Your support of the underground scene in your local city or region is not just important, it’s vital.
The term “underground scene” generally refers to a subculture or community of artists, musicians, and fans who create and appreciate music that is outside the mainstream or commercial music industry. This includes genres like techno, house, punk, metal, and hip hop, among others.
Over the past couple of years, Native Boundaries has established itself as a respected curator of parties that push the boundaries of music and fun in the Los Angeles underground scene. For their first EP, they are working with a mix of up-and-coming local L.A. talent and with some well-respected international artists as well.
Hailing from Basque Country, Inshore is a DJ and producer that became inspired by the underground scene from living in Barcelona, Spain, and from going to record stores like Discos Paradiso and Subwax. After taking a hiatus, he returns with new projects and ambitions for this year.
I first heard about the “white rabbit” when I was on a plane to Munich, Germany. The phrase is inspired in part by Jefferson Airplaneās āWhite Rabbitā. In Munich, the white rabbit is code for the illegal raves that occur inside and outside the city. The parties are elusive by design. By luck, a connection, or perhaps a mixture of both, you can find the white rabbit. The key is to follow your curiosity. Little did I know that my plane conversation foreshadowed what would come to pass.
This week’s Guest Mix artists, Polish production legendsĀ Catz ān Dogz, have been been on a journey toĀ Club Sweat with a plan to drop a double A-side ready to set the rave-craving animals out of their cage, releasing “Rendezvous / Nasty.”
The duo have creatively crafted a double A-side oozing floor-to-floor elixir, to skillfully entice underground cavern connoisseurs. As those punters find their way to their dancefloor destination they are met with the aptly named “Rendezvous” a tech-house heater that couples deep stomping kick drums, with underlying techno textures for an insatiable groove that is augmented by the deep yet sensual melodies of R&B vocalistĀ Raymoane. The pace is turned up a notch on the flip-side, with stank-face-inducing textures apropos for the title of “Nasty” a tune that layers the hypnotic and conspicuous vocals of Kiddy SmileĀ over a bounce-loaded bassline with underlying rhythmic drums and sirens to evoke a bustling party atmosphere.
Zombies are undead by nature butĀ ZOMBIES IN MIAMI are very much alive and active. The DJ duo is a project created by Canibal & Jenouise. Despite the name, they are not crawling around Miami but shining out their light from Mexico. Over the last decade, the couple became one of the most prominent members of Mexicoās vital electronic scene. Their sound can be described as a rhythmic and synth-driven house and techno hybrid. Along with a disco and Balearic twist, which is held together by the oh-so-sweet Italo Drama. You probably won’t find a better combination of Italo arpeggio lines, house pianos, disco drums as well as sun-kissed and mythical soundscapes for your summer soundtrack. 6AM Group spoke with the duo about the underground scene and their favorite party spots in Mexico. Hereās the breakdown. Catch them at the first-ever Departure Festival in Playa Del Carma.
