The Lolla Remix Throwdown WINNER!
The Lolla Remix Finals on August 1st were amazing - a completely packed house cheered on the four finalists battled it out with Hollywood Holt riling up the crowd. Hot Pink Delorean and Hey Champ killed it afterwards and Holt announced the winner, picked by judges' scores...Craig Williams! Craig played August 6th on Perry's stage.
The Lolla Remix Finals on August 1st were amazing - a completely packed house cheered on the four finalists battled it out with Hollywood Holt riling up the crowd. Hot Pink Delorean and Hey Champ killed it afterwards and Holt announced the winner, picked by judges' scores...Craig Williams! Craig played August 6th on Perry's stage.
Lolla Remix Finals photos / video / interviews with finalists
Craig Williams
With his remixes, and original tracks indicate a range and musicianship that makes Craig Williams a force to be reckoned with in his own right. Covering a verity of genres from Ozzy Osbourne to The Presets and Róisín Murphy also getting recognition for his work by one of the stand out acts from the 2010 WMC (LA Riots) Craig shows that he not limit himself to one style whilst still staying true to the music. To add to this Craig has recently signed to Bombeatz, and his music gathering momentum with a string of original tracks and remixes due out this year.
When it comes to live shows Craig Williams demonstrates an enthusiasm, energy and passion that is demonstrated in his crowd interaction, track selection and star quality stage presence.
soundcloud.com/craigwilliamsmusic
The Runner-Ups
DJ White Shadow
A celebrity favorite and high-profile event regular, White Shadow has been personally requested by Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz, R. Kelly, Todd Oldham, Lollapalooza, Bentley, Victoria's Secret, and Gen Art, among others. White Shadow's musical style transcends boundaries and is indicative of the Midwest that he calls home - a melting pot. DJ White Shadow masterfully mixes all genres, fueled by hip hop undertones, an incredible presence, and his ability to connect with and engage a crowd. He has been lauded by the press, securing features in Spin Magazine, E! Online, Perezhilton.com, and People Magazine, as well as regular features in local Chicago press.
djwhiteshadow.com
Craig Williams
With his remixes, and original tracks indicate a range and musicianship that makes Craig Williams a force to be reckoned with in his own right. Covering a verity of genres from Ozzy Osbourne to The Presets and Róisín Murphy also getting recognition for his work by one of the stand out acts from the 2010 WMC (LA Riots) Craig shows that he not limit himself to one style whilst still staying true to the music. To add to this Craig has recently signed to Bombeatz, and his music gathering momentum with a string of original tracks and remixes due out this year.
When it comes to live shows Craig Williams demonstrates an enthusiasm, energy and passion that is demonstrated in his crowd interaction, track selection and star quality stage presence.soundcloud.com/craigwilliamsmusic
DJ White Shadow
A celebrity favorite and high-profile event regular, White Shadow has been personally requested by Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz, R. Kelly, Todd Oldham, Lollapalooza, Bentley, Victoria's Secret, and Gen Art, among others. White Shadow's musical style transcends boundaries and is indicative of the Midwest that he calls home - a melting pot. DJ White Shadow masterfully mixes all genres, fueled by hip hop undertones, an incredible presence, and his ability to connect with and engage a crowd. He has been lauded by the press, securing features in Spin Magazine, E! Online, Perezhilton.com, and People Magazine, as well as regular features in local Chicago press. djwhiteshadow.com
Lucky Date
Hailing from San Francisco California and now living in Chicago Illinois, 20 year old DJ/Producer Lucky Date has steadily been making a place for himself in the world of electro. He has officially remixed The Crystal Castles, Greenskeepers, Richard Vission, Trash Yourself, Vhs or Beta, Lazy Rich, Frederik Olufsen, and many others.
facebook.com/luckydatemusic
Professor Purple
Professor Purple is a musician in and member of the Pittsburgh based party-core collective, the Hood Gang. At 19 years old, this young buck has taken Ann Arbor, Pittsburgh, and the internet by storm with remixes and DJ sets. The Professor balances this stuff poorly with working toward an undergraduate degree in percussion at University of Michigan.
In addition to Professor Purple and percussion, Jeremy spreads himself thin amongst various other musical projects including original, 100% live electronic tunes performed under the moniker Chrome Sparks and sample heavy experimental house tunes under the name I SO GARDEN.
myspace.com/professorpurplemusic
Hailing from San Francisco California and now living in Chicago Illinois, 20 year old DJ/Producer Lucky Date has steadily been making a place for himself in the world of electro. He has officially remixed The Crystal Castles, Greenskeepers, Richard Vission, Trash Yourself, Vhs or Beta, Lazy Rich, Frederik Olufsen, and many others.facebook.com/luckydatemusic
Professor Purple
Professor Purple is a musician in and member of the Pittsburgh based party-core collective, the Hood Gang. At 19 years old, this young buck has taken Ann Arbor, Pittsburgh, and the internet by storm with remixes and DJ sets. The Professor balances this stuff poorly with working toward an undergraduate degree in percussion at University of Michigan.
In addition to Professor Purple and percussion, Jeremy spreads himself thin amongst various other musical projects including original, 100% live electronic tunes performed under the moniker Chrome Sparks and sample heavy experimental house tunes under the name I SO GARDEN.myspace.com/professorpurplemusic
Playing Lollapalooza is just the beginning!
Check out the other perks…
Winner
*An opening slot at Lollapalooza on Perry’s stage
*Two Pioneer CDJ900s
*Set of Shure SE535 sound isolating earphones
*$250 gift certificate for SatelliteRecords.com
*Winning remix featured for free download on SatelliteRecords.com homepage for one week
Check out the other perks…
Winner
*An opening slot at Lollapalooza on Perry’s stage
*Two Pioneer CDJ900s
*Set of Shure SE535 sound isolating earphones
*$250 gift certificate for SatelliteRecords.com
*Winning remix featured for free download on SatelliteRecords.com homepage for one week
*Eight hour custom one-on-one training in topic of choice, courtesy of Music Industry Workshop
*4 hour hands-on training program in Digital Mastering day of finals competition, courtesy of Music Industry Workshop
*$1,000 cash
*Lollapalooza artist pass and artist guest pass
*Hotel for Lollapalooza weekend
Remaining three finalists
*Two three-day passes to Lollapalooza
* Pioneer HDJ2000 headphones
*$150 gift certificate to SatelliteRecords.com
*$1,000 cash
*Lollapalooza artist pass and artist guest pass
*Hotel for Lollapalooza weekend
Remaining three finalists
*Two three-day passes to Lollapalooza
* Pioneer HDJ2000 headphones
*$150 gift certificate to SatelliteRecords.com
*4 hour hands-on training program in Digital Mastering day of finals competition, courtesy of Music Industry Workshop
*$750 cash
The all new Pioneer CDJ900 multi-format digital turntables allow DJs to control their content directly from the player with rekordbox, Pioneer’s music management software. If you like the CDJ900, make sure to check the new Pioneer CDJ2000, with “Pro DJ Link”, allowing up to four CDJ-2000s to share a music source from one player.
CDJ900 Features:
-The CDJ-900 enables playback of MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF audio files on CD,and USB memory devices
-Optional slip mode continues playback during a loop, reverse or scratch and continues playback at the exact time when the loop, reverse or scratch ends
-Instant four-beat loops at a touch of a button
-Assignable buttons can trigger devices such as DJ effectors
-Free rekordbox music management software included
Pioneer CDJ900 Tabletop Multi Player
Pioneer's HDJ2000 headphones offer high-fidelity sound design optimal for all DJs. Just as suitable for noisy clubs as studio use, the HDJ2000s feature superior sound insulation, contoured and lightweight design for comfortable extended use and improved durability for demanding professional use.
HDJ2000 Features:
-Low-rebound urethane foam inside the ear pads
-Lightweight magnesium alloy body components
-Removable Mini XLR connector
-The housing turns 90 degrees for various monitoring styles
-Headphones click into place to prevent inadvertent rotation or folding of the headphones during use
-Mono/stereo switch allows for single-ear monitoring
Pioneer HDJ2000 Headphones
The new Shure SE535 earphones build on Shure's legacy of developing earphones for professional monitoring. Sound isolating earphones naturally block most background noise for a clear, detailed listening experience without high volumes. Featuring triple high-definition microdrivers, the SE535 utilizes dedicated tweeter and dual woofers to deliver spacious sound with rich bass.
SE535 Features:
-Triple high-definition microdrivers - one dedicated tweeter and two woofers
-Detachable, formable wire allows easy replacement & additional functionality
-Cables are lockable for safe connection while in use and detachable for easy replacement
-Sound isolating sleeves in multiple sizes for up to 30 dB of isolation
Shure SE535 Sound Isolating Earphones
Historic New York dance music retailer Satellite Records, founded in 1994, was one of the largest vinyl purveyors in the United States, selling 750,000 records yearly from its three brick-and-mortar locations and online store.
Relaunching Summer 2010, the "digitally remastered" web store echoes many of the same philosophies that originally made Satellite famous. Personal touches like site curators and staff selected 'hot picks' provide exposure to artists and songs that might otherwise be overlooked.
Visit Satellite Records now to pick up a free ten pack of songs from artists like DJ Rap, The American Dream Team and Paul Johnson.
Satellite Records
The all new Pioneer CDJ900 multi-format digital turntables allow DJs to control their content directly from the player with rekordbox, Pioneer’s music management software. If you like the CDJ900, make sure to check the new Pioneer CDJ2000, with “Pro DJ Link”, allowing up to four CDJ-2000s to share a music source from one player.CDJ900 Features:
-The CDJ-900 enables playback of MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF audio files on CD,and USB memory devices
-Optional slip mode continues playback during a loop, reverse or scratch and continues playback at the exact time when the loop, reverse or scratch ends
-Instant four-beat loops at a touch of a button
-Assignable buttons can trigger devices such as DJ effectors
-Free rekordbox music management software included
Pioneer CDJ900 Tabletop Multi Player
Pioneer's HDJ2000 headphones offer high-fidelity sound design optimal for all DJs. Just as suitable for noisy clubs as studio use, the HDJ2000s feature superior sound insulation, contoured and lightweight design for comfortable extended use and improved durability for demanding professional use.HDJ2000 Features:
-Low-rebound urethane foam inside the ear pads
-Lightweight magnesium alloy body components
-Removable Mini XLR connector
-The housing turns 90 degrees for various monitoring styles
-Headphones click into place to prevent inadvertent rotation or folding of the headphones during use
-Mono/stereo switch allows for single-ear monitoring
Pioneer HDJ2000 Headphones
The new Shure SE535 earphones build on Shure's legacy of developing earphones for professional monitoring. Sound isolating earphones naturally block most background noise for a clear, detailed listening experience without high volumes. Featuring triple high-definition microdrivers, the SE535 utilizes dedicated tweeter and dual woofers to deliver spacious sound with rich bass.SE535 Features:
-Triple high-definition microdrivers - one dedicated tweeter and two woofers
-Detachable, formable wire allows easy replacement & additional functionality
-Cables are lockable for safe connection while in use and detachable for easy replacement
-Sound isolating sleeves in multiple sizes for up to 30 dB of isolation
Shure SE535 Sound Isolating Earphones
Historic New York dance music retailer Satellite Records, founded in 1994, was one of the largest vinyl purveyors in the United States, selling 750,000 records yearly from its three brick-and-mortar locations and online store. Relaunching Summer 2010, the "digitally remastered" web store echoes many of the same philosophies that originally made Satellite famous. Personal touches like site curators and staff selected 'hot picks' provide exposure to artists and songs that might otherwise be overlooked.
Visit Satellite Records now to pick up a free ten pack of songs from artists like DJ Rap, The American Dream Team and Paul Johnson.
Satellite Records
Music Industry Workshop is Chicago's leading training and resource center for music production, recording and mixing, DJ technology, music business, live sound, and digital video production. Their award winning instructors and state-of-the-art facilities are considered to be among the best in the Midwest.
MIW guarantees small class sizes with lots of personal attention given to each student. Over the years, thousands of students have enjoyed the training and resources offered at MIW.
Their instructors are a "who's who" of industry experts and professional educators including Grammy Award winners, professional sound engineers, producers, DJ’s, artists, songwriters, record label CEOs, radio and media executives, marketing gurus, published authors, artist development specialists, entertainment lawyers, talent managers, agents, music publicists, and more.
Lollapalooza's annual remix competition is back for 2010 - climb your way to the top and get a spot to play the festival on Perry's stage!
The Lolla Remix Throwdown isn’t just about your skills in the studio – because being an artist is way more than that, right? It’s also about rocking self-promotion, live performance and everything else that makes you the complete package. Start off by submitting your best original production in the open round. The contest will narrow down to the semi-finals and then to the finals where the top four will compete at a live event in Chicago!
The Open Round - Submit An Original Track
June 3rd-June 25th (COMPLETED)
From June 3rd to June 25th, artists will enter the contest by submitting their best original song or remix and building their artist profile page. Once posted, artists will heavily encourage fans to vote via the website, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter and any other platforms available to them. Individuals can vote for each artist once per day. On June 26th, the open round will close and fifty semi-finalists will be selected, comprised of 40 artists with the highest voter scores and 10 hand-picked by the judges (regardless of vote score).
June 3rd-June 25th (COMPLETED)
From June 3rd to June 25th, artists will enter the contest by submitting their best original song or remix and building their artist profile page. Once posted, artists will heavily encourage fans to vote via the website, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter and any other platforms available to them. Individuals can vote for each artist once per day. On June 26th, the open round will close and fifty semi-finalists will be selected, comprised of 40 artists with the highest voter scores and 10 hand-picked by the judges (regardless of vote score).
The Semifinals - Remix A Lollapalooza Artist
July 5th-July 19th (COMPLETED)
The votes are reset and the top 50 will have from July 5th to July 12th to create a new remix using one of the following three tracks provided by 2010 Lollapalooza artists:
July 5th-July 19th (COMPLETED)
The votes are reset and the top 50 will have from July 5th to July 12th to create a new remix using one of the following three tracks provided by 2010 Lollapalooza artists:
Tiga: "What You Need"
Felix da Housecat: "Kickdrum"
Only Children: "Don't Stop"
From July 12th to July 19th artists will once again promote their new remix and collect as many votes as possible. On July 19th at midnight, CST, the top four with the highest rating (combination of fan votes and judges’ scoring) will advance to the live finals on August 1st in Chicago.
The Final Round - Live Performance Battle
August 1st (COMPLETED)
On Sunday, August 1st at Double Door in Chicago, the top four will compete via head-to-head DJ sets in front of a live audience. A grand prize winner will be chosen by an industry judging panel and a runner-up by audience vote.
Talk It Up
Follow Lollapalooza on Twitter to get on-the-fly updates on the contest. We’ll be tweeting updates with the hashtag #lollaremix to keep people talking. Artists, get involved! Reply to the tweets, add the hashtag to your own tweets and encourage retweets to spread the word about the contest and drive people to your submission.
We’ll also be sending out updates on Facebook and Twitter, so make sure you’re following us there as well – who knows, you might get some new fans!
August 1st (COMPLETED)
On Sunday, August 1st at Double Door in Chicago, the top four will compete via head-to-head DJ sets in front of a live audience. A grand prize winner will be chosen by an industry judging panel and a runner-up by audience vote.
Talk It Up
Follow Lollapalooza on Twitter to get on-the-fly updates on the contest. We’ll be tweeting updates with the hashtag #lollaremix to keep people talking. Artists, get involved! Reply to the tweets, add the hashtag to your own tweets and encourage retweets to spread the word about the contest and drive people to your submission.
We’ll also be sending out updates on Facebook and Twitter, so make sure you’re following us there as well – who knows, you might get some new fans!
Read the official Lolla Remix Throwdown rules
The Judges
Who's going to be taking a listen to your submission? Our panel includes people from all walks of the music industry, from Lollapalooza artists to festival organizers, magazine publishers and bloggers! Get to know the Lolla Remix Throwdown judges below.
Matt DuFour
Matt DuFour is the co-owner of boutique lifestyle marketing and artist
development company En Prise Entertainment and publisher of UR Chicago
Magazine Online, a web property that supports and participates in the
flourishing indie nightlife scene of the Windy City. En Prise has
created and executed local lifestyle marketing campaigns and events for
clients like Diesel, Puma, Adidas, Rockstar Games, Tito's Vodka,
Bushmills, and many more over it's four year lifespan while at the same
time transforming UR Chicago into a
flourishing online property. As an artist manager, DuFour has helped
develop the careers of multiple acts, including Tigercity, Moneypenny,
Hollywood Holt, and OFFICE, the last three of which have all performed
at Lollapalooza over the past few years.
urchicago.com
Crossfader King
Emerging from scenes seemingly worlds apart though identical in passion, virtuosity and cultural influence, Emilio Abadia (E-Six) and Matt Roan form what is possibly the most innovative and engaging DJ duo to infiltrate the Windy City. Their sets, which involve original and remixed videos, have not only resulted in reoccurring event Dance Party Magic, but company Crossfader King, which the pair run together. Under Crossfader King, Abadia and Roan work backstage at some of the city's most prolific venues and events, making the name synonymous with the high energy atmosphere originally created with Dance Party Magic. The brand has quickly grown since its inception to become a booking agency, talent buying entity and event production company.
crossfaderking.com
Who's going to be taking a listen to your submission? Our panel includes people from all walks of the music industry, from Lollapalooza artists to festival organizers, magazine publishers and bloggers! Get to know the Lolla Remix Throwdown judges below.
Matt DuFour
Matt DuFour is the co-owner of boutique lifestyle marketing and artist
development company En Prise Entertainment and publisher of UR Chicago
Magazine Online, a web property that supports and participates in the
flourishing indie nightlife scene of the Windy City. En Prise has
created and executed local lifestyle marketing campaigns and events for
clients like Diesel, Puma, Adidas, Rockstar Games, Tito's Vodka,
Bushmills, and many more over it's four year lifespan while at the same
time transforming UR Chicago into a
flourishing online property. As an artist manager, DuFour has helped
develop the careers of multiple acts, including Tigercity, Moneypenny,
Hollywood Holt, and OFFICE, the last three of which have all performed
at Lollapalooza over the past few years.urchicago.com
Crossfader King
Emerging from scenes seemingly worlds apart though identical in passion, virtuosity and cultural influence, Emilio Abadia (E-Six) and Matt Roan form what is possibly the most innovative and engaging DJ duo to infiltrate the Windy City. Their sets, which involve original and remixed videos, have not only resulted in reoccurring event Dance Party Magic, but company Crossfader King, which the pair run together. Under Crossfader King, Abadia and Roan work backstage at some of the city's most prolific venues and events, making the name synonymous with the high energy atmosphere originally created with Dance Party Magic. The brand has quickly grown since its inception to become a booking agency, talent buying entity and event production company.crossfaderking.com
Dani Deahl
Dani Deahl is a DJ, journalist, producer, blogger and two-time Lollapalooza artist - 2008 and 2010 - hailing from Chicago. Beginning her DJ career while still in high school, Dani has traveled globally, released several singles - including 2009's "Poppin' Bottles" - and created record label Calamity Jane with partner Scott Richmond. Just as known for her DJing as for her writing, Dani's features and interviews have appeared in publications like Newcity, TimeOut Chicago, BPM and URB - where she was the House Singles Editor - and she has interviewed artists such as Paul Van Dyke, David Guetta, Designer Drugs, Paul Oakenfold, Tiga and Perry Farrell. Her music blog dsquared garners 70,000 visitors a month and critiques new songs while offering them for free, legal download.
danideahl.com/dsquared.html
Dani Deahl is a DJ, journalist, producer, blogger and two-time Lollapalooza artist - 2008 and 2010 - hailing from Chicago. Beginning her DJ career while still in high school, Dani has traveled globally, released several singles - including 2009's "Poppin' Bottles" - and created record label Calamity Jane with partner Scott Richmond. Just as known for her DJing as for her writing, Dani's features and interviews have appeared in publications like Newcity, TimeOut Chicago, BPM and URB - where she was the House Singles Editor - and she has interviewed artists such as Paul Van Dyke, David Guetta, Designer Drugs, Paul Oakenfold, Tiga and Perry Farrell. Her music blog dsquared garners 70,000 visitors a month and critiques new songs while offering them for free, legal download.danideahl.com/dsquared.html
Team Bayside High
Chicago based DJ/Promoters Team Bayside High are two larger than life personalities whose award winning parties, infamous on and off stage antics and encyclopedic knowledge of danceable party rock are transforming the indie nightlife scene one dancefloor at a time. Taking their name from the high school where Zack Morris and Screech experienced their adolescence, Team Bayside High is the duo of Rick Carrico and Derek Berry. “Two best friends who love to party!"myspace.com/teambaysidehigh
Scott Cramer
Starting at The Abbey Pub as an intern, Scott Cramer stomped the urban miles, hanging concert posters, stamping hands at venues, and answering phones. Today, Scott is the publicist and assistant talent buyer for The Abbey, publicist and talent buyer for Berlin Nightclub, and hosts and organizes indie GLBTQ events around Chicago. Cramer has helped create Flawless at IV and Chicago's groundbreaking Outdanced, featuring artists such as Peaches, JD Samson of Le Tigre, Leslie and the Lys, Larry Tee, Margaret Cho and Sophia Lamar. Currently, Outdanced lives on to present many events throughout Chicago. His events have been featured in publications like Spin, Chicago Reader and TimeOut - where he was named one of Chicago's top promoters.facebook.com/scottycramer
Voidstar
Hometown: New York City Web Site: voidstarrunner.com“Voidstar knows how to make all the space cadets get down.”
Who is Voidstar? A DJ, VJ, Producer, and classically trained pianist based in New York City. His style’s all over the map, from dance floor bangers to deep dark drum n bass choons, progressive IDM to mainstream mashups. From 2001-2005, while hosting Artifacture Radio on WRSU in New Brunswick NJ, Voidstar was seen performing alongside Drop the Lime, /Dev/null, Scrap.edx and other underground artists. His work with The Antagonist Movement, Theory Events, BarCore and DyscoNoir brought Voidstar to the big apple to perform alongside Mochipet, Cex, Enduser, and Belladonnakillz.
What exactly is a Voidstar performance? It might be a dance-til-you-drop DJ set, a raw freestyle Live PA, a VJ performance, even all three at once. Dance floor bangers, grimy dubstep, breakneck dnb, and genre defying musical experiments.
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