NEW SINGLE "LIE TO OURSELVES" OUT NOW ON BEATPORT + ITUNES!
Christopher Lawrence and Dave Audé have teamed up with vocalist Jen Lasher for the beautiful and evocative 'Lie to Ourselves' - out this week on iTunes and Beatport! Described as a "crossover" and "breakthrough" single, 'Lie to Ourselves' is already receiving support from Paul Oakenfold, Matt Darey, Agnelli & Nelson, Judge Jules, Thrillseekers, M.I.K.E, Ronski Speed, Kuffdam, , Cor Fijneman, Dave Pearce, DJ Feel, David & Carr and Nicholas Bennison to name a few. Listen and you will see why.
Already exploding across dance floors around the World, 'Lie to Ourselves' demonstrates why Christopher has continued to remain at the forefront of the global dance music scene. Famous for his underground sound, 'America's Top Trance DJ' crosses over into the world of ethereal vocals and haunting melodies with this release.
Dave Audé is considered one of the US's top remixers and producers. He has dominated the Billboard Dance Chart with 32 number 1 singles, having worked with everyone from U2, Sting, Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Depeche Mode, Coldplay, Pussycat Dolls, Beyoncé, tATu and Nelly Furtado to Korn. Vocalist Jen Lasher has been described as "D.C.'s Princess of Darkness" by Remix Magazine. She has recorded with US breaks stars DJ Icey, Baby Anne and as well as with industrial bands such as Shiny Toy Guns.
There is a 'Lie to Ourselves' music video, which includes footage from Jen Lasher's live vocal performance during Christopher Lawrence's set at this years famed Coachella Festival in Southern California. Check it out at on Youtube. The vocal single is a departure for Christopher Lawrence, who has not recorded a vocal track since 'Freefall', which was featured on his widely acclaimed artist album 'All or Nothing' in 2004.
'Lie to Ourselves' is available now on Beatport + iTunes, with additional digital outlets to follow soon.
Remixes By: DJ Micro, John Debo, David & Carr + Lasher Matt Breakdown
BEATPORT GIVES MAJOR PROPS TO CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE.. SAYS "CLEARLY THE AMERICAN PUBLIC.. WANTS MORE!"
We were forwarded this fantastic Beatport write up on Christopher Lawrence recently and thought we would share it with you:
"Beatportal can only think of three or four names in the trance DJ world that are as recognized as Christopher Lawrence."
"But when you look into his background and accomplishments it’s easy to understand why.
"Christopher has been playing records for packed dancefloors since 1993, racking up over a quarter of a million frequent flier miles every year; and while this is more than impressive, it is not just his DJing that has earned him his stripes."
"He also has a radio show called Rush Hour, has been featured on countless magazine covers, has sold over a quarter of a million mix CDs, and gets his productions on the playlists of the likes of Paul van Dyk, Tiesto, and Paul Oakenfold. His name truly permeates every facet of the trance subculture."
"Clearly, the American public agrees this is deserved and wants more. After 35,000 votes were cast, Christopher was awarded the title of ‘America’s Best DJ’ in the Best American DJ poll for 2008".
"And it couldn’t happen to a nicer guy. Christopher’s unfailingly polite disposition, love for his fans, and high-energy, club-friendly progressive house and trance have kept him adored by his oldest followers as well as endured him to the newest of dance music enthusiasts year after year". Thanks to all the staff at Beatport for their ongoing support!
OFFICIAL "BEHIND THE SCENES" VIDEO FROM COACHELLA
Ever wondered what goes on backstage at a legendary festival like Coachella ? Check out the backstage video we've put together of Christopher Lawrence up on Youtube. We follow Christopher for 48 hours leading up to and including his set at the famed Sahara dance tent. This mini documentary shows what goes on behind the scenes! The video includes live footage of Jen Lasher's performance of 'Lie to Ourselves', which is out this week on Audacious Records and is currently getting major play from the World's top jocks. Watch the video now, on Youtube
CONTINUATION' NAMED "TRACK OF THE WEEK" ON IVIBES.NU!
Netherlands based dance music website iVibes has named 'Continuation' their "Track of the Week". The collaboration between Christopher Lawrence and Nicholas Bennison has been turning heads with its tough trance attitude and won the support of DJs from Paul van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold, and glowing reviews from press, including the review below from iVibes, which earned 'Continuation' their "Track of the Week" title!
Read excerpts of iVibes.nu review below:
"Christopher Lawrence is a producer and DJ I have grown quite fond off over the past few years, not in a homosexual way of course, but in terms of his production style and thunderous DJ sets. He is very much into the Psy style of things with his sound at the moment which is a good thing as it's a style that many traditional Trance fans are yet to discover and will lap up by the record loads. He helped put together a superb compilation with John 'OO' Fleming last year with 'Global Trance Grooves' and enjoy touring the globe with Mr Fleming pumping out the sound to thousands all over the world. His partner in crime for this fourth release on Pharmacy Music is Nicholas Bennison. Both these guys are from the States so I'm sure those of you into your Trance across the pond will be well aware of how talented these two producers are."
The Original Mix is where you should look first with this super collaboration. The opening sequence to this mix is terrific, it really builds up the energy that explodes later on impressively. The beat is singed with Psy flavour and in with it rolls a thunderous throbbing bass line with kicks skipping every beat or so creating an great flow. The lead riff stabs in with great force and with each break stabs in synth's of sound. The deeply uplifting Psy sound and progressive roll on the bass line gel together to keep your interest. Deep background rumbles feed in amongst all the mayhem and when the sounds begin to fizzle out the main melody is rich with flavour and goes down like cold beer on a hot summers afternoon. There are stabs of beat for a short moment and before the breaks begun the track comes back into full force. The Psy sound is one very difficult to put into words but I really like this with its high flow of energy throughout.
Conclusion:
Quite an energy packed release and a great coming together of two of America's finest Electronic talents have created a thumping record. The Original ripped my ears to bits, go and check it out when it gets a full release sometime this month. Available at Beatport, Trackitdown, iTunes and other fine digital outlets.
COMING UP SOON
* Christopher returns to the studio to record his third artist album, due later this year.
* Lots of new remixes coming up, including U2 and All American Rejects.
* A new CD mix compilation due this Fall.
* A new single collaboration with Stu Stone of 'Breathe' fame featured on the forthcoming National Lampoon's Van Wilder: Freshman Year movie soundtrack.
* A new Christopher Lawrence website, including updated multimedia content.
* Rush Hour radio continues to be syndicated worldwide, this week added to the Executive Mix on Club246 in Canada.
* All this and much more...
CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE TOUR DATES
July 3 Giant @ Spin - Independence Weekend Kick Off San Diego, California
July 4 Rosarito Beach Electro Fest at Club Iggys, Baja California, Mexico
July 24 Club 101 El Paso, Texas
July 25 Level Nightclub Tucson, Arizona
Aug 6 Giant @ Red Newport Beach, California
Aug 7 Circulo Guadalajara, Mexico
Aug 8 Zoon Nightclub Mexico City, Mexico
Aug 14 Electrocity Festival, Poland
Aug 15 EH1 Festival, Scotland
Aug 22 Coca Cola Arena Daytona, Florida
Aug 29 TBA Macau
Sep 3 Mr + Mrs Smith (Debut set - DJ side project) / 11pm Morpheus Dome / Root Society, Burning Man, Nevada
Sep 4 Opulent Temple, Burning Man, Nevada
Sep 18 Family Brisbane, Australia
Sep 26 Nocturnal Wonderland Los Angeles, California
Oct 31 Sound Factory Toronto, Canada
Nov 20 Room Melbourne, Australia
Links:
Christopher Lawrence official website
Christopher Lawrence @ Twitter
Christopher Lawrence @ MySpace
Christopher Lawrence @ Facebook
Pharmacy Music @ Youtube
Pharmacy Music official website
Rush Hour radio official website
