Beware the beast...

Artwork by Stephanie Judd
Mastered by Sam Todhunter @silverbag

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2023-12-05
The 82nd episode of Virtual State on Castlemaine's 94.9 mainFM, featuring special guest Dave Machine, hot off the heels of his latest release, Sunken Clouds, for Melbourne's Delight Records.

In this interview Dave discusses the importance of community in music making, hardware/software integration, how to make a killer groove, the use of AI tools, and plenty more!

His new EP Sunken Clouds packs a serious punch and features three original tracks and three remixes contributed by fellow Melbourne-based artists.

Listen back to the full episode at https://www.mixcloud.com/Virtual_State_Radio/virtual-state-082/

Listen to Dave Machine's work on SoundCloud:
@davemachine
@delightlabel
And elsewhere:
https://davemachine.bandcamp.com/
https://www.mixcloud.com/davemachine25/
https://asoundsoserene.substack.com/

Check out Dave's hot tip, Akousmatikous by Salami Rose Joe Louis [Brainfeeder] - a stunning collection of jazz-inflected synth-heavy bedroom pop:
https://salamirosejoelouismusic.bandcamp.com/album/akousmatikous

Virtual State

Virtual State #082: Dave Machine Interview

Artwork by Stephanie Judd
Mastered by Clément Sevestre

i can't spell rythythm

Area 3000 Radio founder Sindy speaks to Zak Degenhardt. You may be familiar with Zak’s productions and DJ performances under the moniker Cassettes For Kids. However, very recently, Zak announced a rebrand as Wretla.

Zak’s distinctive fusion of nostalgic rave, house, and breaks quickly propelled him to the forefront of the Australian dance music scene. Renowned for his genre-spanning music and electrifying performances, he injects high energy into every track and set, engaging audiences with a seamless blend of eclectic sounds that range from house and techno to disco, DNB, garage, and beyond.

Zak has made a name for himself not only through his productions but also through his memorable DJ sets. These include sold-out shows at venues like Xe54 and Lost Sundays and standout appearances on platforms such as Boiler Room, where his set was highlighted as one of the "Top Moments of 2021."

Beyond his role as a performer and producer, Zak is deeply involved in the music community as a curator and collaborator. He is committed to promoting emerging talent and exploring new possibilities in electronic music, influencing the genre's evolution and actively shaping the sound of the scene.

Area 3000 Interview with Wretla (FKA Cassettes For Kids)

Leeds based duo Soul Mass Transit System conjure up a heady mix of Speed Garage, 2-Step and eyes-down Niche pressure for this weeks SYSTEM mix.

SYSTEM Mix 041: Soul Mass Transit System

Virtual State is a weekly radio show hosted by Joel Pearson on Castlemaine's 94.9 mainFM, Tuesdays from 8-10pm - playing the best new sounds from right across the electronic music spectrum, including electro, house, techno, dub, jungle, drum & bass, dubstep, grime, juke, hip-hop, ambient and experimental music.

Virtual State #082: Dave Machine Interview

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