Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Mixin and matchin the masters to the max with Max Tannone

Max Tannone has a particular talent for the mash-up. I ran across one of his remix projects on the internet. I was really impressed so I tracked him down and asked him a few questions.


Where are you from?:
I am from upstate NY but now live in NYC. I actually lived in NYC a long time ago, moved away, and am now back.

How old are you?:
24.

How long have you been doing what you do?:
About 8 years. I began making really basic DJ style blends - learning how to find the tempo of an acapella and matching it to a beat. After this I began making beats. I was heavily into the Neptunes at the time, and used to read through the forums on their message board. This was around 2002 when like 45% of songs on urban radio were produced by them. Anyway, from here I just kept at it making my own tracks.

Its kind of funny because I wasn't really into doing mash-ups or anything when I made Jaydiohead. I was strictly trying to place original beats with artists and was frustrated with the whole process - so I made it out of fun and sort of became known for it. That being said I try to add a lot of my own elements, rather than just a basic "mash-up".

What made you decide to do these remix projects in the first place?:
I guess just experimentation. I remember listening to "I Might Be Wrong" by Radiohead and thinking that it basically was a hip-hop track - and I went from there. "Wrong Prayer" and "Ignorant Swan" sat for like 9 months before I made the other 8 original Jaydiohead tracks. I definitely didn't think people would be really into it.

My Beastie Boys and Mos Dub projects were both challenges. I'm just trying to find interesting ways to put tunes together, while hopefully adding some of my own touches in the process. All of these projects are like tributes to my musical heroes. I hope that doesn't sound corny.


What's next?:
To be honest, I'm not sure. I have to wait until the idea finds me...!
-Max Tannone.



Myspace:
maxtannone

Twitter:
maxtannone

Discogs:
Max+Tannone

Website:
http://jaydiohead.com
http://doublecheckyourhead.com
http://mosdub.com

iLike:
minty+fresh+beats










Sunday, April 18, 2010

J.me.J is keeping it hi-fi, so that you can hear every last Glitch!

J.me.J (Integrated Grime Unit, Skanky Panky Records, Theoretic Records, Foosh, Treehouse Records)

Edmonton, AB

A DJ of 10+ yrs and producing for 8 of those, music is a natural aspect for J.me.J. A drummer since the age of 5 and picking up guitar, keyboard, saxaphone, and anything that makes a tone, he found that producing was a natural graduation. Fusing elements of classical to metal music, hip hop, and mashing the genres together, he found his niche in the glitch hop and dubstep world. Consistency, Integrity, and passion for what he does is what makes his music stand out from the rest. Tired of hearing the same old patterns and layouts of other tracks made him realize he wanted to change that. And his tracks do morph and keep u emmersed in a world of particular and well thought out sounds, with special attention to the staging and overall quality. His constant thirst for better production and sound are quickly making him a force to reckon with. Along side the crew he co-founded with Glitchy and Scratchy and Application, the Integrated Grime Unit of Vancouver is now the premier crew for all things glitch and dubstep. He is also responsible for the immerging scene in Edmonton, Alberta, mentoring the likes of up and coming artists, the Knight Riderz, and Prime of The Dub Affiliates. 2010 is proving to be a rocket start for him label wise with a release on Skanky Panky Records, theoretic records, and an upcoming EP, singles on various other labels forthcoming. Much more to come out of the studio of J.me.J!



Soundcloud:
jmejdj

Myspace:
jmejdj

Discogs:
JmeJDJ


Friday, April 16, 2010

Book these guys for your party and you will have HavocNdeeD


HavocNdeeD is a truly live Bass Music show, purely turntable-ism, Live Drumming, and Midi Controlling. Not to mention the fact that they produce killer tracks. And are truly Multi Genre Djs and Producers.

OB-one was kind enough to answer a few questions. About what HavocNdeeD is. And what they do.

How long have you each been in the game?:
-I (OB-one) have been DJ'ing for 15 years & producing for about 10 of those years. J.Paul has been DJ'ing for about 5 years but doing music most of his life with playing numerous instruments as well as being in bands for close to 12 years before turning to production.

How long have you been performing together? and do you always play with a live drum set?:
-we have been producing & performing together for just over a year now. we actually have different versions of our live set:

1) a 2x4 DJ setup
2) J.Paul w/1 turntable w/a mixer along w/a synth/midi controller & a full turntable set-up for me
3) J.Paul on a full midi drum set & a full turntable setup along w/a midi controller for me

...our goal with our live set is to be able to someday perform every aspect of our songs along the lines of pendulum


What type of bass music do you like most Dubstep, Glitch-hop, Drum n Bass, etc...:
-although our sets & production are dubstep driven, we don't really favor any particular genre as it is all related & just different bpm's to us. haha, we try not be be genre or bpm snobs


What are you musical influences?:
-we both have very diverse musical backgrounds. our influences range from reggae to punk to industrial to metal to classic hip hop. we don't believe you should ever limit yourself by being closed minded...good music is good music no matter what genre it is

cheers,
-OB-one.


You can check out more of there work here:


Myspace:
havocndeedsound

Twitter:
HavocNdeeDsounD

Facebook:
HavocNdeeD

Reverbnation:
havocndeedsound

Soundcloud:
havocndeedsound

Youtube:
HavocNdeeDsounD

and there personal links:

OB-one - Las Vegas, Nevada
Myspace:
DeejayOB1
Twitter:
DeejayOB119

J. Paul - Phoenix, Arazona
Myspace:
JPaulNoise
Twitter:
DJJPaul




Friendly Fire (Aus/NZ promo mix):

http://www.zshare.net/download/74052153a8e490b8/

Track List: 
1) Barrington Levy - Murderer (HavocNdeeD DuB)
2) Bob Marley - Exodus (HavocNdeeD RemiX)
3) Johnny Osbourne - Ice Cream Love
4) Borgore - Ice Cream
5) Hulk - Pixiedust (King Remix)
6) Joker - City Hopper
7) Lea Luna - Leaving For Mars (B. Rich Remix)
8) Get Busy Committee - I Don't Care About You (HavocNdeeD RemiX)
9) Ultrablack - It's Showtime
10) HavocNdeeD - Bass4YaFace
11) B. Rich - We Ball Harder (HavocNdeeD RemiX ft. original congas by Randy Herbert)
12) Cloud 9 - You Got Me Burnin'
13) Skream - Burnin'
14) 2 Bad Mice - Bombscare
15) Doctor P - Sweet Shop
16) Altern 8 - Respect Is Due (Breakbeat Hysteria Mix)
17) Julissa Veloz - Take Control (HavocNdeeD RemiX)
18) Roni Size Reprazent ft. Bahamadia - New Forms
19) N.W.A. - DopemaN (HavocNdeeD RemiX)
20) N.W.A. - Boyz-N-Da-Hood (Heretic Remix)
21) Remarc - Single Finga Killa
22) Major Lazer - Pon Di Floor (Camo UFO's Remix)
23) Q Project - Champion Sound
24) DJ Connie & Bizzy B - Crowd Says Rewind (VIP Mix)
25) Million Stylez - Miss Fatty (MIR Crew Remix)
26) The Qemists - Dem Na Like Me (King Cannibal Remix)
27) Breakage ft. Roots Manuva - Run 'Em Out
28) Stagga - Beeps Get Down
29) Sade - Soldier Of Love (Kastle Remix)
30) The Pixies - Where Is My Mind? (Bassnectar Remix)
31) HavocNdeeD - Roll Call
32) Tinie Tempah - Pass Out
33) Dirtyphonics - Vandals
34) Reid Speed & Mike Balance ft. Sporty-O - Motion
35) Kastle - You Got the Love
36) DJ Luck & MC Neat - Master Blaster 2000
37) MJ Cole - Sincere (Nero Remix)
38) HavocNdeeD ft. Skaught Parry - Headspin
39) Terror Fabulous - Gangster's Anthem (HavocNdeeD DuB)

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

A few words from wizual

A few words from WIZUAL:
My name is Joseph Juranek. I'm from the Czech Republic. I started producing 18 months ago. I started because I love the bass, power, and atmosphere of Dubstep. A month ago I started producing Glitch-Hop. I get inspiration from everything around me. Such as weather, mood, etc... I am currently starting to learn to play and gain experience for DJing. My big dream is to one day play an event in the U.S..
-WIZUAL.



Facebook:
WIZUAL-the-official-page

Myspace:
wizualteror

soundcloud:
wizualteror



Monday, April 12, 2010

Taking cues form the masters with Ben Gibbard

Here is another large influence of mine Ben Gibbard. This guy has done so much that I just Wikipediaed him to get all this info together. Benjamin Gibbard (born August 11, 1976 in Bremerton, Washington) is an American musician known as a member of several successful indie rock bands. He is the lead singer of Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service, also known for his project ¡All-Time Quarterback! and his first band, Pinwheel. He is married to the actress and singer Zooey Deschanel.

Gibbard spent his formative years in Bremerton, Washington during the time of the grunge musical explosion during the early 1990s. He graduated from Olympic High School in 1994. Growing up he was influenced by Elliott Smith, Nirvana, The Stone Roses, Superchunk, Built to Spill, Teenage Fanclub, Pixies, Pavement, Fugazi, and Hall & Oates. He also cites Jack Kerouac as a major influence. He studied Engineering at Western Washington University. He was raised Roman Catholic and referred to himself as "this indoctrinated Catholic even though I haven't been to church of my own volition in 10 or 15 years now." He and his band Death Cab for Cutie are also known for their contributions to veganism and animal rights. However, in a 2003 interview Gibbard stated that while he had previously been a vegan, he had recently become a pescetarian.



Collaborations

   Discography   

Death Cab for Cutie




Death Cab for Cutie Discography

Ben Gibbard


The Postal Service
























¡All-Time Quarterback!


With Jay Farrar


Pinwheel

  • 1996 Pinwheel

And so I will leave you with one of his remix projects with Feist - Mushaboom (the postal service remix)

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Shlomo is putting the Bass in "Bass Face"

Great moments in Bass Music history. At the Human Beatbox Convention South Bank, London. UK. March 18th 2007. Shlomo showed us where the Bass in your face comes from!

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

If you are a producer you must see this!!!

This is a plug-in made by Melodyne. It is F@&kng amazing!

Friday, April 2, 2010

Take a look at S.P.E.C.T.R.E. while he shakes this place.

S.P.E.C.T.R.E. A.K.A Reuben Garst, is a Dj/Promoter/Producer from Denver, Colorado. S.P.E.C.T.R.E. knows how to drop  bass heavy music combining Dubstep, Glitch-Hop, Drum n Bass, and any other type of Bass Music. S.P.E.C.T.R.E. seamlessly cuts through styles and tempos while throwing down head bobbin mash-ups. Already a crowd favorite in Colorado, this is one Dj you want to see if the opportunity arises. S.P.E.C.T.R.E.'s EP BAD GIRLS GO TO HELL is dropping on addictech this month. Something to definitely check out.

S.P.E.C.T.R.E. Co-founded the Jungle Labs "BassLab crew" and is a member of the Denver Bass Squad. S.P.E.C.T.R.E. has built a large following from the infamous Jungle Labs warehouse parties, regular nights at Denver’s Beta Nightclub, and his mixtapes on the Temporal Fusion podcast. Expect big things from this guy! And if you have the time check out his work.Definitely proper. ;)





Website:
basslabmusic.com

Soundcloud:
s-p-e-c-t-r-e

Facebook:
spectrebeats

Myspace:
spectrebeats

Discogs:
S.P.E.C.T.R.E.

Bookings:
spectre@basslabmusic.com



Thursday, April 1, 2010