In light of the recent Beatport release of Microcastle Music's "Regular Fellas" EP, Jacob Henry invites you to join him at Vango Lounge & Skybar, a beautiful DJ venue (and restaurant) in the Rittenhouse Sq. District of Center City, Philadelphia (18th/Sansom). Also on the bill -- Washington DC-based duo Royce Haven & Mike Haddad -- who have had huge success on Beatport the past few years as producers (using their own names, as well as the Sheeple alias w/ Dave Cortex), DJ's (great guest mixes of late on both Proton and Frisky Radio) and label managers (Witty Tunes).
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Jacob Henry w/ Royce Haven & Mike Haddad
In association w/ Microcastle Music, Silk Music Publishing, Witty Tunes, & Proton Radio
Pres.
"Regular Fellas" Release Party
For its second release, microCastle Music presents a new EP by Philadelphia-based DJ and producer, Jacob Henry. The Original Mix is a tech-prog journey through the middle of a turbulent city landscape: The haunting vocal stabs, municipal effects, and ominous pads paint a portrait of a Gotham-like metropolis quickly spiralling out of control. Peter Martin’s Cinematic mix accentuates this mood; a sprawling progressive interpretation with a gorgeous musical breakdown and a classy timeless feel that peaks with an atmospheric, swirling, effects-laden climax that is truly unforgettable. Next up is Peter’s microClub Dub which retains the wicked groove of his Cinematic mix but is stripped down and shortened making it more accessible to a broader range of club dancefloors. Early DJ support for Peter’s mixes comes from Hernan Cattaneo who has been dropping both versions for the past month now with great success. Glide, whose "Cassini" was an album highlight
of Nick Warren's celebrated Global Underground 35: Lima compilation, provides a more laid back tech house take with an extended beatless introduction and a great hypnotic groove throughout -- sure to kick off any deep prog DJ set on the right foot. One of the hottest and fastest rising stars in the progressive dance scene…Ad Brown (Black Hole) provides the next interpretation. His mix is the most upbeat and melodic take, while still retaining the spirit of the original in the sample-infused breakdown. Recent Ad Brown productions have been supported by Nick Warren and played on Radio 1. Finally, fellow UK producer Stallos provides a similar rendering to the original, with shuffling rhythms, disorienting vocal hits, and of course, a dirty tech bassline. Recent Stallos productions have been featured on the 16 Bit Lolita’s Warung Brazil CD on Hope.
Feedback:
Hernan Cattaneo (Renaissance, Bedrock)
-Peter’s mixes are great! Will be playing these!
Cid Inc (Mashtronic, Global Underground, Bedrock, Dyami, Groove Collection, Tolerant, Epsilon Trax)
-Another stormer from recently launched microCastle. Peter Martin microClub Dub and Ad Browns mix will get my full support. 9/10
Derek Howell (Master Lux Co., microCastle, GU, Proton Music, Bedrock, Hope, Groove Collection)
-Fantastic release here. Very well rounded. I can play several of these. 10/10
Eelke Kleijn (GU / Audio Therapy / Outside the Box Music)
-like the remixes! 7.5/10
Dibby Dougherty (Yello Resident//Baroque/Proton)
-Glides remix will suit the start of my sets, chilled hypnotic house, very cool remix! 7.5/10
Jose Maria Ramon (Ibiza Global Radio)
-Ad Brown is perfect for airplay on Ibiza Global Radio and i´ll try it at Space Ibiza Opening on the terrace! 9/10
Andy Newland (Bedrock, Ministry of Sound, Twisted Audio, Renaissance, Baroque, Bellarine)
-Great release hard to pick a favourite! 8/10
Darin Epsilon (Perfecto, Lost Angeles, DI.fm, Proton, Curvve, Groovecollection, Inkfish, System Recordings, Balance)
-microCastle goes from strength to strength. Their last promo by Peter Martin was an impressive first release. I'm digging the Original and Ad Brown mixes on this follow up package 7/10
Matt Rowan (Baroque, Proton, Hope)
-Cool tunes from Ad Brown and Stallos. Enjoying both remixes here! 7/10
Kris B (Armada, Baroque, GU, Nightshade Music, DI.fm)
-nice driving groove, Ad Brown, Stallos & microclub mixes pump nicely, great clubby vibe! 9/10
Cassino & Laben (Proton, microCastle, Dual Musik)
-All the tracks are nice, Ad Brown Mix has something more, full support from us!!!! 8/10
James Warren (Global Underground, Baroque, Triptik, Polytechnic Recordings)
-Top release. Support for Ad Brown with its funky groove and Peter Martin with its melodic overlays, but all have something to offer! 8/10
Zack Roth (Cloudbreak Recordings,NYC)
-Another awesome release from Jake. I especially like the Ad Brown remix. Will be rocking that one out for awhile. 9/10
Parham (Unfokused Music)
-Like the Glide mix, Peter Martin’s microClub Dub is cool too! 7.5/10
Hisham Zahran (Proton Radio/Dyami Records)
-Will be playing the Stallos mix ..thanx! 8/10
Kassey Voorn (Epsilon Trax, Frisky, microCastle, Low Battery)
-Peter's remixes are my picks here! not really feeling the rest of the mixes, but I like the atmosphere in Ad's remix. 8/10
Peter McGill (Freaks Culture Records, Monu Digital, Twister Tunes, Forza)
-Strong pads in Ad Brown's mix. All the mixes are great but will favor Brown's remix! 8/10
Chris Drifter (SoundTribe Rekords, Plastic Fantastic, Existence, Pure.Fm, Danceradio.Gr)
-Feel the original and the Ad Brown Remix 8/10
Airillusions (Vandit, LuPS, Proton, Mistique, Bellarine, Navigation, Sense.fm)
-Good stuff here, I like the original as well as Peter Martin's Cinematic Mix. Ad Brown's remix is also cool! 8/10
Roell Sapphire (Magnitude Recordings, Stuccato Fusion)
-strong release from microCastle again. All mixes are really good. Original is kickin ass, Ad Brown mix is funky and Stallos is a genius with all those sneaky edits he does! 10/10
Kev Obrien (Stranjj Recordings | ProgressiveHouse.com | ExposureNYC | Proton Radi
-This is top-notch all the way around. The Ad Brown and Stallos remixes are most noteworthy for me, great subby interpretations that tread the line between tech and progressive house. Consideration for June chart and full support 9/10
Dingle (Baroque/Bellarine/Airport Route/Kickroach/Bonzai Limited)
-Brilliant stuff , love the Peter Martin Cinematic mix and Ad’s mix :) 8/10
Spesh (Jondi & Spesh, Loöq Records, Loöq Radio, Qoöl)
-Dig the stripped-down Stallos mix with its juxtaposition of a bouncy deep groove with a light, fun melody. Should keep listeners & dancers interested! 8/10
Niko Fantin (Frisky Records, Frisky Radio, microCastle, Restart, Emote Music, Balkan)
-Great Release, full support! Peter Martin microClub Dub Mix is ace! 9/10
Liquid Todd (Sirius XM Radio)
-Hard to say. I like the original mix, Ad Brown AND Stallos mix. Great release. Beautiful songs for getting the dancefloor moving early. Wish I had a dozen like this! 9/10
DJ Amor (Bodyjack.org)
-Glide mix is an excelent afterhours track.. Spooky deep with nice groove! 10/10
Xaric (Sense FM / Pure Fm / Jenny Fm / Stripped Rec / Atlant Digital)
-All mixes are good but The Peter Martin microClub Dub is huuuuuuuge! Groovy, dark. Congratz! 8/10
Sasha Le Monnier (Source Of Gravity/Ascension Records/Nightshade Music /Balkan Connection/Pangea Recordings/Bellarine)
-Nice original, also the remixes are nicely done...sweet promo! 8/10
s007ii – subroutine (ProgressiveHouse.com / RK2 Podcast / 1mixRadio(UK) / Underground Radio)
-Killer EP. The Original is just tweaked. The others are plain sick. 9/10
Aaron Lee (Giant Squid Recordings/Ultramusique/Nightshade Records/Twenty40 Nightlife/Pure.FM)
-Lots of cool remixes on this release. Deep, techy, and well produced...will support! 8/10
Steve Marx (Reticent Radio, Reticent Recordings, Only Records, MOS)
-Really like the Ad brown mix and the Glide mix! 8/10
Jehr (Tribal Vision)
-Absolutely wicked. Full support! 10/10
f.L.u.X (Classic Corner Headquarters South Africa)
-Fantastic release with exellent mixes across the board. The production from all the mixes is consistant with pure brilliance. This is one of those tracks that will be a pefect representation as to what was going on with music in 2009! 10/10
Jacob Henry
Royce Haven & Mike Haddad Bio:
"When I met Mike & Royce a few years ago, they were DJ's like so many others. These days, what sets him apart is his ability to produce excellent music. Their label, Witty Tunes, is highly respected in the industry, and I have no doubt that they will continue to excel."
-Dr.Kucho (Spain)
Based in Washington, DC, Mike & Royce have traveled and played in prestigious clubs throughout the world, such as in Boston, New York, Miami, Connecticut, South America, and Europe. Their last remix on Saeed Younan's label charted in the top 10 downloads on http://www.beatport.com in August 2008.
They continues to headline and play alongside some of the world's best DJs, such as: Desyn Masiello, Satoshi Tomiie, Scumfrog, Dr.Kucho, Jimmy Van M, Steve Porter, Behrouz, Luke Fair, Saeed Younan, Max Graham, Bush II Bush, Dubfire, Chris Fortier, Paolo Mojo and many more.
Royce & Mike's record label, Witty Tunes, has featured a track on 16 Bit Lolita's Global Compilation: Warung, released in November 2008. Witty Tunes also charted in the top 10 downloads on http://www.beatport.com/ in November 2008 for an Interplay Remix by Shik Stylko. Forthcoming tracks on the label to include: Satoshi Fumi, Dr.Kucho, Shik Stylko, Budai & Vic, Quarrel, Luke Fair, Latenta Project, Adam Byrd, Emjae, Karol XVII & MB Valence, and Solila.
Their productions, which include Witty Tunes and Sheeple, have garnered support from: Pablo Ceballos, Dr.Kucho, Bush II Bush, Kris Menace, Miss Nine, Ricky Ryan, Stryke, Saeed Younan, James Zabiela, Luke Fair, Behrouz, Jody Wisternoff (Way Out West), Shik Stylko, Darren Emerson, Matt Rowan, Satoshi Fumi, Artego, Sebastien Davidson, Memo Insua, Slytek, Add2Basket, Desyn Masiello (SOS), Demi (SOS), Steve Mill, Shafunkers, 16 Bit Lolitas, Emjae, Latenta Project, Gabriel Sordo (Somnus Corp), Tom Morgan, and Electrobios.
BradMiller
Gonna be a kick ass show!
zizack
Awesome stuff Jake. Congrats again on the release. I obviously can't say enough how much I love that damn Ad Brown remix. :)
DJ Eco
Congrats, you got some pretty big names supporting this one!
Ali Mahmud
Congrats again Jake, keep it up. I knew this track was going to be good, when I heard you working on it. The remixes are great.
kadomony
great track and gonna be a great party with the Witty guys ;D
Jacob Henry
Some really kind comments, here -- thanks everyone.
quote:
Originally posted by zizack
I obviously can't say enough how much I love that damn Ad Brown remix. :)
You mean this remix? ;)
sot
congrats man.
big things.
btw, where's my promo? :p
Jacob Henry
Received a few e-mails about the vocal samples in the track -- all taken from this clip (incidentally, I noticed that this film was mentioned a few times in the TA favorite movie poll):
