Ben Silver is a nationally touring DJ and producer renowned for his deep, emotive sound that spans House, Techno, and Downtempo. As a founding member of the National touring DJ collective Orchard Lounge, as well as an ever-growing solo career, Ben has made a name for himself by playing at top festivals and iconic venues across the country. Recent solo performances include headlining sets at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs, NY, and at Satellite Ranch Music and Arts Festival under the alias "Silver Fameus," a collaboration with drummer Allen Aucoin, aka Dr. Fameus. He’s also performed at major festivals like Camp Bisco, Great North Music Festival, Luna Light Music Festival, and Wild Woods Music Festival, captivating crowds with his signature blend of deep house, techno, and downtempo grooves. Additionally, Ben recently played at Future City Lounge in Manhattan, further establishing his presence in the vibrant New York City music scene.

Ben’s local presence in Madison, WI is equally strong, where he’s a fixture at popular venues like Lola's, Natspill, and the Rabinia Courtyard, playing regular sets that keep the local music scene vibrant and diverse. Whether at intimate private parties or larger events, Ben’s performances consistently bring high energy and captivating soundscapes, showcasing his versatility as an artist.

As one-third of the Chicago-based DJ collective Orchard Lounge, Ben Silver has earned recognition for his all-night tag-team sets, blending psychedelic house, melodic techno, and ethereal sounds. Orchard Lounge has held residencies at renowned clubs such as Smartbar (Chicago), Vagabond (Miami), and Love (New York), and has graced legendary venues like Red Rocks and Hammerstein Ballroom. The trio has also performed at a major Brooklyn music club Brooklyn Mirage, and their festival performances include Lollapalooza, Coachella, Electric Forest, and Electric Zoo, alongside countless major artists.

Ben also curates and hosts the In The Pocket radio show on WSUM every Thursday at 8pm Central Time, where he shares his handpicked selections of underground house, techno, and experimental sounds with listeners.

For booking, please contact derek@fullcirclemusicproductions.com.

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lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”. The multi-instrumentalists from Connecticut continue to push the boundaries of what a three-piece band is capable of both live and in the studio ahead of their latest album, “Odd Times”. The band’s signature blend of “heavy future groove” combines headbanging metal riffage and surgical rhythmic precision with bone shaking 808s, sub synths and ethereal vocal stylings for a dance floor that welcomes moshing, dancing and hip swaying alike. Listeners are taken on a journey to the musical netherworld through esoteric soundscapes punctuated by raw, primal power.

Odd Times, lespecial’s darkest and heaviest record to date, is an enigmatic and compelling musical project that explores the ever-changing nature of time amidst isolation. With heavy riffs, tribal drumming, and hints of levity, it's a captivating journey crafted in collaboration with Havok's David Sanchez. An intriguing blend of old-school metal and modern djent-inspired riffage awaits in this haunting sonic experience.

If you can move, Orchard Lounge will back you up.

Formed in Chicago in 2001, OL is the triad of Spencer Lokken, Bethany Lokken and Ben Silver. This versatile trio has rocked dance floors from Hawaii to Maine with their eclectic mixes, from sunset chill-out to bass-dropping e-funk, and an array of other futuristic sounds. Theirs is a democratic mission: to expose as many people as possible to the artists they admire and respect. What sets Orchard Lounge apart from other club DJs is that you won't always find them in the club. They've built a reputation as a relentless festival and touring act, often performing live shows with visual artists. Not to dismiss their roots, they've played alongside heavyweights like John Talabot, Matthew Dear, Gigamesh, Aeroplane, Bonobo, DJ Krush, Lindstrom, DJ T, Jamie Jones, Booka Shade, Metro Area, and Maya Jane Coles. They've also had the rare pleasure of performing for thousands at world famous venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheater, The Hammerstein Ballroom, and Pritzger Pavillion at Millennium Park.

When they're not in the DJ booth, you'll find this musically obsessed crew in the studio. Always looking to experiment with different sounds and studio techniques, what the fans can expect is a unique amalgamation of sounds, from heady ambient sleepers to four on the floor dance floor destroyers.  Despite their affinity for live music, OL's focus hasn't shifted since the group's inception: to provide sophisticated and stylish DJ sets that are appropriate in a variety of settings...

From the dance floor to the couch. 

WORLDWIDE BOOKINGS: DEREK@FULLCIRCLEMUSICPRODUCTIONS.COM

This Soundcloud page consists of recordings from live shows. Check out Spencer & Bethany's studio mixes as "Lokkenic" here: 
www.soundcloud.com/lokkenic 

You'll find Ben Silver's studio mixes here:
www.soundcloud.com/bensilver

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Planet Cognac: gsauber@planetcognac.com
Direct Contact: technicolorlenses@gmail.com
Dynamic hip-hop and driving beats with live instrumentation and intelligent lyricism. Technicolor Lenses is guaranteed to make dance floors across the world ignite with their outstanding performance, carried by a refined sound from the future.

Band members include rapper lyricist Jackson Whalan, producer/guitarist Sam Eckstein (Esseks), drummer Brandon Lewis, and vocalist/percussionist Carmen Estevez. All four members collaborate on producing evocative instrumentals while injecting each of their own unique elements in the live setting, often building the energy of the crowd to a feverish peak.

Billa Qause, born and raised in Athens, is part of the underground electronic scene since 2004. 
Influenced by hip hop, soul and jazz he uses elements of those to create his own music. 
Instrumental hip hop, trip hop and downtempo tunes are being cooked alongside mystical melodies, ethereal voices and soulful chords all tied up with smooth basslines and steady rhythm sections.
Each live show is like a journey. Using his machines as a vehicle, the samples as fuel and the rhythm as a compass he manages to form an enigmatic and tempting soundscape. 
Since 2009 he has released five personal albums ( E-Chop, Jazzova, Zentai Teki ni, Rest in Beats, Zentai Teki Ni the EP) 
Over the years he shared the stage with artists like Dj Krush, The Herbaliser, Ltj Bukem, Wax Tailor, Guts, Panda Dub, Gramatik amongst others.

GDP + Space Jesus = #$ (Hash Money)

"Hash Money" Self Titled Debut OUT NOW via Smokers Cough: https://smokerscough.bandcamp.com/album/hash-money

Two long-time friends have officially taken a step outside of their perceived comfort zones to form a collaborative effort known as #$ (Hash Money). Comprised of GDP - a Jersey bred emcee with a reputation as a versatile, quick witted wordsmith and Space Jesus - a Brooklyn-based electronic producer whose signature production style and engaging live show have piqued the interests of artists and fans alike. Merging their unique styles ever so seamlessly, this innovative duo creates a refreshingly original take on hip-hop, better described as bass-hop.

Their self titled Smokers Cough debut is an 8-track EP that features co-production by Hot Sugar and Shape along with Chippy Nonstop and Space Jesus blessing the mic. The result is a genre-defying commentary on popular music; timeless hip hop ethos juxtaposed with more bass-driven instrumental elements.

The music video for #$'s first single "Right Now" was premiered by  Do Androids Dance and features a cameo from Marc Brownstein of the Disco Biscuits. 
Following with their second offering from the album is a track that cleverly mocks the raunchy pop star Miley Cyrus, titled "Molly Cynus." The Dankles notes how "this quirky combination of raw and assertive artists [also] features Chippy Nonstop and Shape to back up verses from GDP and the gut wrenching beat ebbing forth from Space Jesus’ decks."

Vibe Magazine premiered the latest single "Good Rumors" as a free download, building hype before the release of their self-titled debut released on Brooklyn imprint Smokers Cough on June 16th.

Mgmt/Booking: Gregg Sauber (gsauber@planetcognac.com)

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