Karl Almaria
From identifying a Bob
James song in an elevator, performing an air guitar riff to a Led Zeppelin song,
singing along with the latest Auto Zone TV commercial, to dropping the latest
underground house cut, Karl Almaria is all about enjoying music. Karl loves a
wide range of music, but living in Chicago almost all of his life has given him
the opportunity to witness the evolution of house music over the years from its
local early stages to the worldwide sound it is now. Today, Karl Almaria can be
found not only enjoying house music, but living it as well.
Whether it’s spinning alone, at a bar for 15 people, or at an event for 1500
people, Karl is simply a DJ at heart that enjoys it all. “Yeah, there’s nothing
like creating a vibe and connecting with a receptive crowd … but there’s also
something special about connecting with the music alone.†In the early days,
Karl was content listening to mix tapes, collecting records, and spinning at
home. It wasn’t long before others took notice and he began playing out on a
regular basis. 10+ years DJ experience, a creative mixing style, and on-point
track selection have now taken him to DJ gigs in 17 states in the US and have
earned him an ever-growing booking schedule - including several residencies in
his hometown of Chicago and beyond. Karl currently co-hosts (with John Mork of
The Sound Republic) Sizzled - a successful monthly house night held at Lava
Chicago [www.sizzledchicago.com].
Karl also heads up house record label, Bunchlox Music. The imprint’s consistent
quality releases have quickly created an international following. Like DJing,
Karl’s great ear for music has been successful in selecting the best of both
established and up-and-coming producers. Bunchlox Music has been one of the
first labels to sign artists such as Avondale Music Society, Jake Childs, Jazzy
Eyewear, Jonn Hawley, The Sound Republic, and Southern Roots. “If it’s good,
it’s good … and people will feel it, no matter whose name is on the record.â€
Along with DJing and running Bunchlox, Karl has also been focusing on
production. His original tracks and remixes have found their way into many DJ’s
sets (including Derrick Carter, Diz, DJ Heather, Mark Farina, and Raoul Belmans)
and have become the subject of track IDs in many underground house circles.
Karl has released tracks on Hudd Traxx, Guess Who?, and Red Brunette. He is
currently working on many more original and remix projects. “I never thought
that I would ever say this, but I might enjoy producing just as much as I enjoy
DJing.†Enjoying the music more than ever, Karl is showing no signs of slowing
down. Moving forward, Karl Almaria and Bunchlox Music are two names you will
continue to hear much more from!
Mixes For Download:
KarlAlmaria.DJRemedy.MidwayStrangers_SundayBrunchlox001_05.1 7.09
KarlAlmaria_LiveOnWNUR_05.18.09
KarlAlmaria_BunchloxRadio005_05.19.09
KarlAlmaria_BunchloxRadio004_05.12.09
KarlAlmaria_BunchloxRadio003_05.05.09
KarlAlmaria_BunchloxRadio002_04.28.09
KarlAlmaria_BunchloxRadio001_04.21.09
KarlAlmaria_Jackrabbit
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtSizzled(Downtempo)_03.13.09
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtSizzled(Downtempo)_02.06.09
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtGrizzled_10.10.08
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtSizzled(Downtempo)_01.09.09
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtGrizzled_12.01.07
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtGrizzled_05.03.08
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtSizzled(Set1-Downtempo)_12.12.08
KarlAlmaria_LiveAtSizzled(Set2-House)_12.12.08
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