Showtek and Kidd Kaos essential mix 07 march 2009

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Showtek
These two brothers known for their massive productions are responsible for a fast growing popularity of hardstyle music. In less than two years they became one of Holland’s leading hardstyle/trance producers & DJs. It all started out as a hobby, and their passion for the music became bigger and bigger. After the first successful Showtek release:’Save the Day’ which scored more then twenty compilations CDs, they immediately established their name in the dance scene. The follow up ‘Controller’ turned out to be one of everyone’s favourite hardstyle track, and Showtek became more and more popular. Later they released their records in co-operation with ID&T. This was a step forwards in the career for the two guys. So in March 2003 their latest record ‘Seid Ihr Bereid’ was released on the Q-Dance/ID&T label. Again a pounding track and on every DJ’s playlist. The two brothers are booked on big events and clubs all over the country (Shockers, Qlubtempo, Hardbass Extreme, Loudness), and they have a monthly residency in their hometown, which is a great success. But they are not only spinning records… They also have a blasting live act. With this special live act they found a way to separate themselves from the other hardstylers. Besides their great teamwork as Showtek, they also have their own solo projects. The youngest brother, DJ Duro produced his first record ‘Again’, and released it on Marcel Woods’ Label: Rytmic records. After this track he released one of the most successful hardstyle records of the year called ‘Just Begun’ (Scantraxx). Played by every Hardstyle DJ in Europe. Even Lady Dana called it her favourite track. His new release will be a track produced together with the Prophet. The oldest brother Walt, is a full time producer since December 2001 and in a short time he developed into an all-round producer with an international sound. His first solo tracks Exciter and Contact (Walt vs. Zero- Gi) were released on the German ‘Blutonium’ label. Later he produced the record called ‘Endless’ together with Pascal Feliz. This track was a real success and was released in Holland, Germany and Belgium. In February 2003 Walt’s solo project, was released on the Carnal/Purple Eye Label. Other projects of Walt are Methods of Mayhem (together with Marcel Woods), Southstylers (together with DJ Zany), and Woody Rivers. To see the whole list of records Walt has produced check his discography.

Kidd Kaos
While Central Florida's dance scene has lost its spark, the HipHop Era continues to rise. The impact is being felt at raves, clubs and stores across the U.S. - as the next generation of Break, Trance, & Hard Style DJs take their place alongside influences such as: DJ Magic Mike, DJ Icey, Andy Farley, Organ Donors, Pavo & Zany, Warp Brothers, Paul Oakenfold, George Acosta, plus many more. Born in Atlanta, Ga - This little new born moved to Florida with his mom to pursue a new life. In 1987 Kidd began to pick up a hobby that would encounter loud music, roller-skates, fooseball tournys, breakdancing, & all night lock-ins at his local skating rink. Enjoying the sounds, atmosphere, & also watching djs at the local skating rink, at first for fun, but before long Kidd became addicted to the music and the feeling of the sound. Kidd first started off breakdancing, but before long his interest turned towards the fascination of the turntables. Kidd got his first set of "real" turntables in 1995 from Santa Claus and with hours of practice each day, he finally got his first shot live @ Cash's Faux Paux w/ resident DJ Serch, a well respected DJ in the industry. The local resident djs & friends of Kidd Kaos were glad to see the skating rink fanatic finally make it. Kidd Kaos is currently playing in Orlando, FL @ Antigua Nightclub working beside The Godfather of Bass - DJ Magic Mike & Jimmy Joslin of the Bad Boys of Breaks!

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Hard Dance Awards 2009

Best DJs - Showtek

01. Showtek ‘Hold Us Back’ (Dutch Master Works)
02. DJ Isaac ‘Sound Of The Underground’
03. Showtek ‘Apologise’ (Dutch Master Works)
04. Lowriders ‘Don’t Get Back’ (Dutch Master Works)
05. Showtek ‘Here We ****ing Go’ (Dutch Master Works)
06. Showtek ‘Party Lover’ (Dutch Master Works)
07. Southstylers ‘Jazeker’ (Fusion)
08. Abyss & Judge ‘Unify’ (Dutch Master Works)
09. Showtek ‘Black’ (Dutch Master Works)
10. Showtek ‘FTS’ (Dutch Master Works)

Best New Face - Kidd Kaos

01. Bob Sinclair ‘Feel For You (Kidd Kaos Mash Up)’ (CDR)
02. Brian Eddie & Kidd Kaos ‘Devastating’ (K405 Records)
03. Blutonium Boy ‘Vampires (Dj Neo Remix)’ (Blutonium)
04. Kings Of Leon ‘Use Somebody (Kidd Kaos Edit)’
05. Walt ‘Waltstreet’ (CDR)
06. Tornadozzer ‘Addicted To Hardstyle’ (Blutonium)
07. Tornadozzer ‘Church of The Dark Side’ (Blutonium)
08. Unknown ‘Bigger Better (Kidd Kaos Edit)’ (CDR)
09. Junior Vasquez ‘Get Your Hands Off My Man (Kidd Kaos Edit)’ (CDR)
10. Southstylers ‘Wicked Generation (Zany’s Overdrive Mix)’ (Fusion)
11. Amber D ‘Ambers Theme (Alex Kidd & Kidd Kaos)’ (Kiddfectious)
12. Pavo ‘My Style’ (CDR)
13. Showtek ‘Virus’ (Dutch Master Works)
14. Microtek ‘Push My Bass’ (CDR)
15. Max B Grant ‘No Good’ (Scantraxx Specials)
16. Suni Feenix & Kidd Kaos ‘Capture’ (Kiddfectious)