AM060

Audiation

Dance with Karmel Jäger as she makes
waves in the rebellious Sydney scene.

•••
A lethal and exciting combination, Rick

Live collaborates with Katie Price.

Audiation Magazine is a global monthly music publication
which is free to read online and available for on demand
print purchases. We feature all styles of music and various
languages in the magazine, each piece is an expression of
what our writers and featured artists wish to show. We do
not have set rules and allow the words to come naturally
with few edits. Articles are not constrained to simply music
- we like to be broad in the way we express our passion and
include a variety of topics including poetry, fashion and
l i f e s t y l e . E a c h c h o s e n t o p i c w i l l r e fl e c t t h e t h o u g h t s o f t h e

writer and revolve around music in some way. The
m a g a z i n e i s f r e e t o r e a d a s w e u n d e r s t a n d t h e d i ffi c u l t y i n
which creative individuals face when trying to go far, thus
we want to help their talents reach as much of the world as
possible. We have wonderful partners, Vinyl For A Cause
bring together their favourite musicians with a percentage
of proceeds going to charity, and, Right Chord Music who

help to promote and develop interesting independent
musicians.

We wish to inspire minds, express creativity and radiate
optimism to the world through music.

www.AudiationMagazine.com

"Music is much more than "The moment you feel
sound. Music can be a happy about music, that is
comforter, party maker, the very essence of it.
career path or a way of Being in the vibes and
life." understanding what music
Ruby, Editor & Owner has for your soul."
Steve, Staff Writer
"Music is much more than
sound. Music can be a "Music is the way I see the
comforter, party maker, world."
career path or a way of Mary, Brand Ambassador
life."
Rokuro, Associate Editor "It's an escape, a relaase, a
chance to write how I feel
"The birth of one's child is and allow other readers to
the only feeling that relate. Music has saved
comes close to getting me many times."
lost in music." Jessie, Staff Writer
Cessle, Associate Editor
"Music is love, you can
"Music is a form of art feel it. Music binds people
that reveals a truth in a together, ending war and
world full of mystery." bringing peace to the
Sarah, Staff Writer soul."
Ashna, Creative Assistant
"No matter what's
happening in life, it's "Music is a material
usually great music will artwork of my dreams that
keep you going." inspires me to overcome
Malachi, Staff Writer difficulties of everyday
life. I admire people who
"Music is life. It's a can make it!"
universal language that Tamara, Brand Ambassador
has no barriers. It unifies
people around the world. "You know you are a
It brings people joy." music addict when you
Andy, Staff Writer get a natural high when
you hear a tune you love!"
"Music & love are the Christina, Vice President
same things really. If kids
grew up with music in "Music is my Truth.
their lives, then their lives Techno is my Heart. Love
would always be filled the mediator that led to a
with love." connected, liberating,
David, Associate Editor beautiful, surrender to my
inner peace."
Sharm, Staff Writer

Thanks to: CONTENTS

Backdrop Promo 8 Shows Guide
Bass=Win 10 Mint Festival
11 Rick Live
BB Gun Press 14 A Boy Called Sailboat
Critical Music 16 25 Years Josh Lasden
18 24 Hour Garage Experience
Hussle 19 SMILE: Rick Live
Josh Lasden 21 Throwback Season
Karmel Jäger 22 #AudiationNation
Kenja Records 23 Karmel Jäger
Midi Logic 28 Hurricane
Neighbourhood PR 30 Coombe Weekender
33 New Music
Oggie 51 Events Guide
On The Rise Promotions

Relish PR Factory
Republic Media
Rick Live

Space Promotions
Strike Media
Ten Letter PR
Urban Dubz

Axel Jansson photography by
Kieron McCarron

Icons & graphics by
kues1

Onlyyouqj
Kjpargeter
Alekksall
pikisuperstar
freepik.com

4 www.AudationMagazine.com

5

Hi Guys & Dolls...

A stylish shot of Karmel Jäger adorns over cover with lovely peach
and blue tones, the blue background is carried over onto the back
cover. This month has shone the light on the joy of diversity and
love with the celebrations of Pride month and, one of our favourites,
World Music Day. A quote I’d like to share here, from Elexis Ansley:

“All eternity is in the moment “

I n t h i s i s s u e : C e s s l e fi l l s u s i n w i t h i n f o o n t h e s t a n d - o u t M i n t
Festival in Leeds and the diverse Coombe Weekender in Coventry.
Never wait or rely on anybody. I chat with UK DJ and producer Rick

Live who aims to bring people together through music, he also
reveals his exciting collaboration with Katie Price. Discover A Boy
C a l l e d S a i l b o a t , t h e w h i m s i c a l fi l m o f a y o u n g b o y s p r e a d i n g l o v e
and positivity through a simple guitar. Head over to Eeklo, Belgium
as I check out Josh Lasden’s upcoming event which celebrates 25

years of his musical career. Get your 24 Hour Garage Experience
with Midi Logic’s epic mix of the genre: past, present and future.

Oggie is throwing things back with his new album of feelgood
nostalgia, I’ve got your review. I love making people get up and

dance. Sharm gets to know Sydney artist Karmel Jäger as her
exploration into electronic music lifts her in the underground scene.

We've got your events guide, show listings and music from Emily
Bear, Morganway, Axel Jansson, Otosan, Sorana and more.

Ruby x

Connect with us:
Facebook /AudiationMagazine

Twitter @AudiationMag

6 www.AudationMagazine.com

I got my copy of @audiationmagazine!! I’m
humbly reading this beautifully written article on

page 24 and I had to capture some silly pictures!
Couldn’t be more grateful to be able to do what I L.

O.V.E. & have friends like you take notice! Thank
you for all the support all these years and for

everything you’ve done to help me get noticed.

- Karina Nistal

SHOWS

London timezone
Radio | Podcast

Monday

10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
6pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio

Tuesday

10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
6pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Sister Bliss In Session | House & Dance
A State Of Trance | Trance

Wednesday

10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
2pm Danny Blaze | House, UK Garage & Club Classics - Flex FM
6pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio

Thursday

10am Clara Amfo | Variety - BBC Radio 1
10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
6pm Jeremy Sylvester | House & UK Garage - Urban Dubz Facebook
6pm Relive The Madness | Dance - One World Radio
Toolroom Radio | House & Dance
Global Warm Up | House & Dance

8 www.AudationMagazine.com

Friday

10am Neev | Variety - KISS FM UK
11am The Weekend with Adam K & Nervo | Dance - One World Radio
2pm Sam Supplier | House, UK Garage & Bass - Rinse FM
4pm Husky | House - D3EP
7pm Annie Mac | Dance - BBC Radio 1
9pm Pete Tong | Dance - BBC Radio 1
9pm Wideboys | House & UK Garage - KISSTORY
10pm Mike Delinquent | House & UK Garage - KISSTORY
10pm Friday Night Kiss with Steve Smart | Club - KISS FM UK
10pm Capital Weekender with Ministry Of Sound | Club - Capital FM
Trustnobody | House & Techno
Hospital Records | Drum & Bass
Above & Beyond Group Therapy | Trance
Clublife | Club

Saturday

11am The Weekend with Adam K & Nervo | Dance - One World Radio
6pm The Music Box | House - D3EP
6pm DJ Queen E | Urban - Ontop FM
8pm Saturday Night Kiss with Steve Smart | Club - KISS FM UK
10pm Capital Weekender with Ministry Of Sound | Club - Capital FM
11pm Saturday Night Kiss Fresh with DJ S.K.T | House, Techno &
Bass - KISS FRESH

Sunday

11am Sunday Recharge | Dance - One World Radio

The Beauty Of Sound | Trance
UKF Podcast | Bass
The Chillout Lounge Mix | Chillout
HeavyBeatsRadio | Club
Clubbing Culture | Club
Monthly Injection Shehzad K ON AIR | Club
Stashed Sessions | House & Techno

9

MINT FESTIVAL

Mint Festival, one the most stand out festivals in the North of England,
returns to Leeds with a stonker of a line-up for what is set to be one

of its greatest editions.

MINT FESTIVAL
28 SEPTEMBER 2019
RAF CHURCH FENTON, LEEDS, UK

Once again being held at RAF Church Fenton, just by Leeds East Airport,
the 28th of April promises to deliver some out-of-the-world stage
production with a matching line up to boot featuring industry
heavyweights such as Patrick Topping, Gorgon City, Enzo Siragusa,
Claptone, Apollonia, Seth Troxler, MK & More. On top of this is the
mouthwatering news that world renowned party starters Elrow and

cult underground crew FUSE will host their own arenas.

www.mintfestival.co.uk

10 Cessle

Rick Live The DJ - supported the likes of Will Smith

A.K.A The Fresh Prince, DJ EZ, Luck &

Rick Live has worked in the DJ scene Neat and even Boy Better Know, to name
since his teenage years, having played but a few.

in clubs and bars across the UK and
Internationally with residencies in The Producer - tracks with UK garage
Ibiza, Malia, LA, Thailand & Australia. icon Sweet Female Attitude, Shelley
He currently co-owns the notorious Nelson, X Factor winner Sam Bailey, Ed
UKG Chronicle festival and holds a Sheeran, Jethro, and my latest up-and-
show on London’s Flex FM 101.4FM. coming release with household name

Katie Price.

Rick Live also enjoys remix and

production work in the house & garage

genres. His recent releases include the

energetic club song ‘Take It Out On The

Dancefloor’ with Sam Bailey, and the

bubbly modern twist of ’Something In

Your Eyes’ with Shelley Nelson. He is

now working with some exciting

names in the industry including Ed

Sheeran, Steven Marley and Yazmin

(TOWIE).

Rick Live’s latest collaboration has

rapidly gained media attention as he

teams up with Katie Price for her brand

new single ‘Hurricane’ which is set to

be released 25 July 2019. Rick Live

previously remixed Katie Price’s song

‘I Got U’ which was also performed at

the BH Mallorca pool party for the

launch of the ‘Hurricane’ release.

You dabble in a mix of genres from

Amidst this excitement, we caught up house to garage to R&B, where does

with Rick Live to find out more… your inspiration come from when

producing?

You’re quite a one-man band, tell us a
little about yourself and what you do. My inspiration has always come from

the greats in the music industry from all

I’m an up-and-coming producer and DJ. types.FromtrackslikeManInTheMirror,

I’ve currently worked with some of the Changes by 2pac and even current

largest names in the industry both sides artists such as MK, Swedish House Mafia,

of my career… Low Steppa, Sam Divine…

11

12 www.AudationMagazine.com

Your latest work has been with Katie to succeed in the music biz?

Price for her new single ‘Hurricane’,

can you tell us what it is like to work Never wait or rely on anybody. If you

with her? want something, it will never be handed

on a plate. This is an extremely tough

She is a dream to work with - dedicated, industry and, if you’re hungry, give it

hard-working and knows how to your all and go get it.

deliver.

What’s in store for the future?

How did the ideas and the song come

about? To continue to do what I love to do, and

that’s to bring people together with

We are currently working on a album music.

together, and, each song has an

underlying meaning to both of us which Any last words?

makes our combination quite lethal and

exciting at the same time. Would love to thank everybody that’s

helped me along the way, and I still have

You co-own UKG Chronicle - in one such a long way to go. I’m extremely

sentence, tell us what makes it this honoured to be able to work with so

festival stand out? many incredibly talented artists and

people. Special thank you to all and

It’s welcoming to everybody. From the every person that supports me, worked

rainbow-coloured circle to the word with me and my amazing wife and

“Chronicle”, we deliver a story, past and family. THANK YOU X

present… A trip down memory lane with __________________________________

an incredible team Steve Kiel, Nikki Deal

& Colin Bull) Listen to Rick Live Thursdays, 10am

on Flex FM 101.4FM

What are some of your favourite www.flexfm.co.uk

memories and highlights in your career

so far? UPCOMING EVENT: The UKG Chronicle

on the Coast

Two spring to mind.. In 2014 my first 13 December 2019

performance at Wembley arena, with Vauxhall Holiday Park, Great

UKG Chronicle, and to perform with so Yarmouth, UK

many of my friends from UK Garage www.fatsoma.com/ukgchronicle

scene - MC Kie, Artful Dodger & Ms

Dynamite. In 2017 in Blackpool, being www.soundcloud.com/dj-rick-live

able to stand on the same stage as Will www.instagram.com/rickliveofficial
Smith. They are both moments I will

treasure forever.

What is your advice for those wanting

13

A Boy Called Sailboat

The whimsical film will charm you with the quaint story
of a young boy who discovers a love for music.
Sailboat, played by Julian Atocani Sanchez, is an
enigmatic character with a warm and loving heart. His
innocence and kind nature spread optimism to those
around him, and spark a little emotion in the hearts of
each viewer. The heart strings are further tugged
through sadness and difficult moments, yet this little
boy never gives up hope.

In a slanted home beyond the reaches of a drought-
ridden town, an isolated Hispanic family accept an
impossible blessing and name their only son "Sailboat".
Sailboat brought fresh love and hope to his family who
have forged a simple but proud life in America, but one
afternoon he brings home something more: a "little
guitar". From this moment, Sailboat and his ukulele are
inseparable, and when his ill grandmother requests he
write a song for her, Sailboat meanders through
adversity to deliver the unimaginable - the greatest song
ever written.

‘A Boy Called Sailboat’, directed by Cameron Nugent
and presented by The Movie Partnership, is available
to watch via DVD and digital download. A few notable
members of the cast include Oscar winner J.K.
Simmons as well as Jake Busey, Noel Gugliemi,
Elizabeth De Razzo. The independent film is being
received well and is a winner of the Boston Film
Festival's Festival Prize, Newport Beach Film Festival's
Audience Award and the Prescott Film Festival's
Director's Choice Award.

Will the mysterious song breathe one last miracle, or
reveal a hapless twist of fate that will return his family
to a house held up by a stick; a car with no doors; an
unchanging wardrobe; and a friend who can't blink..?

'A Boy Called Sailboat' is available to watch on all
major digital download stores.

14 www.AudationMagazine.com

15

25 YEARS JOSH LASDEN

7 August 2019 sees artist Josh Lasden celebrate 25 years of his career in
Eeklo, Belgium. The DJ & producer has proudly found success with his

passion for house, electronic and futuristic music. He also founded the El
Futuro Recordings label which holds releases from artists such as Synoptic,

Major K, Sharm Pillay, Mátyás Blanckaert and the founder himself. Josh
Lasden has played at some of the hottest events and clubs including
Tomorrowland, Decadance, 10 Days Off, Fuse and Herbakkersfestival.

The ’25 Years Josh Lasden’ event will be held at his hometown of Eeklo in
the lovely location of Eeklo Beach - Eeklo Centre. The joyous summer

atmosphere brings forth a beach house with themed games for children, a
graffiti workshop as well as the chill out and music lounge. It will feature

live sets from Josh Lasden and Sven Van Hees. It is a free and family-
friendly event where all are welcome!

This is just the start of the celebrations as Josh Lasden will present a series
of projects and events dedicated to his 25-year career. More events are in

the works together with a special compilation album, this will all span
across the year, commencing from this first event. Josh Lasden reveals

more detail with us...

16 www.AudationMagazine.com

Career highlights… just listen to the tracks Coral Dreams

(Chill Out Mix), When The Lights Go Out,

Too much fine memories and highlights Meeting The Mermaids and Love The

really, but there are a few I really have Future.

to mention. My gig in The Egg, London

with Nils Hess, the Tomorrowland gig, Event preview…

Bob Sinclar lifting me up for a packed

Fuse club in Brussels after the warming The 25 Years Josh Lasden concept will

up, the closing of Carl Craig and a year be held for over 1 year with different

later top of the bill together with events and also a special compilation

Laurent Garnier at the legendary 10 release that will be available on portals

Days Off festival, my longtime such as iTunes, Beatport, Juno

residency in Club Decadance and my Download, Spotify and many more.

first events that I organized in Club N9

in my hometown Eeklo City in Belgium. A first event will take place in my

hometown, Eeklo City, during the Eeklo

Playing Folies Pigalle in Paris several Beach concept. This night is a co-

times and the CE Festival in Milan were operation with Horeca Markt Eeklo and

all memorable visits. The MuZZic the City Of Eeklo, bringing you futuristic

residency for the Kozzmozz concept in music ranging from chill out, lounge,

Ghent are still some fine memories. And progressive chill out towards beach

the day I met Synoptic, in Café d’Anvers house music. This will be held on the 7th

in Antwerp, asking me to produce August and will have a free entrance and

progressive house as a duo - that is I invited Sven Van Hees - the biggest

currently still a great partnership that international lounge artist of Belgium.

started back in 2004. Next to this event, there’s also a special

release planned or the 25 Years Josh

The future… Lasden compilation that will be

released on my El Futuro Recordings

Well my personal vision has always label.

been futuristic, so that means I’m

looking forward to the future. Meaning I’m also looking forward to the M.M.A.D.

more releases on the El Futuro Festival, this is brand new and organized

Recordings label and so much events I at the historical Castle Of Laarne which

want to play and invite visitors to the is gorgeous. This festival will take place

world of futuristic music. on the 11th August and I will be playing

a 25 Years Josh Lasden DJ set there.

About that, I also launched the term __________________________________

‘progressive chill out’, as since day one

we are producing chill out music having www.joshlasden.com

that special futuristic feel in it. We also

add progressive (house) elements to

those tracks and therefore we decided

to use the term progressive chill out. Or

17

Garage girls and boys unite, this is the ultimate mix for 24 hours of
pure raving. This epic mix features tracks from Sunship, Mike

Delinquent, Charles Jay, Mind Of A Dragon, Wideboys, Soulecta and
more.

24 hour mix of the best UK Garage.

Past, present and future.

From the underground, to the tower blocks.

This is 24 Hour Garage Experience - Mixed by Midi Logic.

www.instagram.com/midilogic

18 www.AudationMagazine.com

"Seeing everybody get lost in the
music I play and produce, even if
it’s just for a moment." Rick Live

THINGS THAT MAKE ME

SMILE.

The ’Throwback Season’ album by Oggie is a great medley of moods and
genres. This is a wonderful compilation whereby he simply takes various
tracks from warm old school memories, and really enjoys exploring his own
versatility and performing these nostalgic gems.

‘Feel’ featuring Miami Rockz holds a huge burst of bright energy with an
upbeat tempo as well as high frequencies in both the dance melody and the
gripping vocals.

‘Anyplace Anytime’ drops down into a dirty Hip Hop vibe boasting of
smooth and seductive vocal ranges.

20 www.AudationMagazine.com

‘Like A Dream’ featuring Draztik is a statement piece consisting of a heady
blend of playful, sexy and imploring voices together with a gnarly bass-
driven track and funky flairs.

‘Dreamin’ is a subdued UKG number where we see an interesting playful
dance between hard and soft vocal tones - it tugs at your curiosity.

'I Swear’ is a ballad of lovely strings and a gentle
tempo, the voice sweeps you off your feet
with sweet and charming
heartfelt emotion.

The inspiration for Throwback Season was a combination of things really, my best
friends, my taste in music growing up over the years, and just the idea of singing
songs that evoked a lot of happiness. I was in a place where I wanted to sing songs
that, for the most part, made people feel good and made me feel good to sing.

I have always had an eclectic taste in music, all the artists that inspired me most
always crossed musical genres, Listen to any Michael or Janet Jackson album and
you hear that, and Prince also. I loved 90's R&B growing up with a passion and
UK Garage, House, even indie music - I could listen to Nirvana in one heartbeat

and then Denzee singing ‘Sorry’ in the next.

This album, for me, really pays homage to that and has a very light laid back feel
to it, it's a summer album for sure. My friends helped me choose the songs that

eventually made the cut, I want people to put it on and just feel good.

- Oggie

The entire 12-track collection is a wonderful
celebration of Oggie and his passion and dedication to music.

www.facebook.com/oggieofficial

21

JULY PLAYLIST
Lindsay Ell - Criminal
Carmel de Jager - Trafalgar Square
Daniel Wanrooy - Can’t Stop The Heat
Claudio Desideri - Let Me Live
Diamond Dixie - Without your love

Emily Bear - Dancin

JULY PLAYLIST
Lindsay Ell - Criminal
Carmel de Jager - Trafalgar Square
Daniel Wanrooy - Can’t Stop The Heat
Claudio Desideri - Let Me Live
Diamond Dixie - Without your love

Emily Bear - Dancin
__________________________________________________
We are #AudiationNation - The playlist chosen by you.
Have your say and let us know what you’re listening to

with our bi-weekly feature. Tell us your favourite song
every other Saturday on our Facebook page or add tracks

to our collaborative Youtube playlist.
22 www.AudationMagazine.com

MULTI-TALENTED MUSICAL GODDESS KARMEL JÄGER...

“Music . . . can name the unnameable and communicate the unknowable.”
- Leonard Bernstein

Sydney is brimming with female talent! From London to Sydney, Karmel
Jäger continues to make huge waves in the music world.

Mezzo-Soprano, DJ, and electronic producer, Karmel started her musical
journey on the violin at the age of 5. After teaching herself piano and

studying viola, she discovered classical singing at the age of 16. Initially
honing her craft at the Sydney Conservatorium, she spent three years

abroad in the UK from 2014 where she studied at the Guildhall School of
Music and Drama, performed throughout Europe and recorded

extensively as a session singer at AIR and Abbey Road Studios. She has
appeared on soundtracks for films, TV and video games, lending her

voice to the likes of BBC’s Sherlock, The Avengers, Star Wars and World
of Warcraft.

Her return to Sydney in 2017 has seen the artist land firmly on her feet,
moving swiftly into the electronic music community and releasing her
debut single ‘Back of You’, to critical acclaim from Triple J Unearthed and
KISS FM. Charting at #2 on the Dance Charts and #7 on the Electronic
Charts, this “knock out first track” and “classic-feeling anthem” is only

just the start for this budding producer.

Karmel released her second single, ‘Trafalgar Square’, in May 2019, along
with her first music video and a synthpop remix by Fynn's Arcade. With a

debut EP set for release later in the year, Karmel will also collaborate
with international and local producers and develop her shows, both as a

DJ and live performer, making for a jam-packed year ahead.

As a DJ Karmel has been booked for club nights including Birdcage
(Slyfox), Sunday Service (Sweethearts Rooftops), This is Living (Blue Fig
Bar) and Gigs in the Garden (The Roundhouse) - DJing everything from

RnB and 90s throw backs to Deep House and Techno.

Karmel’s sonic journey into the electronic scene has seen her flourish
into a versatile artist making her one to watch. As a producer she

continues to explore her artistry across a wide variety of genres, likening
her sound to Roisin Murphy mixed with Robyn.

Karmel sports an impressive classical journey. Wow!

23

24 www.AudationMagazine.com

Karmel Jäger Favourite Food?

Too many favourites… Maybe just

How did it all start for you? anything my mum makes - good old

fashioned British home cooking. I don’t

I first remember music grabbing me at get to eat her food very often anymore

the age of 5 when I cried until my as she lives in Brisbane, but she’s the

parents bought me a violin. The original best!

plan was to be a classical violinist but I

ended up going into classical singing. I Who’s your muse in the music world?

also studied viola and piano along the

way - it was always going to be classical BRUX. I just love how much amazing

music of some kind. So it has come as music she’s put out and how she doesn’t

quite a surprise for me to end up DJing conform to a particular style.

and producing electronic music!

My journey into electronic music “This too shall
actually began during a video game pass.”

session recording back in London. I was

inspired to get back into composing

after recording the music by a female

composer, realising that women were How would you describe the dance

highly underrepresented in that space. scene in Sydney?

I started composing a mass for 8 voices

but ended up writing a song on guitar Rebellious. The powers that be have

laterthatnight!Onethingledtoanother tried to stifle it, but it’s just resulted in

when it came time to produce the track, a growth in the underground scene.

and I ended up learning Ableton and There’s still a bunch of clubs going and

producing myself. The interest in newclubnightscroppingup.Butitreally

electronic music led to an interest in does feel like a nanny state now. I went

DJing and once I started I was totally to Curveball the other week and there

hooked. were so many security guards it was just

so over the top. It felt like I was at a

What do you love playing the most? protest with police everywhere around!

There were sniffer dogs too, which is

This keeps changing - I love playing pretty ridiculous in my opinion. Like

whatever I’m currently obsessed with, being at the airport! And I got locked out

but I also love making people get up and the other week for arriving 15mins after

dance to music that they like too. For lock out. I was pretty annoyed.

my own taste at the moment, I’m well

into deep house and deep tech. Very Favourite Colour?

different vibes but both totally

mesmerising. Sea Green

25

'TRAFALGAR SQUARE' IS A SEXY AND
FUN DANCE NUMBER COMPLETE WITH

A GORGEOUS, SILKY VOICE.

What single night out has been the What is your advice to emerging talent

most memorable for you? As a DJ? As and how they can set aside any fears

an attendee? and pursue their dreams with courage?

As an attendee… Printworks in London. Emerging talent - go for it. If you love

I went right after I’d started learning something and are willing to work hard

how to DJ and suddenly for the first time andlearntheropes,youcandoanything.

I would stand still and analyze what the I think the best way to gain courage is

DJ was doing instead of dancing! It’s an to listen to the stories of artists who

amazing venue and the vibe was huge. went before you, who overcame their

Didn’t really notice security guards own doubts and struggles. Hearing that

around either - haha! getting to where you want can take time

and that it’s not always a straight path

What are your future plans for your to get there is really encouraging. We

music career? usually only see people’s success and

their ‘end product’ rather than their

I am currently working towards journey,butthereareplentyofpodcasts

releasing my first EP, which I’m really and interviews available that tell of a

excited about. I’ve written loads of bigger story. One of the best pieces of

tracks with quite a variety of styles, but advice I’ve ever received is to never

haven’t fully decided which compare your beginning with someone

soundworld I want to go with for the else’smiddle.You’renotwheretheyare,

short term. For the future I want to keep yet, and that’s fine. If someone else can

building up my DJ career and making get to where they want to be, why not

that closer to a full time thing. you?

26 www.AudationMagazine.com

Favourite holiday destination? I’m really inspired by all the Aussie

female DJs and producers that continue

Back from my days living in London - to kill it - BRUX, Nina Las Vegas, Anna

The Cotswolds. Just a wonderfully cold Lunoe, Alison Wonderland… the list

and beautiful countryside. It feels really goes on and on. I listen to their music a

untouched and otherworldly to me. My lot and find it really inspiring. Alison

life has tended to be a bit crazy, as a Wonderland’s ‘Happy Place’, Anna

freelancer, going from one thing and Lunoe’s ‘Bullzeye’, BRUX’s ‘Belong’, and

one place to the next, so being still in Nina Las Vegas’s ‘I Know How it Goes’ in

nature is really special for me. particular I have played to death!

Whatarethethingsthatbugsyouabout Any parting thoughts for emerging

the DJ scene? artists?

The lack of female representation, and If you work hard anything is possible.

the lack of respect towards female DJs __________________________________

and producers. It’s so obvious that that

shouldn’t be the case - it doesn’t need Latest release ‘Trafalgar Square’ is out

to be spelled out, but it’s there and it’s now!

sickening. Some of the things I hear and

read that are said about women in this UPCOMING EVENT: Girls On Deck &

space both shocks and scares me. I don’t Comfy Grrrl Present 'The Classics'

know how much I do to change it, but I 27 July 2019

do hope to see change, within the DJ Tokyo Sing Song, New South Wales,

scene and beyond, of course. Australia

Name one track that never gets old for www.soundcloud.com/karmeljager
you no matter how many times you www.instagram.com/karmeljager
hear it?

1UL - Danny L Harle www.karmeljager.com

If you could get eternally stuck in one
year's music scene, which year would
that be?

Woah, I think I’d like to go and live in
1989 in the era of acid house in
Manchester. That must have been such
a time!

Who do you aspire to and who
influenced you the most?

Sharm 1279

28 www.AudationMagazine.com

‘Hurricane’ by Katie Price & Rick Live is an absolute banger! The
hot club production is comprised of lively, bumpy beats and a
bright feelgood main section to get you jumping. The vocals are
s t ro n g a n d co n fi d e n t w i t h a s ex y v i b e, t h ey a re p l a y f u l l y c h o p p e d
a t t h e c h o r u s t o fi t w i t h t h e m o d e r n d a n ce s t y l e. T h e l y r i c s fo c u s
o n p u s h i n g t h ro u g h d i ffi c u l t t i m e s - t h e h u r r i c a n e - b e c a u s e t h e
l ove i s wo r t h t h e b a t t l e. T h i s i s d efi n i t e l y o n e fo r yo u r s u m m e r

playlists!

w w w . i n s t a g r a m . c o m / o ffi c i a l k a t i e p r i c e
w w w . i n s t a g r a m . c o m / r i c k l i v e o ffi c i a l

29

COOMBE WEEKENDER

The weekend of August 3rd & 4th will see the launch of
Coombe Weekender - a brand new festival in Coventry
which promises to deliver an eclectic music selection,
embracing and promoting Coventry’s diverse, cultured
nature. Set in an old 12th century Cistercian abbey and
running over the course of 2 days, this brand new event
will aim to captivate 20,000 revellers with an array of
acts playing the best in Funk, Soul, Indie, Pop & Dance

music. Each day will bring its own merits…

COOMBE WEEKENDER
3 - 4 AUGUST 2019

COOMBE ABBEY, COVENTRY, UK

Saturday sees The Libertines, who are one of the most
exciting, chaotic rock’n’roll groups of the past 20 years,

headline with a rare set, potentially the only one of
2019 with The Big Top second stage witnessing a
performance from Crystal Waters and dance music
royalty Faithless.

Sunday takes party goers on through a pop and
electronic journey with Underground music general MK
headlining the main stage alongside the ever impressive

Sigala and US sensation Kelis. Beyond the stage,
numerous other areas of entertainment come from Raver

Tots which gives kids of all ages the chance to bust a
move. Offstage entertainment will come from a food
village, bars and day time activities creating a friendly

event for people of all ages.

www.coombeweekender.com

30 Cessle

31

Get lost in
the rhythm of love...

32 Emily Bear - Dancin

NEW
MUSIC

‘Paris!’ by AYLØ is the moment of waking to find yourself in another world,
remembering the night before… the regret sweeping over you. The cool and
contemporary production sets the mood of a leisurely vibe. Transfixing waves
of sound move together with the oozing vocal flows creating a somewhat blasé
muddle of feelings. The slurring emotions drizzle down the sides of a
discontented mind. A haze of foolish mistakes. Careless.

The fast-rising rapper, singer, songwriter and beatsmith is one of the seminal
Nigerian creatives, alongside the likes of Odunsi The Engine and Santi, who are
pioneering the innovative fusion sound coming out of Africa, popularly known
as alté, which is currently making waves, disrupting the sound and culture on
the continent, and quickly gaining traction and attention internationally.

His brand new single 'PARIS' is co-produced with fellow alté frontrunners Le
Mav and Odunsi The Engine, and is the first offering from his forthcoming
mixtape DNT DLT, which is due for release this July. DNT DLT is the long
awaited follow up to his critically acclaimed 2017 album Insert Project Name
and his 2016 Honest Conversations EP before that.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the single, AYLØ says, “Paris is about
finding beauty in everything. Beauty is in our damage and in our stories.
Paradise is what you make it. ‘Paris’ is the subject’s favourite city, so hence the
concept of. Beauty, if in, is out, and as above, so below. Me never having being
to Paris, it wouldn't matter because I’ve found paradise in Lagos... Right now, in
this moment."

www.instagram.com/ARKHONELLZ

34 www.AudationMagazine.com

A moment of
wonder in the
pursuit for love.

The story of a
tainted heart.

35

‘Lost Control’ by Alan Walker featuring Sorana is passionate presentation
of weakness. The sweet and seductive modern vocals are brought with light
piano chords and a pop atmosphere. There is a lovely surprise of the main

tune with gorgeous ethnic influence of Indian strings and rhythmic
percussion. I don’t know who I am. The theme of the lyrics surrounds the

loss of self-love and self-understanding, straying from the path and
needing to find yourself again. What is love without pain?

After arriving in London Town from her native Transylvania 3 years ago,
young, fresh faced, fresh sounding singer-songwriter Sorana, has been
solidly on the grind, recording and learning about the music business with
a drive and a determination to succeed very few have in the modern day.

Transylvania, as some of you will know is a region in Romania, and its main
claim to fame is also being the home to the fictional arch-villain Count
Dracula! Well you’ll be pleased to know the Vampire similarity begins to
end as you listen to Sorana’s latest release called “Lost Control”.

There is a Greek Myth of an Island in the Mediterranean Sea, that was only
inhabited by women called ‘Sirens’. Fearsome creatures who infamously
lured sailors in ships towards land, due to the sound of their angelic voices.
Sirens who eventually caused the hypnotised sailors to a watery grave
after becoming shipwrecked on the rocks directly in front of the island.
Quite a dichotomy wouldn’t you say? but if I could describe the overall
sound of this great modern commercial pop track, I would describe it as

“Siren-Like” – It draws you in…

Technically, it’s an Interesting arrangement. Very pleasing to the ear, where
Piano intervals accompany vocals as the song starts and when the hook
first comes in, the music builds ever so slightly. It’s only when the hook is
finished you have the full dynamic revealing itself with a catchy synth
melody. Very ‘current’ sounding. The synths and the general feel of the
song when it hits is, albeit with a solid kick underneath, like Bollywood-

esque with a gentle reggae twist to it. It’s a very well-rounded track and the
mix is top class too. Whatever the genre, it’s always nice to hear someone
who knows what they’re doing – Well, that’s what happens when you start

singing over Whitney Houston songs from the age of 3…

…You see that’s how it all works. With a bit of luck and a lot of hard work
and practice, one day, you might just make it

www.facebook.com/SORANAOfficial
www.facebook.com/alanwalkermusic

36 www.AudationMagazine.com

3573

‘Dancin’ by Emily Bear is simply gorgeous! The contemporary Jazz production
in delightfully charming with a lovely intricate piano melody and a rhythmic
beat. I know it’s always dark before the dawn. Her voice is so pretty and pure
with soft waves and sweet notes. Took the power into my hands. The lyrics talk
of emerging from the darkness into better days. The smooth tones go straight
to your hips, allowing a gentle swaying motion to ensue as you close your eyes
and absorb the pleasant atmosphere.

17-year-old critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, composer, pianist and all
around super talented Emily Bear, has released her brand new single entitled,
"Dancin".

"'Dancin' is a song about celebration," says Emily. "It's about breaking free
from something toxic, taking back your power and turning a negative into a
positive. It was so great to be able to perform it for the first time on Ellen, I
really feel as if I've grown up on the show and couldn't imagine a more perfect
place for the debut of my new music. Ellen's support has meant the world to
me. I can't believe it's been almost 12 years since I was first on the show."

www.mlebear.com www.AudationMagazine.com
38

The ‘Delirium’ EP by QZB is a pristine work on the art of bass. ‘Tech
Priest’ plays with electronic blips and then drops into a dark gritty

underworld. The title track satisfies every need of dysfunctional
imbalance, frayed emotions and a deluded mind with deliciously
syncopated and intricate beat work. ‘Take It All VIP’ featuring Charli Brix
is beautifully eery with her soft voice, then the hard exterior takes
control. Break down my walls. The complete 5-piece collection is a

thrilling journey of darkness.
www.soundcloud.com/qbig-zenith-b

39

‘Rock It’ by Ofenbach injects a strong spirit of rebellion through the ears.
The French pop / grunge style production is edgy and sassy to thrill your
senses. You're my ecstasy, I'm your remedy. The combination of a sexy

female and a rough male vocal add to the saucy, scandalous nature.
Everybody, let loose.

Paris duo Ofenbach have become a global proposition after releasing
just a handful of tracks. Now Ofenbach build on that huge attention with

a double-shot of new releases: the new single ‘Rock It’ together with
their self-titled debut EP, both of which are out now.

Always eager to infuse their electro productions with the propulsive
energy of a live band, Ofenbach present a new take on the formula
with ‘Rock It’. Its tight grooves and addictive vocal-focused hook create
an unconventional blend of funk ‘n’ roll. Think Chic filtered through The

Stones for the Spotify age.

‘Rock It’ is one of five brand new tracks that feature on the band’s debut
EP. That melding of electro and rock is further explored with two of the

EP’s other highlights: a collaboration with ‘Feel It Still’ hit-maker
Portugal. The Man on ‘We Can Hide Out’, while ‘I Got Burned’ finds the

duo teaming up with modern funk icons The Bamboos.

The EP is completed by Ofenbach’s three biggest hits to date in the
shape of ‘Katchi’, ‘Be Mine’ and ‘Paradise’ (featuring Benjamin Ingrosso),
which together have amassed hundreds of millions of streams already.

Ofenbach are two 24-year-olds, César du Rummul and Dorian Lo, who
have been friends since school César is a classically trained pianist and a

hobbyist drummer, while Dorian sings and plays guitar. They played in
numerous bands together, but discovered a passion for synths and beats

while studying at film school.

They initially wanted to create a new take on French Touch to reflect
their admiration for the likes of Bakermat, Daft Punk and Justice. But
after remixing Bob Sinclar, Clean Bandit, Portugal. The Man, Bebe Rexha,
Robin Schulz they revaluated their sound. By infusing their love of The
Rolling Stones, Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes into their club-ready
style, they discovered a sound both fresh and immediately accessible.

www.weareofenbach.com

40 www.AudationMagazine.com

41

‘Lose It All’ by Otosan is an interesting meld of styles. The pensive, moody
vocal tone is one of which would fit into a dark Indie/alternative track, yet
instead it is paired with an lively dance beat. The wobbles of emotion spill
over into an intense middle section. Keeping the light once it’s faded. The lyrics
tell a sad story of a failing relationship. There’s nothing to hold to break the
fall.

The track comes with a trio of remixes: The Wildfire edit steps up the beat with
a focus on the dark tones, the Jordan Burns remix is an experiment with hard
electronic grit, and the Dan Aux version increases the intensity and adds a
flavourful beat.

Australia meets NZ duo OTOSAN have a knack for effortlessly crafting finely-
tuned dance music with a timeless quality, and that’s exactly what they’ve
done again on the new single ‘Lose It All’. With an impeccable Indie vocal
treatment that meshes seamlessly with on point electro meets future house
production, the duo have once again struck dance floor and airplay gold.

Sitting alongside the original, the lads have enlisted an impressive collection
of remix compadres including Jordan Burns who turns out one of the nastiest
pieces of dark tech/electro you’ll hear this year, Wildfire who brings the main
room tech vibes and NZ’s finest Dan Aux who delivers an epic progressive
workout that’ll turn heads on both sides of the Tasman and beyond.

www.facebook.com/otosanmusic

42 www.AudationMagazine.com

Strong vibrations
of excitement
and desire.

A futuristic
dreamscape.

43

‘Wanna Know You’ by Axel Jansson is a song which implores
you to open yourself up. Let me in. The raspy folk voice lurches
into a passionate, reaching energy which reinforces the sense
of yearning for a deeper connection. I got faith in you. A lively
indie / pop-rock production adds a kick to this feeling with the

trendy percussion and guitar melody.

Wanna Know You is the new single from Axel Jansson,
described as Bruce Springsteen meets War on Drugs. He
recently revealed the visuals for his new single Wanna Know
You and has a special message to all the LGBT fans: Love Grows
Beyond Traits, it is not normal for a heart to hate. No-one is

banned from our band! – Axel

Wanna Know You is the follow up single to Everything I Crave,
which featured paralympian Cassie Cava (as featured in The
Independent and Guardian). Earlier in 2018, Hopeless Ever
After, another single taken from the forthcoming album
‘Weight Of The World’ (due for release Sept 2019) was
playlisted across 65 radio stations across the UK and secured
Axel a prominent spot on the Foodies Festival 2018 Tour with
performances across the country. Axel’s debut single, Shine
was featured in The Metro, The Mirror, The Sun and the
Huffington Post.

Axel’s first gig with a band was supporting Turin Breaks, to such
positive feedback that they were asked to play the Indie Week
Europe Festival and global music event MIDEM. Axel then took
to the road with The Coffee House Sessions which performed
to 24 university coffee lounges over a two week period. He has
performed at Busk the Box, London Live and I Luv Live has been

invited back on the 2019 Foodie Festival Tour.

www.axeljansson.com

44 www.AudationMagazine.com

45

The ‘Crazy Dance’ EP by Sampladelic is a lovely little moment of joy and
old school flavours. The title track is a nifty little number with choppy
vocal cuts and a trendy beat. ‘O.K. for the PARTY’ brings smooth jazz
influences with a little spicy attitude of the seductive percussion. ‘Jazz’ the

Kobe JT Remix is a bumpy edit of the second track, playing with the
atmosphere. This trio of tracks flit across the sounds of the underground

garage movement in a pleasing way.

Bass=Win returns with yet another instant UKG classic with the banging
'Crazy Dance' EP from Sampladelic. 2 original floorfillers in the form of the

title track and 'O.K. for the PARTY' along with a remix of 'Jazz' from
Guildford producer/DJ, Kobe JT make this one a must-have summer

slammer!!

www.soundcloud.com/sampladelicsound

45 www.AudationMagazine.com

‘Anyway Friday’ by Kamandi is a
refreshing piece of calm and
solitude. The dark undertone and
thick sturdy beat gives the mind a
place to rest and reflect. Delicate
fragments and waves of good
energy weave through to create a
comforting warmth. The subtle
vibrancy in the melody lifts you
above the clouds for just a
moment. Close your eyes and
allow the sounds to guide you.

www.soundcloud.com/kamandi-1

47

The ‘Atlas’ EP by James Grow is a brilliant Tech House trio for the summer. ‘Faith’
is a timeless piece which will smash any great club set, it simply comprises of a
monotonous yet heady beat which drills steadily into the subconscious as the

track progresses. ‘Dombovar’ has a bold intensity in the atmospheric sounds
which grip you. The title track is last, but not least, it brings the dark desires

forward with a cheeky smile of that warped synth and pumping beat.

This an EP James Grow wrote with Kenja specifically in mind. We welcome him to
the family as he drops three blinding club tracks in a deep tech style: ATLAS is a

banger in true Kenja style. FAITH was a labour of love for James but the love
totally shows in the music. DOMBOVAR shows James’s versatility as a producer

and DJ.

www.soundcloud.com/jamesgrow

48 www.AudationMagazine.com

Incredible.
Captivating.
Entrancing.

A perplexing mix
of emotions.

49

‘Hurricane’ by Morganway delivers a whirlwind of emotions. The fierce guitars
lead us in with a powerful strength. A subtle, charming violin adds a touch of
beauty and innocence. Her voice enters. Fragility through the pain, sweet hints
of vulnerability are given. The chains that you wrapped around me. She gains
strength as the emotions fill her soul, gnarly wrathful notes and big bold power
replace the sweetness. It's our world that's crashing down. The sound and
vocals fill every inch of space, the great energy surging through your mind. A
story of hurt and love’s anguish is told.

East Anglian rock / Americana collective Morganway have released their
second single ‘Hurricane’, taken from their upcoming self-titled debut album
due this summer… ‘Hurricane’ was one of the first tracks written by the band,
and has become the staple show closer, “It’s been with us pretty much since
the beginning. We tend to end every show with it, and each time it’s a little
different” Callum Morgan comments. The version presented on record captures
that raw spontaneity, and has the signature crunchy guitars, roaring vocals and
marriage of melody, harmony and pulse-pounding rhythm that has charmed
live audiences around the UK, “The bulk of it was recorded live, with minimal
overdubs. We also changed its key at the last minute, and suddenly there was a
newfound urgency to the song that I think was always missing when we’d
attempted to record it before. SJ did her lead vocals late at night, with all the
main studio lights dimmed to create an almost eerie atmosphere, and she gave
the most ferocious vocal take we’d heard from her.”, adds Callum.

www.morganway.co.uk

50 www.AudationMagazine.com