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Tim Green to Release Debut Album “Her Future Ghost” on May 18th via Cocoon
After more than a decade’s successful career, including releases on Cocoon and Dirtybird, and remixing Paul McCartney and Timo Maas, Tim Green announces the scheduled release of his debut album Her Future Ghost.
Spanning genres from the ethereal to the electronic, it’s a thought-provoking ode to all the music he loves to listen to and create.
Cocoon Announce Pacha As Their New Ibiza Home
Sven Väth’s iconic techno project Cocoon has announced that they will be moving to a new home in Ibiza.
In particular, the project will be moving to Pacha, the legendary club that brought parties to the island, changing Ibiza’s landscape in the process, beginning with its 19th season which is set to come this summer.
Cocoon Boss Sven Väth to Release “The Sound Of The 17th Season” Compilation
This past summer Sven Väth celebrated Cocoon‘s 17th consecutive year in Ibiza. The record-label and party series calls Amnesia its home on Monday nights and hosts some of the most celebrated names in techno, minimal and house.
To mark the occasion, the label chief has carefully selected 26 tracks to form up a two-disc mix compilation entitled “The Sound Of The 17th Season.” Scheduled for November 25th, the Cocoon Recordings release will feature original tracks from top-tier artists including Eddie Fowlkes, Danny Daze, Slam, Robert Hood’s Floorplan project, Sven himself and remixes from Roman Flügel, André Galluzzi and Kölsch.
This summer Amnesia has faced increased difficulties with local officials, first at the hand of police investigating the club for tax fraud as part of Operation Chopin, and then for parties going past approved finished time. The venue’s owner, Martin Ferrer, and three workers including his son were arrested and then released on bail as part of the ongoing investigation that has now uncovered over €2 million in cash hidden at the club and in various deposit boxes belonging to Ferrer.
Tracklist
CD1:
01. Harald Björk – Sabor Latino (Mix Of Life Version)
02. Ripperton – Ordine Gigante
03. Rhauder & Paul St. Hilaire – Molekule
04. Love Over Entropy – Sea
05. Kamran Sadeghi – Flow me
06. Alex & Digby – Angolan Rumble
07. Traumer – Ijah
08. Omar-S – Heard’chew feat. John FM
09. Eddie Fowlkes – Oriane
10. C-Rau – Sheeos Unn Note
11. OFF feat. Sven Väth – Electrica Salsa (Roman Flügel Remix)
12. Pantha Du Prince – Dream Yourself Awake
CD2:
01. Levon Vincent – A-1
02. Ripperton – Ordine Gigante
03. Hot City Orchestra – Nine (André Galluzzi Remix)
04. Adam Port – Sonnenfinsternis
05. Damian Lazarus – Trouble At The Seance (Kölsch Remix)
06. Margot – Er Suonone
07. Danny Daze – Swim
08. Sven Väth – Robot (Kölsch Remix)
09. Slam – Take You There feat. Mr. V
10. Floorplan – Spin
11. Bart Skills – Fifth Gear
12. Johannes Heil – By Night Part One
13. Emmanuel – Entroterra
14. Konstantin Sibold – Mutter
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20 Years of Cocoon: Five of our Favorite Live Sets from Cocoon Parties and Moments Over the Years
2016 is a milestone year for Sven Väth, for it marks the 20th anniversary of a movement that has in the past two decades become one of the leading record labels, party series, promotion group, clubs (in Frankfurt, Germany) and brands in the worldwide dance music scene. We are of course talking about the ever-growing and influential Cocoon, the machined built by the German producer and DJ that has undoubtedly been responsible for some of the most memorable moments and nights of the past two decades’ underground dance music industry.
We join in in wishing Papa Sven and his team a happy anniversary with five of our favorite live set recordings from Cocoon parties and moments over the years. Enjoy!
Ricardo Villalobos Vs Luciano: Live at Cocoon Closing Party, Amnesia on 29th September 2008
Underworld & Sven Väth: Live At Cocoon Club Frankfurt on 12th October 2006.
Sven Väth: Live At Cocoon, The Sands Amsterdam in August 2008.
Richie Hawtin: Live At Cocoon, Amnesia on 22nd August 20011.
Oliver Huntemann Cocoon in the Spotlight recorded Live at Beatport Berlin on 5th December 2014.
Papa Sven Väth Is Caught Watching the 2016 Euro Cup While DJing at Awakenings
It is said that the love for football (soccer) knows no limits. In fact growing up in Italy, there was a saying I learned while just a kid and still hold true to this day, “In life, there’s only two things that never ever change: your mamma and your football team!”
But what about techno, or one’s passion for DJing and electronic music?
KiNK and Kölsch To Remix Two Sven Väth Early 90’s Classics
Cocoon is set to release a two-track EP on April 15th containing remixes of timeless Sven Väth tracks by none other than KiNK and Kölsch.
KiNK, top-notch Bulgarian producer listed as #1 on Resident Advisor’s poll for Best Live Acts of 2015, is poised to put his signature on 1992’s “Accident in Paradise,” while Kölsch is remixing “Robot” from the 1994 LP The Harlequin, The Robot And The Ballet-Dancer. Both tracks saw plenty of dance floor play at Omen, the Frankfurt club Väth was part-owner of until its closure in 1998 and were originally released on Eye Q Records, the imprint he started together with Matthias Hoffmann and Heinz Roth.
Whereas KiNK’s influence turns “Accident in Paradise” into a true acid-influenced re-work, Kölsch’s product has a bigger more energetic sound. Both remixes clock in at well over 9 minutes without feeling drawn out.
You can listen to both clips on Wordandsound.
Source: Resident Advisor
Cocoon In The Park Announces Lineup for 2016
Located in the majestic grounds of Temple Newsam House on the outskirts of Leeds, the 8th successive edition of Cocoon in the Park is poised to continue its strong tradition as a diverse one-day affair with focus on music and production.
Surrounded by typically lush British countryside and armed with a massive sound system, this year’s Cocoon will take place on July 9th and will begin with three back-to-back sets starting with emerging label artists Annie Erez and Bobby O’Donnel. Next up, it will be the turn of Fuse London’s Enzo Siragusa to get on the decks accompanied by Rossko, followed by the combination of Eats Everything and Patrick Topping. The line-up continues with Chicago’s Green Velvet making his first Cocoon in the Park visit as a special guest before handing the booth to New York City duo The Martinez Brothers. Unsurprisingly, the night’s closing duties will be given to none other than the imprint’s leader, Sven Väth.
For those who haven’t been the venue before before, expect a natural green amphitheater with amazing acoustics and the perfect backdrop of the surrounding nature. Ensure you RSVP on Facebook for updated event information.
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Humble Beginnings with Chris Tietjen
“When I turned 15 my mom asked me if she could introduce me to a good friend who is a really famous electronic DJ. I was open-minded so I said ‘sure why not…’”
That DJ happened to be none other than Sven Väth, and from that point on the path was clear for a young Chris Tietjen. Starting an internship with Cocoon when he was in 8th grade, Chris Tietjen learned the ins-and-outs of a dynamic industry and was exposed to experiences that would forever shape his musical career. Filling in for Sven Väth at an Ibiza after hours is certainly up there…
Like much of Europe at the time, dance culture in Frankfurt was thriving, and as a result the next wave of artists began to rise. Through his passionate dedication to the music and culture, and under the guidance of Cocoon, Chris Tietjen was well on his way to making an impact in the global dance community. To date, Chris Tietjen has a plethora of releases on Cocoon, and continues to add to his discography with great releases on labels such as Atrakt Recordings, Serkal, and Moan Records, all receiving major support and playability from every DJ worth their salt in the industry.
Chris recently took some time to catch up with us discussing everything from his early life and internship at Cocoon, to his Techno Parents, and why shopping for vinyl is like going to an authentic deli. Enjoy his recent mix for Electronic Groove, and read the full interview with 6AM Group below. Read more
Cocoon Showcase at WOMB Tokyo
Japan’s most notable dance music club, WOMB, is set for a proper Cocoon showcase this Saturday featuring the label’s most qualified artist, Mathias Kaden and Ilario Alicante, as they get ready to expand their sound in to Tokyo, the epicenter of Asia’s underground electronic music scene. The night will also be filled with other talents including Alejandro Mosso performing LIVE on the top floor. The Womb Lounge will feature Circo Loco Japan Artist, Satoshi Otsuki along with a special set by Hawaii’s Asylum Afterhours, Darren Zane. The night is expected to be filled with Cocoon vibes in the heart of Tokyo. Japan is constantly rated as the top destination for quality electronic music in Asia and this special night ahead further proves the notion. For more info on the event visit the official RA event page.
