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Open Records is proud to present the first taste of our monster new compilation Expansion Pack II, compiled by label boss Jesse Kuch.

Jam-packed with 21 fresh tracks celebrating 10 years of Open Records, artists include Doppel, Jamie Stevens, Thankyou City, FunkForm, Moodmachine, Taya, Out Of Sorts, The Journey, Concierj, Tonelab, GMJ & Matter, Draztec, Maxi Basshead & Harry Blotter, dreamAwaken, John Baptiste & Liam Sieker, Verve, Mark Henning, Closer Apart, Christopher Brooks, Somersault, Victor Y and Oblique Industries.

With the exception of a couple of tunes from our favourite Swedish Brazilian and brothers from across the ditch, it's the biggest compilation of Australian progressive, house and techno ever released and a worthy sequel to the classic original by Woodsman, released in 2010.

Expansion Pack II

Victor Y - Colin (Original Mix) [Open Records]

Open Records is a techno, house and electronica imprint based out of the sunny state of Queensland, Australia. Founded in the lush tropical paradise of Cairns in 2007 and now managed out of the bustling metropolis of Brisbane, Open has grown into a respected and prolific label with more than 70 releases from artists in all corners of the globe.

The Open sound is just that. Over the years we have released everything from deep, organic, progressive and tech house, to staunch minimal, hypnotic tribal, driving techno and abstract electronica. What has remained constant is our desire to represent the intelligent, groovy, dancefloor-oriented sound of the Australian festival and party culture, with a little help from our friends around the world, too.

Along the way we've managed to top the Beatport charts, featured in the playlists of some of the world's biggest DJs and radio shows and helped launch the career of some of Australia's most talented artists. Not bad for a crazy idea hatched in a small city in regional Australia! Big respect to everyone who has supported us on our journey, we wouldn't be where we are today without you.

Luke Lawrence is the founder, co-producer and resident DJ of Melbourne-based events series, White Noise Music.

Having DJ’d for more than 10 years in clubs in and around Melbourne, Luke’s career in music began in mobile DJ’ing doing the hard yards at 21st birthdays, weddings and school formals.  Years later and it’s not only electronic music, but also promotions and the events business Luke is most passionate about.  Having partnered with Nina Paulus, the White Noise brand now brings monthly parties featuring national and international artists in clubs throughout the city.  

As a DJ, Luke has become known for showcasing the sort of emotional, harder-edged melodic house and techno also played by the likes of Fideles, ARTBAT, Solomun and Adriatique.  

In recent months, this experienced DJ has featured at festivals including Babylon, The Comfort Zone and Burning Seed.  He’s no stranger to the boards at New Guernica, Brown Alley, MyAeon and Killing Time.  Artists he’s supported have included Matt Sassari, Secret Cinema & Egbert, Budakid, Rafael Cerato and Animal Trainer.  

https://soundcloud.com/luke_lawrence

Whenever the set time, wherever the club, expect #goodvibesonly from Luke’s sets.

'Rainforest' out now on Bassic Records: bit.ly/BR-Rainforest-SC

Supported by: Maceo Plex, Guy J, Henry Saiz, Marc Poppcke, SQL, Jamie Stevens, Gabriel Rhome, Stereo Underground.

Collaboration and diversification is at the heart of the Victor Y project. Unconfined tracks are often produced with musicians in the studio, merging innovative sounds with sincere organic talent for spontaneous yet flowing energies. From delicate chillwave, through deep and driving techno and house, Victor Y’s sound is versatile, with holistic and humanistic qualities. 

Following his inaugural exploration of the project, including the single ‘Black Light’ charting on Triple J Unearthed accompanied by heavy FBI Radio play, Victor Y’s productions have paved his way into the Open Records and Bassic Records families. Upon the release of his debut EP ‘Blueprint’ with Open in 2017, Victor Y’s work gained recognition from worldwide electronic extraordinaires including Maceo Plex, Guy J, Henry Saiz, Marc Poppcke, SQL, Jamie Stevens, Stereo Underground, Soulwerk and Gabriel Rhome. 

Of course, commercial success needs a balance with artistic expression. Each Victor Y musical project overflows with conceptualised storytelling. On the Open Records 2018 hit compilation Expansion Pack ll, the single ‘Colin’ infers a playfulness and uplifting quality inspired by companionship. Whilst his remix of Doppel & Ken Zo’s ‘This Moment’ on Bassic Records, represents the darker side of the VY persona, it still displays spontaneity and experimentation, qualities this project is making a name for. 

In sharing his musical endeavours around the world, Victor Y has DJ’d to crowds from Switzerland, Denmark, Poland, Germany, New Zealand and of course his home country of Australia. He continues to aim for a widened range of experiences, featuring at multi day festivals of the forest, to intimate club nights, foremost Shankra Festival (CH), Subsonic Music Festival, Earth Frequency Festival, Dragon Dreaming Festival, Twisted Frequency Festival (NZ), Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival, Uebel und Gefährlich (GER), Polygon Club (Berlin), 64 (DEN), Metronom (POL), S.A.S.H and Capulet.

tessin

Started his career as a DJ in Nagoya in 2010. After gaining appearances and experience in various parties, he is currently organizing "Lovely Lovely Chao Bana-na❤️" with Kento Kumazaki at Nagoya Shinsakae Club mago.
In addition, a "sleeping party" is held irregularly at the Yakuzen bar Sakae at Nagoya Women's University.

The DJ style, which always keeps in mind the development with a story, has a comfortable flow even in deep song selection, and is worth listening to.

2010年よりDJとしてのキャリアを名古屋でスタート。様々なpartyへの出演と経験を積み、現在、名古屋新栄Club magoにて、Kento Kumazakiと共に”Lovely Lovely Chao Bana-na❤️”をオーガナイズ。
また、名古屋女子大にある薬膳bar栄にて”寝るパーティー”も不定期開催している。

ディープな選曲の中にも心地よい流れのある、ストーリーのある展開を常に意識したDJスタイルは一聴の価値あり。