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Recorded at Japan's Dommune in December last year. Thanks go to the esteemed music space for allowing us to share the set.

Craig Richards is fabric's musical director and resident DJ. To see his upcoming dates head to www.fabriclondon.com 

Craig Richards - Recorded Live At Dommune 09.12.2013

This was recorded live at fabric on Saturday 15th February 2014. 

Craig Richards and Seth Troxler will be back together in RM1 on the 17th May for more info and tickets head here: http://bit.ly/fabric1705

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The fabric resident drops three hours of heat.

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Looking back at 2016, Jeremy Olander could make a case that it was his biggest year so far...

He launched his new label Vivrant which saw 4 out of the first 5 releases make it to number one on Beatport, and he also took the brand on a label tour across 5 continents which included a sold out hometown gig to 1200 people alongside Henry Saiz, Finnebassen and Charlie Don’t Surf. His Talespin EP on Suara made it to number one on Beatport's Top 100 Releases chart, and the B-side, ‘Panorama’, sat at number one on the Progressive chart for impressive 35 days straight. On the remix front, Olander notably reworked  ‘LETTERS’, the Sailor & I and Eekkoo collaboration released on Big Beat/Atlantic - a remix which is quickly approaching 1 million streams on Spotify.

2017 is well set to be even better: The ‘Damon’ EP is out now on his own imprint (the first release from Olander this year); upcoming is an collaboration EP with past Balance Selections compiler Cristoph, and a non-stop tour schedule is ensuring the Vivrant label owner is taking his sound globally.

For this podcast the Swede has delivered a mix which feature an exciting amount of new Jeremy Olander productions: 'I’ve included a lot of unheard stuff to make it stand out and show people what I’ve been working on lately.’ Olander told us, 'Most of these I haven't played at any shows so I'm excited to try and gauge what people might like by the reactions’. And we can only think the reactions will be positive. Jeremy Olander has gone above and beyond to deliver something special.

Interview & tracklist: http://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-039-jeremy-olander/

Soundcloud: @jeremyolander
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeremyolander

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Balance Selections 039: Jeremy Olander

They don’t come more experienced in dance music than Omid Nourizadeh aka Omid 16B. For the last 20 years the Londoner has done it all: manage record labels; releasing on pivotal imprints; performing all over the world, and even compiling mix CD compilations. Back in the early 00’s you would’ve been hard pressed to find a DJ tracklist which didn’t feature a 16B remix or track. Surely, one of the more memorable moments of the whole Global Underground series has to be on CD1 of John Digweed’s Los Angeles outing: Madam’s frenetic ‘Penetration' (Madam vs. Bipath) mixing into 16B’s blissed-out remix of Electric Tease’s ‘Your Lovin’.

His productions and remixes on prog house imprints like Hooj Choons, Yoshitoshi and Bedrock included the euphoric 'Driving To Heaven’ and the provocative beats of 'True (The Faggot Is You)’. His outing with Desyn Masiello and Demi as dance trio SOS lead to a mix compilation for Balance, for many a definite highlight of the whole series. Yes, the term legend can get watered down in today’s climate of click bait headlines, but in this case it is extremely justified. For this podcast Omid have opted to go with what he knows best, creating a journey through sound: 'My aim was to find a balance between what makes one move and shake through to being able to lay back and have a musical experience with a story!’ What a treat.

Soundcloud: @sexonwax
Facebook: www.facebook.com/omid16b

Interview and tracklist: http://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-041-omid-16b/

Balance Selections 041: Omid 16B

A chance meeting between two airplane passengers turn into one of the most enduring techno/house production duos of our time... What would the odds on that be? 

Well, apparently not that bad, as that is exactly what happened between Dan Duncan and Igor Tchkotoua when, unbeknown to each other, they booked the same flight in '99. That chance meeting set a series of events in motion which has turned them into one of today's most popular techno acts.

In the early 00’s their Submission Record label released bomb after Pig&Dan bomb; each release’s minimal and uniquely coloured artwork catching your attention in the record store, the music on it arresting your attention on the dancefloor. Straddling a fine line between techno, progressive, house and whatever else they felt inspired by, those early days set them up for a promising career which payed dividends: Labels like Yoshitoshi, Cocoon and Herzblut all came knocking and the gig invites started to flow in.

Today Pig&Dan can easily be considered underground mainstays, and their increasingly tougher techno sound has become a firm favourite with audiences globally. Their label, Elevate, has been responsible for some heavy Beatport chart toppers; just check their latest production ‘Obsession’ which is currently doing serious dancefloor damage. Adam Beyer’s popular Drumcode imprint have also been releasing Pig&Dan productions of late, and as Dan Duncan informs us : 'Next in line is 'La Bruja' which is our newest track about to drop on Drumcode's new A -Sides compilation this August.’ No doubt that will be another bullseye...

Ahead of Pig&Dan's Australian tour (Dan Duncan will be flying the flag solo this time around), the duo have delivered a mix with the tough-as nails beats reigned in just a touch: 'In this mix we wanted to project a bit smoother and more melodic side to our sound. Something that's not so peak time and spread our musical wings just to show our versatility.’ Featuring brand new collaborations alongside H.O.S.H. and Monika Kruse, this mix is 100% proof of why Pig&Dan is in such high demand...

Soundcloud: @pig-and-dan
Facebook: www.facebook.com/piganddan

Interview + tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-049-pigdan

Balance Selections 049: Pig&Dan

In 2002 the fourth instalment of the Balance Series was mixed by Melbourne favourite Phil K, its combination of the then in-vogue tribal house and nu-breaks regarded by many as one of the highlights in the series. Not long after he was tapped by DJ Mag to be a part of their DJ World Series campaign, and he compiled an 11-track cover mount CD which showcased Australian breakbeat producers. Depending on who you converse with, this mix is considered one the best breaks mixes ever compiled (and in this writer’s opinion it is a very valid argument). 

Phil is also part of production duo Lo-step (alongside Luke Chable) who in 2007 released their  criminally underrated debut LP Because We Can on Global Underground. More famously, their music found heavy support from Sasha who signed ‘Burma‘ for his classic Involver mix. (On that note too, Phil has teased us with the promise of new Lo-step music: “Before the end of the year a couple of new Lo-step remixes which I can’t talk about yet…”  )

But when it comes to technique he has few rivals, and this is one of many reasons Phil K is considered one of the best in the world. In his hometown of Melbourne (and for those in the know around the world), Phil is revered as the DJ’s DJ, a technician who’s curiosity and love for new technology is only upstaged by his ability to tame each new item and employ it into his sets as if it’s been around for years. Even Pioneer has acknowledged his innate understanding of technology, and they approached him to help with the development of a prototype for the DVJ-X1 (the first visual and audio live mixer).

What we are getting at is that Phil K is a deadset legend and there aren’t many on this planet that can claim the skills or natural talent that he possess. Needless to say, we are ecstatic to finally have Phil compile us a mix, and in light of our mini-milestone of 50 podcasts, just in time too: He is an artist who has played such a vital part in the Balance narrative. With this mix he has delivered a engaging 2 hour extravaganza which in true Phil K style traverse breaks, house, techno, and whatever else. Featuring a mouth-watering selection of forward-thinking artists including Objekt, Pangaea, Kowton plus tracks from Phil’s new production alias Digital Stars… 

This is something else...

interveiw + Tracklist: http://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-phil-k

Soundcloud: @peaking
Facebook: www.facebook.com/djphilk

Balance Selections 050: Phil K

Canada’s John Acquaviva is one of those behind-the-scene players whose influence spread far and wide. He is a businessman, artist and punter in equal spades, and have dedicated 4 decades to the global dance music industry. As a co-founder of Beatport and Final Scratch, he has helped sculpt the dance music transition from analogue to digital, and from vinyl to CDJs and laptops. (’I think of it as a horse and buggy age in that once you have a car, which in DJ life was both Final Scratch technology and Pioneer perfecting CDs, it’s hard to go back.)

A chance meeting in 1989 with fellow Canuck Richie Hawtin, lead to the creation of one of the most pivotal techno imprints, Plus 8 Records (which released music form artist like Cybersonik, Speedy J, Kenny Larkin and Plastikman). They followed that up in 1993 with the more house and tech-flavoured Definitive Records, which, almost 25 years later is still relevant as ever.

Today, Acquaviva calls himself a vinyl collector, insatiable entrepreneur, executive film producer and label owner. Yet above all, John Acquaviva is the quintessential performer at heart. His DJ career has surged forward with sets at BPM Festival, Space Ibiza, Output in Brooklyn, Bellevue in Zurich and Crobar in Buenos Aires to name a few.

With tracks from Henrik Schwarz, Matthias Tanzmann, Artslaves and more, this is a deep and body-moving tech workout with one the scene’s most reliable and longest-serving pioneers.

Interview + tracklist: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-53-john-acquaviva/

Soundcloud: @jacq
Facebook: www.facebook.com/JohnAcquavivaOfficial/

Balance Selections 053: John Acquaviva

Balance 029 mixed by James Zabiela
2CD/Digital released 9th February 2018
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Balance 029 mixed by James Zabiela

James Zabiela - Balance 029 (Act 1) [Preview Edit]

'In deep space. Abandoned. Many crew? Negative.' That is the immortal line from the huge Space Manouevres anthem 'Stage One', an exemplary piece of production which arguably defined the late-90's and early-00's progressive house scene.

John Graham played an integral part in that era, not only through the Quivver handle (check 'She Does'), but through monikers like the Space Manouevers, Skanna, Stoneproof and Tilt (from 93 - 2002). You might be even more blown away to learn about his work in Hollywood as a movie scorer: 'The Taking of Pelham 123', Twelve' and 'Shrek Forever After (2010); plus recorded music for video game trailers such as 'Transformers', The Call of Duty' series and 'Batman: Arkham City Riddler'. His credentials speak for itself, and of late a whole new generation is opening itself up to Graham's talent.

Last year he became Beatport's third-highest selling progressive artist with 'Mumbo Jumbo' (it also went on to find itself in Beatport͛'s Top 10 best-selling progressive tracks at the end of that year). Released on Bedrock, it also became the label's number one selling single of 2017. His new imprint, Controlled Substance, just celebrated it's debut release with new Quivver track 'Hype', which is certainly living up to its name: 'Controlled Substance is already ranked 88th in the top progressive label on Beatport, after just one release - so it’s pretty hard to be disappointed with that.' And it's not hard to see why the label is charging to the front, 'Hype' is an impressive piece of production.

With the news that Quivver will be doing the coveted closing set at the Rainbow Serpent Festival on his upcoming Australian visit, this mix should serve a the perfect primer of what to expect. This is deep, dark and driving in equal spades.

Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-61-quivver/

Soundcloud: @quivver_john_graham
Facebook: www.facebook.com/QuivverMusic/

Balance Selections 061: Quivver

Dave Seaman is one of the original movers and shakers of the UK house movement. He has been DJing for over 25 years playing in over 70 countries around the world. He was the first editor of the clubbers bible, Mixmag, and has remixed and produced for everybody from U2 to Kylie and David Bowie to the Pet Shop Boys. 

He has also done over 20 mix compilations for the likes of Global Underground, Renaissance and Radio 1's Essential Mix, and also been the main man behind the independent dance music labels, Stress Records, Audio Therapy and now his new imprint, Selador Recordings. Quite simply, Dave Seaman is one of the legends of electronic house music.

Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-dave-seaman/

Soundcloud: @daveseaman
Facebook: www.facebook.com/daveseamanofficial

Balance Selections 062: Dave Seaman

EQ Recordings have done it once again. This time by releasing their brand new album from the Balance series: Balance 003 - Mixed and compiled by Bill Hamel. 

After the previous two highly successful Balance compilations mixed by Sean Quinn and Kasey Taylor you can only expect the highest of quality from this one. 

Bill starts this CD off with the massive track 'Darko' remixed by Blackwatch. This is a very impressive dark track and is a perfect way to kickstart this mix before slowly but skillfully blending in the next killer track, which is Lula's - 'The DJ The Music & Me' (vocal remix) by Peace Division. The CD is definitely a work of art by Mr Hamel and his track selection and mixing is absolutely superb. The highlight of the Disc 1 has to be the massively popular 'Gorecki' track fitting in the best of ways. 

Disc 2 starts by dropping the huge Evolution mix of 'Close'. It's soothing sounds and effects of pure progressive pleasure is a great way to build the mood for this CD. Track 2, Tilt's 'Headstrong' (Maria Naylers volcal remix) is then masterfully mixed into the first track.Towards the end of CD2 Bill drops in the magic track 'Need' which has been masterfully remixed by Satoshi Tomiie, this gem is guaranteed to get your heart pumping. Following this masterpiece by Satoshi, Bill spins us the tune 'Gentle Rain', which gives you the feeling your standing in a gentle shower of raindrops - the perfect end to an impressive album. 

Tom Pandzic's EQ Recordings sure has come a long way, producing some of the best albums available for purchase, and this gem is no different. Have a listen, but I definitely recommend you purchase your a copy. 


Disc: 001 
01. Darko - Phased [Blackwatch Spanish Harlem Dub] 
02. Lula - The DJ,The Music,and Me [Peace Division Freaky Vocal mix] 
03. UDG - Give Me Fierce 
04. Way Out West - Mindcircus [Tarrentella & Redanka dub] 
05. Joeski - Groundfloor ep [Tribalfusion] 
06. Hipp-E presents - Primary Function 
07. Chris Lum - Big Tool 
08. Paco Bugg & D'Amatoria presents Circus Night - Amazonia [Chus & Cellabos Iberican mix] 
09. Swain and Snell - Mean What You Say 
10. Guy Gerber & Saha Z - Kenny's Back 
11. Lamb - Gorecki [Hamel's Bootleg mix] 
12. Barraka - Song To The Siren [Filterheadz Undercurrent vocal mix] 

Disc: 002 
01. Hamel - Close [Evolution mix] 
02. Tilt - Headstrong [Relentless Vocal mix] 
03. Quivver - Boz Boz 
04. Mike G - Bellslut 0 
05. Gardner & Thomas - Control 
06. Powerplant ft Machineries Of Heaven - With Or With Out You [Blackwatch Orient Point mix] 
07. Little Green Men - Need [Satoshi Tomiie rmx] 
08. Blackwatch & Greed - Gentle Rain 
09. Simon Noble presents Redback - Closing In

Balance 003: Bill Hamel (CD2)

EQ Recordings have done it once again. This time by releasing their brand new album from the Balance series: Balance 003 - Mixed and compiled by Bill Hamel. 

After the previous two highly successful Balance compilations mixed by Sean Quinn and Kasey Taylor you can only expect the highest of quality from this one. 

Bill starts this CD off with the massive track 'Darko' remixed by Blackwatch. This is a very impressive dark track and is a perfect way to kickstart this mix before slowly but skillfully blending in the next killer track, which is Lula's - 'The DJ The Music & Me' (vocal remix) by Peace Division. The CD is definitely a work of art by Mr Hamel and his track selection and mixing is absolutely superb. The highlight of the Disc 1 has to be the massively popular 'Gorecki' track fitting in the best of ways. 

Disc 2 starts by dropping the huge Evolution mix of 'Close'. It's soothing sounds and effects of pure progressive pleasure is a great way to build the mood for this CD. Track 2, Tilt's 'Headstrong' (Maria Naylers volcal remix) is then masterfully mixed into the first track.Towards the end of CD2 Bill drops in the magic track 'Need' which has been masterfully remixed by Satoshi Tomiie, this gem is guaranteed to get your heart pumping. Following this masterpiece by Satoshi, Bill spins us the tune 'Gentle Rain', which gives you the feeling your standing in a gentle shower of raindrops - the perfect end to an impressive album. 

Tom Pandzic's EQ Recordings sure has come a long way, producing some of the best albums available for purchase, and this gem is no different. Have a listen, but I definitely recommend you purchase your a copy. 


Disc: 001 
01. Darko - Phased [Blackwatch Spanish Harlem Dub] 
02. Lula - The DJ,The Music,and Me [Peace Division Freaky Vocal mix] 
03. UDG - Give Me Fierce 
04. Way Out West - Mindcircus [Tarrentella & Redanka dub] 
05. Joeski - Groundfloor ep [Tribalfusion] 
06. Hipp-E presents - Primary Function 
07. Chris Lum - Big Tool 
08. Paco Bugg & D'Amatoria presents Circus Night - Amazonia [Chus & Cellabos Iberican mix] 
09. Swain and Snell - Mean What You Say 
10. Guy Garber & Saha Z - Kenny's Back 
11. Lamb - Gorecki [Hamel's Bootleg mix] 
12. Barraka - Song To The Siren [Filterheadz Undercurrent vocal mix] 

Disc: 002 
01. Hamel - Close [Evolution mix] 
02. Tilt - Headstrong [Relentless Vocal mix] 
03. Quivver - Boz Boz 
04. Mike G - Bellslut 0 
05. Gardner & Thomas - Control 
06. Powerplant ft Machineries Of Heaven - With Or With Out You [Blackwatch Orient Point mix] 
07. Little Green Men - Need [Satoshi Tomiie rmx] 
08. Blackwatch & Greed - Gentle Rain 
09. Simon Noble presents Redback - Closing In

Balance 003: Bill Hamel (CD1)

Audiojack are the Leeds grown, Ibiza based duo who have built a solid reputation over the last decade as DJs, producers, remixers and label curators. Their original releases can be found on leading house and techno labels like Crosstown Rebels, 2020Vision and Hot Creations. Their remixes on labels such as Moon Harbour, B-Pitch Control and Diynamic, whilst Underworld, Groove Armada and Hot Since 82 are amongst the artists to have enlisted Audiojack for remixes.

The duo have been mainstays on Ralph Lawson’s 2020Vision recordings for over a decade, where they released their debut album ‘Radio’, and several bestselling EPs including ‘Get Serious’ and ‘No Equal Sides’. More recently Audiojack signed to Jamie Jones’ infamous Hot Creations label, debuting with the heavily played ‘Vibrate’ EP, and subsequently they joined up with Damian Lazarus and his Crosstown Rebels imprint, starting with their ‘Turya’ EP which brings the words of a guided meditation into a club setting to create a heads-down-eyes-closed hypnotic experience.

Audiojack are easily one of the globe’s most popular duos, and ahead of their Australasian tour they found some time to forward us an exclusive mix….

Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/audiojack-balance-selections/

Soundcloud: @audiojackofficial
Facebook: www.facebook.com/audiojackmusic

Balance Selection 072: Audiojack

Originally from Chicago and now based in Berlin, Darin Epsilon is undoubtedly one of the most reliable artists within the progressive scene, a fact that has been displayed in his offering to Balance. Dominating music and life in general, Darin has played at venues and festivals all over the globe and signed his work to the likes of Warung Records, Einmusika and his own imprint Perspectives Digital. To put the cherry on top, his work was also recently remixed by scene legend Sébastian Léger.

In preparation for the podcast Darin spent weeks on end listening to thousands to tracks in order to deliver the perfect result, he also wrote three new originals exclusively for the mix - two of which made the final cut.

Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/podcast/balance-selections-073-darin-epsilon/

Soundcloud: @darinepsilon
Facebook: www.facebook.com/darinepsilon

Balance Selections 073: Darin Epsilon

OP 𓅛 mix 6 - Nicolas Jaar - (BBC Essential Mix 2012)

Balance Music have always been on the pulse of cutting-edge music, from their original series with James Holden and Phil K to the incredibly unique talents of Henry Saiz, James Zabiela, and Max Cooper. 
Balance presents Sunsetstrip is the next plateau of concept mixes. Featuring 33 tracks by established, and new producers, such as DAVI, Khen, Brian Cid, Navar, CID Inc., and more, plus a host of exclusive original collaborations, where we transverse multiple genres, and tempos, all under the steady hands by one of the most highly regarded DJ in the industry today.
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Balance presents Sunsetstrip

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Balance presents Sunsetstrip (CD2 - Strip) [MIX PREVIEW EDIT]

Balance Music have always been on the pulse of cutting-edge music, from their original series with James Holden and Phil K to the incredibly unique talents of Henry Saiz, James Zabiela, and Max Cooper. 
Balance presents Sunsetstrip is the next plateau of concept mixes. Featuring 33 tracks by established, and new producers, such as DAVI, Khen, Brian Cid, Navar, CID Inc., and more, plus a host of exclusive original collaborations, where we transverse multiple genres, and tempos, all under the steady hands by one of the most highly regarded DJ in the industry today, Hernan Cattaneo.
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Balance presents Sunsetstrip (CD1 - Sunset) [MIX PREVIEW EDIT]

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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.

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