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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 

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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 

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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 . 

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"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." 

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Thanks to: 

AWJ Recordings 

Bobbin Head Music 

DJ S.K.T 

IO Production 

Jukebox PR 

Kenja Records 

Leopolis Jazz Fest 

Media PR UK 

NexGen Music 

On The Rise Promotions 

Rae Stewart 

Refuge Recordings 

Relish PR Factory 

Rogers & Cowan 

Slime Recordings 

Space Promotions 

T8PES 

Ten Letter PR 

The Last InnHouse 

Thumbs Up 

Tiff Cornish 

T8PES photography by Matt 

Wilson 

T8PES, Glee Club photography by 

Matt Crockford 

The Netherlands first rehearsal 

2019 photography by Thomas 

Hanses 

The Last InnHouse, Durham, March 

2019 photography by David Wala 

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CONTENTS 

8 Shows Guide 

10 Leopolis Jazz Fest 

13 SMILE: T8PES 

14 Tiff Cornish 

20 Mythical Sound 

22 The Music Was On 

24 Peace & T8PES 

26 Ibiza Live TV 

28 T8PES 

31 Note To Self… 

32 Dare To Dream 

34 #AudiationNation 

35 SMILE: Rae Stewart 

36 Ben Harper 

38 Rae Stewart 

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Hi Guys & Dolls... 

Our cover sports an oldschool theme with a black & white shot of artist T8PES and his 

inspirational message. The back cover shares this theme, mimicking the dark grey studio 

walls. This month we launched #AudiationNation, the bi-weekly collaborative playlist which 

allows you to share your favourite songs of the moment. Get involved with this feature on 

our Facebook page every second & fourth Saturday of the month. As a great highlight each 

year, which we always look forward to, we checked out this year’s Eurovision Song Contest… 

We congratulate The Netherlands and Duncan Laurence for a passionate winning 

performance! 

In this issue: ‘Let Us Dance’ by Drea Pizziconi is our SMILE song with a great sense of female 

empowerment. We give you the lowdown on one of Europe’s best-loved Jazz festivals - 

Leopolis Jazz Fest - in Ukraine this June with acts including Adrien Brandeis, Diana Krall, 

Bobby McFerrin, Lisa Stansfield and more. Aah Melbourne… Sharm discovers the street art, 

culture and musical world of this wondrous city. She meets female DJ Tiff Cornish, talking 

about her love of various genres and simple ambition to create an enjoyable atmosphere 

when playing out. Turn up the mythical sounds, I get my hands on the Swipe Unicorn 

Shaped Speaker and tell you why it’s a must-have for summer. The music was ON. Cessle 

heads to Music On festival and gives us the highlights of the incredible event which was still 

felt right through the body a week later! Get a slice of the Ibiza lifestyle. I find out about 

Ibiza Live TV, the perfect companion to guide you around the iconic island and keep you upto-date 

with the local events. Do it because you love it. I chat with the inspirational mind of 

T8PES, a truly humble artist just doing what he loves and making a positive impact on the 

world through music. Steve shares his reflections with us, finding himself together with the 

loving memory of Josh Butler’s ‘Ocean’ song. Dare to dream with our highlights of this year’s 

Eurovision Song Contest. Find out about Ben Harper’s upcoming concert in Mauritius which 

is set to be a spectacular night of soul music. Be you, never change. I grab a moment with 

singer Rae Stewart as she rises in the urban music scene and tells us of her journey so far. 

We've got your events guide, show listings and music from The Last InnHouse, Aaron Static, 

Vina Rose, DSHunt, MITAD, Misc Mood and more. 

Ruby x 

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S h e i s a w a r r i o r 

L a d i e s , l e t u s d a n c e 

W e w h i s p e r t o t h e w i n d a n d 

m a n i f e s t o u r r e a l i t y . 

T i m e t o e x h a l e , r e l e a s e 

W e c a n d o a n y t h i n g 

Drea Pizziconi - Let Us Dance

SHOWS 

London timezone 

Radio | Podcast 

Monday 

10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1 

10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK 

2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM 

6pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio 

Tuesday 




Sister Bliss In Session | House & Dance 

A State Of Trance | Trance 

Wednesday 



2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM 


Thursday 



6pm Jeremy Sylvester | House & UK Garage - Urban Dubz Facebook 


Toolroom Radio | House & Dance 

Global Warm Up | House & Dance 


Friday 


11am 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 

11am 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 

11am Sunday Recharge | Dance - One World Radio 

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 

Stashed Sessions | House & Techno 

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LEOPOLIS JAZZ FEST 

Priceless summer days… 26 - 30 June sees a great celebration for Jazz music in 

Lviv, Ukraine. Leopolis Jazz Fest is a brilliant 5 day showcase of the genre with 

live performances, workshops, jazz-themed film screenings, street music acts, 

a fairground and more. With over 100,000 international visitors each year, the 

annual event is famed as one of the best jazz festivals in Europe. 

LEOPOLIS JAZZ FEST 

26 - 29 JUNE 2019 

LVIV, UKRAINE 

This year’s festival has a jam-packed programme with tremendous artists 

across three stages: the Eddie Rosner stage, Rynok Square and Pototsky Palace 

yard. Acts will include Peter Cincotti, Adrien Brandeis Quintet, Claudia 

Campagnol, Month of Sundays, Pokaz Trio and LosSamos. Street music artists 

will also get the chance to shine, with open-air auditions prior to the event, 

concerts will present the best local talent as chosen by the public. 

Two large picnic areas allow guests to watch performances on LED screens and 

enjoy interactive areas, carnival rides, food courts, souvenir stalls and further 

entertainment. Movie screenings will also present collections from Leonid 

Goldshtein, an icon of the Ukrainian Jazz movement. And, if that were not 

enough, the cool double-decker #Borjomibus gives its top deck to performers 

as it takes a tour of Lviv. 


EDDIE ROSNER STAGE 

Adrien Brandeis – a young, award 

winning French pianist and composer, 

winner of the LetterOne “Rising Stars” 

Jazz Award – will be the first to perform 

on the Eddie Rosner stage, followed by 

three-time Grammy Award winners 

Snarky Puppy, one of the most longawaited 

bands at the festival, made up 

of modern fusion and funk jazz 

musicians. 

Etienne Mbappe & the Prophets will 

also perform on the festival’s main 

stage. This famous Cameroonian bass 

player and composer already 

performed on the fest stage in 2012 as 

a member of John McLaughlin’s 4th 

Dimension. 

A performance by Diana Krall – a famous 

Canadian singer and pianist – her first 

in Ukraine, is sure to create a stir among 

attendees. Diana will perform with 

world-famous musicians Joe Lovano, 

one of the world’s best saxophonists; 

Marc Ribot, a uniquely skilled guitarist 

who makes plays music from a range of 

genres – from free jazz to rock; Robert 

Hurst, a world-class double bass player 

and 7-time Grammy Award winner; and 

Karriem Riggins, a celebrated jazz 

drummer. 

Jazz legend Kenny Barron will also be 

visiting Ukraine for the first time. This 

American composer, arranger and “the 

most lyric pianist of our time” will come 

to Lviv accompanied by his quintette. 

A performance from Bobby McFerrin – 

one of the world’s best known vocal 

improvisers, who transforms his voice 

into a music instrument – and his 

Gimme5 (circlesongs) program is 

expected to be exceptional and 

breathtaking. The concert hall in B. 

Khmelnytskyi Park will be adapted for 

an impromptu choir consisting of about 

80 people, including the Lviv National 

Music Academy Student Choir, acapella 

groups ManSound and United People, 

Jamala, LAUD, Laura Marti, Kristina Marti, 

Olya Chernyshova, Liza Bairak and 

Uliana Holinei. 

Pianist, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist 

and composer Jon Cleary and his band 

The Absolute Monster Gentlemen will 

also perform on the Eddie Rosner stage. 

His music clearly reflects the influence 

of funk, R&B, soul, gospel, Afro-Cuban 

rhythms and, of course, the New Orleans 

school of piano-playing. 

World-famous pianist, composer and 

22-time Grammy Award winner Chick 

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Corea will perform with the Spanish 

Heart Band project, which includes a 

bright mixture of fusion-jazz and 

traditional Latin music. The name itself 

is a throw-back to the legendary album 

My Spanish Heart from 1976. The 

performance will be accompanied by a 

flamenco dancer. 

American singer and pianist Peter 

Cincotti will perform on the last day of 

the festival. At the age of 18, Cincotti 

became the youngest musician ever to 

reach #1 on the Billboard jazz chart. 

Since then, Cincotti has performed in 

the world’s most prestigious concert 

halls, from New York’s Carnegie Hall to 

L'Olympia in Paris. 

soul and pop music for over 30 years. 

Her first success came in the ‘80s when 

the song “Big Thing” climbed to #11 in 

the UK charts and hit the top-10 dance 

charts in America. Lisa Stansfield has 

received many awards, including Brit 

Awards, Ivor Novello Awards and 

Billboard Music Awards. 

STAGES ON RYNOK SQUARE AND IN 

THE POTOTSKY PALACE YARD 

Guests and residents of Lviv will enjoy 

two free stages in the downtown area – 

on Rynok Square and in the Pototsky 

Palace yard. Top music bands and 

groups from Austria, Denmark, Israel, 

Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Germany, 

Turkey, Hungary, France and 

Switzerland are due to perform there. 

Most of the performances will be 

traditionally sponsored by embassies 

and institutes. 

CONSTITUTION DAY 

On June 28, Ukraine’s Constitution Day, 

a concert featuring celebrated 

Ukrainian musicians will be held for 

festival attendees. In 2019, N , Skhid- 

Side and Dennis Adu’s big-band with the 

exclusive “Jazzy DeLuxe” show will 

perform on the Rynok Square Stage. 

Everybody Jazz in Lviv! 

www.leopolisjazz.com 

Our special guest at the festival is one 

of the Britain’s most famous singers – 

Lisa Stansfield. She has been combining 


" S e e i n g o t h e r p e o p l e s h i n e . 

N a t u r e . A n i m a l s & W i l d l i f e . 

C h i l d r e n p l a y i n g a n d d a n c i n g w i t h 

n o t e v e n a s m i d g e n o f s e l f 

c o n s c i o u s n e s s . G r e a t a r t . " T 8 P E S 

T H I N G S T H AT M A K E M E 

SMILE.

AAH MELBOURNE. HOME TO STREET ART 

AND GIFTED DJ’S... 

Melbourne, Australia’s second largest city is home to 

beautiful architecture, wondrous street art and the 

yummiest foodies. In Melbourne you’ll find rich culture 

and hidden gems waiting to be discovered by the 

adventurous and curious. The city touts itself as a 

world leader in coffee and café culture. Coffee snobs? 

Rightfully so! Though, warmly, a socially 

accommodating, welcoming and super friendly city with 

soul - one that had been on my radar since arriving in 

Australia in 2017. It took two years before I ticked it off 

my bucket list. It was indeed a colourful experience on 

every level. 

Before arriving in Australia I connected with a wellknown 

Melbourne-based DJ, Joey Sarantis, who invited 

me to a private party he was playing at. Naturally I 

accepted the experience of mixing with the locals and 

meeting Joey. 

It was that night that I met the beautiful Tiff Cornish, a 

uniquely talented female DJ who’s making huge waves 

in the Australian scene. I was drawn to her presence 

and music as she rocked the decks that night. This 

lovely lady is going places... 


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Tiff Cornish 

Ladies, gentlemen, boys and girls, 

meet Tiff Cornish. 

Aussie DJ, Tiff Cornish has been 

lighting up dance floors with her love 

for techno, house, tech-house and 

disco since 2013. Bringing her glittery 

mixes out as a support act for the likes 

of Hot Dub Time Machine, Motez, 

SAFIA, Marshmello(US) and Hayden 

James. 

Playing regularly around Melbourne’s 

notorious night (or day) spots, 

venturing out to festivals such as 

Beyond The Valley and even heading 

overseas to London-based venues such 

as DJ Mag’s Work Bar. It is safe to say 

Cornish is one to watch out for, where 

ever in the world you may be! 

2018 brought Cornish career 

highlights; winning a competition for 

both Deep House Amsterdam & 

Magnetic Magazine as the featured 

artist and guest mix for the month. 

Tiff gained huge exposure on social 

media platforms worldwide and 

appeared alongside top artists; it was 

a huge tick on the bucket list. However 

nothing compared to 2019 where Tiff 

Cornish’s tech-house track “You Get 

Me” was released on the very popular 

Club Sweat label and almost instantly 

spun on popular Triple J – Friday Night 

Shuffle! 

No stranger to the limelight, Tiff 

Cornish has also had her fair share of 

radio time, spinning on Bondi Radio in 

2017 and 2018. Hosting her own show 

on London’s popular Hoxton Radio, 

where she curated live playlists and 

interviewed successful industry 

professionals! And most recently, upon 

her return to down under, Tiff is 

producing and hosting ‘Our 

Patchwork’, a weekly show on KISS FM. 

Fresh back from London where she 

studied music production & sound 

engineering at Point Blank, honing her 

skills and experimenting with her 

unique style, it’s exciting to see what 

2019 holds and what music Tiff Cornish 

has up her creative sleeve. 

How did it all start for you? 

Music has always been a huge part of 

my life. 

Dabbling in singing, clarinet and piano 

from a young age, the magic of sound 

has always captured my interest and 

heart. 

When I was 18 I started going to 

nightclubs and, one evening, I saw a 

female DJ playing some amazing house. 

She made me stop and really listen to 

dance music. I was totally captivated by 

the sound and feeling. Hooked on this 

music and the adrenalin, I knew I wanted 

to be that girl one day making others 

feel the way I did. And from there I just 

went for it. 

What do you love playing the most? 

To be honest I hate sticking to a single 

genre! 

I love playing everything from tribal 


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house, tech house, melodic techno & on 

the rare occasion a 90s hip-hop tune. I 

love throwing down a really random 

track in the middle of my set! 

Favourite Food? 

Rice! I am completely obsessed with 

rice. 

Who’s your muse in the music world? 

My muse is constantly changing! 

At the moment I am really drawn to 

artists like Tourist, Hayden James, KiNK, 

Freya Ridings, Lane 8 and George 

Fitzgerald. 

“ I w a n t i t t o s o u n d l i k e 

t h e D a l a i L a m a s i n g i n g 

o n t o p o f a m o u n t a i n 2 5 

m i l e s a w a y . ” 

J o h n L e n n o n 

How would you describe the dance 

scene in Melbourne? 

Melbourne has to be one of the best 

places in the world for a party and coffee 

the next day… 

From the underground artists, the 

international superstars and 

undeniably talented locals, the hardest 

part of every weekend or weeknight is 

trying to choose or, as I like to, “party 

split” between the many unique events 

and experiences that lie within the night 

and sunny days. 

Favourite Colour? 

Hmmm pink…. and black. 

What single night out has been the most 

memorable for you? As a DJ As an 

attendee? 

I would say my most memorable night 

out would have to be my first big main 

room performance. 

Somehow my 3 best friends seemed to 

completely take over the stage and the 

dance floor. One had hold of the smoke 

machine control, the other somehow 

found a ladder and was climbing up it 

on stage. And the third was right up the 

front of the dance floor on someone’s 

shoulders just screaming like a maniac 

in front of the decks. 

I have never felt so much love and joy ! 

What are your future plans for your 

music career? 

I am hoping to play a few more sets 

around the world and really work on 

releasing some new tracks with my own 

vocals. 

What is your advice to emerging talent 

and, how they can set aside any fears 

and pursue their dreams with courage? 

Playing music is all about having fun and 

creating the most enjoyable 

atmosphere. I think people (myself 

included) from time to time put so much 


pressure on a certain kind of set and 

sound… we forget why we all started 

spinning records, going out with our 

mates and working that extra shift to 

pay for that ticket to see that DJ. To have 

fun and enjoy life! 

The only fear you should have is: if you 

don’t at least try you will miss out. 

Things aren’t always going to be easy, 

however, set some goals and keep 

pursuing your dreams. Oh and one big 

one – surround yourself with good 

people along the way because they 

make the ride worthwhile. 

Favourite holiday destination? 

influenced you the most? 

I aspire to be the best version of myself. 

My musical family and friends would 

have to be my biggest influences. 

Any parting thoughts for emerging 

artists? 

Courage over comfort. 

__________________________________ 

Latest release 'You Get Me' is out now! 

www.instagram.com/tiffycornish 

www.soundcloud.com/tiffycornish 

El Nido, Phillapines. No wait, Vietnam. 

No – Tel Aviv, Israel... 

Nope it cant be done, I cant choose just 

one! 

What are the things that bug you about 

the DJ scene? 

That free earplugs aren’t provided in 

venues for punters and DJs! 

Name one track that never gets old for 

you no matter how many times you 

hear it? 

Ease On Down The Road 

If you could get eternally stuck in one 

year's music scene, which year would 

that be? 

90s rave scene baby. 

Who do you aspire to and who 

Sharm 

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Mythical Sound 

Explore a fairytale world of enchantment and mystical 

wonders… We’re smitten by the delight and charm of our 

new audio friend - the Swipe Unicorn Shaped Speaker from 

ThumbsUp. 

This cute creature combines music enjoyment with playful 

imagination, perfect for the leisurely sunshine days. With a 

portable size and ease of use through Bluetooth, the 

speaker delivers a powerful 3W sound with a 10 metre 

radius. It also has the ability to make and receive calls with 

a built-in microphone. 

The magical speaker is a fun little item with good sound 

quality, clear verbal and flashing light signals (including 

on/off speech, flashing blue light when playing and 

interchanging blue & red lights when device disconnects), 

and handy buttons to play/pause or skip to previous/next 

track. The speaker offers up to 2 hours of play time and 

comes with a micro USB charging cable. It is small and 

lightweight to pop in your handbag, with a sturdy and 

durable structure for the outdoors. 

Fun, fashionable and designed for modern day living. The 

Swipe Unicorn Shaped Speaker injects innovation into our 

power-hungry and hectic lifestyles, bringing both 

practicality and surprise to the everyday. Because of its super 

portable and compact size this speaker is ideal to throw in 

your handbag or rucksack for those music emergencies or as 

the hot weather strikes for any upcoming picnic, BBQ or 

camping plans. 

With a majestic exterior, what’s not to love! Fantastically 

cute with its vibrant pink, purple and yellow fur, mane and 

flowing locks this gorgeous unicorn makes a great gift idea 

for all ages and any unicorn obsessive at heart. 

The Swipe Unicorn Shaped Speaker is available to buy online 

for £19.99 from ThumbsUp. 

www.thumbsup.com/collections/gifts-for-her/products/ 

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THE MUSIC WAS ON 

There are a few things in life that, historically, the Dutch are either just the best 

at or sit in that same bracket with just a few. Football, windmills, cannabis and 

festivals. Now I’m no stranger to a festival in Holland, as I’ve been to a few, but 

Music On Festival was something else. The music was most definitely on and 

those that were there to hear it could feel it right through their bodies a week 

later. Sweated out T-Shirts, battered bodies and blistered feet was the look and 

feeling that predominately all had succumbed to, because Marco Carola and the 

team behind the project had the music on and it was bumping. From the outlook 

alone, just scoping a view of the line-up of artists that were set to play was enough 

to make your mouth salivate: Jamie Jones, The Martinez Brothers, Apollonia, Paco 

Osuna, Loco Dice, Steve Lawler and the rest. Seeing names like this and knowing 

that this was taking place in the capital of the Netherlands was enough to tickle 

me and get me excited, but being there in full action was a different feeling within 

itself as the Dutch really do know how to put together a party, as does the Music 

On team. The Ibiza nights speak for themselves. 

Music On Festival was set over 2 days in early May and situated at Havenpark 

just a mere 20 minutes from the city centre and the venue truly was a masterpiece. 

My MO experience was only to last just for the 1st day, the Saturday, and it was 

truly enough. It was so good it had me contemplating cancelling my flight and 

rebooking just so I could attend the Sunday, but the responsible grown up inside 


of me won that battle. 1 big field with 2 stages. The main stage came with that 

familiar circus tent look from the outside whilst the inside holds the sounds 

brilliantly and the 2nd stage was the highly memorable greenhouse stage which 

is kind of synonymous with festivals in the ‘Dam. Both stages had indoor layers 

of wooden flooring and, I kid you not, this had an amazing effect. I can do nothing 

but smile whilst drawback memories of losing my sh*t to Apollonia in the 

greenhouse and feeling the floor just bounce beneath me, and those around me, 

as we simultaneously stomped the life out of things. Whilst top acts like Jesse 

Calosso & Marco Farone were there to warm things up in the heat of the afternoon, 

the whole entire festival was buzzing. Whether it be from alcohol, natural 

excitement or whatever, the whole entire grounds were buzzing, and rightly so, 

because riddim after riddim was being dropped across both stages. I stood there 

in the greenhouse with eyes locked to the front as the French trio of Dyed 

Soundorom, Dan Ghenacia & Shonky aka Apollonia dug deep into the record bags 

and played some of the best music I had ever heard in my life. As the evening 

begun to wear on, it just got better and better. 

Over in the main stage Paco Osuna had turned himself into the musical version 

of Bruce Lee and was kung fu kicking the sh*t out the sound system causing every 

raver in sight to dig deep and brandish new festival dance moves getting lost in 

the vibe. Things seemed to take a turn at one point and you could literally feel 

the levels step up a notch when Paco decided to drop Adam Beyer’s 2018 smash 

‘Your Mind’. A set by either The Martinez Brother or Marco Carola was inevitably 

gonna be top class, but The Martinez Brother b2b with Marco Carola was just next 

level. This was different planet stuff. When a set of DJ’s can make you dance your 

bits off and, like it to a track that you would normally hear, and say ‘Its home time 

now’ then you know you the music was incredible. It’s that feeling of enjoying 

something that you know you shouldn’t really like. And for that reason alone, I 

shall be going back next year. Roll on Music On Festival 2020! 

www.facebook.com/musiconofficial 

Cessle 

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Photography by Matt Wilson

Life is a journey. The journey IS the 

reward. Too many people spend too much 

time looking outward for fulfilment. We 

only need look inward. The kingdom of 

heaven resides within each and every one 

of us, we just have to unearth it. When 

we do look outward, we should be looking 

at how we can enrich other people and 

positively impact their lives. My focus 

over the last few years has been on 

emotional intelligence which is not easy 

to develop. If we were taught this stuff 

from a young age then perhaps we 

wouldn't have to go through so much of 

the trauma that life throws up. 

- T8PES

Legendary clubbing memories, white 

sandy beaches, picturesque 

Mediterranean sceneries and 

scorching hot summers - we’d all like 

a slice of the iconic Ibiza lifestyle. 

Ibiza Live TV is your sidekick when 

visiting the island, highlighting the best 

activities and events around. The 

channel delivers up-to-date local and 

international viewing including music 

and wellbeing shows, guides to tourist 

hotspots and information on what’s 

going on in the island. 

“It’s a very exciting time for our business, 

we’re growing faster than anticipated, 

breaking new ground, going to new 

areas. Our approach to the channel is 

focused on good quality content that 

also transitions to the mobile space 

where brands and content creators can 

extend their reach into a new space 

whilst providing value to the hotels. We 

have some very exciting new projects to 

release in 2019 so watch this space.” 

Brett Taylor, CEO 

This influential media platform is a gem 

for getting your brand out there to the 

European tourists visiting Ibiza. In the 

last year, Ibiza Live TV became the 

largest digital screen network in the 

Balearics, generating over 1.3 million 

advertising impacts on tourists. The 

network is also branching into radio 

space in partnership with Playa Sol 

Radio. Their focus is on helping local 

business and tourism to sustain Ibiza’s 

positive market. With the success of the 

channel across more than 100 hotels in 

Ibiza, Barcelona Live TV is also being 

launched to deliver the same great 

service in the vibrant European city. 

The focus at Ibiza Live TV is always on 

streaming great quality content while cocreating 

unique new shows such as The 

Ibiza Vibe, which showcases the best of 

Ibiza products and provides them with a 

platform to connect people with their 

products. Next to that, the channel plays 

a variety of well produced programmes 

focused on the tourists, music and clubs 

that make the White Isle such a globally 

renewed location. Content touches on a 

range of subjects from health to wellness, 

fitness to interviews, DJ sets, music 

features and content from industry 

leading partners such as DJ Mag UK, DJ 

Mag Spain, Essential Ibiza and many 

more. 

This is set to be an exciting year ahead 

for the company as it expands its reach 

with new mediums and continues to 

develop the Ibiza Live TV identity. You 

can find out more from them at 

International Music Summit 2019 in 

Ibiza. 

www.ibizalive.tv 


I can see your spirit in the sky 

When northern lights are dancing 

Show me the light... 

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The extraordinary vocal talent from 

Birmingham, UK, not only inspires us 

musically but also with his warm heart. 

‘Flashback’ to 2018 when we first 

discovered the wonder of T8PES with 

this debut single. Feel a huge burst of 

positivity and motivation as you press 

play, and you’re taken back to the 90s 

rave. 

T8PES is not just a man, T8PES is a 

movement - the impossible dream that 

was somehow realised, the anomaly 

amongst the standards, the light 

shining despite the dark clouds, the 

thing that shouldn’t exist but does. 

The sound of T8PES is a melange of 

optimism for life together with 

nostalgic inspiration. His lively flows 

sit atop fun garage-style beats with a 

bright energy in the air. With the 

release of his debut album, we caught 

up with T8PES to chat about life and 

music… 

Tell us about yourself and how you got 

into music? 

I'm Jimmy Davis, the brains (and braun) 

behind T8PES. I'm an Alternative 

Electronic Indie Hip Hop artist hailing 

from the UK's 2nd city Birmingham. I'm 

37 years old, been around the music 

industry block and back again but still 

learning and devoting myself to the 

craft every day. I had this exciting 

interest in music at junior school when 

I would be regularly invited up to the 

front of the class to perform as the 

'human jukebox', but I got into music 

properly aged 12 when I started 

learning to play drums. I then started 

singing in a band at secondary school 

because vocalists looked like they got 

more attention than drummers.. HA! 

After leaving school, my music interests 

turned to raves and DJ culture. We'd 

come back from raves and use cassette 

tape decks to 'cut' and mix between two 

rave tapes and essentially mix tracks, 

although it probably sounded horrific! I 

then bought some decks and learnt to 

mix, entered my first competition and 

won a residency at a bar which lasted 

all of 2 gigs. After losing a couple of 

years of my life to drug addiction, 

homelessness and other dark things I 

eventually got my act together and went 

to college to study music production. 

Since then I've been making music and 

writing songs. 

Your songs always have strong 

messages on life and also have an old 

school vibe. Can you tell us more about 

your musical style, aims and 

influences? 

I've always had quite an eclectic sound 

because I'm influenced by so many 

different artists and genres, so the 

musical style can be somewhat difficult 

to describe and pin down. The whole 

vibe of this debut T8PES project has 

been centred around old skool rave, 

garage and jungle with added elements 

of modern Hip Hop and Grime. My aim 

is to create a slightly different sound for 

each project as each is almost a concept 

album in terms of how it relates to the 

title, or symbol used for the title should 

I say. The influences are so wide and 

varied, but to give you an idea, they go 

from The Prodigy to Fleetwood Mac to 


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Oasis to Kanye West to The Streets to 

Elbow to Justin Bieber's last album. 

Tell us a little about the album? 

The album was inspired by a nostalgiadriven 

vision I had to capture the feeling 

of rave culture back in the day and blend 

it with my other musical influences. In 

terms of content some of it was 

reminiscing, some recalling stories of 

misspent youth, love and heartbreak, 

social commentary, and a strong core 

of positivity and good energy. 

What are your tips & advice to aspiring 

artists? 

Be authentic and stay true to who you 

are. Be professional. Be prepared to 

work harder than you ever have for little 

or no reward. Be prepared for rejection, 

criticism and to have your dreams 

trampled on. Most of all, enjoy it. Do it 

because you love it, not because you 

love the idea of the lifestyle it may 

bring. 

The planet needs our care and attention. 

Please consider your actions as a 

steward of this planet and start thinking 

about what we can do to lessen the 

destructive effects we're currently 

inflicting on this beautiful world. 

T8PES is you. T8PES is me. T8PES was 

there when you didn't even realise you 

were. 

Namaste. 

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Debut album '

Note to Self... 

Inspired by Josh Butler - Ocean (2012 Studio Version) 

I am back 

I have been lost 

Well... I guess so 

Would you mind chatting for a while 

You know... it has been hard 

Knowing that I was losing ground 

I can't relate how it happened; nor when it started 

I just realised it... 

When listening to that song 

Seemed like a loving memory 

My heart was pounding with sorrow 

As I knew that I was so afar 

I thought I would have always been nearer to me 

But seems changing times got me 

Changed me... 

I was lost... but music found me 

Stv 

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Dare To Dream 

Good evening Europe! Tel Aviv, Israel, 

hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 

2019 with the inspiring slogan: Dare To 

Dream. This theme represents the 

importance of inclusion, diversity and 

union. 

Michela opened the show, representing 

Malta, with the upbeat and catchy EDM/ 

club track ‘Chameleon’. The colourful 

backdrops and a dirty drop definitely 

got the party started. 

Jonida Maliqi delivered a stunning 

performance for Albania with ‘Ktheju 

tokës’. Great passion and fire was 

exuded in her compelling vocal range. 

Goosebumps! 

Have no fear, the power lies in you. 

North Macedonia’s Tamara Todevksa 

imparted motivation and female 

empowerment with her intense 

performance of ‘Proud’. 

Zala Kralj & Gašper Šantl represented 

Slovenia with the soft, contemporary 

song ’Sebi’. When your mind is full of 

thoughts, you can listen to my heartbeat. 

Their unusual yet beautiful act showed 

us an intimate moment between two 

lovers, as if they were the only people 

in the room. 

Hosts, Israel, came ‘Home’ with Kobi 

Marimi’s beautiful operatic voice 

together with lovely harmonies. I feel 

the sun upon my skin. This momentous 

performance highlighted the proud 

feelings of the country. 

KEiiNO represented Norway with the 

trendy, uplifting dance song ‘Spirit In 

The Sky’. The big feelgood energy was 


paired by a fantastic blend of three 

diverse voices. A trio of voices which 

somehow clash against each other yet 

work perfectly together. A song of 

freedom and love. This was, by far, the 

most Eurovision-esque song. 

Hatari sliced through the pop vibes with 

the full, harsh screamo song ‘Hatrið mun 

sigra’ for Iceland. Just treacherous 

illusion. The punk attitude was thrilling 

together with the electronic dance 

track. 

Mahmood represented Italy with the 

nonchalant verses and flavourful highs 

of ‘Soldi’. Betrayal is a bullet to the 

chest. This killer track questions 

sincerity and the real value of money. 

Nevena Božović’s stunning voice shone 

brightly with ‘Kruna’ as she represented 

Serbia. The thoughts on a pure love 

come to a climax with a powerful and 

dramatic chorus. 

Kate Miller-Heidke took us into a 

fairytale world with ‘Zero Gravity’ for 

Australia. With exquisite high notes, a 

little yodelling and a theatrical 

performance, the sugary pop song was 

a wonder to the senses. 

The contest also comprised of many 

perfectly good English pop/dance 

songs which would sit well in the UK 

charts at any given time. Tamta gave us 

the sexy and energetic ‘Replay’ for 

Cyprus. Duncan Laurence’s moving 

song of love and heartache ‘Arcade’ 

allowed an impressive vocal range to 

shine for The Netherlands. Michael Rice 

represented the UK with the nice pop 

performance of ‘Bigger Than Us’. 

Chingiz gave us the cool, modern dance 

song ‘Truth’ for Azerbaijan. Luca Hänni 

represented Switzerland with the lively 

and raunchy dance song ‘She Got Me’. 

Miki represented Spain, and closed the 

competition portion of the show, with 

the colourful and charismatic ‘La 

Venda’. The blindfold fell already and 

only joy remained. A fun, spirited energy 

comes together with brilliant 

motivational words of self-love. 

The interlude presented a wonderful 

celebration of the contest with some 

great interpretations of memorable 

Eurovision songs. Madonna performed 

on the night with the chilled reggae 

vibes of her new song ‘Future’ with 

Quavo. She also delivered a wonderful 

quote, “Let's never underestimate the 

power of music to bring people 

together.” The Idan Raichel Project also 

performed with ‘Boee’, a beautifully 

Intriguing and cultural song infused 

with modern dance. 

The time finally came to see the results. 

My favourites were amongst Norway 

with the addictive energy and unique 

vocal blend, Slovenia with the delicate 

portrayal of love, and Spain with a burst 

of bright fun. We were teased with a 

slow reveal of each result and were 

unsure until the very last suspenseful 

moment. And the winner… Duncan 

Laurence and The Netherlands! His 

sweet charm warmed our hearts and we 

were united in singing the chorus 

together with him. Congratulations! 

Gefeliciteerd! 

www.eurovision.tv 

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JUNE PLAYLIST 

Jared James Nichols - Get Down 

Paytra - ToTo 

Saving Abel - Hell of a Ride 

Colin James - Freedom 

Dodeca - Pretty Picture 

Many Mountains - Southern Kin 

Marley Wildthing - All I Am 

Take Me To Paisley - Broaden Your Horizon 

Lisa Brigantino - Cookies & Whiskey 

Ethereal - Aftertaste 

Bobby McFerrin - Don’t Worry Be Happy 

The Last Innhouse - Open Road 

Lizi & Ezra Bailey - I Like You Too 

Reatha Pitman - Room For Both Of Us 

Morrigan Raine - Running Water 

Gracious Me - Warrior 

Chantmagick - Down The Rabbit Hole 

Audrey Hepburn - Moon River 

Puddle of Mudd - Control 

Limp Bizkit - Take A Look Around 

Rae Stewart - Be Down 

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We are #AudiationNation - The playlist chosen by you. 

Have your say and let us know what you’re listening to 

with our bi-weekly feature. Tell us your favourite song 

every other Saturday on our Facebook page or add tracks 

to our collaborative Youtube playlist. 


" M u s i c a n d f o o d . " R a e S t e w a r t 

T H I N G S T H AT M A K E M E 

SMILE.

BEN HARPER... 

In Concert 

On 8 June 2019, Mauritius welcomes 

the famous American artist Ben Harper 

for a special performance. The Trianon 

Convention Centre, in Plaines Wilhems, 

will host this spectacular show for an 

evening of enjoyment from 8pm. 

Mauritian artist Hans Nayna will open 

the show with his lovely rustic blues 

charm. Having found a love for music 

and the guitar at age 21, Hans Nayna 

has rapidly risen in the industry being a 

finalist in Réunion’s ‘Run Star’ talent 

competition, winning Mayotte’s ‘Grand 

Casting de l’océan Indien’ competition, 

and releasing the successful debut 

album ‘Music For The Soul’. 

Singer/songwriter and multiinstrumentalist 

Ben Harper is the highly 

anticipated main act of the night. His 

delightful soulful voice, with styles of 

folk and reggae, impart warm and 

relaxing feelings which are perfect for 

the island of sunshine. Having started 

playing the guitar as a child, Ben Harper 

has a rich music background with many 

accolades to his name including three 

Grammy awards, Rolling Stone’s ’Artist 

of the Year’ in 2003, and Blues Music 

Award’s ‘Song of The Year’ in 2019. 

This will be a lovely union of soul music 

lovers in Mauritius with two superb 

artists to dazzle the ears! 

En Concert 

Pour ceux qui se poseraient encore la 

question « Qui est donc ce fameux Ben 

Harper ? » Eh bien, la réponse est 

simple. Il vous suffit d’écouter les titres 

de deux de ses 14 albums « Diamonds 

on the Inside » et « Give Till It’s Gone 

» et vous saurez d’emblée de quel 

trempe il est fait. L’auteur-compositeur 

et multi-instrumentiste, combine à lui 

seul : pureté, authenticité et générosité 

qui sont la marque des plus grands. 

Artiste complet, d’un éclectisme rare, la 

magie qui se dégage de sa musique ne 

s’estompe pas avec le temps. 

Outre Ben Harper, un autre artiste 

d’exception foulera les planches du 

Trianon Convention Centre le 8 juin 

prochain : il s’agit de Hans Nayna. Notre 

talentueux bluesman local, assurera la 

première partie du concert. Hans est un 

auteur-compositeur-interprète 

Mauricien qui s’est fait connaître lors de 

sa participation à l’émission Run Star à 

la Réunion et qui s’est vu en 2016, 

propulsé au-devant de la scène avec 

son titre « Mo lam » extrait de son 

album « Music for the soul ». 

Alors avis aux inte'resse's il s’agit d’un 

e've'nement a` ne manquer sous aucun 

pre'texte! 

BEN HARPER IN CONCERT 

8 JUNE 2019 

TRIANON CONVENTION CENTRE, MAURITIUS 

TICKETS: WWW.OTAYO.COM | 466 9999 


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Rae Stewart 

The versatile urban singer from 

Manchester, UK, first came to our 

attention in 2018 with her debut single 

‘Be Down’ and EP ‘Hear Me’. Her raw 

lyrical flows and sweet twists create a 

refreshing vocal concoction. Bold 

strength, honesty and a fiery spirit 

shine through each song. 

Rae Stewart started singing from the 

age of 3 and is influenced by the likes 

of Lauren Hill, Aaliyah, Missy Elliot, 

Brandy, Destiny’s Child and more. Her 

latest single ‘Making Love’ is 

deliciously dark and seductive. We 

took the chance to speak with Rae 

Stewart as her career blossoms… 

Tell us about yourself and how you got 

into music? 

My name’s Rae Stewart, I am a singer / 

songwriter from Manchester. I've been 

doing music from my early teens but I 

didn’t have the confidence! I just didn’t 

take it seriously. I went through bad 

situations and, out of nowhere, an 

opportunity came and I just went for it! 

It was now or regret it forever. 

inspires your songs? 

I speak about my life and other people’s 

experiences but I also just make stuff 

up, even if I ain't been through it. 

What are your tips & advice for aspiring 

artists? 

Be you, never change. You can easily 

lose yourself. Never give up no matter 

what. 

What are your future plans? Any 

upcoming singles or performances we 

should keep an eye our for? 

Keep making as much music as i can! Get 

some features popping, a couple things 

are coming just gotta stay tuned. 

Thanks for a great interview. 

__________________________________ 

Latest release 'Making Love' is out 

now! 

www.instagram.com/ 

raestewartofficial 

www.raestewartofficial.com 

You’re rising well with your debut 

‘Hear Me’ EP gaining strong industry 

recognition, can we expect an album in 

the next few years? 

Anything will do: a mixtape, album, 

volumes, etc - as long as I am getting 

music out! 

Your sound is really versatile showing 

both soft and raw emotions, what 


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The ‘

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NEW 

MUSIC

‘Let Us Dance’ by Drea Pizziconi featuring Maimouna Youssef and The Dap- 

Kings Horns is a wonderfully empowering song for the new world of change. A 

gorgeous jazz band lifts our spirits high with brilliant brass flairs, elegant 

strings and a tropical tempo. The vivid soulful beauty and power ooze from the 

vocals with deep passion. Lyrics for female justice and equality drive home 

clear and confident encouragement to women all around the globe. 

“Let Us Dance,” was written and produced by musician & activist Pizziconi, 

with a rousing rap by Youssef. All 2019 profits from the track will support the 

Campaign For Female Education’s (CAMFED) work to educate girls in Africa. 

“Education is a basic human right and there is no better investment in our 

world’s future, than the investment in a girl’s education. But the barrier for 

women to reach our potential remains high. I wrote this song for all the girls 

out there who won’t give up and want to tell the world “Get ready…we’re 

coming.” 

Pizziconi is a multi-hyphenate: composer/ lyricist/ producer/director and 

serial social entrepreneur. She founded The Christie Company and 

subsequently Africa Integras, one of Africa’s largest education infrastructure 

development companies, dedicated to the empowerment and education of 

youth and especially girls. 

Her global exposure as a musician inspired her early social and 

entrepreneurial activism and reignited her storyteller musical roots. She felt 

compelled to write music that would give a voice to those without a platform, 

so these critical stories of survival would be told. 

www.dreapizziconi.com 

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‘ Ra i n d r o p s ’ b y DJ S . K .T i s a n a u g h t y l i t t l e n u m b e r. D i v i n e , 

s w i r l i n g wa v e s o f s t r i n gs c h a r m y o u . Pa i r e d w i t h a m o n o t o n o u s 

y e t s e d u c t i v e v o ca l cu t , t h i s cu r i o u s c o m b i n a t i o n i s a 

fa s c i n a t i o n f o r t h e s e n s e s . A s t h e t i d e c o m e s i n , s l o w ly c ov e r i n g 

ea c h g ra i n o f s a n d , w e a r e r e f r e s h e d . T h e h a r d , p o u n d i n g b ea t 

d r o p s i n t o t a k e c o n t r o l . Ra i n d r o p s fa ll a ll a r o u n d , f r e e i n g m e 

f r o m o t h e r s o u n d s … 

www.facebook.com/djskt 


A gorgeous, funky 

moment. 

The sweetness of 

love. 

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The ‘Skimming Stone’ album by The Last InnHouse is a 

complex melange of quaint ideals, fraying sanity, passionate 

whirlwinds and charming delights. 

Highly artistic by design, the vibrantly poetic lyricism, radiant 

vocals, and cleverly innovative musicianship found on the debut 

album Skimming Stone by The Last InnHouse flows fluidly like water 

into a stream of consciousness in sound and imaginative 

combination of Alt/Country/Indie/Folk that’s unique unto itself. 

First track ‘Love My Ghosts’ enters with a familiar countrywestern 

guitar melody though we are intrigued thereafter with an 

angelic voice shifting the mood eerily. A darker twang comes in 

together with a sweet reverie… desolate beauty reigns most. The 

lively swing beat kicks in. 

‘Daydream Field’ holds a deep, intense undertone which is 

clashed against a pleasant walk in the wilderness. The stars might 

burn our eyes. These contrasting moods fight each other yet 

simultaneously dance together as the protruding and beautiful 

voice pulls everything into one. 


Debut single ‘Open Road’ is a lovely showpiece with smooth, hazy 

vocals and a gentle melody. A somewhat mischievous attitude 

rolls in with the robust bass and sweet vocal notes. Daggers in the 

concrete. This playful, untamed spirit also injects a suave 

demeanour which shows a strong, self-assured confidence. 

An album many years in the making, The Last InnHouse has taken 

exceptional care in refining their own identity, style, and sound 

throughout their career. Preserving their darkly melodic magic once 

and for all-time over the course of ten stunning songs on Skimming 

Stone, the new record transcends a mere listening experience into a 

compelling and bold adventure that connects to the mind, body, 

and soul. From their local countryside, to the country town of 

Rookhope in the next valley, to the immense deserts of a dark 

southern night, desolate landscapes, and signs of hope – The Last 

InnHouse draws inspiration from the world around them and brings 

it right into the studio. Creating powerful atmospheres, ethereal 

moods, and curiously mysterious melodies that authentically pique 

the interest of listening ears, the naturally organic sound of the 

songs being written, played, and shared between them, reveal a 

remarkably unified sound determined to make an impact with a 

fresh perspective unafraid to challenge convention and embrace 

music as art. 

Teaming up with the legendary talents of producer and drummer 

Grant Henderson of Loom Studios in Yorkshire, their collaborative 

efforts yield spectacular results; The Last InnHouse are set to begin 

the most exciting chapter of their career with the new album 

Skimming Stone. Join them as they plunge deep into a wild sea of 

emotions on their debut record and explore themes of hopes and 

dreams, love and loss, and the symbiotic relationship that exists 

between their music and listeners. Certain to satisfy those craving 

content that has real life in its veins, from the innate crossover 

potential in their writing, to the undeniably appealing charisma in 

their sound, songs, and performances, The Last InnHouse blend the 

dark and the light into a powerfully memorable experience. 

The complete 10-song garland flits across the lines of realistic 

thought and irrational emotions to a tune of alternative rock. 

www.thelastinnhouse.com 

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A thrilling surge of energy and excitement fill your veins. 

Subtle wisps of mesmerisation flutter in the air, just for 

a moment. And then we are hit by the rush of adrenaline. 

A pumping beat is brought together with an invigorating 

melody to get you dancing. This killer track is perfect 

for the summer parties having received early support 

from Markus Schulz and Ferry Corsten. Throw your hands 

in this air, this is fire! 

www.danielwanrooy.com 


‘When We Love’ by Aaron Static ft Chase Vass is a delicate song of love. The 

emotive vocal waves tug at your heartstrings with deep yearning for the pain 

to subside. Time goes by so fast. The gentle production mimics the emotions 

portrayed. It creeps up on you, suddenly throwing you out of balance at the 

middle section with a powerful gusto of air surging through the mind. All the 

things I never told you. The In:Most Mix twists the track with a little dnb beat 

for a light summer vibe. 

Slime Recordings is proud to welcome Aaron Static back to the label for the 

first single from his new album “Shifting Tides”. ‘When We Love’ sees the 

Australian producer combine his talents with hotly-tipped LA singer/ 

songwriter Chase Vass’s sublime vocals for a mesmerising collaboration that 

explores the melancholy textures of Future Garage with a chilled downtempo 

feel that will soothe your soul 

Drum & Bass upstarts In:Most frame the original in a liquid roller construct that 

raises the tempo and packs the track full of sunshine that is a perfect 

anticipation of the Summer festival season. 

www.soundcloud.com/aaronstatic 

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‘Reaction’ by Sondrio is a trendy and warm track for the summer. 

The chilled, groovy production oozes sunshine and feelgood vibes. 

Lawlessness war. The vocal interlude penetrates the mind with 

liberating speech. Oliver Dollar delivers a robust remix to add 

another dimension. 

Sondrio has been flying with a string of releases set to drop in 

2019 alongside house music's finest producers. He delivers his 

first solo release on Refuge with this upbeat, deep and dynamic 

joint guaranteed to make your sets stand out from the rest. 

Enlisting long time label friend, Oliver Dollar after the success of 

his debut album on Classic Music Company, he clubs up the 

original into a late night dancefloor weapon. Old school sound 

with the new school feel, Sondrio & Oliver Dollar hit the nail on 

the head with this package. 

www.soundcloud.com/sondrio 


‘Fly Away’ by Julia Kahn an endearing 

moment of reflection. The husky and 

sweet tones of her voice are the main 

focus with just a subtle surrounding of 

a tender, atmospheric production. If I 

were a butterfly, you would’ve been my 

cocoon. The lyrics reveal sadness of the 

heart, though inner strength gradually 

begins to rise. 

Fly Away is the debut single from Julia 

Kahn, the singer/songwriter from 

Indianapolis, described as Lana Del Ray 

meets Dua Lipa. Julia says, “I can’t wait 

to release Fly Away! Working with Bryan 

Todd, a grammy nominated producer 

was a brilliant experience - I’m so happy 

with the final result. And the video 

director Samuel Womer has worked 

with amazing people so I feel really 

lucky that he wanted to work with me 

on my first video.” 

www.instagram.com/juliakahn 

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‘ B r e a t h e A g a i n ’ b y V i n a R o s e i s a v i b r a n t s o n g o f r e s i l i e n c e . 

L o v e l y s m o o t h fl o w s t w i s t i n t o s t r o n g b u r s t s o f e m o t i o n i n a 

v o i c e w h i c h h o l d g r e a t d e p t h a n d a t i n g e o f a n a c c e n t . F e e l s 

l i k e t h e w a l l s a r e c a v i n g i n . T h e l y r i c s d e p i c t a d i ffi c u l t 

r e l a t i o n s h i p , u n d e r s t a n d i n g t h e n e e d t o r e l e a s e w i t h a 

d e t e r m i n a t i o n t o m o v e o n t o b e t t e r d a y s . T h e r e i s n o t h i n g 

l e f t t o s a y . T h e b r i g h t d a n c e p r o d u c t i o n r e fl e c t t h e s e 

p a s s i o n a t e f e e l i n g s a n d s h o w i n n e r s t r e n g t h . 

Breathe Again is the uplifting and instantly catchy new pop 

single by London living Sicilian singer/songwriter Vina Rose, 

whose sound is described as Sia meets Kaytranada. Vina 

says “I wanted to make a summer classic to see dance and 

pop fans through the coming months so I wrote dreamy 

vocals over an uplifting EDM backdrop. It's a song about a 

spiritual and emotional rebirth, the desire to turn fears and 

indecisions into confidence and action. It was amazing 

working with Gavin Holligan from Hollerzz Productions 

and Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road Studios - the production 

sounds so clean & crisp! I can’t wait for my fans to hear the 

finished result!” 

Vina Rose has performed alongside the likes of Andrea 

Bocelli, Alexia and Giorgia, performing across numerous 

festival and TV show appearances on the BBC and ITV. Vina 

has dazzled audiences at across gigs, theatre performances 

and TV shows and has worked with radio stations to produce 

original theme tunes so even though you might not know it - 

you have already heard her voice! 

In 2017, Vina moved to London and has since worked in the 

best studios in the industry, such as Abbey Road. She now 

performs regularly at exclusive clubs and venues across the 

city. Breathe Again is the first of many releases planned in 

2019 and Vina is currently arranging a tour across Europe 

and America for later this year. 

www.vinarosemusic.com 


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The ‘Nieves/Chords’ EP by Misc Mood is a nice and light duo of songs. ‘Nieves’ 

brings the relaxed holiday vibes with tropical beats and a warm glowing 

atmosphere to put a smile on your face. ‘Chords’ gets a little moody with dark 

prominent beats and livelier cuts. A pair which will get you in the sunset party 

mood this summer. 

Misc Mood have always admired early house music producers. The Spanish 

producer was drawn into the Chicago sound by the hypnotic and repetitive 4/4 

beats, 808 drums and killer synthesised baselines at just a young age. For him 

it was all about seminal electronic artists from the mid west and the 

minimalistic tone of their music. If it was the Chicago sound that shaped Misc 

Mood, it was the Techno from Detroit with its raw, Afrofuturistic vibe that 

spurred him into making and producing his unique blend of modern 

underground dance. This is a two-track single release that encapsulates the 

MISC MOOD philosophy - where groove and warmth combine with pure club 

sensibilities. 

www.facebook.com/miscmoodhouse 


‘Figure You Out’ by Alice Rowe is pure chill. Her cool, sultry voice brings 

attitude and emotions. Cryptic in the text. A song of frustration and confused 

communication. Tempted by your mystery. The fresh and slick production adds 

to the swagger. 

From her Soundcloud debut with Grammy nominated producer M16 Beats (‘I 

Do’ - Young Jeezy ft Jay-Z & Andre 3000 & ‘’Duffle Bag Boyz’ - Playaz Circle ft 

Lil Wayne), to her first official release ‘Black Opium’ with UK super producer Z 

Dot (Stormzy, Cardi B, Lady Leshurr), the trap tinged R&B sounds of Alice Rowe 

are finely tuned in to her brand new jam ‘Figure You Out’. 

Stepping in to a really exciting landscape that is the current UK R&B scene, 

Alice brings with her a distinctive vibe that draws on everything that is 

popping from the UK underground. Laced across a bouncy trap beat, Alice 

deconstructs elements from it and pairs them with a more fluid R&B sound. A 

fascinating and snappy flow keeps focus directed to the core of this record 

whilst her lyrical musings and soulful delivery build in the emotion and depth 

expected from a true R&B player. 

Having weighed in on some heavy productions so far that have opened up her 

own take on R&B, Alice Rowe continues to work with producers that you 

wouldn’t typically associate with the genre. Finding a sound that resonates 

with her and inspires her lyrical flow is the first step of her creating process 

and one that lends itself to making her sound so fresh, adding her own depth 

and soul then whips the magic in to the final offering. With a run of music in 

her arsenal, it’s time you figured out Alice Rowe. 

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‘Complicated’ by DSHunt is an emotive number. A deep and pensive moment, 

delivered by the heartfelt vocal, is accompanied by a probing piano melody. 

Half a dozen promises about to crack. The melancholy draws you in as you get 

lost in the waves of mellow sound. Why do we have to be so complicated? The 

remix by Husky takes us down into the underground with a moody atmosphere 

and funky little flairs. 

We're chuffed to welcome back UK artist DSHunt to the label! We have been 

dying to get this one ready for the European summer as it's a perfect sound 

track for those long sweaty nights. 'Complicated' is a captivating vocal house 

record, layering lush piano melodies, melodic vocal hooks and snappy drums. 

David has gifted us a feel good banger that's ripe for club sets and pool 

parties! 

On the remix is label boss Husky with a slightly more dubbed out, 'garage' 

approach. Stripping back to the vocal cuts and adding some re-sampled piano, 

Husky's remix drives a little harder for the late night vibe. 

www.soundcloud.com/dshunt 


Retro vibes in the 

sunshine. 

A distorted mind, 

scrambling 

through into 

daylight. 

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The beat strides in setting a quick tempo ready 

for the dance floor. Pump your fists in the air 

as the dynamic and fierce synths take over. The 

cold, hard determination builds in strength. A 

wave of bright air clashes with this coldness. 

We drop into a light, atmospheric break. The 

energy rises once more, this time bigger and 

bolder. The vigorous, upbeat tune gets you 

jumping and living in the moment. Sound filling 

every available space. This excitement is 

contagious! 

“'I' is the 130 BPM Trance track which has Psy- 

Trance hints and colourful vocals,” says GURU. 

“I was experimenting with synthesised vocals 

and, in a short period of time, it all came along.” 

www.awjrecordings.com 


The ‘Fighting With Fire’ EP by MITAD is an intriguing mix of moods ranging from love 

and darkness with styles dabbling throughout the grounds of bass and dance. ‘Let 

Me Show You’ is a dream-pop sensation with sparkling waves and a groovy beat. The 

title track brings a light yet lively dnb beat with a welcoming and alluring voice over 

the top. ‘Demons’ holds a sinful side with a nature of desire and a deep house 

production. The whole EP is a joyful plethora or emotions. 

Mitad, a brand new electronic duo consisting of electronic producer/composer Sal Lo 

Cascio and vocalist Katherine Downham, share their debut EP exclusively via 

NexGenMusic. The duo is currently situated in different parts of the country and 

mostly use modern technology to bridge the barriers of distance and language to 

collaborate. 

Speaking about the challenges of recording an EP while located in different parts of 

the country, Katherine shares, “Distance will never stop the creation of music. 

Recording from two entirely different areas in England did not prevent us from 

finishing the album. It may have taken a little longer than it may do usually, but 

nothing rushed/quick/instant is worth having.” 

On creating new music for Mitad, Sal states, “Diversity is the best word to represent 

this release. No music border allowed. Bitter and sweet it is the main call in this 

music feast. The best thing of this recording experience has been characterized by 

the complete freedom left to each other in expressing our art.” 

Mitad’s debut offering, Fighting With Fire, sees the duo blend their influences 

together to create a melting pot of musical excellence. Drum and bass fans will find 

solace in tracks such as ‘Trust’, ‘Fighting With Fire’, ‘Lost Smile’, and ‘You’. 

Alternatively ‘Let Me Show You’ has all of the makings of a vocal club classic, while 

‘Demons’, and ‘Hiding’ sport undeniable quality deep house vibes. ‘Why’ is a silvertoned 

piano ballad, showcasing the variety of the Mitad sound. The closing track on 

the EP is an extended version of ‘Let Me Show You’; perfectly crafted to be the 

highlight of any DJ’s set. 

www.facebook.com/MUSICMITAD 

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EVENTS 

Distortion 

29 May - 2 June 

Copenhagen, Denmark 

Primavera Sound 


Barcelona, Spain 

Zrce Spring Break Europe 


Novalja, Croatia 

Secret Island 


Sibenik, Croatia 

Earth Garden 


Attard, Malta 

AVA Festival 


Belfast, United Kingdom 

Best Kept Secret 


Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands 

The Acoustic Festival Of 

Britain 


Uttoxeter, United Kingdom 

Free Your Mind Festival 

1 June 

Anheim. Netherlands 

Camden Rocks Festival 

1 - 2 June 

London, United Kingdom 

Amsterdam Open Air 

1 - 2 June 

Amsterdam, Netherlands 

NOS Primavera Sound 

6 - 8 June 

Porto, Portugal 

Field Day 

7 - 8 June 


Rock Fest 

7 - 8 June 

Hyvinkaa, Finland 

Junction 2 Festival 

7 - 9 June 


World Club Dome 

7 - 9 June 

Frankfurt, Germany 

Rock Am Ring 

7 - 9 June 

Nurburg, Germany 

Papillons De Nuit 

7 - 9 June 

Saint-Laurent-De-Cuves, 

France 

Supa Dupa Fly X Santorini 

7 - 11 June 

Santorini, Greece 

Pleinvrees Festival 

8 June 


The DarkWoods Festival 

II 

8 June 

Mauritius 

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Parklife Festival 

8 - 9 June 

Manchester, United 

Kingdom 

Ultra Singapore 

8 - 9 June 

Singapore 

Marvellous Island 

8 - 9 June 

Paris, France 

Bergenfest 

12 - 15 June 

Bergen, Norway 

Live At Chelsea 

13 - 16 June 


Isle Of Wight Festival 

13 - 16 June 

Isle Of Wight, United 

Kingdom 

ABODE On The Rock 

13 - 17 June 

Gozo, Malta 

Its The Ship China 

13 - 17 June 

Shanghai, China 

SHOWTIME: 90s Ragga 

14 June 


Download Festival 

14 - 16 June 

Derby, United Kingdom

Disney Loves Jazz 

15 June 

Paris, France 

Ajunadeep Presents 

Explorations 

20 - 25 June 

Dhermi, Albania 

Azkena Rock Festival 

21 - 22 June 

Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain 

A Summer Story 

21 - 22 June 

Madrid, Spain 

Instytut Festival 

21 - 22 June 

Nowy Dwor Mazowiecki, 

Poland 

Secret Solstice 

21 - 23 June 

Reykjavik, Iceland 

Solidays 

21 - 23 June 

Paris, France 

Helfest Open Air 

21 - 23 June 

Clisson, France 

VOLT Festival 

26 - 29 June 

Sopron, Hungary 

Glastonbury Festival 

26 - 30 June 

Pitton, United Kingdom 

Garorock 

27 - 30 June 

Marmande, France 

OpenAir St.Gallen 

27 - 30 June 

St. Gallen, Switzerland 

SHOWTIME: Dancehall 

Future 

28 June 


Download Festival 

Madrid 

28 - 30 June 

Madrid, Spain 

Lollapalooza Stockholm 

28 - 30 June 

Stockholm, Sweden 

Tuska Open Air 

28 - 30 June 

Helsinki, Finland 

Jazz A Vienne 

28 June - 13 July 

Vienne, France 

Rum & Reggae Festival 

London 

29 June 

London,United Kingdom 

Awakenings Festival 

29 - 30 June 

Spaarnwoude, 

Netherlands 

Hideout Festival 

1 - 5 July 


Innversisions Festival 

3 - 7 July 


Les Eurockeennes 

4 - 7 July 

Belfort, France 

Love Supreme Jazz 

Festival 

5 - 7 July 

Lewes, United Kingdom 

Wireless 

5 - 7 July 


Paradise City Festival 

5 - 7 July 

Perk, Belgium 

El Dorado Festival 

5 - 7 July 

Ledbury, United Kingdom 

British Summer Time 

Hyde Park 

5 - 14 July 


Ruhr-In-Love 

6 July 

Oberhausen, Germany 

Kew The Music 

9 - 14 July 


Dour 

10 - 14 July 

Dour, Belgium 

Mad Cool Festival 

11 - 13 July 

Madrid, Spain 

Hospitality On The Beach 

11 - 15 July 

Tisno, Croatia 

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Ultra Europe 

11 - 18 July 

Split, Croatia 

Lovebox 

12 - 13 July 


Ostend Beach Festival 

12 - 14 July 

Ostend, Belgium 

TRSMT Festival 

12 - 14 July 

Glasgow, United Kingdom 

Cocoon In The Park 

13 July 

Leeds, United Kingdom 

Onblackheath 

13 - 14 July 


Fresh Island Festival 

15 - 17 July 


Sonar 

18 July 


Bluedot 

18 - 21 July 

Cheshire, United Kingdom 

Latitiude 

18 - 22 July 

Suffolk, United Kingdom 

Pitchfork Music Festival 

19 - 21 July 

Chicago, United States 

Tomorrowland 

19 - 28 July 

Boom, Belgium 

Melt Festival 

19 - 21 July 

Gräfenhainichen, Germany 

Lollapalooza Paris 

20 - 21 July 

Paris, France 

Standon Calling 

25 - 28 July 

Hertfordshire, United 

Kingdom 

Camp Bestival 

25 - 28 July 

Dorset, United Kingdom 

Clubland On The Beach 

26 July 

Redcar, United Kingdom 

Positivus Festival 

26 - 27 July 

Salacgriva, Latvia 

Fuji Rock 

26 - 28 July 

Yuzawa, Japan 

MADE 

27 July 

Birmingham, United 

Kingdom 

Wacken Open Air 

1 - 3 August 

Wacken, Germany 

Afronation 

1 - 4 August 

Portimao, Portugal 

Untold Festival 

1 - 4 August 

Cluj-Napoca, Romania 

Osheaga Music And Arts 

Festival 

2 - 4 August 

Montreal, Canada 

Medusa Festival 

7 - 12 August 

Cullera, Spain 

Sziget Festival 

7 - 13 August 

Budapest, Hungary 

Edinburgh Summer 

Sessions 

7 - 18 August 

Edinburgh, United Kingdom 

Way Out West 

8 - 10 August 

Gothenburg, Sweden 

Defected Croatia 

8 - 13 August 

Tisno, Croatia 

Elrow Town London 

17 August 


SWF 

17 August 


Sonus Festival 

18 - 22 August 


Zurich Openair 


Zurich, Switzerland 

B.My.Lake 


Zamardi, Hungary 


Creamfields 


Daresbury, United Kingdom 

DGTL Barcelona 



Reading Festival 


Reading, United Kingdom 

Leeds Festival 


Leeds, United Kingdom 

Rock En Seine 


Paris, France 

Hold Festival Of Colours 

Berlin 

24 August 

Berlin, Germany 

Drumcode Festival 



South West Four 



Southport Weekender 

31 August 


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REFERENCES 

Leopolis Jazz Fest 

www.youtube.com/watch?v= 

FOUVdq84ads 

www.leopolisjazz.com 

Tiff Cornish - You Get Me 

www.soundcloud.com/sweat-it-outmusic/you-get-me 

www.beatport.com/track/you-get-meoriginal-mix/11812563 

--- 

www.instagram.com/tiffycornish 

www.soundcloud.com/tiffycornish 

Swipe Unicorn Shaped Speaker 

www.thumbsup.com/collections/gifts-forher/products/unicorn-shaped-speaker 

Music On Festival 

www.facebook.com/musiconofficial 

Ibiza Live TV 

www.ibizalive.tv 

www.barcelonalive.tv 

KEiiNO - Spirit In The Sky 


Ovt7YGHAj8I 

www.deezer.com/en/track/628169612 

--- 

www.keiino.com 

T8PES -

MYKROBOY - If… 

www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPT40V-lnBs 

https://hypeddit.com/track/bhdd4r 

--- 

www.facebook.com/mykroboy 

The Last InnHouse - Skimming Stone 


FgAFeTqUQ9Q 

--- 

www.thelastinnhouse.com 

Daniel Wanrooy - Can’t Stop The Heat 


xxNisFDM0YE 

https://hcr.lnk.to/HCR354fs 

--- 

www.danielwanrooy.com 

Aaron Static ft Chase Vass - When We 

Love 

www.soundcloud.com/slimetime/aaronstatic-when-we-love 

https://lnk.to/WhenWeLove 

--- 

www.soundcloud.com/aaronstatic 

Sondrio - Reaction 

www.soundcloud.com/refugeaus/ 

sondrio-reaction-original-mix 

www.beatport.com/release/ 

reaction/2581638 

--- 

www.soundcloud.com/sondrio 

Julia Kahn - Fly Away 


FYydnW5K7G8 

https://foundation-media.lnk.to/FlyAway 

--- 

www.instagram.com/juliakahn 

Vina Rose - Breathe Again 


wB_hlXTqD_g 

www.deezer.com/en/album/95802662 

--- 

www.vinarosemusic.com 

Misc Mood - Nieves/Chords 

www.beatport.com/release/nieveschords/2593457 

--- 

www.facebook.com/miscmoodhouse 

Alice Rowe - Figure You Out 


cXIaWSs7bCo 

https://song.link/FigureYouOut 

--- 

www.instagram.com/iamalicerowe 

DSHunt - Complicated 


c3CpKZshSOQ 

www.traxsource.com/title/1125514/ 

complicated 

--- 

www.soundcloud.com/dshunt 

Abstract Vision pres. Subbota - Orysia E.P 

www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq5h1IlpZg8 

https://infraprogressive.choons.at/orysia 

--- 

www.facebook.com/AbstractVisionOfficial 

Kirk Spencer ft Aadae - Product 


ShM7yFB58Og 

http://hyperurl.co/ahxy3i 

--- 

www.kirkspencer.co.uk 

GURU - I 

http://smarturl.it/AWJR160 

--- 

www.awjrecordings.com 

MITAD - Fighting With Fire EP 

www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-Hsv9mldjE 

www.nexgenmusicgroup.com/store/ 

nxgdep12-mitad-fighting-with-fire-ep 

--- 

www.facebook.com/MUSICMITAD 

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