As part of the PM//AM series in conjunction with the BPL, P.U.N.C.H.I.S and AA/MP, MM is excited to see Martin Buttrich in town this weekend.

The weekly party put on by P.U.N.C.H.I.S in the Beatport Lounge (BPL), which resides in the upstairs of Beta, is hosting Martin Buttrich this Friday night in conjunction with Afterhours Anonymous and Mahesh Presents (AA/MP). The party will take place in two stages. First, in the Beatport Lounge (BPL), the PM (p.m.) stage goes from 9:00-2:00, with P.U.N.C.H.I.S residents opening for Buttrich. Then, the AM (a.m.) portion kicks in at an after hours location, hosted by Afterhours Anonymous and Mahesh Presents (AA/MP). There, our friend Bones will play an opening set (on his birthday no less), followed by yet another set from Buttrich. To cap off this dizzying night of acronyms and shenanigans, Denver ex-pat Little Mike, returns home again to close out the night at some point in the AM (a.m.).

Here at the offices of MM (Make Mistakes), we are excited to see Herr Buttrich twice in person…in the same night…that whole PM//AM thing. Long a “ghost” producer for the likes of Timo Maas and Loco Dice among others, it is under his own name that his music is most enjoyable. Come Friday…it’s TGIF.

Beta:

Add yourself to the limited discount list by following this link: http://bit.ly/xku5Wi
21+ $5, 18+ $15 – Before 11PM (higher after)

Afters:

21+ w/ ID $15 before 1:30am or w/ Beta wristband // $20 otherwise

Turbosound by Paradigm

RSVP on the Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/266075636795468/

Stumbled upon this website today. It has a few decent synths and plug ins, with information on each.  There are also some good youtube videos out there for even more information. All downloads are free with an option to donate, which is always a cool gesture. As Patrick Kuntz, the owner of the site puts, “You can suppport TAL with a paypal donation. The money is mainly used to keep the project running. The main points are: hosting, apple hardware to support osx and beer ”…that’s keeping it real Pat, cheers.

Check it out,

http://kunz.corrupt.ch/home

i have a collection of hundreds of polaroids, some of people, some of places, some of light and some of things. it was my favorite documentation process for many years and i still wish to use it sometimes. for years we tried to take one of every person who came into the cafe, and after a while they were all over the walls. it was like a rite of passage in that place. this girl only worked with us for a short time. she cut the tip of her finger off in one of the grinders when trying to fix it. and then she drew a comic about it. and sang to it everyday until it grew back. when i see this, i try to remember if she is making any sound as i took the picture. excitement and shyness all at the same time. that’s what she makes me feel, whenever i think of her. enjoy the silence, it says.

-kate lesta

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 pms02 | enjoy the silence | ductape

artist – track – album – label

1. opiate – 1% in 2/3 speed – while you were sleeping – april
2. mountain man – arabella – made the harbor – partisan
3. jose gonzalez – instrumental  - stay in the shade – imperial
4. smog – say valley maker – a river ain’t too much to love – drag city
5. nils frahm – more – felt – erased tapes
–> interlude:  white rainbow – sleep now we are soft (dirty projectors rmx) – box – marriage   <–
6. ben frost – theory of machines (reprise) -  by the throat – bedroom community
7. sufjan stevens – you are the blood – dark was the night – 4ad
8. nicolas jaar – why didn’t you save me – don’t break my love – clown and sunset
9. purity ring – lofticries – ungirthed ep – transparent
10. peaking lights – synthy – 936 – not not fun
11. nils frahm – peter – juno – erased tapes
12. spirits of the red city – as animal – hunter moon – self released

I arrived in Baltimore, Maryland two weeks ago to start a new life on the East coast. I was worried about where I would get my techno fix, as I have heard and found very little about the techno and house music scene here, though I have been assured by people in the know, that there would be much to do.

I was skeptical.

This changed while riding home on the train last week, a co-worker casually mentioned that her and some others were going to go see some artist named Âme at some small club that was in a converted row house in Mt. Vernon.

I freaked out at this point. I’m in Baltimore, I don’t know anyone, and I’m being told nonchalantly that some of my favorite producers in dance music right now were going to be playing in a tiny venue in the city.

So, I wasn’t lied to, that’s good. I quickly did some research on the show, and found out that it was happening at E-Villa, which, after being there, has already become my favorite club in Baltimore. In fact, if it were in Denver, it would be everyone’s favorite club in Denver. If there are going to be Make Mistakes events in the city, I would hope that I can pull them together here.

Imagine the house party of your dreams. Small, intimate dance floor, for about 100 people, and a classy, well stocked bar area with couches and posh decor. The club in and of itself was reason enough to go, I guess I’m saying. Âme being the headliner, just gave the experience the surreal tinge you’re looking for in a night out in a city you don’t know.

The crowd was positive and smiling, people knew what they were there for and quickly got down to the business of partying. The DJ opening for Âme laid down a thick vibe of deep, intelligent house and techno, and paved the way for Âme’s more psychedelic, floating in space house music.

And it was delivered, a beautiful set of warm, inviting music, matched with a tightly packed vibrating room filled with happy party people, created a perfect intro to the Baltimore scene.

Unfortunately, still being tired and in need of life organizing, my fiancee and I decided to skip the warehouse afterparty jam, but it’s worth noting that Kevin Yost was on the lineup for that, so I would assume that that was just as awesome.

Having the pleasure of knowing Radere, or Carl Ritger, influenced the idea of the following review. Also not knowing how to explain this type of music yet, without repeating anything else written time and again, factored in. Ambient/drone/noise music is something that embodies raw emotion. Carl is an extremely talented producer and his latest release on Future Sequence entitled, “I’ll Make You Quiet” is proof in the power of patience. Both on his end and what it asks of the listener.

Each track is reviewed as a piece of script from a short, short film. Some inner monologue…or something along those lines.

1. I’ll Make You Quiet

“My eyes open and I am floating in space. It is peaceful, it is serene. I am alone, but do not feel alone. My space suit is white, my body feels light, the air is dark and my soul feels bright. Static. What the hell is that static?…where is it coming from?…what does it mean?…what is changing? I’m moving faster. I feel afraid. “Somebody!!”…wait….wait, I hear the light and see the sound. It’s serene again and I can’t shake this smile.”

2. Sometimes, I Can’t Make Full Sentences

“Yo” a voice says from the end of the alley to my back. “Who’s there?” I question with a bump in heart rate as I spin around . Silence.. “Yo”  the voice says again, drenched in reverb, echoing out through me into the empty streets. “What are you?” I ask….The walls begin to move and sway, the bricks appear to be dripping. Sunshine cuts through clouds, to cast shadows on the liquid movement of the walls. The alley ground pushes wide as the walls fall like water, splashing to the earth as the voice calmly says, “it’s me.”

3. …So I left

“It feels so huge out here, so vast. Man I feel strong, my head is clear. I can smell a sea that is not on the horizon. “What the?” There is no horizon. And why won’t my legs move? Purple birds are dropping coins from the sky. Silver coins. They are beginning to fill the ground, and knocking on my head. “Hell yeah!!!!!” I shout from the sand….”hell yeah.”

4. Good Evening, Ghosts (Version)

“The entire great manor is awash with the smell of roasted meat and fresh vegetables emanating from the grande kitchen. Tight green shrubs form elaborate pathways in the garden, the grounds outside appear stunning through the giant windows. A setting sun melts through the glass ceiling of the atrium, em blazing the room below in orange. In the great room, a fire crackles as it warms the burgundy and oak furniture that surrounds it. “Ellington….pour me a brandy” I say to my loyal butler. “Our dear ones are on their way.”

5. Stay Away

“I have swam much to deep and the meter on my oxygen tank is reading low. Ears are popping, pressure is having its way.  No longer can I see the surface or light above me. Down. Deeper I swim into the abyss. Headlamp switches on, PSHT! It bursts and flickers out immediately. Down I go. Legs swimming faster, arms ripping harder, heart is open and working away. “Let go”, I think to myself. Motionless, I let go.”

For more information on Radere and where to buy this release, please follow the link below.

http://www.futuresequence.com/releases/ill-make-you-quiet/

In this day and age, it is pretty ridiculous that some Dj’s do not post a track list with their Dj mixes (DJ MIX, not a live set of their own material). Especially the ones who have a good number of fans who follow them.  If it is a live recording from a party/gig, understandable if one is not provided. Some people will actually take the time to add what they’ve played after the fact and then post it with their recording, which is appreciated. But for those who post a ‘studio’ Dj mix or podcast on SoundCloud…a blog…a website…to share….without a track list? Please. Get over yourself! It is not your music friend. It is someone else’s music who put time and effort in to it and deserves the recognition for doing so.

I’ve heard, “I don’t post a track list, because I don’t want people to play my bangers.” What, so that Dj you’ll never hear play in your life, plays one of them at a gig you never knew existed? Or on one of the half a million podcasts floating around? Oh and this one is good. Those ‘artists’ who love to spout off about how pirating is killing the chance for producers to make money, but then don’t provide information to credit said producer. Whether it be the obsessive enthusiast or the casual listener, being able to learn about what you are listening to is beneficial. Not just to the listener, but to artists, labels, Dj’s and this entire culture. It’s a win win for everyone.

It shows confidence in ability to share some secrets from time to time.  I get having a personal relationship with music, wanting to keep killers in your crate to set yourself a part, etc. Please, if you take the time to record a mix at home or in a studio to share, take the time to post the track list to share with it. The information it provides is going to help you more than hurt you in the end.

We switched over from a ‘group’ to a ‘page’ on the facebook. So if you feel so inclined, please ‘like’ us on the facebook, we will not let you down if don’t let us down. Go ahead and click on that mesmerizing logo below to proceed.

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Our homies at Mother Earth Sound System and Crowdpleaser are bringing in an old techno stalwart this weekend, Kirk Degiorgio. This is a great chance to get your brain pummeled, up close and personal. One thing I dig about Kirk, is how he can project a split image of his mug like you see here. That and how he started a party in London, where artists play live and HAVE to play all unreleased, new  material…or apparently their heads will be chopped off. It’s called Machine, check it.

See below for more information and stay tuned for a full review of the night.

Mother Earth Sound System + CrowdPleaser presents:
Friday, Feb 10
KIRK DEGIORGIO (UK)
aka As One / Future-Past / Esoterik
ART / Planet E / Rush Hour

Almost as if to try and throw his fans off the scent, Kirk Degiorgio has used As One, Elegy, Esoterik, Critical Phase, and Future/Past as recording aliases. In 1992 Degiorgio recorded his first release on B12 Records and shortly after founded the ART label (Applied Rythmic Technology) releasing early material by seminal artists such as Carl Craig, Aphex Twin, Stasis, and The Black Dog.

Degiorgio went on to record material for ART, Planet E and R&S before signing As One to New Electronica for the albums Reflections and Celestial Soul, which both made the Muzik Top 30 albums for 1994/5. Further albums for Clear (UK), Mo Wax, Ubiquity, Versatile and Neroli cemented Kirk’s reputation as a seriously heavyweight producer with a unique, individual sound, beautifully combining elements of jazz, soul, techno and funk into electronic tracks.

Bio + discography:

http://www.discogs.com/artist/Kirk+Degiorgio
http://planetary-folklore.blogspot.com/

Tracks + mixes:
http://www.soundcloud.com/kirkdegiorgio
http://www.bodytonicmusic.com/podcasts/2010/jan/20/bodytonic-podcast-066-kirk-degiorgio/
http://www.mixcloud.com/littlewhiteearbuds/lwe-podcast-36-kirk-degiorgio/

with DJs from MESS + CP

full details coming soon…

http://www.heartheearth.org/
https://www.facebook.com/CrowdPleaserTechno

Walking the 3 blocks to Park burger last night through a fresh foot and a half of snow was swell. Really, it was not that cold and everything looked cozy and peaceful, with some snow quietly falling. It only got better once inside, where we snagged a table and a few cans of New Belgium’s, Sunshine Wheat beer. It got even better when the giant basket of Truffle Parmesan Fries was placed on the table, about 5 minutes after ordering them. Those things are deadly. Sam had the housemade veggy burger with sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions and swiss cheese added. I had the “Royal”, a good sized burger with the same mushrooms, onions mentioned, but mine came with bleu cheese and a little surprise that was not seen on the menu when ordering….bacon. Normally, bacon on a burger is not something I seek out, but this was a tasty burger. It brought to mind a recent conversation with a friend who is into  Ayurveda, she said you should not eat two different kinds of meat in a the same day…oops. The burgers were delicious, with a warm but not soggy bun and all the standard fixings. Lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle slices came free of charge, as they should. The service was efficient and friendly, the decor is clean and modern. The small bar that is self seating is a nice option and a dining room in the rear can accommodate bigger parties. Definitely check out this Park Burger location, it is one of three around town to get your gourmet burger and fries fix. They also have home made milkshakes to enhance your pleasure even more.

Park Burger  (the picture on the home page is the sandwich I faced)

Denver promoters Afterhours Anonomyous and Mahesh Presents (AA/MP) have been good at aiming for a specific group of people, the in between or ‘fringe’ crowd. Those who like to enjoy themselves outside of the club confines but might not necessarily be obsessive about what goes into it. Not quite as jaded and bitter as some of us around here…which is good.  This target audience needs to be cultivated to keep the underground scene progressing. AA/MP partnered with ROOTS Denver [super nice guy Bones (Nick Wilson) and local legend Hipp e] to bring in a few hotly tipped artists over last weekend.

This past Saturday they brought Ryan Crosson and Lee Curtiss of the freshly famed Visionquest outfit. Both are Michigan natives living in Berlin, both have had and still do enjoy solo careers.  The North Denver warehouse complex that is Cluster Studios was the space chosen for the event. We arrived about 12:30 after crushing on some raw fish rolled in seaweed and cold rice wine with friends, it was lovely. Cluster is one of the better venues in town to have a party save one mondo detail…acoustics. It has always been a challenge to dial in the sound in the cavernous main room. The high ceilings, open-movable walls, concrete floors and exposed metal beams all team up as if to  say, “I don’t think so, sound guy.”

Unfortunately, the space won again. Surely it did not help that the speakers sounded like they were submerged in water. Little to no highs or midrange, it was muffled bass all over the venue, aside from a few sweet spots. We missed both opening sets, my buddy Angel Castro and a fella that goes by Quinn, but heard both went down well. By 1:45 there was a great crowd assembled, pro grade lasers and hardly anyone really dancing. Halo, of H Foundation fame, was on the decks playing pretty straight forward tech house in the 125 bpm territory that could have used some love on the sound system. Was a bummer, as I’ve been a fan of him for a while and was excited to hear him play again.

Lee Curtiss would be my least interesting pick musically out of the four big Questers (Reeves, Troxler, Crosson, Curtiss), but he came through with the most interesting set of the night. He EQ’d the best out of the sound system, playing more stripped back techno and house, slowing the pace down. It was a bit groovier, a little more slinky and tad bit sleazy. The vibe felt like it was finally coming together at this point. Most of the set sounded like his unreleased track “I Can Make Your Body Twitch” which was welcomed, as it has a dirty, funky feel to it. Ryan Crosson came on around 4:00, smoothly mixing in Cajmere’s classic “It’s Time For the Perculator”. Only about half an hour later it was time for the car ride home to bed. The little that we did catch of him was solid. It sounded a bit more on the techno end, a bit harder than Curtiss and at that point the 420+  in the crowd were on board with him, sound issues or not.

All and all, Roots & AA/MP  started their New Year with momentum moving forward. Stay tuned for more AA/MP shows over the next few months, there are some good ones scheduled. Radioslave, Martin Buttrich and Jesse Rose among other confirmed names.