AM042 by Audiation Magazine

Audiation “The Indian music industry is huge!”

RISING IN EDM Vibe was not something you used to be able to put on trial. COPYRIGHT LAWS ON COVER SONGS Breaking free from the system. GEORGE MICHAEL: FREEDOM

Audiation Magazine is a global monthly music publication which is free to read online and available for on demand print purchases. We feature all styles of music and various languages in the magazine, each piece is an expression of what our writers and featured artists wish to show. We do not have set rules and allow the words to come naturally with few edits. Articles are not constrained to simply music - we like to be broad in the way we express our passion and include a variety of topics including poetry, fashion and l i f e s t y l e . E a c h c h o s e n t o p i c w i l l r e fl e c t t h e t h o u g h t s o f t h e writer and revolve around music in some way. The m a g a z i n e i s f r e e t o r e a d a s w e u n d e r s t a n d t h e d i ffi c u l t y i n which creative individuals face when trying to go far, thus we want to help their talents reach as much of the world as possible. We have wonderful partners, Vinyl For A Cause bring together their favourite musicians with a percentage of proceeds going to charity, and, Right Chord Music who help to promote and develop interesting independent musicians. We wish to inspire minds, express creativity and radiate optimism to the world through music.

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"Music is much more than sound. Music can be a comforter, party maker, career path or a way of life." Ruby, Editor & Owner "Music is much more than sound. Music can be a comforter, party maker, career path or a way of life." Rokuro, Associate Editor "The birth of one's child is the only feeling that comes close to getting lost in music." Cessle, Associate Editor "Music is a form of art that reveals a truth in a world full of mystery." Sarah, Staff Writer

"No matter what's happening in life, it's usually great music will keep you going." Malachi, Staff Writer "Music is life. It's a universal language that has no barriers. It unifies people around the world. It brings people joy." Andy, Staff Writer "Music & love are the same things really. If kids grew up with music in their lives, then their lives would always be filled with love." David, Associate Editor

"The moment you feel happy about music, that is the very essence of it. Being in the vibes and understanding what music has for your soul." Steve, Staff Writer "Music is the way I see the world." Mary, Brand Ambassador

"It's an escape, a relaase, a chance to write how I feel and allow other readers to relate. Music has saved me many times." Jessie, Staff Writer "Music is love, you can feel it. Music binds people together, ending war and bringing peace to the soul." Ashna, Creative Assistant "Music is a material artwork of my dreams that inspires me to overcome difficulties of everyday life. I admire people who can make it!" Tamara, Brand Ambassador

Thanks to: Black Hole Recordings Channel 4 Hospital Records ADGRMS Mon FrĂ¨re Space Promotions Ten Letter PR Stashed Music Slime Recordings Infrasonic Recordings Pure Trance Planetlove Records Four40 Records OneFold Records On The Rise Promotions Kinesen Records South East Studios George Michael: Live in London Picture Publicist: Charlie Fearn Photographer: Channel 4 Television Festivals background by Tamara Dovgopoliuk Stock photography by stocksnap.io Icons & graphics by kues1 freepik.com

CONTENTS 8 Radio Guide 10 Reasons why you should be thankful for music 12 ADGRMS 17 SMILE: ADGRMS 18 Copyright law issues regarding cover songs 22 My Spiritual Journey ON SCREEN 25 Advertising 26 George Michael: Freedom 28 New Music MAURITIUS 49 Ecouter / Listen 51 Festival Guide

Additional Languages: 49 French (France)

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Hi Guys & Dolls... Indian artist ADGRMS is on this month’s cover with a natural country setting to show his refreshing character, this wraps around to the back cover. There’s a lot of cool new music around right now, I’m particularly enjoying MK - 17 as well as Marshmallo - Find Me. As for the Big Shaq trend, it’s not my cup of tea, but it is interesting to see how someone can rise up into fame so quickly with a gimmick that a lot of people can laugh with and share together. We’re excited to be supporting Urban Pulse this year with their upcoming event in Mauritius with Walshy Fire, 1st December. In this issue, Sarah’s Thoughts shares her gratitude for music and how it has been by her side through life. I chat with young electronic artist ADGRMS about his career so far, he also delivers helpful advice to aspiring musicians. Tamara lays down the law, discussing cover songs and copyright issues surrounding them. On screen, break free with George Michael’s compelling d o c u fi l m a n d w e c h e c k o u t s o m e c o m m e r c i a l s o u n d t r a c k s which have caught our attention. Steve brings us light with a m o m e n t o f r e fl e c t i o n t o e m b r a c e l i f e a n d h a v e f a i t h . W e ' v e g o t your festival guide, radio listings and music from Mon Frère, Hannah V, Tim Verkruissen, Parsifal, Bjorn Akesson and Shakira.

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Our Vision To infuse beauty into the creative world. To let music play, sound, be heard, be exposed and understood. To use the messages in today's music to bring the world together.

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REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BE THANKFUL FOR MUSIC 1. It had made you dance as if no one was watching, even if someone was watching, or no one was actually watching (can I get a singing in the shower?!) 2. It has made you cry when you really needed to, and has given you the feeling that someone else understands 3. It has given you an experience where you forget everything happening in the world, and you are able to enjoy the NOW 4. It has connected you with other people, whether online or in person. Someone else likes the sounds you enjoy, and it brings us together in human nature 5. It has passed the time, whether on a train to work or a long car ride. Music can shape someone’s day 6. We plan parts of our future based on music – what song will be the first dance, what song will be played at our funeral. Heck, that music may not have even been written yet. 7. It gives you adrenaline, whether you are about to crush a work out, pass a test, ace an interview, or ask that person out, music can give us a state of mind where we can conquer anything 8. It makes life more romantic – can you imagine love scenes in movies without music? That would be awkward, in my opinion. Not only movies, those slow dances in real life made the moment that much more sweet with the right romantic song paired to it 9. It holds memories – there are some songs out there that have the power to instantly smile or cringe, depending on whatever personal memory you have attached to it. 10. It is one of the only things that IS for everybody. I have yet to meet one person that hates music. There is a genre for every person, trait, race, sexuality, religion, personality type, and is a key ingredient to uniting us all as one. Cue Michael Jackson - We Are The World 10

Sarah's Thoughts

“ADGRMS” is actually only the short form for “Audio Germs” which was how this project started. To explain why “Audio” because that’s what I make and “Germs” because they spread even if you don’t want them to. So the ultimate goal is to keep making audio that spreads like germs haha.

Introducing the Indian artist who is bringing his A game to the electronic music scene. ADGRMS has a fresh and modern take on music, all of his productions are clean-cut and really stand out. We got to speak to ADGRMS about his career so far… Your music is quite futuristic and upbeat, where do get your Tell us about yourself and how you inspiration from? started in music? I think I love to make whatever I can I’m a super average 20-year-old guy vibe to, no matter what genre or who loves to make music & meet new tempo it is. My inspiration comes people. I recently dropped out of from a lot of places. I like to lock college & decided to take my career myself down for a few days or months as an artist very very seriously. I in the studio and just create music, started making music about 6 years without thinking about how, when or back while I was still in school. I was where I would put it out. During this an aggressive music listener and I time, I watch a lot of Netflix and spend loved playing new music for my some time alone. Helps me figure out friends. Then came a day that I what I want to do next. attended a `Tiesto’ concert in my city, which was also my first ever Tell us about the creation of 'My Girl' experience of a concert. I would say, and how you came to work with Jinco that changed a lot of things for me. and Burnheart. It affected my perception of a DJ, producer and a performer in a huge My girl was a very special way. I think that is when I decided to collaboration! Me & Jeremy (Jinco) make music. I started learning FL had friends in common and we came Studio via youtube which I still use across each other via Facebook & for making music along with Apple decided to make music together. We Logic Pro X! Phew, I think that’s a lot worked via sharing stems on e-mail of info, to begin with haha! and that is how ‘My Girl’ was created. I think Burnheart did a great job on What does your artist name the vocals, which is one of the major "ADGRMS" mean? reasons for the track being a success!

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ADGRMS proudly releases his new single ‘My Girl’, produced with Jinco featuring vocals from Burnheart, on Spinnin’ Records. The emotive song is a intriguing blend of enchanting strings, strong rock-inspired percussion, and a grungy vocal. Then, we drop into a modern-day electronic section. What was your first thought when What are the aims of your Infected you found out it would be released Radio series? on Spinnin' Records? I think ‘Infected Radio’ is a great This is actually a funny story. So, me platform for me to interact with my & my manager are also best friends listeners! It’s been a while that I have so we keep having arguments on a been able to put up new episodes but lot of things, haha! So we were trust me, It’s coming really soon. My prepping for our IELTS exam aims in particular for the podcast (International language test) and we would be to feature as many talented got into a heated argument and we producers as I can and have the didn’t talk to each other lol. I would podcast played by every electronic refuse to call or text him and then he music fanatic in India! calls me out of nowhere and gives me the Spinnin’ News! Spinnin’ is What does music mean to you? obviously a HUGE platform and practically a dream label for every I think music means everything to me, electronic music producer. I was everything that I am today or will be super happy and excited for what was tomorrow is and will be because of coming in. So Spinnin’ Records music. I love listening to music technically made me super happy Irrespective of its genres and making and got me & Yash (My Manager) music is what I do. I don’t know how excitedly laughing about it lol. more to answer this question, sorry haha. 14

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Being from India, what can you say about the music industry there and I have been waiting to answer this how you have been able to connect question for a while! There are a lot to the worldwide industry? of misconceptions amongst people that are just starting out their career I think the Indian music industry is as an artist, most of which I was able HUGE! I would not be surprised if to figure out only after a few years of India will be declared as the dance only making music already. A few capital of the world in near future. things that I feel have helped me a There have been so many big names lot growing up are as follows. doing India tours all around the year and it only gets more exciting. India 1. Be a part of music production has the largest youth in the world, groups on Facebook, they help you most of which are heavily into widen your “producer friends” circle. electronic music. I think with so much exposure, comes along a lot of 2. Add a lot of industry professionals market saturation in all areas. I see on Facebook and try to interact with so many young producers from India them. Helps them discover or making AWESOME music and I try to remember you by your name - This do everything I can to support and can come in handy when you least appreciate them! I think with the help expect them to! of social media, it is not very tough to connect with the world. Generate 3. DO NOT SEND unfinished demos or relevant content, learn about digital promos to labels or artists. Spend marketing and make the best use of time on your music, take creative it! references and feedbacks from your producer friends, have the track professionally mixed & mastered (if you’re not sure to do it yourself), create a pre-release and post-release “plan” before even sending it out to labels. Remember, all your tracks are your “products” - the last thing you want is for your product to not be as good as the market standards. 4. Attend music conferences and As part of the new generation, at just events around you, It’s a good way to 20 years old, what would your meet people you have been in touch advice be to young people who want with on Facebook. This gives you the to go far? 15

opportunity to connect with them on made us all laugh after the gig haha! a personal level. More than just What a confusing answer lol business, I have made some great friends at such events. 5. Consider your career to be a business and your music to be your product. Now all you have to figure out is “How to sell your product”. Learn about business principles, they are really helpful. Know the chemistry (your music), Know the business (the music industry) and know a guy who knows another guy Tell us about your aims for the (networking)! future, and do you have anything coming up such as shows or releases? What is the funniest incident that has happened to you at a gig of One of my major goals in the coming yours? months is to have a lot of tracks in my discography! I have a lot of Hahaha, there have been many but unreleased music and I can’t wait to this one tops the list! So I was playing show it to everyone! Some of the ones a show a few months back in Mumbai you can expect sooner than others and the club had a setup of 4 players would be my single with the and 1 mixer. So while the track was Manchester-based John Thacker (one playing on a player, it was tough for of my fav singers) called “Safe & me to reach the other player on the Sound” and a very special collab with other end so I asked Yash to hit the one of my best friends in the Indian play button on that player so I could music industry! mix the next track in right after, but ________________________________ 'in the moment' I forgot that the track which was audible to the crowd was www.facebook.com/adgrms the player that Yash was gonna hit www.soundcloud.com/adgrms play on. So right after the build-up www.spinninrecords.com/ when everyone was expecting the releases/my-girl drop, Yash hit the “cue” button and there was complete silence at the club. All I could hear was disappointed people lol, so I held the mic, cued the track again to the build up and took it from there. This sure 16

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"A lot of things make me smile, I think my puppy tops the list! Coming home to him after a tiring day is one of the best moments for me e v e r y d a y ! " A D G R M S

THINGS THAT MAKE ME

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COPYRIGHT LAW ISSUES REGARDING COVER SONGS If an artist wants to make a cover, he/ she must ask an owner of the song or a management of an artist a permission to make a cover. Then, agreements are signed. Otherwise if an artist copies another’s work and pass it off as her/his own, then they’re guilty of plagiarism, unless they can show that the similarity was completely coincidental and that there was no way that he/she could have heard the work they’re accused of copying. There is a very fine line to be drawn between sound-alikes, parody and plagiarism. There are numerous of cases when well-known artists receive lawsuits because they used someone’s original riffs, rhythm, melodies, arrangements, thus sometimes even similarities between songs may be insubstantial, or just due to serendipity. For example, the $5.3 million punishment against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams for infringing Marvin Gaye's "Got to Give It Up" to create "Blurred Lines" made quite a loud noise throughout the music industry."Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams was released in 2013. Two years later, the song made the headlines as a case of plagiarism. The initial claims were talking about the overall sound being similar to "Got To Give It Up", a song released by Marvin Gaye in 1977. Eight details of similarity of

the songs were discovered, five of those details related to the melodies, one to the melody of the bassline and two to the arrangement. In this case this trial is unique, because subtle signs of inspiration were presented as "substantial similarities" then blown up to direct one-to-one copies. The jury decision in the "Blurred Lines" case defies the traditional legal understanding of music copyright, according to a number of legal experts. In the past, you've generally had to show that a song copied a series of notes, as in a melody or a set of lyrics, in order to prove copyright infringement. The problem is "Blurred Lines" doesn't rip either of those from the Gaye song. Instead, it has a "vibe" close to that of "Got to Give It Up," owing to their similar rhythm pattern and certain production choices like voices murmuring in the back of the mix. And vibe was not something you used to be able to put on trial. On Friday 6 October 2017, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has heard oral arguments in the appeal of the "Blurred Lines" lawsuit. During the appeal a legal error was argued. It should be noted that before the mid-1970s, sound recordings weren't protectable under copyright law. Congress changed that, but

given that Gaye's "Got to Give It Up" was one of the last songs before the legislative change went into effect, his family was forced to litigate the "Blurred Lines" case under a certain disadvantage that no modern music creator would today face. Only protectable elements were given weight — and according to U.S. District Judge John Kronstadt, that meant forgoing any analysis of Gaye's original "Got to Give It Up" recording. Instead, what's protectable is whatever was expressed by the sheet music deposited at the U.S. Copyright Office. Jurors never got to hear Gaye's original song. Instead, each side had musicologists testifying about that sheet music and whether there was any substantial similarity.

signs of plagiarism. However, since the criteria are hard to compile and even hard to get accepted, quick results are not to be expected. For example, Fraunhofer IDMT's (Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology IDMT in Ilmenau) "PlagiarismAnalyzer" detects identical melodies and samples (whole portions of a song) in a matter of seconds. To do this, mathematical algorithms identify the tonal spectrum of the copy and the original and then compare the two. In the UK, as in the USA, a copyright is secured when something is fixed in tangible form. Unlike in the USA, there is no need for registration, and in fact there is no registration procedure. It’s not a bad idea, however, to mail a recording of the song to yourself, or to your solicitor, to prove the date on which it was created.

According to the Gayes, regardless of the fact that sound recordings weren't protected under the 1909 Copyright Act, what the iconic Motown musician actually created provides the best evidence of what In general, when a cover song is was copyrighted. performed in public place without any permission, then a venue is the Can the class of "substantial one, who’s responsible for using the similarities" be narrowed down? cover song. And it should pay Unless these questions are clarified, royalties to the owner of the song for judgements will inevitably tend to the fact that his/her song was used be unclear. There are already during the performance. working algorithms for melody recognition that are combined with Every songwriter shall register his/ an extensive database of music (for her songs in songwriting example, midi-files). There have organizations such as BMI, ASCAP, been experiments running for SESAC etc. to guarantee that it’s his/ implementing a software detecting her work and get publishing and 20

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mechanical royalties. It is made to help you track your recordings and to get performing royalties from every time your recording was digitally used (for example, internet radio, streaming services) or publicly performed. Youtube has an implemented program that defines the song, which is being used in the video. If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cover song then Youtube notifies an owner of the song (or a publisher, who represents the rights of an owner) about the fact that his/her song was used. Such case has no law infringement, because when setting Youtube account the owner can choose to give a permission to use the recording and get revenue from cover song through ads or to block a cover video (Youtube then will notify that cover video infringe the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rights and the cover video will be no longer seen in public). Facebook also has such implemented program, but it identifies and deletes cover videos. Facebook so far do not permit to share cover videos.

Tamara

Through my spiritual journey, I have experienced the love that can come from above. Whatever you might be going through, if you let go and let God, there will always be a way. He provides with all answers to our prayers, pains, rough moments, and whatever might drag us to the darker side. There is light, there is hope, salvation and most of all Love for whoever you are. That one song really expresses that feeling. I am not going to be too expressive with words as it might lose its very sense. Crowder with his unique voice and sensitivity utterly says it all.

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"So lay down your burdens Lay down your shame All who are broken Lift up your face Oh wanderer come home You're not too far So lay down your hurt Lay down your heart Come as you are"

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ADVERT: Google Pixel 2, Questioning? MUSIC: Too Many Zooz - Warriors Bold. This one word sums up the advert and the music. With snappy visuals and statements which make the audience think, this perfectly shows a theme of innovation and looking to the future. The distinct brass section instantly grabs your attention whilst the lively melody infuses a positive and bright vibe. The main section lifts your mood with a full wave of energy, the overall arrangement keeps you on your toes.

ADVERT: Brand Attic, AW17 MUSIC: Adam King & Francesca Forman - Don't Doubt It A photographerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s haven. With a sleek, trendy style throughout each shot and a fabulous model showing off the equally stylish clothing collection. The song is soft and alluring with a rhythmic yet syncopated beat. It also features stunning intricate details and sparkling touches.

ADVERT: Apple iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, Reveal MUSIC: MagnusTheMagnus - Area Simply various slick shots of this shiny new product. Nothing more is needed. The track is an equally defined piece of crafted work. The detailed structure and notes, a melodic air and a share twist of the bold drops.

George Michael: Live in London

George Michael: Freedom The 1 x 90' newly commissioned film will be a very personal documentary revealing how the boy from north London became one of the most influential recording artists of all time and helped to re-write the rules of the music industry and celebrity. The success of his first solo album Faith resulted in him becoming one of the few artists who could shift millions of albums worldwide. This was a dream scenario for the label but he had different plans. This resulted in a difference in opinion between him and the label over how the follow-up album Listen Without Prejudice was promoted. - 14th September 2016, Channel 4 Press Just over a year later since this initial announcement, the documentary film aired on Channel 4 on 16th October 2017. The film had been scheduled to broadcast earlier than this, however, George Michael passed away a few days after working on the project. This is his final piece of work. Unbeknowingly, his final memento of himself to the world. 26

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George Michael provided the commentary and worked with David Austin to create the film. David explains that what we see is mostly edited by George himself and left as untouched as it could be, excepting minor edits and additions. The two had been friends, since only a few months of being born, through their mothers meeting. They grew up together and worked together, their earliest musical journey told by David Austin, "I got a guitar at 6 and George was a drummer, that ís what he started out doing and he sort of played on the pillows and I played the guitar and I’ve got these recordings actually and believe it or not, the first song we wrote was called “The Music Maker of the World". The film is introduced by Kate Moss in the black chair adorned with speakers from the song 'Fast Love'. The title sequence commences with fiery visuals together with a stunning rendition of 'Fast Love' by Adele. His life story is told as he wanted to tell it. His rise to popularity and how he felt at each moment. It was especially poignant when the topic came to his beloved Anselmo. He explained the highs and the lows. The pain when he lost his love. The fact that a lot of his life was then devoted and inspired by his love. A pure, timeless feeling. The fact that they were parted did not stop this love. It also pushed him to fight the cause for the music industry. George wanted to break free from the system, and that defiance is so incredibly amazing because it can’t have been easy when everything was against him. Yet, he stuck to what he believed in. Music should not ever be limited, should not ever be restrained. Creativity cannot blossom when boxed into rules and regulations. It is also very cool that he didn’t want that limelight. He refused to promote the releases in the media himself, because he just wanted to keep the pleasure of his passion and not have any attention. Even in this documentary about himself, he only commentates and does not show his face. His greatness will continue to influence us all to do what we want, how we want to do it regardless of the battles we shall face. Watch George Michael: Freedom on All4: www.channel4.com/programmes/george-michael-freedom

I won't let you down I will not give you up Gotta have some faith in the sound It's the one good thing that I've got Picture Publicist: Charlie Fearn | Photographer: Channel 4 Television

NEW MUSIC

Seductive. Following the Latin season of music, this is a thrilling taste of exotic flavours. The video is also really interesting with a telenovela introduction.

Camila Cabello ft Young Thug - Havana

CHARTED

A sexy and soulful beat with the catchy, wellknown lyrics. Chris Brown Questions

Whenever he touches the mic, you know it will be good. A fun and vibrant track with gorgeous vocals.

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‘Believe EP’ by Mind Of A Dragon holds a contrasted mix of emotions. I like the variations from dark and deadly to light and thoughtful and then to a classic old school sound of smooth yet bassy, sweet yet harsh. Slime Recordings is proud to welcome back Mind Of A Dragon to the label. Since the release of the genre-bending ‘Emotions’ EP on the imprint last summer, the London-based producer has been hard at work crafting his debut album alongside a slew of amazing releases that have solidified his position as one of the most inventive and creative artists working within UKG today. www.slimerecordings.com

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‘Rise Again’ by Mon Frere ft Kate Wild is outstanding. A majestic production with strong power contrasted against subdued tones throughout the verses. The passionate vocals share great emotion. The lyrics tell a story we all know too well. How long till I find my strength again? How long before I see my fear surrender? I’ll choke as I fight to catch my breath But I’ll sing until I’m standing tall. Rise Again is all about dealing with mental health issues that so many people suffer these days. A loss of confidence, panic attacks, depression - these issues hit most people at some stage in their lives. We hope that the lyrics resonate. www.monfrere.co.uk www.katewildmusic.com 31

Well, me and my baby are the bass in the beat A lo-fi rhythm, the sweat and the heat Come on now lover, won't you follow my lead And we'll move on into the night I enjoyed seeing this performed on the Ellen show, I imagine it would be incredible live. The string section leads you in, followed by the husky male vocal. The passionate chorus is brilliant and ignites a fire for the love within. A pretty jazz interlude further delights the ears. www.andersoneast.com 32

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FIRE! ‘Find Me’ by Marshmello has a feel good, party vibe. I love the high energy, sugar rush at the drop. Okay, the artist’s character head is a bit… odd. Watching an interview with him on 4Music’s Trending Live it was too, quite odd because he doesn’t speak. Taking a look at the video for this track, it makes me warm to him because it shows that this is just his way of expressing himself. Take away the human face, unplug the system and enjoy living. www.soundcloud.com/marshmellomusic

‘RUNAWAY’ BY LEAH LOST, PRODUCED BY RDUBZ, CAPTURES HER FEISTY SPIRIT ON TOP OF A GLITZY ELECTRONICA TRACK. BKT PROVIDES A SELECTION OF MIXES INCLUDING A FUNKY MAIN EDIT AND TWO EXPERIMENTAL DUB/INSTRUMENTAL EDITS. WWW.SOUNDCLOUD.COM/LEAHLOST 34

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Without Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Tempo Elektrik is a tune which is instantly likeable and you could easily hear in the charts. A bright dance sound, smooth male vocals with a slight edge from the distinct high voice clips. The Scott Diaz remix brings the underground club style with a darker tone. Next up leading the talent at OneFold is label heavyweight Tempo Elektrik, who's giving us slight rave nostalgia with his new track, 'Without You'. Serving up a fresh take on synthesised vocals and fist-pumping bass, this lyrically-led mover is packed with more than enough energy to satisfy any crowd. Completing the single is a mellow, deeper interpretation of the attention grabbing original courtesy of producing talent Scott Diaz (Simma Black). Transforming the cut with drawn out, low frequency chords and spliced, ricocheting vocals, he nails a grittier, underground sound. House & Garage at it's best, the perfect round-off for this genre-spanning release. www.onefoldrecords.com 35

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Lagoonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Tim Verkruissen has a strong introduction moving into a bright dance vibe. Lagoon got already support by various Djs like Johan Gielen. This incredible progressive tune by Tim Verkruissen features one of the coolest basslines we have heard for a while in a track. Thats at least what YORK thinks. www.planetlove-records.com

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This world is ours for the taking! #Uplifting

Catchy & fun. #Dance

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Right Through Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Luke Liberati is out of this world. An extraterrestrial riff runs throughout whilst the surrounding atmosphere progresses. The lovely vocal glimpses and smooth, deep tones are stunning. Debut outing on Pure Progressive from Australian Luke Liberati. This is a gorgeous low-paced record assembled around a lush vocal sample. Crisp percussion drives the groove with warm keys & tube filters providing the sunrise atmosphere. www.puretrance.com

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‘International Girl’ by Stunnah Gee is sexy. The sweet serenade and a flavourful track. The video compliments the song with colourful (clothing included, I would love to know that stylist) and sensual imagery - a man’s haven, lounging by the pool surrounded by exotic women. The long-awaited club banger from AfroBeats all-star Stunnah Gee entitled International Girl is now available! The track has the slick production style and distinctive vocals fans have come to know and love from Stunnah Gee. International Girl features a glossy, fun music video aimed at empowered women of all cultures. Produced by the talented and prolific producer P2j, the song centres around Stunnah’s description of a special lady in his life; being a goddess in his view, with her best features originating from cultures around the globe. “I’m inspired by women in general, but I wanted to appreciate ladies from all around the world. What is different from anything I’ve done before is that this song has a very international-pop feel. It’s a different sound, it’s a different style. I can’t wait for my fans to hear it!” Stunnah Gee www.soundcloud.com/stunnah-gee 39

‘Secret Stash, Vol. 1’ is a spirited collection of music. The mix of soulful and funky sounds take your mind away to the sunset parties or back in time to wonderful moments, whilst the deeper tracks fuel the underground rave. Stashed Music follow a string of rapturously-received EPs with their first VA compilation Secret Stash Vol.1, featuring new and exclusive music from DJ S.K.T, Carnao Beats, GAWP and a host of up-and-coming house talent. Launched earlier this year and already making its mark on the underground, Stashed Music is a new label founded by prolific electronic artist DJ S.K.T, who has teamed up with a number of like-minded childhood and music industry friends, each of whom brings their own unique experiences, knowledge and passion to the table. From the outset, Stashed Music’s remit has been to unearth raw new talent as well champion established producers: talent that is not afraid to push the boundaries of modern house music. That mission is in full effect on their latest release, a various artists compilation featuring 11 original tracks, all of which are exclusive to this collection. Kicking off with a quality club roller from DJ S.K.T himself, the compilation shines a light on a rich vein of relatively undiscovered house talent. Every track featured has that little something extra that sets it apart: from intricate percussive grooves and fat basslines to delicate melodies and infectious vocals, this is the raw sound of the house underground. www.soundcloud.com/stashedmusic 40

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Mercury by ‘Parsifal’ is a well-crafted track taking you along a journey through the universe. Each little element is beautifully worked in with lots of intrigue the ear. This comes with equally interesting remixes from Specialivery, Tommy J Gren and Mess Me. Parsifal is a swiss-italian music producer & dj based in Paris. Strongly influenced by a plethora of music’s styles, his productions have evolved from classic bass house to a more blended style with Deep and Tech House, characterized by a groovy defined drums elements rich with wide cinematic synths and sounds ambiances. After having remixed acts like Antoine Clamaran and having released on labels like Vamos Music, Pacha Rec. and Caballero Rec., Parsifal returns on Kinesen, releasing a powerful and clubby tune still keeping his incisive sound identity. www.kinesen.net 41

‘I RECKON’ BY SEAN MATHEWS IS A LOVELY LIGHT AND ATMOSPHERIC TRANCER. BACK WITH A BANG, SEAN MATHEWS IS BACK ON INFRASONIC WITH HIS NEWEST PRODUCTION MASTERPIECE 'I RECKON'. TAKING ALL THE TYPICAL MATHEWS HALMARKS AND SPRINKLING IT WITH SOME ADDED ATMOSPHERIC FINESE, SEAN COMES UP WITH A LUSH FUSION OF A LAID BACK GROOVE, LUSH TRANCE MELODIES AND SUBTLE CLASSIC NUANCES FROM BACK IN THE DAY. IT'S SEAN'S ATTENTION TO DETAIL IN HIS PRODUCTIONS THAT REALLY SET HIS TRACKS APART FROM THE REST, AND 'I RECKON' IS ANOTHER FINE EXAMPLE OF THAT. WWW.INFRASONICRECORDINGS.COM

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’Sweden’ by Vibbar is kind of manic at first! Then you hit replay, you rewatch that video, you get into the groove and feel that easy-going vibe. It’s a pretty cool with a great variety in all the elements pieced together. An amalgamation of sounds, influences and voices, ‘Sweden’ is the perfect illustration of the fact the group is built on ‘vibes’. Catchy bars flirt with percussion as the melodic instrumental takes you on a journey through hazy fade outs before bursting back in to its rhythmic life via amped up bass and crystal clear production. Visually the video captures the collectives boundless charisma which is immersed with creative flair. From the cutting edge of rap to the forefront of fashion, Vibbar represent effortless cool. “Originally the song was a sample by a garage artist/Dj from back in the day called Lonyo. We sampled his hit 'Summer of love' and originally used that title, to pay homage. We wanted to keep the energy of our original take on the song so made a new beat with a similar vibe. We then decided to call the song 'Sweden', after the country which is the inspiration behind the whole collective, hence the name Vibbar (Vibe in Swedish)” - VIBBAR Vibbar’s uncomplicated love for what they do and their changeable talents allow them to morph in to any role required for them to continue their own evolution as a collective. To date they have DJ’d and collaborated with numerous brands and hosted guest appearances on their tracks from Big Narstie, Wiley and JME, amongst others, plus they host their own weekly show every Monday from 5pm on Radar Radio. With the release of ‘Sweden’, they are on the brink of even more new conquests. www.facebook.com/vibbarmusic 43

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We March Onâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Hannah V ft Natalie Williams is beautiful. The first vocal section almost reminds me of an old wartime song, keeping the world strong through dark times. Then the main section enters to reveal the contemporary soul sound. A stunning piano performance brings it altogether. The powerful and passionate air takes over and you allow your mind to be submerged by it. Blackjack provides a naughty DnB remix full of attitude and empowerment. I love the accompanying video with the story of heartache following through to finding herself again, all this in-between the studio performance with pretty rose gold definition. www.soundcloud.com/hannahvofficial

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‘Haunted Spaces EP’ by Document One is a killer DnB set to get you through the night. Since Document One’s first release on Technique Recordings, they’ve formulated a particularly volatile compound of jazz, funk, hip-hop, and tech. And they’ve proven its effectiveness by chalking up enviable levels of radio airplay, DnB chart status, and rave destruction. Now, there’s a brand new five-track EP to deliver another dose. This time, Document One are exploring the darker side of their nature, guiding us into the shadows with the upright-bass-meets-murderminded- rap of Haunted Spaces. The EP’s title track builds through a sparse intro into a rhythmically-twisted drop. The punch and snap of kick and snare are coupled with a driving fusion of natural and synthetic basses. There’s a heartbeat of dancefloor funk, but this is no laid-back, casual groove. It’s a gritty, evil piece of music that sets the template for the rest of the release. This EP is set to reconfigure our expectations of Document One. It has their production fingerprints all over it, but presented in a different, more midnight-tinged, package. It just goes to show the artistry in their style, and it’s clear these tracks are another milestone in the onwards-andupwards Doc One progression. www.techniquerecordings.co.uk 45

Love Love Love. ‘Space Between’ by Apex ft Ayah Marar is a classic. The lively DnB track and an immensely catchy hook from a beautiful vocalist. The is a part of Hospital Records ‘Weapons Of Mass Creation 3’ compilation. More favourites include ‘Avalon’ by Cyantific and ‘Starting Over’ by Blu Mar Ten. Popping off like a roadside incendiary, the third installment of Hospital's Weapons of Mass Creation series is back with a bang. Just when you thought it was safe to fileshare another MP3, we're taking our guerrilla war back to the streets with an outstanding collection of insurgent beats. www.hospitalrecords.com 46

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Ecouter J'aime beaucoup écouter la radio Mauricienne, alors voici mes chansons préférées ce mois-ci. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs Diplo ft Deb's Daughter - Hey Baby Un joli chanson avec une âme. C’est rhythmique et parfait pour une fête d'île. Prince Royce - Culpa al Corazón Une chanson intéressante pleine d’amour. C’est romantique! Shakira - Me Enamoré Une chanson douce et sensuelle pour les amoureux

Listen I love to listen to Mauritian radio, so here are my favourite songs this month. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs Diplo ft Deb's Daughter - Hey Baby Catchy with a soulful tone. It is upbeat with sounds that fit well into any island party. Prince Royce - Culpa al Corazón A song full of flavour and love. This is for the lovers. Shakira - Me Enamoré Sweet and sultry for those romantic evenings. 49

FESTIVALS Printworks Sonic Visions 7 October - 10 December 16 - 18 November London, United Kingdom Esch-Sur-Alzette

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Welcome To The Future - Indoor Day Festival Iceland Airwaves Electric Church Gabriel 25 November 1 - 5 November Tour Salzburg Amsterdam, Netherlands Reykjavik, Iceland 17 - 18 November Salzburg, Austria Transmission Pitchfork Music 25 November Festival Paris TWSTD Festival Prague, Czech Republic 2 - 4 November 17 - 19 November Paris, France Skegness, United System. Present Kingdom Apollonia At Mint Club REC Festival 25 November 3 - 4 November White Moon Leeds, United Kingdom Rotterdam, Netherlands 18 November Amsterdam, Netherlands Blijdorp Winter Electric Church Gabriel Festival Tour - Klagenfurt Creamfields Presents 2 December 9 - 10 November Steel Yard Liverpool Rotterdam, Netherlands Klagenfurt, Austria 18 - 25 November Liverpool, United Contact Festival MAYDAY Poland Kingdom 2 December 10 November Munich, Germany Katowice, Poland Imagination Festival 24 November Electric Sea Festival Electric Daisy Carnival Prague, Czech Republic 2 December Orlando Rostock, Germany 10 - 11 November Apokalypsa 18 Years Orlando, United States Anniversary Toxicator 24 November 2 December Mint Presents Maceo Brno, Czech Republic Mannheim, Germany Plex & Adraitique 11 November Vodafone Mexefest Leeds, United Kingdom 24 - 25 November Lisbon, Portugal Bebop Festival 15 - 25 November TWSTD Festival Le Mans, France 24 - 26 November Skegness, United 51

Bass Jam Wolverhampton 2 December Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

United Kingdom TIKTAK New Year's Eve 31 December Netherlands

Rage Festival 2 - 9 December Durban, South Africa

In:Motion / STRAF_WERK 16 December Bristol, United Kingdom

Polaris Festival 7 - 10 December Verbier, Switzerland

Valhalla Festival 23 December Amsterdam, Netherlands

Solution Germany - A Legend Returns 8 December Duisburg, Germany

Contact Winter Music Festival 26 - 27 December Vancouver, Canada

Les Nuits Electriques 8 - 9 December Lille, France

909 | Indoor 29 December Amsterdam, Netherlands

In:Motion NYD / Elrow: From Lost To The River 1 January Bristol, United Kingdom

BERGFESTival 8 - 10 December Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria

Awakenings: New Years Eve Special 31 December Amsterdam, Netherlands

Solution Germany 13 January Oberhausen, Germany

WHP: The Warehouse Project 8 - 26 December Manchester, United Kingdom

Cosmo NYE Rome 31 December Rome, Italy

Rave On Snow 14 - 17 December Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria X-Massacre 15 December Prague, Czech Republic SEMF - Stuttgart 52

Electronic Music Festival 16 December Stuttgart, Germany

2018 Epizode 2 31 December - 10 January Phu Quoc, Vietnam Awakenings: New Years Day Special 1 January Amsterdam, Netherlands

Winter Beats 20 January Ingolstadt, Germany

Into The Castle Eastern Electrics NYEE 26 - 27 January 31 December Cape Town, South Africa London, United Kingdom Exodus HYTE Berline NYE 27 January 31 December Dortmund, Germany Berlin, Germany Sneeuwbal Winter Hogmanay: 24 Hour Festival Party Train 27 January 31 December Utrecht, Netherlands London & Edinburgh, www.AudationMagazine.com

The Beat Festival 27 January Geneva, Switzerland

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REFERENCES Michael Jackson - We Are The World www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2H6mpUnsLI Jinco & ADGRMS ft Burnheart - My Girl www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8c0FqnM9ig www.spinninrecords.com/releases/my-girl —-www.facebook.com/adgrms www.soundcloud.com/adgrms Crowder - Come As You Are www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2zhf2mqEMI http://smarturl.it/CrowderNeonSteeple?IQID= yt -—www.facebook.com/crowdermusicofficial Google Pixel 2, Questioning? www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVBTk40PNF8 —-https://toomanyzooz.bandcamp.com/track/ warriors www.soundcloud.com/toomanyzooz Brand Attic, AW17 www.youtube.com/watch?v=92k-B6ZuDEs --www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYNX71Q/ ref=dm_ws_sp_ps_dp Apple iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, Reveal www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0DN-BZrM4o --www.soundcloud.com/magnusthemagnus https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/areasingle/id1172910426 George Michael: Freedom www.channel4.com/programmes/georgemichael-freedom --www.channel4.com/info/press/news/ channel-4-commissions-new-feature-docfreedom-george-michael-w-t www.channel4.com/info/press/news/georgemichael-freedom-q-a-with-david-austin Camila Cabello ft Young Thug - Havana www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQ0mxQXmLsk Chris Brown - Questions www.youtube.com/watch?v=mH76VvWkNwA

Mind Of A Dragon - Believe EP www.soundcloud.com/slimetime/sets/mind-ofa-dragon-believe-ep https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/believesingle/id1293458506 -—www.soundcloud.com/mindofadragon www.slimerecordings.com Mon Frere ft Kate Wild - Rise Again www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6uHNbm33mE www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075V424ZV ——www.monfrere.co.uk www.katewildmusic.com Anderson East - All On My Mind www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zSczaSm60U https://elektrar.ec/AndersonEastEncore --www.andersoneast.com Marshmello - Find Me www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymq1WdGUcw8 www.amazon.com/Joytime-Marshmello/dp/ B019NPCJBA --www.soundcloud.com/marshmellomusic Leah Lost - Runaway www.traxsource.com/title/878728/runaway -—www.soundcloud.com/leahlost www.sestudios.org Tempo Elektrik - Without You www.soundcloud.com/onefoldrecords/sets/ without-you-tempo-elektrik-out www.traxsource.com/title/870465/without-you -—www.soundcloud.com/tempoelektrikmusic www.onefoldrecords.com

Tim Verkruissen - Lagoon www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EmpuKwxPvU www.beatport.com/release/ lagoon/2113909 -—www.soundcloud.com/timverkruissenofficial www.planetlove-records.com

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Bobina featuring Cam Melnyk - Conquerors www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQC_1XNJpGU https://magikmuzik.choons.at/bobinaconquerors -—www.soundcloud.com/bobina MK - 17 www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoBAfjvhj7o http://smarturl.it/MK17 -—www.marckinchen.com Luke Liberati - Right Through You www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yOPosNPx5Y https://pure.choons.at/rightthroughyou -—www.soundcloud.com/lukeliberati www.puretrance.com Stunnah Gee - International Girl www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kTFjzlQBQo https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/ international-girl-single/id1266945406 -—www.soundcloud.com/stunnah-gee Secret Stash, Vol. 1 www.mixcloud.com/DJSKT/secret-stash-vol1promo-mix www.beatport.com/release/secret-stashvol-1/2124349 -—www.soundcloud.com/stashedmusic Parsifal - Mercury www.soundcloud.com/parsifalmusic www.kinesen.net Sean Mathews - I Reckon www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dlh389JukSA http://infrasonic.choons.at/ireckon -—www.infrasonicrecordings.com Vibbar - Sweden www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIPZatZRPUQ http://smarturl.it/VibbarSweden -—www.facebook.com/vibbarmusic

www.soundcloud.com/hannahvofficial www.facebook.com/nataliewilliamsuk Document One - Haunted Spaces EP www.soundcloud.com/techniquerecordings/ sets/document-one-haunted-spaces-ep www.beatport.com/release/document-onehaunted-spaces-ep/2130663 -—www.soundcloud.com/documentone www.techniquerecordings.co.uk Apex ft Ayah Marar - Space Between www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO8gcbJ1oO8 www.hospitalrecords.com/shop/release/ various-artists/nhs119-weapons-of-masscreation-3 Daniel Wanrooy - Gamma www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlQsf5CGSC0 https://blackhole.choons.at/gamma -—www.danielwanrooy.com Bjorn Akesson - Extra Life www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxSZ99xk8mw -—www.soundcloud.com/bjornakesson Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs Diplo ft Deb's Daughter - Hey Baby www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIll0-AyMa0 http://heybaby.dimitrivegasandlikemike.com -—www.dimitrivegasandlikemike.com Prince Royce - Culpa al Corazón www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lDsqOsJL7k http://smarturl.it/FIVEitunes -—www.princeroyce.com Shakira - Me Enamoré www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPTn0QEhxds http://smarturl.it/ElDoradoi --www.shakira.com Urban Pulse www.facebook.com/URBANPULSEMAURITIUS

Hannah V ft Natalie Williams - We March On www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hydL6i0QOY http://bit.ly/HannahVWeMarchOnITunes ---

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