Adam X meets "Mad" Mike Banks - Sonic Groove Podcast
In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down in Detroit with one of technoās most iconic and influential figures: "Mad" Mike Banks. Best known for his revolutionary work with Underground Resistance, the legendary label he co-founded with Jeff Mills, Mikeās impact on electronic music is profound and far-reaching.
This rare conversation dives deep into Mike's early musical inspirations, the powerful role of Detroit radio in the '80s and '90s, first productions made in his mother's basement, the humble beginnings of Underground Resistance, gear that shaped his early sound and much more!
Whether you're a long-time techno lover or just discovering the roots of the genre, this episode is a must-listen.
Tune in for an intimate look into the mind of a true visionary.
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Executive Producer: Holger Wick / Sense Music & Media
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Adam X meets Electric Indigo - Sonic Groove Podcast
In this Sonic Grooves Podcast episode, Adam X sits down with Electric Indigo, an integral part of the techno scene since the early ā90s. From the underground scene in Vienna to working at the legendary Hardwax record store in Berlin, breaking through on the U.S. East Coast US rave scene in the mid 90's, and founding Female Pressure to support women and non-binary artists in electronic musicāthis conversation is a deep dive into the evolution of techno. Ā
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Adam X meets Daniel Bell - Sonic Groove Podcast
In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X reconnects with longtime friend Daniel Bell, a true pioneer of minimal techno and house music. With a friendship spanning 35 years, they delve into Daniel's musical journey, beginning with his entry into the electronic music scene in the 1980s. They discuss his groundbreaking work in the early '90s with Richie Hawtin as part of the hard-rave techno group Cybersonik on Plus 8 Records, and then dive deep into his influential solo career as DBX, a name that helped define the sound of minimalistic techno.
Expect an in-depth conversation filled with industry insights, personal reflections, and untold stories from two underground legends. If you're passionate about techno, house, and the evolution of electronic music, this episode is a must-listen!
#SonicGroovePodcast #TechnoLegends #MinimalTechno #DanielBell #DBX #AdamX #RichieHawtin #Plus8Records #ElectronicMusic #UndergroundTechno
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Adam X meets Kittin - Sonic Groove Podcast
In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with the legendary DJ and producer Kittin, one of the pioneering women of the French techno and electro scene. During this 70-minute conversation, they take a deep dive into her incredible journeyāfrom the underground raves of the 1990s to becoming a globally recognized DJ, producer, and artist. They discuss Kittinās early days in the electronic music scene, her experiences traveling across Franceās first raves, the evolution of techno and electro music, and her perspective on the industry today.
If youāre a fan of techno, electro, and underground rave culture, this is a conversation you wonāt want to miss!
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Adam X meets DJ Hyperactive - Sonic Groove Podcast
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In this Sonic Groove Podcast episode Adam X speaks with Chicago icon DJ Hyperactive, an influential player in the ā90s US techno landscape. Hyperactive recounts his experiences growing up in ā80s Chicago and witnessing the evolution from house music to techno music. From early warehouse parties to participating in the rave revolution across the US and beyond, he shares insights from his journey in the world of electronic music. Donāt miss this deep dive into the scene!
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