"Gone To Heaven" was selected as a Spotlight Track this past week at We Are Machine. Watch the review video on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJsKg90KCC4

In November 2020, much loved Australian DJ Phil K sadly passed away. For some three decades the Melbourne-based leading light had been not only a pivotal player on the Australian scene, but also an internationally respected DJ, producer and technical trailblazer.

In amongst an astonishing (and global) outpouring of love on social media, Seladors Dave Seaman, a close friend since his first trip to Oz in 1993, wrote:
Phil was a shining light to us all. He told it as he saw it, but always with words of inspiration and encouragement. He had time for everyone, generous to a fault and a joy to be around. His enthusiasm, forward-thinking outlook and thirst for knowledge was infectious. He had an uncanny knack of making you feel better about life just by spending time in his company.

Phil & Daves mutual friend and pioneering Greek electronic producer Stelios Vassiloudis was moved to create a stunning new track in Phils memory. Gone to Heaven is a hugely evocative, moving track, 11 minutes + of blissful electronic ambience.
This fitting tribute is scheduled for release on what would have been Phils 52nd birthday, May 6th. Stels full length mix will lead the package, with the producer saying:
Theres no possible way a mere piece of music can do justice to Phils legacy and influence or even come close to expressing how his untimely passing has affected us all. Gone to Heaven was actually inspired by (what was to be) our last meeting in Melbourne on a perfect spring evening: great food followed by drinks and then a long drive around town listening to an impeccable selection of tunes selected by the man himself. A memory Ill treasure forever.

There are, of course, remixes designed to hit the dancefloors that Phil was so adept at rocking. These come firstly and fittingly from Phils long time fellow ambassadors for Australian club culture, Anthony Pappa and Jamie Stevens and secondly, from fellow Greek and another long time friend, John Dalagelis who all excel themselves with their own outstanding tributes.
All proceeds from this release will be donated to two charities close to Phils heart. The Mess Foundation in Melbourne https://mess.foundation who provide access to a sound production workshop, a place for people to engage with the history, technique and artistry of electronic sound and Tonic who raise mental health awareness, challenge stigma and promote mental wellbeing through music and the arts https://www.tonicmusic.co.uk

Phil K - Gone but never forgotten
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*SELADOR PREMIERE* Stelios Vassiloudis - Gone To Heaven {Preview Clip]

Blasting out the tunes in a manner to which you've become accustomed, Dave's back with another seamless Radio Therapy presentation of the hottest new club music. 
Twelve fresh club cuts, one after another, without skipping a beat, and all accompanied by the usual scintillating commentary from your genial host ;)
Just add volume and enjoy! 

Tracklist..
1. Meloko & LKF Project feat. Rondo Mo ‘Simple Child’ (Illusiory) [AZZUR]
2. Chambord & Jaguar Jaguar ‘Born In Blue’ [VOD]
3. UnbrokenOne ‘Waxx’ [Bedrock]
4. Dave Seaman ‘YoHo’ (James Harcourt) [Selador]
5. BEBBO ‘Reflections’ [Stereo]
6. ANNA ‘Kalimba Dreams’ [Global Underground]
7. Tim Engelhardt & Maga ‘Around’  [Scenarios]
8. Jepe ‘Eastern Standard’ [Sum Over Histories]
9. Bora Uzer ‘I Will Find You’ (JAMIIE) [OJO]
10. Moullinex & GPU Panic ‘Bring The Lights Down’ [Watergate]
11. Romain Garcia ‘Sevilla’ [Anjunadeep] 
12. Fontaines DC ‘In Arg Croithe Go Deo’ (Baunder) [Partisan]

This podcast is hosted by Syndicast.

Selador Sessions 256 | Dave Seaman's Radio Therapy

A Just Her set blends electronica, house, and deep techno, imbued with an emotional touch designed to capture both the feet and heart of her audience. This skill was honed through a journey from buying vinyl with paper route earnings to becoming a distinguished DJ, producer, songwriter, and label owner (Constant Circles). It's an aspring story, one that's led Just Her to a notable discography on labels including Anjunadeep, Crosstown Rebels, Global Underground and, lest we forget, Balance Music. 

Yet, the Just Her goal transcends mere success: she aspires to infuse the industry with kindness and compassion. We daresay she's succeeeding; that energy is evident in this excellent session. 

Across 90 minutes you’ll find a heady but joyful mix of contemporary house (Logic1000, Byron the Aquarius), UK garage-breaks (Beatune, Lili Chan) and progressive-tinged deep techno (Nakadia, Sasha), all stitched together with exquisite vocal cuts from, of course, Just Her.

Balance Selections 278: Just Her

Interview & Traklist

Selador's very own Steve Parry returns to the hot seat this week with a stack of hot new unreleased exclusives and other assorted favourites, all ahead of his upcoming B2B Selador Showcase mix compilation with Anthony Pappa. More details of which coming soon. Watch this space. 

Tracklist..
David Morales - Escape (Red Zone Mix) - Ray Of Light
Danny Howells - Mycelium - Ray Of Light
Dachschund - Evolver - Bondage
Silvertooth - Shut Em Down (Sentre Remix) - Unsigned
Musumeci - In Da House - Future Disco
Andrew Sant - In The Beginning - Selador
Tim Engelhardt & Sean Doron - So Good - Siamese
Timo Maas & Francesco Mami - Macumba - Selador
An On Bast - Climb The Tree (Marc Romboy Remix) - Awesome Soundwave
Skatman - Tribute To A Dancefloor- COD3 QR

This podcast is hosted by Syndicast.

Selador Sessions 257 | Steve Parry

Controlled Substance #60 - April 2024

The Wonderful James Harcourt returns to the Selador Sessions. Always a label favourite, James brings his powerful underground melodic sounds in fine style.

James has just remixed Dave Seaman - YoHO for Selador and it is available to buy / stream / download here.

https://paradise.ffm.to/yoho 

Enjoy the mix!


Tracklist

01 James Harcourt - Choral
02 Dave Seaman - YoHo (James Harcourt Remix) [Selador]
03 James Harcourt - In Heaven [Renaissance]
04 Notre Dame - Geisha (Cioz Remix) [Renaissance]
05 James Harcourt - Body & Soul [Siamese]
06 Vomee -Bring It Back [Siamese]
07 Michael Hooker - Does It Sound Right [ReSound]
08 Paul Ursin & Afterwards - Let Me [Diynamic]
09 James Harcourt - Knopfleur [Renaissance]
10 Mind Against, Nimmo & TSHA - OnlyL [Habitat]
11 Solee - Faith Healer [Future Romance]

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Selador Sessions 258 | James Harcourt

Dance TV is extremely proud to present DJ MIX #629 with the legendary DJ, Producer and renowned label owner - Dave Seaman. In addition to commanding the stages of numerous festivals and clubs in over 80 countries, his talent also shines through in his production and remixing work, earning praise from esteemed figures in the music industry including U2, Pet Shop Boys, Kylie Minogue, New Order, and David Bowie, among others. So, press play and indulge in this exceptionally crafted deep and smooth progressive mix of a master!

@daveseaman @selador-recordings  @suessmedia
Few artists have shaped the birth and evolution of dance music like Dave Seaman. With a career spanning over three decades, he has left an indelible mark on both the club and pop scenes, crafting unforgettable musical moments that resonate long after their creation. As the inaugural editor of Mixmag, he played a pivotal role in amplifying the voices of a generation swept up in the electronic music revolution. From headlining festivals like Creamfields to collaborating with icons like Kylie Minogue, Pet Shop Boys, David Bowie, New Order, and U2, Seaman has been a constant presence on the global music stage, performing in over 80 countries. 

Seaman's journey began in 1990 at Shelley's in Stoke, where he shared the stage with emerging talents Sasha and Laurent Garnier during the heyday of acid house. Teaming up with producer and friend Steve Anderson, the duo recorded as Brothers In Rhythm, birthing the seminal rave anthem ‘Such A Good Feeling’ which became a UK Top 20 hit, while also issuing the landmark ‘Mixmag Live Volume’ 1 with Carl Cox in 1991 – a release that stands as one of the first ever commercially available mix compilations. Without a doubt, his relationship with Renaissance is one of the most renowned in dance music, with Seaman having contributed 10 mixes to the revered series. Global Underground view the Brit in a similarly lofty light, having secured his services to mix their Melbourne, Buenos Aires, Cape Town & Lithuanian volumes. 

When it comes to labels- Stress Records and Audio Therapy are two defunct imprints that definitely are no strangers to the biggest names in the electronic music worldwide. Today, Dave Seaman’s passion to exhibit boundary-breaking talent is as strong as ever. Via the independent record label Selador Recordings which he co-owns with long-time friend, Steve Parry, his inspired A&R has helped nurture some of the finest groove-merchants in dance music, releasing many different colors of house and techno. The label’s roster speaks for itself, with Hernan Cattaneo, Rodriguez Jr, Robert Owens, Timo Maas, Danny Howells & Hannes Bieger all contributing tracks and remixes recently.
In this current world of limited shelf life, ever-diminishing attention spans, and fast-moving, here-today-gone-tomorrow disposable club culture, it is the mark of true talent and dedication that Dave Seaman is always on the frontline of electronic music.

Tracklist:
1. Luca Bacchetti ‘Storyteller’ [Endless]
2. Francisco Garcia feat. Rachael Dalessandro ‘Can You Hear Me?’ [Monaberry]
3. THEUSS ‘Losing My Mind’ [AZZUR]
4. Luca Bacchetti ‘The Truth’ [Endless]
5. Radeckt ‘Never Leave You’ [Surrealism]
6. Ivory ‘Yeah!’ [Exit Strategy]
7. Jepe ‘Meningful’ [Sum Over Histories]
8. Dave Seaman ‘YoHo’ [Selador]
9. HIGHLITE ‘Upon Reflection’ [Stil Vor Talent]
10. Tim Engelhardt & Sean Dorn ‘So Good’ [Siamese]
11. Yourr ‘Wasted Time’ [Urge To Dance]
12. Hardt Antoine ‘La Mosca’ [Kompakt]
13. Vomee ‘Bring It Back’ [Siamese]
14. Trikk ‘Rigor’ [Innervisions]
15. Yourr ‘Higher Self’ [Urge To Dance]
16. Konstantin Sibold & Adam Sellout ‘The Dusk’ [Tomorrowland]
17. Jepe ‘Re Connection’ [Sum Over Histories]

Check out!
Balance Presents Dave Seaman & Quivver is out now. Buy / Stream at https://lnk.to/Balancepresents 

Watch videos of Dave Seaman on Dance TV: 
https://www.dancetv.net/watch/creators/720/3d-dave-seaman-danny-howells-darren-emerson-arjaus-argentina

DJ MIX #629 - Dave Seaman (Leeds, U.K.)

Ahead of his forthcoming release on Selador called 'Choice', we welcome Aikon to Selador and his debut mix for the Selador Sessions.

With releasers on TAU, Renaissance, Balance, Frau Blau and Monaberry, its clear to see that he is making damn fine music, for damn fine record labels.

So put your hands together, and please welcome our Ukrainian Friend Aikon.

Enjoy!


Tracklist

1.Dario Dea - Bbroken Mothers
2.End of Code - After Love 
3.Andy Bros - Pull Me Up
4.Malive - The Entry
5.Yost Koen - Technique
6.Ivan Masa - Everyday Everynight
7.Notre Dame - Geisha (Cioz Remix)
8.Trikk - Rigor
9.Aikon & Aidentique - Choice
10.Squal G - Waiting 4U

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Selador Sessions 259 | AIKON

Considering his more than 30 years of experience in electronic music, it’s safe to say that Pablo De Mattei AKA PAUL (AR), knows a thing or two about dance music. It's evident in his bookings: From Lollapalooza to Creamfields to Moonpark, there aren’t many Argentinean music festivals that haven’t featured Paul (AR) on their stages. He defines his style as a mixture of Progressive and Tech House, a style that has taken him across the globe from Spain to Peru. Labels from Sudbeat to Perfecto has featured his work, and he was most recently seen on Balance Music through his contribution to the 'Balance presents Dave Seaman and Quivver' compilation.

Featuring a host of unofficial Paul (AR) remixes of acts like James Zabiela and Way Out West, alongside original tracks from Nicolas Rada, Dmitry Molosh, and more, the Argentinean delivers a delightful 90 minutes of progressive music suitable for any occasion.

@pablo-de-mattei

Balance Selections 280: Paul (AR)

TRACKLIST + INTERVIEW

Balance Selections 280: PAUL (AR)

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1, Spencer Brown - - Stereo Afterglow
2, gui boratto - Déjeuner Sur L´Herbe (Antdot & Bakka  Remix (Gui Boratto Ed)
3, Luca Bacchetti  - Outernational 
4, David Young  - Tiger Forest 
5, Four Candles & Sean Harvey  - Monoculture (Original Mix) 
6, Antonio Romano  - Train (Original Mix) 
7, Steve Bug  - Tweak It (Like This) 
8, Remcord - - The Sub Changed My Life
9, Spencer Brown - - Barcelona Surprise_BedrockRecords 
10, Marci, Asaf Peer  - Money Back (Extended Mix)

John Digweed - Transitions 1026

UK-based artist and DJ Four Candles, whose real name is Kris Brown, is recognized for his innovative approach to dance music that avoids fleeting trends. After working with industry legend Nick Muir, his artistic break came on Bedrock Records. Follow up productions found their way onto some of the most respected imprints, from Selador to Afterglow and Tenampa.

His recent Balance release, ‘On the Fence' (featured below in Q+A), is one of the standout moments on the recent Balance presents Dave Seaman and Quivver compilation. It’s a unique production rooted in the prog of yesteryear but with a contemporary twist: it’s a sound borne from staying artistically true to oneself.

On this excellent mix, Four Candles builds the energy with artisanal ease. Alongside tracks from Donato Dozzy, Spence Brown and Kamilo Sanclemente, you’ll also find exceptional takes by Four Candles on tracks from Leftfield and Sasha.

@fourcandlesmusic

Balance Selections 281: Four Candles

INTERVIEW + TRACKLIST

Underground imprint founded by Dave Seaman & Steve Parry showcasing the best House and Techno, plus all the flavours in-between.

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