"Punk is more an attitude than a style of music. And I think that techno is way more punk than punk." The Spanish DJ discusses the ethos of the underground, vinyl DJing and more on this week's Exchange from AVA Festival.

Héctor Oaks relocated from his hometown of Madrid to study at "Berlin University"—the clubs, record stores and underground parties that would shape his career as an artist. After once famously saying he could "live in peace" if he could play Berghain just once, the techno DJ has since graced the institution's dance floor multiple times and earned residencies at Herrensauna and Bassiani. Now one of a handful of in-demand, vinyl-only DJs, he's also a prolific artist and the head of two labels, KAOS and OAKS.

What makes Oaks especially interesting as an interview subject, though, isn't his newfound popularity, but the underlying ethos that drives his music career. A self-described "techno punk," he reflects on what happens to the punk ethos around the underground once the underground becomes mainstream. "When you see that you've worked for the underground and then the underground becomes pop, do you want to fight against it, or do you want to be part of it?" he asks. "We're not only carrying the music, but we're carrying the values."

In this interview, Oaks also talks about the art of playing vinyl, his new hip-hop project, working for the now-defunct Record Loft and his forthcoming album and live show. Listen to the episode in full.

EX.665 Héctor Oaks

+961 Sessions is a monthly musical journey on Proton Radio diving into a combination of versatile genres and carefully picked selections that will gratify your ears and fuel your brains with every sonic venture!

For Episode 15 we are psyched to have C/EL who has emerged as a respected figure within the electronic music scene in the Middle East.
Her skill as a DJ is a testament to her extensive musical background, which enables her to seamlessly blend a diverse range of genres with effortless style, taking dancers on a journey beyond the dancefloor.
C/EL graced us with a sonic journey that invites you to explore uncharted realms, from the depths of desire to the boundless cosmos of rhythm. It’s a story of passion, anticipation, and rebirth, inviting you to lose yourself in the music.
Deserves careful listening and much love!
Just press play and let her tell y'all her story!

Artist Links:
Soundcloud: @theceedj
Facebook: www.facebook.com/celine.abboud.96
Instagram: www.instagram.com/theceedj/

+961S015 - C/EL September 2023

I Am Friend [2024.2.15]

// Acid Techno

01. Vril - alte Seele (Marcel Dettmann feat. Vril's Bass Remix)
02. Dying - different World
03. Alignment - mental Rave
04. Deas - Isolation
05. Cadency - Crack & Collapse
06. Leftfield - Bilocation (Alan Fitzpatrick Remix)
07. Regal - double Standard
08. Nakadia - Acid Storm
09. Max Danberg - Stixo (Drumcomplex Remix)
10. Mister Woo - black Eyes (Alan Fitzpatrick's Loft Rocker Rework)
11. Reeko - Zaphiro
12. Future Engineers - Ellipse (Original Mix)
13. Distance Dancer - Brain Dance

Video: https://youtu.be/8j64dxFN2sk
Buy music: https://www.buymusic.club/list/yourmindworks-your-mind-works-071

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@alanfitzpatrick
@regalmusic
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@maxdanberg-music
@drumcomplex
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@reeko-music
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your Mind works - 071: Acid Rave

Aciiid

X-RUN #1 marks the beginning of our new H.I.T.T. series which will bring your physical fitness to another level. H.I.T.T. stands for High Intensity Techno Training and follows a strict formula. The goal is to match the cadency of your running / fitness / gym session guarantueeing you are able to set one step on one beat during the whole set. As a side effect you can expect a matching heart frequency and a strong rising performance plus. Set the pace and get in shape for the next rave. It has never been easier than with this series. 

X-RUN #1 I Your weekly H.I.T.T. Workout Session

Welcome to the world of +961 Rekords! Founded in 2022 by the dynamic duo Jonjay and BiG AL, our record label is all about breaking down musical barriers and embracing the power of diversity in electronic music.

Based in the vibrant city of Beirut, Lebanon, our name +961 represents our strong connection to the country, while also reflecting our global reach.

We take pride in curating and releasing versatile, innovative, and refreshing sub-genres of electronic music that push boundaries and captivate audiences worldwide.

At +961 Rekords, we believe in showcasing the incredible talent of our friends and family from around the globe. We embrace an open format, welcoming artists from different backgrounds and genres to collaborate and contribute their unique sounds to our label.

Whether you're a music lover, an aspiring artist, or simply someone looking for fresh and exciting tunes, you can trust +961 Rekords to deliver a captivating and diverse musical experience. So join us on this exhilarating journey as we redefine the electronic music scene, one groundbreaking release at a time. Let the music speak and the barriers fall!
+961 serves as the country code for Lebanon and despite being rooted in its capital city Beirut, +961 Rekords maintains a global reach with an open format; showcasing some of our talented friends and family members from around the world.

The weekly RA Exchange is a series of conversations with artists, labels and promoters shaping the electronic music landscape.

just for fun

250 mixes, which are updated constantly.

Producer & DJ

Founder of @oxid-records🔥
Resident: @girlcast & @mutabor-erfurt
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I like house and techno, parties, dancefloors, flashing lights, smoke, lasers, strobe, ...

if you made it here, also go check out @tiefgang <3
14.12.2024 - Acid Winter Bunkerland
20.07.2024 - Gebunkerstag - 4 Jahre! @tiefgang
09.03.2024 - bunkern. @tiefgang
28.10.2023 - Second String @ Nachtasyl Hamburg
08.07.2023 - 3 schon?! @tiefgang 
04.02.2023 - Darkness @ Graf Karl Kassel

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Creating powerful and meaningful "audio focus points" and other sound design experiments.

My music is not made or assisted with AI.

Don't forget to support my main man DEVE x JCH:
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