GOLD BLOC - EYE HEART SF - MIX FEED - DEFF COAST

I've opened for / shared stages with:
Chromeo
Zeds Dead
Marc Rebillet
Sofi Tukker
Breakbot
Reggie Watts
Big Wild
Ganja White Night
Walker & Royce
Wolfgang Gartner
Justin Martin
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs
Classixx
LP Giobbi
Destructo
Manila Killa
Shallou
Ardalan
Autograf
MakJ
Dirty Vegas
Audien
Yousef
Lauren Lane
Worthy
Hermitude
Treasure Fingers
The Gaslamp Killer
Kastle
Salva
Fred Falke
DJ Vice
Vaski
Ciszak
Dimond Saints
Carmada
and a bunch of other incredible artists

Had a slot at Coachella 2011 Music and Art Festival. Since then I've been playing various club gigs and festivals throughout California.

For Booking/Demos: 
Mikey1313666@gmail.com

Brooklyn Fire // Punks Music // Gold Bloc 

Writer For: Insomniac // Magnetic Mag // Dj Tech Tools // Ask Audio // Everfest // Roland

promos: alex@alexamaromusic.com

Alex Amaro’s ability to translate nostalgic sounds into modern dance floor house has quickly gained the attention of industry figureheads. His unique blend of bass heavy rave and tech-leaning house has been supported the likes of Dr. Fresch, Nostalgix, Dj Z-Trip, Black V-Neck, Lo’99, and more. This year he broke through the noise and landed on Beatport’s Top 50 Tech House chart with his debut single “Rise” and its Top 10 Bass House chart with his Creep EP.

“Rise” marks a new era for the San Francisco native after he spent over a decade under a different alias. Marked by the choice of his given first name as a nod to achieving his most authentic form, and the his real middle name “Amaro” as a tribute to his father, who steadfastly supported Alex’s creative endeavors until he passed in 2014. 

Not only an artist, Amaro has spent nearly 20 years touching all sides of the industry, from journalism to rights management. His written work appears in Insomniac, Magnetic Magazine, and Roland, where he shares his analytical viewpoint on electronic culture. He was also a key figure at Dubset Media, a company that aimed to give DJs and producers the power to legally distribute derivative creative content on streaming platforms.

I am the Rave. You are the Rave. We are the Rave.

DJ & Record Producer | Founder of BRC Snow Club | )'(
Releases on Gold Bloc Records, Cease & Desist (UK), Bread & Butter Records

Welcome to the official Soundcloud home for Tropical Since 98, Socal's beloved underground house music event which has donated over $30,000 to charity causes since 1998!  This Soundcloud is dedicated to live sets from the 80+ Tropical parties since it's inception.  

Tropical is the creation of Ben Annand, who continues to organize the event to this day.  The link for Ben's personal Soundcloud is here, be sure and visit that too ;)

http://soundcloud.com/ben-annand 

Tropical started in a warehouse on October 9, 1998, and moved around to different warehouses until making one home in 2003, known as the Tree House.  In 2004 and 2005 Tropical was almost monthly between the Tree House, and newly started boat parties out of Long Beach.  In June and September 2007 were the first 2 Tropical campouts, in Bonsall, CA at the venue now known as the Fire Garden.  In 2008 and 2009 Tropical went to Zuma State Beach in Malibu for summertime Tropical Beach Parties.  

Though occasionally still in a warehouse, since 2011 Tropical has been primarily outdoors, with the main events being the summer boat party and fall/winter Tropical Oasis Retreat, most recently seen on Kauai (Hawaii).  Tropical is 100% nonprofit, donating all proceeds after cost to charity.

Without doubt, DJ ICON has become an iconic figure in the U.S. dance music industry and beyond. With a career spanning 25 years, she has captivated audiences the world over with her bass-heavy cross-genre House, Breaks and Bass Music sound; magnetic stage presence, skillful DJ mixes and productions. It’s no wonder why she’s been dubbed one of the leading ladies of this domain.  

Starting in 1996 at age 16, ICON diligently rose through the ranks of the San Francisco underground at a time when female DJs and promoters were few. In just a few years, her skills and growing reputation had already landed her numerous residencies in San Francisco, as well as a steady flow of stateside and international bookings. ICON has also gained success in radio and television in addition to rocking dancefloors. Among her accolades are releases on well-known labels, features in two TV series, a spot in Shejay’s “Top 100 Female DJs”, being voted one of San Francisco’s best in the Nitevibe “Top 10 DJ Dreamteam”, scoring a coveted sponsorship from Pioneer Pro DJ and building a huge fanbase on her social media pages and Soundcloud.

ICON has toured the world performing throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia at world renowned clubs such as 1015 Folsom and Ruby Skye in San Francisco, Limelight in NYC, Fabric and Matter in London, and Avalon in LA; as well as world-class music festivals such as Coachella Music Festival, Ultra Music Festival, Burning Man and Fuel Festival in Singapore. ICON has shared stages with top tier artists such as Underworld, The Chemical Brothers, The Crystal Method, Ladytron, Paul Oakenfold, Adam Freeland, Armand Van Helden, Deekline & Wizard, The Stanton Warriors, The Freestylers, Evil Nine, Elite Force, Uberzone, Bassbin Twins, DJ Icey, DJ Rap and many more. 

Aside from being busy behind the decks, ICON has also been busy behind the scenes promoting events in SF and NYC over the years. Currently she is a core member of Opulent Temple, a predominant DJ collective that is responsible for producing a large scale sound camp annually at Burning Man Arts and Music Festival, as well as year-round events that are staples in the San Francisco nightlife. 

ICON has had extensive history on the radio waves with past residencies and guest spots on respected dance music programs such as Thump Funk and Boombox Mix Sessions on SiriusXM, Liquid Todd’s Solid State on K-ROCK in NYC (Infinity Broadcasting); IBreaks and NuBreaks in London, Radio Record in Russia; and a plethora of dance music radio shows in her hometown, including House Nation on Wild 94.9 FM, Subsonic on Live 105, Zendada on Energy 92.7, and Future Breaks on KUSF. She has also made her way onto the small screen: In 2001, she was featured as one of twelve up-and-coming American DJs in “Disc Jockey,” a 12-part documentary series that aired on Showtime™. In 2004, she was the DJ on the internationally syndicated MTV™ series “The Wade Robson Project,” a dance competition hosted by the self-titled choreographer.

Lastly, ICON’s production endeavors have proven to be as exciting as her DJ career. Her releases on Illeven Eleven Records: “Welcome To My Dancefloor” with Dustin Hulton featuring Nikki Carabello and “Wha?” a collaboration with Bay Area producer Ground_Control had steller reviews and support by leading artists in the industry. “Dancefloor” charted at #8 and #22 on the Beatport Breakbeat and Electro charts with a great review in Mixmag. The KMFX remix of “Wha?” charted at #12 on the Beatport Breakbeat chart. ICON & GC have also done remixes of “Reload” for Deekline and Ed Solo feat. Million Dan on Rat Records and “Draggin” for Enough Weapons on Vibrance Recordings.

So what’s next for this powerhouse bass princess? More mixes, productions and remixes are in the works, as she continues to make her mark in the worldwide dance music industry.

One of the longest running fun creators in the Bay Area dance music and underground arts scene. Called a "Renaissance man of the West Coast scene", and with good reason. Founder of the legendary Opulent Temple collective, best known for their premiere sound stage at Burning Man, past Board Member and key producer of the San Francisco LovEvolution event (formerly known as LoveFest/Love Parade), founder of Opel Productions, throwing club events and 'parties with purpose' in San Francisco for 17+ years, a child psychologist with a Doctorate in transpersonal psychology, curator of sound in SF and BRC, blogger on social issues, and of course - a DJ.

Started throwing both underground parties in 2001, and benefit events for different charities with Spundae. Following year  started Opel Productions, intended to be parties with purpose showcasing a range of forward thinking underground dance music with a dash of social activism thrown in the party message. In 2003, finished a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, founded Opulent Temple, and joined the Board for San Francisco's Love event. In current 'day job', work out of a community clinic with foster kids in the Bayview Hunter Point area in San Francisco.

On the DJ tip, one of the West Coast's top talents, consistently being voted in the Top 10 San Francisco Dream Team poll, and playing the biggest events in California party land. Playing a versatile range of house and techno and breaks, been personally tapped to open and close for the varied likes of Underworld, Moby, Tiesto, Stanton Warriors, Armin Van Burren, and the list goes on.  Knows what to do in any situation to bring the universal vibe of dance music.  Sets are known for walking the fine line between the gritty and the pretty, with a musical range seldom seen in party land.

Listen to Syd Gris sets here: 
https://soundcloud.com/syd-gris

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ECHOES OF TIME 
Embracing The Echoes, Shaping The Future
Bookings:
MGMT - max@allroadsleadhome.net
NA - P@slaytoncreative.com
WW - jane@this-saturday.com
Einmusik, Aaron Suiss - Sabai 
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Found House Music in 1997 at The Underground shop in North Highlands, CA, after hearing about a party that went down around that time in San Francisco (Wicked). House proved to be a very uplifting, non-aggressive, and non-depressing new music genre that appeared highly underrated.  In fact, I did not see House as dance music until much later in life. The DJ mixes I were listening to were more like “soundtracks for daily living”.  Was very, very intrigued by the United DJs of America and Global Underground DJ 💿 mix albums. I did not make it to the club scene at all as a young father, and also being in Sacramento.  The scene seemed wack compared to what was happening in San Francisco.  Listened only for about 7 years every chance I could possibly get (approx 11,000 hours of ear time between 97’ and 04').  Yes, I was the guy strollin’ thru Arden Fair Mall slammin’ house beats in my headphones (that could easily be heard from other people nearby) because IDidntGAF.  I used to make the staff in the stock room at Ross Stores Inc. listen to House on the little boom box (cassettes!) they had while we processed merchandise.  I had them convinced for about a year that it made everyone more productive (98'-99'). Lol.  Did have a super unfortunate event in 04'.  My car was broken into and about 350 store bought CDs (dj mixes) were stolen.  There were other valuables in the car that were not taken.  I paid for all of those cd albums with tips I received working in restaurants. 
Despite this happening....
...I started mixing on my own in 05' self-learning and applying by way of ear on a Numark CDMIX2, years before sync button technology.  I will also give credit to Chris Almazan (Beat Fleet DJs), as he gave me some fundamental beat matching tips back in the year 2000.  

Last, my basis on selecting and playing songs is if they sound good, and that’s it. 

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Faded Opportunities:

Ink Eats and Drinks August 2003-brought in a few CD album mixes (MF sets.  Live at OM and 🤔) that were played in the bar b4 their vinyl DJ came on (he played top 40, 80s to then.  Justin) Told the bar tender (Demitrious) that I’d be interested in doing sets there, too.  No DJ experience, but didn’t care.  I was going to learn, quickly.  He said he would push for it if I could bring a similar sound to the CD mixes I brought.  Planning for express emergency equipment procurement began.  The very next week, Ink’s entertainment sector was shut down by the city planning commission.  Dreams smashed.  No equipment.  Would have been vinyl turntables.  

SRO Corporation May 2008-AKA Bistro 33 and a few other establishments.  4 years practice in on cd mixing equipment (NuMark CD Mix 2 and two Axis 9 CDJs) The company had planned to open Club Tré, on Howe Ave in Sacramento.  I connected with one of the Executives for SRO corp and he passed me on to a Desi who was involved in the entertainment for the Sacramento club known as Town House.  Desi had been recruited as the Director of Entertainment for Club Tré.  I submitted some cd mixes to him, and he called me back and said he’d like to get me in there as a DJ.  Well, there was a disagreement I had with the management at Bistro 33 Davis (serious haters), so this opportunity fell apart due to politics.

Then I left DJing, and just became a listener again.  Found the EDjing app in 2013 and bought a Pioneer DDJ.  Did almost 100 mixes in the app while the ddj sat in a closet.
Went to MF50 and was revived.  Started mixing on the DDJ regularly.  

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Finally jumped into vinyl (Dec 2019).  One House record purchased, however, way back in 06’.  

Released two wack tracks in 2020 and one in 2021 that were produced using Apple Garageband software (Iphone).  

Joined Underground Kollektive Radio in late 2022.


Might end up being “washed up”….from the land side.  And thats ok.  Had a good amount of curveballs in life.

Vulcan has been an enthusiastic and primal DJ force on the electronic music scene for over a decade now, and it all started with his first time at Burning Man in 2011. He was immediately hooked and first developed his skills spinning at smaller events on the West Coast, before working up to massive crowds at Burning Man and San Francisco street faires. Vulcan loves to play high-energy pumping music that gets people moving on the dance floor. His choice of music is Psytrance, Techno, Tech House, Bass House - with a driving beat that will get people on their feet and ready to dance! 

He's opened and closed for some of the biggest names in the DJing world, such as Christopher Lawrence, Infected Mushroom, Josh Wink, and many more, playing some of the biggest events in and around the Burning Man music community.  Serenity Festival, Sparks, How Weird, Burning Man Decompression and more. When Vulcan is not behind the decks, you can find him working as a civil engineer for a construction company during his day job. But his true soul passion lies in making people dance late into the night.

Vulcan has worked tirelessly for years to earn the title of Resident DJ and Core Member with Opulent Temple. His residency at Opulent Temple has helped him develop a strong and loyal following among the most discerning party-goers, and he is proud to be an important member of that community. He brings not only a lot of energy to the stage, but also helps throw some of the best parties around. More importantly, he is a key player in Burning Man culture - his contributions have helped make it vibrant because of the top quality events he is involved with, in and around California. He takes zero shortcuts in his passion for music and commitment to his contributions, and every dancer in the audience can feel the difference!

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