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Dot N Life & Diverse Bind Release Their Collab: “This Is House”
Dot n Life and Diverse Bind give an international house music collaboration hailing from Italy to Indonesia. House music is funny in that it sounds so familiar but can come from so many people, races, creeds, genders and sexualities, but always be a common denominator. It’s a language of inclusion.
Do Great Artists Copy? Plagiarism in Music
The Spanish painter Pablo Picasso once said, “good artists borrow, great artists steal.ā Artists have always āborrowedā (consciously and unconsciously) each other’s works. Picasso’s quote references the fine line between imitating and emulating. A good artist creates a copy of an existing work while a great artist selectively takes elements and re-works them into their own sound and/or style to create something new. When it comes to music, plagiarism happens, particularly in electronic music. Remixes, edits, covers, and bootlegs have been a huge driver of dance music and have been a great way for artists to make a name for themselves. Oftentimes, these versions arenāt authorized by the original artist. So knowing that art, music, in this case, is to some extent borrowed,Ā what’s fair use, and when does it cross the line into music plagiarism? What makes music original?
“Music is Often Better with People,” Says Hiroko Yamamura, a Chicago Techno DJ
From the gritty roots of the underground Chicago scene to showcasing the freshest memes to her many Instagram followers, Hiroko Yamamura is clearly all about duality. Her extensive touring schedule over the past few years put Hiroko on the global stage, amassing an impressive audience of new fans thanks to her homage to spinning the House, Acid and techno sounds that shaped her rave youth. Even with her newfound fame, Hiroko never forgets her roots, as evidenced by her upcoming performance at the exciting new house and techno festival ARC on September 4 – 5, 2021, highlighting the incredible talent of the Windy City. 6Am caught up with Hiroko ahead of her performance at ARC to discuss everything from her hometown, being named one of Chicago’s top DJs, and on being the honorary dance scene meme queen. Read more
Global Vibe Radio 278 Feat. Mostly Magic
Now residing in Los Angeles by way of Chicago, house music duo Mostly Magic deliver a vinyl-only mix for this week’s episode of Global Vibe Radio.
Why CRSSD Music Festival Is a Staple SoCal Musical Event
Set on the idyllic coast of California, CRSSD Fest holds the honor of being one of the premiere house and techno festivals in North America. The bi-annual event never disappoints with its lineups of dance music superstars, as well as up-and-coming talent. Beginning in the spring of 2014, CRSSD Fest has no doubt established itself as a staple in the SoCal Music Festival scene. Fans of house and techno flock to the intimate festival full of great music, good vibes. Read below to find out why CRSSD is one of our top picks for festivals any dance music fan to hit, and don’t forget to buy tickets to the CRSSD 2021 festival fall edition.
Dancing Keeps You Young & Danny Tenaglia Has Plenty of Rhythm
New York is synonymous with a fast-paced rhythm of life, but Danny Tenagliaās voice is anything but hurried. His thick New York accent seems to slow down time and makes you feel at ease. Humble in tone and demeanor, perhaps it’s all the dancing he’s done over the last 46 years of playing in front of crowds around the world that keeps him young. Danny Tenaglia sure does have plenty of rhythm and at 60 he admits he feels fresh as a daisy, well perhaps not in those words but you get the gist. “I feel like Iām a 30-year-old guy again thatās ready for the next gig,” says Tenaglia comments about his new home in New Jersey trading high rises for three acres of land. Tenaglia admits to āexperiencing things here Iāve never experienced before: groundhogs, coyotes, rattlesnakes, garden snakes. Iām like āIām never leaving the house,ā he says with a laugh. Danny Tenaglia is embracing his newfound rhythm. He looks back on how paying dues has been an important part of his journey and how he’s been able to keep up with the demands of a touring lifestyle.
Gregor Tresher and Pig&Dan Share Advice on the Album-Making Process
Pig&Dan have been around the techno game for quite some time and have amassed one of the deepest discographies in the genre.Ā Meanwhile,Ā Gregor Tresher has soundtracked the development of the European techno sound for the last 25 years.Ā As a trio, they are masters in the studio and their latest album Soulcatcher, out now on Truesoul, is a perfect encapsulation of their crisp, yet stirring sound palette.
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Longtime House Artist Inaya Day Talks New Release & Career Longevity
Fans of house music are sure to have heard the iconic vocals of Inaya Day. The powerful voice of Day has been circulating on dancefloors since the mid-90s when she was tapped for the iconic track “Keep Pushin’.” The house vocal legend is back with a deep cut “Feelin’ Feelin’,” recorded by Grammy award-winning Sting International over a decade ago. Read an exclusive interview with Day to discuss the long-awaited release of the track and her longevity as an artist. Read more
