5 / 10 / 2013
Firas Tarhini
Blue Fire
(Original Mix)
Firas Tarhini
Melbourne, Australia
Baggi Begovic, Tab
Compromise
(Original Mix)
Baggi Begovic
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam-based dj/producer Baggi Begovic (Adjin Begovic to his mom and dad) is up there in the clouds, in the rarefied air of specialness. In the Fall of 2010, he rocked dance floors all over the globe with Smells Like Teen Spirit, a smashing 21st century take on Nirvana’s grunge classic co-produced by Baggi and Rene Amesz. It hit number 1 of Beatport’s Progressive Chart.
About the same time, Baggi set a new standard for high-altitude partying when he, Skitzofrenix and four dj colleagues transformed a KLM airliner, en route to Miami’s Music Week, into the planet’s loftiest party zone. The captain’s altitude meter clocked 11.582 meter. Baggi Begovic and friends made the Guinness Book of World Records.
Like these snapshots from the man’s working life suggest, Baggi is a team player. He likes to co-operate. He wants to share. Baggi is a dj/producer of the people, for the people.
Migrating from his native Bosnia to Rotterdam in the mid ‘90s, Baggi dived head-first and heart-deep into the rapidly blossoming Dutch dance scene. His timing was perfect: Dutch dance had gained a strong foothold in The Netherlands, yet its days of global supremacy were a fantasy on the horizon. It inspired Baggi’s fertile mind to pay his dues and learn his craft, behind the decks and in the studio. Music was – and is – the perfect release for his passion for life.
Honing his skills and establishing his name on the national (Dutch) scene gave Baggi stamina. It paid off when the 2009 Defected In The House: Amsterdam 2cd compilation, selected and mixed by Hardsoul and veteran studio masters Chocolate Puma, included three (count them!) Baggi tracks. It resulted in a Baggi Begovic & Chocolate Puma co-production for the famous Defected label, Solarianism, and kick-started Baggi’s international career.
Baggi Begovic has worked in the studio with, among others, Roger Sanchez, Hardsoul, Funkerman and, as mentioned, Rene Amesz. He has remixed tracks by Christina Aguilera, Cece Peniston, Donna Summer and Sandy Rivera, to name a few. Recently, he released a track via Roger Sanchez’s Stealth label, The Chant. He has selected and mixed various compilations, including releases for Sneakerz (Amsterdam) and Nervous (New York). Baggi’s latest (digital) release is the Dutch Tech EP on the illustrious Strictly Rhythm label (out in May 2011).
Baggi Begovic has been spinning all over the globe, in fabled clubs and at reputed festivals like Ministry of Sound, Mysteryland, Creamfields,Extrema, Dance Valley and Global Gathering. He has shared the decks with top producers and top jocks: Dennis Ferrer, Erick E, Sharam, Funkerman, Erick Morillo, Chocolate Puma, Roger Sanchez.
Come to think of it, Baggi Begovic is a top jock himself. 11.582 meters and counting.
Come to think of it, Baggi Begovic is a top jock himself. 11.582 meters and counting.
Katarina Kostic
Adam K & Soha
Lost In Orbit
(Original Mix)
Adam K
Toronto, Canada
For Toronto, Canada’s Adam K, it’s tremendous amounts of skill, creativity, hard work, and years of perfecting his craft that have catapulted him into the upper echelon of dance music.
Fuelling his stellar live sets is over 15 years of experience in mastering sound design, audio engineering and producing. His keen ear for shaping sounds and knack for composing emotional hooks fuse together to create his trademark style. Adam’s solo and collaborative projects have dominated the underground including landmark tracks such as “I Can Feel”, “You’re Not Alone”, “Question”, and “From The Speaker” which melded the minds of Adam, long-time friend Soha, and Toolroom frontman Mark Knight. Of course it was another collaboration with Soha that captivated the world with “Twilight”. Named an Essential New Tune on the legendary BBC Radio 1, Pete Tong set the tone for one of the biggest records of 2008, which was confirmed by landing at #2 for the best-selling tracks overall on Beatport that year. Adam’s music is a favourite of the world’s top DJs seeing releases such as “Complicated” be a staple in sets from the likes of Tiesto, Above & Beyond, Gareth Emery, Matt Darey, Rank1, Judge Jules, Cosmic Gate, Menno de Jong, and more.
Not just an original composition mastermind in the studio, it’s Adam’s mind for remixing, along with partner Soha, that has catapulted him into superstardom as the duo’s remixes are some of the most pinnacle dance records of the past few years. Kaskade’s “4AM”, Benny Benassi’s “Come Fly Away”, Deep Swing’s “In The Music”, Heikki L & Ercola’s “Deep At Night” and most notably the Adam K & Soha Remix of Reflekt’s #1 UK Dance Chart tune “Need To Feel Loved” raised the duo to astronomical heights. Adam has reworked singles from dance icons Tiesto and Deadmau5, to mainstream chart-toppers Keri Hilson, Shiny Toy Guns, and Robyn, to one of the most legendary bands of all time in U2. It is his vision, passion, and technique that keep them in high-demand from international hit-makers and underground sensations alike.
Travelling around the globe, Adam’s mastery in the studio translates directly into the art of DJing and he has rocked single-show crowds upwards of 10,000 for legendary promoters and venues such as Ministry of Sound, Godskitchen, Global Gathering, The Guvernment, and Privilege Ibiza. From festivals across Europe, North and South America, Adam’s definitive sound blows up dance floors and pushes the hands to the rafters. Though primarily known for his melodic blend of progressive house, Adam’s style is much more diverse, and showcases his love for all things house, tech to electro, deep to banging. It’s this affection for many genres and his ability to manipulate a crowd into a frenzy that cements his status as one of the world’s most memorable performers.
Not just a producer and DJ, Adam is also the founder and head of Hotbox Digital. The label has been a vehicle for Adam to break into the industry and has released a multitude of incredible tracks from some amazing talent including Soha, Addy, Dataworx, Macca, and JELO. For 2010, Adam has a renewed focus on Hotbox, and will be expanding the label’s international reach both with fresh new original material and new signings from upcoming and established talent, including the massively anticipated Adam K & Soha track “Far Away” featuring the unforgettable vocals of Jeremy Carr, due out later this year.
With collectively over 4 million plays on You Tube and support from the world’s DJ elite, Adam has seen his music effect the lives of music lovers around the world. With the rise of Hotbox Digital and a full slate of touring, solo projects, collaborations, and remixes on the horizon, 2010 is the year of Adam K.
Soha
Toronto, Canada
Soha Radjpoust is an accomplished artist with almost 20 years of experience. His musical quest began at the age of 9 and blossomed at the age of 15, when he began working as a professional musician.
In 2003, Soha earned a diploma from the Jazz Music program at Humber College, with a specialization in piano. Along the way, he developed a passion for songwriting and production, which he polished using a variety of instruments including keyboards (Hammond B3, Fender Rhodes,Wurlitzer, Clavinet, Moog and other synthersizers), guitar, bass, and drums.
Over the years, Soha has made a name for himself both on stage and in the studio. Toronto’s local musicians often call on him to lend his talent, and popular bands such as The James Brown Band and Canada’s own Ashley MacIssac have asked Soha to share the stage.
Currently, Soha finds himself at home in the progressive house genre, and enjoys a strong following of fans who are dedicated to his unique sound. His signature melodies and distinctive beats have caught the attention and support of established artists around the world, including Tiesto, Benny Benassi, Armin van Buuren, and Natasha Bedingfield. Teaming up with Adam K, the duo celebrated immense acclaim and international support for their original work. Most notably, their breakthrough track “Twilight” maxed out at 2 on Beatport.com, and remained on Beatport’s Top 10 for more then 2 months. It was endorsed by BBC Radio 1 when it was dubbed “Essential Tune of the Week” by famed British DJ Pete Tong. The team also achieved worldwide recognition for their remix of Sylvia Tosun’s “Underlying Feeling” which landed a spot on Billboard’s Dance music charts. Other hits in the duo’s remix repertoire include Reflekt’s “Need to Feel Loved”, Kaskade’s “4 AM”, and “We Hold On” originally produced by Kaz James of the BodyRockers. Other noteworthy endorsements have come from across the globe, and include Grammy winner Roger Sanchez, famed trance artist BT, and British DJ and radio host Judge Jules.
After relatively short exposure to the world of house music, the industry has recognized Soha, not once, but twice in the category of Best Progressive House Artist on Beatport.com.
Soha finds inspiration around every corner, and draws on influences of traditional Persian music to create his distinctive music. His driving passion to create original and highly innovative productions, is a source of inspiration for others, and results in his pioneer-like status. A true master of his art and musical wizard, Soha strives to fuse different musical styles to create a sound that is truly his own.
Bodyshakers
Ghost Event
(Extended Mix)
Bodyshakers
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