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21:51:00

 


GRAMMY®-nominated producer, DJ, and record label executive, Jax Jones, the 2nd biggest dance artist after Calvin Harris together with 2023 BRIT nominated Calum Scott make a persuasive case for giving a lover a second chance on the contagious, high-energy new single “Whistle,” released via Polydor.

Jax Jones says: “2023 will be a busy year for me; Whistle is just the start. I'm pleased I get to kick things off with a collab from Calum. His vocals are outstanding and bring so much class and emotion to Whistle.

With this run of music, I’m digging into my influences from when I was young and trying to place more of myself, my life, and my inspiration into the creative. That’s why a lot of the songs sound nostalgic and why there are lots of visual nods to my early life. For example, we shot the video for Whistle on my local buses, the 176 and the 363. I'd catch those buses nearly every day, either to my music classes or to help my mum with the shopping.

Using those routes allowed me to show my version of London, such as the multicultural aspects that influenced me musically and make up so much of who I am today. The little boy you see in the video is me. I'm travelling to my music class and I'm helping my mum with the shopping.

By showing these influences I’m exploring the idea of taking things that you grew up with and inserting yourself into them. In doing so, you're taking ownership of those things rather than putting them on a pedestal now that you're older.

I’m excited to share the new music I’ve written and produced. I hope you enjoy Whistle and remember it's just the start.”

Calum Scott says: “So happy to be collaborating with Jax on this record! I remember hearing an early demo of ‘Whistle’ and immediately wanted in with the boys to finish the song and record a vocal! Big fan of Jax as an artist but after hanging out with him and his family, I’m a big fan of him as a person too! Excited for everyone to hear ‘Whistle’!”

The official video for “Whistle” was shot in London on an old bus that Jax used to ride in Elephant & Castle, his local borough. The lives of the sundry passengers unfold as a special motion control (MoCo) camera follows them on their travels from morning until evening. Jax co-directed the video with Charlie Sarsfield (Stormzy, George Ezra).

The hitmaker recently backed the Princess of Wales campaign, supporting the development of young children and increasing the public understanding of the importance of the first five years of a child’s life alongside Fearne Cotton, Giovanna Fletcher and Professor Green.

Global hitmaker Jax enjoyed massive success in 2022 with “Where Did You Go?” a collaboration with GRAMMY® and BRIT-nominated singer, songwriter, and record producer MNEK. The track was the second biggest song of 2022 at UK radio and has amassed over 450 million combined global streams. Billboard noted, “Jones’ production manages both playfulness and soul, with MNEK’s big vocal hook showcasing the incredible shimmer of his voice.”

Calum released his second album, Bridges, which contained the hits “Heaven,” “Biblical,” “Rise” and “If You Ever Change Your Mind.” His collaboration with Lost Frequencies, “Where Are You Now,” closed out 2022 with over one billion combined global streams and attained certifications in numerous countries, including Gold in the U.S. and Platinum in the U.K. The BRIT-nominated song was one of the top 10 UK singles of the year and charted in the top 15 of Billboard’s 2022 Hot Dance/Electronic Songs tally.

Remix by Robin Schulz !!!

Find it here: https://JaxJones.lnk.to/Whistle





Jax Jones & Calum Scott - Whistle (Lyrics)

Baby if we only got tonight
Then I wanna spend it by your side
If you want to give love one last try 
Then put your hand on your heart and whistle

Baby if we only got tonight
Then I wanna spend it by your side
If you want to give love one last try 
Then put your hand on your heart and whistle
And I'll come back to you

Whistle
Whistle 
Put your hand on your heart and whistle

Make it right 
Can I change your mind
I'll do anything 
give me one more try
I'll be there 
If you want me to 
Give me one last chance 
To be there for you 

Baby if we only got tonight
Then I wanna spend it by your side
If you want to give love one last try 
Then put your hand on your heart and whistle
And I'll come back to you

Whistle
Whistle
Put your hand on your heart and whistle
and I'll come back to you 

If you call me now
Running back to you 
If you want me now
I'll be there for you 
Running back to you 
If you want me now
I'll be there for you 

Whistle 
Whistle 
Whistle 
Put your heart on your heart and whistle  

Baby if we only got tonight
Then I wanna spend it by your side
If you want to give love one last try 
Then put your hand on your heart and whistle
And I'll come back to you

Whistle
Whistle 
Put your hand on your heart and whistle
And I'll come back to you


Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Jax Jones is one of the most important hit makers of his generation with superb releases under his belt and many amazing collaborations. For his latest hit Whistle collaborates with the beloved Calum Scott. The original version is playful pop dance track with relaxing vibes for day time clubbing and beach bar summer settings. The whistle melody along with Calum delivering his exceptional performance with his sexy voice makes this an instant hit and ultra favourite anthem. Now on board is coming the one and only German sensation Robin Schulz who injects the original with his pounding drums, energetic basslines, heavy kicks and future rave synths to deliver a harder festival mainstage version that keeps alive the most important original elements and he manages to push it on that higher level. It's already a massive record all over Europe and this remix will do wonders for sure. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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04:46:00

 

Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure. Directed by James Cameron and produced by Cameron and Jon Landau, the Lightstorm Entertainment Production stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang and Kate Winslet. Screenplay by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver. Story by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver & Josh Friedman & Shane Salerno. David Valdes and Richard Baneham serve as the film’s executive producers.


Lyrics

[Verse 1]
I thought I could protect you from paying for my sins
And I been walking this earth long enough that death's a gift (Oh, girl)
Been living this life so patient

[Pre-Chorus]
Until I see you again, it's what we're facin'
I know that if I die my only choice is still defending
No matter what they say
My love for you is greater than their powers and their armies
From above

[Chorus]
You give me strength
I'm with you either way
If I die, if I stay, give me strength
I'm with you either way

Nothing's lost, no more pain
Just give me strength

[Verse 2]
The scars and the wounds
I wear them proud like tattoos
Rеminds me that I lost you
Reminds me that I'll bе living this life so patient

[Pre-Chorus]
Until I see you again, it's what we're facin'
I know that if I die my only choice is still defending
No matter what they say
My love for you is greater than their powers and their armies
From above

[Chorus]
You give me strength
I'm with you either way
If I die, if I stay, give me strength
I'm with you either way
Nothing's lost, no more pain
Just give me strength


Music video by The Weeknd performing Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength) (From "Avatar: The Way of Water"/Soundtrack Version / Lyric Video). © 2022 The Weeknd XO Music ULC under Exclusive License to Republic Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
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06:34:00

 


Label signees already include Melle Brown ft Annie Mac, ESSEL, Alex Adair and more…

Expanding on a year filled with flourishing electronic music releases, Virgin Music UK announces Parachute, a new distribution and artist services arm for dance and electronic artists with crossover appeal, inspired by the original late seventies sounds of Casablanca’s Parachute Records.

The imprint’s first unofficial single Feel About You from rising star Melle Brown and industry pioneer Annie Mac was a certified summer anthem that already boasts radio support from BBC Radio 1 and KISS FM, and two Spotify playlist covers for Fresh Finds Dance and UK House Music. The single also received remixes from DJ Koze and HoneyLuv as well as Sean McCabe wrapping up the remix pack on
4th November.

 





“Having an independent spirit is fundamental to me at this stage in my career as an artist, allowing me to release music with an open mind and experiment whilst developing my sound. Working with a label services team like Virgin Music UK has given me support in the right places, but more importantly, the freedom I need at this stage in my career.” - Melle Brown
Aiming for one release a month, the label will follow up Feel About You with an original single Don’t Walk Away on 21st October from rising star ESSEL, who boasts support from BBC Radio 1 and KISS FM as well as previous releases on Solotoko, Toolroom, Love & Other, Good Company, Sinister Sounds, and more.


‘I am super excited for this one to land on Parachute’ - ESSEL

Parachute’s launch marks Virgin Music UK’s continued effort to represent and expand releases across the dance and electronic music spectrum that has already included releases from the likes of Rain Radio and Alex Adair in addition to alt-electronic releases from Mall Grab, Effy, Mafro, Steel City Dance Discs, and bad tuner on its LG105 imprint. With more releases set to sign, expect Parachute to continue a flourishing release schedule into 2023 and beyond.
‘The growth of dance music over the past year has been undeniable, and at Virgin Music U.K. we’re proud to launch a new choice for artists and producers alike.’ – Vanessa Bosaen, MD Virgin Music UK


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18:20:00


Consistently hailed for his innovative and genre-defying creations, Dutch producer Mason has been carving out a unique route to musical mayhem, and his latest offering comes as no exception. Featuring the bold vocals of London-based collective The Manor, 'Stop Start Slow Fast' arrives fully loaded with wonky synths, electro breakdowns and crafty drum patterns! 

There aren’t too many producers out there capable of making credible underground bangers and radio friendly hits simultaneously but Mason is surely one of them. With a palette borrowed from formative years immersed in hip-hop, house, electro, funk and disco there are no rules to his musical alchemy. Its really just about having fun and avoiding the usual clichés of the scene. 

Mason has accepted our request and we are glad to present you his insightful interview to find out more about this incredibly talented artist and his awesome Stop Start Slow Fast with The Manor.



Interview is written and conducted by Dimitris Kechagias, music journalist and radio host on www.1mix.co.uk 

 Dimitris: When did you start your involvement with electronic dance music and which music style you are more affiliated with and why?

Mason: I started getting into hiphop in '92 I think…. We were all into basketball (I was tiny and lousy at it) and the hiphop thing was more my area, so I got my grandmothers turntables around '94 and started to play and make mix-tapes in my bedroom, upsetting all other family members with my new loud 'hobby'.  One day on some vinyl record fair I bought an Ice T vinyl, which turned out to be techno mixes. I thought that was quite cool, so started to search for techno next week, which led to…  well where I am 20-something years later. I feel most affiliated with house, funk, disco, electro and acid, but get my inspiration mainly from old music. There's so much great music behind us last century if you dig deep!

Dimitris: Did you had the opportunity to attend any kind of music production course or are u completely self taught? Do you consider that is essential for any artist to complete any production course?

Mason: I did a 4 year bachelor on a Dutch art school for music production, composition and violin, but I don't think that's very essential. I mean: all your extra knowledge helps - but I think people can do great things self-taught with a cheap laptop.

Dimitris: In which label was your first ever release and how did you manage to attract the attention of the label?

Mason:I won some price from the Dutch Royal Family for a music project I was doing. And from that money I decided to release my first record. I went to a (pretty random) label and said: "I wanna release this EP and I'll pay for it myself". They were like "Ok that's cool".  

Dimitris: Choose for us your Top 5 tracks that you have produced and you consider them as being highly important for the progress of your career indifferent if they were commercially successful.

Mason:
- Exceeder (duh)



- Fashion Killa



- Calabrese



- The Screetch



- Frontrow Chemistry



Dimitris: Let's focus on your Stop Start Slow Fast with The Manor. Please tell us from where did you got the inspiration for the track?

Mason: I did a studio session with The Manor in London, which let to all sorts of weird and wonderful audio recordings, but also this 'Stop Start Slow Fast' hook that stuck. 

Dimitris: How long it took you to produce it and was an easy or difficult process?If you have faced any difficulties please tell us about them and how did you resolved them?

Mason: When back in my own studio it came together pretty quickly, I just wanted to make a track where the repetitive vocal just keeps on building in dynamics.



Dimitris: Which was the biggest challenge that you faced during the production of this superb track?

Mason: Because the vocal is repetitive but building, every time you hear the vocal it's actually a different take and that has an effect on the groove. Specially consonants have a percussive rhythmic effect on a track so I had to move these all back and forth word per word to keep the groove in tact.

Dimitris: Can you describe to us the steps that you went through the production of this track and of any other track?

Mason: I usually make 10 totally different ideas of a track, and then decide which one is the best and work on that. Because I think finishing and mixing a track is quite a linear task that just takes a lot of time. So I rather safe that for the right demo.



Dimitris: When the track finished did the label accepted it as it was produced or did the label recommend you to do some changes or fix certain things?

Mason: I think tiny things were changed, but nothing substantial. 

Dimitris: Is this track an original composition or is it based on a template from another track produced from you or another producer?

Mason: An original composition.



Dimitris: Is the quality of this track higher than your previous one? If yes in what ways this track sounds better than your previous one?

Mason: Not particularly. I feel the quality of my productions goes up over the years, but that's when you zoom out to a bigger picture. Not necessarily that each following record within a year is always sounding better than the last one. 

Dimitris: Do you have any friends or relatives that you send them the track before sending it to a label or if you are DJ did you test it in your gigs? If yes did you have to do any alterations as a result of the crowd reaction?

Mason: Yes! I have a few friends I use as quality control. Also my manager and publisher listen to music in the process of making it. And obviously if you're making dance music and you're a DJ, you need to test it to see if people actually do that what it's made for : dance to it!

Dimitris: Please describe to us the studio that you have produced the track? What is your favourite hardware and software set up? Do you have in mind any new gear that you wish to get in order to raise the quality of your production?

Mason: I work in Logic Pro, but also use a lot of analogue compressors and EQs. To do so, I send out 16 busses from Logic to u a Neve summing mixer, from where I insert extra hardware. After that it goes through some gear back into Logic so I can bounce it. But I mix everything in Logic and keep the Neve mixer volume settings all on zero, so I can still switch back and forth from project to project.  Regarding new gear: I always like to check out different analogue synths, and I'm curious how that SSL Fusion is gonna sound.



Dimitris: Do you master the track yourself or the mastering is task for the record label? Do you understand mastering as being essential?

Mason: I do a big part of the mastering myself, but run it through a mastering company to do final checks and fixes. People think mastering makes your track sound great, but it shouldn't. Your track should sound great already before going to mastering. In a perfect situation the master engineer doesn't do much (or anything). Also with dance music 'sound' is everything, so you should keep total control over that yourself.

Dimitris: There is a growing trend of vinyl coming back for good. Would you like to see this track released on vinyl or any other of your future tracks? Do you prefer digital files or vinyl?

Mason: I don't think vinyl will be back for good. I think it's a fashionable item to have now. I read a research that stated that half the vinyl sold these days doesn't ever get played, but people buy them as an object to own. That's different with DJs that play vinyl obviously, who will play em, but I also see that as a temporarily fashionable thing. At the end of the day vinyl is too limited as a medium and digital music is of a much higher quality. If you're a lover of the 'warmth' of vinyl: that's just distortion and EQ settings you can also add to a digital hi-res file. However I do miss having my release in my hand as a physical thing. Now it's just some zero and ones on the internet somewhere, which feels a bit disposable.







Dimitris: What is your honest unbiased opinion about each remix included in this track.

Mason: The ZDS is dark and thriving - close to what I play late at night in darker venues.  The Parx remix is more easy comprehensive and fun for a wider range of audiences. My own Private Mescal Mix is a bit of a crazy circus edit.



Dimitris: Do you have any future releases planned and when will be released?

Mason: Yes! There's a single called 'Disruptor' out now on Loulou Records buy here and I will soon have a record featuring Alex Clare on Spinnin Records.

Dimitris: Can you recall your top 3 best DJ gigs so far and the reasons that made them so special?

Mason: I play for 23 years so it's hard to make a top 3.  Playing at Sensation White for 45.000 people in the Amsterdam Arena was quite heavy. And I loved doing a solo night at Paradiso 2 years ago.  But I had some great Australian parties, and Brazil... and .. ehh.. ugh.



Dimitris: Do you have any more DJ gigs planned for the next few months? 

Mason: Yes I'm still touring with Dr. Lektroluv throughout the Benelux - and there are some further solo tours planned for next year at the minute.

Dimitris: Do you produce a radio show/podcast as well? Please tell us here all the details about it. 

Mason: Yes it's called the Animal Language Show! Listen here



Dimitris: Best piece of advice you got in relation to your career so far and best tip you learnt recently to make your tracks better.

Mason: Don't be too preoccupied with trends and what's hot right now. That will all pass, and you will loose your identity if you jump on everything trendy. Make your own sound and stick to it.



Dimitris: Can you mention your tips or more elaborated advice for any new artists who may read this interview and wish to get involved with the electronic music industry.

Mason: Take your time. It's not that difficult to DJ, but to write music you need a good few years to become good at. If you release stuff too early in your career you're gonna regret it later on, as the quality wasn't up to standard yet. Also make sure you have something to contribute that others don't already make. We don't need copycats, we need fresh new directions from a new generation.



Thanks to Iason aka Mason for this brilliant interview! Good luck to his future releases.

Thanks so much to Lily from Infectious for organising this interview.

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11:27:00

DJ, producer, and future house pioneer Don Diablo has delivered his brand-new single ‘Survive’, featuring UK singer/songwriter Emeli Sandé, and American rap superstar Gucci Mane. 

Laced with Don’s deep signature bass-lines, ‘Survive’ is topped with the slick lyrical flow of Gucci Mane - the American hip-hop star who has previously worked with artists such as Drake, Mariah Carey, and Selena Gomez - and the emotive delivery of UK songstress and 4-time BRIT Award winner Emeli Sandé. Best known for her powerful ballad, ‘Read All About It Pt III’ which has amassed over 140 million Spotify streams to date, Sandé is also a two-time Ivor Novello award winner, and supported Coldplay on their Mylo Xyloto tour.
“I’m so happy to be collaborating with the very talented Don Diablo, says Emeli. “I love his unique creativity and his deep passion for music. It was a real pleasure to write and lay down the vocal on this powerful track. I really hope this song will empower people to find pride and confidence in their own story of survival.”
Regarded as one of the founding fathers of the future house movement, Don Diablo is currently ranked at number #11 in the DJ Mag Top 100 Poll, and has earned praise from an array of global tastemakers for major hits such as ‘On My Mind’, ‘Cutting Shapes’, and ‘Take Her Place’ featuring A R I Z O N A, as well as previously remixing the likes of Ed Sheeran, Rihanna, Bastille, Madonna, Birdy, The Chainsmokers, Coldplay, DJ Snake, Martin Garrix, Justin Bieber and many more.

Having released his second album titled, FUTURE at the start of this year, the Dutch star has since played at various festival mainstages across the globe, including sets at the likes of EDC Las Vegas, Tomorrowland, and Creamfields, with further appearances at iconic venues like Ushuaia and Hi Ibiza, selling out his ‘FUTURE XL’ Amsterdam show in the process.
“It’s just one of those records that needed to be absolutely perfect, from start to finish,” said Don. “I wanted to it to stand out and combine three worlds into one. A Dutch music producer, an incredible British singer songwriter, and one of the biggest US rappers of today. I am more than proud of the final outcome and hope the music and the message of the song will motivate people to dream big and see beyond the clouds of their personal challenges.”                                                                                                                     
Providing a dynamic blend of all three artist’s signature styles, the incredible ‘Survive’ looks sure to dominate charts globally and is out now on Don Diablo’s HEXAGON label via Universal. 



We survived the thunder...
And escaped the hunger
And sometimes I wonder...
How we got through.

Who knows what they'll ask us...
We don't need no answers.
Cause we stand and serve...
As living proof.

Gucci Mane and Don catch me ballin' out in London
Tom Brady with the paper I go super bowl Sunday
Usain Bolt crazy runnin' til the hundreds
I keep my neck and my wrist at least a hundred

Hood ****** with the money and they loving it
She got comfortable, she called me by my government
Pull up in the Rolls with the white seats
And pull off in a porsche like a car thief

I’m cocky beat that ***** up like Rocky
I fly to Amsterdam for the right fee
These dudes ain’t nothing like me they car thieves
I booked her for the night, paid her bar fee

Told her charge it to the game, black Wallstreet
Sharp blue cool with a shark fee
Once a millionaire can’t get em off me
Gucci Mane and Don catch me ballin' out in London

We survived the thunder...
And escaped the hunger
And sometimes I wonder...
How we got through.

Who knows what they'll ask us...
We don't need no answers.
Cause we stand and serve...
As living proof.

You got a fast car I got a dream of something
You are a hot wire I like to push your buttons
We gotta somehow get out of town

We drove for ages, never looking back once
They wanna cage us but we prefer our freedom
Call us outrageous, well how about now

Gucci Mane and Don catch me ballin' out in London
Tom Brady with the paper I go super bowl Sunday
Usain Bolt crazy runnin' til the hundreds
I keep my neck and my wrist at least a hundred

Hood ****** with the money and they loving it
She got comfortable, she called me by my government
Pull up in the Rolls with the white seats
And pull off in a Porsche like a car thief

Well here we are, living proof
Well here we are, living proof

We survived the thunder...
And escaped the hunger
And sometimes I wonder...
How we got through.

Who knows what they'll ask us...
We don't need no answers.
Cause we stand and serve...
As living proof.

Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"]Don Diablo Feat Emeli Sande & Gucci Mane - Survive[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Don Diablo continues to unleash brilliant tracks and his latest one is aiming to touch the sensitive chords of the masses with the clever rhythm, sexy groove and of course classy vocals by the superstars Emeli Sande and Gucci Mane. The original version is closer chilling but still very rocking and full alert type of record with lyrics that anyone can identify as we all have passed from a situation that we saw ourselves as survivors. The VIP mix goes the club direction with punchy bassline, funky rocking wonky grooves combined well with the soulful sugar sweet Emeli voice and the superb Gucci Mane rap part. The result is a strong feel good record devoted to ADE survivors. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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Merch http://shop.dondiablo.com
Instagram http://instagram.com/dondiablo
Facebook http://facebook.com/OfficialDonDiablo
Twitter http://twitter.com/dondiablo
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SoundCloud http://soundcloud.com/dondiablo

Emeli Sandé
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emelisande/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/emelisande/

Gucci Mane
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laflare1017/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/guccimane/
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17:57:00


Firm Anjunadeep favourite, Yotto, has delivered an eclectic rework of 1996 B.B.E classic ‘Seven Days and One Week’, as Positiva Records continue their series of 25th anniversary remixes by revisiting one of the most successful tracks in the label’s back-catalogue.

A Finnish DJ and producer, who made his BBC Radio 1 essential mix debut on Pete Tong’s show this year, Yotto is best known for his work with both Above & Beyond’s iconic Anjuna label and Joris Voorn’s ‘Green’ imprint. Adding his signature sound to the track, the Finn utilises B.B.E’s notorious hook and sprinkles a slice of his melodic style giving the rework a 2018 twist.

The original hit number #3 in the UK charts back in 1996 thanks to techno trio B.B.E, made up of Italian producers Bruno Sanchioni, Bruno Quartier, and French artist Emmanuel Top. With Yotto set to release his debut album ‘Hyperfall’ on 7th September, the DJ and producer has already left a footprint across the industry, gaining support from the likes of Kolsch, Solomun, Eric Prydz and Danny Howard en route to scoring 5 ‘Essential New Tunes’ and 3 ‘Hottest Records’ on BBC Radio 1. 

The Yotto remix is part of Positiva Records’ 25 year celebrations, having spent the past quarter of a century at the summit of dance music. Showcasing the occasion with a series of one-off parties and special releases throughout 2018, they recently marked the landmark in celebratory style with two of their tracks - Jonas Blue’s ‘Rise’, and Tiesto’s ‘Jackie Chan’ - featuring simultaneously in the Top #5 Official UK Charts. 

Released on Friday 21st September, the Yotto remix of ‘Seven Days and One Week’ precedes the label’s forthcoming Positiva 25 compilation, out on 5th October.







Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"]B.B.E. - Seven Days and One Week (Yotto remix)[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]B.B.E. seminal trance anthem Seven Days and One Week is remixed in perfection by Yotto who manages to combine successfully his deep atmospheric progressive house sound with the magnificent trancy elements like the cool synthesizer driving hi-nrg melody along with heavenly gated voices and the well known female vocal sample that is characteristic of this great tune. The result is a wonderful update that manages to keep the vibe and intentions of the original just slower and in a more prog house direction. Spacey and spicy is definitely the moment to awake memories and relive those trance days in a more futuristic direction. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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Additional info:
http://positivarecords.com/
https://www.facebook.com/PositivaRecords
https://twitter.com/positivarecs
https://www.instagram.com/positivarecs/
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02:50:00




Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
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 [item value="10"]OneRepublic with Seeb - Rich Love[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]OneRepublic collaborate with Seeb for the instant summer radio anthem Rich Love. We deal here with an excellent relaxing groovy deep tropical melodic affair with sweet atmosphere and most importantly awesome vocals and lyrics to sing a long with hands in the air and swing and shake along with your friends in your favourite holiday destination. Tropical xylophone melodies, warm feel good strings and great body moving danceable basslines and funky grooves that you want simply to let yourself go with the flow and forget any worries or problems. #HitAlert #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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https://www.facebook.com/OneRepublic/
https://www.instagram.com/onerepublic
https://twitter.com/OneRepublic
https://www.onerepublic.com/
www.universal-music.de
https://www.facebook.com/universalmusicdeutschland/
https://twitter.com/UmusicGermany

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02:06:00

Bruno Martini is the next (Brazilian) superstar. His first release, ‘Hear me Now’, together with Alok and Zeeba, confirmed his status as a global artist - breaking records on Spotify, You Tube and social media for a debut release. 

A heavy touring schedule supporting the likes of Steve Angello, Hardwell and Galantis; mainstage slots at Electric Zoo Festival, Beyond Wonderland, and a packed summer schedule - further confirms Bruno’s rising star. 

But success is not new to Bruno. Disney Records was the first to recognize the talent of this multi-instrumentalist artist - and signed him when he was only 16. His project ‘College 11’ went on to clock up platinum sales; a prime-time TV show and Tours with the likes of Demi Lovato and Selena Gomes. 

Bruno Martini spent the last two years in his Sao Paulo studio creating his unique organically-flavored take on electronic music. Loaded with an arsenal of great music, Bruno was quickly signed to Universal Music worldwide. “Hear Me Now’ was followed up with the breathtaking single, ‘Living On the Outside’ which charted from Sweden to Brasil and Chile and showcased Brunos’ full skill set: the single was written, produced and sung by him. May 5th, Bruno released ‘Never Let Me Go’ (alongside Alok and Zeeba) which entered the charts on release day - and with a packed release schedule until the end of year, expect Bruno to surprise with every new release.




Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Bruno Martini feat. Isadora - Sun Goes Down [/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Bruno Martini slowly builds his fantastic reputation with some very sweet records like Sun Goes Down featuring the beloved Isadora on vocal duties. The track is a beautiful warm melodic travelling tune with smooth basslines, chunky grooves, warm guitar riffs, xylophone melodies and superb whistling theme that once you hear it, you will feel like whistling along too. It's one of those essential tracks for your summer soundtrack with sunkissed sounds and feel good carefree nostalgic mesmerising atmosphere. Quality always wins! #PureGold Love IT  [/content]
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21:25:00

Legendary composer Vangelis blasts back into view on 23 September with his new album, Rosetta. One of a number of works in which Vangelis has looked to the stars for inspiration, Rosetta is a 13-track album inspired by the Rosetta Mission – a pioneering space project in which the European Space Agency sought to orbit a comet before landing a probe on its surface – a first in the history of mankind.



Launched in 2004, it took 10 years for the Rosetta to reach Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. In the two years that followed, the spacecraft flew in tandem with the comet, tracing its orbit toward the inner solar system and back out again. Such an ambitious undertaking seemed tailor-made for a suitably epic musical accompaniment – which is where Vangelis came in.

“Mythology, science and space exploration are subjects that have fascinated me since my early childhood,” the composer says today, adding, “and they were always connected somehow with the music I write.”
That’s a vast body of work that not only includes the iconic soundtracks to Blade Runner and Chariots Of Fire, but also studio albums such as Albedo 0.39 and Mythodea: Music For NASA Mission: 2001 Mars Odyssey – both inspired by space travel. So when ESA astronaut André Kuipers, a life-long Vangelis fan, contacted his hero – from aboard the International Space Station, no less – Vangelis was suitably inspired to begin work on a collection of music dedicated to the ESA team behind the Rosetta Mission.When ESA received the music, they combined it with images they’d captured during the Rosetta’s flight.
As ESA representative Carl Walker notes, the results encapsulated “how people would feel if they were to see the comet for real in close-up”. “With music, you can enhance emotions and create memories,” he continues. “I believe that what Vangelis wanted was to share a lasting memory of our Rosetta mission through his music.”
It’s fair to say: mission accomplished.



Rosetta is out on 23 September. The full tracklisting is:
‘Origins (Arrival)’
‘Starstuff’
‘Infinitude’
‘Exo Genesis’
‘Celestial Whispers’
‘Sunlight’
‘Rosetta’
‘Philae’s Decent’
‘Mission Accomplie (Rosetta’s Waltz)’
‘Perihelion’
‘Elegy’
‘Return To The Void’



About Vangelis
Evangelos Odysseas Papathanassiou is a Greek composer of electronic, progressive, ambient, jazz, pop rock and orchestral music, under the artist name Vangelis. He is best known for his Academy Award-winning score for the film Chariots of Fire, composing scores for the films Blade Runner, 1492: Conquest of Paradise and Alexander, and the use of his music in the PBS documentary Cosmos: A Personal Voyage by Carl Sagan.

The Legend is back: Vangelis
Vangelis began his professional musical career working with several popular bands of the 1960s such as The Forminx and Aphrodite's Child, with the latter's album 666 going on to be recognized as a psychedelic "classic". Throughout the 1970s, Vangelis composed music scores for several animal documentaries, including L'Apocalypse Des Animaux, La Fête sauvage and Opéra sauvage; the success of these scores brought him into the film scoring mainstream. In the early 1980s, Vangelis formed a musical partnership with Jon Anderson, the lead singer of progressive rock band Yes, and the duo went on to release several albums together as Jon & Vangelis. In 1981, he composed the score for the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire. The soundtrack's single, "Titles", won Vangelis the Academy Award for Best Original Music Score and also reached the top of the American Billboard.

In a career spanning over 50 years, writing and composing more than 52 albums, Vangelis is regarded as one of the greatest composers of electronic music of all time.

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17:11:00

Delving into the world of virtual reality, Dutch heavyweight Sam Feldt can now unveil his latest collaboration. Teaming up with the 360 App, the ‘Show Me Love’ hit-maker makes remarkable history by becoming the first ever artist to give fans a 360 experience whilst out on tour, through the future of technology – virtual reality.



This unique development in technology comes at a time when social media and technological devices play a key role in an artist’s progression, and taking that next step forward into the future – Sam is now able to provide his fans with rare exposure & close up views of his infamous live performances, with or without the use of virtual reality glasses.
On being given the opportunity Sam says “Ever since I was a little boy, I've been interested in new technologies and I was always the first to want the latest gadgets. With this new virtual reality Sam Feldt 360 app I'm really happy and honoured to be the first artist ever to take my fans on tour with me and give them an exclusive and realistic look behind the scenes. I want to thank all my fans for supporting me in this journey and therefore the app is completely FREE for everyone to download on the App and Play store.”



Featuring behind the scenes footage - join Sam on stage as he takes you on a virtual journey through explosive sets and backstage access to some of the most hyped-up gigs/festival performances across the musical calendar.

About Sam Feldt
Aged just 22 years old – Dutch star Sam Feldt has already achieved more than many. With a wealth of 10 years experiences, Sam began to DJ at the age of 12 before being picked up by the globally renowned imprint Spinnin Records for debuts ‘Bloesem’ & ‘Hot Skin’. However, it was his smart reworking of Robin S’ ‘Show Me Love’ that truly catapulted him into the big leagues. Entering the UK Chart at #4, the single has since gone on to amass over 130million streams worldwide. As Sam looks to the future, expect to hear latest material ‘Summer On You’ fused into his many international performances across the globe – including prior sets at Tomorrowland, Coachella & EXIT as well as forthcoming tour of Asia, the US & Ibiza dates.

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13:51:00

In a keynote Q&A Steve Bartels will be discussing the power of artist-friendly A&R, and where he expects to see new business opportunities arising.

After recent announcements covering Daniel Miller’s Creative Keynote, Molly Neuman’s Kickstarter Keynote, the introduction of ADE Live, ADE University's expanded offer and a trio of top producers, the latest confirmed Keynote Q&A will feature Steve Bartels.

Steve Bartels
After beginning his career as a DJ in the 1980s, Bartels was named CEO, Def Jam Recordings in April 2014, the same year in which the iconic imprint returned to its roots as a standalone label within the Universal Music Group. During his 30 years in the business, Bartels is widely credited with being the driving force behind some of the most successful new artist campaigns and records of the last three decades. 

He has always worked closely with his artists, developing and promoting such diverse talent as Kanye West, Rihanna, Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, Avicii, Mariah Carey, Outkast, Big Sean, Janet Jackson, Notorious B.I.G., Whitney Houston, Amy Grant, Jennifer Lopez, Alessia Cara, The Killers, Sean “P.Diddy” Combs, Sarah McLachlan, Pink, Jeezy, Sting, Avril Lavigne, Bon Jovi, NAS, Annie Lennox, Santana, Usher, Barry Manilow, Rick Ross, Ne-Yo, Lionel Richie, Frank Ocean, Jhene Aiko, YG, Afrojack and Iggy Azalea, to name just a few.

Date, time and venue for Bartels' keynote Q&A to be announced.

Tickets
ADE's 5-Day conference tickets are available here.

Additional info:
http://www.defjam.com/
https://www.facebook.com/DefJamRecordings/
www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl
www.facebook.com/amsterdamdanceevent
www.twitter.com/ADE_NL

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21:52:00

After Right Now, Mary J. Blige presents with Nobody But You her second single from her at 28.11. released album The London Sessions.

The single was written by Sam Smith, who supports the multiple Grammy winner in the background, and the uptempo song thus helps to typical London sound.

Sam Smith said of Mary and her album "The London Sessions is in my opinion the first bravest and second so honest. I heard that this will be a plate, say at the people: Mary J. Blige - It's an icon! It is what is supposed to be a pop star and an artist! '

Mary J. Blige is the queen of RnB-Soul and one of the most influential and successful American artists. In November, Mary presents her new album and shows the world a place that  in the past few months musically and personally thrilled, challenged and moved. The London Sessions presents Mary J. Blige along with the most exciting British newcomers, including Sam Smith, Disclosure and Emeli Sandé.
Dimitri Kechagias review: Deep House and the UK revival garage house styles bring to the forefront London. It is very difficult not to think of London as space when you hear music from artists like Sam Smith or Disclosure. The decision of Mary J. Blidge to work with young fresh artists from London confirm UK's capital tremendous influence in electronic music and wider in the pop scene. It is not secret that London is melting pot of cultures, ideas, emotions, fashion and whatever else you can think of. The 2nd single from her album The London Sessions is called Nobody But You and has the signature of the beloved Sam Smith. The track is a soulful deep house anthem with deep moody basslines, chunky lazy groove, jazzy piano melodies, cinematic dreamy strings and superb rhythm that will keep the club goers sweating on the floor while the always shinning diva Mary J.Blidge will mesmerise them with her incredible voice and the mindblowing performance that has the glory and romantic edge of the  Motown sound. When the older generation meets the younger the result can only be for the benefit of both and can really help electronic music to speak to the hearts of a wider audience. #PureClass #PureGold Love It

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19:46:00
Having scored two Top 10 hits with their recent singles ‘Ready For Your Love’ feat. MNEK and ‘Here For You’ feat. Laura Welsh, plus a third with them in the production seat on Jess Glynne’s ‘Right Here’, Gorgon City are pleased to announce details of their next surefire smash and plans for their eagerly awaited debut album.

Continuing their run of exceptionally hooky and danceable smart pop hits, ‘Unmissable’ featuring rising star Zak Abel will lead the charge into the release of Gorgon City’s debut album ‘Sirens’ on October 6. A co-write between Matt & Kye and a songwriter with a recent hit or two of his own under his belt - Jimmy Napes (Disclosure’s ‘Latch’, Clean Bandit’s ‘Rather Be’, Sam Smith’s ‘Stay With Me’ – to name just a few) – ‘Unmissable’ is the perfect way to see out the summer.

Gorgon City kicked off their summer with their first ever live show performing to 8000 people at Radio 1’s Big Weekend featuring live performances from Kiesza, Maverick Sabre, MNEK. They continued apace by heading to Glastonbury and have shows at Reading & Leeds, Global Gathering and Bestival forthcoming as well as a hectic schedule mapped out in front of them across Europe. Look out for news of an extensive tour this autumn.

‘Sirens’ – the full album from Gorgon City – will include all previous hit singles (NB ‘Ready For Your Love’ has now accumulated over 26 million streams) as well as a remarkable collection of new tracks that unequivocally mark Matt & Kye out as being at the very peak of their writing and production prowess. ‘Sirens’ is a brilliantly cohesive piece of music that perfectly reflects the exciting UK dance pop climate we find ourselves in for 2014 - with Gorgon City firmly at the helm.





Dimitri Kechagias review: The best record label in the alternative house scene at the moment is Black Butter. The label has its own stage at the TomorrowWorld festival in USA and the success is not mater of luck or coincidence. It is rather the belief and support on great talents that deserve a voice and have something interesting to say with their music and lyrics. The hottest artist of the label are Gorgon City. The fantastic duo deliver stunning anthems and music that matters. Soulful revival 90's house music with futuristic cutting edge that pushes boundaries and revitalises what seems to be the next big thing for the mainstream. Unmissable includes the soulful brilliant vocals by Zak Abel who is new in my books and very promising for the future as the track will reach top position at the UK Top 40. Massive wobbly dark UK garage house bassline, sweet synthy melodies and warm 90's piano chords with attitude and confidence makes Unmissable a hit guaranteed for the cold autumn nights. The remix package is extensive with some top eclectic remixes. Dj Anna translates the original into a deep dark underground moody industrial techno odyssey that floats nicely including the top vocals minus the happy piano melodies. Pulsating boiling bassline that stands out so better don't miss it. Drum'n'bass is alive and kicking and on this package is represented by Metrik  who delivers the energetic, danceable and absolutely liquid flowing version that will carry you away for a surprising journey on the dancefloor. Huxley remix goes the UK garage house pathway and the result includes pounding basslines, chunky grooves and rave style influences to keep the ground shaking. Last but not least Everything Everything remix present the more experimental electronic punk version perfect for those lounge chill out times when you want something to keep you going in a relaxed manner but with some intense moments as well to keep you awake.  If you add on the package the imaginative music video is going to be another hit record for Gorgon City. #PureGold Love iT

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