AO

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JUN 4-29
* Homage ( Cube Gallery , 7 Hamilton Ave. N., Ottawa, CA)
* group show
* participating artist
JUNE 20 (22h00)
* Techcetera (Freehouse @ 296 Elgin St., Ottawa, CA)
* dj's Jason P., AO, and Misha
* vj DO
Canadian electro-tech-minimal dj + producer + promoter . . .
While tech-house + minimal is my main focus, I also dig electro , down-tempo , and eclectic "thrift store finds." The broad appeal of this unique blend results in regular invitations to play at a variety of events -- from private parties to afterhours clubs to art vernissages -- in places such as Ottawa , Toronto , New York , France , Dublin , Amsterdam , and Berlin .
With a love for both tradition and technology , I play vinyl , and digitaly ; external efx and looping add to the fun. I feel that the technical role of the dj is to explore and exploit the mix, using smooth programming and varied tranistions to create unique, spontaneous sets appropriate to the mood of the crowd.
I believe the dj's musical role is to share new sounds with new audiences . . . speaking of which, here are some of my mixes :
Head Shop
glitchy + moody minimal
dj mix with SSL + loops + efx
download here (right click + save as)
Droppin' off the kids in Paris
minimal / tech-house
dj mix with SSL + loops + efx
download here (right click + save as)
Pressing Buttons
lounge / house / electro
dj mix with SSL + loops
download here (right click + save as)
M_nus M_x
groovy / minimal techno
various releases from the Minus label
dj mix with two turntables + looper + filter
download here (right click + save as)
Tracklists and more dj mixes here . . . See me in person for high quality CD versions of my latest mixes!
Back in Ottawa , with custom lighting, live video, and guest dj's from across Canada, I co-host the successful monthly event, Techcetera , with dj Jason P. , building new audiences for minimal electronic music in Canada's capital city.
Here's the Techcetera teaser video to tell you a bit about our night (for better audio, make sure to stop the music player above first):
The above video features a visual mix by Ryan Stec ( Artengine.ca ) and my Eternity Begins dj mix (with tracks by Rex the Dog, Marc Houle, and False). See me in person to get the full DVD .
I also make things.
Here's a video of my recent light sculpture , "Conduit (i)" (more info here ):
Below is a sample of my painting / collage work (you can see more here ) . . .
"spokey dope"
12" x 12" acrylic + photocopy transfer on canvas
"You are kind-hearted and hospitable, cheerful and well-liked."
5" x 7" acrylic + collage + photocopy transfer on canvas
You can see more work here .