No Dough re-launches with new release and website

No Dough re-launches with new release and website

2 March, 2009 | 9.02AM

• Written by: antonio
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Last Friday (27th Feb) was the re-launch on No Dough, a Spanish record label based in Alicante which has spent the past months re-inventing itself with new ideas and concepts. After a new release by label founder Towie which has received great feedback from some key names in the industry, the labels own new website is also live. Although in phase 1 you will find plenty of information on there which will keep you occupied, check it out a http://www.nodoughmusic.com

Last friday (27th Feb) was the re-launch on No Dough, a Spanish record label based in Alicante which has spent the past months re-inventing itself with new ideas and concepts. After a new release by label founder Towie which has received great feedbacks from some key names in the industry, the labels own new website is also live. Although in phase 1 you will find plenty of information on there which will keep you occupied, check it out a www.nodoughmusic.com

The site contains interviews, monthly podcasts, what were about, our full backcatalogue available for streaming, infos on all our artists and in the next few weeks our first very own music video which will accompany the ND010 - One step back, two steps forward release produced by Suddi Raval. Here is an interview with the label boss taken from the No Dough website…

1.  What makes you tick? What is Towie all about?

Well there is quite a few things that make me tick such as good food, having a laugh with friends or family, watching the footy team i support, but primarily its all about the music for me. I have been subject to ‘house music’ and all of its subgenres since i was 14 years old (now 27). At first I was overwhelmed by the way records could actually be mixed together using turntables, then as years went by i became more interested in how it was all made. I still find it amazing how good ‘music’ can make you feel , no matter how simple or complex it is, and I am not just referring to techno or house either. Music and DJing is my life and something i have dreamed of for years and years, and to be honest still dream about it. If I can make other people feel as happy as I have felt hearing my idols play, then I will be a very happy man .

2.  Where have you come from?

AS I said I have experienced and been influenced by many styles of music throughout my life, which I suppose I am glad about as it’s given me an insight into the various scenes, and how they have crossed over and even blended together at times. I mean I was first introduced to house music on labels like AM:PM, ffrr, Manifesto and positiva in 1995 which put out classics such as ‘Alcatraz’, ‘crescendo’ and ‘the bomb’ but the older I got and the more credible clubs I went to, my interests had changed and I was sucked in by the epic and euphoric sets of Paul Oakenfold and co. For a few years I played early trance stuff, but then that all changed when I moved down to London to study at SAE. Bedrock partys @ Heaven, Turnmills and other clubnights showed me a new direction to house music, a more progressive vibe.

What really changed my life though, and what was probably the most influential experience for me, was Sonar 2005. It was my first time at the festival and first time I had seen Richie Hawtin play, and it literally blew me off my feet. That weekend planted a seed in my head and since then it has just grown and grown.  It was like a first date but with techno, and potentially the best date I have ever had ( sorry Jules).

3.  Where are you going?

Who knows what tomorrow will bring but in my opinion the best thing that you can do is follow your heart and do what you do best. It took me a long time to realize where I wanted to go with my music and I am now building up something I have wanted to do for a long time.  Times are changing in the music industry at an incredible rate, so it’s going to be very exciting keeping on top of it all and ahead of the race. Our main company Made For Music S.L now operates the label ‘ No Dough’ and also our ‘Feel-Audio’ band which offers post production services such as mastering. All this plus DJing and Producing proves that there are interesting and exciting times ahead.

4.  Do you plan on running any No Dough events this year?

Yes I do, we are working towards a possible event at the Sonar festival in Barcelona this year. Our plans are to host a label Showcase at a venue in the heart of the city during the week of the festival which will coincide with the release out just before the event, and a special release package out after. I will also be hosting some smaller more intimate parties in the city of Alicante as from March at a place called Soda, these smaller events are a means to familiarizing the people of Alicante (where the label is based ) with new music not only from the label but from other artists.  After Sonar I am sure there will be more No Dough parties in other towns and cities so keep your eyes peeled.

5.  Who do you most admire?

This one is tricky because I admire many artists and their dedication, constant input into the industry and most of all innovation. However when it comes down to who I really admire the most , looking at the big picture and not just in the world of music, it would have to be my parents. If I achieve even half of what they have I will be proud of myself. Even though they aren’t really clued up on what it is I do, they have been through thick and thin, started with nothing and ended up much much more. To me they are a perfect example of what hard work and determination can bring you.

ND010 OUT NOW EXCLUSIVELY ON BEATPORT .

//Tracklist and info’s

Artist: Towie
Title: One Step back, two steps forward
Catalogue #: ND010
Format: wav, mp3
Release Date: 27/02/09
Release Type: Red

1. Done and Dusted
2. Roll the Dice
3. Roll the Dice (Broken’s just in time edit)

//RADIO FEEDBACK

Michel de Hey (National Radio Show)
‘Nice one, cool groove for the hips, will play’

2me (Ibiza Global Radio, SP)
‘Fantastic track, Very playable on my radio show’

Jet Project (BBC Radio Ulster, U.K)
‘Great Ep. All tracks are right up my street. The remix will sound brilliant out. Wicked programming and sick groove throughout’

Michael Stukes (Mystic Vibes, NYC)
‘Another nice one from Towie that should cause quite a stir’

Chris Boshell (Groovebox www.danceradio.gr)
‘nice work again, stripped back house, perfect for the start of a set’

Jem Haynes (Ibiza Global Radio WE LOVE SPACE,SP)
‘Nice three tracker, in the cd wallet, thanks’

La Fleur (Swedish National Radio)
‘I Like it’

Tim Richards (George FM)
‘another quality deep record’

//DJ FEEDBACKS

Anderson Noise
‘Will support’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit

Funk D’Void
‘Cooool, great bassline’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit

Misstress Barbara
‘bleepy goodness’ / Done and Dusted

David Squillace
‘I’ll play it’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit

Rodriguez Jr
Beautiful grooves. I love the sick melodies and the piano of “Done & Dusted”. Will play it a lot.

Arnaud Le Texier
‘Nice release groovy baby! My favourite one’ / Done and Dusted

Dopamine
‘Cool track’ / Done and Dusted

Tiger Stripes
‘4/5’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit
‘Sounds Good’ / Done and Dusted

Hipp-E
‘Nice trippy tech house’ / Done and Dusted
‘Nice track here, solid roller’ / Roll the Dice Broken Edit
‘Nice stuff, good tech house feelin it’ / Roll the Dice

Rui da Silva
‘Cool Beats’ / Done and Dusted

TG (Minus/Dirtbird)
‘Lovely build to this track’ / Roll the Dice

Jim Masters
‘Wicked track, charted’ / Done and Dusted

Mr No( Motor,Xlover)
‘5/5’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit

Phil K
‘Quite Nice, will be playing’ / Done and Dusted

Audio Sushi (Razzmatazz, BCN)
‘Love this, Fantastic beats and effects, want to hear more’ / Done and Dusted
‘Love this remix of the fantastic original, want to hear live’
‘Awesome tune, want to hear more’ / Roll the Dice

Frankie Flowerz
‘This is wicked’ / Roll the Dice

Jeremy P Caulifield
‘Towie Zowi Bowie Flowi..you knowie its showie! I LIKE!!’

Mistress de Funk
‘Very cool track, wicked bassline, will play’ / Roll the Dice

Paul Phusion
‘Huge Techy tune, I like the Piano elements combined with the synthesis, will definately find a place in my playlist’ / Done and Dusted

Rebekah ( KarateKlub)
‘Nice Groove, quite Jackin and funky’ / Done and Dusted

Stanny Franssen
‘Always good to play’

Gustavo Bravetti
‘Very organic and natural, with some funk/jazz/soul reminiscences and a bit of summer on it’./ Done and Dusted
‘My favorite, very groovy, unsuspected atmospheres and cinematic sounds’ / Roll the Dice
‘Nice Remix, the essence was kept and groove is more energetic’ / Roll the Dice Broken edit

Gonzalo Menoyo
‘Done And Dusted is very cool. Nice piano touch. Thanks for sending’

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