A single piece of music can produce wonders and this tune has the ability to transcend. It is elevating and soul wrenching in the most positive way. That moment when your mind is exploring unknown territory and there are visions, real or imaginary, of the colors of the sun morphing and melting. It's breathing beauty. It's the moment of elation and understanding that not many have experienced but those that have, can feel the connection that's nearly indescribable.
HXLY, local Buffalo DJ duo comprised of Kyle Tatum and Brian Doyle, have developed greatly with their music production, all the while with undeniable talent. Their productions have transformed from when they were roommates in a Canisius dorm room to their signing with Heavy Artillery Recordings, and I must say this piece truly left me speechless. I have long-awaited for a production from them with this certain sound, and I believe it demonstrates their high caliber. I'm hooked, similar to when they released the preview of their track entitled "Georger's Hayday."
It is wonderfully symphonic and the female serenade is graceful, and that's all I'll leave you with. The rest is for you to enjoy. This is the type of song that needs to be experienced.
It's HXLY's "Taste the Sun" -- but it's only a preview of the track, so enjoy the taste.
Not only was Buffalo impressed with Excision's set Monday night at Town Ballroom, but the feeling was reciprocated. "You guys know your shit, good for you!" he exclaimed into the mic as the crowd reacted to "Undah Yuh Skirt" a consistently banging track since Zeds Dead released it.
Prior to Excision was a quick set from Buffalo's own Stuntman, followed by fellow touring DJs Lucky Date and Liquid Stranger. Liquid Stranger, whom I was very much looking forward to, had a great opening set and was a perfect warm up for the intense sound to come.
The specially designed 100,000 watt PK sound system vibrated from the floor of the venue up and through to the end of your nose (no exaggeration.) Little colored ear plugs were undoubtedly in many ears that night. The "x vision" visualizer was projected upon a large geometric structure in the shape of an X, three spikes were erect on either side, the ones closest to the electric letter reached upwards like the horns of a bull. He and his decks were raised and behind at the intersection of the X.
The crowd danced without a lull and a mosh pit formed in front of the stage. When his set came to a close, everyone cheered for an encore with their arms raised and crossed to form an "x." Encouraged by an emphatic audience, he continued the show with two more tracks one of which was "Louder" by DJ Fresh. Not that the show could have gotten any louder.
If you didn't attend the after-party, you sincerely goofed. Stuntman, HXLY and SwaggleRock had phenomenal sets and the quaint underground Soundlab was jam-packed with Excision go-ers ready to rage through the night. I'm sure Tuesday morning, many were left with sore legs and ringing ears, but it was well worth it.
The "X" Tour is hitting Town Ballroom tonight with the 100,000 watt sound system specifically designed for this massive dubstep performance. MNM Presents the sounds of Excision, Liquid Stranger and Lucky Date that will be blasting through the 18'' sub-woofers while a video feature entitled "x vision", an intelligent video mapping system to enhance and escalate.
Excision has designed a show that brings memorable stories; he does not just perform but brings an experience. Canadian native and only 22 years old, this DJ and producer has quickly gained popularity in his productions and the noteworthy unique performance of drum n bass, dubstep and metal influenced sets. He is also known for his collaborative work with Datsik, another dubstep artist whom was in Buffalo about a month ago with Steve Aoki and the Deadmeat Tour.
Perhaps the artist I'm most excited for tonight is Liquid Stranger. His experimental merging of various genres has signed him to a handful of record labels and got him on stage of numerous music festivals. In 2003 he launched The Liquid Stranger Project, from which Martin Stääf developed his moniker hoping to keep it a secret alias.
Lucky Date, DJ and producer originally from San Fransisco is only 20 years old. At such a young age, he has already produced official remixes for artists such as Crystal Castles and Zedd. Among his achievements include being signed to electro label Big Fish Recordings and his synth engineering. He is known for genres such as bass aggressive electro, tech house, progressive house, dutch house and dubstep.
Doors open at 8pm and the show ends at midnight.
Here are the time slots, so plan accordingly.
8pm - 8:30 - Stuntman
8:30 - 9:30 - Liquid Stranger
9:30 - 10:30 - Lucky Date
10:30 - 12am - EXCISION
Not sure what to do with yourself after raging at the Ballroom?
Lucky for you there's an after-party at Soundlab.
Only $5 cover with proof of your Excision ticket.
12am-4am featuring SwaggleRock, HXLY and Stuntman.
Get through your work day and take a disco nap if necessary - it's going to be one hell of a night.
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