Since its inception in 2001, the Balance Series has showcased the diverse and upfront sounds of frontrunners like James Holden, Chris Fortier, Desyn Masiello, Paolo Mojo, Jimmy Van M, S.O.S Collective, and Lee Burridge. Now hot on the heels of Joris Voorn’s stunning 100+ track instalment; EQ Recordings returns to the global stage in October 2009 with Balance 015.
With a proud reputation for securing sublime, forward-thinking DJ’s that best represent the ever-changing nature of dance music and the shape of things to come; it’s little wonder that as the Balance Series has grown in notoriety over recent years, so too has the interest from fans and artists in who will be chosen to take control of the next groundbreaking mix.
And so, without further ado, Balance is extremely pleased to announce that the UK’s master of the Deep, Will Saul, has accepted mixing duties for Balance 015.
Since entering the picture with a prodigious victory in Muzik Magazine’s coveted ‘Bedroom Bedlam’ mixtape competition back in 2000, Will Saul has risen through the ranks of the dance music elite to firmly establish himself as a DJ, Producer and A&R Manager of premium quality and repute.
As a DJ, Will’s trademark penchant for the deep, melodic and hypnotic realms of ‘discohousetechno’ have seen him traverse the planet on tours and hold key residencies at London clubbing institutions like The End and Cable.
As a Producer, Will’s insatiable appetite for forging infectious grooves intertwined with deep, lush audio scapes has seen him not only forge a high-end catalogue of originals to date (including ‘Tic Toc’, ‘Fast Lane’ and ‘Love The Scary’), but earn remix duties for fellow kings of the underground like Phonique, Jesse Rose, Marc Romboy, Manuel Tur and Steve Lawler.
And, as an A&R Manager blessed with years of invaluable experience at Sony International, Will is the proud and successful founding owner of two of the industry’s eminent, most respected imprints, Simple and Aus Music …
Hallmarked by an unwavering commitment to allowing its chosen artists the creative freedom and musical integrity to present a mix that truly reflects their hearts, minds, souls and sounds; Balance is devoted to bringing listeners, fans and followers unique mixes and sonic experiences that capture the spirit of a moment and stand the test of time …
Will Saul’s Balance 015 will be no different.
Indeed, with Will at the controls, Balance 015 promises to epitomise the spirit of the series to date, embody its ethos and, of course, have fans dancing for hours on end – today, tomorrow and well beyond …
Balance 015 mixed by Will Saul touches down in October. Until then, here's the tracklist for your trainspotting pleasure!
Disc 1:
1: The Irresistible Force: Sunstroke
2: Smith & Mighty: Anyone (Mellow Mix)
3: Lawrence: Laid One
4: Junior Boys: Work
5: Karma: Beach Towel (I:Cube Cosmix Marathon Remix)
6: I:Cube: Vacuum Jackers (Maurice Fulton Remix)
7: Chromatics: In the City
8: Studio : Life's a Beach (Todd Terje Beach House Mix)
9: Dølle Jølle: Balearic Incarnation (Todd Terje's Extra Døll Mix)
10: Cage & Aviary: Georgio Carpenter
11: Daniel Wang: Panoramic (Acid Dub)
12: Kerrier District: Let's Dance and Freak
13: Syclops: NR17
14: Tensnake: Holding Back (My Love)
15: Capracara: King of the Witches (Rub 'n' Tug Remix)
16: Bostro Pesopeo: Falls (Hercules & Love Affair Remix)
17: Hercules & Love Affair: You Belong
18: Sally Shapiro: Jackie Junior (Junior Boys Dub)
19: I:Cube: Supernovac (Live at the Lanchonete Version)
20: Recloose: Get There Tonight
21: Bat For Lashes: Pearl's Dream
Disc 2
1: Isolée: I Owe You (Villalobos Remix)
2: Cortney Tidwell: Palace
3: DJ Koze: First Snow
4: Ricardo Villalobos: Minimoonstar
5: Lawrence: Rabbit Tube (DJ Koze Remix)
6: Isolée: Pillow Talk
7: Konrad Black: Medusa Smile (Don't Look Back.)
8: Adam Marshall: Vespers
9: Mathew Jonson: Typerope
10: Will Saul & Tam Cooper: Sequential Circus
11: Precious System: The Voice From Planet Love (Dixon's Chic-A-Go-Go Edit)
12: Robag Wruhme: Robag's Bobb 2005 Für F
13: Appleblim & Ramadanman: Sous le Sable
14: Model 500: I Wanna Be There M34 (Dave Angel Remix)
15: Will Saul: Mbira
16: Burial: Shell of Light
17: Zomby: Test Me for a Reason
18: 2562: Embrace
19: Pangaea: Router
20: Peverelist: Infinity is Now
21: Pearson Sound: So Far Ago
22: Modeselektor: The White Flash feat. Thom Yorke
Disc 3
1: Pangaea: Memories
2: Rhythm & Sound: King in My Empire
3: Geiom & Appleblim: Shreds
4: Sly & Robbie: Skull & Crossbones
5: Geiom: Reminissin'
6: TRG: Broken Heart (Martyn's DCM Remix)
7: Rhythm & Sound: Free for All
8: Atlantic Conveyor: Nasty Things
9: Patti Jo: Make Me Believe in You (Black Science Orchestra Re-Edit)
10: Dapayk & Padberg: Island (Nôze Remix)
11: Wolf + Lamb: If U Had (Shaun Reeves Edit)
12: No Regular Play: Lady Luck
13: Jordan Fields: I Wanna Thank You
14: Sebo K & Metro: Sax Track (Reboot Remix)
15: Motorcitysoul: Vivid (Roman Flugel's Desperate Dub)
16: Will Saul & Tam Cooper: Teddy's Back
17: DJ T: Bateria (dOp Remix)
18: Tony Lionni: Found a Place
19: Shonky: Coco Feel & Love Shonk
20: Seth Troxler: Love Never Sleeps
21: Morgan Geist: Detroit (Carl Craig Remix 1)
22: Liquid People: Son Of Dragon
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EQ's Balance CD series harks back to an era when dance music wasnt just a commodity, the series name a constant reminder of the tightrope it walks by capturing an elusive ideal: combining the excitement of old with a cutting edge approach.
Before its emergence, the Australian landscape was a battleground for competing overseas super-brands. Their use of local DJs merely a marketing ploy to win over the Australian audience. Comparatively, Balances inception was aimed at showcasing Australian DJs to a global audience without the expectations and restrictions enforced by other labels.
Allowing the necessary conditions for creativity has seen Balance grow in reputation from a little known local series to the benchmark against which any new series is gauged.
Just some of the things they've said about the Balance Series.
"When it comes to DJ mix series there is arguably none better than EQ's Balance series right now.
IDJ Magazine - Jose Riera
Balance 004 mixed by Phil K
"If they do it as well as Phil K has here, that has got to be good news for dance fans everywhere."
DJ MAGAZINE - Compilation Of The Issue
Balance 005 mixed by James Holden
"Innovative, addictive and mixed with some considerable degree of skill, there’s no reason why this album shouldn't appeal to everyone."
M8 Magazine (UK) COMPILATION OF THE YEAR
Balance 006 mixed by Anthony Pappa
".This cool series from Australia now enlists Anthony Pappa.to compile and mix this follow-up to James Holden's adventures last year, and it's fantastic folks!.It's an amazing next step in the great Balance series!"
Xpander.nl
Balance 007 mixed by Chris Fortier
"US DJ Chris Fortier rises to the challenge for the seventh edition of this consistently excellent mix series. It's a wonderful triumph of both technique and substance that wiggles on in a seemingly never-ending groove."
DJ Magazine
Balance 008 mixed by Desyn Masiello
"Compilation of the year"
M8 Magazine
Balance 008 mixed by Desyn Masiello
It's compelling stuff from start to finish and will have you grooving around your house and make you itching to go out clubbing. With DJs like Desyn around dance music is in some very safe hands."
IDJ Magazine
Balance 009 mixed by Paolo Mojo
"Paolo Mojo steps up to the plate, compiling and mixing a two disc instalment in this acclaimed mix series. This one of those essential mix cd's to have in your collection."
DMC Update
Balance 10 mixed by Jimmy Van M
The final disc 'Uptempo' is a reflection of Van M's style in a club and is an enchanting, dark ride punctuated with glimmers of light for the soul. It's a fitting finale to what is one of the best mix albums of 2006."
IDJ - Review (November 2006) - Jose Riera
Balance 011 mixed by Luke Fair
"easily one of the most inspiring DJ sets of 2007."
Image Magazine - Denver
"This is the most colorful house release I have heard in quite a while; possibly ever".
Ibeats.co.uk
