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Cinco De Mayo with Keenhouse, Jacuzzi Hi-Dive, and the Night Vision's DJ's!

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Secret Society w/ Moullinex, Xinobi & More!!

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In The Cut: Moullinex & Xinobi Talk Music

Just this past week, I managed to squeeze in some time to catch up with Moullinex (Luis) and Xinobi (Bruno), two very interesting and quite humble guys making a stir on the world stage with their eclectic brand of funky disco & electro house. Both from the Discotexas label and Gomma Records of Germany and Portugal, they will be on a U.S. Tour this month and stopping in Vegas on Wednesday April 28th @ Hypnotic Lounge. It's not too often we get international Artists/DJ's playing more intimate club venues here in Las Vegas so we urge everyone to come out and share this amazing night with us! Up and comers, Jacuzzi Hi-Dive will be performing a live set with their new drummer as well as DJ sets from Waves and disco house extraordinaire, Epique. Needless to say, it's going to be a bangin' Wednesday night and we would love to see you there! So, on with the interview. Don't forget to say "Hi" at the show, I'm sure they won't mind one bit.

Being Both from Portugal, how did you start collaborating?
M: Believe it or not, we were in the same (tiny) country but our first contacts were via myspace. Bruno was in a rock band and i really liked a track, and i contacted them regarding a remix. From then on we started pushing each other.
X: Just as Moullinex said, that's how we really started. Then we also started to make music together, we, with other friends, built up the Discotexas gang and now we even play in the same band.

Growing up, what influences in your youth shaped the music that you make today?
M: From Pink Floyd to Chico Buarque, and Stevie, Herbie, so many others...
X: I normally speak about friends and movies as my main actual influences. Obviously there's a lot of music involved. But back in the days of my youth, my father, without knowing it, is probably the greatest responsible for my passion for music. He had great music at home, he would watch silly Top 40 hits tv shows with me and he actually taught me how to play the guitar.

We're always curious to know people's first concerts. What was yours?
M: My first 'concert' was in the Xmas party in my high school.. I was in a Ska-punk /HC band named 'Coxies'.. As in Coccix (the bone) and Pixies... We just played a single track but we rehearsed for ages. The lesson i learned from then was refraining from singing ever again.
X: My first memorable concert was maybe Guns N' Roses when they we're doing that Use Your Illusion Tour. What a Circus. Actually, Axl made it even more memorable arguing with 50,000 angry portuguese about if he should or should not proceed with the show after how he felt on stage. ahah.

Both known for your prowess in the Studio, could you give us an idea of what your creative process is like?
M: I always start with a chord progression, then i add layers and layers, usually drums, bass, then other keys and guitars, etc.. Lately i sit down with (the other) Luis, who plays bass, and we improvise a lot in the studio. The best parts are then arranged and polished. Then it's all about making things simple again.. And then the remaining 20% of the track (mixing, fine-tuning the drums, bass, etc) takes 80% of the time...
X: My main ideas come at night, at the time that I should go to sleep. Then, I got to bed really late. But seriously I normally play around with loops and melodies for a while until I get some nice hook, then, I add some drums and percussion and, for the end, a strong bass line. A thing that normally takes a lot to get it a nice song structure.

Do you have any favorite pieces of gear in your studio?
M: A Roland Stage Echo unit is almost in every track I do. And my favourite synths are the Korg Mono/Poly and the Octave Cat SRM. My latest baby is a Fender Rhodes Mk I which my girlfriend gave me for my birthday. Best gift ever.
X: My Sennheiser Hd 25. That would be the last thing I would sell...

(Moullinex) When and how did your live band come about?
M: Actually it was a natural step, from composing 'live' in the studio to making things more organic. It's 200x the fun (and the work)
X:
With such an extensive catalog of work you've both done, is there anything that stands out as some of your personal favorites that others may overlook?
M: One of the most overlooked tracks from Bruno is his remix for Loose Shus' Threesome. It's really, really, good.
X: I really love my Loose Shus remix. Till the present day, I don't know where were my melody senses in the day I wrote some of those melodies. And still, I feel that the remix went really unnoticed. And Moullinex remix for Cut Copy, it got a lot of attention but I still don't understand why it didn't have a proper release side by side with the original and the other remixes.

On Touring in the United States versus Europe, Likes? Dislikes?
M: We've only played in NYC and Philly before, and we have no idea what to expect from this tour. All I can say is that we're really excited!
X: As Luís told, United States still are a mystery for us. And off course, I can't wait to know better.

With this exciting tour just ahead of you, Anything you were looking forward to do while you were here?
M: i'm gonna take a million pictures and probably set up a cheesy tour blog. I'm really interested in visiting things like the "World's biggest (fill in the blank)". and please give me pointers to guitar/keys pedal shops!
X: I just want to have fun, and enjoy the most I can. I'm not a good trip organizer, so i'll probably let myself to the "go with the flow" method. I think it is the best way to travel around when you don't have that much time to spend.

Xinobi, So you've played in a punk band and are into skateboarding? Do you still carry any elements of punk into your music and lifestyle?
X: Mhh, Let's put it this way, I've been to London in the past week, and I saved a really special time to hang out in a decent punk rock record store called All Ages. So it is something I love. I still feel that Punk Rock kind of ethics molded a lot of my personality, and although I'm not that involved in punk issues anymore I still feel is one of the most important thing in my life. Through punk rock ideals and "modus operandi" I've learned how to respect others individual freedom at the same time I have to express my ego to fulfill my dreams. That and getting the "know how" on how to be independent established the way I see, for example, Discotexas nowadays. And I think Discotexas is really punk rock without have direct connections with it. ahah.

Describe to us the vision and sound that encompasses Discotexas?
M: Unpretentious eclecticism, achieving originality and have fun doing it.
X: I can't put it better... Luís said it all.

Any personal goals for 2010?
M: hopefully finish an album, follow the Discotexas release calendar, decide on the right place to live.
X: Being able to write an Album and travel the world at the same time. I also might change to another house.

We know Germany and Portugal are hotbeds for great artists, are there any artists we should be looking out for?
M: in Portugal you should keep an eye on Social Disco Club, Tiago, Photonz, Mirror People.. in Germany, obviously the Gomma label, but also Permanent Vacation, Tensnake in Hamburg, Delusions of Grandeur in Berlin...
X: You should also check artists like Gala Drop, Dead Combo, Caveira, Paus.. all great bands based in Lisbon.

When you think of Las Vegas, name two things that come to mind.
M: Casinos and Blue Man Group. Sorry for being obvious. I can't wait, though.
X: I heard what happens there, stays there and there was this ZZ Top song... ahah, yes, two more clichés.

In a time where music and technology are almost seamlessly intertwined, Do you have any advise for aspiring Bands, Producers and DJ's trying to gain success much like yourselves?
M: enough with the "artist in a pedestal" attitude, it's all about switching positions between audience and musician. What's happening today already happened in the 70s, where you could watch your favorite band playing live from 10 inches away, only to switch positions with them the day after. Nowadays this model was re-born, but the stage is actually world-wide. Really good music making and promotional tools are available to everyone, many of them for free. So sometimes maybe you should take a break from that raging ADD of yours, pack the essentials and isolate yourself to try and make something of your own. And when you achieve that, do send the result to demos@discotexas.com !!
X: Just do what you like and try to be recognized by who you are. Don't pretend to be. Use the best internet can give you to promote yourself but avoid becoming a super-spammer. Honesty and Humbleness should prevail over the barbaric media that surround us.

Database-Live! Tuesday March 23rd

Currently on tour and trekking across North America, Brazil's Database of Southern Fried Records (Fatboy Slim, Crookers) will be making a stop in Vegas and performing at downtown's premier hotspot, Beauty Bar. Chances are this may be your first time hearing about them, but don't let it dissuade you from the fact that they are a definite must see. In Brazil, they've played some of the country’s biggest festivals, including TIM '08 (with the Klaxons, Kanye West, MGMT, Junior Boys) Haagen Dazs Mix Music Festival '08 (Uffie, Feadz, Yuksek, The Glimmers and VHS or Beta), Fashion Week as well as appearances on MTV Brazil, and other major festivals.

Today Database is one of the biggest electronic names in Brazil. Recently co-writing a single with Brooklyn's French Horn Rebellion called "Beaches & Friends," not to mention sharing an unbelievable roster with the rest of the artists represented by industry top-dogs, Windish Agency (Z-Trip, Miike Snow, DJ Mehdi, Fever Ray).



In support of Database, Jacuzzi Hi-Dive will also be doing their debut live performance, with the addition of newest member Jose Torres. Down and Derby resident DJ, Shr3d will also be in attendance holding it down on the 1's & 2's. With so many tough choices on any given weekend night here in Las Vegas, It's due time for something to look forward to early in the week. This coming Tuesday we'll party like it's Friday!

Database - Ritchie Got Me Dancin'
Database & Midnight Martyn - Party People
Database - A French Winter
Database & French Horn Rebellion - Beaches & Friends (Twelves Remix)

Jacuzzi Hi-Dive | On The Rise!

Say "hello" to Vegas's latest rising stars, Jacuzzi Hi-Dive. They’ve set out on a mission to synthesize past, present, and future to create something that aims on not only transcending the 21st century, but also raising the bar for the current state of our generations creativity.

Jacuzzi Hi-Dive essentially started back in 2007. It’s core consisting of two east-coast expats, Aily Iglesias and Aram Blassingame. In the 3 years since this project's inception, 2 of which were spent honing in on a solid creative direction, It wasn't until recently things started to come together for the duo. They've recently released several remixes, not to mention their super fun and eclectic mixtape "Dancefloor Linguistics" as well as two promotional tracks from their upcoming album "Return Of Nibiru," out this summer on Transient Legendary.

They've put together a stellar live performance with the help of Gold Fronts bass player, Jose Torres and will be playing a string of shows this Spring. Their debut on March 23rd at Beauty Bar opening for Database (Sao Paolo, Brazil). Proceeding that will be performances in Los Angeles, a gig with Moullinex and Xinobi in April, as well as two confirmed dates in New York in May. Updates can be found on their myspace.

Breakbot - Baby I'm Yours (Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Remix)
Jacuzzi Hi-Dive - Turn You On
Jacuzzi Hi-Dive - XO Skeleton
Jacuzzi Hi-Dive - Let's Groove

Dancefloor Linguistics

Jacuzzi Hi-Dive just finished up a top notch promo mix and we've got the exclusive available for download! I caught up with Aily over the weekened and she had nothing but positive words about it. "This mix is something we put together that fused our love of dancing, funky jams, a good party, as well as all things tropical and foreign. We love fun music, and this captures our personalities quite well actually. It's an hour long epic ride through several genres and 5 languages. Spiced it up with a bit of ghettoness to keep it real and, voila!! Great vibes all throughout."

Dancefloor Linguistics by Jacuzzi Hi-Dive

TRACK LISTING

1. Intro
2. Database ft. Bonde Do Role : Miami (Baile Funk Mix)
3. Cee Lo & The Good Time Gyus : Hello Miss (XXXChange Remix)
4. Buraka Som Sistema : Kalemba - Wegue Wegue (Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Edit)
5. Mekon ft. Roxanne Shante : Yes Yes Yall (Sinden Baile Funk Mix)
6. Santogold : Shove It (Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Redub)
7. Alex Metric : Deadly On A Mission
8. Crystal Fighters :I Love London ft. Bun B (80 Kids Remix / Luc B Edit)
9. Munk : Live Fast Die Old (The Juan Maclean Remix)
10. Classixx : I'll Get You (Gigamesh / Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Edit)
11. Gossip : Listen Up (Punks Jump Up Remix)
12. Wolfgang Gartner : The Grey Agenda (Aram's Get Up! Mix)
13. Cut Copy : Lights & Music (Boyz Noise/ Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Edit)
14. Yuksek : So Far From The Sea (12's Remix)
15. Lack Of Afro : Rusty
16. James Brown : There Was A Time (Kenny Dope Remix)
17. Thunderheist : Little Booty Girl
18. Maluca : El Tigeraso
19. Diplo & Laidback Luke :Hey! (Spinstyles/Jacuzzi Hi-Dive Edit)
20. Notorious B.I.G. : Nigga (Accapella)
21. Spencer And Hill : Cool (Afrojack Remix)
22. Yelle : Qui este Cette Fille (Robyn Cover)
23: Generationals : When They Fight They Fight
24: French Horn Rebellion & Database : Beaches & Friends (12's REMIX)
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LET'S GROOVE

I have a good feeling 2010 is gonna be a great year for Jacuzzi Hi-Dive, the TL crew's newest group. Currently based out of Las Vegas, consisting of Aily Iglesias, Aram Blassingame of Bass & Treble, and a collective of friends that have lent a hand for the live band. With their forthcoming release due out in early Summer, don't be surprised if you run into some great promotional material in support up the upcoming release. They've just sent over an outstanding production, and it's a funky, feel good, disco banger interpretation of Earth Wind & Fire's Let's Groove. Stay Tuned for more updates on Jacuzzi Hi-Dive.


Jacuzzi Hi-Dive - Let's Groove

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