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Terrific Two’s: Celebrating Pursuit of the Happier Self
“To laugh often and love much; to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children; to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Today, I celebrate vision and endurance. Perseverance. The ability to suffer gracefully, all the while continuing…
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Previewing Syndicate Sound Session 013 : Beatific Beatboxers and Beautiful Beat Masters
I’m a big fan of Suburban Sound Syndicate, their members, and the events they throw. From the moment I entered their realm of presentation back in July 2024, I’ve felt at home at their events. There’s something different about the way this organization operates. Maybe it’s the way they carry themselves. Possibly it’s how welcoming…
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Astrality Continues Upwards Ascent With His Latest Remix of Tommy Down’s ‘Mrs Blue’
Astrality, aka Daniele Cataneo, has carved out his own niche in the sphere of electronic music thanks to his penchant for blending genres like techno, house, and pop. The music he creates is deeply personal and reflects a plethora of inspiration from artists like Daft Punk, Disclosure, John Lee Hooker, and Jamiroquai to name a…
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Speaking with Sonnee: Warmth Through SOLAA and his Innershy EP
On June 13, 2025, Sonnee, aka Charlie Mannion, released his newest EP titled Innershy. Containing three tracks, it reflects Sonnee’s penchant for producing emotionally charged dance rhythms. Joining “Heartfalls” (feat Khazali) and “Pollen” is Sonnee’s newest release, “u+i”, a delightful tune that speaks to the restful moments in between misty evenings and eventide echoes. This…
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North Coast 2025: Commemorating 15 Years With an Incredible Celebration
North Coast has been a staple of Chicago’s festival scene for over a decade. This edition registers the fifteen-year mark, a significant milestone that speaks volumes about the passionate people who contribute their talents and services to making sure this unique event continues forth. Throughout North Coast’s storied lineage, organizers have always committed to putting…
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Movement 2025: Celebrating More Than Just Techno and Community
Once upon a time, Detroit started Movement. It wasn’t always called Movement, but the spirit and soul of this festival has stayed consistent from the beginning in reflecting the intangibles of this city and its community, regardless of the namesake it carries. Let me offer a bit of backstory to the origins of Detroit’s very…
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Suburban Sound Syndicate is Leveling Up Their Experience
If you’re anything like me, you reference philosophies for rationalizing progression through life. Maybe you appreciate Ancient Greek philosophers like Thales, Diogenes, Socrates, Aristotle, or Plato. Conversely, Stoic wisdom from the likes of Dardanus, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius might be more your flavor. How about nihilism with Nietzsche or the kind of sorrowful pessimism supplied…
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Frenetic and Fast: Charlotte de Witte’s “No Division”
Charlotte de Witte is on a mission. After fifteen years touring across the world, she’s gearing up to release her eponymous debut album November 7, 2025. Yea, you heard me right, we’re finally getting a full-fledged Charlotte de Witte record with ALL the fixings. Has Christmas come early? Naw man, it’s May 29, and summer…
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Talking with TSHA: Movement, Jackfruit, and the Essence of Dance Music
It was 2023 when I first witnessed TSHA perform in Detroit, MI for the annual Movement Music Festival (formerly DEMF – Detroit Electronic Music Festival). As I explored the grounds of Hart Plaza, moving between stages and catching all my senses could handle of the bevy of entertainment, fresh rhythms and fun melodies beckoned me…
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Datagrama Clothing Makes High Fashion and Hot Socks Look Easy
Alright gang, bring it in, because today I’ve got a special presentation for you. This episode is the first of its kind from the Electro Scribe. I’m fashioning a product review for the Datagrama homies, and sharing a story about how their eye-catching designs and awesome products bring sweet and gentle characters together. Through superb…
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The Quantum Theory of Entangled Mind
*Link for tickets to Syndicate Sound Session 008 ft. Entangled Mind Music is art, but is there some science to it as well? I like to think so. Science is “the observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of phenomena (Wordnik.com).” It’s like a body of knowledge gained through experience. Scientists share facts and…
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New Eden: An Intersection of Music and Storytelling
I have a deep affinity for enthralling adventures. Whether it’s books, movies, music, television, or video games, I appreciate original and unique intellectual properties. At the core of these creations are individuals who inject deep seeded passions into everything they touch. Naz is one such visionary spawning evocative productions combining her love for literature and…
