Jawjee & Tomas Bayley's 2-hour b2b warm-up set for Nick Warren's home turf gig in Bristol for our 5th anniversary, we hope you enjoy.

Tracklist

Hermanez - Basic Needs [SATYA]
Pedro Capelosi - Crispy Aliens [Sound Avenue]
Fauxplay - Avalon (Gai Barone Remix) [Music To Die For]
Amonita - Milky Way [Peace Symphonies]
Zoo Brazil - Tomorrow [Bedrock Records]
Tim Green - Eteri [Balance Music]
Rodrigo - Kattergat [Mango Alley]
Solique Ivory - Burn Through [Innervisions]
Armano - Tramas [Hoomidaas]
Gareth Cole - Drawn To The Dark [Ohral]
Konrad Ritter & NEPH - Bring it home (Dave DK classic house cut) [Unreel]
Oliver Schories - Rampart [Pracht]
Squire - Find Me On Fire (Jonas Rathsman Remix) [trueColors]
Gorje Hewek, Polo - Altitude (Volen Sentir Remix) [Watergate Records]
Vonda 7 - Perception (Alex O’Rion Remix) [Sudbeat Music]
Wassu - Dusk [Tale & Tone]
Rodrigo Lapena, Mayro - Asir (Groove & Kikis Remix) [Mango Alley]
Paul Deep - Barion [Proportion]
Underworld - Two Months Off (Tim Green Remix) [Balance Music]
Kyotto - The Cat That drove away [CRFT Music]
Bearanger - Dropping The Acid [Tropical Beats Music]
Second Sine - Omniverse [YOMO Records]
The Cyclist - Pressing Matters (Robag’s Pinvoldex Sull NB) [Hypercolour]
Gorje Hewek - Astro World  [Watergate Records]
Quivver - The Dark Side Of Pleasure [Controlled Substance]
Second Sine - Occult [YOMO Records]
Stae - The note for your arp {The Soundgarden]
Kyotto - Evolve [CRFT Music]
Emi Galvan - Around The World [Replug]

Jawjee B2b Tomas Bayley - Warm Up For Nick Warren At The Prog Lab 5th Anniversary

Listen up, music lover. If you're looking for another run-of-the-mill DJ who's all about the flash and no substance, you're in the wrong place. But if you're seeking a craftsman of sound, a sonic adventurer, then lets connect.

You see, I'm not your run-of-the-mill beat jockey who just stumbled upon a passion for music because it was the cool thing to do. I've been in the trenches, diving headfirst into the intoxicating world of dance music. 

But let me tell you, it wasn't about just producing tracks, bootlegs, or the occasional DJ gig. Nah, that's child's play. My quest was to forge something far more meaningful: musical experiences that leave a mark, that make your soul hum along, that change the way you see the world, even if just for a moment.

Now, I'm not claiming to be the all-knowing sage atop the mountain. As Laozi once said, "The wise man is one who knows what he does not know." And I'm wise enough to know that it's not about inflating egos or claiming the spotlight. It's about creating a connection, a spark that ignites the heart and soul.

Music, to me, is like a universal language, a bridge that transcends cultural, linguistic, and social divides. It's not something to be taken lightly. It's a force to be reckoned with, one that deserves our utmost respect and reverence. And when wielded with care, it can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

So, here's the thing: my dance music journey isn't about me. It's about exploration, growth, and the thrill of discovery. It's about creating a sound that doesn't just hit the right notes, but also stirs the right emotions. It's about embracing humility, simplicity, and a deep-seated respect for the power of music. And ultimately, it's about bringing us a little closer, one beat at a time.

So, are you ready to join me on this journey?

The Prog Lab is a club night and record label based in Bristol, UK. We invite international guests to play in intimate venues and create an atmosphere that only Progressive House can deliver.

Promoters and residents are George Pritchard aka Jawjee & Tomas Bayley, we often play as a b2b called The Prog Lab DJs. 

Previous guests at our nights over the last five years are a who’s who of progressive house: Guy J, Sébastien Léger, Tim Green, Henry Saiz, John 00 Fleming, Nick Warren, Simon Vuarambon, Jeremy Olander, Emi Galvan, Alex O’Rion, Budakid, Nicolas Rada, Quivver, Jody Wisternoff, King Unique, Dubspeeka, Paul Hazendonk, Kasper Koman, Tom Demac, Joseph Ashworth, Alfonso Muchacho, Nadia, Essco, Sonic Union, Alec Pritchard, Ben Major and a number of other Prog DJ friends.

Resident DJ @ The Prog Lab
Resident DJ @ Electronic Sessions
Resident DJ @ From Berlin With Love 
Resident DJ @ Midnight Express FM
DJ/Ambassador @ Plethora Muzik 

Tomas Ryan Bayley aka TOMB is a 31 year old DJ/producer originating from Nottingham and based In Bristol. From the ridiculously tender age of 8 years old. Tom has had a unrelenting passion for the highest quality electronic music since as far back as 1994. Fueled with new music from two of his older half brothers (One of which is the UK trance DJ/Producer Corin Bayley)who would pass on mix tapes of theirs and other big DJ's of the time to him and his brother Arran. Once he had found the music had so much raw energy and emotion, he was hooked. It's this feeling from electronic music that still resonates with him today! From these mix tapes he would hear amongst many others everything from early trance/techno by now massive names like Sven Vath and Paul Van Dyk to early progressive house pioneers like Spooky. This education in dance music continued circa 93-2000. 

It was around this time in early 2000 that he and his older Brother Arran (Who had caught the bug too) took it upon themselves to purchase two Technics SL1210 mk2's and a mixer and the rest as they say is history! The two brothers both started out DJing together playing Progressive house/Trance and Techno and going to various club nights and festivals together. Then in 2002 at the age of 15 Tom got invited to play in the main room at the now Legendary defunct Country Club near Dorchester just a mile from his parents house. After having handed in a 90 min demo to then PR and Resident DJ Meri! Unfortunately for a lot of like people in that area including himself. The club got shut down not long after and the young lad was left with no choice but to play and learn his trade at Bars and smaller clubs in what was at the time his local town of Yeovil! 

Fast forward the last few years however and he has been living in Bristol, trying to forge a name for himself on the local club circuit. Over the years his tastes have evolved a little and the bpm's have of course naturally dropped too. However he has still stayed true to his taste. Describing his current sound as "nearly always being melodic or containing moments of melody, but never cheesy". His styles now ranging everything from Deep house to progressive/Tech house and Techno/melodic techno! Although Tom is always constantly looking for new/future sounds. He has always been known for not being afraid to throw in a classic or two into his sets/mixes. Something of which is a feature on his Emotive Soundscapes podcasts. These shows are most of the time a reflection of what music he is really digging each month, rather than a representation of his live dj sets when he plays out! Tom is currently a resident DJ for Bristol based house and techno night From Berlin With Love and Progressive nights Origin Presents and The Prog Lab. As well as being an ambassador/DJ for Progressive/tech House label Plethora Muzik. I recent years he has played regular gigs for many other promoters. Playing at clubs including Motion and more or less every smaller club/venue in Bristol. At the same time he has been bagging key sets in London for Electronic Sessions supporting the likes of Israel's finest export Guy J and also playing at EGG!


His main Inspirations DJ wise ranges from the likes of Sasha, John Digweed, James Zabiela, Nick Warren, Hernan Cattaneo, Dave Seaman, Sven Vath, Carl Cox.. etc! 

Hey everyone,
Hope you like my mixes/live recorded sets and always feel free to download them and leave any feedback good or bad! :)

"Valera Obuhov, aka VAO, was born in 1981 and grew up in the south of Russia in the city of Krasnodar, near the Black Sea coast, where parties with the participation of various stars of the electronic scene began to take place back in the 90's. Such as the KaZantip held in the Republic of Crimea from 1992 to 2013. Also bringing foreign artists such as Anthony Pappa to the "Kakady Club" in 2007. Оn July 20th, 2012, a party with John Digweed and Denis A took place in the Krasnodar nightclub "Sugar". It was during these years that he fell in love with electronic music and completely immersed himself in it. 1996 was the peak of the growing popularity of electronic music in Russia and the appearance of numerous top clubs and events. His musical taste was formed thanks to such artists as Anthony Pappa, John Digweed, Paul Oakenfold, Pete Tong, Nick Warren, Hernan Cattaneo and many others. In 2017, he decided to start recording mixes for friends and various music communities, realizing that without music, our life is nothing but routine. To this day, he tries to please his friends with mixes in the style of progressive house and melodic techno, his favorite musical directions"

"I'am a big fan of electronic music and everything related to it. Mixing is just my hobby. You can find my other sets by clicking on the links below. With best regards VAO...."

Thank you for taking the time to listen to my tunes, for the love and for your music ✨️ 

 ~ Sera @witchleaf

Inquiries 💌: kristineprogressive@gmail.com