I can’t believe it, but it has been five years since I released my first all-breaks promo mix. It launched a couple solid years of bookings and raging headaches.
I still think it’s one of my best mixes. This also has made me realize that it’s been almost 3 years since I’ve released an actual demo.
Talk about dedication to one’s chosen field. Man, I suck.
Anyway, here is May Live Mix, from May 2005. May the fourth be with you.
-Ed 209 – Infectious (Distortionz Remix)
-Simon Paul – The 10/40 Window
-Insiders – Drums in the deep
-Beauty School – Beatbox baby
-Santos – Sabot (Evil Nine Remix)
-Move Ya & Steve Lavers – Rock Me
-T Power feat. Blade – Dangerous (Aquasky and Masterblaster Remix)
-Control Z – Badman
-Jay Cunning – Bad Man
-Dee Patton – Who’s Da Bad Man (Breakers Remix)
-Ed Solo and Skool of Thought – Hold Up
-Alter Ego – Rocker (Stanton Warriors Remix)
-Felix da Housecat feat. Miss Kittin – Silver Screen Shower Scene Remix
-Sensi Allstars – Give It To Em
-Taishan – Black Mamba Funk (Move Ya & Steve Lavers vocal remix)
-Gusto’s Groove
-Bass Kleph – Fuckin’ the Groove
Just a song for a Thursday afternoon. My good friend Jen just passed it on to brighten my day. Dubby and atmospheric. Love the back end and the floaty synth lead.
The crispy drums are simple, but mad pretty. The shake carries the song from bit to bit very nicely.
In my last post, I mentioned Odissi’s Dirty Secrets, a dancefloor killer out recently on lot49.
I seriously suggest giving this one a listen from both sides of the DJ booth. It’s got a huge grinding lead, funky lopsided bass, a filthy little vocal, and the right amount of pep in the hats to keep the kids moving. Sweeping synth monsters and dangerous change-ups keep you guessing and there is nothing to be said for the way the breakdown comes alive with the effected guitars.
The remixes offered by Hedflux and Dyno and not to be overlooked. Hedflux brings his breaks flavour and a nasty cowbell, while the Dyno dub is techno that rides a thick percussion section and a muddy filtered bassline. The synth stabs and effected guitars work to give the song depth and dimension.
At least it feels a lot like it. It doesn’t feel like I’m living my own, right now. It’s weird, but it’s good. Let’s take a look.
I’ll be done this round of school in just two weeks. I can’t believe how fast this term flew by. I feel like I just bought my uniform last week.
I’m currently looking for somewhere to live in Little Italy or the Annex, and not having much luck. Admittedly, my efforts are only half-hearted, as I’ve got a place to stay until at least June.
I have been in talks with a local business owner that I admire and will likely be starting to work for him soon. Two jobs may kill me, but it’s more likely to only make me stronger.
I have been neglecting my music again, but hope to start making more noise when I’m not focusing on school anymore.
Thanks for tuning in. Join us next week to see where our hero ends up next.
Also, there will be more music talk in here, later this week.
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The remixes offered by Hedflux and Dyno and not to be overlooked. Hedflux brings his breaks flavour and a nasty cowbell, while the Dyno dub is techno that rides a thick percussion section and a muddy filtered bassline. The synth stabs and effected guitars work to give the song depth and dimension.