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Episode 011 - The Motet - Dave Watts
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FMP 010 – Aphasia
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FMP 009 – Willbeaux
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Groove Cruise – 2019 Lineup
GROOVE CRUISE MIAMI 2019 CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY & ANNOUNCES PHASE I LINEUP FEAT. KASKADE, ALY & FILA, HOT SINCE 82, MK, MARKUS SCHULZ, SIMON PATTERSON + MORE!
August 8, 2018 — Dance your way across the turquoise waters of the Caribbean with Groove Cruise Miamiwhich announces Phase I of their highly-anticipated 2019 lineup today. Setting sail on the deluxe Celebrity Infinity next January 10th - 14th, 2019, Groove Cruise Miami will offer up an array of electronic music legends and up-and-coming acts, primed to deliver the best in house, trance and techno. Don’t miss this opportunity to dance, discover, and follow your inner compass to an experience of a lifetime.
As Groove Cruise celebrates its monumental 15th anniversary, the soundtrack for this year’s cruise will be provided by an amazing roster of 2019 headliners that include critically-acclaimed Chicago-bred EDM superstar Kaskade, Egyptian trance duo Aly & Fila, Yorkshire-based house/techno phenom Hot Since 82, Detroit house legend MK (Marc Kinchen), German-born, Miami-based trance icon Markus Schulz, and Irish house music extraordinaire Simon Patterson.
Supporting artists on the Phase I lineup include Anthony Attalla, Blackgummy, Chus & Ceballos, Cocodrills, Eli & Fur, Leftwing & Kody, Liquid Todd, Prok & Fitch, Roger Sanchez, Technasia, Adam Scott, Chris Garcia, Dancetronauts, Dean Mason, Drums of the Sun, DSK CHK, Eva Kane, Geronimo, Grube & Hovesepian, Kristen Knight, Kristina Sky, Laser Assassins, Luccio, Scotty Boy Scooter & Lavelle, and Stellar — more TBA in the coming months.
As part of his headlining act, MK will bring his globally - renowned AREA10 party straight to the decks of Groove Cruise, consistently known for featuring some of the hottest names in electronic music as special guests. Groove Cruise Miami will also feature a stellar series of hosted stages, ensuring that there is more than enough music to keep cruisers dancing ‘til sunrise. Look forward to stage takeovers by Coldharbour, Eve, Future Sound of Egypt, Incorrect, Never Going Home, Rubber Ducky, Stereo Productions and Under the Radr.
Surrounded by bumping beats and the beloved GC Fam, captains aboard Groove Cruise Miami will voyage to two new destinations in 2019—the stunning, tropical island of Cozumel, Mexico and Key West, Florida. Known for its clear, aquamarine waters, vibrant snorkeling, and culinary delights, Cozumel will add an extra layer of travel and culture to Groove Cruise’s already impressive itinerary. The Groove Cruise family will also be making a stop in Key West, an intimate island hub and favorite Floridian destination. Rolling out further initiatives to heighten the peak experience Groove Cruise Miami delivers, the ship will now depart from the port of Ft. Lauderdale. What was once an arduous cab ride from airport to port is now direct; GC Fam will be able to travel from plane to boat in a matter of minutes.
Among the first passenger cruise vessels to be powered by smokeless turbine engines, the premium 2,170-passenger Celebrity Infinity is elegantly themed with its iconic three-level foyer grand staircase and sophisticated decor. Captains will discover a bevy of novelty features including a retro restaurant, Egyptian-themed casino, basketball court, jogging track, shuffleboard, indoor solarium and pool, fine dining, and more than 100 spa cabins. From sprawling penthouses (complete with butler and baby grand piano) to the petite and elegant Sky Suites, Groove Cruise on the Celebrity Infinity will undoubtedly be the most luxurious festival experience yet—welcome to the suite life! Click here to snag one of these epic suites before they’re booked. More info surrounding on-board activities and artists activations coming soon!
For those who reside on the West Coast, Groove Cruise Cabo is extending the party to land, air and space with their San Diego pre-party taking place from 8pm - 12am on October 9, 2018, the Tuesday before the festival sets sail. Blasting into San Diego’s iconic Air and Space Museum in Historical Balboa Park, the GC Fam will imbue the museum with outrageous fashion, good vibes, and thumping dance music, giving attendees a flavorful taste of the Groove Cruise experience. A surprise lineup of soon-to-be-announced DJs will transform this sanctuary of science into an intergalactic dance party unlike any other.
For tickets & more info: Groove Cruise Miami 2019
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About Groove Cruise
What started in 2004 as a group of 125 thrill-seeking house-heads (led by founder Jason Beukema) sailing on a cruise together has erupted into the world’s first and largest floating dance music festival. Groove Cruise is the only music cruise to sail from both East and West coasts, and is a non-stop experience comprised of four straight days of beach, pool and theme parties, great food, EDM and luxurious destination parties. In addition to the standard cruise amenities, there are also artist activities, yoga classes (often paired with deep house), costume parties, and various onboard events that rival the best dance music festivals in the world. Groove Cruise is produced by Whet Travel.
About Whet Travel
Over 12,000 people each year choose Whet Travel for their music cruise adventure. Whet Travel has executed 24 full ship charters including Groove Cruise Miami January 10-14, 2019 (15 year anniversary), Cabo and LA as well as Salsa Cruise (20 year anniversary Oct 29-Nov 2 overnight in Havana Cuba). Whet Travel received the prestigious Charter Partner of the year award from Carnival and Norwegian Cruise Lines and Inc Magazine ranked Whet Travel as the #4 fastest growing travel company in the USA.
Press
“Combining the luxury and travel of a cruise ship with the pulsating, all-night party of an electronic music festival, it is no wonder that this event sold out so quickly.” — Huffington Post
“The Groove Cruise is The #1 Place in The World to Get Your Groove.” — Travel Channel
”Only after attending can one understand the logistical marvel that is Groove Cruise.” — LA Weekly
“No VIP area or backstage or green room, and it was obvious how it made people feel: free.” — YourEDM
“Just like most movie sequels and TV reboots, Groove Cruise Miami is floating proof in a monsoon market of spinoff rave boats that nothing ever quite lives up to the original.” — Billboard
FMP 008 – Sky Alan
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Episode 008 - Sky Alan
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Photo Recap Sonic Bloom 2018
How Creative Hobbies Can Better Your Mental Health Regardless of Your Age
Written by: Julie Morris
Life comes at us fast. Between work, family
Invest in Yourself
Sometimes you need to take a step back from life and do something that you enjoy. A good hobby can become a powerful tool in helping you cope with stress and unwind. As you continue your pursuit, it can lead to learning a unique skill. It can also be a gateway into opening new social connections and increase your confidence.
This is why it is common for those suffering from depression or recovering from addiction to be recommended they take up a hobby. Often hobbies provide a sense of structure in their lives and give a sense of purpose. It is a great way for them to feel like they have control over their lives.
Sketch it Out
Drawing can be an incredibly soothing outlet. For many, it becomes a form of self-expression and a way to unload thoughts that might otherwise be too difficult to form into words. Not to mention, drawing is known to improve motor skills and creative problem solving.
If you are new to drawing, be patient, especially if what is in your head is not translating to the page. Art takes time to master properly. Try taking a class to boost your skills or turn online. There are numerous resources from step by step tutorials to videos that teach you the basic techniques. However, one of the best things about art is that there is no wrong way to do it.
Feel the Beat
Contrary to popular belief, it is never too late to pick up an instrument. In fact, adults may have the advantage over children. They are able to quickly grasp more abstract concepts and are self-motivated to learn.
Setting time aside each day to practice can feel like a large commitment, but it is one that is well worth it. The sense of accomplishment you will feel from finally mastering a song is unrivaled. Not to mention, playing music is great way to sharpen your memory and enhance cognitive thinking. Whether you are picking up an instrument for the first time or renewing a childhood hobby, you can still reap the same benefits music provides to the brain from just a few months of practice according to National Geographic.
Turn Inward
Poetry is a great way to loosen and unload your thoughts. It is an amazing form of expression that forces you to become more introspective, which can help heal emotional pain through reflection.
Do not be intimidated by poetry. There is no wrong way to write it. If you want to stick to highly structured poems, you can. If you prefer more freeform and less rules, you can do that too. Creative Writing Now is great resource to help you get started.
Turn Up the Heat
Some of the best hobbies are the ones we share with others. Cooking is a great way to incorporate your friends. You can cook up a delicious meal for them or invite them into the kitchen with you to cook together. This is an excellent opportunity for you to bond and grow closer.
Sharing a meal you’ve made can be immensely satisfying. Cooking your own meals is also a great way for you to eat healthier and save some money, according to the Chicago Tribune. Teaching yourself to shop and prepare your own food will reduce the amount of processed and unhealthy foods you eat.
Protect Your Time
While hobbies are amazing to share with your friends and family, keep in mind that a great hobby is one that you do solely for yourself. You do not want to feel any pressure to satisfy someone else when you sit down to do your hobby. This is why it is so important that you pick something that you’ll love.
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Swoon for Shambhala Music Festival in Our Magical Moments Photo Gallery
Shambhala Music Festival returned for its 21st installment held on August 8th-10th 2018 at Salmo River Ranch, British Columbia. Take a photo tour along with Freio Music.
Photos by Lindsay Rebecca Moyer
One of the first sets to kick off the weekend: Frase and his dancers at the Grove Stage
Festival fashion was in high style in B.C. last weekend
The ever smooth and cool Frase rocking the Grove Stage
Art installations scattered around the Grove grounds
Food shaped intertubes ascended on the creek since the high temperature at Salmo River Ranch was 95 degrees fahrenheit
Taking dips and floating around without a care in the world was a common activity for most on Friday
Cairn building in the creek on Shambhala's hottest day.
A hoop goddess spins her skills on stage with Westerly at the Grove stage
Troupes of creative minds like this enlightened the campground crowds with impromptu parades
Meanwhile, some festival goers found balance on the slackline among the giant mushrooms
Wanderers meander through the feilds of sunflowers
Liquid Stranger throws down a banger set on the AMP stage
Dreamers dancing and wishing the sun a good night
JPOD lays down the love at the Living Room Stage
The costumes were well thought out and planned in advance with so much creativity
If you came unprepared for all the costuming, you could visit one of the friendly vendors
The crowd is enamored with Dirt Monkey's heavy hitting Village stage set
Interactive art installations like these light up musical mushrooms were dispersed throughout "Downtown"
J. Kenzo at the Grove stage
The Pagoda stage packed a weekend filled with 3D Projection Mapping on its expansive white canvas of house-like structure that festival veterans say has gotten larger and larger each year
Surreally organic forms dress the Pagoda stage during Claude VonStroke's set
Claude VonStroke lights up the sky during his house set at the Pagoda Stage
The nights were alive with laser light dancing and cutting through the dark nights
Saturday, August 11th, 2018
Lazy Syrup Orchestra serenades the afternoon crowd at the Grove Stage
Kolt. gives his all at the Pagoda Stage
Dancing to your own beat is common at these grounds
Bubbles ignite excitement amongst some entranced passersby
Off-stage aerials occur during Meow Mix's set at the Living Room stage
MeowMix member waves to a friend in the crowd at the Living Room stage
Multi-hoop performances accompany the tunes of Meowmix at the Living Room stage
Melanie Dekker serves up an intimate acoustic set on the AMP stage
The smartest Shambhalans brought bicycles for trekking all around the grounds at Salmo River Ranch
Matt the Alien shows off his signature silly smile during his set at the Pagoda Stage
Everyone was feeling the groove
The Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man got grooving on the dance floor
A beautiful Elf asks for more bass
Meanwhile, the finger puppets come out to play by the wall of PK speakers
Spidey-duder even brought his big spoons to the dance floor
Speaker riders at the Pagoda Stage for Matt the Alien's set
A Shambhalady decked out in her festy best
Village stage get down
Party people show up for some dubstep
Stylust hypnotizes the crowd with his rap infused dubset beats at the Village stage
Festival goers tune in for Stylust's bass in your face set
Partygoers once again show up decked out in wild costumes
Tyler Stadius lit up the night sky at the Living Room stage
Defunk delights during his visual heavy set at the Pagoda stage
Mark Farina's set was one of this photographer's favorite sets of the weekend
The Glitch Mob slays at the Village at midnight ringing in the start of a new day
D Double E raps to the fans at the Grove Stage
The crowds for Adventure Club's Pagoda Stage set were humongous
Adventure Club threw down a banger of a set for the shoulder to shoulder headbanging crowd
Sunday, August 12th, 2018
Brilliant bubbles as big as your body bombarded the early afternoon crowds "Downtown"
The Sonic Portal sent some Shambhaliens into outerspace with it's surround sound gong experience
A Sonic Portal guru creates meditating and undulating vibrations
James, of the Glitter Projects, paints a man's head
The other James of the Glitter Projects buffs out a waiting friend
Not all festival goers went the whole four days without a bath
This totem makes for great shade as well as being easy to spot by the crew
People were Shambhalovin' the bubbles
This pirate skull definitely came back to life for the weekend's big drops
A lovely muse poses in front of the Pagoda stage
Chuurch throws down a heavy sunset set on the Pagoda stage
Some totems were also utilitarian, like this 5 foot bong
Saqi illuminates his fans during his Living Room stage appearance
Dirtwire's unique sound was soaked in by the crowds at the Living Room stage
Dirtwire members play multiple peculiar sounding instruments to create their aural vibes
An interactive sand display enamors a small crowd by the beach at night time
Each movement of the sand causes a topographical change on the map projected below, forming rivers, lakes and lava
Camo & Krooked drop their alluring bass and drum beats to the roaring crowd at the Village Stage
Some speakers riders geek out for the early morning thumps of 29 Palms
A watermelon carting wolfbear jams out to Scottie at the Village stage
Sonic Bloom Photo Recap 2018
Sonic Bloom 2018 Photo Recap
This year at Sonic Bloom the music was on fire as usual. Three main stages running until 2am and one stage running until sun-rise with music until 6am. The workshops begin at 8 am so there is really only two hours of 'off-time' per day all four days of the festival. The music and grooves transitioned seamlessly as different artists plugged in while others finished out their set. The main stage has a 'tween' stage, which if you are not familiar with the term is a small stage right next to the main stage and features short usually under 30min performances while the main stage undergoes a set change. This is the optimal way to transition on a large stage while maintaining the audience's attention and attendance.
With thee stages going simultaneously for 8 hours (with three stages that is actually 24 hours of live performances compressed in time and space within walking distance), which provides an opportunity for more musicians to be heard and benefit from the cross-pollination of musical audiences. The river ran dry but the music and shaded hammocks at the hummingbird stage provided a welcome mid day napping location. There is no shortage of amazing talent and the careful curation of musical acts that preform ensure a high threshold and a healthy diversity while still being true to the festivals electronic roots.
Photos will never capture sound so seek out good listen to new music. Click here to listen to live tracks from Sonic Bloom 2018.
Some more music the official Sonic Bloom Playlist on Spotify:
Suwannee Hulaween Festival Lineup
Suwanee Hulaween Festival in Live Oak, Florida
Florida Throws Down!
Hulaween has one of the best lineups of the summer featuring an array of talent.
The festival in Live Oak, Florida will be featuring a ridiculous lineup featuring 3 nights of The String Cheese Incident, Odesza, Jamiroquai, Janelle Monae, Tipper, STS9, Stephen Marley, Vulfpeck, and Gramatik just to name a few. The festival has such depth of talent that you will almost certainly discover a new act that blows you away.
Jamiroquai, a 90's jazz-funk band returns to the US this year for the first time in 13 years. Enjoy the music video below of "Virtual Insanity".
Hulaween will surely bring out the finest costumes and characters over the Halloween weekend. Slightly smaller acts that you may not have heard of and should absolutely not miss include: Turkuaz, a eccentrically colorful, funk powerhouse band full of horns and singers; Jade Cicada, an infectious, bass heavy-hitter that always leaves you wanting more; Sunsquabi a Boulder-local funky jamtronica band who is growing exponentially in front of our eyes; and Fisher from Claude VonStroke's Dirtybird label who will be bringing the dance party with the house vibes!
See you there!
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