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We've opened the vaults!
After a stellar 10th edition, we're continuing to explore the time capsule we keep here at MUTEK headquarters by sharing some of our favourite live recordings from over the past decade. If you're curious as to who we might have in store, just click over to MACROMUTEK for a list of everyone who's ever played a MUTEK stage anywhere in the world, and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast!
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Loscil MUTEKLIVE035
June 6, 2004 // LIVE IN MONTREAL
This marks Vancouver-based Loscil's first MUTEK appearance. Working in ultra-minimalistic electronic dub, his ambient creations have been presented through numerous releases on Chicago's Kranky label, as well as on compilations on labels such as Idol Tryouts and Ghostly International. With his gentle, low-key downtempo, Loscil's 2004 performance marked the beginning of the closing night at MUTEK in 2004.
Barem MUTEKLIVE034
May 30, 2008 // LIVE IN MONTREAL
Mauricio Barembuem (aka Barem) is one of the new emerging talents of Latin American techno. Barem's productions are based on a characteristic groove made up of synthetic samples, analogue elements and hypnotic basslines, although like most Latin American artists he never misses the chance to integrate rhythmic flourishes. This MUTEK 2008 performance marked the Canadian debut for Barem.
Cam MUTEKLIVE033
June 1, 2001 // LIVE IN MONTREAL
To start off the new year we have a podcast dating back to the early days of MUTEK. Performing as part of seminal record label Traum, France's Philippe Cam brought his intimate knowledge of contemporary electronic music to the festival. Exploring serial techno and cinematographic currents, his contemplative music is the perfect way to slide back into the grind after the holidays.
Sutekh MUTEKLIVE032
June 3, 2007 // Live in Montreal
Highly sought-after for his productions, remixes, and performances, Sutekh is an artist that constantly pushes the limits of his sound. While not his first appearance at MUTEK, Sutekh's 2007 performance at the MUTEK@Piknic event was a very memorable one. Sit back and enjoy his excellent performance and sense of humour, a good break from all the holiday medleys out there right now.
Lusine MUTEKLIVE031
May 30, 2009 // Live in Montreal
Lusine performed in the intimate Savoy room of the Metropolis, as part of a Decibel festival showcase. Producing music for over 10 years now, with steady releases on Ghostly International as well as on numerous compilations, Lusine's style embodies warm, melodic as well as abstract compositions. His last MUTEK performance came right before the release of his fantastic new full-length, A Certain Distance, in September 2009, and concordantly gives you a nice taste of what the producer's latest offering is all about.
Rechenzentrum MUTEKLIVE030
May 31, 2001 // LIVE IN MONTREAL
This is the first of several enchanting MUTEK appearances of Germany's Rechenzentrum. The audiovisual duo of Lillevaen (visuals) and Marc Weiser (music) have, over the course of ten years, created a reputation based on their modern soundtracks of depth and austerity that are expertly blended with atmospheric and rhythmic visual narratives.
Farben MUTEKLIVE029
June 1, 2002 // LIVE IN MONTREAL
Farben is one of the many monikers used by Germany's Jan Jelinek. Characterized by deep basslines and using cuts from early jazz and rock recordings, Farben expertly combines a funky style with clicky, glitchy beats. This set documents his first appearance at MUTEK, in a densely-packed night that included other minimal heavyweights such as Losoul, Ben Nevile, Luomo and Ricardo Villalobos.
Brendon Moeller MUTEKLIVE028
May 30, 2009 // Live in Montreal
Coming back again Saturday's PIKNIC 1 at MUTEK_10, we come to New York-based Brendon Moeller's stellar and very memorable mix. Another highlight for the team this year, Moeller artfully blended influences such as dub, techno, jazz, and, of course, baaaass in a set that really got the crowd moving.
Brendon was kind enough to provide us with a few words about his set at MUTEK, complete with a tracklisting for those that want to dig deeper:
Pilooski MUTEKMIX005
May 27, 2009 // DJ SET IN MONTREAL
Taking a little break from minimal, we dip into the world of disco, with Parisian re-edit master Pilooski. As the final act of MUTEK_10's Wednesday night Nocturne, Pilooski was the perfect foil for the playful atmosphere there - audience in coloured jumpers, making blue paper airplanes, playing 4-way table tennis all in yellow, or stepping into the red-room with projected moving targets taunting players sporting suction cup guns. Sounds confusing? Well, Pilooski held it all together with his old disco gems redone with a smooth electro sheen.
Ernesto Ferreyra MUTEKLIVE027
May 29, 2009 // Live in Montreal
Rewinding to MUTEK_10's Friday night Nocturne, we venture into the intimate Savoy room of the Metropolis, where the Cynosure label was out celebrating its own 10th anniversary in full force. Those who were fortunate enough to cram their way in undoubtedly remember this as a night of relentless partying, sweat-on-the-walls dancing, and general minimal mayhem. Celebrating the label that helped propel his brand of techno to a larger audience, Ernesto brought his unique mix of Latin influences and Northern minimalism to a very appreciative crowd.
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