Nazarov – Above The Clouds (D.Gol’man Remix)


We start the second hundred of our series with a huge treat: we are thrilled to bring you the highly respected and incredibly talented duo @Nosh-SJ from Mumbai.

Creating a distinct sound and then communicating it successfully to an audience is a rare artistry, something that Nosh & SJ have perfected beautifully. Both of these exceptional individuals bring their unique skills and versatility to the table, yet they are in complete sync with one another, because of their shared love for music. By perfectly balancing the melody, harmony, rhythm, tone, tempo and dynamics, they are expressing that which cannot be said, a universal language for the soul.

Nosh & Sj as a collaborative act have penetrated Mumbai’s hip and trendy watering holes and brought their charisma and musicality to entertain throngs of people across the city’s most frequented joints. The fervour and enthusiasm with which they perform, coupled with their upbeat progressive sets literally and metaphorically ‘set the stage on fire’. They have held residencies at dozens of clubs and played some of the biggest festivals in India.

As producers, the duo has an extensive and growing catalogue of tracks and remixes on top progressive labels like @massiveharmony, @ah-digital-1, @balkan-connection, @strange-town-recordings, @lightsidemusic, Juice Box Music, @naturaviva, Polyptych Music, @dopamine-music, @groove9records and several others.

Tune in for this exclusive set, only on Ottawa Prog Vibes. You’re in for something very special.

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Nosh & SJ's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 103 - May 29th 2021
Guest DJ: Ronin Audio (Dallas, USA)

TRACKLIST
Gregory Esayan - The Best Gift
Jos Slovick vs Spencer Brown - LA Soldier (Ronin Audio Mashup)
Stan Kolev vs Boom Jinx - Bring Me Love (Ronin Audio Mashup)
Morttagua - Epic of Gilgamesh
Tenzig - The Orb
Diana Miro, 8kays - Inside feat. Diana Miro (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)
Facade - The Owl & The Butterfly
Jerome Isma-Ae, Alastor - Reflection
Mimram - Renaissance
Dmitry Molosh - Boa
Dmitry Molosh - Eclipse
Andre Sobota - Continuum
Matt Fax, Ava Silver - The Wave


RONIN AUDIO
DALLAS (USA)
Ronin means “masterless samurai” – and that’s been Matt Brock’s musical philosophy from day one. From his early teen years spinning trip hop, rap and hip hop on SL 1210’s, Ronin Audio has built a vast and broad knowledge of music, mixing styles and melodic sensitivities. Growing as a DJ in Texas put him in contact with both the most demanding musical audiences of Austin and Dallas, and the same time the uphill struggle to get large club audiences to embrace musical genres and styles beyond the commonly heard rap, hip hop and top 40.

His work as a DJ goes back more than 20 years. In the early 2000’s he held a residency at Austin’s Red Fez club, where he specialized in French, Persian and Turkish hip hop. Moving back to Dallas in 2002, he held residencies at Zoo Bar and Kizmet, always cultivating his audiences to the pioneering sounds of the more cutting-edge electronic genres. He is known for his legendary mash-ups that bridge divides between genres, and his flawless transitions.

Since the late 2010’s, Ronin’s musical heart is with deep house, progressive, melodic house and techno. He is inspired by the music of Soul Button, Joof Records, Cristoph, Ben Böhmer, Dylhen, Moritz Hofbauer and Jan Blohmquist. In 2019 started a very popular progressive series of nights at Dallas’ Regeneration Arcade (interrupted by COVID). You now hear him play on several global radio shows including Beats 2 Dance (UK), Abyss Sound Experience on Quest London Radio (UK), Techno Connection (UK), and now Ottawa Prog Vibes with this exclusive set for his first Canadian appearance.

Ottawa Prog Vibes

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Ronin Audio's Sndcld

Ottawa Prog Vibes 105 - June 12th 2021
Guest DJ: Poli Siufi (Jujuy, Argentina)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/polisiufi
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/polisiufi/

TRACKLIST
Savvas - The Whale Dance (Ambient Mix)
Beije - Window to the Soul (Original Mix)
Ceci feat. Lywe - Chase It (Cocho Extended Remix)
Khen - Maple (Original Mix)
Goda Brother - The Sound of Soma Bay (Original Mix)
Vihannga - Meditation (Original Mix)
Gorkiz, K. Loveski - Echos Of Eons (Greenage Remix)
Dany Dz - Retrospective (Geronimo Eguiguren Remix)
Sebastian Haas - Galex (Original_Mix)
Moby - Memory Gospel (Poli Siufi Rework)


OPV is thrilled to host the Canadian premiere of a major electronic music artist from Jujuy, Argentina. I first came across Poli Siufi when I discovered his kick-ass bootleg of Santana’s “Black Magic Woman,” which brought the house down at @liveonelgin when I played it last December. Started talking to the dude and here is the happy outcome.

Juan José Siufi (@polisiufi) was born in San Salvador de Jujuy (Argentina). His beginnings in electronic music took place in Córdoba, followed by four years of intense apprenticeship in Buenos Aires. 

Exploring new horizons, he moved to México in 2017, where he shared decks at various clubs and parties with DJs like Igor Vicente (Mobilee), Omar Labastida (Deeperfect), Guille Perez (Fest On), House Definition (A2 Level), Suly Salinas (3B), Jay Perlestein (Fest On) and others. 

Soon after, following his call, he travelled East, alternating dates between beach parties and clubs such as EL LOCO CLUB (Montuçon, France), Maya Beach Club (Koh Tao, Thailand) and Hotel Ombak Sunset (Gili T, Indonesia). The experience imprinted in him an oriental infusion which is felt in the delicate balance of his productions. 

In 2018, coming back to his native land, he founded @nirvana_producciones in Jujuy, sharing decks with Soundexile, ANTRIM, Sebastian Busto, Brigado Crew, Federico Monachesi, Ezequiel Arias, Lucas Rossi and Fabri Lopez to name a few. Nube Records, Future Avenue and 3rd Avenue have been releasing some of his productions.

Poli Siufi has a wicked exclusive set in store for Ottawa Prog Vibes - check it out

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Poli Siufi Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 106 - June 19th 2021
Guest DJ: Joe Rowe (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/djjoerowe
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/djjoerowe/


TRACKLIST
Adam Port, Yeah But No - Run Run Run (Adam Port Remix)
Joe Rowe - Sapphire (Enamour Ruby Rework)
Marcus Meinhardt - Masada (Original Mix)
Rodriguez Jr. - Hydra (Original Mix)
Joe Rowe - The Pursuit of Loneliness (Original Mix)
Stereo MC's, Re.you - Relocate (Rodriguez Jr. Remix)
Fabrication - Dustpig (Original Mix)
Joe Rowe - Letting Go (Original Mix)
Miss Monique, Sean & Dee - Valhalla (Extended Mix)
Adi Dassler - Moon (Original Mix)


This week we have an exclusive set from an Ottawa veteran of the electronic music scene. @dj-joe-rowe has performed at some of the top venues and events in the world, including several gigs at Guvernment, Circa, Trinity Rooms (Ireland), Revolution (New York City), the World Electronic Music Festival and even the Grand Oasis in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

These days Joe has been busy in the studio focused on deep house, melodic techno and tech house. Having recently signed new music to both @48records and @mk837records, since 2019 Joe has had 9 studio releases, including a Beatport Top 10 release, 2 Beatport Hype Top 100 placements, and an editors’ pick. Joe's latest release "The Pursuit of Loneliness" has support from some of the biggest tastemakers in the scene including none other than Judge Jules!

While his taste in music has evolved over time, Joe is proud of his roots, which go back to the underground rave days of the early 2000s. Signed to UK’s Hardstyle Records, Joe's first collaboration "Ridin' Dirty" alongside Khalid S is now featured on "The Best of Hardstyle & Jumpstyle Vol. 2" by Trance Gold Records. Known for his tight mixing skills and energy behind the decks, this 2-time DJ comp winner has been rocking dance floors for years with a career spanning over 300 gigs in 6 countries and counting!

Don’t miss this mix.

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Joe Rowe's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 108 - July 3rd 2021
Guest DJ: Anto Romano (Santiago del Estero, Argentina)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/antonelladaiiana
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/antoromanodj/

TRACKLIST
FOLGAR - Lost in Time 
Mike Griego - Dysbiosis 
Antrim & Analong Jungs - Red Shadows
GESPONA - Dione
Guy J - Modulator 
Antrim & Donatello - Long Encounter (Original Mix)
FOLGAR - Brown Velvet (Original Mix) 
Headkube - Back to Mevlana (Original Mix) [
Guy J - Small Alarms (Original Mix) 


This week we welcome a fantastic up-and-coming DJ from the province of Santiago del Estero in Argentina’s interior. Anto Romano has loved music from her childhood and has nurtured a passion to absorb, learn and study a variety of sounds, typically on the melodic side. She has developed a versatile style in her track selection, and this has opened a number of doors for her as a progressive DJ who knows how to borrow from deep, organic and progressive house, melodic techno and even ethereal among others.

Anto started her journey as a DJ in 2019 and has been one of the key movers of the electronic music scene in her home province, where acceptance remains elusive. At the age of 24 she has already been behind the decks at many of her city’s events and most of its good bars including Mamba Negra, Antares, BBQ, Patagonia, Francis Bar and Roonin. Her sets have been played on a number of radio stations including Capital 101.3 FM, Planeta Groove Radio, Buenos Aires’ Phoenix Sonido Selecto on 102.9 FM, Radio House in Tucuman, the Influencias radio show in Corrientes, and Dinamica Radio in Santa Fe. In addition, she has started to appear internationally on Loops Radio (Turkey) and Cosmos Radio (Germany).

Her style is inspired by the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Guy J, Sasha, John Digweed, Soul Button, FOLGAR, Soundexile, Artfaq, Antrim, Ezequiel Arias and Martin Garcia among others. Anto is planning to start producing.

This is her first Canadian appearance and Ottawa Prog Vibes is thrilled to have her as our guest for this week’s episode.

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Anto's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 109 - July 10th 2021
Guest DJ: Pithra (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/Pithra
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/pithraa/

TRACKLIST:
Adisyn - Tell Me (Original Mix) 
Jose Vizcaino - Lost In Beats (Original Mix)
Syap – Digital Square (Original Mix)
Pablo Nouvelle feat. Tulliae - Poison (Max Liese Remix)
Kora (CA) - Nous
&lez - Panir (Original Mix)
Emiliano Demarco - Kerberos (Original Mix)
Cosmic_Vision - Aeternum (Original Mix)
Thomas Schwartz, Fausto Fanizza - Mbira (Original Mix)
Lucefora, Boggan - Yage (Original Mix)
Hicky & Kalo - Celestia (Hacker & Miethig Remix)
DSF - Thalassa (Original Mix)
Kurt Baggaley - Outreach (Andrea Careddu Remix)
LØC, Innsæi - Forests (Original Mix)
Tamez - Sextans (Th Moy Remix)


This week we feature an Ottawa stalwart and dear friend of mine. @pithra is well known as a DJ and as one of the founders of @music-art-ppl, one of our city’s most important music and creative collectives. I’ve had the pleasure of playing events with him and his live performances never fail to get people furiously dancing with a huge smile on all night.

Inspired by progressive, deep & minimal house from the 2005-2009 era, Pithra’s journey as a DJ started in 2010. From intimate house parties to clubs and festivals, Pithra is a versatile DJ who has a passion for music with a selection ranging through Deep, Prog, Melodic, Afro, Tribal House & Techno. Pithra is passionate about community and bringing people together.

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Pithra's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 111 - July 24th 2021
Guest DJ: Bryan Wolf Ear (Montreal, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/Bryan.Wolf.Ear
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/bryan_wolf_ear_music/

TRACKLIST
Mark Youssef & Novikoff - Mellotron (Original Mix)	
Nicolas Rada, Armen Miran - Fall Away (Original Mix) 
Greg Ochman - Untold Myth (Dabeat Remix)
Mind Against - Changes (Original Mix) 
Bondarev, Anton Borin - Samadhi (Kasper Koman Remix)
Mpathy - Sickario (Original Mix) 
Husa & Zeyada - A Little Fun (Sasha Carassi Remix) 
Andreas Henneberg, Marbs - Transatlantic_(Original Mix) 
Diego Miranda (ch) - Quantum (Peter Makto Remix)
Ron Flatter – Anoaman (Original Mix) 
Covayelle - Jiko (Original Mix)



A fantastic guest DJ gifts us an exclusive set this weekend. As the driving force behind @strange-town-recordings, Indigenous artist @bryan_wolf_ear is a champion of the underground. Under his guidance, the label is responsible for introducing some of the brightest up and coming names in progressive house music. 

For over 20 years, Bryan has honed his craft as a DJ, sharing the stage with artists Booka Shade, Miss Melera, Pole Folder and Isolée. In addition the Canadian-born and Montréal native holds a residency at the world-renowned Le Salon Daomé and hosts radio-show ‘Strange Town Frequencies’ broadcasted monthly on Proton Radio.

Bryan is well known to us in Ottawa, having played at many of our clubs and parties. We are thrilled to have him on the show.

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Bryan's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 112 - July 31st 2021
Guest DJ: JFUN (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/JFUNmusic
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/jdfun/

TRACKLIST
UNDERHER & Midnight Workouts - Up to You (Fulltone Remix)
Simon Vuarambon – Lazos 
Lost Desert & Amand - Open Form feat. Reigan (Original Mix)
Be Svendsen – Bones (Original Mix)
Brunch (DJ) – Apparatus (Original Mix)
Maceo Plex - Conjure Drama (Original Mix)
Skat Brothers - Walk the Night
Milio – Goenavund (Original Mix)
Robert Babicz – Summertime (Original Mix)
Jay Shepheard - Break in Time (Original Mix)
JFUN - Be What You Wanna Be 


JFUN is the DJ/production project of Jordan David. His musical output combines funky rhythms and four on the floor beats that create a moving celebration of sound while playing a wide range of sonic soundscapes that resonate with the human soul.

JFUN has established a name for himself in his hometown Ottawa, Canada as a DJ, producer, performer, curator and general force of nature that displays a consistent growth and musical evolution. As both a DJ and a musician, JFUN has developed a unique sound, style and connection to the groove over many years of performing in DIY spaces, night clubs, galleries and festival stages. Sharing bills with international acts such as DJ Sneak, Niko Schwind, Djuma Soundsystem, Ollie K and local heavyweights such as Trevor Walker, Rick Laplante, BALU, Martin Villeneuve, Blake Sutherland, The TIMEKODE Crew, Jesse Zotti, Return of the Jaded and Rise Ashen just to name a few.

JFUN has embraced his ability to transfer a refined melodic and rhythmic perspective that captivates listeners and also lights up a dance floor. He has also managed to cultivate a path for his artistic expression that is taking form as he progresses on his musical journey. This being the result of a deep passion and love for dance music culture and community that is undeniable.

JFUN is currently focused producing his debut premiere mix series, ‘DIVISION’ which features a range of dance music from producers from around the world. He is also spending much time in his home studio exploring and crafting new sounds while also curating upcoming releases on his imprint: Music.Art.Ppl, a music, art and poetry label / collective that he co-founded alongside creative peers in Ottawa, Canada.

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JFUN's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 115 - August 21st 2021
Guest DJ: Joe Juarez (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DJAlainM | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes | https://www.facebook.com/joevelvet
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/ | https://www.instagram.com/aztech_love/

TRACKLIST
Datar - B (Danny’s B Cappella)
Tunnelvisions - Guava (Night Mix) 
Sasha & Kolsh - The Lights
Joe Rowe - The Pursuit Of Loneliness
Laroz - Close Feat. Hellogoodbye (D Formation Remix) 
Fabrication - Hot Foot 
Makanan - Limber
Guzzk - Passion
Dj Chus, Tosz, Rosewell - Who (Haze M Remix) 
Guy Mantzur - Homecoming
Alex Kennon - Blinding Lights (Joris Voorn Remix)
Space Motion, Kashovski - The Sun Can’t Compare
Budakid - Silent Summer
Schiller - Ruhe (Humate Remix)
Killahurtz - West On 27th

Our guest DJ this week is one of the giants of electronic music in our city and has a national and global presence built over the last two-plus decades of tireless quality work on a sound signature that is very much his own.

Mexican Canadian house music guru Joe Juarez (@aztech_love) broke into the Canadian electronica scene in the mid 90’s. Playing international and national parties with top residencies and gigs at legendary venues and events including Atomic, Velvet @ Icon, Stereo, Black & Blue, Industry, Cirque du Soleil to name a few. He has played and formed amazing friendships with many of the world’s top talents such as Chus & Ceballos, Deep Dish, Sasha & Digweed, Angel Moraes, D Formation, John 00 Fleming, Roger Sanchez, Hector Romero, Sydney Blu and many more.  

Currently he has launched a new project with fiancee Laura Austen called RZN8, a next level DJ -VJ series with over 10,000 views! The episodes can be seen on YOUTUBE on the AZTECH LOVE page or on the website where sets and episodes are available. Stay tuned for RZN8 LIVE events coming soon.

Joe is also the guy who gave me some of my own early opportunities as a DJ by letting me open some of his legendary Velvet @ Icon parties. If the scene in Ottawa is as vibrant as it has become, it’s thanks to guys like Joe who planted the seeds and did all the heavy lifting right from the early days and never stopped loving the music. 

It’s an honour to welcome him on OPV with this exclusive set he gifts us this week.

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Joe Juarez' Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 117 - September 4th 2021
Guest DJ: PTRCK D (Ottawa, Canada)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/djptrckd | www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptrck_d/ | https://www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/

TRACKLIST
Brigado Crew & Crisstiano - Zulu
Pele - Belladonna
Chaim - Sun Tease
Nacho Varela & Cruz Vittor - Underworld feat. Nauel (Volen Sentir Remix)
Pedro Aguiar &Nuno Ramos - Crystal Clear (Original Mix)
Martin Roth - Alacati (Original Mix)
Fnx - Sun Shower
Sous Sol - Blurred Strings (Original Mix)
Love Over Entropy - The Whisper
Gab Rhome - Do Not Gill Inside
Pablo Fierro - Tel Aviv to Casablanca


The Ottawa talent pool is deep indeed. Our guest this week is PTRCK D (Pat Desjardins), born and raised in our city. A talented DJ and all-around underground dance music enthusiast, he feels an affinity for spinning everything from deep house to progressive, to techno, and is always digging for those special ID’s to get your feet movin'.

PTRCK D's played at the top dance destinations in Ottawa, City At Night, Mercury Lounge and Barrymore's, including multiple appearances at various DNA Presents events, Sunday Sessions and White Rabbit. He's had the honour to share the stage with international artists such as Nora En Pure, Rezz, Danny Avila, Return of the Jaded, Elephante, and local Ottawa house heroes like Joe Juarez, Brink, MAC, Quake, and many others.

Get your headphones ready for a musical treat!

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PTRCK D's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 082 - January 2nd 2021
Guest DJ: Jordi Giménez (Sitges, Barcelona - Spain)
Instagram: instagram.com/jordigimenezdj
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dj-Jordi-Gim%C3%A9nez-224721202351

TRACKLIST:
Jad, Andre - Fada
Distic - Moon Rocket
Goraieb, Luciano Scheffer, Sarah Chilanti - Believe (Andre Moret Remix)
TEELCO - Angels of the Morning
Juan Sapia - Baham (Parallel Universe Remix)
Space Fish - Silhouette (The Stupid Experts Remix)
Maxim Lany - Renaissance (Rodg Extended Remix)
MartyOn & Jorgk - Red Lights (NAHS Remix)
Nathan Nicholson, Nico Morano - Blackout (Moonwalk Extended Remix)
SparroX - Vortex
Alone - Alien (Original Mix)
Jens Lonnberg - Last Breath (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)

We are starting the new year with a very special guest.

Jordi Giménez was born in Barcelona and currently lives in Sitges. His DJ experience goes back to 1994 and he immediately came under the influence of the sounds that defined Eastern Spain in those days.
Throughout his journey, Jordi has experimented with a wide range of genres. He dabbled with the “harder” sounds of the mid- to late-90’s, then evolved through trance, techno and tech house before arriving at today’s progressive sounds. The style that most influenced him was early 2000’s trance.

In addition to his long track record as a DJ, Jordi was also a key collaborator in one of the most prestigious electronic music radio shows out of Valencia, MDT (La Máquina del Tiempo). His sets were broadcast all across Spain multiple times.

Jordi’s style is instantly recognizable. When creating and mixing a set, his dynamic transitions, fader play and blend of genres and styles to create stories and musical narratives all combine into a unique signature sound.

More recently, Jordi won the 2020 World Championship of Progressive House DJ’s, which has raised his global visibility.

He currently plays in the broader range of progressive house and melodic techno. His sessions leave no one indifferent. This one he prepared for Ottawa Prog Vibes is a memorable one, check it out.

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Jordi on Hearthis.at

Ottawa Prog Vibes 083 - January 9th 2021
Guest DJ: George Vargas (Athens, Greece)

TRACKLIST:
Rowee - Empire Of The Sun	                        
Navar - The Slowbeq Paragraph (Scotty.A's Bali Mix)	
Khen - Closing Doors	                                
Spieltape, Dave Pad - Space Chants (Mike Spirit Remix)	        
Simply City - Thrive to Survive (Original Mix)	        
Nishan Lee - Dusty Bees (Matias Chilano Remix)	        
Cazap & Boskis & Niko Rizzo - Personal Space (Black 8 Remix)	                
King Unique - Yohkoh (Rodrigo Mateo Remix)	                
Yotto - Chemicals (Original Mix)	                
Chicola - Yoav (Original Mix)

We continue our guest series with another exceptional DJ.

George Vargas is a DJ and producer born in Athens in 1984. He has performed at several cafes and clubs in Athens (Buzz, Mamacas, Mikro, PIXI, Island, Bronxx, Akanthus, Hive, Aroma) and has shared decks with Henry Saiz and Nick Varon. He has toured internationally, playing clubs and events in Argentina, Egypt and Denmark.

His sound, varying from chill-out and lounge to deep house, tech house, melodic techno and progressive house, has always been something special for his listeners. His sets are played by radio stations across the globe, including as Monkey Radio in India, Prime FM in Hungary, Innervisions & Deepin Radio in the UK, ClubMu in the USA, BIN Radio in Romania, MUV in Mauritius, Golden Wings Music Radio, Nube Radio and MixOne FM in Argentina (where he hosted monthly radio shows called "Wobble" and "Relentless" respectively), BeRadio & Radio Must in Greece and many more. 

As a producer, in 2011 he did a remix for Michel de Hey’s "Curly Wurly" track, in 2012 a remix of the track "Grasshopper" from dPen & Nick Varon as bootleg and a remix of "Russian lights" for Kenneth Thomas's remix contest. In 2014 he got his first track released, a remix of @manuf_producer’s "My Paradise" on @greensnakemusic, to great feedback.

Along with his devotion to music, his musical inspiration originates from the sounds of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Guy J and Henry Saiz, as well as other Greek and foreign DJs, giving his sets and productions a special and unique sound.

I have been following George’s music for several years and have been a fan of his from day one. This is an exclusive set he has prepared for Ottawa Prog Vibes and it is a special thrill to have him as our guest this week.

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George's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 085 - January 23rd 2021
Guest DJ: Amber Long (Toronto, Canada)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmberLongMusic
// https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amberlongsays/
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/

TRACKLIST:
Around Us – El Camino (Belms Remix)
RJ Pickens & Brian Boncher – Astral Dream (Original Mix)
Govinda – Novena (Michael A Remix)
Djimboh – Undertow (Original Mix)
Monastery and the Beast – Harmonize feat. Sugar B
AxeLara – Orion (Original Mix)
Foglight – Engage (Original Mix)
Biotech Patagonia – Iceland (Hacobb Remix)
Audionoble – Nevermore (Toni Manga remix)
MVMB & EMOK – Pathfinders (Green Lake Project Remix)

We are thrilled and extremely blessed to welcome Canada’s biggest name in progressive to our show. 

Performing live for decades, Toronto-based DJ Producer Amber Long has trademarked a sound that is svelte and uniquely her own. Sought after globally and supported by big name artists like Armin Van Buuren, Above & Beyond, Aly & Fila, John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren, her lyrics, voice and productions are well known amongst the Underground Music Community. Passionate and animated, Amber is the living demonstration of an artist who loves her work passionately and intensely and continually tears up dance floors across the world.

Amber Long broke into the international DJ scene playing at Ministry of Sound in London, followed shortly thereafter with gigs in Qatar, Greece, the Netherlands, Israel, Argentina, the USA, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain - with more countries added to the growing tour list each year. Amber’s live vocals at Ministry of Sound set her apart from other DJs on the scene as one of the only female producers to perform live vocals during a set. ADE 2016 and 2017 and in Bahrein Buenos Aires were treated to this one of a kind performance her fans have come to know and love. Long sings live for what she deems special occasions.

Aside from DJing globally, Amber Long runs Toronto-based independent labels Modern Agenda, Modern Architect and Honey Drops – all brands that focus on giving back to their large roster of artists. Modern Agenda is rapidly becoming a go-to label for music lovers and artists alike and Honey Drops carries a different flavor, encouraging artists to share their ambient and down tempo creations.

This exquisite mix by Amber, exclusive to Ottawa Prog Vibes, is ready for your headphones!!

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Amber's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 087 - February 6th 2021
Guest DJ: Godinbols (Valencia, Spain)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godinbols
// https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godinbols/ 
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/

TRACKLIST:
Godinbols - Twisted Waters
Marc Depulse - Manolito
Jeremy Olander - Summit
Kenan Savrun - Meliora
Francesco Pico & Paul Hazendonk - Nifty Fifty (Analog Jungs Remix)
QDream & Bondarev - Amathusia (Dmitry Molosh Remix)
Julieta Kühnle - Out of Mind
Tiefstone - Sauron
Fabrication - Hot Foot (Jamie Stevens & Anthony Pappa Remix)

This week our guest series features a spellbinding set by a very talented DJ and producer from Spain’s third largest city, Valencia.

Growing up in the 80’s, @godinbols spent hours and hours listening to opera and classical music records from his parents. Going through the new wave phase and now, at a much later age, very much influenced by the melodic & progressive techno.

In addition to being a prolific and talented DJ, Godinbols released his debut EP on Belgium’s renowned label @tanzgemeinschaft in 2020, a compilation with fabulous work. Now, in 2021, he rejoins the family with “The Endless Journey” debut EP with a three-tracker backed by a super remix of Madd Rod.

We are proud to present his exclusive set for Ottawa Prog Vibes that I know you will enjoy. It is rich in melody and groove and shows a musical sensibility that speaks volumes about the warm Mediterranean vibes that soak throughout this journey.

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Godinbols' Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 089 - February 20th 2021
Guest DJ: Lastveek (Rostov-on-Don, Russia)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lastveekdj/
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ | https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/

The underground electronic music scene in Russia is alive and kicking, well beyond Moscow and St-Petersburg. Our guest this week, @lastveekdj, hails from Rostov-on-Don, a city about the size of Ottawa and an important port just east of the Ukrainian border. It was one of the host cities of the FIFA 2018 World Cup.

Lastveek’s acquaintance with electronic music began with the compositions “Ethnicolor” by Jean Michel Jarre & “We Are The Robots” by Kraftwerk in the early 90’s. Over the years he developed an even greater interest in electronic music and discovered many musicians, the greatest influence on him during that period was Tijs Michiel Verwest as Tiesto, Nigel Dawson with his project “Dominion” & John Digweed. Lastveek began to attend various events and private parties in the 2000's continuing to form his taste of music, started mixing in 2008. Currently continues as a dj in clubs & radio stations.

His mixing is particularly skillful and his ear for progressive is truly global in his range of tastes. His sets have been featured on @friskyradio and on @proton_radio. We are very happy to present this fantastic and exclusive mix on Ottawa Prog Vibes

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Lastveek's Soundcloud

Ottawa Prog Vibes 091 - March 6th 2021
Guest DJ: Tokumori (Lima, Peru)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ott.prog.vibes || https://www.facebook.com/JuanCTokumori
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djtokumori/ ||
https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/ || https://www.instagram.com/dj.alain.m/

TRACKLIST
Andre Moret - Waltz of the Dew (Subandrio Remix)
Berni Turletti & Forerunners - Mediators (Original Mix) 
Evegrem - White Soul (Original Mix) 
The Cobb - Elysium (Dmitry Molosh Remix) 
Kevin Yair - Green Empire (Donny Carr Remix) 
Simos Tagias - Neutron (Original Mix)  
EANP - Wish Upon (Original Mix) 
Rick Pier O'Neil - Ah Puch (Nicholas Van Orton Remix) 
Cid Inc. & Orsen - A Blessing in Disguise (Original Mix) 
Rick Pier O'Neil - Ah Puch (Original Mix)

This week we are happy and blessed to bring you an incredible set by producer and DJ Tokumori, a friend of Ottawa Prog Vibes’. @juantokumori is one of the many names that the Peruvian scene brings to the world of electronic music. He has crafted a musical style that draws from the sensual and hypnotic sensations of deep house to techno, generously infused with a deep and melodic texture. This is work that you can catalog as a magical and emotional trip.

Tokumori started mixing at the age of 20. He enrolled in Peruvian electronic music school OHM SCHOOL to specialize as a DJ and producer in 2005. His first release was in 2006, then he followed in 2009 under Peruvian label Light Records, and in 2011 he released a record with South African label @kanzenrecords. In 2019 Tokumori released two EPs, “Moon” and “Mesopotamia,” with @mysticcarouselrecords and one EP, “Augurio” with @estriborecords, plus two remixes also with Estribo (sub-labels of Proton Company).

He currently holds residencies with Soundtrip Radio (Ecuador) and MixOne FM (Argentina). He also co-moderates Peru’s largest progressive house Facebook group, Progressive House Peru, under which he hosted a phenomenal series of live streamed podcasts with some of the top DJ’s and producers of the genre from around the world and amazing visuals to accompany the music.

This is an exclusive set for Ottawa Prog Vibes. Enjoy!

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Tokumori's Soundcloud

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.