Events . Longturn Presents: Audiojack

Longturn Presents: Audiojack

The Gymnasium | East Liberty | Ages 21+

We're back at the Gymnasium on April 29 and will be joined by Crosstown Rebels' Audiojack! Audiojack are the Leeds-grown DJ duo, record label owners and producers behind some of the biggest house records of the last two decades. We're thrilled to have such an iconic, global duo take over the massive gymnasium space for the full audio/visual experience.

On direct support this time will be our very own Koop premiering his new artist name, Koopmusik. Joining him will Longturn founder Brendan Barstow making his return for us and Sentient Productions' Nice Nate making his Longturn debut.

Production will be supplied once again by Rush Promo, lasers by Tyler Boyken, and a full Hennessy Sound System rig by Northgate Labs.

Decor, design, and performance direction from the mind of Kayla McCormick.

Discount code for cheaper hotel rooms at the venue located here: https://s.kasa.com/DISCOTHEQUE

Audiojack | Crosstown Rebels / Gruuv | Leeds/Ibiza
https://soundcloud.com/audiojackofficial

Fresh off the release of their second album, 'Surface Tension', a conceptual story which features the hit Feels Good, with Jem Cooke on vocals, Audiojack are entering what might be called the major phase of their career. This, of course, is not to diminish the solid reputation they have built over the last fifteen years as DJs, producers, remixers and label curators with original releases on labels like Crosstown Rebels, 2020Vision and Hot Creations, remixes on labels including Moon Harbour, B-Pitch Control and Diynamic, and artists like Underworld, Groove Armada and Hot Since 82 who have enlisted their talents for remixes.

Starting out on Ralph Lawson’s 2020Vision recordings in 2006, the label in which they released their debut album ‘Radio’ and several bestselling EPs including ‘Get Serious’ and ‘No Equal Sides’, in 2016 they signed to Jamie Jones’ infamous Hot Creations label with the heavily played ‘Vibrate’ EP, and subsequently joined up with Damian Lazarus and his Crosstown Rebels crew - starting out with ‘Turya’ which brings the words of a guided meditation into a club setting, then ‘Implications’, one of many of their collaborations with Kevin Knapp on vocals, followed by ‘Reverie’ featuring the voice of Osho which became one of the bestselling tracks of 2018, cementing their position as Crosstown Rebels bestselling artist in recent years. It was therefore a natural decision to release their sophomore album ‘Surface Tension’ on the imprint in 2021.

Audiojack also release on other prominent labels, including 8bit, Dirtybird, Knee Deep in Sound, Do Not Sleep, Systematic and their own Gruuv imprint. Running their own dancefloor focused label Gruuv since 2010 has provided an alternative home for their original music. EPs such as ‘Stay Glued’ and ‘These Days’, plus their remake of Jaydee's classic 'Plastic Dreams', were received with critical acclaim. The label has garnered a reputation for nurturing the best talent, both new and old, counting Emanuel Satie, David Mayer, Marc Romboy, Stimming, Joyce Muniz, Whitesquare and Gorge amongst its catalogue.

It’s Audiojack’s passion for DJing which has always driven their desire to produce music, from day one. With over two decades behind the decks, they craft their sets with energy and panache. Accolades include a nomination in DJ Mag’s Best of British awards and mixing the legendary Essential Mix on BBC Radio 1. Over the last fifteen years they’ve toured in hundreds of cities in over sixty countries. Remaining true to their beliefs and staying relevant without being contrived is at the core of Audiojack's success. The duo never rests on their laurels, reinventing themselves whenever necessary, always in an organic manner. In today's fast-paced, ever growing electronic music world it's not always easy to keep a cool head and maintain credibility and integrity. Audiojack stand proud as an example of how to do things the right way.

For more on Audiojack:
https://www.facebook.com/audiojackmusic
https://ra.co/dj/audiojack
https://www.instagram.com/audiojackofficial/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Uvzk4iffO4mvchgRNJjbs

Featuring Artists:

Koopmusik | Longturn Music / Suprematic Sounds | Pittsburgh
https://soundcloud.com/koopmusik

Koopmusik, or Koop for short, didn’t find his love for music until later in life when the Pittsburgh native discovered electronic music as a way to help him escape his 9 to 5 job. His passion for music and obsessive curiosity led him to countless clubs and festivals around the globe, helping to cultivate his characteristic sound. Koop draws heavy influences ranging from progressive & organic house to deep tech & melodic techno yet always balancing melody, emotion, and groove. Although the broader range of melodic stylings, one thing for certain is Koop doesn’t veer too far away from something that “thumps”. After years of DJing parties on the east coast and across the midwest, performing at regional festivals, producing his monthly podcast ReKooperate Radio, and curating events with Longturn Music, Koop is making that musical escape his reality.

Koopmusik has been called upon to support the likes of Chris Lake, Jody Wisternoff, Justin Martin, Nora En Pure, Amtrac, Kill Frenzy, Eli Escobar, Enamour, EDX, Simon Doty, Oona Dahl, Nhii, Rinzen, and more. When live events shut down in 2020, Koop began to refine his production talents in the studio. Already seeing results with releases on the likes of Data Transmission, Andhera Records, Fruity Recordings, Deep Tech Recordings, MK837, Club Rapture, and Suprematic Sounds. Koop has been preparing his catalogue with an abundant supply of original music ready to reveal on his adventures around the world.

For more on Koopmusik:
instagram.com/koopmusik
facebook.com/koopmusik
beatport.com/artist/koopmusik/884011
open.spotify.com/artist/0MG2GSk6vrs7lGMHXEB59d

Brendan Barstow | Andhera Records | Pittsburgh
https://soundcloud.com/bbarstowbeats
instagram.com/brendan_barstow/
https://www.facebook.com/brendanbarstow
https://www.beatport.com/artist/brendan-barstow/825247
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Ot5Nh1sv7Ho4Q3VHp3Npj

Nice Nate | Sentient Productions | Pittsburgh
https://soundcloud.com/nice-nate
https://www.instagram.com/djnicenate/
https://www.facebook.com/djnicenate
https://www.beatport.com/artist/nice-nate/146671
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nice-nate/395430004

In the era when America's Rust Belt got its name, factory workers labored on a 12-hour day or night shift for two weeks straight. To switch shifts, one group would have to work 24-hours straight and cover the labor gap. This grueling shift became known as the Longturn. Longturn music was founded to give people with day jobs a space to spend their second shift. No bottle service, no passwords, just a dance floor filled with good people and good music.

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