Behind The Scene #1 – Lab4 & AlexMo

Join me as I sit down with Les Elston (Lab4) and Alex Morris (AlexMo) and we take a deep dive into their individual creative processes, explore how they got involved with Hard Trance Europe (HTE) and discuss everything from message boards and the old school London scene to burned down piers and getting catfished by vinyl manufacturers.

This was recorded to supplement their appearance on the System Damage presents…  Trance Sessions Radio show, where they each provided an exclusive 1 hour mix with Alex providing a sublime producer set, and Les a peak time Lab4 showcase.  

Link below!  👇

https://on.soundcloud.com/VZF5C

🔅 Les Elston (Lab4)

With a history dating back to 1994, Lab4 have left an indelible mark on the world’s electronic music scene and have a passionate and truly global fanbase.  With 10 studio albums and recent releases on labels including HTE, HQ and their own label AtomikA, they are currently gearing up for a much-anticipated release of 2024 album "Mechanism Of Resistance".

As a bonus for dedicated fans, Lab4 have been uploading their extensive back catalogue to their official YouTube page, with tracks spanning more than two decades and featuring releases from renowned labels like Avex, Tidy, Resist, Fragile and of course Hard Trance Europe.

Look out for the limited-edition splatter vinyl release of "S.H.O.K.K. – Folie A Deux (AlexMo & Lab4 Remix), which is out on HTE and available to order now – link below:

🔗 Links

https://www.hardtranceeurope.com/product-page/s-h-o-k-k-folie-%C3%A0-deux-2023-remixes-limited-edition-splatter-vinyl
https://www.youtube.com/@Lab4Official
https://www.facebook.com/Lab4Official/
https://www.beatport.com/label/atomika/64031
https://www.beatport.com/search?q=lab4
https://www.beatport.com/artist/lab4/223050

🔅 Alex Morris (AlexMo)

London-based DJ and producer AlexMo has made a huge impact on the Hard Trance scene in recent years with his signature high-octane sound and instantly recognizable peak-time tracks. His extensive discography features releases on scene leading labels including Outburst, Mental Asylum, Dynamix (Nu Energy), Dataless Recordings, MorAlity Records, and his current home Hard Trance Europe. 

AlexMo has also gained the respect of Hard Trance royalty with well-received collaborations with legends Lab4 and S.H.O.K.K.  His solo work consistently charts and garners significant streaming success, earning him regular spots in Beatport's Global Top 10 Trance Chart!

Known for his dynamic stage presence and infectious enthusiasm, he’s performed at top venues like London's Fabric and makes repeat appearances at the annual Hard Trance Europe Weekender alongside numerous UK club gigs.

🔗 Links

https://soundcloud.com/alexmo_official 
https://www.madeartists.co.uk/alexmo 
https://www.beatport.com/artist/alexmo/30946 
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015266441496 
https://www.instagram.com/alexmomorality

🔅 Simon Vegas

Simon Vegas is a Trance/Hard Dance DJ known for his driving sets, dynamic mixing, and energy behind the decks.  A veteran of the underground Simon has performed at major events and club nights across the UK and Ibiza including Gatecrasher, Cream, Frantic, Passion, Storm, Sundissential and Tidy.

Taking influences from across the span of electronic music (and his 20+ years in the scene) you’ll hear elements of Rave, Breakbeat, Hard House and Techno fused into his Driving Trance sets.  

In October 2023 he took over the reins of the monthly ‘System Damage presents Trance Sessions’ Radio Show and is excited to supply not only the residents mix, but a showcase of the best talent –established and rising – that the scene has to offer; with two 1-hour guest mixes every single show.

🔗 Links

https://soundcloud.com/simonvegasdj
https://www.twitch.tv/simonvegasdj
https://www.youtube.com/@simonvegasdj
https://www.facebook.com/simonvegasdj
https://soundcloud.com/simonvegasdj/sets/trance-sessions-radio-show

Lab4 & AlexMo Interview November 2023 *Behind The Scene*

London based DJ/Producer AlexMo has made a huge impact on the Hard Trance scene over the last few years with his trademark high-octane sound and instantly recognisable peak-time outputs. With a sweltering catalogue of releases to his name on highly respected labels such as Outburst, Mental Asylum, Dynamix (Nu Energy), Dataless Recordings, MorAlity Records, and of course more recently the label he now calls home, Hard Trance Europe, it's safe to say his music has already set alight and impacted dance-floors worldwide. 
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Having won over approval from Hard Trance royalty already by garnering well-received collaborations with scene legends, Lab4 and S.H.O.K.K., adding to his consistent solo chart and streaming success, and regular appearances in Beatport's Global Top 10 Trance Chart. An exciting DJ to watch, his energetic stage presence and contagious enthusiasm have already landed him in the booth at European hot spot Fabric in London, repeat bookings at the annual Hard Trance Europe Weekender as well as numerous UK club appearances to boot. It's an exciting time for AlexMo and we are thrilled to now welcome him into the Made Artists family for all worldwide bookings.  
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                                                             AlexMo 
                                                  Worldwide Bookings 
                                  Contact - bookings@madeartists.co.uk 
                                                www.madeartists.co.uk

Simon Vegas is a Trance/Hard Dance DJ known for his driving sets, dynamic mixing and infectious energy behind the decks.  

A veteran of the UK underground, Simon has performed at major events and club nights across the UK and Ibiza including Gatecrasher, Cream, Frantic, Passion, Storm, Sundissential and Tidy, plus hundreds of sets at club nights and parties large and small.

Having earned his stripes in the heyday of the Superclub era of the 2000’s – playing multiple sets every single weekend – he has held residencies up and down the country since his first back in 2002.

Taking influences from across the span of electronic music (and his 20+ years in the scene) you’ll hear elements of Rave, Breakbeat, Hard House and Techno fused into his Driving Trance sets.  

Always experimenting, Simon also dabbles in Psy-Trance, Techno, Techno-Trance and Dark Progressive.  He still has a soft spot for the classics and his utmost respect for 90’s dance music culture is evident throughout his sets and DJ mixes.

Not afraid to break the mould and express himself creatively with the breadth of his sonic arsenal, the one thing you count on is a well-executed set that will make you wanna throw caution to the wind and get yourself moving!!

In October 2023 he took over the reins of the monthly ‘System Damage presents Trance Sessions’ Radio Show and is excited supplying not only the residents mix, but a showcase of the best talent –established and rising – that the scene has to offer; with two 1-hour guest mixes every single show.

For bookings, radio enquiries or anything else please contact the team using the details below:

bookings@simonvegas.com
systemdamage@simonvegas.com
info@simonvegas.com