This week, Berlin-based musician and DJ Luca Venezia, a.k.a. Curses , takes us inside the synth- and industrial-laden club sounds of New Beat and first wave EBM (Electronic Body Music) that helped shape his dark and romantic punk-New Wave sound .
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Spotlighting some of the best local compilations and mix series to emerge this year.
It’s been a little quiet from the electronic side of Australia’s vibrant music scene, with dancefloors being cancelled and boogieing considered illegal for the best part of the year. But despite 2020 attempting to decimate the scene, the community ethos has shined through in other ways. If this year taught us anything, it’s that nothing will stop the creativity, the rich supportive growing network and the countless collaborations emerging despite all odds.
Two major themes were born this year as events got put on hold – compilations, featuring some of the most talented local producers, and some incredibly creative mix series’ unearthed to support the exceptional talent in the scene. Here are a few highlights of the year.