INTERVIEWS – Page 11

Oct232012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Andain

[wp_ad_camp_2] Andain began as an experimental, electronica group in 2000. Singer/song-writer, Mavie Marcos, grew up performing in the theatre and studied classical voice in college. Her musical interests led her to play in acoustic bands until she moved to San Francisco in 1999. During that time she met, and started writing an album with, producer Josh Gabriel (Gabriel & Dresden) who had studied composition at the California Institute of The Arts and was then working as a burgeoning electronic music producer. Andain's first effort "Summer Calling" was released in 2002 by Black Hole Recordings for their renowned In Search Of Sunrise series. This launched the band's name into instant celebrity in the dance world. Hammarica.com found a spot in their busy schedule for an interview.

Oct222012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarcia.com Daily DJ Interview: Roger Linn

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Technically speaking, Roger Linn is not a DJ. Far from it essentially. Yet his creations are cheered by generations of DJs and other types of musicians. Roger Linn is a designer of high-tech products for musicians. Among his celebrated work we find the legendary Linndrum and Akai MPC 60 drum machines. More recently he released the Tempest drum machine in cooperation with Dave Smith. We're delighted to have him for an interview with us. [wp_ad_camp_1] Roger, the true digital sound and functionality of the LinnDrum (and other contemporaries like the DMX) is absent from newly manufactured hardware units today. Do you think there is a market or possibility of a new, high-end digital drum machine incorporating a similar technology being released in the future? RL: Regar...

Oct192012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Aruna Of Velvetine

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] What will be the vision of Velvetine and how does it set itself apart from your other projects? The whole idea behind the formation of Velvetine was that of musical freedom. As much as Myon & Shane and I loved the music we were making at the time, we felt there was this whole other side of ourselves that we wanted to showcase. Something a bit more sophisticated and elitist, where the rules of club music don't necessarily apply, where it was more a labor of love and self-expression than trying to make a hit per se. Funny that sometimes those releases are the ones that end up being the most successful. [wp_ad_camp_1] How will a Velvetine live performance sound? Will everything be vocal, or do you guys leave room for each other where there will be instrumental par

Oct182012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Seattle Favorite Marq

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[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] You are a trance DJ and producer from the US. Dubstep and electro seem to gain a lot of momentum Stateside, but trance still has its loyal following. How would you describe the current US trance scene? Dubstep & Electro have definitely taken center stage in a lot of ways in the US; it’s a good thing that more people are getting exposed to EDM. I think what makes trance so timeless is the emphasis on harmony & melody that is often lacking in other genres; so once people start looking for something deeper in the music, trance will be there waiting. Look at acts like Porter Robinson, his track Language, it is very trance influenced. I think people will grow into trance once given time & exposure. I think every market in the US is unique, it’

Oct172012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Octave One

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[wp_ad_camp_2] The Burden Brothers also known as Octave One have been rocking the international techno scene with their stunning live performances for many years. Aside of that they're known for their label 430 West which released classics such as their own Blackwater and DJ Rolando's Knight Of The Jaguar. We are delighted to have them for an interview at Hammarica.com We saw you perform live at this year's Decibel Festival. A lot of the times when "live performance" is mentioned in combination with a dance music act, we envision an artist with a laptop and some kind of controller. In your case however - like Carl Craig mentioned at Decibel - you take the whole pro audio department of Guitar Center with you on the road. Can you describe the fun and kick you get from performing live

Oct162012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview : 303lover Luigi Rocca

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[wp_ad_camp_2] This self-made producer runs three of the most exciting record labels to emerge from Italy in the past 10 years - Hotfingers, Tuamotu and 303Lovers – alongside Manuel De La Mare and Alex Kenji. He managed to forge a successful career traveling the world performing at some of the planets most renowned and best-loved parties, where his unrivaled dexterity behind the CDJs has led to repeat bookings throughout Europe, North and South America. Hammarica.com welcomes LUIGI ROCCA!! You are known for producing a great amount of records in various genres. They range from house, to techno and to tech house. If there is one specific trademark to your sound, what would you say that is? [wp_ad_camp_1] I think the use of percussions is what can connect my sound trough all the ge

Oct102012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Jochem Hamerling

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Dutch born Jochem Hamerling moved to the USA to complete high school at Plainfield South. Witnessing Chicago house legends like Derrick Carter and Paul Johnson. He was 100% sold from that moment on. When he returned home after graduating he hit the ground running, playing more clubs and producing more music, which resulted in his first record deals. With releases out on labels like Black Hole, Dirty Soul, Zouk Recordings and Abzolut Records, we are delighted to have him for an exclusive at Hammarica.com Do you keep pets and are they allowed in your studio? I don't have pets. but when I do they can all help me produce new music! =] [wp_ad_camp_1] What is the longest time you consecutively spent working in the studio on a track? I think an entire day. The track

Oct52012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Romanian Mr. Pit

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Better known to his family and friends as Adrian Ivan, it’s under the assumed name of Mr Pit that he’s spent the last 5 years delivering one block-rocking track after another to the world’s trance floors. Markus Schulz is one of his biggest fans. Therefore, we are happy to have Mr. Pit featured in our series of daily DJ interviews at Hammarica.com! [wp_ad_camp_1] If you could describe your style with 3 words, what would these be? Naughty, Energic, Melodic How will trance sound 5 years from now? Only the time can tell for sure, but my suppose is that the actual trance music sound will morph into an even more club sound rather than one for listening at home. Is there any special collab coming up with Markus Schulz? Our recent collab "Push The Button" has

Oct32012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Prolific Producer Alex Fisher Exclusive Interview

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Alex Fisher currently has productions out on labels like High Contrast, Reset, Spinnin, Fraction, Fektive, Future Focus and more. Time for a chat with this guy! In a few words, could you describe your style? I would describe it as a mix of House, Techtrance and Trance with influences from “the early days”. [wp_ad_camp_1] Is EDM the new Rock n Roll? I believe it is. DJ/producers are the new Beatles or Rolling Stones. Certainly after EDM has crossed over to The States. This opens up a door to a massive new audience. And because of social media like Facebook and Twitter, tracks can gain attention in very little time. If you could put one non-famous person in the spotlight who means a lot to you, other than you direct family or friends, who would that be and

Oct12012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Into The Night – 4 Strings Exclusive Interview

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[wp_ad_camp_2] Many people know you for your classic Into The Night. Does that track still give you goosebumps when you play it? JAN: Most people are more familiar with the vocal version ‘Take Me Away’ and it definitely never gets old to play! People request this song at every show I play at :-) If I hear a nice remix/bootleg somewhere, I will play them in my sets. What is your current top 5 of record labels for recurring quality releases? JAN: Monster Recordings, Crystal Source Recordings, Enhanced Recordings, ZOUK Recordings, Armind. [wp_ad_camp_1] Nike or Adidas? JAN: Adidas Your secret for making killer trance leads? CARLO: it’s all about the feeling and combination of sounds together, and only go for the best melody. What's the worst thing that ever

Sep302012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Seattle’s Guardian Of Bass – Jameson Just Exclusive Interview

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[wp_ad_camp_2] You've been on the forefront of the NW EDM scene for quite a while and always kept your ears open for multiple genres. You are known as a skilled tech house DJ, but more recently you have a lot of success with Booty and Trap music. What caught your interest in the Trap style? I have some background in hip hop, Chicago ghetto house, and booty music, so it was a natural progression when I discovered trap. It's 140bpm+ so it was right up my alley. You have released a number of successful mixtapes named Booty By The Pound. Are you planning on doing a recurring podcast and/or radio show in the future, or are you happy with releasing a single mix every so often? Naw, no radio shows for me. A podcast would be cool but I never have the time to really set one up and ke...

Sep242012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Q&A With Swedish Top DJ Bjorn Akesson

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[wp_ad_camp_2] His remixes are in high demand by top DJs ranging from W&W, Darren Tate and RAM to Orjan Nilsen. All his releases have been widely supported by all the top DJ’s including Armin van Buuren, Andy Moor, Tiesto and Markus Schulz and featured heavily on all their CD compilations, over 50 to date. High time for a Hammarica.com Q&A with the DJ from Sweden! [wp_ad_camp_1] If you could describe you music in three words, what would you call it? Melodic Electro Deserts. Describe a real-life situation that inspired you. Might sound very cliche, but breaking up with a girl has been a good one. The ability to use feelings and transform them into music is essential for me. Name something you love, and why. I love exercising, it’s important to be healthy these

Sep222012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Q&A With Italian DJ & Producer Fabio XB

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[wp_ad_camp_2] A music geek from an early age on, it seems that Italian producer Fabio Carrara was destined to end up in the music industry. In 2007, it was Fabio’s ‘Touch The Sun’, remixes by Rank 1 and Duende, that became one of the most played trance tracks in the clubs, on radio shows, top seller on several online portals and a favourite of the DJ elite. ‘Universe Inside’ and ‘Off The World’ both became solid favourites of the crowd. Later on he successfully signed with Armada Music. High time for a Q&A with Hammarica.com! [wp_ad_camp_1] What made you decide to start with music production? I started very young (I play the piano since I was born) You got two new releases out. One on A State Of Trance and the other on Digital Society. Could you tell us a bit more about t

Sep212012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

The Queen Of Trance: Kristina Sky Exclusive Interview

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] What's the latest news about your productions? It's been a very busy summer with gigs so I was on a bit of a break from studio, but this fall/winter I find my way back in to finish a few projects I'm really excited about. 2013 is looking to be a good one! What has been going on gig-wise with you this summer? There's been so many memorable gigs this summer, from ASOT550 Den Bosch, to EDC Vegas, to big dates at Avalon (Giant) and Exchange LA, Marquee Dayclub LV, to debuts in San Jose, NYC and more. It's been a blast and an honor! You had a little scuff with an airliner? What happened? And which airliner would you recommend as a touring DJ? Haha yeah, that was um… interesting! Coming back from a gig, our flight attendant was being a bully, and when I stood u

Sep182012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

DJ Richard Durand VS Hammarica.com – An Exclusive Interview

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[wp_ad_camp_2] This year you pleasantly surprised a lot of people with your Richard Durand VS The World concept. With this concept you give out the stems of your music for people from around to work on. How did you enjoy all the entries so far and did you notice any differences in approach when you listened to various entries from different continents? True differences related to the continents entries came from were absent in my opinion, but it is a pleasure to listen to them. Because whether they are good or not too great, they all surprise. And the collaborations I had and that are still on the schedule are great. You learn from each other; everyone has their own way of working which can be very inspiring. The covers for the Richard Durand VS The World releases feature yourse...