Festival

MUTEK_10: MAY 27 TO MAY 31 | MONTREAL, QUEBEC

On April 16th we will be launching a dedicated festival website that will outline all the details in their entirety, from artist info, to travel and accommodation details, to panels and workshops.

Until then, we’ll be updating this page with new information as it comes available. Just scroll down to see the latest news about the Montreal festival, taking place between May 27th and the 31st.

Please note that individual tickets to showcases will not become available until April 17th, but early-bird FESTIVAL PASSPORTS and WEEKEND PASSES are available!

Early Bird Passports Now On Sale

MUTEK PASSPORTS and WEEKEND PASSPORTS are now on sale at the completely redesigned www.mutek.org.  This year’s passports grant attendees more showcases and live acts than ever before, including the return of the official closing showcase on Sunday night, making this the most valuable way to take in the panorama of talent that will be passing through Montreal in those intense five days.  The early-bird discount price is in effect until April 15th, so act quickly to take advantage of the savings.

For the early-bird price of $195 CDN , attendees with the MUTEK PASSPORT can enjoy access to the entire five days of programming, which this year will include all eleven showcases, as well all panel discussions and workshops.

For the price of $125 CDN , attendees with the WEEKEND PASSPORT will have access to all events between Friday, May 29th, and Sunday, May 31st – seven showcases in total.

>> CLICK HERE TO BUY MUTEK PASSPORTS <<

MUTEK_10: HARVESTING A DECADE'S WORTH OF INNOVATION

MUTEK is proud to announce the first 39 of its confirmed performers, an impressive and ambitious list that is only a taste of the more than 50 acts who are expected to perform in this singular five-day anniversary. This initial list will only grow richer and more diverse – with more names still to come – but for now we are eager to share with the public the broad contours and first tastes of what will be an unforgettable and, in our estimation, unmissable MUTEK_10:

ADAM MARSHALL (CA)
AKUFEN (CA)
ALVA NOTO (DE)
APPLEBLIM (UK)
ARTIFICIEL (CA)
ATOM TM (DE)
BRENDON MOELLER (US)
BYETONE (DE)
CARL CRAIG (US)
RYOJI IKEDA + CARSTEN NICOLAI – CYCLO. (DE/JP)
DEADBEAT & PAUL ST HILAIRE (CA/DE)
dOP (FR)
ERNESTO FERREYRA (AR)
GAS (DE)
GHISLAIN POIRIER (CA)
HERMAN KOLGEN (CA)
JAHCOOZI (DE)
JAKI LIEBEZEIT & BURNT FRIEDMAN (DE)
MALA of DIGITAL MYSTIKZ (UK)
MARTIN TÉTREAULT & MICHEL LANGEVIN of VOIVOD (CA)
MATHEW JONSON VS DANDY JACK (CA/CL)
MATT THIBIDEAU (CA)
MIKE SHANNON (CA)
MODERN DEEP LEFT QUARTET (CA)
MODERAT = MODESELEKTOR + APPARAT  (DE)
NEGO MOÇAMBIQUE (BR)
NORTEC COLLECTIVE PRESENTS BOSTICH & FUSSIBLE (MX)
NSI. (DE)
ORIGINAL HAMSTER (CL)
RICARDO VILLALOBOS & ZIP (CL/DE) – 7-hour marathon DJ set!
ROBERT HENKE & CHRISTOPHER BAUDER present ATOM (DE)
SND (UK)
STEPHEN BEAUPRÉ (CA)
THE MOLE (CA)
THOMAS FEHLMANN (DE)
tobias. (DE)
TRUS'ME (UK)
TURZI ELECTRONIC EXPERIENCE (FR)
ZOMBIE ZOMBIE (FR)

We are especially proud to be bringing ROBERT HENKE & CHRISTOPHER BAUDER ’s monumental ATOM installation to Montreal for three showings, a North American exclusive. This project is among the most ambitious undertakings of Henke’s long and distinguished career, in which he has already seen many high points as MONOLAKE and as one of the inventors of Ableton Live. ATOM features a series of compositions played on a matrix of 64 illuminated helium balloons that will be presented at the prestigious Théâtre Maisonneuve at Place des Arts.

>> CLICK HERE TO BUY MUTEK PASSPORTS <<

A SNEAK PREVIEW OF THE SHAPE OF MUTEK’S FIVE DAYS

With so many acts performing over five days and the majority of our audience coming from out of town, we also wanted to give people as much advance notice on who will be performing when, in order to help in the planning of trips.  Below are some broad strokes as to who will be performing on which day.

DAY 1 – Wednesday, May 27th

Wolfgang Voigt’s presentation of his Gas project will open the festival with a very special Canadian premiere at Montreal’s historic Monument-National Theatre.   Afterward, Herman Kolgen (one half of the multimedia duo Skoltz_Kolgen) will debut the world premiere of his new piece “Inject”. Later that night, Berlin travels to MUTEK for our first-ever CLUB TRANSMEDIALE showcase, featuring the psychotronic frequencies of France’s Zombie Zombie and Turzi Electronic Experience .

DAY 2 – Thursday, May 28th

Jaki Liebezeit and Burnt Friedman perform an exclusive North American show in the early evening, followed by an equally eclectic pairing of Quebec’s Martin Tétreault and Voivod drummer Michel Langevin . Later that night brings dubstep-driven showcases by Appleblim , Mala (Digital Mystikz), Moderat (Modeselektor + Apparat), as well as a collaboration between Deadbeat and Paul St Hilaire (formerly known as Tikiman).

DAY 3 – Friday, May 29th

Berlin’s NSI. performs in the early evening on the same bill as Sheffield’s SND and a MUTEK_10 special commission, the world premiere of “Power” by Montreal’s Artificiel . Robert Henke and Christopher Bauder present the first of three ATOM performances. Later that night MUTEK explores the international reach of digital funkiness with performances by Mexico’s Bostich and Fussible of Nortec Collective , Berlin’s Jahcoozi , Montreal’s Ghislain Poirier , Chilean Original Hamster performing with Brazil’s Nego Moçambique , and a very special Cynosure imprint showcase featuring label head Mike Shannon alongside Adam Marshall , Ernesto Ferreyra and Matt Thibideau .

DAY 4 – Saturday, May 30th

We begin with an eclectic afternoon spanning from the hypnotic dub-techno of Thomas Fehlmann to the uplifting tech-disco of The Mole, with Brendon Moeller and Trus’me performing along the way.  

Robert Henke and Christopher Bauder will present two more installments of ATOM . In the early evening, Alva Noto, AtomTM, and Byetone comprise a very special Raster-Noton showcase, as well as a rare performance by Ryoji Ikeda + Carsten Nicolai - Cyclo. Later that night, MUTEK and RESIDENT ADVISOR join forces to present Carl Craig , dOP , tobias. , and Mathew Jonson vs Dandy Jack .

DAY 5 – Sunday, May 31st

The final day starts off in the park with a very rare North American appearance by Ricardo Villalobos, who will be tagteaming on the decks for a marathon 7-hour DJ set with none other than Perlon founder and manager Zip. As if this weren’t enough, Sunday night goes back inside for a closing event that is being billed as “Canada night”, featuring the highly anticipated return of Akufen, in his first live showcase of completely new material since 2004, followed by the impossibly talented live improvisation of Modern Deep Left Quartet. Stephen Beaupré will be on hand as well, and given the sheer number of other Canadians already in town, we can only add that a few surprise appearances may pop up through the night. 

>> CLICK HERE TO BUY MUTEK PASSPORTS <<

TRANSPORTATION

Coming to Montreal from Quebec or Ontario? Going to DEMF*? Travel with VIA Rail!

VIA RAIL CANADA and MUTEK have again paired up to offer festival-goers a 50% discount on the regular adult fare in comfort class (economy) or VIA 1 class, for one-way or round trip travel to Montreal from any station in the Québec City-Windsor corridor (southern Ontario and southern Québec). This offer applies to travel between May 25 and June 1, 2008 inclusively.
You can immediately take advantage of this exceptional discount offered by VIA Rail Canada to ensure that you'll be traveling rapidly, pleasantly, and economically!

Simply go to THE VIA RAIL SITE HERE and follow the instructions on the VIA website.
This very special offer is available right now! Hurry, places are limited!!

*The Detroit Electronic Music Festival (May 23-25) and MUTEK (May 27-31) are separated by only two days this year. Those of you who are considering a full nine days of cross-border festivities now have the option of traveling from Windsor (a single bridge away from Detroit) to Montreal. A one-way trip from Windsor to Montreal will cost you as little as $99 CDN (approx. $80 US) before taxes!

Travelling to MUTEK from New York?

We've come up with several great options for you!

OPTION 1: ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR

Why not get your friends together and make it a roadtrip?  A special 10% off Enterprise NY car rentals, valid all over New York State!

To reserve, simply go to THE ENTERPRISE SITE HERE, click on the business rental tab, and enter account number 24X2201 and 3-digit pin MUT. You must use a non-debit credit card during this reservation. You must be at least 25 years old to rent a Minivan or SUV. Don't forget to check out their fleet of fuel efficient HYBRID CARS, available at select locations.

OPTION 2: AMTRAK

Take the train and get 20% off your Amtrak tickets!

To take advantage of this offer, you must book your ticket after May 22, 2009, for travel on or after May 25, 2009.  Simply go to the THE AMTRAK SITE HERE and enter the promotional code V122 during your purchase. This offer is valid for all of New York State.

This means a Mtl-NYC return trip = approx $100 US!

>> CLICK HERE TO BUY MUTEK PASSPORTS <<

Accommodation

Several of you may have noticed that the Hotel Appartements Trylon are now SOLD OUT!
Lucikly, we have several great options to suggest:

OPTION 1: QUALITY HOTEL

Enjoy one of the several special, all-inclusive Packages that will have you stay steps away from all the venues and clubs featuring this year’s events! You will also be close to countless restaurants and great Montreal sights and attractions.

MUTEK 2009 Full Festival Package:

• 5 nights in a room with 2 beds (from Wednesday, May 27 to Sunday, May 31 inclusive)
• One MUTEK Festival Passport per person, for access to all of the festival’s events
• A special MUTEK_10 gift bag (1 per person)
• Free wireless Internet access and local calls at the hotel

Package rate starts at 359.00$ * per person!

MUTEK 2009 Weekend Package:

• 3 nights in a room with 2 beds (from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31 inclusive)
• A MUTEK weekend passport for access to all of the festival’s events starting with A/Visions 3 and ending with Nocturne 5 inclusively
• A special MUTEK_10 gift bag (1 per person)
• Free wireless Internet access and local calls at the hotel

Package rate starts at 229.00 * per person!

*Rates are based on 4 people occupancy. Pricing is also available for 2 or 3 people sharing a room, please call the hotel for details. Parking is available on a first come first serve basis, at $15 per night. Package is subject to availability. Package is only valid for the festival and for the specified nights of lodging.

How to reserve?

Contact the Quality Hotel by telephone or by email, and quote the rate code LMUTEK for the Weekend Package or LMUTEK2 for the Full Festival Package.

Quality Hotel Montreal
3440 avenue du Parc
Montreal, Quebec H2X 2H5
Telephone: +1 514-849-1413
Email: cn329sd@whg.com

OPTION 2: AUBERGE LE POMEROL

Make your trip to MUTEK_10 an unforgettable one. With its refined décor, L’Auberge Le Pomerol, is a small, elegant gem situated in the heart of Montreal, right next to the Berri-UQAM subway station. This intimate Inn has 27 spacious rooms offering you personalized comfort with a refined look. Unique, cozy accommodations with a warm, welcoming and professional staff and luxurious little extras. Special rates offered to MUTEK visitors: 

• $125 CAD (approx. 75 Euro) per night in a Standard suite, single or double occupancy (Down from: $155)
• $135 CAD (approx. 81 Euro) per night in a Superior suite , single or double occupancy (Down from: $175)
• $155 CAD (approx. 93 Euro) per night in an Executive suite , single or double occupancy (Down from: $205)

Includes

• Continental breakfast delivered right to your room, or available at the dining area
• Free snaks offered between 3pm and 11pm
• High-speed wireless Internet access in the rooms
• CHECK-IN after 3pm
• CHECK-OUT by noon
• The Auberge is entirely non-smoking
• Parking available at competitive prices 

How to reserve?

Contact the Auberge Le Pomerol via their website or by telephone, mentioning that you are a MUTEK visitor to obtain the special MUTEK rates.

Auberge Le Pomerol
819, de Maisonneuve est
Montréal, Québec, H2L 1Y7
Tel: +1 514-526-5511
Fax: +1 514-523-0143
Email: info@aubergelepomerol.com
Web: aubergelepomerol.com

OPTION 3: OPUS HOTEL

Experience the MUTEK festival by staying right by all its venues! The special rate for all MUTEK visitors is $159 CAD per night (single occupancy), and $169 CAD per night (double occupancy).

Includes

• 27-inch LCD TV with integrated computer (Extenway)
• Mini-bar
• Morning newspaper
• Individual Safety Box
• Internet Access in public areas
• Laundry/Dry-cleaning Service
• Full Room Service – Food & Beverage
• Reception Service - 24 hrs
• Exercise Room
• Interior Parking ($) – Valet Service
• Animal friendly – Dogs and cats accepted for a nominal fee

How to reserve?

Contact the Opus Hotel and specify that you are traveling to Montreal for MUTEK in order to obtain our special rate.

Opus Hotel
10, rue Sherbrooke ouest
Montréal (Québec) H2X 4C9
Tel: +1 514-843-6000
Toll free: +1 866-744-6346
Email: info@opusmontreal.com

OPTION 4: COUCHSURFING

Looking for the most low-budget option out there? Couchsurfing puts you in touch with people offering to share their couches around the world. There’s a big Montreal community online! More info at couchsurfing.com

OPTION 5: TOURISME MONTREAL

If none of these other options meet your needs, you can consult the Tourisme Montreal website, or call them to obtain information on many more accommodation options in the city. More info at tourismemontreal.org

Montreal: +1 514-873-2015 
(Toll free Canada and US): 1 877 266-5687 
(Toll free France): 0 800 90 77 77
(Toll free Belgium): 0 800 78 532