New Innovative Event Series Coming To NYC - Scenery Roof

More and more events keep surfacing in New York, but one will stand out among the rest. A new immersive party series, Scenery Roof will open its doors to all walks of life on May 21. Scenery Roof is an elevated open-air rooftop event series offering innovative talent in dance music. All summer long, people can expect to see and dance to the best of international headliners and city locals.

Scenery Roof is a new way of having a summer party with your friends. Enjoy delicious mixed beverages and snacks. People will be surrounded by stunning art performers. It will be an engaging experience all around. The rooftop space is carefully curated with beautiful decorations; presentation is vital. The venue expands to ten thousand square feet plus a state-of-the-art sound system.

Headlining the inaugural show at Scenery Roof are All Day I Dreams, Lost Desert, and Hamburg’s Oliver Schories. Featured artists include David Orin from Anjunadeep and Bespoke Musik. Christian Voldstad. The daytime party will run through the night, taking attendees on a magical journey gazing up at the breathtaking sunsets that Mother nature can offer.

Scenery Roof is a special kind of event that offers not only the best of house and techno but offers a rare different way of partying. It’s located in the heart of Long Island City, overlooking the incredible views. So summer has officially begun; let’s celebrate with a bang all season long.

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Sasha Announces ‘TEN’ + LNOE Events

Progressive-house pioneer, Sasha announces ten new collaborations and ten special international LNOE events. In celebration of the artists, music, and community that have made Last Night On Earth the imprint it is today and in the future. In separate installments, TEN will be unleashed with two three-track EPs in April and May. Along with the EP release, it follows an even series expanding to Miami, Mexico City, New York, London, Berlin, and more. 

LNOE has created a unique platform for fresh talent and established names. Anyone who has experienced a special set or event with Sasha or LNOE left people with a memorial imprint. “As the label hits this milestone, I want to tell our story - the music, unity, expression, and relationships at the heart of the brand,” - Sasha 

The first part of Sasha’s project is the rework of ‘Aviator’ by Photek. It was released during the lockdown Livestream debut at Beatport ReConnect, he felt the big track needed to be released. Taking the track into his own with deep and defying chords that release an ecstasy of obscure percussion.  

‘When you could drop it to 2000 people in a club and they go mental’. I’ve always been a huge fan of Photek. The first time I heard ‘Aviator’ I knew it had all the elements of an amazing club record, but the original was too slow, I think it’s 105 bpm. We actually did a rough mix when I was working on Involver 3 that didn’t end up making it onto the album as it didn’t fit the rest of the music, but I’ve always felt it was something really special. Now with ‘TEN’ I just had to revisit it - I thought wow, this is enormous - what are we thinking, we have to put this out there!’ - Sasha

‘TEN’ features a mix of surprise debut collaborations, including Alex Banks (Monkeytown, Ninja Tune), Mr. Sosa (Anjunadeep), live band Pumarosa and some welcome returns. The label’s keeping a tight lid on the other names for now, so expect some big surprises over the coming weeks. 

LNOE Events

3/24 - Boat Party, MMW, Miami 

4/02 - Warehouse Venue, Mexico City

4/23 - Watergate, Berlin 

4/28 - Akasha, Ibiza 

5/13 - Newspeak, Montreal 

5/15 - Superior Ingredients, Brooklyn, NY 

5/21 - Sala Bikini, Barcelona 

5/22 - Teatro Magno, Madrid 

5/28 - Troxy, London 

6/12 - Boat Party Amsterdam 

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ARC Music Festival Announces Lineup

After an outstanding first-year succession, ARC Festival returns for Labor Day Weekend 2022. The three-day festival united scenes and connected communities from around the world in a way that felt distinct to the creative history of Chicago. The all techno and house music festival was able to bring massive party brands, host iconic artists, and produce an immersive experience. 

ARC’s first edition offered a festival experience previously unknown to Chicago dance music fans. Attendees were guided between the technicolor containers of The Grid stage to the outrageousness of Spain’s elrow, onwards to the deeper shades of Expansions. The result was a city-wide vibe that extended into premiere venues by night, earning the attention of the industry and leaving those out of the loop longing for ARC’s return.

Photo Credit: Krusza

This year’s lineup sees ARC further cement itself as a premier stop on the global festival calendar. Some of electronic music’s biggest stars will take center stage including the inimitable Carl Cox, a special performance from Adam Beyer □ Cirez D, songstress of the international techno movement Charlotte De Witte, Motor City icon Carl Craig, and UK mainstage originator Fatboy Slim.

ARC will once again extend beyond the music, creating a cutting-edge experience that mirrors the culture and artistry of its host city. The three-day festival will also act as a showcase of Chicago’s culinary prowess, offering an elevated and distinctly local event. Chicago is home to the biggest house and techno, some of the biggest icons are from Chi-Town. Keeping the vibes and energy alive and strong. 

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These efforts will be led by the Auris Presents team who bring collective decades of professionalism to the fold across their independent endeavors. ARC fans will also be treated to intimate after-parties across Auris and ARC partner venues RADIUS, PRYSM, and Concord Music Hall with others to be announced.

Getting a festival pass early doesn’t just lock in Labor Day Weekend, it’s a ticket to stacking this summer with events in the spirit of ARC. Pass holders gain access to purchase tickets to sold-out shows, private pre-sales, exclusively priced tickets, and the chance to guestlist at over 40 upcoming Auris Presents events this spring and summer. Attendees can sign-up to be the first to get their festival passes. General tickets will be on sale on March 17 with payment plans available now and travel packages coming soon.

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Mysteryland Returns This Summer with Biggest Edition

Mysteryland is the world’s longest-running electronic music festival and will make its long-awaited return to Haarlemmermeer. The festival is returning for its biggest edition ever from August 26-28, 2022. 

The legendary three-day Dutch festival will showcase over 300 artists across 22 stages with internationally renowned hosting partners. Covering the full spectrum of elements of electronic music from house, to techno, trance, and hardstyle. The iconic stages range from sprawling outdoor dance floors to massive, atmospheric tents beaming with laser shows and inimitable sounds hosted by both the most sought-after names worldwide and exceptional local talent. 

Milan Raven, managing director of ID&T Events: “We can’t wait to finally welcome our fans back into the world of Mysteryland. This year, our programmers and creatives have had a longer time to create, so even more love and attention has been put into the immersive world that our visitors step into in August. We will return bigger and better than ever before and we are looking forward to a mesmerizing conclusion to the Dutch festival season at Mysteryland.”

After a two-year hiatus, Mysteryland is set to return with more potential than ever with state-of-the-art production. Festival-goers will be immersed in a new world of festival lifestyles. The grounds will be filled with hidden places and special creations. From spiritual ceremonies and reviving massages, to dipping into the hot tubs or kicking back in a traditional pub, Mysteryland offers so much more than your average festival. 

If there’s any way to return to festival season in Europe then go to a Dutch festival. They know how to treat every guest like royalty. The DJs play to their fullest potential, the high-quality food is delicious every time. The crowds are pleasant and fun with nobody trying to mess with you or steal just to have fun. Mysteryland is the festival to experience it all as a traveling festival-goer. Over 100,000 visitors from over 100 different countries flock to experience the legendary festival each year.

Mysteryland will also include camping, so festivals goers can take in the full experience. The camping plaza is fully equipped with modern facilities, a food court, chill areas, and much more. With an entertaining program all weekend long, an extra festival day on Friday, and an afterparty on Saturday exclusively for campers, the camping experience is packed with extra entertainment. After two years in the making, Mysteryland is set to be the highlight of the festival season.

Mysteryalnd 

August 26-28, 2022

Het Floriadeterrein

Haarlemmermeer, The Netherlands

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Exploring The Realms of Moxy Muzik with Darius Syrossian

“It’s all about House and Techno, and I'm not interested in fads.” That's the motto Darius Syrossian lives by. It’s what made him a producer that doesn’t play by traditional rules. First, he’s been performing for over 25 years, creating his signature sound. Then, in 2019, he launched his [Moxy Muzik] record label and party concept. 

“My inspiration came from the 90s scene, which was like Junior Vasquez playing Sound Factory in New York, and he played 24 hours and that's what DJing was about. Playing every week in the same club where you get to know the crowd. Now with Moxy, I don't play every week, I play once a month.” Having played gigs at every major club in every significant city. “Before that, I used to play Sankeys, and I've always been a resident. When I started playing After Tribal Sessions, Do Not Sleep, it got to a point where it became a bigger brand and put on getting so popular.” 

The word Moxy comes from someone who does what they want and doesn’t even a fuck if people don't like it. “It became a point where it's like you've got Charlotte De Witt one week, then you got this and that, and there's no musical identity, nondescript. It's just anything that sells tickets. For me, that's not why I became a DJ.” 

Darius Syrossian takes the underground scene to a new dimension with his own party brand. He is touring different cities across the country with Moxy Muzik displaying his passion and talent to new realms. He will be taking over The Brooklyn Monarch with his [Moxy Muzik] concept this Friday, January 21. 

“I want to enjoy what I'm doing when I'm teaching, I want to play what I want to play. So in smaller rooms, longer sets are about 6 hours playing what I want with fewer people, but people who want to hear me play.” 

He continues about the music scene. Back in the late 80s and 90s, people only cared about music. There were no smartphones which meant no photography and social media posts. It was simple back then, with good vibes and great music. These days it's all about those high prices to try and sell out the massive spaces. 

“You end up with the people who think they should be listening to you, wanting to hear you play those big tunes that they've heard, and then it becomes soulless. You become a jukebox. I want to play my style of music inspired by the New York scene of the 90s, Chicago House, a little bit of acid, a little bit like European techno mixed up what you want.” 

Moxy Muzik is More Than a Party Concept:

Moxy Muzik is an imprint where all listeners discover underground talent. It gives upcoming artists a chance to be found and heard. “Moxy started it to be a way that I can do this. Now, if you look, I've got loads of shows all over the UK, Manchester League, London, and I play a long set. I also bring upcoming artists. So I don't just book other established guests. I spot artists who I know are upcoming, and I know that they're good. It makes me feel good that I'm helping other acts as well at the same time. So that's what Moxy is about.” 

From the beginning, he was always passionate about the music and the scene. But, as only some people do it for fame, Darius does it for the love of music. “I enjoy doing it with other people, have journeyed with other people '' What he is also known for that sample may not know about is that he has launched many other inspiring artists careers. “I think I'm in a position to help upcoming artists, so I've lost count. My label still presses vinyl.”

Since the label’s launch, it has only grown into a successful imprint. “It cost me a lot of money to do. If you want the records, they're going to buy the records anyway.” The digital tracks go straight in at #1 on Beatport ́s minimal deep tech genre. “Moxy Muzik has quite a lot of number ones on the Beatport, and it makes quite a bit of money.” The label has grown into producing multiple #1 vinyl records within three years. “We press vinyl, and we don't just press vinyl, we do colored vinyl. We also have Charlotte Archer, she's an independent artist. She's hand-drawn art for each one. So that costs quite a lot of money for each release. So trying to get up to sell and buy is really difficult. So I've given Lucas Alexander his first release on vinyl. Andrew K, his first release on vinyl. Many big names like Steve Lawler, Doc Martin, and DJ Sneak. We also help get music from an act because I know; she's important, that is.”

“You need to give these people a platform to show how good they sell. I find that quite rewarding. Helping other people as well and not just making Moxy just about me. That’s what I’m probably proud of a lot.”

Darius has a few tracks out now that are very popular, especially ‘White Rabbit.’ “My parents used to listen to it all the time because my parents always had music on nonstop, all day, every day in the kitchen house. So that was always music.” 

“I did it just for a laugh, for myself, and it turned out quite good. But I didn't release it in Lockdown. I waited after Lockdown in England when the clubs opened, and I played it. Defected Croatia, and all the Defected crew was like, ‘What is it?’ Shoot. I was like, something I've done. We'll never play the sample, but we got a singer to reshape it all and replay it all, and I've sampled them. Otherwise, we'd never clear the sample.”

Exploring Different Realms of Music: 

Darius Syrossian always had an act for being different, “from the beginning, I always do what I want, and it's not a typical dance floor track. It doesn't really sound like anything else I've made before, but I just like to mix it up and do what I want. If I want to make an edit, I'll make an edit.”

He continues by explaining how the music industry can work against him sometimes. With Darius Syrossian, he thinks outside the realms of music and creates masterpieces. He explores different subgenres and does not categorize himself in one dance music category. It works out both good and evil; however, he will always have loyal fans. “Tne techno tracks on Drumcode, and I've played House Music on Defected. The problem is that it works against you a little bit because people want to pigeon all you, and you can't pigeon on me. It's like, I'm not part of any crew. I don't want to be part of any crew. Right now, business technology is big. But I released it on Drumcode, and Adam Bayer loved the track. He said it was brilliant. When I posted that, there were a lot of Drumcode fans getting angry.” 

The Beginning:

It didn’t happen overnight for Darius Syrossian, and becoming a DJ was never planned. It all just worked out for the best. “I had a record shop about 15 years ago, so it was never my plan to be an international DJ. It just happened because in 2008, when vinyl crashed and we had to close the shop. I thought I might have to get a real job. So then I thought I was going to fucking start making records. Then the records that I made started getting signed by all the labels, and then I ended up having a career that way.” 

He has had many proud moments throughout his career, but there's one moment that will always stand out. He also put out his vital entry into the Essential Mix series doing two, so he remains a pivotal figure in the house scene. “This was the one live at Sankeys Visa on Radio one week in 2013. Then halfway through the track, the mix, I played Dusky, and you can hear the crowd on the mix. It was surreal because I just suddenly looked out and saw the whole crowd, and they all started clapping, and I don't know, I got a bit emotional. I just started breaking through at this point. So I've been trying for fucking years, and this was like a massive thing.”  

He never comes to the club with a pre-recorded set. “I never plan a set. You plan for yourself, but there are many people in that room. You have to try and build something within the energy that's going off in that room at the time.” Although he never wavered from his devotion to the groove, Darius’s vast music knowledge and unique vinyl collection allow him versatility. “A good DJ is someone who can read the crowd. It's not about matching as much. Lauren Garner is one of my favorite DJs, he mixes it up all the time, but his beat matches are sometimes constrained. It's about reading the crowd and the emotion in that room in front of you and what kind of vibes will come off the previous track. You're going to have happy records, technical records, moody technical records. It's about knowing how to play the right track at the right moment.” 

Inspiration: 

Moxy Muzik is all about playing extended sets in an intimate setting with a loyal crowd listening to one artist for hours. The party brand is coming to New York at The Brooklyn Monarch, where he will be bringing all the vibes and divine music. “That's what inspired me. It's a New York House Music, to some extent, Masters At Work. You couldn't even see the DJ back in Manchester because he was on a balcony behind you. Everyone was dancing, and nobody was facing the fucking DJ with a phone. But we can sit here and moan as much as we want. Things change. There are a lot of things that are better now. There are lot more types of different music with sub-genres, and the sound systems are more advanced. So we can always moan but the scene is still good. I still enjoy what I'm doing. I just wish people were more about the music than they are.”

He continues about the club scene in Manchester, a huge party city. “I'll play every month in Manchester. It sells out every month, but it's only 500 capacity. But the crowd is fucking bang on. So I don't want to play just once a year, 10,000 people for 1 hour. I want to play every month for 5 hours. That's the difference between me, and I don't want to be a jukebox.” 

On The Horizon: 

Darius has more to come, such as another world tour and upcoming releases with respectable artists. “I've got a release on Catz 'n Dogz label, PETS Recordings, that's out later this month. I've been playing it out, and it seems just to pass the test, let's say. Then in February, I got a remix on the label from Canada, Griffintown Records.

A true workaholic, Darius Syrossian has many upcoming tracks that will take over dance charts, dance floors, and minds. “Then I've got a huge record called “Back in a Dance,” which is a collaboration with me and George Meadows, and this is going to be massive. When I played it on my Mint Festival set, the number of people that ask for track IDs for this, when I play in clubs and on SoundCloud in the comments, it's going to be huge! Next, I've got my own release of Moxy called “Mercy Me,” that's going to be a viable release. It's a remix by Jordan Masters from Birmingham. He's another upcoming artist. It's going to be his first final release. Then I've got a track called “I'm the Joker,” and you'll hear it in New York. I've sampled an old hip/hop, bass, house kind of vibe.”

You can catch Darius Syrossian in a city nearby as he continues his tour, expanding his brand. “We’ve got Moxy Muzik at Zeti Hotel. The lineup is getting put together now. I'm also doing the Hideout Festival in Croatia, Defected Croatia. The lineup is unreal for that. In Croatia, I met so many amazing people from America.” 

When he’s in the studio or performing at a nightclub, Darius Syrossian represents the value of being an original artist and not afraid to stand out. His success from doing just that empowered and inspired other artists to do the same. More DJs and producers should do the same and not listen to their inner demons and just say the word “Moxy.” 

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Darius Syrossian Brings [Moxy Muzik] to NY

On Friday, January 21st, Darius Syrossian will bring his party concept [Moxy Muzik] to New York at The Brooklyn Monarch. For an intimate performance alongside Love & Logic will take over the popular nightclub for an unforgettable set. The event will be a unique music experience that will have dancers surrender themselves completely to the sounds of music.

Recently in 2019, Darius launched his own new project [Moxy Muzik] both a record label and party concept. Darius plays long extended sets in small intimate clubs, having dancers melt to the floor. The label’s launch saw the first release ‘Dance of the Shaman’ held the number one spot on Beatport ́s minimal deep tech charts. The release by Darius was supported by the likes of pioneers such as Derrick May on his boiler room, Laurent Garnier & many more.

[Moxy Muzik] New York

Featuring: Darius Syrossian + Love & Logic

The Brooklyn Monarch

23 Meadow, St, Brooklyn, NY

January 21, 2022

FREE Before 11 PM | 21 +

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Queen of Hardstyle Takes Over Forbidden Kingdom [Event Review]

After one year and three months, the world as we know it is finally going back to our normal lives. Festival season is finally back, and clubs are re-opening once again. The weekend of June 11th & 12th it was DJ Lady Faith’s first festival performance in over a year at Insomniac Events Forbidden Kingdom in Orlando, FL. The dubstep festival brought over 25,000k bass-heads to one location the Sunset Cove Amphitheater. Originally started in 2018 at Sunset Cove Park in Boca Raton, FL until Pasquale Rotella and his brilliant Insomniac Events team took over. Sprawling across three stages New Kingdom Stage, Village Stage, and Forbidden Stage including a smaller Dragon stage.

America’s favorite Hardstyle DJ Lady Faith was a top headliner on this year’s ballot, paving the way for more female artists to headline massive festivals. “It makes me so happy seeing other female artists on the lineup with me, I would like to see more though”. Lady Faith says on the way to the festival, we were talking to REDRUM and how it is a lot harder for female artists to gain the respect and acknowledgment they actually deserve. “It’s always a pleasure meeting other DJs” - she adds. 

Photo Credit: Josiah McDonald @josiah.mc

Making her way to the Village Stage, the crowd is amped up for some Hardstyle. Amplifying the crowd immediately by playing her remix of the legendary hit Satisfaction by Benny Benassi. There was a huge crowd at her performance, everyone was dancing and jumping to the heavy beat the entire set. “It’s a beautiful site to see to finally be back at a festival with all of you!” Lady Faith says in the microphone. You can feel the vibes everywhere from the stage to the back of the crowd, with so many smiling faces. Heat lightning flashing in the sky, people dancing in the puddles to Hardstyle. Playing her newest songs Summer cover of the 80s anthem Cruel Summer, and a remix of Brittney Spears’ Baby One More Time. 

Photo Credit: Josiah McDonald @josiah.mc

The crowd bouncing to all the Hardstyle beats such as PLUR, We The People, Supernova. Lady Faith interacting with the crowd saying this is one of the best crowds and best experiences she had at a music festival. Fists pumping with an intensity of fury to heavy-hitting beats, the crowd moving and dancing to I like to Move it. Closing out her set with her new track, Speak My Mind but not without a group photo with the crowd keeping the incredible experience forever. 

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After her set, I asked Lady Faith how did she feel being able to perform again at festivals she replies with a huge smile on her face, “I love what I do, making music and performing is my drug I don’t need anything else. Seeing everyone’s smiling faces I can’t believe how happy I am”. 

The second day, multiple people came up and said Lady Faith was their favorite set, they couldn’t stop dancing. “Hearing that is the true cherry on top,” she said with satisfaction. Lady Faith has new music and new projects in the near future, stay connected to all social and music platforms. 

Photo Credit: Josiah McDonald @josiah.mc

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