Here’s the vid from our killer boat party this past WMC.. great times, great people, great music! I had ablast.. looks like we will be able to do it again in 2010!

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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

Audio Logic Recordings

HiDef 001 Mixed by Ben Brown

HiDef 001

This past fall, Seneca Giese at Audio Logic Recordings invited me to be involved with the first in a new mix compilation series. The title of the series  stems from the series of parties we had done here in Chicago by the same name, and this first installment is an extension of those events in addition to being an expression of my personal taste in electronic dance music material.

This piece was done entirely in Ableton Live, with each track being highly edited and remixed to fit more cohesively in the entire mix. Features of each of these individual tracks appear throughout the mix.. some are obvious, some are hidden a little deeper.

The process wasn’t like a normal DJ mix; it was a much more ‘produced’ and premeditated concept. I chose the tracks that went well together before considering the flow of the mix in its entirety.  For example, the first transition completed was the last in the final mix;  the great Ricardo Tobar remix of Fairmont’s “I Need Medicine”  layered, looped, and edited over the entirety of Jamie McHugh’s beatless electronica track, “Stammer”.  Each of these ‘track-to-track’ transitions were done independently. Eventually I had good amount of larger chunks consisting of 2 or 3 tracks that were then combined into the sections which then formed the entire mix.

Moonbeam and Funky Bastard Remixes

Tyler Michaud and the New School Recordings crew approached me about a remix for the Moonbeam track in the early fall of ’08 but I had to pass on it initially. I had the samples and realized after a few weeks that the melodies and atmosphere in the track were perfect for an opening track. We got it approved for the mix and I worked it into the intro track. Turned out to be a nice chill/melancholic opener for the CD.

Listen to Moonbeam feat. Blackfeel Wite – First Night (Ben Brown Intro Mix)

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I wanted to include the original mix of TFB’s Koalas For Breakfast but just couldn’t find a way to do it justice in the mix, as it’s such a good piece of organic guitarness on it own. I knew I wanted to remix the track when I heard it and worked it into a bit more of a summery tune with more dancefloor energy for later in the mix.

Listen to The Funky Bastard – Koalas For Breakfast (Ben Brown’s Toasted Koala Remix)

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I had fun with the mix. This was my first endeavour into the official DJ Mix Compilation  world, and I’m fairly happy with the results. I hope you are too.

-B^2

HiDef 001 Tracklist

1. Moonbeam featuring Blackfeel Wite – First Night (Ben Brown Intro Mix)
2. Jimmy Van M – My Eyes featuring Steve T (2am JVM & Marc Mitchell Mix)
3. Eelke Kleijn – Dopamine Theory
4. Amoeba Assassin – Rollercoaster (KOS Remix)
5. Pete Lazonby – Wavespeech (Descent Mix)
6. Jamie McHugh – Lunar (John Selway Remix)
7. RPO & David Weed – Industry Part 2
8. Lil Dirty – Vintage (Jim Rivers Remix)
9. Elegant Universe – Hypnotized
10. Ricardo Tobar – La Otra Playa
11. Wize – Grand Voyage (TBS Remix)
12. The Funky Bastard – Koalas For Breakfast (Ben Brown’s Toasted Koalas Mix)
13. Fairmont – I Need Medicine (Ricardo Tobar Remix)
14. Jamie McHugh – Stammer

HiDef Samples and Downloads

Listen to the preview below:

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Download HiDef 001 : Ben Brown Full Preview

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Get the  HiDef 001: Ben Brown Torrent Download

Purchase HiDef 001 online: Audio Logic’s HiDef Page

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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

HiDef Party Cruise

Official Launch Party : “HiDef” Compilation by Ben Brown

Miami Winter Music Conference  2009

Audio Logic - HiDef Party Cruise - WMC 2009 Miami

Join myself and other great new talent at the 2009 Audio Logic Yacht Party on Saturday March 28th. We’ll be rocking out on the 300 person Aqua party yacht in celebration of the release of my HiDef mix compilation on Audio Logic. Its looking to be a great party! Tickets are available here

Artists Performing:

• Ben Brown
• Christopher Manik
• Seneca
• Tyler Hampton
• Topher Jones
• Chris Walsh
• Nick Stoynoff
• Tom deLaubenfels

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

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