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Kino Tapes 041 - Nate Rae
Memories Of A Metaphysical Moment

Bounty mutineer descendant and Norfolk Island native Nate Rae is Byron Bay’s most explosive undiscovered hidden treasure. After years of immersing himself in the vibrant local music culture whilst perfecting his art form, Nate is now prepared to unveil his eclectic productions to the world.

Migrating across the Pacific to pursue his passion for music and washing ashore in Byron Bay in early 2015, Nate swiftly involved and integrated himself in the local music scene. Here he enrolled to study electronic music production, which in turn opened up the doors to the industry, leading to Nate collaborating with several local collectives, in several different roles such as, stage tech, audio engineer and visual projectionist. This culmination of industry experience added fuel to an already simmering flame, influencing his sound and inspiring him to create.   

Nate’s multi coloured production pallet spans many corners of the electronic realm, from rolling tech house, dark minimal techno, all the way into the luscious plains of liquid drum and bass, halftime and glitch. Groove focused, with an emphasis on narrative and progression, Nate’s prime goal is for heads to nod and feet to shuffle. 
Nate’s four to the floor rhythms are greatly influenced by the likes of Mihai Popoviciu, Markus Homm, James Dexter, & Rodriguez Jr. Whilst simultaneously drawing huge inspiration from the work of Calibre, Future Engineers, Spectrasoul and LTJ Bukem. His fortunate surroundings, industry work and time spent at the doof have yielded him collaboration opportunities with the world class musicians of the region including Sali Bracewell, Tashmeen, Skyeater and Ole Falco. 
After years of patiently honing his skills, pioneering his own unique sound and polishing his productions, Nate recently came under the Round Town banner and with releases at the ready, is currently navigating the best way to submerge the world in a tsunami of his sounds with international intentions.

Kino Tapes 041 - Nate Rae - Memories Of A Metaphysical Moment

Introducing Milton Montenegro, the rhythmic maestro hailing from the bustling streets of São Paulo’s East Zone and now gracing the Gold Coast with his vibrant Brazilian spirit. An import not just in name, but in a musical journey that pulses with passion and a flourishing talent that transcends boundaries.

Milton's musical odyssey began in the heart of a family steeped in melodies. From early days helping his father manage a karaoke and entertainment business to the Sunday rituals of drumming at his local church, music was in his blood. His initiation into electronic beats happened in the vibrant clubs of São Paulo, where the dance floor became his sanctuary.

With an energetic heart synced to the bass, Milton crafts sonic voyages that traverse deep, progressive landscapes, blending sexy melodies with rumbling basslines and a touch of psychedelia. While he's acclaimed for his dynamic Techno sets, his versatility shines in everything from groovy Downtempo to mind-bending Psytech. Drawing inspiration from Brazilian luminaries like Victor Ruiz, Alex Stein, and Gabriel Moraes, Milton finds his muse in the diverse tapestry of people and the world around him.

Australia became Milton's stage, starting in the cultural hub of Byron Bay where he transformed streets into stages and the public into his audience through busking. Immersed in the vibrant hospitality and nightlife of Byron, he honed his craft in the rainforest sanctuary. From house and boat parties to club nights and private events, Milton's journey led to his first official booking in 2019, and there's been no looking back.

Having graced stages alongside artists like Metodi Hristov, Alex Stein, and Earthogen, Milton's momentum surged. His recent milestone - a set at Earth Frequency Festival 2023 - is a testament to his unstoppable ascent. A multi-instrumentalist, Milton is now translating his skills into original productions, collaborating with Caco Law in their project Mountlaw, already boasting several released tracks. With eyes set on the Australian Festival scene, and backed by a robust fan base and the support of Round Town Promotions and Hive Bookings, Milton is poised to spread love both in the studio and on stage.

For this vibrant talent, it's all about mood and a deep, hypnotic groove - creating connections, sharing emotions, and elevating dancers. Expect the unexpected as Milton Montenegro weaves a sonic tapestry that will have you moving without realizing it. 

BORA!

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