Currently based in Vancouver, BC, Adam 2 (@adamtwo) is a DJ, producer, organizer, and perhaps above all, a devotee of the dancefloor. They are the kind of person who's likely to have a meet-cute story with a surprising number of your friends from everywhere in the world (we met over a popsicle in the front row of No Way Back once upon a time). They bring the same spirit of community and giving they bring to the dancefloor to their engagement with the music community, most recently through their label @pprzrecords with DJ Hockey and their Afrofuturism is NOW mix series.

Read the interview and see a tracklist:
https://spontaneous.zone/045-adam-2

"So for mixes usually, I’ll find a few songs which have a common narrative/story. Then with that narrative in mind, I'll think about what the start and the end of the story sound like and do I have songs which I can use for the start and the end. I’ll usually then split the mix into 2-3 parts (3 parts for a recorded mix, 2 parts for a live performance) and each part will have the same shared theme but different energy levels.

For this one, I had a few electro tracks which weren’t really based on phrases, but were long and evolving, so I could mix them as textures kinda like how I would mix techno. There is a mix of electro/bass/techno throughout, however I purposely tried to avoid songs with 4x4 kick patterns.

In terms of a narrative I envisioned a soundtrack to a science fiction movie, recounting a story of a journey gone wrong, and elements known (science) vs. elements unknown (religion/ritual). It is always interesting to reflect on when a mix was recorded and how it reflects that period of time; for me it reflects a period of Winter, an ongoing pandemic and a bleak view of the future. I wouldn’t be able to record the same mix now because I am in such a different place emotionally and musically compared to a few months ago.

It was honestly so fascinating while writing the interview for this mix series to realize I’d come full circle and I was playing electro again but in a new way, after discovering it years ago and leaving it behind after getting so tired of it."

@adamtwo / @pprzrecords / @afrofuturismisnow

Interview + Tracklist

Spontaneous Affinity #045: Adam 2

I KNOW WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT - THEY WANT TO BE SHOCKED... AND GROOVED. AND THEY WANT HOUSE 
MUSIC.

Lawrence S. Williams Jr., better known as L.A. Williams, is an American DJ and producer from Chicago. Founder of the label Chisel, producer of over 27 releases, he has an idiosyncratic take to rhythms, sounds and grooves. 

As a huge fan, both impressed and beguiled, I wanted to shine a light on him. I still am often tripped up trying to blend his tracks while D'Jaying and fit them in a mix soooooooo I had to make this all L.A. mix ᏊˊꈊˋᏊ I spent the last few months collecting nearly all his releases on Discogs to use for the mix; a lot isn't available digitally, and it just felt right. 

I think the best way to hear his unique world and sound is via a tour of his various sides and styles, weaving and roiling, building and bubbling, jacking and smacking.

https://www.discogs.com/artist/4146-LA-Williams

TRACKLIST
All Aboard - Great Space Coaster EP
What Tha People Want (House Muzik Anthem) - House Muzik "98"
Da X-Menn (L.A.'s Magic II)- Da X-Menn EP
Program 35 - Chi-Town Sampler
Rainstick - Rainstick
Midnite at 31st Sbeach - D.T.T. 3rd R.
A Little “Old School” Track - Da X-Menn
Cries of Joy Dedicated to Armando Gallop - Sounds 4 Da Underground
Playing Inside Tha Wooden Sandbox - The Future Deescko
Toilet Hush - Sounds 4 Da Underground
Guest Star Entertainment - D.T.T. 3rd R. 
My Music Box - Da X-Menn EP
Hypnotic - D.T.T. 3rd R.
Going Insane (The Insane Asylum TRK) - The Straight Jacket EP
Your Inspiration - The Project Part 2

Only L.A. Williams

aka-Sol@Nowadays August NonStop

Ron Like Hell provides eclectic sets venturing into obscure international sounds, Techno, Synth, House, Acid and Disco which are appreciated by some of the most discerning dance floor enthusiasts.

Approaching a dj mix as assemblages, Ron Like Hell aligns sound with emotion, focusing on texture to create psychedelic soundscapes, imaginative spaces for comfort and surprise spectators with an unexpected crafty transition. With 27+ years of making people dance in numerous countries along with years of vinyl shop experience and music promotion, his/their role in the industry is unique and influential. Their latest production, EXALT is their dream come true where Ron selects a personally beloved dj to play solo then close out the night together with a b2b set. EXALT's first guest was Matrixxman in April 2022 at Basement in Ridgewood-Queens, NY. Ron also djs as Wrecked, a music first queer dance party which will turn 12 in March of 2023.

Notes on the Mix ///
"Created deep from the bottom of my heart respectfully for the queer community in my off kilter multi-genre inclusive style this live in one take mix includes vinyl and cdj media. Mash-ups sit near disco originals, disco sampled 90s house thumpers meet modern deep tech house
pumpers and adjacent to all that, unashamed sassy vocal house is celebrated too. I also featured a few productions by some friends near and far: a trend that I can not shake since creating mixes during the 2020 shutdown. Overall, I wanted this mix to be a version of near
perfect just as when we go out and hear DJs at the club where a perfect blend is a fortunate dream come true and also some skips or light off the beat-mixing reminds us of our beautiful mortality. I feel the intention and soul of the dj is revealed when those moments are noticed. I hope everyone who follows the XOXA mixes and parties will play this mix before they head out to a party this Fall and Winter and beyond :)"

SOCIALS:
@ronlikehell
https://www.instagram.com/ronlikehell
https://www.facebook.com/djronlikehell
https://www.mixcloud.com/ronlikehell/
https://ra.co/dj/ronlikehell/biography
https://twitter.com/RonLikeHell

XOXA BLEND 123 - Ron Like Hell

Campout is an experience that we meticulously curate from start to finish; finding an artist that can connect the dots and close the festival is never an easy task. When asking artists to play, we always encourage them to stay through the festival in its entirety. This is the best way to truly understand what the festival is and what the community brings. 

This brings us to @ciel_dj, who we view as one of the most talented and hardworking DJ/producers in dance music. She's put in the work with her own music but also with her community in Toronto. We fully trusted her to step up and give us all proper send off. From slamming house to funky tech house rollers, Ciel gifted the crowd the energy to make it across the finish line. The ending track, 'Right Here' by SWV was damn near perfection.

Campout Mix Series: Ciel

Berlin techno aficionado Prosumer lays it out for all the wannabes. A harmonious lecture in house and soul, Prosumer’s here to share.

https://www.nts.live/shows/prosumer/episodes/prosumer-22nd-november-2022

Prosumer - 22nd November 2022

Juanita's Mix 081 with Kilopatrah Jones @kilopatrah-jones

Q. How would you describe yourself?
A. A quiet dancer who uses music to connect with others. 

Q. How long have you been a part of the NY music scene? 
A. About 12 years as a dancer but 6 years as a dj. (I was a curious kid who stayed in the street)

Q. Tell us a little bit about this mix.
A. This mix is a little rude, sticky but sweet. I wanted to pull elements from my queer haitian identity and experiences as an NYC native. A lot of the tracks selected are from DJs and artists I look up to. The grooves, syncopation and cuts I mix are to paint a picture of it being 2am in the club, you are pumping & dancing so hard that you are sweating your hair and clothes out but you can’t stop because the music feels too good. In my own way if I was old enough to play at sound factory or the tunnel, this is what it would sound like!

Tracklist:
I'm Not Dreaming (Mystipsychotix Mix)- K.C.Y.C.
4 D.D. (For Devotion) (I Want You Mix) - K.C.Y.C.
Love Me Tonight [Junior's Sound Factory Mix]- J.D. Braithwaite
4 D.D. (For Devotion) (Smoothie Harden Mix) - K.C.Y.C.
I'm Every Woman (The Runs Mix II) - Whitney Houston
Ah yeah (club mix)- Flexter
The House Phreak- St. David
Good Time (Time Razor’s B.A.V Mix)- Sleepless
Reste Sur Moi (Blue Velvet Mix)- Patricia Kaas
Stay Together (Armand's ''Crazy'' Trauma Mix) - Barbara Tucker
Sex Machine (Erotica Mix)- 20 Fingers
Everyone Over there (Getting Robbed) (Roc-s SP1200 Dub) - Roc & Presta
Warm Leatherette (Danny Tenaglia Mix)- Club 69
Georgy Porgy (Armand Van Helen Remix)- 3D
Can’t Stop (Acid Rain Forest Mix)- Plez
C.U.N.T. (She’s Cunt, She’s Pussy)- Robbie Tronco
Throb (David Morales Legendary Dub Mix)- Janet Jackson

Juanita's Mix 081: Kilopatrah Jones

Ambient, post-punk, and the in between for your listening ears and tender heart

http://www.instagram.com/kat.offline
http://www.instagram.com/kfeelzzz

Kfeelz and Kat Offline @ The Lot Radio 12 - 27 - 2022

Gladstone Butler is a New York based artist working with percussion and electronics. His work takes form in recorded music, installations and performances.

While percussion is often only tied to the act of striking an object, Gladstone sees percussion as an expressive manifestation of time architectures that bind humans, framed by the larger rhythmical walls of sun-rise and set. In Gladstone's work, musical rhythm becomes a unique tool for celebrating nonlinearity, asymmetry and difference in society.

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Recorded live at @hot-mass - July 16, 2022
@gladstonedeluxe

DETOUR Podcast 20: Gladstone Deluxe (Live at Hot Mass)

PAM, previously host of beloved NTS show Okonkole Y Trompa, joins you for a dawn chorus every Thursday. Traversing obscure rarities, globetrotting vintage pop and beyond.

https://www.nts.live/shows/early-bird-show-w-pam/episodes/early-bird-show-w-pam-16th-march-2023

The Early Bird Show W Pam & River Yarra 160323

For the 113th entry in the Honcho Podcast Series, we have a special recording from one of Honcho's founders. In September 2022, Clark had the privilege of playing the Grove at Sustain Release, a yearly festival held in upstate New York.  Fresh off of Honcho Campout, the beautiful stage tucked away in the woods felt like home. Check out this two hour set of moody, atmosphere techno and jacking house.

Tracklist:

Sputnik One - Microbead
Eduardo de la Calle feat. Romina Cohn - I’m Losing My Mind 
Si Futures - The News
GAK - GAK 3
Jammin’ Unit - Kadinlar ve Teknik
Megalon - Mission 
Grey People - Maniac
Valentino Mora - Astrometric Effect
Todd Sines - Ariadne
Mor Elian - Drum Vortex (Joey Anderson Remix)
Black One - Electronic Percussion Part One
The Forgemasters - A Track With No Name (Unique 3 Remix)
Miss Kittin - 1993 EACID
Acid Al - Call of the Wild
Cube 40 - You Drive me Crazy
Love Letters - Let Let
Khan - Super-8.5 (Retouched)
Acid Al - Jack N Spell
Jammin’ Unit - Drum Unit 1
UBIK - Remedy (I.M.W. Mix)
 Escape Artist - SIgns of Life
Tessera - Hackney Parrot [10 Ton Mix]
Surgeon - Convenience Trap (Part 4)
1994 - 2 (2019 Version by Skeemask)
Dorisburg - Gripen
Sepehr - Darklord
Black Rave Culture - Something Else
4E - Sleep Taster
100Hz - Anna & Her Toms 
UBIK - Techno Prisoners (Remix)
Sanctuary - Penetrate (Body Mix) 
Trent - This is a Trip
Liquid Asset - Subs on Dubs 
DBX - Electric Shock
Grace Jones - Love On Top Of Love (Killer Kiss) (The Cole & Clivilles Garage House Mix)
The Knife - Silent Shout

Kfeelz and Kat Offline @ The Lot Radio 12 - 27 - 2022

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