'Full On Ferry' Makes a Stop at Freedom 2013
Words By: Constance Chan
The annual May long weekend can only mean one thing for many electronic music fans in Toronto; the all access event at Guvernment/KoolHaus complex – Freedom 2013.
On Sunday, Ferry Corsten made a stop at Guvernment as part of his revived “Full on Ferry” tour. The “Full on Ferry” concept that was created in 2007, where Corsten welcomed DJs internationally to play back to back sets regardless of their style and genre. The 2013 lineup with includes the electro-house Dutch sensations, Bassjackers and once again, Tritonal was back in Toronto for the tour as well. Read more
Armin van Buuren's Intense Explores The Modern Sounds of EDM
Words By: Sean Moffatt
The leading force in today’s trance scene and reigning DJ Mag #1 Armin van Buuren has returned with his first album since 2010. The follow up to Mirage titled Intense is in every sense of the word, an album. Of course the LP has a strong trance presence, but it is the exploration of different musical genres that makes this album a stand out. Looking to classical, rock, and of course progressive and trance, Armin once again proves his artistic value to the dance music world. Read more
Third Times The Charm As Funkagenda Finally Set To Play Uniun
Words By: Sean Moffatt
Tonight at Uniun Nightclub we will FINALLY be getting deep, dark, and downright destructive with progressive house mastermind Funkagenda. The British producer was originally scheduled to play Uniun back in December, and again in February but unique situations led him to postpone both shows. The good news is that the date for his return has finally arrived, and Toronto is buzzing with anticipation.
Joining the British producer is a slew of other artists including Popeska, Dallas K, and Charlie Darker.
Electronic Dance Music To Motivate Leafs Nation
Words By: Sean Moffatt
Watching our beloved Toronto Maple Leafs get dominated from start to finish last night wasn’t pretty. Sure there were flashes of what the young team is actually capable of, but the experience of the Bruins highlighted the inexperience of the Leafs. Simply put, they looked flat. It has been 9 years since the playoffs and that’s our valiant return? C’mon, where’s the motivation? It got me thinking about my days of Junior hockey and what motivated me, and number one was always music. Today’s players wear earphones while dressing, have sound systems in the dressing rooms, and when at home they pick what plays during their 20 minute warm-up. Music has the ability to make us feel bigger, stronger, and inspired to tackle the challenges that lay ahead of us.
It was that thought process that led me to this post. Here are my picks of EDM tracks that should inspire any athlete to get out there and perform. Read more
Morgan Page @ Uniun Nightclub - The Best Remixes
Tonight inside Uniun Nightclub we welcome none other than Morgan Page! The American producer is responsible for several Top 10 hits and has even been nominated for 2 Grammy Awards. Records produced by Page are often accompanied by addictive vocals that never fade, frequently making their way into live DJ sets from a lot of his peers.
Page’s productions are regularly reworked by many of those same peers, so prepare yourself for tonight with some of the best Page remixes! Read more
Avicii Chooses To Let The Music Speak For Itself
Words By: Sean Moffatt
With millions across the globe glued to their computers for one of the most anticipated Ultra Music Festival performances on 2013, Swedish producer Avicii used his time on stage to once again shock the world of dance music. The established star had been actively sharing his excitement for the set via social media and fan expectation had never been higher. What fans didn’t expect however, was the diverse spectrum of music that highlighted a short UMF TV broadcast on YouTube. Almost immediately following the performance fans went on the attack. The aggressive complaining picked away at the live performers, ‘country & folk’ sounds, and some even went as far as claiming Avicii’s career was over. Read more
Daft Punk Officially Returns After 8 Year Hiatus
Words By: Sean Moffatt
It’s time for the entire dance music collective to rejoice, Daft Punk is back. After 8 long years since their last album, the French duo consisting of Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter has officially released the lead single for the highly anticipated Random Access Memories. While much has happened in dance music during the duo’s noticeable absence, the French icons have returned at the perfect time to remind the growing scene not to forget about the foundation the genre was built on. Read more
Third Party At Uniun Nightclub - 6 Songs You Need To Know
Words By: Sean Moffatt
Since its inception in 2003, Steve Angello’s Size Records has grown into a recognized source for some of the industry’s most addictive house music. Angello’s ability to find up-and-coming stars has served the label well, consistently developing a roster of top-notch talent. The label’s influence has helped mature the sound of AN21 & Max Vangeli into the successful People of the Night album of this year, and it continues to do so for each member of the Size family. Included in that mix is a young duo from Essex, U.K. Jonnie Macaire and Harry Bass who together make up melodic progressive duo Third Party. Read more
Incredible (Original Mix) - Borgore & DJ Carnage
The title pretty much says it all for this one. Israeli producer Borgore known primarily for his strong offerings to the dubstep community has teamed up with trap star DJ Carnage for the bass pounding collaboration Incredible. One thing’s for sure, this record speaks for itself. Once the drop hits its like getting punched in the face with a fist full of bass. Read more
Hold On (Extended Mix) - NERVO
Dance music’s favourite female tandem Nervo will be following up their incredible set from Uniun Nightclub with one in the Main Room for Freedom 2013. As far as DJ’s are concerned, there are only a handful of women who have garnered global success in the male dominated profession. Nervo along with stand outs Nicole Moudaber and Maya Jane Coles are strong and visible female leaders. Read more