| Frankie Knuckles, godfather of house, recovering after leg amputation Posted: 03 Oct 2008 09:07 PM CDT Frankie Knuckles, a DJ who inspired millions of people to dance to house music, has had to have his leg amputated due to complications from diabetes. Reports on the web suggest that Frankie Knuckles is in recovery after the operation, and messages of support from fans are being posted on forums as you read this. Read more on Beatportal  |
| Like Tutorials? Check out our Guide To Synthesis. Posted: 03 Oct 2008 08:00 PM CDT Has it really been a year since we started our series on electronic music production? In that time, we’ve covered the ins and outs of analog (a.k.a. subtractive) synthesis, as well as provided an introduction to sampling and numerous product reviews - in addition to production interviews with both new and established artists on Beatport. So this year we’re taking things a step further, with more lessons on production tools, news, reviews, interviews, profiles – and a few really unique surprises for budding producers. Read more on Beatportal  |
| Listen live: San Francisco Lovefest Posted: 03 Oct 2008 07:23 PM CDT If you can't make it to San Francisco's Lovefest this Saturday, you can tune in to tech house DJs Kontrol and Auralism, who will be broadcasting live from their float to the web. Read more on Beatportal  |
| San Francisco Lovefest to combat recession blues Posted: 03 Oct 2008 03:20 PM CDT There's nothing like a good old recession to fuel the party, at least, that's what Lovefest's organisers are hoping in the run up to their annual San Francisco party this Saturday October 4th. The economic downtown ain't gonna affect America's biggest electronic music street party. “Now more than ever we need to take over the streets and City Hall to express and share the values of culture, peace, love, unity, and respect,” said Joshua Smith, LoveFest's founding board member. “There is no better time for an event of this scale and intention. Our community needs to come together, enjoy life and hold onto the good things.” Read more on Beatportal  |
| ‘Surefire’ - Henrik B Posted: 03 Oct 2008 11:39 AM CDT I once stole a Henrik B techno record from a promo box in a record store in London, and was bitterly disappointed to discover it was too weird to play out. Now it seems, the Swedish producer is moving more towards producing a kind of progressive house/electro house hybrid music, and 'Surefire' is a track that will definitely be fine to drop in a club. Read this music recommendation on Beatportal  |
| Ireland to host Dublin Electronic Arts Festival, DEAF Posted: 03 Oct 2008 03:42 AM CDT Now in its seventh year, Dublin Electronic Arts Festival, which runs this year from Thursday 23rd - Sunday 27th October, will host French techno DJ Laurent Garnier, Underground Resistance's Santiago Salazar, Model 500 and Moritz von Oswald Trio. The closing party on the Sunday looks like it will be particularly special with Juan Atkins, Model 500 and Mike Banks set to play live, as well as Ireland's Legion Of Two and Point B from the UK. Tickets are available from www.tickets.ie. After the jump, check out some cool techno-related videos courtesy of the DEAF crew. Read more on Beatportal  |
| Interview: Elite Force Posted: 03 Oct 2008 12:45 AM CDT Simon Shackleton, aka Elite Force, has had a colourful and diverse musical history, from being in a band with Radiohead’s Thom Yorke through to having music featured music on ‘The Matrix’ soundtrack. Widely know as being a massive player within the breakbeat scene, ‘Shack’ is now pushing his tech-funk sound to a global level. Read more on Beatportal  |
| Tech News Roundup: October 2, 2008 Posted: 02 Oct 2008 11:00 PM CDT From Halloween editions of beloved sound generators to YouTube demos of buzzworthy gear, this week’s highlights are an eclectic mix. Budding Mopho cultists beware: There are forces at work that could make you late for next month’s rent. More specifics after the jump. Read more on Beatportal  |
| Business Acumen - In Flagranti Posted: 02 Oct 2008 02:53 PM CDT Call it what you will – cosmic disco, nouveau-no-wave, Italo-audio-porno. But the current revival of ‘70s-era dancefloor music the way the underground heads experienced it, is a family-orchestrated affair. Read this music recommendation on Beatportal  |
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