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Fifty Shades Of Techno: Vol. 4
In case you haven’t been keeping up, MyBeatFix is working its way through 50 shades of techno – in other words, 50 techno labels you should probably get to know (if you haven’t already.)
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The Gallery, the legendary party celebrates 18 Years
It started out as a small weekly at London’s legendary Turnmills (what could be compared to Miami’s Space), often drawing no more than fifty party-goers. Residents and headliners included trance, techno, and progressive house
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Chicane & Ferry Corsten – “One Thousand Suns”
The match between Chicane and Ferry Corsten is pretty much one made in musical heaven. Their co-produced track, “One Thousand Suns,” first released last year to tremendous acclaim from both fans and fellow artists
Read More »Fifty Shades Of Techno: Vol. 3
It’s that time of week again. We’re bringing you the labels 11 through 15, and things are getting kinky. Kompakt: Dubbed by music critic Simon Reynolds as the ”label that’s contributed more than any other to
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Can’t get Deetron “Out Of My Head”
Deep house producer Deetron blew us away with “Crave,” the first single off his forthcoming album. The second single, “Out Of My Head,” recently dropped and it’s as sexy as the Swiss producer himself.
Read More »Fifty Shades of Techno: Vol. 2
Last week I brought you the first five out of fifty techno labels to keep tabs on. Here are five more to keep you fueled and running on beats and bass. Minus (M-Nus): Based in
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Kazantip Republic announces first acts
This year marks Kazantip Republic’s 21st anniversary, making it one of the longest-running musical festivals in the world. The event, which takes place in Crimea on the shores of the Black Sea, is Ibiza
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Armin Van Buuren Dates for ‘Intense’ North American Tour
America’s No. 1 prepares to hit the road again armed with his fifth and highly-anticipated artist album, Intense. Centered around his own personal journey and finding his “light,” the album is a beautifully constructed, well-rounded story
Read More »Fifty Shades of Techno: The First Five
It’s been a while since I first fell down the rabbit hole, so to speak, into the world of pulsating basslines, dark grooves, and artful, innovative soundscapes that is techno. From chic and glimmering Berlin-techno, to
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Dubfire: It’s when you dig deeper that you understand the depth this music has
Iranian-born but raised in D.C., Ali Shirazinia has been frequenting record stores since early in his childhood. Throughout the 90s and early 2000s, he captivated crowds alongside fellow producer Sharam Tayebi. Known collectively as
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Interview: Getting technical with Oxia, Agoria, and Nicolas Masseyeff
The French have given us croissants, the art of French-kissing, and some of the finest talent to grace the underground electronic music scene. Long-time friends and fellow producers Oxia, Agoria and Nicolas Masseyeff are
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Josh Wink releases ‘Balls’ EP after four-year hiatus
You’d think that after a break of nearly four years, any artist would get a little rusty. This is not true for Ovum Records head-honcho Josh Wink, who’s long-awaited Balls EP proves well worth
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Miami still on my mind: Six spots with six different vibes
Treehouse Miami – Underground Haven It’s no longer one of the best kept secrets that Treehouse Miami provides guests with the best in eclectic music and the baddest bass on the beach. All thanks
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Interview: Jay Lumen talks fads and feeling the music
Having spent his childhood years studying at a music conservatory, Jay Lumen got his musical education long before his peers began experimenting with Ableton. It’s that same attention to detail and taste for composition
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Interview: Joseph Capriati talks Caserta, his first rave and international love
For over half a decade, Joseph Capriati has been wowing us with his unique earthy and hot-blooded style of techno. Rhythmic, carnal and undeniably sensual, his music has captured hearts and dance floors around the
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Ibiza International Music Summit speakers, dates and theme announced
The Ibiza International Music Summit is arguably one of the most anticipated events of the year within the EDM community, dubbed “the TED of music conferences,” it provides an opportunity for some of the biggest
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Festival Fashionistas – Where to get your festival wares
You don’t have to plan on raiding all of your nearest Urban Outfitters, Forever 21s, and Party Citys to stock up on neon, tutu-mesh, and fuzzy animal hats this festival season. Quite a number
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Alan Fitzpatrick announces residency at Jaded Afterhours
When we interviewed Alan Fitzpatrick last week, he mentioned the infamous Jaded afterhours parties in London as some of the most emotionally significant with regards to his musical upbringing. We think it’s pretty fitting
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Interview: Alan Fitzpatrick gets deep
There’s something about deep, thrumming beats that just settles under your skin and makes you want to sway. Few know how to create them as Alan Fitzpatrick. His music has found a home on
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