brings back memories on the podium at dcm

Temple Dayz Tribute
Back in 1996, The Temple opened on Oxford St, featuring 3 levels of pumping Oldskool bangers. For those that were lucky enough to experience The Temple, it was a true club with awesome sound & lighting, amazing crowds where everyone came to dance and party – and everyone got along and looked after each other.
Captain Kirk was resident DJ there, playing some memorable sets to packed dancefloors on a weekly level. Besides being a very humble and down to earth guy, his sets during the mid to late 90’s helped shape this amazing scene which is alive and well after all these years.
It was one awesome night / morning in 96/97 where I had the privilege of partying to one of those sets, a 5-hour marathon set which changed me musically forever. After walking out of the club that next morning, all I wanted to do was become a DJ and the Captain was and still remains my biggest influence as a DJ. 
The crazy thing, I still remember most of what he played during that magical set Back in 96/97 – and after sharing this story with the captain himself, he came up with an amazing idea that we recreate that set (with the tracks I remember him playing) and go back-to-back on a live mix. Humbled, excited, absolutely smitten to be part of this back-to-back mix with one of the pioneers in Oldskool Nrg, and most of all, my biggest influence as a DJ.
Fresh off the decks, enjoy the mix guys!!

Dj Captain Kirk vs Kanu – Temple Dayz Tribute (Oldskool NRG) 139bpm

DJ Captain Kirk vs Kanu - Temple Dayz Tribute (Oldskool NRG).mp3

2 hour mix of banging NRG & trance tunes!

Rod E - This is 1998

It's 3am This is 1998

Rod E - It's 3am This is 1998

Almost at the end of the 20th Century. Wow 
The end of the 90’s decade… even more WOW. 

What a decade it was. 
Music, Fashion, Phones, Internet, Computers…. Technology,…. We had so many changes, and so much to adapt to. 
Bit of a quick smack in the face to realise that you either got on with it, or you got left behind. 


Music changed SOOO much in that decade. 
Going through mixtapes just from 1996-1999 and hearing it now, after all these years showed such a significant difference in the sounds, the technology, the production and the structure of “electronic” music. 

Was it also a sign of the recreational party favourites of any given season? YES. 
Thats a BIG YES. 

Watching or studying a dance floor prior to any set was a must for me. To feel out what the flavour of the night was, and the energy of the room.

Had the previous DJ worked the floor in a good way was always at front of mind. 
Did they “burn’ you by playing all the hits one after another and leave you with nothing in case you needed a “crowdpleaser”? 

Was the dance floor burnt out way too early? 
Or was it rocking and so perfectly primed you could close your eyes and feel the room? 

Could I just pull out anything of my collection and know it would elevate? Or did I have to carefully rework the room to change it? 

All those thoughts would cross my mind in less than a minute to asses my tactic. 

Understanding all the above really quickly, was the key to a great gig and a brilliant night out for everyone. I didn’t plan a set from start to finish, how could I? I didn’t know what went on before I arrived so I “winged” it. Took enough music with me so that I could go in several different directions if needed. 
To be honest, nearly every set I did not know what my first track would be until I turned up in the Dj booth.

Jewelz February 1999 Mixtape Side A And B

Labelled this volume 6am, Listen and you'll most likely agree...

DK1 - DCM Promo Vol 3 - 6.00 am

Late Night Jam 09.11.2015

Another trip down memory lane remembering the greatest club ever.
Old Skool Klassix VI is all about melodic madness. 
Uplifting melodies & banging basslines that takes us back to that special magical place we all loved so much.
DCM Anthems done with vinyl and Traktor DVS mixed mr kek style.
Yep, that's another one of my membership cards on the cover :)
Mixed July 2016

Download

mr kek - Bangin' Beats Volume 44 - Old Skool Klassix VI - DCM Memories

Enjoy People part 2 salvaged off mini disc live from Blackmarket Sydney 2000....Klimax

Dayclub April 2000 Part 2- Dj Klimax

DjKanu - Bootleg Mix Vol.1 (Oldskool Nrg)

Track Listing
1. Wurk
2. Goodtimes
3. Mea Culpa
4. Dream Universe
5. Superfly Slick Dick
6. The Big Pound
7. Heaven
8. Ritmal Infernal
9. Magic In You
10. Follow Me
11. To The Extreme
12. Move Mania
13. Copycat (Clap your hands everybody)
14. Music 4 The People
15. Fiji

DJ Klimax- Dream Universe Mix 2018 (Klimax's Top 15 NRG Tracks)

Bang To This - DJ Jorgie Jay

Liquid NRG 2

It wasn’t until placing Runner Up in Australia’s Biggest DJ Competition, YourShot, that MrSARPA’s DJ career kicked off. His creativity and natural ability to mix sounds that tells an unforgettable journey influenced by House and Techno, delivering an infectious energy to his DJ sets. 

Given the opportunity to play Internationally while travelling earlier in the year, Nick’s face is becoming more familiar through the music scene, spreading his love and passion for music further on Sydney’s dancefloors. Being the founder of Deep Techno House and the host of a monthly radio show, Sarperb Sounds, he aims to bring together like minded people for a common cause.

Late Night Jam 09.11.2015

MrSarpa

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