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Toolroom founder Mark Knight wins 2024 EMDA Icon Award in Miami

Renowned DJ and house music producer Mark Knight has won the coveted Icon Award at the 2024 Electronic Dance Music Awards.

It’s a well-deserved win for Knight, a tried-and-true trailblazer whose record label, Toolroom, has deeply influenced the dance music industry for two decades. The imprint, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, has been a launching pad for countless artists since its 2003 inception.

Thanks to Knight’s cerebral approach to production, the terra firma beneath his music’s feet has always been permeated with soul. In addition to his bottomless abyss of generational house anthems, Knight’s remix work has also been pivotal, reinventing classics like Avicii’s “My Feelings For You” and giving them new life for a modern audience.

“My entire career in music has been driven by my love of music,” Knight tells EDM.com. “That’s why I got into it, and why I’m still doing it today. For me it was never about awards, but the fact that people have recognized my passion and contribution to music is incredibly overwhelming and I’d like to say a huge thank you to the EDMAs and to each and every person who has supported me throughout my career.”

Mark Knight’s revered stature within the world of electronic music world is already assured. With a career that stretches across three decades, highlighted by his innovative work as a DJ, producer, and the force behind Toolroom Records, Knight’s journey is marked by significant milestones and a relentless drive to push the boundaries of house music.

Founded in 2003, Toolroom Records has emerged as a global powerhouse in electronic music, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023. Under Knight’s leadership, Toolroom has not only been a label but a beacon for innovation in event organization, radio broadcasting, and musical education. Its weekly radio series, Toolroom Radio, commands an audience of over 16 million listeners, highlighting the label’s broad appeal.

For more info on Mark Knight and Toolroom, head to: https://toolroomrecords.com

Change The Beat and mau5trap Records launch remix contest

FULL INFO AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS HERE:
https://www.labelradar.com/opportunities/mau5trapchangethebeatcontest/portal

Open to woman, trans and non-binary artists, Change the Beat and mau5trap announce a competition to remix deadmau5 and LIGHTS’ ‘When The Summer Dies’.

deadmau5 is one of the world’s most respected electronic music producers of modern times. The multiple JUNO Award-winning and GRAMMY®-nominated artist’s ability to push the boundaries of his talent grows at an equal rate to his fan base. Throughout her career thus far, Lights has garnered four JUNO Awards, including “Dance Recording of the Year” and “Pop Album of the Year”. She has sold out tours on multiple continents and powered collaborations with deadmau5, Kaskade, Travis Barker, Steve Aoki, Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park, and more.

Over a decade since its formation, mau5trap — the independent record label founded by groundbreaking electronic music producer deadmau5 — has become a bastion for trailblazing and genre-defying artists. Casting a palpable influence over the genre, Mixmag readers voted mau5trap among the “Top 50 Labels of the Decade”, placing it in the Top 10.

Here is your opportunity to remix ‘When the Summer Dies’ for a chance at an official release along with other great prizes!

All entries must be submitted here by 11:59pm PST on Thursday April 4, 2024

https://www.labelradar.com/opportunities/mau5trapchangethebeatcontest/portal

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How To Enter:

Step 1 – Confirm you meet the entry requirements
Step 2 – Click ‘Download Stems’ below
Step 3 – Submit your remix here on LabelRadar before the deadline by using the button below. Make sure you have a profile picture and social links updated!
Step 4 – Join the Change the Beat Discord Server

PRIZES:

1st Place will receive:
Chance to win an official release on mau5trap
Native Instruments KOMPLETE ULTIMATE

2nd Place will receive:
Native Instruments KOMPLETE 14

3rd Place will receive:
Native Instruments MASSIVE X

Please note the Key & BPM:
BPM: 128
Key: F Major

In addition to the usual LabelRadar Contest Terms and Conditions, please note the following entry requirements:

– Please research past releases on the label. Winners will only be given a chance to release if it fits the label’s style
– Create a remix over 3 minutes in duration
– Must identify as a woman or gender non-conforming
– Have legal rights to all sounds used in your remix
– Entrants must use at least two of the stems provided
– Be prepared to show project files
– One entry per person. You can upload improved versions though

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CHANGE THE BEAT LINKS

https://www.23by23.com/

Conor Krane ‘It Melts Off My Bones’

Artist: Conor Krane
Title: It Melts Off My Bones
Label: White Owl
Cat. #: WHITEOWL003
Format: Digital, vinyl
Release Date: 22.03.2024
Tracklist:
01. It Melts Off My Bones
02. Side Eye
03. Wet Roof
04. Off Planet
05. It Melts Off My Bones (ARTM Remix)

Buy link: https://conorkrane.bandcamp.com/album/it-melts-off-my-bones

White Owl Records are a vinyl and digital label based in Brooklyn, USA and have a focus on live and machine-driven techno from its wonderful underground scene.

Conor Krane is one of the White Owl label owner’s and he steps up on his first appearance titled ‘It Melts Off My Bones’ to make his mark with four excellent original tracks.

Opening remix duty, Artem Velychko aka ARTM is also a Brooklyn-based artist originally from the Ukraine, who introduces his latest alias following some quality self-released works as Svavillya.

Second of the remixes welcomes back Carlos Aguilar aka Concrete Husband, an exciting artist who has a high pedigree from the world of classical music, has now found his home in techno. Not only a producer, he also an in demand DJ, playing regularly around NYC hotspots, and will soon be touring Europe.

“It Melts Off My Bones” has skittering percussion, hazy vocals, and swirling melodies over filtered kicks. “Side Eye” has an acid element as its main feature while haunting vocals add another dimension to its depth. “Wet Roof” has a bouncing groove in the form of a stabbing bassline, as metallic shimmers and abstract samples create a unique and twisted vibe. The last original, “Off Planet,” aims at a more hypnotic tone as its cavernous style and droning tones develop into a rare mix of dance floor energy and introspection.

ARTM turns things up a notch on his remix of the title track “It Melts Off My Bones” as a jackin’ spirit is met with quirky sound effects, tribal hits for a funky rework. Concrete Husband closes out the EP with a remix of “Off Planet” using a throbbing bassline and thundering kicks with detailed hi-hat sound design to strip things back in a superb new interpretation.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/white-owl-records
https://soundcloud.com/conorkrane

Katerina ‘One EP’

Artist: Katerina
Title: One EP
Label: Rekids
Cat. #: REKIDS236
Format: Digital, vinyl
Release Date: 08.03.2024
Tracklist:
A1 One
A2 One (Aleksi Perälä Remix)
B1 Papu
B2 Look Into My Eyes

Buy link: https://orcd.co/rekids236

Finnish/Bulgarian music producer Katerina, who runs the labels Émotsiya and Kotarak, gets released on Radio Slave’s Rekids with the four tracker ‘One EP’. As overall the whole sound shares a carefree and late night vibe, while beams oldschool and analogic inspired synths. The drum patterns are carefully assembled with typical rhythms and sounds from drum machines, recalling to precious sound research and knowledge of the past. Sometimes the time seems suspended during the playback, a result which is difficult to achieve in these contemporary times, when thousands of meaningless tracks gets released each day.

“This record was born out of the longing for emotional intimacy in a world of fast technology. There was a very natural flow to writing the music and the songs felt as if they wrote themselves. To be able to work with my all-time favourite Finnish artist, Aleksi Perälä, is a dream come true. Not only do I love his music, but his humane approach to life. We are one, and we shouldn’t forget that. It’s important to stop and be present not only for others but for yourself and the universe too.” – Katerina

More info:

Katerina Instagram – Soundcloud
Rekids Instagram – Soundcloud – Beatport

UNO Malta announces jam-packed 2024 festival

UNO Malta announces jam-packed 2024 festival season hosting the likes of XXL Festival, Fisher’s TRIIP Weekender, elrow, Defected, Anjunadeep, DLT Malta and more

Launch Party also announced for May 2nd feat two incredible acts – Mochakk and Korolova

One of the biggest and best open air clubs in the Med will be a party hub for the island’s biggest events

UNO, Malta
Summer 2024

Tickets

UNO, one of Malta’s longest-running and most renowned nightclubs, has announced an action-packed summer season, playing host to the island’s biggest and best festivals.

With a capacity of up to 9000 across four spaces, including Main Room, TreeHaus, Roots and Heart and boasting a mammoth custom-made Funktion 1 sound system, UNO is the largest open-air venue on the island, making it a perfect party hub for the summer’s most anticipated events.

First up in the UNO calendar is its grand opening party on 1st May, featuring the inimitable Mochakk and incredible Kiev DJ and producer Korolova. Starting the summer right with what is set to be one of the biggest parties of the year!

XXL, Rong Festival and Sunny Side Festival arrive soon after, before the return of Fisher’s TRIIP Festival for its second edition at the end of the month. Abode on the Rock and DLT Festival follow in June.

Later in the season, elrow Island brings its eye-popping production to UNO in September, before Anjunadeep, Defected and Colour International land in October in for a late summer salvo.

UNO is run by 356 Group, who have gained an international reputation as Malta’s leading festivals organisers and promoters, partnering with legendary brands and iconic artists to produce unforgettable live experiences and build a growing legacy on the Maltese Isles.

Past UNO events have included TRIIP Festival by Fisher launching his first international festival in Malta in 2023, Defected’s debut in 2022, Marco Carola, Martinez Brothers, Joseph Capriati and Sasha + Digweed as part of the Gringos season in 2019, and Paul Kalkbrenner, Loco Dice & Green Velvet at SummerDaze in the same year. Going back to 2016, UNO hosted Lost & Found with Annie Mac, Disclosure, Mark Ronson, Stormzy and many more, as well as Solomon & Pete Tong for IMS.

Malta’s Uno is without a doubt one of the most exciting destinations in Europe this Summer, hosting a number of incredible festivals within its extensive grounds, not to mention the thousands of party goers enjoying its unique and exhilarating atmosphere. Lauded as the home of Malta’s nightlife as well as being the largest open air venue on the island, Uno is truly an unmissable destination in 2024.

Follow UNO:
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Hotboxx & Vampire Sex ‘My Thing’

Artist: Vampire Sex
Title: Look Into My Eyes
Label: Whoyostro
Cat. #: WHW275
Format: Digital
Release Date: 10.03.2024
Tracklist:
1. Look Into My Eyes
2. My Thing (feat. Hotboxx)
3. Lil Fill
4. Madonna

Coming back with another groovy House track, Hotboxx drops another release as part of Vampire Sex’s new EP ‘Look Into My Eyes’, via Whoyostro, the track titled ‘My Thing’, is a production that’s sure to keep the listeners on the dancefloor. Known for his signature sound and style, Hotboxx has continue to rise in the Electronic Dance music scene, having perfected his craft for over a decade, the expertise and qualities that he brings to the table are undeniable, as he continues to express himself through vibrant productions, episodes of his radio show ‘All The Smoke’, and dynamic DJ performances, as his distinct funky sound continues to evolve and expand, inspiring and gaining recognition from audiences around the globe.

After a string of successful collaboration together, with the release of release of ‘Roatan’ and the EP ‘Wanna Know Sumthing About Ya’, Hotboxx and Vampire Sex join forces once more to bring yet another energetic production for listeners to enjoy, merging their styles and delivering a listening experience that is both vivacious and compelling, these two artists are ready to present their latest work.

The feel-good track, ‘My Thing’, takes the listener on a sonic journey that starts with a slow-build that then creates a momentum and space for uplifting soulful vocals to shine. The progression and rhythm of the track creates an anticipation with shuffled beats, booming thumps, pulsating bass lines, and layering with edgy guitar riffs, delivering a groovy House track that is infectious and inviting. With this release, Vampire Sex present this fun collaboration with Hotboxx, as a taste of the musical and diverse rich culture of the Miami music scene.

Stay tuned for updates from Hotboxx and follow him via social media on all major flatforms, as this producer promises new hard-hitting productions, as he continues to make a great feat in the House music scene. Immerse yourself with this latest danceable release, ‘My Thing’. out now on Whoyostro White Label and available to stream, and download across platforms.

Listen and Buy ‘My Thing’:
https://open.spotify.com/track/2mskt90wPzhEq3B3JsPQJA?si=ca222cadbf374ffc
Beatport

Hotboxx Online
Soundcloud | Instagram | Beatport

Vampire Sex Online
Soundcloud | Instagram | Beatport

Whoyostro Online
Instagram | Soundcloud | Beatport

Toolroom Miami Pool Party At The National With Mark Knight, Solardo And More

TOOLROOM POOL PARTY AT THE NATIONAL, MIAMI

DATE: SUNDAY 24 MARCH

LINEUP (A-Z): AMAL NEMER / CRUSY B2B TONY ROMERA / DARIUS SYROSSIAN / GENE FARRIS / JAMES HURR / KC LIGHTS / MARK KNIGHT / NOIZU B2B MARTIN IKIN / OFFAIAH / SLOARDO

TICKETS: https://Toolroom.lnk.to/MiamiPoolPartyAS

Impeccable Music. An unparalleled atmosphere. Join Toolroom in Miami.

Toolroom, the renowned global music brand, is set to conclude Miami Music Week with its legendary pool party at The National Hotel on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Known for delivering an electrifying atmosphere, exceptional location, and unparalleled music, Toolroom’s Miami Pool Party is a must-attend event for electronic music enthusiasts and last year’s edition was one for the most talked about parties of MMW.

This year’s lineup boasts an impressive array of talent, featuring Mark Knight, Solardo, Noizu, Gene Farris, Darius Syrossian, Crusy, Tony Romera, Martin Ikin, KC Lights, among other very special guests, promising an unforgettable closing party experience from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET.

Toolroom has consistently been at the forefront of the electronic music scene, showcasing a fusion of house, disco, tech house, and techno. The brand, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2023, has become a staple in the global music community, hosting events worldwide and nurturing new talent through the Toolroom Academy.

The Miami Toolroom Pool Parties are celebrated for their legendary status within Miami Music Week, offering attendees an opportunity to experience the best in electronic music amidst South Beach’s iconic setting. The event, set against the backdrop of the city’s largest infinity-edge pool, transports party-goers to a time of style and substance.

Tickets are available for purchase, but act fast as this highly anticipated event is expected to sell out.

Join Toolroom at The National Hotel for a day into night celebration that epitomizes the essence of Miami Music Week. Experience the energy, the music, and the unforgettable moments that only Toolroom can deliver.

For more info and tickets to all Toolroom shows, head to: https://toolroomrecords.com/events

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TOOLROOM LINKS

https://toolroomrecords.com
https://www.instagram.com/toolroomrecords
https://soundcloud.com/toolroomrecords
https://www.facebook.com/toolroomrecords
https://twitter.com/toolroomrecords

Carla Durisch ‘Moist’

Artist: Carla Durisch
Title: Moist
Label: THRPY
Cat. #: THRPY001
Format: Digital
Release Date: 15.03.2024
Tracklist:
1. Moist

Buy link: https://lostart.co/carla_durisch_moist.ZNS

Carla Durisch launches her new record label THRPY with debut track “Moist” dropping on the 15th of March. The label will be an outlet for the artist to explore the raw edges of house & techno.

Living in Zurich, Carla is an exciting DJ and producer whose style, despite diving deep, is full of energy and a knowing sense of humour.

2023 was a big year for Durisch who played over 90 shows that included Ibiza, Berlin, Miami, Dubai, Bali; her native Switzerland, alongside other parts of the world.

Her debut EP, ‘I Just Wanna Dance,’ came out via Damian Lazarus’ Crosstown Rebels, and featured a remix by the legendary Seth Troxler. Any producer whose first release comes via record labels such as Crosstown is destined for big things.

THRPY is the next chapter in Carla’s evolution as an artist, and the record label’s title is a play on the word ‘Therapy’ which is her go to remedy; a cathartic passion for sound that provides an escape from the daily grind.

Not only is THRPY a record label, but it’s also an events, merchandise and fashion brand that’ll include upcycling and a focus on FLINTA+ talent, subjects that Carla is particularly passionate about. Speaking in her own words, “Music, dancing, and clubbing have always been my lifelong therapeutic companions. Club culture, like no other art form, creates a unique haven where individuals of diverse backgrounds, generations, unconventional lifestyles, and orientations can find their own space of freedom.”

“Moist,” the first release on THRPY, is a track with tense synths and smouldering vocals. Its raw percussion and swelling pads are underpinned by an acid bassline, and its analogue groove has hints of Detroit-inspired electro.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/carladurisch

Lorna James ‘Stratosphere’

Artist: Lorna James
Title: Stratosphere
Label: Monde Ambient
Format: Digital
Release Date: 08.03.2024

“Terrific” album from a “rare talent” – John Altman, Emmy award-winning composer

“Really sophisticated…Bloody brilliant!” – Stephen Keeling, Tony award-winning composer

Talented Pianist and music Producer Lorna James is ready to unveil her debut Ambient album ‘Stratosphere’. Released under Monde Ambient, a sub-label of Flipside Records, ‘Stratosphere’, on March 8^th, which is International Women’s Day. This album showcases Lorna James’ latest sonic explorations; an evocative and immersive listening experience that provides an expansive and tranquil soundscape for listeners.

A pianist and composer with a classical music background, as a pianist and Composer, Lorna James ventured into the Electronic Dance music world, exploring different genres. She has released House, Deep House and Progressive House tracks, and has honed her skills as a Producer and Composer, and developed a signature style and sound. This 9-track album is a compelling and inspiring listen, which highlights her venture into the Ambient genre.

About the album and its title, ‘Stratosphere’, Lorna James comments:

“If you imagine yourself floating in the stratosphere looking down, we are all on this beautiful blue spinning piece of rock. No matter who you are or where you live on, your feet are on this earth. And that is the one thing that we all share regardless of race, sex, religion, background. We are all connected to each other. When we look outside ourselves and our immediate needs and desires, humanity is our commonality, and it should be celebrated.”

The album’s 9 tracks bring a refreshing yet uplifting experience, that blend her classical background with complex harmonies and bright melodies, alongside almost nostalgic pads and textural sonic elements. The ethereal and spacious soundscape throughout the album creates an all-encompassing energy. James’s productions have received recent recognition, having reached the finals of the UK Songwriting Contest in 2023.

Follow Lorna James across social media to remain updated on her latest releases and new projects, as this is only the beginning of a promising release schedule from this skillful Producer in 2024. ‘Stratosphere’ is out now and available in all major online stores and leasing streaming platforms.

Listen to ‘Stratosphere’ now
https://open.spotify.com/album/3hhCbSU8kqAsexqxDRoxKa?si=CwRSmbDLSfyeaux6Xjrn8Q

Lorna James Online:

Beatport | Spotify | Instagram

Home Again Club Festival returns with 100-hour non-stop music marathon in Berlin

Home Again, the renowned Berlin-based label, is thrilled to announce the return of the Home Again Club Festival, set to take place from Wednesday, May 8th, 23:00, through to Monday, May 13th, 04:00 am, making it a spectacular 100-hour non-stop music extravaganza.

Tickets: https://ra.co/events/1865978

Date: 8th – 13th May

Location: RSO.Berlin (Schnellerstrasse 137 12439, Berlin)

Following the success of last year’s inaugural club festival, the 2024 edition promises to be their most daring and outrageous to date featuring a broad spectrum by names like Marlon Hoffstadt, Patrick Mason or dj sweet6teen.

Taking place on four different stages and a designated panel and workshop space at the iconic RSO Berlin and its neighbouring grounds, the unparalleled event will kickstart the German festival season with an authentic celebration of electronic music, featuring diverse, high-calibre level of artists and showcases from Club Heart Broken, Heisss and Sachsentrance.The festival is designed to create a safe environment for everyone while being affordable and accessible to all.

Nils Thabo Gelfort, founder of Home Again says, “The Home Again Club Festival is our approach to showcasing the diverse nuances that exist in electronic music today. More than anything, it’s a lineup of artists we love. It’s pretty simple actually. The timetable has been curated in a way that one could potentially stay the whole 100 hours and not get bored, but of course, we suggest taking a break in-between, then coming straight back for round 2 or 3 or however many rounds you can fit in 100 hours”

Weekend Tickets for the Home Again Club Festival are on sale alongside Phase One of the artist lineup: https://ra.co/events/1865978. Day tickets will go on sale with the full line up announcement soon.

Phase One (A-Z)
ALCATRAZ
All Shade
Amy Dabbs
André Dancekowski
Atreo
Bae Blade
BÈRF
Bjarki
Black Loops
Blame the Booker
Dekmantel Soundsystem
Disguised
DJ AYA
DJ BORING b2b MALUGI
dj sweet6teen
Eva Selezneva
ferrari rot
Héctor Oaks
Ian Pooley
Indigo Plateaux
Justin Tinderdate
LB aka LABAT
LUV ATTACK
Mareike Bautz
Marlon Hoffstadt
Meg10
Meggy
MRD
Patrick Mason
RaverPik
Roman Flügel
Sabu!
Sandilé
Spacer Woman
Surf 2 Glory
Thabo
Thalo Santana
The Jakob Sister
Tiago Oudman
TOXIMAMI
Tsepo
u.r.trax
Underground Resistance pres. Mark Flash*live
Viikatory

Takeovers by:

Club Heart Broken
Heisss§
Sachsenstrance

And many more to be announced soon

Festival Highlights:

– 100 hours of non-stop music and more

– 50 cross-genre artists

– Stage hostings by Club Heart Broken, Sachsentrance and Heisss

– Two warehouses, an enormous outdoor area, an industrial open-air stage and non-music lab

– Topical panels and masterclasses

– Custom-built Kirsch Audio sound system

Ticket Information:

To keep things simple there are only three different types of tickets:

– Day ticket: €25, valid for a single entry, no re-entry

– 5-Day-Festival ticket (standard): €39, covers the entire event, but re-entry incurs an additional €7 each time.

– 5-Day-Festival ticket (unlimited): €49, encompasses the entire event, permitting unlimited re-entry at no extra cost.

This means you can potentially rave for just €0.39 per hour.