Miguel Migs talks about electronic music and major influences in his productions. Check out what’s the purpose of Salted Music and why he has such a long term partnership with the singer Lisa Shaw.
Miguel Migs stands at the forefront of electronic music’s soulful realm. Whether tackling his original productions or remixes, he achieves an organic-soulful sound by combining the best of both the electronic music world and live instrumentation.
For many years, Miguel’s productions have been included on countless compilations and his records have slid into the crates of top DJs across the globe. His music has also landed on numerous TV Shows, including Six Feet Under, Sex in the City, and MTV’s Road Rules and Real World.
Contrary to many of his club-centric DJ/producer peers, Miguel is not always concerned with the potential dance floor appeal of his soulful tracks. “It’s music you can enjoy and listen to at home, in the club, or anywhere. Not necessarily just to rock the dance floor.” explains the Northern California native, who grew up with a true love of reggae, soul, classic rock, jazz, hip-hop and just about everything else.
To celebrate 21 years of influential UK fashion label Gio-Goi, Toolroom Records present ‘21 Years Of Gio-Goi’. Mixed by House music legends Graeme Park & Toolroom Records label boss Mark Knight, the concept of the compilation focuses on both DJs selecting a classic track from House music’s parallel history, selecting a key track for each year and mixing the compilation in chronological order. The partnership between Gio-Goi, with a lengthy history in Dance music, stemming back to the early Hacienda days, and one of House Music’s biggest and most dynamic record labels was an obvious choice. Recent friends of Gio-Goi include Liam Gallagher, Deadmau5, David Guetta, Lily Allen and Dizzee Rascal cementing them as the market leader for a new generation of fashion on the high street.
As one of the first to pioneer the earliest House music filtering through from Chicago, New York and Detroit in the late 80’s, it seemed only natural that Graeme Park should select the first decade of classics. Still a prominent name within the scene, Graeme’s history with Gio-Goi stems back to the early days with Graeme DJing at Gio-Goi’s creator Chris Donnelly’s 21st birthday. Working his way seamlessly through anthems including LFO’s seminal ‘LFO’ into Inner City’s ‘Pennies From Heaven’, finishing on Joey Negro’s ‘Can’t Get High Without You’ and Jamie Lewis & Nick Morris’s disco Houser ‘Sunshine Hotel’.
Bringing you up-to-date, Mark Knight, who himself pioneered the arrival of a new generation of DJ/Producers, kicks off with the genre crossing anthem ‘Knights Of The Jaguar’ by DJ Rolando. Moving effortlessly into Danny Tenaglia’s remix of ‘Finally’ by Kings Of Tomorrow and John Ciafone’s remix of Underworlds ‘2 Months Off’. Unsurprisingly finishing off with a little Deadmau5, Mark’s own re-work of Laurent Garnier’s ‘Man With The Red Face’ and the massive collaboration with D.Ramirez & Underworld ‘Downpipe’, an undisputable modern classic.
Win tickets every week for Avaland Saturdays @ Avalon Hollywood
The Deal: Spundae is celebrating at Avalon in Los Angeles and giving away tickets.
What you get when you sign-up:
A chance to win a pair of tickets for Avaland Saturdays!
Contest closes at 5pm on Friday’s. Winners will be notified by email that evening.
More Info: www.avalonhollywood.com
Buy Presale Tickets: Click Here!
Avalon’s weekly Saturday night club event featuring the best in underground dance music!
Avalon Hollywood, formerly the historic Palace theatre, exudes a unique mix of classic ‘tinsel town’ history with cutting-edge contemporary, while maintaining the style and soul of a venue witness to legendary performances that spanned decades, from Judy Garland to Prince, The Beatles to Snoop Dogg, and Frank Sinatra to Nirvana. With its state-of the art lighting & sound systems, Avalon Hollywood is ideal for live concerts, awards show, film shoots, fashion shows, & film screenings. Its prime location next to the Arclight theatre and Cinerama Dome puts Avalon Hollywood as the perfect spot for Hollywood film premiere parties.
Directly adjacent to the high-energy Avalon lives the slightly surreal oasis The Bardot. Conceived as an old school exclusive club, and designed in the culture clash aesthetic of late sixties, tasteful but eccentric European expat in Morocco, Bardot is the perfect venue for all private parties, after parties & VIP events.
As one enters through a private entrance and ascends the vibrant blue stairs directly into the heart of the club, one will find a stunning open air patio with a slightly decayed Moorish style. Bardot’s stunning beauty & unique style make it a one-of-a-kind venue.
By registering for this contest you agree to receive periodic emails from Nightlifeguru.com about upcoming events and happenings in and around Los Angeles. You must also agree to Nightlifeguru.com’s Privacy Policy and provide a valid email address to register.
The Deal: Perfecto is celebrating at Rain in Las Vegas.
What you get when you sign-up:
Women – FREE all night
Men – line pass (shorter wait time)
Local men – reduced cover of $25
Check in under the Nightlife Guru List
Guest List closes at 5pm on Saturday’s.
Located on the casino level of Palms Casino Resort, Rain Nightclub combines performances by international headliners, an electrifying dance club, a private event facility and intimate enclaves in one dynamic, multi-sensory destination. Recognized for being home to the legendary Paul Oakenfold and his weekly Saturday night production, ‘Perfecto Vegas,’ Rain Nightclub now houses the largest deejay residency in the nation under one roof.
Skyboxes, cabañas and water booths provide a more intimate affair for 8 – 15 guests. Reservations are required.
For reservations call (702) 942 6832 or email tables@9groupvegas.com
Rain Nightclub is open on Friday and Saturday from 10pm – 5am
By registering for this guest list you agree to receive periodic emails from Nightlifeguru.com about upcoming events and happenings in and around Las Vegas. You must also agree to Nightlifeguru.com’s Privacy Policy and provide a valid email address to register.
Q: You are playing the Friday of the very first L.E.D festival, how does it feel?
Axwell:
Great! Looking forward to playing in London again! Just hoping for some nice weather!
Q: Can you tell us some more about your heart show that you will be bringing to Victoria Park?
Axwell:
Well, it is a 5 x 5 meter LED screen and with help from my video techs I want to give the audience something back! A more synchronised show with a visual impact. I just want to bring something to the table and develop it as it proceeds. And hopefully people will like the music and the show.
Q: Your Brixton shows have been incredible, how does it feel to have such a loyal UK fanbase?
Axwell:
England has always been an important place for me and it’s fantastic to see the crowd excited and loving what I love to do! It gives so much energy and that makes me want to continue to do music.
Q: What does 2010 have in store for Axwell, can we expect any big hits?
Axwell:
Haha, well I always try my best to deliver and fulfil the fans expectations, and I have some tracks that I personally love. “Nothing But love (for you)” will be out soon and the hype on the internet have been amazing! I try my best and I hope it’s enough to get the crowd going!
Q: Will you be making time to see anyone else on the L.E.D line up this year?
Axwell:
My schedule is more C R A Z Y this year! I am even doing a couple of days with 2 shows on the same night! But it would be nice to hang around when Sebastian Ingrosso is playing without having to work myself! Haahaha.
Q: Travelling around the world must be amazing, but do you get time to see any of the countries?
Axwell:
Before, when I did 2 maybe 3 gigs per weekend id could try to take some time to walk the streets in a new city. Maybe see a friend. But now when I do 4-5 shows a week it’s hard to keep up with work. So every chance I get in the hotel or on the airplane I need to focus on making music. Otherwise I won’t have any tracks to play next year!
Q: You also have your own night in Ibiza, will you be bringing a bit of the Island fun to L.E.D?
Axwell:
Is a special thing to travel to Ibiza and visit a place like Pacha. The vibe, the weather and listening to the fantastic music. And that’s hard to take to another place, but I promise to try and make everyone as hot as they would be in Ibiza.
Q: In the Cream arena you are joined by lots of your friends, Ingrosso, A N21 & Kim Fai just to name a few, can we expect one big party?
Axwell:
It’s always a big party! That’s what keeps the spirit alive! I am going to book a big suite so the after party will be at my place!
Q: When you began DJing/Producing did you ever envisage getting to this stage in your career?
Axwell:
I dreamt about it but maybe I didn’t dare to think it could be true one day. But at the same time I believe that success comes to those who work. Sometimes it’s harder, but if you fight for what you believe in and do what you like, the road forward will give you opportunities and if you make the right decisions, it can even take you further.
Q: What did you originally set out to achieve when you began?
Axwell:
I just wanted to do music. I didn’t want to do anything else. And if I could pay the bills by doing just that… I would be happy! Getting to play these big shows and Djing on clubs is amazing and great fun to do, but it also gives me the opportunity to continue to do what I wanted to do since I was a kid. And that’s more music.
Q: Can you tell us in 3 words what the show will be like at L.E.D?
Axwell:
Heart-pounding, sweaty & fresh!
SANDER VAN DOORN ‘DUSK TILL DOORN’
2-Disc Compilation Album, mixed by Sander van Doorn
Released 16th August (Doorn Records)
Ever had a night out where you wish someone had been there to record your favourite set? Well, look no further for Sander van Doorn has encapsulated the sound of his global clubbing phenomenon ‘Dusk Till Doorn’ and crammed it into a brand new compilation album set for release on 16th August.
Sander, currently the world’s number 10 DJ, has mixed up a series of classic tracks, unreleased material and a couple of exclusives over two-discs, offering fans the chance to experience the Dusk Till Doorn audible experience anytime, anywhere!
Launched in 2009, Sander’s ‘Dusk Till Doorn’ nights have steadily evolved into one of the premier brands on the global clubbing circuit. On this album, just like the nights, fans will be taken on a journey through the genres of dance music, showcasing Sander’s progressive house side through to his tech-trance roots. The majority of CD1 will get you in the mood, sucking you in with a deeper, progressive feel: Mason, East & Young, Jeremy Olander and Rank 1, Nic Chagall & Wippenberg all get the Dusk Till Doorn treatment. Disc 2’s mix is layered with big room anthems from the likes of Ummet Ozcan, 4 Strings, Jon O’Bir and Arty, leaving you breathless and showing once again why Sander is one of the biggest DJs in the world.
Sander commented: "Dusk Till Doorn is a night that was dreamt up a while ago, and to be releasing my first Dusk Till Doorn compilation now feels amazing. The club night is now firmly established globally, so with this compilation I’ve tried to condense into two mixes what happens over the course of a Dusk Till Doorn night. I had a lot of fun mixing this and I’m really proud of the album and of Dusk Till Doorn as a whole. The fans have been asking me for a while when there will be an album to accompany the night – well here it is! I hope you enjoy it…"
Sander van Doorn “Dusk Till Doorn” – Released Globally 16th August 2010 (Doorn Records)
01. Gareth Emery feat. Lucy Saunders – Sanctuary (Club Mix) [Garuda]
02. Shogun feat. Emma Lock – Imprisoned [S107] [Future Favorite]
03. ID
04. ID
05. ID
06. Lange feat. Alexander Klaus – Strong Believer (Beat Service Sundown Mix) [Maelstrom]
07. TyDi feat. Audrey Gallagher – Calling [Armada]
08. Alexander Popov – Revolution In You (Strings Mix) [Armind]
09. Dido – Everything To Lose (Armin van Buuren Remix) [Sony BMG]
10. Daniel Kandi – Symphonica [Streamlined] [Tune Of The Week]
11. Lemon & Einar K – Felicity [A State Of Trance]
12. Super8 & Tab feat. Jan Burton – Mercy (Dub) [Anjunabeats]
13. Tritonal – Driftoff [Air Up There]
14. ID
15. Richard Durand feat. Christian Burns – Night & Day [Magik Muzik]
16. Sied van Riel & Ummet Ozcan – Serendipity [Liquid]
17. Jorn van Deynhoven & Temple One – Halo (Jorn van Deynhoven Mix) [A State Of Trance]
18. Gary Heaney – Zegema Beach [Liquid]
19. Onova – Timotey [Monster Tunes]
20. John O’Callaghan vs. Neptune Project – Rhea [Subculture]
21. W&W – Alpha [Captivating]
Get your diaries at the ready – Fedde le Grand is about to demolish your summer schedule with a thundering display of international dance floor devastation as his Takeover parties roll into action this summer.
With tailor-made lighting production, live acts and the man himself at the helm, the tour has been designed with one thing in mind – to give you something you’ve never seen before, and in super GRAND style be part of the special Fedde le Grand Takeover Experience.
“This is what I’ve always wanted to do,” said le Grand. “This is my party, my music, my collective of artists, my idea of how everything should work together so I’m going to push it to the very limits – I’m going to take over everything. I’ll be at the heart of everything, building a night that will take you on a musical journey with me, my guests and the amazing production we build around us.”
The Takeover Tour includes exclusive dates at Pacha in Ibiza, a quarterly residency at London’s flagship super-club Ministry of Sound and this weekend’s hotly anticipated appearance at the world’s biggest dance party, Germany’s Loveparade – where Fedde’s float will join forces withBeatport to assume control of the parade before heading to the main stage and then on to headline 1live Radio’s official after party.
You’ll also be able to catch Takeovers on the main stages of international festivals including Street Parade Zurich, Dance Parade Belgium, Mystery Land, Electric Daisy Carnival in LA, Electric Zoo NYC, Loveland, Sea of Love and worldwide Global Gatherings. Clubs dates across Europe have already been confirmed in France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Greece, Croatia, Romania, Hungary, Turkey and lots more.
With visual wizardry courtesy of the vlight.to VJ team, MC Gee whipping crowds into a frenzy and international DJ talent hand-picked by Fedde to provide the ultimate in A-list support, Fedde le Grand Takeover Tour 2010 looks set to be one of the highlights of the international clubland calendar – make sure you’re part of it!
The latest Pryda Friends release comes from Chicago-based legend Felix da Housecat, and features an additional remix from label boss Eric Prydz. Confidently called ‘Thee Anthem,’ it has all the ingredients needed for a huge hit. You may be surprised this is a Felix da Housecat track, as it has a fresh melodic sound, but it’s no surprise that the song is already being hammered by Swedish House Mafia, Pete Tong and many others.
The number 1 DJ in Russia and 16th on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJ list, Bobina, drops the 5th installment of his Russia Goes Clubbing podcast.
Bobina’s monthly podcast that was launched back in March is taken from his weekly Russia Goes Clubbing on DFM 101.2, a Moscow based radio show that draws in 10 + million listeners.
This month’s Russia Goes Clubbing podcast features tracks from the likes of Armin van Buuren, Johan Gielen, Leon Bolier, Marco V, Sied van Riel, and Lange (who’s just launched his artist album ‘Harmonic Motion’ on Maelstrom Records).
MILPITAS, Calif., Jul 20, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — SanDisk Corporation (SNDK41.43, -0.36, -0.86%), the global leader in flash memory cards, today announced that it is partnering with Tiesto, the world’s No.1 DJ, to create a crowd-sourced music video using mobile phone footage from concert audiences around the world(1). Consumers who attend Tiesto concerts can contribute footage from the events, and customers who purchase specially marked SanDisk microSDHC(TM) cards can download exclusive tracks created by Tiesto for his “What’s Next” virtual mix CD.
SanDisk will sponsor select Tiesto concerts throughout North America and Europe. During each event, the audience will be encouraged to record their concert experience using mobile phones while Tiesto performs a track from the exclusive mix offered to SanDisk customers. Concert-goers can upload their footage to www.wakeupyourphone.com/tiesto, and later Tiesto will select his favorite fan-generated clips for use in the track’s official music video.
“Tiesto’s concert audiences are going to help create a professional music video shot using mobile phones,” said Bob O’Keefe, vice president, retail marketing, SanDisk. “Consumers are already taking mobile videos every day, and SanDisk is giving Tiesto’s fans the opportunity to showcase the power of today’s handsets.”
Smartphones do more than place calls; they serve as mobile offices, music players, movie theaters, cameras and camcorders, GPS devices and gateways to the mobile Internet. These features produce large files that can quickly fill a phone’s onboard storage capacity. SanDisk microSDHC cards provide consumers with maximum freedom and flexibility in how they create and distribute content, letting them enjoy their mobile phones without worrying about running out of storage.
“I love the way technology is evolving. It’s amazing that SanDisk is the little memory card inside all of those phones and cameras every night,” said Tiesto. “Everyone is a photographer and movie maker, and it’s all happening in real time.”
Download Exclusive Tiesto Content
SanDisk is also making available premium Tiesto content for download fromwww.wakeupyourphone.com/tiesto; Tiesto’s “Whats Next” mix contains five exclusive tracks and an extended mix. SanDisk is offering the content without charge to all customers who purchase a specially marked SanDisk microSDHC card*. The cards are available now in Europe, and will be available in North America starting in the fall.
Now that the summer is officially in full swing, the 2010 edition of Electric Zoo is right around the corner and ready to provide the Big Apple with another dose of musical mayhem. The 26 acres of lush greenery and stunning water views of Randall’s Island Park provide the backdrop for New York’s premier destination for electronic music over Labor Day weekend, September 4th & 5th, 2010. With each passing day, not only does anticipation grow but the already massive collection of DJs, producers, and live acts scheduled to perform gets bigger, better and more diverse.
This year’s final festival lineup will include additions from electronic music pioneer Moby playing a rare Main Stage DJ set on Sunday. Other notable additions include New York’s favorite resident DJ Boris, veteran German trance duo Cosmic Gate, the U.S. debut from Italian techno wonder Dusty Kid, new school trance heavyweight Glenn Morrison, Dutch electro/trance superstar Sander van Doorn, and Colorado dance/rock outfit Savoy.
On Saturday, the Main Stage will be headlined by The Chemical Brothers on the heels of their latest release Further, Italian electro favorite Benny Bennasi, German trance king ATB, and dancehall bangers Major Lazer. On Sunday, Armin van Buuren returns for a headlining set on the eve of his new artist album Mirage, along with Moby, Dutch house sensation Fedde Le Grand, and Berlin’s Boys Noize with his mutant techno sound.
The Hilltop Arena will be headlined by Grammy nominated artist, globally acclaimed DJ and perennial NYC favorite Paul van Dyk, along with prolific artist Kaskade supporting his sixth album, Dynasty, and UK trance trio Above & Beyond with their upcoming album Ajnunabeats Vol 8.
The Red Bull Music Academy Tent will feature Colorado’s self-publishing machine Pretty Lights and his electro organic cutting-edge party rocking beats and San Francisco’s freeform artist Bassnectar. Finally, the Sunday School Grove returns with its signature school buses, featuring techno innovator Richie Hawtin and Bedrock maestro John Digweed.
2-Day General Admission Passes are available now, but HURRY because prices go up on Thursday, July 8th at 12 midnight. VIP Upgrades are also available with optional parking. If you are 21+ and have purchased a general admission ticket,the VIP Upgrade will get you in through a separate VIP entrance, provide prime viewing of the main stage from the VIP bleachers or front row, as well as access to the VIP tented lounge with couches, table and chairs, separate food menu, and private cash bar featuring mixed drinks, beer and wine, and VIP-only deluxe air conditioned bathrooms. For tickets and information, go to: www.electriczoofestival.com.
Summer is here, so pack your best swimwear and experienceCamp Vegas – the ultimate summertime celebration of adult freedom. No place combines lavish pools, great music and exhilarating outdoor fun like Las Vegas, so take a great summer getaway and see what Camp Vegas is all about. You’ve never seen a summer camp like this!
Las Vegas has something for everyone all summer long, including great LGBT-specific pool parties. Every Sunday from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m., the Luxor will leave you “Tempted” at its pool and you can also spend a Sunday afternoon enjoying Sunkissed at Bare pool at The Mirage. On Wednesdays, be sure to check out “Kitty Dip” from 1 p.m – 6 p.m. at Tao Las Vegas, hosted by DJ Lisa Pittman.
Bare is also the home to some of Las Vegas’ sensational nightlife, thanks to a brand-new LGBT dance party – Eduardo Cordova’s “Heaven” on Saturday nights. The pool area is transformed into an outdoor nightclub featuring winged angels, cabanas and a clear dance floor over the pool. The Mirage is also home to Closet Sundays atThe Beatles Revolution Lounge starting at 10 p.m. This weekly event features music by DJ Relapse.
More fun can always be found at The Loop, the hub for LGBT clubs and bars just off the Las Vegas Strip on Paradise Road. Check out numerous alternative hotspots including Gipsy, Piranha Nightclub and 8 1/2 Ultra Lounge, and Freezone. On Tuesdays, Freezone offers Beer Bust for the girls, and Fridays, head to Gipsy for Girlspot. Saturday nights feature Candy Bar inside Krave.
This August, don’t miss Fabulous Las Vegas, a four-day LGBT Celebration highlighted by the sold-out Lady Gaga concert at MGM Grand Aug. 13. The hotels of MGM Resorts International will host a series of LGBT events Aug. 12-15 with various packages including Lady Gaga tickets that will be part of a weekend package. Other events slated for Fabulous include pool drink specials and happy hour at participating venues, a Lost ’80s concert at Mandalay Bay, Meet & Greet Happy Hour event at Border Grill at Mandalay Bay, Blackjack & Slot Tournament with the girls ofFantasy and the men of Thunder from Down Under, Cirque du Soleil cast pre-party and after-party, and more.
Jerry Cantrell from Alice in Chains and Scott Ian fromAnthrax have joined forces to create the newest Rock Club in Las Vegas. Located inside The Playground which also houses Crazy Horse III Strip Club(soon to be renamed due to litigation from Crazy Horse Too new owner, Story Here), ‘Dead Man’s Hand’ will be the newest of clubs to open in Sin City.
According to a press release, Dead Man’s Hand will not feature the standard Vegas trendy decor, snobby attitude and outlandish prices. Instead, Cantrell and Ian have designed Dead Man’s Hand with grit over glitz, providing customers great music, a cool atmosphere and affordable drinks. “We want this to be a place that we would want to hang out in,” Ian said in a statement. “There’s a huge segment of the music audience that likes to go out but doesn’t want to go to places that only play Lil’ Wayne and Lady Gaga and charge $750 for a bottle of vodka. We want to be the opposite of that.” It will become a moreViper Room-style rock club, from Hollywood.
Offering one or two house bands a month along with some of the best local talent, the ‘Dead Man’s Band’ is set to open to coincide with the World Series of Poker. The first event is scheduled for November 7th with System of a Down’s John Dolmayan and Friends host a party forBluff Magazine and the 200-capacity venue, which will house DJ’s in addition to live bands, will be rocking. Leaving live music equipment on stage for anyone to get up and play, this rock house should be a winner with Vegas locals. Cantrell and Ian are planning on putting together a house band, titled the Dead Man’s Band, with “sub-partners,” musicians from other well-known bands. Dead Man’s Band will not appear regularly at the club, “but when we’re all around we’ll get up and jam out a bunch of covers,” Ian said.
