Ottawa Prog Vibes

Ottawa Prog Vibes 191 - Dimitris Palikaris (Athens, Greece)

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 191
GUEST DJ: DIMITRIS PALIKARIS (ATHENS, GREECE)
2023.02.04
 
TRACKLIST
Dimitris Palikaris - Beam of Light (Nerutto Remix)
Gai Barone - Social Dynamics (Original Mix)
Innerphonic - Galactic Trip (Alto Astral Private Mix)
BERDU - Way Out (Original Mix)
ED.E - Nobody Else (Dimitris Palikaris Remix)
Ishan (SL) - Lands With Fairy Tales
Gusti Rabago - Sama (Agustin Pietrocola Remix)
Lila Rose (UY) – Deep Sea (Original Mix)
ELECGROUND – Cosmonaut
 
This week we take a little trip to Greece to welcome an exceptional DJ/producer whose work you’ve heard several times on OPV, @dimitrispalikaris.
Electronic music producer for more than sixteen years with several releases on various labels such as A Must Have, Green Snake Recordings, Electronic Tree, Another Life Music, Stazis, Inception, Ekabeat, Soundtopia, Underground Music Records, Elastik Dimension records, Beat Block records, A & H Digital, and more....
Always looking forward always trying to produce interesting sounds. His very first track "nice memories" was played on Greece's top underground/avant garde station best FM in the section for the best mix of the month, hosted by A.M.X. Dj's like Markus Schulz, Argy, Airwave, PPK and many more... have played his tracks in their shows.

Ottawa Prog Vibes 190 - Alain M.

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 190
RESIDENT DJ: ALAIN M. (OTTAWA, CANADA)
2023.01.28
 
Tracklist
Distic – Spiral Eye
Poli Siufi – Haru (Andres Moris Remix)
Bynomic – Little Girl (Vocal Mix)
Bynomic – Little Girl (Darren Bray Remix)
Florian Gasperini – Media Luna (Ias Ferndale & Aurel den Bossa Remix)
Ocean of Emotion – Stop the Time (Greg Tomaz Remix)
Alan Cerra – Arrival (Dowden Remix)
Juan Buitrago – Beyond (Kaito Aman Remix)
Buiakas – Coup (Original Mix)
Soulmade (AR) – Ermac (Original Mix)

Mellow Prog Vibes 37 - Joe Rowe (Ottawa, Canada)

MELLOW PROG VIBES 37
GUEST DJ: JOE ROWE (OTTAWA, CANADA)
2023.01.27
 
TRACKLIST:
Adrian Schneider - In Time (Original Mix)
Otherhalf - Ancestral (Original Mix) 
Gavin Beach, Heard Right - Eventually (Alex Breitling Extended)
Felipe van Lagerback, Petra - Flaer (Original Mix)
Tim Walche - Orbit (Extended Mix)
Berat Oz - Close 2 Me (Original Mix)
DJVEDO - Astronaut (Original Mix)
Jairo Beltrami - Should (Original Mix)
NILU - Paradise (Original Mix)
Rinzen - The Alchemist (Original Mix)
LITCHI - Dances with Wolves (Extended Mix)
 
A veteran of the electronic music scene, Joe has performed at some of the top venues and events in the world, including several gigs at the Guvernment (Voted #8 Nightclub in the world), Circa (Voted 2007 #1 New Nightclub in the World), Trinity Rooms (#1 Nightclub in Ireland 3 years running), several appearances at Revolution in New York City, the World Electronic Music Festival and even the Grand Oasis in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to name a few!
These days, Joe has been busy in the studio focused on Deep House, Melodic Techno & Tech House. Having recently signed new music to both 48 Records and MK837 Records, since 2019 Joe has had 9 studio releases, including a Beatport Top 10 release, 2 Beatport Hype Top 100 placements, and an editors pick. Joe's latest release "The Pursuit of Loneliness" has seen support from some of the biggest taste makers in the scene including none other than Judge Jules!
While his taste in music has evolved over time, Joe is proud of his roots, which go back to the underground rave days of the early 2000s. Signed to Great Britain Hardstyle Records many years ago, Joe's first collaboration "Ridin' Dirty" alongside Khalid S is now featured on "The Best of Hardstyle & Jumpstyle Vol. 2" by Trance Gold Records! Known for his tight mixing skills and energy behind the decks, this 2-time DJ comp winner has been rocking dance floors for years with a career spanning over 300 gigs in 6 countries and counting!
Over the years, Joe has also had the opportunity to play alongside many of the worlds top DJs, bands and performers, including UK rock legends Nazareth, Canadian fiddler virtuoso Ashley Macisaac, Juno award winning artist Choclair, Wes Bentley from the Oscar award winning movie American Beauty, Hip Hop/Urban superstar Sean Kingston, Indy Rock sensations The Sam Roberts Band, Igor Cavalera from Sepultura, Sander Van Doorn, Showttek, Angerfist, Coone, DJ Icey, EVOLIntent, Scott Brown, Gammer, Ludachrist, Computer Club, Trooper, M.A.N.D.Y, Global DeeJays, Hatiras, Deko-ze, JELO, DJ Isaac, Luna C, The Panacea, Entity, Mat the Alien, DJ Unknown, UFO, Dutch Master, Delerium, Billy Daniel Bunter, Rob Gee, Delta 9, Stephan Grondin, Manu Le Malin, Luke Spellbound, A*S*Y*S, Impact, Nelly Fertado's tour DJ Shine, Charlie Major, The Stampeders, and Omar Santana just to name... well, a lot!!
Joe has also organized over 60 electronic music events! From his annual food drive to DFF, his yearly sold out boat cruise, and his massive party Galaxy, Joe's events were always well received and showcased a variety of DJ & Producer talent from around the world in a great party atmosphere alongside upcoming local artists! After over a decade of active promoting, Joe decided to quit throwing parties in 2017 so he could focus more on music production.
With a diverse vinyl & digital music collection, and his own productions under his belt, Joe is known as a very diverse DJ, with a passion for many different style of music. An experienced artist, Joe is known to have his own unique flare behind the decks, and is extremely comfortable in front of audiences of any size. Don't let his shy nature fool you! Time and time again, Joe transforms into a different person when behind the decks, his performance has often been the highlight of the night, a unique, immersive experience that will make an excellent addition to any lineup!

Ottawa Prog Vibes 189 - Sal Saqeb (Dubai, UAE)

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 189
GUEST DJ: SAL SAQEB (DUBAI, UAE)
2023.01.21
 
TRACKLIST
Anton Ishutin - Air (Michael A remix)
Simon Doty ft. Ursula Rucker - Hometown
Muui - Reset
Cream (PL) - Sandpo (Nicolas Rada remix)
   With Shmuel Flash - Chilling Moments (Bedrock Vocal)
Hicky & Kalo - Borealis (Nick Warren & Nicholas Rada remix )
Yannick Mueller - Trinidad
Donna Marie - Eternity
Sebastian Leger - Pamparis
Jiminy Hop - Levara
    With Atmosphere - Dancing in outer space (Acapella)
Shannon Davin & Dimuth K - Horus (Subandrio Remix )
Track ID - Track ID
Erdem Yetim - Virtuvian Man
 
Samples used:
Shmuel Flash - Chilling Moments (Bedrock Vocal mix)
Atmosphere - Dancing in outer space (Acapella)
Rauschhaus - Belt of Venus
Stereo Express – Sacramento
 
Sal Saqeb has been championing the progressive house sound as far back as 2001, beating 3000 contestants back when Virtual DJ was Atomix and launched a Global DJ competition in search of a new rising star. The following year landing runner up in the Juice Quest for Malaysia’s Best DJ in 2002.
Born in London UK, having resided in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), the U.S., Singapore and Dubai, Sal has carefully crafted his unique sound of gritty beats, groovy baselines and seamless hypnotic mixing which crafts a story in each exciting set.
His rich blend of musical tastes include heavy metal, jazz, funk, soul, hip hop and rock, and bootlegs of E.B.T.G – Missing & Sasha’s Xpander add to the ever-evolving sound of his preferred progressive selection.
Heavily influenced by the likes of Deep Dish, Sasha, John Digweed, Luke Chable and more recent Guy J, Matter, GMJ and the always consistent duo of Nick Warren and Hernan Cattaneo. Sal has landed residencies at Time in Manila, iconic S.E Asian night club, along with Delawi in K.L Bangsar, Club Seven and Club Minc in Dallas.

Ottawa Prog Vibes 188 - Matias Crespo (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 188
GUEST DJ: MATÍAS CRESPO (BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA)
2023.01.14
 
TRACKLIST
Ismaehl, Replicanth – Akasha (Original Mix)
Hicky & Kalo – Time We Spent Together
Hyunji-A – This Too Shall Pass (Hakan Ozurun Remix)
Joachim L – Hours Changed (SALAZAR (COL) Remix)
Maudlin – Trailway (Rafa’EL Remix)
Tonaco – Ancient Memories (DJ Ruby Remix)
Dowden, Ben Tauber – Pulsar (Anton Make Remix)
Lio Q – Watanable (Original Mix)
Amir Telem – Quiet Mind Blue Sky (D-Formation Remix)
UNDERHER & Anaphase – Out of Sight (Rony Seikaly Remix)
 
Matías is an Argentinian DJ and music lover who spent many years as a raver before becoming involved in organizing events. He is the founder of the event producing group Underlife.
As time went on his passion for music led him to go into DJing and producing, which he’s now pursuing on an ongoing basis. His presence has been growing.
His sets are characterized by the use of diverse musical genres, although always with a progressive unifying line, to lead people through moments of deep connection with music and dancing. He has appeared in major clubs and festivals including Niceto, Bahrein and Festival La Chacra.
 

Mellow Prog Vibes 36 - Greg Ochman (Krakow, Poland)

MELLOW PROG VIBES 36
GUEST DJ: GREG OCHMAN (KRÁKOW, POLAND)
2023.01.13
 
TRACKLIST:
Ilias Katelanos - Inner Picture
Rigooni - Ode (Greg Ochman Remix)
Beije - Before It Goes
Skarby - Nightfall (Greg Ochman Remix)
Maty Owl - Time Lapse (Alberto Hernandez (MX) Remix)
Nehli x Hena - Solstice (Greg Ochman Remix)
Ias Ferndale & Aurel den Bossa - Las Salinas
Ias Ferndale & Aurel den Bossa - Calla Roja
John Drummer - Listen to Me (Domingo + Loveclub Remix)
 
Hailing from Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, near Krákow in Poland, Grzegorz Ochman (aka Greg Ochman) has found himself touted as one of the next big things in the all-conquering world Organic House scene.
The Polish producer has had an impressive run of releases for top labels such as Lost Miracle and Radiant and his upcoming releases continues with the same standard of quality. Greg has already been featured many times in the Beatport Organic House Top 100.
He has become one of the most demanded DJ’s in his native Poland, and he has his sights set taking on the rest of the world.
Greg is a candid Colourful, mysterious Organic House dreamer that exudes freshness, crafted with style and a love for the music making.

Ottawa Prog Vibes 187 - Nishan Lee (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 187
GUEST DJ: NISHAN LEE (COLOMBO, SRI LANKA)
2023.01.07
 
As prog fans know, the Sri Lanka scene is huge and has given us lots of top-notch producers and DJ’s of which the toppest of top dogs is our friend Nishan Lee. His first set for OPV last year remains one of our most listened-to episodes - he’s back with another exclusive just for us.
For lovers of progressive electronica, this man needs no introduction. He has released countless tracks and remixes on The Soundgarden / PlattenBank Records / Beatfreak Recordings / Perfecto Records / Mango Alley / Onedotsixtwo / Juicebox Music / Soundteller Records / Movement Recordings / Asymmetric Recordings / Genesis Music / Balkan Connection Records / Massive Harmony Records / Stellar Fountain / 3rd Avenue / One Of A Kind and more.
His productions are supported by the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Paul Oakenfold, Guy J, Guy Mantzur, CID Inc, Stan Kolev, Darin Epsilon, Lonya, Marcelo Vasami, Mariano Mellino, Graziano Raffa, Nick Varon, Pole Folder, Khen, Brian CID, Stas Drive, Danny Lloyd, Li Polymer, Jelly For The Babies, Simos Tagias, Maydan, Audio Junkies, Navar, Patrick Carrera aka MUUI, Tim Penner, Amber Long, Rammo, Olivier Weiter, Paul Hazendonk, John Cosani, Subandrio, Praveen Achary name just a few.
Enjoy!

Ottawa Prog Vibes 186 - Alain M. - The 10 Best of 2022

OTTAWA PROG VIBES 186
BEST 10 OF 2022
RESIDENT DJ: ALAIN M. (OTTAWA, CANADA)
2022.12.31
 
Tracklist
John Noizz – Late Night Tereré (Original Noizz Late Drink Mix)
Rebus Project – Mantra (Original Mix)
Ross Geldart – Temple of Shroom
Ivan Baffa – Feelings (Original Mix)
KAZKO – Nightmare (Agustin Pengov Remix)
Sun Progress – Matma (Original Mix)
Martin Badder – You Give Me (Da Fresh Remix)
Dole & Kom, Johanson – Plenty of Nothing (feat. Johnson) (Olivier Weiter Remix)
Alan Cerra – Pollux (Original Mix)
Sebastian Busto - Searching
 
This being the last episode of the year, it’s time for the traditional Top 10 tracks of the year, as selected and mixed in a set by yours truly. 
During the year 2022, I played more than 700 different tracks in my radio shows and live gigs. For the Top 10 of the year, the first thing you will notice is that my list has nothing in common with the Beatport or Spotify chart toppers. I’ve always looked for the brilliant and less-known, the undiscovered gems, the ones that are passed over but still kick ass. 
I had started with a list of 24 out of those 700. Bringing it down to 10 from those 24 was a gut-wrenching process, but here it is. The 10 tracks that I most enjoyed in 2022!