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March Updates : GU 36 | HiDef Mix CD| New EP| Kany...

Ben Brown March 2009 Newsletter

*formatted from email newsletter

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Ben Brown – Chicago, USA

New Music Ben Brown Chinstroke / 151 Ben Brown, Kris B, Nosmo – La Cocina [GU] Kanye West – Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix) Smartminds – The Fix (Ben Brown Rmx) Sona – Do You Know (Ben Brown Remix) Ben Brown, Austin Azua -Night Train Classique EP Ben Brown, Nosmo, Kris B – La Cocina Ben Brown – Point Taken

Dear Friends and Fans,Thanks for opening this March update! This one’s full of good news as I’ve been busy in the studio all winter finishing up new remixes (incl. a Kanye remix), originals, and a new, officially licensed mix compilation for one of  the US’s hottest electronic music labels. Last but not least, a “Ben Brown” track is out on the latest Global Underground compilation mixed by Darren Emerson. -Ben GLOBAL UNDERGROUND 36 DARREN EMERSON : BOGOTA This one’s kind of a dream come true… getting a track licensed to my favorite mix compilation series is definitely something worth celebrating! My collaboration with Nosmo & Kris B , titled “La Cocina”  officially earned its keep when Darren Emerson asked for it to go on his latest Global Underground Mix CD. This CD is out now anywhere fine electronic dance music is sold, including iTunes I posted this on my website as well : here HiDef 001 Mixed by Ben Brown Recently finished and finally hitting the presses, I’m happy to announce that the HiDef 001 mix compilation is now available for preorder from Audio Logic Recordings. It features some great new music from some of the best in electronic music (Ricardo Tobar, Jimmy Van M, John Selway, Moonbeam, Jim Rivers, Amoeba Assasin, more) in addition to two exclusive remixes I created for the CD. Check out the tracklist and free sampler of the CD on the Audio Logic website. And the write-up on djbenbrown.com Shipping March 31st. Here’s the label write-up: With singles on labels such as Black Hole, Deep and Nine Records already under his belt, next generation artist Ben Brown is set to release his first mix compilation on Audio Logic Recordings this Spring. Ben has worked extensively with Chicago-based Audio Logic over the past year and the release of HiDef marks a new transition for the label. Alongside exclusive remixes and edits from Ben himself, HiDef delivers fresh material by Ricardo Tobar and Jamie McHugh as well as classics by the likes of Amoeba Assassin. Join us in celebrating the release of HiDef during Winter Music Conference 2009 aboard the Aqua Luxury Party Yacht on March 28. HiDef Release Party Cruise Audio Logic Recordings Aboard the Aqua Luxury Party Yacht Miami, FL Sat- March 28, 2008 Those that are heading to Miami, check out our nearly sold out Yacht Party to celebrate the release of the HiDef compilation. Audio Logic Recordings proudly presents  Blake Jarrell, Ben Brown, Christopher Manik, Chris Walsh, Seneca, Tom deLaubenfels, Topher Jones, and Tyler Hamptom aboard the 300 person Aqua Luxury Yacht in celebration of the “HiDef” 001 Mix Compilation coming out on Audio Logic March 31st, 2009. Tickets: http://www.wantickets.com/EventDetail.aspx?e_id=54812&title=HiDef_WMC_Yacht_Party__HiDef_CD_Combo More : http://djbenbrown.com/wmc-2009-audio-logic-hidef-yacht-boat-party-cruise/ Ben Brown “Chinstroke/151″ EP Ben Brown Chinstroke / 151 Previews and downloads here New 2-Track EP out on Audio Logic. Support from Jaytech, Mashtronic, Harry Lemon, Blake Jarrell,  and many more. Click here for full list of DJ support on this EP Audio Logic Write-Up: Ben Brown delivers two new additions to the Audio Logic Recordings catalog with the release of Chinstroke and 151. Ben has the support of many major artists and has not looked back since the release of Love and Solace in 2007. With Audio Logic’s first mix compilation due out soon and Ben at the wheel, his profile and support will continue to rise. Chinstroke showcases Audio Logic’s distinctive progressive sound. The track starts with slamming percussion that builds with an airy tension. Haunting melodies captivate the listener in a rage of energy as the lead filters in and out. The driving bass line creates an intense experience as the track builds and channels incredible energy. Chinstroke has a fantastic vibe that will become a favorite on dance floors across the globe. 151 is a progressive gem that sets the mood immediately and keeps the listener locked in. Ben uses an arpeggiated bass line to set the track apart and combines it with a funky melody that creates a relentless groove. 151 will raise nergy levels in an intimate room or massive festivals making 151 a versatile weapon of choice for all DJs. Listen HERE Kanye West – Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix) Kanye West – Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix) Here’s a remix I put together last fall… a nice groovey prog houser that I’m making available to everyone, no strings attached. There are free, full mp3 downloads and previews available on site. Leave a comment on the site to let me know what you think! That’s it for March… see you in Miami! -Ben Up Next MonthThe Ben Brown Podcast #1 Ben Brown remixes of D:Fuse + Mike Hiratzka , and Derek Howell Franz Ferdinand – Ulysses (Ben Brown Remix ) Free Download New Releases and  some more news. Recent Ben Brown Releases All current and future Ben Brown releases are available on Beatport and iTunes You can also check out samples of new and unreleased material on myspace or djbenbrown.com

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Chinstroke / 151 DJ Feedback + Reviews

Reviews of Chinstroke & 151

Out now on Audio Logic : http://www.beatport.com/labels/audio+logic+recordings.

Good to see some support on this EP.  Thanks to everyone.

DJ Reviews:

Andre Solaris – Wow! Ben doensn’t dissapoint. 151 is totally up my alley…dark alley. 9/10

Blake Jarrell - Chinstroke is Good Stuff! 8/10

Bs As Deep – Thanks for the EP. Both tracks are good but my favorite is 151! You have my full support 8/10

Christopher Manik – Cool tracks! 151 has an old school flavor it. Nice stuff from Ben as usual. 8/10

Flash Brothers – Supporting Chinstroke 7/10

Harry Lemon – Supporting 151. 7/10

Jaytech – Really liking both of these – thanks! 8/10

Kev O’Brien – Chinstroke is right on the money. 151 is not really my style as much, but has a big peak hour energy which I can see a lot of people liking. 4/5

Luke Porter – I love Chinstroke, fucking chunky as hell! 8/10

Mashtronic – Chinstroke is awesome. Will hammer this for sure. 9/10

Matt Rowan - Really enjoying both tunes. Big peak time stuff from Ben… well done! 8/10

Mike Hiraztka – Chinstroke is really nice, cool groove, some great sounds and as always Ben’s production is excellent. 8/10

Nico Heins – Chinstroke is a monster! The spacious, heavy groove and elusive lead makes this a peak time bomb not to be messed with! 9/10

Row – Ben delivered once again. Both tracks are great productions and Chinstroke will be in the bag for my next gigs! 9/10

Sasha Le Monnier – 151 is certainly rolling along with a rather FAT, Hypnotic sound… sweet! Chinstroke is a lovely track for warming up with… sweet stuff! 4.5 / 5

Seneca – Chinstroke is one of my favorite releases to date! 9/10

Shawn Michaels - Solid production. 151 is a BOMB! 9/10

Stefan (Progressive-World.at) – Chinstroke is awesome! Proper dance floor stuff which will manage to do some damage on the floors worldwide! 151 is amazing as well! That’s the way progressive house should sound! 9/10

The Funky Bastard - Supporting Chinstroke 7/10

Thomas Sagstad - Bouncy, I like it! Chinstroke is my choice.

Topher Jones – 151 is a really nice tune. Liked it the first time I heard it! 7/10

Tyler Hampton – Chinstroke is massive! Really groovy stuff… it will definitely get some plays from me. 9/10

More DJ Support

Spesh (Jondi & Spesh) (USA)
(Loöq Records, Loöq Radio, Qoöl, Jondi & Spesh)

“chinstroke is cool. big room house”

Chloe Harris (USA)
(further, b-sides, proton radio, litheum, machine agency, djdownload)

“Another great release from Ben.” – 4.0 / 5

DiscoJunk (USA)
(Relentless Beats, House 7340, Myst, Event Vibe, London West)

“Nice EP, Chonstroke track is good”

Chris Drifter (Hungary)
(SoundTribe Rekords, Plastic Fantastic, Existence, Pure.Fm, Danceradio.Gr)

“Ben Brown drops another bomb with this release. Love the energy behind these tracks.” – 4.5 / 5

Dirty [M] (USA)
(Solvent Entertainment, www.thebeat713.com)

“Chinstoke is absolute peak time gem” – 4.0 / 5

PaavoU (Estonia)
(www.clubeden.ee, www.clubliverpool.ee, www.djclub.ee, www.dps.ee)

“liking the parts with the weirder melodies in Chinstroke, blends nicely into the chunky parts. Nice mix of styles on 151, housey elements, trancey drive and a 303 ” – 4.5 / 5

Nosmo v Kris B (USA)
(Armada, Baroque, Nightshade Music, DI.fm, Protonradio.com)

“Chinstroke is great, rolling with a nice electro edge. ” – 4.0 / 5

Ben Coda (UK)
(Overcast, Toes in the Sand, Polytechnic Recordings)

“Another solid release from Ben Brown. Consistently badass. ” – 4.0 / 5

Ray Mack (USA)
(DI.fm, ETN.fm, Snazzy Recordings, Boilerhouse Recordings, afterhoursdjs.org, Episode Jakarta)

“Love chinstroke, techy drums and percussion while the melodies are progressive, makes it fantastic. I charted this guy this month, lets see what happens next month. Great job” – 4.5 / 5

Peter McGill (N. Ireland)
(Freaks Culture Records, Monu Digital, Twister Tunes, Forza Records)

“That chinstroke track is massive!!!” – 5.0 / 5

Roell Sapphire (Netherlands)
(Magnitude Recordings, Stuccato Fusion)

“”151″ is a bomb! with a hard driving beat and bass and some twisted sounds on top….. i love it!” – 4.5 / 5

Jim_Star (Canada)
(www.alicemanagement.com ; no sound)

“Excellent work again by Ben Brown. ” – 4.0 / 5

Aaron Lee (USA)
(Giant Squid Recordings/Ultramusique/Nightshade Records/Twenty40 Nightlife/Pure.FM)

“151..is certainly rolling along with a rather FAT, Hypnotic sound..sweet. Chinstroke lovely tracks for warming up woith..sweet stuff!” – 4.5 / 5

Sasha Le Monnier (UK)
(Source Of Gravity/Ascension Records/Nightshade Music /Balkan Connection/Pangea Recordings/Bellarine)

“Chinstroke is right on the money, niiice. 151 not really my style as much, but has a big peak hour energy which I can see a lot of people liking.” – 4.0 / 5

Kev Obrien (USA)
(Stranjj Recordings | ProgressiveHouse.com | ExposureNYC | Proton Radio )

“Great ep with some interesting tunes. Chinstroke is a nice funky piece and 151 is an upbeat tune with a trance edge to it.” – 4.0 / 5

Jehr (USA)

“Really great progressive sounds with elements of tech ! Fantastic vibe!” – 5.0 / 5

Streamteck (Ukraine)
(Dance radio Kiss FM/Club Saxon(Kyiv)/ Relax recordings/)

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Kanye West – Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix)

Kanye West – Love Lockdown

Ben Brown Remix

Kanye West - Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix)

Kanye West released remix parts for Love Lockdown in Fall 0f 2008. I picked up the remix stems up and came up with this little jam. I’d say its a groovey prog houser, but genres lines can be tricky.. definitely a little more mainstream appeal than most of my other work.

If you like it, please become a ‘fan’ on facebook or leave comments below.

Sample the Ben Brown Love Lockdown Remix:

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• Regular Quality: Kanye West – Love Lockdown (Ben Brown Remix) 128 Mp3
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Ben Brown, Nosmo, Kris B – ‘La Cocina&...

Nosmo v Kris B & Ben Brown – “La Cocina” Remixes Pt 2

Remixes by Mazi, Andrew K, Liluca, K Loud, Bedlam Knights, and Banx

Ben Brown , Nosmo, Kris B - La Cocina

Recently licensed to Global Underground 36, the “La Cocina” saga continues as Nightshade Music has put out another group of remixes to go with a group of already stellar tracks from the first pack. Included in this round is the Mazi Dubstramental, Andrew K’s Remix and Dub, and three diffrerent remixes from Liluca,  K Loud, Banx, and Bedlam Knights.

You can check out free samples of the remixes and download the tracks here at the Ben Brown Beatport Download Page.
Links:

• Nightshade Music
• Nosmo
• Kris B
• Mazi
• Andrew K

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Cat’s Meow – Chicago – Ben Brown...

Cat’s Meow Chicago

Ben Brown and Seneca

Cats Meow - Chicago - Ben Brown and Seneca

February 12, 2009

Seneca - DJ/Producer djseneca.com

Fellow DJ/Producer/Label Honcho Seneca and I will be performing live DJ sets on Thursday Feb 12, 2009 at Cat’s Meow Lounge in Chicago.  Join us as Seneca will be showcasing some great new music from his label, Audio Logic Recordings.

I will be testing out some of my newest productions as well as a few tracks off my upcoming “HiDef” Mix CD, which is coming out this April.

I had a great time a few weeks ago playing with Mazi at Cat’s Meow , so come out and join Seneca and I as we bring our unique sound to the West Town lounge.

Admission is free. 1opm-2am

Cat’s Meow || 2700 W. Chicago Ave || Chicago, IL || 773-489-6998

Links:

• Cats Meow Chicago
• Seneca
• Audio Logic

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Cat’s Meow – Chicago – Fresh Mea...

Cat’s Meow Chicago

Fresh Meat with Mazi and Ben Brown

Fresh Meat - Cat's Meow - Mazi and Ben Brown

Chicago people can check me out with Mazi  @ Cat’s Meow in Chicago. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Anyone who attends, feel free to leave a review.

• Mazi’ Myspace
• Cat’s Meow Chicago
• Fresh Meat Records