Musicians
Michal Menert is the first artist signed to Pretty Lights Music, after co-producing Pretty Lights’ debut album, “Taking Up Your Precious Time (2006)” and contributing to a handful of the project’s tracks afterward. In 2010 he released his first full-length solo album, entitled “Dreaming Of A Bigger Life.” He also performs with Paul Basic under
NiT GriT is the devious machination of 24 year old San Jose, California native, Danny Beall. A relative newcomer to the scene, Dan has rapidly gained a substantial following. Influenced by genres such as IDM, D&B, Glitch, and Breakcore, Dan has spent the past 4 years producing and experimenting under several different monikers. His latest
From coast to coast and beyond, the electronic music spectrum has shifted radically to the low end, generating ribcage-rattling blasts from the underground on up. Tucked away in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder-Denver-Ft.Collins triangle is the epicenter of this low-frequency onslaught, producing some of the biggest names in the game. At the
Emerging from his own distinct corner of the West Coast electronic music scene, Random Rab offers a powerful and unique contribution to sonic exploration. Often referred to as “The Master of Emotion” his music is patently beautiful and melodic. With diverse influences ranging from trip-hop, classical and Arabic to bass driven compositions, his songs are
Polish Ambassador shows are not a quick fuck. The music is not about pounding your body into submission. It’s a passionate love-making affair, with subtle waves and profound emotion. You will be caressed. You will be teased. You will be bounced. You will be gyrated towards a higher frequency of happiness. For the Polish Ambassador
DJ Vadim has become well respected as an innovator in a number of areas during his career, “a veteran presence in the DJ community as well as one of the foremost producers in too many communities to count, Vadim is never running out of ideas” (URB Magazine). During a career that is approaching its twentieth
Herobust HeRobust – Hayden Kramer, known as HeRobust, is an Atlanta based producer that has been blending genres ever since he emerged onto the electronic music scene in early 2011. HeRobust’s debut EP, Albumin, was released on Saturate Records in February of 2011 and was quickly recognized by industry leaders such as XLR8R, Vice, and
Russ Liquid Set apart from other up-and-coming West Coast bass music producers by his extensive world-touring history and performance experience, Russ Liquid brings a much-needed injection of melody and emotion to the thriving dance floor community. Classically trained on the piano, trumpet, saxophone and flute, Russ Liquid spent his early 20’s touring the Caribbean and
Mission… To produce and perform music that uplifts the spirit of the listener, while allowing for the natural ebb and flow of light and dark.. Melodies channeled from within, Rhythms from around the world and Beats and Bass that sway the body into ecstatic release….Keeping it smooth and Sexy while tapping into the unlimited realms
Signal Path began in the mountains of Missoula, MT in 2001 where they forged a unique brand of electronic dance music by splicing technology with raw instrumentalism. Now thriving in one of the most explosive electronic scenes in the country, the Denver based band creates powerful studio work and wildly popular live shows. Playing to
Project Aspect In 2008, Jay Jaramillo developed ProJect Aspect, a progressive new paradigm for exploring music and engaging with the community. With over 12 years of dedicated musical experience, three of which were spent producing electronic music, Jaramillo has honed a highly developed style instantly recognizable and uniquely his own. With a pair of the
The Flying Skulls are a hard-hitting West Coast production crew that rocks dub-step, live mpc sets, and stage-raging electronic music. The Skulls have made a name for themselves by destroying festival dancefloors and leaving a trail of ecstatic music fans across the US. Since their inception in 2008, their own brand of slippery basslines, crunked out
Colorado’s Octopus Nebula has recently opened up on the scene, impressing audiences far and wide with their new style of music that blends elements of electronic, ambient, downtemps, breakbeat, rock, acid jazz, and ethereal grooves. Originally formed in 2004, the current incarnation coalesced in 2008 and consists of Fleeb Thomas on bass, Robin Bloch on
Future Simple Project An amalgamation of music & movement featuring audio performers Miraja & Mousterious and dancers led by MaQi Star. Blurring genres of bass music and organic electronica, they are often joined by special live guest musicians and vocalists. Together this dynamic group weaves a ravishing visual soundscape intertwined with pretty melodies, complex rhythms,
The Digital Connection (Got Bass, MHSM) is the musical vision of Colorado native Ricky Shine. Since 2009 DC has been tearing crowds apart armed to the teeth with an arsenal of brilliant melodic patterns and soul crunching basslines. After slaying crowds in Denver, Fort Collins, and Boulder, DC is ready to take over the world
Comprised of Jerome Forney and Andrew Ribotto, S&G was initially launched as a minimal techno project. The duo continues to evolve their production into all realms of the EDM sphere from house to techno to electro, glitch and 2-stepped drum and bass garage vibes. S&G is pushing out driving and energetic tracks that pair fresh
Among all of the new artists that are entering the world of electronic music you will find one diamond in the rough. Phoseph’s wide range of previous live shows give you just a taste of his versatility that continues to secure his support from the local DJ community in Tucson, Arizona. His song selection is
Griffin March understands the power of mellowed-out music. As DJ Bogl, he delves into next-level dance music to unearth the understated, beat-heavy tracks that color his eclectic mixes–although he’ll also drop a massive, dirty rhythm on a sweaty crowd when the time is right.
One of the Co-Founders of The Mile High Sound Movement. Meshing elevated lyrics with some of the best production around thanks to M.H.S.M. A one man wrecking crew when it comes to live performance. You don’t need much to play amazing music live, my lyrics and energy speak for themselves. I strive to be positive
“Hip Hop is dead” is no longer a rumor. What was once a whisper, hiding under the hoodies and fitted hats of the hip hop community, is now a mainstream pop icon plastered on cheap shirts, in 80’s neon. But lies often spread better than truth. Hip hop is alive and well. It is a
At a time when it seems like many producers and DJs are leaning more and more towards aggressive music, Afro Monk is doing just the opposite and bringing the romance back to the dance floor with downtempo sounds and chilled-out future beats. Combining fluid melodies, sultry rhythms and hypnotic bass, Afro Monk uses lush yet
Blending elements from both the organic world and that of the digital realm, Smokovich creates origional sounds described as audio crystalline soundscapes. With roots in hip hop, breaks, dinosaur quartet jams and drum and bass , he builds an eclectic fusion of harmonies to encourage ethereal visions and promote a sense of cheerful bliss. Smokovich
Originating out of NorCal’s Sonoma County, KYMA is a blend of live musicianship and electronic music production. A soundscape that bridges the worlds of glitch-hop, breakbeat, rock and bass music. With the aid of digital production and the moment to moment improv of live instrumentation, the KYMA crew creates an exploratory sonic environment.
Focusing on improvisational jamming that blends funk, jazz, and jamtronica, The Bennu offers its audience a style of music similar to the iconic jam bands of the last millenium as well as the new wave of electronic music in a live band setting. “The Bennu”, which is the Egyptian correspondence to the iconic phoenix, serves
a Funk based Jam band with heavy Reggae and Blues influences which produces original high energy danceable music. 8 Minutes to Burn is playing regional shows and festivals sharing the stage with such acts as: Junior Reid, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, The B-Side Players, Josh Fischel, March Fourth Marching Band and many others.
Berkeley, California based electronic producer Jake Atlas, aka Thriftworks, offers up his own fresh, outsider style weaving eclectic samples and explosive modern bass that takes the art of beat-crafting to new heights. Garnering much praise from fans and critics alike, his latest release, ‘Rainmaker,’ is quickly becoming known as one of the finest electronic albums
Colorado’s ill-Mannered spawned in May of 2011. Its concept was simple in design; deliver high-energy, danceable music, while also maintaining a level of musicality that is not commonly seen in electronic music. BIG BEATS, BIG BASS, Song structure and IMPACT are what this band does best. ill-Mannered is a trio of 2 producers and one
Hailing from San Francisco, NVO is a new music collective dedicated to melting faces and rocking dance floors with original beats, remixes, visuals, and light shows. The group’s four-piece core features Greg Maximov on live drums, DJ/producer DUDHAUS (aka Justin Ward) on sequencers and synths, Chuck Jones on sampling, scratching and Kaossilators, and songwriter Mike
Endoplasmic is a musical collective that takes pride in the freedom they get performing improvisational dance music! Formed out of the desire to keep a dance floor bouncing, Endoplasmic has been going strong since 2003, making improvisation the key element. Several players have jammed or been a part of endo over the years, and the
When eclectic DJ and Bikiniwax Records’ founder Corbin Dooley recently began writing songs for a forthcoming EP, he looked for inspiration in Tucson. Dubstep power duo Squarzan’s Thomas B, as well as energetic fast rising prodigy Phoseph are contributing key studio elements to Dooley’s blender of style. With minimalist splashes of Kruder & Dorfmeister, as
Electric Feel DJs are Corbin Dooley and Toby Roberts. Their three year old radio show “Electric Feel” airs live every Friday from 8p-10p AST on 91.3 FM KXCI Tucson. Encompassing such features as Old School Feel (classic electronica), Freak Frequency (offbeat), Techno Test Lab (new underground) and a half hour weekly guest DJ mix, Electric
My sole mission in life is to keep your ears listening, your brain thinking, your hearts radiating, and most of all, your booty shakin’. Although the name ‘Kill Smith” sounds violent or negative at first, its really just a phrase explaining our current shift into a new age as we break away from old and
Tucson, Arizona DJ Toby Roberts is known for his technically proficient mixing which takes the audience on a musical journey. Although his programming is focused on utilizing harmonic and emotional cues, his sound still invites the listener to move. In other words: equally inspiring in the headphones as on the dance floor. He can be
Adem Joel – Syncro-Mystic elements are what define Adem Joel’s fiery sound. With a passion for channeling step down transmissions from the cosmic center to heart and root alike, this beat guru captivates and transcends the mind and and electrifies the body of his fans through an enchanting mix of organic, bass heavy frequencies. Adem