Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: REID SPEED

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[wp_ad_camp_2] From her start at legendary NYC drum & bass store/label Breakbeat Science to founding her own labels Play Me Records and Play Me Too, REID SPEED has remained a fan favorite DJ, a chart topping producer, and has been an instrumental pioneer of the North American Bass Music sound. With her keen ear, Play Me has become a launchpad for more hot new artists than any other label of its kind, helping to kickstart the careers of the likes of Dillon Francis, Figure, Bare, J. Rabbit, RUN DMT, Cyberoptics,…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: DIGITAL LAB

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Strands of sound entwine in order to make bodies move and shake. It’s a simple principal that extends from the atoms themselves all the way to the people on the dance floor. Jared Matos a.k.a. Digital LAB remains something of a sonic scientist in his own right. The Miami-based DJ and producer mixes house, progressive, and electro into an irresistible and intoxicating blend. Now, he might just make clubs everywhere explode… [wp_ad_camp_1] Describe the Digital Lab style Stylistically, its a mixture of progressive and minimal music, with a wide…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: VICTOR SAVELLE

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Victor Savelle is the to-go-to guy for everything nightlife in Las Vegas. He and his team are responsible for EDMNightlife.com – the portal that reports on the scene in Las Vegas with video reports, a lively blog.. and recently a management company! For us all the more reason to catch up with him! [wp_ad_camp_1] Tell us when EDM Nightlife started and the idea behind it. We started pre-production in August of 2011 in a private studio, recorded 19 interviews with Las Vegas resident DJs to get a good idea…

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BREAKING NEWS: KORG RELEASES VOLCA SERIES!

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[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Three true-analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers to generate the ultimate analog leads, basses, and rhythms Following in the footsteps of the monotron, monotribe, and MS-20 Mini analog synthesizers, Korg announces the volca series. volca is a new lineup of EDM production tools comprised of three distinct models: the volca Keys lead synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the volca Beats rhythm machine. These powerful and fun-to-use true-analog devices deliver a diverse array of fat sounds that can be obtained only from an analog synthesizer. Each is also equipped…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: GEORGE ACOSTA

[wp_ad_camp_2] All great music reaches into your very soul, captures the mind and touches the heart. It can tell a story, take you on an incredible journey and target many different types of emotions. Music such as this can only come from the hard work of a great artist, an artist such as George Acosta. With over 20+ years of experiences as a DJ and Producer, George can certainly be considered a driving force in the dance music industry. [wp_ad_camp_1] Some people might not be aware, but throughout your career you…

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ARTENTO DIVINI PRESENTS ALL OF YOU

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[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Some people are destined to be on stage. Artento Divini is one of those people. Whenever he is in control of the decks, Artento’s charisma shines throughout the entire venue and his sparkling energy creates an atmosphere suitable for any party minded crowd. Artento Divini has spent more hours in his studio than he did in his bed and working this hard pays off. After a successful release on Marco V’s In Charge label called ‘Drop Off’ (hyped by Armin van Buuren in his ASOT show) Artento teamed…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: XILENT

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Xilent’s first release came in 2009 on Ammunition Recordings ‘Quality Killer EP’ with the track ‘Terminal,’ “one of the biggest tracks of 2009” according to top electronic music store TrackItDown.net. The tune immediately caught the ear of John B, who subsequently released more of Xilent’s music on his Beta Recordings imprint. [wp_ad_camp_1] You exclusively signed with Audioporn. What’s the best thing about the label? They are basically like sort of a second family. I can always rely on the best exposure on whatever I do along with constant support in every way. I…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: JOHN B

[wp_ad_camp_2] With his fondness for eye liner, nail varnish and retro kitsch, JOHN B has become one of the most eclectic and unique individuals in electronic music. His playful stretching of the genre’s elastic over the past ten years has meant he’s been able to work with figureheads from all corners of the scene. From Metalheadz boss Goldie, to legendary global DJ Paul Oakenfold. [wp_ad_camp_1] You embrace a lot of different styles. Should more DJ’s be open to that? I think these days, most successful DJ’s play more than just…

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Seattle’s CHANNEL SURFER Announces NEW ALBUM

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Seattle native, Chris Herrera aka CHANNEL SURFER will be releasing a new full-length artist album. With the working title “Critical Moments”, Channel promises a Trance tour de force including Tech, Vocal, Progressive and even Psy. [wp_ad_camp_1] We can only speculate which of the top-tier labels he works with will put this out. Let us not forget, Chris’s music has appeared on Armin’s ‘Armada”, Oakenfold’s “Perfecto”, Christopher Lawrence’s “Pharmacy”. and of course his own label “Televisionary”. Discover Records seems to be where he is happiest these days with them releasing…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: MARTYPARTY

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[wp_ad_camp_2] MartyParty is a music producer and performer. Born and raised in South Africa and residing in Brooklyn, NY, his music runs the gambit from sexy hip hop to intense dance to dirty dubstep… sometimes pretty and soft, sometimes hard and dirty, but always emotional. [wp_ad_camp_1] You are originally from South Africa. When did you make the move to Brooklyn NY? Hi! Thanks for doing the interview and big up to Hammarica.com! I was born in South Africa and moved to the US when I was 23 – that was…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: NERD RAGE

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[wp_ad_camp_2] NERD RAGE‘s music, hand-in-hand with his stage presence, is loud, aggressive, and right in your face. Never taking himself too seriously, Nerd Rage continues to deliver good vibes whether he’s behind the decks or in front of his computer. The phenom has developed some serious production skills as well as respect throughout the Bass Music community since exploding onto the scene last year, and demonstrates his progress every step of the way. [wp_ad_camp_1] Describe your stage presence when you rock a show I like to bring the full element…

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ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL BREAKS RECORDS

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[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1]  ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL wrapped this past weekend (March 22-24) as its most successful year yet.  Over 330,000 electronic music enthusiasts descended upon downtown Miami’s Bayfront Park to attend the massive event which took place for the first time in its 15 year history over two weekends: March 15-17 and 22-24. ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL will return next year March 28, 29 and 30, 2014.Each of the six days were streamed live over the internet via UMF TV reaching over10,000,000 viewers, making it the largest viewed festival event in the U.S. to date.  Over 200 of the world’s leading DJs and electronic musicians as well as emerging artistsparticipated each weekend. It wouldn’t be ULTRA without…

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FOUNDATION NIGHTCLUB Voted #55th In The World

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[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Foundation Nightclub in Belltown has been voted Number 55 in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs, the most definitive list of clubs that provide the best dance music experience. DJ Mag, the authority and most respected publication in the dance music world, has released the results of its annual Top 100 Clubs poll with Foundation Nightclub ranking for the first time at number 55. Hundreds of thousands of votes have been cast by clubbers, industry experts, and DJs all across the globe, resulting in the definitive collection of nightclubs…

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Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: REVOLVR

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Whether it’s through an irresistible house music hook or propulsive progressive production, the Las Vegas-based REVOLVR specializes in igniting emotions. Hands go up in the air and bodies shake when his fusion of styles pipes through the speakers. Revolvr will make an appearance on The DJ Sessions April 19th. Ahead of that we had an exclusive interview with him. [wp_ad_camp_1] You quit your corporate job for EDM. Do you ever regret it? I haven’t thought of it for a second! The weirdest thing that ever happened during a performance?…

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International Music Summit presents IMS ENGAGE

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[wp_ad_camp_2]   [wp_ad_camp_1] The famed Ibiza summit IMS hosts its first one-day event in America on Wednesday the 17th of April at W Hollywood in Los Angeles, California. After a successful IMS USA Symposium in 2012 at Coachella, IMS is engaging the electronic music world with the wider industries of technology, finance, hip-hop and arts in a one-day event. A series of un-moderated conversations, consisting of seven pairs of speakers, will  address the growing influence and prominence of electronic music in America and beyond. For the past six years in…

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