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March 2019 Issue 56 features interviews with US pop singer Elexis Ansley, Mauritian dance DJ Tess and Melina Krumova, founder of positive music network Drooble.
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Audiation
Life is about waves.
If you are in a low valley,
your next move will be to a
high peak.
- Elexis Ansley
A u d i a t i o n M a g a z i n e i s a g l o b a l m o n t h l y m u s i c p u b l i c a t i o n
w h i c h i s f r e e t o r e a d o n l i n e a n d a v a i l a b l e f o r o n d e m a n d
p r i n t p u r c h a s e s . W e f e a t u r e a l l s t y l e s o f m u s i c a n d v a r i o u s
l a n g u a g e s i n t h e m a g a z i n e , e a c h p i e c e i s a n e x p r e s s i o n o f
w h a t o u r w r i t e r s a n d f e a t u r e d a r t i s t s w i s h t o s h o w . W e d o
n o t h a v e s e t r u l e s a n d a l l o w t h e w o r d s t o c o m e n a t u r a l l y
w i t h f e w e d i t s . A r t i c l e s a r e n o t c o n s t r a i n e d t o s i m p l y m u s i c
- w e l i k e t o b e b r o a d i n t h e w a y w e e x p r e s s o u r p a s s i o n a n d
i n c l u d e a v a r i e t y o f t o p i c s i n c l u d i n g p o e t r y , f a s h i o n a n d
l i f e s t y l e . E a c h c h o s e n t o p i c w i l l r e fl e c t t h e t h o u g h t s o f t h e
w r i t e r a n d r e v o l v e a r o u n d m u s i c i n s o m e w a y . T h e
m a g a z i n e i s f r e e t o r e a d a s w e u n d e r s t a n d t h e d i ffi c u l t y i n
w h i c h c r e a t i v e i n d i v i d u a l s f a c e w h e n t r y i n g t o g o f a r , t h u s
w e w a n t t o h e l p t h e i r t a l e n t s r e a c h a s m u c h o f t h e w o r l d a s
p o s s i b l e . W e h a v e w o n d e r f u l p a r t n e r s , V i n y l F o r A C a u s e
b r i n g t o g e t h e r t h e i r f a v o u r i t e m u s i c i a n s w i t h a p e r c e n t a g e
o f p r o c e e d s g o i n g t o c h a r i t y , a n d , R i g h t C h o r d M u s i c w h o
h e l p t o p r o m o t e a n d d e v e l o p i n t e r e s t i n g i n d e p e n d e n t
m u s i c i a n s .
W e w i s h t o i n s p i r e m i n d s , e x p r e s s c r e a t i v i t y a n d r a d i a t e
o p t i m i s m t o t h e w o r l d t h r o u g h m u s i c .
w w w . A u d i a t i o n M a g a z i n e . c o m
"Music is much more than
sound. Music can be a
comforter, party maker,
career path or a way of
life."
Ruby, Editor & Owner
"Music is much more than
sound. Music can be a
comforter, party maker,
career path or a way of
life."
Rokuro, Associate Editor
"The birth of one's child is
the only feeling that
comes close to getting
lost in music."
Cessle, Associate Editor
"Music is a form of art
that reveals a truth in a
world full of mystery."
Sarah, Staff Writer
"No matter what's
happening in life, it's
usually great music will
keep you going."
Malachi, Staff Writer
"Music is life. It's a
universal language that
has no barriers. It unifies
people around the world.
It brings people joy."
Andy, Staff Writer
"Music & love are the
same things really. If kids
grew up with music in
their lives, then their lives
would always be filled
with love."
David, Associate Editor
"The moment you feel
happy about music, that is
the very essence of it.
Being in the vibes and
understanding what music
has for your soul."
Steve, Staff Writer
"Music is the way I see the
world."
Mary, Brand Ambassador
"It's an escape, a relaase, a
chance to write how I feel
and allow other readers to
relate. Music has saved
me many times."
Jessie, Staff Writer
"Music is love, you can
feel it. Music binds people
together, ending war and
bringing peace to the
soul."
Ashna, Creative Assistant
"Music is a material
artwork of my dreams that
inspires me to overcome
difficulties of everyday
life. I admire people who
can make it!"
Tamara, Brand Ambassador
"You know you are a
music addict when you
get a natural high when
you hear a tune you love!"
Christina, Vice President
"Music is my Truth.
Techno is my Heart. Love
the mediator that led to a
connected, liberating,
beautiful, surrender to my
inner peace."
Sharm, Staff Writer
Thanks to:
Atlantic Records UK
Drooble
Elements Lakewood Music & Arts
Festival
Elexis Ansley
Melina Krumova
Neighbourhood PR
OHM Music
Planet Love Records
Reckoning PR
Space Promotions
Ten Letter PR
TESS
Universal Music Group
Vision Music Promotion
We Care Promotion
Elexis Ansley photography by
AWOM Lab, Alexa Merico
Earth Stage at Elements Lakewood
2018 photography by Julian
Cassidy
BENVENUE photography by Jimbo
Morgan
Icons & graphics by
kues1
Onlyyouqj
Kjpargeter
Alekksall
denamorado
freepik.com
CONTENTS
8 Shows Guide
10 Scars
11 SMILE: TESS
12 Drooble
17 Recorder.13
18 Elexis Ansley
22 March In Dance
24 Elements Lakewood Music & Arts
Festival
26 TESS
30 Peace & Elexis Ansley
32 Stephan Barnem
33 SMILE: Elexis Ansley
34 New Music
54 Events Guide
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Hi Guys & Dolls...
W i t h b l u s h i n g p i n k t o n e s , t h e c o v e r d i s p l a y s a s o f t , f e m i n i n e v i e w o f s i n g e r E l e x i s
A n s l e y f r o m a r e v e r s e d a n g l e , t o g e t h e r w i t h a p r o f o u n d q u o t e o f h e r s . T h e b a c k c o v e r
u s e s t h e c r e a m w a l l s o f h e r s u r r o u n d i n g s . W e c o n t i n u e t o r o l l o u t c h a n g e s a c r o s s t h e
s t a r t o f t h i s y e a r a n d a r e f o c u s s i n g m o r e o n p o s i t i v i t y , t h e r e f o r e y o u w i l l n o w fi n d a
S m i l e p a g e o n o u r w e b s i t e w i t h o p t i m i s t i c w o r d s f r o m o u r f e a t u r e d a r t i s t s a n d
u p l i f t i n g m u s i c . M o r e n e w d e v e l o p m e n t s o n t h e s i t e i n c l u d e a C h a r t e d s e c t i o n
f e a t u r i n g o u r p i c k o f t h e c h a r t s a c r o s s t h e w o r l d , a n d a n I n d u s t r y A d v i c e p a g e w i t h
h e l p f u l i n s i g h t s f r o m t h e b i z . W e a r e e x c i t e d t o s a y t h a t t h e s o c i a l p l a t f o r m D r o o b l e ,
w h i c h a l l o w s m u s i c i a n s t o s u p p o r t a n d g r o w t o g e t h e r a s a c o m m u n i t y , k i n d l y g i v e s
y o u r e a d e r s t h e o f f e r c o d e f o r 1 0 f r e e s o n g r e v i e w s o n t h e i r s i t e ! U s e o u r e x c l u s i v e
d i s c o u n t c o d e : Z Z L E 8 . A n d , fi n a l l y , w e w i l l b e p r o u d l y c e l e b r a t i n g 5 y e a r s o f
A u d i a t i o n a c r o s s t h e n e x t f e w m o n t h s - b e i n g t h e a n n i v e r s a r y o f t h e i n i t i a l c o n c e p t
u p t o t h e c r e a t i o n - s o l o o k o u t f o r e x c i t i n g t h i n g s i n r e g a r d s t o t h i s . M y t r a c k o f t h i s
m o n t h ? ‘ L o o s e ’ b y F V L C R V M w i t h i t s t r e n d y d a n c e s o u n d .
In this issue: Steve shows his Scars with the heart-pounding James Bay song talking of love and hard
times, he explains the need to hold onto love. “I realised that music can bring positive change in the
lives of others.” I delve into the dream home for artists - Drooble, and chat with founder Melina
Krumova about the making of this supportive music network. Mary tells us about Recorder.13, the DJrun
community which showcases mixes from across the world through their platform. “Music was
healing for me growing up, an escape almost.” I get to know Billboard charting singer Elexis Ansley as
she shares encouragement and optimism through her songs. Cessle has got our March In Dance guide
with the best parties to head to this month including Solid Grooves in Bristol; Tomorrowland Winter
in France; Moods in London; and Dusky Presents in Manchester. Cessle also checks out Elements
Lakewood Music & Arts Festival in Pennsylvania which presents 3 killer days of house, world beats,
techno, bass, jam rock and funk music. “Music was omnipresent and I kind of took refuge in it.’ I talk
to Mauritian DJ TESS about her career, and how the music scene is evolving on the island. TESS and
Elexis Ansley share their reasons to smile, as well as a few words on life from Elexis. Cessle takes a look
at the new Encants label and LP from Brazilian artist Stephan Barnem highlighting electronic music
from the hard stuff through to melodic moments. We've got your events guide, show listings and
music from Cleptophonic, Rae Stewart, Benvenue, Mullally and FVLCRVM.
R u b y x
C o n n e c t w i t h u s :
F a c e b o o k / A u d i a t i o n M a g a z i n e
T w i t t e r @ A u d i a t i o n M a g
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“A proud moment! It’s
not everyday you own
a music magazine with
your picture on the
front cover.”
D-Vox
“Thanks to
Audation Magazine
for the write up.”
Wes Thomas
SHOWS
London timezone
TV | Radio | Podcast
Monday
8:15am Yanish | Variety - Kool FM Mauritius
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
4pm Trending Live | Variety - 4Music
10pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Tuesday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
10am Yanish | Variety - Kool FM Mauritius
4pm Trending Live | Variety - 4Music
10pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Sister Bliss In Session | House & Dance
A State Of Trance | Trance
Wednesday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
10am Yanish | Variety - Kool FM Mauritius
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
4pm Trending Live | Variety - 4Music
10pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Thursday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
10am Yanish | Variety - Kool FM Mauritius
4pm Trending Live | Variety - 4Music
6pm Jeremy Sylvester | House & UK Garage - Urban Dubz Facebook
10pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Toolroom Radio | House & Dance
Global Warm Up | House & Dance
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Friday
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
10am Yanish | Variety - Kool FM Mauritius
12pm Lizzie Curious | Dance - Trickstar Radio
1pm The Weekend with Adam K & Nervo | Dance - One World Radio
2pm Sam Supplier | House, UK Garage & Bass - Rinse FM
4pm Husky | House - D3EP
7pm Annie Mac | Dance - BBC Radio 1
9pm Pete Tong | Dance - BBC Radio 1
9pm Wideboys | House & UK Garage - KISSTORY
10pm Mike Delinquent | House & UK Garage - KISSTORY
10pm Friday Night Kiss with Steve Smart | Club - KISS FM UK
10pm Capital Weekender with Ministry Of Sound | Club - Capital FM
Trustnobody | House & Techno
Hospital Records | Drum & Bass
Above & Beyond Group Therapy | Trance
Clublife | Club
Saturday
1pm The Weekend with Adam K & Nervo | Dance - One World Radio
6pm The Music Box | House - D3EP
6pm DJ Queen E | Urban - Ontop FM
8pm Saturday Night Kiss with Steve Smart | Club - KISS FM UK
10pm Capital Weekender with Ministry Of Sound | Club - Capital FM
11pm Saturday Night Kiss Fresh with DJ S.K.T | House, Techno &
Bass - KISS FRESH
Sunday
8pm Seksicullture | Techno - Kiss FM Australia
The Beauty Of Sound | Trance
UKF Podcast | Bass
The Chillout Lounge Mix | Chillout
HeavyBeatsRadio | Club
Clubbing Culture | Club
Monthly Injection Shehzad K ON AIR | Club
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SCARS
Alo! Ki pe dir?
Hope you are well, and that recent days are great!
February love celebrations brought me a deep and meaningful love song. I
could hear the lyrics and the electric guitar strumming; creating a heart
pounding moment. Bay's ‘Scars’ lyrics and meaning are awesome, talking about
being apart, hurting, but still holding on to the love shared.
We lived through scars this time
But I've made up my mind
We can't leave us behind anymore
We'll have to hurt for now
But next time there's no doubt
'Cause I can't go without you anymore
The strong line is "We can't leave us behind anymore". Despite the hurting, the
rumbles or how a bad situation is, we need to cling on to Love. Never lose
hope and trust! Love anyway!
Sending you love from the island!
Next time there is no doubt, we will meet again!
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#NouZwenn
Stv
" M y m a n : ) . . . a n d t h e c r o w d
d a n c i n g a n d s c r e a m i n g t o m y
m u s i c ! I d o n ' t t h i n k I w i l l e v e r
h a v e e n o u g h o f t h i s ! " T E S S
T H I N G S T H AT M A K E M E
SMILE.
A revolutionary approach for networking and music promotion.
Drooble is an exciting, free social platform for musicians to support each
other and progress together in the industry.
It enables you to get your music heard through Drooble’s radio station and
charts; gain engagement and exposure for your work; discover likeminded
artists and develop a reliable supportive network; collaborate with other
musicians; and showcase yourself with an electronic press kit.
It’s a hugely positive medium, by actively contributing to the community
you earn Karma points which you may use for further promotional tools.
Musicians are also able to make money by providing valuable feedback to
other artists.
Drooble is a trustworthy home for artists, run by artists. Founder, Melina
Krumova is a passionate guitarist in the heavy metal band GRIMAZE so is
able to understand how musicians feel and what they want from a social
network.
GRIMAZE’s music is certainly not for the faint-hearted with full-on screamo,
hair-whipping, head-thrashing, electrifying guitars and kickass energy.
They have recently released a new album titled ‘Planet Grimaze’.
Melina is also the founder of RockSchool which is a non-profit community
and school in Bulgaria offering instrument lessons, band formations, music
workshops, music production and concert projects.
We are so enthusiastic about Drooble because they do what they love, and
genuinely help the industry in a positive way. They have kindly give you
readers and musicians a discount code for 10 free song reviews on their
website, this is limited to the first 100 people so be quick and enjoy!
Discount code: ZZLE8
Melina Krumova shares her words with us about the company…
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How did it all start up? What were the
initial ideas & inspiration for
Drooble, and why did you think this
would be a good service for the
industry?
A decade ago I started playing the
guitar and noticed how music slowly
but surely made me more self-aware
and present, helped me connect with
others and ultimately gave me a tool
for self-expression. It was a process of
a loud but deep inner transformation.
Soon I realized that music can also
bring positive change in the lives of
others, so I created a music lessons
academy in my home town which
quickly expanded to other areas in the
music industry - recording studio,
rehearsal space, concert venue,
promotion services and others.
What is most important is that the
academy became a creative home for
a huge community of musicians and
music lovers. That’s where I saw an
opportunity to grow the same concept
globally. I gathered a small team and
started developing what would now
become Drooble. As every startup
story goes, we went through
validating several ideas until we
clearly identified what musicians
really need and how to deliver it. Now
we are pretty confident about our
direction and we are going full speed
ahead.
Drooble now has thousands of users,
was it a challenge to build this strong
network and rise up to be trusted?
Challenges can slow you down only if
you feel you are performing a regular
job. But I am lucky to be surrounded
by a team united by a very strong
mission which help us move through
everything quick and efficient.
We have a true human connection with
our community members and through
their feedback we are actually building
Drooble together. This creates a high
level of trust. People know that their
opinion and ideas will be heard and
appreciated, so they feel much more
involved.
It also helps a lot that we are musicians
ourselves and we are actively using the
platform, so this easily makes us part
of the community.
Positivity and helping each other is a
key part of Drooble’s structure - why
do you think this is important for the
music industry?
From a very early stage in our lives, we
have been taught to compete and win
at the expense of others. This concept
has been transferred to the way most
of the music platforms nowadays
operate, but this obviously doesn’t
work well in the context of the modern
music industry. Instead of fostering
unnecessary competition, Drooble
encourages musicians to unite,
collaborate, exchange services and
grow together. We believe we are
creating a culture of mutual support
that lacks between artists.
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Melina, you also play in a rock band -
can you tell us about your musical
background and love for music?
It’s actually a groove/death metal
band. Forming a band was the natural
way for me to grow as a musician and
express my findings on the path of
self-exploration. Metal music is the
one that gives me the intensity and
depth I am looking for.
Have there been any major projects
or albums made in collaboration via
Drooble?
Almost everyday we hear stories
about musicians who found each other
on Drooble and created a song
together or are working on an album.
It’s amazing how diverse our
community is in terms of genres and
skills and how useful it is for artists to
work with one another.
What are your top tips for artists who
want to get heard?
I’d first advise them not to want to get
heard, because this corrupts music.
But the reality is that musicians’ main
need is exactly this - to be heard. So if
we need to move in this direction I’d
say:
from other musicians, especially when
it comes down to details and
production.
4. Be creative in your promotion and
don’t rely on a method only because it
worked 20 years ago. Embrace change.
Could you share with us some
examples of Drooble success stories?
We have so many successful
collaborations for songwriting,
production, mixing and mastering,
bookings, friendships, radio
broadcasting, music promotion, etc.
The list is really long.
Any last words?
Deep down in our core, beyond matter
and shapes, we are waves and sound.
Music can really help us find out who
we are. This is why we work on Drooble.
_________________________________
www.grimaze.com
www.rockschool.bg
Sign up with Drooble and use discount
code ZZLE8 for 10 free song reviews.
www.drooble.com
1. Be genuine in your expression. Make
the music which resonates with your
current emotional state
2. Learn from others and experiment,
explore new musical paths
3. Ask for as much feedback as you can
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Recorder.13 (#R13) is an invitation-only music lovers
community, based in Kyiv, Ukraine. It has held
incredible parties during the year of 2018. Founded by
talented local DJs on November 8, 2017, it continues
to entertain their members as well as grow their roster,
inviting new DJs from all around the world to play
Techno, Minimal, Electro and House tunes.
‘Stay Rave with #R13’ is their main principle and rule
of thumb of the community. DJs from Recorder.13
create special mixes that are available on Soundcloud,
Apple podcasts, Instagram. They also give the
opportunity to DJs outside of the community to send
their mix for roster consideration or just for the ability
to be included in Recorder.13 special mixes.
Stay Rave with #R13!
DJ Submissions: info.recorder13@gmail.com
www.soundcloud.com/recorder-13
www.facebook.com/Recorder.13.13
Mary
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Elexis Ansley
The US artist holds talent across
the arts as a singer/songwriter,
actress and multiinstrumentalist.
Elexis Ansley
delivers positivity and
meaningful thoughts through
song to broaden the minds of
her listeners. Her sound is
influenced by the greats such as
Aretha Franklin, Whitney
Houston, Etta James and Amy
Winehouse.
Elexis Ansley is currently
celebrating success as her pop/
EDM single ’One Life’ reached
#16 in the Billboard Dance Club
Songs Chart. To date, It has
spent 7 weeks in the chart
whilst the music video has
racked up over 100,000 views
on YouTube. The video opens
with distressing narratives of
three unfulfilled lives. Won’t let
‘em tell me who I can and can’t
be. This powerful message
bursts through, telling us that
life is precious and we should
make the most of it. This is
brought together with the bright
dance track and colourful visual
elements. Come with me up to
the stars.
‘Way Up’ is her latest song
which shares a motivational
sense of freedom, enjoying life
and breaking through the
clouds. Ray of light, shining
bright. Her strikingly sexy and
liberated attitude shines
through the sweet voice. The
exciting dance production
compliments this theme with a
lively rhythm and a captivating
atmosphere. The music video
puts Elexis in the spotlight with
performance shots against lots
of beautiful and artistic
sceneries. Come and set me free.
It's a very indulgent video and
song, pulling together this
concept of self-love and
empowerment.
Amidst this excitement, Elexis
Ansley took time out to speak to
us about her journey…
Tell us about yourself and how
you got into music.
I first learned that I could sing at
age 3 and from then on I knew
that I wanted to be a singer. I
started playing the flute at age 9
and I pursued it pretty heavily.
Flute was my principal
instrument in college. I sang in
my high school talent shows,
choir, madrigals, and at church. I
learned the bass guitar by
sophomore year and played in
the school jazz band. Music was
healing for me growing up, an
escape almost, and that was true
for me regarding all of the arts.
Your latest single ‘Way Up’ is
interesting, can you tell us the
ideas behind this song?
"Way Up" is about falling in love
with someone who leaves you
hanging. The only thing you can
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do when something like that
happens is to focus on yourself.
You can't get caught up in the
why's or what if's, you just have
to do you and keep pushing
forward towards your goals. The
pre-chorus is essentially a prayer
to the Universe to be set free
from this unrequited love.
Through hard work and a
positive outlook, I was able to
move on and accomplish a lot in
my career. Hence the hook: "I'm
all the way up".
What inspires your songs?
My songs are inspired from
something that I either
personally experienced or
witnessed. Some are songs of
encouragement written for
people in need of elevation. I
always try to have some aspect
of positivity in every song. A
song might talk about negative
experiences or emotions at first,
but then the chorus will get you
to grow past the negativity and
to see the light at the end of the
tunnel.
Tell us a little about the other
things you enjoy doing
I started acting in high school but
didn't have much time for it back
then because I was in every
I
music group or club imaginable,
picked it back up again about 4
years ago. I attended The Lee
Strasberg Theatre and Film
Institute in New York City and
that really opened me up and
gave me all the tools I needed to
excel in my acting career. Shortly
after acting school I landed a
couple of roles in feature films,
one of which is called "Role
Prey", written by Gene Sibbett,
which will be a trilogy. We start
filming the first movie this
summer and I'm really excited
about it! In addition to a Bachelor
of Music I also have a Bachelor of
Metaphysical Science and am an
ordained minister, so I really
enjoy life and weight loss
coaching as it also fulfils my
desire to help others. I lost over
100 pounds in 2010 which really
humbled me, so I take pride in
accepting people for who they
are and in maintaining a nonjudgemental
attitude about their
life and their personal journey.
What is your advice for aspiring
singers?
My first piece of advice would be
to always believe in your gifts
and to not let anybody tell you
who you can and can't be. Study
hard and work diligently, ask for
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help from other musicians
around you, and don't take
constructive criticism personally.
Instead see it as an opportunity
to grow. However, you get to
decide which direction you want
to reach your branches in,
always. Listen to others'
opinions, yet form your own
using your own intuition and
judgement. Lastly, if you haven't
already, learn how to breathe
from your diaphragm. Once I
learned how to breathe properly,
I stopped straining my vocal
chords and difficult lines became
easier, it's definitely an essential
for the aspiring singer!
Your uplifting song ‘One Life’
reached #16 on the Billboard
Dance Club Songs Charts, how
does this feel? And what are
your plans for the future?
It really feels amazing, definitely
a dream come true and it's
awesome to watch "One Life"
climb up the chart. I have a new
single and music video coming
out in March called "Light
Shower" which is my favorite
song I've written to date, so I'm
really looking forward to that.
After the "Light Shower" release,
I'll be doing some touring until I
start filming "Role Prey" in July.
Any last words?
I'll be releasing my next single
called ‘Light Shower’ on Friday,
March, 1st. This is by far my
favorite record I've written thus
far, and I can't wait for everyone
to hear it! This song talks about
standing in your own power and
not allowing negativity from
outside sources drain our energy.
It's also about learning to love
those people in our lives who are
not always the most positive. It's
definitely a healing, uplifting
song and I really hope you all
love it!
I am so blessed to have such a
wonderful team of people I work
with who continually inspire me
every day. I wouldn't be where I
am today without those people,
as well as the teachers and
coaches I've had throughout my
life. I'm so thankful to anyone
and everyone who listens to my
music and supports me. Thank
you for allowing me to do what I
love!
_____________________________
www.facebook.com/
musicbyelexis
www.elexisansley.com
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M A R C H I N D A N C E
After the past month of disastrous weather, its finally
beginning to feel like spring time is here and, just
as well because, the line ups for parties in the month
ahead are starting to warm up. Last month I treated
myself to a small helping of Mark Knight at the W
Hotels Perception Lounge where he treated us all
to a special disco set. Disco is always good for
warming things up and shaking a leg, which is perfect
for how March seems to be shaping up.
Tomorrowland is a feature on the main lands of
Europe with the likes of Solardo, Charlotte De Witte
& Kolsch joining the like of Afroman for the visual
spectacular. Back on home soil Printworks continues
its spring programme with a number of amazing
shows, finding myself highly tickled by the
Klockwork presents and the AVA London shows. For
those who were unaware, AVA is a festival curated
by BICEP and during their London show you can look
forward to acts such as Joy Orbison, San Proper, Mall
Grab, Hunee and host of others. Studio 338 celebrate
their birthday where they invite down Cassy, Maayan
Nidam, Seb Zito & DJ Sneak as well has having a
Cocoon show to look forward to on the 16th. My
favourite venue at the moment E1 London host an
incredible show by the Dusky boys and it’s billed as
having the legendary DJ Randall play an Acid House
set? This is a must see. Happy Dancing!
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8/3
9/3
9-16/3
15/3
16/3
22/3
23/3
29/3
30/3
PEGGY GOU, LUIGI MADONNA, LEVON VINCENT & MORE
@ FABRIC, LONDON
STUDIO 338 3RD BIRTHDAY @ STUDIO 338, LONDON
SOLID GROOVES @ MOTION, BRISTOL
KERRI CHANDLER PRESENTS CHAOS @ PRINTWORKS,
LONDON
SPACE IBIZA: INTO THE FUTURE @ STUDIO 338,
LONDON
TOMORROWLAND WINTER @ ALPE D’HUEZ, FRANCE
AVA LONDON @ PRINTWORKS, LONDON
ANTS @ PRINTWORKS, LONDON
MOODS: ILLYUS & BARRIENTOS @ W HOTEL, LONDON
COCOON LONDON @ STUDIO 338, LONDON
DUSKY PRESENTS @ E1, LONDON
AUGMENTED PRESENTS DETROIT SWINDLE @
GORILLA, MANCHESTER
HOTBOX & DANNY HOWARD PRESENTS NOTHING ELSE
MATTERS @ E1, LONDON
SONNY FODERA PRESENTS SOLOTOKO @ MOTION,
BRISTOL
AMNESIA PRESENTS PYRAMID @ PRINTWORKS,
LONDON
ANNIE MAC PRESNTS @ PRINTWOKS, LONDON
DUSKY PRESENTS @ GORILLA, MANCHESTER
KLOCKWORK PRESENTS PHOTON @ PRINTWORKS,
LONDON
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ELEMENTS LAKEWOOD
MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL
May 2019 sees the return of Elements & Lakewood Music &
Arts Festival to the bucolic Pennsylvania lakeside with an
outstanding line-up to boot for the memorial weekend. The
weekend will feature some of the biggest names in Dance
Music with the likes of Disclosure, Big Gigantic, Damian
Lazarus, FISHER, Francesca Lombardo, Justin Martin, Seth
Troxler, Shiba San, Sofi Tukker, being joined by over 100 more
artists across the 200 acre grounds which boasts a beach,
lakeside views, a verdant forest and lush green fields for its
revellers.
ELEMENTS LAKEWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL
24 - 27 MAY 2019
LAKEWOOD, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES
Spread across 3 days and nights with near enough non-stop
music, Elements Lakewood 2019 will feature acts across
house, world beats, techno, bass, jam rock and funk on seven
uniquely-themed stages. Building upon last year’s décor and
artistic offerings, the return of the Pirate Ship to the Water
Stage, day party fans can float around on giant rafts or get in
the groove under the sun on the shore. After dusk, fans can
look forward to spontaneous night time adventures deep into
the forest to marvel at hanging kaleidoscope lights, natural
tree sculptures, climb-on installations, dance to their
favourite DJs under the forest canopy and hang out in hidden
tree houses. This year will also see them add an additional
late night forest stage nestled among 80 foot pine trees
covered in woodland décor.
Aside from the stand out musical performances Elements &
Lakewood are forward thinking and offer up a range of
different activities for attendees to get involved with, offering
attendees a break from the dance floor. attendees will be
able to participate in aromatherapy, bass, hip-hop and sunset
yoga, a cuddle and consent class, ecstatic dance, improv
comedy workshops, sound baths, and plenty more.
www.elementslakewood.com
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TESS
The Mauritian DJ whose smile will lift
your spirits. I discovered Tess last year
at the Royauté event, her set was just
full of joy and passion - you could see
and hear how much she loved doing
what she was doing. With a good sense
of the hottest underground house and
dance music, her selections keep the
crowd excited. Female DJs are a rarity
on the island, so she has high aims of
empowering and inspiring women to
follow their dreams. I was able to chat
with Tess about her music thoughts…
Tell us about yourself and how you got
into music.
I'm 32 years old and work in
Communication & Events for the newly
built world class theatre in Mauritius,
the Caudan Arts Centre. I live in the
North where all the fun is happening. I
consider DJing more as a passion, rather
than a job, as it doesn't pay the bills.
Music has always been part of my life
since I was a kid. My dad is an audiophile
and he used to sing to me all the time.
While having pretty tough teenage
years (like many other teenagers I
guess), music was omnipresent and I
kind of took refuge in it. My dream back
then was (probably like many teenage
girls) to be a singer, but I was way too
shy so I gave up very easily. Years
passed and music was "just" a
companion until I came back to
Mauritius. I was studying in Australia for
a few years while going out with an
Israeli DJ, and I guess that's what got me
into DJing.
I finished my studies in Australia and
came back for holidays with the
intention of going back for work. Instead
after the holidays, I decided to stay on
a whim and met a DJ friend, Aakash
Kalachand who offered to give me a few
DJing lessons after work at 11pm!!
That's how motivated I was hehe.
That's where it all started and I have
been DJing since. It started slow, as I
wasn't confident at all, and I never had
any equipment at home so I was
practicing when I was playing in front
of people! A few years later, I saw that
David Jay was giving courses on vinyl,
and I did not know how to play on them,
so I got into the course with him to get
better and I don't regret it. The
experience was great and I am very
grateful that this very talented DJ
shared his knowledge with me, and a
few other people.
You’re deeply immersed in the
Mauritian music scene, how would you
explain its current status and its
development over the years?
I started listening to electronic music
when I was 15, during the time I was
going to El Diablo (more precisely "Pass
out" for those who remember!), where
I found a taste for this type of music.
Back then, it was really underground and
listened to only by a closed circle of
people. Since that time, the
underground music scene evolved
drastically. With the boom of events a
few years ago, this kind of music became
accessible to more and more people
who started loving it. Today, I
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can say that the Mauritian crowd (not
everyone obviously) loves electronic
music, which was definitely not the case
a few years ago.
Have you found any challenges being
a female in the music industry?
Being a female in this industry can be
challenging, but, I think it's a strength.
I think that people love seeing a woman
behind the decks, they are not used to
that, especially here in Mauritius.
Sometimes, I get booked because I'm a
woman (other than my music of course).
But yes, of course it's sometimes
challenging as you still feel that some
male DJs are not always very happy
about it, but to be really honest, I don't
feel that very often.
You have a spiritual connection with
music, can you tell us a little more
about that?
I don't know about a spiritual
connection :) but I feel complete with
music definitely. I am a very emotional
person (way too much!) and, I think that
I manage somehow to pass this on to
the crowd as I think I play music with
emotions. I'm not into (only) banging
music. I need emotions. I need
goosebumps!
What are your interests other than
music?
Travelling when I can, I just found a new
interest in scuba diving, fine dining,
boat trips & going to the beach.....
MASSAGES!
What advice would you give to aspiring
DJs?
Never give up, keep trying and most
importantly, PRACTICE as much as you
can. A few DJs (David Jay, Creamcracker
/ The bakery,...) give courses, register
yourself and go for it. I also encourage
more girls to do it!
What have been your highlights in the
industry so far, and what can we expect
from you in the future?
Warming up for big international DJs
(Guy Mantzur, They Dream / Boris
Brejcha) or playing in front of 4,000
people were definitely the highlights of
my career last year. You can expect a bit
bigger in the future, and maybe some
music production hopefully, and why
not an international gig...
Any last words?
Thanks a lot for the opportunity to
Audiation Magazine, thank you so much
for your support Ruby. I would like to
thank all my friends / family, my
boyfriend and "supporters" without
who I wouldn't be doing what I love
today. Let's keep on dancing.
__________________________________
UPCOMING EVENT:
The Beach Party, 9 March 2019
C Beach Club, Bel Ombre, Mauritius
www.facebook.com/TessDeChalain
www.soundcloud.com/pupuce_00
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Life is about waves. Everything is
frequency. Your ears interpret waves of
frequency when you hear music, your eyes
interpret frequency and translates it into
a visual image and so on. These waves of
frequency mirror each other, for if you
have a very low wave you must have an
equally high one. You can't have one
without the other. And so the waves of
life are what prevents us from essentially
flatlining where everything would then be
the same all the time. But, if you were
feeling low, you would desire to be feeling
high. So the lows of life birth new desires
of great heights. There is beauty in the
high, and beauty is born from the
lows. Know that if you are in a low valley,
your next move will be to a high peak. It is
law.
- Elexis Ansley
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Stephan Barnem LP
Brazilian born Stephan Barnem brings to life the long awaited release of his
debut album, on his new label Encants. For the last few years Stephan has
been producing and collecting tracks and he can finally take the chance to
release some of this, up-to-now hidden, material.
The 11 track LP simply entitled ‘Stephan Barnem’ is elegantly put together.
Opening with more deep and melodic electronic tracks like ‘Sunset
Organica’, Stephan journeys us through to techno bangers like ‘MAG1’ and
‘The Break’, which has found itself being supported by the likes of Maceo
Plex & Joseph Capriati.
The Stephan Barnem LP will be released on Beatport, 15th June 2019.
www.soundcloud.com/stephanbarnem
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Cessle
" W h e n a f a n t e l l s m e t h a t
o n e o f m y s o n g s h a s h e l p e d
t h e m g e t t h r o u g h a d i ffi c u l t
s i t u a t i o n , t h a t i s o n e o f m y
g r e a t e s t j o y s . B e c a u s e a t t h e
e n d o f t h e d a y t h a t ' s a l l I ' m
t r y i n g t o d o , h e l p a n d
i n s p i r e o t h e r s t o s e e t h e i r
w o r t h a n d t o fi g h t f o r t h e i r
d r e a m s . " E l e x i s A n s l e y
T H I N G S T H AT M A K E M E
SMILE.
NEW
MUSIC
A modern summer house production swirls together
with the flavourful Spanish vocals. Her sultry air
with his raspy tones. This song unveiled a
relationship to their fans, the video portraying
joyful couple’s memories. Y tu me hiciste
enloquence. The lyrics somewhat contradict this
sweetness with a full-on saucy nature.
And you made
me crazy.
Anuel AA & Karol G -
Secreto
#3 in Spain
CHARTED
A poetic take
on love and heartbreak.
The exquisite highs and silky
smoothness of the chorus is the
focal point, with a catchy hook.
There is a beautiful harmony as his
voice dances together with her
feminine tones. I don’t want to
be alone tonight. This all sits
atop an ultra cool, minimal
production.
Sam Smith & Normani -
Dancing With A Stranger
#6 in UK
Lara Fabian - Je Suis A Toi
(Moto Blanco Remix)
#12 in Mauritius
A funky
production of retro
grooves together with the
French lyrics give a Parisianchic
feel. The sexy voice draws
you in. Tu me touches et je
suis à toi. There is a gorgeous
oozing sensation of love and
tenderness. You touch me
and I am yours.
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‘Another Lover’ by Danny Blaze & Sharon-Rose is a heartfelt moment of
lost love. The modern uk garage beat flits underneath atmospheric waves
of sound and sturdy piano melodies. Now you’re gone, I just want you
more than ever. The production is quietly confident, allowing the voice to
shine. The passion and sorrow overflow through sweet, hazy vocal tones.
I’m sitting here like a fool. Her mix of fresh verses together with smooth
flows create a lovely balance.
After picking up huge support on grimey banger ’Shell’, singersongwriter,
producer and label owner, Sharon Rose returns with twosided
house and garage single, "Another Lover", alongside Flex FM,
festival and club DJ/producer, Danny Blaze.
Sharon Rose’s fascination with Grime began in the early 2000s, when it
evolved from UK Garage. To pay homage to this, Sharon-Rose decided to
release a UK Garage track as a spin-off from her Grime track “Shell”.
Danny Blaze provides a classic UK Garage production style with elements
of R&B and Reggae on the original edit, while Sharon-Rose provides a
darker production style on the ‘Nightmare Remix’ which blends classical-
Grime, UK House and Afro genres.
www.facebook.com/DannyBlazeOnline
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Bright energy!
The art of brass.
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The ‘Movente LP’ by Cleptophonic is an incredible journey of
thought and emotions. The variation of moods and
experimentation is perplexing throughout the course of 12
tracks. The gentle waves of ‘Degrade’ sway your soul into a
delightful zone, the visions of tranquil waters surrounded by
nature come to mind. The grungy though moreish depths of
‘Dust’ darken the scene. ‘Wrong Place’ takes you down a warped
alley with futuristic sci-fi sounds making you question your
surroundings. ‘Bonheur’ once again spins us into another realm,
this charming sensation of the light air and classical smooth
strings take us to the shores of the French coastline in a distant
memory.
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Movente is a debut LP from a vital and long standing figure of Italy’s clubbing
scene under a brand new alias. That alias is Cleptophonic, and the album, due
in 2019, is an autobiographical collage of experimental trip hop sounds that is
truly immersive.
Under a former alias, Cleptophonic has spent years DJing and experimenting
in the studio and has made a real impact on his native scene as a result. He is a
very delicate person with a serious attention to detail that he puts to best use
by delving deep into what he loves: playing on turntables and immersing
himself in a sonic realm cuts him off from the real world and acts as therapy
for this meticulous and selective person and artist.
He is a master of a stylish musical collage technique – both in sound and
images. As such Movente is a collage of different sounds, sampled with the
turntables and put together with Logic, while his passion for collage also spills
over onto the album cover, which is made by pieces of paper from magazines,
newspapers and comic strips. The result is an experimental trip-hop album
with a singular sound that puts together pieces of life, sounds and images that
are meaningful for him, especially the last song, which is dedicated to his
mother who sadly committed suicide a few years ago.
The album release event at Studio dB, Berlin on 17 March 2019, sits alongside
a sound therapy training course organised by the Pregnant Void movement.
This 1st level program presents the unity of the human body and sound. It
teaches topics such as vibrational massage, communication through harmonic
singing and biofield tuning.
www.pregnantvoid.bandcamp.com/album/movente-lp
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The ‘ Orchestral EP’ by Ravvyn Eston is a compelling experience of sound
with the blend of modern dance and orchestra elements. Main track
‘Earth’ is a lively dance number which presents fantastic string work to
build interest and excitement. The Orchestral Mix of this track
emphasizes the beauty and wonder. It brings forth enchanting melodies
and a leisurely pace clashed skillfully against the upbeat energy. ‘Truth’
takes a turn down the dark side with strong, pulsating strides of power
and rushing electricity.
www.twitter.com/RavvynEston
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‘Chauffeur’ by Cyanide ft Paigey Cakey & S Wavey is a smooth and sexy
blend. A flavourful Caribbean vibe sets the mood on the production with
various rhythmic percussion. This is contrasted with beautiful bold flairs
of strings and piano chords. The heady vocal mix involves slick lyrical
pops, sensual waves of huskiness and sweet tones of desire. She don’t
want a joker. The theme surrounds a need for a real man, loyal and
loving.
Cyanide has been staking out the UK music scene for a number of years
but with his latest release ‘Chauffeur’ alongside Paigey Cakey and S
Wavey, he’s making a breakthrough to a whole different level. Dressed
head to toe in Jamaican vibes, ‘Chauffeur’ comes with a wavy Bashment
sound. The video itself is set in Kingston and takes in the local Passa
Passa street party as the backdrop, teamed with artists, dancers, selectors
and even a cameo appearance form UK favourite Cashh(tastic), that make
for a true slice of the island, mixed with a twist of the UK.
Originally born in Burnt Savannah before moving to London, Cyanide has
deep-rooted heritage on the island, which has always been core to his
music and ‘Chauffeur’ is the perfect example of it. Adding his exceptional
production skills to the record is super producer Rymez (Stefflon Don –
Hurtin Me, Wiley – Heat Wave), and features from Paigey Cakey and S
Wavey add in a sexy, melodic spin plus a portion of the streets.
www.instagram.com/cyanide_oftm_artist
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‘Making Love’ by Rae Stewart is steamy. The cool tone of the production
takes us through steadily. Her sulky, raw attitude is taken over by him.
It's a conflict of knowing the darker truths of the world, yet needing to let
him be free. I just want you to be safe. The vocals move into a smooth and
seductive mood. Sparkling flourishes of chimes and zills accompany the
chorus of romantic indulgence. Baby come home. The feverish need and
love rise to a climax with a beautiful piano melody.
Making Love is the new single by fresh Mancunian R&B artist Rae
Stewart, produced by the renowned Birmingham based producer Triple B
(2000 & Triple ENT). The slick R&B production, featuring Rae’s cool, sexy
vocals, is influenced by the late 90’s R&B & Hip-Hop greats such as
Destiny’s Child, Missy Elliot, but has a definite 2019 edge. Rae
says, “Making Love was originally a freestyle that I wrote over the beat,
sent to me by Triple B. Then, we decided to film me singing it after a
show I had in Manchester and put it on socials. It got over thousands of
likes across the board and a great response by the public and well-known
artists. So, we went to the studio in the same week and turned into a
proper song and released it in late November on all digital platforms.”
The video for Making Love, directed by Rae and her manager J.Gray,
showcases new aspects of her creative talent.
From a playlist on Birmingham’s top radio station, the Newstyle Radio
98.7 FM to the thousands of new Instagram followers, Making Love is
already taking the world by storm. This builds on the momentum of
2018. Her EP Hear Me won her new fans, live shows and media support,
with the private listening party in Rae’s hometown of Manchester to
celebrate its release a sell-out success. Be Down hit the top 30 in Music
Week’s Pop Chart and Fake Love was confirmed as DJ Target’s Unsigned
Artist Song of The Week.
Rae Stewart started singing at only three years old. By the age of 18, she
was a part of the group Venus alongside two other girls from Manchester.
In that time, she appeared in TV show Asbo Teens to Beauty Queens. The
response was mind blowing, with requests from TV, record labels and
managers filling up Rae’s inbox.
In December, Rae performed live at The Drop | Link Up TV show in
London receiving rave reviews. More shows are planned for 2019 - stay
tuned on her social media for the latest updates.
www.raestewartofficial.com
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‘Gemini’ by Euphoric Nation is a refreshing wave of sound. The dark bass
wobbles and rising tempo create an intriguing intensity. A lovely airy voice
trickles in, adding a touch of softness against the hard beat. The middle
section brings enlightenment and depth. We drop into the big dance energy -
put your hands in the air, jump up and enjoy this moment!
Hot off of their performance at Rev Ultra Lounge for Trance Paradise 400,
Euphoric Nation wants nothing more than to keep the good vibes flowing.
Enter in forthcoming release “Gemini”, making its way soon to a speaker near
you on the home of future-forward musical expression, OHM Music! The
Minneapolis duo comprised of Don Ortega and Justin Zanish have dedicated
their lives to designing melodic masterpieces that feed the soul and with
“Gemini” waiting in the wings, you better be ready to lose yourself completely
to the rhythm of the night.
In astrology, Gemini is represented by twins, half-immortal and fueled by a
curiosity for the living experience. Those that fall under the Gemini sign are
often looked at as having two personalities while remaining thoughtful,
restless, and insatiably ready for fun. Translate this concept to sound and
Euphoric Nation unveils a billowing soundscape where dark carnal tones find
their perfect match within a heavenly harmony. Connected to the beat as if it
was our lifeline, our inner spirit begins to glow with an overwhelming feeling
of bliss. But, it is the latter half of the track that unveils the flip side of the
Gemini trait as the festival inspired top end pushes the energy to the limit in
all the right ways!
www.euphoricnation.us
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Sweet and sinful.
Profound thoughts
amidst
spontaneity.
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‘Days To Years’ by Benvenue is a dark show of emotions. A moment of
reflection, and then suddenly the powerful rock track slams into action. A
false note of happiness. The emotive, passionate, rugged, despondent
vocals capture your attention. A theme of sorrow, love-lorn, a distressed
heart and mind. This twists into a new revelation, the mood shifting with
the lighter tone - You are free.
Melodic alternative rock band BENVENUE is announced the release of "Days
To Years," their latest track and music video. On it, the Bay Area band is
challenging the listener to look within themselves, much like their previous
single "Wake Up Now" which was also co-produced by Jason Mater (Disney
Music Publishing) and has over 33,000 YouTube views.
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"One thing we've realized is there is absolutely no substitution for lost time,
especially when going through difficult experiences," the band shared with
PureGrainAudio, who premiered the video. "As we get older, days to years
happens faster, but time also becomes way more meaningful. We seem to
embrace life's beauty whether good or bad as a learning experience.
"The inspiration for writing 'Days to Years' stemmed from déjà vu. The
challenge is sometimes living in the moment and embracing it. When you
finally realize the lesson was for yourself, it always seems to come years
later and that's when you truly become free. We chose this song to be our
next single because we feel it's completely relatable to any person. The
listener should sink into the beginning guitar swells and embrace the song's
journey."
The band first began in 2004 when Francis Blay (vocals) and Sid Slater
(guitar) met while attending UC Berkeley, playing for Cal football, and
began writing songs together. After graduation and moving to Los Angeles
for a short time, Blay and Slater settled back in Northern California and
solidified the lineup with their Cal teammate Erik 'Erob' Robertson (bass)
and Sid's childhood friend, Moon (drums) in 2008.
www.benvenueband.com
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‘Ekki Hugsa’ by Ólafur Arnalds is a work of art. The
production is a beautifully and carefully crafted
piece consisting of intricate detail using few modes
of sound. The twinkling piano sets a base like a
gentle stream trickling between the rocks. These
rocks come in the form of jagged and bold strings.
The tempo increases, the two instruments swirl
together rising to a dramatic crescendo.
The music video is equally full of charm. One bare
room of various types of people of all backgrounds
and minds - together as one. Feeling this moment.
Dancing, telling their stories through motion,
holding each other’s hands. Feeling and reflecting
the vibrations. A perfect balance of un-balance.
Filmed in his native Iceland, the title of the new
release translates as ‘don’t think’, and features
uplifting synthesised melodies combined with
acoustic cello hooks, resulting in Ólafur’s
distinctive, multi-layered sound.
"The video is about not overthinking and getting
lost in a moment. When you turn off the noise in
your brain so much creativity can be discovered
inside of yourself." - Ólafur Arnalds
The video, produced and directed by Arni & Kinski,
features a highly-choreographed routine created by
Asrun Magnusdottir and Alexander Roberts,
showcasing both contemporary and traditional
steps.
‘ekki hugsa' features Ólafur’s ground-breaking new
software, Stratus, which transforms the piano into a
unique and entirely modern instrument. The Stratus
Pianos are two self-playing, semi-generative player
pianos and the centrepiece of Ólafur’s latest works.
The custom-built software controlling the pianos is
the result of two years of work by Ólafur and audio
developer Halldór Eldjárm.
www.olafurarnalds.com
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‘Say Something’ by Nasser Baker is the ultimate power track. The pumping
beat and funky electro grooves bring those feelgood head-bopping vibes.
Snappy, addictive vocal lines get you hooked with a moody, untamed attitude.
I saw you from across the room. The classic timid story comes with a retro
video complete with a fade and a pink boiler suit. My back against the wall
and I don’t know what I should do.
Widely noted as ‘One To Watch’ in 2019, named one of DJ Mag’s ‘Cheeky
Bubblers’, Nasser Baker is one of the hottest talents of the moment. Mentee of
House legend Dennis Ferrer, Nasser released one of summer 2018’s biggest
tracks ‘Say Something’; confirmed in Annie Mac’s Best Dance Tracks of 2018’.
With over 600K streams on Spotify, the track blew up across dancefloors and
radio airwaves. Grante Pete Tong’s ‘Essential New Tune’ and Annie Mac’s
‘Hottest Record In The World’ on BBC Radio 1, ‘Say Something’ was fed out to
dancefloors worldwide by the likes of Fat Boy Slim, Groove Armada, Richie
Hawtin and Camelphat. In a continuation of such success, Nasser now presents
the ‘Say Something’ official music video.
Showcasing Nasser’s fresh style, the ‘90s inspired video showcases the story
behind the track itself; a fun take on the iconic vocals. In a Fresh Prince of
Bellaire fashion, we follow a boy at a party, trying to impress a girl he likes.
Among little success and a mixture of entertaining dance moves, he finds
himself stuck on repeat, repeatedly waking up to the same morning before
finding himself back at the party trying to impress the same girl.
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‘Think About You’ by Mullally tugs at your heartstrings. The sweet
and raw emotions pour through his versatile vocal tones - those
exquisite highs a treat to the ears and a contrast against the gruff
moments. The production is unfussy. A light piano guiding the
atmosphere whilst the percussion stands strong and plays against
his vocals to create a nice balance. You tear me apart with your
silence. The story of an unrequited love is told through the
passionate lyrics. We came so close, I could taste it.
Brit-soul contemporary Mullally returns with emotive new ballad,
‘Think About You’ - a track produced by Grammy-nominated duo
Rice’N’Peas, the brains behind G-Eazy hit, ‘Some Kind Of Drug’, and
Bazzi’s standout smash, ‘Beautiful’ ft Camilla Cabello.
“Think About You’ is me spilling my feelings on a page, and into a
song”, explains Mullally. “Sometimes we forget that the world
doesn’t stop when you go through shit. I had to pick myself up and
go to the studio when I was emotional and drunk, and in a happy
accident we captured a really honest, true reflection of what was
happening in my life at the time. Writing this song allowed me some
clarity.”
Laying his emotions bare and spotlighting powerful, rasping tones,
‘Think About You’ also sees Mullally draw influence from classic RnB
and Soul, to tell the story of a love cherished and lost. Delivered
with a tenderness that belies his age, it is the latest in a series of
singles that have reinforced his credentials as one of the UK’s most
promising breakout acts.
A graduate from Access to Music College – whose alumni include Ed
Sheeran and Rita Ora - Mullally has been steadily building a solid
fan base through a string of strong releases and repurposed pop
songs like ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Vows’ while working with celebrated
producers like Cool & Dre (Beyonce, Jay-Z), DarkChild (Michael
Jackson, Rihanna, Sam Smith) and Two Inch Punch (Sam Smith and
Rag n Bone Man). Mullally has also supported Anne-Marie, the UK’s
biggest breakthrough act of 2018, Jess Glynne, RAYE and Clean
Bandit on his come-up over the last two years.
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‘Loose’ by FVLCRVM is an intriguing meld of sounds and styles. Sounds bubble
up in this modern, experimental production. The vocals are both cool and
somewhat monotonous, yet also pull at these restraints of confinement, finally
leaping forward and shaking you by the shoulders. The air so hot it’s boiling
the blood. The trendy main section swings in with flaring high notes and a
nifty beat. Endlesss white dunes. The artistic and obscure lyrics could be a
metaphorical representation of fighting for something or someone you love,
against all odds.
FVLCRVM’s “Hi!” to the world as an extraordinary songwriter & vocalist came
as a little surprise to everyone who was solely familiar with his work as a
producer & DJ. Picked by Spotify as number 1 for their renowned “Fresh
Finds” Playlist, his first release ’Notch' went viral and was soon featured by
BBC Radio 6. This gained the Bratislava based artist immediate attention by
tastemakers like Mary Anne Hobs or Machinedrum.
With his follow up “Words”, FVLCRVM offered a crisp and eloquent take on
pop music and provided the viewer with a peak into a mind-blowing version of
a gloomy yet dystopian future. Great support from Spotify and Apple Music as
well as renowned Magazines like DJ MAG & Sound of Music made clear that
FVLCRVM is a name to look out for.
Oscillating between mainstream & underground, between Pop, UK Bass &
Future Beats, FVLCRVM is one of the most promising artists to enter the music
world in 2019.
www.fvlcrvm.com
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A thrilling
mystery!
Bumpy delights.
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EVENTS
Hidden Festival
22 February - 3 March
Australia & New Zealand
Elevate Festival
27 February - 3 March
Graz, Austria
Abroad Fest Barcelona
28 February - 2 March
Barcelona, Spain
Shapes Festival
28 February - 6 March
Leysin, Switzerland
Ultra South Africa
1 - 2 March
South Africa
DLDK: Don’t Let Daddy
Know Amsterdam
1 - 2 March
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Farmer & The Owl
Festival
2 March
Wollongong, Australia
Elrow Lisboa -
Sambowdromo do Brasil
2 March
Lisbon, Portugal
Colour In The Park
2 March
Pathum Thani, Thailand
Festival Transfer
7 - 9 March
Lyon, France
Les Francofolies De La
Reunion
8 - 10 March
Saint-Pierre, Reunion
SXSW: South By
Southwest
8 - 17 March
Austin, United States
A State Of Trance 900 -
Madrid
9 March
Madrid, Spain
Days Like This Festival
9 March
Camperdown, Australia
I Am Hardstyle
9 March
Manheim, Germany
Gasparilla Music
Festival
9 - 10 March
Florida, United States
PURE at C Beach Club:
The Beach Party
9 - 10 March
Bel Ombre, Mauritius
Tomorrowland Winter
9 - 16 March
Alpe D’Huez, France
Fresh Mountain Festival
9 - 16 March
Les Orres, France
Circus Paradise Music
Festival
10 March
Queensland, Australia
Les Nuits De Fourviere
12 March
Lyon, March
Avec Le Temps Festival
12 - 17 March
Marseille, France
SXM Festival
13 - 17 March
Saint-Martin, France
Garasnow - Luchon
Super-Bagneres
15 - 16 March
France
Transmission Australia
16 March
Sydney, Australia
Roadhouse Festival
16 March
Geiselwind, Germany
Pharaonic Festival
16 - 17 March
Chambery, France
Les Nuits De La Filature
16 - 17 March
Lille, France
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Worldwide Festival
Leysin
18 - 24 March
Leysin, Switzerland
Talkfest
22 March
Lisbon, Portugal
Trilogy Purim Chapter IV
- Digital Jungle
21 - 22 March
Israel
BUKU Music & Art
Project
22 - 23 March
New Orleans, United
States
Wonderland Festival
Indoor
23 March
Amsterdam, Netherlands
C2E2
22 - 24 March
Chicago, United States
Circus X The Festival
23 March
Hook Of Holland,
Netherlands
Snowboxx
23 - 30 March
Avoriaz, France
Les Paradis Artificiels
23 - 31 March
Lille, France
Internationale Jazz
Woche
26 - 31 March
Burghausen, Germany
Asuncionico
28 March
Asuncion, Paraguay
Jazz A Megeve
28 - 30 March
Megeve, France
Beat Hotel Marrakech
28 - 31 March
Marrakech, Morocco
Rampage
29 - 30 March
Antwerp, Belgium
ID_NOLIMITS
29 - 30 March
Estoril, Portugal
Hibernation
29 - 31 March
Pas De La Casa, Andorra
Lollapalooza Chile
29 - 31 March
Santiago, Chile
Festival Estereo Picnic
5 - 7 April
Bogota, Colombia
Time Warp DE
6 April
Mannheim, Germany
Snowbombing
8 - 13 April
Mayrhofen, Austria
Caprices Festival
11 - 14 April
Crans-Montana,
Switzerland
Spring Break Salou
13 April - 16 May
Salou, Spain
Le Printemps De Bourges
Credit Mutuel
16 - 21 April
Bourges, France
Ibiza Spring Fest
18 - 23 April
Ibiza, Spain
DGTL Amsterdam
19 - 21 April
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sonar Reykjavik
25 - 27 April
Reykjavik, Iceland
Sunwaves Festival
25 April - 1 May
Mamaia, Romania
Kingsland Festival
Amsterdam
27 April
Amsterdam, Netherlands
MAYDAY Dortmund
30 April
Dortmund, Germany
Annie Mac Presents: Lost
& Found Festival
2 - 5 May
St Paul’s Bay, Malta
DGTL Santiago
3 May
Santiago, Chile
Empire Music Festival
3 - 4 May
Guatemala
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DGTL Sao Paulo
4 May
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Liverpool Sound City
4 - 5 May
Liverpool, United
Kingdom
The Great Escape
Festival
9 - 11 May
Brighton, United Kingdom
Psychedelic Circus Open
Air Festival
9 - 13 May
Gohlen, Germany
Mallorca Live Festival
10 - 11 May
Mallorca, Spain
Norfolk & Norwich
Festival
10 - 26 May
Norwich, United Kingdom
Music On Festival
11 - 12 May
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Jazz a Liege
16 - 19 May
Liege, Belgium
Electric Daisy Carnival -
EDC Las Vegas
17 - 19 May
Las Vegas, United States
Hangout Music Festival
17 - 19 May
Alabama, United States
Dot To Do Festival -
Manchester
24 May
Manchester, United
Kingdom
Elements Festival
24 - 25 May
Dormettingen, Germany
Le Bon Air Festival
24 - 25 May
Marseille, France
We Are FSTVL
24 - 26 May
Upminster, United
Kingdom
Boston Calling Festival
24 - 26 May
Boston, United States
Elements Lakewood
Music & Arts Festival
24 - 27 May
Pennsylvania, United
States
909 Festival
25 May
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Let’s Rock! - Norwich
25 May
Norwich, United Kingdom
Creamfields Presents
Steel Yard London
25 - 26 May
London, United Kingdom
South Central Festival
25 - 26 May
Portsmouth, United
Kingdom
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REFERENCES
James Bay - Scars
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
oVslvM30EWI
http://po.st/CATCi
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www.jamesbay.com
Drooble
www.drooble.com
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Grimaze - Planet Grimaze
www.grimaze.com/album/planetgrimaze
www.grimaze.com
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RockSchool
www.rockschool.bg
Recorder.13
www.soundcloud.com/recorder-13
https://itunes.apple.com/ua/podcast/
recorder-13/id1415732917?l=uk&mt=2
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www.facebook.com/Recorder.13.13
www.instagram.com/recorder.13
Elexis Ansley - One Life
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
kyChR5Up8fo
https://tinyurl.com/y9w3xwvx
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Elexis Ansley - Way Up
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
vunlutFw7PA
https://tinyurl.com/ycebsges
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www.facebook.com/musicbyelexis
www.elexisansley.com
Elements Lakewood Music & Arts Festival
2019
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
Jwz4QAGCiug
www.nightout.com/events/elementslakewood-camping-festival-
mdw-2019/5-24-2019/116288/tickets
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www.elementslakewood.com
TESS
www.facebook.com/TessDeChalain
www.soundcloud.com/pupuce_00
Stephan Barnem LP
www.soundcloud.com/stephanbarnem/
emek-stories-stephan-barnem-2
www.beatport.com/release/thebreak/2482889
---
www,soundcloud.com/stephanbarnem
Anuel AA & Karol G - Secreto
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
gFZfwWZV074
https://umle.lnk.to/zymcdFp
---
www.anuelaa.com
www.karolgmusic.com
Sam Smith & Normani - Dancing With A
Stranger
www.youtube.com/watch?v=av5JD1dfj_c
http://samsmith.world/DWASVD
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www.samsmithworld.com
www.instagram.com/Normani
Lara Fabian - Je Suis A Toi (Moto Blanco
Remix)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
mwY9dwMBGxU
https://www.deezer.com/en/
album/82439902
---
www.larafabian.com
www.facebook.com/motoblancou
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Danny Blaze & Sharon-Rose - Another
Lover
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=5ChUq7MZ5do
http://hyperurl.co/AnotherLoverLinks
---
www.facebook.com/DannyBlazeOnline
www.facebook.com/SharonRoseOfficial
Aamos - Callisto
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
H13q-3CL86Y
www.beatport.com/release/
callisto/2489640
---
www.soundcloud.com/amo-r
Hyde Park Brass - Powerhouse EP
www.soundcloud.com/user-534158427/
overture
www.deezer.com/en/album/83901922
---
www.hydeparkbrass.com
Cleptophonic - Movente LP
www.soundcloud.com/pregnantvoid/
cleptophonic-odissey
www.pregnantvoid.bandcamp.com/
album/movente-lp
Ravvyn Eston - Orchestral EP
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZ-
SRx0o8A8
www.beatport.com/release/orchestralep/2506635
---
www.twitter.com/RavvynEston
Cyanide ft Paigey Cakey & S Wavey -
Chauffeur
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
v5rm4MqDedI
http://smarturl.it/ChauffeurByCyanide
---
www.instagram.com/cyanide_oftm_artist
www.twitter.com/Paigey_Cake
www.s-wavey.com
Rae Stewart - Making Love
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
uW05z1GqfAc
https://lnk.to/makinglove
---
www.raestewartofficial.com
Euphoric Nation - Gemini
www.soundcloud.com/thisisohmmusic/
gemini-teaser
www.beatport.com/release/
gemini/2494734
---
www.euphoricnation.us
Deadly Habitz - Black & Blue
www.soundcloud.com/four40recordsuk/
sets/deadly-habitz-black-blue
www.beatport.com/release/black-andblue/2507375
---
www.facebook.com/djdeadlyhabitz
Camo & Krooked - Atlas
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=3DYJ8aj9Ft8
http://ukf.io/AtlasYo
---
www.camoandkrooked.com
Benvenue - Days To Years
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
XsVjrKPZB-8
www.deezer.com/en/album/85776722
---
www.benvenueband.com
Ólafur Arnalds - Ekki Hugsa
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
eZ4B13ngUrY
https://mkx.lnk.to/OAehID
---
www.olafurarnalds.com
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Nasser Baker - Say Something
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
Frfa8S7LO6w
https://nasserbaker.lnk.to/
SaySomethingID
---
www.facebook.com/nasserbakermusic
Mullally - Think about You
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=2FpFvyPh5Ok
https://lnk.to/ThinkAboutYou
---
www.facebook.com/mullallymusic
FVLCRVM - Loose
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
PQjO2KgdXgM
https://uma.lnk.to/loose
---
www.fvlcrvm.com
ZAA - Sahara
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieu6kpR8zk
https://perfecto.choons.at/sahara
---
www.facebook.com/OfficialZaa
Sine Step - Long Time
www.soundcloud.com/slimetime/sets/
sine-step-long-time-ep-dwn012
https://lnk.to/LongTime
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www.soundcloud.com/sine-step
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Audiation Magazine, Issue AM056
On The Cover:
Elexis Ansley
www.elexisansley.com
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Audiation
Issue AM056, 1st March 2019
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