MC The Ant - Born & raised in the east-side of Holland, Twente, in a lil' chaotic town called: Enschede.

As a lil' girl Miranda loved to write a lot of poems, rhymes and poetry. After a couple of years listening to (old skool) hip hop music and thanks to a predisposition for rhythm and music, she started to write her own lyrics to rap on them! In 2007 the lyrics were all still in Dutch as she called herself 'Missy Miertje', but since 2010 she feels better rappin' in English as MC The Ant. The love for hip hop music was growing bigger after several performances and worked on music productions... so the beginning of The Ant has started!

The love for music developed because she can lose all her frustrations by writing them down, at the same time with the intention to let people know it is possible to bring up positivity out of negative experiences in life! She wants people to know we're all unique in our way of being and in telling our story; be yourself, share your story and do it YOUR way! MC The Ant has chosen to minimize cursing and swearing in her tracks, since it emphasizes the negativity instead of positivity and she wants to be an example for the children who may be listening.

"Stay positive in this negative world; it's ironical,
many of us know it ain't easy but it's possible!" - MC The Ant

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MC The Ant - Geboren & getogen in het oosten van Nederland, Twente, in een kleine chaotische stad genaamd: Enschede.

Als klein meisje hield Miranda er al van om veel gedichten, rijmpjes en poëzie te schrijven. Na een aantal jaren te hebben geluisterd naar (old skool) hip hop muziek en dankzij een aanleg te hebben voor ritme en muziek, begon zij haar eigen teksten te schrijven om te gaan rappen! In 2007 waren de teksten in het Nederlands toen ze zichzelf 'Missy Miertje' noemde, maar sinds 2010 voelt zij zich beter door te rappen in het Engels als MC The Ant. De liefde voor hip hop muziek bleef groeien na een aantal optredens te hebben gedaan en gewerkt heeft aan muziek producties... dus het begin van The Ant was begonnen!

De liefde voor muziek heeft zich ontwikkeld doordat zij haar frustraties kwijt kan in het schrijven van teksten, met tegelijkertijd de bedoeling mensen te laten weten dat het mogelijk is om positiviteit naar boven te halen uit negatieve ervaringen in het leven. Zij wil mensen laten weten dat wij allen uniek zijn in het zijn van onszelf en in het vertellen van ons verhaal; wees jezelf, deel jouw verhaal en doe het op JOUW manier! MC The Ant heeft er voor gekozen om zo min mogelijk te schelden en te vloeken in haar tracks, daar het de negativiteit benadrukt i.p.v. positiviteit en daar zij een voorbeeld wil zijn voor de kinderen die eventueel mee luisteren.

"Stay positive in this negative world; it's ironical,
many of us know it ain't easy but it's possible!" - MC The Ant

Right place, right time. It's an old cliché, but it's one that's been the definition of Dennis Ferrer's musical career. Just as the dance music world was heading into the world of afro-centric house, Ferrer was there. And then, when it began to embrace the mix of tech and soul, Ferrer was there again, leading the way with his impeccable productions. As Ferrer goes, it seems, so does electronic music. And, as someone who's never content to do the same thing twice, it's clear that he'll be staying on top for years to come.

Ferrer burst back into the consciousness of most dance music heads with the release of "Sandcastles," (Ibadan) his collaboration with Jerome Sydenham in 2003. But, to his credit, Ferrer didn't simply repeat the formula afterwards. He has continued to push a variety of genres all at once. It's clear that Ferrer isn't content to rest on his laurels: he's too busy dreaming up new ways to shock and delight audiences.

In the mid-90’s, Ferrer was crafting techno records as Morph and then had success in the Afro and gospel house scenes with releases via his Sfere label, an imprint he began alongside Kerri Chandler. But it's this past work that gives his new productions such resonance: unlike many of this house peers, Ferrer's techno experience has given him an edge that you can hear in his recent work.

"Son of Raw," (Ibadan) "Church Lady," (Defected) "Underground Is My Home," (King Street Sounds), "Touched the Sky" (King Street Sounds), “Transitions” (King Street Sounds), “P 2 Da J” (Defected),  “Sinfonia Della Notte” (Strictly Rhythm), “Hey Hey” (Objektivity), “Red Room” (Objektivity), “Underground” Nick Curly – Dennis Ferrer Remix (Defected), to name a few, have all been huge dance floor anthems and all show a different side of the Ferrer personality as well as his impressive range as producer and remixer.

Ferrer has brought his ‘anything goes’ approach to his label, Objektivity.  Celebrating its 8th anniversary in 2014, the imprint has thus far focused itself on vocals, featuring often unlikely turns from indie heroes like Ane Brun and Télépopmusik. Low slung and deep, Objektivity is a cutting-edge label in touch with its time, putting a uniquely American spin on the deep house revival that is currently making waves in Europe. Objektivity is a living, breathing thing - one that's set to drop bombs on the dance floor for years to come.

While Ferrer closes out 2013 with “Mind Ur Step” (Defected), “Mind Ur Dub” (Objektivity) and a remix of Coyu - “Salvation” (Noir Music), the best is yet to come. With a deep knowledge of the past and a constant push for the future, Ferrer remains one of the true greats of house music - a leader and innovator whose enjoying the buzz around him but keeping on pushing the limits. Stay tuned.

Dj Bookings: jennifer.hammel@caa.com
Management: info@yorubasoul.coom

Worldwide Bookings: David at Constellate Talent - do@constellatetalent.com

Jimpster: The UK House craftsman shaping soundscapes with soul and subtlety

If you’ve ever lost yourself in the smooth, rolling rhythms of deep house, you’ve probably had Jimpster to thank without even knowing it.  Behind the decks, in the studio, or even just in the groove of his own life, Jimpster—aka Jamie Odell—is one of the quiet yet crucial architects of the genre, a producer who’s somehow managed to keep his sound fresh while paying homage to house music’s roots.  With releases stretching back to the early 90's, Jimpster’s sonic journey has evolved from the cut n paste, sample-heavy bedroom productions of his early releases to the deep house anthems he’s known for today.  He’s the artist who’s mastered the art of organic warmth, blending digital precision with analog textures in ways that sound both timeless and ahead of their time.  His music often draws from a deep well of influences: jazz, funk, soul, electro and even ambient textures—but it’s always tethered to the dancefloor.  He’s the kind of producer who can make a sub-bass rumble feel like a heartbeat while surrounding it with lush, atmospheric synths and intricate percussion that push his tracks into a hypnotic, almost meditative space.

Jimpster's discography is packed with both original tracks and remixes that make you move without even realising it: there’s the spaced-out, trippy disco allure of “English Rose”, the groove-heavy slo-mo swagger of “The Sun Comes Up” (which is basically the soundtrack to *that* sunset), and let’s not forget the timeless “Dangly Panther.”  Each track feels like a wave—a smooth ride that pulls you along effortlessly but leaves you wanting more.  His remix of Osunlade’s Momma’s Groove has become iconic but he has also offered his golden touch to artists as diverse as Seal, Bob Marley, Kerri Chandler, Josh Wink and Adam Port to name just a few.

But Jimpster’s influence doesn’t just stay in the studio.  As a DJ, his sets are like a carefully curated journey, blending stripped back disco, underground house and the more soulful end of techno into smooth, liquid transitions that captivate without ever feeling rushed.  Whether he’s playing an intimate, low-key club night or a larger festival stage, his mixes retain a sense of control—an ability to weave a narrative out of tempo, tone and texture, always keeping the dancefloor locked in.  From Panorama Bar (Berlin) to Cielo (NYC), Womb (Tokyo) to Fabric (London), Jimpster has pretty much span there and returned with the T shirt.

As co-founder and A&R of Freerange, Delusions Of Grandeur and most recently Cyphon Recordings, he’s helped nurture an entire generation of producers, sharing his deep understanding of groove and sound design with those who came after him.  Despite his three decades in the business and pivotal role in shaping the electronic music landscape, Jimpster remains relentlessly focused on who, or what, will come next, as excited as ever by discovering the freshest new talent and sounds to expose to the world.

Jimpster’s music is a reflection of his unrelenting pursuit of musical depth in club music.  A balance between nostalgic warmth and forward-focussed vision that continues to captivate listeners and dancers alike. For him, it’s not about creating music for the moment, but building sounds that resonate over time, long after the track has finished playing.

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