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Sleep On It w/ Monoke & Faery - 1020 radio

Sleep On It w/ Monoke & Softi - 1020 radio

Episode 63 lands in the deep and dark realms of spacious and emotive electronic music exploration, from Bristol based masterful selector Monoke.

Setting herself up for an exciting 2023 ahead, Monoke has dug into a deep and immersive selection of dubby, ambient inspired techno and thick bass-scapes that captivated our ears and minds upon first listening to this brilliantly crafted mix. We have become increasingly aware of this talented DJ's activities with sets popping up across Bristol, Cardiff and London it's easy to see why Monoke is a name repeatedly appearing on line-ups. Headphone on for this one, it's a beaut!

Follow Monoke here...
Soundcloud: @monokedj
IG: https://www.instagram.com/__monoke____/

CommaCast 063: Monoke

Sleep On It w/ Monoke + Ikävä Pii - 1020 radio

Sleep On It w/ Monoke & TSUNIMAN

The 6th contribution to the Voyage series is gifted to us by the mesmerizing Monoke; or as we are so blessed to know her as, Ellie Gillan. 

A pure and spiritual being; whose essence is communicated through their immense track selection and ability to curate. 'Zion' embarks on a journey led by the drum, synthesizing a ritualistic ceremony with a trajectory towards celebration.

A deeply moving story, enriched with an empirical perspective. Ellie communicates this story via the vehicle of fantasy, creating an enthralling new environment on Plantera; the cave of Zion. 

Welcome to Plantera, Ellie!
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"I had heard whispers of a surreal existence of Zion on Plantera. A place where people are synced with the ritualistic nature of the drum. Recreating ceremonies that our ancestors would draw people together with. Dancing with their spirits and the impenetrable bind between the community. 

Carelessly, a lonely path was one I had taken these last few years, but something sparked within me that it was time to find my people. 

I kept this glimmer of hope in my mind as I wander aimlessly amongst the sand and sun for days. There are no nights on this side of Plantera. 

A mound slowly appears in the distance. As I near closer it begins to block the sun, giving me relief from the piercing light. As my eyes adjust, I edge forward and feel a cool sharp sensation.

A sheer glisten catches my eye and dances into the distance. She feels familiar. I aimlessly follow her through the depths of these shallow rock caves. Feeling this light had given me a hope for something. 

I halt and see if my eyes can adjust to what lies ahead. She notices the halt and glides towards me, floating on the cold misty air. I reach to touch her, to see if she was real or if my imagination had taken over my vision, and she whisked herself away. 

I feel the warmth of her trail - a spirit of Plantera. An auburn shade begins to climb the wall of rock surrounding me. Harmonies play with my eardrums and my heart starts to open with relief, a sign of life. Yet, so much more was ahead than I ever could have imagined. 

As she disappears through the cave walls above, I allow the light and sounds to guide me. A warm glaze reveals a deep opening at the foot of the cave. I see hazily through the veil; fire, surrounded by other beings. Beings like me. 

Music beats from the heart of the fire, her flames change from white to orange. Embodiment; it was as if the rhythm of flame controlled each beat. Never had I witnessed such conscious movement before.  

The whispers of Zion were true. 

As I try to enter through the veil, a resistance holds me back. The veil starts to solidify and won’t allow me through. Heads begin to turn towards me, making their way to where I stood. I stay firmly put, unsure as to what they were about to do. 

Hands permeate the veil, beckoning me to take hold. After a few moments of hesitation; I remember how after such solitude, I found trust. 

I reach forward and tender, soft hands slowly pull me forward. Kind and loving faces look upon me as if we were lost friends aiming to
 find our way back to each other. But now we had found home. We all smile and walk towards the fire together, holding onto one another in a warm embrace. 

I thought about the spirit, and whether she had brought us all here one by one, knowing that this is where our people were. Bringing us back to Zion, a place where you find your community after being lost for so long. We all join together in dance and celebration, being led by the beat of the drum. 

I had heard the whispers of a surreal existence of Zion on Plantera. I now know how much more this was than the tales told, as no-one can understand a feeling until they have felt it. A gift that your heart can give to you and others. And when it is shared, it grows amongst people and can save you more than you think." - @monokedj

https://www.instagram.com/__monoke____/?hl=en-gb
https://soundcloud.com/monokedj

006 | 'Zion' by Monoke

Tentacular invite Gillan (Octobre 2023)

Second show of SWU / Rinse radio residency.

Rinse - Gillan - 20.11.23

Joined for my next instalment on SWU with the founders of rdg tribe, who have curated a sublime mix, seaming together abstract, minimal and dub like textures. 

Javier Salazar are the founders to 'rdg tribe'. Their label focuses on and hosts an array of sounds from the realm of psychedelic underground EDM, spanning from ambient, half time to deep techno and breaks. The duo's own track curations are the pinnacle to deep and hypnotic production and demonstrates how these sounds can undeniably entice listeners into the vortex that this music can take you through.

Rinse - Gillan w/ Javier Salazar - 15.01.24

London / Bristol collective, Down To Earth, will be exploring 2 hours of galactic transmissions with Boulderhead, Ollie Kirk, FROND & Hannd at the head of the wheel; all seamed together with sublime mixing and cosmic sonic selections.

Rinse - Down To Earth - 19.02.24

Gillan takes over the first hour of the show with mystic and dub techno & is joined by Laima Adelaide for the second hour who has provided a masterclass guest mix showcasing percussive and vortex-esque rhythms.

Rinse - Gillan w/ Laima Adelaide - 19.03.24

First hour of the show will be delivering deep, euphoric & rhythmic electronica, and the wonderful Paul Rêve takes over the second hour with a sublime & smooth exploration of minimal, half-time & dnb.

Rinse - Gillan w/ Paul Rêve - 15.04.24

This episode will be exploring the psychedelic realm in underground dance music, across the spectrum of downtempo, techno and trance. 

Grateful to have been joined in the second hour by Inner Zone, who have curated a tranquil & innovative guest mix evoking all the bliss feelings. Curators of the renowned Transmissions and Space Lab, they are huge inspirations with a truly unique and versatile sound, paving the way for many in the underground dance scene.

Rinse - Gillan w/ Inner Zone

all snug and warm for the onset of winter

“Recorded in the later hours of an autumn evening, surrounded by candlelight and burning incense, I wanted the track selection to reflect the slower, introspective pace of the changing seasons. 

By blending the elements of ambient, dub and downtempo, my intentions were to create a woven soundscape that invites the listener to journey inward, evoking a sense of transcendence, whilst being deeply rooted in the presence of now.” 

@gillandj

recorded in oxford, united kingdom 
4.11.2024

nunsen·tape 21 - gillan

For our 41st podcast we listen to @Gillandj based in South-East England.

She is the founder of Deities and is a DJ known for her dynamic sets spanning from Ambient, Experimental, Techno, and Bass. 

We hope you'll enjoy this beautiful and sensitive journey that is just perfect for these winter months ❄️

For best listening experience, make yourself comfortable, close your eyes and let the music do the rest 🦋

Tracklist: 
00:00 - Adhémar - Live 1 
03:33 - taennya - storm and cliff [Stereoscenic] 
07:30 - Jeremiah Fraites, Superposition, Ram Dass - Just Be [Formless]
11:55 - perila - Blanket [Smalltown Supersound]
16:55 - Hydrangea - Nuit Noir (Outro) [Annulled music]
18:25 - Ishtadi - Internal Echoes 
20:08 - Ameeva - Reditus [Lowless]
22:50 - Formant Value - Altair [Lowless]
27:49 - Ayami Suzuki - A2. Mugenkaidan [rohs!]
32:42 - Yuto Takei - Oriental Microscope [Maloca]
37:45 - Dorisburg & Sebastien Mulleart - That who remembers [Spazio Disponibile]
40:10 - t l k - Let it all wash over 
43:13 - Mike Nigro & Andrew Osterhoudt - Temple
45:08 - jarguna - Nebula 1 [Projekt]
47:22 - Steve Roach - The Spiral Heart 
51:32 - jarguna - reflex of a kaleidoscope [Projekt]
56:26 - Adhemar - Glittering Rocks [Huinali recordings]
58:52 - Saphileaum - Sparkling Galactic Flower [Mysteries of The Deep]
1:03:41 - Saphileaum - Smooth Breathe [Not Not Fun]
1:06:58 - Moon Patrol - Wevok [Oslated]
1:13:03 - Videni - Evaporate [Oslated]
1:16:42 - Zemog - Sailing Timbiqui River [Huinali recordings]
1:21:19 - Various Artists - Set 2 [Past Inside The Present]
1:23:38 - Owl - Deep Within the Horizon [Huinali recordings]
1:27:31 - Kincaid - Fruit Ripening 
1:33:34 - Sanjib - Arduenna [Monochrome]

Reflexions Podcast 41 - Gillan

Gillan - 27/02/2025

For the late hours where the veil between worlds is the thinnest, a dance ritual for the nightly
spirits exploring new wave, chug and dark disco.

@_gill.an

Gillan - 28/03/25 - Voices Radio

As we are in full swing of spring, an eclectic array of genres as a reflection of the slow build up towards the summer months. Building from ambient & downtempo, towards body moving rhythms, as an anticipation of the dances that are yet to be had.

Gillan - 25/04/2025

Gillan’s contribution to Chrysalism is a gentle invitation into grounded listening. Opening with organic, rooted selections, the mix holds a softness that cushions its raw edges. Drums form the backbone throughout - at once guiding, centring, and releasing.

Over its course, ambient textures weave with touches of jazz, dub, and ritualistic percussion. The closing shift towards the electronic and ethereal feels like a natural release: a step out from the ritual grove into a lighter, more open space. It’s a journey that highlights Gillan’s ability to move fluidly across genres, while maintaining a deep sense of cohesion.

Chrysalism 011 // Gillan

bookings & enquiries: gillaninfo@gmail.com

Curator of 'Deities' - link below.

Gillan

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