I'm A House Gangster presents The Gangstercast

One of the pinnacles of Chicago house music's '90s wave, Derrick Carter has been widely acknowledged as one of the better DJs of the world. With innovative productions, consummate technical skills and an effortlessly joyful attitude of rocking a crowd, his impact has infiltrated throughout the spectrum of dance music. Derrick began DJ’ing at the age of nine, spinning disco records at family reunions. Born and raised in the western suburbs, Carter was into music from a young age, but during his teens Chicago's house scene sucked him in for good. Before long Carter became a strong presence in the city's underground dance scene.

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"This is a live recording from Movement Turino Italy October 31st, 2015. This is a little bit more than half his set, in a tight room, Chicago boys representing that night, Me, Derrick and Marshall Jefferson. It's a great honor to have Derrick be a part of this series, he's been a great friend and a huge influence on my career. Very happy to be sharing this jacking jazzy groovy mix with you all!" - DJ Sneak

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Bringing his underground sound from the outskirts of Chi-Town is DJ Nautic. A B-Boy Legend and local favorite, Nautic has been representing his skills since the 90’s stage performing with the likes of Negative-Three, Fast Eddie and the late Kool Rock Steady. As a DJ, he has played at various venues throughout his hometown of Joliet, Illinois as well as various guest spots in Chicago. With his unique blends of music and diverse selection, DJ Nautic has the ability to rock the spot anywhere.

When speaking with the man himself we asked what the House Gangster Movement means to him and he said, "I’ve been a IAHG follower for a long while now and I can tell you some of my favorite DJ’S and Producers are a part of this movement. Sneak, Fiasco, Joeski, HR&SKI just to name a few. The way these guys rock a party and put out awesome music is what motivated me to continue perfecting my craft and have that same way of doing. I love the lifestyle as well, having fun with family and friends showing support for the music and the culture, it's really something I’m glad to be involved in."

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This mix was picked up and got big support from Sneak after it was submitted by email. You can check out DJ Nautic's latest mixes on Soundcloud, Mixcloud, and Clowdy. For Bookings you may contact him at [email protected]

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Solveg was born in Bordeaux, but has lived in Switzerland since he was a child. From an early age he found himself influenced by the sounds of disco, soul and funk, later on as a teenager was influenced by the sounds of Chicago House and techno from Detroit.

Nicola-S began Djing and producing music in 1992 in Switzerland and organized many parties in the underground scene. A native of Italy, Nicola-S has occurred in various European clubs in Italy, France, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and more. The two have teamed up for this episode of Gangstercast.

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When speaking with the guys we asked them to describe the House Gangster sound in 3 words, they answered “REAL HOUSE MUSIC”, they went on to explain the House Gangster movement is all about “Family and the love of house music. Your real Family.” We also asked how they chose the tracks featured in the mix, to which Solveg explained, “Nicola-S and me mixed each of our house backgrounds to play an alchemy of sounds. At the beginning of our mix we only play and work around these sounds, this creates a story in the within the mix for the listeners.”

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Much can be said about Agent 818 (Nohe Gomez) as an extraordinary artist. A seasoned DJ, together as an innovative producer is what makes Agent 818 an immense MUST hear talent. Born and raised in Southern California, he found his passion for DJ’ing at age 15, and has been committed since. As a recording engineer student at the University of California Los Angeles, he evolved as an artist with a taste for creative exploration. Agent 818 is credited with a broad range of projects, ranging from sound design to scoring for film. His ventures have proved him to be dynamic as a diverse artist. Behind his drive is an on going passion for stepping behind the decks. “To me, spinning can be as creative as producing & remixing, DJ’ing is part of what draws me into making music” he says. Agent 818 cites DJ Sneak, Ben Watt, DJ Quik, Dr. Dre, Steely Dan & The Cure as some of his biggest influences. He says he pulls his creativity from his exposure to the Los Angeles urban elements, anywhere from the Hollywood after-hour scene, to driving to the beaches of southern California sitting in traffic and taking in the LA scenic views of graffiti decorated buildings. With his true passion for real Jack’n underground House music, Agent 818 is a must see DJ in action.

When speaking we asked what the House Gangster movement means to him, he answered, “The HG movement is something that I can relate to. It’s a culture that goes deeper than the music. It’s a house music lifestyle, all day all night.” He then went on to explain, “For this mix I selected tracks with that Gangster vibe. I pull tracks that keep it real with the OG sound. I also made a special remix to start off this special edition.”

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DJ Nonfiction orchestrates Episode 73 of the Gangstercast. A 10 year resident at the world renowned club Focus in Newport Beach, and a regular addition to the LA underground warehouse scene. An established producer who has remixed for Cajmere, Green Velvet, Colette, Miss Honey Dijon. He also has Vinyl releases on Robsoul and Bump Music (Australia), and several digital releases on such labels as Cajual, Relief, Robsoul, Farriswheel, Lost My Dog, DJ Sneak's Oomph Recordings, Candy Music and more.

When speaking with Nonfiction we asked how this mix represents him as an artist and he answered, “this mix represents a lot of my influences and different styles that I like. Some of the new stuff, some of the older stuff, and then some obscure music that's a little more ‘left field’. I like lot's of different sounds and styles of music, and this 2 hour mix encompasses that.”

“Special shout out to Sneak and IAHG, I appreciate and respect you guys - lots of love to everybody who supports me.” - DJ Nonfiction

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Episode 72 of the Gangstercast is a live recording from Output Club in Brooklyn, orchestrated by the US house duo Cocodrills. Christian "Pridef" Diaz and Adam Cruz pride themselves on creating a unique musical experience, which can only be just that; experienced. But make sure to leave your pretense at the door 'cause you won't find any bullshit at one of their parties; only funky grooves, positive vibes and rampant debauchery.

When speaking to the guys we asked what house music means to them, they answered “sick beats, positive vibes and just a general way of life”. They went on to say ‘The House Gangster movement is beyond just music and more of a state of mind. It's about how you carry yourself and your overall taste in things”. Whilst the duo had a broad idea of what style of music they wanted to include in the mix, “ultimately everything is chosen on the fly”.

“A big THANK YOU to Sneak and Melissa for giving us the opportunity to showcase our sound. RESPECT!” – Cocodrills

Jon Cutler is an American house DJ and producer, he’s New York Born and bred, and has lived there all his life. Cutler began DJing at the age of 15, he’s now the owner of the Brooklyn-based electronic label Distant Music, and releases his own 12-inch remixes on the label. He has teamed up with such dance music luminaries and vocalists as DJ Romain, Scott Wozniak, Michael Watford, Jocelyn Brown, E-Man, Kemdi, Vanessa Freeman and others, creating phenomenal original productions for his own imprint.

Jon first met Sneak back in 94/95 during his first time playing in Chicago. Both Sneak and Cutler stand by the ethos of reminding house lovers where it all came from; they’ve lived it and have seen it first-hand. This mix is a perfect example of Cutler’s tastes in Deep House and his history in the game.

“House Gangster is keeping it real and keeping it moving. Good vibes and Good Tracks.”- Jon Cutler

Darius Syrossian, his style, attitude and passion can be summed up with three words ‘TRUE, HOUSE, MUSIC’. Darius has always worked with these three words at the forefront of his mind, and reflects these principles through his music, music that never wavers from his devotion to the groove.

He is one of the core artists of Steve Lawler’s Viva family and has ticked off every major club and festival in an extensive touring schedule; his production skills have lead him to acclaim with labels such Area Remote, 8 Bit and Monique Musique.

Darius’ sets have always had a Balearic edge, often playing heavy techno alongside really low slung deeper tracks. But no matter what, all his sets have the main emphasis focussing on the groove, these themes are very obvious throughout Gangstercast 70.

Darius and ‘I’M A HOUSE GANGSTER’ are a perfect combination, both parties prioritise real house music, no fad nonsense, a timeless sound.

“House Gangster sound is the sound of real House music that will never sound out of date and will always be relevant." - Darius Syrossian

Speaking to Darius his passion for his craft and his love of house music is obvious, not many other DJ’s show as much commitment and dedication to the genre in its purest form.

“House music is EVERYTHING to me, it’s more than just a genre of electronic music, it’s my passion ,I eat & breathe it!” - Darius Syrossian

Mark Farina is a DJ and producer, known for his Chicago house, acid jazz and downtempo works and recently known also from house compilations, El Divinio. He is primarily identified with the house music scene in San Francisco, California, where he resides, but DJs widely around the world.

Gangstercast 69 bings Farina’s usual or unusual variety of underground chunky funky goodness to new listeners and old heads alike. For the mix he’s selected some goodies from his arsenal of new underground jammies with just a vibe in mind to fit this Gangstercast.

For Farina the House Gangster movement mean is about capturing the spirit of the days when there were true gangsters listening to house in chicago in the late eighties, a certain rawness, toughness, trackyness and attitude that combines into certain style of house.

“White, latino, black...the only sound of the underground in the streets was house music”

Producer & DJ Effluvia stepping up for his first Gangstercast - Effluvia had a hand in the production & writing of Magnetic's new single "Raynas" by "Destrada" for which he also produced the remix. His DJ mix is full of new tunes from labels like Dirtybird & Pots n Kettles - as well as a few classics from Strictly Rhythm and our own IAHG. Follow Effluvia on instragram @effluvia_

Effluvia describes this mix as a tribute to the musical journey that himself and studio partner Destrada have been on over the past year. With some of their original productions along with new song from "Raynas" that is about to be released on Sneak's 'Magnetic' imprint as well as are some selections from the new "Pots n' Kettles" label imprint as well. To Effluvia I’M A HOUSE GANGSTER is all about massive flavor on the dancefloor-

“Pumping sounds that are Soulful & Funky & give no damn to their Soulfulness or Funkiness. Which in my opinion can be the best kind of Soul & Funk; like a soul that doesn't give a shit or like unpretentious Funk that is walking the line with Punk; Exquisite.” “House music has been the beat to my heart for many years now. I've been fortunate to have traveled the world thanks to House music. House has been my plane ticket, my meal ticket, and its always made me feel like I'm holding a winning lottery ticket” For this mix Effluvia has focused on some new tracks from people he respects as well as some of his all-time favourite tracks that he’s edited-up so as to create a certain vibe.

“I like the juxtaposition of classics with new material; if the new material 'works' just as well as the classics, that's when you know you're dancing to quality”

Tracklist

1. Hosse - Uno - Urbana Recordings2. Sebastien Leger - Balideep - Temple of Lions 3. Destrada - Raynas - Magnetic 4. River Ocean featuring India - Yemaya Y Ochun - Strictly Rhythm 5. Shiba San - Planet Floor - Dirtybird 6. Kid Enigma - Banging On Skis - IAHG 7. Musashi - Miss Calculation - Pots n Kettles 8. Monty Luke - Panic Attack - Mothership9. Michael Watford - Michaels Prayer - Unreleased 10. Style of Eye - King Kazoo - Mothership 11. Destrada - Raynas (Effluvia Remix) - Magnetic 12. The Untouchables- Lil Louies Anthem - Strictly Rhythm13. DC Larue - Cathedrals - Pyramid14. The MD X-spress - God Made Me Phunky - Aspro 15. Pal Joey - hot music - Kool Groove Records