Balance Selections Podcast

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @swann-decamme Psychedelic, intoxicating, and unique grooves that surprise and transport. These are the main ingredients of the growing success of Swann Decamme Founder of the Parisian label Curiosity Music, this French DJ and producer shines with a tech house to minimal style, and a pronounced taste for hypnotic loops and sound waves.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @deborahdelucadj Widely acknowledged as one of the most prominent flag-bearers for Techno globally and a regular fixture inside the world’s most distinguished DJ booths, Deborah De Luca has the unique ability to transfix crowds with her electrically charged, technically nuanced sets, fusing hard techno with minimal grooves, and melodic soundscapes, to absorbing effect.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @furcoatmusic Hailing originally from Venezuela, Fur Coat have been heavily influenced by their exploration in Europe over the past decade, developing their sound from their Spanish base in Barcelona. Their story is one of passion for techno and electronic music, it’s a tale of deep, dark driven beats, and rolling grooves that both encapsulate the mind, and move the feet. It was this love of music that in 2004 brought Sergio Muñoz and Israel Sunshine together and led to a musical intertwining which would drape itself over the shoulders of the music industry.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @gregortresher In the trend-driven universe of electronic dance music, Gregor Tresher is the rare artist who transcends such cycles. His secret? A relentless focus on melody and timbre, timeless musical elements that other producers often undervalue. Just as a painting or a photograph appears to move if one stares at it long enough, close listening to the stratified grooves and melodies in Tresher's music reveals an organic universe of shifting sound.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @wehbba Hailing from Brazil’s main techno hub, São Paulo, Wehbba has long been considered one of the country’s premiere electronic music producers and DJs, with regular appearances on labels like Kompakt, Soma, Systematic, 2020Vision, and Tronic. And, now, he unveils his long-awaited first album Straight Lines and Sharp Corners on Drumcode. This expertly configured montage of instrumental offerings not only showcase Wehbba’s refined skill set in the studio but also proposes an immersive conceptual study that echoes a tenacious dedication to his craft. Wehbba’s evolution as an artist and his desire to champion what resonates with him rather than faddish trends, have contributed to his artistic vibrancy and defined his production output over the course of his decade-long career.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @doc_records If you had to choose just one driving force behind the rise of Brazilian electronic music in the past 15 years, it would be difficult to look beyond the genius of Gui Boratto. A pioneer in the art of production and live performance, Boratto is at the heart of the electronic scene in Brazil with an influence that reaches across the globe. With 5 full-length albums to his name, frequent high-profile remix and production credits - Massive Attack, Bomb the Bass, Pet Shop Boys, Goldfrapp, Moby, Paul Simon amongst others – and an innovative live show that sees him tour iconic venues across the globe each year, Boratto has firmly established himself as Brazil’s biggest electronic music export. And, on a more serious note, we recognize that with the constantly changing Coronavirus situation around the world, this is an unprecedented time of uncertainty for everyone, but, there is one thing that is for certain, and that is, the music will not stop… During this time of social distancing, we continue to spread good vibes, and positivity through music, and, you have our commitment in providing you with the very best artists that electronic scene has to offer… So, for now, take care, kick back, and enjoy this exclusive live set from Gui Boratto…

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For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @deathonthebalcony For some time now, the combined forces of Mark Caramelli & Paul Hargreaves have been causing quite a stir under their guise, Death on the Balcony. The duo’s style fuses a range of influences from Disco through to House, & Deep Techno depending on the time, space and environment. Years of dedicated musical passion and an appreciation of numerous genres have led to their sound receiving popularity across the board... Death on the Balcony’s release schedule is continually active with them releasing & remixing for the likes of All Day I Dream, Kindisch, Anjunadeep, Do Not Sit, Akbal Music, & many more... Whether it’s disco inflected fuel or emotive house & techno rhythms, these eclectically deft producers will juxtapose anything they lay their hands upon, mixing the beat of the drum, with the melodic buzz of a hazy brain! As their range of musicality continues to evolve they consistently deliver a unique, well-timed narrative of the best sounds around...

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @dubfire From global success in the commercial domain, to equal accomplishments within the underground scene, Dubfire (aka Ali Shirazinia) is an artist whose drive, talent, and intuition have placed him in the top tier of electronic music artists in the world. He maintains this position within the industry with an unrelenting work ethic and a determination to innovate, evolve, and entertain. Whether it’s his involvement with Deep Dish, his solo performances at an extensive list of the world’s most influential clubs and festivals, his dubfire:live HYBRID show, running his label SCI+TEC, or simply his exploration of audio and visual technology, Dubfire is in a class of his own.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @alanfitzpatrick Already a universally respected DJ and producer, there can be no doubting Alan Fitzpatrick’s position, as one of the most influential electronic artists of the moment. Highlighted by another series of head-turning productions and DJ sets over the last twelve months, the Englishman’s profile continues to transition rapidly from the techno underground to the electronic music main stage, attracting significant attention from BBC Radio 1, Mixmag, and Resident Advisor, and elevating him to the position of global headliner. He has also succeeded in carving out his own musical niche within the ever-expanding genre of techno, earning him the reputation of a seemingly unstoppable source of hit music, and his latest track, an update of the classic Patrice Rushen classic ‘Haven’t You Heard’ on FFRR Records, is set to become his biggest yet… Whether it be his own productions, or DJ sets, Alan Fitzpatrick knows how to move your mind, body, and soul…

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @oonadahl The past decade has seen Öona Dahl solidify her status as one of underground dance music's most refreshing artists. As a producer, she has steadily built her repertoire, with a penchant for experimentation that's guided by an innate understanding of what makes a great song. Punctuating those musical attributes, her debut album “Holograma" on the Hallucienda label, further revealed the emergence of a songwriter hinting at influences ranging from the ambient vocal stylings of This Mortal Coil, to the electronica offerings of Bjork, without ever sounding like anything other than herself. Öona Dahl continues to develop her versatility as both producer, and DJ by effortlessly weaving through electronica, ambience, and cosmic warehouse grooves.

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @victorruiz For quite a few years now, Victor Ruiz has been known for his high quality productions, which has made him a highly sought after artist in the Techno scene. His “unofficial edits” of classic songs, are a huge part of Victor’s performances, with the most popular being “Breathe” by The Prodigy, “Children” from Robert Miles, “Everything Counts” from Depeche Mode (in collaboration with Thomas Schumacher), and his latest edit of “Teardrop” from Massive Attack. Apart from remixing the biggest names in the electronic music, such as MOBY, Stephan Bodzin, and Dubfire, he has reached the #1 position on the Beatport charts, with his own signature peak time melodic sound. As a result of this success, the Brazilian born Berlin-based producer has been touring all around the world, from big festivals to intimate clubs, and judging by his performances and productions, he injects pure love with everything he does.

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @deemontero Dee Montero, The Belfast-born house-head, has gone from listening to mix-tapes and digging in vinyl crates to becoming a global music selector – supported by some of the industry’s biggest players from Lee Burridge, and Behrouz, to Tale of Us. At the end of 2017, he received his biggest accolade yet: Pete Tong’s Essential Tune of The Year on BBC Radio One, for the string-fueled, epic end-of-nighter ‘Halcyon’, which was released on Solomun’s acclaimed Diynamic imprint. Dee has also performed several times at Burning Man for Robot Heart, and Carl Cox’s Playground stage, along with massive gigs at Hï with Joris Voorn and Nic Fanciulli in Ibiza. With releases on quality labels such as All Day I Dream, Ajunadeep, and Knee Deep in Sound, the ‘Halcyon’ days are here: and Dee is just getting started.

For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au In just a few years, Josh Butler has firmly established himself as one of house music's most revered talents. Following the unexpected success behind his debut ‘Got A Feeling’ in 2013, Josh soon went on to pick up multiple industry awards from Beatport and DJ Mag, whilst releasing on Cajual, Madtech, VIVa and Noir, to name just a few. Boasting remixes for Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, and Joris Voorn, warming up for the multi-grammy award winning Nile Rodgers and Chic, and EPs on Rejected, Defected, Poker Flat, and 8Bit, it’s easy to see why his diary has seen him tour the globe. This includes numerous Ibiza residencies and festival sets including Glastonbury, SW4, Defected Croatia, and Parklife, and now he is set for his annual return to Australia and New Zealand in early 2020… It’s clear to see that Josh Butler is showing no signs of slowing down.

Both as a DJ, and a producer, Sidney favours rough, dirty sounds that defined the old school pioneers, but, with a modern, full, and punchy approach, and with this style, has seen him play numerous times at DC10 Circo Loco, and Do Not Sleep events. His signature releases ‘House Lessons’, and ‘Warehouse Romance’ established his heavy house sound early on, and since then, the artist has released irresistible rhythms on key labels such as Truesoul, Hot Creations, and Saved. His upfront, dark, hard hitting take on house will definitely make you move, and this mix for Balance Selections is no exception… For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Interview & Tracklist: https://balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f @hoj For over two decades, Hoj has delivered cinematic sets filled with deep house landscapes. Born in Iran, and raised in the USA, his passion is undeniable, a point which definitely resonates with his global audience.

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Interview & Tracklist: balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f @matter Melbourne’s Matty Doyle aka Matter, can rightly be considered a veteran of the Australian scene. It makes sense that his productions have been signed to labels including Proton Music, Joof, Aura, and Replug, with the purist nature of his tracks being tailor-made for those imprints. His passion goes deeper than just a love for music, and his philosophy, is one that understands that sound is spiritually connected to the bigger picture of life, as a whole. For the last 5 years, he has been producing dance floor weapons alongside another Melbourne native, GMJ. For proof, check their new release 'Emerge' on Balance Music, alongside fellow Australian producer Funkform. The two-track EP is designed to ignite any dancefloor. Over the next 60 minutes, indulge yourself in the celestial sounds of Matter.

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Interview & Tracklist: balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f @shaunreeves Shaun Reeves is an internationally-acclaimed DJ, producer, and label owner, and alongside best friends Ryan Crosson, Lee Curtiss, and Seth Troxler, they formed Visionquest, a genre-busting DJ collective, and live act, that also turned into a record label of the same name. Since his move to Berlin, Shaun Reeves has been enthralling audiences in the world’s most revered clubs on both sides of the Atlantic, with a highly distinctive mixture of house and techno. The last few years have seen Shaun blossom in the studio with releases on Wolf+Lamb, Crosstown Rebels, RauM Musik, and more... For the next hour, he is in fine form with a very engaging and highly contemporary mix of electronic dance music.

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Interview & Tracklist: balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f @djnitin With two decades of experience within the house and techno industry, Nitin Kalyan’s depth of knowledge, and work ethic is second to none. The Canadian artist has not only established himself as a highly-skilled and polished DJ, but he also runs the esteemed No.19 record label alongside Art Department’s Jonny White. On the production front, he has released a string of releases, including EPs on his own imprint No.19, along with signings to My Favourite Robot, and Definitive Records. Over the next hour, you will hear the sound of an artist at the top of his game with a fine selection of house and techno…

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Interview & Tracklist: balancemusic.com.au/podcast/?v=6cc98ba2045f @powel An expert at creating harmonious illusions of sound, Germany’s POWEL produces music which threads natural elegance, with tasteful patience. He continually explores this duality in sounds, not only throughout his deep discography, but in his performances around the world. Famously, this includes annual pilgrimages to Burning Man to play atop the Robot Heart bus, a journey he has been doing since 2016. Alongside his work with crews including All Day I Dream, Sol Selectas, and Do Not Sit on the Furniture, he recently added Balance Music to his impressive resume, being the first artist to be featured on our new Dawn Till Dusk imprint, with a stylish 5-track EP that perfectly sets the tone for what the label represents. On this Balance Selections podcast, Powel effortlessly showcases that his production skills are easily matched by his expert track selection to deliver a deep and engaging mix…

American producer/DJ Butane is no stranger to the underground dance music scene. He boasts an impressive discography released on some of the most highly regarded labels in the business, from Crosstown Rebels to Get Physical to Dubfire’s Sci+Tec. As a label owner, he’s the founder of three influential underground dance music imprints of his own: Alphahouse, Little Helpers, and his new Extrasketch project. His recent rework of Uone’s ‘Karnival Dreams’, showcased his engineering skills with a remix that was dancefloor-friendly and cerebral at the same time. Ahead of his Australian return to perform at the upcoming Chi Wow Wah Town Festival, the time felt right to get the scene veteran to host a Balance Selections mix. @butane For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Joe Miller is an English-born beatmonger, influenced in equal measure by heaving clubs, and the earthy melancholy of forests. He grew up in Australia, where he learned to craft sets that are whimsical and left-field, evoking a sense of place. In 2013 he delivered us one of the most exquisite mixes you will ever find, a beautiful pastiche of tracks new and old expertly weaved together. Since then Joe has released music on labels ranging from All Day I Dream (alongside Jamie Stevens) to Manual Music and much more. Make sure to watch out for his upcoming release on our own Dawn Till Dusk imprint. As expected, Joe’s mix is an adventurous 44 track narrative that will keep you hooked from start to finish. @Joe-miller For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Earlier this year Stereo Underground released his debut album ‘The Art of Silence’, through Balance Music. It was an 11-track journey exploring ambient, progressive, and deep techno. The album received wide-spread media attention, with the highly regarded Progressive Sounds calling it ‘aural meditation’. He even broke new ground with his custom-built ‘Space Controller’, a unique MIDI device designed to control every aspect of his live performance. All of this has really highlighted just why Stereo Underground is so highly revered in his home country, and the passionate creative also dedicates his time to teaching music production through his popular BPM College. With his years of experience, this DJ/Producer has crafted a special mix, which will stand the test of time. @stereoundergroundmusic For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! Gab Rhome has an innate sense of rhythm, emotion, and groove. Both as a producer, and as a DJ, the Montreal artist sparks an unavoidable connection with the soul, whilst conveying exceptional personal style, and a sense of fun. Since launching in 2013, the 28-year old’s career has taken off, with releases on All Day I Dream, Anjunadeep, Last Night on Earth, and Kindisch, and over the last few years he has consistently toured the world playing at festivals like Burning Man, Tomorrowland, and Nocturnal Wonderland, not to mention the various label showcases that feature his own productions. Gab Rhome seeks to maintain artistic credibility without losing touch of the dancefloor, and on this mix for Balance Selections the French-Canadian stays true to that ethos, delivering a percussion-centric, dreamy deep house vibe… @gabrhome For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

With over 15 years of experience working in event promotions, Nicko is no stranger to the world of electronic dance music. In particular, he has been honing his skills at Barcelona venue LaTerrrazza for the last 13 years, where he has been a DJ resident, and an event manager. With that in mind, the impact he’s had on the international scene in such a short time, makes even more sense - and with music already released on Hope Recordings, and Global Underground, you can expect the Argentinian born artist to make an even bigger splash in the not too distant future. With a diverse range of up and coming acts like Damon Jee, and Cooper Saver, alongside more established artists such as Frankey & Sandrino, Robag Wruhme, and Will Saul, this is a mix, that is not to be missed. For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @nicko_izzo

An artist blessed with innumerable musical gifts, Eli Nissan, has been at the centre of Tel Aviv’s creative hub for well over two decades, as a DJ, musician, and producer. Israel is home to some of underground dance music's most exciting talents, and Eli is the latest artist to emerge from a production line that includes Guy Mantzur, Khen, Guy J, and Stereo Underground. Eli Nissan’s work in the studio delights, and astounds in equal measure, with his productions having featured on labels such as Lost & Found, Plattenbank, and Guy Gerber’s Rumours… The pursuit for musical excellence, and striking originality, sees Eli at the brink of a bright, and exciting future, so on this mix for Balance Selections, you know we’re in for a deep, and flowing musical journey… For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @eli-nissan

Like the mix? Please click the ▶︎Repost◀︎ button so more people can hear it! The 100th edition of Balance Selections features one of the world’s finest DJ and producers; Guy J, who arguably is the leader of a whole new generation of progressive music fans, and his label Lost & Found keeps redefining the genre through consistently amazing releases, so you definitely cannot discuss the state of progressive electronic music, without mentioning the Israeli maestro. In 2013, his Balance Presents compilation was a statement from an artist on the rise, and six years later he has kept up that momentum to become one of the world’s most popular electronic music artists. On this mix Guy J features productions from the likes of Frankey & Sandrino, Guy Mantzur, Brian Cid, and of course a few tracks, and edits from the legend himself. With Balance Selections we’ve been privileged to release some fantastic DJ mixes over the years, and we thank you for your support, and hope that you enjoy this milestone mix as much as we do… For more: www.balancemusic.com.au @guy-j

The German artist from Bremen likes to inject a sense of fun into everything she does, even her DJ name is loosely taken from the English words ‘be better’. Her famous live session, ‘Bebetta in Bed’, sees her live streaming in her pyjamas from her bed alongside guest acts like Super Flu and Florian Kruse. The majority of her productions can be found on the Monaberry label, but you will also find her work on Get Physical, Sincopat, and Anjunadeep. Her productions are full of inventive ideas, hook-laden melodies, and lush chords, it’s easy to see why her music resonate with such respected imprints. On this Balance Selections mix, Bebetta shines once again, with a colourful selection of tracks that serves as a natural extension of her personality. For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @bebetta

The North American scene has had a massive resurgence, and Tara Brooks has cemented her place at the forefront. Having become one of the new breed of iconic DJs, she inhabits that musical place where dark, and light intertwine, finding a niche where she can express herself creatively. From being announced as Desert Hearts, and Subtract Music’s newest resident, to playing at festivals like Rainbow Serpent in Australia, and Envision in Costa Rica, the California-native’s sound is finding favour in all corners of the globe. Her music is signed to the some of the world’s best labels, with everyone from Bedrock, to Get Physical, to Katermukke signing her productions. If you are into deep grooves, hypnotic rhythms, and haunting melodies, then you are in for treat, Tara’s Balance Selections mix is a perfect document of an artist in full control. For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @tarabrooksmusic

DJ, producer, radio broadcaster, label owner, mentor, and mother, Anja Schneider continues to create, reinvent, and reinvigorate. After co-founding, and running Mobilee Records for just over a decade, a new chapter began for the German native when she moved on from Mobilee to start a new label by the name of Sous Music. Her skills as a talent scout are highly regarded, and in her time at Mobilee she played a pivotal role in nurturing a roster of artists that included Pan-Pot, Sebo K, Rodriguez Jr., and Kevin Over. She is also one of Germany’s most popular radio personalities, and during the years 2000 to 2017, she hosted the weekly show ‘Dance Under The Blue Moon’, Berlin’s longest-running underground dance music radio show on Fritz FM. Since then, she has moved on to one of Berlin’s largest broadcasters, Eins FM, to host a new show every Friday night called the ‘Club Room’. Anja Schneider is up there as one of the scene’s most decorated artists, and ahead of her first Australian tour in a decade, this Balance Selections mix proves why she is so highly revered… For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @anjaschneider

The Berlin based Iranian DJ, producer, and ‘Ubersee Music’ label figurehead has had a number of heavyweight releases throughout the years on labels such as ‘Kompakt’, ‘Systematic Recordings’, and ‘Kling Klong’, and his ascendance to relevancy was finally confirmed, when his ground-breaking album 'Letting Go', hit the number one spot on Beatport towards the end of 2018. The lead single, a collaboration with Ruede Hagelstein, was widely regarded as one of last year's best tracks, with Joris Voorn, Guy J, Adriatique, and Bebetta, all featuring it in their charts. Namito continues to go from strength-to-strength, with his latest production 'Stone Flower', set to be released on the Sol Selectas imprint next week. The track has already been tried, and tested at several high-profile festivals by some of the world’s leading DJs, which by all accounts looks set to be another big release in 2019… For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au @namito

Italy’s Luca Bacchetti has in some shape or form been involved in the music industry since 1992. His experience is evident in the professionalism, and unique sound that he pushes. His earlier EP releases on labels like Tenax, Wagon Repair, and Ovum, have led to signings for other quality imprints that include Crosstown Rebels, All Day I Dream, and Bedrock. In 2013 Luca started his own label, and created the now highly respected ENDLESS Recordings, which boasts tracks from buzz artist like Trikk, Eagles & Butterflies, Love Over Entropy, and, of course, there are releases from Bacchetti himself. As a DJ, he is also a renowned selector, and has played in over 80 countries at the world’s best clubs, and festivals such as Burning Man, Panorama Bar, and fabric.This coming September Bacchetti will release his debut LP ‘Secret World’ on his own imprint, alongside several remixes, and two new EPs, with one of them being released on the Japanese label Endless Flight. On this mix for Balance, Bacchetti delivers a contemporary soundscape of house, and techno that takes in Damon Jee, Jimi Jules, Lauer and more. For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

Following in the footsteps of fellow countryman Roy Rosenfeld, who did the most recent Balance Selections mix, we welcome yet another established producer from Israel. An illustrious career stretching over two decades has seen, Chico Shuella, become one of Israel’s most respected and sought after DJs and producers. Operating under his Chicola production moniker, he has transformed the underground house scene in his homeland while making giant strides on a global scale. He is a skilled DJ, and producer, with well over dozen productions to his name releasing on labels such as Sudbeat, Microcastle, Plattenbank, Selador, and Lost & Found. It was also Guy J’s label where he released his debut full-length album, ‘Could Heaven Be’, containing 12-tracks, which explored progressive, dub, and techno soundscapes... Chicola’s Balance Selections mix features three of his own unreleased productions, alongside Balance Music artists Brian Cid, and Stereo Underground, and there can be no doubt that this mix will enhance his reputation as one of the scene’s unsung heroes… For interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au

Read the interview https://www.balancemusic.com.au/podcast/balance-selections-093-roy-rosenfeld/ Roy Rosenfeld is DJ/producer who is part of a long line of esteemed artists to hail from Israel. He started his career playing in small bars before working his way up to bigger dance clubs, and outdoor festivals around his home country. These days, with bookings from all around the world, Roy can truly call himself a global citizen... This is in no doubt due to his beautiful and emotive sounds, which has seen him sign with a wide variety of record labels including All Day I Dream, Lost & Found, and Systematic. And, who can forget one of 2015’s greatest anthems, ’Epika’, a co-production with Guy Mantzur released on the highly regarded German label Kompakt. You will also find his productions from those labels, alongside artists like Lee Burridge, Khen, and Sebastien Leger on this Balance Selections mix. With many high charting tracks, and collaborations with some of the worlds most respected electronic music artists, you know you will be in good hands with Roy Rosenfeld. For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

With releases on labels such as Rebellion, Crosstown Rebels and Saved, Alex Kennon is a name you've probably encountered by now. Alex’s brand of rolling house and techno has seen him travel the world from Europe to North America and across to Brazil. Alex is also no stranger to the clubs in his home base of Ibiza, where he can regularly be seen playing at Ushuaia, Pacha, Destino, and Privilege. It was also here during the 2018 DJ Awards that he won the title of ‘Best Breakthrough DJ’, which was an important acknowledgement from within the industry... On this Balance Selections mix, Alex features tracks, and remixes from the likes of Richy Ahmed, Henrik Schwarz, Anja Schneider, and Spektrum, alongside some of his own productions… For more info: www.balancemusic.com.au

D-Nox is an internationally renowned performer, respected by DJs, and clubbers alike for his highly creative, and innovative sets. The style of his DJ sets varies through progressive and tech house while incorporating aspects of techno, and trance. His skill with the turntables, excellent choice of tracks, and unique charisma combine to provide an exceptional experience. Aside from DJing, D-Nox is head of the Sprout and Plastik Park record labels with many of these releases finding their way into the playlists of top-class DJs, such as John Digweed, and Pete Tong, amongst many others. And then of course who can forget his work alongside Frank Beckers, under their D-Nox & Beckers moniker, a name that is synonymous with many of the scene’s classic tracks. The German will be in Australia in the coming weeks for the Enchanted Gardens party in Melbourne, which follows a highly-talked about set at the past Rainbow Serpent Festival. It’s been a long time coming, but we finally have D-Nox on board for a Balance Selections mix… Interview and tracklist: www.balancemusic.com.au

An uncompromising passion for a contemporary, cutting edge sound is what Cid Inc brings to electronic music. Swedish producer Henri aka Cid Inc began his journey into music production in the early 1990s. Based in his home of Sweden, and soon after relocating to Finland, Cid Inc always had an affinity for cutting edge electronics. It’s an enthusiasm that ultimately led him to electronic dance music - and more specifically, house and techno. Henri always aimed for an innovative approach to his studio work and it was that very trait that led to the birth of Mashtronic in 2004. But, it was the formation of Cid Inc in 2008 which really saw his career go into overdrive, a moniker which has seen him release on the world’s best labels, which includes Anjunadeep, Lost & Found, microCastle, Natura Sonoris and, Sudbeat. Not only is his production skill respected, but, his skills as a mastering engineer is sought after by some of the most widely regarded producers, such as Christian Smith, Pig&Dan, Guy J, and Herman Cattaneo. In 2018 the producer had several Beatport charts success which saw him play worldwide, and in April it will be Australia’s turn for another visit when he returns exclusively for the highly anticipated Enchanted Gardens Party in Melbourne alongside D-Nox, Einmusik, and past Balance Selections compiler, Quivver. Featuring tracks from Wehhba, Eagles & Butterflies, Sasha & Kolsch, you know Cid Inc’s Balance Selections mix will be essential listening... For interview & tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au Soundcloud: @cid-inc Facebook: www.facebook.com/CidInc

Luka Sambe’s musical universe is an enlightening place, where a diverse palette has filled his sonic journey with innovative creations. Discovering house music was a life-altering moment for the Australian artist; its adrenaline and poignant spectrum changed him forever moving forward. In a career highlighted by releases on Lost & Found Records and long-standing German imprint Traum Schallplatten, the Guy J favourite has now carved out a unique place in the electronic underground. For Luka music has always been about telling a story, one that captivates on various planes yet translates well on a dance floor. His ability to capture emotion comes from a very honest place, it resonates through his music, making each creation more anticipated than the last. For more info and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au Soundcloud: @luka-sambe Facebook: www.facebook.com/lukasambemusic

Sydney-based artist Made in Paris is most certainly one of techno’s most promising rising stars. The DJ, producer and record label owner, has earned a sterling reputation in her short spanning career, boasting a resume that holds guest mixes on BBC Radio 1, Mixmag, and Triple J’s Mix Up. A creative visionary in her own right, her original productions released under Motorik! and Unknown Record Label have garnered support from industry icons such as Richie Hawtin and Oliver Schories. Having spent recent months touring nationally and even in the United States, Made In Paris gears up to play sets at Pitch Music & Arts and Days Like This Festival on Saturday 9th of March. For more info and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au Soundcloud: @made-in-paris Facebook: www.facebook.com/MadeinParisMusic

Those who have been in and around the dance music scene for any given amount of time, have definitely come across the name of Kasey Taylor. Not only did he compile the second Balance Series compilation, but to date, his career resume is an impressive read, ticking off gigs and residencies at almost every big show and club in his native Melbourne, before he moved to Portugal for a ten-year stint which included shows across the globe. Now in his 32nd year of DJing, Kasey’s career began in earnest in 1996 when he managed to impress John Digweed during a warm-up set leading him to invite Kasey to play at his monthly Bedrock night at Heaven in London. For over two decades Kasey has had the luxury of releasing music on his label ‘Vapour Recordings’, which is 150 releases deep. In 2004 Kasey started eVapour8, the first release going on to become number 1 on the Beatport Techno charts for eight weeks and number 1 on the main charts for a month. After taking some personal time away from the scene and a four-year break from running Vapour Recordings, the label has just been rebranded along with a new website which will be relaunched around mid-2019. As if he isn’t busy enough, after moving to Australia in 2013 he started a new label Lo-Fi 45, and it is already showing signs of treading the same successful path of his previous imprints. The label has a focus on new and exciting talent, which sees Taylor taking on more of a mentor role too, by signing promising locals like Lask and Peruw, seeing them sit alongside productions from seasoned producers like Jamie Stevens and Kasey himself. Kasey is currently in the studio whipping up lots of new releases for Vapour Recordings and remixes for Lo-Fi-45. Watch out for new material which should be released very soon. Kasey’s Vapourized podcast will also be back in 2019 with a rebrand and fresh new look. At Rainbow Serpent festival this year Kasey was booked to play on the Market Stage to an appreciative crowd of thousands. If you missed the set or would like to relive the moment, sit back and press play, we have the full two-hour recording for your entertainment. It was not only a special set for the many who witnessed it, but it was also a watershed moment for Kasey himself: ‘My podcast for Balance is my recent set from Rainbow Serpent Festival. It’s been a while since I played on Market Stage and it was awesome of Rainbow Serpent to give me a cracker time to announce my comeback after a break for 2/3 years for personal reasons. I put a lot of love and threw everything at this one and it was a bit different to what people expected I think, in a good way. It was a fantastic afternoon and the reception was incredible and I cant thank everyone enough who was there in support.’ Interview: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/podcast/balance-selections-087-kasey-taylor-live-at-rainbow-serpent-festival-2019/ Soundcloud: @kaseytaylor Facebook: www.facebook.com/kaseytaylorvapourrecords Instagram: www.instagram.com/kaseytaylor

Hailing from Melbourne Australia, GMJ is well known in the local & international progressive scene. With a passion for deep and emotive electronic music, and a love of spatial atmospheres and organic rhythms, GMJ melds a sonic palette that shifts, opens & expands to deeper states. The GMJ project has been received and supported worldwide by luminary artists such as Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, Nick Warren, Dave Seamen, Cid Inc, Dousk, Jeremy Olander, Gui Borato, Kasey Taylor, James Monroe and many more. (In 2016, GMJ was also nominated in the Progressive House section of Best of Beatport Awards.) His collaboration with fellow Melburnian producer Matter, has resulted in a spate of releases which have pushed their collective & individual sound to new heights. In short, he knows his way around a studio. Gavin also hosts the radio show ‘Future Memory’ on the first Friday of every month on Proton Radio, and another show ‘Simplifi’ on the third Friday of the month on Frisky. Sit back and enjoy the deep and lush sound of the progressive underground. Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-086-gmj/ Soundcloud: @gmj-fulcrum Facebook: www.facebook.com/gmjmusic

Robbie Lowe is undeniably one of Australia's finest and most influential DJ's for the past two decades. They say if you love what you do, do what you love, and he’s always out to better himself and his art. Robbie loves to DJ, openly pledging to play forever, a pledge that has been in effect for 25 years now. Good quality house music is what he loves to play. Robbie’s consistently a selector of superior, non-commercial electronic sounds and he is considered world class by fans and peers. His sets speak for themselves, and as a DJ, the Sydneysider maintains his presence amongst Australia’s electronic music artists as one of the best. Robbie Lowe is a gentleman and a special and incredibly talented DJ with a deep understanding of music. Interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-robbie-lowe/ Soundcloud: @robbielowe Facebook: www.facebook.com/djrobbielowe

Solvane's activities are moved by passion. Keeping his style versatile and emotional allowed him to play the big stages around the globe; from Burning Man Festival to Fusion, from European capitals like London, Paris and Istanbul to Australia, Asia and the USA. The connection to his chosen home Berlin is alive and kicking: he not only plays regularly at his Ritter Butzke residence but also has been creating tracks that have been supported by top league acts like Claptone, Kollektiv Turmstraße and Acid Pauli. In 2016 Solvane reached the Top 20 Electronica Charts on Beatport for the first time, and since then his tracks have been consistently honoured with top rankings. After several singles and EPs on labels like ‘Light My Fire’ and ‘Ritter Butzke Studio’, he moved on to Oliver Koletzki's label Stil vor Talent’. Sit back and familiarise yourself with a producer you will hear more frequently about as the months roll by. Solvane deals in smooth rolling house and techno with just the right amount of emotion, a feature that is highlighted in this excellent mix. Interview and tracklisting: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-084-solvane/ Soundcloud: @solvane Facebook: www.facebook.com/solvanemusic

We finish the year with a thumping techno mix from one of the rising stars of Melbourne’s thriving melodic techno scene. The Scottish-born Mha Iri has been turning heads with her uncompromising brand of techno which has seen her become a resident and regular at some of the city's best clubs and nights. 2018 could easily be seen as her breakout year, and next year is set to be even bigger with festival bookings including Rainbow Serpent Festival, Where The Wild Things Are and Babylon Festival. On the production front, she is releasing at a rapid pace with releases on niche, scene labels like Six Recordings and Australian-based Recovery Collective. Exorcise your 2018 demons with this head-banging mix of big, melodic and warehouse-sized techno. Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-mha-iri/ Soundcloud: @mha_iri Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mhairi.Melbourne

For anyone who has been paying attention to the global underground scene since the turn of the millennium, the name of Dousk should be a very familiar one. Known for his very dance-floor-friendly releases on scene mainstay labels including Bedrock and Vapour, the Greek producer can easily be called a scene veteran - and a revered one at that too. He has 3 successful albums under his belt, embracing a variety in musical styles ranging from progressive house to tech house and techno and more... and have performed and toured in some of the best clubs in the world. Hi music has transcended dance floors and has been featured in all sorts of places such as TV and radio ads, the MTV Music Awards and hit TV-shows such CSI, My Name is Earl and Doctor Who. It's actually a travesty it has taken this long for Dousk to join us for a Balance Selections mix. Well, that is all about to change. On the verge of his Australian tour, which will see Dousk play three dates Down Under (see interview below for more info on the dates), we finally managed to entice the legend to join the Balance family. And its definitely been worth the wait: Over 60 minutes Dousk crafts a satisfyingly deep journey, wielding his experience like a well-crafted sword. Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-082/ Soundcloud: @dousk Facebook: www.facebook.com/Dousk1

Marco Faraone is a prolific and versatile producer whose incendiary live sets have earned him the attention of all the right people. As his style developed, Marco became fascinated with the 90s house championed by Masters At Work and Todd Terry, whilst admiring Laurent Garnier for his ability to effortlessly play diverse sets. Having earned his stripes as both trusted resident and a travelling headliner and with many high-profile dates behind him and the support of some of the most respected names in electronic music, Faraone has started running his own imprint. UNCAGE Music has already been creating plenty of noise and attracting attention from many of the most important artists in the scene continuously releasing HQ music since the day one with artists like Radio Slave, Skudge, Markus Suckut, Nick Hoppner, Marcel Fengler, Donato Dozzy, Eduardo de la Calle and of course Marco himself, giving also the opportunity to some new upcoming talents like Hertz Collision and Pablo Mateo to build up their own profile. Ahead of his Australian return for Piknic Electronik, Marco has compiled a special Balance Selections mix which eschews his techno output of late in favour of a more groove-based house flavour. Essential listening... Interview and tracklisting: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/marco-faraone-podcast/ Soundcloud: @marcofaraonemusic Facebook: www.facebook.com/marcofaraoneofficial

Over the last decade Sahar Z has emerged as one Israel’s finest DJ and production talents. (His prodigious skills led to Deep Dish saying that Sahar ‘is the best kept secret of the Middle East’). Alongside being a resident at Haoman 17 (one of the biggest and most prestigious clubs in Israel), the Tel Aviv-based DJ is also a long time veteran of the global techno and house scenes. Not limited by any genre or style, Sahar Z’s influences come from a variety of directions: deep melodic sounds and fresh electronica to the harder yet soulful techno edges. Continuing to see his work supported by the global DJ elite in Sasha, John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo and many more, the name of Sahar Z is quickly becoming synonymous with having a gold standard reputation that is beyond reproach. Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-sahar-z/ Soundcloud: @saharz Facebook: www.facebook.com/saharz

The enigma that is Township Rebellion will be heading down under for their debut Australian appearance. The German-born duo, who have been working collaboratively since 2013, has been flying under the radar for years now, but recently they have started to turn some heads with their carefully executed main room sound that has found favour with a global audience. Already this year they have worked their magic on punters at Fusion and Unterholz Music Festivals, and their latest EP, the deliciously titled ‘Balance', is a perfect example of the Township Rebellion sound: affecting progressive melodies and big deep basslines that is undeniable. As their career rapidly continues on an upward trajectory, now is the time to join the Rebellion. Interview and tracklist not available... Soundcloud: @township-rebellion Facebook: www.facebook.com/township.rebellion.music

Michael and Daniel from Munich invented Innellea in 2014 to accommodate their new sound. Both coming from other projects, they wanted to combine their talents and create something new. Influenced by melodic trends in the electronic music, they found their way to combine it with the roots of Techno in a very creative way and came up with their own abstract sound. Rewarded by Groove Magazine’s readers as one of the best newcomers in 2017, they fulfilled listener’s expectations. Earlier this year they hit the nail on the head with their Fusion Set, showing the audience the re-invented sound of Innellea. Following requests for their DJ and live sets worldwide, Innellea released on several labels which were further spread by several DJs around the globe. Daniel’s and Michael’s ambition to provide perfectly mixed tracks and merger club sounds and intelligent music catapulted them into the focus of the top league - and they are still only at the beginning of their journey. The German duo is set to head to Australia for their debut tour which will include a set at the highly anticipated Chi Wow Wah Town festival just outside of Melbourne. With their pending visit Down Under, you can bet on it that the duo will spread their gospel to a whole new audience. Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-innellea/ Soundcloud: @innellea Facebook: www.facebook.com/innellea

For our next mix, we head to Tomorrowland, one of the biggest, if not the biggest, electronic music festivals in the world. Nakadia and Fred Hush are widely considered two of the fastest rising artists in the global scene today. Fred Hush hails from Belgium and is known for his releases on labels like Cajual and Relief. Nakadia might well be the most well-known DJ to hail from Thailand, but currently, she is based in Berlin from where she produces music for labels including Bedrock and Heinz Records. At this year's Tomorrowland they played B2B for the first time, and upon hearing this exclusive set you can bet they will probably be doing a lot more in the future... Interview and tracklist here: https://www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selections-nakadia-fred-hush/ Soundcloud: @nakadia @fred-hush Facebook: www.facebook.com/djnakadia/ www.facebook.com/fred.hush.official/