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Observe.06 Will Feature The Los Angeles Debut of Assailants (Ben Sims & Truncate)

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It is always with great anticipation that Southern California techno aficionados look forward to Thanksgiving weekend in Los Angeles.

For nearly two decades, a collective of like-minded individuals have come together to throw an annual techno gathering that has, through its growth, become one of the most influential party series of North America. Originally called Interface, the party series known as Observe went through a re-branding last year while continuing to deliver events not only in Los Angeles (twice), but also Detroit during Movement weekend, Miami and Chicago.

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Kodem Launches Kodem Music Imprint with “Vault Lines” EP Including Truncate Remix

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Kodem launches his Kodem Music imprint with three resounding cuts entitled Vault Lines EP including a remix from techno powerhouse Truncate.

Hailing from the electronic music scene of San Francisco, Kodem debuts on his self-titled label unveiling his ethereal and rhythmic production style after several years of grafting in the studio. His self-titled imprint kicks off proceedings with three original cuts layered with deep, emotive atmospheres which includes a remix from LA techno artist and prolific remixer, Truncate who has a handful of outstanding releases on 50Weapons, Mote-Evolver and his self-titled imprint. ‘Vault Lines’ EP is the first out of a consistent set of releases on Kodem Music for 2019 which will include further remixes from Lucy and many other heavyweight producers.

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OBSERVE: A New Techno Beginning in Los Angeles Starting November 24th

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For the last 15 years, Droid Behavior and their INTERFACE event series have become synonymous with Los Angeles’ now-thriving techno scene.

There is no doubt that the two brands have been at the forefront of the LA techno world, pushing a sound that was once widely rejected in the city. The team built something great out of nothing, pouring blood, sweat and tears to overcome obstacles, doubters and resistance to build a foundation upon which all techno events in Los Angeles have been built since.

At 6AM we recognize the crucial role INTERFACE events have had in the creating of the techno scene in this city, a scene which makes it possible for us to contribute with our own events today. In fact, most of us at 6AM can directly pinpoint to the exact INTERFACE event that set us down this techno road we are still enjoying today. For us, it was these events that directly lead us to fall in love with techno and, as a result, want to work in this industry.

As drumcell and Truncate announced today via social media, while Droid currently remains dormant for an unforeseeable future, a portion of the crew behind those revolutionary events has decided to move forward with a new vision and a new project: OBSERVE.

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Ben Sims and Truncate Form ASSAILANTS

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London’s Ben Sims and LA-based Truncate (aka David Flores) debut the new project at Berghain this weekend.

The duo, who have remixed each other and played a series of B2B sets in the past including closing RA’s Movement stage in 2017, debut the ASSAILANTS DJ set at the Berlin institution on March 18th followed by a string of festival dates throughout the summer.

Additionally, the pair will be unleashing a 4 track EP of ASSAILANTS material entitled Chase Sequences on a new, as-yet untitled imprint early-Summer.

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15 Back-To-Back Sets You Need To Listen To

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Last year Ben UFO expressed his feelings on the importance of back-to-back sets, attempting to tackle the criticism some have thrown at promoters and DJs alike, with claims that b2b billings are a simple marketing gimmick to sell more tickets.

While there is no doubt that interesting back-to-back pairings do catch the attention of event-goers, the words of the highly thought-of British DJ had us looking back in time at some of the best back-to-back sets ever recorded. We have selected fifteen of our favorites that we think you should definitely give a listen to!

Did we miss any? Tell us via Facebook or Twitter.

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Win Tickets to Prototype 056: Droid Prime – Len Faki, Truncate, Andrew S on June 10th

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On June 10th, Downtown Los Angeles’ Lot 613 will be hosting the 56th edition of Prototype, a PRIME showcase in collaboration with esteemed Los Angeles techno label and party curators Droid Behavior as well as fellow techno outfit Dirty Epic.

The lineup is big, with Berghain resident Len Faki taking the headlining spot alongside local hero Truncate. Rounding out the bill and will be Andrew Souto of Dirty Epic. Dirty Epic’s successful events, showcases. and one offs in LA, NY and Detroit are a testament to the group’s commitment to quality and high energy nightlife, making this a night not to miss.

Check out the FB event for full info. Tickets available on RA.

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The Best Thanksgiving Parties of 2016

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With one of the biggest party weekends coming up, Black Wednesday, Thanksgiving, and Black Friday,  we want to suggest some of the best events nationwide (in alphabetic order).

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Atlanta, Deep South presents Mike Servito & Gay Marvine at the Heretic, 11/26

Atlanta-based promoter DEEP SOUTH brings Mike Servito from Brooklyn and Gay Marvine from San Francisco for their Saturday after Thanksgiving celebration. The party is scheduled through 3am.

Ticket link here. $10 + fees. 21+

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Brooklyn, Blkmarket Membership with Apollonia at TBA, 11/26

Seems like Dan, Dyed, and Shonky are making their rounds through the US this weekend as they are booked for an extended set with Brooklyn-based Blkmarket Membership. Residents Taimur & Fahad will be on opening duties. The party is scheduled through 9am!

Ticket link here. $30 + fees. 21+

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Chicago, Black Wednesday with Derrick Carter at Smartbar, 11/23

Derrick Carter kicks things off  Black Wednesday with an all-night set to celebrate at Smartbar. The party is scheduled through 4am.

Ticket link here. $12 + fees. 21+

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Chicago, Black Friday with Apollonia at the Mid, 11/25

Friday night Dan Ghenacia, Dyed Soundorom, and Shonky will take the decks at the Mid for a night of great music. The party is scheduled through 4am.

Ticket link here. $12.50 + fees. 21+

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Detroit, Paxahau presents: Josh Wink at TV Lounge, 11/26

Detroit-based Paxahau brings Josh Wink for an all-night set on Saturday after Thanksgiving. In the Side Room you can expect Dru Ruiz and Shady P.

Ticket link here. $10 + fees. 21+

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Houston, Spanksgiving with Kolsch at Boondocks, 11/23

Kolsch will headline the Spanksgiving party by Kinda Super Disco in Houston for Black Wednesday. Beforehand a b2b set by, residents, James Reed and Josh Dupont. The party is scheduled through 2am; we suggest early arrival!

Ticket link here. $10 + fees. 21+

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Los Angeles, Do Not Sit On The Furniture at Clinic Wednesday, 11/23 

Underrated Presents is hosting a Do Not Sit On The Furniture showcase for their weekly Clinic Wednesday Party series at Couture in Hollywood, with Behrouz, Oceanvs Orientalis and Tara Brooks all scheduled to play. The party is scheduled to run until 4am.

Ticket link here. $15 + fees. 21+

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Los Angeles, Rhondavous at Union, 11/23 

RHONDA INTL brings DJ Harvey, Seth Troxler, Kevin Saunderson, Radio Slave, Trus’me, Chris Cruse, DIRTYDAVE, Goddollars, and PARADISE for their Black Wednesday celebration at Union. The party is scheduled through 4am.

Ticket link here. $30 + fees. 21+

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Los Angeles, Droid Behavior – Interface 55 / 14 Years at TBA, 11/26

The LA techno promoter will throw their 55th Interface event that is set to take place in a TBA location the Saturday after Thanksgiving and will feature Drumcell, Truncate, Raiz, DJ Hyperactive, Subversive, and Dean Paul. The party is scheduled through 7am!

Ticket link here. $20 + fees. 21+

 

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Miami, Thanksgiving Eve with Praslesh at Treehouse Miami, 11/23

UN_MUTE Events brings Raresh, Praslea, Roustam, and Christian AB for their Black Wednesday festivities at Treehouse Miami. The party is scheduled through 5am.

Ticket link here. $10 + fees. 21+

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Philadelphia, A Decade of Dubfire at Rumor, 11/23

Rumor Nightclub has booked Dubfire and Carlo Lio for their Black Wednesday celebration. They will also feature an all new Martin Audio sound system featuring their newly developed CCD technology. The party is scheduled through 2:30am.

Ticket link here. $15 + fees. $35 + fees for open bar between 10pm-12am.

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San Francisco, 15 Years of Dax presents at Mezzanine, 11/26

Dax presents will be celebrating 15 years the Saturday of Thanksgiving. Dax Lee, owner and promoter head of Dax, will be on the decks prior to Seth Troxler for the event at Mezzanine.

Ticket link here. $20 + fees. 21+

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5 Essential Tunes with… One Track Brain

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“”5 Essential Tunes with…” is a feature on 6AM that explores underground dance music artist’s current favorite tracks, in an effort to showcase the best productions currently making the rounds in the world of techno, house, tech house and deep house.”

We did not choose One Track Brain to be interviewed for our first installment of this feature by chance. We found irony in asking an artist whose name in and of itself focuses on “one track” to select his current five favorite tunes, and were more than curious to see what the results would be.

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Droid Behavior Weekend: San Francisco + San Diego

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Droid Behavior continues their West Coast showcase with back-to-back events in San Francisco and San Diego this weekend presented by SF based techno promotion group, Robot Ears. Following the initial leg of the tour in LA last Saturday hosted by Dirty Epic, the Los Angeles techno collective brings their 52nd installment of Interface to Mighty SF on Friday July 31st featuring Droid front runners Drumcell, Truncate, and Raíz with mind-bending visuals by Oktaform.

The Interface series has been the staple event of Droid Behavior for more than 10 years stemming from its humble beginnings in LA to packed out shows in Amsterdam, Detroit, and New York. The anticipation of Droid’s debut in San Francisco has been brewing for the past month; the wait will soon come to a close and a night of heavy sounds and underground vibes is in store.

On Saturday, the Droid camp migrates down to San Diego for a rare night of techno joined by Halo and Robot Ear’s John Kaberna as they continue to spread their sound that has caught global attention among techno lovers and party-goers worldwide.

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Tribute to 50 Weapons

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A tribute to 50 Weapons – One of the leading electronic labels of the decade

We all knew this day was coming. When 50 Weapons began in 2005 it was their sole intention to have a limited lifespan, and throughout their presence in the music industry they managed to carve a niche in electronic music. The past ten years have seen 50 Weapons curate EP’s and albums from the likes of Benjamin Damage, Cosmin TRG, Bambounou, Truncate, Marcel Dettmann, Addison Groove, among others; all bringing forth a forward thinking and innovative approach to underground electronic music.

50 Weapons had style, grace, and was always at the forefront of musical exploration. It can be a sad moment when something special like this comes to an end, but rather than mourn the closing of 50 Weapons we choose to honor the musical legacy they’ve left behind.

In our tribute to 50 Weapons, we’ve selected some of our favorite tracks over the years
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it was no easy task. Enjoy some of our personal favorites from the 50 Weapons catalog, and make sure to take a closer look into their expansive musical library to find your favorites too.

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