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Dig is the only weed I love 
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| Originally posted by Chad White Dig is the only weed I love |
In 2006, there is only one party that realy stands out for me and its Digweed at Dragonfly. The music that night was unbelievble. I simply never heard anything like it from anyone.
Digweed's style is great. I actualy used not like it (or not understand it). But now that i do, i realy appriciate it. Its Art. Its not just dance music its also music for your mind.
I cant say anything about his old style since i have only heard several sets of Sasha and Digweed circa 1999 - 2002, and never got to experiance it live. But right now, he is one his own level of prefection.
I simply cannot wait for him to return so that i can see him again.
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| Originally posted by Turntabulls i saw digweed at both Dragonfly, and at Labour of Love. I have to say he's an amazing producer and DJ. His set at Dragonfly was MUCH different than the one at Guvy. I think he only played like 3 of the same tracks.. which in my opinion is quite nice. A very versitile DJ depending on the crowd. i still give two thumbs up for Mr. Digweed |
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| Originally posted by slingshot I'm not sure you chose your words right Chris. Although it probably wasn't in your taste...in terms of dj skills and technical ability what Digweed was doing, and always does, was in fact extrodinairy. From a technical perspective what the man delivers night in and night out is extraordinairy. His ability is pretty much unmatched in the DJ world. |
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| Originally posted by EvilTree he doesn't play a lot of party house tunes. |
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| Originally posted by Dj Smitty20 not true! Sometimes I love him, other times I can't fucking stand what he's doing behind those decks. When he's on though, he's definitely on but that is entirely subjective to what your tastes are. I like his darker, more progressive side but recently, he's been more into the techy stuff that I don't really care for. So...maybe number 2? I dont know. and, by Digweed being good, I mean July 2005 Essential Mix good. That shit just doesn't get old. |
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| Originally posted by _EuG_ Digweed's style is great. I actualy used not like it (or not understand it). But now that i do, i realy appriciate it. Its Art. Its not just dance music its also music for your mind. |
Love him, always have. His mixing is absolutely flawless.
Frankly I can't wait for Diggers to return to Toronto.
It's going to be a wonderful reunion.
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| Originally posted by rabbitjoker Frankly I can't wait for Diggers to return to Toronto. It's going to be a wonderful reunion. |
He isn't fun to watch behind the decks....but damn he's something else to listen to.
His two recent Transitions mix cds are phenominal! I can't get enough of Vol. 2
He's got such a high quality standard for every mix cd he does
he is letting it loose!
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| Originally posted by shanny Digweed made more of an impression on me than any other DJ last year except maybe Steve Lawler. |
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| Originally posted by rabbitjoker Frankly I can't wait for Diggers to return to Toronto. |
Some interesting reviews (mostly positive) on Digweed's set at Pacha NYC on Saturday...
Posted by fr0st (Brooklyn, NY):
"...Now I have only seen digweed 10 or so times where as ive seen sasha 20+ times. For the most part digweed has been really consistent where sasha has not. Last time I saw digweed he was really great, but didnt blow me away. Last night he totaly blew me away, he was totaly rocking 3 cdj's he seem to have made some sort of loop cd with basslines, effects, breakdowns etc. It allowed him to give his entire set some sort of conformity through out his set. The breakdown pad/woosh/drum thing he used through out the night was sick sick sick..."
http://www.tranceaddict.com/forums/...40&pagenumber=1
I've been a long time fan of Digger. The guy's skill are undeniable, but I can definitley see why some people don't get him or find him boring. Although he does have the ability to rock it out and throw down a pumping set, for the most part he's a DJ that likes to fuck with your head. His style consists of various contrasts that go from one extreme to another with perfect flow and still maintains that 'journey' feel that most DJs these days have no clue about. I gotta say tho, his style is a little demanding at times, and you have to be in the mood for Digger to truly appreciate him. I've had tons of times when I would listen to a set or compilation by him and just hate it the first time, but after another 2 times hearing it I'd end up loving it. I think the guy is a dying breed, and to some extent going out of style...at least here in Toronto where its all about the banging beats.
As for if he still has it or not, I kind of stopped following him during 2005, wasn't too impressed with the type of music he was playing, or maybe just the music back then in general. Although, after not really listening to him for months I came across Transitions Vol. 1, and it is probably one of the best compilations he has ever done to date. Too bad Vol 2 was a flop heh.
Sounds like this Digweed is quite the fellow.
Digweed is STILL primo, no doubt imo
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| Originally posted by Jem_hadar Thats very similar to how I feel about Johan Gielen, as an aside. I get it (and LOVE it), but I dont think many other ppl (here) do [/sidenote offtopic] |
Digweed was one of my first inspiration in EDM , no wonder the guy got the skills ,He's the man ...but except the last LOL every time i seen him live his sets was boring , & one more thing i dont really like about him in a live performance is that he doesnt have that connection with the crowed ...
I don't really dig his radio show mixes, but I'll tell you one thing, he blew me out of the fucking water at Dragonfly.
That's quite remarkable in itself, because I wasn't even standing in any water, nor was there any water nearby that was fucking (to my knowledge). So if you think about it, he actually had to find some water, make it fuck, blow me into it, blow me out of it, and then hide the water, all while spinning a killer set.
So, whether you were there or not, you can't help but give the man a heap of praise.
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| Originally posted by DigitalMP That's quite remarkable in itself, because I wasn't even standing in any water, nor was there any water nearby that was fucking (to my knowledge). So if you think about it, he actually had to find some water, make it fuck, blow me into it, blow me out of it, and then hide the water, all while spinning a killer set. |
quite honestly...
his scope of work is truly expansive.
for me, Diggers will always be one of the best...
even though, i did, like many of you..loose him
in 2004-2005.
Quite simply, if you did a little bit of research on the founder of Bedrock records, you will be blown through the roof, at his accomplishments, not just as a DJ, but producer and music savant!
From the early Renaissance parties in England (circa 1990-92) through to his northern exposure, cream, bedrock, delta heavy,...the man is a reinventor...having to re-invent his sound & style again and again...
as a DJ whose career spans almost 25 years now (if not more) you would have to assume spinning bangin progressive or tech-house soon wears off..and the concept of DJing/Sound begins to morph into an art form very few can achieve, as only experience can give you that.
Does he loose the impact of a dancefloor when sometimes going off into these avenues, sure. Is that his intention..yes. You are going to see an artist and DJ. Those who go to see Digweed now, should expect that. Otherwise..stay home, listen to his old essential mixes.
NEVER BETTER.
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| Originally posted by Cro_Addict what the hell are u on? |
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