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on May 14, 2012 -
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Made Event presents Dash Berlin

Dash Berlin is the creator of the “Dash Berlin Sound” – an ambitious and unprecedented new sound of trance that is futuristic and scintillating, moving and emotive. It caught the ear of none other than Armin van Buuren in 2007, who featured Dash Berlin’s debut track Till The Sky Falls Down on his legendary “Universal Religion” album. In 2009, Dash Berlin released his critically acclaimed debut album, “The New Daylight”, which features instant classics such as Till The Sky Falls Down, Man On The Run, Waiting and Never Cry Again.

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on May 4, 2012 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Dashius Clay

Twitter is amazing. I have met so many people on there. People that don’t “get” Twitter need to create an account and try it out. I met Dashius Clay on Twitter, and was immediately impressed with his level of engagement and more importantly his music. He has a wide range of sounds from rap to electronic dance music. His work is great, and I love his videos. Oh, and his lyrics. Styles like this make me think about David Correy, a performer who has coined his genre as “urban rock”.

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on May 1, 2012 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Dot Dot Dot

A couple of months ago, I went down to Bloomington to see Fitz and The Tantrums with my buddy Braden. It was a free show at The Bluebird, and I was stoked to see them perform. When we got there, I saw a poster for Dot Dot Dot, a cover band that I have heard a lot of great things about. They were there later that week. I had never seen them, but knew they put on a good show. We got in, grabbed a drink, and found a place to stand. Sure enough Dot Dot Dot was opening up for Fitz and The Tantrums! I couldn’t believe it.

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on April 30, 2012 -
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Paper Diamond Announces New EP Wavesight

“Wavesight” also features a collaboration with Nasimiyu, a singer songwriter based out of New Orleans, on the track Turn The Lights Off. Her original music is a mix of rootsy folk, funk, and forward-looking contemporary soul, influenced by her own travels and experiences as well as the musical heritage of New Orleans. “Wavesight” is merely a taste of what Paper Diamond has in store. You can expect a slew of new music releases, collaborations, videos, and tour dates in the near future.

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on April 29, 2012 -
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SIZE MATTERS: Steve Angello wants YOU

Size Records has proven not only a promising platform for diverse talent and fresh sounds alike, but a breeding ground for the impending legacies of the next generation of game changing house music trailblazers. One-third of the dance music prodigy Swedish House Mafia and label-head of Size Records, Steve Angello is preparing his first Size Records takeover at the Palladium on May 12, 2012.

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on April 28, 2012 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with JET W. LEE

A few weeks ago, these guys followed me on Twitter. I sent them a reply, and we started talking about music, the Windy City, and their awesome sound. I had no idea they were coming to Indy for a show… then I agreed to live blog Indy Meets Windy 2, a showcase of Indianapolis and Chicago bands here in the Circle City. It is actually a great concept, featuring two bands from Chicago. Once these bands play down here, the Indy bands head to Chicago for a show.

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on April 27, 2012 -
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LIVE BLOG: Presenting Indy Meets Windy 2

After the overwhelming success of Indy Meets Windy, it’s time for Indy Meets Windy 2. This time there will be one acoustic opener and three bands from Indianapolis (Indy) and two bands from Chicago (Windy). And to make the occasion something that’s really special, each band will perform acoustic. Being that many of these bands [...]

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on April 24, 2012 -
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Electronic Icons Orbital Release Wonky

Formed in the late 1980s, Orbital released a string of classic 1990s singles including Chime, Style, The Box and Satan. Paul and Phil put their partnership on hold in 2004, but a five-year absence only increased demand for their exhilarating music and legendary live shows. The brothers finally announced their comeback with a triumphant headline set at the Big Chill in 2009. Orbital were revitalized, rebooted, reunited – and it felt so good.

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on April 22, 2012 -
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Electric Zoo 2012: Phase 1 Artist Lineup Announcement

Electric Zoo returns for its fourth year to Randall’s Island Park over Labor Day Weekend on August 31, September 1 and September 2, 2012. Made Event is excited to announce Electric Zoo 2012’s phase 1 artist lineup, once again bringing the biggest and boldest names in electronic dance music to New York City for this three-day summer bash.

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on April 17, 2012 -
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Gramatik Announces New EP #digitalfreedom

Gramatik is currently trekking across America on the PLM tour that he’s co-headlining with PLM labelmates Break Science. This tour is taking him through Philadelphia, Boston, New York, Pittsburgh, Chicago, Nashville, and many more. “Guaranteed to blow the walls down in your local concert venue.” – Play This Song Loud In addition to touring, hot [...]

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