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Interview with Hiroko Yamamura

“Music is Often Better with People,” Says Hiroko Yamamura, a Chicago Techno DJ

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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

2020 Taught Music Industry

Goodbye 2020: 9 Things 2020 Taught the Music Industry

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2020, the year that was shaping up to be everyone’s year. Not only was it a leap year, giving people 366 days instead of 365, but most of the major holidays fell on “perfect” days. 4th of July and Halloween fell on a Saturday. There was also Valentine’s Day and Christmas taking place on a Friday. 2020, however, had other plans and gave the world a harsh wake-up call. Despite being one of the worst-hit industries from the pandemic, 2020 taught the music industry a lot of important lessons.

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20 funniest memes TWTMEGP

The 20 Funniest Memes in TWTMEGP

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If you’re into techno and have a Facebook profile set-up then there’s one group you can’t be missing out on. The Worst Techno Memes Ever Group Page (TWTMEGP) is a must for any techno fan. Why? Techno doesn’t have to be serious, and TWTMEGP is proof. Check out the 20 funniest memes in TWTMEGP.  It pokes fun at everything from artists and event life to real life and club culture. TWTMEGP is as real as it gets. Read more

Meme courtesy of @twtmegp_

16 Techno Meme Instagram Accounts You Need To Follow For a Good Laugh

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As much as social media is a love and hate relationship, it has given us memes (and who doesn’t love memes?!) as well as introduced the phrase “going viral.” This type of content triggers an emotion compelling people to share it via their own social channels causing them to spread rapidly. Memes have helped everyone get through 2020 breathing humor and lightness into a rather intense year. Check out these 16 techno meme Instagram accounts to follow for a good laugh or two. Go ahead, hit the follow button, and share away. After all the world’s best medicine is laughter. Read more

8 of the Best Ricardo Villalobos GIFs

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Born in Santiago, Chile in 1970, Ricardo Villalobos made a name for himself as a DJ and electronic music producer during the late ’90s. His foray into music started in 1994 when he released his first record. He has come a long way since, making waves in the minimal techno and microhouse electronic music genres and becoming one of the most respected names in the underground dance music circuit.

His popularity is not just confined to his music though. He is also known for being quite the “quirky” fellow, whose mannerisms and antics are a subject of interest to many, to say the least. And in a world where the internet loves to pick up “interesting” things and turn them into something more, Villalobos’ quirks are a goldmine, so to speak. Enough for him to be considered a rising internet star, not a bad thing to add in his resume.

To prove our case, here are 8 of Ricardo Villalobos’ best hits, a collection of clips that have been immortalized into GIFs and in their meme-ready glory!

1.   Ricardo doesn’t need wings. Ever.

2.  Remember when he gave zero fucks and upset the entire crowd at Cocoon in the Park?

3.   When he almost destroyed that mixer.

4.   Shades on, shades off.

 

5.   That time he failed at a simple high-five.

 

6.   Is there a better dancer behind the decks? We don’t think so.

 

7.    If Ricardo loves you, he blows you kisses.

 

8.   That time he forgot how to wave like a normal person.

 

Yes, Ricardo Villalobos is such a darling. And we love him for that!

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