kimpossible Posted January 30 Report Share Posted January 30 Saturday, February 7th, 2008[ K O N T R O L ]minimal techno + avant houseevery 1st Saturday at The Endupfeaturing from Berlin:MIKE SHANNON (Cynosure . Plus 8 . Wagon Repair)(Dumb-Unit . Force Inc . Num . ~scape)A DJ since age 12, Mike Shannon had been anintegral member of the Canadian techno communitycentered out of Montreal and a respected player onthe international scene for over a decade prior to hisrecent move to Berlin. Whether it's putting out jackin',quirky minimal techno and house on his ownCynosure label, or producing acclaimed music onsome of the world's finest labels such as his recentMemory Tree album on Plus8, Mike's total submersion into the techno world is a reflection of his passionand dedication to sharing great music with the world.and special guest from Minneapols:DUSTIN ZAHN - live pa(Enemy . Drumcode . Droid Recordings . Rekids)Dustin Zahn's distinctive brand of dark and heady peak-hour techno has quickly carved him a placeamongst the best in the business. 2008 was a hugeyear for this talented young artist, and with a stellar string of releases on Drumcode, Droid Recordings,and his own Enemy Records, 2009 shows no signsof slowing.with [KONTROL] residents:NIKOLA BAYTALA (S.W.A.T. . Robsoul . Junior Boys Own)http://www.myspace.com/nikolaswatCRAIG KUNA (Platform . ESDJCO)http://www.myspace.com/craig1ALLAND BYALLO (Nightlight . Auralism . Leibe*Detail)http://www.myspace.com/allandSAMMY D (Classic . Dirtybird . Utensil)http://www.myspace.com/sammydoyle____________________________________________________The ENDUP401 6th St @ Harrison, SF10pm - 6am / 21+ / $15 til 2amhttp://www.theendup.comFREE before 11pm!____________________________________________________[KONTROL] on MySpace:http://www.myspace.com/kontrolsfFlyer front:Flyer back:Poster:___________________________________________________MIKE SHANNON (bio courtesy of residentadvisor.net)It’s been 10 years since Mike Shannon started making a name for himself on the international techno scene as a DJ, producer and label owner. Now, having relocated to Berlin from Valencia via Montreal in 2007 he’s recently crowned his first decade of active service with Memory Tree, his third full length to date, and his debut for another notable Canadian export - Richie Hawtin’s Plus 8 Records. Over the years, Mike has well proven that it’s not just his music that makes him such a valuable asset to the techno community, it’s his total dedication to the cause. Whether finding him standing behind a record shop counter or searching out new talent for his labels, it’s always been about bringing people together and investing in the future of the scene. Mike first got the vinyl bug at the tender age of 12, buying house and techno tunes at Play de Record in Toronto and by 15 his turntable skills were already landing him gigs at local underground parties and clubs. From then on, Mike’s musical world expanded rapidly thanks in no small part to Detroit’s influential WJLB radio station which turned him on to U.R., Juan Atkins and Kevin Saunderson - influences that still play a big role in his approach to music today. To satisfy his appetite for all things Techno, he was soon managing the orders at Speed Records in his hometown of Kitchener, Ontario where he continued his education; importing cutting edge sounds from across Europe.Throughout that time, Mike was out DJing and clubbing from Detroit to Toronto, making connections and building up a solid network of producers and artists, which led to the inevitable formation of his own label Cynosure in 1999. A couple of years later, he teamed up with Jeff Milligan on the more experimental Revolver Canada imprint. Both labels have since developed into highly respected and trusted sources, subsequently raising the profile of Canada’s electronic music scene by providing then unknown producers such as Akufen and Deadbeat an international platform to spread their distinctive sound throughout the world. Beyond developing homegrown talent, both imprints continue to invite an inspired selection of international artists including Pier Bucci, Monolake and Brett Johnson to name a few. For Mike it’s always been a question of choosing uncompromising artists who possess a unique and original voice - an attitude that also defines his own work whether recording as John Shananigans, The Sunaj Assassins or under his own name. There’s a distinctive feel to his music that’s both dark and soulful, that stays true to his roots while embracing the future and never fails to deliver a flurry of kick-ass, funk infected beats easily proven by a volley of timeless singles over the years and his two previous full lengths. Take 2001’s Slight of Hand on Force Inc - an album that cemented his reputation as an up-and-coming Minimal Techno producer and 2005’s Possible Conclusions to Stories That Never End - a collection of chilled-out Electronica inspired by his musical odyssey through out Chile in 2003. Mike’s recent move to Berlin represents the fulfillment of another chapter in his musical career and with so many influential Canadian producers having taken up residence in the German capital over the last few years, it’s a chance to hook up with old friends again and start collaborating on new plans and ideas, just like the old days. Then of course there’s the new album, the accompanying remix projects and the immediate matter of fatherhood to make 2008 something of a milestone both professionally and personally.===> LINKS: Mike Shannon/Cynosure on MySpace:http://www.myspace.com/cynrecordingsMike Shannon's discography: http://www.discogs.com/artist/Mike%20ShannonMike Shannon's website:http://www.cynosure-recordings.com/Review of Memory Tree w/ music samples:http://www.littlewhiteearbuds.com/mike-shannon-memory-tree/===> MUSIC:Mike Shannon @ Watergate, Berlin (streaming)http://www.cynbookings.com/?p=6#artistaudioMike Shannon - Live @ DEMF - Underground Stage 05.28.05http://www.kontrolsf.com/AUD/Mike_Shannon_@_DEMF_2005.mp3===> VIDEO:Mike Shannon @ Cityfox, Zurich Interview with Mike Shannon ____________________________________________________DUSTIN ZAHNAfter being influenced by mix-tapes of artists such as Richie Hawtin, Dustin began writing music purely for fun. Shortly after, Dustin met future-partner Ian Lehman, who was established in the mid-west rave scene. Ian explained to him that music similar to his was played at parties called raves. Ian invited him to one of his shows and Dustin took his offer to see what he was talking about. After being exposed to just one party, Dustin knew this was his future. Dustin started doing a Live PA at various local parties and quickly became a favorite. After a year, Dustin stepped up to the decks and won just as much respect as he did with his productions. In early 2001, Dustin and Ian both agreed to take things to the next level. They put a halt on bookings and concentrated on the studio. A year later their work had emerged onto vinyl and all over the internet, creating a serious buzz. Abiotic was born, and the duo formed The Attack People. A few words can easily describe Dustin Zahn's style: moody, tribal, dark, and hypnotic. Since Dustin co-founded Abiotic Recordings with Ian Lehman in 2001, he's finished projects for labels such as Invasion, Mankind, Compound, GFR, Humanoid, and many others. His tracks have received support from many of techno's top DJs, including Adam Beyer, Ben Sims, Chris Liebing, Dave Clarke, Umek, Cari Lekebusch, Patrik Skoog, and countless more. Together with partner Ian Lehman they perform a Live PA under the moniker "The Attack People," a project concentrating on moody, futuristic funk for both the mind and dance floor. Zahn is also known for his diverse DJ sets which have brought him all over the U.S., to Europe, and South America. When not in the studio or DJing around the globe, he also co-promotes some of Minneapolis' biggest techno parties.In recent years Dustin has made a steady ascent into the upper echelons of techno producers as a solo artist, with releases like "Moving The Chains" on Drumcode and "Analog God" on Droid Recordings, as well as many more on his own label, Enemy Records. Future releases include a remix for Dubfire, as well as tracks on Paco Osuna's Mindshake, Radio Slave's Rekids, and Adam Beyer's Truesoul labels. Clearly on a roll, Dustin Zahn is certainly a name the techno world will be hearing much more of.===> LINKS: Dustin Zahn's website:http://www.enemyrecords.com/Dustin Zahn on MySpace (with music samples):http://www.myspace.com/dustinzahnDustin Zahn's discography:http://www.discogs.com/artist/dustin%20zahn===> MUSIC:Dustin Zahn - Summer in Minneapolis (DJ promo mix, June 2008)http://www.kontrolsf.com/AUD/Dustin_Zahn_-_Summer_in_Mpls.mp3Dustin Zahn - From My Basement to Yours (DJ promo mix, February 2008)http://www.kontrolsf.com/AUD/Dustin_Zahn_-_From_My_Basement_to_Yours.mp3===> VIDEO:Dustin Zahn - Live @ Foundation Nightclub, Minneapolis 07.29.08 Dustin Zahn in Italyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGuvWeYXTsE___________________________________________________http://www.kontrolsf.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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