Monday, September 20, 2010

Aly & Fila

Aly & Fila
Since their burst onto the international clubbing consciousness with their massive hit “Eye of Horus” back in 2003, they have been a full-on inspiration to clubbers and DJs alike. Their euphoric, uplifting blend of sweeping trance has seen them rise to an A-list status alongside the likes of Armin Van Buuren, Blank & Jones, Ferry Corsten and many more.
At the forefront of the next generation of dance music superstars, they’ve already broken through the worldwide clubbing spectrum. Tracks released on such as “Eye of Horus”, “Spirit of Ka”, “A Dream Of Peace”, “Ankh – Breath of Life” and “Thebes” have earned them worldwide critical acclaim from the press and fellow artists. Their remix work in 2007 alone is staggering, putting their touch to tracks like “Whatever – Lost Witness vs Sassot”, “Why – FKN* ft Jahala”, “Tears of Hope – Deems” and many more.
2008 also saw a huge surge on the production side, which started early in the year when Aly & Fila mixed the massive “Trance World 2 Compilation” on heavyweight record label Armada. Their production and remix schedule showed no signs of letting up, as they not only released an impressive array of huge tunes on “Offshore Music”, but also applied their masterful remix skills to a number of high profile hits and artists.
As 2008 headed to a close, Aly & Fila continued their assault on the dance music scene, sweeping nominations and highly respectable positions in the biggest dance music polls worldwide. They were the 3rd highest new entry in the 2008 DJ Mag Awards as they reached the #31 position, up 80 places from 2007. Ranking #12 in Trance Addicts top 250 Poll. Voted one of the top remixers of the year at the 2008 Trance awards, and currently sit in the top 40 position at the world’s largest DJ Poll, DJList.com.
2009 also started at a rapid pace on the awards side, with Aly & Fila being nominated for Best Break Through DJ at the 2009 International Music Awards at the Winter Conference in Miami, alongside Deadmau5 and Laidback Luke.
As we entered 2009, the productions came at us thick and fast, with remixes and originals released on their own record label Future Sound of Egypt Recordings. With touring every week to the biggest events worldwide such as Trance Energy, Trance Energy tour of Australia, A State of Trance 400 with Armin Van Buuren for 3rd year in row, A State of Trance @ Amnesia, Ibiza, tours of America,  South America, Europe all in 2009 saw their following and profile raise again. 2009 has come to a close with again amazing success in the DJ Polls. In DJ Mag Top 100 2009 Aly & Fila climbed 9 places to #22, and are also #12 in the Trance Addict Top 250 DJ Poll.
They have also become widely renowned for their energetic, live performances, which has enhanced their all round appeal to audiences around the globe. Having played at most major festivals, nightclubs and events the electronic music scene has to offer, Aly & Fila continue to take on the world, one party at a time.
2009 year has also seen the launch of their own label “The Future Sounds of Egypt”, (a sub label of “Offshore Music”) and will not only feature their own productions, but will also make way for some up and coming new talent, that the duo will introduce to the world.
2010  has already started with a bang with heavy tour schedule including Armin Van Buuren A State of Trance 450 Event for 4th year in row, headlining The Gallery @ Ministry of Sound, tour of India,  Dance Planet Russia, Bangkok, Finland, Prague, Estonia, Intuition Holland, Canada, Los Angeles and a tour of United States of America to follow in April
Also 2010 has seen Aly & Fila and Future Sound of Egypt Record Label have joined Armada Music. The debut artist Album of Aly & Fila will be out on Future Sound of Egypt Recordings on Armada Music on May 31st 2010
When you consider all they’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time, and have rallied the support of some of the biggest names in dance music such as Armin Van Buuren, have played at some of the most prestigious events and venues across the world, and continue to release, track after track, remix after remix, there’s no telling where this duo will end up.
So make sure to catch Aly & Fila live whenever you get a chance, or tune into their “Future Sounds of Egypt” radio show every week please check out the FM Stations they are on www.alyandfila.com/fsoe.php



Alexander Popov

Alexander Popov

The world is watching Alexander Popov.
The global dance scene keeps its eyes and ears open to this Russian DJ/Producer, up and coming with a distinctive sound that finds itself within progressive, house and trance. Blending these styles, he’s left his mark upon the scene with tracks such as ‘Vapour Trails’, ‘Awakening’, ‘Time After Time’, ‘Everest’ and ‘Metropolis’.
Alexander discovered a passion for music in his early childhood and eventually found his way into it by following music school. After graduating with honor, he stumbled across a new kind of music. It were the electronic beats of EDM that got his interest. It didn’t take long before he would start dj’ing and organizing parties, and stepped things up by creating his own sounds.
Part of a new breed of Russian producer/DJ’s, Alexander Popov stands out with a renewing sound, top notch releases at various big labels and DJ gigs all across Russia. Keep a close eye on this talent, cause he’s planning to take things to a different level, with new track, remixes and a complete artist album in the pipeline.


Andy Moor

Andy Moor

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Grammy-nominated Andy Moor is an icon in the electronic dance music industry. Undeniably one of the most respected producers in the genre whose substantial talents and work ethos have earned him a catalogue of accolades. Recently nominated for the 2009 DJ Awards, Andy is currently rapidly scaling the DJ Mag’s Top 100 @ 15th. Named Best Trance Producer and Best Trance Track at the 2004 Trance Awards, Best Dance Record at the 2006 International Dance Music Awards, Andy received his Grammy nod with a magical remix of Delerium-Angelicus in 2008.
Despite his impressive fan base, Andy remains humble and serious about his craft. His producing and remixing magic has already set fire to the work of celestial artists Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne, Paul Oakenfold, Brian Eno, Tiesto, Arthur Baker and Nadia Ali, to name but a few. This follows enthusiastic acclaim for his albums Explorer with Tilt, and Common Ground with Leama & Moor and the highly anticipated artist album due for release in early ‘10.
Andy Moor’s last remix, Nadia Ali – Love Story soared to the climatic #1 spot on Billboard Breakout Chart, the Billboard Dance Chart and Beatport Trance. Not to be outshone, this summer’s collaborations with Ashley Wallbridge on Faces and Stadium Four with Lange are receiving the highest possible acclaim and support from the industry. Up next is the highly anticipated follow up Delerium remix, released on the self-titled album early 2010. A new mix compilation series, Breaking the Silence has just been released on his own record label AVA recordings, capped by a world tour. AVA recordings has gone from strength to strength, beginning life in 2006 to become one of the leading labels in the scene today.
A landmark on the tour scene, Andy mesmerizes clamoring EDM fans with his technical ability, turntable skills and creativity. Mixing with a white-hot sense and individual style, it’s not difficult to understand why Moor’s talent is so much in demand. Moor Music Podcast, Andy’s iTunes-available radio show, defines the essence of EDM with a cult following responsible for more than 150,000 downloads per episode.
Moor began his journey at an early age. At five he mastered his first piano piece. Six additional musical instruments by the age of eleven, he later spun his first record at the age of thirteen. Twenty-one saw him dominating stages the world over and now at the experienced age of twenty-nine, he is considered a veteran in the industry. Humility and raw talent have proven an undeniable attraction to fans and novices alike. His work is identifiable and his ethic authentic. Andy Moor’s future is definitively unlimited.

http://www.armadamusic.com/artist/andy-moor/

Giuseppe Ottaviani - Danceology / Lightwaves

Giuseppe Ottaviani - Danceology / Lightwaves 
 
A member of the VANDIT family since the early days and having indulged us with the finest trance music for the past decade, we find Italian producer Giuseppe Ottaviani ready to hit with a new EP. His days as part of the unforgettable, legendary Nu NRG duo have long made way for a successful solo path in music. Giuseppe's live sets and tracks have wowed crowds across the globe, pleasing all things trance.
The new Ottaviani double pack of 'Danceology' and 'Lightwaves' joins the broad range of music in his discography. With a euphoric and uplifting build-up, 'Danceology' wears the true Ottaviani tag, ready to madden crowds. 'Lightwaves' is a lively and melodic prog-trancer, touching the deeper edge of Giuseppe's producing faculty.
Support by:
Markus Schulz, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, Ashley Wallbridge, Robert Nickson, Signum, Sean Tyas, Orjan Nilsen, David Forbes, Jorn van Deynhoven, W&W, Alex M.O.R.P.H., Greg Downey, Ernesto vs. Bastian, Greg Downey
Tracklist:
  1. Danceology (Original Mix) (06:33)
  2. Lightwaves (Original Mix) (07:19)
http://www.armadamusic.com/music/?release=VAN2006 

Armin van Buuren - Mirage

Armin van Buuren - Mirage

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It’s the album the entire dance scene has been waiting for. After months of hard work and creativity, the number one DJ in the world delivers his fourth artist album. Armin van Buuren is proud to present to you: ‘Mirage’. Armin:“Mirage has been the biggest project I’ve ever worked on. There’s so many hours in this. Work started two years ago when I actually built a completely new studio for this project. Many new techniques were used and most of all I had so much fun creating this with the many people that are involved. It was a journey, an epic one!”

‘76’, ‘Shivers’ and ‘Imagine’ are still etched in memory of millions of dance music lovers. Fresh memories will be made as soon as the album hits stores on September 10th 2010. ‘Mirage’ reveals a side of Armin his fans haven’t heard yet and takes in its listeners with new and surprising collaborations. Within the 2 years of endless jamming and producing, Armin invited artists like Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Ferry Corsten, BT, Nadia Ali, Guy Chambers, Christian Burns and Adam Young of Owl City into his studio.
As the first single of the album, Armin chose ‘Full Focus’, an instrumental track set to fill arenas, clubs and scorch across the festival terrains set up for the summer of 2010. Armin:“The first track of the album has been a sure shot in my sets for quite a while now. I decided to come back with an instrumental trancer right before summer and all the big festivals. Half of my new album will be instrumental trance, but with the sound of 2010.”
Right after summer, it’s time for the full ‘Mirage’ album to take over. Inspired and influenced by many different types of music, ‘Mirage’ is more diverse than any other Armin album before. His collaboration with Sophie Ellis-Bextor, ‘Not Giving Up On Love’ is a perfect example of that, combining the best of both worlds. Armin:“The Nervo Sisters, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and me met up to write the vocals for ‘Not Giving Up On Love’. I was thrilled to work with them on this. We gave it a more analog feel with some real drums, to give it a pop-rock feel. We also put a piano top line on the track and then the vocals of Sophie, which I think is a win. It’s a lush summer tune with an epic vocal that gets stuck in your head and cheers you up!”
‘Mirage’ is filled with musical fusions and surprising interpretations, from the orchestral masterpiece of title track ‘Mirage’, deep trance track ‘I Don’t Own You’ and housy ‘Feels So Good’ to the eerie ‘Take A Moment’ and feel-good ‘Drowning’. 16 tracks that highlight how Armin has matured as an artist.
Order the CD via ArmadaShop.com.

Note:Track 17-18-19-20-21 are available through iTunes only. 
 
Tracklist:
  1. Armin van Buuren feat. Susana - Desiderium 207 (Album Version) (02:08)
  2. Armin van Buuren - Mirage (Album Version) (06:41)
  3. Armin van Buuren feat. Christian Burns - This Light Between Us (Album Version) (05:09)
  4. Armin van Buuren vs Sophie Ellis Bextor - Not Giving Up On Love (Album Version) (02:53)
  5. Armin van Buuren - I Don't Own You (Album Version) (06:45)
  6. Armin van Buuren - Full Focus (Album Version) (04:22)
  7. Armin van Buuren feat. Winter Kills - Take A Moment (Album Version) (05:02)
  8. Armin van Buuren feat. Nadia Ali - Feels So Good (Album Version) (03:58)
  9. Armin van Buuren feat. Sophie - Virtual Friend (Album Version) (07:11)
  10. Armin van Buuren feat. Laura V - Drowning (Album Version) (02:44)
  11. Armin van Buuren feat. Ana Criado - Down To Love (Album Version) (04:15)
  12. Armin van Buuren - Coming Home (Album Version) (06:20)
  13. Armin van Buuren feat. BT - These Silent Hearts (Album Version) (05:48)
  14. Armin van Buuren - Orbion (Album Version) (05:17)
  15. Armin van Buuren vs Ferry Corsten - Minack (Album Version) (06:43)
  16. Armin van Buuren feat. Adam Young - Youtopia (Album Version) (03:59)
  17. Armin van Buuren feat. Fiora - Breathe In Deep (Album Version [Bonus Track]) (06:09)
  18. Armin van Buuren feat. VanVelzen - Take Me Where I Wanna Go (Album Version [Bonus Track]) (07:20)
  19. Armin van Buuren feat. Cathy Burton - I Surrender (Album Version [Bonus Track]) (08:05)
  20. Armin van Buuren feat. Jessie Morgan - Love Too Hard (Album Version [Bonus Track]) (07:17)
  21. Armin van Buuren feat. Sophie - Virtual Friend (Acoustic Mix [Bonus Track]) (03:54)
http://www.armadamusic.com/music/?release=ARDI1688

Music video of DJ’s United – Remember Love online

 Music video of DJ’s United – Remember Love online

http://www.armadamusic.com/news/2010/09/music-video-of-djs-united-remember-love-online/





September 13th, 2010

Premiered during Berlin’s ‘We Are One’ event, the music video of the Loveparade homage ‘Remember Love’ is now online. The full proceeds of the anthem, a collaboration of Paul Oakenfold, Armin van Buuren and Paul van Dyk, will go to charity to help support the victims family members, persons injured and remember the spirit of the famed dance event.
Check the music video on YouTube and download the track on Beatport.

Embassy Playground 2010 !






 

GARETH EMERY
STEVE AOKI



 JAKARTA, INDONESIA.

The most anticipated feature for 2nd October 2010 is an audio-visual experience combined with DJs, bands, unique musicians and the impressive Godskitchen Boombox. Joining us this year are artistes as diverse as MYLO (DJ Set),  legendary British-Pop band The Lightning Seeds, House music diva Crystal Waters, Electro superstar Steve Aoki, upcoming Dim Mark artiste live duo Motor, Trance and Techno kings Gareth Emery, Joris Voorn, and uber-exciting party starters The Cuban Brothers, along with Indonesia’s Remy Irwan, Anton Wirjono, DJ Hogi, LTN, Adit (RNRM), Angger Dimas, Mahesa Utara, Mike’s, The Alastair and Bayu Risa.
JORIS VOORN

Mark The Cobrasnake, the world renown party photographer, will also make his appearance on grounds for his collection in his famed photo-blog. So get your festival costumes ready!

To live up to its namesake of being a real playground, the festival has added highlights including that of sideshows, games, and totally new in 2010, a night market, and fun rides, all on a bustling fairground that resembles an amusement park!


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CRYSTAL WATERS

THE LIGHTNING SEEDS
MYLO
MOTOR
After over a year of planning…’The Godskitchen Boombox’ was revealed… as a unique architectural, multimedia, visual and music event concept.
The phenomenal structure was designed by the founders of Exyzt; the Parisian based design collective commonly known as the pioneers of structural projection and responsible for numerous art and cultural design installations across Europe. At 16 meters wide, 8 meters high, and 6 meters depp, the design of the structure combined with the bespoke projection technology combine with hidden lighting and special visual effects to create a stunning and unique immersive visual show incorporating three dimensional graphichs mixed with real time video footage to create the unique Godskitchen Boombox visual show.
Since its inception in early 2009, The Godskitchen Boombox has wowed crowds and made waves across the world with tours in Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Russia, Australia, South Africa and its UK debut at Global Gathering. DJs such as Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk, David Guetta, Above & Beyond, Markus Schulz, Eric Prydz, and John Dahlback are a few that have taken the Boombox, with number 9 DJ in the world Gareth Emery seeing his return in it at Surya Slims Stage Playground Festival 2010 after helping to launch the Boombox in Ukraine, this time with the help of Dutch Techno Star Joris Voorn!
GODSKITCHEN'S BOOMBOX






http://www.embassyplayground.com/PG2010/?page=home

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