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SPIN Sets Presents: Sky Society
A limitless entity, completely fused with music and the divine, Sky Society is ready to reach beyond the heavens. With an infectious mystical optimism, Sky Society thrives off of exploration and acceptance of being a creative conduit with a purpose to cultivate oneness. Within the spiritual lens, he’s been able to defy many labels and programming, which has led him to ultimately transform into a multidimensional artist. His music is a sonic journal that documents his innermost curiosities and struggles, each carefully and meticulously conveyed within the production, song structure, instrumentation, and lyricism. What’s perhaps most unique about his artistic approach towards making music, is how organically minimal, but impactful the songs can be. There’s an effortless execution that makes ...
SPIN Sets Presents: Carl Craig
Carl Craig is nothing short of legendary, and there’s no question he’s earned that title fair and square. Being in the scene for over 30 years, specifically in the underground electronic scene, has cemented Carl Craig as a household name and leader for those in the house/techno subspheres. A symbol for non-conformity, he’s created a blueprint for how to establish an authentic artistic identity and defines what it looks like to succeed by separating yourself from the herd. Carl has expanded into a well established brand through his art exhibition ventures and more closely to his heart, his label, Planet-E. Celebrating the label’s 30th Anniversary is a huge accolade in his career, as it’s a celebration of 30 years of keeping the underground spirit of electronic alive and well. SPIN took a mo...
SPIN Sets Presents: Felix Cartal
Felix Cartal is no novice to the industry. He’s currently just released his fourth album, Expensive Sounds For Nice People and like much of his musical peers, psyched for the touring days to resume after a dreaded pause. Cartal’s journey has become centered on a more uplifting phase of his life, finding the optimism in every moment and silver lining to every circumstance. This sweetly toned perspective coupled with Cartal’s signature emotive electro-pop sound, makes for a complete and thoroughly explored collection of rose-colored, upbeat tracks. At this point in his life, Felix Cartal is clear on the trajectory of his career and understands the power in letting himself play and setting himself free. SPIN caught up with the Canadian producer as he dives into his the making of Expensive Sou...
SPIN Sets Presents: Planet Giza
The Canadian Hip-Hop trio known as Planet Giza have been quickly emerging into the spotlight with their chill-hop songs that are circulating on heavy rotation. With their recently released EP, Don’t Throw Rocks At The Moon, the genre defying group establish themselves as a versatile and creatively committed bunch. Although they’re no newcomers to the music scene, the dedication to their craft has been paying off and finally starting to give them the recognition they deserve. Their sound reflects the collective’s laid back, yet confident attitude and sets some exciting expectations for what’s coming ahead in the near future. SPIN had a chat with Planet Giza to discuss their sonic influences, the making of Don’t Throw Rocks At The Moon, their signature style, and more. Stream the EP here. Wh...
SPIN Sets Presents: Gilligan Moss
Dynamic duo Gilligan Moss aim to bring the sunshine wherever they go. The NYC based producers have bloomed into the musical spotlight, emerging with their self-titled debut album, Gilligan Moss. This project is an open invitation into their effervescent universe, delivering 13 tracks of nu-disco, indie-pop grooviness. Gilligan Moss are an infinite energetic source that boldly project their fun and bubbly outlook onto everything they do, humbly evolving along with their music. They stopped by to talk to SPIN about their rising career, their origin story, their debut album, and more. Stream the new album here. Who is Gilligan Moss and what do you stand for? Gilligan Moss is against climate change, Nazis, and the bad guys, and we support the culture, the kids, and the working man....
SPIN Sets Presents: Popeska
Popeska believes in the pursuit towards true individuality. Reveling in the wonders of simplicity, he aims to inspire others to overcome the misconception of deconstructing the self in order to fit in. As lustrous as music entertainment may be and how easy it is for artists to lose themselves in all the fame and fortune – authenticity is the name of his game. With pride and preservation of his true identity, Popeska does not shy away from laying bare all of his relatable human nature. His true ‘what you see is what you get’ approach invites others to be inspired in embracing their own journeys within their own standards. The fun-loving producer took a moment to chat with SPIN about his recent album, RAMBLINGS, letting go of perfectionism, becoming comfortable in your own skin, owning your ...
SPIN Sets Presents: ASW
ASW is a radiant and unique symbol for resilience and redemption. He’s undefinable and in constant evolution, never losing sight of his purpose. Surfing the tides of the unknown with grace and optimism, he is here to reflect the teachings of his journey through darkness into enlightenment, unto his music. The Seattle based producer/songwriter has emerged from the deep roots of his identity into the electronic sphere once again – only this time, as a solo artist ready to unveil a story that’s finally ready to be told. ASW stopped by SPIN to chat about his passion project/upcoming EP, Dahlia, some of his greatest influences, his mission towards finding inner peace, being a mental health advocate, spreading love, and much more. Be sure to check out his newly released single, “Roots” here. Who...
SPIN Sets Presents: LP Giobbi
A symbol and advocate for gender equality, female empowerment, non-conformity, love, and perseverance, LP Giobbi has been taking the electronic world by storm with her music and iron will. Always on the move and leading by example, she is a proud woman that does it all. When she’s not in the studio producing or performing soul-illuminating DJ sets, she’s an activist, creative director, and leader of FEMME HOUSE – an educational platform she founded to address the lack of representation and equity in electronic music by empowering women as artistic creators. Read on as one of the the brightest lights and contributing voices in the music sphere stops by to chat with SPIN about breaking constructs, building resilience in the music industry, creating FEMME HOUSE, and so much more. Be sure to c...
Novak Djokovic beats Alejandro Fokina to reach Italian Open quarter-finals
World number one Novak Djokovic swept into the Italian Open quarter-finals on Thursday with a straight sets wins over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in front of spectators who were allowed to watch in the Foro Italico for the first time. The five-time Rome champion won through 6-2, 6-1 in 1hr 10min against the 48th-ranked Spaniard with the venue filled to 25 per cent of capacity. “It was not good, it was great. I missed the crowd,” said the 33-year-old Serb. “It was nice to see them back.” After losing his opening service game, Djokovic powered back with five breaks of serve, outclassing his rival, despite a late fightback, to seal the win on his sixth match point. “He started well, but I managed to break back straight away and establish the control and consistency. “I thought I played at lea...
Manchester United could lose points against Liverpool after Old Trafford protests
Manchester United could face punishment from the FA and Premier League over protests at the stadium ahead of their game against Liverpool on Sunday. The league clash between the two historic rivals was postponed at the weekend, as fans protested outside Old Trafford pre-match and eventually made their way inside the stadium. The two sets of players did not leave their hotels for the stadium, and there is no clear date set for when the game will be held. According to the Daily Mirror, the FA’s rulebook in section 8.3.4 states if United are at fault for the game not happening, Liverpool are awarded the result and three points. It reads: “In the event of a match being abandoned due to the conduct of one Club or its members or supporters the Board has the power to order that the match is not r...
SPIN Sets Presents: Myd
Myd’s career has become more than a quest for musical fame or technical perfectionism. With a sharp focus on creative integrity and a liberated mindset, he’s here to drown out all external expectations and reach success by his own imperfectly perfect standards. With his new LP, Born A Loser (out today), Myd courageously displays his unapologetic outlook on his life and career. This album reflects a new period of rediscovery that cemented purpose and furthermore, amplified Myd’s inner artistic voice. SPIN took a brief moment to catch up with the French electronic producer about the making of Born A Loser, his search for authenticity, his hopes for the future of electronic music and much more. Be sure to stream his new album here. Who is Myd and what do you stand for? You have to ...
Roger Federer hints at withdrawal from French Open after Saturday’s hard won match
Former world one, Roger Federer, was made to go at great lengths to reach the last 16 of a Grand Slam for a record-extending 68th time by Germany’s world number 59 Dominik Koepfer in their battle, which the Swiss won 7-6 (7-5) 6-7 (3-7) 7-6 (7-4) 7-5 in a late-night slugfest at Roland Garros. Although the tennis icon was solid in his opening two matches, with encouraging victories over qualifier Denis Istomin and former US Open champion Marin Cilic, upon his return to Open action after two knee surgeries, he got a tough test of his mettle on Saturday. The 20-time Grand Slam champion knew it was not going to be plain sailing, as newsmen reported him as saying, and he found out just how in the night-session showdown with Germany’s Koepfer. It was tough enough to make Federer admit that, base...