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One of the reasons (honestly, there are many!) there have been fewer posts is because a mate and I started a weekly. (LOTEK and MANALOGUE have been tag-teaming as THE SHAKE for a few years now.) I feel as though I’m only putting in half the amount of time needed to get this night off the ground, but that’s all I can give at the moment considering other commitments that are a bit more pressing, paying the mortgage for example. If you’re wondering, blogging doesn’t really make any money, well I haven’t figured out exactly how to do it anyway. (Tips are welcome.)

Back to the post. This week I’m pumped to host JAMALL KNIGHT and BERBS. Winnipeg is saturated with djs, and I’d be hard pressed to find any jock in this city I like more than the former. Perhaps it’s because Jamall Knight plays like I/we do – which is a bit all over the place, and every time I’ve seen him behind the decks he consistently drifts to the likes of Proxy, and other noisy producers. Also, big thanks to our freshly minted vj, MRGHOSTY who gives everyone something interesting to look at when they’re dancing or not. This guy’s incredible. I’m totally looking forward to tomorrow!

Like every week though, I have no idea what I’ll lay down but perhaps it might include a schmorasborg like the one below.

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MP3: Groove Armada – I Won’t Kneel (Treasure Fingers Epicwave Radio Edit)

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MP3: Midnight Oil – Beds are Burning (Dj Red and Josh Dupont Club Mix)

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MP3: C-Mon and Kypski – Turn Of The Tides (Estaw remix)

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MP3: Cassian – Final Round

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MP3: 10 Rapid  – It’s Not Right

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MP3: Quiet Riot – Cum On Feel the Noize (KIDS AT THE BAR Remix)

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MP3: Pony Pony Run Run – Hey You (ALGERONICS Remix)

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Wolfmother – White Feather (BURNS Remix)
Grab this one from RCRDLBL

Isn’t it incredible that artists like WOLFGANG GARTNER are remixing super pop acts? Like what? In Mr. Gartner’s latest effort it’s difficult not to hear the influence of some of his previous work. Exploding spherical kick drums and licks from a Zelda soundtrack saturate one of London’s newest hearthrobs – MIKA. It all comes accross a bit mindless. I’m not saying it’s bad, infact I really like the tune – but I try to imagine where this track would be played and I can’t quite figure it out. Perhaps, the answer isn’t specific, rather it’s a tune so catchy, yet so full of bass and bounce it could be played everywhere. Why don’t you try it and get back to me with the results.

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MP3: Mika – Blame It On The Girls (Wolfgang Gartner’s Dry remix)

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MP3: Mika – Blame It On The Girls (Wolfgang Gartner’s Dry dub)

I seriously need to work on some self-promotion. ha. Don’t we all. THE SHAKE started a weekly night of dancing. LOTEK and I are trying something a bit different with CHECK YR PULSE here in Winnipeg by catering to the origins of electronic dance music. The opening night was a hit but last week I think the frigid temperature got the best of most people.

Anyway, this week we’ve got some great djs. KHEMLAB and CHRIS KOMUS will warm the dancefloor with some techno, minimal, and tech house (or haus if you’re feeling the German roots).

I’m not sure what I’ll play but it might involve something like this bootleg from NUNZI.

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MP3: Dennis Ferrer vs. Butch – Hey Hey (Nunzi’s Disco Booty)

I like singles with variety. That said, my wallet doesn’t like them so much because I end up buying too many versions of the same track. CICADA may put you in a similar situation. For the most part, I’d say the single and remixes fall into the realm of robotdisco. The production results in shiny dancefloor electronics for androids who may or may not have problems with white powder. That’s besides the point really. “One Beat Away” released on Critical Mass, gets the remix treatment from Cicada themselves, as well as ARNO COST, and KELEVRA, who’s stompy rework gets my vote for the best in the package. The track is also remixed by Aaron Gilbert from Cicada also does some deluxe polishing.

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MP3: Cicada – One Beat Away (original mix) (download rbr)

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MP3: Cicada – One Beat Away (Aaron’s First Floor remix) (download rbr)

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MP3: Cicada – One Beat Away (Kelevra Ill-Lektro remix) (download rbr)

Here’s a track included in the promo pack as a bonus (sorry, stream only) that features vocals from Tom Smith of THE EDITORS.

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Cicada feat Tom Smith – Executive

So, the previous post I went on about the fertility in this city; cold breeds creativity and so on. Here’s another gestational Winnipegger.

MIKEYSHHH (aka Mike B) runs a weekly that could stand as one of the best in the country. (Now if only I could ever get to it…that’s a different story). GOODFORM has been going strong for years, even after an extended hiatus when the crew had to find a new venue.

Mike’s latest effort floats lightly through the air like leaves falling in the autumn sun. Sure it helps that the original is by PHOENIX, but this cut will warm any Winnipegger in the dead of winter.

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MP3: Phoenix – Fences (MikeySHHH remix)

DIM MAK is proud to present the release of Fischerspooner’s new single “Supply and Demand”, out on November 10 and FISCHERSPOONER will be doing a DJ set at DIM MAK TUESDAYS on the evening of the release.

When my wife and I met, we bonded over Fischerspooner. I’m not sure if it sealed the deal for her, but the fact that she was such a huge fan of Casey and Warren gave me a bit of a chub. Think about it – this night could be the making of eternal love. If you’re in Hollywood, head over to Cinespace and check it out.

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MP3: – Fischerspooner – Supply & Demand

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MP3: – Fischerspooner – Supply & Demand (D.I.M. remix)

Local hero MIKEY MMMUSCLES put together a string of shows for the latest (and greatest in my opinion) Winnipeg music festival, POP! ETC. Tomorrow, VITAMINSFORYOU – the full band – is in town with dj sets from locals LEBEATO and MIKE B to start things off right.

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MP3: Lebeato – BBR (demo)

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MP3: vitaminsforyou- He Closed His Eyes

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MP3: Crosstown Rivals – Exits (vitaminsforyou remix)

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MP3: Madrid – Reply (To Everyone) (Vitaminsforyou Remix)

The fine folks at BETTER SWIMMERS have put together a serious of shows that should have the Winnipeg indie crowd donning their finest for weeks. You can check out the full line up over at the POP! ET CETERA site. While you’re there, you might as well grab the sampler pictured above. The kickoff party is tonight at the Lo. (Wish I could make it.)

I’m looking forward to (finally!) seeing LEBEATO next week.

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MP3: Lebeato – BBR (demo)

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MP3: Crosstown Rivals – Exits (vitaminsforyou remix)

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MP3: vitaminsforyou – He Closed His Eyes

Here’s a bit of melancholy to embrace the mid-week blues, courtesy of BERTIE BLACKMAN, remixed by Wild Turkeys.

MP3: Bertie Blackman – Thump (Wild Turkeys remix)

Bertie is set to embark on an Australian tour throughout August, followed by performances around the nation on the Parklife Festival alongside LaRoux, Little Boots and Metric.

One of the most incredible things about the young UK producer, BURNS, is his range in dancefloor kinetics. He’s capable of setting things on fire with rave-like anthems, while also keeping tunes hot and sexy and his latest EP, is a fine example of Burns’ diverse talents. His third release receives a little French touch in the form of remix help (not that it’s needed) from FRED FALKE who takes “First Move” and transforms the track into an epic journey that explores far and deep regions of bliss.

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MP3: Burns – First Move (Fred Falke remix)

Grab “Technique” from beatport.

As if this video by THOMAS BACHELLIER doesn’t get you all hot? The only better way to showcase the original tune’s dancefloor merit would be in a live setting. I know what I’ll be asking for in my next gig (A MECHANICAL BULL!).

Make sure to catch Burns on tour. He’s providing support to Deadmau5 over the next couple of months and lucky for me…they’re coming to Winnipeg. More on that later hopefully.

09/23 – Ritual – Ottawa, Canada
09/24 – Dagobert Night Club – Quebec City, Canda
09/25 – Metropolis – Montreal, Canada
09/26 – The Guvemment – Toronto, Canada
09/29 – Republic Nightclub – Winnipeg, Canada
09/30 – Flames Central – Calgary, Canada
10/01 – Edmonton Events Centre – Edmonton, Canada
10/02 – UBC Thunderbird Arena – Vancouver, Canada
10/04 – Showbox at the Market – Seattle, WA
10/28 – Roseland Theatre – Portland, OR
10/31 – The Forum – Inglewood, CA
11/01 – House of Blues – San Diego, CA
11/02 – Marquee Theatre – Tempe, AZ
11/04 – The Ogden – Denver, CO
11/05 – Diamond Ballroom – Oklahoma City, OK
11/06 – House of Blues – Dallas, TX
11/07 – Stubbs – Austin, TX
11/08 – House of Blues – Houston, TX
11/10 – The Village – Little Rock, AR
11/11 – House of Blues – New Orleans – LA
11/12 – House of Blues – Orlando, FL
11/13 – Revolution – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
11/14 – Mansion Night Club – Miami, FL
11/15 – The Ritz – Tampa, FL
11/17 – The Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
11/18 – Orange Peel – Asheville, NC
11/19 – Limelight – Nashville, TN
11/20 – Congress Theatre – Chicago, IL
11/21 – The Fillmore – Detroit, MI
11/22 – Theatre of Living Arts – Philadelphia, PA
11/23 – 9:30 Club – Washington, DC
11/24 – Roxy Boston, Boston, MA