A Podcast from Cleveland, Ohio, USA, showcasing regional performers across multiple genres of Electronic Dance Music.
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Tasha Tribe Steppaz - ROCKERS 175, FORMATION RECORDS, WORLD OF DRUM&BASS - CLEVELAND, OH
Tribe Steppaz aka Prime Mover is a multi-national production team consisting of American dj Tasha (Cleveland) & Bristol, UK native Cridge of 'Up Bustle & Out' (best known for their 7 Ninja Tune Albums). Between the two of them they have been releasing both Vinyl, CD’s, & Digital Downloads on numerous labels worldwide since 1994.
Tasha represents his own label Rockers 175 Records, as well as DJ SS’s Formation Records & World of Drum&Bass, helping out in every aspect of the brands. Most recently he was chosen to do the album mix of the massive “Back To Jungle LP” for DJ SS and is showcased on FormationRecordsUK.com as well as the Formation Official Soundcloud.
Tribe Steppaz/Prime Mover music has received support by some of the scene's biggest names, and has been charted both stateside and in the UK, including hitting #3 on the UK DMC dnb chart for their 'Star Wars' remix on dj SUV's Bootshake Records (12' vinyl)[2006], and a #2 spot for the team's 'Killa Army' tune on Tasha's Pound Recordings (12' vinyl)[2007]. More recently the duo hit #1 on T.I.D. chart in London for both sides of their newest Future Jungle release on Bad Habit Muzik(UK). For 3 weeks “Slabba Gabba” & “Circa Rave ’94” traded the #1 & #2 spots until “Slabba Gabba" fell to #11 in week four while “Circa Rave” maintained a close #2. Tribe Steppaz also had a recent #1 on T.I.D. London for their “Conquera” & “Ghetto Rhythm” tunes on Tasha’s Dubstep side label Rockers Dub Records.
Tribe Steppaz were recently featured on the Formation Records "WODNB Miami WMC LP”. “Klash Army” was featured on the LP amongst tunes from D&B staples like Drumsound & Bassline Smith, Mampi Swift, DJ SS, Blokhe4d, Sub Zero & more.
Tasha is also focusing on launching Formation Records USA with DJ SS, a partnership that promises to bring a huge light to the stateside drum&bass movement. Form USA will launch in Jan 2015 with a full length LP alongside merchandise and a podcast.
Also on the label front Tasha is running his own labels with a team consisting of dj Emplate from Cleveland and Currier from Washington DC. Rockers 175, Rockers Dub & Pound Techno are running strong and have released and upcoming music from the likes of DJ SUV, 6BLOCC, Pish Posh, Danny The Wildchild, Soul Slinger & Drumagick, SUBSONIK, MOTF & Realtime, Fonkah & Alerstorm, Vigorous and many, many more.
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M.Law - UK Garage/UK Funky/Juke/Stoner House - Fresh Air Resources - Cleveland, OH
Andrew Muskal aka M.Law steps in with his debut mix for 216BASS! Although this is his debut podcast he's no stranger to the scene. Andrew's been beat-matching since 2007 and has been single-handedly making midwest music festivals sexy over the past half-decade. No stranger to an awkward jig, Andrew puts down nearly every genre of dance music in this lush island inspired mix. Soul and Funk samples over the new school hype for a truly timeless experience.
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DJ Rashad - Feelin (feat. Spinn & Taso) Night Drugs feat Moona - Higher (Murlo Remix) Tanner Caldwell - Beep Beep Dick Rock DJ Rashad - Let U No (feat. Spinn) LDFD - Outtacontrol (Daedelus Remix) DJ Rashad - Pass That Shit (feat. Spinn & Taso) B-Ju - Gobble Gobble UGK - Int'l Players Anthem (feat. OutKast) B-Ju - Mia Got A New Haircut Chrome Sparks - Gates to Heaven Nathan Sloan - Even Though LDFD - Pinheiro BD1982 - Zero Hours Sleepyhead - Summer Lovin (tease) BD1982 - Zero Hours ?Z x CRNKN - Booty 2 The Ground OBEY CITY - ID ID (Kuhn remix) French Fries - Yo Vogue (Leroy Peppers Remix) Clicks & Whistles - When I Feel Maribou State - Got Me Down (Pa¡le remix) DJ Q - Brandy & Coke VIP Koreless - Lost in Tokyo (Jacques Greene Remix) Mak - About You Buraka Som Sistema - Tira o Pe (Roby Howler Remix) Dauwd - What's There SYNKRO - Memories Of Love Ghost Town - Voices
Rob Black - House - Cleveland, OH
Rob has 20 years of experience in the Cleveland nightlife scene. While holding down some of the biggest and most successful residencies in the city at clubs like Dream (FKA Metropolis), Spy Bar, and Twist, Rob has honed his skills to ensure that you will experience a musical journey that will make you groove, dance, & party.
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Intro. The KLF - 3 A.M. Somewhere Out of Beaumont 01. Calippo - Loving You 02. DKSF - Ask 03. Deep South - Jump To It 04. Locke - How My Love Is 05. Disco Kid & Milisha Bleau - Never Ever (Alex Ross Remix) 06. Optimuss - What There Now Baby 07. Leisuregroove & Fatfly - Inside 08. Dirty Freak - Somebody Else (J Latham Remix) 09. Moxie Kicks - Soul For You (Jose Nunez Club Mix) 10. MaxiGroove - What I Want 11. D.Ramirez & Guy Williams - Get It Clear 12. SKLV - Hook 13. Ridney - Everything You Do
Panda ExFresh - Cumulus, SUB:merged - Bass Music - Cleveland, OH
An endangered species born deep within the Communist grip of North Korea, Panda ExFresh; AKA Kim Jong Trill refused to be ruled. He fought in the jungle for years using Panda tactics and eating bamboo. Finally, he managed to stage a daring escape across the DMZ in 1990.
Now residing in beautiful Cleveland, Ohio, Panda has turned his resent for the communist regime of North Korea into a love of heavy bass music. People have even gone so far as to name a new sub-genre of dance music after his style: "Communist Bass." This Communist Bass is a very low-end, sub-bass driven style full of deep, dark, & minimal sounds.
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emplate - Barbaric Empire - Drum & Bass - Cleveland, OH
One of Cleveland's finest Drum and Bass DJ's, his resume speaks for itself. He has opened for many headlining acts, and played at clubs and raves across NE Ohio for the past decade. He has also promoted many events in that time frame, and developed both the CDNBC (Cleveland DNB Coalition) and (216)BASS. He is currently focused on the Barbaric Empire with DSurr, and hosting internet streaming radio shows. He is known for his selection of neurofunk and darker, minimal DNB, but also drops a liquid dancefloor tune in his sets, when the mood is right. Check it!
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Bruh - Drum & Bass - Cleveland, Ohio
At a young age, Bruh became passionate about music and bitches. He was born with a "Bro tank", a headband, and an ear for sound, ready to fuck shit up! Straight out of the 216, Bruh has been supplying beats and rhythms ever since he could work a tape player. He eventually hooked up with Sensei Bro (a.k.a. Thunder St. Clair), who helped to get Bruh to the next level. Through grueling training and partying... well, mostly partying, he is shaping up to be a monster in the Midwest Bass music scene. Hide yo kids, hide yo wives, hide yo girlfriends.. cuz Bruh is out there!
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Jason D - House - Cleveland, Ohio
Jason D has always had a love for all kinds of music. In 2002, decided to take that passion to the next level by getting his first gig as a DJ at Bassa Vita Lounge in Cleveland, OH. His early gigs consisted of playing mostly top 40 and hip hop, which allowed him to hone his skills as a DJ. In 2003, he was introduced to the underground music scene, and realized that it was something he wanted to be a part of. Since then, Jason has been asked to play at many of the clubs in the Cleveland area, and has also been a regular guest on Cleveland's EDM WRUW radio show - Beat Matrix. He also helped to form the Cool House Collective, which has hosted many vital EDM shows over the last several years in the Cleveland area.
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Slave Vs. Sean 2:16 - Bass Music - Cleveland, Ohio
Special Freak Out 216!! Event Promo Mix!
Cleveland's heavy-hitting producer/DJ's Sean 2:16 and Slave come together in an exclusive collaborative mix that
combines the best of both of their signature bass music styles.
Starting out the first half is Slave with a flurry of 4-on-the-floor hard electro moving into today's heaviest sounds in dubstep before Sean 2:16 takes to the decks in the second half throwing down a flawless onslaught of his distinct
deep and heavy trap beats.
Listen in for exclusive previews of unreleased tracks and original productions in this first-ever double set list from
both of these seasoned musicians. Make sure to catch the full tag set at Freak Out 216!! in Cleveland on August 15th!
Full event details: https://www.facebook.com/events/422430814568536/?ref=br_tf
facebook.com/slavestep facebook.com/sean2sixteen soundcloud.com/slavestep soundcloud.com/sean216
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Jacob Bennett - Dubstep - Cleveland, OH
Jacob Bennett starting DJ'ing around two years ago, but make no mistake - he's full of raw talent and great track selection. He's been taking the scene by storm this year, playing at many of the festivals, including Mid-Summer Samba, Accelerate, Freak Out 330, and more. Specializing in the deeper sounds of dubstep, Jacob is prepared to take you on an aural journey you won't forget!
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AmuckOne - Dubstep - Cleveland, OH
AmuckOne has been rocking the decks since 2002. Starting off with 2 turntables, a mixer, and a handful of Drum & Bass records, this basshead knew right away what he was meant to do. Now, spinning all types of your favorite dance genres, this DJ has a wide variety of skills in any electronic category! Each party is a different experience, ranging from all Drum & Bass sets to multi-genre bass massacres. No matter where you catch him, AmuckOne always brings the heat!
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Bohno - Multi-genre - Columbus, OH
Paul Bohno (previously known as DJ Pro Bono) is a multi-genre DJ, and has recently began producing as well. He has made several Disco House tracks, and continues to create more sounds. Bohno is a lover, not a fighter... he enjoys all sounds, sensual and smooth. His favorite sounds are rooted in Disco and R&B, and that shines through his music and performances. Constantly on the hunt for new and innovating music, he is quickly becoming one of the hottest track selectors in the Columbus area. He is inspired by sadness, love, happiness, emotions, anime, pizza, cats, and other like minded producers. He is currently making his rounds in the Columbus circuit, but he can also be found on various internet radio stations as well. Check out this special, jam-packed mix, which will keep you moving on your feet and feeling those good vibes!
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Jason Alias - Multi-genre – Cleveland, OH
After a trip to the Limelight in 1995, Jason began a journey of discovery into music, experimenting with the sounds of early Electro, House and Breaks. After several years of playing raves throughout Ohio and Pennsylvania, Jason became a resident at The Mercury Lounge (2000-2004) and Twist Social Club (2004-2010) in Cleveland. House was always a constant, but his affinity for syncopation led him elsewhere…
This mix highlights a sound that was born from 2-Step and UK Garage, and was fused with Drum & Bass and Breaks stylings, creating the amalgamated sound of Breakstep. Comprised of vinyl records produced between 1999 and 2002, this episode is designed to take you on a journey, back in time… “The Light that burns twice as bright burns half as long”… This Bladerunner quote describes Jason’s sentiments towards a short-lived sound.
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DSurr - Barbaric Empire - Drum & Bass - Cleveland, OH
DSurr has been Djing and Mixing music since 1991, so no one can deny that his technical ability is of the highest caliber. After moving back to Cleveland in 2006, he began showcasing his talent at the local weeklies. He has worked with all the major players in the local circuit, and has been a part of the Cleveland Drum and Bass Coalition (CDNBC), (216)BASS, and Diverse Entertainment. He also hosted many internet radio shows, including slots on destroyer.net, PlanetDnD, and AtomicVibes Radio. He's known for his hyper-fast mixing style, and this mix is no exception.
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James Edward (TSK, CDNBC) - Drum and Bass
What isn't there to say about James Edward? He's been a DJ in the local scene for nearly two decades. From his early years in trance, techno, and breaks, he eventually found himself residing comfortably in the 170 bpm range, providing dancefloors with dark, gritty rollers, deep tech funk, and filthy bass all the while. Citing influences such as Amit, Dara, Dieselboy, Alix Perez, Bad Company, Gridlok, and Ed Rush, it's clear to see that he represents the grittiest sounds in the DnB spectrum. He's recently been making a resurgence in the scene, and is ready to showcase his sound for the podcast!
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Damian Lauderbach - Organic Soundsytem, AKsounds - Cleveland, OH
Damian has been seamlessly mixing Roots Dub, Dubstep, Ragga Jungle and Dubwize Drum and Bass since 2001, establishing himself as a technically obsessed DJ. Running multiple weeklies and one off events for just as long, he has been a key figure in keeping the Akron/Cleveland scene thriving and progressing. Damian has built an instinct for taking crowds through a deep, positive journey that will get your head thinking and your feet moving.
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Mark Roscoe - Soul:R Sound System, Contrive, Rubber City Promotions - Akron, OH
House head Mark Roscoe started perfecting his craft after his move to Akron, Ohio, back in 2006. He Quickly made his way into the scene by playing out at weekly events and opening up at large scale parties in the region. Since then, it has been a steady rise in popularity for the newcomer in the Northeast Ohio scene.
In 2010, he co-founded Soul:R Sound System Productions with StyluSoul, putting together the Rotate special events, the Generate weekly, and many one-off parties in Akron.
In 2012, Mark decided to branch out even further, working with Josh Gilliland and Justin Bailey to establish a new promotional company - Rubber City Promotions. They now showcase some of the finest House & Techno in Northeast Ohio with their monthly event, Contrive. When Mark Roscoe hits the decks he will always be laying down the hottest new tracks from the freshest names in house music today.
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