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Forgotten Treasure: Sun Ra “The Heliocentric Worlds of Sun Ra” (1965)

Heliocentrism is the astronomical model where all planets revolve around the sun and was a moment in history where the world shifted from a vision of Earth as the center of the universe. The same can be said for multi-instrumentalist, jazz guru and astrophilosopher Sun-Ra’s album, that marks the departure from loose melodious tones to [...]

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Future Classic: Hawk House “Tidal Tendencies”

Wow, talk about love at first listen. If you’re anything like us you’ll be hooked as first as you hear the jazzy keys, crisp drums and first couple bars. We have to give props to our good friend Lefto for turning us on to this one on his last radio. (In fact, you should always [...]

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Forgotten Treasures: Romanthony “The Wanderer” (1993)

Romanthony has always been one of my favorite old school house artists, very original and instantly recognizable on any track. He is known for mid-90′s classics like “Let me show you love” and “Bring U Up” but my personal favorite by far has always been “The Wanderer”. I have a white label copy of the [...]

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Music Is My Sanctuary – Show #62

Finally, after 5 long months of winter, the sun is back! So I decided to make this edition of the Music Is My Sanctuary show full of sunshine vibes. 30 nuggets ranging from soul, beats, latin, house, and hip-hop. Hope you discover some great tracks & artists. For those of you in Europe be on [...]

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MIMS “Forgotten Treasures Compilation #5″

Here is fifth compilation of ”forgotten treasures” which is – if you’re new here – one of the pillars of this website. The idea is usally to ask our DJ and Producer and all around Music Junky friends to pick one track they’d like to share with you. The fifth volume however is a “MIMS [...]


 
 
 

 
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Pat Boogie – guest mix “Bootleg Sessions pt. 2″

Part 2 of Pat Boogie’s “Bootleg Sessions” series… hands down one of my favorite house DJ in Montreal I’ve been bugging Pat for a mix for about 3-4 years, but I guess he’s too busy bringing th...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
 

Liquid Mountaineering!

This is officially the coolest pseudo-sport EVER!
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Wax Poetics #41 “Hip-Hop Issue”

The new issue of our favorite record nerd magazine is out. #41 is a Hip-Hop focused issue. Can’t wait to get my hands on it! Visit WAX POETICS here Featuring: Ice Cube, Ice-T, EPMD, DJ Disco Whiz, Supreme Photo Essay, Gra...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 

 
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My 2010 MUTEK Recap

When I looked at the MUTEK lineup a couple weeks ago I think it had the potential to be one of the best editions, speaking from my perspective of course. Even though the rain did kind of spoil the fun of the outside shows, it d...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Henrik Schwarz Interview

Quick conversation with one of my favorite electronic music producers before he plays at Mutek, Henrik Schwarz!
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Actress Interview

Interview with man of the moment, one of the most hyped up Mutek shows this year. ACTRESS who just released his new record called "Splazsh" on Honest Jons records.
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 

 
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King Midas Sound Interview

Discussion with Kevin Martin and Roger Robinson from King Midas Sound before their Mutek show.
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Demdike Stare Interview

Interview with Miles Whitaker and Sean Canty from Demdike Stare before their Mutek show in Montreal.
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Snap “I Got The Power”

Another reminiscing moment… Seriously, how hard is this jam? Featuring one of my top MC’s of all time. TURBO B son !! (with textbook high top fade) I love it when borderline cheesy tracks from ages ago kind of age w...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 

 
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Notes for Haiti Project – Oxfam America

A really positive project with all proceeds going to the Haitian relief fund via Oxfam America. You can download this project for a minimum donation of 1$, but we suggest you dig a little deeper! Follow the link Artist roster :...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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J-Live “The Way That I Rhyme”

I’m not even sure when this came out but this is my track of the moment. Good summer joint from NYC’s triple threat: mc/dj/producer J-Live
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
 

Quantic presents Flowering Inferno “Dog with a rope”

Will Holland better known as Quantic keeps the tropical vibes going strong with the second outing of his “Flowering Inferno” collaboration project on the always dope Tru Thoughts label. I have tons of respect for ar...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 

 
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MIMS digs : ACTRESS

Absolutely loving this dude right now. Following the momentum of his widely praised first album called “Hazyville” (Werk Disc, 2008), Darren Cunningham aka Actress is releasing “Splazsh” on the always do...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Kia Soul Commercial “The Choice is Yours”

Pretty hillarious TV spot from KIA. Hamsters + Motion Capture + Black Sheep's "The Choice is Yours"
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)

 
 
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Bowly “Bleeps / Idee d’un tropique” new 12″

This is a big big one in the making! Well respected UK label run by Geiom is releasing a 12″ on crisp vinyl by one of my favorite peeps in Montreal, BOWLY! I already played one of the tracks on my last podcast if you want...
by Lexis (MIMS Founder)