Steam Shape's Upcoming Gigs
Sat 23 May, 20 
Black Mamba, Akvárium Klub, Budapest, Hungary

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The Budapest based techno duo, SveTec & Nils, has taken a long journey until their current alias as Steam Shape. Both of them coming from a musical background, they turned from the piano to the decks quite early in 2003. Their obsession to the electronic music scene was increasing from the first time as they experienced its true spirit.

They started their joint venture in the year 2005, when they decided to launch an event series, which would give them the possibility to express their musical vision on a regular basis. During the years their passion and talent emerged into one cohesive musical project in which they could play together several times.

In 2007 they decided to experience different musical pathways. In this important term both of them gained success of their own goals as they played in the most important and determining venues in Hungary and abroad as well. Their contribution to the local scene was always remarkable, which was an important part in order to rebuild its strong basis.

Although their sound has continuously evolved during their career, they always remained true to their roots. As a result, they found the year 2012 a perfect timing to reunion and set in a long lasting new venture, where they can apply all of their practical experiences that shaped them.

Through some productive studio sessions, in 2014 they prepared their new sounding tracks, which have received promising feedbacks from all across the scene. In the same year they released their first EP, called ‘Boundless’ on Driving Forces Recordings.

In their DJ sets they are aiming extraordinary performance with 4 CDJs, 2 mixers and loads of external gadgets in order to provide their unique dynamics and powerful sounding. Their style was influenced by techno from the beginnings. They keep up with the newest changes but at the meantime their music retains their original style. As the result of professional precision, strict selection and sorting, and vigorous dynamics there is a unique sound of their mixes.

Düsseldorf, winter 2015...
 
A thud emerges from the closed door of a rehearsal room.
An angry guitar and an exploding drum seem to  be in dialogue and creating a unique sound.
 
Charley Verlaine and Fabian Goldschmidt met a few months ago.
While working on his solo project, Charley quickly asked Fabian to help him nail the rhythm and bring his music to life on stage.
 
After several months of rehearsals, the two musicians came to the same conclusion: their collaboration would have to extend beyond the walls of the studio. It was now obvious to both of them that it wasn't as a solo project that they had to introduce themselves to the world but as a Rock band.
 
The Black Electric Club was born.
 
Everything had to be done now.
The excitement of any beginning. Creating a sound, a universe, an identity. The coming months would be creative, productive and stimulating. Colors, shapes, sounds would come to dress the walls of the rehearsal room and give birth to the first songs.
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A year later, they felt the need to grow and add a bit of depth to the fine alchemy devloping between the voice, the guitar and  drums; they were now ready to add the heaviness and the heat of a bass guitar.
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He who seeks finds... but not always.
After many unsuccessful attempts by talented musicians who responded to the band's ad, the two musicians were beginning to despair. After a long month without any sign of candidate, Nenad "Sean" Natozevic turned up at the door of the Black Electric Club.
From the first few notes it was clear that Sean was going to take up the third corner in the creative triangle.
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The stage was set to explode.
Thoughout 2017, the band played various local gigs, sculpting and refining their show each time and picking up new fans along the way. The only condition was that the venue had a good power outlet!
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Fire!
That same year was also an opportunity to burn their music on record to capture the energy and the ferocity of the band.
"Fire!" will be the result of a snapshot mixing the genres and influences that make up the Black Electric Club's music.
 
Always on the lookout and ready to rumble, the band continues to walk its way with confidence and determination.
Following his path without looking behind ... tomorrow is now.

Upcoming Gigs:
www.aminek.com

In the north of Mother Africa, desert rhythm meets metropolis roar, and Amine K is Morocco’s ambassador to the music.
From the north of Africa comes a loud whisper. Rolling like an echo, a rumor of Amine K. 
A pulse on the danceﬂoor. A beach in Boracay, a sunrise in Black Rock City or a morning booth in Berlin. Legend says the prophecy predicted this. A Moroccan warrior, riding in on a camel unicorn. Decks and a mixer. 
Rhythm and a dancer.
The desert has spoken.

Amine K’s progressive sounds, direct a journey, deep and united. It’s about fueling a connection on the dance ﬂoor with a melodic story and organic rhythm.
While internationally moving bodies, Amine Akesbi doesn’t neglect his home: he’s been streamlining the new face of Morocco’s dance scene with the Moroko Loko concept since 2009. The music party brand, and driving dance force of the country has already found satellites in cities like Paris, London, Tokyo and Singapore.

Morocco’s latest cutting edge festival, ‘Oasis’, has too grabbed Amine K and dubbed him resident DJ. Next up is a series of Road to Oasis gigs, bringing your favorite electronic cities- a ﬂavor of the desert.

Amine’s latest EPs include releases on Sol Selectas, Buddah Bar, Bar 25, Souvenir Music, Selador, Souvenir Music, and Be Crazy. Next up is releases on Akbal Music, Prometheus and many more.

2019 gears up to be a productive year for Amine, as Marrakech will ﬁnd itself having a new professional studio hub, synthesized by the seasoned hands of the musician himself. New upcoming global tours and long awaited label releases are just a symptom of the work paid off.

🌐 www.davidforbes.co.uk
Bookings : miguel@musicfirstagency.net

Alasthor is a black metal band from Belgium formed in 2003.   
Wxten, the founding member, has played in : Punishment (B), Baptism in fire (B), Ackros (ex-Scatophagus) and X10 (B). With these bands and since 1996, WxTen has shared stages with the following bands: Dark Funeral, Vader, Evohé, Aborted, … Alasthor has already shared stages with Enthroned, Cirith Gorgor, Bestial Mockery, Emptiness, Natron, In-Quest, Nocturnal Depression, …
Discography :  
 - « Burning the cross of lies »  - 2004  
 - « Alasthor » - 2005
- « From ahshes to Chaos » - 2017 
- "Wrathful expression of inner fires" - 2019

About lyrics : Left hand path, magik, Aghora  …
Influences : Cult of fire, Thy Darkened shade, Mgla, Horna, …   

History : From 2003 to 2006, WxTen has composed music with Darkonith. Different members have joined the band for studio sessions and live shows.
2017 – 2018 : WxTen was the only member for the « From ashes to Chaos » E.P. 
In 2019, Alasthor is WxTen and  Styx. The arrival of  Styx, from the one-man band Infernal Arts, is an impulsion that gives to Alasthor a fresh energy for the upcoming material. 2019 will be a productive year for Alasthor. 

Calligaphy for band name : Andrea Bonaccio Graphic design for the band logo : Venus + / WxTen

Podcast show promoting positive and productive black, brown and colored people in our society.

I created this podcast as a means of establishing different connections. A way of giving myself an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with others and initiate discussion. Discussions that may not be taking place. It’s a curiosity and a creed that I live by. I learn about life from engaging in open dialogue with others.

‘Stupid Black Girl’ is what society expects of me. An expectation I turned into motivation.

It’s ironic and rooted in an anger that’s become productive, not destructive. This anger urges me to grow creatively, artistically, and emotionally.

French artist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, deeply immersed in the underground electronic music scene.

From an early age, he explored music through guitar, piano, and drums, later channeling his passion into electronic music. Over the past decade, he has performed at some of the most renowned clubs worldwide, including City Hall (Barcelona), Space, Privilege & Underground (Ibiza), Bar25, Trésor, C.D.V, Wilde Renate, Kater Holzig & Watergate (Berlin), and many more. His journey has taken him across Europe, South America (D-EDGE, CROBAR, SALON AMADOR) and the Eastern Bloc, with notable stops in Bucharest and Moscow.

Sharing the decks with artists such as Sammy Dee, Sonja Moonear, Nicolas Lutz, Ion Ludwig, Praslea, and Apollonia, his sound blends deep textures, intricate rhythms, and hypnotic grooves. His discography includes releases on esteemed labels like R&S Records (London), Ultrastretch, Subtil, Normandy Rec, Body Parts (digital album & vinyl EP), Silver Network, Sleep is Commercial, and most recently, Brique Rouge.

While his productions have been well-established in the scene for years, his focus remains on pushing the boundaries of sound design and refining his vision for the dance floor. Whether in the studio or on stage, he approaches music with the tact and commitment of a true artist, continuously evolving his craft with an ultimate goal of transitioning into film scoring.

Monica Melvin is following