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In Interview: Vince Watson and Steve Rachmad Discuss “DnA [re]Sequenced” and the Art of Remixing

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This has been a monster year for former Tresor Berlin resident, Vince Watson, and it is now complete with a selection of remixes of his DnA album, including one by friend Steve Rachmad. The artist released new tracks on Get Physical, Tronic, SushiTech, All Day I Dream, his own Everysoul Audio alongside a slew of remixes. Watson has now rounded out the year by kicking things up a notch with his label’s biggest and most adventurous release to date: DnA [re]Sequenced.

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Digging Deeper with Steve Rachmad aka STERAC

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When one looks at Steve Rachmad‘s biography, it becomes extremely difficult to know where to begin in describing his dedication and work in the world of electronic music.

Both the list of clubs and festivals he has left an indelible mark on and his seemingly never-ending discography offer but a glimpse of his artistry. As a producer, he has been churning out timeless classics and dance floor gems under several monikers, including his own name, STERAC, Sterac Electronics, Parallel 9 and Ignacio, while as a DJ he has been constantly reinventing himself through his own signature interpretation of house and techno.

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Q&A Session with DAILYCID ADE Label Showcase Guest Acts: DJ W!LD, Steve Rachmad, Traumer, David Gtronic and Lost.Act

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DJ W!LD returns to Amsterdam with his DAILYCID showcase for this Amsterdam Dance Event 2018. Wednesday 17th October will see the French artist and label head joined by DAILCYID residents and friends, Traumer, Steve Rachmad, Steve O’Sullivan presents Bluetrain (live), Ion Ludwig, David Gtronic and Lost.Act at Het Sieraad for a raucous night of dancing, getting lost.

Right in the heart of Amsterdam West, Het Sieraad is a vibrant venue with a history of making it the perfect setting for a DAILYCID takeover. Returning to one of the most exciting decadent cities in the world, this promises to be a party for the ages!

So, without further ado, we present to you our exclusive Q&A with several of the acts playing this fantastic label showcase, including DJ W!LD himself:

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Celebrate Black History Month with These Iconic DJ’s

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Note: Originally published in February of 2016 and republished in 2017, this article is being republished today in honor of the amazing never-ending list of iconic DJs that have graced our scene with their illustrious art and careers.

Since the beginning of time there have been countless individuals who helped shape the music landscape. In celebration of Black History Month, we took some time to honor some of the most iconic DJ’s of recent times:

*Artists are listed in alphabetical order

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Steve Rachmad Talks 25 Years of Untainted Techno on the Rave Curious Podcast

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Dutch DJ Steve Rachmad is one of Holland’s original techno producers. He’s also one of the truest in term of his undiluted commitment to the music in its original Detroit-manufactured form. No wonder he carries with him a “Detroit pass” like fellow European greats Laurent Garnier, Maurizio and Luke Slater.

Whether making and playing music as Sterac (his harder techno alias), Tons of Tones (his most Detroit-sounding records) or as his own groovy self, the Amsterdam fixture continues to move crowds after more than 25 behind the decks.

He talks about his early discovery of pre-techno electronic music, his close call with Dutch hardcore and his ambition to play live…someday, all on this episode of Rave Curious.

 

Subscribe to the Rave Curious Podcast on iTunes or follow on Soundcloud, and get a new episode every other week, plus download past interviews with Adam Beyer, Chris Liebing, Danny Tenaglia, Heidi Lawden, Jesse Rose and more. While you’re at it, you can also follow Rave Curious on Facebook and Twitter.

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Movement To Touch Down In Croatia This Summer

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Movement is expanding to the promised land of Croatia, dubbed by many as the new Ibiza following recent years of festival and party expansion.

Movement Croatia is set to debut this coming July with a large roster of techno and house talent that includes the likes of Sven VÀth, Ben Klock, Marcel Dettmann, Derrick May, Octave One, Steve Rachmad, Robert Hood, Nina Kraviz, Dave Clarke and Margaret Dygas.

The Movement name has been expanding over the years, taking over the Detroit festivities in 2006 and establishing an Italian version in the northern city of Turin just over nine years ago. 2015 saw the Detroit festival touch down in Puerto Rico for a special Caribbean getaway, with the Italian version of the brand visiting Croatia for a smaller club edition last summer that now turns out was the stepping stone for the festival set to launch this July.

Tisno, 2013

Tisno, 2013

In the last few years, Croatia’s new-found status as a hot spot for electronic music festivities has seen the country benefit from thousands making the pilgrimage over the summer months. Movement Croatia will occur at The Garden Tisno, a 2,500 capacity outdoor venue that has also been home to Sunwave Croatia, Electric Elephant and Love International Festival.

Movement Croatia will offer three stages of indoor and outdoor beachside programming, as well as boat parties, with  a variety of accommodation options that range from air-conditioned apartments to camping and airstream trailers. Individual stages will be hosted by:

Movement Torino Music Festival
Circoloco
Lola ED vs Half Baked
ĐŻeturn powered by Solid-AM
Sunday Breakfast Zurich

For more information and tickets visit Movement Croatia’s Official Website, the Official FB Event and the RA Event.

 

Steve Rachmad’s Punchy Duo “Disturbance/Steps” on Drumcode Limited

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5382-871x580The Amsterdam-based man of many faces and many talents has brought forth a punchy double number on Drumcode Limited, the vinyl-only adjunct of Adam Beyer’s label. Signed to Get Physical Recordings and Rejected with over twenty years of experience on the decks, Steve Rachmad is a kind of musical chameleon when it comes to throwing down jams ranging from disco to house to his truer than true techno alias Sterac. Read more