Interviews
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Sharaz Interview
Owner of the influential breakbeat record label 941, Sharaz is a man that wears many hats. He is the owner of 941 records, a sought-after remixer, touring DJ, and pilot. Producing such Florida breakbeat classics as "I Still Believe" and "Just Can't Wait," he has also had a Billboard charted #1 remix with Fierce Ruling Diva's "You Gotta Believe." Sharaz is a founding member of funky breaks and continues to push the envelope in the world of dance music.
Kenne Interview
Could he be the next Rick Astley? Jumping into the dance scene with original pop dance songs and Hi-NRG covers, Kenne is working with established (Phil Harding, Doug Laurent) and up-and-coming (ToMo, DJ Rico) producers to create wonderful dance music.
Therese Interview
Swedish vocalist Therese, best known for her work with Dr. Alban and pop hits including "I Need Somebody," teamed up with legendary producer Stonebridge to create "Put 'em High." After hearing the song, the WMC 2004 anthem, all over Miami during the Winter Music Conference, I met Stonebridge who introduced me to the lovely Therese. Outside the National Hotel, she graciously answered a few questions.
Tim Deluxe Interview
DJ/Producer Tim Deluxe finally unleashes his debut artist album "Little Ginger Club Kid" to the American masses. Already known for the massive singles "It Just Won't Do" and "Little Less Talk, Little More Action," the album is a cross section of latin-flavored electronic music. The elegantly-packaged album is a bit crazy- just like the cover model. How many other DJs use their childhood photos as CD covers?
Just Jack Interview
Who is Just Jack? The twenty-seven year old North London native is as hard to define as his debut album Outer Marker which spans all genres of electronic music. He raps without gangsta bravado and even sings, each song sharing his grasp for observational storytelling and keen nature for communicating his vision. The Cure-sampling first US single "Snowflake" is breaking on radio stations across the country and is just a taste of his multidimensional album.
Disco Brothers Interview
With a name like the Disco Brothers you might be surprised that they don't play disco, sort of like DJ Rap who doesn't play rap, but the Disco Brothers are being tipped as being the next big thing for 2004 with their unmistakable DJ sets and energetic productions combining techno, trance and breakbeat. Now part of Armin Van Buuren's trendsetting Captivating Sounds label, the Disco Brothers are conquering Europe with their love of music that comes through in everything they do.
Deborah Cox Interview
Canadian chanteuse Deborah Cox is comfortable performing in just about any environment; huge concert halls, sweaty underground clubs, and now on Broadway starring in Aida. From her breakthrough "Sentimental" and megahit "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" to the current radio smash "Something Happened on the Way to Heaven," Deborah has always embraced dance music and club life, even compiling her club remixes on a very special Remixed album.
Alyson Calagna Interview
Some say that the circuit scene is a man's world, but if you are dancing and sweating to wonderful tribal sounds and look up to the DJ booth, you might see Alyson Calagna banging the beats. With two mixed CDs and original productions under the name Housekeeperz with partner Barry Huffine, Alyson is touring the country spreading her love of music wherever she goes.
Tribal Pleasures DJs: T-Pro and Angel C Interview
Fusing Afro, Latin and house beats, Nuyorican T-Pro and Mexi-Rican DJ Angel C serve up pumping tribal at their packed DJ gigs at the hottest New York parties. These tribal masters have teamed up for Tribal Pleasures, a pumping CD full of the hottest tribal tracks from Mike Macaluso, Kiwi Dreams vs. Hard Attack, The Scumfrog, India, Johnny Vicious and many others.
Interview with Peter Rauhofer
Interview with Peter Rauhofer
Pronti & Kalmani Interview
In the heart of Dutch dance scene are Pronti & Kalmani, the DJs and producers behind Alice Deejay and Vengaboys. Their productions and remixes have conquered the world, creating a unique sound by blending trance and hi-NRG with a pop sensibility. Their latest discovery, Candee Jay, is with them in the studio now ready to do it again.
Simone Denny Interview
Whether you know her as the voice of Love Inc, BKS or Widelife’s latest smash “All Things (Keep Getting Better)" – the theme to Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, Simone Denny’s powerful voice and energetic performances show much love to clubland. The ‘Canadian Dance Queen’ is actively touring dance clubs supporting the QEFTSG soundtrack, but did you know that she used to sing with a metal band or performed with life-size bunny rabbits?
Kelis Interview
More than just the Milkshake diva, Kelis is one of the most interesting artists on the music scene. Rather than limiting herself to one genre, she works with all styles of electronic music bringing her unique vision into our lives.
Interview with Justin Chapman
Vocalist, guitarist, and full-time hockey fanatic, Justin Chapman is one-half of the Atlanta-based DJ/production duo KemeticJust. KemeticJust will release their first full-length CD on Pooled Records this spring, called "The Peace Between Us". Justin
also has solo releases as JustOne on the RushHour and Neroli labels.
Interview with Ceevox
The voice behind some of clubland's biggest anthems and the vocal instrument of choice for clubland's top producers; Ceevox tells us her story.
Joi Cardwell Interview
Do you want More? If the artist is Joi Cardwell, the answer is a definite yes. The artist behind the club classics "Jump for Joi," "Club Lonely," "Soul to Bare," and "Trouble" talks about her experiences exploring the digital world and how she is reaching out to her fans in new ways.
Interview with Karl Hyde of Underworld
Dance artists rarely make it past one album, much less to a greatest hits album. Underworld is not a typical dance artist and Anthology 1992-2002 is not a greatest hits album, but rather a collection of songs that document ten years of music from white labels to major soundtracks by one of the most important electronic music artists. Karl Hyde spoke to us about the progression of Underworld through their unique live shows and creative visions that keep us all jumping on the dancefloor.
Interview with Karl Hyde of Underworld (part 2)
Dance artists rarely make it past one album, much less to a greatest hits album. Underworld is not a typical dance artist and Anthology 1992-2002 is not a greatest hits album, but rather a collection of songs that document ten years of music from white labels to major soundtracks by one of the most important electronic music artists. Karl Hyde spoke to us about the progression of Underworld through their unique live shows and creative visions that keep us all jumping on the dancefloor.
Interview with Louie Devito
From construction worker to the best-selling compilation DJ in the United States, Louie Devito's "golden ears" have made him a household name and brought dance music to new audiences. In addition to spinning clubs around the country, Louie has launched his own label, DeeVee Music, to release even more successful mixed CDs and has entered the singles game as well. Will the same ears that helped him find club hits like Melanie C's "I Turn to You" lead him to more success?
Dani Siciliano Interview
Dani Siciliano began her music career both as a dj in
San Francisco, and as a vocalist with a jazz combo.
It was there that she initially met Matthew Herbert
and began collaborating with him providing vocals over
his clever quirky songs. She now lives in London and
has recently completed work on her debut full-length
album entitled "Dani Siciliano Likes".
Gabriel and Dresden Interview
Once you get to remix Madonna, everything changes. After snagging their seventh #1 Billboard Dance Chart Hit with La Ciccone's Britney Spears collaboration "Me Against the Music" and as their own group Motorcycle (with vocalist Jes) is conquering the world with their track "As The Rush Comes In," 2004 looks to be another year in which Gabriel and Dresden's presence at the forefront of dance production and remixing will continue to increase.
DJ Rap Interview
DJ Rap Interview
Dannii Minogue Interview
Dannii Minogue Interview
Interview with Jason Nevins
Interview with Jason Nevins
Interview with DJ Escape
Interview with DJ Escape