TRAXX!! aka TheKidJak of Nation and Kode

The inimitable Traxx shared his unique musical vision at Honey Soundsystem and guided us on a spirit journey of epic proportions. Very thankful to be allowed to share this set with you!

TRAXX - Live at Honey Soundsystem [8-4-13]

this 6 1/2 hour live recording comes from 
The Articulate Musician Beyond Description 
for the 1st time to Belgrade Serbia in a culture center 
where the party doesnt have to end at a certain time.
KC Drugstore is made from the HEADS and the vibe is over 
when everyone decides it is..
the session starts or continues from 1 hand to another as Schwabe was playing a new production from baris K on a new label but we dont know much more than this, 
but we heard the track is really long so Traxx stepped up
to stay on the same slow vibe tempo you hear and brings
in his own music blueprint of a long play production for 
those who could believe that.
the disc jockey before had the track playing it for the 
early attendees but we used it to allow the journey to 
take flight thru the nite til very late the next day..

a breath taking experience of mental-musicality

Traxx Live At KC Drugstore(Belgrade,Serbia) 2013

the visionary discloses every material circumstance of 
each and everyone's mission to react on our world's 
present situation in this unbelievable composition with 
truth and no lack of fear as his sessions aren't for the 
faint of heart as he closed out the Selectors stage on 
saturday with a wild two-hour selection of un-chained 
melodies and new material that most didnt have a clue 
about or realize as usual.

As the journey continued, there was no break or respite; 
this was an assault of a genuine thrill at a festival largely populated by overly precise and well-mannered sounds, 
where he provided an exciting change of pace.

Traxx Live On Dek at Dekmantel Selector Stage 2014

this live recording was captured with boom mics no line feed that comes from the 1st Nation nite with Beau Wanzer live 
and Mick Wills at Concrete - Paris where "Black Rider" 
the Avenger of Jakbeat presented an alchemical sonic architect weaving sound beyond boundaries into living moments on the dance floor endlessly exploring kode blueprints of unruled electronics as this demonstration undoubtedly was a freeform onslaught of unrestricted, 
under the table music with no boundaries pushing the vision
forward+expanding into the modern day of his interpretation. 


Traxx- Live at Concrete Nation nite October 2014

feeling free to find an authentic voice and embrace the possibility of what you describe...

Traxx presents: Possibilities of Dance(balance n Unbalanced)

voicing the possibility of what can be described...

experiencing music collectively is a critical part of absorbing 
its meaning and its unique ability to communicate abstract 
ideas that resonate differently with different individuals.

this chapter is about open minded listening with a 
willingness to observe and unpack the sounds that 
unfold and their interconnectedness.

Traxx presents: Possibilities of Dance(balance n Unbalanced).Chapter 2.

while his art is not just a 'back to basics' approach, 
he discloses every material circumstance of each 
and everyone's mission to react on our world's 
present situation as his session segments aren't 
for the faint of heart..

in this newest document clockin in at 4 hours live 
from Clermont-Ferrand France in the Boulevard,
we embrace a different perspective of selected styles
free jazz, lots of rare dirty tracks, hip hop and cosmic sound.

anything goes is the uniformed motto of this particular juggernaut...

Traxx live deknician segment from club 101

a euphoric engagement and 1st time appearence at Sameheads was small and completely out of the way of a normal size club.

spAceLex hosts an event series called Club Cosmic, 
dedicated to the free spirited vibe of Camp Cosmic,
a festival curated from Albion which takes place in the 
sweden countryside where tribes of music-lovers from all 
over the world head to for a few days of otherwordly 
experiences during mid summer for an amazing 3 days time.

when Traxx plays for the Cosmic music players and diggers 
he plays much more slower and spacey with different ideas.
when this happens over a long length of time it creates 
reaction and interaction that can be enjoyed in a state of 
mind-body integrated euphoria without thinking about this 
text you are currently reading.

Club Cosmic Nite selection from Traxx at Sameheads

this selection was created from PeacHbLack for 
his cousin Monaco who was his dancing partner 
for anything and all; knowledge beyond in 
purpLeworld and hanging out..💜

PeacHbLack - Rare Roger 4 Monaco

Traxx (Nation / US)

Not content to be labeled as merely a DJ, a producer, or even a DJ/Producer, Melvin Oliphant III aka Traxx is a lover of music - one with a passion so intense that it overcomes genre divides to weave an altogether original, exciting, and multi-textured musical fabric which envelops both the avid clubber and the home listener, as well as everyone in between.

In 2007 Traxx founded Nation as a platform for the Jakbeat sound. He also released on numerous labels such as Relief, M/O/S, Gigolo, Muzique, Crème Organization, Antenna and Crème-Jak, under different monikers such as XXart, Saturn V, X2, The Green Goblin and Dirty Criminals. He collaborated with James T. Cotton, DJ Hell, Green Velvet, Hieroglyphic Being, DeeCoy and Legowelt to shape his unique definition of Jakbeat.

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Traxx @ Moog (2011_06_08)

the pedestrian makes a return presence with a specially made segment
for the subject of derrick may, the artist, and renaissance figure whose
prophetic morse code still continues to create your own ideal in the life-
affirming symphonies, wrenched kicking and screaming from deep inside
the circuitry of found machinery coerced into new and uncharted contortions
previously alien to their stoic programming.

Radical Hymns Of Innovation, A Mayday:Rhythim Is Rhythim Selection Presentation From The Pedestrian

in late March of this year was the first time ever...
Traxx invaded Japan!
the demonstration of musical kaos was ensued to the highest order 
of musical madness from his personally selected vinyls and rarities.

Traxx- Decknician Segment live from Contact Japan 2017

this live recording is from the 1st nite in chicago of a 3 day tour at The Aragon Ballroom(boom mic live) where traxx joined the tour that was completely overwhelming in the most serious way he faced as a musical challenge for 
those interested to listen how the nite proceeded.

with this incredible honor to make the opening proceedings at 
special venue locations in specific cities in the US for 
their new album ‘american dream’ tour, he personally put 
together songs which could contrast to their album title to 
the musical segments based on the journeys shared among 
the band and tour production crew.

this was a heavy thorough musical preparation to have 
played many songs(all over the spectrum)as each nite 
was completely different in selection and programming.

thank you with love and endearing admiration and appreciation

james murphy
pat mahoney 
nancy whang
tyler pope
al doyle
gavin rayna russom
matt thornley 
korey richey

LCD Opening Proceedings- Aragon Ballroom(chicago)with Traxx Nov.6th 2017

For the next episode we present an acidic journey through the familiar, yet unfamiliar realms of the uncanny. A special 2 hour and 42 minute presentation of psychedelia that recalls the dark corners of warehouse parties of a forgotten era, while at the same time, striking to the current core of modern jakbeat aesthetics. Further mind altering experiences are provoked and amplified by a delay pedal that runs its course from beginning to end, while making no apologies for its audible presence. And without further adieu, we present "Demented - Fluids of Acid Adrenaline, Uncontrolled with Endless Effects", a sound painting by, Traxx.

Traxx - Demented - Fluids of Acid Adrenaline, Uncontrolled with Endless Effects

Controlled chaos from a sonic daredevil.

Read more here: https://www.residentadvisor.net/podcast-episode.aspx?id=627

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RA.627 Traxx

Huge thanks to the "free spirit " Traxx {Nation} who delivered to us a magical journey with a stunning segment, creating a vibe and atmosphere that can't be expressed with words,  sharing with us his soul, and his music with all his love leaving us during the last moments saying good bye in tears. 

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Traxx On Dek From  Phormix 5 Years Anniversary At Romantso / Athens

we celebrate Black History Month as an annual observance 
of important people and events in the history of the African 
diaspora presenting the 3rd studio insert series entitled Depth.

Traxx- Studio Insert 3- Depth

Graciously, we have been given permission by our comrade, Kosmik of the Black Lodge to present a live three hour session by Traxx from Feb 2019 at the afforemention Black Lodge party in Los Angeles.

What can be said? There is Traxx and then there is everyone else. Plain and simple one of our favorite musical architects, always pushing the limits, always pushing music to the edge, unpredictable, never stagnant and always seeking what is next. Taking the past and fusing it with the present and beyond, the roots are never forgotten but expanded upon and pushed further with his unique personal style, time and again.

Check these three hours of live action from one of the few truly taking risks in this stale scene.
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https://blacklodge.bandcamp.com/

L.I.E.S. Podcast 58-Traxx Live At The Black Lodge Feb 2019

ONDERWERELD 36 HOUR MARATHON: TRAXX (@the-nation)

RECORDED 2019 06 26/27, SOMEWHERE IN THE HAGUE

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NOT AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE DUE TO LICENSED MUSIC

TRAXX @ ONDERWERELD 36 HOUR MARATHON

When the culture of hip-hop first began to take shape in the 1970s, 
it consisted of at least four fundamental elements: 
deejaying, emceeing, graffiti, and breaking.

Breaking, popularly known as breakdancing today, was created 
in the Bronx in New York City. The term breakdancing as it’s used 
in the media often mixes New York’s b-boying and West Coast–developed dance styles like popping, locking, and the electric boogaloo. B-boy dance moves are influenced by a number of cultural sources, including African-American and Afro-Caribbean music, kung fu, and capoeira.

Breaking reached peak popularity in the mid-1980s, when a 
number of films showcased the moves and the youth who created it. 
Breaking began as a mode of self-expression; it was a part of a larger culture that reflected the social, economic, and political conditions of the youth at that time. Now, decades later, as the style and moves of breaking have changed, so have some of its traditions.

have a listen to this mini selection of vintage grooves from its humble beginnings.

Traxx Presents 80s Streetbeat Protodance

True love meets music machines.

Moss Pig is an all-hardware electronic live act, comprised of veteran raver SoLaRkaT aka Coldfuture & his best friend Neptune Luau.

Every performance is an attempt to capture the rawest spiritual times on the dancefloor, and rework their vibes on the machines in the moment.

¡Quiero Moss!