Category Archives: Music
Le Love
The most talked about emotion in the history of mankind. It can be romantic, friendly, tragic, life changing, heart-stopping~heart-wrenching, complex (I could go on for days)…. and of course, most importantly, – it’s something that exists in the majority of our music. I searched LOVE in my iTunes just for fun – you don’t even want to know how many songs came up. So, for no particular reason, this is a post all about LOVE and songs of LOVE, some old and new. Without getting too sappy, here is a list of songs that doesn’t JUST include house music. (Don’t be too shocked) 🙂
**Rihanna ft. Eminem – Love the Way You Lie PART II
I Blame Coco – Only Love Can Break Your Heart
Pretty Lights – Looking for Love (But Not So Sure)
DJ Sava Feat. Raluka – Love You (Radio Edit)
Mikael Weermets – Love is (French Government Remix)
Compact Disco – I’m in Love (Dave Martin, Hamvai Pg & Roberto Winny Remix)
Florence & The Machine – You Got the Love (XX Remix)
Haunted House
And once again…Halloween week is upon us. The creative costumes, candy in bulk, pumpkin spice lattes, scary movies, demons, ghosts, goblins, devils, spider webs, fake blood (I could go on forever- u get the point)…AND most importantly, the “Haunted House” (ok I had to) make this celebrated day one spooky adventure for those of us that celebrate. I hope this set of electro/house music helps put you in a Halloween mood…after all – it is TO DIE FOR 🙂
Let’s begin with the haunting ghost theme:
Party Ben – Walking With A Ghost in Paris (Tegan & Sara vs. Mylo) Mashup
Pocket808 ft. Nathan Hudson – Ghostship (Hook n Sling Remix)
Serge Devant ft. Hadley – Ghost
Deadmau5 – Ghosts n Stuff (Also try the Intro Version Mix)
And on to the other lovely creatures of the night:
Lady Gaga – Monster (Dark Intensity Remix)
Nina Simone – I Put A Spell On You (Mimosa Remix)
Cosmic Gate ft. Aruna – Under Your Spell
last but not least…. Michael Jackson – Thriller (Discotech Remix)
New Mix: DJ D’Lish – Beat Boutique
For the longest time I’ve wanted to make a mix that includes limited mainstream music… well – the time has finally come. This mix contains some of my favorite genres of house music – what I like to call “house lite.” This lounge/house music still has hard hitting beats, but ones you will probably won’t hear too often at a club. As a music lover and DJ, I find it very important to discover new AND different music. Enjoy some of these hidden treasures in my new mix – Beat Boutique (part of an ongoing compilation).
Here it is: DJ D’Lish – Beat Boutique
Tracklisting:
1. Andrew Salsano & JF Sebastian ft. Jayn Hanna – Walking on Fire (Dr. Kucho! Remix)
2. MdCL ft. Sy Smith – Truth (Bertrand Dupart Remix)
3. Kemal & Justin Michael – Trouble (Benny Royal Underground Mix)
4. Gabriel, Polina – Perfect World (Lauer & Canard Remix)
5. Grant Nelson ft. Cathy Battistessa – Black Water (Vocal Mix)
6. Black Bird – Just Glow (Original Mix)
7. Mikael Weermets Ft.Christina Skaar – Love Is (French Government Remix)
8. K-Paul ft. Ciyu – Que Toi (Boiler Remix)
9. One Brother – Under The Water feat. Frankee (Rune RK Remix)
10. John Dahlback – Don’t Speak
To download the rest of my mixes, please click HERE
Kaskade L.A. Dynasty Tour – October 8, 2010
Kicking off the first night of his 2 day Dynasty Tour in L.A., Kaskade DJ’d at the Palladium in Hollywood on Friday October 8, 2010 to a crowd of house music lovers. This was the 2nd time I had gone to the Palladium to hear a DJ (1st time was to see Ferry Corsten) and I have to say that this venue is definitely one of my favorites. The audience has the option of standing on the ground level right in front of the stage OR watching from the balcony surrounding the sides of the Palladium. While this event was SOLD OUT, it did not even feel like it was too uncomfortable or stuffy inside to enjoy yourself because of the massive space within the venue.
Beginning his set around 12:15 am, Kaskade mesmerized the audience with his mixing skills, various mash-ups, and classic favorites. He was truly loved by the audience. Not only was the music great, but so were all the visual effects and lighting that were queued in with every song he played…. & you have to love the standard confetti blowing that comes with every house music event! Kaskade’s love for music was very evident and he connected with the crowd and their energy perfectly.
Favorite songs from the night/biggest crowd pleasers: David Guetta & Afrojack – Louder Than Words/Late Nite Alumni – Empty Streets Mashup, Swedish House Mafia – One/Kaskade – Fire in Your New Shoes Mashup, Kaskade – Dynasty – Dada Life Remix, Justice – D.A.N.C.E./Steve Angello – Knas Mashup, Kaskade – Angel on My Shoulder, Kaskade & Tiesto – Only You (Kaskade Remix), Adrian Lux – Teenage Crime (Axwell & Henrik B. Remode), Kaskade – Don’t Stop Dancing
For more videos from Kaskade – please visit my YOUTUBE Channel
For pictures from the event – click HERE
For more info. on Kaskade visit his Fan SITE
Friday Night FUN: DJ D’Lish at Geisha House!
This weekend I DJ’d the Bosphorus Nights presents: MADE IN ISTANBUL party at Geisha House in Hollywood. What a success! I didn’t think we could top the last Bosphorus Nights party at Les Deux in June, but I have to say that this one was even better. More people, more new music, and lots of love! Most importantly, I wanted this night to reflect two of my favorite clubs in Istanbul, Turkey: Reina and Anjelique. Both clubs are unique in their own environments and music and Friday night I tried to create a fusion of these popular clubs by playing a variety of European House, Lounge, Turkish, and Latin House music.
DJ’ing in the Moon Room was definitely a treat, as guests were able to see the night sky from above and also had their own private bar. VIP tables circled the dancefloor and of course, I had my own stage with… wait for it…. my own lighting control (that came in handy towards the end of the night….mood lighting anyone?)
As guests arrived somewhat early, I began by playing my typical “cocktail hour” music…Bitter:Sweet, Gotan Project, Late Night Alumni, Kaskade and then began to pick up the pace a little bit with some Ben Watt, Max Zotti, & Jose Delgado (recent releases: see featured music below). For those familiar with Turkish music, I played some new Burcu Gunes, Tarkan, Demet Akalin, & Serdar Ortac. In my attempt to mix things up, I then switched gears and played my favorite Euro house songs: Yolanda Be Cool – We No Speak Americano, Edward Maya – Stereo Love, & of course Stromae – Alors On Danse (YouTube Video). These 3 gems definitely got the crowd dancing and singing along!
After another round of Turkish music, I thought it was time to roll out the Spanish house! I began this section with one of my newest favorites Carnaval Mundial (see featured music below) – a house cover of the famous Celia Cruz’s La Vida Es Un Carnaval. After, came the beloved Suavamente, and then a Gypsy Kings megamix! More turkish followed with Turkey’s most popular summer hits: Hande Yener – Bodrum, Serdar Ortac – Poset, Tarkan’s Sevdanin Son Vurusu, & Ozan Dogulu ft. Sila – Alain Delon. But I think the 2 biggest Turkish hits of the night were Ibrahim Tatlises’ Gulum Benim & Kenan Dogulu’s Elveda Meyhaneci. (When I say biggest hits – I mean the crowd sang the LOUDEST to these!)
Once again mixing it up for the non-turks, I played the new Tony Gomez song “Tell Me,” leading into the one and only Swedish House Mafia’s One (Your name) remix. This one, as always, brought the house down! (YouTube Clip) Others were Adrian Lux – Teenage Crime, David Guetta/Afrojack – Louder Than Words, & Afrojack – Take Over Control.
While I have to say I wish I had worn my “I DON’T TAKE REQUESTS” shirt, the abundant amount of individuals who approached me that night didn’t just ask for specific song, but also said thank you for playing their favorites. This job is only fulfilling to me when I can please the crowd and when I can go home at the end of the night knowing I made them happy. (Ok I also like that fact that I can play music that I love and dance while I’m djing) 🙂
Thank you to everyone who came to this event. Thank you to my closest friends and family for all your support! Thanks to Baris Avsar for organizing everything. Let’s get ready for yet another successful party!
All images from the party are HERE and are also located on ALATURKA Online
DJ D’Lish videos are located on my YOUTUBE channel
Featured Music from the party:
Max Zotti ft. OB – Kabiria
Jose Delgado, Robert Mendoza, Rebeca Dancen – Gypsonik
Crossfire ft. Haila – Carnaval Mundial
Bosphorus Nights Presents: MADE IN ISTANBUL with DJ D’Lish
Join me Friday October 1st for Bosphorus Nights’ first Fall Event! I will be DJ’ing Latin, House, and Turkish Music all night! The last Bosphorus Nights event at Les Deux (Black and White Party) was a HUGE success and we are looking forward to sharing another fun-filled night with you!
The event will take place at Geisha House from 10pm – 2am.
6633 Hollywood Boulevard
***Ticket Information***
$20.00 (online sales due by October 1st, 2010 @ 7:00 pm)
$25.00 @ the door
Purchase tickets HERE
***Dinner Special***
If anyone would like to go to dinner before the party, make sure you tell your server that you are there for the BOSPHORUS NIGHTS event and you will get a 20% discount on your dinner.
(Raki will be served during the event!)
Hope to see you there!
For videos from the last Bosphorus Nights Event, visit DJ D’LISH YOUTUBE page
Hiptronica.
Sorry I’ve been a little MIA recently, but with a full-time job on my hands (which I am definitely NOT complaining about), it is a little more difficult to continuously post! Let’s see…not much to say except some of these more mainstream artists’ songs have been remixed and are now house mixes, some feature mainstream guest hip-hop artists, and the rest … well they just about represent the hybrid of hip-hop, r&b, and electronica.
Clinton Sparks – Favorite DJ (The Remixes)
**Benny Bennasi Remix Edit 1, Edit 2, Snake Remix, Green Lantern Remix (Dirty), (Clean), **Scene Remix, Enferno Remix, Skeet Skeet’s Howard Bass Remix
Swedish House Mafia – Miami 2 Ibiza (Extended Vocal Mix)
Mike Posner – Please Don’t Go (8 Barz Remix)
Stromae ft. Kanye West & Gilbere Forte – Alors On Danse
Jay-Z ft. Swizz Beatz – On to the Next One (Laidback Luke Bootleg)
***Also – if you’re in the LA area on October 1, I will be DJ’ing at Geisha House!!! SEE INVITE***
Labor Day Lovin’
I hope all of you had a relaxing and fun labor day! My weekend was full of friends, food, and music 🙂 Friday night I went to Playhouse in Hollywood to hear EDX spin at the annual Pre-Labor Day White Party. Saturday I had a bbq and pool party at my house, and then on Sunday – I went to XIV Restaurant to hear the EC Twins DJ! Overall, I am EXHAUSTED, but the weekend was well worth all of the craziness that ensued!
Let’s start with Playhouse and DJ EDX on Friday… the place was PACKED, but looked amazing with white decorations and balloons lining the entire club and the stage. EDX, also known as Maurizio Colella, came on around 12:15ish and blew the crowd away! My favorites that he played were: Kaskade, EDX ft. Haley – Don’t Stop Dancing and Dinka – Elements (EDX 5un5hine Remix), and Switchfoot – Always (Max Vangeli & AN21 Remix). Other songs that I enjoyed were Dennis Ferrer’s famous Hey Hey (Vandalism Remix) and Eric Morillo & Eddie Thoneick’s – Live Your Life! The crowd LOVED him!!
Sunday, SBE Entertainment threw a Neon Party at XIV Restaurant for Summer Sessions on the Terrace. I had a great time, but I will say that I really enjoyed it more last year when less people knew about the EC Twins and confessed their new “love” for house music. Nonethless, it was what I like to call a house-music circus on the terrace. A sea of neon lights and glow in the dark clothes filled the 100 degree terrace (hot is an understatement) as the shirtless EC Twins put on their very fascinating show for the drunken audience. Favorite songs they played: Tim Berg – Bromance (The Love You Seek and More) (Avicii’s Extended Vocal Mix), David Guetta & Afrojack – Louder Than Words & of course Yolanda Be Cool & DCup – We No Speak Americano!
Select videos from EDX Friday and XIV Summer Sessions Sunday will be posted on DJ D’Lish’s Youtube Channel
New Mix: Beat Traveler
As most of you know, I just returned from a 2 week vacation from Istanbul, Turkey. Traveling overseas and listening to all different types of music definitely inspired me to make a new mix, especially one with songs from all over the world! Beat Traveler is a 40 minute mix with Turkish, Spanish, French and Middle-Eastern inspired house music! (ok I threw in some stuff from the U.S. too) It’s what I like to call the melting pot of house music. So whether you’re a jet setter, world traveler, or just appreciate different sub-genres of house – this mix will be your first class ticket on a musical journey!
Artists include (in no particular order): Afrojack, Bob Sinclar, Hüseyin Karadayi, Dr. Kucho, In-Grid, Christan Burns, Jay C & Felix Baumgartner, Sydney Blu & Christian Falero feat. Ana Herrero, Jazzbit, Etronica/Bsno, & Noir feat. Alexander Perls.
Enjoy! xoxo
Download DJ D’Lish – Beat Traveler
Bosphorus Nights
Guess who’s back…..! I’m sorry for the recent delay in postings, but I am back from my vacation in Turkey and finally ready to give you all some new music! I had an amazing trip and was able to experience different types of nightlife this year. From the beautiful Bosphorus views and European influenced house music of Anjelique and Reina nightclubs all the way to the hipster bar scene in Taksim’s Tünel, I was able to not only hear an extreme variation in different music genres, but also hang out with an eclectic group of individuals in both environments! I don’t want to give you TOO much new music, as a new DJ D’Lish mix is in the works. (hint – East meets West part dos) 🙂 Start with these for now. Hope you enjoy!
Inside of Anjelique
Top level of Anjelique facing Bosphorus
View from Reina
Ben Watt & Stimming ft. Julia Biel – Bright Star (Sunrise Mix) From Sounds of Anjelique Vol. 4
Moonbeam ft. Blackfeel Wite – Song for A Girl (Moguai Remix)
Freestylers ft. Belle Humble – Cracks (Flux Pavillion Remix)
Tom Boxer ft. Antonia – Morena
Bent – Swollen (Ben Watt Vocal Mix) From Sounds of Anjelique Vol. 4
Richard Durand ft. Christian Burns – Night and Day (Vocal Mix)
My friend Daghan (DJ Saudade) dj'ing at Hardal in Tünel
My friend Dogus Cabakcor dj'ing at Lokal in Tünel
Friend/Musician Can Bonomo entertaining us in Taksim
Mélomane Monday: Summer Sailing
- View of the Bosphorus in Istanbul
As I prepare (mentally & musically) to leave for Istanbul, Turkey in about two weeks, I found it very appropriate to write a post with all types of house music…because basically that’s what I’ll be hearing when I travel overseas. I’m definitely looking forward to late nights at Reina and Anjelique overlooking the beautiful Bosphorus – and of course – all the new house music I will be hearing and bringing back with me! So whether you are stuck in the U.S. all summer or not, here’s a little Euro flavor to make you feel like you are on vacation!
European Summer Songs: (Basically, if you want to feel somewhere shall I say “exotic” – listen to and download these goodies)
Jay C feat Felix Baumgartner – Souk (Original Mix)
**Dr. Kucho, 2C Adonis Alvarez 2C Marta Bolanos – La Tarde Se Ha Puesto Triste (Original Mix)
Denis the Menace – Bamboleo (Original Mix)
Consoul Trainin & Pink Noisy Ft Anastasia Zannis – Tango to Evora
Gregor Salto’s EP – Horizonte featuring Andalias, Crepusculo, Horizonte (G’s Straight Mix), Okoto, Mundocaso (I recommend downloading the entire album)
Other Additions:
Adam K ft. King Sunshine – My Love (EDX Remix)
House of Hearts: A new mix by DJ D’Lish
My July mix is FINALLY here! House of Hearts will be your newest love affair with dance music.
Download. Listen. and fall in love. xoxo
(Tracklisting to follow shortly)
D.U.I. -> Dancing Under the Influence.
1. Thomas Gold vs. Matthias Menck- Sky (Nari & Milani Remix) All I have to say is that the first time this song was released, it was such a hit (especially in Europe). The newest remix is back and better than ever. Perfect Summer jam!
2. Yolanda Be Cool & DCup – We no Speak Americano (Chew Fu Rosetta Stone Fix Extended Mix) Featured on my mix “To the Beat, With love… ” We no Speak Americano is fun, quirky, playful and just something you always feel like dancing to. It is being remixed left and right, and so far – these two remixes seem to be something I would put in an upcoming mix..hint hint 🙂 3. Yolanda Be Cool + DCup – We No Speak Americano (Urchins Are Multi-Lingual Remix)
4. Blackfeel Wite – Amnesia (original mix) Featured on Matt Darey’s most recent podcast (110), this semi-dark electronic lounge track will take you on a journey of self-reflection and maybe even relaxation as you listen to the lyrics.
5. Oliver Twizt – You’re Not Alone (Bingo Players Remix) From the original Olive cover, Oliver Twizt (yeah he definitely put a twist on that one) released a bouncy Bingo Players Remix. As I prefer Olive’s soothing vocals over the ones featured on the newest version, this remix is a lot more uplifting than the original.
6. Milk & Sugar – Crazy (Global Mix) Ok I had to include one “crazy” house track in this post. With beats that build, piano, sexy vocals, and a constantly undulating bassline, you might just be tempted to do that [forbidden] fist pump or what I like to call the crazy hair wave. Whatever you do when you dance to house, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one!
7. John Dahlback vs. Candi Staton – You Got the Valleybrook (Chris Lawyer Birthday Edit) I love John Dahlback and Chris Lawyer. This mashup is an electronic rollercoaster for your ears. It’s popping beats (characteristic of Mr. Dahlback) and Candi Staton’s vocals are a musical delight that trust me…will get stuck in your head.
EDC 2010: A V.I.P. Review
I think there is one word to describe how I felt after EDC: Exhausted!…but what an experience 🙂 After a 40 minute walk from the parking lot to the Coliseum and about another 30 minutes to get through intense lines and crowds (luckily we got to hear Afrojack while in the security line)…my friends and I finally made it into the VIP area.
Even though the VIP area was not as close to the stage as I would have liked, it was well worth the more expensive ticket for the open bar, extra space to sit, the ability to walk down to the general admission area by the stage, and of course…nicer bathrooms. Sadly, we missed Chuckie’s full set, but were able to hear the last couple of songs in his set as we frantically ran into VIP before he finished. Next up was Dirty South who began the set with one of my ABSOLUTE favorites…John Dahlback – Pyramid. He also played a mashup of Body Language with De Bos – On the Run, I’m Sorry, Let it Go, and his remix of Temper Trap’s – Sweet Disposition.
Following Dirty South was one of my personally most anticipated performance of the night…. Swedish House Mafia. Some of my favorites that the trio played were: Sweet Dreams remix, the Steve Angello Be mashup with Benassi’s Satisfaction, Supermode’s Tell me Why mashup with Bittersweet Symphony, Leave the World Behind, and of course the famous ONE (including the remix).
After the insanity that was SHM, Kaskade took the stage around 11pm. With JUST as much excitement as SHM, the crowd was beyond ready to hear all Kaskade’s new hits from his album Dynasty….which of course was his opener of the evening. Besides playing a lot of songs off the new album and his older album Strobelite Seduction, Kaskade’s mashups (for me) were the best of the night: Kaskade/Afrojack/Digital Lab/Guetta – Louder than Empty Streets, Be Still Satisfaction, & Kaskade/Alex Gaudino – I’ll Never Dream I’m in Love. Last but not least was the one and only Deadmau5…I was definitely beyond exhausted by the time he came on, but it was great to listen to one of my absolute favorites – Ghosts N’ Stuff!
IF you happened to miss the Carnival and were not able to hear it on Satellite radio: live sets were posted HERE.
For more pictures from the event please visit my FACEBOOK FAN PAGE and look for the album Electric Daisy Carnival.
For videos from EDC please visit my YOUTUBE CHANNEL. Videos are in the Playlist EDC 2010.
The one and only…Electric Daisy Carnival 2010
For those house, progressive, electronic, and trance music lovers anxiously awaiting one of the biggest national music festivals, the week of the Electric Daisy Carnival is upon us! Friday June 25 and Saturday June 26 the Colliseum in downtown Los Angeles will be exploding with 5 stages, carnival rides, food, people dressed up in what I like to call “Halloween-like” costumes (yeah – you know why), and most importantly – some of the most prominent and talented DJs in the world. Last year’s EDC was definitely an experience to be had (I still can’t get over people’s outfits – or should I say costumes). Luckily for my group of friends, we had purchased VIP tickets and didn’t have to be crushed in a sea of crazies. I had such an amazing time last year and still have my souvenir “MUSIC IS MY DRUG” t-shirt! I can’t wait until Friday!
Some of the top headliners:
Friday
Deadmau5, Swedish House Mafia, Kaskade, Chuckie, Dirty South, Afrojack, DJ Sets: Moby, Basement Jaxx, BT (Live)
Saturday
Armin Van Buuren, Above & Beyond, Benny Benassi, Will.I.Am, Laidback Luke, Afrojack, Bart B More, Dada Life, Sasha, Fedde Le Grand, Roger Sanchez, James Zabiela, Chuckie, Avicii, Boys Noize, DJ Set: Groove Armada
This year Insomniac Events created a special treat for it’s fans: Insomniac Events partnered with Ultra Records and created an “Electric Daisy Carnival CD Series.” The CD will be available for purchase at EDC and is also available online through ITUNES. Here’s the tracklisting:
TRACKLISTING:
1. Kaskade // Dynasty (Kaskade Arena Mix)
2. Armin van Buuren feat. Jacqueline Govaert // Never Say Never (Alex Gaudino Remix)
3. Roger Sanchez // 2Gether (Chris Moody Remix)
4. Kaskade // All You (Angger Dimas Mix)
5. Tiësto // Louder Than Boom (Bart B More Mix)
6. Benny Benassi feat. Kelis, apl.de.ap, and Jean-Baptiste // Spaceship (Fedde le Grand Remix)
7. Moby // Wait For Me (Laidback Luke Remix)
8. Tiësto feat. C.C. Sheffield // Escape Me (Avicii Mix)
9. Dirty South featuring Rudy // Phazing (Original Mix)
10. Wolfgang Gartner // Undertaker
11. deadmau5 // Some Chords
12. Axwell / Ingrosso / Angello / Laidback Luke feat Deborah Cox // Leave The World Behind
13. Kaskade // 4am (Adam K And Soha Mix)
For more information visit the main EDC WEBSITE and to purchase tickets click HERE. Set times have also been posted HERE. For those of you that cannot make it to EDC (or just prefer not to go) Sirius XM Satellite Radio will be streaming the festival live on Area from KineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, and cosmicMEADOW on both the 25th and 26th.
EDC Set Times
“The fun starts beneath the sun and see the stars when it’s done” -EDC
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