Void

A collaboration of two individuals on an electro-rock project would inevitably emerge as the band Void. Tamir Regev and Oren Emanuel originally began their partnership around late 1999. They started with a singular goal: attempt to penetrate the psychedelic trance scene. Tamir was originally a blossoming DJ appearing in sizzling New York clubs including: Twilo, Limelight, Tunnel, Vynil and 7-hour sets under the NY Bridge as “DJ Tam Tam”. Oren Emanuel was notable in his rock band in the North of Israel. Later, Oren decided to create a solo project named Hish, a rewarding venture that gained recognition from famous producers in Israel. Their quick success together resulted in catching the eye of a prospective label in the upstart, Chemical Crew. Eventually, they’d be touring around the world bringing the sound of club hits like Wake Up and No Disco to whole new audiences. The collective efforts of Tamir and Oren would produce their first LP album known as Punishment (released in 2004). Headlined by a powerful raging guitar riff in their super-hit song Machine, the combination of funk and blazing-fast guitar shredding would make them a new wave hybrid in trance music. A key track named “The Masterblaster” would showcase the band as a club sensation, utilizing slang from the past in the lyrics.
Void began greatly rising in popularity throughout the globe and featured their talents through live shows in Japan (Gathering), Brazil (XXXperience), Mexico (Yin Yang Festival), Russia (Goodfood Moscow), Germany (Full Moon), and Greece (Samothraki). Their unique brand of music also hit all the major clubs in Israel as well as performances in the rest of Europe and the US. It was clear that the duo was becoming a mainstay in trance parties. It was time to embark work on a new album, a double CD package that would be labeled the Angry Brigade. In-between its eventual release in 2006, Void cooperated in several compilations including Zoo 2, Zoo 3, (currently scheduled for Zoo 4) Chemical High(Farm Records)- Vol.1 and Vol.2, Chemical Playground and a hit track named “Psycho Killer” with the artist Skazi in Chemical Crew’s Mafia compilation. Void would go on to coin the phrase “Music with More Muscle”.
The Angry Brigade would arrive on the scene in 2006. It’s highly anticipated release included a CD featuring the psychedelic trance Void’s fans have come to know and love labeled “A”, and the acclaimed electro-rock venture of disc “B”. Disc “A” would be highlighted by Killing in the Name Of, James Brown is Dead and Xt-No. It exhibited the hardcore techno trance style with special edge of 90's techno remixes. Disc “B” would be an expansion into the duo’s creative outlet and love of electro-rock. Influenced by such bands/artists as David Gilmour, Daft Punk, Radiohead, disc “B” is codenamed the “Hero-Special project”. The unique second CD showcased another side of Void unseen before. Tracks like “Deep Blue” and “Hideaway” portrayed Void’s ability as a multi-talented artist. The track “Hero” served as a tribute to one of Void’s all time favorite bands, Pink Floyd. The featured electronic progressive rock exposed Tamir and Oren’s future aspirations.
Void is presently working on a compilation for Farm Records Japan with Chemical Crew. It will feature special remixes to Void tracks by Eskimo, S.U.N project and of course Void themselves. Expect a few new killer dance-floor hits by Void as well. Would you expect anything less? The compilation is aptly titled “Music with More Muscle” and will be released in early Spring 2007. Finally the sequel to The Angry Brigade, labeled Void III is due for release in Christmas 2007. Get your stockings ready because even Santa can’t wait to get his hands on it.