Posted on Jul 29, 2013
The “On & Off EP” by Omid 16B is the next installment in a series of releases and parties from the master DJ/producer during the summer of 2013 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his highly respected Alola record label. Omid is an artist who isn’t just a DJ/producer, but also a songwriter and musician, who has played a range of musical instruments from an early age and has spent most of his life involved in music. He has been immersed in music as a life force for so long, that his whole ethos for creating music often seems to be otherworldly, exploring the realms of unfathomable alchemy. “On The Outside” is yet another gloriously creative example of his intricately woven house music, created with love and patience, that embodies everything that is exciting and supremely danceable about pure, timeless electronic genius. Constantly evolving and growing, with a groove to die for, this is music that will still make perfect sense many years from now. Talking of pure creativity, the 16m16s of “On & Off” is a space within the universe where all distractions melt away, as layer upon layer of melodic musical experimentation are fused onto a hypnotic minimalistic groove that defies mere simplistic generic classification. This is something that Omid 16B does so well – that laid-back aesthetic – perfect ammunition for summer terraces and sun-soaked parties worldwide, yet equally suited to being an utterly enthralling headphone listening experience at home. As a respected artist of high calibre for many years, Omid 16B has released several notable albums to critical acclaim and released an astonishing number of amazing singles and remixes over the years. “The On & Off EP” is another example of his highly distinctive style and unique expression that constantly inspires and evolves. As head of the Alola, Disclosure and SexOnWax labels, Omid is, quite rightly, seen as a key tastemaker across the electronic music scene. To get the bigger picture, you can listen to this intimate hour with Omid on the decks, featuring some new cuts coming up soon on Alola: https://soundcloud.com/sexonwax/omid-16b-alola-promo-mix-june Omid is currently putting the finishing touches to a new 16B album that will emerge later this year. This will be preceded by his mix compilation in the “Sounds Like Alola” series, giving people a glimpse into the label’s historic brilliance. Dixon – Love the tune! Maya Jane Coles (Dogmatik / Real...
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Posted on Jul 29, 2013
Conceived originally as a moniker for movie soundtracks, by fusing the Portugese words for ‘house’ and ‘new’, Casanova is an alternative musical output for Mindskap and this release on SexOnWax Recordings is a dream 10 years in the making… Inspired by such classics as ‘Driving To Heaven’ by label boss Omid 16B, this talented producer has several releases under his belt and continues to innovate with a haunting, evolving, almost tribal take on the current house sound. An incessant, engrossing hook leads ever-forward to a deep melodic denouement, whilst Omid on remix duties adds his unique sound to the release – with additional tracks functioning as DJ tools as well as in their own right, this is a well-thought-out and intriguing package that must be heard. Buy link:...
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Posted on Jul 23, 2013
Omid 16B – on the outside – alola release date 29/7/13 Amine Edge & Chronic – Thug Omid 16B – Loopa – SexOnWax – TBR Jesper Ryom – Ghostly Unknown – Untitled Nicole Moudaber – Brown Sugar Jamie Anderson – Inova – Rob Small Remix Cuartero – Piscore Omid 16B – Never Going To Stop – aLOLa – Release date Winter 2013 Jinxed – Ticon – CS remix Omid 16B – Alz Kool – Disclosure – Release date Winter 2013 Sabb – Ballkanika Omid 16B – Escape (Driving To Heaven) – aLOLa – Mindskap Remix – Release date end of summer...
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Posted on Jun 4, 2013
16B – Water Ride – aLOLa Omid 16B – On / Off Voodoo Corporation – Inside Your Love – aLOLa Spin Science & Loveski – Voc – aLOLa NB – Acid – CDM3 John Monkman – Time I Had – Warung Recordings OMid 16B – Longer & Quieter Hoito_-_Pshin_(Original_Mix) – TULIPA Marco Da Mata & Matthew – Dancing With Elephants (Yvel & Tristan remix) aLOLa Marco Da Mata & Matthew_Dancing With Elephants_(Omid 16B Club Edit) aLOLa Voodoo Corporation aka Cannibal Ink – Free Minds – aLOLa Adam_Banks_Feat_Andrew_Brown_-_Love_Struck_ Chilli Mint...
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Posted on May 27, 2013
Next up on aLOLa French DJ/Producer, Chris Gavin with ‘Nice View’. Hailing from Marseille, Gavin is a producer whose productions regularly win the praise of the A-list elite with consistent support coming from Laurent Garnier, Nick Warren and Hernan Catteaneo to name just a few. Hard to pin down to a certain genre, ‘Nice View’ is best described as melodic, uplifting electronic music that could just as easily slot in a peak-time set or soundtrack a sunset moment. aLOLa boss, Omid 16B provides both a remix and a reprise – ‘Nice View’ the remix is laced with upbeat melodic synths and driving drum machine sounds whereas his remix reprise offers the ultimate set starter that takes a turn to the dark side halfway through....
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Posted on May 13, 2013
Way back in the mid 80s, Simon Tappenden and Wil Russell first noticed each other’s tags in a dark subway and became buddies. Spray-paint fumes, Hip Hop & Electro beats and skateboards somehow led them to their first rave in 1989. Keyboards and samplers were purchased and by the mid 90s they were making tunes in a bedroom lit with only black light.. Wil and Simon eventually moved their Deep / Tech / House studio into West London and picked up the pace. Mr.C’s Subterrania night at The End became their regular haunt and in 2001, Omid 16b released their first record for Alola. A mere 12 years later the lads reformed as Pop Out & Play, and have put together a second release on the label. ‘Corrosive Tongue’ is spiralling house music with a cosmic 80s tinge, perfect for the summer floors....
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