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Open air filled with confetti
as we revelled in the magical
affair of Elrow Town London
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:
Downplay
Elexis Ansley
Elrow
Kenja Records
Matter Of Tact
MYKROBOY
Reach Promo
Slime Recordings
T8PES
Ten Letter PR
Them Ones
The Rest Is Noise
wechselstrommusic
Elrow photography by Lawrence
Jones
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CONTENTS
8 Shows Guide
10 Spotlight
12 Those Days
15 Rokuro’s Track Of The Month
16 Broken Strings
18 Matter Of Tact
21 #AudiationNation
22 Note to Pomplamoose
23 Chillout
26 Elrow Town London 2019
29 SMILE: Matter Of Tact
30 New Music
47 Events Guide
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Hi Guys & Dolls...
I d e d i c a t e t h i s m a g a z i n e t o A d a m .
I n t h i s i s s u e : I s h a r e t h e s p o t l i g h t w i t h a f e w o f o u r f r i e n d s w h o
a r e u p t o e x c i t i n g t h i n g s i n c l u d i n g t h e n e w S h a d o w h e a r t s
R e c o r d i n g s D n B i m p r i n t , O g g i e ’ s s o u l f u l g e t t o g e t h e r T h e P l a y l i s t
L i v e a n d t h e i l l u s i v e S p r a y d o d g e r p r o j e c t f r o m M a r k H i l l . R o k u r o
fi l l s u s i n o n h i s T r a c k O f T h e M o n t h w h i c h i s a p o s i t i v e , u p b e a t
n u m b e r b y A l e x a n d e r J o s e p h . L o s e y o u r s e l f i n o u r p o e t i c s h o r t
s t o r y o f a b r o k e n g u i t a r , e m o t i o n s t a k e n o u t u p o n i t . S t e v e l e a v e s
a n o t e t o A m e r i c a n d u o P o m p l a m o o s e a s t h e y d e l i v e r a n e x p l o s i o n
o f g o o d v i b e s t o t h e s o u l . T a k e a m o m e n t t o C h i l l o u t w i t h o u r
p e a c e f u l s o n g c h o i c e s f r o m M a x R y a n a n d D J P A U L ( A R ) . C e s s l e
g i v e s u s t h e l o w d o w n o n t h e m a g i c a l e x p e r i e n c e o f t h i s y e a r ’ s
E l r o w T o w n L o n d o n . P r o d u c i n g g i v e s y o u s o m u c h f r e e d o m . I c h a t
w i t h G e r m a n p r o d u c e r & D J M a t t e r O f T a c t a b o u t h i s m u s i c a l
j o u r n e y a n d e n j o y m e n t o f k e e p i n g t h i n g s i n t e r e s t i n g . W e ' v e g o t
y o u r e v e n t s g u i d e , s h o w l i s t i n g s a n d m u s i c f r o m T h e m O n e s ,
M o l l y H a m m a r , M I J M a c k , A l i c e R o w e a n d m o r e .
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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AUDIATIONMAGAZINE
SHOWS
London timezone
Radio | Podcast
Monday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
Tuesday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
Sister Bliss In Session | House & Dance
A State Of Trance | Trance
Wednesday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
Thursday
10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
6pm Dmize | House & UK Garage - Cyber Vybez Radio
6pm Jeremy Sylvester | House & UK Garage - Urban Dubz Facebook
Toolroom Radio | House & Dance
Global Warm Up | House & Dance
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Friday
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
11pm The Lovebug Sessions | House & UK Garage - Mi-Soul Radio
Hospital Records | Drum & Bass
Above & Beyond Group Therapy | Trance
Clublife | Club
Saturday
1pm Tomorrowland Anthems | 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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Spotlight
It’s good to be kind and recognise those who are quietly doing great
things. So this Spotlight shines the light on a few of those lovely people
who we are proud to call our friends…
I have never ordered anything for myself from DNR Vinyl, yet I have
spent a lot at this store and I’ve received nothing but quality and
kindness. I really respect and admire DNR because it's just a whole lot of
genuine love for music in one spot. The home for underground vinyl
lovers run by a true connoisseur. A few gems currently in stock include
the exclusive ‘DnR Allstars Vol 1’ with a great gnarly piece from El-B,
‘Waiting 4x4 EP - Genius Cru’ which is one of my all-time favourite
tracks, and my wonderful friend’s release ‘Iree / Global Killer - D-Mize’.
We welcome Shadowhearts Recordings from parent-label Slime
Recordings. This new project focusses on DnB, where we can expect “the
finest liquid beats and melodic sounds”. The Slime identity is everincreasing
its reputation of quality and skilful craft. Every single element
of the brand, the releases, the administration… is a work of art,
thoroughly thought out and beautifully expressed. So, even with just the
snippet of knowing that Australian producer Drop Fame will be the first
artist on Shadowhearts, is enough for everyone to know that it will be
something pretty notable.
Trance artist Daniel Wanrooy is living his best life (okay, that was
cheesy). He’ll be back in Helsinki in October warming up for Ferry
Corsten at The Circus, he’s been chosen in Trance Podium’s top 100 DJs
for 2019, and his latest edgy track ‘Insight’ is killing it on the FSOE
Parallels imprint.
One-man band Danny Blaze is forever busy these days. He’s one of those
who has been in the game for a long time, mainly working with House &
UKG, and has worked hard to climb the music ladder. It’s so great to see
him finally getting the recognition he deserves and enjoying so many
exciting opportunities. You can catch his show every Monday 2pm on
Flex FM 101.4FM, find him playing at his ‘National Anthems’ events
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September 7th & October 5th at The Red Lion Hotel in Luton, and his
latest bumpy rework of ‘You’re Not Alone’ is out now.
This one goes out to the SprayDodger… huh? Mark Hill, original Artful
Dodger member, is at it again by fully teasing us with VERY little info.
He’s planning “something pretty ambitious” of what we know is taking
an opportunity after having been frustrated with the music biz. We’ve
been told to subscribe to the currently empty YouTube channel, buy
merchandise in support of this illusive project and ermm… From the
abstract boat-like logo design, the fact that he’s passed a sailing course
(congrats!), and his recent practices with a drone, tell us that it’s
somewhat to do with sailing and filming that adventure. Or it could be
something totally different entirely, and this is all just a lengthy ploy to
fooling us in the wrong direction! Only time will tell.
A few more mentions… Leanne Louise, this girl is so passionate and
sweet. She’s currently having a blast performing on various stages,
meeting like-minded individuals and also championing autism
awareness. Another power of positivity is Eddie Craig (Wideboys), his
motivational videos are so amazing and his level of gratitude is just out
of this world - so I know he’s going to love what’s on page 32! And on a
soulful note, Oggie has just launched the fortnightly events brand ‘The
Playlist Live’ featuring his talented friends in music and entertainment at
The London Cabaret Club - Rose Room.
If I’m honest, I would love to sit here for days, months, years sharing all
of our great friends - there are just so many. But instead, I’ll just say that
we love you all and invite you to open your arms to receive this big
GROUP HUG :)
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www.dnrvinyl.co.uk
www.facebook.com/ShadowheartsRecordings
www.danielwanrooy.com
www.dannyblaze.com
bit.ly/MarksUpToSomething
www.facebook.com/LeanneLouisemusic
www.facebook.com/eddiecraigmusic
www.facebook.com/playlistliveuk
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‘Those Days’ by Matter Of Tact featuring CH is a contemporary song
of hazy feelings through life. The production encompasses an
ambient dream-pop atmosphere, a light and rhythmic tempo, as
well as a daring main section to dance to. Her husky voice expresses
hurt emotions, betrayal and the need to feel alive. The video is a
darkly portrayal of inner conflict, twisted revenge, insecurity and
scandal. Let me kiss away those darkest days.
"When I started this project, I wanted to aim for a contrast between
dance music and my very own style. Coming from a dance music
background, it was important for me to keep my signature in this
one. After several studio sessions with singer Charlotte de Halleux
(CH), I started to rewrite some parts of the track. This wasn’t that
easy as this was one of the first times that I collaborated with so
many people. I am very proud of this and of what we’ve achieved!"
Matter Of Tact
www.matteroftact.net
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Much love to Audiation Magazine for the
continued support of Astronata, featuring their
latest single "Pain" in the current issue! It's
available to stream and download now!
- Slime Recordings
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MY TRACK OF THE MONTH
'A Racket In Hand' by Alexander Joseph
New track from talented singer/songwriter, Alexander
Joseph, with a positive upbeat lyric that calls out…
“Everything is possible, if you believe. Put a racket in
your hand for the world to see.”
It features a great fun video that was filmed by one of the
coaches (Martyn Whait) at a recent GB wheelchair tennis
simulation camp in Tokyo as part of their preparation for
the Paralympic games, which has less than one year to go
till it begins. Racket In Hand is your perfect summer, catchy
Coldplay-style guitar & beat-driven pop/rock anthem. The
clips in the video are of a practice match between the
British and Japanese players… Go check it out now, you
wont be disappointed!
www.ajosephmusic.com
Rokuro
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My broken strings weep in silence
The remnants of a final discord, struck in anger
As you had sat in that bleak brown chair
Your hands gripped around me
Pain taking over as your eyes clouded
Hurling me across the bare room
And leaving me to die
A vintage model, natural mahogany and rosewood crafted together
A showpiece you had proudly cherished
Her gift to you
On your 30th birthday
How did she know?
You had pined for me your whole life
Never thinking you'd ever own me
She would not tire of hearing us perform
Always requesting her favourite song
The lively jig, talking of sunshine and daisies
Her skirt trying to keep up as she twirled blissfully
No cares in the world
The same reason you took me there tonight
To show her once more the love you had lost
The sweetest serenade
Played outside her window
Just like a scene from a classic movie
She was meant to rush into your arms
“And, they lived happily ever after”
A cheesy romance
Except, that isn’t what happened
So, here we are…
Cold and alone
Together in remorse
Heartbroken
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Matter Of Tact
Hailing from Germany and now
residing in Brussels, the producer and
DJ likes to dabble in a mix of urban and
electronic music styles. Matter Of Tact
always keeps things varied and does
not pertain to any one genre, in order
to create interest and challenge
himself in collaborations.
"Each experience with another
musician is an opportunity of
originality."
Matter Of Tact has gained strong
support and regard with his releases
including ‘You Don’t’ featuring
Husson, ‘Relief’ featuring Sharie and
the ‘Apollo EP’. With the release of his
fascinating new single ‘Those Days’, he
kindly shares his journey with us…
Tell us about yourself and how you got
into music.
When I was a child, I had the opportunity
to meet an audio engineer during a rock
concert. He made me meet the whole
crew before the show and explained to
me all the hardware he was using. I was
so impressed by that, it stuck in my head.
Imagine seeing a mixing table as a
child… Not much after, I decided it was
time to start something. I purchased my
first turntables and did a lot of gigs here
in Brussels. It’s also around that time I
got into music production. Well, my
music sucked hard back then, but as
time passed by, I gained some skills and
managed to make some cool beats. My
first productions were kind of Trance
tracks. I was much more into electronic
dance music, club music, and dubstep.
That changed a bit as I started trying to
build my own sounds and not compose
bangers only.
Can you reveal any information about
the EP you’re working on, and when can
we expect to hear it?
A bit of a secret ha! More seriously, there
are a few tracks coming and you should
expect to hear them around October.
Those are a bit different from my last
releases. I have been working on them
for some time now and some of them
go back to the roots of my project. In
fact sometimes I reopen older projects
that I totally forgot about and then magic
happens.
Can you tell us a little about the music
industry in Brussels?
Yes! People are cool here. I mean
Brussels is so small and, as such, you
quickly know everyone or someone who
knows someone. The only thing that I
sometimes miss here is more venues.
Outside the festival season, Belgium is
known for, you don’t have that many
opportunities for live gigs. They exist
but not too often.
DJ’ing or producing, describe your
musical style.
I think producing, as it gives you so much
freedom. My style is various, electronic
and sometimes heavy. I try not to focus
on specific genres, as I find it much more
exciting to just try out things and see
where the music is going. I’m also trying
to build up a live show in the long term!
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What advice do you have for aspiring
artists?
Try new styles instead of keeping it too
similar and, once your music is ready,
don’t be afraid to release them. I see
that with a lot of people, they make
great music but are too scared to release
them. Also, build a team as some people
can help you whether they make films,
visuals… making this journey on your
own is difficult, promoting your content
is important, probably as much as doing
music.
What are your future plans?
Now I’m working on the final bits of my
EP, but it’s almost ready. There may be
some cool events coming in October.
Can’t talk about them too much yet but
expect sweet things! Outside this EP I
also worked with a lot of other
producers and singers. We also recently
released a track with “Husson” that will
get a music video in September.
Any last words?
Lots of thanks to Ruby from Audiation
for this opportunity and to Okuna! Stay
tuned, whether it’s on Instagram or
Facebook as there will be many
surprises in the upcoming months.
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Latest release ‘Those Days’ is out
now!
http://bit.ly/MotYoutube
www.matteroftact.net
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AUG - SEP PLAYLIST
Liv Austen - The Next Time
Shinedown - I'll Follow You
Dommin - My Heart, Your Hands
Ciara ft Missy Elliot - 1,2 Step
P!nk - Try
Griff - Mirror Talk
BEYOND THE BLACK - Through The Mirror
Weiss - Feel My Needs
Godsmack - Under Your Scars
One Dark Martian ft Jay Harvey - Gonna Be
Alright
Gus Teja - Feel With Love
TerreNation - Travel
MJ Cole - Sincere
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We are #AudiationNation - The playlist chosen by you.
Have your say and let us know what you’re listening to
for our collaborative playlist!
www.AudiationMagazine.com/AudiationNation
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Note to
Pomplamoose
Jack, Nataly & Crew Members,
Greetings from the island of Mauritius and from Audiation!
Hey there! I am writing while listening to your channel (I have subscribed!) …
Don't quite recall how I came across your music, but guys, you do rock!
My favorite song/mash-up for now is the JamiroBeeGees Mash Up. The vocals are
clear and perfectly pitched for the music you deliver. Your funky notes are full of
happiness and are an explosion of good vibes to the soul.
Now, seeing the live performance is another burst of energy. You have those
expressions of being so happy to be here and having good fun(k). I love these faces,
energy and smiles of Jack during the play… the looks when the bass line lift up the
songs, the delicate rhythm from the guitar coupled with the clear funky effects, and
how the band just goes smoothly together.
I keep discovering your music and would like to thank you for sharing your passion. A
warm welcome indeed.
Keep Well.
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Stv
Chillout...
Max Ryan - Adrift
A firm beat, a strong hand leading you into the
light. A light which dazzles, soothing
atmosphere surrounding you. You take a
moment to slowly turn, arms outspread, looking
up at the glorious rays shining through the
treetops. The light and pleasing melody gently
raise the corners of your mouth. An escape.
DJ PAUL (AR) - Healing Sounds
In the grey monotonous world a rainbow of
violet, emerald, sapphire, crimson and a myriad
of colours shimmer into existence. Textured
detail trickle across a calm atmospheric lake of
sound. Influences of nature and cultural beauty
delight the senses.
You can find every solution
deep in your heart and feel
strong about it.
Sleepless nights…
Nevertheless, the hope isn't damaged
by the darkness all around.
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Alex from Jack feat. Bulle - The Game
Scored another 1st recently.
Graced the cover of a magazine.
Big BIG shouts to Ruby and the
team over at Audiation Magazine
for giving me the platform .
So humbled and blessed to be
given the opportunity.
I trust that the universe will
provide many many more.
Cover by the amazing - Matt
Wilson.
#magazine #music
- T8PES
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Elrow Town London 2019
The most weird, wonderful and magical show in underground music that is
Elrow returned to the party capital of England for its 3rd edition of Elrow
Town London, and they did not disappoint. Scaling down from 2 days to
just the 1 and a even with a slight change in venue from last year, moving
to the north of London from the east, the festival was sold out as they upped
the ante on things and the vibe inside was incredible. Deep in the middle
of August, the weather was on side as a host of artists played across 10
different stages - some more easily found than others, which only added
to the beauty of the experience which was enjoyed by ravers of all ages
legal to rave.
From the start, the punches were pulled with the opening set on the main
stage being played by Elrow mainstay Marc Maya followed by an incredible
b2b2b by Detlef, Lastmun & Nathan Barato. The open air was often found
to be filled by confetti cannons whilst, on the ground amongst all the
revellers, over 150 different characters could be found running, interacting
with and entertaining the crowds. The big tent named The Enchanted Forest
was exactly the same sort of vibe you'd experience in the indoor terrace
at the home of Elrow Barcelona - magical. It was dark and gloomy but
fluorescent. Inside may have been baking hot, it didn't stop the crowd from
stomping non-stop to the likes of Franky Rizardo, De La Swing & Micheal
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Photography by Lawrence Jones
Bibi who smashed out a 3hr set.
elrow is an award-winning experiential event concept and party series
founded in 2010 by Cruz and Juan Arnau Lasierra; the sixth generation from
a dynasty of entrepreneurs also responsible for creating Monegros Festival
and legendary Club Florida 135 in Fraga, Spain. From their head-quarters in
Barcelona, elrow have taken the world by storm with their unforgettable
party style, pairing elaborate production, interactive performers and zany
characters with the best electronic music, placing them as a global reference
for circus inspired parties with tickets to the visual spectaculars usually
selling out in minutes. A myriad of different themes and concepts makeup
elrow's zeitgeist with sub-brands including 'Rowlympics'; their own take on
the Olympic games, their Brazilian jungle carnival theme, 'Sambodromo de
Brasil' and flag-ship theme 'Singermorning'.
Elrow Town London 2019 was once again a truly magical affair and it's
definitely one to look forward to next year in their new home of Trent Park.
Until then, we can hold ourselves till Halloween when the Elrow team will
return.
NEXT EVENT: Sunday 3rd November 2019 - Elrow Horroween @ The
Drumsheds, London
www.elrow.com
Cessle
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Get to know me on the inside, I’m much more than just the cover .
Thanks again to @audiationmagazine for an amazing #interview and
#article!! Loved being your #cover #girl!
- Elexis Ansley
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"When you overhear people explaining an
event they attended and totally exaggerate
or lie about it, but they don’t know you
were there too. But what makes me smile
in music is when I get messages from
random people that like my music. It's
s u c h a s w e e t fe e l i n g ! " M a t t e r O f Ta c t
T H I N G S T H AT M A K E M E
SMILE.
NEW
MUSIC
CHARTED
Soprano ft Vincenzo - Le Coach
#10 in Mauritius
It’s time to go push, we have dreams to lift. This is an ultimate
power song aka a motivational talk from your coach telling you
not to give up. The lively production gets you jumping with a fun,
uplifting spirit. Snappy French lyrics are all up in your face as the
team chants “Allez” - Go!
AJ Tracey - Ladbroke Grove
#5 in UK
A lovely, warm and likeable 2-Step beat sets the mood together with a
light vocal sentiment. The fresh bars bring a great street vibe. I’m a
rockstar, DJ mash up the deck.
Boomdabash & Alessandra Amoroso - Mambo Salentino
#5 in Italy
Baila. Dance… Trumpets flare in vivd triumph as the fluid Italian
male vocals dance with the alluring female. This is a colourful
song of enjoying the moment and forgetting any worries.
.
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‘Good Vibes Only (VIP)’ by Them Ones is an absolute summer banger! The
chilled garage production has just the right amount of bumpiness, warmth
and bass to provide the perfect joyful raving playground. The lively energy
bouncing between this lyrical trio is contagious. Snappy ruthless flows
expressing nostalgia and good times together with a smooth chorus to coax a
smile out of every listener. Simply three cheeky lads having fun and spreading
good vibes!
Them Ones are an exciting new trio featuring Eddie Craig, from the seminal UK
Garage group Wideboys, responsible for the genre defining anthem Sambucca,
and are now established as the UK's no.1 remix team. Them Ones also features
Daniel O'Reilly (aka Dapper Laughs), one of the biggest influencers in the UK,
with 5 Million social media fans. O’Reilly's compilation album Naughty Sesh -
Weekend Anthems hit No.7 in Official UK Chart in 2018. And, his single
Naughty Sesh with Majestic, has amassed over 2.5 million Spotify plays so far.
Making up the trio is the multitalented artist Nathan Richards, also known as
Like Son who burst onto the scene with his Danny Howard supported debut
Freakin on BBC Radio 1.
Them Ones recent debut single "It's A Madness", picked up early support
across Kiss FM and Kiss Fresh. Them Ones now return with massive UK Garage
follow up single "Good Vibes Only (VIP)" that has already hit No.1 spot on
iTunes Dance chart!
www.instagram.com/themonesmusic
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The harsh
realisation of
regret.
Sunbursts and
ethereal
reflections.
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’Show Me’ by Molly Hammar featuring Kim Cesarion is a gorgeous
narration of a summer love story. Her delicate tones dance with his husky
flow in a heady vocal blend. Kiss my walls then you take 'em all down. The
soft and inviting production has an exciting twist of funk to set the mood.
Surf with me on a wave real nice. Full of passion and desire, the heat is
palpable.
Chart topping sensation Molly Hammar teams up with fellow Swedish star
Kim Cesarion for her stunning new single, ‘Show Me'. Produced by Pontus
Persson, ‘Show Me’ is the third single from Molly’s forthcoming EP and
follows hit singles ‘No Place Like Me’ featuring Big Narstie and ‘WORDS’.
A spirit of adventure, independence and self-discovery continues to shine
through Molly’s latest offering which carries a strong positive message
“bring back the romance!” Molly said warmly about the song, “Both
myself and Kim are hopeless romantics, so when we got together in the
studio for the first time it was clear that we were going to write a song
about love. I hope that people who listen to the song will join us in
spreading loving vibes to the world.”
Molly Hammar grew up with jazz musician parents and Kim Cesarion has a
background in classical music, but it is through their shared love for R&B
and pop that they found each other musically. Kim Cesarion had his
breakthrough in 2013 with his debut single ‘Undressed’, a track that has
amassed more than 24 million YouTube views. He returned last year with
the EP ‘Bleed’ from which the lead track had its world premiere on a plane
to SXSW in Austin.
Kim said “Seizing the opportunity to work with one of the best voices in
Sweden was a total no brainer for me, although we have slightly different
approaches to the creative process and the producer Pontus Persson was
the perfect match. Now I’m just really excited about sharing the single
and to delivering some Zouk vibes this summer! "
Previous singles from Molly’s hotly anticipated second EP have garnered
widespread media support across the UK and globally from the likes of
BBC Radio 2, BBC 1Xtra, Channel 4, The Line of Best Fit, Complex, NYLON
and Idolator to name but a few. The next few months will see Molly
Hammar complete a short summer tour in Sweden and release her EP, that
finds Molly baring her soul on the dynamic within relationships, her own
identity and lost nights out in London.
www.instagram.com/mollyhammar
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35
y Chiedu Oraka x Deezkid is
insanely addictive!
The nifty production consists of funky
Afro-style drums and a moody little melody.
The lyrical flows grab you and pull you in
with catch hooks. One deep and husky, the
Man are just
other snappy and direct.
Drop down and give me
something.
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flexin’ now.
Chiedu Oraka & Deezkid are the sound of a new working-class
Northern England. Meeting at The Warren Youth Project,
Deeze agreed to volunteer in exchange for using their studio
where he met Chiedu after rating a mixtape of his and telling
him he could make beats.
Now the Hull natives are cutting their own path with Men
Behaving Badly, a commentary on the UK’s real nightlife
combining Grime, Funky, Afro-fusion & Garage with rave/club
culture wrapped in trademark Yorkshire humour, urging you
to hit the bars and dancefloors as hard as a Tyson right to the
body, right to the head.
“Men Behaving Badly isn't defined by a genre, you can’t just
put this into a box. It's a lifestyle, we know what we are,
Northern reprobates who don't tend to do well with it comes
to rules” explains Chiedu. “We've made a record that hasn't
made us conform to what’s out now. It’s a National Anthem
that will make any stiff dancer feel like James Brown as soon
the track comes on. So, grab a drink and shake a leg”
In a city often dominated by guitar music, Oraka & Deeze have
conceived the UK’s freshest alternative sound with nods to
the early 00s which has already attracted the attention of BBC
Radio 1 (Mike Skinner with Annie Mac), 1Xtra (Introducing
Track of the Week), Radio 1’s Big Weekend, 6 Music (Tom
Robinson), The Guardian, i-D, The Quietus & BBC’s Newsbeat.
Previous single ‘Darcy’ was the 8th longest track to ever be on
Grime Shutdown for over 300 days, over 2.3M streams
followed by Chiedu being the only UK MC to officially drop
bars on the biggest Hip Hop beat of the year, Blueface’s
‘Thotiana’.
www.instagram.com/ORAKALD
www.instagram.com/prod_by._deezkid
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‘El Nido’ by Mij Mack is a chilled set of tracks for the summer evenings. The
title track is a wonderfully intricate production of lovely textural elements,
together with a gentle glow of an exotic female voice as the soothing
atmosphere washes over you. Second track ‘We Got Somewhere’ takes a turn
into a pleasing funky night with the fun beats and also features a feeling of
nostalgia.
Mij Mack is back on Kenja Records. The producer like to travel round the world
and take in different cultures. As he says 'to stay sane, when I make my tracks I
visualise the places I want to go and this inspires the music.” We are glad he
does! Two wicked Melodic deep house tracks on his new EP 'El Nido'
www.soundcloud.com/mijmack
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A tumble of
emotions.
A soulful and
tropical fiesta!
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‘Be Good’ by D Selektah is a lovely UKG trio. The title track displays a pretty
piano melody together with a gorgeous female vocal, on top of a minimal
lively beat with a subtle bass wobble and little sparkles. Be good to me, my
baby. ‘Take Me Home’ holds a smooth hazy air with a raspy vocal, the main
section comes with a fresh modern style. The trio is complete with CJ Reign’s
remix of ‘Be Good’, he adds charming oriental strings and then drops down
into a hard, choppy production.
Downplay is proud to welcome Swiss-based producer D Selektah to the label
for our next release. ‘Be Good’ floats in on a summer breeze of light piano keys
and swelling strings, with a soulful vocal FX layered on top. This gives way to
bubbling bass and a laconic 2-step groove before taking it up a gear into a 4x4
stomper to bring us a UKG roller perfect for the late summer sunshine.
‘Take Me Home’ takes the same path with a sweet R&B vocal rolling over
subtle chords and bass stabs, all underpinned by that trademark smooth D
Selektah beatwork.
Garage legend CJ Reign steps up to remix the title track and it’s a masterclass
in UKG production with glittering strings and intricate percussion providing
the underlying structure for those soaring vocals and glorious chords before
being chopped and layered with lazer-beam precision.
www.beatport.com/artist/d-selektah/694646
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Riding the rails across a picturesque Thailand. My mind at
ease, my soul wandering into freedom.
Jet off with your summer accompaniment of the ‘Travel EP’ by
Swedish producer TerraNation. For the first track, Travel’ holds
modern dance melodies, a lively tempo and a hint of darkness
reflecting the thrilling taste for adventure. Part two of the EP
he delivers an exciting and refreshing burst of energy with a
remix of Mark Rustell’s ‘Morning Sun’ - this mood of
anticipation carries us on the journey.
Inspired by travels around the world, TerraNation explains that
the EP gives “particular feelings to just relax your mind and
fade away into those moments of your life..” He also mentions,
“I wanna share my moment with this song when i travel to
other continents.”
www.beatport.com/artist/terranation/369451
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‘Phase’ by Alice Rowe is the story of a girl rising up through the storm, not
taking any nonsense anymore. You ain’t worth my time. Her sultry voice has a
lovely mix of raspiness and sweetness. The slinky summery production allows
your body to sway gently. You were just a phase, time to move on.
From Soundcloud sensation to working with Grammy and MOBO nominated
producers, Alice Rowe is more than just a ‘phase’. Following her fantastically
well-received release ‘Figure You Out’ which premiered with DJ Ace at BBC
Radio 1Xtra, Alice Rowe is back with the feisty joint ‘Phase’, produced by UK
producers ZDot and Krunchie.
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.
Her confident, emotive vocals and songwriting build in depth and fire to the
track as she dissects a lustful relationship, incomparable with love, drawing
you in to the essence of the record whilst the mid-tempo beat induces
unstoppable movement.
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.
www.instagram.com/alicerowefm
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A romantic saga,
together at last.
A refreshing nod
to timeless
memories.
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The Mon Frère brothers are always doing something
interesting and allowing their creative juices to flow. As
featured previously, Paul’s new Megaphonic project
delivers bright pop sensations to fill your life with tropical
vibrancy. We’re now excited to introduce Matt’s new
breakbeat endeavour Mirage. This is a delight for both the
visual and audio senses with a conflicting though artistic
idea of both satire and flair melded together.
‘Sexy’ by Mirage is the debut track, it leads in with a sturdy
percussion as the visuals show an office worker mocking
provocative dancing. We switch to a black backdrop and a
dancer in red with the professional talent of suggestive
dance. An equally raunchy bass-driven melody enters
together with a “sexy” vocal sample. A cold, jarring element
is added which kind of throws things off balance.
‘Another One’ is the second track with a trendy street / hip
hop beat. The video begins by showcasing two really cool
urban dancers. A glowing wave of atmosphere rises and the
chopped commercial vocal plays in. We move to a more
common setting with a colourful pair in oversized glasses,
wigs, bear shoes, packets of meat and Quorn, a balloon
burst, a definitely baffled cat, and very strange dancing
which will haunt you long after you’ve seen it.
No doubt, the forthcoming track ‘Punch In The Face’ will be
something of a statement considering the first two releases
and of course that subtle title! Mirage is creating an
illusion… making a fool of the system but also shining the
light on those who have broken free through dance.
www.facebook.com/Mirage-306718453327492
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45
‘Open Arms’ by MYKROBOY & remixed by Dom Hz delivers an interesting play
of moods. The moody piano chords hold a deep atmosphere whilst the little
trickles of textured voices and pretty detail create colourful flourishes. The
bumpy drop switches on a steely attitude with playful use of modern garage
sounds. A level of enlightenment comes into play as strings rise from a place
unknown.
To celebrate a year since my 'Open Arms EP' dropped, I'm giving away this epic
remix from Manchester legend, Dom Hz for FREE DOWNLOAD! As you'll hear,
it's a total contrast to the original but still morphs throughout, going on a mad
journey of different rhythms, futuristic soundscapes and textures, while still
being very much geared towards the dancefloor. Perfect summer garage vibes
and guaranteed to sit well in any set!
www.soundcloud.com/mykroboy
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EVENTS
Holi Festival Of Colours
1 June - 7 September
Germany
Dimensions Festival
28 August - 1 September
Pula, Croatia
Sundown Festival
30 August - 1 September
Norwich, United Kingdom
PURE At Le Château
31 August - 1 September
Saint Aubin, Mauritius
Tranzmission Festival
1 September
London, United Kingdom
Budafest
1 - 3 September
Budapest, Hungary
Outlook Festival
4 - 8 September
Pula, Croatia
Positiv Festival
5 September
Orange, France
PURE Carl Cox Weekend
6 - 7 September
Prague, Czech Republic
The Long Road Festival
6 - 8 September
Lancastershire, United
Kingdom
Deep In The Woods
6 - 8 September
Heer, Belgium
Elrow Town Festival -
Amsterdam
7 September
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Lief Festival
7 September
Utrecht, Netherlands
Summertime Live
Brighton With Classic
Ibiza
7 September
Brighton, United Kingdom
The BPM Festival:
Portugal
12 - 15 September
Portimao, Portugal
Into The Woods Festival
13 - 14 September
Amersfoort, Netherlands
Donostia Festibala
13 - 14 September
San Sebastian, Spain
Nova Batida
13 - 15 September
Lisbon, Portugal
KAABOO Del Mar
13 - 15 September
Del Mar, United States
Oasis Festival
13 - 15 September
Marrakech, Morocco
Life Is Beautiful Festival
20 - 22 September
Las Vegas, United States
Hospitality In The Park
21 September
London, United Kingdom
A Day At The Park
21 September
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Awakenings & Time Warp
Present Connect
21 September
Dusseldorf, Germany
Southbeats Festival
21 - 22 September
Sevenoaks, United
Kingdom
Oktoberfest
21 September - 6 October
Munich, Germany
ABODE In The Park
22 September
London, United Kingdom
Santa Casa Alfama
27 - 28 September
Lisbon, Portugal
Rock In Rio
27 - 29 September
Ria De Janeiro, Brazil
Groove Island
27 - 30 September
Catalina Island, United
States
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EVENTS
Holi Festival Of Colours
1 June - 7 September
Germany
Dimensions Festival
28 August - 1 September
Pula, Croatia
Sundown Festival
30 August - 1 September
Norwich, United Kingdom
PURE At Le Château
31 August - 1 September
Saint Aubin, Mauritius
Tranzmission Festival
1 September
London, United Kingdom
Budafest
1 - 3 September
Budapest, Hungary
Outlook Festival
4 - 8 September
Pula, Croatia
Positiv Festival
5 September
Orange, France
PURE Carl Cox Weekend
6 - 7 September
Prague, Czech Republic
The Long Road Festival
6 - 8 September
Lancastershire, United
Kingdom
Deep In The Woods
6 - 8 September
Heer, Belgium
Elrow Town Festival -
Amsterdam
7 September
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Lief Festival
7 September
Utrecht, Netherlands
Summertime Live
Brighton With Classic
Ibiza
7 September
Brighton, United Kingdom
The BPM Festival:
Portugal
12 - 15 September
Portimao, Portugal
Into The Woods Festival
13 - 14 September
Amersfoort, Netherlands
Donostia Festibala
13 - 14 September
San Sebastian, Spain
Nova Batida
13 - 15 September
Lisbon, Portugal
KAABOO Del Mar
13 - 15 September
Del Mar, United States
Oasis Festival
13 - 15 September
Marrakech, Morocco
Life Is Beautiful Festival
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20 - 22 September
Las Vegas, United States
Hospitality In The Park
21 September
London, United Kingdom
A Day At The Park
21 September
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Awakenings & Time Warp
Present Connect
21 September
Dusseldorf, Germany
Southbeats Festival
21 - 22 September
Sevenoaks, United
Kingdom
Oktoberfest
21 September - 6 October
Munich, Germany
ABODE In The Park
22 September
London, United Kingdom
Santa Casa Alfama
27 - 28 September
Lisbon, Portugal
Rock In Rio
27 - 29 September
Ria De Janeiro, Brazil
Groove Island
27 - 30 September
Catalina Island, United
States
Boundary Brighton
28 September
Brighton, United Kingdom
Mint Festival
28 September
Leeds, United Kingdom
Syndicate Festival
5 October
Dortmund, Germany
Above & Beyond Present
Group Therapy 350:
Prague
11 October
Prague, Czech Republic
MOGA Festival
11 - 13 October
Essaouira, Morocco
Transmission
12 October
Prague, Czech Republic
DLDK UK
12 October
Manchester, United
Kingdom
DGTL Tel Aviv
14 October
Tel Aviv, Israel
ADE
16 - 20 October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Ouest Park Festival
16 - 20 October
Le Havre, France
Our Story - 15 Years
Tomorrowland
17 - 18 October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Holecene Festival
18 - 19 October
Grenoble, France
AMF
19 October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Simple Things Festival
19 October
Bristol, United Kingdom
Drumcode Halloween
26 October
London, United Kingdom
Termnial V Festival - The
Reckoning
26 October
Edinburgh, United
Kingdom
Movement Torino
31 October
Turin, Italy
Pitchfork Music Festival
Paris
31 October - 2 November
Paris, France
Kaz’Out
1 November
Pamplemousses, Mauritius
Bloody Sexy
Halloweekend
1 - 2 November
Prague, Czech Republic
BIME Live
1 - 2 November
Bilbao, Spain
Electric Daisy Carnival -
Orlando
8 - 10 November
Orlando, United States
Miami Beach Pop Festival
8 - 10 November
Miami Beach, United States
MAYDAY Poland
10 November
Katowice, Poland
Imagination Festival
22 November
Prague, Czech Republic
Clockenflap
22 - 24 November
Central Harbourfront, Hong
Kong
Creamfields Chile
23 November
Santiago, Chile
Apokalypsa 20 Years
29 November
Brno, Czech Republic
Manchester Reggae
Festival
30 November
Manchester, United
Kingdom
Stand out from the crowd with Fieldcandy 49
REFERENCES
Spotlight
www.dnrvinyl.co.uk
www.facebook.com/
ShadowheartsRecordings
www.danielwanrooy.com
www.dannyblaze.com
http://bit.ly/MarksUpToSomething
www.facebook.com/LeanneLouisemusic
www.facebook.com/eddiecraigmusic
www.facebook.com/playlistliveuk
Alexander Joseph - A Racket In Hand
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
NMIFfbTI2Sg
www.rocketfuelhq.com/product/2264
---
www.ajosephmusic.com
Matter Of Tact
http://bit.ly/MotYoutube
www.matteroftact.net
Matter Of Tact ft CH - Those Days
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
m9ooSlKuPLo
https://fanlink.to/tdays
---
www.matteroftact.net
Pomplamoose - JamiroBeeGees Mashup
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
ooZR4LSuppk
Pomplamoose - Welcome to My Planet
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
raG_68yaz_k
---
https://spoti.fi/2r3Yqkh
www.pomplamoose.com
Max Ryan - Adrift
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
VwAoRiytbyg
www.beatport.com/release/adriftep/2674445
---
www.beatport.com/artist/maxryan/635337
DJ PAUL (AR) - Healing Sounds
www.beatport.com/label/bevelrec/79887
---
www.instagram.com/djpaul_ar
Elrow
www.elrow.com
Soprano ft Vincenzo - Le Coach
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=8NyParAaNos
https://soprano.lnk.to/phoenix
---
www.soprano-lesite.fr
www.instagram.com/vincenzopsy4
AJ Tracey - Ladbroke Grove
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
r_Q40kOt9X0
https://ajtracey.lnk.to/LG
---
www.instagram.com/ajtracey
Boomdabash & Alessandra Amoroso -
Mambo Salentino
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
i8qZ2Hif_eM
https://pld.lnk.to/MamboSalentino
---
www.boomdabash.com
www.alessandraamoroso.it
Them Ones - Good Vibes Only (VIP)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
vRZyhT9ncwI
https://smarturl.it/gvovip
---
www.instagram.com/themonesmusic
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JDG - Fool
www.youtube.com/watch?
v=7H4sp9SOqxY
https://fanlink.to/JDGfool
---
www.soundcloud.com/jdg-music
Alex from Jack ft Bulle - The Game
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDi25RMwq4
https://ffm.to/ke1a979
---
www.soundcloud.com/alex62890
www.beatport.com/artist/bulle/584568
Molly Hammar ft Kim Cesarion - Show Me
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
VDRrjm5ddhw
https://orcd.co/showme
---
www.instagram.com/mollyhammar
www.kimcesarion.com
Chiedu Oraka x Deezkid - Men Behaving
Badly
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
xpVpiy622SE
https://ffm.to/menbehavingbadly
---
www.instagram.com/ORAKALD
www.instagram.com/prod_by._deezkid
Mij Mack - El Nido
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
IwtMuYo4sf4
www.beatport.com/release/el-nidoep/2669756
---
www.soundcloud.com/mijmack
K!NGS - Transgressions (Part One)
www.soundcloud.com/slimetime/sets/
kngs-transgressions-part-one
https://lnk.to/Transgressions
---
www.facebook.com/US2STEP
Dom East - Vertigo
www.soundcloud.com/bioniarecords/
dom-east-vertigo-out-now
https://click.dj/dom5780/s/vertigo
---
www.bioniarecords.com
D Selektah - Be Good
www.soundcloud.com/slimetime/sets/dselektah-be-good-ep-dwn018
https://lnk.to/BeGood
---
www.beatport.com/artist/dselektah/694646
TerraNation - Travel EP
www.soundcloud.com/awjrec/sets/
awjr162_terranation-travel-ep
https://smarturl.it/AWJR162
---
www.beatport.com/artist/
terranation/369451
Alice Rowe - Phase
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
vfTrzFow400
https://song.link/Phase
---
www.instagram.com/alicerowefm
Miel de Botton - Surrender to the Feeling
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFx3kD_-
hcg
https://listnin.co/MielSTTF
---
www.mielmusic.co.uk
Danny Blaze - You’re Not Alone
www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-ecfppifnc
https://lnkfi.re/4yDa2y0F
---
www.dannyblaze.com
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Mirage - Sexy
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
b70sZN2OxQs
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/sexysingle/1463855470
---
www.facebook.com/
Mirage-306718453327492
MYKROBOY - Open Arms (Dom Hz Remix)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=
BKXWOyBw-Qs
https://hypeddit.com/track/lvd2ai
---
www.soundcloud.com/mykroboy
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Audiation Magazine, Issue AM062
On The Cover:
Elrow Town London 2019
www.elrow.com
Photography by Lawrence Jones
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