For its first release, Caprices Music relies on Brizman, an Israeli based in Berlin. In a competitive market of international DJs and producers, Brizman’s distinctive sound consistently delights the hearts of listeners.
He has produced a massive collection of minimal house tracks that have already been released on renowned labels. Now he’s hitting his notes on Caprices Music with two original tracks “Mama Shelly feat. Linn Stern” and “Berlin Moment” in tribute to the recent death of his mother. If one is a melancholic and haunting ballad, the other is distinguished by a deep but heavy sound.
As for the remixes, Tripmastaz and Silat Beksi deliver two dancefloor bomb. The remix of Silat Beksi will appear only on the vinyl version.
Artist(s): Brizman, Linn Stern, Silat Beksi, Tripmastaz
Title: Mama Shelly
Record Label: CAPRICES MUSIC
Catalogue Number: CAPRICESMUSIC001
Release Date: 26th February 2023
Tracklist:
1) Mama Shelly feat. Linn Stern (Original Mix)
2) Berlin Moment (Original Mix)
3) Berlin Moment (Silat Beksi Remix)
4) Mama Shelly feat. Linn Stern (Tripmastaz Remix ‘The ones who love us will miss us’)
5) Mama Shelly feat. Linn Stern (Tripmastaz Remix ‘but until then we dance’)
Tuesday 14 March – The finalists have been revealed for the seventh annual Heavy Music Awards, with the event again recognising the most influential and ground-breaking artists and creatives in the heavy music world. Leading the way with an incredible five nominations are Vukovi, closely followed by Nova Twins, Halestorm and Ghost who receive four nods each. This year, the celebration will reach new heights with the ceremony taking place at the legendary OVO Arena Wembley on 26 May, this makes it the biggest rock music awards ceremony ever held in the UK. Tickets for the event will be available soon.
The prestigious shortlist has been crafted by a panel of almost 1,000 industry experts, ahead of heavy music fans themselves having the final say. The winners will be decided exclusively by public vote – now open until 14 April here vote.heavymusicawards.com.
Leading the nominations and simultaneously making HMA history with the most nominations received by one act ever – an incredible five nods – are scorching Scottish two-piece Vukovi. The band have been championed by the event from its inception having made their debut as performers at the inaugural Heavy Music Awards in 2017.
Vukovi lead vocalist Janine Shilstone said: “Being the first and only band to receive 5 nominations in one year in the history of the HMAs has given us such a sense of purpose and achievement. We feel seen, and we feel heard. My younger self would be so proud of me and everything I’ve overcome at this point. I’m so excited about the future of female and non-binary in this genre and industry There is room for EVERYONE”.
Andy Pritchard of the HMAs says: “Once again the HMA finalists showcase the spectacular breadth of talent across the rock and metal scene. To see so many different styles and sub-genres represented – in addition to the diversity across all the artists – proves once again that the heavy music landscape is as vibrant and non-apologetic as ever.
Also receiving multiple nominations with four a piece are the stratospheric double BRIT Award nominated Nova Twins, ferociously charismatic Halestorm and world renowned metal giants Ghost closely follow. Also highly decorated receiving three accolades are HMA mainstays and newcomers alike Cassyette, Witch Fever, Architects, Parkway Drive, Creeper, Bad Omens, Polyphia, Static Dress and Electric Callboy
Previous dominators Architects will fight to make it a fourth win in the Best Album category after huge successes in 2022, 2019 and 2017. They are set to face tough competition from metal monarchs Slipknot, who are also in the running. Plus, 2023 marks Bad Omens’ HMAs debut, with a nomination for their innovative album The Death of Peace of Mind. Also up for Best Album are Ghost, Halestorm, Nova Twins and Vukovi.
The hotly anticipated, Best UK Artist category is a reflection of the monumental year the British heavy scene has had. The category boasts mainstream breakthroughs including MOBO winning Bob Vylan, Nova Twins and dizzyingly viral Sleep Token. Also on the shortlist are Creeper, Holding Absence, Malevolence and Vukovi.
Best Single sees huge anthems from Architects with ‘When We Were Young’ and Bring Me The Horizon’s ‘sTraNgeRs’, both bands are poised to add to their extensive HMAs trophy collection. Enter Shikari are also nominated with their Wargasm collaboration on ‘The Void Stares Back’ and Creeper with Ghost Brigade, teasing their upcoming album. Ghost’s ‘Call Me Little Sunshine’, Ithaca with ‘They Fear Us’ and Neck Deep’s ‘STFU’ are also strong contenders.
The four breakthrough categories once again showcases the fantastically diverse fresh face of heavy music today. Trailblazing New Dehli metallers Bloodywood, punk powerhouse Cassyette and vividly unique post-hardcore outfit Static Dress, are in the running for Best Breakthrough Album, alongside Charlotte Sands, Heriot, Wargasm and Witch Fever. The BestUK Breakthrough Artist category sees Cody Frost’s rave-punk, Lake Malice’s alt-metal and ground-breaking rock-rap representatives Delilah Bon and Kid Bookie all vying for the title with As December Falls, Blackgold and ZAND. Similarly, Best International Breakthrough Artist pits the electrifying new talents of Charlotte Sands, Scene Queen, ZULU, Scowl, Chat Pile, Soul Blind and LS Dunes against each other for the coveted award.
Brand new for this year, the Best Breakthrough Live Artist nominations are populated by acerbic doom-punk purveyors Witch Fever, As Everything Unfolds, Cassyette, Heriot, Joey Valence & Brae, Lake Malice and Static Dress.
Alongside the other Live Artist categories, celebrating the iconic performances from the last year. Nominations for UK contenders including Biffy Clyro’s explosive headline set at Download Festival, as well as Creeper, Enter Shikari, Neck Deep, Nova Twins, Skindred and Vukovi. Another category making its debut in 2023, Best International Live Artist finalists are represented by My Chemical Romance for their revered return to UK stages, unparalleled festival-set titans Turnstile, as well as Alexisonfire, Electric Callboy, Ghost, Halestorm and Parkway Drive.
The stars and stripes also fly proudly over half of the nominees in Best International Artist, with the likes of Polyphia and I Prevail, facing off against Canadian neighbours Spiritbox who have gone from strength to strength since their 2021 HMAs victory and German electronicore outfit Electric Callboy. Bad Omens and Ghost are also shortlisted.
Switching focus to behind the scenes, the Heavy Music Awards also champion the wider team, with Best Production, Best Video and Best Album Artwork categories, recognising the engineers, designers, directors and editors who all play a vital role in a project’s success.
The Best Festival category returns to the awards, as events did in full force last summer. Calendar staples Download, 2000trees, Slam Dunk and Hellfest make the final list, alongside Outbreak, Aftershock and Bring Me The Horizon & Friends Malta Weekender earning their first nominations.
Organiser Andy Pritchard continued to comment: “For us, it’s another chance to send the wider world a reminder that there is life-affirming, vital music being created every single day by people from all backgrounds. Since we started this journey in 2017, we’ve been committed to building the HMAs, and kicking down as many walls as we can to give these incredible artists a platform they can be proud of. Staging the biggest ever rock awards show is our most ambitious step yet, but we’ll keep pushing. We can’t wait to welcome everyone for what will be a crazy and memorable night in May!”
The Heavy Music Awards are also delighted to announce Youth Music as this year’s charity partner. The charity’s CEO, Matt Griffiths says:
“We’re honoured to be chosen as the Heavy Music Awards 2023 charity partner. At Youth Music, we believe that every young person should have access to make, learn and earn in music of every genre. That’s why we invest in the grassroots organisations and people making sure music isn’t just for the privileged. For almost 25 years, we’ve been building a more diverse pipeline of talent, which the music industries benefit from. And as we all know, greater diversity leads to even greater music.”
Additionally, the awards have unveiled the official radio partner for 2023 is ‘the nation’s favourite rock radio station’, Kerrang! Radio.
MOGA returns to the gorgeous Costa da Caparica in Portugal (20min south of Lisbon) for another feast for all the senses this May 31 – June 4th and now the carefully curated mix of headliners has been revealed. The likes of Bradley Zero, Chaim b2b Jenia Parsol, Danilo Plessow (MCDE), Shanti Celeste, Gerd Janson, Heidi Lawden & Lovefingers, Hunee, Jimi Jules, Kerri Chandler, Sadar Bahar, Slim Peace & Blossom and more will all be joined by a host of local talents. Get your tickets for this most cultural gathering now at https://www.mogafestival.com/.
MOGA Caparica made a huge impression in a short space of time. It is a compact and boutique gathering for real music lovers inspired by Atlantic vibes and aimed at connecting people from all over the world. This year it offers another magical mix of artistic discovery, delicious food, local and international music talent, enriching activities for the soul and beach parties, boat parties, an OFF program and more across five days that make for a truly unique experience.
Ahead of the main event, MOGA hosts a rich OFF program with activities in and around Caparica including a free opening party at Palms on Wednesday 31th, an essential ticketed boat party on Thursday 1st on the beautiful Tagus river followed by a party on the stunning Lorosae beach club and an array of wellness, yoga classes, meditation, art installations, mouthwatering food and much more.
The main festival happens across two venues – Praia Irmao, an organic beach spot which oozes bohemian chic and Posto da Onda, an inspiring meeting point where nomads meet by the ocean to unwind in a refined yet laid back and sustainable setting facing the ocean. There will be four parties across the 3 days (Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th) running for 12 hours from 2pm, meaning there is always a wealth of musical options for you to plot your own adventure.
That music comes from another superb mix of names such as Rhythm Section boss and tastemaker Bradley Zero, the deeply emotive electronic sounds of Chaim b2b Jenia Parsol, dusty house, soul and more from deep digger Danilo Plessow (MCDE), an eclectic party mix from Running Back boss Gerd Janson, cosmic curveballs and deep chuggers from Heidi Lawden & Lovefingers, spiritual selections of soul, house, acid, disco and much more from the huge hearted Hunee, classy house from Jimi Jules and New Jersey pioneer Kerri Chandler, plus more brilliant eclecticism from Sadar Bahar, Slim Peace & Blossom, Berberan, Dymos & Shizzo, Micaia, Oceanvs Orientalis, Retro Cassetta, Sara Sual and Ze Pedro Moura.
The final countdown is now on to one of Europe’s most tasteful cultural gatherings.
The influential and boundary breaking HE.SHE.THEY. collective is to make a much anticipated debut at Miami Music Week at Toe Jam Backlot on Sunday, March 26 2023 having set Miami alight with its stage takeover at Rakastella during Art Basel. The famously inclusive international party crew brings a fulsome line up of key associates with Maya Jane Coles, Ellen Allien, DJ Tennis, Danny Daze, Cassy, Chloe Caillet, Honeyluv, Uniiqu3 and more all playing. Get tickets now for this superb showcase at https://link.dice.fm/sQD767SQgyb.
This essential party is a co-promotion between DiskoLab, Third Eye Hospitality and Diskonect and it promises something all new for Miami Music Week. HE.SHE.THEY. is record label, fashion label and house and techno party that is now globally renowned for bringing back important old school values that defined the early scene – it’s a party that is all about inclusivity and diversity, about making everyone and anyone feel welcome irrespective of age, race, sex, gender, ability, religion, background or their sexual preference.
This simple but essential mission has taken HE.SHE.THEY. from festivals like Glastonbury Festival and Kappa Futur to Prides to world’s most prestigious clubs like fabric, Amnesia and Cocorico, across 15 countries and 40 cities from Berlin to Ibiza to Mumbai to NYC, and now the party heads to Miami Music Week for the first time. The venue is a cult space in the Wynwood art district and two rooms will be transformed with special production to really bring the party alive.
The line-up brings the best of the house and techno scene together with the one and only Maya Jane Coles heading things up next to Berlin legend and BPitch Control label head Ellen Allien, Life And Death’s melodic and mesmeric master DJ Tennis, Parisian DJ, producer and multi instrumentalist Chloe Caillet, LA’s variant and vital selector Honeyluv, Jersey Club queen Uniiqu3, local hero turned international talent Danny Daze, plus the always on form Kwench Records head Cassy.
You are encouraged to be exactly who you want to at this event, dress up or down and have no regrets. See you on the dance floor.
Last year Arodes really made his mark with tunes like ‘Storm’ and ‘Reborn’ finding their way into the sets of influential DJs like Rufus Du Sol, Monolink and Vintage Culture. He also played over 150 gigs everywhere from Tomorrowland and Burning Man to Ushuaia Ibiza and Brooklyn Mirage. He runs his own Unreleased event series and is on a mission to make deep connections with his audience.
Bonelli meanwhile heads up the Tinnit Music and Krome Records labels having also dropped his fresh Afro house and tech on the likes of Kerri Chandler’s Kaoz Theory, Defected and Toolroom. He mixes up classic sounds with his own rich melodies and has had support from big names such as Black Coffee, Bedouin and Themba.
Together the pair find real magic in ‘Elevate’, a seven-minute deep house trip lit up with well-curated melodies. The smooth rolling beats come alive with crisp vocal stabs and dramatic chords that slowly but surely cast a spell and lift the dance floor to a higher emotional plane. At the midpoint, fresh melodic patterns erupt and rain down to bring real rapture to the moment.
This is a richly musical new track that stays in the memory long after it has finished playing.
Today, IMG, the company behind The Big Feastival, Hampton Court Palace Festival, Taste of London and Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, announce Greenwich Summer Sounds, a new London music festival hosted at a stunning riverside location, the Old Royal Naval College, in the heart of Maritime Greenwich this summer.
Greenwich Summer Sounds will host multiple nights of incredible music from Tuesday 4 – Saturday 8 July, with Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Tom Jones, and Kaiser Chiefs revealed as the first headline artists, with further headliners and support acts to be announced.
Alongside the music programme, guests will be able to enjoy a range of delicious street food, and a first-class banquet dining experience in the stunning Painted Hall, one of the most spectacular Baroque interiors in Europe, at each concert. Tickets will go on sale Monday 13 March at 10AM via See Tickets with an exclusive pre-sale for registered guests.
Joel Smith, Vice President, Arts & Entertainment at IMG, said: “We are absolutely delighted to introduce Greenwich Summer Sounds to the UK festival calendar this summer. From world-class musical talent to incredible dining experiences, we’re excited to have such an iconic venue in the Old Royal Naval College to serve as a perfect backdrop for the ultimate evening of summer fun in the city”.
Matthew Mees, Chief Executive, Old Royal Naval College, said: “We’re delighted to welcome such an incredible line up of artists to perform at the Old Royal Naval College. It’s a truly magnificent venue for concertgoers to enjoy open-air music on a summer’s evening next to the river with views across London. Greenwich Summer Sounds is set to be a spectacular event in a beautiful and historic setting.”
First to headline Greenwich Summer Sounds is the legendary Nile Rodgers & CHIC, who will be kicking off the multi night festival with an epic party on Tuesday 4 July. Nile Rodgers is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee and a multiple Grammy Award winning songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist. His work in the CHIC Organization have sold over 500 million albums and 100 million singles worldwide while his innovative, trendsetting collaborations with Daft Punk, Daddy Yankee and Beyoncé reflect the vanguard of contemporary hits.
Headlining on Thursday 6 July is the inimitable Tom Jones. The iconic Welsh legend has been releasing huge hits and playing unforgettable live shows for the last 60 years and is still going strong. From much loved classics like It’s Not Unusual and What’s New Pussycat to songs off his most recent album ‘Surrounded By Time’, Tom is sure to deliver a set to remember.
The festival will close in epic style with Leeds indie rockers Kaiser Chiefs on Saturday 8 July. Taking over the UK charts since the release of their huge hit I Predict A Riot in 2004, frontman Ricky Wilson and his fellow Kaisers will be lighting up the stage with a plethora of hit singles including Ruby and Every Day I Love You Less and Less.
Ricky Wilson, Kaiser Chiefs, said: “We can’t wait to headline Greenwich Summer Sounds, we’ll be bringing all our energy, see you there!”
Greenwich Summer Sounds will seamlessly combine the very best in music, food and culture. Taking place on the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College on the River Thames, in the centre of the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site, Greenwich Summer Sounds is set to become one of the hottest and most revered live events in London’s music and cultural calendar.
The Brazilian born Turkey based producer bubbled to attention with impressive cuts on Ellum Audio led by ‘The Rails & Slave Machine’ before following up with releases on Pig&Dan ’s Elevate and Fur Coat ‘s Oddity imprint. A qualified sound engineer, the 25-year-old possesses a talent and distinct musical signature that belies his years. While mining old school techno and electro for inspiration, he’s resolutely a futurist, melding these textures with melodic elements and sci-fi sensibilities to create an immersive sonic world. Fred has gained the support of artists like Maceo Plex , Adam Beyer , Tale Of Us , Pan-Pot , ARTBAT , Solomun and many more…
He released his “Somewhere EP” out from Adam Beyer ‘s respected label Truesoul and carried on with a second appereance “Motivator” together with Dino Lenny. Fresh off his collaboration with ARTBAT, Fred now releases on Camelphat‘s label ‘When Stars Align’
Artist: Fred Lenix Title: Surrender Record Label: When Stars Align Release Date: 3rd March 2023
Croatian techno pioneer Petar Dundov is back with In Expectation of Dawn, a first new album in seven years. It comes on his own label Neumatik and finds the revered producer exploring a cinematic world of richly emotive ambient, modern classical, and dub techno with his signature futuristic perspective.
Dundov is a core part of the European underground and has been for 20+ years. He is a cultured producer with a sophisticated sound that has seen him put out an array of well received EPs and plenty of standout albums including Sculptures 1-3, Escapements, Ideas From The Pond, Sailing Off The Grid, and At The Turn Of Equilibrium, most of which came on Music Man Records. He has played at some of the world’s best clubs and festivals from I Love Techno to Exit to Berghain to Space Ibiza. Now he is back with another immersive long player.
“Going through years of the pandemic, when the whole world was interrupted and redirected into new uncharted territory, I tried to imagine what kind of world would emerge afterwards. Going from darkness to light, in a brief moment of serenity and stillness at the birth of a new day, I tried to express that emotion and picture the moment with sound. What came out can be described as a journey towards the rediscovery of self and new insight into deeper understanding of life. I hope this album will evoke emotions and be a source of inspiration for times that come.” – Petar Dundov
This is a seriously absorbing album that opens with the dramatic synthscapes of In Expectation of Dawn. They are filled with tension that dissipates as soon as While You Were Sleeping starts. More gentle melodies and pads wash over you in soothing, comforting fashion then In Seduction layers up mellifluous piano chords that tug at the heart strings. Pseudo Moon is a cosmic reawakening with sci-fi overtones and retro-future synth sounds while the 10 minute-plus Intension is deep, rolling, cavernous dub techno awash with smeared chords. The hopeful Beyond Horizon is another moment to pause, take stock and dream of a happy future then Sea Organ casts you adrift in a celestial sky awash with heavenly melodies.
In Expectation of Dawn, is another hugely accomplished album from this visionary producer.
After recent speculation regarding the future of electronic music events in Edinburgh surrounding licensing concerns, Scotland’s biggest and most successful electronic music festival, Terminal V was officially granted its licence at a committee meeting in Edinburgh today.
Following on from the recent news (NTIA – UK Electronic Music Industry Report) that Electronic Music is worth £550million to the Scottish Economy, Terminal V: Festival is confirmed to take place at Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre on 8th and 9th April this year – bringing some of the world’s biggest DJ’s to the capital and firmly placing this sector leading event on Scotland’s music festival map.
Having operated a collaborative, multi agency approach from its inception, Terminal V is focussed on delivering the best production, line up and experience for its attendees, as well as remaining focussed on safety and wellbeing at the event.
Said Derek Martin, co- Festival Director, “We work extremely hard with our partners to deliver a sector leading event – in terms of production and safety. We are delighted with today’s result as it reflects how much thought and effort the team put in to ensuring Terminal V continues to lead the way in its field .We would like to thank our partners – namely Police Scotland, City of Edinburgh Council, The Royal Highland Centre, JL Medical, Amvale, TLC Welfare Crew 2000 and The Loop plus many more for all of their hard work and continued support for the event. We are privileged to work with such a committed and talented team of professionals”.
Added Co-Director, Simon McGrath, “We genuinely can’t wait to welcome our loyal fans to the Royal Highland Centre for this year’s edition of the Terminal V: Festival. With electronic music being the 2nd most popular genre of music in the UK Top 10, it’s no wonder that we, as an event, have seen 1500% growth since our first Terminal V 5 years ago. We are always adapting and developing the brand and look forward to bringing the likes of Amelie Lens, Charlotte De Witte, I Hate Models & Folamour as well as homegrown heroes Ewan McVicar and Frazi.er plus many more back to Edinburgh for an amazing weekend”.
Terminal V: Festival’s event safety details can be viewed at www.terminalv.co.uk
ERIC PRYDZ, AMELIE LENS AND KEINEMUSIK LEADS THE MIGHTY PROGRAMME OF DANCE ARENA, THE TEMPLE OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC AT AN AWARD WINNING SERBIAN FESTIVAL!
EXIT Festival, one of the most renowned music events in Europe, is proud to announce the lineup for its Dance Arena, NSNS, and Urban Bug Stages. Featuring some of the biggest names in electronic dance music, such as Amelie Lens, Indira Paganotto, Nina Kraviz, Keinemusik, Michael Bibi, Hot Since 82, Ben Böhmer live, CamelPhat, Mind Against, Agents Of Time live, Vintage Culture, Layla Benitez, Gioli & Assia live, Avalon Emerson, Ben UFO, Patrick Mason, Carlita, Shimza, Desiree, Partiboi 69, Cici and more, the festival promises to deliver a truly unforgettable experience for music lovers from around the world. Tickets can be found at EXIT Festival’s website, starting from 87€ for regular and 300€ for VIP GOLD, while one-day tickets are scheduled to start on March 15th at noon.
For over 20 years, the Dance Arena at EXIT Festival has grown into a planetary phenomenon, a place that leading global media and artists have proclaimed the best electronic music stage in the world. Countless legendary nights and mornings have added their contributions each year to the creation of a place that has become much more than a stage, a piedmont of the entire scene, a magnificent temple of electronic music.
This July, the trench at Petrovaradin Fortress will shine with a special energy from July 6th to 9th due to one of its strongest editions led by the absolute number 1 of the electronic scene, Eric Prydz, whose performance has been awaited by the audience at EXIT and in Serbia for a whole decade! He is at the head of a mega-strong list of names that will take over the Dance Arena, consisting of international heroes and heroines such as Amelie Lens, Indira Paganotto, Nina Kraviz, Keinemusik, Michael Bibi, Hot Since 82, Ben Böhmer live, CamelPhat, Mind Against, Agents Of Time live, Vintage Culture, Layla Benitez, Gioli & Assia live, and regional performers including Tijana T, Space Motion, Coeus, and Marko Nastić, who will celebrate 25 years of their work. A fresh current is also coming to the nearby, younger, and progressive sister stage, NSNS, whose main attractions are Avalon Emerson, Ben UFO, Patrick Mason, Carlita, Shimza, Desiree, Partiboi 69, and Cici.
The curiosity of this year’s festival is not only in the super-strong program but also in EXIT’s special vision for the opening and closing of the festival. Not only will the first day of the Dance Arena be completely entrusted to the direction of an all-female lineup consisting of Nina Kraviz, Amelie Lens, Indira Paganotto, Tijana T, and Miju, but it is also probably the strongest techno lineup that is possible to assemble in one place today. The closing set of the Arena and the festival this summer will, with great excitement, be handed over to the most sought-after house collective of today – Keinemusik, who will also perform after the official program closing at the official after-party, all together for a minimum of six hours! “We will stay until Tuesday” is one of the comments on social media after the online campaign was launched to have these grandmasters close the Arena.
Along with these two, one of the stages with the longest tradition at EXIT, Urban Bug stage, has also added a long list of local and regional artists to its line up.
A fantastic wave of new names closes this year’s electronic program of EXIT and joins a series of previously confirmed names coming to Novi Sad, such as The Prodigy, Wu-Tang Clan, Skrillex, Alesso, Viagra Boys, Chase & Status, Claptone, SOFI TUKKER, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, LF System, and many others. With such an incredible lineup of talent, this year’s EXIT Festival is sure to be an event not to be missed.
One-day tickets sales begin on March 15th at noon. A limited contingent will be available at a gift price of 39 € + b/f for all days. Four-day tickets are now on sale starting from 87 € + b/f. For more details on the festival and the full lineup, visit theEXIT Festival website.
