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NĂžrbak

NĂžrbak Launches New Label NRBK With His EP ‘SĂĄtira’

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Known for his precision in ambient and experimental techno, Nþrbak’s (aka Artur Moreira) productions have always been focused on quality over quantity. He incorporates detailed sound designs that hit a nerve of gravitation from any listener. The Portugal-based artist has always had a clear devotion to music. Even now, as someone who lives and breathes his craft, he continues to work hard in his studio day after day.

Buy Tickets – NĂžrbak’s live show at WORK 2022

NĂžrbak will also be showcasing at WORK, an event presented at 6AM and Synthetik Minds. WORK will be welcoming NĂžrbak for his Los Angeles debut on May 21, 2022.

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Holldën & Second State Premiere Malpractice EP

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Portuguese producer HolldĂ«n returns to Second State with “Malpractice” EP, a dynamic and texturized 4 track record.  Kuiper Noise founder HolldĂ«n presents “Malpractice” EP on Second State. Launching the record with breakneck speed is “Slacker.” This chaotic high-energy opener employs furious precision with relentless cymbals and snare drums. The hectic mood that’s created delves deep with a pummeling kick drum and a dense, malevolent baseline. Synth keys sway and push from one minor key to another, building a deep and dark energy.

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In Interview with LX Music Festival Founder Steve Pimenta

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Lisbon festival LX Music is all set to bring plenty of quality underground names to the local scene this December, which explains why we selected it as one of 8 key festival escapes you should consider this winter! From 13th-15th, they take over the Pavillion of Parque das Naçoes, which is a vast space on the Tagus River with striking design and stunning views.

Bringing the sounds will be the likes of Paul Kalkbrenner (live), Marcel Dettmann, Art Department, Recondite (live), RØDHÅD, Wehbba and many more, at LX Music you can rely on first rate production given the huge experience of the team behind the festival. LX Music have been putting on these sort of events for more than 15 years now and so really know how to make a good time vibe.

Ahead of that we speak with LX Music Founder and promoter Steve Pimenta for an insight into what to expect.

Tickets & info for LX Music can be found HERE.

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The BPM Festival: Portugal’s Home for House and Techno Returns for 2019

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There is one festival that takes place in Portugal where a handful of house and techno’s best artists come together and show off what they have. That’s how Alan Fitzpatrick was able to describe the BPM Festival in PortimĂŁo, Portugal.

This coming September 13th all the way through to the 15th, people from around the world will swarm to Portugal for the highly anticipated 3-day festival. Originally designed as an elite dance music industry networking event, the festival has morphed into an international mélange of electronic music lovers, DJs, producers, revelers, and partygoers.

With over 50 artists now set to take over the festival’s new format of four days and nights of programming on the golden sand beaches of Praia da Rocha in Portimão, attendees can look forward to returning artists Andrea Oliva, Eats Everything, Honey Dijon, Joseph Capriati, Marco Carola, Richy Ahmed, Skream, The Martinez Brothers and more. Uniquely hosting sought-after labels and party brands, blanc, Cuttin’ Headz, Four Thirty Two, and Mindshake, have been added to the showcase lineup.

Accompanying previously announced artists, the newly revealed second wave of artists will perform alongside Adriatique, Apollonia, Dubfire, Josh Wink, Laurent Garnier, Loco Dice, Matador, Paco Osuna, POPOF, Stephan Bodzin (live) and many more. From the first showcase announcement, returning label showcases include Italian duo Neverdogs’ Bamboleo, Stefano Noferini’s leading Italian imprint Deeperfect, Loco Dice’s German powerhouse Desolat, POPOF’s esteemed FORM Music, U.K. house music authority Kaluki, Portugal’s own Neopop + Brunch, and The BPM Festival’s star-studded signature events This Is The End hosted by Überhaus and YA’AH MUUL.

Making its BPM Portugal showcase debut, attendees can look forward to Adam Beyer’s seminal imprint Drumcode and the BPM showcase debut of Matador’s energy-driving label, RUKUS.

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Neopop Festival Announce Dax J, Jeff Mills, Matrixxman b2b Ø [Phase], Dasha Rush and More for 2019

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From August 7th to 10th, Neopop Festival returns to Viana do Castelo to host some of the most exciting names in electronic music for an eclectic programme spanning two stages and four nights.

The festivities will once again take place just a few meters from the Atlantic Ocean in the breathtaking setting of Viana Do Castelo – the jewel of the Costa Verde. This historic location in the Minho Region of Northern Portugal is just a 30-minute drive from Porto Airport, boasting views of the Lima River and local foods that are guaranteed to make your trip unforgettable.

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Why The U.S.’ Zero-Tolerance Drug Policy Was Never Going To Work

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 The Failing War on Drugs

During the 1960’s, “Hippies” and celebrities popularized the use of marijuana, LSD, and other drugs. “During the Civil War, troops used morphine, uppers dominated World War II, the Vietnam troops shot heroin”, and their addictions didn’t stop there, as the U.S.’ demand for drugs kept on growing.

The term “War on Drugs” was coined in the summer of 1971 after Ronald Reagan ordered law-enforcement officials to directly target drug consumers rather than producers or suppliers.

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The BPM Festival Portugal’s 2018 Lineup & Showcases Rival Those Of Its Mexican Predecessor

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When The BPM Festival announced its plans to expand to Portugal it wasn’t clear just how large the European edition would be.

Now, with 2018’s full lineup and showcases announced, there is no doubt that the festival’s organizers have built it into a festival rivaling its Mexican predecessor in size and scope.

Concluding the already huge impressive lineup will be: Craig Richards, Octave One (Live), Joseph Capriati, Kenny Dope, Magda, Frank Storm, Patrick Topping, Marco Faraone, Detlef, Latmun, Richy Ahmed and more, joining the already announced lineup that includes Chris Liebing, Jamie Jones, Loco Dice, Marco Carola, Nic Fanciulli, Nicole Moudaber, Peggy Gou, Richie Hawtin, Seth Troxler, and The Martinez Brothers, amongst others.

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Jackmaster, Jasper James, D’Julz and Art Department Scheduled to Perform Porto’s RPMM Festival

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The much anticipated RPMM Festival in Porto has just announced the final names for its first edition on July 28-29, 2018, and as expected, the organizers went all out.

Gracing the festival are the likes of Jackmaster, Matt Tolfrey, Margaret Dygas, Barac, D’Julz, Mella Dee, Patrice Scott, Jasper James, Matthias Tanzmann, Art Department, Death on the Balcony, Kenny Glasgow, Nitin, Robin Ordell, Geddes, Varhat, Alexis Raphael, among many others. Indeed, RPMM Festival is shaping up to be a delightful showcase of over 50 local and international underground artists plus production from artistic director Jonny TV.

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RPMM Festival Porto Announces Phase 1 Lineup

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The 2018 edition of the RPMM Festival happening on July 28-29 at the historic Alfandega in Porto, Portugal. As the excitement is building up for the festival, the first wave of performers and event partners have been announced, which has raised the anticipation even further.

For starters, the festival will be capture through the guide of artistic director Jonny TV, Known for his work with Chemical Brothers, Primal Scream, Rolling Stones and many more, Jonny TV promises to capture the escapist experience the festival and the party vibe in and around Porto, which is one of Europe’s oldest cities through a contemporary and expressionist flavor.

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Photo Gallery: The BPM Festival Portugal

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The Algarve hosted The BPM Festival on 14, 15, 16 and 17 September, after the festival’s 10 year story in Mexico ended with the tragic events at Blue Parrot earlier this year. Truthfully, however, Portugal had already been announced as the first country chosen for BPM’s expansion. Located in PortimĂŁo and Lagoa, The BPM Festival’s first foray in Europe was greeted by the temperate Mediterranean climate, providing the public with spectacular sunsets and pleasant evenings.

Naturally for a first-edition festival there were still some kinks to be ironed out, especially as far as traffic, congestion and general logistics were concerned, but overall the festival delivered and delivered with class.

Of note was the presence of globally requested acts the likes of  Art Department, Hot Since 82, Jamie Jones, Jackmaster, Loco Dice, Nastia, Nicole Moudaber, Paco Osuna, Pan-Pot and Seth Troxler as well as pioneers of underground dance music such as Carl Craig, Danny Tenaglia, Dubfire, Paul Kalkbrenner, Richie Hawtin and Victor Calderone.

The BPM Portugal’s first year featured almost 200 artists, 20 showcases and 4 days of house, techno and their respective offshoots in one of Europe’s best beach destinations.

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