Best DJ ELI Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Balance Selections 310: Trance Wax 1:00:48

8h ago1:00:48

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Trance Wax, the brainchild of Belfast’s Garry McCartney (aka Ejeca), has become a key player in modern trance since its 2016 inception as a remix project. With trance resurging in popularity, embraced by global icons like Bicep, Trance Wax stays true to those roots, blending nostalgia with innovation through bold live setups. From a Radio 1 Essenti…

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Balance Croatia 003: Jeremy Olander 58:52

19h ago58:52

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Balance Croatia 2025Fri 8th Aug - Mon 11th Aug 2025The Garden Resort, TisnoHead to www.balancecroatia.com for more info.Swedish DJ and producer Jeremy Olander has become a key figure in melodic house and techno. His portfolio includes performing at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and Brixton Academy (alongside Eric Prydz), launching his la…

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Balance 013: SOS (CD2) 1:19:02

2d ago1:19:02

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CD201. The Cure – Lullabye (SOS Edit)02. Dusty Kid – Luna03. Josel – Digiboy (DJ Tarkan & V-Sag Remix)04. Nima Gorji – Whatever05. Spirit Catcher – Brain Candy06. Kollektiv Turmstrasse – Wagnis07. Marsmobil – Mangia Amore (Makossa & Megablast Remake) (Lucas Abadi Edit)08. The Blacklight Society – 202809. Whizz Kidzz – Fly High (SOS Edit)10. Aeropla…

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Balance 013: SOS (CD3) 1:18:52

1d ago1:18:52

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CD301. Speedy J – Fill 1702. Joash – Salome03. Aeroplane – Pacific Air Race (Dub)04. Paul Keeley – A Sort Of Homecoming (SOS Edit)05. DJ Pippi & David Penn – Do U Feel It (The Piano Mix) (SOS Edit)06. AFX – VBSRedlofB07. Dimitri – Here She Comes (Elektrokid Remix)08. Kid Massive – Release (Raoul Dub)09. Levan – Miau10. Ozze – Bend The Rules11. Loco…

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Balance 013: SOS (CD1) 1:13:24

1d ago1:13:24

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CD101. Omid 16b – Seagull02. AN-2 – Wide Open03. Modern Heads feat Pig & Dan – Gliding (Hypnotherapy)04. Omid 16b – The Final Choice05. Christian Smith & John Selway – Slow River06. LFO – Nurture (Surgeon Remix)07. Speedy J – De-Orbit08. Jody Wisternoff – Starstrings (Instrumental)09. Aeroplane – Caramellas10. Chymera – Umbrella (Beatless Mix)11. I…

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Balance Selections 309: Mike Rish 1:58:38

1d ago1:58:38

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Melbourne has never shied away from producing progressive artists who explore the darker side of sound, and Mike Rish is the latest in a long line of esteemed talent to emerge from the city. Yet, he’s slowly carving out a unique niche—an unmistakable rogue-ish frequency that’s both chugging and energetic, playful yet serious. In fact, it’s a whirlw…

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Balance Croatia 002: Nicolas Rada 1:30:28

16h ago1:30:28

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Balance Croatia 2025Fri 8th Aug - Mon 11th Aug 2025The Garden Resort, TisnoHead to www.balancecroatia.com for more info.Nicolas Rada is a true master of mood. His knack for crafting seamless sets that fluctuates with harmonic precision has enamoured him to a worldwide audience. Not only is he a beacon of Argentinean progressive house, but he is per…

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Balance Selections 308: Anton Borin 1:28:10

12d ago1:28:10

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Anton Borin is a rising name in the global progressive house scene, though he's already a well-established name in his hometown of Moscow. With regular performances at iconic local venues such as Propaganda, Gazgolder, and Community, Borin has become a familiar name in the city's scene. That reputations sees him tour regularly across the continent …

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Balance Selections 307: Redfreya 2:31:24

6d ago2:31:24

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Long-time radio host at Bloop London with her 'Urban Soundscapes' show, and a core resident of London's Free From Sleep brand, Redfreya is emerging as a standout talent in London's deep house and melodic scene. Drawing inspiration from labels like Drumpoet, Kompakt, Best Works Records and Innervisions, her eclectic mix of deep, melodic, afro house,…

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Balance Croatia 001: Eelke Kleijn 1:30:05

11h ago1:30:05

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Balance Croatia 2025 Fri 8th Aug - Mon 11th Aug 2025The Garden Resort, TisnoHead to www.balancecroatia.com for more info.For the debut episode of the official Balance Croatia podcast, we’re rolling out the red carpet for a true icon in the electronic music world. Eelke Kleijn—four albums deep and showing no signs of slowing down—is the rare artist …

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~The More You Know~: DJ-Athon Repeat Spins and Grammy Predictions, Mia and Ria's Infinite Music Knowledge 30:07

23d ago30:07

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Happy November from KCSU's Music Directors! For this podcast, Mia and Ria reflect about DJ-Athon, KCSU's biannual fundraiser, and which songs DJs were playing the most; some artists include Charli xcx, Magdalena Bay, Chappell Roan, Billy Joel, and A Tribe Called Quest. The two flex their music knowledge regarding the connection between Blondie and …

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Balance Selections 306: Juan Buitrago 1:59:36

8h ago1:59:36

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Juan Buitrago is a Colombian DJ and rising electronic music producer who takes pride in crafting emotional landscapes which never feels overdone. His tracks are primarily rooted in progressive house, crafted from a captivating blend of analogue and digital hardware. Labels like Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, Paul Oakenfold's Perfecto Records, Mango…

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Balance Selections 305: Kostya Outta 1:00:07

7d ago1:00:07

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Kostya Outta, originally from Belarus and now based in Poland, has been plying his trade in progressive house for over a decade. His groovy melodic sound, first established with tracks like High Flyers and Silence, set the stage for his rise, earning him future support from top-tier DJs like Eelke Kleijn, Hernan Cattaneo, and Nick Warren. To date, …

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Balance Selections 304: Roland Leesker 1:00:33

14d ago1:00:33

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Roland Leesker has been immersed in electronic music since the 80's, starting his career as a house DJ in Frankfurt and quickly becoming a resident at major clubs like Wild Pitch, XS, and Dorian Gray. Today, Leesker is best known for his affiliation with Get Physical Records, where for 15 years as Managing Director he’s been at the heart of operati…

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Balance Selections 303: Hobin Rude 1:05:28

21d ago1:05:28

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In an endless quest for deeper meaning, Hobin Rude’s music is anchored in rhythm and propelled by intricate sonic textures.In just a few years, with over 150 tracks released on 70+ labels, his attention to detail has saw him released on prestigious labels from SUDBEAT to The Soundgarden and beyond. His music is regularly supported by industry giant…

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Frayne Vibez Talks "Taking it Easy" and Provides the Vibez to KCSU 14:50

1M ago14:50

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Euan Peart, KCSU's Station Manager, got the opportunity to chat with R&B pop artist Frayne Vibez before his show at Washington's on Friday, October 18th as one of Lupe Fiasco's opening acts on his Samurai tour. In an interview focused on Vibez' career and experience as an young artist, the two talk about Frayne's musical inspirations, including Joj…

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Balance Selections 302: Kallisto 1:36:47

28d ago1:36:47

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New Zealand-born Kallisto is steadily making a name for herself with ear-catching sets crafted for progressive house purveyors. Since relocating to Melbourne, it's a skill that's not gone unnoticed, landing her on lineups alongside the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Kasper Koman, Eelke Kleijn, GMJ & Matter, Subandrio and more. She plays regularly at the…

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Mia and Ria Bring You Spooky Music: Halloween Movie Soundtrack Classics, Eerie New Wave, and the Music Directors' First Podcast Together 29:45

2M ago29:45

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KCSU’s Music Directors Mia Templien and Ritika/Ria Janapati know good music. Whether it be 70s folk rock or experimental pop, Mia and Ria are in the crowd dancing along. Their podcast navigates their wide variety of taste and how music from decades past is still relevant today. Join them during their journey in the music department here at KCSU. Ha…

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Balance Selections 301: Christian Nielsen 58:17

2M ago58:17

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Christian Nielsen, a Danish DJ and producer from Copenhagen, is known for a blend of melodic techno and house that is infused with Scandinavian minimalism. Launching his career in the early 2010s, he plays an energetic sound characterized by deep basslines, soaring melodies, and intricate rhythms, leading to releases on prestigious labels like Diyn…

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Deep. Dark. Progressive. mixed by McKeown & Bassiray 1:58:45

2M ago1:58:45

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🥷 McKeown & Bassiray exclusive 65-track playlist 🥷https://spoti.fi/3YtN5LoDeep. Dark. Progressive. Those three adjectives captured a moment in electronic music that rippled through the scene like a sonic ideology. The sound emerged at the turn of the millennium and embraced its name with laser-like precision: it sure was deep, undoubtedly dark, and…

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Balance Selections 300: Sander Kleinenberg 2:00:10

1M ago2:00:10

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For our special 300th episode, we welcome a true electronic music icon...As part of the original crew of Nubreed DJs, Sander Kleinenberg helped shape a sound that defined a generation. However, more than his peers, Kleinenberg challenged the prog status quo in a way that set him apart. The first Everybody mix compilation, featuring pink-themed art …

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Balance Selections 299: Kabi 54:53

2M ago54:53

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Kabi is part of a new wave of progressive house producers emerging on the global scene. Hailing from Argentina (where else?), he belongs to a generation raised in homes influenced by the musical revolution of the nineties and early 00s. For Kabi, this translates to a rich musical upbringing filled with Jamiroquai, Illya Kuriaki & The Valderramas (a…

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Balance Selections 298: Fiona Kraft 1:00:12

2M ago1:00:12

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Fiona Kraft is a multi-faceted creative hailing from France. From a piano-playing child to a teenage clubber, then transitioning to a model, DJ, producer, and record label owner, her journey has been one of hard work and dedication. This path has shaped her into an artist whose DJ sets—ranging from AfroHouse to tech house and progressive—captivate …

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Speed Run Interview with Sitting On Stacy, Alternative Rock Friends Since High School 12:28

3M ago12:28

12:28

Currently on tour with Sublime and Rome, Sitting On Stacy hopped into KCSU's studio for an on-air interview with local music director Riley Hilbert.By KCSU

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"A Folk alt-j", Eli Waltz Pulls Inspiration from Traditional Chinese Music and Pens Meditative Lyrics 35:51

3M ago35:51

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On September 7th, music directors Mia Templien and Ritika Janapati interviewed itinerant artist Eli Waltz before his show at The Roxy on Broadway in Denver. Waltz discusses his life on the road as a solo artist and his inspirations for his music.By KCSU

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Balance Selections 297: Ranj Kaler 1:29:58

2M ago1:29:58

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Ranj Kaler is a name becoming more regular on the global scene. After losing his DJ residency at the start of the pandemic, he used the lockdown to focus on music production. Within six months, he was releasing tracks on labels like ARRVL and Four Candles’ Keep Thinking, alongside attention grabbing reworks of Sade and Kate Bush. Since then, he's r…

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From Australia to Milwaukee, psychedelic rock and R&B bring danceability to KCSU 1:00:43

3M ago1:00:43

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By KCSU

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The folk girls dominate this week’s Gems: Adrianne Lenker, to Lizzy McAlpine, and Maggie Rogers 56:50

3M ago56:50

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By KCSU

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A Summer 24’ spins recap with Mia and Ria 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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By KCSU

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Balance Selections 296: Ok Sure 1:59:21

3M ago1:59:21

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Electronic producer/DJ Ok Sure is a prominent name in Melbourne's music scene, renowned for her dark, moody, and melodic sound that has made her a fixture at festivals like Rainbow Serpent and Let Them Eat Cake. She’s a regular on Australian radio and hosts a show on Reform Radio in the UK, which was nominated for a Mixcloud Online Radio Award.Her …

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Balance Selections 295: Katrin Souza 1:59:12

4M ago1:59:12

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Katrin Souza's journey is a remarkable example of turning adversity into creativity. Despite growing up in an orphanage and lacking formal musical education, Katrin Souza overcame significant obstacles to pursue her dreams. After discovering the joys of electronic music, she dedicated her nights to studying music production while balancing a full-t…

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Balance Selections 294: The Journey 1:45:08

3M ago1:45:08

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In Melbourne the names of Jacob Malmo and Tom Evans are well known as solo artists. Together, they have carved a niche for themselves as The Journey, a name synonymous with sturdy progressive. It's a sound that's been forged with their combined 20 years plus of dance music experience - and one that’s gaining traction internationally.Alongside multi…

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Balance Selections 293: Rokazer 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

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We head to Western Europe to spotlight Rokazer, a French producer and DJ who has been quietly crafting main room dance floor music for well over half a decade. It’s synchronous how the word "rock" is embedded in his Rokazer alias: he has a knack for creating rocking propulsive progressive aimed at making people dance. And mentioning main room maste…

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Balance Selections 292: Donatello 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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In 2011, Lithuanian producers Donatello, Arnas D and Kastis Torrau entered a competition to remix Sasha’s “Cut Me Down.” Their entry won and was released on Last Night On Earth. Currently, a YouTube upload of their wistful remix has amassed 17 million plays and 3,991 comments singing its praise. That’s impressive numbers for any dance music genre.S…

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Balance Selections 291: Juan Pablo Torrez 1:21:11

4M ago1:21:11

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Recently, we released a highly accomplished 4-track EP featuring Kamilo Sanclemente in collaboration with fellow Colombian producers. One of these collaborators is producer/DJ Juan Pablo Torrez, a well-known name in his native Colombia. He is a radio host, producer, and label owner (Clubsonica, which was named "Best Record Label" in 2023 at the Col…

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Balance Selections 290: Fretwell 1:20:36

4M ago1:20:36

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Anyone with a passing interest in early and mid-2000s progressive breaks will know the name Fretwell. The Sheffield producer's lush take on the sound was signed to renowned labels including Global Underground, Bedrock, and Electrofly, the breaks offshoot of Baroque Records. Most notably, he contributed the exquisite "Faceless" to Anthony Pappa’s Ba…

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Balance Selections 289: SisterSweet 58:00

5M ago58:00

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Sistersweet is a DJ/producer from Moscow, Russia, and a resident of the local Digital Emotions crew. She is an active member of her community, spreading the progressive sound through her LUCHiSVETA radio show on www.megapolisnight.ru and support slots for DJs such as Kasper Koman and DJ Ruby. Production-wise, she is slowly building a portfolio with…

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Balance Selections 288: Noel Sanger 1:22:28

5M ago1:22:28

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Noel Sanger is a Florida native with a career spanning nearly three decades in progressive house and trance. Starting on classic imprints like Limbo and Release Recordings, he went on to work with artists like Erasure, Nadia Ali, John Taylor of Duran Duran, and Markus Schulz. Today, he runs Dissident Records, a label boasting tracks from artists li…

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Balance Extra: Anthony Pappa (20 years of Balance 006) 1:59:05

5M ago1:59:05

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🚨 To commemorate 20 years of Balance 006, Anthony Pappa compiled a special 2 hour mix, a 2024 rendition if you like of his revered Balance entry: one hour of lush prog breaks and one hour of hypnotic 4/4. 🚨================================================Few DJs capture the imagination of prog punters like Australia’s Anthony Pappa. Known for his te…

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Balance Selections 287: Rocío Portillo 1:44:59

5M ago1:44:59

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Hailing from a lineage of creatives, Rocío Portillo is part of a new generation of South American producers making serious waves. Staunchly Argentinean, the influence of Hernan Cattaneo were always going to loom large on her musical development. And so it happened that she attended one of his Moonpark events which would seal her fate: "It was then …

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Balance Selections 286: Richie Blacker 2:11:48

5M ago2:11:48

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It’s not surprising to hear Richie Blacker share his appreciation for fellow Irishmen and old-school revivalists Bicep. Just as they draw from scene originators like Orbital, Richie imbues his productions with the spirit of mid-90s open-field raves and Ibiza-flavored piano house.This sound resonates with notable DJs like Sasha and Skream, who have …

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Balance Selections 285: EMPHI 1:27:08

6M ago1:27:08

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It’s been four years since Sweden’s EMPHI announced himself with a release on Yotto’s Odd One Out imprint. Since then, he has filled his portfolio with a list of releases that read like a who’s who of progressive labels and artists.What makes it even more impressive is that he hails from a city where that sound is borderline non-existent: “You ofte…

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Afro Deep House Live Session 2024 Eivissa Summer Mix | DJ Tekness @ Playa del Mar Episode 31 | Afrobeat / AfroHouse / Tribal Set | with BLONDISH Amadou & Mariam Francis Mercier Coco, Joezi, Pape Diouf 59:20

7M ago59:20

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Balance Selections 284: Amháin 1:33:17

6M ago1:33:17

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Burning Man, Lightning in a Bottle, Rainbow Serpent, Berlin’s Sisyphos, and LA’s Pattern Bar—these global festivals and clubs have all hosted Amháin in their DJ booths at some stage. And for good reason: the high-flying Irishman delivers a sound that’s sleek and classy without ever being too esoteric.Check out his recent Balance Music release, the …

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Balance Selections 283: Steven Weston 1:03:43

7M ago1:03:43

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The name Steven Weston is gaining more prominence, which is well overdue given his impressive career in music. His CV includes an engineering background working with artists ranging from drum and bass act Rudimental to reggae artist Chronixx, while he’s toured the world playing keyboards for the likes of Ladyhawke, Charli XCX, and Mikky Ekko. Westo…

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Balance Selections 282: Braxton 1:02:03

7M ago1:02:03

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Pockets of electronic music characterized by deep, blissful breakbeats, are once again permeating the scene. Dabbling in this new wave is British DJ and producer Braxton. After joining Anjunadeep in 2019, he quickly gained recognition for a sound that blends blissful atmospheres with warm house and fractured beats. Check his latest Bedrock release …

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Balance Extra: Alex O'Rion 1:51:36

7M ago1:51:36

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Nowadays, finding a good full-length album is challenging, which is a real shame. For decades, the LP was a beacon of artistic intention, but streaming platforms like Spotify have reshaped the way music listeners engage with music. To hold attention, it needs to stand out. It needs dynamics. Thankfully, 'Nostalgia,' the new Alex O'Rion full-length,…

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Balance Selections 281: Four Candles 1:27:07

7M ago1:27:07

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UK-based artist and DJ Four Candles, whose real name is Kris Brown, is recognized for his innovative approach to dance music that avoids fleeting trends. After working with industry legend Nick Muir, his artistic break came on Bedrock Records. Follow up productions found their way onto some of the most respected imprints, from Selador to Afterglow …

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Medium Build, Bob Vylan, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Bidding Ado to the Music Directors 35:24

8M ago35:24

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Happy end of the school year! Jalen and Paris wrap up their time here at KCSU with an April recap.By KCSU

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Balance Selections 280: PAUL (AR) 1:30:04

7M ago1:30:04

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Considering his more than 30 years of experience in electronic music, it’s safe to say that Pablo De Mattei AKA PAUL (AR), knows a thing or two about dance music. It's evident in his bookings: From Lollapalooza to Creamfields to Moonpark, there aren’t many Argentinean music festivals that haven’t featured Paul (AR) on their stages. He defines his s…

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