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Artist Spotlight and Q&A: Louie Fresco

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“At the beginning it was just an excuse to stop traveling alone and bring some of my closest friends with me, but seeing the talent on the roster it had to be bigger than something I did just a whim, so I started to get really involved into developing the concept” – Louie Fresco

Over the years Louie Fresco has found his sound in the deep and tech house world. As an integral member of the No. 19 family, he’s had the opportunity to sculpt and adapt his sound as well as pursue concepts such as his recent ++ party series. It comes as a surprise that he hasn’t made an appearance in Los Angeles since 2008, and back then he wasn’t necessarily playing the deep hypnotic textures we’re familiar with today. However, the lack of Los Angeles tour dates since 2008 isn’t his fault. Like many artists throughout their careers, sometimes acquiring an artist visa is a difficult task. Luckily for Louie Fresco, and for fans in LA, he’ll be making his return this Sunday May 10th with an extended set at the Standard Rooftop Downtown LA.

We recently caught up with Louie Fresco via e-mail to talk about his upcoming LA visit, the recent + + events, and his experiences in 2008 amongst many other things. Here’s what he had to say! For more information on Louie Fresco and his set at the standard see the links below.

Louie Fresco: Facebook | Resident Advisor | Beatport
Louie Fresco at The Standard Rooftop: Information and Tickets Read more

Conversations with: Carlo Lio & Nathan Barato at Sound Nightclub

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It’s always a treat when Carlo Lio and Nathan Barato make a stop in LA. This past weekend was no exception as these two tech house heavy weights from Toronto brought some serious vibes to Sound Nightclub. From humble beginnings in the Toronto scene at establishments like Comfort Zone, both Carlo Lio and Nathan Barato have transcended into major players on the international circuit.

Right before their set at Sound we had the opportunity to catch up with the guys about their history in Toronto, WMC, and Carlo’s recent trip to Japan. Take a look at the conversation below! Read more

Livio & Roby: The Interview

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Like always, Livio & Roby delivered some serious selections to the dance floor when they were here in Los Angeles. Cutting edge house and techno combined with a fantastic vibe, the night was one we’ll remember for quite some time. Prior to them laying down Romanian heat on the dance floor, we had the opportunity to catch up with the duo. Take a look below for our interview with Livio & Roby.

Livio & Roby on: Facebook | Soundcloud | Resident Advsior
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KiNK Interview – Live in the Roland Booth at NAMM 2015

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The Roland booth at NAMM was full of great gear and music this year. One of the people responsible for supplying some great live sets during the show was non-other than Bulgarian electronic artist, KiNK. We had the opportunity to catch up with him after his set, and talk about his recent show in LA amongst other things. Here’s what KiNK had to say.

KiNK on Facebook | Soundcloud | Resident Advisor

In The Studio With Surgeon

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modularSurgeon is somewhat of a techno veteran; with releases on revered labels such as Downwards, Tresor, Blueprint, and Token, he has been a staple of the culture for over 25 years, never ceasing to evolve and improve as an artist. The UK native has always had a soft spot for analog gear, which he has been filling his studio with for a number of years. Needless to say, he has quite the impressive setup. From synthesizers to drum machines and everything in between, this guy has it all. Luckily, Surgeon has decided to discuss his gear and his workflow in an in-depth interview, courtesy of XLR8R. Whether you’re into analog or digital (both are very great in their own ways), you’ll surely get a kick out of this. In addition to discussing his hardware, he talks about how he incorporates software into his workflow; however, he makes it very clear that he is a hardware connoisseur.

Click here to read the full article from XLR8R

If you like what you see, you’ll love what you hear! Check out his track “Prowler” (below)

Conversations with Dance Spirit

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2014 has been a busy year for Dance Spirit both in the studio and on the road. The Southern California hyperspace duo recently wrapped up an extensive Summer tour in Barcelona and Ibiza showcasing their sound while finding inspiration through a different perspective. We recently caught up with them to discuss about their experience and what it has meant for them as an artist to stay inspired and creative as they push forward.

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