For this month show on @nts-latest I had the honnor to have @ptrckrssll guesting. 
Patrick Russell is a true veteran of the US underground scene and beyond. A genuine sonic storyteller, he magically transforms the essences of sound into pure lighting emotions that pierce through the soul, a sonic dialog that never fails to devastate both minds and dance floor. He is one of my favorite dj/producer of all times and a constant inspiration, he is someone to be experienced. 

For this month show we explore the energies of this past week's Super Full Moon in the watery sign of Scorpio. 
As the Moon is also ruled by the element of water, our heightened senses are our guide, and help us to travel into a deeper state of awareness and understanding. 
This sensitive Full Moon not only supports psychic cleansing and release, but it also holds some
 i l l u m i n a t i n g and a w a k e n i n g energy.
Scorpio energy is ruled by Pluto, and just a day after this Full Moon, Pluto enters the underworld for its annual retrograde. Pluto is the planet of death and rebirth, so keep in mind that whatever has fallen away has not been lost. It is simply undergoing a t r a n s f o r m a t i o n and you will start to see signs of the rebirth under this Scorpio Full Moon.
Uranus, the planet of awakening and surprises, is also very active on this Full Moon leaving us feeling a little frazzled by the time the Moon blossoms into fullness. If you are feeling scattered, be sure to stay grounded and practice self-care. Know that whatever is making you feel restless can also serve as a clue as to what you need to d i v e  d e e p e r  into. Sometimes when agitated or anxious energy arises, we want to push it away. But what Scorpio energy tries to show and teach us is that sometimes the only way out is t h r o u g h. 
Instead of trying to skate the surface, we instead, dive in, and allow ourselves to explore whatever we find, no matter how uncomfortable it can be. 
Brace ourselves and surrender to these energies that will soon pass and leave us with new wisdom, a deeper understanding, greater compassion, and a bigger understanding of the whole.

~ D i v e   d e e p ~  

Happy Full Moon and enjoy the show. 

See you next month. ♅ ♇
GiGi

@ptrckrssll https://www.instagram.com/ptrckrssll/
Beautiful art by https://www.instagram.com/giacques/
Full tracklist on https://www.nts.live/shows/gigi-fm/episodes/gigi-fm-28th-april-2021

GiGi FM Presents Patrick Russell ~ NTS 28.04.2021

Undeniably one of my biggest inspirations, the ever-talented @kondukukonduku presents a mix in his signature style, a unique soundscape of charming rhythms and melodies.

I've been a big fan of the Konduku ever since his debut album, Kiran, on @nousklaeraudio in 2018. Since then, Ruben has released an impressive and diverse catalogue on labels such as Spazio Disposable, Delsin & Idle Hands, often drawing on his Turkish heritage.

Beyond his incredible productions, Konduku is known for long, mind melting and crafty DJ sets & mixes. His closing set at De School for ADE in 2019 was one of my favourite DJ sets to date!

Thank you so much for putting this one together Ruben!

Downloads enabled

Animix Sixty Six: Konduku

To kick-start our new solar orbit, Amsterdam's Nera (@nera-ja) has programmed the next instalment of Virtual Utopia. A 90-minute future-space voyage through progressive trance and everything that surrounds. Close your eyes, and know the destination will be great, but the journey much greater...

This program aims to imitate the sensation of drifting consciously into the never-ending centre point of focus. Within the initial section you will be greeted by an artificial-intelligence 'DEEP-DREAM™' avatar who will lift you out of earths stratosphere and into distant realities,  then will guide you through chromatic fractal hallways where yourself reflects back at you infinite times, optimised for introspection.

Tunneling endlessly through squiggly acid lines that travel through you like plasma, a macro-dosed journey through utopian visions and future civilisations,  an interlaced groove keeps this simulation a high-vibe-emitter from start to finish.  Emulating the sensation of travelling through an internet cable, spanning genres but still maintaining light speed progression.

Nera has provided an explorative, espionage mission to discover metallic artefacts of otherworldy materials. Throughout the mission there is ability to discover the distant expanse of the known universe, yet inspect the unfathomable dimensions of whats beyond the molecule.

Strap in and connect to your CIU (Cerebral Interface Unit) - the simulation is about to begin...

Patch Notes: "Many thanks to Laura for this high-propulsion mix, and happy new year to all <3"

Virtual Utopia 06: Nera

Priori is a Canadian musician, mixing engineer and DJ known for his immaculate productions spanning a broad sonic spectrum. Priori has two critically acclaimed albums released on his own NAFF imprint with a third releasing later this month, in addition to outstanding releases on Midgar, Animalia and more. 

MNMT 418 is a mix of gentle, moody deep dubs, warm melodies and melancholy ambiance. Perfect start to the week ✨

Follow:

https://soundcloud.com/priori-ties
https://prioricamp.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pri0ri
https://linktr.ee/pri0ri

MNMT 418 : Priori

live recording of my opening set ~ main room 23:00 - 2:00

10 years amenthia recordings tour : 

AMEN:10 at @karmen-camina, strasbourg 
zara (live)
thaïs
timnah
mario
garçon
agonis

one of my most memorable and meaningful sets to date and one I'm very proud of 🤍 I put a lot into it ~ I hope you will enjoy the ride 💠

Thaïs @ Karmen Camina ~ AMEN:10 ~ 13.07.2025

For our next installment, we’re honoured to welcome ABSIS back to the series with a stunning recording of his all-vinyl hybrid DJ set at this year’s Perpendicular Festival.

Equipped with an ISO420 mixer, Pulsar-23, H90 FX, three turntables, and a crate full of heavyweight rhythms, ABSIS delivered a beautifully crafted dub session that warmed the dancefloor on Saturday morning.

May these sounds ease you gently into the week ahead <3

https://soundcloud.com/absismusic
https://www.instagram.com/absis_music/

https://soundcloud.com/espacio-perpendicular
https://www.instagram.com/espacio.perpendicular/

Artwork by Clayton Ciolac
https://claytonciolac.com/
https://www.instagram.com/cccccclaytonciolac/

The Observatory - ABSIS (Hybrid Set) - Perpendicular 2025

lift_250809 - SAITO_EDIT recorded at vurt.
 
Saito
https://on.soundcloud.com/xDkW3FrMkHCaIK9Oii
https://www.instagram.com/saitopen/

SAITO (QUEST / WEEKENDER)
Born in 1986, based in Yamagata. DJ.
He is the organizer of "WEEKENDER", a long-running party held at SANDINISTA, a venue Yamagata takes pride in. WEEKENDER invites artists from all over Japan, fostering connections and growing into a beloved local party that continues to attract party freaks from far and wide.
In 2019, he joined "QUEST"—one of Tohoku’s leading DIY open-air parties organized by AJIKI—as a co-organizer. Since then, he has expanded his activities and dedicated himself to the development and nurturing of the Tohoku scene.
His DJ sets range from dance-oriented House to Techno, to ambient and listening sets that weave in Jazz, Downtempo, and more. Known for his ability to read the room and capture the atmosphere, his thoughtful selections are widely respected. His skillful use of vinyl and sharp mixing sensibility have created countless memorable moments on dance floors across Tohoku and the Kanto region.
In terms of releases:
In 2020, he produced a mix for SANDINISTA’s crowdfunding project.
In 2021, he handled the mix for a collaborative project between DJ KENSEI and Dustin, a clothing brand based in Yamagata.

SAITO(QUEST/WEEKENDER)
1986年生まれ、山形県在住。DJ

山形が誇る老舗・SANDINISTAにて全国各地のアーティストを招聘&交流する'WEEKENDER'主催。パーティーフリークが集合する名物パーティーに成長し継続中。

2019年に同県のAJIKIが主催している東北屈指のDIYオープンエアーパーティー'QUEST'に共同主催者として加入し、行動範囲を広げて東北のシーンの発展と育成に励んでいる。

House〜TechnoからなるダンスセットからJazz〜downtempo〜etcを交えたambient・リスニングセットまで
様々な音をその場の意図を汲み、空気を捉えた選曲には定評がある
Vinylを駆使してのMixセンスは数々のフロアに名場面をもたらし東北各地や関東の幅広い現場をこなしている。

作品では2020年・SANDINISTAのクラウドファンディング企画のMIX制作。
2021年・DJ KENSEIと山形発のクロージングブランドDustinのコラボレート企画のMIX制作を担当している。

lift podcast 01 - Saito -

This week we present a recording by the  ever-so-lovely @o-utlier who recently released on Animalia, a prolific producer from Ireland - at Mostra Festival, Barcelona 2025.

ani/live Seventy Six: o.utlier @ Mostra, 2025

Slouch

Syncope

Read our interview with Patrick here: https://www.patternsofperception.com/post/a-chat-with-patrick-russell

With a style forged in the ’90s Midwest rave scene, Patrick Russell(@ptrckrssll)'s Detroit-bred origins are still very much on show today. Now based in New York, he has found a harmony between retaining his acid-driven musical influences and broadening his palette towards the deeper and more psychedelic. A @thebunkerny resident and Labyrinth (@mindgameslaby) Festival regular, and still a key figure of Detroit’s famed No Way Back parties, Patrick has gained what borders on legendary status within the international electronic music community through a combination of integrity, hard work and uncompromising ability to weave storytelling into his work as both DJ and producer. 

Like many artists, his recent selections have ventured away from the dance floor – with the COVID era offering a freedom of exploration that’s on full show in his Patterns of Perception 76. Of the mix, Patrick says: “For some time now, I’ve been sitting on a number of tracks around the 75/150 BPM axis that I’ve been dying to play, and wanted to do so without venturing into full-on techno or electro. This seemed like the right opportunity to present them, and also throw in a few curve balls while I was at it. Challenge accepted.”

Links:
https://soundcloud.com/ptrckrssll
https://www.facebook.com/mentalux
https://twitter.com/ptrckrssll

Patterns of Perception 76 - Patrick Russell

Patterns of Perception