Thanksgiving 2008

November 26th ERICK MORILLO
November 28th DAVID GUETTA
November 29th JONATHAN PETERS

Pacha NYC is pleased to present an extra special Thanksgiving weekend blowout with international house superstar DJ ERICK MORILLO kicking things off on Wednesday, November 26th. On Friday, November 28th, Grammy Award winning DJ/producer DAVID GUETTA hits the decks for yet another floor rocking night of music. Last, but definitely not least, New York City’s own, remix legend JONATHAN PETERS takes the stage on Saturday, November 29th to close out an unforgettable weekend at NYC’s premier superclub, Pacha NYC.

Wednesday, November 26th

ERICK MORILLO

along with VANJEE

Erick Morillo returns yet again to his home in New York City to kick off a Thanksgiving weekend full of top-tier DJs. This summer saw the release of Subliminal Sessions 12, a double disc compilation mixed by none other than Morillo himself, which received highly acclaimed review. Recently, Pete Tong listed Morillo and DJ DLG’s “Where Are You Now” as his Essential New Tune. It seems as if everything Erick Morillo puts his hands on is automatically set for success. Get ready to move it, move it!

$20 Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.pachanyc.com
www.erickmorillo.com
www.myspace.com/ericmorillo

Friday, November 28th

DAVID GUETTA

along with DAVID WAXMAN

There are few DJs in the world that create the reaction that David Guetta sparks. Whether it’s 50,000 fans singing along to his hit records at the recent massive Stade De France stadium Unighted über-party, or dark rooms of clubbers locked in the groove nine hours into his set, Guetta gets passions flowing. That’s because he uniquely and boldly treads a tightrope most DJs wouldn’t dare to traverse: the line between being an underground DJ and having huge crossover success.

$40 Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.pachanyc.com
www.davidguetta.com

Pacha TV: David Guetta Live “Love Is Gone” 2008
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxeKEtyS82Q

Saturday, November 29th

Classic B Sides

Though when he began he was mostly unknown outside of New York, Jonathan Peters became one of the city’s most popular DJs in the late ’90s and early 2000s thanks to his long-running Saturday night residency at Sound Factory. In addition to his DJing credentials, Peters also produces his own tracks and also remixes the work of others including Janet Jackson, Aretha Franklin, DMX, and the Spice Girls, among many, many others. Jonathan Peters is now an internationally recognized DJ and will be spinning some of his more obscure B-side classics at Pacha to close out this special Thanksgiving weekend celebration.

$20 Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.pachanyc.com
www.jonathanpeters.com
www.myspace.com/jpnyc

Pacha NYC
618 West 46th Street
New York City
Doors at 10pm
Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.pachanyc.com
Info & Table Reservations 212.209.7500

PACHA NYC 2008

- Best Superclub – Club World Awards 2008

November 21 Tom Stephan & Laidback Luke
November 22 Boris - Believe 2 Year Anniversary
November 26 Erick Morillo: Thanksgiving Eve
November 28 DAVID GUETTA
November 29 Jonathan Peters – Classics: Side B
December 5 Peter Rauhofer & DJ Exacta
December 6 The Martinez Brothers
December 13 Erick Morillo - Pacha NYC 3 Year Anniversary
December 31st Danny Tenaglia & Boris - Believe in Yourself: New Years Eve 2009

Few DJs and producers can claim as much diversity as Nick Riley and Andi Durrant. With influences including Angello, Ingrosso, Laidback Luke and Axwell, Herv´e, Ferry Corsten, Paolo Mojo, Lutzenkirchen and Dubfire, its no wonder we had to label this sample pack ‘Progressive House Producer’.

With support for their music coming from a wide range of DJs that include Laurent Garnier, Armin Van Buuren and Sander Kleinenberg the guys tracks and remixes feature on record labels as far apart as house stalwarts CR2, Positiva and Data to trance imprints Black Hole and Maelstrom, proving that Riley & Durrant are one of the UK’s most exciting electronic exports. See for yourself at:
http://www.myspace.com/rileyanddurrant

The duo have had much success in the studio and continue to DJ worldwide, with House influences that range from Tech, Minimal, Deep, Electro and Progressive, along with Trance and Techno - you will find evidence of all of these styles in this excellent and highly versatile sample pack exclusively created for Loopmasters.

Included in this brand new and original sample pack you will find over 330MB of pristine house samples, with over 300 Wav sounds, 130 Rex2/Apple Loops and 46 ready to play patches for your favourite soft samplers. There are 14 Club ready House Loops, 83 Banging Drum Loops, 33 Filtered Synth Loops, 20 Bass Hits, 80 Single Drum sounds for programming your own loops, 59 Dance FX and 20 Synth Hits!

If you make Progressive House music influenced by the cutting edge music played by the top DJs of the moment, and need the tools to take your productions to the next level of sonic clarity and dancefloor pressure – sample Progressive House Producer from Riley and Durrant today!

Click here to check out this sample pack from the Loopmasters site!

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Loopmasters now on Facebook!

We have just completed our first Facebook page and hope you will come and join as a fan. We’ll be discussing production tips, adding news, getting your feedback and talking to you more on a one to one basis to discuss music and music production. Also we will be featuring some free content shortly, previews of up and coming sample packs, and there are production videos and lots more – so we really hope we will see you there!

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Loopmasters create Solid Sounds pack for Ableton

We love Live, and we were really happy when the guys there asked us to make a special free pack for registered Live and Live LE users…. We think it’s a great selection of material old and new – so if you are a registered user go and get your freebies!!!!

Get your Loopmasters Solid Sounds Abelton pack here!

As the youngest member inducted into the once infamous Balance Record Pool (at age 24), Darin Epsilon is one of the names who immediately come to mind when discussing the next generation ofsuperstars in the industry. His work has received support from key players such as Hernan Cattaneo, Jody Wisternoff, D:Fuse, Noel Sanger, and a host of others. I recently had a chat with Darin, to discuss his successes, and touch on issues such as piracy, the digital age, and his studio set up.

“Bluephobia” seemed to be your breakthrough piece of work, when it gained worldwide recognition a couple years ago, after Hernan Cattaneo supported it on one of his radio shows. After learning of this, did you feel as if you had finally arrived?

“I was actually surprised that it blew up as much as it did. At the same time, I felt an enormous amount of gratitude that something I created reached such a wide audience. I didn’t necessarily feel as if I had “arrived” and probably won’t for many years to come. I’m always in a constant struggle to improve myself and get better at my craft.”

As someone who has been a musician since childhood, how do you feel about this digital age, which has made it possible for nearly anyone to produce music and get it released on a label?

“I think the digital age is great because it levels the playing field. Back in the early days, music production was only driven by the people who possessed enormous resources.

Now that music production is so accessible and affordable, nearly anyone can make a great track as long as they have the drive and the talent.”

You recently transplanted from Chicago to L.A. Was the move influenced by the fact that L.A.’s electronic music scene has been growing at such a large rate? How do you feel the scene in L.A. compares to that of Chicago?

“Los Angeles has always been the city that rewards hard work. I definitely felt that I was turning a page when I decided to move from Chicago to LA. I think it’s pretty safe to say that this city is a cultural haven and there are plenty of opportunities that lie in the entertainment industry.

In terms of electronic music, it is definitely growing at an alarming rate and I want to do my part in continuing to expand the music scene. To compare L.A. to Chicago would be very hard, but to me, Chicago always felt a bit more rigid because of it being the birthplace of house and its proximity to Detroit, the birthplace of Techno.”

You were once the youngest member of the currently defunct Balance Record Pool. Many artists and labels were upset with the way things just seemed to end out of nowhere with the pool – how do you feel about that situation, and do you think there will be a resurrection?

“It was definitely unfortunate to see an establishment like the Balance Record Pool end after so many years.

I still think that promo pools are relevant in the industry today. Maybe even more now than ever before, especially with the proliferation of new digital labels that pop up every other day. In terms of a resurrection, I would never rule anything out.

In the meantime, I am supporting MyPromoPool.com, which is the ProgressiveHouse.com promo pool.”

While music piracy is a downfall in our industry, some argue that piracy in fact helps many artists spread their name and music much quicker, which can in turn boost their influence in the industry. Do you get upset when you find your music available on blogs or file sharing sites?

“Probably not as upset as the labels would get. It’s definitely a double-edged sword.

On one hand, I’m glad to see my work being shared, but on the other hand, I know that piracy can hurt sales and ruin my opportunities of advancing in my career. Big labels like to see big sales numbers.

The internet has definitely made it easier for me to reach a wider audience. It also helps everyone else out at the same time, so it basically evens things out.”

There is an upcoming remix EP of Matthew Dekay’s classic track “If I Could Fly”, on the DEEP imprint; which includes a remix of yours. What kind of mindset or plan did you have going into the beginning phases of doing this remix?

“I knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to remix one of my favorite records of all time. At first I was overwhelmed with the task, but essentially I knew that the most important thing for me to do was to make a unique piece of work. That’s essentially all you really can do when remixing such a well-known tune.

The label also helped guide me in the right direction. They scrapped my first remix and I had to start completely over. The final version that we all agreed upon (the one that is hitting the stores) was like my fourth or fifth take.”

What is your production set-up looking like right now?

“Well, I have my Korg MS2000 analog synth, which I basically use as my MIDI controller; a MOTU Utralite soundcard; KRK Rokit 8 monitors; Native Instruments Kore 2 (for shaping some bizarre sounds); Korg Electribe EM-1 drum machine; Lacie external hard drive; and the most important ingredient of all, my Macbook Pro, with full upgrades.

As for plugins, I am using reFX Nexus; Rob Papen Predator; and Native Instruments Massive. Those are pretty much my staples. If I were still on PC, I would say Z3TA+ for sure. I’m also looking forward to trying out the new Spectrasonics Omnisphere.”

In a recent interview, Joel Zimmerman (deadmau5) stated that he dislikes DJ’s who do not produce their own music. Do you also feel that DJ’s are only credible in the industry if they are contributing their own productions to the market?

“I am one of those people that feel there is a distinction between DJ’ing and producing. Although the two artforms are related, I pretty much treat them as two separate beasts. To be successful at DJ’ing, it takes a certain level of understanding about musical pacing, structure, direction, and of course knowing what the audience expects from you. DJ’ing, to me, is a performance, and it’s all about interacting with the dancefloor. Certainly, Deadmau5 and many artists before him have been representing this hybrid combination of a producer mixing all his or her own tracks into a DJ set. I do feel that you can still be respected as a DJ, but it just gets harder and harder to gain credibility, given the over-saturation of the industry.”

Now a quick game of “This or That”: Obama or McCain?

I’m from Illinois, of course Obama.

Dubfire or Sharam?

Dubfire is the stronger producer but Sharam is widely credited as the better DJ. They’re both good at what they do.

Digital DJ’ing or Traditional?

I used to be a diehard vinyl addict, but later discovered that digital DJing is essentially the same. Other than the obvious sound quality issue, the only major difference is how bad your back feels after a gig. Digital for sure now.

Anything you would like to add? Any gigs or releases we should be on the look out for?

Make sure to check out my homepage at http://darinepsilon.com and sign up for the monthly newsletter to keep updated on what I’m doing. As for upcoming gigs:

11.13.08 - Showbox Sodo in Seattle, USA
11.15.08 - Pala Lounge in Portland, USA
03.07.09 - Socio Project in Eygelshoven, Netherlands

Editor’s note: Matthew Dekay – ‘If I Could Fly’ 2008 Remixes’ will be released November 19, on the DEEP imprint. It features remixes from Darin Epsilon, Kosmas Epsilon, Patch Park and Sebastian Davidson.

Made Event presents the highly anticipated return of one of America’s most talented DJ/Producers, Josh Gabriel, for his ‘Eight’ album release tour in New York at Cielo on Thursday, November 20th , 2008.

Now with acclaimed solo success, Josh Gabriel touches down in New York City to display his talent and promote his new, freshly inspired music. Gabriel ‘s most recent release comes in the form of a debut solo artist album, ‘Eight’, his latest collection of tracks from the perspective of a dance floor purist, while at the same time imprinting enough soul to reach anyone, thanks to his brand of musical techno and groundbreaking production. As a marked departure from his previous work, Gabriel’s solo work hones in on his darker, effusive musical house and techno side. This “clubber’s album,” consistent with music that he would play in a DJ set, includes the first single “Summit”, the techno sensation Gabriel made in 2007 that was played by DJs such as John Digweed and Sander Kleinenberg, and was also chosen by DJ Magazine as one of the top tracks of 2007.

This fall, Josh Gabriel also announced the launch of Different Pieces, an independent record label and management group that integrates all aspects of an artist’s career. Gabriel founded the company with long-time business manager Guy Ornadel and his wife, Kristy Gabriel. Together, they deliver a unique depth of experience by combining their individual strengths in music, artist marketing, and the related business aspects that drive and build artist’s career.

Josh Gabriel’s reputation for amazing shows and sounds has gained him fans from all corners of the world and he continues to produce and perform at the top of his game and is continuing to reach new heights. Josh rose to international fame as part of the duo Gabriel & Dresden, winning seven industry awards for producing, songwriting and DJing - and achieving seventeen number #1 Billboard Dance Chart hits.

Thursday, November 20th, 2008
Made Event presents

‘Eight’ Album Release Tour

Cielo
18 Little West 12th Street
New York City
Doors at 10pm, 21+ Valid ID
$15 Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.ticketweb.com
Tickets also available at Rebel Rebel, 319 Bleecker St NYC 212.989.0770
Event Info 917.723.9381

www.made-event.com
www.joshgabriel.com
www.differentpieces.com
www.cieloclub.com

Made Event NYC Upcoming Events
November 14 Paco Osuna @ Cielo
November 20 Josh Gabriel @ Cielo
December 5 Paul van Dyk @ Roseland Ballroom
December 12 Pig & Dan @ Cielo

About Made Event
The Made Event team, headed by Mike Bindra and Laura De Palma, is committed to excellence in the programming, promotion, and production of electronic dance music events. They continually bring a world-renowned caliber of entertainment into a variety of distinctive and innovative venues, and seek to push the limit of expertise in their field. With over 20 years of combined experience, and over 300 successful events produced in New York City and at Winter Music Conference, Made Event is an industry leader. For more info, please go to www.made-event.com.

RADIO EDIT/ MEGADRIVE RADIO EDIT/ ORIGINAL VOX / MEGADRIVE VOX / PAUL MILLER REMIX / MEGADRIVE DUB / PAUL MILLER DUB / ALT RADIO MIX

LABEL: MAELSTROM RECORDS

Bobina returns to Maelstrom to drop new single Spinning.  Taken from the highly successful artist album Again that notched up an impressive 40,000 sales in his home country alone, Bobina AKA Dmitry Almazov is the living proof that there is more to Russia than vodka, fit girls and caviar. Equally famed for his energetic DJ sets and top releases for Ministry of Sound, Perfecto, Armada & Nebula, Dmitry’s trademark sound continues to pave the way for global domination.

Spinning is a highly executed progressive trance monster. With a selection of edits, voxs’, remixes and dubs, this release will appeal to a wide audience of trance and progressive house fans alike. With an atmospheric dreamy vocal over plenty of driving drum and guitar loops, there is plenty of uplifting euphoric moments that makes this track perfect for peak time.

New trance hero in the making Paul Miller is on hand for remix duties, turning out a no holds barred, stomper of a remix that also comes with a dub version.

With Bobina scoring a very respectable 28 in the DJ Top 100, watch this talented DJ-Producer’s rising successful career grow into 2009…

http://www.bobina.info/

http://www.maelstromrecords.com/

Click here to check this release on Beatport!

Made Event proudly presents highly acclaimed Spanish minimal techno DJ/Producer Paco Osuna with Adultnapper at Cielo on Friday, November 14th , 2008.

Paco Osuna’s driving and pulsating brand of techno fuses tribal percussive beats along side the more clinical surgical sounds associated with the Minus label and the likes of Richie Hawtin and Gaiser. Being at home with both house and techno, as well as in the fusion between them, Osuna views his sets as an “in-crescendo”-journey causing variations of tension that drive the dancefloor crazy. The combination between this factor and his unquestionable technical skills make Paco is one of the leading, emerging forces in the scene.

Paco began his claim to fame in 1999 with a residency at the Amnesia in Ibiza, where he was greatly influenced by Sven Väth, both personally and professionally. Osuna’s interest for the harder sounds such as techno grew, but he never left behind his passion for house music. Soon after, Paco signed to the Serial Killer label where he released “I Can Feel My Blood Pumpin’” and “Me Vuelve Loca” on the Serial Killer EPs “Groove Grill” and “Beat Hacker”. More recently he has put out releases with Plus 8 Records including the tracks “Crazy” and “Orbeat”.

Joining Osuna for this epic techno filled night is none other than the dark and complex techno DJ/Producer Francis Harris, better known as Adultnapper. His unique sound has lead to his prolific career with productions appearing on Audiomatique, Nummer, Mule, Dirt Crew, and Superfreq. Harris’s exceptional technical skills generate complex arrangements that encompass highly creative and well designed baselines and micro-rhythms. In 2007, Harris launched Ransom Note, a concept label which, through music, text and imagery, will tell the story of the Adultnapper character, an anti-hero who is part creative genius gone awry, part tortured dystopic philosopher, part paranoid vigilante outlaw… and part Harris himself. Adultnapper’s enigmatic Ransom Note series continues with it’s third episode. This time the plot thickens as the narrative’s shadowy author fades to the background, setting the stage for the prophetic return of Alexi Delano in the form of ADNY, with two revelatory new tracks. The Forms EP also sees the introduction of the story’s first heroine, NYC’s own Berlin transplant Camea, who rises to the challenge of remixing “Under My Skin.” Out now on collectible 12” vinyl with color picture sleeve featuring drawings by John Stroud and text by Adultnapper.

Friday, November 14th, 2008
Made Event presents

Adultnapper

Cielo
18 Little West 12th Street
New York City
Doors at 10pm, 21+ Valid ID
$15 Advance Tickets while supplies last at www.ticketweb.com
Tickets also available at Rebel Rebel, 319 Bleecker St NYC 212.989.0770
Event Info 917.723.9381

www.made-event.com
www.myspace.com/pacoosuna
www.adultnapper.com
www.cieloclub.com

Made Event NYC Upcoming Events
November 7 Sasha : Invol2ver with Ulrich Schnauss @ Webster Hall
November 14 Paco Osuna @ Cielo
November 20 Josh Gabriel @ Cielo
December 5 Paul Van Dyk @ Roseland Ballroom
December 12 Pig & Dan @ Cielo

About Made Event
The Made Event team, headed by Mike Bindra and Laura De Palma, is committed to excellence in the programming, promotion, and production of electronic dance music events. They continually bring a world-renowned caliber of entertainment into a variety of distinctive and innovative venues, and seek to push the limit of expertise in their field. With over 20 years of combined experience, and over 300 successful events produced in New York City and at Winter Music Conference, Made Event is an industry leader. For more info, please go to www.made-event.com.

Pacha NYC is pleased to present the Dutch DJ and producer Fedde Le Grande, famous for the catchy electro-house hit single “Put Your Hands Up For Detroit” on Friday, November 14th.

Fedde Le Grande returns to New York City for one night only as part of his world tour promoting his debut artist album “Output” set for release in January ‘09 on Ultra Records. Renowned for his dynamite sets as much as for his high-end production, this is a rare chance for clubbers on this side of the Atlantic to catch Le Grand live.

Fedde le Grand presents the Output World Tour
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Fedde Le Grand is already one of the biggest stars in dance music, working with the likes of Madonna, Will.i.am and the Stereo MC’s, while topping international music charts. Via his own Flamingo Records, Le Grand produced the world-wide pop-crossover smash “Put Your Hands Up For Detroit,” also released by Ultra Records in 2007. The song hit #1 in the U.K., Spain, Russia, Finland and Bulgaria dance charts. In addition, it was voted Best “Underground House Track” and “Best Breaks/Electro Track” at the International Dance Music Awards in 2007 and won “Club Banger Of The Year” at the 6th Annual Club Awards in 2008.

Fedde Le Grand “Output” to be released on Ultra Records in January 2009.

Friday, November 14th
Pacha NYC presents

FEDDE LE GRANDE

“Put Your Hands Up For Detroit”
Output World Tour

Pacha NYC
618 West 46th Street
New York City
Doors at 10pm
$20 Advance Tickets while supplies last
Info & Table Reservations 212.209.7500

www.PachaNYC.comwww.tourlegrand.com
www.feddelegrande.com
www.myspace.com/djfeddelegrand
www.ultrarecords.com

PACHA NYC 2008
November 7 Benny Benassi – Rock’n’Rave Tour
November 8 Dirty South
November 9 Danny Krivit & Joe Claussell – 718 Sessions
November 14 Fedde Le Grand – Output World Tour
November 15 Victor Calderone
November 21 Tom Stephan & Laidback Luke
November 22 Boris - Believe 2 Year Anniversary
November 26 Erick Morillo: Thanksgiving Eve
November 28 DAVID GUETTA
November 29 Jonathan Peters – Classics: Side B
December 6 The Martinez Brothers
December 13 Erick Morillo - Pacha NYC 3 Year Anniversary
December 31st NEW YEARS 2009 – Believe in Yourself with Danny Tenaglia, Boris, Richie Santana, Peter Bailey + Chriss Vargas

Online dance and electronic music magazine Resident Advisor is proud to announce its inaugural New York City party. After years of debauchery and good times in Miami during WMC week, Resident Advisor has decided to spread our stateside party wings further a field and take on the Big Apple. For this special night, Resident Advisor presents two of their favorite DJs, deep house doyen Dixon and Kristian Beyer of Âme, to grace the decks at Cielo, along with Beat Pharmacy’s Brendon Moeller on Thursday, November 13th.

For those of you who have already heard about Steffen “Dixon” Berkhahn, 3 words are generally associated with his name: DJ, House and Deep. Take them; mix them and shake’em, whatever option you take, the equation is there. Dixon is for the last 10 years one of the more genuine and purest representatives of what is still called “house” music. His latest release, D.P.O.M.B. EP was a joint project with both Âme and Henrik Schwarz and does not let down.

Âme are German duo Kristian Beyer & Frank Wiedemann. Inspired by the music of Stevie Wonder, West End Rec, Transmat, Weather Report and Herbie Hancock, they make Detroit-influenced deep house and music with soul. Recently Âme geared up to launch Fabric 42, and it’s already being considered on of the best mix albums of the year. On the highly regarded compilation, Âme create a kaleidoscopic blend of electronics and infectious grooves. They have created their own soundscape here with an all-star cast, which breathes a magical soundtrack to the last days of summer and beyond.

Dixon and Âme have always followed their own musical path. Innervisions, former sub-label of Sonar Kollektiv that was created by Dixon and Âme, was inspired by Dixon’s residency at “Inner City” in Berlin. Over the years, Innervisions has become the premier label for house heads everywhere thanks to era-defining club hits like Âme’s “Rej” and the Dixon/Âme/Henrik Schwarz collaboration “Where We At?”.

Alongside Dixon and Beyer, will be versatile NYC local Brendon Moeller, whose sets at Francois K’s Deep Space night fit neatly into the deep house aesthetic. With such innovators helming the decks, this Resident Advisor Night at Cielo will surely be a night not to be missed!

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

Resident Advisor Night
DIXON (Innervisions, Berlin)
ÂME (Innervisions, Berlin)
BRENDON MOELLER (Beat Pharmacy, NYC)

Cielo
18 Little West 12th Street
New York City
Doors at 10pm, 21+ Valid ID
$15 Presale Tickets, $25 at the door
Presale tickets at Resident Advisor:
www.residentadvisor.net/cielo

www.cieloclub.com
www.residentadvisor.net
www.myspace.com/justdixon
www.myspace.com/innercityvisions
www.innercityvisions.com

After all the months and months of hype, satire and debate, November 4th Election Day will see the dawn of a new era – whatever your allegiance, political stance or motivation, Cielo aims to make you celebrate or commiserate with some of the world’s finest DJs and live acts lined up this month to keep the recession blues away.

Tedd Patterson’s acclaimed Vibal night kicks off the month on November 1st delivering another edifying and soul-satisfying selection of gospel enriched house, and polished garage grooves. The Miami Magic Session man’s signature sound incorporating an intoxicating blend of contemporary and classic dance styles. The night is another afro-centric house jam where deep, soulful beats and Latin-infused grooves sit comfortably alongside tougher beats to create an atmosphere to match the warmth, intimacy and diversity of Cielo.

On Tuesday 4th, the night that America goes to the polls and the world awaits its outcome, come and celebrate or forget your troubles with the return of Adult Section. Metro Area’s Darshan Jesrani and Disques Sinthomme’s Citizen Kane, two of NYC’s more serious selectors, bring their monthly party to Cielo. Kane’s, the former disco buyer for New York’s infamous A1 record shop, has been a fixture of the downtown dance music scene since the late-’80s, while Darshan’s cutting-edge sound blends Detroit futurism, with Chicago’s abstract tracks, and the warmth of New Jersey’s deep. Make sure you’re part of the experience on a night that promises to be celebratory for all who still believe in democracy.

One of the many highlights of the month comes on November 6th as Hi-Tek Soul presents three icons of modern-day electronica: Derrick May, Kenny Larkin and Stacey Pullen. Reams could be written about each with May the one of founding father of techno who helped kick-start the Detroit techno scene with such seminal records as “Nude Photo” and “Strings Of Life”. Motorcity men Larkin and Pullen both cite May and Juan Atkins as two of their greatest musical influences, and although in recent times Larkin’s musical output has slowed considerably, as his burgeoning career as a stand-up comedian has taken off, his fellow protagonist Pullen, can regularly be found on one the four corners of the planet promoting the future sound of Detroit techno with his signature mix of ambient, jazz and centric grooves.

Paradizo on Saturday 8th welcomes Spirit Catcher, one of the most in-demand house acts, for a live set. Having graced the finest underground labels their polished future sound of disco hails from Belgium and producers Jean Vanesse and Thomas Sohet, who describe themselves as “a pair of misfits looking for life and love between the keyboard keys and the automated faders”. Ladies take note! Willie Graff, Cielo resident and co-compiler of our ‘Cinco’ 5th Anniversary compilation, supplies the soundtrack to the night.

On Thursday 13th Resident Advisor, the online electronic dance music bible, presents two of Germany’s finest recording acts, Âme and Dixon. Âme’s sound is easily accessible without ever loosing deepness, complexity and a distinct twist. Their inspirations, however diverse, are cleverly quoted but never copied, pushing the envelope with their unique blend of broken beat, tech-etched grooves and seductive house. For those not in the know, three words are generally associated with Steffen “Dixon” Berkhahn: DJ, house and deep. Take them, mix them and shake ‘em, whatever option you take, the equation is there. For the last decade Dixon has been one of the more genuine purest representatives of house music. Amen!

Made Event returns on Friday 14th with Spanish techno don Paco Osuna in control. The resident at Barcelona’s infamous Club4, and a regular alongside M.A.N.D.Y. in Ibiza, he first made his name on the White Island commanding the decks at the legendary Amnesia. Paco’s wickedly innovative sets combine driving percussive beats with deep techno textures and throbbing progressive house, reflecting his diverse array of influences. Currently on a world tour he arrives at Cielo after dates in London, Miami, Montreal, LA and Chicago before heading off to Canada, Spain and Germany.

Josh Gabriel is the latest in a long line of dance music stars to leave behind previous successes, feel born again and re-inspired to forge a brave new career path. Special guest of Made Event on Thursday 20th the former Gabriel & Dresden star achieved 16 Billboard Dance Chart #1’s and won the 2007 and 2008 IDMA award for America’s Best DJ, before parting company early this year with his former partner. “You can have something that is totally successfully but that doesn’t necessarily add up to making you happy,” says Gabriel whose solo progressive/techno opus, ‘Eight’ is amply proof of one reenergized bunny!

Junior Vasquez has been rocking New York dance floors for almost three decades with a handful of seminal residency, like the original Sound Factory and Tunnel in the ‘90s, through to Twilo and the Roxy in the new millennium. Now a monthly resident at Cielo, on Sunday 23rd Freedom presents a Junior Vasquez Classics Night where the maestro will be doing exactly as it says on the strap line – playing classics and only classics. Book Monday off and reserve a space on the dancefloor as you’re gonna be partying till dawn

Recently described as “Britain’s best kept secret,” Ralph Lawson was the man who putting UK clubbing in Leeds on the map with his legendary Back To Basics night, is guest of Paradizo along with Willie Graff the Thanksgiving weekend on Saturday 29th. Never one for resting on his laurels, Ralph has always kept a healthy interest in making music and is an integral part of the 2020 Soundsystem, described in the press as: “one of the best live bands within an ever increasing new wave of acts mixing up electronic music with healthy dollops of punk and P-funk”.

CIELO : NOVEMBER 2008 CALENDAR