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Smooth, blippy, and laced with classics, this mix is by Brooklyn’s own Big A.D. (@thelevelparty). It carries the spirit of renewal and invigoration that we’re universally merging with. It bangs. Don’t sleep, stay awake.

d o w n 2 e a r t h 28 - Big A.D.

banging good mix from @thelevelparty bossman Andrew Devlin!! lock in doggos <3

Earth Dog Radio 020: Andrew Devlin

NYC’s Andrew Devlin takes a break from his usual dance floor facilitation to offer us a poolside soundtrack inspired by a recent stay at The Standard hotel in Miami Beach.

Q. Where do things currently sit on @thelevelparty front, and what other projects have you been busily chipping away at?

A. What’s that line? “We’ve been coming to the same party for 12 years now, and in no way is that depressing.” I think we’re nearing 10 now. In any case, the party feels like it’s in a really good place. After doing it more or less solo for a minute, I brought 5 residents on board who I love dearly–Alien D, KFeelz, Nigelthreetimes, No Sir, and Yibing. Everyone has so much range and energy, it’s been special getting the group together.
I’m really excited for our Glen Falls House weekender upstate in July (14-16). We get to take over this little hotel in the woods for a weekend and stretch out. It’s a dream. Big shoutout Josh Houtkin at Good Room for all his work making that a reality.
Past that, we’ve got some shows at our usual spots, Le Bain and Good Room, as well as a couple of day parties at Public Records’ new Nursery and a July 4 BBQ at Mansions. Would really like to bring the group of us to some other cities soon. I dream about heading back to New Orleans, doing Level Miami, Level Mexico City, Ibiza, etc…Anyone reading this wants to get in touch, let’s build ;)
Personally, I run a small sound company here in NYC, so I’m trying to grow that business and maintain my sanity. I’d like to get back into making music soon, even just a few cheeky edits. Start a podcast (I know, I know). And eventually open up a venue. A pub of sorts with good food and music. 

Q. What inspiration did you draw upon when putting the mix together?

There is, in fact, a pretty specific one. This mix is dedicated to the pool at the Standard in Miami. I went in January for the first time and recorded this when I got home. The vibe there is so strong. You’re sitting outside, eating the best caprese salad of your life, there’s a 2’ iguana crawling on a palm tree, you’ve got a green juice or a margarita in one hand. Everyone is having a good time and partying in this really respectful way. They’re just sipping on a cocktail or walking to the hot tub or making out in the pool. 
I thought a lot of that had to do with the soundsystem and the music programming–there are speakers everywhere (including underwater) playing at like 6/10 volume. The music is on a sort of soulful r&b/ balearic tip. I was on Shazam all weekend. So this mix is a dedication to that–if someone gave me 80 minutes to DJ the Standard Miami pool, this is what I would play.

Q. Are there any records in the mix that are particularly close to your heart, or old favourites that you’ve been keeping up your sleeve for the right moment? 

A. Definitely. To run through a couple… ”Wall Street” I discovered reading Dub by Michael Veal. Great book for anyone interested in DJ’ing, soundsystems, production, etc. I got really into Jackie Mittoo reading that, and have been playing that track since. 
The Lauryn Hill track, “Sweetest Thing” I heard in a coffee shop in Amsterdam in 2009, forgot about completely, then recently re-discovered.
“Don’t Break my Heart” is a big song for my wife and me. We both stumbled on it when we started dating at the beginning of 2020. We almost chose it as our first dance at the wedding, but thought the lyrics were a little dark. Anyway, big tune at the house. 
And the last track, the Mike Huckaby remix, is close to my heart. I was lucky enough to meet Mike a few years ago and gave him a ride to his hotel after a gig. He had just played for 3 hours and all he wanted to talk about was my Volkswagen Jetta. He was really such a sweet, warm guy, and this track always makes me think of him. R.I.P. 
Thanks so much for having me on this! Been a huge fan of MDC for a long time, and the radio shows and mix specials got me through lockdown over here. Means a lot to be a part of it. Much love.

MDC.284 Andrew Devlin

Truancy Sessions S01 E03: Andrew Devlin (@andrewdevlin17)

Artwork by Kushagra (kushlet on Instagram)

For the third episode of our Truancy Sessions series, we're thrilled to feature New York-based DJ and promoter Andrew Devlin, renowned for his iconic Level parties. Since its inception in 2014, Level has evolved from filling dancefloors in small Bushwick dive bars to becoming a staple of NYC's nightlife scene, with a recent expansion to Miami showing they are still in ascension. Andrew, along with his team of five residents, has cultivated a musical ethos that spans from tasteful record selections to peak-time party curveballs, showcasing his versatility and range as a gifted DJ. His opening set at Sustain Release in 2022 exemplifies this, seamlessly blending Carly Simon, Beck, Portishead, and Chaka Khan with cutting-edge dance music. We knew Andrew would deliver a stellar selection for our Sessions series, and he has certainly exceeded our expectations.

You can download Truancy Sessions S01 E03: Andrew Devlin in 320kbps and view the full tracklist on Patreon here (patreon.com/truants). Couple tracks are unknown white labels so may need some help naming. Your support helps cover all our costs, allows us to now pay our guests, allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit, ad-free platform and helps fund projects like this. Members will receive exclusive access to mixes, tracklists, and discounts off future merchandise. If you're desperately after any IDs however or money is tight, please leave a comment on the mix and either us or Andrew Devlin will get back to you :)

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Truancy Sessions S01 E03: Andrew Devlin

An Afro-Tech journey through rhythm, texture, and spirit.
‘Tankwa’ draws inspiration from the raw pulse of the desert, fusing tribal energy with hypnotic synth layers and a deep percussive drive.
Let it guide you through sonic dunes and ancient echoes.

Tankwa

Desert Echoes (Extended)

Jhonny LP, Palau (OFC) - Entwined [Sonnet Speciale]

DJ'J Virtual Nowadays June 20th 2020

Name: DJ Marcelle/Another Nice Mess (@marcelle)
Location: Amsterdam

Influences: Outsider art, Muslimgauze, The Fall, Monty Python, dub, Au Pairs, sunshine, bass, avant garde, fish soup, authentic individuals, my partner, Sylvana Simons (Dutch politician)

Affiliations/Residencies/Projects: http://www.anothernicemess.com/pages/shop.html  -  many residencies, like Nyege Nyege Festival in Jinja, Uganda,  a weekly radio show you can subscribe to: djmarcelle@upcmail.nl

Advice for the DJs, artists and producers of our community: don't put yourself in a frame/pigeonhole; a person is far more than his/her/its colour, gender, sexual identity and/or orientation. Be free, don't 'explain' yourself and never ask and/or just go for tolerance, as that puts you in a ''lower'' postion. All human beings all fundamentally equal.

'Expect The Daisy Unexpected Chain Mix' made with three turntables and a reel to reel machine.

Please learn more and consider donating to Bij1: https://amsterdam.bij1.org/

Tracklist - https://bit.ly/DJMarcelleTrax

Daisychain

Daisychain 127 - DJ Marcelle/Another Nice Mess

Juanita's Mix 021 with Uncle Dev @thelevelparty

Q. How would you describe yourself?
A. Neighborhood guy, entertainer, cook.

Q. How long have you been involved in the NY music scene?
A. Born uptown 1988. Sold some CDs for a band in Alphabet City 2006. Learning how to DJ this year.

Q. Tell us a little bit about this mix.
A. It's a 120bpm self-help mix.

Juanita's Mix 021: Uncle Dev

LA-based composer and vocalist Julianna Barwick gathers a soothing selection of tracks to float downstream to this Sunday.

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Sunday Mix: Julianna Barwick

We are pleased to host a mix by one of our favourite creatives in berlin who mesmerises with a mix that touches every corner with heart and uniqueness .

NM DJ is a recording and printing artist based in Berlin. Her vocal practice developed out of writing and reciting poetry at readings organized by TABLOID Press – a publishing house she co-founded with Zoe Darsee in 2014. She has collaborated as a vocalist with musical artists such as Perila, Special Guest DJ, Soho Rezanejad, and Ulla Straus, and in November 2019 performed a live set with exael on Berlin’s HÖR radio. As a designer, she has produced album graphics for labels including wood//work, Experiences Ltd., Uzuri, and Lillerne Tapes. 
NM kindly provided us with a tracklist below . hope the mix brings as much enjoyment to you as it did to us x

Tracklist
LA River Practice - Alex Zhang Hungtai

Itay Rain Moment - NM

Dials - Cocteau Twins

City Bar Reopen "Live" Dancing - Rick The Godson Wilhite

Revelation JS1C - Polido

Tryin' Times - Roberta Flack

Paradise Regained - USG

Ponderosa [Dobie's Rub Pt. 1] - Tricky

Flyswatter - Anthony Shake Shakir

Dancing and Slaving - Ike Yard

Beyond the Abyss - Drexciya

Crucified (Vocal) - Aaron Carl

Get It Together - Slum Village

Black Night (Dub Version) - Yasushi Ide feat. James Chance and DJ Krush

Crest (feat. Fanny Pankara Chuquimia) - Elysia Crampton

Thru The Skies (Main Mix) - Kenlou

On This Vibe (P. Scott sistrum remix) - Fred P.

Seventh Heaven - Gwen Guthrie

Torqued Light - Arad Acid

Red (Remix) - DJ SS

10 de Copas (Knowledge Dub) - Polido feat. NM

Deep Down - Paul Groove

He Did It (Troublemen Remix) feat. Dawn Tallman - Harley & Muscle

NM Uzuri Mix

NM DJ- Uzuri Mix

@thelevelparty

Introduce yourself? Preferred pronouns? Where do you currently reside? 1 fun fact about yourself?

Andrew Devlin. He/him. Currently floating in/around NYC. I’m color blind. 

How is everything going with you rn?

Staying positive every day. 

Have you taken any fun trips this summer?

I’ve been lucky enough to spend the last 3 months at my stepmom’s on Long Island, about 10 minutes from the beach. It’s kind of felt like one long trip to be honest, and a very mellow one. 

What is your # 1 Rona rule? 

Eat your vegetables. 

What do you miss about life pre covid?

I miss my bowling team a lot. Big shout out to the whole Still Rolling crew. 

Who currently inspires you music-wise?

Beck, for the last year or so. Yesterday I listened to “Red Clay” by Freddie Hubbard a few times, I read about it in that Mike Huckaby interview that was going around. Been learning “Old Man” by Neil Young on guitar, so that’s been stuck in my head. Mix-wise, the last two things I loved were DJ Voices’ Daisychain Mix and Martyn Bootyspoon’s Crack Mix. I think you can hear a little of those in this one. 

What  would be your last meal… in disturbing detail plz : ) 

Ooh, this is a tough one! I’ve been shifting my eating habits a lot the past few months and dabbling in vegetarianism...so I think I’ll go that route: Spinach ravioli by Papa Pascuale topped with some homemade marinara sauce by my mom. Speedy Romeo-style caesar salad with huge romaine leaves & fresh parmesan, couple anchovies. Baked stuffed clams. Fresh garlic bread with a little bit of parsley mixed in there. Frantoia olive oil on the table. Jeni’s coffee ice cream. 

Name 3 DJ’s you wanna see post covid asap?

Hmm… I’ve probably listened to Physical Therapy mixes more than anyone else this time, so would be nice to go have that experience IRL. Same with Ash Lauryn, I missed her at Nowadays last year. And I was supposed to see DJ Harvey right before the shutdown, so I’ll throw him on there. Really I just can’t wait to be in the club, though, don’t care who’s playing. 

Let’s play a pipipi game… I give you a situation & you give me a track 

** on a boat in a pond slowly sinking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVDKsgNHhOs

**56 hr acid trip with a childhood best friend who has 4 kids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQo1HIcSVtg

** track to soothe the world 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fH5r-l_HLE

Favorite weird drug experience?

I was tripping with some friends in college, just walking around town and this crazy storm rolled in. Lightning struck a 30’ tree right behind us and the tree dropped immediately, made the loudest sound I’ve heard in my life. Missed us by about 10 feet. I don’t know if that was my “favorite” but probably the most memorable. 

What scent would you choose to be on full blast for the rest of your life?

Fresh basil.

Describe a childhood music experience that dictates your music taste today

My dad took me to my first concert, which was Tina Turner at Jones Beach. He loved a diva. I also love divas.

Advice to beginning djs & producers?

This is always a hot topic--but as someone who learned using a controller and a laptop, I’d highly recommend putting time in to play records or at least focus on playing by ear. Once you can do that, everything else feels easy, and you can play b2b with anyone--kinda the most fun part of DJ’ing. I have to tell myself this all the time, but don’t compare yourself to others and enjoy the process. 

What would you like to see in the future for the dance community?

More residencies for local DJs and more focus on dancing. Like actual dancing. 

Contact info for an organization/person who needs help rn
bit.ly/colinfund

Uncle Dev - 72˚F

Spooky, woozy, cool-weather sounds 

IG: @just_beige Twitter: @deejaybeige

Chaotic Neutral w/ BEIGE @ The Lot Radio 10 - 27 - 2020

@taylorbratches

Introduce yourself? Preferred pronouns? Where do you currently reside? 1 fun fact about yourself?

My name is Taylor and my preferred pronouns are they and she. I live in Brooklyn! Fun fact about myself… I used to teach hip hop dance in the early 2000’s. 

How is everything going with you right now?

It’s going pretty well despite the circumstances, which of course are not ideal. Been navigating a lot of personal challenges lately, from a break-up to family drama, but strangely I feel ok, like all is looking up….something in my attitude has shifted

What are you missing from pre-covid life?

Dancing. With people. More than anything.

Any fun goals for winter time?

3rd installment of Dance Floor Epiphanies for Resident Advisor is happening, and I also have an ambient release coming out for the boutique cassette label, Enmossed. And I want to finish my memoir! (maybe it will actually happen this time). 

Who currently inspires you music-wise?
ASC (always). Europa. Ma Sha Ru. May Vary. Abby Echiverri. E.C.C.O. Pugilist. Air Max ‘97. Eris Drew and Octo Octa. Datach’i. H.E.R. Noumen. And I’ve been kind of obsessed with heavy bass music lately like Ternion Sound and TMSV. those lower chakra vibes


4 djs you would want to see on a lineup for the first party post covid asap?

Oh god this is hard. Umm… I’m thinking about the DJs whose sets just tether me to the floor and make me really fucking jump-up-and-down happy:

Erika
Danny Daze
Ben UFO
Eris Drew

What other activities have you dipped into with a break from djing?

Writing and Spiritual Channeling / Energy Work. Deepening into both of those practices.. 
 
Let’s play a pipipi game… I give you a situation & you give me a track (youtube links plz)

** 1 track for the insect world
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30stBhRAnmA
OR
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcZZR49OQ_4


** pool party for the older generation of club kids?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnHXnyLtGhk


** b2b with Claude Young
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkQVO4NRAUI


Favorite weird drug experience?

The very first time I took acid I accidentally took too much and merged with the soul of another human until we no longer could distinguish ourselves from one another. I saw his third eye blinking on his forehead, as real as an actual eye, and then we became telepathic, and then we astral projected as one entity into the godhead. It was cool.

Why do you think it's important to share music?

I believe it’s the most unifying force in the world. It’s the most human language, and gives us access to our emotions in a way that brings joy. And it connects us beyond the mind… it connects us through the body, and through the heart. 

What would you like to see in the future for the dance community?

Cohesion & Unification. A return to how things used to be, without trying to emulate the past too much. Meaning, a sense of PLUR that permeates not only the dance floor but the social spaces, online and physical.

Taylor Bratches - 111˚F

LT was in again for Max Winter. He takes over the controls for the first hour bringing a selection of ambient and downtempo bits. His guest My Flower takes over the second  and brings a bag full of breaks, house and techno.

LT w/ My Flower - December 2020

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Uncle Dev - 72˚F

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