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 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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Posted on Feb 23, 2013
Originally released in 2002, Omid 16B’s “The Game” was a formidable tune during the heyday of tribal house, becoming a go-to song for some of the era’s biggest DJs like John Digweed and Danny Tenaglia. Re-released on Alola Records earlier this month, the tribal-infused progressive classic is now being offered up as a remixable tune to Beatport Play users, with an FXpansion prize pack set to go to the winning rework uploaded by March 4. Furthermore, all remixes submitted to the competition will be judged by Omid and his Alola Records team, and the winning production will be released as part of a new remix package alongside some big-name producers. More details at...
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Posted on Dec 17, 2012
Soon on Alola records the unreleased Lana Del Rey remixes. Tracklisting: 1. Lana Del Rey – Video Games (Omid’s vocal mix) 2. Lana Del Rey – Video Games (Omid ‘s instrumental mix) 3. Lana Del Rey – Blue Jeans (Omid 16B Club mix) 4. Lana Del Rey – Blue Jeans (Club mix_Omid’s reMaster). 5. Lana Del Rey – Blue Jeans (Omid’s inDaHouse mix)...
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Posted on Dec 2, 2012
Alola is proud to welcome Amine Edge to the family. With two upcoming singles on the label before his ‘Sounds like Alola compilation’ in 2013, alongside Mr C and Omid 16B who are up next , it’s fair to say the Alola camp are quite taken with Amine’s sound. First getting in touch with the label in 2009, label boss Omid 16B describes his direct and enthusiastic approach as “all about the music” adding “he kept sending me stuff which kept getting better and better. His music was very much on my tip, bridging the gap between the older methods and the new whilst getting his message out there.” ‘Yeah’ is a funked-up deep track with a distinct smokey edge to it, perfect for both setting the vibe early in the night or one that will slot into any rolling journey. Making use of spliced up vocals and combining them with a sonic fusion of string instruments and jazz infused melodies, Amine brings it all together with his skilled production. Omid’s edit provides a driven DJ tool, ready to be dropped at just the right moment …in and out ! Buy now at:...
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Posted on Jun 25, 2012
Cesar Caballero – Funketeao EP – Groove Garden Recordings Including remixes from Omid 16B and Butter the Butcher. In stores from September 7th,...
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