Episode 622 of After Hours stars co-host Hypnotised, with the talented guest DJ Chris Drifter hailing from Hungary. Scientific Sound Asia is solidifying its reputation as the leading electronic music station and DJ agency in Asia, captivating a broad and international audience with its electronic music selections.
This week, the focus is on Hypnotised, taking the reins as the show's host. Hailing from the dynamic city of Ghent, Belgium, he made his mark in the electronic music scene with captivating shows at famous events such as "I Love Techno" and "10 Days of Techno" in Ghent. His expert fusion of progressive and tech sounds has continually bewitched listeners, leaving them spellbound and craving more.
Hypnotised collaborates with the Belgian artist PatriZe to co-host the acclaimed "After Hours" show, broadcast on three internationally recognized house music radio stations: TM Radio in the USA, Cosmos Radio in Germany, and Scientific Sound Asia in Vietnam.
The shared passion and dedication of Hypnotised and PatriZe have established them as prominent figures in the worldwide Progressive House music community. In addition to their weekly program, they also present 'AH Digital Essentials' on Proton Radio (USA). Moreover, Hypnotised spearheads 'Energetic' on Progressive Beats Radio (Germany).
Renowned for captivating performances, Hypnotised has garnered guest spots on prestigious platforms such as Ibiza Global Radio, Frisky Radio, DI FM, and Golden Wings Music Radio, among others. Together with his partner PatriZe, Hypnotised is celebrated in the Progressive House Radio (Prog House Radio) community for their significant contributions to the genre.
Their influence resonates across numerous festivals, events, and clubs where they have shared the stage with notable artists such as Marco Bailey, Tom Hades, Purple Disco Machine, Jesse Rose, and Nick Bril. Their notable appearances at prestigious venues like the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), Deep on Deck Festival (South Africa), Club NL (Amsterdam), Decadance (Ghent), W Lounge (Amsterdam), and Citylife (Terneuzen) have solidified their status as significant figures in the global House music scene.
In 2015, Hypnotised embarked on an exciting new chapter in his career by founding his own label, "AH Digital," alongside PatriZe. As he ventured into music production, Hypnotised's creations have consistently received acclaim, securing positions in the 'Beatport top 100 releases' and winning recognition from esteemed figures in the industry. Under Hypnotised's leadership, AH Digital has evolved into a centre for innovative and groundbreaking music.
Hypnotised's debut EP 'People from the Otherworld' made a significant impact by swiftly climbing to the No. 4 spot on the charts. This feat gained further prominence when the title track received a remix from the best-selling artist Rui Da Silva, adding further distinction to the project.
Hypnotised's "Infinity" EP significantly impacted the Beatport release charts, achieving second place in both the progressive house and trance categories, and third in the techno genre. In 2016, Hypnotised expanded his artistic range by producing under the alias "Man on the Moon." His debut track "Sense," released on the esteemed Bonzai label, solidified his reputation as a skilled and versatile producer, earning praise from both fans and industry experts.
Demonstrating exceptional talent and creativity, Hypnotised achieved a notable milestone by securing victory in a highly competitive remix contest organised by Metapop. This remarkable accomplishment earned him recognition in the electronic music community and resulted in his tracks being featured on 'Studio Brussels,' the leading radio station in Belgium.
Beyond his AH Digital imprint and partnerships with Bonzai Progressive, Hypnotised has significantly contributed to an array of esteemed labels. His work spans Green Martian, SLC-6 Music, Pro-B-Tech Music, Stellar Fountain, Vesta Records, Insomnia FM, and Abstract Space Records, among others.
Audiences can anticipate Hypnotised's forthcoming tracks on esteemed labels such as SLC-6 Music, Tantalum Records, and AH Digital. With each release, Hypnotised continues to innovate and captivate with his unique blend of melodic and mesmerizing sounds.
Guest DJ Chris Drifter.
This week's highlighted guest DJ, Chris Drifter, hails from Budapest, Hungary and has a true passion for Electronic Dance Music. He first established himself as a Progressive and Tech House DJ in 2002 but has also delved into Techno and Minimal genres over the years.
Chris is an expert at captivating his audience, allowing them to share in his passion and emotions. By connecting with their senses, he elevates the event to a state of pure enjoyment for all attendees.
In terms of his production, Chris has worked with notable labels such as Baroque Records, Hotfingers, Supermarket, Natura Viva, and Pacha Records. In 2007, he took on the role of A&R Manager at SoundTribe Rekords, where he oversaw all musical aspects of the label.
The following year, Chris released the Blue Room EP through the renowned Plastic Fantastic record label. He also dropped his first mix album, Moments of Soundtribe VOL.1, in the same year.
In 2009, Chris won a remix competition hosted by Navigation Records, which earned him a nomination for the BEST UPCOMING DJ category in Soundhead, Hungary's premier electronic dance music magazine. In 2014, Pacha Recordings released his Pearls EP, which was also featured on the Pure Pacha Summer 2014 CD compilation.
Chris has performed in various countries including Croatia, Austria, Germany, Serbia, Slovakia, Russia, Sweden, and Poland. He has also opened for world-renowned DJs such as Hardwell, Inpetto, and James Zabiela.
His track "Above the Shadows" reached the number one spot on the Traxsource Progressive House Top 100, while "Flashback" landed in the top three on the Trackitdown Tech House Top 100 and "Time Capsule" claimed the top spot on the Trackitdown Deep Techno Top 100. In 2015, Chris launched his new podcast series, Drifting Memories. Two years later, he joined the renowned Legendary Moments crew and became A&R Manager/Label Manager at SoulAart Recordings.
Don't forget to mark your calendar for the live stream of our event on Monday, May 6th, 2024, from 10:00 PM to 12:00 AM Indochina Time (ICT). If you miss the live broadcast, don't worry! A rerun will be available on Friday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ICT).
After Hours 622 Tracklist.
Hypnotised: (first hour).
Berdu - Tundra
Devin Jay - Flying Past
Eli Spiral, Enertia-sound - Coded (Echo Daft & KAZKO Remix)
Marc Denuit, Miguel (BE) - Winds Blow (Nacres Remix)
Noise Generation - Passenger (Luciano Pelliza Remix)
Palau (OFC) - Liberation of the Unknown
Rodrives - Eternal Moments
Agustin Petros - Transformations (Luciano Elvira Remix)
Cary Crank - Flow (Kamilo Sanclemente Remix)
Chris Drifter: (second hour).
Under Sanctions - A Escrava (Extended Mix)
Tali Muss, Vakabular - Solar Focus (Extended Mix)
Tali Muss, Vakabular - Uniqueness (Extended Mix)
Vintage Culture, Magnus - Nothing Ever Changes (CamelPhat Remix)
Pavel Petrov - COsmica (Original Mix) [Stil Vor Talent]
Alex Kósh - I Told You (Original Mix) [Sudam Recordings]
KRCL, Hard Reset, Eleonora - Yours [Widerworks]
Miss Monique - Look At You (Extended Mix) [Interstellar]
Triart - Memoria [Widerworks]
IGCIØ - Sidereal Dreams [Droid9]
Allan McLoud - Reality Shift [Movement Recordings]
Chris Drifter - Colorful Memories (Extended Mix) [ELLURE Records]
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