Category: Previews
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Bend to the Light: Rinzen’s Sensational Storytelling
Musicians and producers imbue emotive messages into their harmonies. When their creations touch my ears, my mind conjures images of meanings. One of the beautiful byproducts of song is the myriad of ways it affects listeners of differing walks of life. It reminds me of a quote from legendary, multi-faceted composer and producer, Roy Ayers.…
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Sqwerv’s Hors D’oeuvres, Part 1: A Tasty Sampler
Finding and listening to new music, however it comes my way, is one of life’s treasures as much as a leisurely stroll through the natural serenity of Earth’s splendor. English poet William Cowper famously said in his 1785 poem, ‘The Task’, “Variety is the spice of life, That gives it all its flavour.” Through this…
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Barclay Crenshaw’s Impending Voyage: Open Channels Tour
After twenty years performing under the alias Claude VonStroke, Barclay Crenshaw is set to blast off on a brand-new adventure. The legendary house producer is dedicating 2024 to his longstanding passion for the sounds of bass, dub, hip-hop, funk, and jungle that he’s always treasured. On behalf of HEAR Magazine, I caught up with him…
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Anticipating Secret Dreams
Music and arts festivals just hit different. With the emphasis on creativity through community, patrons become participants in the blink of an eye. Combine those aspects with wholesome amounts of artists and artistry, musicians, the finest producers, and production, all with support from eager and earnest professionals from a variety of trades and walks of…
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TRUTH @ Joe’s on Weed Street
They say the truth will set you free. You see, truth is defined as the quality or state of being true. Likewise, an accurate deciphering of the word true is, simply put, in accordance with reality. Now, you may have questions. Why are we determining definitions of truth? Is this for entertainment purposes? Are we…
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From Our Minds
There are entities committed to enlightenment, shared knowledge, and understanding for the betterment of their communities. Through efforts of collaboration and instruction, these souls encourage new voices to spring forth and join life’s symphonic celebration. One such luminary is Richie Hawtin, a constant source of education and encouragement to peers and budding electronic devotees alike.…
