Born in Tel-Aviv and forged in London, FRACTAL is the embodiment of chaos mastered and channelled.  

As a young girl, Tal found solace in the thunderous poetry of Iron Maiden, the cosmic explorations of Pink Floyd, and the dark, brooding power of Black Sabbath. These weren't just bands she listened to—they were emotional anchors during formative years, teaching her that music could simultaneously break and rebuild her heart.
Then came the night that changed everything—her first encounter with psychedelic trance. The moment Shpongle's layered soundscapes washed over her, something awakened within. Through Talamasca's rhythmic storytelling, Astrix's electric energy, and Infected Mushroom's genre-defying compositions, Tal discovered not just a new sound, but a new way of feeling.
In her metamorphosis to FRACTAL, she found her true voice—a voice that speaks of transformation, of darkness and light, of familiar comforts and alien terrains. 

FRACTAL isn't a persona, it's a vessel. Her sets aren't performances; they're confessions, inviting listeners to surrender to vulnerability and emerge stronger on the other side.

By day, she is a cyber security leader, protecting digital worlds with the same fierce dedication that fuels her music. This duality isn't a contradiction but a harmonious balance—her analytical mind creating the perfect foundation for her emotional expression.

When Tal stands behind the decks, time dissolves. Her sets bridge worlds—analog and digital, past and future, memory and possibility. Between the notes lies her story: a woman who crossed seas and genres to find herself, and who now offers others the same journey of connection, revelation, and raw, unfiltered emotion that music once gave her.

All contact details and tour dates: www.eelkekleijn.nl

A label founded and curated by Above & Beyond.

www.anjunabeats.com

John 00 Fleming is an electronic DJ and producer who has achieved international success in a career spanning over three decades, all without ever compromising his musical essence or the trust of his fans. Known for his deep knowledge of music, he is a proven pioneer and a leader recognised for his hypnotic style and unwavering integrity. Respected equally by peers and audiences worldwide, John has carved a unique path by staying true to his vision rather than chasing trends.

His legendary extended DJ sets — sometimes stretching eight hours or more — have become benchmarks of immersive storytelling on the dance floor. These marathon journeys have built a devoted cult following at clubs and festivals, establishing annual gatherings around the world where audiences return for the experience only he can deliver.

John’s career began at the age of 15, playing a role in the exploding UK rave scene, which led to multiple residencies in the country’s formative club circuit and eventually to performances on some of the world’s most respected stages, including BOOM Festival, EDC, Tomorrowland, Ozora Festival, Creamfields, Own Spirit Festival, and countless underground institutions across the globe. With multiple Gold disc mix compilation accolades and millions of streams to his name, he has also delivered acclaimed Essential Mixes for BBC Radio 1 and earned the rare distinction of bridging the commercial and underground worlds without compromise.

As a producer, John’s esteem within the industry has drawn respect from electronic luminaries such as Jean-Michel Jarre and Muse. While he accepts peer endorsements humbly, he continues to let his production skills speak for themselves. With five electronic artist albums and an extensive discography of singles, John also finds time to compose for major film and television networks, including projects with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the famed Abbey Road Studios in London.
As head of JOOF Recordings, he has built the label into a trusted home for forward-thinking artists, nurturing a global community united by quality-driven electronic music.

Whether behind the decks, in the studio, or guiding others, John’s reputation rests on consistency, honesty, and artistry. In an industry often driven by hype, he has remained grounded, letting the music speak — and that is why audiences and fellow artists alike continue to hold him in such high regard.

DJ / Producer / Label owner / Radio Broadcaster

Freemasons / Russell Small

'EARWORM' Album Out Now: https://bfan.link/earworm-fm030

Management: martinsouthon@me.com

Hey, Gareth here, I'm a graphic designer who start designing for clubs, parties, and labels in the late 90s. Back then, mix CDs were the holy grail of both design and music. I loved them.

But I wasn't the only one, mix cds were the soundtracks of our nights, our days, our afterparties and lives, for everyone. Yet in today's internet age, the art form has been lost (or just changed) to 2-3 hour online mixes and streaming videos, which just don't create the same magic your CD collection did. Just 60 minutes of music and incredible artwork.

The Classic Mix CD Series celebrates these discs, their soundtrack, their box art and your memories. We hope you enjoy it.

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Also, we try to help you find and buy them again by sharing Discogs links on all featured CDs and or direct links to labels where possible.

* We fully support labels and artists. If any disc creates a copyrighting issue let me know and it will be immediately removed. 

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About Gareth:
Digital creative type, gamer, music lover and occasional DJ. Currently living between Dubai & Seoul after setting sail from Sunderland in 2010. As a young designer, club and music culture was the driving force for his work, producing artwork for local club nights and record labels in the North East of England. In particular, DJ mix cds and their packaging were always his 'holy grail of design', especially those from Renaissance, Global Underground and Good Looking Records. It's a pleasure to share these discs back with people and they still influence our tastes to this day. 

For any CD recommendations, bookings, mixes or feedback you can catch me as @asapgareth on Instagram. Or you can check our my design work at www.acid.works

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