In the latest On Rotation podcast, Mixmag’s own Harrison and Valerie discuss the electric and inspiring dance music culture in Tokyo.

In this episode, we briefly recap the highlights of the global BUDX program before diving deep into what is currently happening in Tokyo that is shaping the future of its club culture. We speak with Liam Ramshaw, the Creative Director of Tokyo Weekender, who elaborates on how Tokyo's music scene differs from other cities around the world as well as shares insight into the top clubs and best local DJs. 

Our BUDX Tokyo event takes place from August 29 - 31, with three days of panel discussions, workshops, and DJ sets from local and international acts, including Tiga, Mija, Mura Masa, Takkyu Ishino, Seiho and more.

This is our fourth stop of the BUDX global tour with Budweiser, where we explore the budding movements for dance music and local culture in diverse areas.

For more information on BUDX: mixmag.net/budx

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On Rotation 081: Exploring Tokyo's buzzing dance music scene with BUDX

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Michael has been on the forefront of many important movements in dance music over the last ten years. With his signature funk-influenced style, he has left his mark across the musical spectrum, sometimes under pseudonyms such as RCMP and Michael The Lion.

He was a part of the multi-genre style of DJing that catapulted his adopted Philadelphia to the pinnacle of the DJ world in the early 2000s. His years of seasoning as a DJ have seen him play all styles imaginable all across the US and Europe.

As a part of the duo RCMP, his work foreshadowed the emergence of Nu-Disco before the genre even had a name. As alter-ego Michael The Lion he is pushing the boundaries of funk in modern dance music.

He is an internationally renowned disco edit-maker, appearing on alongside the likes of Todd Terje and Tom Moulton. He has officially remixed global stars as diverse as Wiz Khalifa, Todd Edwards and Gregor Salto.

He is also is one of the OGs of “Moombahton” – the polyglot global EDM movement that saw DJ Apt One find fame on the BBC, NPR and elsewhere along with pioneers Dave Nada, DJ Sabo, Dillon Francis and more.

He is also a founder and executive of Young Robots Records, and has put out debut records by Solidisco, Nicos Gun, Fashen and more.

DJ Apt One has shared stages with some of the best talents of this generation, including The Rub, Diplo, Tittsworth, Juan Maclean, Treasure Fingers, Nick Catchdubs, Gigamesh, Big Freedia, Blaqstarr, DJ Sega, Sammy Bananas, Spank Rock, Dave Nada, Wale, Dillon Francis, Peanut Butter Wolf, De La Soul, !!!, RJD2, Bonde do Role, DJ Neil Armstrong, The Hood Internet, Anna Lunoe, The Budos Band, The Flaming Lips, Flosstradamus and more..

For general inquiries - djaptone (at) gmail (dot) com
For bookings - brent@rogueangency.us

Listening to music to whatever suites my needs at the time. Basically into everything. But not much into mainstream. Will follow back if follow me and I will check out your music if you do so happen to produce any. I'm a writer, movie collector and also an inspiring chef. Always looking for the next big thing in my life.