Balance Selections Podcast

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @emiliano-folgar Hailing from Buenos Aires, Emiliano Folgar is no stranger to the Balance Music roster. Under the Interaxxis moniker with Martin Kazez, he collaborated with Mariano Mellino for a deep prog workout that stood out as one of our best 2020 releases. He now debuts under his solo moniker with four incredible tracks showcasing a producer with a lot more to offer.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @simonvuarambon Simon Vuarambon is a young producer from Geneva, Switzerland based in Buenos Aires who is exploring all shades of profound vibes.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @emiliano-folgar Hailing from Buenos Aires, Emiliano Folgar is no stranger to the Balance Music roster. Under the Interaxxis moniker with Martin Kazez, he collaborated with Mariano Mellino for a deep prog workout that stood out as one of our best 2020 releases. He now debuts under his solo moniker with four incredible tracks showcasing a producer with a lot more to offer.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @emiliano-folgar Hailing from Buenos Aires, Emiliano Folgar is no stranger to the Balance Music roster. Under the Interaxxis moniker with Martin Kazez, he collaborated with Mariano Mellino for a deep prog workout that stood out as one of our best 2020 releases. He now debuts under his solo moniker with four incredible tracks showcasing a producer with a lot more to offer.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @emiliano-folgar Hailing from Buenos Aires, Emiliano Folgar is no stranger to the Balance Music roster. Under the Interaxxis moniker with Martin Kazez, he collaborated with Mariano Mellino for a deep prog workout that stood out as one of our best 2020 releases. He now debuts under his solo moniker with four incredible tracks showcasing a producer with a lot more to offer.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @marcromboy Marc Romboy has been at the forefront of electronic music for over a decade.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au Long standing American house music producer Harry Romero is a well-established figure on the worldwide music circuit.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @jozef-k Jozef K's illustrious career has seen him perform across the world, touring China, America, Indonesia & across Europe, alongside summer residencies in Ibiza. His records have been played by Mano Le Tough, Michael Mayer, The Blessed Madonna, Joris Voorn, DJ Nobu, Sasha, Maya Jane Coles, Kim Ann Foxman and countless others - releasing across a plethora of labels such as Last Night On Earth, Lossless & Acid Test. Upcoming releases are with Joris Voorn’s Spectrum label, Frau Blau, and a collaboration with Tin Man on Sungate. He is also starting a vinyl label this year, Dreaming Forever. The mix features all unreleased music...

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @jonasrathsman Since being named BBC Radio 1’s ‘Future Star’ a few years back by one of dance music’s most respected DJs - Pete Tong, Swedish born Jonas Rathsman has gone on to exceed all expectations with a string of first-class releases, remixes and an undoubted ability to work a dancefloor.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @dj-gustin Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Gustin is resident for The Soundgarden events series, and also co-manager and A&R for onedotsixtwo. In 2015 he moved to Ibiza where he currently lives throughout the year, but he can regularly be found DJ’ing across Europe, the USA, and South America. Gustin’s infectious sound makes a dancefloor move, with a unique blend of lush, pumping, tech-prog house music.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @yulianikomusic Yulia Niko’s minimal techno sound has pricked up the ears of the most influential artists in electronic music. Recognised by Jamie Jones, Lee Foss, Damian Lazarus, Dennis Ferrer and many others, the Russian-born DJ and producer has hit the ground running attaining signings with a plethora of highly respected labels. Alongside a residency with Watergate in Berlin, Yulia has secured bookings in the most significant cities in electronic music such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Ibiza, Moscow and Mykonos as well as frequently touring South America by high demand. Yulia’s unique creativity in any endeavour she sets out will always lead the way in her promising career.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @ericlune Eric Lune is a Melbourne based producer with a passion for emotive dance music. In the short space of a few years, he amassed an impressive string of releases on prestigious labels such as Guy Mantzur’s Plattenbank, Sound Avenue, and Proton. Eric’s ability to write hit tracks is showcased in 'Benji' which exploded him on the scene in 2018. But it was 2019's ‘Embers’ that took him to new heights, being touted as one of the biggest progressive house tracks of that year. With constant plays from industry elites such as Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Eelke Kleijn & more, there’s no doubt Eric has cemented his place in a new emerging era of progressive house producers & DJs.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @dvdzwg Based just north of Holland in the medieval city of Haarlem, Dutch artist Daniel van der Zwaag creates the kind of deep, sophisticated rhythms we love.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @listentoBEC BEC is a energetic techno talent who has risen to the top in a very short space of time. She was scouted by Pan Pot for their influential Second State label from her very first release, then snapped up by Carl Cox's Intec, and also Adam Beyer's Drumcode imprint.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @philippstraub International touring DJ, producer and consultant, Philipp Straub has been actively part of the dance music scene for nearly three decades. Originally from Vienna, Austria, he started building his legacy in the early 90’s and has managed to become a well-known acts and personality within the underground music community. Philipp continues to achieve many milestones with his career both as a DJ and producer, with his music being released on respected labels such as Bedrock, Ovum, Bar25, Knee Deep in Sound, Balance, and many more…

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @bachirsalloum Raised amongst Beirut’s famed club scene, and currently based in Dubai, Bachir’s uplifting and smooth sets, and deep, emotional productions, movingly, and skilfully combine progressive house, deep house, and shades of techno.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @jayhazeakafuckpony There is no one quite like Jay Haze. He's a man with a heart of gold, and an artist with a consistently left of centre take on electronic music.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @karl-pilbrow Karl Pilbrow's passion and appreciation for music has been a lifelong affair. Originally coming from New Zealand, he moved to Melbourne in early 2012. In the years following Karl began to experience the outdoor festival culture the city is renowned for, he could not help but fall in love with electronic music. This new-found affection took him to all parts of the globe, intent on learning more about the outdoor music culture, the communities involved, and most importantly… the music. Fast forward to today and you’ll find one of the best exponents for Progressive House in Melbourne. Atmospheric, melodic, uplifting and groovy, Karl has dedicated himself to refining a sound that is true to himself and the music that inspires him.

Balance Selections 156: Serge Devant by Balance Music

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @gmj-fulcrum @matter Melbourne’s GMJ (Gavin Martin) and Matter (Matty Doyle) joined forces in late 2015, a triggered recognition and magnetism for their shared perspectives and love for deep atmospheric music leading to the formation of the GMJ & Matter collaboration.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au Francesca Lombardo has cultivated a sound of her own, one that represents her multi-disciplinary musical background, which transcends the dance floor via an emotional narrative of dreamy soundscapes, stirring melodies and hypnotic rhythms.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @luigimadonna Luigi Madonna has been a standout talent in the electronic music space for over two decades, loved by audiences and industry peers alike for his magnetic personality both on and off-stage.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @avisionofficial Growing up in and around the colourful club culture of New York City and influenced by the sounds around him, Avision now finds himself helping to usher in a new wave of techno for the New York scene.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au For those who knew Phil K through his music will know he was a one-of-a-kind talent, a global dance music pioneer who promoted niche producers, and pushed the boundaries of electronic music through technology and raw skill. Those lucky enough to have had Phil in their personal life can attest that he was that rare kind of human, a man who approached everyone judgement-free, and with an open heart. He was also the type of person that treated everyone he met with love and respect, and, is if they were a good friend. We were also privileged to have known Phil personally and also honoured to have him as part of the Balance Music family. Back in 2002, he compiled a release that for many is still one of the most significant entries into the Balance Series. It was a statement of the intense passion that Phil had for electronic music, and his ability to effortlessly connect dots between many shades of dance music. At the time no one fused genres like break-beats and house together, but that all changed with Phil K. Even though it’s with great sadness that we share the news of Phil passing, the joy and the music he gave us will remain forever. As a tribute to the great man, we offer you Phil’s incredible Balance Series compilation album number 4 in its full glory.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @mcslee The San Franciscan native has a sound that weaves Intricate grooves, dreamy textures, with a signature playful and whimsical bounce.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @ryanmurgatroyd Ryan Murgatroyd is starting to see the benefits of an entire lifetime consumed by, and immersed in, electronic music.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @djsis Burak Sar aka SIS is a DJ and producer full of character. His deep influences of smoky Turkish gigs and exotic rhythms led him to make his name DJ’ing in dark German basements.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @holmarmusik Prolific Icelandic artist and Brooklyn native Hólmar was formerly one half of the Thugfucker outfit. Hólmar has also worked on other collaborations such as Lovestruckk with Nico Stojan, Theory of Light with Brian Cid, and The Birds Fly South with Maxxi Soundsystem. These days he likes to go solo on his own musical adventure, where his organic sounds always fuse house, disco, and weirdness into fun new forms…

Recording of Tom Pandzic's DJ set for Phil K community fundraiser March 30th, 2019 @ La Di Da, Melbourne, Australia... Disco, Edits, Classics, and Deep Cuts for those sunny and not so sunny days...

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @robbabicz Robert Babicz continuously pushes the boundaries of electronic music as an artist, consultant, teacher, and engineer. Among Robert’s more than 1000 releases, are seven albums and a flood of tracks for labels that include Bedrock, INTEC, Systematic, Audiomatique, and Treibstoff to name but a few.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @timo-maas Timo Maas the now legendary artist, has been on a 30-year quest to deliver his musical wizardry to the world. From a residency at the ground-breaking Circoloco at DC10 in Ibiza, where he has been entrenched for over 15 years, to tours around Europe and the rest of the world, Timo Maas maintains a high level of performance. The visionary German also dedicates his time to conjuring up fresh new original productions in his studio for his Rocket and Ponies label, along with remixes for a plethora of superstars, from Madonna to Depeche Mode, and Fatboy Slim to Muse. Timo has retained a love and passion for making and playing music that is indelibly etched into his psyche, and it makes him the man he is today; driven, positive, infinitely creative, and full of magic.

For more info: @filterbear Filter Bear has consistently shown his commitment to quality, honest and emotional music straight from the heart, and to the dance floor.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @little-fritter A regular of Australia’s thriving musical circuit, Kane Dignum aka Little Fritter has been involved in the club scene for more than a decade now. Having had his first release back in 2008, and stand-out DJ performances at Berlin’s Club De Visionaire and Barcelona’s Off-Sonar, he has cemented his reputation as a respected prospect in electronic music circles.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @quenummusic Quenum has an established 30-year career that gains the attention and respect of both techno legends, and younger fans alike.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @petardundov Born in Zagreb, Croatia, Petar Dundov’s career in dance music stretches back the best part of 20 years, and over the course of the journey he has notably developed a longstanding relationship with Belgium’s legendary techno label, Music Man records, where he has released many singles and albums.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @chaim_avital Chaim is an Israeli musician, whose organic and forward-thinking music rouses listeners around the globe. His productions have featured on some of the industry’s most notable labels, like B-Pitch Control, Rumors, Visionquest, Cocoon, and also on his own label, Blue Shadow.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @whomadewho In the years since their inception WhoMadeWho have established themselves as one of the definitive underground bands of their generation. A group whose grasp of emotional depth, heartrending melody and inspired songwriting is exceptional, the Danish outfit is comprised Tomas Høffding, Thomas Barfod and Jeppe Kjellberg. They have become renowned for their exemplary back catalogue, consummate professionalism and standout performances all over the globe, from Roskilde to Sonar, Melt! to Burning Man, producing six albums and a plethora of EPs, singles and remixes on labels like Kompakt, Innervisions, Life & Death.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @ruede The German’s commitment to his craft and passion for the scene, is certainly heard in his music. A Berlin native, he has explored various avenues of the industry throughout his career.

Balance Selections 138: NIKITA by Balance Music

Balance Selections 137: Denney by Balance Music

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @sante Dynamic, seasoned, and constantly in-demand Santé excels in every aspect of his career, whether he’s igniting dancefloors across the world, or producing a diverse discography full of hits, and running a label that has become a go-to for many of the scene’s connoisseurs.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @james-solace UK artist James Solace, also known as James Burnham, has made his name through a penchant for moving through many styles of music with ease, always being one step ahead of the trend, and mixing the old with the new.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @kazjames An Australian of both Italian, and Greek descent, Kaz James is one of electronic music’s most indispensable talents, finding a home for his floor-filling sounds on some of the most respected labels in the scene, which include Circus, Objektivity, Saved, FFRR, and Glasgow Underground.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @theshadowchild A true presence in the electronic music scene, Shadow Child has carved out an incredible reputation over a career that has spanned decades, developing a sound that brings together early rave, house, and drum n bass

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @jorisdelacroix Based in the South of France, Joris Delacroix is a producer, DJ and live performer with a musical style that combines House, and Techno influences with melodies.

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au @sebzito Ever since Seb first discovered electronic music in 1994, he has evolved right through many elements of the underground scene. He has forged a strong house and techno sound since establishing himself as a resident at Fuse, however, echoes of a more raw sound still permeates his music to devastating effect.

Interview & Tracklist: https://balancemusic.com.au @nukreative Australian’s Danny Bonnici & Jamesen Re, joined forces in 2017 tapping into their mutual passion for deep, melodic, and atmospheric house music.

Interview & Tracklist: https://balancemusic.com.au @yoni-yarchi Based in Tel Aviv, Yoni Yarchi creates dance music with true heart and emotion, a unique sound that’s dynamic and driven by beautiful melodies, deep rhythms, and memorable moments.

Interview and Tracklist : https://balancemusic.com.au @oxia-official As one of France’s most respected DJs and producers, and with a career spanning over twenty years and intensive touring on all continents, Oxia has built an impressive list of remixes and releases on respected imprints, such as Kompakt, Hot Creations, Bedrock, Knee Deep in Sound, and Saved, in addition to his own label, Diversions Music. And his latest release on the Sapiens label, a remix of Agoria’s track ‘All over You’, is already receiving major DJ support, featuring in many live streams across the board…

For interview and tracklist goto: https://balancemusic.com.au @nikisadeki With her dedication and untiring perseverance, Niki Sadeki has managed to put herself on the map as an up and coming DJ and musical artist within a very short time. With music at the forefront, she has been travelling globally and playing in renowned venues in cities such as Berlin, Amsterdam, Ibiza, Paris, London, Beirut, and many more. With a focus on deep, melodic and ethereal dance music, Niki conveys her expression of life to listeners and engages crowds through her live sets when she’s behind the decks.