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Shogun up for Best Trance Track with Skyfire at IDMA 2012

US-based DJ and producer Andrew Chen aka Shogun has received his first nomination at the International Dance Music Awards for the summer anthem that took the dance floor by storm, ‘Skyfire.’ Up for Best Trance Track, ‘Skyfire’ will compete against heavy hitters such as Armin van Buuren feat. Nadia Ali ‘Feels So Good,’ Above & Beyond’s ‘Sun and Moon,’ Tiesto’s ‘Maximal Crazy,’ and others. The full category can be found on IDMA’s voting ballot and winners will be announced during the Winter Music Conference on March 22, 2012 in Miami, FL.

Since it’s release, ‘Skyfire’ has generated over half a million views on YouTube and tells a story about the dark side of humanity and how the skies are full of fire in times of war. A very personal track, ‘Skyfire’ has resonated with people of all backgrounds, all around the world, and numerous fans have written to Shogun to say that the song helped them get through difficult times.

“I wanted people who were struggling with their own issues–anything from living in a war zone or poverty, or just day-to-day struggles that we all face–to know that even when times are hard, you can still find hope and beauty in darkness,” says Andrew. Read more

Markus Schulz nominated for 3 International Dance Music Awards in 2012

The shortlist for the 2012 IDMAs has been announced and internationally renowned DJ/producer Markus Schulz is delighted to have picked up nominations in 3 of the Awards most hotly anticipated categories.

Now in its ninth year, Markus’ weekly Global DJ Broadcast show is in the running for Best Radio Mix Show and he’s also been nominated in the Best North American DJ category (for which he took home the award in 2009). Following the announcement of the fan-voted noms yesterday, he has also been selected for the highly prized Best Global DJ category. Markus said: “I’m as happy as ever that my loyal fans have nominated me in 2012 and it is a huge honour to once again be featured in their shortlist for the Best Global DJ. I look forward to seeing as many of them as possible throughout the Winter Music Conference. See you in Miami folks!”

Electronic Dance Music citizens have until the 1st of March to cast their votes through the WMC’s dedicated website page at Winter Music Conference official website. Read more

RoodMusic presents Let It Go E.P. released on Armada Music

RoodMusic presents Let It Go E.P. released on Armada Music

It’s a bit of a mystery project, but that doesn’t make the debut E.P. of London based producer duo Roodmusic any less exciting. These guys like it loud, kicking off a promising career with ‘Cool’ and ‘Name’!

These guys might be classically trained, but pushing the boundaries of house music is their real drive and passion. With a young and open mind, the brother of RoodmuSic hit into the Pilot 6 label with definite impact. ‘Cool’ has the laidback feel of tech-house, but the maddening core of peak-time electro-house. This one will sweep the floors, from Miami to Amsterdam. ‘Name’ is the vocal piece of them two, rushing in with an electro shock, heavy distortion and a great dancefloor vibe for the highlight moments.

Keep an eye on these gents, future’s looking bright! Read more

Matt Darey and Stan Kolev feat Aelyn presents Follow You on Armada Music

Matt Darey and Stan Kolev feat Aelyn presents Follow You on Armada Music

Piece by piece, the debut album of Matt Darey unlocks its jewels. The second bite of the mastermind’s sum of experience and musical passion, is the warm, proggy ‘Follow You’ featuring producer Stan Kolec and singer Aelyn.

Following the footsteps of first single ‘Hold Your Breath’, are the glowing tones of ‘Follow You’. With the soothing voice of Ukrainian vocalist Aelyn and the housy influence of Bulgarian producer Stan Kolev, the outcome of this new Matt Darey collab is absolutely mesmerizing. Its lush guitar and trancy vibes will get under your skin from very first play on.

US producer duo Milan & Phoenix know how to pick up a vibe when they hear one. Their sound brings out the deep bass, moving you on in and outside. Ukrainian producer The Madison gave ‘Follow You’ an energetic push towards peak-time prog-trance. Read more

Karim Shaker presents Halfway Between Heaven And Earth on Armada Music

Karim Shaker presents Halfway Between Heaven And Earth on Armada Music

Karim Shaker shifts gears to destination high time, taking us on a deep, proggy ride with his ‘Halfway Between Heaven And Earth’ E.P..

Blending the spicy flavours of tech-house with the shady side of endlessly deep progressive, is what’s been keeping Spanish producer and DJ Karim Shaker busy these days. The clubbing society embraced his solo-sounds, with ‘Ambassador’ and ‘A Leap Of Faith’ running their course to the hottest clubs and underground hotspots. His new one, ‘Halfway Between Heaven And Earth’, is bound to the same destination. A somewhat eerie, entangled piece of melodic prog takes over, with depth as its biggest drive. ‘Halfway Between Heaven And Earth’ sounds exactly like its title, only better.

Spanish producer Dosem, known for deep-house classic ‘Beach Kisses’ and legendary remixes for the likes of Henry Saiz, Jeff Mills and Technasia, did a brilliant take on ‘Halfway Between Heaven And Earth’. Giving it an energetic tech-house vibe, makes his remix a real crowd-pleaser. Read more