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In Resident Adviser's section The Art of DJing , we found very attached with their article with Ellen Allien. Ellen Allien, the veteran Berlin techno DJ, reveals her enduring excitement for DJing after three decades in the industry.  Her long career, her energy and passion for music remain undiminished, evident in her recent gig in Los Angeles.  Her unique approach to DJing extends beyond music selection; she considers factors like club lighting, which can significantly impact her mood and performance.  More info about this article, find HERE !  Enjoy! 

Event organization, Nordstern Switzerland will present Adriatique at Parku Europa in Tirana, Albania. Zurich-based duo, Adriatique , with their melodic techno and house music will perform with local support of artists Doma and Equinoxx ., with a special light show and visual experience.  Organizers, Agi Isaku of Nordstern and Adrian Shala of Adriatique bring their Albanian heritage to this memorable musical journey.  See ya at the dancefloor! 

The Berlin-based Red Section label, behind which Croatian DJ and producer Mechanic Slave stands, hosted a well-known deep sound icon - Funk D'Void, who released his new production work "Pheonix" after five years. With a career spanning over two decades, Lars Sandberg has built a reputation as a respected producer and DJ. Classics such as "Diabla", "Emotional Content" and "Jack Me Off" earned him a place in the history of electronic music.  His new release "Pheonix", in addition to coming with an original mix inspired by the sound of Detroit techno, also comes in arrangements by several other DJs and producers, among them the Croatian and regional colony in Berlin. Thian dives into the depths and delivers an atmospheric version of "Pheonix" filled with percussion. Mechanic Slave , the man behind the label and a Slavonian living in Berlin, put together a ruthless industrial techno version of the tape.  While Serbian DJ

Documentary about the shocking story of Dubfire as an immigrant and today a world-famous DJ and producer. Ali Shirazinia, born in Iran, would be a completely unknown person in the world of electronic music today, if he had not decided to grit his teeth and overcome every challenge that came his way to success. From fleeing his homeland of Iran to becoming an American citizen, Dubfire begins with a story from his young days at the age of 7 to growing up in the world of electronic music. As one half of the Grammy-winning duo "Deep Dish" , Iranian-American Ali Shirazinia (aka 'Dubfire') has established himself as one of the world's most successful DJs and producers. But the road to success was not easy.  Featuring honest interviews with family, childhood friends, industry peers, and fellow artists, this documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the dance music world. It's an inspirational story, illustrating the realization of one's passion, pursuit of

Paul Kalkbrenner will perform in Tirana on April 26th, 2024.  at the heart of the city, Boulevard Italia Square! 🌟 A German music sensation and live performer with over two decades of musical excellence, Paul Kalkbrenner started as an underground electronic artist and has now ascended to superstar status.  Renowned for his film " Berlin Calling " and the timeless track " Sky and Sand , " he has graced major festivals, earning acclaim from both the press and fans.  🎶 Paul Kalkbrenner, a sought-after guest at major music festivals, will take you on a journey through the hottest sounds of electronic dance music, ensuring a pulse-pounding set that will keep you moving all night long. 🌠  Don't miss the chance to dance with Paul Kalkbrenner's unparalleled talent and energy, transcending boundaries and elevating the electronic music scene.  🌌 Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and get ready for one more techno experience like never before on April 26 at

UNUM , a boutique festival of house and techno culture will be held at Rana e Hedhun Beach in Shengjin, Albania from 6. to 11. June 2024.  In its fifth edition, the festival will feature more than 60 international, regional and local performers on three outdoor stages: the Main Stage overlooking the Adriatic Sea, the cozy Pine Stage and the Beach Stage , ideal for dancing on the sand and enjoying the sea breeze. Ardin Badivuku, PR UNUM Festival In an interview for Kosovo Clubbing portal, PR of UNUM Festival, Ardin Badivuku, announced the latest artists who will perform at this year's edition. "Every year Unum Festival tries to bring new names to foreign and domestic audiences. This year comes for the first time Anfisa Letyago, the queen of Napoli techno, Korolova, Ogazon resident of the famous or best club Berghain, Ryat Elliot, and i must mention the exclusive b2b Priku X Dubfire” - Ardin Badivuku, PR UNUM Festival. According to him, the electronic music scene in the Balk

 In his "Radionica Valova", Haris Čustović reconstructs the deep house tape "My Love" from 2002. Musician from Dubrovnik shares production knowledge and the art of working in Ableton live on his YouTube channel every Thursday from 5 p.m. Haris Čustović has deconstructed a melodic tech-house track and composed a completely new tech house track through his "Wave Workshop" in the past few educational streams. In the new edition of the educational stream, Haris Čustović will provide an insight into the process of creating his song "My Love", which he composed in 2002 together with Paul Stubbs and released on Swag Records. "My Love" was included by the Terry Francis on his Fabric CD number 2. "Whether you're a music lover or a fellow producer, join me in creating this work!" says the experienced Dubrovnik musician. Harris will remaster the tape in Ableton Live 12, using the original release as a reference. All those intereste

 Juan Mendez aka Silent Servant passed away. I know Silent Servant thanks to  Rødhåd . Years ago, I came across a series called " What's In My Bag ?" by Amoeba Record Store in Hollywood. There was an episode Rødhåd. I love Rødhåd so I watched the episode. During the interview, Rødhåd mentioned that he bumped into Silent Servant downstairs & that he was into movie soundtracks.     I was familiar with the name but I wasn't familiar with his work. I didn't know what a legend he was.  A few days after his passing, I came across his 'In Memoriam' EP released on Tresor Records . I was so impressed that I asked myself: "Why didn't I listen to his music before?"  M-87 reminded me of Depeche Mode . Poppy synths, deep, dark & powerful vocal which is very close to Dave Gahan 's vocal & industrial sounds. It feels like a mixture of 'Strangelove', 'People Are People', 'Personal Jesus', 'Everything Coun

Experience the state of trance at a unique party in a tram , as a prelude to the traditional A State of Trance festival at the end of February, in Rotterdam, and  it will gather over 50 names. cover photo: Sander van Vliet 150 lucky people will have the opportunity to dance on the city rails in the tram, who will enjoy the sights of Rotterdam and the rhythms of Armin Van Buuren, AVAO, Ferry Corsten, Ruben de Ronde, Laura van Dam, Maddix and Nifra during the three-hour ride. Our colleague from croatian portal Klubskascena will also attend the first ever mobile party in Rotterdam , from where she will convey the atmosphere and send exclusive photos and videos. Stay tuned and send us pic and vids if you are there. 

Petar Dundov, the award-winning Croatian DJ and producer has released a new E P "Lunar Eclipse" with  Hernan Cattaneo on the Sudbeat Music label. Dundov opens the EP with the rhythmic " Lunar Eclipse " which creates a pleasant, warm atmosphere for "wild minds".  Along with the track that gave the EP its name, it can be enjoyed both at home and on the dance floor.   The second tape " Realm of St. Stephen ” delivers a dance floor focused story with bubbling bass and a cool space melody. Enjoy. [ izvor ]

The film follows in the footsteps of classics like Trainspotting, Berlin Calling and Human Traffic. "Return To Planet Underground" is a film directed by Gideon Homes , which brings to the audience a fascinating story about the Dutch underground techno scene , providing an interesting drama filled with intense moments and powerful human tragedies. The director found inspiration for the film in classics such as Trainspotting, Berlin Calling and Human Traffic, and the story itself is based on true events and personal experiences. The film its about a former underground DJ who works as a lawyer before falling into ........ The main character suddenly faces the past, as well as the underworld and morally questionable decisions.  The entire film is surrounded by techno rhythms that take viewers on a ride through the highs and lows of human desires, drug tirade, social expectations and the search for self and perfectionism. Online via Vimeo. [ izvor ]

Mark your calendars for November 30th as the seventh edition of the Ambassador of Electronic Music Awards is just around the corner ;) This event celebrates outstanding achievements in electronic music throughout 2023. and in collaboration with the Club Culture Association, the event will be held at the iconic Boogaloo Club in Zagreb, Croatia. All members of the electronic music scene will have the opportunity to submit their projects, following guidelines set to be released on October 2nd. This process will greatly aid our organizers in evaluating the projects vying for nominations.  Simultaneously, the expert jury will begin reviewing project proposals, programs, and performers, kicking off on the same date.  Nominations Revealed on October 24th!  As per tradition, the Ambasador Team closely monitors the progress of the regional scene. This leads to the introduction of new audiences and professional categories, recognizing quality projects, programs, and performers, while also i

Den Atelier has confirmed that the English rave band, The Prodigy, is set to ignite the stage at Rockhal in Luxembourg, on November 28, 2023.  This news follows their last electrifying performance in Luxembourg back in 2018. For over three decades, The Prodigy has carved a unique path through the electronic dance music landscape.  While many electronic artists often adopt an image-unconscious approach, The Prodigy stood out by placing frontmen Keith Flint and Maxim Reality at the forefront.  Their incendiary live performances recreated the original spirit of the British rave scene, blending elements of arena rock showmanship and punk theatrics. Behind the scenes, it was producer Liam Howlett's studio wizardry that propelled The Prodigy to chart-topping success during the late '90s electronica boom. Howlett crafted a sonic tapestry of hard-hitting breakbeat techno , interwoven with colossal hooks and unforgettable samples. Their performance promises an unparalleled fusi

Following their successful spring release "1987," the Istrian duo continued their quality work in the studio. Poreč-based Techno duo DBFB has released a new EP called " Stones " on their own label, After Us Records.  With the "Stones" EP, DBFB presents four new groovy tracks in the style of Detroit techno with avant-garde funk influences.  The new EP consists of four tracks - two original mixes, "Small Stone" and "Stepping Stone," along with two remixes by Orion and Philippe Petit.  Finnish DJ, producer, and radio host Orion has created a remix for the track "Small Stone."  Belgian DJ and producer Philippe Petit takes listeners on an avant-garde SF-funk adventure with his remix of "Stepping Stone," crafted for the summer.  The remix is an atypical combination of techno with pronounced organic melodic elements akin to guitar, almost resembling tango.  The EP "Stones" i s currently available for listenin

🎉 Prepare yourselves for an unparalleled experience at Ohrid Calling 2023 from 31st July until 5th August in Macedonia.  📅 Day 1 - July 31st: International superstar Jonas Blue will set the stage ablaze with his electrifying performance. Joining him are the amazing Martin Hørger, Pessto, Domenico Talesa, and Jana Slayy, guaranteeing an explosive start to Ohrid Calling 2023!  📅 Day 2 - August 1st: Brace yourselves for an epic sonic journey with the legendary Morten taking center stage. Sharing the spotlight are rising stars Wolpack, Skiy, Jordan John, and Delovski, promising an unforgettable evening under the stars!  📅 Day 3 - August 2nd: Prepare for a night of pure magic as Steve Aoki graces the stage, mesmerizing the crowd with his unparalleled talent! He will be joined by the sensational Sullivan King, Divolly Markward, and DJ Babura, creating an atmosphere you won't want to miss!  📅 Day 4 - August 3rd: We have the incomparable Salvatore Ganacci, who will leave you breathles

We did some research and found out that there were club lights on Leart's first exhibition so we played around with lights. 💥🤩🤩😍😍🤍🖤 We were inspired by Photon & Rilindja Warehouse for the lights. Every time we have to do something with lights, we watch Ben Klock's Photon set at Awakenings for inspiration. Photon is the best music & light experience ever!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️  There are X-shaped lights coming for Leart's podcast cover art. Thank you Leart for taking us on this journey of light 👌😎

The 22nd episode of  Kosovo Clubbing Podcast  with the talented film director and sound design maestro, Leart Rama. Leart Rama is a film director who found his calling in the art of sound design. He uses his raw and intimate connection between sound and emotion to bring his films to life and thus immersed himself in the subgenres of electronic music, opening new levels of creativity.  Leart's DJ sets and films are a reflection of life itself.  From the rawest noise to the most ethereal ambiance, he pushes the boundaries of the possible and takes his audience on a journey into the unknown. As a key part of the Servis organization , Leart is determined to make his mark on the stage, telling stories through the power of music and pushing the boundaries of what is possible.  This is the essence of true art and a reflection of Leart Rama 's fearless spirit. Enjoy listening to the slowed-down trance set of Leart Rama, something that he is really into recently! Kosovo Clubb

For our 21st edition of the Kosovo Clubbing podcast, we are presenting a young talented DJ,  Armir . The story behind the artwork ;)  Armir is a dj of electronic music, based in Prishtina, Kosovo. He's part of  Servis organization which is one of the leading techno promoters in this area.  He has been a part of the music scene since 2021, and has performed in various cities such as Shkodër, Tirana, and Beograd, as well as being streamed from places like London and Skopje.  His music style can be described as a fusion of techno, hypnotic, EBM, and slow-burning beats.  Enjoy Armir's set, feel the intensity of techno on the lights and everywhere!     Kosovo Clubbing · Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 021 I Armir

Adriana Lopez, a Colombian electronic artist hailed as one of techno's most influential figures by London's Fabric, has opened the doors to her studio.  Born in Colombia, Adriana Lopez entered the electronic scene in Bogotá in the late 90s, taking her place behind the DJ desk for the first time.  A significant milestone in her career came when she moved to Barcelona in 2003 to pursue studies in audio engineering and music production. Barcelona became her home, and her career soared to great heights.  Fabric , based in London, acknowledged her immeasurable contributions to the techno genre in her 20-year career.  Her influence extends not only in Colombia but also throughout South America.  To establish a platform for her releases, she launched her own label, Gray Report, in 2013. Through this label, she provides opportunities to young producers who share a similar sound.  But what does Adriana Lopez's personal space look like when she's not touring? In an interview, sh

NGOM Fest, the electrifying music celebration that originated in Prizren, Kosovo, is a unique event that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Balkan.  NGOM Fest is a four-day festival that celebrates music, culture, and community. It is an event that draws music lovers from all over the world to Prizren, where they can experience the different kind od music scene of Kosovo.  The festival's name comes from the Gheg Albanian dialect, where "Ngom" translates to "Listen to me," and "Fest" stands for "Festival." The aim of the festival is to not only showcased the best of Kosovo's music but also brought people from different ethnicities together.  The festival is a platform for up-and-coming bands and performers, giving them the opportunity to present their talents to a wider audience. The festival organizers believe in supporting local artists and creating a new outlook on Kosovo's music festivals.  The festival not only celebr