LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT “RE-OPENING” NIGHT FRIDAY 13 APRIL

SUPERSPORT (MAIN ROOM) RICK SHIVER (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) TODD TERJE (NORWAY / ) DIXON (GERMANY / INNERVISIONS) CHRISTOPH LEFROG (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT)

LIBERTINE (CAFE) A.N.D.Y. (BE/LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) MICKEY (BE/LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) PUNKS JUMP UP (UK/KITSUNE) ATTAR! (BE/LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) MICKEY TODD TERJE (BE / SMILE RECORDINGS) (NORMWAY / SMALLTOWN SUPERSOUND

At an early age Mickey already got hooked to the more interesting sounds of the 60’, 70’s and Following a string of celebrated releases leaning on everything from kitschy euro sounds to 80’s, never losing track of all the hot music that is being released today. Some 10 years ago deep funk and latin jazz, the relatively new to the scene Todd Terje has already made his he decided to start producing his own sounds and this soon led to his first release on Relish mark within dance music circuits. Gems such as the cheese monster “Eurodans” and the latin Records. Being charted by The Magician in his ‘Magictapes’ has helped put the spotlight on -fuelled edit of Jacko’s “Can’t Help it” under his Tangoterje edit-moniker instantly made Mickey in recent years. DJ bookings over Belgium and beyond followed, highlights being gigs industry types and clubbers alike go bananas, and whatever the 25 year old Norwegian puts his in New York (Nouveau York Party), Hollywood (Dim Mak Studio), China & Australia, whilst fingers on, it always comes out with that crucial blend of musicality and playfulness. landing a Belgian residency at Libertine Supersport club in Brussels. As a producer Mickey has fast become a force of his own. Playing all instruments himself Growing up in the rural village of Mjøndalen, dance music influences were scarce, and no, Mickey has already done some song writing for other bands and continues there was never any Diskoklubb there. Not a lot of obscure disco or acid to grow as a producer. After his first E.P. he surprised the world with killer house in his milk either. However, during the early/mid nineties dance culture remixes for Housse de Racket on Kitsune, Headman, Tyson & Beni (on sneaked it way into even the most remote parts of Norway, thanks to the Modular). Recently he released an E.P. on the influential Belgian Smile label popularity of acts like the Prodigy and national radio stations filling prime and he is already working on a follow-up for that one. time slots with underground jocks Olle Abstract and Pål “Strangefruit” Nyhus. On the more personal level, Terje’s sister was a close friend of the late Tore Both as a producer and as a DJ Mickey’s sound is a combination of house, “Erot” Kroknes, and the tapes she brought home to the young Terje became pop, disco and a lot more. Mickey, a sound you need to discover! a major source of inspiration. Playing around in his early teens on a crap PC together with his mate Dølle Jølle, Terje made his first attempts on house and jungle, which they played from cassette tapes on junior high school-dances. Maybe too young for old music back then, Terje reckoned that disco was all a bit silly - until Bjørn Torske’s “Sexy Disco” caught his ears in 1999.

Training to become a pianist Terje enrolled at a local music school, but to his disappointment there wasn’t much jazz being taught there. Gradually leaving the musical career path, he later moved on to studying physics at the University of Oslo. Although not longer aspiring to become a pianist, he was by no means over music. In 2001 Terje got in touch with Prins Thomas, who was at the time working at HS Records in Oslo. Thomas soon recognized his potential, and helped pushing Terje in the right directions. Oslo is a small place where like minded folks tend to join forces, and with his thorough musical understanding and nerdy like interest in old and new records spanning from that new Idjut Boys 12” to experimental synth bands very few of us have ever heard of, he soon became one of the key players on the Oslo electronic disco scene. Besides working on his own projects, Terje’s played on some of Prins Thomas’ tracks, and not to mention his remix of the Lindstrøm 12” “Another Station”.

Is it house, funk, techno or disco? Terje is speaks of catchy rhythms, dubby sounds, dreamy synth layers, cinematic moods, a playful approach and searching for that one nerve when asked to describe his music, and the resistance to being pigeonholed is obvious. His next ambition is to make a concept album ala Voyage’s first “around-the-world” release, if he can find time between other projects, studies and DJ gigs. Terje has already played around Europe, and is looking forward to gigs in Japan and NYC this summer. “I both like playing big room/macho style, but at the same time it’s the girls I play for really. So I guess it’s a mixture of high octane, leather homo-disco done up with mambo, coconuts and lipstick”. Definitely one to look out for. compiled and mixed the off limits compilations, DIXON which became very popular and introduced his PUNKS JUMP UP impeccable style of mixing to a public reception way (GERMANY/INNERVISIONS) beyond that of those who had already heard him play (UK/KITSUNE) in a club context. Later he branched out to even more success by doing a highly influential mix compilation for the get physical label’s body language series, a mix The story so far: When Dixon entered the Berlin club circuit in the cd that has inspired people all over the world. These early 90’s, he established his name on the strength releases were intended to show the sincere dedication Punks Jump Up came together in London a few years back. Joe, a born & bred Londoner & of djing. Back then, confidence or experience Dixon has to his profession, and they evidentially do. David, a Swede just off the boat, had bumped into each other on several occasions, mainly based on putting out mixes in the internet did not However decided Dixon was to follow the occasions that had to do with music, style & anything visual that looked cool. They both come matter as much as it does now. You had to do your path of his choice throughout his career, he certainly from a background of punk & dance music, street art, fashion & style all wrapped up in DIY practice, of course, but when your thing was good was not insistent on travelling alone. He used events ethos. and tight enough to take it to the clubs, there were to introduce foreign djs to Berlin crowds, raised his The first Punks Jump Up EP - Be You (Beep Beep) on their own Cassette Records created a opportunities to do so. But those opportunities meant profile by providing memorable support slots in the minor storm on the DIY dance scene in London and beyond and was played by the now lords responsibilities. A residency did not mean playing the process, and contacts were made. He got to know of dance James Murphy & . It got represented on BBC1 as Annie Mac & Chris same club every likeminded souls from all over the globe, and he Coco played the track to death. All this with no promotion - no pr. once in a while, it travelled abroad himself, and his reputation grew The Cassette Label released a handful of EPs by artists & remixers like meant playing the further. Meanwhile back home, he made bonds with Simian Mobile Disco & Zongamin.The second Punks Jump Up track to same club every and became involved with their vibrant be released was Dance To Our Disco on the Kitsune label in Paris. This week. The crowd Sonar Kollektiv label. Never the one to shy away turned into an instant underground hit. The track features the mysterious did not consist of from challenge, Dixon made his first forayinto label guest vocalist Chalk Jaxon from Sweden (who according to some people is people that wander and A & R work with running Sonar Kollektiv’s Howling Pelle from The Hives, this is a rumor yet to be confirmed). in and out of club sublabel Recreation Recordings, where he set up a nights and its guest testing ground for his personal view on house. He Earlier this year they released their acclaimed track Blockhead, a heavily djs as the weekly introduced âme in the process, two comrades from percussive dance music number. It was also released on Kitsune and hype commanded the traditionally strong deep house scene of southern featured remixes by Zombie Nation & Hey Today! among others. It them, it consisted Germany, whom he brought to the Sonar Kollektiv received enormous acclaim from the disco/electro/dance fraternity and was of people which stable, only to observe that they pulled in the kudos played by DJs like Mylo, Andy George (BBC1), Tiga and eh... David Guetta headed straight to for their music very quickly. !!! a certain club night In 2005, the reign of minimal sounds in Clubland Blockhead was also played all through 2010/11 by 2ManyDJ’s as a part because they were was gaining momentum as much as house lost it, and of their Under The Covers tour, with the distinctive animations that sure its resident dj more sooner than later Dixon came to the conclusion accompanied each track. Punks Jump Up have always been into making would deliver the that there had to be a way to maintain his preferred music with a rough edge but with a good hook. PJU love the underground, goods this week as sound while so many djs and artists were reducing the cutting edge DIY scene but has never shied away from a good melody. he did last week, musical ingredients of their output. The choice was They have proven this by remixing acts like Gossip, Crystal Castles, Lykke and the next weeks simply either to adapt or to rebuild. Dixon decided for Li, Chromeo, Kele, Miike Snow, Robyn, Tiga, Yelle, Peter Bjorn & John, to come. As long the latter and took the next step with another Sonar Ladytron, Supermen Lovers, In Flagranti, Joakim & Housse De Racket and as that happened, Kollektiv sublabel called Innervisions, which he all turning their songs into very distinctive dance floor gems. there was no need founded with Âme. It was clear from the beginning to move on. that this label was intended to make a difference, In between the constant touring to pretty much every country in Europe, In such a context, there is no way to learn quicker and it was clear from the beginning that all the Australia, Chile, Brazil, Mexico, Hong Kong, Jakarta & Singapore they have been relentlessly how to become a very good dj than by making people connections Dixon made with likeminded souls working on new music. 2011 was a very busy year for PJU.In July they released the track dance throughout a set that lasts the whole night, should come into fruition with it. It was a platform Chimes pt 1, a driving & anthemic disco track, on the kleinTanz, an offshoot to the prolific on a very regular basis. If you can’t hold the crowd that was thought of to keep up the house tradition all Klein Records. Chimes pt 1 was a big success & entered the official German Club chart at for hours then, you fall through. It is learning by those involved stayed so faithful to over the years, but number 11. doing, the hard way. Dixon did not only learn very it was also thought of to breathe some fresh air into it. The next release from Punks Jump Up is a track called Get Down (Special CCCrash Mixxx), quickly, he loved every moment of it. Starting out And so it did. Dixon’s famous rework of Tokyo Black which PJU describes as their modern homage to Prince, Trax Records & Yello. It will be low, slow, unfolding the flow, working towards a peak, Star’s Blade Dancer knocked on the door, and already released on Kitsune in Jan -11 with remixes from Alex Gopher, Deadstock 33s, JBAG, Zero then working towards another, turning up, turning the second release, Âme’s future classic Rej EP, was Cash & Fare Soldi. down, to find the exact point from which to swing breaking right through it. While being developed Get Down (Special CCCrash Mixxx) also features on the Gildas Kitsune Club Night Mix pt moods, to find the perfect way to end what should on the back of a longstanding tradition, Innervisions 2, just out!There’s already a new single release planned for April 2012: Punks Jump Up - Mr be a lasting experience. Once you passed your exams kicked house back into focus, and many others were Overtime feat Dave1. in the night club school of that era with distinction, happy to join in, either again or for the first time. you can rely on it forevermore, and dixon surely did. Always interested in producing some added value A more pop-y gem which features the golden voice of no other than Dave1 from Chromeo. His residencies then and now are obviously schooled to a good thing,Dixon soon used the success to put This will be a big release for PJU. A super classy and brilliant remix of this track by Brussels on the stylistic and technical versatility and skills, other ideas into action. The label was parted from the wonder kid Mickey was featured as an exclusive on one of the Magician’s mix tapes. It attitude, stamina and experience based on countless Sonar Kollektiv mothership and became independent, gathered a lot of praise from the blog community and has already leaked on various fan videos nights honing ways to direct a loyal crowd on the and the trademark artwork of the label was getting on Youtube. dance floor at will. connected with sought after fashion and design items, Watch this space for more details ! Keeping all this in mind, it comes as no surprise carefully conceived to meet the high standards of the that dixon extended his merits beyond the club Innervisions camp and its supporters. by a medium closely connected to the dj craft. He A.N.D.Y. ATTAR! (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT)

As a kid A.N.D.Y. a.k.a. Andy Faisca didn’t have to think what he would like to be when he ATTAR! (say “Attari”), that’s the solo project of Renaud Deru, a DJ, a producer who dedicates grew up... Music was and is the answer! a true passion to music and the emotions it can create. He proved his know-how through many From a very early age this multi-instrumentalist was writing and making his own music. remixes and original tracks, among other things with the band Mustang and through the With a background of 70’s and 80’s disco, pop, hip hop and rock music Andy is a fanatic thousands of hours he spent in control of parties, either as a DJ or as an artistic director for of all things past, turning them into music for the future. His love for the past is reflected the two best Belgian clubs of... the last decade… Going through trends and refusing etiquettes, in an almost religious use of old analogue gear, but also a general love for vintage stuff. At his style is eclectic and all musics are good for him as long as they have a positive effect on age 17 Andy discovered electronic music and started DJ’ing. He soon landed a residency at others. Brussels’ infamous Libertine Supersport club and his quest for a vintage personal sound hasn’t stopped since. His first project called Mustang was born in 2009 with a debut E.P. on Gomma Here is his story : Recordings called ‘Chameleon Circus’. Prestigious remix assignments soon Once upon a time, in the town of Brussels in Belgium, there was a young followed for Vitalic, Poni Hoax, Monarchy and many others. Recently he man whose name was Renaud Deru and who thought that people were released the killer single ‘Shooting Love’ on Different Recordings, which bored stiff. In 2003 he decided to make things change by organizing the has been remixed by Canadian house sensation Jeremy Glenn and by Black Dirty Dancing parties. He invited there the best artists and all the town Strobe. Beginning of this year, he decided to start his proper solo project poured into his club to forget about their problems, celebrate and find under his own name A.N.D.Y. pleasure in the company of others all night long. Then, he created the For 2012 A.N.D.Y. plans loads of releases and remixes, because Andy is on a Libertine Supersport and history repeated itself. In 2009, with a solid mission, a vintage mission aimed at the future! festive experience and recognized as one of the best DJ’s of his generation, he started production and been part of the band Mustang. During more than three years he travelled to different places in the world to bring there a festive mood and exaltation by playing his own productions and remixes for Vitalic, Morcheeba Two Doors Cinema Club, The Japanese Popstars, Arnaud Rebotini, Crystal Fighters, and many others. In all the places where he was, people danced. Today, in solo and stronger than ever, Renaud is ready to go on the roads again and bring a festive excitement everywhere… ATTAR! will soon be close to you to share his vision of the perfect sleepless night… Very soon. RICK SHIVER CHRISTOPH LEFROG (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT) (BE / LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT)

Rick Shiver is a truly eclectic dj, he seamlessly spins a broad range of new/old sounds and styles Christoph has been interested in electronic sounds ever since he can remember hearing music. geared towards one thing – getting the crowd to move. Perpetually ahead of the curve, he has Just to be clear, yes, this was mainly cheap mainstream dance music, but unfortunately, Burial no problem playing records side by side that most would never think to put together. His main and Nico Jaar were still hiding in the abyss of electronic music genius. At the age of 16, his technique is that whatever works gets thrown into the mix… brother brought him to the Dirty Dancing parties in Mirano/Brussels. Lovely idea. Chris loved Rick Shiver is based in Brussels, and gets regularly invited at parties and clubs in and around chasing girls on the turning dancefloor but he soon wanted more. He wanted to responsible the capital city. After years of messing with vintage synths and drum machines, Mr. Shiver’s for all this magic, this screaming, this crying…And since he didn’t have enough money to buy finally coming out with some productions of his own: Rick just did his 1st remix for the mighty himself a nightclub, he decided he wanted to be a DJ, fair enough. One year later, together Joy Wellboy, got a collaboraton with DC Salas almost ready, and more in the pipeline… with his childhood friend Ben Marzys, Wirspielen was born, and they were playing their first tune in front of this very same crowd as Resident DJ’s until the end in 2009. Homeless? Not for long. A new story began with the Libertine Supersport opening. Under COME TOGETHER his moniker « Lefrog » (something to do with his way of dancing apparently) “Today on his program you will hear music. All the rest are just labels. We Christoph got involved in the bookings and the general promotion together know that music is music. Come together as one” with Renaud Deru and Lorenzo Serra. 2 years of Madness, 2 years where Christoph rolled up his sleeves and took his role to heart (mainly drinking and partying). Today, Lefrog’s love to see people smiling and dancing on his fine contemporary selection is authentic. Call it house, deep house, or even LIBERTINE SUPERSPORT PRACTICAL

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