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DJ, Producer, And Radio 1 Host Julio Bashmore Introduces New Label With “Au Seve”

Morganix — Sat, 19 May 2012 01:56:10 +0000

As a budding DJ and bedroom producer in South West England, Julio Bashmore began crafting house tracks with an old computer and a copy of Reason. Influenced by his love for bass music, hip-hop, and classic French house records from Daft Punk and Cassius, Bashmore honed in on a sound that has lead to some [...]

Check Out Confetti Filled Video For Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs’ “American Dream Part II”

Morganix — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:27:30 +0000

We shared the teaser for this a few days back as it looked really exciting. The full length visual is now here. The slow-motion intro with T.E.E.D. in full dinosaur inspired gear getting showered with metallic confetti does a great job of sucking you in. The subsequent dance party scene is still visually appealing but [...]

A Glimpse Into The Making Of The Leica M9-P ‘Edition Hermes’

Tyrone — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:58:17 +0000

Do not attempt to adjust your volume; that’s the sound of craftsmanship. As you listen closer, the sound begins to swell with each precision cut of ‘Veau Swift’ calfskin supplied by Hermès. Subtly leading the color way on this extraordinary piece of equipment, the beautiful grain leather is applied not only to the camera body, [...]

Watch Stand Out Performances From Sónar São Paulo 2012

Morganix — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:09:46 +0000

Ahhhh….the beauty of the web. Great to see the major festivals posting quality footage of performances. With ticket prices on the rise it’s not feasible for everyone to be able to afford a two or three day music binge. Last weekend a slew of music’s most exciting bands, DJs, and producers made their way to [...]

Watch Heartwarming New Video From Kindness

Morganix — Tue, 15 May 2012 22:04:41 +0000

Loving this new video from Kindness for the track “House” off his stellar album “World, You Need A Change Of Mind.” Really great concept. He and a new friend deconstruct the track, play around with a drum machine, share some thoughts on music, jam out, and have a dance party. Brilliant stuff. Enjoy. Photo: Ryan [...]

Fall In Love With “Hémisphère” From French Duo Paradis

Morganix — Tue, 15 May 2012 03:38:15 +0000

I dare you not to fall madly in love with the latest from French duo Paradis. After nearly a year they are set to release their second EP via Tim Sweeney’s Beats In Space label. “Hémisphère” is sex for the soul. Dreamy, sophisticated, and pulls at the heart strings in a big way. A new [...]

Re-Introducing Jeremih

Morganix — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:18:30 +0000

Although Chicago’s Jeremih may be a new name to many, he most certainly isn’t new to the game. You may be familiar with his radio hit “Birthday Sex” (2009). At the time that came out he was being touted as the next R. Kelly. He may have a similar skill set (song writer, singer, producer) [...]

Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs Shares Stunning Teaser For “American Dream Part II”

Morganix — Sun, 13 May 2012 07:42:34 +0000

Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs recently shared a glimpse of the stunning visual for “American Dream Part II” as we headed into the weekend. The full video is due to premier on May 17th. T.E.E.D.’s new album, “Trouble” is set to hit stores June 11th.

Para One Debuts Video For New Single “Lean On Me”

Morganix — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:09:44 +0000

Big support for this new material from Parisian producer and film maker Jean-Baptiste de Laubier (Para One). Our friend Todd Edwards (godfather of the UK Garage/2-Step sound) spent some time recently out in Paris with Para One and label mate Surkin. Sounds like some trade secrets were shared. No complaints here. “Lean On Me” is [...]

Detroit House/Techno Legend Theo Parrish Shares His Thoughts On Music And Technology

Morganix — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:41:27 +0000

Taken from digital music publication Slices, legendary Detroit House/Techno producer Theo Parrish waxes poetic on all things music and technology. From his love of shopping for records, DJing and crafting his sonic masterpieces. You won’t be seeing this guy setting up a laptop and Serato box at any gigs in the near future. Whether or [...]