Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM

Instagram Vs Reality | Amber Long explores this topic on her new monthly residency on  Mapped Out Radio. Hear Interviews and a great selection of electronic beats!

Instagram Vs Reality Interview Segment hosted by Amber Long

Toronto-based Amber Long, has trademarked a sound that is uniquely her own. Sought after globally and supported by big name artists. 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.

Aside from DJing globally, Amber Long runs Toronto-based independent labels; Modern Agenda and Modern Architect - brands that focus on giving back to their large roster of artists.

Amber will be joining us a resident hosts every month on Mapped Out Radio!

In this episode: 
Return of the Jaded, MELLY OHH - I'm in Love With You - Techne (Canadian)

Magnovis - ReAwaken - Modern Agenda Music (Canadian)

Sivz - Stay With Me - Monstercat (Canadian)

Closing out this weeks episode of Mapped Out Radio, we have a mix from our good friend Spot Ghis - @spotghis

The set was recorded live this past summer during an outdoor community park jam that we held. The Community Park Jam included Dj sets from Trevor Walker, (The Friday Drive) MELO-T, So Durand B2B Sacha Foster and Spot Ghis got things rolling for us! If you're missing summer, this set will surely heat you up! Spot Ghis is all about transitions, indie dance and dark disco! Enjoy :)

Hear more great music from Spot Ghis on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/spotghis

Link to show on CKCU 93.1: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/54985.html

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Kerosene from Iron X Fitness - Guest Mix from Spot Ghis

Instagram Vs Reality | Amber Long explores this topic on her new monthly residency on Mapped Out Radio.

Canadian Tunes featured in this episode:

RUMPUS - I Get Down with Aliens (Feat. Kid Enigma) - Westwood Recordings
BLONDISH - Waves ft_Grace_Tither (Original Mix)- Spinnin’ Deep
ELEPHANT JUKEBOX - Pacific Sunrise (Earl & Majors Binary Sun Remix) - Mixed by Monkeys

Interview: Jessica Burman, CEO of Cocoon Apothecary
Cocoon Apothecary Canada

About Cocoon Apothecary

First and foremost, we are sustainable. Our entire skincare line is Ecocert Cosmos Natural or Organic, which is a guarantee that we have ethically-sourced ingredients with responsible packaging and processes in place.

With almost 20 years of experience behind us, we are known for providing the highest quality skin care products. We don’t over-complicate our formulas or routines in order to sell something you won’t like or need. We prefer to nourish and protect your skin with high performing naturals that can be used by the most sensitive of skin types.

We believe in plant ingredients for moisturizing, protecting, healing, and rejuvenating skin. Our extensive knowledge of bio-actives helps us create formulas that perform. The scents and textures are a way for you to connect with nature and create a daily ritual that you will look forward to.

As pioneers in the green beauty industry, being innovative has always been a necessity and we have carried it forward through the years by creating sustainable solutions to skin care needs. We have built relationships with suppliers from around the world and are able to source the best ingredients. Our products are manufactured in-house to maintain complete control over the quality and nothing sits on our shelf for long.

Guest Mix from No Entropy

No Entropy is a Russian-born electronic music artist, based in Toronto, Canada. She was captivated by the sound of electronic music, and the techniques of sampling used by Yello in 1997. This marked the beginning of her lifelong love story with the vast world of electronic music.

When DJ’ing live, her sound can be described as dark, deep, and sexy; characterized by deep basslines, percussive progressions, trippy vocals, and grooves that one can lose themselves in. She loves the complexity of layering sounds, and creating a feeling of magic, and a feeling of being somewhere else, like in another dimension, or in a trance through music.

Every gig and every podcast mix are unique because the collective emotions and experiences felt at that time and space are encapsulated and associated to that mix forever, like a time capsule which is absolutely mind blowing.

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Jessica from Cocoon Apothecary - Guest Mix from No Entropy

This month on the Instagram Vs Reality segment of Mapped Out Radio with Amber Long, we are trying something different with a delightful co-host, DJ Pøptrt. We wanted to put the spotlight on some of our Indigenous artists from Turtle Island and learn more about their sounds, influences, inspirations and struggles. DJ Mix is provided by DJ Pøptrt.

Program Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/55708.html

FOLLOW: 

DJ PØPTRT music via https://soundcloud.com/djpoptrt
RHOMBI music via https://soundcloud.com/rhombi_music
Caylem Simeon music via https://soundcloud.com/dj-caylem-simeon

Welcome to Mapped Out Radio Presented by Music.Art.Ppl. featuring fresh tunes, mixes + features. Interviews with Creatives and Change Makers. Join us as we uncover the unique arts scene in our community and hear first hand from those who are working to reshape our cultural landscape locally and around the globe.

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - DJ Pøptrt, Rhombi, Caylem Simeon

For this month’s episode of Instagram vs. Reality on Mapped Out Radio, or in this case, YouTube, Amber Long chats with Ottawalks, an Ottawa-based YouTube channel providing walking & biking videos of the city that recently saw a lot of action on their YouTube. 

Ottawalks, by doing what they have done throughout the pandemic to shine a light on Ottawa, had no idea the impact their winter walks and the channel would have on the world.

For the music mix, Amber takes time to research what producers have been making and how they have been using their passion. Producers expressed themselves emotionally and politically and kept themselves inspired when the live events industry came to a grinding halt.

Just a reminder, now that venues are open and performers are performing, go out and support your local events and favourite artists as much as possible. If you run into a polite guy walking around in random places in Ottawa with a gimble, be sure to say hello to Ottawalks. 

Ottawalks: https://www.youtube.com/c/Ottawalks

Sinejan – Back Alive [CANADIAN]
Vandelux – Matter of Time (feat. Alex Maher) [CANADIAN]

Program Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/56111.html

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Ottawalks - Guest Mix from Amber Long

This month for the Instagram vs. Reality Segment on Mapped Out Radio, hosted by Amber Long, we have local Ottawa DJ and Producer, Bundarr. His bio is hard to find online but if you are at any live event in the city, you can just ask him anything you want in person. Avid supporter of the scene, rising house producer, audio engineer, hype DJ, A&R for a growing music label… Is there anything he doesn’t do? Join us and find out where Bundarr is headed and where you can find him live.

Our guest DJ Mix is from our guest a couple of months ago, Caylem Simeon from the Tsuut’ina Nation out west. Caylem is the Executive Talent Director for Drumbeat Entertainment based in YYC and has been DJing for three decades, bringing house music to eager ears and dancefloors.

Guest Artist Interview - Bundarr

DJ/Producer 🏚 Ottawa, ON, CA A&R at @pmprecords Check out: @undercover.ott https://www.instagram.com/bundarrmusic/ https://www.facebook.com/Bundarrmusic https://soundcloud.com/bundarr https://open.spotify.com/artist/5KL3rf2ky4z1moGQXX2rqG

DJ Mix – Caylem Simeon

An Indigenous DJ from the Tsuut’ina Nation, Caylem Simeon has been playing house and techno for 29 years across Western Canada. Creating DJ sets and atmosphere that are pulsing with mesmerizing rhythmic grooves, playing house and techno vibes with a sound that creates a musical experience that resonates within the soul.

Having played selective and high-profile gigs throughout the last 29 years across Canada, Caylem has been given the opportunity to perform at Beakerhead, Alberta Electronic Music Conference, Night Lodge at Habitat Living Sound the last two years, as well as guest mixes for Brutal and The Beautiful, Sugar Shack Radio, Pure Radio Holland as guest DJ and Boss Traxx Radio in NYC. Having held residencies in Calgary, he has become known for his soundtrack/soundscapes that are more of a journey and story for his audience. Now he is the Executive Talent Director for Drumbeat Entertainment based in YYC.

Proving himself to be a versatile DJ, Caylem has been playing house, tech-house, techno, breaks, and downtempo sets across Western Canada crafting a unique sound and style with an unapologetic and relentless style of mixing records. Always treating every opportunity as his first, he has always remained thankful at every opportunity. 

https://soundcloud.com/dj-caylem-simeon

CKCU 93.1 FM Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/56460.html

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Bundarr - Guest Mix from Caylem Simeon

In this month’s episode of Instagram Vs Reality on Mapped Out Radio, we shine the spotlight on a well-known and well-loved DJ and promoter in Ottawa, Alain M.

So often the work of locals is overlooked and taken for granted when the reality is, that these artists are the backbone of our nightlife. DJs making crowds dance, weekend after weekend, and the promoters who host great shows for people to attend.

And then you have those who do both, hybrid creatives like Alain M.

We chat about Progressive House Music, radio shows, Ottawa Prog Vibes, Expedition shows, and just how great it is to be back playing and attending live events. Be sure to get out and support your venues, promoters, artists, and small businesses!

Tracks in this episode:

Golan Zocher, Kamilo Sanclemente, Amber Long – Getting Closer (Robert Babicz Remix)
Dowden, Amber Long – Ripple (Original Mix) [CANADIAN]

ALAIN M LINKS 
https://soundcloud.com/alainm2 https://www.facebook.com/DJAlainM https://www.instagram.com/ottawaprogvibes/

SHOW LINK ON CKCU: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/56737.html

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Interview And Guest Mix - Alain M

FOLLOW: @institutionywg
For this month’s episode of Instagram Vs Reality, we touch base with friends from Winnipeg about their collective, INSTITUTION, and how it is rapidly becoming a hot spot to visit in Canada for artists and partygoers alike. INSTITUTION is a collective of Winnipeg-based promoters, DJs, and electronic music lovers. Our mission is to promote the underground scene, support Canadian producers, DJs, labels, and promoters, and connect with the international progressive house and techno community.

The co-founders of INSTITUTION are 3 Winnipeg couples: Jen Horsman & Chris Andrew, Charity & David Lambert, and Liliana & Jeff Wills. But there is a larger collective of resident DJs, volunteers, ambassadors, event staff, and planners that make INSTITUTION possible.

INSTITUTION

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstitutionYWG/ 
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/institutionywg 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/institutionywg/

Guest Mix from Jeff Wills, aka MMZ; https://soundcloud.com/oelleo

SHOW LINK: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/57127.html

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Interview with Institution YWG - Guest Mix - MMZ

MAPPED OUT RADIO
Friday, September 9th, 2022

In this month’s episode of Instagram vs. Reality on Mapped Out Radio, we are pleased to speak to a recent Carleton Alumni who has found the balance between putting her education to good use as well as feeding her creative soul in a most unexpected way.

Rage with Me Senpai, or Merinah as her friends know her, speaks to us about the importance of listening to your inner muse when it comes to creativity and even if we do everything we are “supposed to” do in life, we need to also do things that feed our soul. It is different for everyone.

Writer and content creator for EDM Maniac, Rage with Me Senpai has started going viral on TikTok while reporting on various EDM festivals this summer that she’s attended. Dipping into a fine mix of comedy and controversy, join our chat to dive deeper into sustainability and social media.

Guest mix: Amber Long
Program Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/57578.html

LISTEN

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Interview with Rage With Me Senpai - Guest Mix - Amber Long

MAPPED OUT RADIO
Friday October 7th, 2022 with Amber Long
Show link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/57890.html

In this episode of Instagram vs Reality, Amber Long and Samantha Knoxx have a candid conversation about gender and sexuality, all based on a TikTok algorithm thread that suggested how we dress announces our sexuality, but it goes deeper than that. 

The two explore different ideas and historical examples of how people’s dress has been used to denote status and now in 2022, how we may be dressing to express ourselves or conversely, not be a target of crime.

Guest mix from GABBY

BIO
After travelling the world by herself, Gabrielle (-GABBY-) comes back home transformed. Since she's little, her motivation has been to change the world. She starts studying humanities and quickly discovers her passion for human beings. Helping one another, especially vulnerable people, shaped her into a real professional. She learnt that connecting with other souls is what keeps us alive. Her entrepreunerships brings her in 2020 when she decided to host her own fundraiser concept called Sound of CF. The CF letters stand for cystic fibrosis disease, a chronic condition she's been living with. The fundraiser ( @fkenmusique) has changed her life and shaped positively her relationship with the illness. It's through music, dancing and yoga that her recent healing process takes place. By expressing her true nature and enjoying arts on all forms. She cumulated various experiences in DJing and she understands the power of it all.
Her motto: looking for that beat that will change the world.

Her debut into the music scene is the continuation of her hard work, creativity and dedication she's put into previous projects.
When she was little, she listening to The Beatles, Queen, Pink Floyd. After exploring rap, hip-hop, classical instruments and electronic dance music(EDM), she likes to specialize in Organic House, Progressive House, Deep House and Melodic & Techno.

She's inspired by artists like Hicky & Kalo, Above & Beyond, Elif, BLOND:ISH, Sinca, Bodai, Nopi, Enamour, Steyoyoke, Julie/Anne and Kora (CA).

Sharing her passion for DJing with her lover @djenigmat
Discover GABBY on social media.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/djgabbyp
Instragm: www.instagram.com/gabbyesta.music/
Twitch: www.twitch.tv/heyitslagabbyesta

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Interview Samantha Knoxx - Guest Mix - GABBY

MAPPED OUT RADIO
Friday December 9th, 2022 with Amber Long
Show link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/58648.html

This month’s Instagram Vs Reality for Mapped Out Radio on CKCU FM 93.1 is a trip down memory lane with Amber Long during her time at Amsterdam Dance Event in October. After recently arriving back in Canada from being on tour, Amber put together a candid show with some voice notes from her phone from conversations overheard or had in Amsterdam at the festival. Everything discussed is legal in that country and the voice notes share the air of what the city was about that week.

INCLUDING:
Bohemia feat. Cathy Rocher (Original Mix)
Sean Ae, Ria Mehta - Bohemia feat. Cathy Rocher (Original Mix)- Modern Agenda
ZenLily - I Wanna (Original Mix)- Modern Architect
Amber Long, Echo Babylon - Katabasis (Original Mix)- Droid9

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - ADE 2022 Recap - Live Guest Mix - Amber Long b2b Zoyzi

SHOW LINK: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/59236.html

The Music.Art.Ppl crew connect for a reflective round table discussion about 2022s highlights and lowlights for us as individuals and the scene in general. Join Nick, Peter, Jordan, and Amber for this whimsical episode with no real rhyme or reason other than to connect and share experiences of the year past and get excited together over the recent evolution of events and electronic music.

Includes: 

KURRENT - FLOAT (Original Mix)Canadian
fwd/slash - If the Sky Should Fall (feat. Brïah)Canadian
Amber Long, Echo Babylon - Katabasis (Original Mix)Canadian
Robert Hardy, Amber Long - Fade in my Dreams (Original Mix)Canadian

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - 2022 MAP Round Table Recap - 01.13.23

EPISODE LINK: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/60025.html

In this episode of Mapped Out Radio, Amber Long brings back the Voice Note Diaries, this time from Melbourne, Australia, inviting us into her adventures with her friend eM, or Emma, on Australia Day and then for an outing to a club on a Sunday afternoon. Candid, random moments make up this episode along with some new collaboration tunes from Amber.  

The last tune, Light Redirection, is by NYC Producer, Cult Posture and Amber Long and is out April 14th. It is a unique collaboration between the two and is the first electronic vocal “song” (not dancefloor music) Amber has released in years.  

The guest mix is a live mix from Toronto DJ AMRA – her bio is “Embodiment of a psychedelic fairy and a forest goblin, living in Toronto.” We will just leave it at that.

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Adventures With Emma In Australia - Guest Mix AMRA - March 31 2023

EPISODE LINK: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/60243.html

In this episode of Mapped Out Radio, Amber Long hosts a vulnerable and truthful segment of Instagram Vs Reality.  

In a relaxed atmosphere, while sitting in a hammock, Amber recorded this segment to talk about the things we miss in life if we follow a process or “the rules” or instructions too closely, too literally. She reminisces about her path in the electronic music industry and “learning” her role as a vocalist in EDM but also recognizes she is a songwriter and poet and how being uncompromising about her path sometimes stopped her from completely enjoying all the things her own creativity had to offer.  

A second time on the show, she discusses the creation of her tune with Cult Posture – Light Redirection, how this collaboration brought her back to her roots, and the reason she started performing and making music in the first place.  

Second part music mix from Holly Timis

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Hammock Musings - Guest Mix by Holly Timis

EPISODE LINK: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/62300.html

In this episode of Instagram vs. Reality on Mapped Out Radio, it gets taken over by a real life trio comparable to Charlie’s Angels. Cosmic Venus takes on the role of interviewer to chat with Amber Long and vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, Brïah.

The duo have a new track coming out October 20 on Modern Agenda Music called Everything to Nothing that carries significant meaning to both Amber and Brïah.

First we get into the introduction as to who Brïah is, her musical journey over the years and talk about how she became a Canadian artist with millions of streams and almost 100k Spotify listeners a month.

Then we get into the production process between Amber and Brïah, how Everything to Nothing came to exist and the profound meaning this special tune has for each of them.

Lastly, Everything to Nothing gets its first public play on Mapped Out Radio on CKCU FM.

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Everything to Nothing Production Journey - Amber Long And Brïah

Episode Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/60943.html
Interview with Aerial Elle from UV Pole Fitness and Cirque
In this episode of Instagram vs Reality on Mapped Out Radio, Amber interviews Elisa aka Aerial Elle from UV Pole Fitness and Cirque in Toronto in a candid conversation about what it is like running a business, fighting the patriarchy, appreciation for the arts in Toronto or lack thereof, community spirit, how important it is to try something new and getting to know your own body as an act of healing the global consciousness. 

Tunes in this episode - Part 1 and 2:

Whipped Cream – Angels (Original Mix) [CANADIAN]
Romy - Strong feat. Fred Again (Pretty Girl Remix)
Whipped Cream - Be Here (La La La) (Original Mix) [CANADIAN]
Fred Again - Kyle (i found you) (Original Mix)
Rezz – Gyrate (Original Mix) [CANADIAN]
Rezz - Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) (Original Mix) [CANADIAN]
Monolink – Rearrange My Mind (Nicole Moudaber Remix)

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1FM - Elisa From UV Pole and Cirque - Part 1 - June 16 2023

Episode link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/60551.html

In this episode of Mapped Out Radio, Amber Long brings the voice notes back in her Instagram Vs Reality segment. After leaving credit cards at home and a non-functioning bank card, Amber took off to South East Asia, sending herself money through Western Union in whatever country she visited.  Going through the motions of solo travel on a budget, life brings valuable lessons about letting go, releasing things to fate and seeing the good that can come from relinquishing control of things beyond our control and pressing on to live life to the fullest. 

Music in this episode:
Amber Long, Echo Babylon – Blowfish (Original Mix) [Droid9] 
ZenLily – Goodbye (Original Mix) [Modern Agenda Music]

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1FM - Three Dollars And Good Luck - May 12 2023

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1FM - Elisa From UV Pole and Cirque - Part 2 - June 16 2023

Episode Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/62838.html

For this installment of Instagram vs. Reality on Mapped Out Radio, Amber Long takes us on an ‘in the streets’ journey through Amsterdam for some fun voice notes of her week in Amsterdam for ADE last month.

Listen to Zehv (NYC) and Simos Tagias (Athens) talk about the analog versus digital debate for studio production, some random clips in the streets and a short round table discussion on Sunday, recovery day, for some friends who meet up for a celebratory lunch - Alain M (Canada), Lbert (Netherlands), Nishan Lee (Sri Lanka), Twilight Music Sculpture (Canada), ZenLily (USA) and Amber, herself. 

It’s whimsical and scattered, just like the kinds of those who attended ADE this past year.

Tunes played in this episode:
Amber Long & Echo Babylon - Milk of Paradise
Amber Long & Echo Babylon - Moral Fiber

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - ADE 2023 Recap - Nov 17 2023

Episode Link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/63642.html
For this episode of Mapped Out Radio, Instagram Vs. Reality with Amber Long, she talks to Zehv, DJ Producer from Brooklyn, NYC. The two have a brief conversation about his music and shows he played in 2023, where he derives inspiration and future plans for his productions and musical adventures. Zehv has a two-track EP coming to Modern Agenda in a couple months so his tunes 2x4 and Bumi Time get their first spin on Canadian Radio, here on Mapped Out Radio. The mix that follows is a live mix recorded from one of his shows in Berlin in the Fall of 2023. 

Zehv is an artist you might not have heard of until now but after you hear his work, you won't forget him. 

Zehv - 2x4
Zehv - Bumi Time

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Zehv - Jan 19 2024

Episode link: https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/593/64336.html

As Amber scrolled through the archives of her phone, she stumbled upon a forgotten voice note, recorded a year ago, Feb 16, 2023. It was a relic from a time of epic life transformations and after taking the daring leap to travel solo to the other side of the world as a woman. As she listened, a rush of emotions overwhelmed her and she felt the need to share this with Mapped Out Radio listeners. 

The once timid voice on the recording was now infused with a newfound confidence, echoing the journey of self-discovery and empowerment she had embarked upon. In that moment, Amber realized the depth of freedom and independence she had gained by taking chances and believing in herself. Each step she took, each challenge she conquered, was a testament to the joy and fulfillment that comes from embracing uncertainty and embracing one's own strength.

For this reason, she shares this intimate voice note and train of thoughts with us for this episode of Instagram vs. Reality. 

OHMZ - Amat [kosa]
Marimbora (KÖNI RenäRRäted Mix) [Sol Selectas]
Veda Ray - Karmic Debt [kosa]
Pyramido, Tony L Issac - Ya Ghaly [kosa]
Luke Hunter - Divine Vibration (Robert Babicz Remix) [Laika Sounds]

Mapped Out Radio CKCU 93.1 FM - Take the Leap - 01.03.24

STREAM ON SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3BmnsNV
LABEL: @modernagenda
DEMOS: modernagendamusic@gmail.com

Donations graciously accepted for The Native Women's Shelter in Montreal: 
http://www.nwsm.info/donate

From the bustling streets of Toronto, Amber Long makes waves with her signature sound. Supported by top-tier artists and blessed with a voice that soothes souls near and far, she has charmed audiences across countries such as Australia, the USA, the UK, the Netherlands, Greece, Spain, Qatar, Mexico, Argentina, Jamaica, and her throughout her homeland, Canada. She's smashed through the glass ceiling with her music and collaborations, which have been signed to multiple prestigious labels. 

Amber's passion for spinning is not limited just there; not only does she travel everywhere but also runs an independent label Modern Agenda - an independent label home to producers who are being championed for their work in Progressive House, Techno and Melodic Techno, primarily.  

Amber launched the LIA Series in 2021, a series of guest mixes highlighting up-and-coming female and female-representing artists from around the globe. Amber has also been hosting Frisky Radio's Rogue Radio Show since 2017 and has been involved with The Canadian Juno Awards for many years now.  

With music coursing through every vein of hers; it's easy to see why Amber believes in its power to heal us all.