Weekend Weapons…Steve Lawler

Weekend Weapons…Steve Lawler

17 June, 2010 | 6.14AM

• Written by: Kornel Koch
• Filed under: Music News: steve lawler, viva

When Steve Lawler won “Best DJ” in DJ Mag’s “Best of British” poll last year, it was a fitting tribute to a DJ who has a longer history than most bringing quality underground music to the people, from the early days of acid house to his game-changing residency at Cream and his Viva Nights parties at The End.

Traveling widely, Lawler keeps his ears open for the freshest talent from the most unexpected places—something that shows in the output of his VIVa MUSiC label, a steadfast supporter of unknown artists and rising talents. Check out Lawler’s Weekend Weapons and get inspired.

MMM, ‘Nous Sommes MMM’ [MMM]

I love this track! 1992 all over again. Can’t wait to hear more from this purist techno label.

Tanov, ‘Revelant (Steve Lawler Remix)’ [Monique]

Yes, one of my own, but been a weapon in my crate for some time now. Big room jackin’ shaky beats that seem to blow up on any dance floor, one I’m proud of.

Edu Imbernon & Los Suruba, ‘Pisco Sour’ [NM2]

Crisp, heavy beats accompanied by some old-school flavoured vox samples. With its techno kick and bottom end and the house percussion, this is, in my humble opinion, what real ‘tech’ (techno) house is…

Jay Lumen, ‘Is Mine’ [100% Pure]

Really into Jay’s take on pumping house and techno. Just signed a track from him to VIVa MUSiC, and I’m constantly on the lookout for his new material… Rolling bass, loopy beats and vocal stabs with a couple of filtered breakdowns thrown in for crowd measure.

Ralphi Rosario, ‘You Used to Hold Me’ [Trax]

I’m so happy to see Trax has digitally enhanced and re-released all its catalogue. This was one of the first record labels I bought, and was always in my record box. This has always been one of my favourites, and now in its full glory it can always be heard at the end of my sets.

AND.ID, ‘Erotica’ [Mobilee]

One of the best tracks by far to come out in 2010.  A standout record that will stand the test of time. This track is so wobbly you need a dancing pole to keep you from falling!

Rodrigo Laffertt, ‘Amuleto’ [VIVa MUSiC]

Our latest exclusive VIVa signing comes from Chile and is the most exiting producer I have heard in some time. He is capable of anything in the studio. The EP this track belongs to has much South American flavour, so keep your ears open for a lot more to come in coming months.

Luca Bernardi, ‘Life Is a Gamble’ [Soulman Music]

Been a biggie for me for some time and just missed signing it. Waiting for more from this fairly new producer!

*Photo: Steve Wise/Woolhouse Studios

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