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Embrace

Still On Fire - Trentemoller

Mesa Boogie Lonestar 2x12 Cabinet
Swart SST-30 2x12 cabinet
Trussart steel deville 
Fender Stratocaster
Warwick Corvette w/ Sponge dampener
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Shades Of Marmalade

Jeremy J. Saks - Shades Of Marmalade

Hello, this is Dj K'chn and you are listening to Lift Off to Blue Mondays: Extended Vibes, a mix of house music that will take you from the lows of the weekdays to the highs of the weekends. This mix features songs by Dj Apollonia, Joshwa, Richard Grey, and more, with remixes by Crazibiza, Jeff Doubleu, and Benny Benassi. Get ready to dance, groove, and lift off with this mix!

1. Rhythm Dancer (Crazibiza Remix) by Dj Apollonia
2. Bass Go Boom (Original Mix) by Joshwa
3. Gypsy Player (Original Mix) by Richard Grey, Block & Crown, Lissat
4. Bang to the Beat (Original Mix) by Popcorn Poppers, Ghostbusterz
5. Blue Monday (feat. JD Davis) (Extended Mix) by JD Davis, DJs From Mars, Oliver Heldens
6. Lift Off (Extended Mix) by Dombresky
7. Break It Down (Extended Mix) by Party Pupils
8. Jockamo (Original Mix) by Crazibiza
9. Another Chance (Extended) by Roger Sanchez, Oliver Heldens
10. Klubbhopping (Jeff Doubleu Remix) by Klubbheads
11. Crying On The Dancefloor (Extended Version) by Endless Summer, Sam Feldt, Violet Days, Jonas Blue
12. Later Bitches (Benny Benassi vs. MazZz & Constantin Extended Mix) by The Prince Karma
13. King With No Crown (Original Mix) by Block & Crown
14. CubaTribe (Original Mix) by Ivan Kay, Fiorez
15. Crank That (Extended Mix) by Pickle
16. Busy Child (Sta Remix) by The Crystal Method
17. Don't Call Me Baby (Mousse T. Remix) by Madison Avenue
18. GoodTimes Rapper (Extended Mix) by GhostMasters
19. King Of My Castle (Original Mix) by Keanu Silva, Don Diablo
20. House Is The Religion (Extended Mix) by Andy Murphy, Gaz Kempster
21. King Midas (Original Mix) by Sacha Robotti, Kevin Knapp

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Lift Off To Blue Mondays: Extended Vibes

001 #  2024  - AorMos

Episode 043 & Serbia based FAETD (@faetd), interview below:

BSV: Such a privilege to have you here bro! How are you? What’s going on?
FAETD: Hey, thanks! It's great being a guest on your radio show. I'm doing fine, thanks. A little bit busy around these holidays, but all is good. I'm working on some new music and related stuff.

BSV: So so so energetic mixtape. Powerful job! Are you more into the tech house now?
FAETD: Thank you, it means a lot. Hmm, yes and no. When I started this mix, it took me in that direction. I am more into experimenting with different styles. I don't like being defined by just one sound because, in my opinion, it affects creative freedom. So, I love to mix when I make music, especially transitioning from tech to electro and everything in between... 🙂 But regarding this set I went all in tech house.

BSV: Not too many people know that you are offering sound design services. Where this passion comes from?
FAETD: Yeah, I like doing that because it sparks creativity. Most of what I've learned about mixing and mastering is from doing it for other people. It's harder for me to mix and master my own music 🙂 I love enhancing people's ideas through mixing and mastering. And I love learning things, so I constantly work on my mixing, mastering, and sound design skills, there is no end to it.

BSV: Can you please explain to us your connection with The Prodigy and in which way they determined your sound?
FAETD: Oh, I grew up listening to The Prodigy, I even think that they got me into electronic music and all. I was always inspired by their sound, especially the creativity in how they made some of their most iconic tracks, and the synthesis they use. I always try to incorporate some of those colors into my tracks. I don't know how to describe it with words, but some gritty synth stabs or leads here and there.

BSV: In this recording you included “Funky People” remix edit (original tracks from this release also mastered by you) and your “Those Pills” original track (under the previous alias Dafter). You decided to mix these tracks in the opening. Did you realize that we used same vocal pack in production? 😉
FAETD: Yeah, I wanted to start my mix with 'Funky People,' and that track dictated the entire mix, leading me to create a tech house mix. The track 'Those Pills' somehow goes very well with it. Oh yeah, I remember you told me once about using the same sample pack. I should have mixed your track with mine :D, maybe next time, that would be cool 🙂

BSV: Why did you change your artist name and what’s behind it?
FAETD: Hmm, it has always been mistaken for Daft Punk. People would ask me if it's because of Daft Punk and stuff like that, and I was always explaining. It started as 'Destination After,' then I made it shorter, and that's it. I wanted to rebrand and went with FAETD, using alternative spelling 🙂 I had a hard time coming up with a name, and while I was reading a book, I came across a very beautiful quote, 'Amor Fati,' and the whole explanation and philosophy behind it just clicked—Fated. Then I used alternative spelling and FAETD was created 🙂

BSV: Tell us something about your latest and future music projects.
FAETD: I am currently working on some new tracks and a video for one of my tracks. A few months ago, I released two of my tracks: 'As It Was' and 'In My Head', they are both on sound.xyz, on the blockchain. I started releasing on my own on the blockchain, and in the near future, I am planning to drop them on Spotify and other streaming platforms.

BSV SESSION 043 🇷🇸 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

Beatport Exclusive: 
https://www.beatport.com/release/the-dream-of-odysseus/4405149

Desert Raven, Dirlasion-The Dream Of Odysseus

Using Maelstroms Dystopian Elements Package

https://hobobaggins.bandcamp.com/album/dystopia-ep

Dystopia

Episode 048 & Berlin, Germany based DJ Motion (@motion_dj), interview below:

BSV: Hello Hennadii! How are you? How was your day?
DJ MOTION: Hi! I’m in such a great mood today! It’s sunny in Berlin, which is quite rare!

BSV: Tell us something about your roots. Where are you from and how did you get into electronic music?
DJ MOTION: I am originally from Ukraine and have been passionate about music since childhood. In 2007, I embarked on my journey as a DJ. My tastes have evolved several times - from the Minimal and Electro of those times to modern Afro House, Melodic House, and Downtempo. But one thing has always remained unchanged - my place behind the decks. It’s a kind of drug, albeit a legal one, but just as hard to give up.

BSV: About your mixing routine, how do you get all of these smooth transitions?  Do you practice a lot?
DJ MOTION: I think it’s like learning to ride a bike. Once you’ve learned, it’s impossible to forget. But you’re right - there’s always room to grow. You need to practice and improve. A lot depends on what kind of DJ you are. If you’re an underground DJ, you’ll never bother with scratching, word play, tone play, and all that. But in any case, you should at least have a general understanding and try different mixing techniques for self-development. I believe the main secret isn’t even in practice, but in track selection and sorting by key - this is the key to a great mix.

BSV: We notice that you are currently in a “progressive” state of mind and we want to know more about your evolving process of changing musical genres.
DJ MOTION: Thank you for an interesting question. I think that tastes change with age. At first, you try to follow general trends, discovering more and more new things around you. But only with time and experience do you come to understand what your soul truly desires. I believe this is the main reason why DJs change the genres they work with.

BSV: You are a Berlin based artist. Is it easier for you to get some gigs and to play music to the “right” people?
DJ MOTION: I don’t think the number of gigs depends on the city you’re in. Rather, it depends on how many connections you have in that city, especially in the club scene. Without them, getting behind the decks at a venue is quite a challenge. Nevertheless, despite my relatively short time here, I have already gotten to know the local club culture and had the opportunity to perform several times for the right people you’re talking about. I continue working on integrating into the local club scene. And those who work toward a goal always achieve results. That’s why I’m confident in the success of what I’ve started.

BSV: Your favorite track/artist at the moment?
DJ MOTION: Unfortunately, I can’t give you a definitive answer to this question because I don’t have one favorite track or one favorite artist. I listen to a lot of music, so it’s impossible for me to choose just one and call it the main one. I think you understand me.

BSV: Are you familiar with some DAW?
DJ MOTION: Yes, during my practice, I had the chance to work with Logic Pro and Ableton Live. I think these are some of the most popular software programs in the DJing sphere, but I feel they are more suited for sound producers, and I don’t consider myself one - at least not yet. I do plan to dive into this new and exciting world for myself, but that will be a completely different story.

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BSV SESSION 048 🇺🇦 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

049 & Belgrade, Serbia based @lost_document with a very special mixtape that contains only BSV tracks. His fav @beatsoundvisions picks during our first 5 years of vibing. Even more interesting interview below:

BSV: Hello Milan! Thanks for your super creative submission! How are you today?
LOST DOCUMENT: Hello Marko, Thank you for having me once again. I'm great and excited to share this special mix with all of you.

BSV: Favorite BSV track?
LOST DOCUMENT: Definitely @der-dienstleister - Monochrome, although there are many good tracks.

BSV: Favorite BSV remix?
LOST DOCUMENT: So far, Groovy Soul @hiastuk Remix

BSV: Favorite BSV cover art?
LOST DOCUMENT: The art for my first release "Mad World" BSV07.

BSV: Favorite BSV mixtape?
LOST DOCUMENT: It's hard to choose one of many great mixes, but let it be mix by our friend @drumsta.

BSV: Favorite BSV interview?
LOST DOCUMENT: Rather not to choose a favorite one, but to notice that every interview brings a different vibe and view on music creation and production, which is a great thing.

BSV: Any upcoming projects?
LOST DOCUMENT: There is an upcoming release for BSV, and a few l plan to release till the end of this year. We'll hear more in the near future.

BSV SESSION 049 🇷🇸 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

050 & Balneário Camboriú, Brazil based Dalkio (@dalkiodj) -> mixtape full of originals. Interview below:

BSV: Hey buddy, how is the rhythm of your day playing so far?
DALKIO: Pretty hectic, to be honest. But it’s that good kind of hustle, you know… Between the studio, a few meetings, and a strong coffee in the afternoon. When there’s music involved, everything just flows better.

BSV: A few of our upcoming releases will carry your name as the composer - Marlon Dalavechia. Feels exciting, doesn’t it?       
DALKIO: Definitely! It’s really rewarding to see my name on something I truly believe in and built with care. I’ve always had a personal connection with every sound I create, so seeing it out there is a unique feeling.

BSV: Tell us more about your connection with Eduardo Drumn. Are you often together in the studio?
DALKIO: Yes! Edu is like a brother. We connect really well both musically and personally. We have a similar vibe in the studio and a lot of mutual respect for each other’s creative space, so good things always happen when we work together.

BSV: Is there some kind of introspection when it comes to your production? We are just curious… 😉
DALKIO: Absolutely. Producing is almost like a therapy for me. A lot of times I start a track just trying to express something I can’t even explain. And during the process, I end up understanding more about myself.

BSV: Do you have idols or a referent sound that you always wanted to merge into your wavs?    
DALKIO: So many! I listen to all kinds of music, but I’ve always had a thing for artists like Four Tet, Bonobo, and more recently, Âme. I really love that mix of organic textures with electronic beats. I try to bring a bit of that into my own sound.

BSV: If you can describe one of your days without music in it, what kind of day would that be?
DALKIO: Kind of gray, to be honest. I think music is in everything I do, even when I don’t notice it. A day without music would be too quiet, maybe too introspective. I’d probably end up putting on a soundtrack at some point, even if just in my headphones.

BSV: What’s the story behind your artist name?
DALKIO: It’s a play on my last name, Dalavechia, mixed with a kind of futuristic vibe I’ve always liked. I wanted something that sounds electronic but still has a unique identity. Dalkio came naturally after a few weird attempts.

BSV SESSION 050 🇧🇷 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

051 & Zagreb born, Berlin based Thian (@thian-dj-producer) with a 100% vinyl mixtape. Interview below:

BSV: Hello Srdjan! We first crossed paths almost ten years ago during a remix competition for one of your releases. Looking back now, how do you reflect on that moment and the journey since then?       
THIAN: It has certainly been a long journey. In the meantime, I became a father, and many aspects of my life changed. Musically, however, I remained very active. I worked on numerous projects, performed at gigs, released music, and collaborated with different artists. At that time, I had already been involved in music for more than 15 years, with a primary focus on DJ-ing. Parallel to this, I co-founded a record label - @insteadrec together with my friend Carsten aka @thane-percu. Through the label, we had the opportunity to collaborate with many artists, including yourself. I was also having my resident night - Thian & Friends at various locations, and was actively involved with the Berlin collective Synthesis, where we organized projects and events and produced remixes for some of the most respected names in the scene, such as @samuel-l-session and @funkdvoid. In addition, I worked on an official remix for @dave-the-drummer for another German label, which will soon be out. Looking back, I never would have imagined things would progress as far as they have.

BSV: We’ve heard that, once upon a time, you were a passionate skateboarder. How has that experience shaped or influenced your path in electronic music?
THIAN: I essentially grew up as a skateboarder. Instead of spending time at home, we gathered at Mimara, a well-known spot in Zagreb. Skateboarding was never just a sport, it was a lifestyle, a community, and a way of seeing the world. We traveled to neighboring countries for contests and explored different skateparks as teenagers. Skateboarding taught me a DIY approach to life, and that mindset continues to help me today, especially when I was organizing my first parties, where improvisation was often necessary. Many skateboarders eventually move into creative fields such as music and visual arts. My first release was with Ishek, a drummer and a friend from my skateboarding days. When you dedicate yourself so deeply to something while growing up, it becomes an inseparable part of who you are.

BSV: Is it true that back in the days, you had to disassemble a gramophone, piece by piece, at the border in order to carry it across?
THIAN: That’s absolutely true. When I was growing up in Croatia, the EU was much smaller, and my country wasn’t yet a member. To get better prices on vinyl records and music equipment, we often traveled to Germany or Austria and smuggled things back home. I usually hid items under the front seats and did my best to look confident when crossing the border, especially if officers asked if I had anything to declare. Luckily, I never got caught, thanks to my “acting skills,” I guess.

BSV: A lot of experience behind you. Tell us a little bit more about your early beginnings in DJ-ing. 
THIAN: My DJ career began when my skateboarding journey came to an end. Around 1994, after competing in a contest in Budapest, I returned to Croatia feeling disappointed by how far behind our skateboarding scene was compared to theirs. That loss of motivation coincided with my growing passion for music. Even while skateboarding, a few of us had tried forming a band and held some jam sessions, though nothing serious came of it. Around that same time, a major rave called Future Shock took place in Zagreb. FULL INTERVIEW -> https://www.thian.org/bsv-session-051/

BSV SESSION 051 🇭🇷 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

052 & Istanbul, Turkey based Mert Batigün (@mertbatigunmusic). Interview below:

BSV: Hello Mert! Hope you are all good. How is your day going so far?     
MERT BATIGÜN: Hi there. Lately, most of my days are spent organizing my music archive, listening to promos, playing music at the club, and working out.

BSV: I was introduced to your music in 2015 while listening to your very first release for our common label. I really liked your vibe with the “Fellings” track. What’s your perspective on it, a decade later?       
MERT BATIGÜN: While producing the track “Feelings,” I was going through a period where I was struggling and feeling lonely within the music industry. I still play this track at the end of my sets from time to time.

BSV: Is there some kind of connection between your running discipline and your music journey? We are just curious.    
MERT BATIGÜN: I started running purely to clear my mind. It also positively affected my production. I’d call it a free doping for mental health, and I recommend it to everyone.

BSV: During weekends, you are busy performing in clubs of Istanbul. How would you describe the energy and character of the local crowd?        
MERT BATIGÜN: Most of the people who go out in Istanbul are very knowledgeable about music. They can really have certain expectations. While playing, you definitely need to watch the crowd. Most of the time, we steer the flow of the night together with the audience, which makes it both enjoyable and exciting.

BSV: Just like your first release, a special combination of techno and deep house, perfectly blended. Is that your scope of work?          
MERT BATIGÜN: Lately, indie sounds have become trendy again. I’m blending disco and indie dance styles. And of course, the night always continues with techno 🙂

BSV: Fav artist at the moment?
MERT BATIGÜN: Dixon

BSV: Fav track at the moment?
MERT BATIGÜN: Tiga - Overtime

BSV SESSION 052 🇹🇷 + INTERVIEW & FREE DOWNLOAD

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Reverb
Echo
Tempo reduction
Pitch Reduction 
Bass amplification.

Powder Room

03 - Julian Winding - The Demon Dance (THE NEON DEMON) Red Band Trailer/NightClub Scene Mix

Twilight 22 - Electric Kingdom

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Resilient is a DJ, producer, and the visionary force behind @beatsoundvisions, a label devoted to championing true artistry in a world oversaturated with noise. His journey is not one of overnight hype, but of slow-burning evolution, crafted through countless mixing hours and deep connections with worldwide fellow artists. Spiritually adopted by the world, Marko Radovanovic aka Resilient didn’t choose a flashy stage name. The name found him. Because that’s what he is. A survivor, protector of the real ones. A deep soul who translates life’s highs and lows into sound frequencies. Before all of that, there was just a kid with an accordion trying to catch the melody of a "Lonely" song by the German rapper “Nana”. Nothing else, just a feeling. With over a hundred releases to his name, Resilient is not just an artist, he’s a storyteller through the rhythm. He has released on and collaborated with different labels: Deeplomatic Recordings (London); Deep Clicks (Spain); Electric Eden Records; Berlin-based Instead Recordings; Deep House Craft (South Africa); Hamburg-based Neele Records; Munich-based Karmaloft Music, Affect Recordings & Affekt Reaktion; Warrior City Records (Brazil); Soviett Records (Russia); SMR Underground (Italy) and many more. You don’t just listen to his tracks, you live in them. Bold synths, incredibly characterful vocals, groovy bass lines… It’s the kind of music that makes you close your eyes in the middle of a crowd and remember something you didn’t know you’d forgotten. His live sets are emotional marathons. When he plays, he plays long. Not just sets, but journeys. Settle in, let go, and you’ll understand. This is not music for the masses. He doesn’t play for algorithms, he plays for souls. The kind of selector who knows exactly when to hold back and exactly when to let go. A pivotal journey to Ibiza, and one soul-stirring gaze at Es Vedrà, set his compass toward a sound driven by connection, transformation, and truth. Resilient’s sound lives in the deeper layers of electronic music. Rich in texture and always evolving. His productions defy formula, embracing non-standard arrangements and mystical atmospheres that draw the listener inward. There are new releases on the horizon. Special mixtapes for your summer. And the next chapter of his sonic journey is already being written, in silence. But wherever you find him, behind the decks, in your playlists, or somewhere deep in your heart space, you’ll know. You’ll feel it. Resilient is in the house!