The Art of Balance #Underground Cast_4

For anyone who has been paying attention to the global underground scene since the turn of the millennium, the name of Dousk should be a very familiar one. Known for his very dance-floor-friendly releases on scene mainstay labels including Bedrock and Vapour, the Greek producer can easily be called a scene veteran - and a revered one at that too.

He has 3 successful albums under his belt, embracing a variety in musical styles ranging from progressive house to tech house and techno and more... and have performed and toured in some of the best clubs in the world. Hi music has transcended dance floors and has been featured in all sorts of places such as TV and radio ads, the MTV Music Awards and hit TV-shows such CSI, My Name is Earl and Doctor Who. It's actually a travesty it has taken this long for Dousk to join us for a Balance Selections mix.

Well, that is all about to change. On the verge of his Australian tour, which will see Dousk play three dates Down Under (see interview below for more info on the dates), we finally managed to entice the legend to join the Balance family. And its definitely been worth the wait: Over 60 minutes Dousk crafts a satisfyingly deep journey, wielding his experience like a well-crafted sword.

Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-082/

Soundcloud: @dousk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Dousk1

Balance Selections 082: Dousk

Solvane's activities are moved by passion. Keeping his style versatile and emotional allowed him to play the big stages around the globe; from Burning Man Festival to Fusion, from European capitals like London, Paris and Istanbul to Australia, Asia and the USA. The connection to his chosen home Berlin is alive and kicking: he not only plays regularly at his Ritter Butzke residence but also has been creating tracks that have been supported by top league acts like Claptone, Kollektiv Turmstraße and Acid Pauli.

In 2016 Solvane reached the Top 20 Electronica Charts on Beatport for the first time, and since then his tracks have been consistently honoured with top rankings. After several singles and EPs on labels like ‘Light My Fire’ and ‘Ritter Butzke Studio’, he moved on to Oliver Koletzki's label Stil vor Talent’. Sit back and familiarise yourself with a producer you will hear more frequently about as the months roll by. Solvane deals in smooth rolling house and techno with just the right amount of emotion, a feature that is highlighted in this excellent mix.

Interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-084-solvane/

Soundcloud: @solvane
Facebook: www.facebook.com/solvanemusic

Balance Selections 084: Solvane

Robbie Lowe is undeniably one of Australia's finest and most influential DJ's for the past two decades. They say if you love what you do, do what you love, and he’s always out to better himself and his art. Robbie loves to DJ, openly pledging to play forever, a pledge that has been in effect for 25 years now.

Good quality house music is what he loves to play. Robbie’s consistently a selector of superior, non-commercial electronic sounds and he is considered world class by fans and peers. His sets speak for themselves, and as a DJ, the Sydneysider maintains his presence amongst Australia’s electronic music artists as one of the best.

Robbie Lowe is a gentleman and a special and incredibly talented DJ with a deep understanding of music.

Interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-robbie-lowe/

Soundcloud: @robbielowe
Facebook: www.facebook.com/djrobbielowe

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Balance Selections 085: Robbie Lowe

Hailing from Melbourne Australia, GMJ is well known in the local & international progressive scene. With a passion for deep and emotive electronic music, and a love of spatial atmospheres and organic rhythms, GMJ melds a sonic palette that shifts, opens & expands to deeper states.

The GMJ project has been received and supported worldwide by luminary artists such as Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, Nick Warren, Dave Seamen, Cid Inc, Dousk, Jeremy Olander, Gui Borato, Kasey Taylor, James Monroe and many more. (In 2016, GMJ was also nominated in the Progressive House section of Best of Beatport Awards.) His collaboration with fellow Melburnian producer Matter, has resulted in a spate of releases which have pushed their collective & individual sound to new heights. In short, he knows his way around a studio. Gavin also hosts the radio show ‘Future Memory’ on the first Friday of every month on Proton Radio, and another show ‘Simplifi’ on the third Friday of the month on Frisky.   Sit back and enjoy the deep and lush sound of the progressive underground.

Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-086-gmj/

Soundcloud: @gmj-fulcrum
Facebook: www.facebook.com/gmjmusic

Balance Selections 086: GMJ

Those who have been in and around the dance music scene for any given amount of time, have definitely come across the name of Kasey Taylor. Not only did he compile the second Balance Series compilation, but to date, his career resume is an impressive read, ticking off gigs and residencies at almost every big show and club in his native Melbourne, before he moved to Portugal for a ten-year stint which included shows across the globe.  Now in his 32nd year of DJing, Kasey’s career began in earnest in 1996 when he managed to impress John Digweed during a warm-up set leading him to invite Kasey to play at his monthly Bedrock night at Heaven in London.

  For over two decades Kasey has had the luxury of releasing music on his label ‘Vapour Recordings’, which is 150 releases deep. In 2004 Kasey started eVapour8, the first release going on to become number 1 on the Beatport Techno charts for eight weeks and number 1 on the main charts for a month. After taking some personal time away from the scene and a four-year break from running Vapour Recordings, the label has just been rebranded along with a new website which will be relaunched around mid-2019.  

As if he isn’t busy enough, after moving to Australia in 2013 he started a new label Lo-Fi 45, and it is already showing signs of treading the same successful path of his previous imprints. The label has a focus on new and exciting talent, which sees Taylor taking on more of a mentor role too, by signing promising locals like Lask and Peruw, seeing them sit alongside productions from seasoned producers like Jamie Stevens and Kasey himself. Kasey is currently in the studio whipping up lots of new releases for Vapour Recordings and remixes for Lo-Fi-45. Watch out for new material which should be released very soon.  Kasey’s Vapourized podcast will also be back in 2019 with a rebrand and fresh new look.  

At Rainbow Serpent festival this year Kasey was booked to play on the Market Stage to an appreciative crowd of thousands. If you missed the set or would like to relive the moment, sit back and press play, we have the full two-hour recording for your entertainment. It was not only a special set for the many who witnessed it, but it was also a watershed moment for Kasey himself:   

‘My podcast for Balance is my recent set from Rainbow Serpent Festival. It’s been a while since I played on Market Stage and it was awesome of Rainbow Serpent to give me a cracker time to announce my comeback after a break for 2/3 years for personal reasons. I put a lot of love and threw everything at this one and it was a bit different to what people expected I think, in a good way. It was a fantastic afternoon and the reception was incredible and I cant thank everyone enough who was there in support.’

Interview: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/podcast/balance-selections-087-kasey-taylor-live-at-rainbow-serpent-festival-2019/

Soundcloud: @kaseytaylor
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kaseytaylorvapourrecords
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kaseytaylor

Balance Selections 087: Kasey Taylor (Live at Rainbow Serpent Festival '19)

An uncompromising passion for a contemporary, cutting edge sound is what Cid Inc brings to electronic music. Swedish producer Henri aka Cid Inc began his journey into music production in the early 1990s. Based in his home of Sweden, and soon after relocating to Finland, Cid Inc always had an affinity for cutting edge electronics. It’s an enthusiasm that ultimately led him to electronic dance music - and more specifically, house and techno. Henri always aimed for an innovative approach to his studio work and it was that very trait that led to the birth of Mashtronic in 2004. But, it was the formation of Cid Inc in 2008 which really saw his career go into overdrive, a moniker which has seen him release on the world’s best labels, which includes Anjunadeep, Lost & Found, microCastle, Natura Sonoris and, Sudbeat. Not only is his production skill respected, but, his skills as a mastering engineer is sought after by some of the most widely regarded producers, such as Christian Smith, Pig&Dan, Guy J, and Herman Cattaneo.

In 2018 the producer had several Beatport charts success which saw him play worldwide, and in April it will be Australia’s turn for another visit when he returns exclusively for the highly anticipated Enchanted Gardens Party in Melbourne alongside D-Nox, Einmusik, and past Balance Selections compiler, Quivver.

Featuring tracks from Wehhba, Eagles & Butterflies, Sasha & Kolsch, you know Cid Inc’s Balance Selections mix will be essential listening...

For interview & tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au

Soundcloud: @cid-inc
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CidInc

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Balance Selections 090: Cid Inc

D-Nox is an internationally renowned performer, respected by DJs, and clubbers alike for his highly creative, and innovative sets. The style of his DJ sets varies through progressive and tech house while incorporating aspects of techno, and trance. His skill with the turntables, excellent choice of tracks, and unique charisma combine to provide an exceptional experience. Aside from DJing, D-Nox is head of the Sprout and Plastik Park record labels with many of these releases finding their way into the playlists of top-class DJs, such as John Digweed, and Pete Tong, amongst many others. And then of course who can forget his work alongside Frank Beckers, under their D-Nox & Beckers moniker, a name that is synonymous with many of the scene’s classic tracks.

The German will be in Australia in the coming weeks for the Enchanted Gardens party in Melbourne, which follows a highly-talked about set at the past Rainbow Serpent Festival. It’s been a long time coming, but we finally have D-Nox on board for a Balance Selections mix…

Interview and tracklist: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 091: D-Nox

Read the interview https://www.balancemusic.com.au/podcast/balance-selections-093-roy-rosenfeld/

Roy Rosenfeld is DJ/producer who is part of a long line of esteemed artists to hail from Israel. He started his career playing in small bars before working his way up to bigger dance clubs, and outdoor festivals around his home country.  These days, with bookings from all around the world, Roy can truly call himself a global citizen... This is in no doubt due to his beautiful and emotive sounds, which has seen him sign with a wide variety of record labels including All Day I Dream, Lost & Found, and Systematic. And, who can forget one of 2015’s greatest anthems, ’Epika’, a co-production with Guy Mantzur released on the highly regarded German label Kompakt.
You will also find his productions from those labels, alongside artists like Lee Burridge, Khen, and Sebastien Leger on this Balance Selections mix. 
With many high charting tracks, and collaborations with some of the worlds most respected electronic music artists, you know you will be in good hands with Roy Rosenfeld.

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Balance Selections 093: Roy Rosenfeld

Following in the footsteps of fellow countryman Roy Rosenfeld, who did the most recent Balance Selections mix, we welcome yet another established producer from Israel.
An illustrious career stretching over two decades has seen, Chico Shuella, become one of Israel’s most respected and sought after DJs and producers. Operating under his Chicola production moniker, he has transformed the underground house scene in his homeland while making giant strides on a global scale.
He is a skilled DJ, and producer, with well over dozen productions to his name releasing on labels such as Sudbeat, Microcastle, Plattenbank, Selador, and Lost & Found. It was also Guy J’s label where he released his debut full-length album, ‘Could Heaven Be’, containing 12-tracks, which explored progressive, dub, and techno soundscapes...

Chicola’s Balance Selections mix features three of his own unreleased productions, alongside Balance Music artists Brian Cid, and Stereo Underground, and there can be no doubt that this mix will enhance his reputation as one of the scene’s unsung heroes…

For interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 094: Chicola

DJ, producer, radio broadcaster, label owner, mentor, and mother, Anja Schneider continues to create, reinvent, and reinvigorate. After co-founding, and running Mobilee Records for just over a decade, a new chapter began for the German native when she moved on from Mobilee to start a new label by the name of Sous Music.
Her skills as a talent scout are highly regarded, and in her time at Mobilee she played a pivotal role in nurturing a roster of artists that included Pan-Pot, Sebo K, Rodriguez Jr., and Kevin Over. She is also one of Germany’s most popular radio personalities, and during the years 2000 to 2017, she hosted the weekly show ‘Dance Under The Blue Moon’, Berlin’s longest-running underground dance music radio show on Fritz FM. Since then, she has moved on to one of Berlin’s largest broadcasters, Eins FM, to host a new show every Friday night called the ‘Club Room’.
Anja Schneider is up there as one of the scene’s most decorated artists, and ahead of her first Australian tour in a decade, this Balance Selections mix proves why she is so highly revered…

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au
@anjaschneider

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Balance Selections 097: Anja Schneider

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The 100th edition of Balance Selections features one of the world’s finest DJ and producers; Guy J, who arguably is the leader of a whole new generation of progressive music fans, and his label Lost & Found keeps redefining the genre through consistently amazing releases, so you definitely cannot discuss the state of progressive electronic music, without mentioning the Israeli maestro.

In 2013, his Balance Presents compilation was a statement from an artist on the rise, and six years later he has kept up that momentum to become one of the world’s most popular electronic music artists. 

On this mix Guy J features productions from the likes of Frankey & Sandrino, Guy Mantzur, Brian Cid, and of course a few tracks, and edits from the legend himself. With Balance Selections we’ve been privileged to release some fantastic DJ mixes over the years, and we thank you for your support, and hope that you enjoy this milestone mix as much as we do…

For more: www.balancemusic.com.au
@guy-j

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Balance Selections 100: Guy J

An artist blessed with innumerable musical gifts, Eli Nissan, has been at the centre of Tel Aviv’s creative hub for well over two decades, as a DJ, musician, and producer.
Israel is home to some of underground dance music's most exciting talents, and Eli is the latest artist to emerge from a production line that includes Guy Mantzur, Khen, Guy J, and Stereo Underground.
Eli Nissan’s work in the studio delights, and astounds in equal measure, with his productions having featured on labels such as Lost & Found, Plattenbank, and Guy Gerber’s Rumours…
The pursuit for musical excellence, and striking originality, sees Eli at the brink of a bright, and exciting future, so on this mix for Balance Selections, you know we’re in for a deep, and flowing musical journey…
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au
@eli-nissan

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Balance Selections 101: Eli Nissan

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Gab Rhome has an innate sense of rhythm, emotion, and groove. Both as a producer, and as a DJ, the Montreal artist sparks an unavoidable connection with the soul, whilst conveying exceptional personal style, and a sense of fun. 

Since launching in 2013, the 28-year old’s career has taken off, with releases on All Day I Dream, Anjunadeep, Last Night on Earth, and Kindisch, and over the last few years he has consistently toured the world playing at festivals like Burning Man, Tomorrowland, and Nocturnal Wonderland, not to mention the various label showcases that feature his own productions.

Gab Rhome seeks to maintain artistic credibility without losing touch of the dancefloor, and on this mix for Balance Selections the French-Canadian stays true to that ethos, delivering a percussion-centric, dreamy deep house vibe…
@gabrhome
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 103: Gab Rhome

Earlier this year Stereo Underground released his debut album ‘The Art of Silence’, through Balance Music.

It was an 11-track journey exploring ambient, progressive, and deep techno. The album received wide-spread media attention, with the highly regarded Progressive Sounds calling it ‘aural meditation’.
He even broke new ground with his custom-built ‘Space Controller’, a unique MIDI device designed to control every aspect of his live performance. All of this has really highlighted just why Stereo Underground is so highly revered in his home country, and the passionate creative also dedicates his time to teaching music production through his popular BPM College.
With his years of experience, this DJ/Producer has crafted a special mix, which will stand the test of time.
@stereoundergroundmusic
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 104: Stereo Underground

Joe Miller is an English-born beatmonger, influenced in equal measure by heaving clubs, and the earthy melancholy of forests. 
He grew up in Australia, where he learned to craft sets that are whimsical and left-field, evoking a sense of place. In 2013 he delivered us one of the most exquisite mixes you will ever find, a beautiful pastiche of tracks new and old expertly weaved together. Since then Joe has released music on labels ranging from All Day I Dream (alongside Jamie Stevens) to Manual Music and much more. Make sure to watch out for his upcoming release on our own Dawn Till Dusk imprint. 
As expected, Joe’s mix is an adventurous 44 track narrative that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
@Joe-miller
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 105: Joe Miller

American producer/DJ Butane is no stranger to the underground dance music scene. He boasts an impressive discography released on some of the most highly regarded labels in the business, from Crosstown Rebels to Get Physical to Dubfire’s Sci+Tec. As a label owner, he’s the founder of three influential underground dance music imprints of his own: Alphahouse, Little Helpers, and his new Extrasketch project. His recent rework of Uone’s ‘Karnival Dreams’, showcased his engineering skills with a remix that was dancefloor-friendly and cerebral at the same time. Ahead of his Australian return to perform at the upcoming Chi Wow Wah Town Festival, the time felt right to get the scene veteran to host a Balance Selections mix.
@butane
For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

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Balance Selections 106: Butane

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Interview & Tracklist: balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f
@powel
An expert at creating harmonious illusions of sound, Germany’s POWEL produces music which threads natural elegance, with tasteful patience. 
He continually explores this duality in sounds, not only throughout his deep discography, but in his performances around the world. Famously, this includes annual pilgrimages to Burning Man to play atop the Robot Heart bus, a journey he has been doing since 2016. 
Alongside his work with crews including All Day I Dream, Sol Selectas, and Do Not Sit on the Furniture, he recently added Balance Music to his impressive resume, being the first artist to be featured on our new Dawn Till Dusk imprint, with a stylish 5-track EP that perfectly sets the tone for what the label represents. 
On this Balance Selections podcast, Powel effortlessly showcases that his production skills are easily matched by his expert track selection to deliver a deep and engaging mix…

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Balance Selections 107: Powel

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@djnitin
With two decades of experience within the house and techno industry, Nitin Kalyan’s depth of knowledge, and work ethic is second to none.  
The Canadian artist has not only established himself as a highly-skilled and polished DJ, but he also runs the esteemed No.19 record label alongside Art Department’s Jonny White. 
On the production front, he has released a string of releases, including EPs on his own imprint No.19, along with signings to My Favourite Robot, and Definitive Records. Over the next hour, you will hear the sound of an artist at the top of his game with a fine selection of house and techno…

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Balance Selections 108: Nitin

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@shaunreeves
Shaun Reeves is an internationally-acclaimed DJ, producer, and label owner, and alongside best friends Ryan Crosson, Lee Curtiss, and Seth Troxler, they formed Visionquest, a genre-busting DJ collective, and live act, that also turned into a record label of the same name.
Since his move to Berlin, Shaun Reeves has been enthralling audiences in the world’s most revered clubs on both sides of the Atlantic, with a highly distinctive mixture of house and techno.
The last few years have seen Shaun blossom in the studio with releases on Wolf+Lamb, Crosstown Rebels, RauM Musik, and more... For the next hour, he is in fine form with a very engaging and highly contemporary mix of electronic dance music.

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Balance Selections 109: Shaun Reeves

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@hoj
For over two decades, Hoj has delivered cinematic sets filled with deep house landscapes. 
Born in Iran, and raised in the USA, his passion is undeniable, a point which definitely resonates with his global audience.

The Art of Balance #Underground Cast_4

Soumyadyuti Gangopadhyay