49:45 Quenum & LAD - Ithaca - Favorite Track of This mix

Amazing intro bro.. love it. Inspiring stuff

We are proud to present you with the very first edition of the Balance Selections podcast series with which we'll aim to bring you some of the very best in up and coming, established and outright interesting artists working in the scene today. For the first edition of Balance Selections podcast we head to the Netherlands to feature one of the most promising underground producers to emerge from Europe: Navar.

When we recently spoke to Guy J (http://www.balancemusic.com.au/features/guy-j-interview-balance-presents/)  -who remixed Navar's 'Phases of Grief' track for his Balance Presents- we asked him who he would select to do a Balance Selections podcast: "I would choose Navar as i find his productions have its very own style and something unique to it. He can do dancefloor friendly tracks or deeper tracks and it will always have his sound on it. He is very talented producer and I have plans for him on my Lost & Found label."

Coming from one of the scene's most loved producers that is indeed a glowing endorsement - and we have to say that we agree with him. Navar's production style can fluctuate between grooves that pack a heavy punch ('Verbeeldingskracht') to more restrained and deeper melodic sounds ('Atemzüge'), and for his podcast Navar has delivered a deep and techy workout that sits somewhere in between those tracks. This podcast definitely showcases that there is more to Navar's musical range than what you might think....

Tracklisting can be found here: 
http://www.balancemusic.com.au/features/balance-selections-001-navar/

Balance Selections 001: Navar

In November 2020, I was asked to warm up for Anthony Pappa at Brown Alley's rooftop for the Warehouse 3000 Rooftop Summer Series. I decided to keep it chilled and smooth and I was pleasantly surprised to see so many people grooving and cheering so hard to such downtempo vibes. It was a great atmosphere!

DJ Set @ Warehouse 3000 Rooftop Party

This week we’re delighted to have a long time friend of the label guesting. Someone who has been wowing us with his production prowess for longer than we care to remember. Head honcho of the fantastic Forensic imprint which he’s recently relaunched to wide acclaim, out of the glorious North East of England, please give it up for...  Lexicon Avenue. 

1 Carlos Barbero -Closer to Closure

2 Junes & BATO – Voelen (Joe Mattei ReD-Nox mix)

3 Golan Zocher & Greenage – Lost Man

4 The Stupid Experts, Oliver Harper and Seth Vogt – Voices

5 Redpace, UNWA – Spiderdance

6 Frankie Vertigo – Moonface (Aman Anand Deep Space Remix)

7 2UP – Devotion (D-Nox Remix)

8 Hoten – Temptation

9 Michael & Levan, Stiven Rivic – Open Up (Lexicon Avenue & Toledo Remix)

10 Hoten – 29 Summers (D-Nox Nine One Remix)

11 Dee Montero – Maya (Rodriguez Junior Remix)

This podcast is hosted by Syndicast.

Selador Sessions 149 | Lexicon Avenue

As the founding member of Infusion, Jamie Stevens has quite the pedigree. In the early to late 2000's he traveled with the band all around the globe playing the world’s most prestigious clubs and festivals (and we are talking Glastonbury, Coachella and Roskilde among many others) which has given him the opportunity to hone his live performance skills and learn the intricate art of dancefloor mechanics - traits which he meticulously apply to his DJ sets which can range from driving peak time tek to stoned-out warm up slots (check his recent warm up set for Danny Howells in Melbourne).

On the production tip Jamie has really propelled himself forward with a characteristic cinematic, percussive and bass-heavy sound that has seen his tracks find a home on labels like Bedrock, Dieb Audio, Chameleon and microCastle (if you’ve not heard Jamie’s recent microCastle track ‘The Wonder of You’ yet, do yourself a favour and listen to it now. Just don’t blame us when you melt away after hearing it). His instantly recognizable remixes created for the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Booka Shade, D.Ramirez, Cid Inc and Antix amongst a host of others have been no stranger to praise and support from the biggest names in the industry: Sasha, Laurent Garnier, D-Nox, Adam Beyer, Danny Howells and Secret Cinema.

We can’t be more excited to have Jamie on board for a Balance Selections podcast and man, did he deliver. One look at the tracklisting below will tell you that he has bought himself the biggest musical spade he could find for some proper crate digging. As Jamie puts it: “I just chose tracks that told a story all together rather than just new tunes or one particular feel: electronica, 50s computer music, berlin techno, Krautrock, progginess... Haha!”  That might sound like hyperbole but he is spot on with that description as there is no specific sound happening here (that said, there is an underlying theme connecting all of the tracks). Rather, what you will find here is a collection of interesting tracks that is far more than the sum of its parts - and isn't that the hallmark of all great mixes? Enough already. Familiarise yourself with Jamie though the Q+A below, then switch of the lights, power down your phone, put on the headphones and press play. As the famous line by British actor Geoffrey Sumner goes: "This is a journey into sound!"

Tracklisting and interview here: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selection-004-jamie-stevens/

Balance Selections 004: Jamie Stevens

Here's my set from 909 Presents John Digweed 18.11.16 at Gorilla, Manchester. it was a lot of fun to play at this event, I hope you had a good time if you went along.

Heres the tracklist :

Soul Of Hex - The Clapper - FREERANGE	
Detroit Swindle  - Sugar Sugar
Atmosphere - Dancing' In Outta Space  (The Revenge Rework 2)	
Kenny Hawkes - Sleaze Dubbing (DJ T. Edit) - GET PHYSICAL			
Rafael Moraes - Calling - GET PHYSICAL	     	
Grace Jones - Unknown (Christian Woodward mix)
LoYoTo - Sheijk - WATERGATE
Steve Parry - Luna - Selador
Han Haak - Insipid Town (Ki Creighton & Makanan Remix) - Selador
Dee Montero & Dimitri Nakov - Alba  -Selador
Yost Koen -Love O' Money (feat Leroy) - Carioca
Sordo & Rodriguez - Vestidor De Noche (Hauswerks Mix) - UNDERGROUND AUDIO
Joal feat Piermaria Chapus - The Magician (Steve Parry Remix) - Selador

Live at 909

Steve Parry LIVE At 909 Presents John Digweed 18.11.16 at Gorilla, Manchester

Out now, check out the link here for multiple store options on the 6xCD , 4x12" Vinyl and digital / streaming options
https://www.johndigweed.com/music/

Following on from the last “Live in Tokyo” compilation, John Digweed's next album acts as a celebration but also a landmark release. Output in Brooklyn has been one of the shining lights in clubland with its forward thinking policies and attention to detail with mind blowing sound and lighting. Having been a regular behind the decks since it opened and having released a “Live in Brooklyn” album over 2 years ago you could say I have a real love for this space. When it was announced that the club was closing and I would be playing the very last set there I had so many mixed emotions from sadness to joy and an overwhelming pressure to deliver a party that a club of that stature deserves. I really put my heart and soul into that party drawing from my favourite tracks over the years.

The set seemed to fly by and there was just a constant sea of smiling faces from the dance floor all night long as the crowd literally savoured every record on that crystal clear sound system.  After listening back to the set I knew this album had to come out and not just be another mix online. It deserved to be part of peoples music collection and a memento for years to come. We have managed to licence 6 cd’s worth of music from the night.  I hope you can immerse yourself in one of my favourite sets in NY for years.

The colourful distinctive packaging designed to celebrate Output's last night comes with a special die cut slipcase, box, wallets, CD combining to create the layers of a vortex. The album spans 6 compact discs with sleeve notes included in an 8 page booklet.

John Digweed - Last Night At Output Mini Mix

Tara Brooks at the controls for one of the best parties of the year. Her masterful opening set for the legend Sasha defined the tone & thick vibes for the epic sold-out party. She was so good, we invited her back again this September 28th to open up for John Digweed in Denver. Info for that party and tickets > bit.ly/DIGWEED3
@tarabrooksmusic

Tara Brooks|Opening Set Sasha Warehouse Experience[3]Denver 4/6/19

For more info and download visit: https://bit.ly/2PGaRzn

https://soundcloud.com/john-digweed

Mix info & Download

EG.800 John Digweed

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au
@timo-maas

Timo Maas the now legendary artist, has been on a 30-year quest to deliver his musical wizardry to the world.
From a residency at the ground-breaking Circoloco at DC10 in Ibiza, where he has been entrenched for over 15 years, to tours around Europe and the rest of the world, Timo Maas maintains a high level of performance.
The visionary German also dedicates his time to conjuring up fresh new original productions in his studio for his Rocket and Ponies label, along with remixes for a plethora of superstars, from Madonna to Depeche Mode, and Fatboy Slim to Muse.
Timo has retained a love and passion for making and playing music that is indelibly etched into his psyche, and it makes him the man he is today; driven, positive, infinitely creative, and full of magic.

Balance Selections 146

INTERVIEW & TRACKLIST

Balance Selections 146: Timo Maas

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au

For those who knew Phil K through his music will know he was a one-of-a-kind talent, a global dance music pioneer who promoted niche producers, and pushed the boundaries of electronic music through technology and raw skill. 

Those lucky enough to have had Phil in their personal life can attest that he was that rare kind of human, a man who approached everyone judgement-free, and with an open heart. He was also the type of person that treated everyone he met with love and respect, and, is if they were a good friend.
 
We were also privileged to have known Phil personally and also honoured to have him as part of the Balance Music family. Back in 2002, he compiled a release that for many is still one of the most significant entries into the Balance Series. It was a statement of the intense passion that Phil had for electronic music, and his ability to effortlessly connect dots between many shades of dance music. At the time no one fused genres like break-beats and house together, but that all changed with Phil K.

Even though it’s with great sadness that we share the news of Phil passing, the joy and the music he gave us will remain forever. 

As a tribute to the great man, we offer you Phil’s incredible Balance Series compilation album number 4 in its full glory.

Balance 004

TRACKLIST

Balance Selections: Tribute to Phil K

It's a new year for Music Treasures Series and we are still continuing very strong, this time we have Anthony Pappa, name that need no introduction in the underground scene. He is considered as 
one of the pioneers and still very influential to this date. Be ready for a special 3h mix which will blow your mind, just listen and enjoy.

Anthony is an Australian DJ and electronic music producer from Melbourne.
Pappa was born in Italy but was raised in Melbourne, Australia where he attended Marcellin College. At the age of four he got his first drum which inspired him to become a producer later in life.

Pappa started DJ career at the age of 13. He won Australia's DMC DJ championship at the age of 15, and by the age of 21 was playing for most prolific clubs. After meeting Sasha and John Digweed during an Australian tour, he decided to move to Great Britain to further pursue a DJ career.

He appeared on the List of DJ Magazine's Top 100 DJs each year between 1997 and 2003. Pappa played at the I Love Techno music festival in France. In 2008, he played at the SAMC (South American Music Conference). In 2000, he was on the cover of DJ Mag.

He has released mix compilations on labels including Platipus Records, System Recordings, EQ's Balance, and most notably on Boxed's Renaissance, Global Underground and NuBreed series. He also did mixes for the Nina Kraviz’s song "I’m Gonna Get You", before founding his own music label Red Light District in 2008.

In 1998, Pappa teamed up with Alan Bremner under the name Freefall to produce the one off trance classic "Skydive", featuring Jan Johnston on vocals. The song has since been remixed more than ten times. He has also remixed tracks for Chicane including a bootleg of Offshore that was officially released and charted at #17 in the UK.

During the 2004 tour, Pappa performed at Womb nightclub in Tokyo, Japan and then performed at Zouk in Kuala Lampur. He also performed at the various clubs in Beijing, Taipei, Hong Kong and Singapore.

In 2018 he teamed up with Gab Oliver of Narcotik, as well as working on a new single with Quivver.

In 2019, Pappa performed at the Circus Paradise Arts and Music Festival and on 30 March of the same year, he played at LaDiDa.

Pappa isn’t a stranger to new ventures; as well as producing mix CDs for Renaissance and Global Underground, throughout his career he’s played the role of producer, done his own studio tracks, and of course performed live

Incredibly in-demand, whether he’s producer, DJ or head of a record label. After seeing Pappa work his way around a studio as well as behind the decks, DJ Pete Gooding described him as “the best DJ, technically, I ever saw”, and his technical skills have blown critics and fans away. Pappa says that his ability for classical drumming has helped his renowned mixing skills.


► Anthony Pappa:

► Beatport: https://bit.ly/39BYxtw
► Facebook: http://bit.ly/3nKJjHJ
► Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/39DEOcO

Music Treasures Series 006 - Anthony Pappa

Iconic electronic compilation series & music imprint

Est. 2000

Flying the flag for ‘quality independent electronic music’, born and bred on a national and global scale in their homebase of Australia and beyond, Balance Music have been at the very forefront of underground house music since its inception, expertly guided by experienced director Tom Pandzic. Their revered Balance Mix Series (Established in 2000) has seen the likes of Max Cooper, James Zabiela, Kolsch, Hernan Cattaneo, Henry Saiz, Danny Tenaglia, Deetron, Joris Voorn, Patrice Baumel, James Holden, Agoria, Phil K (R.I.P.), and more step up to the plate for one of the most essential collections across the entirety of the electronica spectrum, whilst Balance Series, their showcase for expressive tech, progressive and wider variations of house music, is a focal point of the sound. The latter has nurtured top-drawer releases from quality artists encompassing a plethora of upcoming and established acts. As the brand continues to grow exponentially, their ever-expansive popularity shows no signs of letting up. - Juno

Balance Selections 004: Jamie Stevens

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