‘For home use only’ is an anti-club social, a chance to get to know someone/something. A series of transmissions purely dedicated to exploring the other side.

As the first pieces of the sun peak through, increasing the mood and lifting the metaphorical cloud of the winter hopefully past, spawning the need for a soundtrack for us to flourish. Who better to compose such a thing than the neo-legend, Anuraag, a cemented Naarm narrator in the highest of form. 

Raag has been an important piece of the puzzle for a long time now, their support and appreciation over all these years hasn't gone unnoticed. Their shift in trajectory just a few years ago, leaning more towards being in control of the music than just being a spectator, was a welcomed but inevitable one. Their years of dedication and appreciation of every aspect of the Naarm musical landscape have paid off in a major way. The natural progression from being on the dance floor to creating them was swift and seamless. As a founding member of the influential ‘cool room’ party series, they put a welcomed emphasis on inclusivity and acceptance, bringing such a warm change in the local scene that it really bought back the pure essence of the very culture that we picked apart. Watching Anuraag’s star rise has been nothing short of poetry.  I’ve most definitely had some personal proud moments ( IV22 :’). It also shows how important it is to have someone as outspoken as Anuraag in the driver's seat, making and creating change in the scene for the greater good. We tip our hat to you, Anuraag. 

Now, as you would expect from someone who has been paying close attention all these years, the mix is a vibrant collage of thoughts, feelings, emotions, and sentiments, all expressed through personal understanding. Nailing the brief is really an understatement, you can literally feel Anuraag’s chemical makeup through this sonic exploration. Never championing a certain sound, the mix is a kaleidoscope of world colours, seamlessly transitioning from one to the next, a symphonic international airport if you will. A perfectly balanced melodic resume, fit for any job, applicable to any situation, and most importantly a jaunt through the wet grass in the direct sunshine to slowly defrost your mind, body, and soul (I wish it was three times as long). Enjoy responsibly. X

Their sounds >>> https://soundcloud.com/anuraag69

FHUO # 73 // Anuraag

The Lot Radio Stage at Making Time ∞ Fort Mifflin 2022

MUSCLECARS @ MAKING TIME ∞

if you are softer
than before
they came.
you
have been loved.


Jabu - Paper Thin
Carmen Villain - Liminal Space
Ulla - Hope Sonata (excerpt)
Duster - Moon Age
the blessed kitty - stoned wire (always on my mind)
Pontiac Streator - time flies (sheen’s loop edit)
Purelink - Rest Thru
Pontiac Streator & Ulla Strauss - Item 10
International Sangman - Dub 316
Pontiac Streator - enter sandman (vocal dub)
Command D and gi - Align
Yunzero - D12
Theodore Cale Schafer - Fingerspit

The Best Effort Show - Episode Twenty Nine

‘For home use only’ is an anti-club social, a chance to get to know someone/something. A series of transmissions purely dedicated to exploring the other side.

The stupid season approaches with much haste, Bublè is being defrosted as we speak, Mariah is on her way back to earth, the turkeys are scared and Santa is shitting himself. Don’t forget the good that comes with all of it, I.e time off work, being too full for days on end, and that first dip in a cold body of water on a hot day. Amongst all the chaos, it's very important to take some time to completely wind down and zone out. To help with such a thing we’re going to let Acid Chess Club aka Benji aka the mayor of Melbourne take the wheel and drive for the next 5 hours (no destination required). 

You ever meet someone and just be like “damn, this cat knows what’s up!” Well, that’s how I felt when I met Benji, and I'm certain I'm not alone. If/when some extraterrestrial beings finally come to this god-forsaken planet, I'm gonna vote to put Benji forward to be the first contact and show em around town. I reckon they’re not too far away after hearing this mix… A smile that’s better than a hug, and a hug that’s better than a tray of perfectly roasted potatoes. Music is his game, in all forms, and he knows it inside and out; Responsible for all types of conceptual avenues to enjoy music, including various jaunts into the hosting realm under the umbrella of Crate Mates, Chewin The Fat, and Tesselate, all whilst having a firm grip on the DJ’ing thing and playing in the band San Of The Rambutan (TIP!) A man of much know-how and he’s only getting started. 

Hmmmmmm, damn, where to start? It’d probably be quicker to go through the bases that aren’t covered in this masterpiece, but I won’t. This is a big mountain to climb, but a stunning one at that. The scenery, the serenity, the flora and the fauna are all beautifully captured. Completely chock full of picturesque backdrops and stunning saturations, it reminds me of an album of photo highlights from the best trip you’ve ever had, a soundtracked slide show if you will. Every picture is worth a thousand notes, each one adding to the overarching narrative. Benji has done this series justice tenfold, in doing so making me even prouder to present such a thing. So without further adieu, chuck on your Solomons, fill up your butter sessions water bottle, and go conquer this beast. 

With love. X

His sounds >>>> https://soundcloud.com/acidchessclub

FHUO # 77 // Acid Chess Club

‘For home use only’ is an anti-club social, a chance to get to know someone/something. A series of transmissions purely dedicated to exploring the other side.

As the world tosses and turns, continuously coping with loss and burns, we continue to take and churn. It’s a full-time job living inside of a bubble, inside of a bubble, but we do it well, and boy is it nice here. Let’s take a moment and appreciate the space we have created for ourselves and the people that make that possible, one of those people for me is our next guest, Maryos Syawish, one half of Sleep D, f.k.a Sleepy Dino, and one of the founding member’s of Butter Sessions Records. 



I think the best place to start with Maryos is at the beginning, the beginning being the one love forums (tip of the hat;)) "frAnk" (cannot disclose real name due to legal issues) as he was called used to trawl the forums like he was Tank from the matrix, collecting every bit of vital information (I.e peak 08 -10 bangers), which would ultimately set him on his path to musical enlightenment and thus creating the foundations of the omnipresent ‘Butter Sessions’. Bringing underground Australian electronic music not only into the present but pushing it forward into the future. Where we used to follow, we now lead. Watching Maryos go from strength to strength over the last 15 years has been nothing short of inspirational, the amount of work Maryos and Corey (the other member of Sleep D/Butter sessions) have put into refining their craft and creating something truly amazing. Butter Sessions has been such an incredible platform for the Australian scene, carving out a place for all of us to call home, championing the local scene on a worldwide stage. They’ve come a long way from train-wrecking mixes at miss libertines all those years ago. Amazingly, Maryos has stayed humble this whole time, weird I know, but I’ve tested it time and time again. In an effort to fully embody the idea of being an artist, Maryos sunk himself into the graphical element in a heavy way, through pure ‘fuck around and find out’ he has established his own way of doing things via album artwork, poster design, logo development, and even sculpture work, and no one should be surprised that his work is beyond exceptional (I know sweet fuck all about art, but I do know what I like). Maryos’ star will continue to shine bright for many years to come and I cannot wait to see all the multifaceted fruitions. 



Keeping with the theme of ‘exceptional constructs of site and sound’ Maryos has delivered an interstellar submission. Fully embracing his middle eastern roots through a modern bypass and technical finesse, producing something that truly taps straight into the soul. Layers upon layers of perfectly structured sonic explorations, laced with haunting vocals and rhythm-based static, resulting in this beautifully melancholic love letter from the other side of the world. The mix dips and trip’s in and out of consciousness via waves of absolute hypnotism to put you under, then come the big hits from reality-driven synths to bring you back up for air. Maryos has created something truly powerful and moving here and it’s an honour to be able to bring this into the world. This is the point you take the red pill (not the one with the Mitsubishi logo on it).

Be kind to yourself. X 

his sounds >>>> https://soundcloud.com/sleepd

FHUO # 81 // Maryos Syawish

‘For home use only’ is an anti-club social, a chance to get to know someone/something. A series of transmissions purely dedicated to exploring the other side.

We come (back) in peace! And with a gift from Chaz, A man who spends most of his days getting inside other people's heads, he offers us a rare glimpse inside of his own. A timeless selection of ardent classics, gracefully woven together with love and affection. Put your blinds down and your feet up. Much love. X

FHUO # 88 // Chaz

‘For home use only’ is an anti-club social, a chance to get to know someone/something. A series of transmissions purely dedicated to exploring the other side.

The unofficial mayor of Naarm aka Dawn Again brings us a gift from above, a three hour stopover filled to the brim with the deepest of chill core cuts and mind-bending principles. The literal embodiment of the soundtrack to spring. This is made for the sun. Slip, slop, slurrrrrp. Xo 

his sounds >>>> https://soundcloud.com/dawn-again

FHUO # 89 // Dawn Again

So Much So Much Vol 38

So Much So Much Vol 39

In the fourth episode of Mystical Sweeties, we explore astrology with Brooklyn based astrologer Alice Sparkly Kat. From navigating Saturn returns (she really is that bitch tbh), to the need to queer and decolonize astrology, and the beauty of Internet astrology culture, Alice offers her very thoughtful thots. 

Mentioned in this episode:
http://www.alicesparklykat.com/about/
https://www.instagram.com/alicesparklykat/
https://aaww.org/curation/writing-with-archetypes-astrology-storytelling-a-workshop/

Episode Four: Decolonizing Astrology with Alice Sparkly Kat

Phew! We made it! The first Personal Space mix post Iso here in Perth took place on a still winters afternoon in the gardens of east freo. After months of minimal gatherings and limited physical social interaction with our dearest friends it was finally deemed safe to give our friends a hug again. Thank you Pete!

Some words from Pete:
"With this mix I invite you to join me for a cozy date in my personal space. In here you can find both warmth and coolness, slumber and arousal. Love, but also loneliness and vulnerability. 
First I’d suggest taking off your shoes and getting comfy. There is a couch here you’ll sink right into, as well as cushions and blankets on the floor if you prefer. In this space we can relax and unwind together, in silence, gazing out the window, listening and feeling as the seasons change from Summer to Autumn, through Winter and Spring.
Thanks for listening"

xx

Personal Space

Pete Foley - 04.07.2020

A podcast that takes you on a spiritual deep dive into the woo woo!

Episode Four: Decolonizing Astrology with Alice Sparkly Kat

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