For Cedric he gets excited every time he comes to DC. “Every city has its own flavor depending upon local tastes, and the crowds in D.C. are very international. I love that they’re so open to new sounds and I always have really great club nights when I play CLUB GLOW. My agency (Bullitt Bookings) is also headquartered in the District. so I really understand the club scene there. There’s something exciting about playing a great [DJ] gig in the nation’s capital.
If you’ve ever read the Republic of Plato then you’ll understand… Ferry Corsten is the Philosopher King and music is the politician. For those who have not, traditionally Philosopher Kings are unable to communicate with the many, they are too enlightened to speak the language of the common man. They must use the go between of politicians and poets, or in Ferry’s case, bangin’ ass trance.
With nominations for Best European DJ and Best Radio Mix Show DJ (Corsten’s Countdown) at this year’s International Dance Music Awards in Miami, Ferry Corsten continues to be a leading force in trance on a global level. He never seems to take a break, constantly pushing the boundaries of music through DJing and producing. He truly is an innovator.
For 20 some odd years Hernan Cattaneo has travelled the world and dazzled audiences with smooth, perfectly constructed DJ sets. With no emphasis on genre or style, but rather musical depth and quality it’s no wonder why the South American is year in and year out one of DJ Magazine’s top rated artists.
As he took the reigns Saturday night, he was like a kid in a candy store. With a boyish grin he let loose on Fur’s blaring sirens to let the crowd know, just in case the screaming masses hadn’t happened to realize that Gareth Emery was now in control. He came out with straight thumpers; pulsing beats of the trance variety. Emery controlled the force like Anakin Skywalker, only without the fear. He was relentless, nimbly thumbing through his CD book looking for the next gem that would inspirit, invigorate and inspire the crowd. Blasting the people with ear piercing, euphoric melodies trumpeting over driving, earth shattering bass lines, Emery was one with the music. Usually when we go out, it’s to hear a DJ spin tracks. Gareth however sent more than just music through the speakers. The signal he sent was that of utter joy, it was like he was channeling a piece of himself through the mixer. Hands clapping, body leaping off the ground and singing to himself, it was clear that he is just as at home behind the decks as he would be in the crowd. He truly loves trance and it was evident as he raised his arms in victory and promptly marched around, as if the DJ booth were a victory circle and he had just won Olympic gold.
Gareth Emery at Glow Washington DC Nightclubs in DC
Even though 2009 hit many hard with the recession, for Gareth Emery, last year proved to be most rewarding and satisfying. Gareth landed himself a nice spot at #9 on the DJ Mag Top 100 and spent more time at Beatport’s trance chart than any other artist. Gareth started at age four, playing the piano and rocked in bands from grade sixth to college, headlining for acts such as Oasis and Green Day in Southampton’s (UK) Joiners. When interviewed or written about, Gareth still carries association with trance. I had a chance to catch up with this young 30 year-old EDM star on his way back from his last gig in Seoul, Korea.
The legend himself, Steve Angello, is coming to DC this Saturday to headline at Glow at Fur Nightclub DC. From his killer 2004 breakout track with Eric Prydz “Woz not Woz”, Steve Angello’s career has exploded across the international scene. Some of his hits include: “Teasing Mr. Charlie”, “Click”, “In Beat”, “Get Dumb”, “Gypsy”, “Be”, “Show me Love”, “Leave the World Behind”, and so many more. His list of remixes is equally extensive as well, collaborating with Moby, Goldfrapp, Royksopp, Deep Dish, Eric Prydz, and so many more.
January 23rd, 2010, Cosmic Gate is set to tear up the stage at Glow Washington DC for a packed house at Fur Nightclub, one of the best DC Nightclubs. Its a must-see show, tickets are on sale now on www.clubglow.com
“I like they way that DC people look at me. I love that when I am playing at Club GLOW, and they just want us to give them something to dance to.”
After Joachim had a delayed flight and a sound check with CLUB GLOW in Washington DC, he welcomed me for an interview at his hotel. Joachim’s welcoming round face and his “Hal-lo” was a good start to our introduction as we quickly exchanged laughs and I started right in with what he is famous for what his prized production is so far, Joachim to talk about the song “Love Don’t Let Me Go” which is an old track from 2006. This was produced with David Guetta, whom Joachim Garraud became famous for doing remixes and production.
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The New Face of Glow – Echostage & Josephine