The Impulse to Share: A Conversation with Mutek’s Patti Schmidt
Patti has been heavily involved in Canada’s independent and underground music communities for more than 25 years — from running labels to performing, making radio and programming events. From 1995 to 2007, Patti was the host and executive producer of Brave New Waves of the one of the most influential …
5 Mutek Shows to Watch in 2015 (as picked by Mutek Artists)
We were considering putting together our suggestions for the 16th edition of the Montreal Mutek Festival (May 27th to 31st). As usual picking through the stacked line-up of interesting music, talks and visual projects is quite a challenge. A few names that come to mind are Andy Stott, Anthony Naples, …
Classic Mixes: Flying Lotus “Live Montreal @ Mutek” (2008)
Download Live recorded set from FLYLO in Montreal at the Mutek festival in 2008
Mix of the Day: Boundary “Live at Mutek x Boiler Room”
Recorded live from the Boiler Room held during Mutek 2013, this RBMA set features Boundary performing tracks from his self-titled album, with Chris Olsen on drums. For more information: http://www.noboundary.ca http://soundcloud.com/BoundarySound http://www.twitter.com/BoundarySound http://www.facebook.com/BoundarySound
Photos: Mutek 2013
Mutek is always synonymous with the beginning of the summer season in Montreal, and this year was no exception. Highlights include scorching heat, thunderstorms, diverse acts and world premieres. Here’s our picture recap:
Floating Points – The DJ-ing Interview
I went to check out Floating Points as part of the Mutek / Piknic outdoor day. I had missed him last time he was in town so I made sure not to sleep on this one. As with all my favorite producers I’m always worried that their DJ-ing skills might …
MIMS’ Guide to Mutek 2012
Every year in Montreal, Mutek kicks off what we call the “festival season” but it’s also one of the signs that summer is finally here! When you’re a kid in Montreal, summer is official once they open public pools. But I guess for adults the equivalent would be Piknic Electronik …
Kenlo Craqunuques – Soucoupe Volante Mutek 2011
2011 is a big year so far for my good homie KENLO. He is no longer the favorite producer of a few heads in Montreal and Quebec. He is starting to get some major love from right here which is always important to get from your homebase. So far this …
Future Classic: Kenlo – “Rue Maricourt” (Mutek Beat Tape)
Exclusive new Kenlo track from his new beat tape to commemorate his Montreal MUTEK festival appearance. The rest of the beat tape is coming soon. Maybe even on here (wink) so hold tight! Or buy a copy from him on the streetssss! You can download all the Kenlo Craqnuques volumes …
Mutek 2011 – Day 1 (Wednesday June 1th)
Let’s get this rolling. The 12th edition of the now world famous MUTEK festival is starting on wednesday June 1th and the dopeness begins on day 1! Here are our picks of what to do on jour un! 4:30 – 5:30 Metro Arts 01 BOWLY Where: Berri UQAM Métro What: …
Mutek Montreal 2011 Picks
For the 11th installement of Montreal’s MUTEK festival I thought i’d hook you up with my pre-festival picks. Last year was a real eye opener for me because historically Mutek hasn’t always been my cup of tea (there was a little too much focus on minimal tech). Not that I …
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 didn’t stop me from having …