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.

Well, that was a weird couple of months. Apologies for the lack of transmissions but I’m sure everyone understands the complete lack of motivation and inspiration that has been cast across the world. That being said, it hasn’t slowed everyone down that's for sure. I’m completely backed up with incredible mixes from incredible people, so let’s get back to our original program. 

In celebration of such, we’re excited to return with a (gentle) bang in the form of episode 60, via the incredibly talented Kia. Unless you’ve been living under a rock (which is completely understandable) you would’ve noticed Kia’s light in many facets; an incredibly talented DJ, a passionate and dedicated label boss, and associated mix series runner (big ol tip’o’that to Animalia // link below), woolen based wunderkind, and most importantly a fucking lovely human being. 

And if you do know Kia then as you would expect, her submission to the series is nothing short of breathtaking. A perfectly constructed soundscape, daydreaming of an above-average paradise. Emotionally inciting on all fronts, it’s nice to feel things again and I think this is perfectly timed with the world opening back up again. The subtly rhythmic pulses of 4x4 drums reactivating that lost sense of liberating yourself on the dance floor (finally back in our sights) and the ethereal harmonies that keep you grounded on the bedroom floor. What Kia manages to do in an hour is exceptional, a short story that translates to a full novel, a true testament to her talent and understanding of music and all of the concepts that go with it. Best served through headphones with room to move.

Enjoy it every way you can. 
 
I hope you’re all well and thank you for listening. 
 
Love. 

Her sounds >>> https://soundcloud.com/kia-sydney

Animalia >>>> https://soundcloud.com/animalia-label

FHUO # 60 // Kia

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Truancy Volume 327: Command D

For the next Harmony podcast, we have received a special recording from our dear friend Pjenné.

Penny is a Naarm-based artist and radio host of Passing Notes show who played the following mix at a partly illegal outdoor doof run by 'Safari Park' close to Sydney, taking place last July. Blending rhythm into texture. Enjoy!

@pjenne

Harmony Rec. podcast | Pjenné

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After listening to many Freerotation recordings over the years, it feels a bit surreal to share this one. I had such a great time meeting the freero community. Very special to feel the positive vibe and patience to build something new.

Bas Dobbelaer - Freerotation 2024

Composed of producers Matthew Wilson and Lauren Squire, OK EG’s strident sound melds rhythm, bass and analogue synth. Known for their hardware-based live sets, the pair spiral around unpredictable patterns and interlocking grooves, encapsulating the unhinged energy of the Melbourne underground. For this special performance on Kiosk Radio, OK EG will perform new music written for their live set at Silent Green in Berlin as part of Kia's Cirrus label showcase. Expect exquisite ambient textures, deep rhythms and surprising trips into otherworldly electronica.

OK EG (live) @ Kiosk Radio 24.07.2024

S:S 015 is here with a heavy trip from Ukrainian DJ/Producer @shjva.

Quickly making waves with a notable output of unique and fresh productions, straddling the fringes of IDM, Techno and Trance, Shjva has understandably turned a lot of heads in the last few years. 

Relocating to the Polish city of Warsaw 7 years ago from her native Ukraine she started the Penumbrum Radio show, later growing to a party collective and label with other local like minds joining, which then saw her put out a slew of music, playing live sets and DJing frequently in Berlin and across Europe.  It didn't take long for the network to expand to these shores with friendships and links being made with our crew and some of our extended family, realising EP's and mini albums on both People & Places and Common Ancestors. 

Desperate to bring her over to the UK, complications with visa's have unfortunately scuppered any attempts for the moment. For now we have a beautiful mix that she's skilfully crated for us that perfectly illustrates her sound and gives you a little snippet into the mind of Shjva.

S:S 015 Shjva

meltdown 57 - miki

Sarkawt Hamad at Garage Noord for the Lentekabinet afterparty, 18th May 2024 <3

@sarkawthamad

ani/live Fifty Five: Sarkawt Hamad @ Lentekabinet Afterparty (Garage Noord)

Next up for CoziMix 14 we have the boss of it all ANNX @annx-anna-whomp ! A legend and pioneer within the UK underground music scene, Anna aka ANNX is known for her impeccable and warm approach to bringing people together. Founder of the non-profit party Whomp, Co- founder of Perspectives party and a member of the Above below Family, she has a strong ear and eye for the deeper & mystical talents, mixing sounds and immersive lighting together to create the perfect setting. Annx's set at Above Below 24 b2b friend Noodle was one of our highlights to date with the most bass wobbling, Saturday afternoon Dubstep set we've ever witnessed. So we had to have her join the Cozi fam....with this special curated atmospheric & moody dub techno mix for us all to dive into....lock in xxxx

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1. How and why did you get into producing / dj’ing? 
I’ve been passionate about dance music since I can remember, living in music-centric cities like Leeds and Berlin were super inspiring (I did my dissertation on clubbing in Berlin lol) but it never ever crossed my mind to become or learn to DJ. When I moved to Mile End in London in 2019, I lived in a large house with 5 gals which we chose because of a sexy two room basement that we then proceeded to use as a club for five house parties. We had a strict rule “no dicks on decks” to promote female-DJs and naturally I then taught myself to DJ since being on the aux in the basement didn’t quite cut it… 

2. Who, what/where was your most coziest gig you've been to or experienced and why? 
Definitely at Kwia in Berlin in November 2021. It had just opened, I don’t even remember who was playing but I was totally mesmerised by the ‘shoes off’ policy, the cozy sofas and soft furnishings, the warm pastel colors, the incredible lighting and art installations, the sit-down DJ set-up and the fact they had a smoke machine. I went back every night of that trip because I was so obsessed. If I could make my future living room like I would..

3. Do you consider yourself an introvert or extrovert in the scene? 
On top of DJing I have my fingers in many musical pies including co-running two events, Whomp and Perspectives, as well as being on the Music team for Above Below Festival. Therefore I’d say I am an extrovert in the scene - I thrive off connecting with people around the world through music and have a passion for bringing new psychedelic sounds to London and the UK beyond. 

4. If you had to choose 1 track to vibe out too forever, what would it be?
SUCH a tough question…but I think it might have to be Unknown Artist - Untitled A1. The groove always puts me in a good mood and I love the weirdo vocals. It’s my favourite track to listen to after a night out. 

5. What is your routine when preparing for a gig / production/writing session? Do you have any special remedies/ mental/physical prep/ places to go to? :)
It depends on the gig but usually I spend weeks digging (when I can) with the venue/time/lineup/crowd/country/promoters in mind. I try to reach out to the artists playing before / after me to understand their vibes and craft something interesting that’ll work. After digging I go through my rekordbox and make playlists of different vibes that I weave through during the sets. Some sets I plan more than others depending on how nervous I am…

Cozi

CoziMix 14 : ANNX

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