What lies beneath is a radio show broadcast once a month featuring a configurations mix along with a discussion with an electronic music producer. The discussion aims to offer the producer an opportunity to talk about their processes behind creating the music on both a technical an emotional level. Part 1 provides some insight into Chris Scott (Lexicon Avenue & Echomen).

What Lies Beneath Part 1 - A discussion with Chris Scott (Lexicon Avenue & Echomen)

From House to Techno, we move where our feet go, sunset to sunrise just close your eyes and let the rhythm move you.

Progressive/Melodic house Dj

Hi I'm Mark and I have been enjoying electronic dance music since 1995 when aged 17 I visited Cream in Liverpool for the first time. But I think my earliest memories of it came listening to Key103 radio based in Manchester, and aged 16 hitting the dancefloors of Wigan and Southport.

In 1996 I visited Ibiza for the first time and also that summer purchased my first set of decks. These were Soundlab DLP belt drive turntables. The following summer in 1997 after returning from another holiday to Ibiza I made the jump to Technics 1210 MKII with a Numark mixer. I spent all my spare time in record shops or on the phone to record shops trying to get hold of the next big Dj promo and white label. Every penny I had went on records.

In 2008 I finally made the switch to digital and let my Technics go to a new home. Vinyl is still my favourite way to DJ. But digital is more cost effective and saves on space. I have still retained alot of my vinyl records. Learning to mix on belt drives turntables in 1996 and using vinyl for the best part of 20 years is something todays 17 year old budding DJ's won't be able to replicate. It helped me learn to key music, learn the art of beat matching and basically educate me in all things related to DJ'ing.

But old habits die hard and in 2018 I was back on vinyl, and buying lots of records. I bought Technics 1200s .... the best in my opinion along with the mkII model.

And now here in 2020 I have started the Expressions podcast where I will be showcasing some of my favourite progressive, melodic and techno and deep house tracks. Please check it out, and follow me for notifications of new uploads.

2021 update. I now own the new Technics 1210mk7s. After buying them with much trepidation all I can say is I love them. And now here in 2022 I've sold my digital gear and now operate as a vinyl only dj again. I really appreciate digital and what it brings ... but I'm back doing what I love now and thats the main thing. I just need more space for all the vinyl 😀🙈

Thankyou for visiting my page. I hope you enjoy the mixes I upload. All comments are greatly appreciated.

Keep the vibe going ;-)

Mark

☆ NEW Configurations 22 | Blackheart Pt.2 https://www.beatport.com/release/blackheart-pt-2/4114312

🗿 Configurations of Self

We are a niche imprint, established in 2019 by producer & sound designer Alexander Church, fusing academic teachings, music, & passion for visual media.

The concept is based on psychological theories & ideas, with each piece of music representing emotional responses to the processes, feelings, and self-awareness that label boss Alexander Church has experienced through his study of psychology and counselling. The track titles are a direct reflection of these, allowing for greater awareness of the multiple defences, behaviours, and personality traits one has.

Each EP, some of which are vinyl-pressed, is themed around a particular part of Church's life and academic journey, with accompanying media showcasing Church's own photography of rural & empty places, lakes, and the coast. Melodic, atmospheric and expansive sounds paired with deep, futuristic dub, breaks, & techno that connect on both the mental & physical level is what we strive for. 

For more please visit: https://configofself.com/

"a configuration of self is a hypothetical construct denoting a coherent pattern of feelings, thoughts, and preferred behavioural responses symbolised or pre-symbolised by the person as reflective of a dimension of existence within the self" (Thorne and Mearns, 2000) 

🗿 Life Scripts

As an off-shoot of Configurations of Self, the new Life Scripts imprint will focus on more experimental, ambient, minimal, and breakbeat sounds, inspired by the use of boutique analog synthesizers from Buchla, Black Corporation, Portabella, and Erica Synths, including the Syntrx and Sky Dada System. It stems from the collaboration of Church & frequent studio partner, James Welsh, who together make up the newly formed duo, Common Factors. A name and idea which arose from the two producers’ first encounter and the realization of their many common interests, particularly synthesizers. 

While most of the releases will be from Church & Welsh, they are also open to other stand-out producers with whom they may collaborate.  

Already receiving outstanding early support from the likes of BBC's Erol Alkan & Tom Ravenscroft, NTS Radio, John Digweed, Sasha, Nick Warren, Jamie Stevens, and more, the label has seen 7 EPs since its inception in Jan. '21, including the latest 2022 release with @just-b-4.

"Life Scripts are unconscious relational patterns derived from childhood reactions and experiences. They begin at birth, are reinforced by parents, justified by subsequent events, and culminate into a chosen alternative, outside of awareness, for the remainder of adult life. They can be either extremely empowering or severely limiting."

P.R at Forensic Records 
Social media manager Toldeo Music.
P.A at Lexicon Avenue/Echomen
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What Lies Beneath Part 1 - A discussion with Chris Scott (Lexicon Avenue & Echomen)

Configurations Of Self || Alexander Church