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Armed with classical chops and an eclectic setup, this DJ and producer is redefining what electronic music can sound like.
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On the eve of the Silver Panda remix of "Lift Me Up," Moby discusses his philosophies on sharing music, collaboration, and much more.
Jane Weaver's latest album is a self-contained universe. The artist discusses shaking up her studio process, cinema, and the groove.
Sound Behind the Song: “Strings of Life” by Derrick May
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More than 30 years after Derrick May’s “Strings of Life” saw release, techno remains a pillar of the modern dance community.
Sound Behind the Song: “Pump Up the Jam” by Technotronic
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Explore the mysterious backstory of “Pump Up the Jam,” a worldwide electronic music smash and tale of mistaken identity.
Sound Behind the Song: “Scream” by Mantronix
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Mantronix mixed Kraftwerk’s experimental feel with the warmth of Grandmaster Flash. “Scream” remains a landmark electro-funk hip-hop mashup.
Sound Behind the Song: “Heliosphan” by Aphex Twin
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“Heliosphan” relies on the drums to act as a driving force. Even when the track borders on chaos, the TR-909 maintains perfect time.
Sound Behind the Song: “Energy Flash” by Joey Beltram
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30 years after its release, Joey Beltram’s “Energy Flash” remains one of the definitive techno tracks. It still sits easily in a DJ set.
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Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine.
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Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you'll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.