Sharam's GU29 Dubai, an album that has been referred to as "..a must have for any house music fan..", is back for sale on iTunes. After enjoying a 3 month slot in the iTunes Top 10 upon release, the compilation was removed from the store due to unforeseen digital rights issues. Now, after its eight week hiatus, the two disc instant classic is back with more music and new exclusive tracks in its iTunes rerelease. The new version features music from the likes of "Sarah Mcleod" and "Saul B. vs Leo Gerardi" as well as new music from "Max Graham", "Mark Knight" and "Jono Grant & Mike Koglin".

To listen to the exclusive tracks or purchase Sharam GU29 Dubai, please click the iTunes button below or use Keyword: Sharam

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The online broadcast of Above & Beyond's popular weekly Trance Around The World radio show is moving to a new Friday evening timeslot. The show is currently broadcast via the Internet on Tuesday evenings, and syndicated via a worldwide network of FM/Satellite stations. With stations such as XM in the US, Radio DEEA in Romania and RMI FM in Poland all broadcasting the show on Friday evenings, the largest proportion of the show's global listenership now hears it on that day. So Above & Beyond have decided to start producing and airing the online broadcast of the show on Fridays, to make sure it captures that Friday feeling.
Above & Beyond's Tony McGuinness said: "With so many of the show's listeners now tuning in on Friday, we wanted to be in a weekend mood when we make the show, which is full of weekend music in any case. Now our European listeners can tune in while they're getting ready to go out on a Friday night, fans in the Americas can listen at work while they're winding down for the weekend, and our far eastern listeners, er, they still have to get up early don't they?!"
Trance Around The World's exact Friday evening time slot (either 6-8pm UK, 7-9pm UK or 8-10pm UK) will be decided in consultation with Above & Beyond's online community of fans, and the show will continue to be available on playback anytime at www.anjunabeats.com.
To ease the change of date, next week our online listeners will get TWO TATW's. A bonus show ("TATW 169.5") featuring the first two hours of Above & Beyond's recent set in San Juan, Puerto Rico, will air as usual on Tuesday night. TATW 170 will air on Friday night.
Above & Beyond’s Trance Around The World radio show is broadcast weekly in the following countries (local time unless stated) and worldwide via the Internet at www.anjunabeats.com on Fridays (new time tbc) and available on playback anytime.

Check out Trance Around The World here http://hkzone.yourme.net/Trance-Music-c3/Above-Beyond-Trance-around-the-world-f5.htm

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So much has happened since we last spoke! F*** Me I'm Famous kicked off in Ibiza, with a packed Pacha singing, arms held high, to "Love Is Gone", David smashed it and Bob Sinclar was just brilliant. Cathy drew together the most gorgeous and fabulous international glamour-pusses and the DJ's drove the clubbers crazy. The next day, David jetted to Dijon to play, headed to one of his favourite clubs, Le Mad in Switerland the following night, then rushed to Montreal for the Grand Prix on Sunday! F*** Me I'm Famous was the hottest after-party of the F1, so even though he was running on adrenalin and no sleep, David delivered a killer set. Landing in Paris, he had time to kiss baby Elvis before appearing on one of the biggest TV shows in France. At least he had plenty to talk about!

There is huge excitement across the channel for Pop Life, David's third artist album. It's not due to drop there until the end of summer, but with David's playing in the UK for all the Dance festivals, he's treating the clubbers to a sneak preview. The first "Escape To The Park" is in Wales this Saturday and is the sister to Global Gathering, next month, where David's again on the Main Stage - with Erick Morillo.

With the single released in France on Monday (sorry, but the rest of the world will have to wait a while..) it's a pretty relentless time for David. He seems to thrive on no sleep (so much so, he never gets jet-lagged), late nights and music so loud the speakers shake. I'll have whatever he's having please..


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Hey, we just found on YouTube a very good work from Renata a.k.a Realfinito, who seemed to be inspired by Bob Sinclar's track “Give A Lil' Love”, making a very good video clip! So we decided to show it on our website...
Very well done Renata, you did a pretty good job!
Thanks,
Bob Sinclar.

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Marcus Intalex, king of the more soulful and innovative side of drum‘n’bass, sits in a slightly uncomfortable position on his throne. He is the one in charge to continue the Fabriclive compilation series, with number 35.

"“Sometimes it’s really difficult because - as the popular sound is moving away from what we do and our sound - I do go to DJ at some places and the crowd really doesn’t like it. It’s just hard sometimes. You kinda gotta take it the way it is. I don’t change my sound because the crowd’s not into it, I can’t", Marcus says.

""What I decided to do is play a broad range of music, some reflecting the club environment, some reflecting the home environment. It leans a little more to the musical side and is quite varied in sound to keep it interesting. I’m well aware that a lot of drum‘n’bass is not particularly listenable for people who like a bit of everything. I’m trying to put a good light on drum‘n’bass and put some tunes on there that are interesting. I wanted to take the best drum‘n’bass out there and put it together to make a good representation of what I think drum‘n’bass is".

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Now DJmag has hooked up with DJTRX. Five lucky finalists of the London Calling producers contest will perform at an amazing party on Thursday 28th June in a line-up that includes 100% Isis & Don Diablo.

Their performance will be captured on video and broadcast the following day at pioneers mainstage at the London Calling conference. A panel of DJ's and music pundits will judge the event, including Don Diablo and 100% Isis.

THURSDAY 28
14:00 > 15:00 DJTRX A&R PIT: DJMAG DJ STAND
21:00 > 02:00 DJTRX Party: INIGO BAR

FRIDAY 29
12:00 > 13:30 DJTRX DEMOLITIONPANEL: PIONEER MAINSTAGE
14:00 > 15:00 DJTRX A&R PIT: DJMAG DJ STAND

DJTRX
DJTRX is the label that gives undiscovered talent the opportunity to release their potential. Do you produce your own material? Give it a try and visit us at

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Description: On Fast Trax this week I've got videos from The Chemical Brothers and Robyn, an Upfront Tune from Axwell and Ingrosso and graphics from Shakinda, a Bedroom Bedlam track, and an exclusive interview with Sarah Main

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A brand new club night has come to Pacha, London - Born to Dance - and to celebrate the Pacha crew have launched a special competition.

Born to Dance Records will be introducing their own night on Friday 13th July with a special appearance from the legendary Danny Rampling. Rita Campbell will also be cutting loose for a live PA, alongside top notch DJs like Gav McCall, Dave Bonner and Carl Hanaghan. If you want to get down there in style, check out this competition!

You can win:
VIP entrance for you and nine mates!
VIP table and waitress service!
£100 pre paid bar tab!
Born To Dance CD packs!
Five runners-up can also win CD packs.

To win, just answer this question:

What track signed to Loaded Records from Born To Dance Records in 2006 sampled Kathy Brown?

Answers can be found on the Born to Dance website: www.borntodance.com

Simply put your answer in an email along with your name, D.O.B. and answer and send to info@borntodance.com with "Pacha Comp" as the subject heading! Closing date is Friday 12 July at 12 noon.

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One of UK clubland’s leading institutions goes, literally, up in smoke, as Sheffield's most-loved club burns to the ground

Monday (June 18) saw one of the best-loved and best-known clubbing venues in the UK destroyed by fire.

At 5pm, a passerby dialled 999 when he noticed black smoke pouring out of Gatecrasher One in Sheffield. By 7pm, police were evacuating neighbouring offices and a nearby student hall of residence; at 7.20pm, part of Gatecrasher One (formerly The Republic) collapsed. Happily, though, no-one is believed to have been injured in the blaze.

At the time of writing, the cause of the fire is unknown.

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We caught up with Yahel while finishing up his new mix album SUPER SET II, read the interview here.

Israeli DJ /Producer Yahel Sherman is one of the more popular artists to rise from the global psy-trance scene. Along with his fellow Israelis, Infected Mushroom, DJ Yahel has spent the past few years travelling the globe and spreading his sound to ravers and clubbers alike.
With numerous successful mix CDs under his belt plus several highly successful singles released on Tiesto's label,Black Hole, Yahel has solidified his status as an up-and-coming producer and jock to watch (currently ranked at No 28 on the global DJ rankings). Although he isn't committed to a single style, Yahel has a natural affinity with trance side of things. His typical set is highly melodic, floaty, uplifting and catchy as all hell – he brings these elements, and more, into the mix with his new album Super Set II.

We took a moment to catch up with him.

dmadd: You are a busy man, you're always on the go. What do you do for fun in your downtime?
Yahel: When I am home I like to play internet chess. I find it very relaxing. I also like to go fishing but I am not very good at it. I think its sitting around on the beach that I like more than actually catching anything. But I live near the sea and do things lilke walking with my dog Loco everyday.

dmadd: What is the one essential you have to take with you on your travels?
Yahel: My Archos media player. I love watching movies and TV shows on it. I also take my protable chess player. That keeps me occupied on long flights when I can't sleep

dmadd: What's the best part about being an international DJ?
Yahel: Being able to bring my music to people all over the world. I like the feeling of connecting with people through my music. I have to be honest too. I like seeing new cities, and staying in classy hotels, but for the most part its being able to connect with the fans.

dmadd: You've been appearing more and more in America and Canada? What's it been like DJing in North America?
Yahel: There are a lot of Israelis in North America, especially in places like NY, LA and Toronto. They like to support Israeli artists so my shows in those places usually turn into a bit of an Israeli cultural thing. Also the scene is growing. The US is behind Europe on the dance music scene but they are catching up fast.

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Louie Vega’s studio sessions to be unleashed over summer…

Louie Vega is smashing it at the moment. The famous DJ/producer, best known as one half of Masters at Work alongside Kenny Dope, has a flurry of studio activity going on. With a new mix compilation, ‘Lust: A Personal Collection’, out now and blowing up, and a choice selection of remixes and new productions due to drop, summer is indeed looking sunny.
Conceived as a double mix CD to accompany the erotic photography of artist Jonas Larsson, ‘Lust’ sees the first CD plough a soulful house path, while the second is a more downtempo, discofied and sensual affair, featuring an eclectic selection of artists, from Billy Idol to Kid Creole & The Coconuts, representing something of a departure for the maestro. The first time that Louie has worked to such a remit, he found it a chance to express a different side of his musical persona.
“I bumped into Jonas Larsson when I was at the Midem conference in Cannes, and I thought it sounded like a really good concept. He showed me the pictures — he’s a great artist and photographer — and I was blown away. I’ve never done anything like this before, but it was great to get involved,” Vega frothed. He also has some promising projects forthcoming on his own Vega Records, with his new muse Anane figuring prominently.
“We’ve got Anane, with her new single coming in the summer time, and we’re really excited about that. We’ll be putting out her album in the fall.”
Vega has also been given the rare chance to remix a track by salsa king Hector Lavoe — a legend of the Nuyorican soul scene and Vega’s uncle. “They’re making a movie based on the story of his life. We’ve hooked up with Fania Records, and V2 in Europe, and I’m going to remix one of his very big hits. I’m bringing his really street, raw salsa flavour, but I’m adding a house thing to it, and it combines so well.”
For Masters at Work fans, never fear, as there’s plenty to come from the kings of house. “We’ve a new release coming, which is going to be a double mix album by Masters at Work. And we’ve also done a new remix of ‘Love and Happiness’ by River Ocean that’s gonna be coming up in the summertime,” said Louie.

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A whole raft of awards will be presented in such categories as Best British DJ, Best British Live Act, Best British Large Club etc, and the cream of British DJs are already confirmed to play, including Mr C, D. Ramirez, Kissy Sell Out and the Streetlife DJs, with more to follow. In the 16 years we’ve been reporting on the dance scene things have evolved immeasurably, both globally and domestically.

With our Top 100 DJs Awards being more international than ever, we feel it’s time to celebrate all that’s great about British dance music culture — after all, it was Britain that kicked off the modern day dance scene and developed so many new electronic genres like d&b and hard dance. Our cutting edge scene is the envy of the world — so come and celebrate it with us! Any profits go to the Royal National Institute for the Deaf.

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With a bill already fit to burst with exciting acts, Creamfields have announced yet more performers to get our pulses racing. Felix Da Housecat will be getting frisky with his feline funk-infected electro, while one of the hottest DJ partnerships on the planet — James Zabiela and Nic Fanciulli’s One + One project — will be causing serious incursions on the Richter scale with their earthquake inducing grooves, scratching and encyclopaedic knowledge of house and techno.

The festival, due to take place at the Daresbury Estate in Halton, Cheshire, on the 25th and 26th August, will see the Chemical Brothers, Kelis and Mark Ronson wowing punters from the main stage. Elsewhere, there’s a cornucopia of fresh talent ranging from Simian Mobile Disco’s electroid filth to Ladytron’s jagged synthpop grooves.

There’s plenty more wicked DJs playing too, with Carl Cox’s incomparably crisp techno moves, Harry Romero and Erick Morillo’s chunky house, and 2ManyDJs mashing and blending electro, bootlegs and hip-hop.

Creamfields is shaping up to be one of the best festivals of the year. Tickets priced £57 & BF are available from Cream ticketline on 0870 242 7326 or www.ticketmaster.co.uk. Bring on the party!

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Description: On Fast Trax this week I've got videos from Sunfreakz and Martijn Ten Velden, an Upfront Tune from Out Of Office, a Bedroom Bedlam track, and an exclusive interview with Tiefschwarz

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On Tuesday night, June 12th, the students of the Dalton College in The Hague experienced the surprise of a lifetime. The students were in the middle of a big school party, when out of the blue one of their superiors announced that the one and only Tiësto, the ambassador of Dance4Life himself, had arrived.

For a second, the Dalton College was too small for the loud cheers of joy and happiness when the DJ showed up behind the decks on stage. A full hour long Tiësto played a massive set and gave the students a sparkling kick-off for the rest of the night, since by now their school party was in full swing.

The Dalton College was one of the first Dutch schools to participate in the Dance4Life school project, in which the students do activities to raise money for Dance4Life.

Dj tiesto - summer dance festival 2007

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On August 14th, Mute will release the new original artist album "In Between" from Paul van Dyk feels. The album features a wide range of collaborations including David Byrne of the Talking Heads, Jessica Sutta of the Pussycat Dolls, Ashley Tomberlin from Luminary, Alex M.O.R.P.H, Lo Fi Sugar, Rea Garvey of Reamonn, Ryan Merchant and Wayne Jackson.

The first single "White Lies" will be released July 31st and features vocals from Jessica Sutta of the Pussycat Dolls. Says van Dyk of the collaboration, "I had a lot of fun working with Jessica. Her lascivious voice and sexy attitude reflects the theme of the single perfectly."

A trip to Communist-controlled Cuba was van Dyk's inspiration for the music along with the album artwork, "I've always been a fan of the movie Buena Vista Social Club,” van Dyk says. "When I finally got to visit Cuba last year for the first time, I felt so very deeply inspired by its atmosphere and the people, that I wanted to capture some of this feeling with me. This album is very different from what I've done in the past, and so is Cuba it seems. It's a country where time has come to a complete standstill, and yet people seem so very happy."

To kick off the album’s official release in the US, Paul will be meeting fans at an in-store appearance at New York's Virgin Megastore in Union Square at 7PM on Tuesday, August 14th. He will also perform for the fifth consecutive year at New York's Central Park on Friday, August 17th and Saturday, August 18th.

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The Ibizan government has forced three of the island’s biggest clubs to close.

DC10 and Bora Bora have been ordered to shut their doors, with Amnesia also ordered to remain closed (it was scheduled to open for the summer season on 16th June.) The government said that they had been forced to act after reports from the Guardia Civil, which alleged that drugs had been used and sold in the clubs for the past two seasons and that the clubs had done nothing to curb it.

DC10 was shut down for two months, with Amnesia and Bora Bora both closed for one month. The closures are designed to pressurize the clubs into addressing the alleged drug taking on their premises. Andrea Pelino of Circo Loco, the famed DC10 event, commented: “The government has said that the clubs have to shut down because people can bring drugs inside. Inside the club people are there to enjoy the music and enjoy the party. You can’t control people and what they do.”

The police claimed that during the summer season’s opening weekend, 450 people were found in possession of illegal substances — only a fraction of the 30,000 people who attended the Space and DC10 opening parties alone.

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Black Strobe’s latest, the strutting, rockin’ Bo Diddley cover ‘I’m A Man’, out now on Play Louder, is a big industrial strength dose of dancefloor riffage.

With a banging beat and some heavy guitar action, singer Arnaud Rebotini regales us with tales of his excesses and his luck with the ladies. Backed by remixes from Audion and K37, it’s bound to go down a storm with the Parisian electro rockers.

Lifted from their long awaited debut album ‘Burn Your Own Church’ out 11th June, ‘I’m A Man’ is their biggest tune yet.

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Armand Van Helden is back with a killer new single ‘NYC Beat’. Out now on Southern Fried, and taken from his retro album ‘Ghettoblaster’, it’s an idiosyncratic excursion into punk disco, with a vocal refrain more addictive than crack, and a bassline designed to cave your ribcage. That’s a good thing!

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Laurie Anderson’s otherworldly electronic track ‘O Superman’, which presaged techno by many years, has been re-released by Nonesuch Records. Originally a surprise UK hit in 1982, the seminal synthpop tune was pulled from Anderson’s futuristic ‘Big Science’ album, with its simultaneous lyrical theme of the deadly allure of technology and a musical theme that embraced electronic wizardry like loops, sampling and technoid percussion — anticipating a whole host of electronic musical genres in the process.

A conceptual artist and part of the same New York set as David Byrne of Talking Heads and Philip Glass, Anderson became an unlikely pop star when her adaptation of 19th century French operatic composer Jules Massenet’s aria ‘O Souverain’, was picked up for release by the tiny New York City indie label 110 Records. A few spins by John Peel led to Warner Bros signing her up and the rest is history.

With a new album dropping next year, for now enjoy this amazing track complete with unsettling video: Laurie Anderson ‘O Superman’ Video

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Description: On the showvideos from Bob Sinclar and Freeform 5, an Upfront Tune from David Guetta with visuals from Fat Butcher, a Bedroom Bedlam track, and an exclusive interview with Martijn Ten Velden

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When Sander Van Doorn noticed some cheeky blighter was selling his own unreleased VIP mix of Technotronic's 'Pump Up The Jam' on white label he decided to hit them where it hurts… The pockets!
While Johnny Depp continues to sexify the cut throat world of piracy in the ongoing Pirates Of The Carribean saga, the cold harsh reality of piracy is far from glamorous. Or indeed sexy. Just ask high rising trance/techno DJ/producer Sander Van Doorn…
It's come to Sander's attention that someone's pressed up his own version of Technotronic's 'Pump Up The Jam' and is making a tidy profit from it. The track, now over three years old, was made by Sander as DJ tool while experimenting with his new studio. Besides during his pumping energetic sets, the track never saw the light of day.
Not one to admit defeat, however, Sander is suggesting that anyone who's purchased this sneaky under the counter rip-off should take it back to the record shop where they bought the record and demand their money back. (Frankly at iDJ we're not too sure this will work, but hell, give it a go and tell us how you got on!)
In a two pronged attack, Sander is also set to release the tune as a free download on his MySpace site as of tomorrow (Thursday June 7), so if any of you were thinking about lining the sneaky, cheeky pirates pockets, don't!

Visit www.myspace.com/sandervandoorn for more information.

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Preliminary details for the biggest dance music event to hit Holland this year. Line-up announced soon.
The ADE club festival was conceived from the idea that the dance business needed a stage to present their DJs and acts during the conference. This has evolved into an extremely diverse and exciting night program of label showcases, CD presentations, guest performances, live acts and special one off performances in record stores and museums.
Locations include: 11, Bimhuis, Bitterzoet, BG, Cineac, Club NL, Escape, Flex Bar, HMH, Hotel Arena Tonight, Jimmy Woo, The Mansion, Melkweg, Café Pakhuis Wilhelmina, Ocean Diva, Odeon, OT301, Panama, Paradiso, Rain, The Sand, Sugar Factory, Supperclub, Supperclub Cruise, Studio 80, Studio K, Winston Kingdom, The Zebra and many more…
Dates: Thursday 18, Friday 19 and Saturday 20 October
Organisers: Buma Cultuur, Dutch copyright support foundation
Launched: in 1996 (with only 40 acts)
And while you're in Amsterdam
Record shopping: Why not check out some fresh vinyls and new CDs at these record stores; Rush Hour, Spuistraat 98 / Outland Records, Zeedijk 22 / Killa Cutz, Nieuwe Nieuwstraat 19d / Fat Beats, Singel 10 / Mid-town, Nieuwendijk 104 / InDeep ‘n’ Dance Records, Rozengracht 60. During ADE’s Thursday between 18.00 - 21.00 there’s an instore event in these record stores.
Culture: Why not visit a museum? Among the must-sees are the Van Gogh museum (yes, dedicated to the painter), Foam’s Photography museum (Keizersgracht 609) and the Stedelijk Museum’s temporary location at the Post CS building, also home to BG and Club 11, ADE festival’s locations.
Last year: over 475 acts and DJs performed during ADE including Arthur Baker, Benny Benassi, Dave Clarke, Don Diablo, Paul van Dyk, Estroe, Goose, Kraak & Smaak, Rex the Dog, Shinedoe, Tiefschwarz, Ricardo Villalobos, Josh Wink and Zuco 103.
Fedde le Grande the dj/producer behind the worldwide hit ‘Put Your Hands Up For Detroit’ performed five times on last years ADE, which included Pete Tong’s radio show on BBC Radio 1.
"I was very impressed with the set up, the location and the professionalism of the whole event. Business was genuinely done in the day and the panels seemed to provoke some meaningful debates. The night life was pretty awesome. Across three nights there were some amazing parties – all very busy and very exciting. I was very happy we took the radio show to Amsterdam, the timing could not have been better with Fedde Le Grand and Mason riding high with two of the hottest records in the world right now!" Pete Tong (BBC Radio 1)
"There is no place in the world with this atmosphere." John Acquaviva
"One of the most important music conferences for electronic music in the world." Paul van Dyk

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Whatever kind of music you produce, from gnarly hard house to deep underground techno, minimal to electronic hip-hop, DJTRX is for you.

The premier Dutch online platform for new dance music producers, the site aims to provide an easy-to-use-portal that allows artists of the future to get their music out there. By uploading music to the site, producers can have their tracks rated by other producers, get recognised and even bag a non-exclusive record contract with DJTRX.
When they think that a track is hot enough, the site will offer the author a special 50/50 split contract to sell their music through download sites such as Audiojelly and Beatport.
Now DJmag has hooked up with DJTRX to launch a special new contest for budding beatsmiths. Simply upload your best tracks here to the London Calling/DJTRX site. Five lucky finalists will have the chance to perform at a party on Thursday 28th June organised by DJTRX and DJmag in a line-up that includes Don Diablo, 100% Isis and Miss Etain. Their performance will be captured on video and broadcast the following day at Pioneer’s main stage at the London Calling conference. A panel of DJs and music pundits will judge the event, including Don Diablo and 100% Isis. The overall winner will get a whole day’s free studio time in one of the renowned SAE Studios.
Tracks can be uploaded in MP3 format at www.londoncalling.djtrx.com. All tunes will be judged on their danceability, production, composition, professionalism, originality and performance. The contest closes on Saturday 23rd June.
So what are you waiting for? Get clicking now — you’ve gotta be in it to win it!

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Sofia once again became the focus of the regions music industry for the second edition of the South-East European Music Event (SeeMe). The event launched in May 2006 and is the only event in the region that is for dance music industry professionals and electronic music fans.

The event is held at the historic Central Military Club, which is one of the earliest monumental buildings and conveniently located in the centre of the city.

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After Greece and the Netherlands, the Across Borders mix series goes in Italy. The mixes are released on Dave Seaman's imprint, Audio Therapy and this third installment focuses on the best Italian productions.

Audio Therapy have managed to obtain exclusive tracks from true Italian masters such as Joe T Vannelli and Claudio Coccoluto, in addition to the latest works of such renowned names as Dino Lenny, Santos and Francesco Farfa, with contributions from "newcomers" Nu frequency and Niki B & Christian E.F.F.E.

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Chew The Fat kicks off with a summer-long residency at one of the best clubs in the world, Space, as well as hosting arenas at thChew The Fat are on a big cuddly mission to bring their mash up party spirit back firmly into the public’s eye.
Following several years of infiltrating house music’s stronghold, Ibiza Chew The Fat! are proud to announce their summer long residency at one of the greatest clubs in the world: Space. Each week beginning June 17th, they will host every Sunday in the Red Box at the legendary 22-hour Sunday session that is ‘We Love…Space 07’
Aptly titled ‘We Love…Space 07’ Fat! boss Paul Arnold, Jem Precision Cuts and Unique 3 will be leading the carnage at this marathon session beginning the first ever residency for a breaks / mash up night on the devils Island. Jem played Space last summer and the clubs’ owner was so impressed with his set he invited Jem, Paul & Unique 3 to become summer long residents in 2007.
Not only will there be the monthly club events at The End, but Chew The Fat! are set to host massive arenas at three of the UK’s coolest new dance festivals: Wildchild Outside, Antiworld 070707 and Bloom Festival.

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Proper Education video with a green message is nominated for an award...

The video for Ministry of Sound’s smash hit single by Eric Prydz, Proper Education, (buy tune | watch video) has been nominated in the Best Dance Video category at industry bash the CADS 07 Music Vision Awards.
The striking video highlighted the issue of climate change by featuring a gang of youngsters breaking into London flats to switch TVs off standby and place bricks in toilet cisterns, substituting images of burglary for energy efficiency.
It was conceived in with help from the charity Global Cool – who aim to show that warding off climate change lies in the hands of individuals – and was directed by Marcus Adams, who is also behind the videos to David Guetta Vs The Egg’s Love Don’t Let Me Go (buy tune | watch video) and Fedde Le Grand’s Put Your Hands Up For Detroit (buy tune | watch video).
Prydz previous chart hit, Call On Me, became one of the most sensational music videos of all time when it came out featuring a gyrating gym class of models (buy tune | watch video) so the follow-up needed to be equally provocative.
“There was a lot of anticipation around this video and I was really keen to do something a bit different,” said Prydz at the time.
“Pink Floyd would always use their videos to get a message across and I really wanted to carry on this spirit. It’s not making a grand statement. It’s just simply saying everyone can do a little and it will make a difference."
The tune reached no.2 in the UK charts and was top 10 across Europe.
The video is nominated up against the likes of efforts from Fatboy Slim, Justice Vs Simian, LCD Soundsystem, Tracy Thorn and Unklejam. The results will be announced at a ceremony on June 27th.

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The victors of the momentous Heineken Thirst Studio Global Sessions 2006 have been announced.

Romania’s killer production trio, Livio and Roby featuring George G, a.k.a. Monochrome, won both awards at the prestigious contest for their minimal techno thumper ‘Pearl’, beating six other finalists in the process from countries as diverse as Dubai, Indonesia, Malaysia and Denmark.

The last bank holiday weekend in May brought the epic event to Las Vegas, Nevada in the US. The infamous gambling capital of the globe hosted the final of the competition, in which talented dance music producers from a number of countries went head to head to test their mettle and determine who would be the most promising new producer on Earth. Only one outfit could win, and the latest edition of the competition — which has been running for four years — saw entries from countries as far flung as Croatia and Singapore. With the judges comprising dance music legend Paul Oakenfold and American progressive house heroes Gabriel & Dresden, expectations were high.

In the Tao Nightclub, a lavish, typically Vegas spot with an Oriental theme, the crowd were gathered together for the announcement of the winning track. Tensions were high for the announcement of the two awards. The first, the People’s Choice award, was voted for by the public online at the Heineken Thirst Studio Global Sessions website. Denmark’s DJ Ronin, who scooped the judge’s prize last year at the Thirst Studio do in Cape Town, South Africa, announced the People’s Choice winners to rapturous applause and overjoyed expressions from the Romanian trio Livio, Roby and George G. This joy turned to elation as special guest Paul Oakenfold took to the stage to announce that Livio, Roby and George G were also the overall winners.

Quickly, the trio were bundled off to the world famous Palm Studios in Palms Casino, where a fevered late-night session took place to remix the track alongside Gabriel & Dresden. The US house heads performed a subtle tightening up of the track, transforming it from a main room smasher into a machine-tooled dancefloor leviathan. Returning to the club later with the massive tune in hand, it was dropped to a rapturous response.

Ecstatic with the results, Gabriel & Dresden have signed ‘Pearl’ to their label, Organised Nature, which will ensure that this tough dancefloor beast gets maximum exposure. As well as this fantastic prize, Livio, Roby and George G will receive a pair of state-of-the-art Pioneer DVJ 100s. For more news on the Heineken Thirst Studio event and an interview with Livio and Roby, stay tuned to the DJMag site.

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Leading computer boffins Intel are hosting an invite-only night in search for the hottest digital VJ and DJ talent. Read on to see how you can be part of this exciting event…

The date: June 27

The place: Cargo, London

The reason: Intel have searched high and low for the finest up and coming laptop DJ and VJ talent. The search culminates on June 27 with a competition judged by DJ Yoda, A Skillz, The Autobots, VJ Anyone and Bopa. It's an invite-only bash and we've got tickets for you!

Whether you're a traditional vinylhead, a CDr wizard or a laptop lothario, no one can deny the amazing array of options available to today's DJs. While performing on a laptop has been dogged with numerous problems in the past (price, crashing mid-set), the proliferation and rapid progression of technology has led to it becomming a far more viable option. Intel have recognised this, and believe their Core 2 Duo processors make things more viable than ever.

The competition to find the most exciting laptop DJ and VJ talent will not only include battles for digital supremacy but will also include sets from Yoda, A Skillz and the Autobots making this one exciting media bash.

The closing date for performance entries passed last week, but that shouldn't stop you from getting down to Cargo and witnessing the next level audio/visual talent.

We've got three pairs of tickets to give away. All you need to do is answer this question…

DJ Yoda's debut artist album is called…

A I Love Dressing Up In Bear Suits!
B Yoda Goes To The Swimming Poo
C Yoda Goes Bananas
D The Amazing Adventures Of DJ Yoda

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Ali and Basti Schwarz compile their influences and remixes on this double CD.
To celebrate 10 years of success as music producers and DJs, the Schwarz brothers are releasing a double CD compilation album on their own label, Souvenir, released 28 May 2007. The first CD will feature a mix of Ali and Basti's musical influences, spanning their entire DJ career (anti pop consortium to Frankie Knuckles, Ewan Pearson to Marianne Faithfull). The second CD is an exclusive selection ofthe finest Tiefschwarz tracks, remixed by their favorite producers and friends (RadioSlave, Matias Aguayo, Shonky, Samim, Turntable Rocker, Kiki). This release will besupported by the new Tiefschwarz single release in June on Souvenir, a special Vinyl-edition remix package (including additions from Carl Craig, Matias Aguayo, anotherRadio Slave mix and Drama Society) and a two-part world tour starting at the end ofMarch

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After ‘Erotic Discourse’, get even closer to Wooly.

We all need a little Intimacy, right? Paul Woolford’s new label, that is. The lauded DJ/producer is launching a brand new imprint with his own ‘Body Double EP’ on 11th June. An excursion into tough, tripped-out techno and mind-mangling electronica, it’s a particularly strong first release for Intimacy. For Woolford, the time was right to unleash his label on the world. “Basically, I’ve had a few dabbles with labels over the years but they’ve always been part of someone else’s programme,” said Paul. “This is the label I’ve always wanted to run since being a teenager. I want to make an impact and do something that’s lasting and is taken very seriously.”

Initially, the name Intimacy sprang from Woolford’s desire to create an outlet for all the different kinds of music he wanted to make — something that could accurately represent what he’s all about. But being such a music fiend, he was tempted to expand the remit to release other unsigned records by artists that he digs. “It’s kind of opened up a bit,” he explained. “There are all these great records and my enthusiasm kind of got the better of me. So I’m signing other things as well, but I’m only going to release music that I fuckin’ love.”

The Intimacy artwork is going to be pretty special, too. With a blank outside sleeve, when you delve inside to grab the record, you’ll see designer and former Output Records head Trevor Jackson’s detailed ménage a trois illustration, rather rude, but hidden away. “Although what he’s done is quite a gratuitous image, it’s not gonna be stuck in your face. Again that goes back to the intimacy thing. You need to search it out,” said Paul.

The man behind the massive ‘Erotic Discourse’ track has plenty of other plans afoot. “Next up is something forthcoming from Jonas Kopp. I’ve done the third release and I’ve been working on a load of material, which picks up where ‘Erotic Discourse’ left off really, because it’s about time I did that.” With a remix of Spektrum’s ‘Kinda New’ also out there and a smattering of summer festival dates, it’s time to get acquainted with Paul Woolford.

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The long-awaited book has finally reached our shores. How To DVJ is the complete guide for DVJers

How to DVJ is the manual for the 21st Centuary DJ, incorporating all the modern advances in digital technology. Covering the basics from scratch, beatmatching and mixing to advanced mage manipulation such as wipes, layering and fades, How To DVJ will unleash your creativity and take you from the bedroom to Ibiza.

How To DVJ comes as book and DVD. The DVD contains tutorials from setting up your DVJ to mixing a complete set. It also has a number of royalty free clips.

Duncan Dick of Mixmag says "The God father of DVJing hass written the definitive book on the subject. Don't ever consider taking up DVJing without reading this book. Well-written, instructive, and absolutely essential. This is the bible for the 21st Century DJ."

Lesley Wright, editor of DJ Mag says "Kriel is the Oracle of DVJing and this book opens the door into tomorrow's futuristic DJing world today."

For more info visit the official website at www.howtodvj.com

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Roger Sanchez has announced his only UK club appearence this year. Get yourself over to the Koko on June 16 or forever hold your peace.
There are very few DJs how can hold court like the mighty S-Man. Famed for his epic lengthy sets, Roger Sanchez will take the crowd from the fluffiest funk to the deepest darkness and he does so without with the due respect and continuity that's alien to many of his contemporaries.

While Roger can be seen gracing various tents and arenas at this summer's festivals, these sets will be no longer than two hours. In fact there's only one place you'll be able to get a full Rogering this side of Autumn (or possibly NYE), and that's Camden's Kokos on June 16 where the S-Man promises to spin one of his notorious marathon musical missions.

Acting as the official launch for his much anticipated 'Release Yourself Volume 6', this will be a night to remember and comes with support from Audio Jackers, Nathan Larkin and plenty more.

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Pure Pacha and Pete Tong will return to Ibiza on Friday 1st June. This year he has invited Sander Kleinenberg and his "This Is..." party for a monthly residency. Residents joining Pete will be Sarah Main and Angel Linde in the main room.
Confirmed guests for 2007 include Groove Armada, "F*ck Me I'm Famous" with David Guetta and Alex Neri. Trentmoller will also make a special performance on September 14th.
Says Pete: "In our 5th year I think we have create a unique party on the amazing island of Ibiza and look forward to being joined weekly by Jade Jagger's Jezebel party and monthly by Sander Kleinenberg and Il Murretto (from Venice, Italy). It’s the highlight of the year for me, I can't wait to get started."
About Pure Pacha: Pure Pacha is very special night, a beautiful 'extended family' of like minded people at play every Friday night for the whole season. Elegant debauchery played out to a soundtrack of edgy house music, eclectic soul, hip hop and whatever else takes our fancy.

Pure Pacha Lineup
1st June - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Soul Avengerz
8th June - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, monthly resident Sander Kleinenberg
15th June - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Mync Project & Richard Grey
22nd June Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main and The Shapeshifters
29th June - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Pasta Boys 6th July - Resident Sarah Main,Groove Armada, Tim Deluxe
13th July - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, monthly resident Sander Kleinenberg
20th July - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Seb Fontaine
27th July - Il Muretto: Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Sharam
3rd August - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, monthly resident Sander Kleinenberg
10th August - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, F*ck Me I'm Famous with David Guetta
17th August - Il Muretto Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Alex Neri
27th August - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Pacha NYC DJ Boris
31st August - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Axwell
7th September - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Bob Sinclair
14th September - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Trentmoller
21st September - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, Joe T Vanelli
28th September - Pete Tong, resident Sarah Main, monthly resident Sander Kleinenberg

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Description: On Fast Trax this week I have videos from Calvin Harris and X Press 2, an Upfront Tune, and an exclusive interview with Serge Santiago and Riton.

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Pioneer have revealed a brilliant line-up for the DJ Live stage at this year’s London Calling conference.
Showcasing their peerless DJ technology and equipment, they’ll also be hosting DJ sets from some exciting talent over the course of the event. On Thursday 28th June, DJMag’s Best of British nominees Deepgroove will be touching down on the decks. In the running as best new DJs, this dynamic duo are known for their eviscerating, tough house grooves, and they’ll be commandeering the CDJs and FX modules in what promises to be a massive coup for the DJ Live stage.

On Friday 29th June CR2 Records, nominated as one of the labels of the year in our Best of British contest, will be taking to the stage to introduce the acclaimed Steve Mac,Spencer Parker and Damian Wilson. CR2’s big boss Mark Young will also be DJing alongside Nick Corelli under their MYNC Project guise. Keep your eyes glued to this site and DJ Magazine for more news as soon as we get it.

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Top U.S. house label Om Records will be hosting two mammoth parties at electronic music festival Sonar, in Barcelona, Spain on Friday 15th June and Saturday 16th June.
With a bigger presence than any other American label at the renowned event, Om are taking over two of the finest clubs in the city to bring clubbers some of the hippest, hottest and freshest talent from the entire spectrum of house.
Friday’s event takes place in the idyllic environs of Mondo, where revellers will be able to shake their posteriors while taking in tremendous views of the Spanish coastline. The label have secured a brilliantly varied bill of DJs for this instalment, with the original Omster Mark Farinapresiding, and guests including bigwig DJ Fluid a.k.a. Afromystik, the San Francisco groover who’ll be bringing his exquisite funk infused rhythms to the table, and Spanish innovator Al Velilla, the broken beat and house king behind Pacha Recordings. Also appearing live will be exciting new Om signing Chuck Love, keeping heads happy with his twist on the deep and funky sound.
Saturday’s line-up takes things a little deeper, darker and bleepier at Barcelona’s awesome La Terraza. The newly launched Om Europe’s first signing, Mike Monday, will be bringing his tough electronic fuelled vibes to the party alongside the sensational Chicago/Detroit infused skills of Jesse Rose and the next-level beats of Swedish crew, Style of Eye.
Friday’s event at Mondo runs from 10pm to 5am and will be free, while Saturday’s event at La Terraza will charge 18 Euros door tax. Find out more by checking the Om website. See you there!

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Rumours of alleged death threat appear to be unfounded...

A rumour that superstar DJ Tiesto’s life would be in danger if he played a scheduled gig in Beirut has been all over the dance forums this week, but the story has turned out to be false.
It was said that local terrorist group Fatah al-Islam had directly threatened to kill the DJ if the gig, on July 2nd, takes place.
The story was first reported by Lebanon’s independent news website Ya Libnan, which relies on volunteers to provide much of its proudly uncensored coverage.
But it seems on this occasion there were no grounds to the story and the news service has moved hastily to limit any damage to their own or their country’s reputation.
An statement released last night apologised for publishing the “false rumours”, stating, “At Ya Libnan, we take pride in how we promote Lebanon as a premier tourist destination, and the last thing we want is to instigate unnecessary fear.”
Lebanon has a vibrant, cosmopolitan nightlife culture with amazing beachfront party locations regularly hosting top international DJs like Danny Howells and Paul van Dyk, however recent political and religious trouble in the region has threatened the scene.
The Tiesto rumour may have started as a result of Latin American pop star Shakira’s sudden unexplained cancellation of her world tour dates in Beirut.
But locals are determined that violence will not stop the party, or make visitors fearful of coming to enjoy their welcoming hospitality.
Tiesto himself saw the biggest turn out ever for a party in the Middle East when he played in Lebanon in 2005 - more than 16,000 people turned out to see one of his epic shows then, so he’s sure to receive a hugely enthusiastic welcome on his return.

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