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Martin Solveig picks winning remixes

6 May, 2011 | 7.13AM

Written by: Beatportal
Filed under: Music News: hello, martin solveig, mixture, remix contest

Between practicing his forehand at the French Open and sneaking onto the football pitch at the Stade du Fance, Martin Solveig has been a busy man. Most recently, he’s been judging the entries in his “Hello" remix contest while touring the world non-stop.

Solveig is never one to hold back, and this time it was no different. With most of our remix contests, Beatport’s editors simply submit 10 finalists for the label to make its final pick. This time, though, the Mixture team listened to every single one of over 800 remixes submitted—about 75 hours of music—to make sure that everyone got his or her fair shot.

And now, at long last, Solveig and Mixture have made their final picks.

The big news is that, after listening to every single entry, Solveig and Mixture have decided to release five additional remixes, beyond the first, second, and third-place winners. Here’s what Solveig has to say:

“We’d like to thank everybody who participated and the Beatport crew as well. It’s been a great contest with many very different and interesting visions of ‘Hello.’ Actually, we didn’t expect so many submissions, and that’s why it’s taken a bit longer than expected, as we listened to all remixes (more than 800) one by one…

“Gold digging has never been simple. But it was really worth it! The final choice has not been an easy one: the level was high and the range of styles very broad… So in the end we didn’t choose three but eight remixes, which will all be released in the near future on a special “Hello” remixes EP we’re currently working on, including a few other unreleased remixes by friends. Thanks again for your efforts!”

Read on to find out who won!

First Place

Caveat – Chula Vista, California

“Fat, twisted & powerful, in your face, with clever vox edits. A crazy rework!” – Martin Solveig

In addition to a release on Mixture/Big Beat, Caveat wins a Native Instruments Maschine; a Novation SL MKII 61-key keyboard and a LaunchPad controller; the Arturia V Collection set of classic synthesizer VSTs plus Arturia Analog Laboratory soft-synth; FXpansion Geist sampler and DCAM Synth Squad; Ohm Force All All bundle including eight effects and instruments; an online music-production course from Point Blank Music School; $200 Beatport credit; Big Beat/Atlantic t-shirt; and a 1-year subscription to Future Music Magazine, as though the rest weren’t enough.

Second Place

Dead Battery – Kirchbichl, Austria

“I’m really into dubsteppy productions right now, and this remix literally made me jump on my chair. The way the guitars loop has been treated is pretty catchy too. Head banging at its best!” – Martin Solveig

In addition to having his remix released on Mixture/Big Beat, Dead Battery receives a Native Instruments Audio 2 DJ and Traktor Duo; a Novation Launchpad and Novation Dicer; the Arturia Analog Laboratory; the choice of FXpansion’s Geist or DCAM Synth Squad; Ohmforce Quad Fromage and Ohmicide; and a Big Beat t-shirt.

Third Place

Relanium – Sergiev Posad, Russian Federation

“The production level is top-notch & the main break is simply amazing – goosebumps all the way.” – Martin Solveig

In addition to having his remix releasedon Mixture/Big Beat, Relanium also receives a Novation Launchpad, Arturia Analog Laboratory, FXpansion Geist or DCAM Synth Squad, Ohmforce Ohmicide, and a Big Beat t-shirt.

Honorable Mentions

Finally, Martin Solveig and Mixture were so taken with these five remixes that they decided to release them along with the top three finalists on an upcoming “Hello” remix package.

Ken Loi – San Leandro, California

“Nice & simple, with an infectious synthline – what else do you need? Already supported by Tiesto as reported on Youtube!” – Martin Solveig

Awiin – Rotterdam, The Netherlands

“This one reminds me of playing in Italy, love the bouncy bass & the stabby chords.” – Martin Solveig

MINE – Oberkom, Luxembourg

“It’s all about the groove of the loop here. A nice addition to the package.” – Martin Solveig

Singularity – location unknown

“Great vibe, energy & ideas. Delicious harmonies on the breaks too.” – Martin Solveig

Ballroom (Jeremy Ebell) – Veendam, The Netherlands

“Let’s end with a fresh & unexpected one – perfect for the summer. Sounds almost as if Dragonette was singing on stage with the musicians!” – Martin Solveig

Top Spun

bentleyfoy – Westlake Village, California

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Between practicing his forehand at the French Open and sneaking onto the football pitch at the Stade du Fance, Martin Solveig has been a busy man. Most recently, he's been judging the entries in his "Hello" remix contest while touring the world non-stop. 

Solveig is never one to hold back, and this time it was no different. With most of our remix contests, Beatport's editors simply submit 10 finalists for the label to make its final pick. This time, though, the Mixture team listened to every single one of over 800 remixes submitted—about 75 hours of music—to make sure that everyone got his or her fair shot.

And now, at long last, Solveig and Mixture have made their final picks.

The big news is that, after listening to every single entry, Solveig and Mixture have decided to release five additional remixes, beyond the first, second, and third-place winners. Here's what Solveig has to say:

"We’d like to thank everybody who participated and the Beatport crew as well. It’s been a great contest with many very different and interesting visions of 'Hello.' Actually, we didn’t expect so many submissions, and that’s why it’s taken a bit longer than expected, as we listened to all remixes (more than 800) one by one... 

"Gold digging has never been simple. But it was really worth it! The final choice has not been an easy one: the level was high and the range of styles very broad… So in the end we didn’t choose three but eight remixes, which will all be released in the near future on a special "Hello" remixes EP we’re currently working on, including a few other unreleased remixes by friends. Thanks again for your efforts!"

Read on to find out who won!
Between practicing his forehand at the French Open and sneaking onto the football pitch at the Stade du Fance, Martin Solveig has been a busy man. Most recently, he's been judging the entries in his "Hello" remix contest while touring the world non-stop. 

Solveig is never one to hold back, and this time it was no different. With most of our remix contests, Beatport's editors simply submit 10 finalists for the label to make its final pick. This time, though, the Mixture team listened to every single one of over 800 remixes submitted—about 75 hours of music—to make sure that everyone got his or her fair shot.

And now, at long last, Solveig and Mixture have made their final picks.

The big news is that, after listening to every single entry, Solveig and Mixture have decided to release five additional remixes, beyond the first, second, and third-place winners. Here's what Solveig has to say:

"We’d like to thank everybody who participated and the Beatport crew as well. It’s been a great contest with many very different and interesting visions of 'Hello.' Actually, we didn’t expect so many submissions, and that’s why it’s taken a bit longer than expected, as we listened to all remixes (more than 800) one by one... 

"Gold digging has never been simple. But it was really worth it! The final choice has not been an easy one: the level was high and the range of styles very broad… So in the end we didn’t choose three but eight remixes, which will all be released in the near future on a special "Hello" remixes EP we’re currently working on, including a few other unreleased remixes by friends. Thanks again for your efforts!"

Read on to find out who won!

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