house music by dattrax

Episode 195: AI = Asian Intelligence » Strictly Classic House Vinyl Record Session @ BALDWIN's » April 17th, 2026

dattrax — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:10:13 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How is life treating you?
Which part of the world are you from? Ever visit Toronto? Do you LOVE house or just dipping your toes in this sonic pond?

Back in the day, you'd listen to 10 different hot local DJs spin the same tracks- it was incredible to see their stamp on house.

Their sonic signature if you will.

I was in love with house and DJing when I realised that it wasn't music in the sense of Mozart, but a form of self expression- participating in making a musical collage.

Like a musical cut anc paste.

You qet to pick vour favourite songs, how fast or slow, or how long you want to play it, which part of the song you want to highlight, whether you want to cut it up or laver it, whether vou want the feel to be smooth or charging, whether vou want...

The combinations are endless w/ house music and that much fun!"

__________________
Thank you. All the best to you.

Much love and respect.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abudantly.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
You're on our main site with 200+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Just Google, "dattrax house music" whenever you need a dattrax house mix to cleanse your soul.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 194: cIRcUiT BrEaKeR » Strictly Tech House » WDFA Radio » Hosted by Sleepy Freeman » April 13th, 2026

dattrax — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:31:57 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides.

I was a guest DJ on WDFA Radio on Jan29th, 2023, but right now, WDFA Radio has reached its 10 year anniversary.

What I remembered about this session is that my USB wouldn't work on the CDJ's.

So Ian Moore aka Sleepy Freeman graciously let me play out of his USB folders.

So this mix is mostly discovery in Sleepy's HOUSE MUSIC batch at that time on his USB!!

Thank you Ian!!!

__________________
Thank you. All the best to you.

Much love and respect.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abudantly.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
You're on our main site with 200+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Just Google, "dattrax house music" whenever you need a dattrax house mix to cleanse your soul.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 29 Tracks in 1hr and 27mins!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
IMAGE: My oldest son, Joshua is 25yrs old now, but that was his first great drawing of Wolverine, the X-Mem. I think he was 7 when he drew this. It's so cute and captures the essence of Wolverine.

Episode 193: Radiant Memories » Strictly Classic House Music

dattrax — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:38:47 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides.

Classic house is a definition that depends on when someone got into house music themselves. For me, it's tracks that came out between 1986 and 1996. I started to party to house around 1991, but I got to hear tracks from '86 played at those old warehouse parties.

This is a classic house mix from the test mixes vault that I heard recently and enjoyed, so thought that I'd share this mix with you. Enjoy this ride.

__________________
Thank you. All the best to you.

Much love and respect.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abudantly.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
You're on our main site with 200+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Just Google, "dattrax house music" whenever you need a dattrax house mix to cleanse your soul.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 29 Tracks in 1hr and 27mins!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 193: Louder Than Words » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:57:11 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How are you moving towards your goals???!!

Do you DJ house music? Do you prefer a regular line level DJ mixer or a rotary mixer?

I grew up playing on line lever mixers and am used to them.

I've heard many house DJs say that they have more control with a rotary mixer and that they sound better when it outputs the audio.

Everyone's journey is different.

I got into the dancing and listening to other people DJ for the first 4yrs.

Buying records next and then DJ'ing.

Then throwing parties and trying to promote 😅

I played on the Pioneer DJ mixer, the "DJM 500" for years and that was a non rotary, line level DJ mixer.

Never even saw a rotary until maybe 15 yrs into house music.

It wasn't fancy or high end.

Usually hallow sound, farting bass. Not balanced. Piercing mids.

__________________
Thank you. All the best to you.

Much love and respect.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abudantly.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
You're on our main site with 200+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Just Google, "dattrax house music" whenever you need a dattrax house mix to cleanse your soul.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 19 Tracks in 57mins!!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 192: Holding SPACE » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:18:23 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. Have you been having work weeks like you intended? Are you winning the daily battles within your own mind? Are you being your own Best Cheerleader?

I decided at 49yrs old to stop any negative thoughts or self-talk. Recognise it. Stop it. Then displace it with house music or comedy. I didn't even try to fight it. I had low confidence in my will power. LMAO.

I hope that all is well in your neck of the words. Thank you for taking a listen to our brand of house music. [We've loved this special art form since we were 14-15yrs old and now almost 52. We've gone past the stage where people might ask, 'Aren't you too old for...' by decades. LMAO].

There are dozens of house DJs that I listen to, so I know that choice is abundant, so I appreciate it when someone would take time from their lives to check out a mix.

It makes me happy thinking about people smiling and bopping their heads while driving or walking their doggies or working out or cleaning their homes to our mixes or any other activity.

What was really cool the last few years were three separate friends blasting one of my house mixes in their cars and they were in some warm tropical paradise, Jaimaica, South America or Mexico and took short 1min videos and sent them to me. It was a great poor man's vacation. I could picture being with them in the heat with my music blaring out of their cars. House music is such a connector.

__________________
Thank you. All the best to you.

Episode 191: I Meant That Shet » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:41:09 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides.
How are you? How's the weather where you live?

This winter in Toronto, Ontario, Canada has been brutal. LMAO.
IF you ever want to visit Toronto, make sure that you only come here from June to Sept.
__________________
House music and DJ'ing house are endlessly fascinating to me even after 30 yrs.
I've loved this art form since I was 14 and started buying records at 18.

I'm 51 and still buy new tracks almost monthly. Still hunt through a mountain of shet to find the few gems that MOVE me.

__________________
WITH EACH HOUSE MIX »
First, I always create a house music mix for me. To satisfy my nerdy curiosities and to showcase new tracks that I've bought..

Second, I make mixes for my best friend and DJ partner, Jimmy. We've both LOVED house music since we were 14yrs old and met at 16yrs old.

We danced all the time and DJ'ed together in every nice place and shit hole in our Beloved Toronto.

If Jim tells me that he likes one of my mixes, then I"m on cloud 9 for the rest of the week.

Third, anyone else like a dattrax mix, then that's gravy on top.
__________________
Thank you for listening to this mix.
I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like.

Thank you. All the best to you.

Much love and respect.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abudantly.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with 200+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
IMAGE CREDIT:
A few years ago, I sent my oldest daughter, Grace a Google Image of Sunshine Bear from the Care Bears. She's a graphic artist. I asked her to remove the sun emblem from his chest and add a symbol of a house and beside that a music note, for 'house music'.

This one I put through a filter and got this cool purple and I LOVE purple.

This is what Google Search says about the colour Purple:
"Purple is widely recognized as the color of royalty, luxury, power, and ambition, historically derived from rare, expensive dyes. It blends the calming, stable energy of blue with the intense, stimulating energy of red, symbolizing wisdom, creativity, magic, and spirituality."

Episode 190: Eastern Standard Time » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 13:22:12 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. It's almost the end of 2025. Time is relentless isn't it?

I wish pain wasn't necessary to create beautiful art, but it seems to be the key ingredient.

House music has been an outlet for my negative emotions since I was 14. Whenever I do anything related to house, hunting for tracks that move me, dancing, listening or mixing house. Even talking with friends about house.

__________________

Ever have a terrible year full of things happening to you over and over that were negative? That were almost all the result of your poor choices?

Have you ever sat down and taken inventory on the things you've gone through?

I'm already writing a novel here, but/however, just want to share one observation. Hopefully this good fortune cookie can help you with a better 2026.

__________________

Perspective is Everything.

We control the direction of the movement of our subconscious, or to put it in another way, it’s our reaction to any given person or circumstance that is important, not the person or circumstance itself.

If we view a situation as negative or positive, then our mind will obey that direction we give it and find ways to prove us right.

__________________

It’s crazy that we can be in a great mood and then one piece of news makes us angry or extremely negative, or the opposite where we’re in a terrible mood, then one thing happens and we’re super happy.

Why is that? What changed? The news or circumstance that was introduced? Or was it the negative or positive value we attached to the new info?

__________________

We have to learn how to reframe any situation into a perspective that is beneficial to us.

__________________

For Example: A joke I heard in my early 20’s that really affected my outlook...

There’s a joke about two boys with completely different personalities. One boy was always negative, entitled and never happy. The other boy was always positive and optimistic.

One Christmas, the ill-mannered boy was given a room full of wonderful presents. He proceeded to complain about each one as he opened them. A mountain of gifts and he just couldn’t see any good in his situation.

The other boy got a giant pile of horse shit in his room and all his possessions were removed.

What did he do? He happily played in the pile of horse shit.

When asked why he was so happy? He joyfully replied: “With a pile of horse shit this big, there’s got to be a pony hiding in here somewhere!!!!!!!!!!”

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your loved ones. This is probably the last mix that I'll be posting in a few weeks in January 2026.

Thank you for listening to this mix.

May God Bless You and All Who You Love Abundantly 💜💜💜💜💜💜❤️

Cheers

dattrax
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940

Episode 190: Hi-Hat Hustle » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 02:33:54 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. Gearing up for Christmas? Got your presents all ready to put smiles on some loved ones?

One of the most beautiful thing about house music is that... If you haven't heard a track, then it's new to you.
House tracks are not tied to time and don't sound outdated because of trends.

There have been so many times per month that I buy a track that sounds FRESH and it's so incredible and then I find out that it's a decade old. There is SOOOOOOOOOOOOO many house tracks being made that it would be impossible to hunt down all the house music tracks ever made.
____________________
You can hear a familiar track, but/however, if the preceding track and the following track are interesting, then the two combinations that sandwich the track that you're familiar with gets revived/refreshed. It's a completely new experience.

It's all about the combos. I dream in combos. Obsess over fav and newly bought tracks.

I attempt to do this in this 1hr and a half house music mix. I hope that you enjoy it.

Much love and respect.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like.

Merry Christmas and May God Bless All Whom You Love Abundantly.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: The ceiling at Boogie, a downtown hotspot on Queen St W (Just east of Dufferin) in Downtown Toronto
---------------
7 RECOMMENDED MIXES by dattrax:
---------------
Healing Hands
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-11-13T08_11_30-08_00

mUsiCaL CoLLaGE
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-10-21T17_28_56-07_00

One Way Traffic
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-11-20T13_41_31-08_00

Early Christmas
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-11-20T13_30_02-08_00

Tracks that Matter
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-11-13T13_00_00-08_00

Working Things Out
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2025-11-13T12_43_24-08_00

Beyond Words
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2024-10-18T09_48_15-07_00

Episode 189: Heart Battles » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:47:04 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Friends to where house music resides. How is your mind life? Are you winning the daily battles against yourself? Against that negative voice that puts you down? Prop up the cheerleader in your mind. If you're not cheering for you, then who is???!!

We can't comprehend how much house music has been made globally over the last 40yrs and is being created daily. It doesn't matter.

Outside of hunting forever for tracks that speak to you, if you give 10 house DJs 100 tracks, you'll get 10 completely different mixes.

This is the beauty of house music.

One of a dozen wonderful reasons why house is unique and the purest form of personal expression.
_______________________
Any advice for new house music DJs?
Just one, don't compromise on what you want to spin or share. Make sure that you only purchase tracks that really MOVE you. Don't compromise. The rest will come with time, practice, imagination and reflection.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 130 tracks in 3hrs and 54mins!!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
ANDROID: Download Podomatic App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podomatic.PodOmatic.Dev&hl=en_CA

IPHONE: Download Podomatic App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podomatic-podcast-player/id648258566

Episode 188: One Way Traffic » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:41:31 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How is your week going so far?

Counting my blessings. It's the simple things in life that brings moments of joy and happiness.

Thinking about all the good that's happened and all the wonderful people that I have crossed paths with.

Some built a little friendship or at least, shared kindred times.

Sure negative shit happens all the time and to all of us. Negative people aren't avoidable.

Hold on to the good. Replace, displace or discard the bad. Control what you can directly and the rest... let it be and go. Nothing you can do about it.

___________________

Life is fascinating. The cycle of struggle and overcoming.

Sometimes, I'm thankful for my sleep challenges because I have more time to sort things out.

___________________

I write a lot for work and also writing helps me sort out my thinking and feelings + collecting and organizing ideas.

Reading or learning helps displace or temporarily replace negative thoughts. You can't focus on two separate things, so it works.

___________________

I love house music and I work out my emotions through hunting for tracks, listening, prepping mixes or gigs, mixing or dancing to it. The whole process is therapeutic.

This quote is one that has helped me see clearly many times over the last five years. I hope that it can help you:

"Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit."

Napoleon Hill

___________________
These are my Chinese fortune cookies for today.
Much love and respect.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
ANDROID: Download Podomatic App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podomatic.PodOmatic.Dev&hl=en_CA

IPHONE: Download Podomatic App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podomatic-podcast-player/id648258566

Episode 188: Let Love Decide » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:37:06 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How are you? Are you living the life that you envisioned?

"Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There's not some trick involved with it. It's pure and it's real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things."

Tom Petty

I hope that you are working to fulfill your goals and dreams. That you beat or ignore any voice, especially the one between your ears that seeks to be an obstacle or seeks to put you down.

_____________________

Just wanted to say that to you before my house related rant or thoughts.

House has endlessly fascinated me since I was 14.

I met some friends from a high school downtown Toronto called Jarvis Collegiate through a mutual friend while I was going to one in North York called George S. Henry, which is just north of the "GTA" or the "Greater Toronto Area".

They loved to listen, mix and dance to house music vinyl records.

After a few records, I was hooked. This structure of four four beats with endless creative possibilities within. It was infectious. I got goosebumps. I felt something in my gut. I automatically smiled.

_____________________

Noel Nanton is a wonderful person who added to my musical education and fed my new love. He became a good friend and in a grade higher, grade 11..

was a house fanatic, great DJ and a new producer.

We used to go to his place after school and he'd played me his favourite records. He'd tell me stories that he heard about the records, the famous Chicago and NYC house DJs. The ones playing at illegal warehouse parties in downtown Toronto.

_____________________

A few years later, 'junk hunting' became a term we used to describe the records we were looking for. "Yeah man, hunting for any track that moves us. That instantly gives us goosebumps within seconds of the needle dropping on the record."

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you.

Sorry, this mix doesn't have a playlist.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 188: Early Christmas » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:30:02 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How has life been treating you?

Comedy is such a beautiful art form. Just like house music and music in general.

Anything that is really funny is because we know it to be true in our gut, but it's wrapped up and opened in surprising ways. You feel it. It's undeniable.

Love Patrice O'Neal (RIP) and Bill Burr, followed by Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, Shane Gillis, and Jimmy Carr. This is where the first group begins with the Canadian Comedians, who are Russell Peters (a fellow Canadian), Jim Carrey (Canadian), and Dana Carvey (Canadian), then the list continues with Will Ferrell and Jamie Foxx, before transitioning to the Asian Comedians: Joy Koy (fellow Asian), Jimmy O. Yang (fellow Asian), and Ronny Chieng (fellow Asian).

Finishing my favs list are Robin Williams, Anthony Jeselnik, Sebastian Maniscalco, Michael Che, Steve Emerson, Mark Normand, Louis C.K., Key & Peele, Ian Bagg (Canadian), Eddie Griffin, Phil Hanley, Jay Pharoah, Katt Williams, Conan O'Brien, Ralphie May (RIP), Matt Rife, Daniel Tosh, Craig Ferguson, Bill Maher and Norm Macdonald (RIP).

Unapologetic and increditble truth and story tellers. More philosophers than joke writers.

Zero convincing. It's either good or it's not.

_________________

It's the same with house music.

It's undeniable. You either love it as soon as you hear it or you don't care for it.

That's why it's such an emotional, physical and mental release. When we receive it and the tracks connect with us. We get goosebumps because it's so good.

I think about how music and other art forms affect me and why. Why do I love certain artists?

It's that ones that respect that purity in making, sharing and others receiving their art.

When I'm DJ'ing in front of a crowd, there is nothing like it. I've spend 4-8hrs the week before prepping the tracks that I'd like the option of spinning. Then seeing people's reactions to each track that I LOVE that MOVE me... dropping them and seeing the reactions. The giving and receiving.

When out dancing and receiving a DJ's vision of house music. What they love and how they put everything together. It's so beautiful.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix... This mix has 16 Tracks in 58mins!!!

Episode 188: Tracks that Matter » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How is life treating you?
I hope and pray that you are doing well and moving your life forward.

I don't understand how the house music tracks are constructed.

Can't read music. Can't create/produce tracks. Can't sing. Well,... I can sing, but your ears will hurt, so not well.

Don't know what "in key" means to apply it to DJ'ing.

I love DJ'ing because it's the best form of self expression for me.

A musical collage. Picking the tracks you love. Tracks that MOVE you.

It's UNDENIABLE. Either you love it or don't.

Highlighting the parts you love of each track.

EQ'ing the way a track sounds to your preferences. (Some DJs love more bass, some love the crisp hi hats like me).

Changing the speed to what you like. Some like it slow or super slow or fast or a medium danceable tempo.

It's your mix, you can do WHATEVER you want. Ultimate freedom to create.

Changing the energy or flow of a mix with different combinations or styles of transition.

As two art forms, the differences between live DJ'ing to a crowd OR
the complete control of creating a mix.

It's soooooooooo much fun and endlessly fascinating to me.

With each new track that I buy, I imagine what tracks from my collection would sound great mixed in.

I dream of combinations 😂. Dream in combinations.

I'm 51 and still stoked about buying a new batch of music.

I've loved house since I was 14 or so.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix... This mix has 36 Tracks in 2hrs and 45mins!!!!!!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
ANDROID: Download Podomatic App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podomatic.PodOmatic.Dev&hl=en_CA

IPHONE: Download Podomatic App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podomatic-podcast-player/id648258566
---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: This is my doggie, Tommy. A Chinaman's best friend... as they say. LMAO!!

Episode 188: Working Things Out » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:43:24 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. How are you doing?

House music is such a beautiful art form for self expression.

Give 50 tracks to 10 DJs and we'll get 10 completely different mixes.

Give the same 10 DJs the same 50 tracks when they're in different moods and the combinations are endless.

This is 1hr and 24mins from a new batch bought from https://www.traxsource.com/

This was a batch of 55 tracks that took 4mths to hunt down in the cracks of time. Listening to a track for 2-3 seconds. I can't wait till you hear these tracks. House music keeps evolving and this is THE most exciting time if you LOVE house music.

[[There isn't a playlist for this mix because I recorded it at my friend, Hubert's music studio, CTRL Room.
Google Local Listing: https://share.google/OLLqVg85Jnq6GgGF5
Contact Hubert to book a recording session or a small get together: https://www.instagram.com/ctrlroom/ ]]

*I used USBs and not Traxtor DJ software which makes a tracklist for you when you're done a recording.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
ANDROID: Download Podomatic App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podomatic.PodOmatic.Dev&hl=en_CA

IPHONE: Download Podomatic App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podomatic-podcast-player/id648258566

Episode 188: Healing Hands » strictly vocal house music

dattrax — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:11:30 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers & Sisters to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

Have you had one of those rare days where 6-7 things go wrong and you're on your knees praying because you're so broken?

I had one of those days last December. From 10am till past midnight. EVERYTHING went wrong. One after another. LMAO.

If I described that day, then no one would believe it. Plus, I'd sound like I'm whining, which is not what I want to do. I only visit the past to gather insights, NOT to wallow in my negativity. We're NOT victims.

We all go through negative stuff. Probably not as bad as other people, even though we don't want to compare. (Comparison is the basis of discouragement because we compare our valleys to someone's hilltops).

All we can control is our reaction to the circumstances as they occur.

As bad as any day, it'll have to end soon. Hold on to that.

House music heals and restores. This is a 2nd attempt for this batch of beautiful vocal house tracks that I wanted to include in this mix of healing, and it's one of my most personal mixes.

We don't value beauty and art without going through the dark times.

I hope and pray that you get on top of your circumstances. That you forge ahead with a smile on your face and a great attitude.

After wading through a valley, a hill is bound to come up on the horizon.

One battle in our mind at a time.

These are my Chinese fortune cookies for today.
Much love and respect.

Thank you for listening to this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

PS » I want to thank many great friends who have been available to listen or help in my life (especially these last 7 years of my divorce) when they didn't have to do anything.

I appreciate you and I hope that I can repay your kindness one day.

Thankful and Grateful (I googled the difference).
dattrax
---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: My dear friend, Sunanda and her two wonderful children. They live on a beautiful island in Panama called Bocas del Toro. She owns an amazing restaurant & bar: https://www.instagram.com/omcafebocas/
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 29 tracks in 2hrs and 30mins!!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
You're on our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

Episode 187: mUsiCaL CoLLaGE » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:28:56 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

I"m soooooooo excited to share this mix with you!!!!

This is one of my fav mixes that I've ever made. It's 73 Tracks in 2hrs and 14!!! That's about one track in every 1.8mins.

What I love about this mix is that it treats each track as components to DJ/mix with. It was so much fun. I was dancing and singing my heart out.

This took about three attempts with the same batch of tracks. Probably another 100 on top of what's recorded here, but this attempt was completely different than the two previous test mixes.

The mixing and layering is fantastic. I probably can't reproduce this feel. Glad it's recorded.

It glides through different types of house music that MOVEs me. I really hope that you enjoy this mix.

I really LOVE the transitions, although I was too impatient with about 4-5 and didn't mix out the preceding tracks as well as I'd like to. It is what it is.

It's the imperfections that make the groove PERFECT. Everything in its place right??

I also took a few tracks and played them multiple times and because they were sandwiched between different combinations on the way in and out, it was a completely different feel each time. Never did this before. It's an interesting technique.

Building an overall groove throughout the two hour mix and mini grooves with 2 to 4 track combinations.

Ahh... geeking out. House music and DJ'ing it is so fascinating.

Thank you so much for checking out this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like.

Thank you. All the best to you.

May God Bless You and All Whom You Love.

Cheers,
dattrax
---------------
COME & CHECK OUT our main site with almost 200 mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix...This mix has 73 Tracks in 2hrs and 14!!!
---------------
"Toronto House DJ Mixes"
Come and listen to the mixes of over 500 of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes
---------------
ANDROID: Download Podomatic App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.podomatic.PodOmatic.Dev&hl=en_CA

IPHONE: Download Podomatic App:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podomatic-podcast-player/id648258566

Every Kiss Was Necessary » strictly underground house music

dattrax — Thu, 29 May 2025 07:45:37 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to "dattrax's PROMO house music mixes'. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

I'm an old Chinaman who loves house music.
I don't know shit, but I know me.

What I love and don't.
What I am and not.

Unapologetically me.

I've learned a shit ton from bad people, from great and loving people and from the mistakes that I've made.
That I own 100% along the way in this journey of life. Lessons from examining my past.

Let's change what we can and discard the rest.
One thing at a time. One problem at a time.
The battles each day are NOT with the dumb motherfuckers trying to crush you.
Thinking that you are weak. Mistaken your kindness as such.
They are insignificant. Ignore them.
The real battle is against ourselves and in our minds and hearts.
We have to be our best cheerleader. Not critic. Not judge.

We mess up. Fine. Accept the responsibility and consequences.
Fuck it. It's over. Next.
Negative people. Don't waste any energy on them. Their struggle is on infinite loop.
Feel sorry for them.
Ignore their ignorant beings.
Enlightenment isn't for them.
We celebrate life.
Restoration.
Reconciliation.
Love.
Achievement.
Health.
Wealth for our loved ones and our communities.
We brighten up and encourage those who we get the privilege to touch every day

Let's fucking go!!!
Enjoy yourself Maddafrackers.
Relish and cherish every fucking moment .

These are my Chinese fortune cookies for today.
For YOU. Much love and respect.

Thank you for checking out this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
Check out our main site with 195+ mixes. Free mobile app or go to the Podomatic website:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: This is an awesome reunion pic of my friends, George and Steven. We got together recently to go dancing to house music. We hadn't seen each other in 24yrs!! The smiles in this beautiful pic, this is house music to me.
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Connect on FaceCrack: https://www.facebook.com/dat.so.940
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 111 of tracks in 4hrs!!!
---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 186: Surrender » strictly house music

dattrax — Sun, 05 Jan 2025 11:02:45 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow Brothers and Sisters to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

I'm an old Chinaman who loves house music.

I don't know shit. I know me.

What I love and don't.

What I am and not.

Unapologetically me.

I've learned a shit ton from bad people, from great and loving people and from the mistakes that I've made.

That I own 100% along the way in this journey of life. Lessons from examining my past.

Let's change what we can and discard the rest.

One thing at a time. One problem at a time.

The battles each day are NOT with the dumb motherfuckers trying to crush you.

Thinking that you are weak. Mistaken your kindness as such.

They are insignificant. Ignore them.

The real battle is against ourselves and in our minds and hearts.

We have to be our best cheerleader. Not critic. Not judge.

We mess up. Fine. Accept the responsibility and concequences.

Fuck it. It's over. Next.

Negative people. Don't waste any energy on them. Their struggle is on infinite loop.

Feel sorry for them.

Ignore their ignorant beings.

Enlightenment isn't for them.

We celebrate life.

Restoration.

Reconciliation.

Love.

Achievement.

Health.

Wealth for our loved ones and our communities.

We brighten up and encourage those who we get the privilege to touch every day

Happy 2025!!!

Let's fucking go!!!

Enjoy yourself Maddafrackers.

Relish and cherish every fucking moment .

These are my Chinese fortune cookies for today.

For YOU. Much love and respect.

Thank you for checking out this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: This is a pic of my dear friend, Wanye and I. Look at us! This is house music Baby. Friends. Love. Bliss. Joy. Check him on IG: @phobybai
---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.
---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
Donate/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/dattrax
---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 185: Written In Our Hearts » strictly house music

dattrax — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 03:15:14 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Fiends to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

This mix took forever. Geez. I just couldn't get it right. The way that I wanted it to feel. This is the seventh attempt. Yes, LMAO. I cheated too. I stitched half of the 6th attempt with a new 40mins or so. LMAO.
Each attempt had great moments and then pure shit!!

I want to only post mixes that I'd want to listen to over and over again. Don't want throwaway mixes that no one gives a shit about. There's a beauty in this art form. The ultimate form of self expression. You can feel a DJ's energy and emotions.

I feel the same way about DJ'ing live. Which is completely different than making a mix BTW.

I'd rather have 30 people who love dancing to house music in front of me and we're making eye contact. Hi-fiving each other in the air. That's house music. I

'd rather that then be at a massive event with thousands of people where no one gives a shit if you're spinning or not.

Enough of my elitist house rant. LMAO. It's not important.

What's reallly important is what you get out of a mix.

Just at the end of this mix, did you enjoy yourself? Did you smile? Did you forget your troubles for an hour or so?

If so, then my mission is accomplished.

House music Baby. It heals. Washes. Refreshs. Renew. So you can go do life struggles and triumphs again 💜

Thank you for checking out this mix. I appreciate you. You could have chosen to spend your time anywhere else you'd like. Thank you. All the best to you.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
IMAGE CREDIT: This is a pic snapped by a friend of mine's friend, Eugene. Vigil has kindly given me permission to use this incredible photo. It perfectly captures the joy of house music. It was taken at a friend's music studio in Toronto, CTRL Room. a haven for small gatherings of house music luvers.

If you're ever in Toronto, then 52 Cawthra Ave, Toronto, ON M6N 5B3 (just south east of St Clair W St and Keele St)

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 24 Tracks in 1hr and 37mins!!!!!!!

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 184: Beyond Words » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:48:15 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Fiends to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

We're moving into the cooler autumn in Toronto, Canada. How's the weather in your location?

I've told some friends last weekend that I wish that I could quit this addiction/obession. Really. Truthfully. I'd love to be able to quit.

Just bought 64 new tracks from Traxsource. I'm 50 years young, but should've been done with DJ'ing, going dancing to house music, buying house music decades ago. LMAO.
This addiction drives me mad and yet has been so therapeutic, so wonderful. Mixed feelings.

It is what it is. Although I wish that I could be normal and just golf, fish or collect stamps, any other 'normal' man's hobby. Geez.

The most beautiful house music is being created today. Took me weeks to find these new 64 gems. Less than half are in this new mix that you're about to experience. Mixed with a few gems that came to mind. Good house music is timeless.

I've heard this mix two times and going on a third today. I FREAKING LOVE IT. LOVED MAKING IT. This is one of my best works. My hope is that you love listening and dancing to this.

I hope that I can give you this two hour escape from whatever is stressing you, so that this beautiful music can refresh you.
Then you can tackle the obstacle that is in your way to attaining your objectives.

I hope that you win the battles in your mind each day and then move forward with improving yourself, your life and all the lucky humans that cross your path. That's my Chinese fortune cookie for you. Lol

Cheers
dattrax

Image: My doggie, Tommy. In this pic, he's sleeping but looks like he's doing some doggie Kung-Fu moves. This was such a cute pic. I put it through some filters. Free app:
Prisma Art Effect Photo Editor
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.neuralprisma&hl=en_CA

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 33 Tracks in 2hrs and 3mins!!!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 183: It's a dattrax tHiNg » strictly house music

dattrax — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:38:41 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Fiends to where house music resides. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.
It's chilly AF here in Toronto, Canada as we're in our Autumn season. Thank you for stopping by and giving this new mix a listen. Much appreciated.

Here's a little something I wrote for myself, but want to share with you. Hope it brightens your day along with this new mix.

"Who knows why we are dealt the cards that we have gotten?
Some are good cards, some are blessed.
Some are poor all the way to horrific.
Some rare encouraging people in our lives will tell us that we're special. That we are destined to do good.
That we matter.
Some tell us that we're nothing. Don't deserve anything. Less than nothing.
Some will be kind to us and some will treat us with distain.
What they do to us isn't as important as how we decide to react.
At the end of the day..., more accurately...
At the beginning of each day, we decide what we are.
A chance to forgive ourselves and move forward.
We decide to let go or to hold on.
We decide on which thoughts to entertain and which to discard.
We decide if we're going to be a victim or a volunteer.
Each day is a new opportunity to reinvent ourselves.
A wasted life or one that brings sunshine into each person that we encounter.
We decide which choices to make. Which actions to take.
We decide to start now or to put it off.
To fight or make peace.
We decide what we think, how we feel, what we do and who we are.
We can decide who we want to become.
Are we better than we were before? Than yesterday?"

Well..., that's my Chinese fortune cookie for the day. All the best to you. I hope that you win the battles in your mind each day and then move forward with improving yourself, your life and all the lucky humans that cross your path.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 48 Tracks in 2hrs and 25mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 182: Asian Sonics » Strictly Underground House Music

dattrax — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:31:25 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Fiends to where house music resides. Thank you so much for taking a listen. I appreciate you. I hope this makes you smile a little.

Coming out of the vaults...

This is a test session from 2009 that I'm posting. It has no rhyme or reason. LMAO.

It's not how I'd do it now, but... I was 35 yrs old when I made this.

I'm 50 now, so that's 15yrs ago. I have no idea what I was thinking when I made this.

House music is felt. Not explained. Enjoy or not. All the best to you and those you love.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 181: Moth to the Flame » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:36:09 +0000

dattrax: Welcome my Fellow House Fiends to where house music resides. House music is so beautiful. It either grabs you or it doesn't. Doesn't need explaining or convincing. You feel it in your gut, you smile uncontrollably and you want to put your hands in the air or dancing.

I've loved house music since I was 15yrs old. DJ'ing and starting buying vinyl records at 18. I'm 50 now and just bought 20 new tracks for this new session. It took over a month to hunt down these 20 that move me. After I waited for the 20% discount code that https://www.traxsource.com/ emails me as a subscriber. Then I listened to this batch for 2-3 days.

House music is my #1 hobby, artistic outlet, therapeutic sandbox and emotional release. Anything to do with it. Finding/hunting for tracks, listening to mixes to be inspired, learn and enjoy. Mixing tracks that move me and dancing. I have rules there, so that I'm in maximum enjoyment and peace.

I make my mixes for me. Second, for my best friend, Jimmy.

Anyone else who likes or enjoys it is gravy—a bonus.

I hope that this session will put a smile on your face and brighten your day. All the best to you. Thank you for choosing to listen to this new session.

Cheers
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 25 Tracks in 1hr and 42mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 180: Chosen Shelter » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 21:09:21 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Headz!! Ready for a new sonic excursion?

How are things in your corner of the world? Are you kicking butt in all your endeavours? Are you staying positive despite challenging circumstances and people? Hi-five to you!! Let's escape a little through soul-refreshing house music.

I loved making this mix. It took almost 3wks to prep 200 or so tracks for this mix. Then I dwindled it down to 120 or so.
I was dancing and mixing through 66 tracks in almost 3hrs.

Topic detour: As a 50yr old single/divorced man who has four wonderful children with the love of his life for 24yrs, I've had some interesting life experiences. 20yrs before dating her and the last almost 7 years not married to her.

A decade as a crazy restaurant manager in a downtown Toronto hotspot. DJ'ing for 35yrs or more. Working in digital marketing for 17yrs and specifically as an SEO and SEM manager for 14yrs out of those 17.

I REALLY REALLY wish that I learned these few gems at 12yrs old. No one teaches boys anything useful about girls. When you ask men of varying ages what their main challenges are, what do they say? Money or women.

Life-Saving Advice for 12yr old Boys & Beyond

"Watch where you put your signature or your dick."
"Don't go after another man's wife."
"Don't cum where you eat."
"Don't fuck crazy."

Did you laugh? Funny because they're true.

That was my Chinese fortune cookie for you today.

All the best to you.
Cheers,
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 66 Tracks in 2hrs and 47mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 179: Sound Hug Yaa-uuM » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 11:42:55 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Seekers!! Thank you for taking us for a spin. We appreciate you.

How have you been? Good and bad things happened in your life?

Be your best cheerleader. Fight and win the daily battles in your mind. You are your competition. Trying to better the older version of you.

I think about all the house music DJs that I love to dance to in this great city; they're all different. I think about my DJ gigs, many of them are very different.

I feel like dancing to some tracks. To some moments. I don't feel like it other times.

Because I love dancing, I know what I want. When I'm DJ'ing, I'm giving myself what I want when I'm dancing. Have fun and play what moves you. Some will love it, some won't. No big deal.

As long as we 100% only play tracks that MOVE us. We'll be fine.

My friend, Caco gave this mix's name: "Sound Hug Yaa-uuM" He said that some tracks feel like they're reaching out to hug him. I thought that this is a wonderful description of great house tracks. They hug you in sound and emotions.

Just a few thoughts to share with you. Thank you for listening to this mix.

Have a great week. I hope you crush everything you want to accomplish. All the best to you.
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 41 Tracks in 1hr and 24mins!!
---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 178: Illyria's Going Away Party May 2024 » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 01:24:03 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Muisic Aficionadot to where house music resides.

I hope that all is well in your corner of the world. Thank you for taking a listen to our brand of house music. [We've loved this special art form since we were 15yrs old and now 50. We've gone past the stage where people might ask, 'Aren't you too old for...' by decades. LMAO].

There are dozens of house DJs that I listen to, so I know that choice is abundant, so I appreciate it when someone would take time from their lives to check out a mix.

It makes me happy thinking about people smiling and bopping their heads while driving or walking their doggies or working out or cleaning their homes to our mixes or any other activity.

Till Next Time.
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 65 Tracks in 3hrs and 5mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 177: Turning to Colour » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:04:09 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends. Welcome to where house music resides.

I'm a fanatic when it comes to work » SEO (and other digital marketing and business areas) and play » house music. I think obsessive-compulsive is the term that therapists would use. Add to that, I don't sleep. LMAO.

I've loved house music since I was 15, and at 50, it still endlessly fascinates me. House music is a unique art form, and how each DJ can express themselves is endless in the possibilities. Whether I'm hunting for the goosebumps tracks that move me, listening to mixes, mixing or dancing to it. It relaxes me and does so much more for me.

When it stops being fun, then I'll quit. I've been too old for this for decades.

Do you have a passion in your life, like music or another art form? The ability to express yourself through your passion is a powerful life-affirming gift. If you can earn a living from that, then you're truly winning in life.

Releasing negative emotions through a medium that we can use to work through our thoughts and feelings, that energy transfer is both therapeutic and transformative. Turning stress, pain or joy into something beautiful for someone else to enjoy. Nothing quite like that.

That's my Chinese fortune cookie for the day. Now to some sweet sounds of the underground » 31 Tracks in 1hr and 38mins!!!

All the best to you and those you hold dear.
Cheers,
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com
Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 31 Tracks in 1hr and 38mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 180+ mixes, the last 35+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 176: Sound Language » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 22:24:10 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fanatics. Ready for a new mix? This is a deep house exclusive, a bit different than the usual dattrax sound. If you love house, then I'm hoping this puts a smile on your face and make your body shake while you're trying to restrain yourself because you're not at a house music party. LMAO.

One electronic music producer who worked for a year at 7West named David, and Favian who's a great friend and a talented house head DJ and producer, both have said that the house music tracks that I spin are usually all made with minor keys. Favian said that these are the sad/melancholy sounds. Very cool. You learn something every day.

Remember Kids, from Uncle Yellow Hat to you: "Win the battles in your head with yourself each day. You decide to be happy and stop talking negative to yourself. Be your best cheerleader. Take one day at a time with your best efforts. Dump and forget any bad shit because it's the past. Nothing you can do about it. Dance to some house music to wash away any pain. Be refreshed. Be of good cheer. Carry on with what makes you alive and happy." That's my Chinese fortune cookie for you. All love and respect to a fellow house fan.

All the best to you and till the next time. We have over 180 mixes here. Please check some out.

Cheers,
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 38 tracks in 1hrs and 56mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

---------------
dattrax on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/
OR
@house_music_by_dattrax

---------------
IMAGE CREDIT:
My new house music DJ pal from South Africa, Andrew's sone drew this amazing drawing.
I asked him kindly after giving well deserved compliments for his permission to use it for my mix's cover art.
Coolest DJ idea ever!! A little guy riding the needle like a go-kart. So freaking fantastic. What a talented young man!!!!!!!!!!!

Episode 175: Like a Kiss, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:02:13 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fanatics. Did you have a tough week? Let some fantastic house tracks wash all that away. Even if only for a few hours.

This long weekend ends on Monday, July 1st as we celebrate Canada Day. Happy Canada Day Folks!!! What a wonderful country. Toronto has been my home since I was five years old escaping from Saigon, South Vietnam. I can talk about how much I love this city, this country and the people I've met along the way in the past five decades.

The house music since I was 14 or 15 that I've experienced in this city has been mind-blowing to me. It's so inspirational. House music, whether receiving it on the dancefloor or giving it out as a DJ. It's the ultimate personal expression and therapeutic outlet.

This is MixTwo of "Like a Kiss". This is a more aggressive and charging mix. MixOne is more mellow. It was soooo much fun to make. This was done in one take. MixOne took six attempts over a month and went in every direction except the vibe that I was chasing. The journey is part of the fun and discovery of this great genre of music—this beautiful art form.

Have a fantastic rest of your week. All the best to you wherever you're coming from. Thank you for stopping by and giving this mix a listen. Enjoy this ride.

Cheers,
dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy. Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 32 Tracks in 1hr and 22mins!!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 174: Like a Kiss, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 20:49:24 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow House Fiends!! Welcome to where house music resides. How are things in your corner of the world? Ready for some sweet house tunes??!

This mix took 6 attempts over the last month or so since my epic 5hrs mix for my 50th BDay in April, WOK with dattrax. 31 tracks in 1hr and 31mins!! A MixTwo is in the works and should be completed within a week or so. This second of this set should be more aggressive and hype!!

Hope you enjoy these new tracks and new dattrax Re-Rubs (my poor man's excuse for production, just mixing in a vocal track that I want to refresh with a modern house instrumental. LMAO).

Follow me on https://www.instagram.com/house_music_by_dattrax/

Have a great week!
Cheers, Dat

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy. Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 31 Tracks in 1hr and 31mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 173: WOK with dattrax » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:51:58 +0000

dattrax: Welcome to all the people out there who love house music. This is where house resides.

I just turned 50!!! Old, bald, Chinaman. but... I have loved house music since I was 15 years old. House has been an outlet for me to release ALL my negative energy... whether I'm listening to house music. Hunting, finding, mixing, dancing or enjoying house music. Talking about it with other people. Dreaming about combinations. Every track that I love. I dream of how to introduce it to people.

It's all about the combos!! Transforming the negative—anger, despair, hopelessness—and turning that energy into something beautiful, something that will make you smile.

As you smile, you have a vivacious spark that grows into something good. Because we all need a little encouragement, we all have dreams and plans.

We want to design our lives. It must first be the image in our minds in detail. Our real battles are with our minds. Stop talking bad to yourself. You fucked up. Great. It's over. Done. Forget about it. Let's dance. Love everyone. Avoid negative.

That's my Chinese fortune cookie rant for you. Much love, dattrax.

I mixed and danced my heart out on this one—almost five hours!!! I made some goodies for you.

Enjoy this journey. You're going to LOVE THIS!!!!!

Connect with us!!! Please tell us how you feel through these sessions.

How are you? I hope for the best for you. You can do what you want to do. Take that first step.

Thank you for listening to our house music sessions from Toronto, Canada. We are thankful for our lives and this fucking beautiful, gorgeous, wonderful, fascinating music.

Where you can take what you like and combine it with something else you like. It's beautiful. A musical collage of all the sounds that you love, mashed up in the way that you like it. There's nothing like house music. All the best to you. Massive hugs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax007@gmail.com

Merchandise for you and your house music loving friends: https://www.bonfire.com/store/dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 118 Tracks in 4hrs and 52mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

Episode 173: cHiNaMaN cOoKiN' » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:50:48 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow Seekers of House Music!! Welcome to where house converges. All dozen plus sub-genres of house.

I love a little bit of everything. Looking to create a groove that people gravitate to each time I play. Where I'm DJ'ing to 100 people that love my choices and styles house music VERSUS 10,000 who don't give a shet about who's DJ'ing because they're there reasons beside the house music.

This mix was inspired by the mass amount of tracks that I bought from Traxsource in March. Went on a DJ bender of sorts. LMAO. This mix is so much fun.

All the best to you and till the next time.
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax007@gmail.com

Merchandise for you and your house music loving friends: https://www.bonfire.com/store/dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 40 Tracks in 2hrs and 16mins!!!
---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 172: Privilegio Armarillo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:28:44 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends. This is where house music resides. How have you been?

“...if a painting really works down in your heart and changes the way you see, and think, and feel, you don’t think, ‘oh, I love this picture because it’s universal.’ ‘I love this painting because it speaks to all mankind.’ That’s not the reason anyone loves a piece of art. It’s a secret whisper from an alleyway. Psst, you. Hey kid. Yes you.”
Donna Tartt - The Goldfinch, 2014.

I read this and thought about how specifically art touches some and not others.
How that is okay and as it should be.

This has massive implications for any artist.

Zero pressure.

Some are drawn to your art. Your medium of choice. Your style. Your techniques. Or whatever combination.

Some aren't drawn no matter what and for whatever reason. Nothing anyone can do about it.

This also relates to a post I read a few years ago about how some people physically react to music.
Some people like me.

Also relates to two people in my life, both music producers. One was into electronic music in general, and the other into house music.

They both observed after listening to many of my mixes that most of the tracks I played were in minor keys.
I don't have any classical music training, so I asked them what that means.

Take care of yourself.
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

Merchandise for you and your house music loving friends: https://www.bonfire.com/store/dattrax/

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 63 Tracks in 3hrs and 19 mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 171: Sonic Collage » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 22:08:42 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Hunters!! This is where house music rests.

I want to thank you for stopping by and trying out my mixes. I appreciate you and hope you'll enjoy listening and dancing to the house music that moves me.

Put together with love in musical collages that I create to amuse myself, fuel my curiosity and act as an outlet to work out and work through my negative thoughts and emotions.

I make each mix for two people: myself and my best friend, Jimmy. If I don't love it, then delete it. Back to the drawing board another time. If Jim likes a mix, then I'm extremely happy.

When someone else likes a mix, that's just extra blessings and more gravy. + EGO!!!!!!!!!!! LMAO!!!

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

Working on a t-shirt and baseball cap online store with dattrax and house music related designs. Email me if you want more information.

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 37 Tracks in 1hr and 43mins!!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

---------------
Image Credit:
I used this free AI image generator:
https://www.midjourneyai.ai/

I just gave it a prompt: "Create an Asian man with a samurai costume in front of a DJ mixer and CD turntables."

BOOM!!! Yellow Panther is DJ'ing house music, Baby!!!
The future is here, and it's insane.

Then I ran a ton of filters from this free app called Prisma:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.neuralprisma&hl=en_CA&gl=US

Episode 171: Another Chapter » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 09 Mar 2024 01:35:19 +0000

dattrax: WELCOME!!! I don't know if you came by accident or intention, but thank you for taking a listen to this new house music mix.

If you love house, then you'll have no regrets here. If you don't love house, then thank goodness that the internet is vast and you can always find your tribe who you can connect with and speak your language and can energize you.

There's nothing like house music for personal expression. In mixing or dancing; giving or receiving.

There's nothing more important than creating art that personally moves you.
Turning personal negative, pain, suffering or trauma energy into creative beauty.

I wish all the best in your daily lives. I hope that you love, forgive and express often.

Until the next dattrax mix is completed.

Cheers, dattrax

***Working on a t-shirt and baseball cap online store with dattrax and house music related designs. Email me if you want more information.

**Image Credit: My friend, Andres at IG: @dancecommittee92

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed dattrax mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 75 Tracks in 3hr and 33mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax
Podomatic is also a free mobile app.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 170: pRoVeN gRoUnD » sTriCkLy uNdErGrOuNd hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:04:32 +0000

dattrax: HIYA Fellow House Fiends. How are you??!! Welcome!!! I hope that you're doing well and if you're not, then I wish that you're making plans to change that. Whatever stress or challenges you're going through. I'm cheering for you!!

I'm also going to take you away for two hours. Is that ok with you???!! 39 Tracks in 2hrs and 5mins!!

This puppy took three attempts. LMAO. If I could DJ a few hours per night, my skills would be better. Lol
My DJ'ing was so much better and tighter when I was young and spinning a lot.

Now, my blending is more sophisticated, but the tightness is blah.

Every one of my mixes has mistakes. It's just tolerable since I've never been able to make perfect no-mistakes sessions.

Thank you for taking this puppy for a spin. If you love house and beautiful vocals, then you'll LOVE this.

All the best to you and those you love.
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. 39 Tracks in 2hrs and 5mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 169: Sunshine for Your Ears, MixTWO » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 22:46:15 +0000

dattrax: WELCOME FELLOW HOUSE AFICIONADOS!! This is where house music rests.
How are you doing? How's your health? Your career or business? If you're struggling, then you're definitely NOT ALONE.

The good thing is that some good house music can be a great escape. Dance a little. Walk a little to this or workout to it. Let out your stress. Then, tomorrow, you put on your best smile and attitude and battle against any negativity in your mind for another day. Decide to be your best cheerleader, and STOP talking negatively to yourself. Sorry, that's my Chinese Fortune Cookie Hi-Five and encouraging words to you. (Not sure if anyone reads my show notes. LMAO!!!!!!!) You don't want any weird opinions from a DJ right?? Of course not. Let's crank up the volume on this PUPPY!!!!!)

Thank you for dropping by and taking this recorded session for a listen. MixONE took 4 attempts because I suck and changed directions every time. LMAO. It's so much fun but also frustrating sometimes.

I really hope that you enjoy these two mixes. Fortunately, MixTWO took one attempt. Lol

Have a super day or night from wherever you're located. Thank you for listening to my passion.

Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 45 Tracks in 2hrs and 6mins!!
---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 169: Sunshine for Your Ears, MixONE » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 22:36:32 +0000

dattrax: HIYA Fellow House FANATICS!!! Welcome to where house music resides. If you like house, you'll LOVE my recorded sessions.

I want to thank you for stopping by and trying out my mixes. I appreciate you and hope you'll enjoy listening and dancing to the house music that moves me.

Put together with love in musical collages that I create to amuse myself, fuel my curiosity and act as an outlet to work out and work through my negative thoughts and emotions. It's therapeutic,

I make each mix for two people. Myself and then for my best friend, Jimmy. If I don't love it, then delete. Back to the drawing board another time.

If Jim likes a mix, then I'm extremely happy.

When anyone else likes a mix I've made, then that's just extra blessings and more gravy on top.

"Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There's not some trick involved with it. It's pure and it's real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things."
Tom Petty

I hope that you are working to fulfill your goals and dreams. You beat or ignore any voice that seeks to be an obstacle, especially the one between your ears.

I just wanted to say that to you before my house-related rant or thoughts.

------------------------------
House has endlessly fascinated me since I was 15.

I met some friends from a high school downtown Toronto called Jarvis Collegiate through a mutual friend while I was going to one in North York called George S. Henry, which is just north of the city. (currently, North York, along with 24 other urban, suburban, and rural municipalities, is part of the "GTA" or the "Greater Toronto Area").

They loved to listen, mix and dance to house music vinyl records.

After a few records, I was hooked. This structure of four four beats with endless creative possibilities within. It was infectious. I got goosebumps. I felt something in my gut. I automatically smiled.

All the best to you. Sending you positive vibes...
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 53 Tracks in 2hrs and 49mins!!
---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 168: Musicality of Life » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:57:43 +0000

dattrax: Hello Everyone. Welcome to where house music resides. If you like house, you'll love it after taking this mix for a ride.

There are no guarantees in life, but if you hear house music and it speaks to you, the least it will do is put a smile on your face and brighten your day.

If it doesn't connect, then I'm sure there's another form of music that you'll love out there. Keep exploring.

------------------------------
I want to thank you for stopping by and trying out my mixes. I appreciate you and hope you'll enjoy listening and dancing to the house music that moves me.

Put together with love in musical collages that I create to amuse myself, fuel my curiosity and act as an outlet to work out and work through my negative thoughts and emotions. It's therapeutic,

I make each mix for two people. Myself and then for my best friend, Jimmy. If I don't love it, then delete. Back to the drawing board another time.

If Jim likes a mix, then I'm extremely happy.

When anyone else likes a mix I've made, then that's just extra blessings and more gravy on top.

"Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There's not some trick involved with it. It's pure and it's real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things."
Tom Petty

I hope that you are working to fulfill your goals and dreams. You beat or ignore any voice that seeks to be an obstacle, especially the one between your ears.

I just wanted to say that to you before my house-related rant or thoughts.

------------------------------
House has endlessly fascinated me since I was 15.

I met some friends from a high school downtown Toronto called Jarvis Collegiate through a mutual friend while I was going to one in North York called George S. Henry, which is just north of the city. (currently, North York, along with 24 other urban, suburban, and rural municipalities, is part of the "GTA" or the "Greater Toronto Area").

They loved to listen, mix and dance to house music vinyl records.

After a few records, I was hooked. This structure of four four beats with endless creative possibilities within. It was infectious. I got goosebumps. I felt something in my gut. I automatically smiled.

------------------------------
I'm sorry, Ladies and Gents, but Podomatic recently added a 4,000-character limit on episode descriptions, so Storytime will have to continue in the next mix's show notes. All the best to you in your new 2024. Go plan in detail, put on a good attitude each day and work. Go get yours.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 48 Tracks 2hrs and 14mins!!

---------------
Image Credit:
I used this free AI image generator:
https://www.midjourneyai.ai/

I just gave it a prompt: "Create an Asian man in a ninja costume standing in front of a DJ mixer and CD turntables."

Mind blown. LMAO

Episode 167: Reclaiming Joy » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 03:31:00 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends and Happy Freaking New Year!!!

Come to where house music resides. If you LOVE house music, then I'll match that emotion.

For an hour and a half, let me take you away from your stress and problems. Let the music move you. Wash you. Refresh you.

Then the coming day, you can put on a smile, put on your best attitude, dress sharp and kick some ass in whatever you're doing and passionate about. I wish you a fantastic 2024. Let's go!! Go get yours!!

[I finished this session (2nd attempt. LMAO) and realized I had forgotten two of the new tracks I bought out of this new batch of 31. It's so annoying but funny. Till the coming mix, these two tracks are insanely great!!!!!!!]

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 29 Tracks in 1hr and 33mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

---------------
Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

---------------
Image Credit:
I used this free AI image generator:
https://www.midjourneyai.ai/

I just gave it a prompt: "Create Black Panther from Marvel Superheros in front of a DJ mixer and CD turntables and change his costume to yellow."

BOOM!!! Yellow Panther is DJ'ing house music, Baby!!!
The future is here, and it's insane.

Then I ran a ton of filters from this free app called Prisma:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.neuralprisma&hl=en_CA&gl=US

Episode 166: Year's End 2023 » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:36:01 +0000

Welcome, Dear House Music Lovers, to where the house resides. Thank you for stopping by and giving my mixes a listen.

I can't believe that it's already the end of the year. What have you learned? What are you planning for 2024?
Are you excited to dive into 2024 and accomplish your goals?

Just wanted to share three things that I've learned this year. If it can help you, then that's great. If not, then pls ignore.

1) Each day, I must win the battle against the negativity drifting into my mind. I have to be my #1 cheerleader because no one else will

2) Consistency creates emotional stability on a personal level or in your team when you're a manager/leader of people

3) Identity drives behaviour. In each area of life, the image of the person I want to become makes decisions binary, yes or no, regarding choices that either move me closer to or further away from my desired identity

All the best to you in the last few days of 2023 and this coming 2024!!
Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes, driving, in the gym or while walking about or walking your doggie) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

***Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000-character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This mix has 55 Tracks in 2hrs and 30mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 170+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

Come and listen to the mixes of the BEST House Music DJs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

Episode 165: Making You Feel Again » Strictly Vocal House Music

dattrax — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 22:08:27 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Friends to where house music rests. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone. All the best for you and your loved ones this coming Sunday and Monday. Thanks for stopping by and taking a listen to this mix.

How is life treating you? Are you working hard towards your goals and envisioning better days coming soon?

That's great if you are!! No one is going to save you. We have to plan and work. It is what it is.

We all have our own battles and adventures to go through. It's so good that we can connect through good house music.

This is a beautiful 2-hour journey through many different subgenres of house music. You're going to love the energy of this puppy. This session has 38 Tracks in 2hrs and 5mins!!!

If you love house music, you've met someone who matches your love. Enjoy this ride. It's HAWT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm putting the finishing touches on the New Year's Eve session. I just finished my 3rd attempt. LMAO.

All the best to you and your loved ones!! Cheers, dattrax

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Pls, email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description. This session has 38 Tracks in 2hrs and 5mins!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control

Episode 164: Effortlessness » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 19:04:50 +0000

dattrax: Welcome, Fellow House Music Aficionados!! This is where house music resides.
I make recorded mixes to satisfy my curiosity in this art form, release stress, and engage in self-therapy. But, back in the day, it was our DJ moniker back in the day, "dattrax" was for live events... We are a dynamic DJ duo hailing from Toronto, Ontario, Canada! Jim and Dat, lifelong friends since we were 16 and passionate House Fiends with over three decades of musical camaraderie, comprise us.

Our world revolves around house music and anything we love that can be mixed with house music instrumentals. Dive into our shared passion, enjoy the tunes (there are now over 160+ mixes on this site/mobile app, "Podomatic" - search for 'house music by dattrax'), and don't forget to share your thoughts after listening — your feedback is our inspiration.

In the words of our original DJ bio written a lifetime ago: "For us, house music is more than just underground dance music; it's the ultimate form of self-expression, a musical cut and paste where you craft your unique sonic journey. Choose your favourite tracks, set the pace, highlight the moments that resonate with you, EQ the sound ranges that move you and create a musical experience that's uniquely yours."

We're committed to delivering our best, investing time, energy, and love. Our discerning taste is evident in our meticulous vinyl and mp3 selection process - only buying the tracks that give us goosebumps, elicit a 'Wowzers' in our guts or make us raise our fists in the air.

Join us on this musical adventure, where the combinations are endless, the energy is infectious, and every track is chosen with care and mixed with respect to the creators of the tracks. Welcome to the dattrax sound! I wish you all the best in your corner of the world as the holiday season approaches and the possibilities of a new outcome for each of us in the new year.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Image Credit: This was a painting in acrylic that I made in Nov of a DJ drawing I made decades ago.

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

30 Tracks in 1hr and 14mins!! Pls, email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

Episode 163: Decisions We Make » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:37:52 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow Fans of House Music to where house resides. How are you doing? How are the many areas of your life in the part of the world where you are?

I was thinking the other day about the life of a good house music track and how many people it touches and influences. Imagine the producer who creates a track and all that it takes to accomplish that. Then, a DJ finds the track on an MP3 site to purchase or a download promo on a music platform.

Then, the DJ listens to the track repeatedly to learn about it. To funny enjoy it. Then, they mix it along with a set of tracks that they have organized for a live DJ set or a recorded mix.

Then someone listens to it. How do they feel? Where are they? Who are they with? What new memories are created? Do they share with friends on social media? Close friends? Does that track get multiple plays? Does it get experienced in different environments? Does it get consumed during various personal activities?

It's a long and beautiful journey that touches, influences and brings positive emotions to many many people.

It crosses geography, gender, race, religion and anything else that makes us different and yet we're united by a shared experience, joy and love.

All the best to you in your daily battle against the negative of your mind. May you move closer and more decisively towards your dreams and goals.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Pls, email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 162: Sacred Ritual » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 18:49:15 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Friends. This is where house music resides.

How is life treating you? Whatever is going on... HOUSE MUSIC IS THE ANSWER.
If it's not the answer to your challenges, then it's definitely the break or escape you need.

Or a trustworthy companion through traffic, a walk with a loved one, a walk with your doggie, a couch hangout with your cat, background to some chores or errands, a walk by yourself or a workout (Or an intimate experience? Hhhmmm).

I make each mix for myself, my best friend, and live events DJ partner, Jim. Anyone else who enjoys them is a massive bonus and a happy smile maker.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Pls, email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
Photo Credit: My pal, @marcussaroop (Instagram)

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 161: Open to Receive » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 04 Nov 2023 14:32:41 +0000

dattrax: Welcome, My Fellow House Lovers!! Welcome to where house music resides.

For me, I've always made mixes for two people: myself and my best friend and DJ partner, Jim. Anyone else likes it, and it's gravy and makes me happy. When Jim likes or loves a mix, then I'm thrilled.

If I don't love it and don't want to listen to it repeatedly, then I don't post it on my Podomatic site or share it. I'd delete it after one listen and try again another time.

Choosing House Music is only a matter of available time. As I get older, there's less time. There are levels to each craft and sections within each. You can go deeper and deeper into any endeavour.

Everything demands time to try, test/ experiment, adjust and implement. You make choices that are the best for your situation.

In 1989, I was 15 and in grade 10.
I got into house music 30+ years ago.
I started buying vinyl records and DJ'ing at 18, and it's been a lifelong addiction ever since.

I've told myself many, many times over the last 30+ years of DJ'ing that when it stops being fun, then I'll stop wasting tons of time and money on it.

This addiction to house is probably not going to leave me. I packed up my records and equipment for 2-3 years. Then I heard a house mix by a local Toronto, and it blew my mind. I jumped on to Beatport a few nights later and bought a crazy batch of tunes.

I wish you well and hope for all the best to you. Thank you for taking a listen to my sessions.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Pls, email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 160: What If... If Only » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:49:31 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Aficionados!!!!!!! This is where house music resides.
I have an event with a few close DJ friends this Saturday and wanted to dig through and grab some unfamiliar tracks (+ some classics, like always ; ) and mix them with care and respect.

Mixing them with this autumn air feel makes us anticipate another Canadian winter (this is our natural lockdown season. LMAO). The vibe is melancholy and yet optimistic. I really hope that you enjoy it and that it brings a smile to your face and a pep in your step.

I hope that all is well with you and your life.

That you're making yourself better each day. That you're staying positive despite any circumstances piling on top of you. That you win the battles with your mind each day. Be your own best cheerleader, and stop being so hard on yourself.

That you overflow with joy when others come into contact with you. That you're pursuing your dreams and are working hard towards your goals in different areas of life; you care for your mental and physical health, and you enjoy the company of those who love you and don't judge you.

All the best to you. That's my Chinese fortune cookie greeting. Cheers, Fellow House Friends.

Thank you for stopping by and taking a listen. You are much appreciated.

Pls download the Podomatic App and enjoy over 160 house music mixes on your cell.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

42 Tracks in 2hrs and 52mins!!
*Pls email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 160+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 159: Dancing for a Solution » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 19:14:04 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Gang!! This is where house music resides. Thank you for taking a listen for the first time or returning for a new sonic snack.

I have a quick hour mix for you. This was made for a guest house music show in the US, but I didn't get a response back from the guy, so here we are. It's fun with kick-ass beats layered with beautiful vocals. Enjoy this ride.

I hope all is well with you in your corner of the universe. If it's not, then start each day winning the battle against your own mind. Everything will change after that. House music will wash your blues away. Go dance with some folks. Take care of yourself. Your happiness is your #1 priority. It's vital. When you're overflowing with joy, anyone in contact with you will benefit from your energy. That's my Chinese fortune cookie for you today.

---------------
PHOTO CREDIT: IG: arcadia.56

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
22 Tracks in 59 minutes and 45 seconds!!!
Email me if you want the playlist. Podomatic now has a 4,000-character limit on episode descriptions.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

Episode 159: Found in Translation » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:34:06 +0000

dattrax: Welcome to where house resides. How was your weekend?
I connected with some old friends, and we danced to house music at several events in Toronto. It was wonderful.

Nothing like enjoying house music with fellow house fanatics. Letting loose and releasing any tension, stress or worry.

Wherever you are in the world, we're connected through this unique world of house music. I hope you're pursuing your dreams and surround yourself with people who love and support you. Win the daily battles in your mind, and then you can move forward towards your goals.

All the best to you all! Thank you for listening to this session. Pls, feel free to check out the other 160 or so sessions. Feel my passion through these sound creations.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
52 Tracks in 2hrs and 35mins!!
Email if you want the playlist. Podomatic now has a 4,000 character limit on episode descriptions.

---------------
PHOTO CREDIT: IG: arcadia.56

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

Episode 158: Love Letter by dattrax » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 14:07:09 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fanatics to the place where house music resides.
I can't believe that September is almost over. Where does the time go?

I remember thinking often from age 20 and under why time was so freaking slow. Then you hit 35 and up, and time races by relentlessly. You blink, and a decade goes by.

I hope that you're setting out to accomplish your goals. That you've created a plan, put due dates on every important milestone, that you're measuring your progress, that you're rewarding yourself along the way. Over the last six years of my separation/divorce, I've had to fix different areas of my life and have new goals for the rest of 2023.

I'm only sharing with you what I do myself. We connect through house music, but we can share a word of encouragement here or there. Most people don't get any. We all need a gentle push, a hug and a hi-five occasionally.

I'm very thankful you chose to stop by and listen to my mixes. Thank you so much. I appreciate it.

I hope that you enjoy this mix and come back for more. There are over 155 mixes here, and with good house music, it's timeless. If you've never heard a track, it doesn't matter how old it is because it's NEW to you. One of the beauties of house.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all the places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Pls, email us if you want the playlist for this mix because Podomatic now has a 4,000 character (incl spaces) limit on episode description.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30+ years of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 157: hYpNoTiC gRaCE » sTRiCtLy hOuSe mUSiC

dattrax — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 03:02:11 +0000

dattrax: This is where house music resides, so Welcome Fellow House Fiends!! If you're not looking for house, then this is the WRONG place.

If you feel at home, then crank this session up and feel the passion in this short ride—techy vocals with sensual rhythms, and modern soundscapes; weaved together by beautiful transitions. The feel is light, yet DEEP as it moves you along like gentle ocean waves.

The fresh smell of autumn is in the air in Toronto. The youth are back to school. The heat is dying down. A new cycle. A refresh. A new start. A chance to reinvent ourselves.

I wish you all the best and want to share that a slight perspective change can change everything for the better.
Guard your mind and keep your attitude strong. Win each daily battle with your mind and from your thoughts will flow your actions and everyone around you will feel your energy and benefit from it. All the best to you and your loved ones.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find the Podomatic link to our site.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while recreating) for their incredible advancement of this wonderful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
28 Tracks in 1hr and 43mins!!

I Want You (Radio Edit) Huxley
In That Moment Hollis P Monroe, Anne Claire
Clap Eyes (Original Mix) HVOB
Rare Unit FD Clarke_Before I Can Love Again - Units For The Headz_Kwaito
Flashback Allies For Everyone
Delusions (Larse Mix) Minako & The Lovebirds, Larse
Orphan Ana Coya, Ilona Maras
Casualities Featuring Erlend Ye (Antonio Eudi & Bruno Be Remix) Phonique, Erlend Ye, Antonio Eudi, Bruno Be
Acid Is the Rain Domscott, Negra
No Way Back (The Revenge Remix) Danced Til Midnight, The Revenge

What You Need (Original Mix) Moe Turk
Sunshine Feat. Matthias Wittmann (Original Mix) Just Emma, Matthias Wittmann
Run Slowly (Andre Lodemann Remix) Chopstick, Johnjon
Your Way (Original Mix) David Anthony, Beverlei Brown
Love Of My Life (Doc D House Mix) Brian McKnight, Doc 'N' Tomes
Deceived (Main Mix) Nicky Deep, Black Assertion
Spring At Last (The Black 80s Remix) Pete Josef, The Black 80s
Running (feat. Velma Dandzo) (Original Mix) Young DJ, Velma Dandzo
Always There (Dave K AYA Remix) Soul Minority, Nathalie Claude
Trigger Me Out (feat. Léah Lazonick) (Black Light Smoke Remix) Glory Club, Léah Lazonick

The Rise (The Black 80s Remix) Esette, Piper Davis, The Black 80s
Danger Ahead (Kenny Summit Mix) Vanessa Daou, Kenny Summit
Marvin (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti
Shake Your Head Maxxi Soundsystem, Thomas Gandey
Your Love Will Set You Free (C2's Set U Free Remix) Caribou
I Try To Talk To You feat. John Grant (Original Mix) Hercules & Love Affair, John Grant
Let It Change (Mainro Remix) Holter & Mogyoro, Mainro
Make You Mine (Original Mix) Justin Jay, Josh Taylor

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax.

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.'

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30+ yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

Episode 156: Sound Strategy » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 20:38:53 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends!! Welcome to where house resides.

I was a bit angry for a few days. Just a few business and personal challenges. No biggie. Life happens. I let all my negativity flow into this relentless mix. This is the most aggressive style of mixing and harder-edged house tracks that I've made in years. LMAO.

Out of negativity comes a fun mix. It's probably good for a long drive or a great workout. We all have to let out our stress and start fresh. One problem at a time. One choice at a time. One day at a time.

It takes my recent favourite tracks from the last four mixes and adds a handful of new tracks.

All the best to you, and thank you for stopping by and listening to my passion. Enjoy.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
35 Tracks in 1hrs and 37mins!!

Ann Arbor Soulphiction
Telefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Freaks
The Unknown (Original Mix) John Monkman, Liz Cass
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights
74 Fathoms Deep Filta Freqz
Tides (Toto Chiavetta Edition 2022) Beanfield, Bajka, Toto Chiavetta
You must Pay Demuir
Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.You
Mono Rain (Original Mix) Dave DK, Holger Zilske
Bang Bang Your Mine (DJ T. Edit) Bang The Party

Need You Tonight-INXS and The Rainfall-Douglas Greed - Re-Rub
Giano_Feeling Good_Blatttraxx
Let You Go (Original Mix) Puff (ITA), DAPULEO
Addiction - Original Mix Prompt
Sade - Nothing Can Come Between Us (demuk Edit)_f
Just Let Me Dance (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Scandal
The Dope (Original Mix) Alexkid
Wild Boys-Duran Duran and Magdalena-Einmusik, Stimming Re-Rub
Dreams of Drums THE SNO-MEN
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa

Every Little Piece (Hot Since 82 Remix) Thomas Schumacher, Caitlin Devlin, Hot Since 82
The Last Mughal (The Last Mughal) James VoOrs
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive
Beirut Boogie - Original Mix Sebbo
Girl You Got My Heart (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Planningtorock, Maya Jane Coles
Eagle Filta Freqz
Hotflash! - Original Mix Oliver $
Chew Fu - Purple Rain (Mousse T Remix)
BT Remember - Mood2Swing - Dub Mix NRK Music
The Sound Of Violence - Cassius Reggae Rock Dub Cassius

Mod Rampa
Reckless With Your Love (DJ Sneak's Stereo Gangstaz Dub) Azari & III
Skyline (Original Mix) Samu.l
1999 (Original Mix) Vaudafunk
Numbers feat. Odd Beholder (feat. Odd Beholder) (Kölsch Remix) Douglas Greed, Odd Beholder, Kölsch

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

Episode 155: Outcome Independence » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 20:17:14 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Music Lovers!! Welcome to where house resides.
Summer in Toronto is drawing to an end. I hope that you've enjoyed your summer or the last few months in the part of the world where you live.

I want to do what I do best in each area of my life and let the results or failures fall where they may. Not be dependent on any desired outcome.

All the best to you, fellow House Friends. This short mix has lots of energy and is fun to listen to or dance to.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
33 Tracks in 1hr and 29mins!!

I Need A Rhythm-The 28th Street Crew and Questions-Milez - Re-Rub
Chameleon (Andre Lodemann Remix) Atish, Mark Slee, Andre Lodemann
Sense feat. Delhia de France (Original Mix) Douglas Greed
Take Words In Return (Return Version) Henrik Schwarz
Say My Name Rampa, Re.You
Behind the Wheel-Depeche Mode and Boss Skank-Zed Bias - Re-Rub
Freaky Behaviour - Friction Suspence (Original)
Sleazy (Nenor Remix) Underground System, Nenor
Together We're More (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Graham Baxter
Move by John Rocco

For The Gs (Original) Derek Dunbar and Wally Callerio
Deeper Space (Mr. V Sublevel Mix) Dj Able, Tribal Audio, Aroop Roy
Private Dancer Miguel Campbell
Charly (Original Mix) Animal Trainer
Feel The Same (Original Mix) Les Bijoux
Unsettled Corduroy Mavericks
If It's Worth It Then Try Mosebo
Soul Rise Hyenah, Floyd Lavine
Alcatraz - Kenton Slash Demon Remix Kasper BJ
Tension (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Dom Fricot

SOS-Portishead - Infinito-Adrian-Roman Re-Rub
Need You Tonight-INXS and The Rainfall-Douglas Greed - Re-Rub
Girl You Got My Heart (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Planningtorock, Maya Jane Coles
Beirut Boogie - Original Mix Sebbo
Wild Boys-Duran Duran and Magdalena-Einmusik, Stimming Re-Rub
The Last Mughal (The Last Mughal) James VoOrs
Like It Should Be feat. Gigi - Ribn's Translucent Vox Remix Steve Bug
Nude (Rampa Remix) Adriatique, Rampa
Ann Arbor Soulphiction
Dancing Shoe (Original Mix) Scott Diaz

Where Did I Go Wrong (Ramp Club Mix) Rampa, S.Y.F., Rampa
Random Groove Douglas Greed
Chew Fu - Purple Rain (Mousse T Remix)

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.'

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

Episode 154: Selective Attention » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:00:01 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow House Luvers. This was recorded at a live event on a beautiful Sat afternoon in the west end of Toronto in Aug 2023. Enjoy this 3hr+ ride.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
*Podomatic now has a 4,000-character limit, so I can't add the playlists anymore.

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 153: Required Entry » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:46:23 +0000

dattrax: hELloooooo Fellow House Enthusiasts!! Welcome to the place where house music rests.

This mix is relentless, and I hope that you enjoy it. Always mixed with respect and love.
It's a test run of the tracks I was prepping for a guest spot at this party in downtown Toronto.

It's beautiful here—summertime in Canada. How is it where you live? All the best to you and your daily grind to improve your life.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
26 Tracks in 1hr and 12mins!!

Lalalala La (Original Mix) - HearThuG
Beautiful Silence (Original Mix) - Made By Pete, Jinadu
The Unknown (Original Mix) - John Monkman, Liz Cass
In The Open (Original Mix) - Mozambik Puzzle
You're My Kind - Original Mix - Elektrochemie
Sexy Biest (Gui Boratto Remix) - Stimming, David August
Woman In The Wild (Album Version) - Marc Lenz, Cari Golden
Women Beat Their Men (Cevin's Peak Hour Dub) - Cevin Fisher
Discolight (Nico Stojan Remix) - Pilocka Krach
Love to Me featuring Yota (Manuel Perez Remix) - Hakan Lidbo

Prophecy (Original Mix) - Jon Charnis
Beat That Bitch (Johnny's Problem #13) - Johnny Dangerous
Charly (Original Mix) - Animal Trainer
Abundant & Beautiful (Feat. Corey Andrew) (Greg Puppa Remix) - The Cruzaders
Play the Game (Original Mix) - Maya Jane Coles
Feel The Same (Original Mix) - Les Bijoux
Don't Wanna Leave You (Remix) - Rampue
Raining Again (Original Mix) - Betoko
Greek Mountain feat. Petroloukas Chiakias (Original Mix) - Theo Komp
Aftermath - Original Mix - Nightmares On Wax

Vice - Original Vox - Solaris Heights
What's That Thing (Original Mix) - Stanley Martir
What U Doing - Dennis Cruz, Leo Wood
Purple Rain (Mousse T Remix) - Chew Fu
Unsettled Corduroy - Mavericks *Kimbra house bootleg
Private Dancer - Miguel Campbell

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.
Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

Episode 152: Twice is a Decision » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 03:37:24 +0000

dattrax: Welcome House Lovers!! Nothing like house music, is there? We're instantly connected.

Thank you for stopping by and taking a listen to this mix. You are much appreciated.

I've grateful for an outlet to share the brand of house that I love and that there's somebody out there that are getting enjoyment from my passion. Felt like just an impromptu mix just before last weekend. Just 51mins long.

I hope you've all been well and winning the battles in your minds each day.

All the best to you, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer.

---------------
Photo Credit: https://www.instagram.com/marcussaroop/

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you're feeling this vibe:
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share.

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
17 Tracks in 51mins!!

Singer (Nextmoov Main) Jucee
Sing It Back-Moloko-Herbert and Calida-IOAKIM SAYZ Re-Rub
Smoke Signals (SIOPIS Remix) Siopis, Kiki
Some Lovin Liberty City
Come and Go (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) TOKiMONSTA, VanJess, Damian Lazarus

Same Same (Larse Remix) Sue Avenue, Larse
Really Love Ya SIOPIS
Back To Life (Zepherin Saint Tribe Vocal Mix) Soul II Soul, Zepherin Saint
What's That Thing (Original Mix) Stanley Martir
Somebody Is Watching Me-Rockwell and Distrait-Nick Curly-Remix Re-Rub

Something Wrong - Original Mix Kerri Chandler, Johhny Mcdougald
Two Lovers (Jus Phil Remix) Nik Feral
Doso (Original Mix) Teenage Mutants, Lars Moston
Hey Victor (Original) The Cheapers
Love Generator (TDRMC Calls It Love Remix) The Glue

Aww Yeah (Salah Ananse Afro Dub) The Late Night Affair, Salah Ananse
Every Little Piece (Hot Since 82 Remix) Thomas Schumacher, Caitlin Devlin, Hot Since 82

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 151: Play What You Mean and Mean What You Play » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:26:46 +0000

dattrax: Summer is in full swing. Welcome, Friends Who Love House Music! Happy and appreciate that you've stopped by to listen to our brand of house music. I hope that you're enjoying your summer wherever you're living.

Just wanted to share this 3hour journey through my current fav vocal house tracks. This is a mix full of house music that has been listened to escape from daily work and stress. I hope that it does the same for you.

All the best to you for the rest of August, and may you achieve what you desire and dance away the days that are the lows. House music is the answer to combat negativity. You know this when you gather with like-minded music lovers. It creates an instant connection. Take care!!!

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
71 Tracks in 3hrs and 7mins!!
*There's now a character count limit on the Podomatic platform mix descriptions and within the comment section.
Email if you want a playlist for this mix: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax.' It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 155+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 150: Surrender CTRL » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:19:22 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends to the place where house music resides. I hope you are well in your corner of the world and living your authentic self.

Last Sunday, my friends, Favian and James, decided to have a small get-together at another friend, Hubert's small music studio, CTRL Room. It was a fun time. It's always fun at CTRL Room in the Junction area of the west end of Toronto. A bunch of good friends dropped by, and we hung out.

It was so much fun that we're holding another one on a Saturday in July and August.

This was my set from the wonderful Sunday afternoon. The playlist is below. Enjoy!!

---------------
My friends and fellow DJs at CTRL Room:
Favian Velastegui
https://www.mixcloud.com/favianvelastegui/favian-velastegui-junction-transmissionsctrl-room-may-3-23/

James Langevin
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/j-deep/episodes/2012-11-06T23_05_24-08_00

CTRL Room - there are 700+ video DJ sessions from Toronto's Best House Music DJs:
https://www.youtube.com/@CtrlroomCa/videos

dattrax YouTube DJ sesions:
https://www.youtube.com/@dattrax7/videos

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
31 Tracks in 1hr and 20mins!!

Losing My Religion (Extended Mix) Samantha Loveridge, Treetalk *REM House Cover
Sphiwe (Neter's Cosmic Acappela) (Acappela) Jackie Queens, Enoo Napa
Feel It Now (Kususa Remix) - Cornelius SA, Jackie Queens, Kususa
Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli
Sense of You (Original) - Jay West, Manuel Sahagun, Cody ChesnuTT
Time (Black Motion Remix) - DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion
Ben Watt & Stimming ft. Julia Biel - Bright Star (Marco Pex & 104 BPM Cover)
It's You (Ron Basejam Remix) - The White Lamp
Love Can Damage Your Health feat. Angela Mcluskey - Abicah Soul & Dennis Ferrer Remix Telepopmusik
Scylla (Original Mix) - Jay Neves

Disappear (Andrea Oliva Extended Remix) - THEMBA (SA), Nico De Andrea, Tasan, Andrea Oliva
Snowflake (Original Mix) - Stimming
Piano in The Dark-Nick Curly and Soul Filtration-Reel Skaps, Dredah Re-Rub
Gratitude (Myny Remix) - Marie Joly, Black Coffee, Rebecca Murray
Shy - Leo Love
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) - Mama, Ashley Beedle
Drum Dancer (Original Mix) - Giorgio Bassetti
Marvin (Original Mix) - Giorgio Bassetti *Marvin Gaye House Bootleg
We Always Talk (Caserta's Bosq Boots Mix) Bosq, Felicia Douglass, Caserta
Damage feat. Tracey Thorn - M.A.N.D.Y. Remix Tiefschwarz

Send Your Love - Sting - Quentin Harris RMX
Woman In The Wild (Album Version) - Marc Lenz, Cari Golden
Private Dancer - Miguel Campbell
You Used To Hold Me (Johnick Edit) - Ralphi Rosario
Nelly Furtado - Say it Right (Rocco Tetro _Osama_ Rework) *House Bootleg
Remix Submission - Jason B *House Bootleg
Bounces (Giorgio Bassetti Afro Remix) - Leon El Ray, Giorgio Bassetti
Feel What You Want feat. Rebecca (feat. Rebecca) - Phonique
Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub
Tears feat, Robert Owens - Frankie Knuckles and Satoshi Tomiie

Life Goes On feat, Arnold Jarvis - MAW

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ , and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 149: Expressed Heart » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 20 May 2023 18:57:02 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Friends! How are you? Are you working to better yourself? Are you working on your happiness?

The late and great comedian and philosopher, Patrice O'Neal gave the best advice: "Your happiness should be your #1 priority." Once you take care of that or are in hot pursuit of that, then everyone you encounter will be blessed with your optimism, positivity, joy and ambition.

Fight the battles inside your mind daily. Win those battles and you'll be happy and nothing will be denied to you. Control your mind, your heart and your body and you'll change your life.

I'm taking my own advice and not just spitting nonsense. Living with a vengeance. I'm disciplining myself. Just finished a 74hrs fast. Going on a low-carb lifestyle. NOT diet, lifestyle. Going to not snack and use aggressive intermittent fasting called OMAD - One Meal A Day to work towards my goal of losing 30lbs by the end of June 2023 (We need to make goals specific, achievable and with a date). Been on a health kick since the end of Jan 2018. Going to do another 3-day fast in a few weeks. Just getting back into the swing of things.

Bought some new spring shoes, a new button-down shirt, and some other clothing items. Looking sharp when I go out. Got a fav cologne, Prada L'Homme (original) and Intense. Been using it for the past few years. Find the things that make you feel great.

Reinventing myself for work in Digital Marketing, specifically SEO. Attending networking events and engaging in daily online interactions, new and old. Daily learning more and more through blog posts, LinkedIn posts, from good friends in my Digital Marketing Mastermind in the messaging app called, Slack, and YouTube. [Yes, I've got tons of SEO & Chat GPT posts & videos marked). I"ll be up to date by the end of June].

Thanks for listening to my fortune cookie rant. Back to the house music because this is where house music rests and thrives.

Thank you for stopping by and taking a listen. I appreciate you for that.

There aren't many guarantees in life, but I guarantee that you'll LOVE this 3.5hr journey of house music bliss. You can fight it, but that smile will creep on your face and stretch from ear to ear. You'll start to nod up and down to this hypnotic rhythm. You might even move and dance.

It took over a month to find the tracks in this new session!! Bought 53 new tracks from Traxsource and got a bunch of free tracks from download links from videos by this YouTube channel that I recently found, Child of House (Check them out). Lots of cool house bootlegs, especially some fantastic Sade tracks. Anything with this Goddess sounds great with a four-four beat. Probably take another month to get through this channel's videos.

The process is all the fun. The journey in different areas of my life creates joy. It makes the struggles less painful and the good things more wonderful.

All the best to you. Till another time.

---------------
Image Credit:
1997 at 9am on a Sunday at Comfort Zone. I was 23yrs old and 135lbs. Had a full head of hair. LMAO!!
My friend Dennis took this pic from an actual hand-held camera and not a cell phone.

We met that year when he came in on a Sunday morning at 8am from Industry Niteclub with a dozen friends. The happiest group that I had met that weekend. I was managing at 7West Cafe finishing a shift. I had been there for four years at the time. Stayed for a decade. Lol

He asked if I could play his new cassette tape by some no-name DJ from Chicago called DJ Sneak. LMAO.

I was like, "Who TF is Sneak??!". Hilarious!
(Been loving DJ Sneak, Derrick Carter and Doc Martin ever since that year).
That INSANE house music tape was the now famous "Green Bush" mix!! Sneak's first tape in Toronto I believe.
*Bought my first Derrick Carter cassette tape that year, "Dialog" - one of my fav!!

Denny and I have been friends ever since then. 26yrs have gone by in a flash. Just reconnected in July of 2018.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
65 Tracks in 3hrs and 28mins!!

Ferdinand - Stimming, Urzula Amen
Kiss Of Life (Sohl's Classic Mix) Sohl *Sade house bootleg
Lana del Rey - Young and Beautiful (German Tedesco Private Bootleg)
Mother (Douglas Greed Remix) Vars, Douglas Greed
Sad Girls Luv Pizza - Jason Hersco
Brigante's Jungle (Original Mix) feat, Ali Love
Somebody Already Broke My Heart (Jean-Marc Edit) *Sade house bootleg
Losing My Religion (Extended Mix) Samantha Loveridge, Treetalk *REM house cover
Love Lives (Girls of the Internet Remix) Charles Webster, Sio, Girls Of The Internet
Afterlife (Day Mix) Aiwaska, Abandon

Rejoice (Original Mix) Jackson Blessedsoul, Lesego
Feelings - ADJUMA, Laise Sanches
Stranger In Moscow (Nareg Edit) *Michael Jackson house bootleg
Wait And See (Jimpster Remix) Charles Webster, Terra Deva, Jimpster
Dancing For The Answers (Squire & Karcelen Remix) Nick Mulvey
Sueño 2
I've Learned That (Jonathan Kaspar Remix) Dino Lenny, Jonathan Kaspar
Tormented Soul (Original Mix) Dwson
Rapture - feat Nadia Ali - Plecta Edit 2022
The World Retreats (Santiago Garcia Reinterpretation) David O'dowda

Tom Odell - Another Love (Heavy Pins Retouch)
RY X - Bound (Anturage & Alexey Union Mix)
Lie (Valeron Remix) Maria Lătărețu
London Grammar - Wasting My Young Years (Pablo Fierro Remix)
RY X - Deliverance (Lazare Remix)
Jimi Jules - My City's On Fire (Anturage & Alexey Union Remix)
We Always Talk (Caserta's Bosq Boots Mix) Bosq, Felicia Douglass, Caserta
Bambino (Original Mix) Mike Andréa & Orelle
Please Don't - Thakzin, Audrey
Miami Sound Machine ft. Gloria Estefan - Dr. Beat (SHIHA Remix)

Shook (Yoruba Soul Mix Pt. I) Seven Davis Jr., The Illustrious Blacks, Osunlade
Temptation - Eli & Fur
Papa’s Stoned - Ian Ossia
The Funk (Original Mix) Groovemasta
I Feel (Laroye Afrosoul Mix) Rony Breaker, Nat Mor, Laroye
It Could Happen (Original Mix) Stefano Ranieri
Disappear (Andrea Oliva Extended Remix) THEMBA (SA), Nico De Andrea, Tasan, Andrea Oliva
The Hi (Original Mix) Hyenah, Lazarusman
Nelly Furtado - Say it Right (Rocco Tetro _Osama_ Rework)
You Got the Love (Club Mix) Rockin Moroccin

Snowflake (Original Mix) Stimming
Haunt Me (Forniva Remix) *Sade house bootleg
Ron Allen - 313 Jazz-FINAL
Paris (Bella Boo Remix) &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Starving Yet Full, Keinemusik, Bella Boo
Charm - Antonio Ocasio
Lana Del Rey - Video Games (Tulum edit)
You're Free (Royston Summers Extended Mix) Yomanda, Royston Summers
Resist (Dj Skitjointz Afro Sheen Remix) Rescue Poetix™, Dj Skitjointz
74 Fathoms Deep - Filta Freqz
Love Me (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti

Jump (Original Mix) Risk Assessment
Nathalie Cardone - Hasta Siempre (KAYLI & Jon Taylor Afroboot)
Suddenly Funk (2000 And One's Extended Lo-Motion Funk Mix) Renato Cohen, 2000 And One
Into The Fire - Lorenzo Fassi - feat, Jinadu
Dancing Shoe (Original Mix) Scott Diaz
A History (feat. Julian Mitchell) (Original Mix) Nicky Night Time, Dangerous Dan, Rhonda INTL., Julian Mitchell
Abu Simbel - WhoMadeWho, Rampa
Private Dancer - Miguel Campbell
Broken - feat. Toshi (Mizz Remix) Nikos Diamantopoulos, Mizz
Scylla (Original Mix) Jay Neves

Sinnerman (Henrik Schwarz Remix Extended Version) Hot Since 82, Ed Graves, Henrik Schwarz
Crazy - Minidisk
Bongos - Kry (IT)
Woman In The Wild (Album Version) Marc Lenz, Cari Golden
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ + the "Child of House" YouTube channel

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 148: Housin' Policies » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 10 May 2023 15:11:28 +0000

dattrax: What's going on in your world Fellow House Lovers??!! Welcome to the place where house music rests.

I hope that all is well with you and your life. That you stay positive and win the tiny battles in your mind for your benefit. That you are striving to improve each day. Working and grinding at your passions. Discarding or displacing any negative thoughts or people. Surrounded by people who love and don't judge you. But they check you when you're going off the rails. You can't just do anything, right? LMAO. That's my Chinese fortune cookie for today.

I hope that you enjoy this mix and that it puts a smile on your face and a bounce in your steps. Thank you for stopping by and giving us a listen. We really really appreciate you.

The Podomatic dashboard analytics say that our mixes are being listened to and downloaded by thousands all over the world. We move from #7 to #35 in just the house music category in Podomatic and I believe that's over 6,000 house music podcast creators. Thank you for helping us with that.

This mix starts off with much more aggressive energy. You'll feel like you just entered the club at the height of the party. [The playlist needs some scrolling down these show notes].

Felt like a more thumpin' mix. I usually like a smooth journey from mellow to wherever I'd like to go and end up, but wanted something different for this one.

This is a short but sweet mix. Just an hour and 8mins (not like the 3-4hr excursions I've been taking the last few years to release all the negativity from my mind, heart, and body).

[I was getting myself into the mood since I was hours from DJing a private BDay party of a Toronto chef and now a friend, Jo Castrinos. WOWZERS. What a party!! Incredible event space and crowd!! I spun for 3.5hrs!!]

I had to cut off the last track short because of a major trainwreck. LMAO. Yes, not DJing too frequently over the last 6mths and it's something I need to do 3X's per week in order to stay sharp.

We're fanatics when it comes to house music. Ever since I was 15yrs old. Started buying vinyl records at 18. 36 crates of records later, then moved to almost 8,000 digital tracks. Compulsive and obsessive? Definitely. Enjoy my passion over the last 30+yrs. It keeps me young and I'd probably give young house DJs a run for their money. Ha ha ha.

All the best to you and to your continued success or your progress toward your comeback (I'm working on my comeback from a really shitty 2022).

If you're new to our brand/style of house music, then I'd recommend these 7 mixes as an intro. There are 145+ mixes on this site. The music is fresh as we've always bought cutting-edge sounds in multiple genres of house music. We love to listen, spin and dance to what's great in house, regardless of groupings. I still buy 30-60 tracks per month. Yes, still addicted to house music at 49yrs old. LMAO

To Be Near You:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2023-04-21T13_05_58-07_00

House Within:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2023-03-24T09_48_24-07_00

At This Juncture:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2023-01-10T19_59_15-08_00

When Words Fail:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2022-11-17T21_25_26-08_00

Living Off Script:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2022-11-17T20_26_29-08_00

Reflected Love:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2022-10-23T21_47_08-07_00

datfrotech:
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2022-07-26T13_12_42-07_00

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
28 Tracks in 1hr and 8mins!!

Tides (Toto Chiavetta Edition 2022) Beanfield, Bajka, Toto Chiavetta
Nude (Rampa Remix) Adriatique, Rampa
Freaky Behaviour - Friction Suspence (Original)
Random Groove Douglas Greed
Deep Inside - MAW - special edit by Little Louie Vega on a mix cd, Ministry of Sound
For The Gs (Original) Derek Dunbar and Wally Callerio
Love to Me featuring Yota (Manuel Perez Remix) Hakan Lidbo
0.19 (Moosefly Remix) Evans, Shawni, Moosefly
Loved Shared - Detox Twins
2far Gone (Original) Guerilla Science

Breakaway - Bassment Jaxx
Beirut Boogie - Original Mix Sebbo
Your Friend Remixes (Franky Rizardo Remix) Gregor Salto ft Chappell
Holy Melancholy (Tribes) Shiprinski
Ticket to Ride (Freaky Behaviour Remix) Tourist
Can You See My Light (Neter Supreme's Darkness Is Light Dub Instrumental) Willy Washington Starring Gary Adams, Neter Supreme
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive
Underground Collective In Colombia Ep 2 (Main Mix) Marlon D
Paradise (Original Mix) CN Williams
Venus (Sunshine People Remix) Cheek

Ritz KB Swing
Missing-Nicola Fasano ft. Paula B.- Oliver Berger rmx
Kitale (Original Mix) Sam One
Giano_Feeling Good_Blatttraxx
Wild Boys-Duran Duran and Magdalena-Einmusik, Stimming Re-Rub
Sweet Lullaby (Justin C Justin Xara remix) Deep Forest
Show Me Love vs. Be Robin S ft. Steve Angello & Laidback Luke
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls, Onita Boone, Mousse T

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30+yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control

Episode 147: Asia Major » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 22:58:24 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Luvers!! I'd love the opportunity to take you on a short hour-long ride. This session is filled with gorgeous vocals with Afro-Tech vibes, some alternative techy vocal tracks, some classic house re-rubs with fresh & modern instrumentals, and a few covers or house bootlegs of popular songs.

This session was finished after two attempts at the end of July 2022 and was never released. It was for my friend, Andrew's internet show with a South African audience. We've chatted and I'll be making a special session for this June's release on his show.

He shared that his fanbase is more interested in Toronto house music classics from 1985-2008 or so. I'll be obliging with some special re-rubs and a few new tracks to give it the right feel. I'm honoured to be invited and am very interested in the responses from them.

I hope that you've been well and are living each day with purpose and positivity. I hope that you're surrounded by those who love you, know you, don't judge you, and support you. I hope that you're enjoying the spring weather and are bathing in that beautiful sunshine.

Thank you for stopping by to where house lives. Let these sounds bathe you in joy and happiness. Let the music move you. Until another time dear friends. Ciao from your friendly neighbourhood Chinaman.

Image Credit: Thank you to my oldest daughter, Grace for this super cute sketch. I added a filter for the background colour. I'm so proud. She's such a wonderful young woman. I'm so thankful to her and her three siblings. They're the best part of my life.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
24 Tracks in 67mins!!

Phases (Toto Chiavetta Colour Two) Howling, Toto Chiavetta
Lay Down Kalyma
Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion
Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry
Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli
Ogun In Ta Été We (She Is Calling) (Original Mix) Kiko Navarro, Dana Mamam
Cantor (Rocco Rodamaal Remix) Francesco Tarantini, Rocco Rodamaal
You're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, Bongiwe
Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen

X Junior Vasquez and Emptiness-Hyenah - Re-Rub
Someday-CeCe Rogers and Fake It-Phonique - Re-Rub
Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub
Sirens Monolink
Turning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks
Fidale (I Feel) (Extended Vocal Version) Monolink, Zigan Aldi
Silence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho, Black Coffee
Cherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah Monea
Flash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Original Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante
Don't Let Me Go Malehloka, Miss P, DJEFF, Black Motion

Play With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work
Dumisani (Ethnic Mix) Ian Kenzof, Lizwi
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem
Telefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Freaks

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 146: To Be Near You » sTRictLy hOuSe mUSiC

dattrax — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:05:58 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow House Music Lovers. Welcome and thank you for checking in and taking this mix for a ride. Welcome to where house music lives. Obsessive is putting it mildly how I feel about house music. LMAO.

Last week, I decided to book 5hrs @ctrlroom (my pals, Hubert and Ian's DJ studio - https://www.youtube.com/@CtrlroomCa/videos in the 'Junction' area in Toronto) and invited a bunch of friends old and new to DJ and dance together on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Turning 49 last Sunday would've been crap if I was home alone.

What a party we had. It was wonderful and beyond fun. It made me so happy to see so many old friends and met a few new ones. We danced, drank, talked, hugged, and laughed. Everything house music is about.

Good friends and good music, what more can I ask? I'm very thankful. I've been the happiest in a very long time.

It's been the most challenging last 15mths, but moments like this make all the shitty times worth it.

---------------
Whatever you're going through. Hang on. Stay positive. This too will pass. Go to your happy place. Displace the negative in your mind. Don't fight it. Just replace it.

Music, friends, writing, reading, long walks with your doggie, whatever you do that makes you calm and happy. Go do it. Each day is a new opportunity to write a different chapter in our lives.

My favourite quote that has held me through many dark times. May it encourage you:
"Every adversity, every failure, every heartbreak, carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit." - Napolean Hill

I want the best for you. But you have to decide to be happy. Thank you so much for joining me for the next three and a half hours. I'm going to take you through some of my favourite house tracks. Some may be new to you or some may bring back some great memories. I just want to put a smile on your face and take you away for a little while.

---------------
Thank you to my friend, Jonathan for introducing me to "Go Deep". We heard it in his car after an amazing GUS Crew party a few weeks back. Such a gorgeous track from beginning to end. Masters at Work (Little Louie Vega & Kenny 'Dope' Gonzalez) has ruled the Toronto house scene for three decades. Every good house DJ has a few dozen MAW records in their collection.

Thank you to my friend, Davidson for introducing me to "Girls Like That!". Soooooooooooo good!! What a fun and funky and bumpy track with vocal snippets that sound like some old Barbera Tucker tracks.

The last track is "Gabriel" and is for my friend, Marcus' daughter, and for another special someone. Both are named Gabriela.
Probably anyone over 40yrs and who lives in Toronto knows this beautiful track from 1996 by Roy Davis Jr and featuring the incredible vocals of Peven Everett.

Photo Credit: Marcus Saroop, a professional opera star, a husband, father, friend, househead, and an amazing man.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
70 Tracks in 3hrs and 27mins!!

Horizon Red - Made By Pete, Zoe Kypri
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix Cassius
Music in the Air - Martino
Marvin (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti
Everything She Wants-Wham and Liberate My Madness-Sable Sheep Re-Rub
Drum Dancer (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti
Beautiful Silence (Original Mix) Made By Pete feat. Jinadu
Avocado Nigiri (Moodymanc Remix) MaStaFaktor
Silence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho
David Bailey - Girls Like That! (Soul Session Mix) Krizz Kaliko

Going On (Original Mix) Alkalino
Girl You Got My Heart (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Planningtorock
Just Do It (Nacho Vega's SF Late Nite Instrumental Mix) Distant People feat. Chappell
Ben Watt & Stimming ft. Julia Biel - Bright Star (Marco Pex & 104 BPM Cover)
Dame (Paso Doble Extended Remix) El Mukuka, HVMZA, Marocco, Paso Doble
I Gave You Everything (Rocco Deep Mix) Juan Kidd & Stafford Brothers feat. Rae
If It Feels Good feat Billy Love - Julius Papp and Charles Spencer
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Drop Out Orchestra Rework) Talking Heads
Lizard (The Good Track) Phonique
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem

Sights (Dennis Ferrer Remix) London Grammar
Bang Bang Your Mine (DJ T. Edit) Bang The Party
Sweat (Jojo Flores Therapy Edit) feat. Jay Williams
Kitale (Original Mix) Sam One
Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson
Dumisani (Ethnic Mix) Ian Kenzof, Lizwi
Chew Fu - Purple Rain (Mousse T Remix)
House Music (Message Mix) Eddie Amador
Loved Shared - Detox Twins
Free-Mood II Swing-Ultra Nate and The Blue-Hackman, Rampa Re-Rub

Michael's Prayer (Jamie Lewis Main Cut) Michael Watford, Jamie Lewis
Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.You
Play With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work
I Can't Get No Sleep (Indy's Tribal Mix) Masters At Work feat. India
I Can't Get No Sleep (Ken Lou 12 Mix) Masters At Work feat. India
Promised Land-Joe Smooth and Rave Casualty-Flashmob, Connected Soundsystem, Kalyma Re-Rub
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls, Onita Boone, Mousse T
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix - Raze
Love Hangover (2016 Remaster) Joey Negro

Connected (Original Mix) Walker & Royce
Deep Inside - MAW - special edit on a mix cd, Ministry of Sound
Liminal (Secrets) Shiprinski
Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) Luke Solomon & Justin Harris
Eagle - Filta Freqz
Rolling In The Deep (Kaje Trackheadz Mashup) - Adele
Underground Collective In Colombia Ep 2 (Main Mix) Marlon D
The Funk Ensemble - Afrodisco (Dario Dattis Afrodisiac mix) Purple Music
Move - John Rocco
I Like That (Oscar P Rework) Peter Mac, Oscar P

Feel the Drums (DJ T. Edit) - M1
The Bomb (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind) Kenny Dope pres the Bucketheads
Show Me Love vs. Be - Robin S ft. Steve Angello & Laidback Luke
Work It to the Bone (DJ T. Edit) - LNR
Wild Boys-Duran Duran and Magdalena-Einmusik, Stimming Re-Rub
Feeling Good - Giano - Blatttraxx
Ritz - KB Swing
At Night (Mousse T's Feel Much Better Mix) Shakedown, Mousse T.
Needy Girl (Zdar Dub) Chromeo
Clap Your Hands (Solomun Remix) Whilk & Misky, Solomun

Manifest (Rampa Remix) Wallflower, Rampa
Electronic Funk (Kaje Remix) - M1
0.19 (Moosefly Remix) - Evans, Shawni, Moosefly
The Unknown (Original Mix) - John Monkman feat. Liz Cass
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Enoo Napa feat. Toshi
Rituals - AfroTura
Such Great Heights (John Tejada RMX) Postal Service
Go Deep (Masters at Work Thunder Mix) - Janet Jackson
Velosophy EP (PWR) - Raygun
Gabriel - Roy Davis Jr. feat Peven Everett

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/
Exceptions:
Ben Watt & Stimming ft. Julia Biel - Bright Star (Marco Pex & 104 BPM Cover) *I've bought two versions of this beautiful vocal but didn't have this one and it wasn't on Traxsource.

Go Deep (Masters at Work Thunder Mix) - Janet Jackson + David Bailey - Girls Like That! (Soul Session Mix) Krizz Kaliko

All three are YouTube videos, where I ripped the 128kbps audio using: https://www.4kdownload.com/products/youtubetomp3-39

I don't like to do this because the quality is only 128kbps compared to buying a track at a clear and crisp 320kbps, but sometimes the heart wants what the heart wants.

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control!!

Episode 145: sOuNdsPLaiNing » sTRictLy hOuSe mUSiC

dattrax — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 19:31:03 +0000

dattrax: HiYaAAA Fellow Underground House Heads!! Welcome to the place where House Music lives.

Thank you for taking a listen to one of our mixes. We hope that you like it and if you do, then pls check out some of the others. Over 145 mixes from 45mins to over 4hrs for some. Sooooooooo many house tracks that are gems that you've NEVER heard before.

House is so unique, if you haven't heard it, then it's 'new' to you. So many of the good tracks out there are timeless. It's so different than popular music that is time specific.

How have you been? How is your main work? Profession? Business? Side hustle? How is your physical and mental health? How are your relationships? Are you pursuing your passions or curiosities? I wish all the best to you and what you choose to do with your life.

I just live my life the best that I can have to deal with tons of challenges just like you, and let out any negativity and positivity into my mixes (so that I don't let it out on people), either LIVE in front of a dancing crowd or when crafting these specific mixes. It's therapy to let out all that's pent up. Hopefully, something beautiful comes out of that expression. Listening to, buying, mixing, dancing, and talking to people who love house music makes me happier.

I make these mixes for myself and my best friend, Jimmy. Then if anyone else enjoys them, then that's an added bonus. Let us know if our mixes make you smile or have improved your day. House Music is the answer to many woes and blues.

The official spring day was Mon, Mar 20, 2023, however, for Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it's just starting to be above zero degrees Celsius recently. So happy about the extra sunshine. It'll help everyone better their moods and power them with much-needed vitamin D.

If you're ever visiting Toronto, then two things to keep in mind -
ONE: there are freaking incredible restaurants of every cuisine on every corner that you can possibly imagine, so don't travel while holding any dieting resolutions &

TWO: June to August is the best weather, around 20 - 28 degrees Celsius.
There might have a bunch of days above 30 in August and a few below 20 in June. Any other time, it's shit. However, May and Sept are cool and sweet, but not vacationing weather. AVOID the harsh weather from mid-Nov till mid-Apr. LMAO. (This two-minute skit from comedian, Jim Carrey is funny about our weather).

Recorded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada:
Decided to make a mix at my pal Stephen's place, so just set up my DJ controller and laptop on his kitchen counter. Wanted to hang out in private with my friend and my doggie, Tommy, and let just loose, mix these new tracks, dance a little, and experience these new tracks LOUD on his fantastic speaker system.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
72 Tracks in 3hrs and 16mins!!

Tell Me Tuff City Kids, Joe Goddard
Feeling You Feat. Lee Triffon (Luyo Remix) Giorgio Bassetti, Luyo
Love Is Not For Hire (Black Coffee Mix) Avi Elman, Danny J, Mani Hoffman, Black Coffee
Feel It (Stimming Dub Mix) Liquideep
Shining Light (Original Mix) Dr Feel, Zhane
Won’t Change (Rampa Retouch) Manqo, Rampa
One on One (Bedouin Remix) &ME, Fink, Bedouin
Start Over Damian Lazarus, Gorgon City, Leia Contois
Going Home (Giorgio Bassetti Remix) Aloma, Giorgio Bassetti
Girl You Got My Heart (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Planningtorock, Maya Jane Coles

Afflicted (Giorgio Basseti Dub) Brazilian Soul Crew, Holi M, Giorgio Bassetti
Empty Room Marian
Tension (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Dom Fricot
Call Me Baby (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti, Zhane
A Matter of Time (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Cari Golden
Someone (Feat. Kuss) Marian, Kuss
Never Figure Out (Stimming Remix) Rasmus Faber, Emily McEwan
Cocktails & Feelings (Main Mix) Dr Feel, Zhane
Smile (Extended Mix) Marian, Mael
Moses (Stimming Remix) Sascha Funke, Nina Kraviz, Stimming

Together We're More (Original Mix) Sascha Braemer, Graham Baxter
I Will Survive AWEN, KAARGO
by Day (Andre Lodemann & Fabian Dikof Remix) Fred Everything, Sio, Andre Lodemann, Fabian Dikof
Marvin (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti
Oh Man (Allies for Everyone Remix) MockBeat, Allies For Everyone
What We'll Be (Aaron Sevilla Remix) Simone Vitullo, Emanuele Esposito, Aaron Sevilla
I Am You (DJ T. Remix) Pezzner, DJ T.
Sphiwe (Neter's Cosmic Acappela) (Acappela) Jackie Queens, Enoo Napa
Sound Of Freedom (Damian Lazarus Extended Re-Shape) THEMBA (SA), Thakzin, Damian Lazarus
Horizon Red Made By Pete, Zoe Kypri

Come and Go (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) TOKiMONSTA, VanJess, Damian Lazarus
Between The Hammer And The Stone (Extended Mix) Simone Vitullo, Dario D'Attis, Cari Golden
Beautiful Silence (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Jinadu
Random Groove Douglas Greed
My Love is Miky (Melchyor A's Hmida Version) Giorgio Bassetti, MELCHYOR A
Home In On Those Things Henrik Schwarz
Yolo Thandazo, Thakzin
A Fistful Of Stars Moullinex
Waiting (Original Mix) Calamar Crew, Moojo, Notre Dame, SANDHAUS
Chameleon (Andre Lodemann Remix) Atish, Mark Slee, Andre Lodemann

Pepper Shake Jamie Jones, Nicole Moudaber
Borough #5 (Main Street Mix) DJ Rheji Burrell pres., New York House'n Authority, Rheji Burrell
Yoorana Tribe (Original Mix) Giorgio Bassetti
Skyline (Original Mix) Samu.l
DJ Rheji Burrell presents... The Jazz Documents: One Mo' Gin (P.H.F.S.G.) DJ Rheji Burrell
Queen of Europe (Solomun Remix) Ost, Kjex, Anne Lise Frøkedal, Mladen Solomun, Solomun
Voices From The Past Andre Lodemann
Clap Your Hands (Solomun Remix) Whilk & Misky, Solomun
Rituals AfroTura
Thinking Bout U Henrell

New Awakening Rocco
On N On Viot
Airheads Maxxi Soundsystem, Christophe Bristols
What U Doing Dennis Cruz, Leo Wood
Cristalyne (Original Mix) Simone Burrini, Simone Vitullo
Inside My Head (Moojo Remix) Kashovski, Luke Coulson, Moojo
Anti Loudness Toto Chiavetta
So Long (Solomun Remix) Made By Pete, Jem Cooke, Solomun
Still Searching (Blak River Remix) Andre Lodemann, Nathalie Claude, Blak River
Let You Go (Original Mix) Puff (ITA), DAPULEO

The Ritual (Jonathan Kaspar Remix) Hyenah, Jonathan Kaspar
You Are Safe (Solomun Remix) Rampa, &ME, Adam Port, Solomun
Honeymoon (Extended Mix) Kolombo
Lost Cause (Flow Culture Vocal) Mark Lewis
Woodstep (Original Mix) Solomun
Beautiful Silence (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Jinadu
Black Ivory (Andre Lodemann Remix) Mop Mop, Andre Lodemann
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley Beedle
Sedona (Andre Lodemann Remix) Spirit Catcher, Andre Lodemann
Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry

Shy - Leo Love
Can You See My Light (Neter Supreme's Darkness Is Light Dub Instrumental) Willy Washington Starring Gary Adams, Neter Supreme

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and sometimes, we'll additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records. That's the best for maximum fun and tactile feel and control.

Episode 144: hOuSe WiThiN » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:48:24 +0000

dattrax: Happy Friday Fellow House Affectianados!! Welcome to the place where house music lives and reigns.

Booked a few hours at my pals', Hubert K and Ian Moore's studio, CTRL Room [Check out their YouTube channel » over 700 videos of Toronto's finest DJs and tons of out of town guests] for a DJ session so that I can spin some new tracks that I recently bought from Traxsource. Love the 30% off discount that they email once per month. It almost makes up the difference between Canadian to US dollars. (Still a ton cheaper than what Jimmy and I used to spend on vinyl records for ONE cut). I don't miss the vinyl days, but I'll skip that rant ; )

Got into many rabbit holes recently on Traxsource, spending too much time in that app. There is soooooooooooooo much incredible house music being created from around the world. So sweet that I've played a new fav vocal twice in this mix. I also played a dubby track twice, but that was by mistake. I was looking for a different dubby track by 'Made by Pete'. LMAO.

Not much to say on my end. 2022 was shit for me, so just trying to pick up the pieces, get my head screwed on straight and get back on my feet this year + attempting to reinvent myself again for work/money. Shit happens, but we have to stay positive and control what we can. The rest, disregard and discard.

I know that you have struggles, challenges, and trauma. I know that you can pull through and evolve into the best version of yourself that is possible. Just need a good attitude, good inputs, focus on the good, and some elbow grease.

I wish you a happy life where you succeed in the manner that you define and desire and that you're surrounded by people who love you and support you when you're down. We all need some encouragement. A few lines in a text, a video chat or phone call, breaking some bread together, or one of my favs... going to dance to some good house music together. Until the next mix Ladies & Gents, all the best to you.

"The daily battle starts and ends in our minds." There's some more Chinese fortune cookie goodness for you.

Episode 143: As We Are » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 19:35:12 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fiends!! Been dancing lately? It's soooooo therapeutic. For me, at least once a month to let out all my work and life stress. Sweat it out with great music and friendly faces. There's nothing quite like it. Or dance while walking your doggie as I've done almost daily. Listening to house, hunting for the goose bump making tracks, mixing it, hearing it loud, and dancing to it. Takes the blues away.

Wherever you are. Be who you are. It's good and you'll feel better. Those that don't connect with you, no worries. Move along. Like recognises like.

I recently DJ'ed a party at a veteran's club called, The Owl's Club [847 Dovercourt Rd, Toronto, ON M6H 2X4 (North of the Bloor St W Subway Station] in the west end of Toronto on Sat, Feb24th, 2023. It was my first live DJ gig since before the crazy virus lockdowns in Toronto, so first event in over 3yrs. The pent-up and chained house music animal was released!! LMAO!!

The Owl's Club is a wonderful place filled with friendly people and staff. I've been there 4-5 times before (they had a fun Karaoke night that was jammed packed and had lots of one-off events), and was introduced to it by my pal, Stephen. I became friends with the vocal and guitar lead of a talented and diverse rock fusion band called Zombie Karaoke Santa. Here's a sample of Gary's band's great music.

The final 15mins of three single-track encores were not recorded. The first hour wasn't added to the beginning of this mix because it was too similar to this test mix that became, "Fallin' into Focus". I made that a few days prior to this party when I was trying out all the new 54 tracks that I bought a few weeks ago from Traxsource. For this party, I only played a handful of those new tracks.

This mix, "As We Are" is the 2nd half and the last two hours of the party after ZKS' great performance of about 10 original tracks and 2 cover versions (1.5hrs). See their IG.

My pal, Paul was turning 51, so he invited a dozen of his friends. Guess what??!! They were all old house heads, so they went wild over the 80's pop and classic house Re-Rubs [circa 1985-1995 is "classic house" to Jim and me. It's a different period depending on when people first got hooked on house music].

We had over a dozen more people who showed up for ZKS and to dance to house music. Even my cousin, Jenny came and had fun. It was the first time we ever hung out at a house music event. It was such a wonderful time creating new memories!!

---------------
Image Credit: My pal, Stephen took this cool pic and I just used this free phone app called, "Prisma" to add a bunch of filters. Then just chose the version that I liked the most for this cover art.

---------------
Definition of a dattrax "Re-Rub" » Taking a favourite track, either a classic house track or an 80's pop track or any... Then mixing it on top of a recent/newer house music instrumental in order to freshen it up and give the original track a more modern feel. Good for people like me who don't know how to read music, play any instruments + do not produce any original house tracks.

Jim and I used to make these at live events. Then I started to make them separately and then play them at live events. People love them because it's familiar and yet different. I've made over in the early years and over 60 new Re-Rubs over the last few years.

Episode 142: Fallin' into Focus » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 20:23:31 +0000

dattrax: Well... in Toronto, Ontario, Canada spring is just around the corner. We had an extremely mild winter. Just 3-4 snow storms. I hope that the weather and life have been treating you well wherever you are in the world.

Welcome, dear House Friends. Welcome to a place where house music lives. Jim, my best friend, and DJ partner have loved house music since we were 15yrs. We're almost 50 and are DEFINITELY too old to be doing this (listening, buying, mixing, and dancing to house music), but it's very therapeutic, makes us happy, makes us feel young again + hopefully makes a few people happy along the way.

I make all the mixes [except for "Visits", which Jim mixed the 2nd half], and Jim joins me in live DJ events. He's an incredible house DJ and an even more amazing friend. He loves me without judgment and knows about all the dumb shit I've done in my life.

Life has been very interesting the last year. "Interesting" or "different" is code for a laundry list of unfortunate events. Getting kicked in the teeth has not been new to me over the last five years.

I heard a podcast where this billionaire was talking about how he kept pressing on and kept working despite his entire life crumbling around him. He said that he had people coming into his apartment repossessing appliances, etc and he was at his desk and just kept on working. This gave me much hope to make massive changes this year.

I have a good friend who has been building his 7th business for the last few years and finally will have massive success. His biz is growing like crazy and he now has two dozen full-time employees. This man is such a winner. I draw strength and inspiration when I think of him. We met when I was my bartender/waiter for a place that I managed. Then we did a few years of door-to-door & telephone prospecting in the B2B payment processing industry for various companies in Toronto. Then I became his right-hand man for three of his companies.

This quote's power has kept me going through tough times throughout my 48yrs of existence » "Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit."
Napoleon Hill

Unless I'm in jail, physically handicapped by disease or any variation of that, then I believe that I can still wash & shave each day, block out negative thinking, put a smile on my face, have a good attitude, have the willingness to learn, connect with people that energize me and move forward.

I'm sharing this with you to let you know that others are struggling just like you. Just want to offer some encouragement. We all need it. There is hope out of your despair.

We can connect and enjoy music together and all improve our lives. When we improve our minds and lives, then everyone we touch in the process will benefit. Paying it forward is a natural extension of a content, optimistic and happy heart.

Enough of my Chinese fortune cookie excerpt. All the best to you and may your drive and passion bring you closer to your dreams.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Image Credit: Need any Graphic Design work done? Spicysquid2003@gmail.com This is my wonderful daughter, Grace who's a young graphic artist studying at university. I thought of the Care Bears the other day and how they spread positivity beams through their chests.

I Googled Sunshine Bear. Sent it to my daughter to replace the chest emblem with a house and music symbol. Probably not kosher, but since I don't make a dime out of this hobby, let's repeat: This mix is for PROMOTIONAL USE ONLY. Just send me an email if you're the company that owns the branding of Care Bears. I will replace this image immediately.

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
51 Tracks in 2hrs and 26mins!!

Behind The Rain (Original Mix) Caiiro, Awen
Your Voice AWEN, Caiiro
When You're Back (Extended Mix) Paso Doble, Fabio Aurea, Coco
Heartbeat David Morales, Tiger Wilson
Move On (Hollis P Monroe and Wrong Jeremy Mix) The Black 80s, Hollis P Monroe, Wrong Jeremy
Hopes And Dreams (Jason B Soulful Remix) Shane Blitz feat. Miss I.
With This Love (Original Mix) Amber Jolene, Sonny Fodera
Battery Man Fish Go Deep, Tracey K
Days in This House (Rocco Deep Remix) Steve Paradise, D.D. Klain, Rocco
Fresh Start (Derrick Carter's Re-Dub Dub) Terra Deva

Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub
Deejay Terry & Sade - Cherry Pie (Cherry Remix)
In The Woods Maxxi Soundsystem
Plenty-Sarah Mclaughlan and Breathless-KANT Re-Rub
Smile And Receive - Original Mix Swayzak
I Still (Original Mix) DJ Gomi, Walid Martinez
My Darling (Enoo Napa Extended Remix) Simone Vitullo, Lady Vale, Enoo Napa
One on One (Bedouin Remix) &ME, Fink, Bedouin
Find Myself (Moon Rocket Remix) Hideo Kobayashi, Fuminori Kagajo, Jaidene Veda, Cityboy From Seoul, Moon Rocket
In Your Eyes (Yamil Remix) AWEN, Liva K, Jordy, Yamil

Lost Cause (Flow Culture Vocal) Mark Lewis
Falling (DJ Black Coffee Remix) DJ Kent, Malehloka Hlalele, Black Coffee
Confusion (Laolu Remix) &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Ali Love, Keinemusik, Laolu
I Put A Spell On You Feat. Brigitte Wickens (Extended Mix) Simone Vitullo, Emanuele Esposito, Brigitte Wickens
Mabele (Extended Mix) Danism, Train (UK), Toshi
In The Rain (Original Mix) Luyo, PolyRhythm, Reno Ka
Foggy Dreams (Henrik Schwarz Remix) Les Enfants Sauvages, Henrik Schwarz
Sixth Sense (Main Mix) Funkky, Nuzu Deep
Inside My Head (Moojo Remix) Kashovski, Luke Coulson, Moojo
Lost & Faded (Sync Mafia Afro Fusion Vocal Mix) Slickcontrol, Chiqo Casidi, MicFreak, Sync Mafia

Fire Hyenah, Kissey
Scared Of My Heart - featuring E.R. Thorpe (Andre Lodemann Remix) Torn Sail, E.R. Thorpe, Andre Lodemann
Come and Go (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) TOKiMONSTA, VanJess, Damian Lazarus
Higher Feat. Shrii (Extended Mix) Simone Vitullo, David Herrero, SHRII
Thinking Bout U Henrell
Fading Thought (Original Mix) Maxxi Soundsystem, Name One, Sam Watts
Dream State Cajmere, Derrick Carter
Run to You (feat. Claudia Kane) Maya Jane Coles, Claudia Kane
I Am You (DJ T. Remix) Pezzner, DJ T.
Higher Ground (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Shiny Objects, Maxxi Soundsystem

Black Ivory (Andre Lodemann Remix) Mop Mop, Andre Lodemann
Emptiness Andre Lodemann
Portishead - SOS (Outcome Remix)
I Will Survive AWEN, KAARGO
If It's Worth It Then Try Mosebo
Gold (Club Mix) Daniel Rateuke, AWEN
Organ Symphony (Andre Lodemann Remix) NORLYZ, Andre Lodemann
Let You Go (Original Mix) Puff (ITA), DAPULEO
Numbers feat. Odd Beholder (feat. Odd Beholder) (Kölsch Remix) Douglas Greed, Odd Beholder, Kölsch
Tides (Toto Chiavetta Edition 2022) Beanfield, Bajka, Toto Chiavetta

Wicked Game (Original Mix) Moojo, Demayä, Coco

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 145+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. The Podomatic app will list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl record.

Episode 141: iT iS wHaT iT IS » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 02:45:17 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Music FIENDS!! How are you and what is going on with you? Some new friends, thank you for visiting. Some returning friends, you know what you're going to get... or not many times ; )

Welcome to the place where house music is loved, cherished, thought about often, listened to intently, remembered fondly, discerning all the parts of the whole... all the layers, mixed with care and respect, expressed with love, encouragement, hopefulness, optimism, cheerful intent, and joy.

House puts a smile on your face from ear to ear.
Makes you bop. Makes you sing along.
Makes you react... in your gut.
Makes your hands go into the air. Makes you clap.
Makes you tap your feet. Makes you shake. Makes you dance.
Makes you reach out to others. Dance in unison.
Embrace and sometimes more...

You feel nourished. Refreshed. Dead skin has been shed.

Then you go live your life to the best of your abilities. You take the good with the bad.
Shit happens. Sometimes to others and sometimes to you.
You control what you can and disregard & discard the rest.

We need to be our top cheerleaders in our heads. In our self-talk. In our lonely times. In the quiet times.

Then at the end of the day, we come back to the music to release all our joys and especially all the negative energy. Recharge. Let go. Let it out. Refuel. Refreshed. It's a new us. Ready for whatever life's struggles may bring.

Bring it on. Be of good cheer Brothers and Sisters.

We're connected to this common love. All the best to everyone. Go grab what you deserve by taking on your responsibilities and make this a year to be remembered.

---------------
This mix was a 2nd attempt. I did this mix at my friend, Hubert's CTRL ROOM (IG: @ctrlroom) in the west end of Toronto. The city we love. The city where house music is loved by many.

The first attempt was on Dec9th, 2022. This was made on Jan17th, 2023. Usually, I go just by myself. Sometimes with one friend.

This time I don't know what happened... a few more came along and it became an impromptu party on a Tuesday night. LMAO. There are a few mistakes in this mix, but the energy is fantastic and the company was wonderful. It was a lot of fun and wiped me out for most of my Wednesday. Lol

Thank you Hubert. You understand my addiction to this music and have provided your CTRL ROOM many many times to feed it.

Thank you for singing and dancing with me Stephen, Marlon, Myles, Raisa, Heidi, and my beautiful, Tommy. A Chinaman's best friend. Doggies for House

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
58 Tracks in 2hrs and 44mins!!

It Iz What It Iz - JT Donaldson Mix Diz, Joshua Iz
Lonely C feat. Charles Levine - Unmixed Soul Clap
Lies (Watch Your Lift) (Original Mix) LoSoul
Moscow Girl - Lee Foss Remix Ali Love
Let's Make Mistakes (Club) Storm Queen
Like Wind (M.Caporale Rmx) (Moon Rocket Re-Edit) Moon Rocket, Bel-Ami
Meggy's Desire Rampa
La Conversacion (Instrumental Mix) Shiprinski
Tell You Something - Original Mix LawnChair Generals
Come Le Viole - Original Mix Mr Luke

Fluke Rampa
Get Down - Mousse T Shizzniz Dub Todd Terry All Stars
Politics - Original Mix Christian Malloni
True Love Owes Us Shit - So In La With You Remix Roman
A Saturday In November feat. Kim Ann Foxman (Dub Mix) KINK, Neville Watson
Love Could Be - LCG Mix Town & Country
Lose Control - Freaks Vocal Zoo Brazil
Kids Play (Stimming Remix) Ian Pooley
Logarhythm-Jungle-Nightmares On Wax Mix and Sari High-Moosefly Re-Rub
Nipia (Luciano Remix) Nicolas Duvoisin, Luciano

Go On Then feat. Jem Cooke (Sparse Vocal Dub) Kate Simko, Jem Cooke
How Never (Original Mix) David Jach, Beatamines
How Never (Zoo Brazil Remix) David Jach, Beatamines
The Cure & The Cause (Dennis Ferrer Remix) Fish Go Deep, Tracey K
It's Love - Luke Solomon's Vocal Mix Bruno Gauthier Pour Magda Zagba
You See Red (Kellerkind Remix) Oliver Koletzki, Dear Prudence
Flight Into BA feat. Kevin Knapp - Original Mix Kate Simko
Reaction (Original Mix) Digitaria, Adana Twins
Look Right Through (Vocal Mix) Storm Queen (Morgan Geist)
Star - Rocco Dub Mix Reel People, Tony Momrelle

Enemy (Original Mix) &ME, Rampa, Nomi Ruiz, NR&
Strobe And Noise (The Black 80s Remix) Mius, Kasia Kowalczyk, The Black 80s
Hallelujah Anyway (Hallelujah Anyway (Larse Vocal)) Candi Staton
Infinito Adrian Roman
Distant Planet Fingers, Inc.
Birdsong (Super Flu Remix) Claptone Feat. Zola Blood, Claptone, Zola Blood, Super Flu
Want You (Original Mix) Divided Souls, Samuri, Le Alen, Penny Ford
Plastic People - Charles Webster Main Anane
Solarized - Original Mix Agoria
Call The Shots feat. Jaw - Llorca Naive Mix Art Of Tones

Hypnotized feat. Fran - Original Mix Oliver Koletzki
I've Got That Feeling - Original Mix Dakar
Eagle Filta Freqz
Bad Things - Morgan Page Remix-Clean Lal Meri
What You Need (Original Mix) Andy Butler, Kim Ann Foxman, James Curd
Highbeams (Miguel Campbell Remix) Benjamin Franklin, Butch
See The Light (Frank Roger's Real Vox Mix) Shahrokh Sound Of K
Creature - Original Version Andy Butler, Kim Ann Foxman
Broken Mirror (Original Mix) Random Factor
Ann Arbor Soulphiction

Let Me Show You Love (Gavin Herlihy & Laura Jones Remix) Romanthony
Envision (Chocolate Puma Remix) Osunlade
Let Me Show You Love (Gavin Herlihy & Laura Jones Remix) Romanthony
Like It Should Be feat. Gigi - Ribn's Translucent Vox Remix Steve Bug
Love Bells - Original Mix Hatikvah
ddI Forgot You feat. Clyde - Original Mix Atjazz
Pleasure Principle (feat. Kim Ann Foxman) Lauren Flax, Kim Ann Foxman
With This Love (Original Mix) Amber Jolene, Sonny Fodera
Emotions Electric A Guy Called Gerald

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 140: At tHiS JuNcTuRe » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 03:59:15 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow Brothers and Sisters in House Music. Thank you for stopping by and taking a listen. I'm very thankful that you did.
This mix took four attempts and took place in Nov and Jan. Happy New Year!!!
2022 was an extremely challenging year and I'm sure that I'm not alone.
Whatever you've been through or going through. I want to give you a HUGE virtual hug. It will get better.
Control what you can and discard the rest.
Input motivating content.
Find sources of inspiration.
Surround yourself with positive and encouraging people.
Let's all try to improve each day. Let's be better.
Once we get better, everyone's life who is touched by us improves.
Our family needs us. Our friends need us. Our co-workers need us.
We're no good to all of them if we don't focus on ourselves.

House music is therapy. It's healing. It's beautiful.

This is a very special love letter from me to all of you. Smile. Hold your head up. Stand up straight. You can handle it. Hold each other's hands. Hold each other close. Let's dance together. All the best to you and everything you touch.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
60 Tracks in 2hrs and 57mins!!

Amathuba - feat. Pixie - Afro Brotherz & Lucky Keys
On My Way (Deep Mix) Octopuz
Like A Hobo (JPattersson Version) JPattersson
Fur die Liebe (Original Mix) Matthew Dekay & Lee Burridge
You, That I'm With - featuring Ian James Whitelaw - Phonique
Lingala (Original Mix) Lee Burridge, Lost Desert, Junior
Aiming For Destruction - Original Mix CoMa, Dillon
Change Of Heart (Original Mix) James Hunter
Dub Doubt (Rampa Remix) Sansa, Nasrawi, Mehdi, Rampa
Oscillation (D-Malice Remix) Deep Montage, Kaysoul, D-Malice

Back To Me (Alternative Mix) Luyo, Reno Ka
Something Wrong - Uffe
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley Beedle
Uncle Sam (Original Mix) Jet
Just When I Needed You - feat. Santessa - Joe Claussel RMX
Fatima - Feat. Yulia - Niko
Give Me Something (Joe Goddard Remix) The Black 80s, Joe Goddard
Who Am I (Rampa Remix) ARGY & MAMA, Rampa
Someone Like You-Adele-Jason B and Tribal Movement-Da Kastro Re-Rub
Radio Days - Rufus T

When You're Back (Extended Mix) Paso Doble, Fabio Aurea feat. Coco
Signal - Dimmish
Hold Back Love feat. Lex Empress (Neighbour & Elan B Remix) Kraak & Smaak, Lex Empress
Inside (Instrumental mix) Rampa, Nomi Ruiz, David Mayer, Hans Blitz
Man On the Moon (Miguel Campbell Remix) Klangkuenstler feat. Alice Phoebe Lou
Play the Game (Original Mix) Maya Jane Coles
Anyway (Rampa Remix) Re.You, Rampa
Say, Say, Say-Paul McCartney-Michael Jackson and Shadow Boxer-Douglas Greed Re-Rub
Remix Submission - Jason B
Dimensions (Original Mix) Dave Anthony, Atjazz

Don't Mess With My Man-Lucy Pearl and The Thoroughfare Remix Re-Rub
It's You That Drives Me Wild (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Kim Ann Foxman, Maya Jane Coles
Forward Motion feat. Ali Love - Original Mix - Jamie Jones, Lee Foss
Black Rat (Original Mix) Christos Fourkis
Stomp Your Feet - Mateo and Matos
Just Got Paid-Ron Carroll and Apart-Hyenah Re-Rub
Miss You-Leela James-Tony Loreto and Dig Out-Paul Lorain Re-Rub
Unnamed Vocals feat. Sting - Quentin Harris RMX
Haunt Me - feat. Sade - Vince Ailey
Viva La Vida-Coldplay-Jason B and Garden- &Me Re-Rub

Haunt Me (Forniva 2021 Remix) Sade
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther
On My Own Now (Extended) DJ Tennis, Ashee, Lady Donli
Your Eyes feat. Simply Red - Mousse T
Play With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work
Complex (Serge Devant Remix) Jonas Rathsman, Josef Salvat, Serge Devant
Soul Rise - Hyenah, Floyd Lavine
Going Back To My Roots (feat. Tessa B) (Original Mix) Synapson, Tessa B
Killer-Seal-Adamski and Defiled-Rampa Re-Rub
The Manifesto - Hyenah, Rimarkable

Wild Boys-Duran Duran and Magdalena-Einmusik, Stimming Re-Rub
Susan Cries (Rhythm Plate Light Mix) Bang Bang
Body and Soul-Matao Matos and Remember-Mood2Swing Re-Rub
Diminishing Returns feat. Ali Love
Try It Again - Pezzner feat. Gryffyn
Gatekeeper (Selegna south mix) feat. Feist
New Day - Round 2
Brighter Days 2011 Remixes (Karizma & DJ Spen Deepah Dub Mix) Cajmere feat. Dajae
Remix Submission - Jason B
Atoms (Henrik Schwarz Remix ) Dark Globe feat. Boy George

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

---------------
PHOTO CREDIT: BLOGTO + Filter by the app called, "Prisma"

Episode 139: For My Friends » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:51:40 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Fanatics!! How have you been this beautiful November? Thank you for visiting us and giving us a listen. If you like this mix, then there are 140 more to go through.

People usually don't like listening to 'old' music, but house music is nothing like the rest ; ) The great thing about good house music is that if you've never heard a track, then it'll be brand new to you. It's not like popular music where a song is in and out of fashion after a few months.

The greater thing is that because of DJ'ing, even if you've heard 80% of the separate tracks placed into a continuous mix, each DJ has his/her own particular tastes and style. You could take 100 tracks and give them to 10 different DJs and I'd guarantee that each and every mix will give you a different feel and experience. You might dislike, like or love a particular mix.

Some DJs like more bass and some like me like hi-hats, so they'd equalize each track differently to their preferences. Some like to play tracks at 120bpm and some like me like it a bit faster, around 125bpm. It depends on the tempo you like. I like the tempo that you can dance or chill out to. Then most of us get too excited and the second half of our mixes gets faster and faster and would probably end a few bpms faster than we would like.

Each of the 100 tracks would have different parts and sections. Each DJ would highlight different parts. Some like to play each track for 5-6mins to "let it breathe". I have house ADD, so like them in and out because the exciting parts are the beginning, the breakdown, and the new mix.

The mix is the beauty and art of it all. Each combination is unique and sometimes we get lucky and a combo elevates both tracks being mixed. Jim and I are best friends for 30yrs and spin live together as 'dattrax'. We have a policy of NOT repeating mix combinations. It keeps it fresh and fun for us.

Then comes the style of the DJ, do they love long smooth mixes, where they layer two tracks and create a new feeling? Do they like to cut parts of a second track into the first? Do they like to start mellow and gradually take it up through the mix? Do they like to play the same sub-genre of house through a whole mix, or like Jimmy and I... love house so much that we play EVERY genre of house within a mix? The beauty, fun, and excitement of all the possibilities are endless. At the least, it'll put a massive smile over you face from ear to ear.

Enjoy and all the best to you in your life. As the great and late philosopher/comedian, Patrice O'Neal has famously said, "You're the #1 priority". Keep doing what you're best at and significance, respect, and money will come. Then everyone that is around you will benefit in a positive way. When you win, everyone you encounter will win. If you're in a shitty job or relationship, then move on. Life is short and you deserve more.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
58 Tracks in 3hrs and 19mins!!

You Own My Mind feat. Virginia - Original Mix Steffi
Nude (Rampa Remix) Adriatique, Rampa
Fix Your Love (Ralf GUM Main Mix) Ralf GUM, Bongi Mvuyana, Kafele
Haunt Me - Forniva 2021 Sade bootleg
Let Me Love You (Original Mix) DJ Rasoul
Over Limits (Original Mix) Echo Deep
Uptown feat. Aya - Jay'sUpDub - NakedMusic
Autumn - Blanka Mazimela, Khonaye
Piano in The Dark-Nick Curly and Soul Filtration-Reel Skaps, Dredah Re-Rub
Muyè Rampa, Adam Port, &ME, Keinemusik

Move On (Hollis P Monroe and Wrong Jeremy Mix) The Black 80s, Hollis P Monroe, Wrong Jeremy
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion
Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim
All I Do Is Think - Oscar P
No Doubt feat. Marissa Guzman (Original Mix) Cuebur, Marissa Guzman
If You Have A Doubt Ft. Overnite (Mario Basanov Remix) Overnite, Hollis P Monroe
Something I'm Going Through (Extended Mix) DJ Rae, David Morales
Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry
Soldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) Sade
Plenty-Sarah Mclaughlan and Breathless-KANT Re-Rub

Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli
Extra Time On You feat. Portia Monique (Original Mix) Black Coffee, Portia Monique
With This Love (Original Mix) Amber Jolene, Sonny Fodera
Tessio (Original Mix) Luomo
Bye Bye Les Fraises feat. Sashe (Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner Remix) Sucre Sale
Into The Sun Damian Lazarus, Jem Cooke
Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion
Aquanote_NowhereGabrielsDrop4_NakedMusic
Faith (Lemon & Herb Remix) Bevan Godden, Maiya, Lemon & Herb
You're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, Bongiwe

Brotha (Dj Spen & Karizma Remix) - featuring Angie Stone
Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani Sithole
Island Breeze feat. Ijeoma - Trentemoller Remix Kid Massive & Raoul
Our Time Our Chance feat. Ian Whitelaw (Original Mix) Phonique
Something Sweet (Full Version) Lyndrish
So Happy (Cassady Locke Remix) Tom Conrad feat. Dawn Tallman
Shy - Leo Love
Promised Land-Joe Smooth and Rave Casualty-Flashmob, Connected Soundsystem, Kalyma Re-Rub
Push (Original Mix) Col Lawton, V77NNY
Stone Crazy Remixes (Nastee Nev 0808 Mix) Kafele Bandele

For the Rest (Carlos Sanchez Remix) The Black 80s, Carlos Sanchez
Superman-Black Coffee feat. Bucie and Sabelo-Lionayve, Newmanhere Re-Rub
Manifest (Rampa Remix) Wallflower, Rampa
Something Special (The Black 80s Remix) Phonique, Ian Whitelaw, The Black 80s
Silence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho, Black Coffee
Touched The Sky (feat. Mia Tuttavilla) Dennis Ferrer
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett
Bright Star (Sunrise Mix) Ben Watt, Stimming, Julia Biel
See The Light (Frank Roger's Real Vox Mix) Shahrokh Sound Of K
Some Lovin - Liberty City - MURK

Born to Fly feat. Lisa Shaw (Eric's Remix) Naked Music
Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.You
Tried So Hard (Special Vocal Mix) feat. Bobby Pruit - MURK
Time After Time (Yoruba Soul Mix) Soul Central feat. Abigail Bailey
Hurry - Naked Music
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem
Someday-CeCe Rogers and Fake It-Phonique Re-Rub
One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 139: When Words Fail » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 05:25:26 +0000

dattrax: HiYaAAA Fellow House Freaks!! I hope you're all well and doing what you can each day to better yourselves.
Whatever you're going through, it will pass and you can displace negative with music.

This mix is 'smooth as butter'... as the saying goes. This mix took three attempts in order to get the right feel. In search of that elusive perfect mix that never happens. Sometimes the first take is fantastic. Usually, it can take up to 12 attempts. Yes, DJing for 30yrs and still making tons of mistakes. LMAO.

I've always made mixes for my enjoyment and fulfillment first, then for my best friend and DJ partner (when we DJ at live events), Jimmy Zoo. We grew up together loving house music (met in our late teens), going out dancing, DJ'ing and we were crazy "Black Crack"/vinyl record junkies. House was and is our release from our shitty jobs and life.

If someone outside of us two like our mixes, then that's a bonus, so thank you for visiting us here.

Any track that we bought that we loved and had never heard of before was "new" to us regardless of when it actually came out. It was always about the combinations. Endless, fun, and sometimes inspiring and magical. The right tracks on top of each other or in any way that it's mixed. It's beautiful. I have a personal rule to never repeat a mix combination. I've only broken that a handful of times.

One of Jim and I's favourite house music DJs is Derrick Carter because his mixing style is so interesting and unique. His combos are surprising and delightful. He could play out of our collection of tracks and because of how he selects tracks and mixes, the mix will have his sonic signature. The same can be said for many good house DJs.

All the best to you as always.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoy our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Photo Cred: My pal Stephen has a pair of 70's Pioneer headphones that look so cool that I had to take a pic.

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!
---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from: https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records

Episode 138: Living Off Script » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:26:29 +0000

dattrax: hEpPy tHuRsDaY EvEryOnE! Welcome House Fiends from around the world!!

Here's a new house music mix for you. Enjoy and have a good weekend.

Thank you Trevor LeCavalier and Mike Venditti for your invite to make this guest mix for your CRBN RADIO show.

CRBN RADIO - EPISODE 064 mixed by dattrax

The dattrax sound:
Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin’, Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals… Strictly House Music – always.

dattrax is Jim and Dat, Best Friends for three decades, DJ Duo, and fanatic House Fiends! From Toronto, Ontario, Canada!

They were in love with house and DJing when they realized that it wasn’t music in the sense of Mozart, but a form of self-expression - participating in making a musical collage. “It is Like a musical cut and paste. You get to pick your favourite songs, how fast or slow, or how long you want to play it, which part of the song you want to highlight, whether you want to cut it up or layer it, whether you want the feel to be smooth or charging, whether you want… The combinations are endless w/ house music, and that much fun!”

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
40 Tracks in 1hr and 29mins!!

Can't Stop The House (Vocal Mix) Thompson & Lenoir (LNR)
Work It to the Bone (DJ T. Edit) Thompson & Lenoir (LNR)
Telefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Music For Freaks (MFF)
I Don't Know (Charles Webster Remix) Michael Ashe, Charles Webster
Sunglasses At Night-Cory Heart and Aftermath-Culoe De Song - Re-Rub
***rybo*y - Original Mix Karol XVII & MB Valence
Brotha feat Angie Stone (DJ Sneak Remix) Demuir, DJ Sneak
Going On (Original Mix) Alkalino
Stress Relief (Original Mix) Coflo
Reachin' Out (Dave Spoon Mix) The Timewriter

Tony Trader (Original Mix) Kotelett, Zadak
Amores da Minha Vida feat. Luciana T. - Filipe Narcisco
Bang Bang Your Mine (DJ T. Edit) Bang The Party
Garden - &ME
Who's That Girl-Eurythmics and Potty-Rampa Re-Rub
Wheres My Dub (Original) Habersham
Silence & Secrets (Black Coffee Remix) WhoMadeWho, Black Coffee
Sabelo Lionayve, Newmanhere
Music Take Me Up - Fingers, Inc.
X-Attack (Robotta) Phonique

Love You Like I Used To - Him_Self_Her, Kieran Fowkes
You Got Me Looking-Moose & Squirrel-More-Chorus - dattrax Edit
Boss Skank - Zed Bias
Take It Out (Sean Thomas Drumsong Remix) Saturn Never Sleeps
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher (Bowski 2AM Remix) Cassius
Say My Name Rampa, Re.You
Spider Oja Soulman
Du What U Du (Trentemoller Remix) Yoshimoto
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Drop Out Orchestra Rework)
Hip House (Original) Fast Eddie

Beirut Boogie (Original Mix) Sebbo
Free-Mood II Swing-Ultra Nate and The Blue-Hackman, Rampa Re-Rub
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa
Breakaway - Bassment Jaxx
Dumisani (Ethnic Mix) Ian Kenzof, Lizwi
Hotflash! (Original Mix) Oliver $
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls & Mousse T
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi
True Faith-New Order and Leave Me-Hot Since 82, Habischman, Dubfire Re-Rub
Need You Tonight-INXS and The Rainfall-Douglas Greed Re-Rub

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 137: Reflected Love » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:47:08 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Everyone!! I love house music and always want to share what tracks I love at the moment and what I'm feeling in a mix. It's been a challenging year and I always work out my emotions in mix sessions. This mix took one attempt which is rare these days. Enjoy this mix and I hope that it brightens up your day and that you're feeling the positive energy that it conveys.

I hope you are all well in the pursuit of your dreams and if not, then you're taking into your hands what you can control and working towards changing your situation. I was looking for some inspirational quotes and found some from Ralph Waldo Emerson (May 25, 1803 – April 27, 1882). I didn't know much about him, but he's definitely a deep thinker and has a lot of insightful and encouraging words for us men, especially in our modern times.

"It is rare to find a man who believes in his own thoughts or speaks that which he is created to say. As nothing astonishes men so much as common sense and plain dealing, so nothing is more rare in any man than an act of his own...feel yourself, and be not daunted by things...The light by which we see this world comes out from the soul of the observer."

"Men cease to interest us when we find their limitations. The only sin is limitation. As soon as you once come up with a man's limitations, it is all over with him."

"A determined man, by his very attitude and the tone of his voice, puts a stop to defeat, and begins to conquer."

"Every individual man has a bias which he must obey, and...it is only as he feels and obeys this that he rightly develops and attains his legitimate power in the world. It is his magnetic needle, which points always in one direction to his proper path.... He is never happy nor strong until he finds it, keeps it."

"What a man does, that he has. What has he to do with hope or fear? In himself is his might. Let him regard no good as solid but that which is in his nature, and which must grow out of him as long as he exists. The goods of fortune may come and go like summer leaves; let him scatter them on every wind as the momentary signs of his infinite productiveness."

---------------
Image Credit: https://www.instagram.com/grafitti_spottings/ This is one of my fav IG content creators. This Gent goes around our beloved city, Toronto, and takes pics of the street art. It's wonderful to go through his passion. Follow him if you're into graffiti art.

---------------
[If you're reading this on mobile, everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any amount of support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, or whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
53 Tracks in 3hrs and 3mins!!

Trust In Your Love feat. Ane Brun - Charles Webster Deeper Mix Bliss
Willow (Original Mix) Kai Alce, Azulu Phantom
Make It Good (Larry Heard Vocal Remix) Tennis
If You Only Knew (Original Mix) Finnebassen
With You Feat. Grovesnor (MAM Remix) Flight Facilities
Touching Me (Original Mix) Finnebassen
Kackvogel (Original Mix) Solomun
Monocraft (Your Love Is Alright) (Original Mix) Tennis
The Outcast (Original Mix) Tennis, PillowTalk
Worry Fill My Heart (Cubiq's 'P45' Remix) Spring Offensive

With This Love (Original Mix) Amber Jolene, Sonny Fodera
Sold My Soul (Original Mix) MANIK (NYC)
Sunny (Original Mix) Umami
Is It True (Original Mix) Francesca Lombardo
Till We Die (LOPAZZ Vs. Forever Jung Remix) Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert
The Gurner (Justin Martin Vs. PillowTalk - DJ Version) Justin Martin, PillowTalk
Soul Kitchen (Nico Stojan Remix) Pele, Findling
Tell Me (Original Mix) Andre Crom, Dennis Degenhardt
City City (Timo Maas Remix) Katie Cruel
Shine (Morgan Geist Remix) Digitaria

Liquid feat. Fran (Original Mix) Format:B
We Move (Original Mix) Freaks, Stella Attar
Mystery Inside (Kellerkind Remix) Edu Imbernon, Triumph, Sutja Gutierrez
The Game feat. Jade Hopcroft (Original Mix) Andrew Brown
After The Hour (Lake People Remix) Nico Stojan
Jack (Nicone & Sascha Braemer) HVOB
Nocturne (Original Mix) Freakme, Hunter_Game
This Is It (Original Mix) Marlow, Comixxx, Knixx
Don't Wanna Leave You (Remix) Rampue
Sunshine (Original Mix) David Keno, HRRSN

Weather Man (Original Mix) Maxim Kysil
Places (Original) Nu, Julia Go
Equal Responsibility (Original Mix) Climbers
Heart To Find (Original Mix) Mat.Joe
Gentle Help (Original Mix) James Curd
Jazz Fusic - Original Mix Chris Lattner, Enzo Siragusa
My House (Original Mix) Purple Disco Machine
The Voice Of Dru (Original Mix) Doctor Dru
Future Lately Feat. Javi (Original Mix) Saarid
We Are The Future (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Lil Magdalene

No Matter How Far (Jacked Out Mix) Random Factor, Gareth Whitehead
Emperor feat. Kali (Original Mix) Kali, Ali Love
The Jam (Original Mix) Jobe
Sometimes (Original Mix) Audiowhores
Falling (Kolombo Remix) Junk Yard Rhythm Section
Someone feat. Kuss (Douglas Greed Remix) Marian
True Friends (Original Mix) Tom Trago
Love to Me featuring Yota (Manuel Perez Remix) Hakan Lidbo
Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.You
Donna's A Flower (Original Mix) Gene Farris, Cajmere

The King (Sing-A-Long-Mix) Prztz
Only You (Original Mix) Cajmere, Dajae, Russoul
Just Let Me Dance (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Scandal

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl record

Episode 136: Open Kimono » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 23:21:45 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow House Music Aficionados from Toronto and around the world!! Welcome!!
How has life been treating you? If not treated well, then...
Are you doing what's true to you to get the most out of each situation? Are you refusing to be mauled by unfortunate circumstances? Are you choosing to stay positive? Are you choosing to get back up?
I'm asking questions that I ask myself after life tries to kick me in the teeth. I hope that you choose to win as well. All the best to you and your well-being. Enough of my Chinese fortune cookie words...

Are you ready for a new dattrax house music journey? This mix is just over 2hrs long and it's filled with beautiful and varied textures. There are tons of new tracks for your listening or dancing pleasure [Thank you Traxsource for the 30% discount codes]. This took one take and the track selection and mixing are hawt!! Whew!! It usually takes 3-12 these days in my old age. LMAO!!

Whenever my best friend and DJ partner, Jim had deep conversations where too much was revealed. [As men, we're supposed to not reveal too much of our thoughts or feelings]. Jimmy and I call those conversations 'Open Kimomo' sessions. Always makes me chuckle the image of flashing in a kimono. Don't think that they make those for men right?

This mix is similar as it's an open book in regards to the tracks chosen to bring about the feeling of contentment and sparks of joy. Lots of challenges this year so poured a lot of negative and positive energy into this mix. I love the feel of this mix from beginning to end and hope that you smile from ear to ear.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
39 Tracks in 2hrs and 4mins!!

Love Can Damage Your Health feat. Angela Mcluskey - Abicah Soul & Dennis Ferrer Remix - Telepopmusik
Autumn - Blanka Mazimela, Khonaye
Do It Now (Deep Tech Version) Dubtribe Sound System
Funky (Original) - Wayne Gardiner
Frank Amodo - So Wicked (Chris Izaak)
Sometimes - Brand New Heavies-Masters At Work
For This - Rampa, Chiara Noriko
Fix Your Love (Ralf GUM Main Mix) Ralf GUM, Bongi Mvuyana, Kafele
Bind (Rampa Remix - Timmy Regisford Edit) Howling, Rampa, Timmy Regisford
Thinking Of You (Original Mix) Serge Devant, Damiano C, Camille Safiya

On My Own Now (Extended) DJ Tennis, Ashee, Lady Donli
Trees (Butch Stripped Mix) Tuvaband, Butch
Redpath (Cioz Remix) Hauy
My Joy - Quentin Harris-Ft. Leela James - Original Mix
Keep The Funk Alive (Original Mix) Hotmood
Heart (Original Mix) Band & Dos
Not U (Original Mix) Mario Bianco, AlyBe
The Game - Mega Jawns
Feel (feat. Desney Baley) (Matthias Tanzmann Remix) Luna City Express, Desney Baley, Matthias Tanzmann
Back To Me (Alternative Mix) Luyo, Reno Ka

Something Sweet (Full Version) Lyndrish
Brooklyn Bridge (Original Mix) Jamezy
Broken Blues [Feat. Andreya Triana] (Purple Disco Machine Remix) Mousse T., Andreya Triana, Purple Disco Machine
Manifest (Rampa Remix) Wallflower, Rampa
The Wanderer (Dixon Edit) Romanthony, Dixon
Love Happy - Danny Kane
Impossible (&ME Remix) Röyksopp, Alison Goldfrapp, &ME
All I Do Is Think - Oscar P
Holy Melancholy (Tribes) Shiprinski
From The Inside (Henrik Schwarz Remix) Chasing Kurt

0.19 (Moosefly Remix) Evans, Shawni, Moosefly
Soul Rise - Hyenah, Floyd Lavine
Painkiller (Rampa & Re.You Mix) Terranova, Rampa, Re.You
Warning Siren (Original Mix) Tiefschwarz, Matty Safer
Nude (Rampa Remix) Adriatique, Rampa
Pay To Play - &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Bell Towers
Henrik Schwarz - Come Together
Burning (Alan Dixon Remix) London House Cats Choir, Alana, Alan Dixon
Brighter Days - 2011 Remixes (Karizma And DJ Spen Deepah Dub Mix) Cajmere feat. Dajae

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.
---------------
[If you're reading this on mobile, everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

Episode 135: Reaching to Hold » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 20:13:16 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Lovers!!
WOW! Time is relentless. Summer is almost over. Toronto spring, summer, and fall are the best!! Winter, not so much ; )
We hope that you've each enjoyed your summers wherever you're from around the world.

How does house music make you feel? When do you usually listen to house music? Do you love a specific sub-genre of house or a few of them or a bit of every type of house?

How did you get introduced to house music? What made you continue to learn more about house?

What is your fav place to dance to house in your city? Let us know.

This almost 3hr ride took 8 attempts. Lots of different direction changes along the way. A new batch of 39 house tracks from https://www.traxsource.com/ Yeah!!!! We hope that you enjoy this DJ session as it was put together with much love.
All the best to you and your loved ones!!

---------------
[If you're reading this on mobile, everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
60 Tracks in 2hrs and 55mins!!

Bumblebee (Extended Mix) FKA Mash, Sio
Something Bout Jazz (0808 Deep Mix) Nastee Nev
Solo (Enoo Napa Remix) Luka, Sio, Enoo Napa
Cantor (Rocco Rodamaal Remix) Francesco Tarantini, Rocco Rodamaal
Disappear (Extended Mix) THEMBA (SA), Nico De Andrea, Tasan
X Junior Vasquez and Emptiness-Hyenah - Re-Rub
Swallow Monolink
Into The Sun Damian Lazarus, Jem Cooke
Gardenz (Coflo's Dub Mix) Coflo, Evar After
Ogun In Ta Été We (She Is Calling) (Original Mix) Kiko Navarro, Dana Mamam

Flash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Tale of Us & Mind Against Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante
Father Ocean Monolink
Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub
Sirens Monolink
Glitch Enoo Napa, Chanell Collen
Something I'm Going Through (Extended Mix) DJ Rae, David Morales
Cajun Lunch (Original Mix) Ost & Kjex
Catching Dreams (An AfflickteD Soul Mix) Mikki Afflick
Phases (Toto Chiavetta Colour Two) Howling, Toto Chiavetta
Flash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Original Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante

I Like That (Oscar P Rework) Peter Mac, Oscar P
By Your Side-Sade-Naked Music and Dextrous-Nightmares On Wax - Re-Rub
Gatekeeper (Selegna south mix) Feist
Blue Heart Valentina Black
Fidale (I Feel) (Extended Vocal Version) Monolink, Zigan Aldi
Crazy (Phonique Remix) Ornette
Jealousy (Original Mix) Funky Fat
Tough Love (M A N I K Summer Skeleton Mix) Sailor & I
Afro Blue (Ancient Deep Remix) Sailor Jane, Ancient Deep
Everytime (Original Mix) Voltereto, Abel Trigo

In Another Life (Saint Evo Remix) Native P., Nuzu Deep, Saint Evo
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem
The Manifesto Hyenah, Rimarkable
Play With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work
All Over My Face - Terry Lee Brown Jr - Martin Luther King Speech and Birdland AME - Re-Rub
Till We Die (Original Mix) Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert
Push It (Extended Mix) Grace Bones
Make My Body Rock-Jomanda and After The Tone-Random Factor - Re-Rub
Ethembeni (Instrumental) Da Mike, Deep Aztec
Paradise (Original Mix) CN Williams

Defiled Rampa
When Doves Cry-Prince and Feeling Good-Andre Lodemann - Re-Rub
Final Credits (Original Mix) Midland
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett
Seduction-Cole-Clivilles and King Kobra-Hyenah - Re-Rub
The Unknown (Original Mix) John Monkman, Liz Cass
Regrets We Have No Use For feat. Name One (Original Mix) Maxxi Soundsystem, Name One
Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson
Red Alert - Bassment Jaxx
I Need A Rhythm-The 28th Street Crew and Questions-Milez - Re-Rub

Infinito Adrian Roman
Chew Fu - Purple Rain (Mousse T Remix)
Breakaway - Bassment Jaxx
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa
Midnight Plaza EP (Monochrome Day) Shiprinski
Electric Avenue-bootleg-cover-Leroy Brown and Still In My Heart-Ivan Smagghe-The Model feat My Favorite Robot - Re-Rub
Holy Melancholy (Tribes) Shiprinski
Bob Marley & The Wailers - Jammin’ - Lost Vegas Mix and Feel The B - Black Loops- Re-Rub
Dumisani (Ethnic Mix) Ian Kenzof, Lizwi
The Sound Of Violence - Cassius Reggae Rock Dub Cassius

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 134: dAtfRoTeCH » Strictly Afro-Tech House Music

dattrax — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 20:12:42 +0000

dattrax: Welcome to the Underground Friends... New and Old!! Who's ready for some vocal house music??!!!!
How is Everyone's June and July 2022 been so far?
Have you been connecting with close friends and learning more about new ones?
Have you been spending time in person or virtually by video chats with people that you care about?

I hope the best for you and your life. I hope for you as much as for myself, that we can minimize the negative and grow, change and overcome. That we could each day come closer to the best version of ourselves.

Then we can come together and connect through house music. This mix brings a message of hope. Full of beautiful vocals and sensational beats, all mashed up and layered over each other » dattrax-style!!

Everyone in the house music scene worldwide knows what a storm has been brewing in South Africa over the last two decades and has exploded globally. These artists are creating, iterating, collaborating, and influencing and it's all wonderful!

I noticed that the "Top 100 Downloads" lists in the different house sub-genres keep shifting as more and more new house fanatics started to produce and both the volume of production pieces and quality are rising. Finished work follows their creators' passion. It's never been so good for house music as now.

Especially recently, with top pop/hip-hop stars creating music with house music beat structures, flavours, and samples from great classic house anthems. More and more people will come through that wide commercial funnel and some will find more specific sub-genres of house music. Their lives will be changed forever!

The Afro-House most downloaded lists on Traxsource and Beatport have been interesting over the last few years because of the sheer amount of amazing tracks created and the variations of rhythms.

A house DJ/producer friend of mine, Andrew invited me to do a guest mix on a South African podcast that he's been involved with for years. They have a group of extremely passionate DJs involved.

In preparation, I decided to do a mix with my fav Afro-House tracks that Jim and I have bought over the years and continue to buy. I usually don't make mixes with just one type of house, however, this would be a good attempt to refine a more distinct sound for this coming guest mix in the late summer.

This mix was made with much love and this took 8 attempts to get the right feel (I changed directions a bunch of times). A few fellow Toronto House DJs love techy Afro-House or "Afro-Tech" as it is called by some. This is why I chose this funny title, 'datfrotech'.

[Jim and I are 'dattrax' when we spin together live (best friends and DJ fanatics/partners for 30yrs!! Since we were young!). When it's short/long mixes, it's just, me. It's confusing, I know. It doesn't matter, as long as you enjoy it].

---------------
[If you're reading this on mobile, then everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
60 Tracks in 3hrs and 24mins!!

Forbidden feat. Sio (Original Mix) Sio, Dwson Stay True Sounds
It's You Black Motion, Miss P Defected
So Astounded (Black Coffee Remix) DJ Le Roi, Lady Bird, Black Coffee SubSensual
Lutho Vanco, Njabulo Seh Afrocentric Records
No Doubt feat. Marissa Guzman (Original Mix) Cuebur, Marissa Guzman Defected
Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion Ocha Mzansi
Cherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah Monea Open Bar Music
Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry ITH *Note: Toronto House Legends
Phezulu (Aero Manyelo Remix) Blanka Mazimela Get Physical
Respect Is You (Mapiano & Sunny Boy Uhuru Souldub) Louie Vega, Maphorisa, Berita, Mapiano, Sunny Boy Uhuru Vega Records

Lingala (Original Mix) Lee Burridge, Lost Desert, Junior All Day I Dream
Reach for the Stars (feat. Nalize) XtetiQsoul
Extra Time On You feat. Portia Monique (Original Mix) Black Coffee, Portia Monique Ultra
Gratitude (Pablo Fierro Remix) Marie Joly, Black Coffee, Rebecca Murray, Pablo Fierro Offering Recordings
Superman-Black Coffee feat. Bucie and Sabelo-Lionayve, Newmanhere - Re-Rub
Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli Ocha Mzansi
Sun Ra Was Right (Kususa Remix) STUDIO APARTMENT, Monique Bingham, Kususa N.E.O.N
Muyè Rampa, Adam Port, &ME, Keinemusik Keinemusik
Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim DiverseCity Music
Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa Freerange

Stuck On You (Afro Beat A Pella) Carissa Nicole, Reggie Steele Quantize Recordings
Gafara (Afro Main Mix) Moon Rocket, MoBlack MoBlack Records
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion
Lie Machine DAVI Crosstown Rebels
Temple (Original Mix) Rinzen Chapter 24 Records
Deep In The Bottom (of Africa) Monique Bingham, Black Coffee House Afrika
Brave (Moblack Remix) Moon Rocket, Danielle Martin, MoBlack Doomusic
Solo (Enoo Napa Remix) Luka, Sio, Enoo Napa The Bliss Beyond
Dance After 12 (Pablo Martinez Remix) Marubini Musiq, Sio FOMP
Piece Of My Mind (Benny T Remix) DJ Crookid, Gumzito, Sabrina Chyld, Benny T Open Bar Music

Phezulu Reloaded Blanka Mazimela, Khonaye Get Physical
How Did We Get Here (Mike Dunn White Noise MixX) Gershon Jackson, Sio Blackwidow, Mike Dunn Omni Music Solutions
Tribal Movement Da Kastro
Mobi Dixon ft Msaki - Love Colour Spin
Don't Give Up (Cee ElAssaad Voodoo Mix) Pascal Morais, Shota, Cee ElAssaad Arrecha Records
When You're Back (Extended Mix) Paso Doble, Fabio Aurea, Coco GĒNĒTIC
The Offering (Main Mix) N'dinga Gaba feat.mOsno Peng Africa
I Like That (Oscar P Rework) Peter Mac, Oscar P Open Bar Music
Your Voice (Enoo Napa Remix) Caiiro, AWEN, Enoo Napa Madorasindahouse Records
L.D.O.E. feat. Valentine (Floyd Lavine's African Techno Mix) Aaaron; Deckert, Floyd Lavine Connected Frontline

I Miss The Things (Mindtech Remix) - Lars Behrenroth & Sinan Baymak
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa Tribe Records
In Another Life (Saint Evo Remix) Native P., Nuzu Deep, Saint Evo Celsius Degree Records
On My Way (Original Mix) Afro Warriors, Anabela Aya DM.Recordings
Forgot About McRae - Andrew McRae - MP3
Heart Beat (Nick Holder Main Mix) Drumattix DNH
At The Club (Claude Monnet Beats) Timmy Regisford Tribe Records
Don't Let Me Go Malehloka, Miss P, DJEFF, Black Motion Kazukuta Records
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records

Hideyoshi (Benny T Tswana Perspectives Afro Mix) Sixnautic, Benny T Natural Essence Media Ltd
Traveller (Kususa & QueTornik Official Remix) DeMajor, Lizwi, Kususa, QueTornik Surreal Sounds Music
Quentin Harris - EP-5
Oscar P - Swift - The Drum (Pablo Fierro Mix)
Hapi Melange (Primordial Substance Mix) Neter Supreme Aluku Records
Take Off Your Shoes (Original Mix) Malandra Jr.
Bass Zone (Original) David Morales MoBlack Records
Reasons (Main Mix) Hook&Bass Hook And Bass Records
Glitch Enoo Napa, Chanell Collen MoBlack Records
Uyankenteza (Enoo Napa Vocal Remix) Afro Warriors, Toshi, Enoo Napa Tribe Records

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop. Sync was applied for this mix.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 133: Too Far from Center » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 19:01:26 +0000

dattrax: HIYA Fellow House Fiends!! Welcome new and our regular visitors from around the globe!! Thank you for taking the time to scan through some of our mixes to see if you'd like to listen to a full mix. We appreciate you visiting us here.

Started this mix near the end of March. This is my 11th attempt at this final version. I hope that you enjoy this mix because it was made with much love. All the happy and negative energies that were pent up got released into the making of this mix.

I start or bounce to a few different mixed projects once I'm stuck, not feeling it, or need a break. So many mixes that I want to make, but not enough time.

For the first three versions of this mix, I just chose the 1st two tracks of this new mix and started mixing out of the batch of 150-200 tracks [organized within 18 folders. See this screenshot: https://prnt.sc/e_YYxUmRCfas ] that was possible for this mix.

The first two tracks always set the mood and expectation of a mix. Then the folders divide the tracks out into categories of tempo and types of energy expressed. There are always enough tracks in each of the 18 folders to give me enough choices/possibilities for each combination. Not enough to overwhelm, because having too many choices doesn't make for a good mix either.

I have in the folders the core two dozen tracks that make up the underlying feel or goal for any specific mix.

Then after each mix attempt is completed - just listen and see if I like the feel and if I train wrecked any mixes or killed the vibe with a wrong track combination choice. If I don't like it, then delete it. Back to the drawing board for the next mix attempt.

Then liked parts of each of the first three versions, so cobbled together, made some arrangement changes, and listened some more to a few more mix attempts.

Keep trimming and changing the tracks, the orders, and a bunch of different spots to create the right feel. Then I fell into a trap of being too structured. LMAO!!

This is the most planned-out mix that I've ever made. Then you add the fact that 90% of the mix are the new re-rubs that I've made over the last few months, there's another entire layer of dattrax choices that changes the feel/vibe/groove of the mix. There was one slight mistake, but I couldn't do the 12th attempt. LMAO. Sorry.

["Re-Rub" - don't know if there's an actual definition or name, but here's mine. I take a vocal track that I love that's old, or not in good quality to stand alone, or in a version that I have that don't really love.
Then I go through a bunch of instrumentals or dubby tracks (tracks with vocal snippets) to find one that works well with it.
Then I sync the speeds and mix the two and EQ out the instruments and EQ in the vocal and other parts that I like. Record them together and use them as separate tracks.
Then let the new or recent house instrumental be the base for this vocal's Re-Rub. Then I use these Re-Rubs in new mixes or live DJ events.

Just quick and dirty refreshes of favourite vocals to make them sound more modern and gives you a reminder of how great the original vocals are. Or you can say, the poor man's version of a bootleg for someone with ZERO producing talent, dedication, or equipment. Ha ha ha ha.
Although, one Re-Rub can take as fast as 20mins to make or an hour, depending on the constraints of the chosen combination.]

This mix has the majority of the house vocals, classic house vocals ('classic house' to me is from 1980-2008), and 80's pop tunes + maybe a dozen recent tracks. 49 Tracks in 2hrs and 34mins!!
---------------
[If you're reading this on mobile, then everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
49 Tracks in 2hrs and 34mins!!
*Re-Rubs naming convention: Name of Vocal and Name of Instrumental, both with main artists' names

I Wish I Didn't Miss You - Angie Stone (DJ Tears PLK Special Bootleg)
Echo - Crazy P
Can't Stop-Plez and Interloper-Bob Moses Re-Rub
Seein You (Saison Remix) Eli Escobar, Saison
Patria Mia (Lumc House Remix) Carlos A, Lumc House
Connected (Original Mix) Walker & Royce
Things That Make You Feel Good-Robert Owens and Dirty Son-Rampa Re-Rub
A Path - Fingers Inc and Journeyman - Aimo Re-Rub
Better Day-Presence and Shaded-Compuphonic & Kolombo-Cari Lekebusch Re-Rub
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix - Cassius

Near Me (Club Mix) Maxxi Soundsystem, Danielle Moore
X-Junior Vasquez and Emptiness-Hyenah Re-Rub
Look Around You feat. RoisÃn Murphy (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Boris Dlugosch, Roisin Murphy
Music Sounds Better With You (Bibi & Dimitri From Paris Anthem from Paris) Stardust
Say Whut - Nail
Fusstrompete Flatfoot Jones
I'll Be Loving You - Moony - Dove - John Creamer & Stephane K - Lee Kalt Version
Her Song-Oh Woman-MKL vs Soy Sos feat Delroy and Defiled-Rampa Re-Rub
Purple Rain - Chew Fu(Mousse T Remix)
Cosmic Dancer - Francesca Lombardo

Faith (Lemon & Herb Remix) Bevan Godden, Maiya, Lemon & Herb
You're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, Bongiwe
Someday-CeCe Rogers and Fake It-Phonique Re-Rub
Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button Re-Rub
Sense Of Danger-Presence-feat. Shara Nelson and Do It Right-Dub-Bruce Loko Re-Rub
Green Cash (Original Mix) Daniel Steinberg
Keep Me in My Plane (DJ Koze Hudson River Dub) WhoMadeWho, DJ Koze
Killer-Adamski and My Life-Rampa, Re.You, Meggy Re-Rub
New Life-Dennis Cruz and Springtime in December-Douglas Greed Re-Rub
Promised Land-Joe Smooth and Rave Casualty-Flashmob, Connected Soundsystem, Kalyma Re-Rub

Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem
Love Will Save The Day (Original Mix) TWISM & B3RAO, Tommie Cotton
L.D.O.E. feat. Valentine (Floyd Lavine's African Techno Mix) Aaaron; Deckert, Floyd Lavine
Paradise (Original Mix) CN Williams
Just Got Paid-Ron Carroll and Apart-Hyenah Re-Rub
Just Do It (Incl. Mr. V & Reelsoul Mixes) (Nacho Vega's SF Late Nite Instrumental Mix) Distant People feat. Chappell
Who's That Girl-Eurythmics and Potty-Rampa Re-Rub
Say My Name - Rampa, Re.You
You Got Me Looking-Moose & Squirrel-More-Chorus-Edit
Sunglasses At Night-Cory Heart and Aftermath-Culoe De Song Re-Rub

Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa
Love Hangover (2016 Remaster) Joey Negro
Missing-Nicola Fasano-Oliver Berger rmx and Mod-Rampa Re-Rub
Need You Tonight-INXS and The Rainfall-Douglas Greed Re-Rub
That's What I Got-Murk and Wanna Get Down-Instrumental-Bassment Jaxx Re-Rub
True Faith-New Order and Leave Me-Hot Since 82, Habischman, Dubfire Re-Rub
Inside (Original Mix) Bas Roos, Nick De Morsain
Remember the Time (Sleeper Heartbroken Remix) Michael Jackson & Telepopmusik
The Love Story-Tainted Jazz-Wally Callerio feat. Delmos Wade and Cosmic Jazz-A.D., Kenny Glasgow Re-Rub
---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 135+ mixes, the last 30yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 133: You'll Need a Cigarette After This » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 20 May 2022 06:12:14 +0000

dattrax: Welcome Fellow House Music Seekers!!

[If you're reading this on mobile, then everything is jumbled up. The writer's intended spacing to make these show notes readable is nonexistent.

You'll have to open this up on your laptop/desktop to be able to read this correctly. Podomatic hasn't come up with a solution that has been implemented yet to fix this challenge].

If you're new here, then we hope that you have a good experience. Thank you for visiting.

To our house friends who are returning, we say thank you very much and we hope that you've been well since your last visit.

Some DJ thoughts:
Life is full of struggles and brief glimpses of joy, love, respect, celebration, and true happiness. We wish you all the positive to continue and if you're in your winter/valley, then we wish it to be shorter and that you climb out of it. Your voice needs to rebuild and shine again or start to shine.

House music has always been therapy and my outlet for my emotions, especially when it's negative. I've been going through a ton of stuff, so I spend more time going through tracks, listening to tracks, and mixing them.

It's always been a relaxing, releasing, and refreshing time spent when I just spend hours finding tracks that match the mix that I'm imagining. Then hours mixing. Hours listening to the mixes.

Then another attempt if I don't like the feel, made mistakes or it's not a mix that I love. I mean, I don't want to listen more than once. Back to the drawing board. A few more attempts, then if I don't have a final version, then I'll take a break and move on to another special mix. Then come back to finish another time when I'm in the mood.

So many came out lately in Mar and Apr because I was working through four different mixes in Nov and Dec because that Dec mix took 12 attempts. I've never done that much jumping around before.

[You can find that Dec mix here:
hOuSe MuSiC iS tHe aNsWeR » StRiCtlY HoUse mUsIc
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax/episodes/2021-12-09T10_19_53-08_00 ]

Then with each mix, I learn something new that I apply to the next mix. Or to another mix that I left because I was stuck or got bored of the grouping of tracks.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
31 Tracks in 2hrs!

Cure (Main Mix) The Rhythm Sessions, Portia Monique
Piano in The Dark Nick Curly
I Know What's On Your Mind (Ethan White Remix) Tortured Soul Vs Black Coffee
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley Beedle
Lay Down Kalyma
Island Breeze feat. Ijeoma - Trentemoller Remix Kid Massive & Raoul
Show Me How feat. Natalie Conway (Original Mix) Finnebassen
Closest (Harley & Muscle Caio Deep Remix) Chouco, Sir Pryce, Harley, Muscle
Different Morals - Original Mix Brigante, Ali Love, Luca C
Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion

Summer Love (Blackjean Remix) Sobz
The Remedy Dirtytwo
Echo Deep - Over Limits (Original Mix)
Superman-Black Coffee feat. Bucie and Sabelo-Lionayve, Newmanhere - Re-Rub
Love It (Phil Asher) Restless Soul Vocal Mix) Bstc Feat. Jl
Getting It Right-Trumpet Dub-MAW-Alison Limerick and Soma-Dahu, Soul Button - Re-Rub
Layers (Rampa Remix) Dapayk & Padberg, Rampa
Flashback Allies For Everyone
Promised Land-Joe Smooth and Rave Casualty-Flashmob, Connected Soundsystem, Kalyma - Re-Rub
About You (Original Mix) Toky

Vanyll Darius
Hard Time For Lovers (Incl. Mixes by Ralf GUM, Black Coffee, Kiko Navarro) (Adlib Dub) Rocco & C. Robert Walker
Casualities Featuring Erlend Ye (Antonio Eudi & Bruno Be Remix) Phonique, Erlend Ye, Antonio Eudi, Bruno Be
What Ya Gonna Do (Original Mix) Circle Of Funk, Taliwa
Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani Sithole
All Gone (Laurent Leroy Remix) Allies For Everyone, Laurent Leroy
Guinea Pig - Vocal Variation Mix (feat. Julia Biel) Ben Watt
Headphone Silence - Henrik Schwarz Remix / Dixon Edit / Ame Approved Ane Brun
Run Slowly (Andre Lodemann Remix) Chopstick, Johnjon
When It Rains (Digital Exclusive) (Original Mix) Finnebassen, Gundelach

The Last Track on this mix:
Ralf GUM, Monique Bingham - Take Me To My Love (Raw Artistic Soul Vocal Dub)

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 130+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 132: Let's Restart This » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sat, 09 Apr 2022 22:09:27 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Freaks!! Welcome! Found this old, probably 6-8yrs old test mix that I've never put on my Podomatic app. It's hawt!! It was an all vinyl record mix. I know because I had a failed experiment where I recorded almost a crate (100 records) in cracks of time between family and work for 1.5mths.

Then I realised that the sound quality was garbage and I couldn't even use them. LMAO.

Now that my Traxtor S4, 3rd GEN controller has a wicked built-in soundcard, I can muster the time-consuming energy to record most of my 4.5 crates left.

I've managed to get rid of it by selling or giving away around 30 crates of house music. Yes, Jim and I were "Black Crack" addicts!! That was our name for record buying addiction.

Jim hates getting rid of stuff and has the space. He probably has about 65 crates because he loved records outside of just house like me.

For every mix that is up here, there were anywhere from 3 to 12 previous test mixes that weren't good enough for the feel and direction that I was aiming for.

Collette, a house fanatic like us is from Quebec, Canada, and a friend from Facebook. Her post about music this week explains this love perfectly:

"Our history shows that music is the greatest creation of humankind. Authentic creativity and concentrated passion is what music is all about. Music allows people to express themselves freely with their feelings and emotions, and that’s why it’s an important part of our lives...

The emotions of joy and cheerfulness can freely release themselves with the power of music.!!!!!!

Furthermore, music has proven to develop the mind, boost self-confidence and build healthy relationships. Music doesn’t just provide a source of entertainment. In fact, it plays a bigger, more important role in our life than just that.

Music Boosts Productivity...Music Makes Learning More Enjoyable. Music Makes the World Go Around..!"

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes.

Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.

Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION to Get Our Entire Collection +
Notices of Any New Mix Posted:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 130+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 131: Necessary Output » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:30:38 +0000

dattrax: HEEEELOOOOOOO Fellow House Luvers!! Welcome!!!!!! Both new and returning, we appreciate all of you around the world!!

Found a ton of old Bassment Jaxx tracks (12+ tracks) in our digital house music collection and decided to make a mix that's harder-edged to match the incredible energy of their brand of house music!!

They were sooooooooooooo ahead of their times for house music!! The rhythms, samples, and arrangements were insane!!

So many memories are attached to every track!! Especially to one of Toronto's legendary house clubs, "Industry" on King St. West because that's about the time their music came out!!!

There are still about 4 Bassment Jaxx tracks that I'll have to record from our vinyl records. That's really time-consuming. LMAO!!

These 7 Bassment Jaxx tracks were included in this mix:
Wish Tonite
Wanna Get Down - Club Vocal Mix - Corrina Joseph
Yo Yo
Rendez Vu
U Took My Love
Breakaway
Red Alert

We really hope that you love this mix!! The energy is high, so don't play this mix if you only want to chill out. LOL!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like or love our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy. Music is a great escape, isn't it?

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support our music addiction, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal Donate email: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (on the dancefloors or even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

---------------
64 Tracks in 2hrs and 50mins!

Wish Tonite - Bassment Jaxx
Wanna Get Down - Club Vocal Mix - Corrina Joseph - Bassment Jaxx
Her Song - Oh Woman - MKL vs Soy Sos feat Delroy and Defiled - Rampa - 2 tracks - Re-Rub
Venus (Sunshine People Remix) - Cheek
Anymore - Phonique Remix - Badmouth
All Over My Face - Terry Lee Brown Jr - Martin Luther King Speech and Birdland AME - 3 tracks - Re-Rub
Reachin' Out - Dave Spoon Mix - The Timewriter
BRANIAK - Original Mix - Scotti Deep
Yo Yo - Bassment Jaxx
Take It Out (Sean Thomas Drumsong Remix) - Saturn Never Sleeps

Late Night (Solomun Remix) - Foals
Green Cash (Original Mix) - Daniel Steinberg
Good To You (Original Mix) - Claptone
Spank (Original Mix) - Johnny Fiasco
Rendez Vu - Bassment Jaxx
Firefly (Original Mix) - John Tejada, Arian Leviste
Isis (feat. The Egyptian Lover) The Egyptian Lover - Hot Natured
Whatever (Original Mix) Vosper - The Fitness
We Are Planets (Oliver Koletzki Remix) - Fran
For You (Solomun Night Version) Michael Mayer, Joe Goddard

Freaky Behaviour - Friction Suspence (Original)
Come on Baby (Original Mix) Erik Bo
Another (Felix Da Housecat's Chicago House 2 House Mix) featuring, Ali Love
Miami Sampler 2010 [The Funk Ensemble - Afrodisco (Dario Dattis Afrodisiac mix)] - Purple Music pres.
Jealousy (Original Mix) - Funky Fat
Right Here - Original Mix Gavin Herlihy, James Barnsley
Sub-Culture - New Order and Beyond - Beneath Usual- 2 tracks - Re-Rub
Epilogue EP (Catwalk Fever) - Shiprinski
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls, Onita Boone, Mousse T *This is a house cover of the 80's chune by the great Chaka Khan
Final Credits (Original Mix) - Midland

Fly Life Xtra (Original Mix) - Basement Jaxx
Live Your Life With Me (Original) Corrina Joseph - Bassment Jaxx
Defiled - Rampa
Behind the Wheel-Depeche Mode and Boss Skank-Zed Bias - 2 tracks - Re-Rub
I'm Lonely (Laura Jones Remix) - Hollis P Monroe
Moment Of My Life (Original Classic Club Mix) - Bobby D'Ambrosio feat. Michelle Weeks
Behind the Clouds (Enoo Napa Afro Mix) - C Minor, Enoo Napa
Gatekeeper (Selegna South Mix) - Feist bootleg by DJ Velotiik
Distant Planet - Fingers, Inc. - 1987
I Like That (Oscar P Rework) - Peter Mac, Oscar P

From The Inside (Konstantin Sibold Remix) - Chasing Kurt
Not You Also (Original Mix) - Henrik Schwarz
On The Highway (Pezzner's Remix) - Brett Johnson, Dave Barker
One Hit Wonder (Original) - Marcial Arts
Midas Touch - Midnight Star (House Bootleg by Starskee)
Slumberjack (Original Mix) - Robot Love
The Creators (Fresh Sol Main Mix) - Fresh Sol Music
Save Me - Darius Vaikas
Stronger (Tiago Fragateiro's Mental Beauty Remix) - DJ Yellow, Kat Boelskov
Someone feat. Kuss (Douglas Greed Remix) - Marian

Need You Tonight-INXS and The Rainfall-Douglas Greed - 2 tracks - Re-Rub
U Took My Love - Bassment Jaxx
Till You Surrender (DJ Fudge Disco Mix) - Prospect Park, DJ Fudge
Breakaway - Bassment Jaxx
Gingembre (Greenbeam & Leon Remix) Dapayk & Padberg - Greenbeam & Leon
Sights (Dennis Ferrer Remix) - London Grammar
Grass Is Greener (Kruse & Nürnberg Remix) - Phonique, Antonia Vai - Kruse & Nürnberg
Ann Arbor - Soulphiction
Invisions (Luke Solomon Body Vocal Mix) - Luca C & Brigante, Roisin Murphy, Luke Solomon
When Doves Cry-Prince and Feeling Good-Andre Lodemann - 2 tracks - Re-Rub

Red Alert - Bassment Jaxx
Mod - Rampa
Missing-Nicola Fasano. ft. Paula B.- Oliver berger RMX
Move by John Rocco - 1987

---------------
Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

Or you can visit our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ and it'll automatically redirect you here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION - You Can Get Our Entire Mix Collection +
Notices for Any New Mix That We Post:

You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password,
then search 'dattrax' and
subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'.
It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 130+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work. It'll list all the mixes from newest to oldest.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Sometimes: We additionally use two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 130: What Really Matters » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 21:49:24 +0000

dattrax: HeLlO FeLlOw HoUsE FiEnDs!! If you're new here or a returning visitor, then a massive, "Welcome and Thank you for Listening"!! We appreciate all of you!

This has got to be my best mixing and with a TON of great finds in Jim and I's digital house music collection. All done in ONE TAKE!!

My favourite two tracks have bookended this mix with the last spots.
[Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa Freerange +
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley Beedle Batty Bass]

There was a vocal dub that was sooooooo good, that I played it twice!!
[Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli Ocha Mzansi] I think that I've only done this maybe three times max.

About these great finds: I've taken the past 6-8months going through our almost 8,000 digital tracks from 2008 to 2017 in cracks of time. Most of these finds, I don't even remember listening to them. If it's new to you and me, then it's new. That's the beauty of house music. Excited to go through 2018-2022 to find more gems that I've never added to any continuous mixes.

I was really really feeling it this evening on Apr2, 2022. From life's pain, trauma, and struggles come the expression of those emotions in a truly timeless mix.

I really hope that you get an opportunity to take this 2hr journey in one session. Please let us know how this mix made you feel.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

50 Tracks in 2hrs and 16mins!

Sweet Love (feat. Jenniffer Kae) (Lexer Remix) Lissat & Voltaxx Milk & Sugar
When U Go (MoBlack Remix) Girls Of The Internet, MoBlack Classic Music Company
Always There (Dave K AYA Remix) Soul Minority, Nathalie Claude Open Bar Music
Lay Down Kalyma Connected Frontline
Reunion (Ame Remix) The XX Young Turks
Honky Tonk (Rampa Remix) Ost, Kjex, Rampa Diynamic Music
Take The Fall (Manuel Tur Remix) Paskal, Urban Absolutes, Pete Josef Sonar Kollektiv
You're My Music (Original Mix) DJ FreeTz, Bongiwe Freetone Entertainment
Fabels (Og House Ix) Josh One Feat Lili De La Mora Dufflebag Recordings
Stay The Same - Siriusmo & Jan Driver Remix The Shoes Southern Fried Records

Tough Love (M A N I K Summer Skeleton Mix) Sailor & I Black Butter Records
Fade Out Lines (Original Mix) The Avener 96 Musique
How Does It Feel (Beatamines Remix) David Keno, Nico Stojan Play My Track Recordings
Brought To Bare (Deetron Remix) Jimpster, Jonatan Bäckelie Freerange
Changing Ways Ugly Drums Fifty Fathoms Deep
End Of Me Remixes (End Of Me (Wally Callerio Got Dayum Remix)) Julie Walehwa Dufflebag Recordings
Citrus District (Og House Mix) Myka 9 Dufflebag Recordings
Fist Fight Uffe Tartelet Recordings
Walk Away (Original Mix) Mickey Exploited
Is This Something (Original) Coat Of Arms Futureboogie Recordings

City Lights Feat. Bip (Original Mix) HNQO Hot Waves
Sunshine Feat. Matthias Wittmann (Original Mix) Just Emma, Matthias Wittmann KATERMUKKE
Uncle Sam (Original Mix) Jet Vega Records
Radio Days Rufus T We Make Names
Paris Jamaica (Bruno Be Remix) Kidcult, Bruno Be Clubstar
Much Better (Haze-M Remix) Saccao, Rafael Cerato StayFly records
Dirty Leslie feat. Wolf + Lamb (Obas Nenor Remix) Soul Clap Crew Love Records
It's You That Drives Me Wild (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Kim Ann Foxman, Maya Jane Coles The Vinyl Factory
You Got Me Looking Moose & Squirrel Subcommittee Recordings
Addicted (Rampa Remix) Raw District, Aquarius Heaven, Rampa Crosstown Rebels

Say My Name Rampa, Re.You Play My Track Recordings
Still Young (Original Mix) Niconé, Abby Katermukke
Every Little Piece (Hot Since 82 Remix) Thomas Schumacher, Caitlin Devlin, Hot Since 82 Re:vibe Audio
What Valentina Black, Damarii Recovery Tech
Things I Do To You (Original) Wally Callerio, Jorge Watts Dufflebag Recordings
Deep Down (Main Mix) Tony Barbato Ospina Digital
See Your Uffe Get Physical
The Quest Sidney Charles Voltaire Music
Love Traps (Original) Wally Callerio, JT Donaldson Dufflebag Recordings
Silence Has Come Toto Chiavetta Innervisions

L.D.O.E. feat. Valentine Aaaron, Deckert Connected Frontline
Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli Ocha Mzansi
Senses (dubspeeka remix) Audiojack, Dubspeeka Gruuv
Lovin Me (Situation Rework) BRS, Situation Situationism
Set Me Free (Original Mix) Black Motion, Xoli Ocha Mzansi
Time (Black Motion Remix) DJ Qness, Malehloka, Black Motion Ocha Mzansi
What Ya Gonna Do (Original Mix) Circle Of Funk, Taliwa Slapped Up Soul
Closest (Harley & Muscle Caio Deep Remix) Chouco, Sir Pryce, Harley, Muscle Clubstar
Tale From the Dirt feat. Aquarius Heaven (Rampa Remix) Hyenah, Rampa Freerange
Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix) Mama, Ashley Beedle Batty Bass

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 130+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes, also used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 130: Stronger with Time » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 02:46:18 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Friends!! Welcome our new and returning friends!

We hope you enjoy this 3hrs and 5mins mix. Let us know how it makes you feel. We want to blend house music that you can feel in your gut. Goosebumps and ear-to-ear grins. That's how we like it.

We've got a 3rd mix coming your way. Yes, we've been busy. More pain and struggles make for more opportunities to escape into our house music tunnel/bubble. LMAO!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Sorry, no playlist for this one. My 2nd attempt to finish this mix and forgot to export the playlist from Traxtor. Sad Face.

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 130+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 129: Longing for Change » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 02:10:41 +0000

dattrax: HiYa FeLlOw HoUsE fReAkS!! Welcome and thank you for stopping by for a listen or download. Ready for a three-hour journey? This is a beaut!!

I make the mixes, but Jim and I DJ together live. He's my best friend, DJ partner, past business partner and both loved house music since we were in our teens. Still love it today!!

I've been into house since I was 15yrs old (started buying vinyl records at 19) and approaching 48 this month (That's 33yrs!! and 29yrs as a DJ). I love house music. I love finding good house music from the sea of variety of Beatport and Traxsource. Love mixing house tracks. Love the art of it. Love the tactile feel of mixing. Love the physical transfer of energy into a session, both negative and positive pent-up emotions.

I love listening to other DJ's versions of house and their expression of their emotions through their execution. Love dancing to house and experiencing the massive differences in live DJ performances, live streams, and mixed sessions.

I love the variety and massive production with anyone that has an idea for a track. I love that if you haven't heard a track before and liked it, it doesn't matter how old it is, who made it, or where it was produced. It's just something that you identify with. Connect with. It moves you. It makes you feel great. You smile. You move. You dance. You escape from your life. It's both renewing and refreshing.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

60 Tracks in 3hrs and 7mins!

BlackOut Dj Beekay, Lyrik Shoxen
Balldate Douglas Greed
Wastelands (Original Mix) Bedouin
Home feat. Daniel Wilde - Original Mix Tiefschwarz
Breathless (Original Mix) KANT
Burning Boats - Masomenos Remix Pupkulies, Rebecca
Letting You Go feat. Siri Svegler - Afrilounge Remix Shahrokh Sound Of K
Leave Me (Dubfire Playa Remix) Hot Since 82, Habischman, Dubfire
Fresh Start (Derrick Carter's Re-Dub Dub) Terra Deva
Ballad - Andre Lodemann Remix Angela K.

Come Around (Dub) Chuck Love
Who Loves The Sun - Original Mix Nu, Jo Ke
Soul Mantis Laesh
Like Feathers [Radio Edit] (Radio Edit) Douglas Greed, Kuss
Cherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah Monea
The Rainfall Douglas Greed
Caiti - Original Mix Elektrochemie
Reading Books (Original Mix) Madmotormiquel
La Luna dj Velotiik (Ron Sebastian)
Photographic Life The Timewriter

Wiggle Room Chuck Love
Get Yourself - Original Mix Elektrochemie
Hush Hush Ost, Kjex, Martin Stimming
Ferdinand Stephan Bodzin vs. Marc Romboy
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem
Morgenblaue (Original) Zusammenklang
change ur mind - dj velotiik
Stand up right Lee Burridge, Lost Desert
1999 (Original Mix) Vaudafunk
Cosmic Jazz A.D., Kenny Glasgow

Oh Yeah - Booka Shade Remix Yello
Insided - Pete Gooding Remix Nomi & Rampa
Singing In The Bathtub - Original Mix Sezer Uysal, Evren Ulusoy
The Rain (Version 2) Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks
Shiver (Mollono.Bass Remix) Douglas Greed, Delhia De France, Mollono.Bass
Boss Skank Zed Bias
I Don't Know (Charles Webster Remix) Michael Ashe, Charles Webster
It's Over Now (Original Mix) Matthew Dear
Aftermath - Original Mix Nightmares On Wax
In White Rooms - Elektrochemie Remix Booka Shade

Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen
Holy Melancholy (Tribes) Shiprinski
Mosambiquetravellplan Ost & Kjex
Razor Sharp (Original Mix) Fernando Campo
Bye Bye Les Fraises feat. Sashe (Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner Remix) Sucre Sale
No. 19 (Original Mix) Elektrochemie
Ticket to Ride (Freaky Behaviour Remix) Tourist
Cardiology - Original Mix Recloose
Look Behind You Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks
Remember (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Hilton Caswell, Jem Cooke

Eclaire Ma Vie (Original Mix) Raffa Scoccia
Owe Me (Nicolas Jaar Mix) No Regular Play
Dirty Dancing - Original Mix Manuel Sahagun
Quentin Harris - EP-5
Warm & Dry - Original Mix Greenskeepers
Holy Melancholy (Holy Melancholy) Shiprinski
So Long (Solomun Remix) Made By Pete, Jem Cooke, Solomun
Soma Dahu, Soul Button
Holy Melancholy (Flowing Shapes) Shiprinski
Wunder Y (Dino & Terry Remix) Ron Allen, Chach, Dino & Terry ITH

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 29yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 128: Freedom from Concern » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 19:08:15 +0000

dattrax: hElLo fElLoW hOuSe HeAdS from around the world! So excited for you to enjoy this mix. I hope that it puts a massive smile on your face.

Did you have a good week so far? Are you struggling with challenges? Embarrassed about them?

Ask your close network for help. Everything is available on Google Search and YouTube search to find solutions to your problems. Or, if you're not ready for that, the greatest escape for anything that makes you happy and gives you an escape for a few hours and mental rest from worry.

I know that it's been tough lately. Hang in there. Focus your energy to positively and optimistically move forward. You're sad and feeling bad, it's okay to feel what you feel. You need the time to process, introspect, think about what part you had in your misfortune. Then decide to go fix your problems. You may have to think or take actions that are not natural to you. Time to reinvent yourself. You can do it!

Don't worry about things that you can't control, because that's a TON of things and you don't want to needlessly burden yourself. Focus on what you can do to change your situation. It's not what happens to us that's important, it's how we react to it.

In the cracks of time the last few months, I've been going through about 2,500 tracks in about 3-4 seconds each. You either feel it or you don't. The track either moves you or it doesn't.

[Usually, that volume is done within a month, but I had to deal with tons of negative life crap in Feb].

Then after I'm done going through all my fav DJ chart lists, house producers, singers, record labels, etc + the top 100 downloads in these categories: house, deep house, afro house, nu-disco, tech house, minimal house, jackin' house, progressive house, electronica, and classic house.

By then I usually have about 130-150 tracks. Then I go through that digital crate on different days and the ones that don't move me anymore get removed.

I bought 27 tracks in this batch and listened to them for an entire week. Some of my favs can each get up to 20plays each, so I really get to know each track and enjoy them. [Only 25 of the 27 made it into this mix].

Then before the mix, I put them in folders like this so I'm not all over the place, yet have the freedom to bounce around. It's structured, but it's not too restrictive. This keeps it always FUN. If it's not fun, then why do it at all:
Vocal - Mellow |
Vocal - Medium |
Vocal - Hype |

Dubby - Mellow |
Dubby - Medium |
Dubby - Hype |

Instrumental - Mellow |
Instrumental - Medium |
Instrumental - Hype |

Covers/Remixes |

Classic House Vocals |
Classic House Dubby |
Classic House Instruments |

***"Dubby" are those tracks that have only repetitive vocal snippets or stabs, not a full vocal throughout the track.

This took one attempt. I usually have to do 3-12 attempts before I get a mix that I love throughout because of all the mistakes.

The biggest mistake was when I was mixing in a vocal track and mixing out the previous vocal. The vocal in the track coming in came in a long faster than I expected. Mixed vocals are terrible.

I SHOULD'VE CHECKED in my monitor headphones. I always check in the headphones before I apply effects, delay, or flange because if I don't check, it'll sound like shet with most tracks.

With the different delay effects, I like applying it between a mix as a new track is coming out or being mixed out and not on the single track playing like most DJs. It's more exciting through a mix.

This batch had sooooo many amazing vocal house tracks!!!!! Their underlying instrumentals are wicked!!
Love tracks that the music is so strong that if you stripped away the vocals, then you'd still have a killer house track.

I usually mix classic house tracks made from 1985-2000 into my sets but this time, just wanted all the new tracks. Even replayed a fav new vocal at the end of the new stuff. LMAO!!

This one » "Let It Go" (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive. It's better than the Disney Frozen version ; )

"Classic house" is an extremely amusing category because it depends on which period of house music do you consider to be 'classic'?

It depends on which were the formative years where you were getting involved with house music + the DJs that you listened to on multiple mediums and danced to live. What were their styles?

I couldn't help myself though by keeping it purely the new tracks. I had to go into a 6 track classic house excursion. LMAO!!!!

Made about 5 mistakes on this mix, but the groove that was built was really really amazing, the rest of the mixing was tight and these tracks... WOWZERS!! They were begging me to mix them!!!

Enjoy and let us know if you like this mix and which parts you loved the most.

---------------
Image Explanation: This was a tiny but cool place called Nasa. It was located at 609 Queen West, circa 2005 in Downtown Toronto. It was owned by a famous Classic House DJ and part-owner of the famous Industry Niteclub, Matt C., and his best friend, Ben. They're still best friends today and in their own successful real estate business. Love stories of lifelong friendships.

It was 17yrs ago, so I was 30, and my best friend and live DJ partner, Jim was 31. In the pic, we're spinning vinyl records at that time and had a blast the bunch of times we had the privilege to throw down there.

So many cool friends and wonderful people we've had the pleasure to meet over the years. So many beautiful souls in this city that we love, Toronto. At that time, I was also managing a 24hr hotspot just south of Yonge & Bloor called 7West Cafe. We served about 600-800 people per night. It was so much fun!! Filled with amazing customers and staff + a ton of extreme levels of stress most nights. LMAO!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

35 Tracks in 2hrs and 5mins!

Moment Damian Lazarus Crosstown Rebels
BlackOut Dj Beekay, Lyrik Shoxen MoBlack Records
Wastelands (Original Mix) Bedouin Crosstown Rebels
Diving Bell Lee Burridge All Day I Dream
Do Better (Carlos Francisco Remix) Dr Feel, Zhane, Carlos Francisco Arawakan
Tangled Web (Acid Pauli Remix) Damian Lazarus, The Ancient Moons, Acid Pauli Crosstown Rebels
Nipia (Luciano Remix) Nicolas Duvoisin, Luciano Fantastic Friends Recordings
Love Me Right (Oscar P Rework) J.A.E, Oscar P Open Bar Music
Lost In Your Eyes Andre Lodemann Best Works Records
Solo (Enoo Napa Remix) Luka, Sio, Enoo Napa The Bliss Beyond

Cosmic Jazz A.D., Kenny Glasgow Motto Sono
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem Pandora Drive
As Above so Below &Me Pampa Records
I Want To Thank You (Laroye Remix) Reel People, Mica Paris, Laroye Reel People Music
I Like That (Oscar P Rework) Peter Mac, Oscar P Open Bar Music
Hot Mess Kenny Glasgow Turbo Recordings
Lovers (Andre Lodemann Remix) Alex Niggemann, John Rydell, Andre Lodemann Poker Flat
Starting Again &ME, Atelier Keinemusik
Once A Dub BTWN SPKRS Ocha Records
Cherish The Day (Original Mix) PolyRhythm, Sheleah Monea Open Bar Music

I Don't Know (Charles Webster Remix) Michael Ashe, Charles Webster Deeper Shades Recordings
All I Need To Get High Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons, Damian Lazarus Crosstown Rebels
I Mingle (Luciano Remix) Mosey, Luciano Unity Rec
Connected (Original Mix) Nawfel, Tumelo Ocha Records
When You're Back (Extended Mix) Paso Doble, Fabio Aurea, Coco GĒNĒTIC
Something Sweet (Full Version) Lyndrish Chymamusiq Records
Creep (Tale Of Us & Vaal Remix) Michael Gracioppo, Wayne Tennant Innervisions
Grass Is Greener (Kruse & Nürnberg Remix) Phonique, Antonia Vai, Kruse & Nürnberg Recovery Tech
Let It Go (Maxxi Soundsystem Remix) Pandora Drive, Maxxi Soundsystem Pandora Drive
It's Over Now (ET Edit) - 320 MP3 not AIFF

Reachin (Original Brotherhood Mix) Phase II 4 To The Floor Records
Moments (Original) David Harness & Chris Lum Harlum Muziq
Some Lovin Liberty City Murk (Defected)
Some Lovin - Tenaglia dub - Murk/Liberty City *Recorded from vinyl record
Everybody Loves the Sunshine - Full Intention *Recorded from vinyl record

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 28yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl record

Episode 127: bEaT dRiVen » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 04:03:39 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow hOuSe FiEnDs!! Welcome new and returning house fanatics!!
With this mix, I wanted to make it a bit more banging. Aggressive and more funky house tracks. Still layered with sweet vocals, but probably fun for you during a workout. Definitely not like our usual mellow mixes.

How is 2022 starting out for you? I can't believe it's March already. The worse of our frozen north weather should be done in Toronto, Ontario, Canada!

It looks like our government is going to relax a bit with all the virus restrictions stuff. They've decided to eliminate the dreaded vaccine passports, so that's great. People who chose to get vaxxed or not can go to restaurants, bars, lounges, clubs, etc without the vaccine passport IDS. No more separating and making people feel outcast or lesser. Hopefully, they do away with the masks soon too. [The CDC came out with a report over a month ago showing that masks aren't effective and if we're not wearing the top grade masks, then our cloth ones with cute and fancy designs aren't going to protect us].

Didn't want to rant about that, so I'm sorry. This virus thing has stolen from all of us the past two years and I'm so happy to see that this might finally end, well the worst of it. It'll just be a regular thing from now on.

We hope that things are getting back to the new normal in your corner of the earth. So much craziness in the world. Just worry about you! Turn off the news, don't even read the headlines! Get rid of people in your life that are negative and drain you of your energy. You know who they are.

You're the #1 priority. Keep safe, be happy, be healthy and work hard for your dreams!! If you get yourself healthy and be the best that you can be, then people around you and those you interact with whom you will naturally benefit from your goodness.

Escape with us with this two-hour mixed with love. All the best to you and your loved ones!!!!!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about, walking your doggies, working out, driving, whatever you're doing) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

40 tracks in 2hrs and 8 mins

3642137_Spectrum_Maya Jane Coles Remix Unknown artist
Vaca Compana - Original Mix Danny T DubNoir Music
Art moderne - EP (Joris Delacroix (feat. William Besson) - Art moderne) Joris Delacroix Timid Records
Lie to you Davies
Susan Cries (Silver Ivanov Remix) Bang Bang, Silver Ivanov Oh So Coy Recordings
Glob - Kenny Larkin Remix Kenny Larkin Planet E Communications
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive Trashmouth Records
Right Here - Original Mix Gavin Herlihy, James Barnsley Get Physical Music
Daylight - Morgan Page Remix Sunny Levine Quango
Pattern Recognition - DJ Swank Remix Justin Harris Paranoid Records

Addiction - Original Mix Prompt Highgrade Records (Germany)
Sweet Lullaby (Justin C Justin Xara remix) Deep Forest
Women Beat Their Men (Cevin's Peak Hour Dub) Submission Defected
Needy Girl (Zdar Dub) Chromeo Turbo Recordings
Venus (Sunshine People Remix) Cheek Versatile Records
Si Ã Spento Il Sole (Club Mix) Riva Starr, Vinicio Capossela Snatch! Records
bt_remembermoodiiswingdubmix_nrkmusic
About Us - Derrick Carter's b.h.q Voca Colette OM Records
Everything Goes My Way (Ewan Pearson Dub) Metronomy Because Music
Emptiness (Hyenah's Raw Beat Remix) Andre Lodemann, Hyenah Best Works Records

Afro Blue (Ancient Deep Remix) Sailor Jane, Ancient Deep Ocha Records
Turning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records
Telefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
The Cockpit (Remixes) (Paul Woolford Remix) Chelonis R. Jones Systematic
You're My Kind - Original Mix Elektrochemie Get Physical Music
Five Moons feat Chela (Original Mix) Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons, Damian Lazarus Crosstown Rebels
Wheres My Dub (Original) Habersham
Conduction (DJ T. Edit) Johnny Fiasco Get Physical
The Heat Feat. Liz Cass (Original Mix) John Monkman

Bonbons And Black Tea Concolor Sound Architecture Records
Where Were You When The Lights Went Out? - Original Mix Freaks MFF
everything she wants.wham.dattrax rerub
Jafar (Original Mix) Elfenberg Visceral
Hi-Fi (Multiply Freaks Voodoo Guitar Dub) Wizards of Ooze Classic Music Company
Bwana (Original Mix) Alex Niggemann Crosstown Rebels
Ride the Rhythm (Mixed by Ron Hardy) [Remastered] [with Marshall Jefferson] (Original Mix) Marshall Jefferson, On The House Harmless Records
Kids Play (Stimming Remix) Ian Pooley Plant Music
Morning Bird
Feed (Original Mix) Astrid Suryanto, Stelios Vassiloudis Bedrock Records

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 28yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 127: Focused Hurt » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 06:11:23 +0000

dattrax: HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOO Fellow House Lovers from around the world!! House music is such a connecting force huh? Been working on 4 mixes in the last few months and this one actually only took 1 attempt.

I really hope that you enjoy it and makes you smile. It's quite a journey... 3hrs long. I loved making it. Been through a ton of struggles lately and mixing loud house music relaxes me. It allows me to express my negative energies into a mix while hoping that choosing tracks that make me happy can mix with that energy. The result I hope is something beautiful and not thrown away. I mean that you can listen more than once and still enjoy it and hey, who knows? Maybe hear or appreciate another part of it.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (This is for us regular folks: even in your homes or while walking about, walking doggies, working out, etc.) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

70 Tracks in 3hrs and 18mins

Heaven (Nicolas Jaar Remix) Kasper Bjorke
Interloper (Original Mix) Bob Moses
Swayzak With Kirsty Hawkshaw - State of Grace Nova Tunes
Love Is A Condition Ft Cari Golden (Original Mix) Alex Flatner, Cari Golden, MSMS
Meet You (Thomas Lizzara Remix) David K
Columbine Sept Heures (Uner Remix) Riva Starr, Rssll
Lost In the Fold (Original Mix) Navid Izadi
Reverse Skydiving feat. Anabel Englund (Original Mix) Hot Natured
Where (Original Mix) Severin Borer
It's You (DJ T.'s 2012 Edit) E.S.P

Lovers feat. John Rydell (Andre Lodemann Remix) Alex Niggemann
Show Me How feat. Natalie Conway (Original Mix) Finnebassen
SOTOM (Sandy's Version) Sandy Rivera, Noir
Share My Rhythm (Original Version) Lopazz
The Remedy Dirtytwo
She's like the Wind (Selegna tribute mix) Patrick Swayze
Reunion (Ame Remix) The XX
Window Shopping (Original Mix) Stimming
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen

At The Club (Claude Monnet Beats) Timmy Regisford
Tony Trader (Original Mix) Kotelett, Zadak
Noel Nanton - An Inspirational Journey
Electricity Feat. Anabel Englund (Original Mix) MK, Lee Foss, Anabel Englund
Charly (Original Mix) Animal Trainer
Indie (Original Mix) Ost & Kjex
Silver Shadow (Selegna re-edit) Atlantic Starr
Message In A Bottle (Jason B Rmx) The Police
Tribal Movement Da Kastro
I Miss The Things (Mindtech Remix) - Lars Behrenroth & Sinan Baymak

I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion
Work It to the Bone (DJ T. Edit) lnr
Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani Sithole
Try It Again Pezzner feat. Gryffyn
You're Not Real Moosefly, Iain Howie
Creep (Tale Of Us & Vaal Remix) Michael Gracioppo, Wayne Tennant
Piano in The Dark Nick Curly
Really Love Ya SIOPIS
Donnie (Donnie) The It
Soul Filtration (Citizen Deep Remix) Reel Skaps, Dredah

Me Think Me Love You (Alternative Vocal Mix) DJ Pope, Rufus Roundtree
Liberate My Madness Sable Sheep
Toni (Original Mix) HVOB
Trigger Me Out (feat. Léah Lazonick) (Black Light Smoke Remix) Glory Club, Léah Lazonick
Deeper Space (Mr. V Sublevel Mix) Dj Able, Tribal Audio, Aroop Roy
Smoke Signals (SIOPIS Remix) Siopis, Kiki
Here Comes The Rain (Original Mix) Andrey Exx, Diva Vocal, Troitski
Manduka (Riva Starr Cut) DJ Sneak, Riva Starr
Follow Me (Original Mix) John Monkman feat. Liz Cass
Closer Kate Simko, Jem Cooke

I Don't Know Michael Ashe
Always There (Dave K AYA Remix) Soul Minority, Nathalie Claude
I Am Not Perfect (M60 Dub ) Trigo
For The Time Being (Burnski Remix) Phonique, Erlend Øye
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods
Kenny's Anthem (Original Mix) The Junk Hunters
Going On (Original Mix) Alkalino
Try To Be (Catz 'N Dogz Club Edit) Blue Hawaii
Your Love Will Set You Free (C2's Set U Free Remix) Caribou
Run Slowly (Andre Lodemann Remix) Chopstick, Johnjon

Hall Of Mirrors (feat. Nathaniel Pearn) (Original Mix) Robinn
Shining (Nico Stojan's Love Remix) Dilby
Believe (Martin Solveig Vocal Dub) Soldiers Of Twilight
A Night With a DJ (Original) Holly *Last Night a DJ Saved My Life cover
SO HIGH (Single) Mario Dubbz *Toni Braxton house music cover/bootleg
Midas Touch - Midnight Star (House Bootleg by Starskee)
Feel the Drums (DJ T. Edit) M1
The Voyage (Hayden Andre Deep Mix) Subculture
Let Me Show You Love (Gavin Herlihy & Laura Jones Remix) Romanthony
Gatekeeper (Selegna south mix) Feist bootleg- DJ Velotiik

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 28yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 126: Emotional Bruising » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 03:27:48 +0000

dattrax: Helloooo my fellow House Fanatics!! If you're not, then we'll change your mind. Beautiful vocals laced blended with funky house grooves. This is the fastest between mixes because I had about 4 going and switching when getting bored trying to get a version that has the right feel/intent/groove and didn't have a million train wrecks. LMAO!

Special shoutout to Ron Sabastion and Noel Nanton for sending me digital copies of Ron's, "Change Ur Mind" and Noel's "Your Love". Beautiful Toronto House Music!!

We hope that you're doing well. That you're thriving! That you are living your life to the fullest! If not, then you're reassessing your failures and learning from them. Readjusting or completely reinventing yourself. Congrats to you on your journey to what fuels your being, your soul!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
If you'd like to Donate or Support, then any amount of support would be appreciated. This is our PayPal donate email: dattrax@gmail.com
This is an insane addiction to house music. LMAO!!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

52 Tracks in 2hrs and 40mins!!

Sitting in the Sun (Derrick Carter's Winter Crazy Dub Reprise) Dialect Distance Records
Don't Look Back - Telepopmusik - John Tejada Remix
Corporate Butcher (Rampa & Re.you Remix) Tiefschwarz, Rampa, Re.you Watergate Records
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett Quantize Recordings
The Cure & The Cause (Dennis Ferrer Remix) Fish Go Deep, Tracey K Bargrooves
Viva La Vida (Jason B Dub) Coldplay
Trust In Your Love feat. Ane Brun - Charles Webster Club Mix Bliss Music For Dreams
Stay The Same - Siriusmo & Jan Driver Remix The Shoes Southern Fried Records
Summertime, Summertime (DJ Sir Charles Dixon & Derrick Ricky Nelson AfroHut Mix) Nocera, DJ Sir Charles Dixon, Derrick Ricky Nelson HouseWerQ Recordings
Slippery Track (Original) Mood II Swing, John Ciafone Groove On

Promised Land (Original Mix) Joe Smooth Harmless Records
Back In The Day feat. Amber Jolene (Original Mix) Mowgli, Amber Jolene
Letter - Original Mix Marek Hemmann, Marian, Fabian Reichelt
Go On Then feat. Jem Cooke (Original Mix) Kate Simko, Jem Cooke
BOYS BOYS (Original Mix) Madmotormiquel, Sebo
Hold Back Love feat. Lex Empress (Neighbour & Elan B Remix) Kraak & Smaak, Lex Empress Jalapeno Records
Echoes - Solomun Remix Oliver Koletzki, Fran Stil Vor Talent
Damage feat. Tracey Thorn - M.A.N.D.Y. Remix Tiefschwarz Fine Records
Foreign language vocal.unknown- From a Lee Kalt mix
Missing-Nicola Fasano ft. Paula B.- Oliver Berger Remix

Get Together (Jovonn's BND Remix) Jovonn Body'N Deep
Fresh Start (Derrick Carter's Re-Dub Dub) Terra Deva NRK
The ghetto Bob Sinclar Yellow Productions
Noel Nanton - Your Love
Disco 2000 Selector Bob Sinclar Yellow Productions
Believe In Me (Jason B Rmx) Lenny Kravitz
Tried So Hard (Special Vocal Mix) Bobby Pruit ITH
Change Ur Mind - DJ Velotiik
Bye Bye Les Fraises feat. Sashe (Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner Remix) Sucre Sale Supdub Records
Tessio (Stimming Remix) Luomo Global Underground

Alice Feat Julia Govor_Original Mix
Alice feat. Peter B. Andreasen (Original Mix) Pete Oak Sleazy Deep
Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim DiverseCity Music
You, That I'm With featuring Ian James Whitelaw Phonique Dessous
The Offering (Main Mix) N'dinga Gaba feat.mOsno Peng Africa
Man On the Moon (Bonus Track) [Miguel Campbell Remix] Klangkuenstler feat. Alice Phoebe Lou, Klangkuenstler, Alice Phoebe Lou Sunday Best
I Was Made for Loving You (Extended Version) Nancy Whang, Drop Out Orchestra Gomma
No. 19 (Original Mix) Elektrochemie Get Physical Music
Hangin' Out The Junk Hunters
Nothing Can Come Between Us - Sade house bootleg*recorded from vinyl record

Send Your Love- Sting- Quentin Harris Remix
Emptiness (Hyenah's Raw Beat Remix) Andre Lodemann, Hyenah Best Works Records
Forward Motion feat. Ali Love - Original Mix Jamie Jones, Hot Natured, Lee Foss
Everyday (Original Mix) Adana Twins Exploited
Frayed Of The Light feat. Amber Jolene (Original Mix) X-Press 2, Timo Garcia, Amber Jolene
Such Great Heights - Postal Service - John Tejada Remix
La Conversacion (Instrumental Mix) Shiprinski Deepology Digital
Someone Like You - Adele - dattrax re-rub (added an instrumental)
Hate/Love (Hate/Love (Original Mix)) Guy Gerber [feat. Dawn] Supplement Facts Records
The Word Is Love (Silks Orginal Anthem Mix) Sharon Pass, Steve Silk Hurley S&S Records

Breathless (Original Mix) KANT Katermukke
Move by John Rocco - Released in 1987!! *Recorded from vinyl record
---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 28yrs of our lives in the cracks of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are: two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 125: Uncommon Sense » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 17:17:45 +0000

dattrax: Hiya Fellow House Fiends around the world!! Welcome new listeners and to those returning! We're extremely thankful for all of you!!

As always we hope that you've been well in your life full of personal triumphs and defeats. Life is full of struggles with some that are unavoidable. We can't change what happens to us sometimes, but we can choose to view each situation with objectivity, and react graciously and move forward optimistically. Perhaps it's time to reinvent ourselves, make a contrarian choice, go down a different path, or attempt a new endeavour.

House music can help you escape and take you to your happy place. We're here to hopefully put a massive smile on your face. This mix took six attempts to finally get the right feel for the next two hours and thirty-seven minutes. Been working on about four separate mixes, each taking multiple attempts. We hope that you enjoy this one, soak it in as you live your life.

Here are some of my favourite fortune cookies from the Asian Underground. *My DJ partner when we spin live is Jim and he's Cypriot/Greek, but since I'm making the mixes, writing these show notes and our quotes that help me ; )

These quotes have helped me when things happen that rock my world and I feel like someone is physically kicking my teeth in. I hope that it can bring you some comfort and inspire you to climb out of your dark place as well.

“Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.”
― Napoleon Hill

"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." — Winston S. Churchill

“Stay away from those people who try to disparage your ambitions. Small minds will always do that, but great minds will give you a feeling that you can become great too.” — Mark Twain

“When you give joy to other people, you get more joy in return. You should give a good thought to happiness that you can give out.”— Eleanor Roosevelt

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with your family and friends who could use a dose of musical candy.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to help support this DJ mix site.

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you!

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

49 Tracks in 2hrs and 37 mins!!
Something Special (Original Mix) Miguel Campbell Hot Creations
Sabelo Lionayve, Newmanhere Celsius Degree Records
Tears- Robert Owens
The Story Continues - Li'l Louis
Brotha (Dj Spen & Karizma Remix) - featuring Angie Stone
Smalltown Boy (Dan Grassler Edit) Bronski Beat
Adele - Lovesong (Gruvhunter & Chris IDH remix)
Gratitude (Pablo Fierro Remix) Marie Joly, Black Coffee, Rebecca Murray, Pablo Fierro Offering Recordings
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights Renaissance C:\dattrax-

Cover Me (Dixon Remix) Depeche Mode, Dixon Untergrundbahn Records
Vexed (Original Mix) - Elektrochemie
Club Lonely - Li'l Louis *No Intro
You Used To Hold Me (Johnick Edit) Ralphi Rosario Henry Street Music
Can't Stop The House (Vocal Mix) Thompson & Lenoir House Jam
Rock to the Beat - We Papa Girls - Juan Atkins - DJ Pierre
Walk A Mile In My Shoes feat. Robert Owens (Henrik Schwarz Remix)
Let Me Love You (Original Mix) DJ Rasoul Large Music
Garden AME Keinemusik
Life Goes On Arnold Jarvis MAW (Masters At Work)

Love & Happiness (Yemaya Y Ochun) (Michel Cleis 'Floreo' Remix)
Lovelee Dae (20 20 Vision Remix) Blaze Playhouse
Deep Inside - MAW (Masters At Work) - Special Little Louie Vega edit from mix cd, Ministry of Sound
Beyond the Clouds (Remastered) Mr. Fingers Harmless Records
Trouble is a Friend (Eli Escobar Mix) Lenka
So Glad Fingers, Inc.
Never Forget (When You Touch Me) [feat. Lynae] (Kaytronik Groove Da Dub) Hardrive: 2000, Lynae Strictly Rhythm Records
Living In Ecstasy (The Groove Mix) Fonda Rae, The Groove
Hey Hey (Mousse T.'s House Masters Re-Rub) Dennis Ferrer, Mousse T. Defected
Hey Hey - DF's Attention Vocal Mix Dennis Ferrer Objektivity

Something Wrong - Original Mix Kerri Chandler, Johhny Mcdougald
Heart Of Africa - Sax Apella Martin Solveig Mixture
Everybody Be Somebody Featuring Yavahn (Sharam Jey & Kolombo Remix) Ruffneck
Rolling In The Deep (Kaje Trackheadz Mashup) Adele
Rolling In The Deep (Jason B Rmx) John Legend (Adele Cover)
Lady Harlem (Agent X Stricly Beatdown Instrumental) Galaxy Group Loveslap Recordings
Secret Soul - Jason Serber's SADE Bootleg
Big Fun - The Classic Magic Juan Mix Remake Inner City
Dextrous (Original Mix) Nightmares On Wax Warp Records
I'll House You - Original Mix Flipside, M1 MAR186

Miss You - Rolling Stones cover & house bootleg
Play With The Voice Feat. Csilla (MAW In Your Face Mix) Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work Nervous
Feel What You Want feat. Rebecca (feat. Rebecca) Phonique Dessous
Something I'm Going Through (Extended Mix) DJ Rae, David Morales Tinted Records
Music Take Me Up Fingers, Inc.
Music Sounds Better with You - Stardust (*Daft Punk)
The Sound Of Violence - Cassius Reggae Rock Dub Cassius Cassius Records
Fly Life Xtra (Original Mix) Basement Jaxx Atlantic Jaxx
Live Your Life With Me - Narcotic Vocal Mix Corrina Joseph Atlantic Jaxx

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with an email and password, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

BOOM!! With the app on your cell, you'll have access to 125+ mixes, the last 28yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.
Sometimes additionally used are: two Stanton 150 direct drive turntables with Traxtor's control vinyl records.

Episode 124: hOuSe MuSiC iS tHe aNsWeR » StRiCtlY HoUse mUsIc

dattrax — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 18:19:53 +0000

dattrax: Hello from Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Fellow House Fiends Everywhere!!
This virus lockdown BS madness has not ended after almost two years. Of course not! When power and money are involved, well, you know how this story ends. Always follow the money and that's what the story really is about because it's not about public health and safety. Yours or mine.

Enough of my rant. It is what it is. This is our new reality. Geez.

Jabbed or not, let's not judge or treat each other badly, we all have our reasons for choosing either. Let's respect that as we're all different, with different lives, concerns, kids or no kids, constraints, jobs, temperaments, desired outcomes, etc.

We (Jim and I have been best friends & DJ partners when we spin live for over 30yrs!!) hope that you're doing what you can to make sure that you're doing well. "Your happiness is paramount". As the great comedian and philosopher, Patrice O'Neal has preached many times in his life. RIP.

If you are not well, then it'll affect those around you that need you. It trickles down from you to your family and friends, your co-workers, your company, the communities that you belong to, online and offline.

One day at a time. One problem at a time. Just do what you can handle and control and don't worry about the rest. It's the worrying that slowly kills us.

We hope that Danny Tenaglia doesn't get mad that his famous, "Music is the Answer" classic house anthem's name has been taken, tweaked, and is now the name of this mix. LMAO!!

The first track is a vinyl that I bought in 1998, and then a digital copy from Traxsource a year or so again.
It'll set the right tone for you. The first track of a mix or of a live set is my favourite first part because it's the first contact with the dancers or your listeners.

Sadly and frustratingly, this mix took 12 attempts, yes, LMAO. I had originally bought a batch from Traxsource of 24 hawt tracks. That took a month to listen to 2,000 tracks at 2-5 seconds each, then I had 120 tracks in my digital crate, then it took two weeks in the cracks of time between work and life to dwindle that down to 24, then I had to wait a week to get the 30% email promo from Traxsource. It's a journey.

Then spent hours finding what I felt would be fun mixed with these new tracks. Mixed a few sets, didn't like the blends, deleted them. Then picked a new first track and went a few directions, listened, and wasn't feeling it. Changed the first track again. Now we're at mix number five! Every time you choose a different opening track, you change the vibe, so this went on until mix nine. I usually don't change directions so much but the process of making a mix that I love sort of reflects either the stability or chaos in my life at the time.

Then I was, "Eureka!!" This is the feeling that I wanted, but what TF happened? Of the 24 tracks that I bought, now there are only 6 on this mix. Geez. It is what it is. Then I had a DJ talent problem, the mixes had parts where I brought in the wrong tracks or I train wrecked mixes. So the last three attempts were trying to refine what I finally LOVED!

Then on the final run, I realised after listening to the completed mix three times, "HORY SHET!!!" (In a thick Chinese accent. I don't have one, just like to use it from time to time). I forgot one of the 6 new vocal house tracks.

No problem. I did two runs on the next mix and have decided to put that beautiful work of art as the bookend, the last track of the next mix that I'm working on.

As always, tracks are chosen and mixed with love. Pouring all the negative and positive energy into it, so hopefully, it at least brings a smile into your life. Enjoy Fellow HouseHeadz!! Until next time. Be good and be well!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our main Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
42 Tracks in 2hrs and 35mins!!

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Run For Cover (Rx Seven Dub) Seven Dub Pro-Zak
Into The Sun Damian Lazarus, Jem Cooke Crosstown Rebels
I got somebody new, MAW mix
nakedmusic_pleasureseeker_nakedmusic
Nicolas Jaar - And I Say (Xinobi Edit) Nicolas Jaar
Full Disclosure (feat. Sabrina Chyld) (Original Mix) N'Dinga Gaba, Sabrina Chyld Puro Music
Something I'm Going Through (Extended Mix) DJ Rae, David Morales Tinted Records
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix Cassius
lisashaw_borntoflyerics5rwremix_nakedmusic
just when i needed you.santessa.joe claussel rmx

Shy - Leo Love
nakedmusic_hurry_nakedmusic
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods Milk & Sugar Recordings
Push (Original Mix) Col Lawton, V77NNY UM Records
Foreign Language (Will Saul & Tam Cooper Remix) Flight Facilities, Jess Future Classic
With Me (Enoo Napa Extend Mix) Mind Street, Jaidene Veda, Enoo Napa Soul N Pepa
Cirulin Keope Bigamo Musik
Confusion &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Ali Love Keinemusik
free.ultranate.rerub
No One (Original Mix) Daniel Bortz Pastamusik

After The Tone - Original Mix Random Factor
Life Goes On Arnold Jarvis Music For A Lifetime
Shove Palmfood Stil Vor Talent Records
Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson Random Soul Recordings
For The Gs (Original) Derek Dunbar and Wally Callerio Dufflebag Recordings
Mod Rampa Keinemusik
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix Raze
Garden &ME Keinemusik
Respect Is You (Mapiano & Sunny Boy Uhuru Souldub) Louie Vega, Maphorisa, Berita, Mapiano, Sunny Boy Uhuru Vega Records

Kings & Queens (feat. 2STRANGE) Coppola D.O.C.
It's You That Drives Me Wild (Maya Jane Coles Remix) Kim Ann Foxman, Maya Jane Coles The Vinyl Factory
You're Not Welcome (Francesca Lombardo Remix) Walker & Royce
Sweat (jojoflores Therapy Edit) Jay Williams
Connected (Original Mix) Walker & Royce Off Recordings
Stellar Funk - Jestofunk - plus- Out of Touch - Hall and Oates
Gravity (Original Extended Mix) Sasse
Look Behind You Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Gratitude (Pablo Fierro Remix) Marie Joly, Black Coffee, Rebecca Murray, Pablo Fierro Offering Recordings
Photographic Life The Timewriter Plastic City

Deliver Me The Timewriter Plastic City
Reach for the Stars (feat. Nalize) XtetiQsoul

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 120+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends, and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop, and No sync applied.

Episode 123: Returned Signals » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 02:47:28 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fello House Fiends!! Excited to share this new mix with you! A few classic house vocal tracks and a few old house labels with new tracks! A ton of new tracks from Traxsource.

Hope you're all well and staying positive in the country that you're in!

Not much on this end. Been working from home for the past almost 19 months and going back to the office next week. Been just my doggie, Tommy and I + my laptop for full-time work and freelance consulting.

I usually make a mix once a week on a Sat or Sun morning or afternoon. Listen to house every evening.
Hope these lockdowns are over or almost over in whereever you live. Let's start living like human beings again!! Dance again!! Been alone so long, probably want to slowly ease into the old 'normal'.

All the best to you and we hope that you enjoy this mix and that it makes you feel good and smile. House Music all night long!!

Photo Credit on Instagram: @Phobybai

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our main Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
29 tracks in 2hrs and 60mins!!

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

Bless You feat. Mikael Simpson - Album Version Lulu Rouge Music For Dreams
Moving Light Miguel Migs, Lisa Shaw Salted Music
Silver Sun Miguel Migs, Aya Soulfuric Deep
On My Way (Deep Mix) Octopuz Ancestral Recordings
Stay Dirtytwo Peking House
Silly Girl EP (Munted) Eric Johnston Archipel Musique
Bind (Rampa Remix - Timmy Regisford Edit) Howling, Rampa, Timmy Regisford Nervous
It's You Black Motion, Miss P Defected
Who Are You Tonight (Jackie Komutatsu Remix) Allies For Everyone, Jackie Komutatsu Motek Music
Into The Sun Damian Lazarus, Jem Cooke Crosstown Rebels

I got somebody new, MAW mix
Emptiness (Hyenah's Raw Beat Remix) Andre Lodemann, Hyenah Best Works Records
Lonely C feat. Charles Levine - Unmixed Soul Clap
Last Night (Vocal Mix) Amber Jolene, MetteS
Take It Out (Sean Thomas Drumsong Remix) Saturn Never Sleeps Get Physical Music
Phezulu Reloaded Blanka Mazimela, Khonaye Get Physical
Broke My Heart (Original Mix) Legit Trip Svoboda
It's Over Now (ET Edit) - 320 MP3 not AIFF
Sun Ra Was Right (Kususa Remix) STUDIO APARTMENT, Monique Bingham, Kususa N.E.O.N
In Another Life (Saint Evo Remix) Native P., Nuzu Deep, Saint Evo Celsius Degree Records

Rush (Franky Rizardo Remix) Lost Arcade, Cassandra Braslin, Franky Rizardo Lost Arcade Records
Remember (Original Mix) Made By Pete, Hilton Caswell, Jem Cooke MadTech Records
Aftermath (Original) Culoe De Song Watergate Records
Forever Young (The Deepshakerz Rework) Rone White, Rowen Clark, The Deepshakerz Safe Music
Till It’s Gone (Original Mix) Steve Bug, Delhia De France Poker Flat
Going On (Original Mix) Alkalino Audaz
Come on baby (Original Mix) Erik Bo Funk Mansion
Invisions (Luke Solomon Body Vocal Mix) Luca C & Brigante, Roisin Murphy, Luke Solomon Hot Creations
Cover Me (Dixon Remix) Depeche Mode, Dixon Untergrundbahn Records

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 120+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 122: Clarity of Perspective » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 02:49:49 +0000

dattrax: Summer is almost over in Toronto. The pandemic lockdown madness hopefully is coming to an end. Our restaurants opened up about a month ago. It's so good to see the smiling faces in the streets.

I hope that whereever you are that things are getting better for you.

Thank you for stopping by and taking a listen. This mix is filled with great vocals and funky and techy house music. Crank it up and feel it in your gut while listening to this. Enjoy!!
---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.
---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our main Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )
---------------
THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 120+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.
---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 121: Sequence of Events » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 02:56:55 +0000

dattrax: HIYA Fellow House Lovers!!!!!!!!!!! It's time for another House Music DJ Mix!!!!!!!
This took two runs!! I hope that you enjoy this mix and that the house groove makes you feel it in your guts!!
Making you smile ear to ear! Putting your hands in the air!!
Dancing whereever you are!! In your home, in your car, headphones or speakers, walking your doggie like me and my doggie, Tommy, working out or relaxing.

Hope you feel you that your stress is leaving your body and you're going to your happy place!

Danny Tenaglia has famously said and has a vocal house track called, "Music Is The Answer"!!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you like our mixes. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our main Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
42 tracks in 2hrs!!!

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

Senorita Tristeza (The Show Is Not Mine) feat. Katya Ryba - Vocal Version SCSI-9 Klik Records
Hate/Love (Hate/Love (Original Mix)) Guy Gerber [feat. Dawn] Supplement Facts Records
Crave You feat. Giselle (Radio Edit) Flight Facilities Kitsune
Breathless (Original Mix) KANT Katermukke
Smalltown Boy (Dan Grassler Edit) Bronski Beat
At Midnight - Steve Bugâs Always Late Mix The Discowboys Dessous Recordings
Cruel Banana Death On The Balcony
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix Cassius
Tessio - Original Mix Luomo Huume Recordings
Lie Machine DAVI Crosstown Rebels

Bob Marley & The Wailers - Jammin’ (Lost Vegas Mix 2009)(www.djblaze.fw.hu)
Musique Noire (Jamie Jones In & Out Edit) Jonny White, James Teej No.19 Music
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods Milk & Sugar Recordings
Look Behind You Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Where Is It? feat. Ursula Rucker - Steve Bug's 9 Minutes Of Freedom Remix Will Saul, Tam Cooper Simple Records
Live Your Life With Me - Narcotic Vocal Mix Corrina Joseph Atlantic Jaxx
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Dub Mix Raze
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix Raze
Silly Girl EP (Munted) Eric Johnston Archipel Musique
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records

***rybo*y - Original Mix Karol XVII & MB Valence Loco Records
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records
Like It Should Be feat. Gigi - Ribn's Translucent Vox Remix Steve Bug Poker Flat Recordings
Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim DiverseCity Music
Without Me feat. Tracey Thorn (Noir & Martin Thompson Remix) Tracey Thorn, Tevo Howard
supernatural dub.kim english
supernatural.kim english
Frayed Of The Light feat. Amber Jolene (Original Mix) X-Press 2, Timo Garcia, Amber Jolene
Venus (Sunshine People Remix) Cheek Versatile Records
Connected (Original Mix) Walker & Royce Off Recordings

Reckless With Your Love (DJ Sneak's Stereo Gangstaz Dub) Azari & III
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix Cassius
Deep In The Bottom (of Africa) Monique Bingham, Black Coffee House Afrika
Turning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Fly Life Xtra (Original Mix) Basement Jaxx Atlantic Jaxx
latenightsocietyfeatelisetaylor_upsidedownfreeware_hubcitymu
Hijos De La Guerra (Original Mix) Manybeat Xumba Recordings
Addiction - Original Mix Prompt Highgrade Records (Germany)
Pattern Recognition - DJ Swank Remix Justin Harris Paranoid Records
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive Trashmouth Records

Soy Como Soy Feat Cleydys Villalon - Original Makossa & Megablast International DeeJay Gigolo Records
The Sound Of Violence - Cassius Reggae Rock Dub Cassius Cassius Records

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 120+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 120: Credible Evidence » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 29 May 2021 20:36:40 +0000

dattrax: Spring is finally here in Toronto and we've had a few weeks of beautiful weather. It's really brightening everyone's moods!

We hope that everyone is doing well, staying positive and you're all doing what you love to do as much as possible! Thank you for stopping by and giving us a listen. We really appreciate it!

Just wanted to share a new house mix I've been working on and finally like this version. Four tries for this one, so not too bad. Hope you like it. It's a nice and smooth ride.

I've listened to it so many times walking my doggie, Tommy. I know it's a good mix when it's the feel that I want and I can listen to it a bunch of times and not get bored of it.

Each mix has slight imperfections, so that's annoying but it is what it is. The search for the perfect mix is not attainable for me. Just one that shares my positive and negative energies and something cool comes out of it, then that makes me happy!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

37 Tracks in 2hrs

Time To Go (Black Coffee Mix) Marissa Guzman Juicy Lucy
Kids Play (Stimming Remix) Ian Pooley Plant Music
Miru Mira (Nu & Mira Think About You Remix) Mira, Dima KATERMUKKE
Ain't That Love (Original Mix) Maceo Plex Ellum Audio
I <3 U SO feat. Tom Cowcher - Bowski 2AM Remix Cassius
Everyday (Original Mix) Adana Twins Exploited
Ferdinand Stephan Bodzin vs. Marc Romboy KNM Special Marketing
Squaredancing In A Roundhouse - The Remake Derrick L. Carter
Change Of Heart (Original Mix) James Hunter Affin
Dirty Dancing - Original Mix Manuel Sahagun Drop Music
Connected (Original Mix) Walker & Royce Off Recordings
Sunspots EP (Pancake (Original)) Nadja Lind Lucidflow
One More Time To Enjoy It - Original Mix Derrick L. Carter
Take Some Time Out - Original Mix Arnold Jarvis Music For A Lifetime
Fake It (Fake It (Frankman Remix)) Phonique Dessous
Soldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) Sade
VINCE VEGA PRESENTS : GOTYE - SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW - REMIX
Dextrous (Original Mix) Nightmares On Wax Warp Records
Go - No Assembly Firm Remix Greenskeepers
Let's Work (Original Mix) DJ Ra Soul So Sound Recordings
Beau Mot Plage - Freeform Reform Parts I & II Isolee
My Secret Lover (Lifelike Remix) Private
Hotflash! - Original Mix Oliver $ Grandpetrol Recordings
Reachin' Out - Dave Spoon Mix The Timewriter Plastic City
Strange Creatures (Original Mix) John Tejada Plug Research
62milehighclubinlandknights_themoneyinlandknightsastroturfmi
Rhythm Saloon (Da Sunlounge) Bang Bang
The Cockpit (Remixes) (Paul Woolford Remix) Chelonis R. Jones Systematic
Everybody Be Somebody Featuring Yavahn (Sharam Jey & Kolombo Remix) Ruffneck Bunny Tiger
Heart Of Africa - Sax Apella Martin Solveig Mixture
Deep Inside - MAW - special edit from mix cd, Ministry of Sound
Conduction (DJ T. Edit) Johnny Fiasco Get Physical
U know me / Borderline (Incl. Panevino, James Deron & Greg Dorban Mixes) (Sunday Light (Victor Remix)) Jonathan Meyer Purple Music
Dj's Breaks Vol. 1 (Back In A Jungle) FR Productions Franck Roger Productions
Lovebreak Phonique Dessous
Feel What You Want (Our Tribe Vocal Mix) Kristine W Champion
Feel What You Want feat. Rebecca (feat. Rebecca) Phonique Dessous

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax" and find the Podomatic link.

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 120 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 119: Hopeful Cadence » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 01 May 2021 07:19:08 +0000

dattrax: Hello House Fiends!! This mix took 8 attempts, but we're finally here. Hope you like it.

It's still going on this virus event. Geez. Make the best out of each day Fam! Muster up all your energy to take on just one more day and take it on with optimism and positivity. It it what it is. We can only control us, no one else.
---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.
---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com
---------------
33 tracks in an hour and a half

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 119 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.
---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 118: dattrax LIVE @ CTRLROOM » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 02:10:03 +0000

dattrax: HIYA Fellow House Fanatics!!!
A special live mix at Toronto's CTRL ROOM by Hubert K!!!

Always a pleasure. Enjoy!!

CTRLROOM's Contact Info »
SITE » https://www.ctrlroom.ca/

IG » https://www.instagram.com/ctrlroom/

YouTube Channel » https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHR5zWSLyDTvOPBCNc2lvAg

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed.
dattrax@gmail.com

We appreciate you! Thank you!!!

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 118 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

Episode 117: ( ( ( House Source » ) ) ) ) » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC ) ) »

dattrax — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:40:44 +0000

dattrax: Hey Fellow House Fanatics!!

If you're here by accident, then you're also in for a treat!! Definitely not top 40 here. Not EDM. Welcome to the Underground! Home-grown Toronto House Music.

House music tracks with sweet-ass vocals, aggressively layered with jackin' beats!! This mix took about 5 tries the first 1.5-2hrs. On the 6th run, I lifted the breaks, broke the governor and slammed through almost 100 tracks for this 4hr excursion!

Everything good or bad in my life during this endless virus event just POURED right into this beauty!

Finished this three weeks ago but wanted to listen to it and make sure that it was the feel that I was looking for.

It is and now it's your turn to take it for a spin!

If you like what you hear, then please share with your other house friends or introduce these mixes that are made with love and dedication to possible new lovers of house music.

Thank you for stopping by and listening!!

Been addicted to this music since I was 15 and been buying religiously since I was 19. My best friend, Jimmy and I are dattrax and we're thankful that you're giving us a listen. Thank you so much! Much appreciated. Hope you are coping and doing whatever you can to stay positive!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
97 tracks in 4hrs and 4mins!!

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

Mess Around (Live Mix) Liam Mockridge, Lowheads, Johnny Kulo Get Physical
Savage Tommy Glasses Midnight Riot
Everything Goes My Way (Ewan Pearson Dub) Metronomy Because Music
Move Me (Original Mix) Kellerkind Stil Vor Talent
Dame (Paso Doble Extended Remix) El Mukuka, HVMZA, Marocco, Paso Doble TONSPIEL Recordings
Electro Magic (Jordan Fields Cosmic Disco Version) Limited Edition LeFreQ
Sincerity - Original Mix Toky Apparel Music
My Best Dress feat. Rosina - Original Mix Murr New Kanada
Where Were You When The Lights Went Out? - Original Mix Freaks MFF
Go On Then feat. Jem Cooke (Original Mix) Kate Simko, Jem Cooke

Back In The Day feat. Amber Jolene (Original Mix) Mowgli, Amber Jolene
Alcatraz - Kenton Slash Demon Remix Kasper BJ hfn
Louder (Original Mix) Libra Classic Zodiac Thump Music
Maniac (Original Mix) Peaches, Moullinex Gomma
Wheres My Dub (Original) Habersham
Ritual Union - Maya Jane Coles Remix Little Dragon
Think Twice (Henrik Schwarz Remix) The Detroit Experiment Strut
Deeper Space (Mr. V Sublevel Mix) Dj Able, Tribal Audio, Aroop Roy Muzik 4 Tomorrow
To Let Myself Go (Dennis Ferrer Remix) Ane Brun Objektivity
Look Behind You Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)

Grass Is Greener (Kruse & Nürnberg Remix) Phonique, Antonia Vai, Kruse & Nürnberg Recovery Tech
Firefly (XtetiQsoul Remix) Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim DiverseCity Music
Stress Relief (Original Mix) Coflo Ocha Records
Telefunken (Random Factor's Croissant Mix) Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Love Bells - Original Mix Hatikvah Morris Audio Citysport Edition
Going Back To My Roots (feat. Tessa B) (Original Mix) Synapson, Tessa B Parlophone France
S.O.S. (Message In A Bottle) - Tom Novy Remix Filterfunk Tiger Records
Towers - Original Mix Pier Bucci Crosstown Rebels
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix Raze
Jafar (Original Mix) Elfenberg Visceral

Hi-Fi (Multiply Freaks Voodoo Guitar Dub) Wizards of Ooze Classic Music Company
Watoto (Original Mix) Caiiro, Da Capo OwnIt Music
The Voyage (Far Away Mix) Subculture Strobe
Really Love Ya SIOPIS Get Physical
Void - BvsG Tribute (Original Mix) Tolga Fidan Vakant
Unsettled Corduroy Mavericks
For The Gs (Original) Derek Dunbar and Wally Callerio Dufflebag Recordings
For The Time Being (Burnski Remix) Phonique, Erlend Øye Dessous
Turning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Time After Time (Yoruba Soul Mix) Soul Central feat. Abigail Bailey Defected

Rust (Midland Remix) Akase K7 Records
You're My Kind - Original Mix Elektrochemie Get Physical Music
One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina Systematic Recordings
Chives - Original Mix Markus Muller Traum
The Word Is Love (Silks Orginal Anthem Mix) Sharon Pass, Steve Silk Hurley S&S Records
Gravity (Original Extended Mix) Sasse
See The Light (Frank Roger's Real Vox Mix) Shahrokh Sound Of K Embassy One
Want You (Original Mix) Divided Souls, Samuri, Le Alen, Penny Ford Re:Vibe Audio
From The Inside (Henrik Schwarz Remix) Chasing Kurt Defected

Fallin' Rose - feat Mey - Floyd Lavine
Valley Of The Lost Soul - Bare Basics Vox Mix Asad Rizvi, Ingrid Hakanson Nite Grooves
Hypnotized feat. Fran - Original Mix Oliver Koletzki Stil Vor Talent
Pillow Talk - Asad Rizvi Remix Spencer Gray Loveslap Recordings
The Heat Feat. Liz Cass (Original Mix) John Monkman
Si Ã Spento Il Sole (Club Mix) Riva Starr, Vinicio Capossela Snatch! Records
You Used To Hold Me (Deep 88 Salsa House Remix) Ralphi Rosario Henry Street Music
The Unknown (Original Mix) John Monkman, Liz Cass Kote Records
Pain In The Ass (Alexkid Remix) Nina Kraviz Rekids
Sunspots EP (Pancake (Original)) Nadja Lind Lucidflow

Forever Dolphin Love - Erol Alkan Rework Connan Mockasin
Reachin' Out - Dave Spoon Mix The Timewriter Plastic City
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive Trashmouth Records
Big Jet Plane (NiconÃÂ© Remix) Jan Blomqvist Dantze
Too Insistent (Trentemøller Remix) The Dø
November Skies feat. Nina Kinert (Original Mix) Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert FoF Music
We Are Planets (Oliver Koletzki Remix) Fran Stil Vor Talent
Sweep - Mikkel Metal Reshape Vox Blue Foundation Renaissance
BRANIAK - ORIGINAL MIX Scotti Deep
Deep In The Bottom (of Africa) Monique Bingham, Black Coffee House Afrika

Your Friend Remixes (Franky Rizardo Remix) Gregor Salto ft Chappell G-REX
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records
Pop Muzak - Martin Solveig Electro Disco Mix Mousse T, Roachford HiFi Stories
Estupendo (Gui Boratto Remix) Arsenal Play Out! Recordings
I'll House You - Original Mix Flipside, M1 MAR186
Lady Harlem (Agent X Stricly Beatdown Instrumental) Galaxy Group Loveslap Recordings
Bright Star (Sunrise Mix) Ben Watt, Stimming, Julia Biel Buzzin' Fly Records
Cold Reformer (John Tejada Remix) Jean-Paul Bondy Compost
62milehighclubinlandknights_themoneyinlandknightsastroturfmi
Warrior feat. Lisa Shaw - Tiger Stripes Mix Andy Caldwell UNO Recordings

Colours Of You - Riton Re-Rub Tama Waipara
Daylight - Morgan Page Remix Sunny Levine Quango
Flight To Tokyo (Original Mix) John Tejada Poker Flat Recordings
Art moderne - EP (Joris Delacroix (feat. William Besson) - Art moderne) Joris Delacroix Timid Records
Bad Things - Morgan Page Remix-Clean Lal Meri Six Degrees
The Avenue (Original) Leroy Brown Guess Who
Bwana (Original Mix) Alex Niggemann Crosstown Rebels
Hijos De La Guerra (Original Mix) Manybeat Xumba Recordings
Mono Rain (Original Mix) Dave DK, Holger Zilske Playhouse
A Night With a DJ (Original) Holly Enterpride Records

Hotflash! - Original Mix Oliver $ Grandpetrol Recordings
Shining Star (Joe Goddard Remix) Nneka
Firefly (Original Mix) John Tejada, Arian Leviste Palette Recordings
Big Fun - The Classic Magic Juan Mix Remake Inner City [PIAS] Recordings
Leave it (Original Version) Carlo in Action Cimelde
Rock to the Beat - We Papa Girls - Juan Atkins - DJ Pierre
It's Over Now (ET Edit)- Ultra Nate - The Basement Boys

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 117 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Episode 116: Year's End » 2020 Virus Edition » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:42:06 +0000

Hello dattrax Fans!! Hope you had a good Christmas and New Year's Eve despite this virus global lockdown event.

We're excited to share this new mix with you!! Only 4-5 new tracks that we bought in this one, however, it's a fun journey and we hope that you enjoy our brand of house music.

This like every other is mixed with love. Pouring all the good and bad energy in our lives in hopes that something beautiful can come from our experiences. This mix took about 5 tries to get the right feel before finishing this 6th mix. I always have a batch of tracks I want to mix and just pick the first one. The first track in any house set is the one that sets the mood and the expectation.

If you like what you hear, then please share with your other house friends or introduce these mixes that are made with love and dedication to possible new lovers of house music.

Thank you for stopping by and listening!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Massive thanks always to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful music that we love!! Makes us feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

72 tracks in 3hrs and 17mins!!

Your Ghost (Allies For Everyone Moth To A Flame Mix) We Are The Brave, Allies For Everyone KID Recordings
Breathless (Original Mix) KANT Katermukke
3625909_Alice Feat Julia Govor_Original Mix
You're Not Welcome (Francesca Lombardo Remix) Walker & Royce
Mind On You feat. Brenda D - Original Mix Kate Simko
I Don't Listen Much (Mercury Remix) Junior ITH
On My Way (Deep Mix) Octopuz Ancestral Recordings
Maleficent (Kellerkind Remix) Pete Oak, Kellerkind Blindfold Recordings
The Offering (Main Mix) N'dinga Gaba feat.mOsno Peng Africa
Kids Play (Stimming Remix) Ian Pooley Plant Music

Alice feat. Peter B. Andreasen (Original Mix) Pete Oak Sleazy Deep
Sure Thing (Black Motion Anniversary Mix) St Germain, Black Motion Parlophone (France)
Happy Jus' To See You Again (Original Mix) Freaks MFF (Music For Freaks)
Dame (Paso Doble Extended Remix) El Mukuka, HVMZA, Marocco, Paso Doble TONSPIEL Recordings
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records
Garden &ME Keinemusik
Echoes - Solomun Remix Oliver Koletzki, Fran Stil Vor Talent
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther Anjunadeep
No Time No Space feat. Tigerlily (Original Mix) Gregorythme Cityfox LTD
Headphone Silence - Henrik Schwarz Remix / Dixon Edit / Ame Approved Ane Brun Objektivity

Perfect Fit (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Heartbeat Stil Vor Talent
Louder (Original Mix) Libra Classic Zodiac Thump Music
99 & A Half feat. Alexander East (Deep Dub Mix) Phonique Dessous
Hate/Love (Hate/Love (Original Mix)) Guy Gerber [feat. Dawn] Supplement Facts Records
Man On the Moon (Bonus Track) [Miguel Campbell Remix] Klangkuenstler feat. Alice Phoebe Lou, Klangkuenstler, Alice Phoebe Lou Sunday Best
The Rain (Version 2) Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
I Was Made for Loving You (Extended Version) Nancy Whang, Drop Out Orchestra Gomma
Silly Girl EP (Munted) Eric Johnston Archipel Musique
send your love- sting- quentin harris rmx
Watoto (Original Mix) Caiiro, Da Capo OwnIt Music

Raise the Dead - Kimbu Kimra
Rust (Midland Remix) Akase K7 Records
all over my face- terry lee brown jr. plus martin luther speech-rerub
Aftermath - Original Mix Nightmares On Wax Warp Records
Why Does The Wind? - Morgan Geist Remix Tracey Thorn Buzzin' Fly Records
3756339_Those Said_Original Mix
Reaction (Original Mix) Digitaria, Adana Twins Jeudi Records
For The Gs (Original) Derek Dunbar and Wally Callerio Dufflebag Recordings
Disco Circus (Main Mix) Stretch Man Infinity
Back To Life (Zepherin Saint Tribe Vocal Mix) Soul II Soul, Zepherin Saint Funki Dred Records

Paradigm (Pete Oak Remix) Shahin, Leiuna, Pete Oak Parquet Recordings
Look Behind You Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Cosmic Dancer Francesca Lombardo Crosstown Rebels
Can't Decide feat. Angela Sheik (Original Mix) Fabo Nurvous Records
Turning Orange Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Unsettled Corduroy Mavericks
Deeper Space (Mr. V Sublevel Mix) Dj Able, Tribal Audio, Aroop Roy Muzik 4 Tomorrow
Around (Rudimental Remix) Noir, Haze ITH
Prophecy (Original Mix) Jon Charnis Innervisions
VINCE VEGA PRESENTS : GOTYE - SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW - REMIX

Slumberjack (Original Mix) Robot Love Dirtybird
Gone (The Wizard Brian Coxx Original Mix) Yasmeen Strictly Rhythm
Visions In Motion (Original Mix) DJ Rasoul Robsoul Recordings
Just For feat. Walter Phillips - '10 Mix Bonus Track Cajmere, Walter Phillips Cajual Records
Grass Is Greener (Kruse & Nürnberg Remix) Phonique, Antonia Vai, Kruse & Nürnberg Recovery Tech
Conduction (DJ T. Edit) Johnny Fiasco Get Physical
Anymore - Phonique Remix Badmouth Fresh Meat
Here Comes The Rain (Original Mix) Andrey Exx, Diva Vocal, Troitski Tiger Records
The Dope (Original Mix) Alexkid Ovum Recordings
You Got the Love (Mousse T. Remix) Unclubbed, Andrew Roachford Peppermint Jam

Starchild (Hyenah Remix) Frankey, Sandrino, Hyenah Drumpoet Community
Hey Hey - DF's Attention Vocal Mix Dennis Ferrer Objektivity
Jazzy Take Way Ep (Avocado Nigiri (Moodymanc Remix)) MaStaFaktor Apparel Music
Keep On Luvin (Kingsley's Deep Punch Mix) Maydie Myles K4B Records
Eclipse wAFF Hot Creations
Ann Arbor Soulphiction Musik Krause
Lost Symphony (Savio De Simone Remix) Miguel Lin MoBlack Records
Subculture-New Order-dattrax-re-rub
Lizard (The Good Track) Phonique Dessous
Fresh (Original Mix) Babert Solid State Disco

Bonbons And Black Tea Concolor Sound Architecture Records
Blow the House Down - Jeremy Healy - Kevin Saunderson remix

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 117 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Natural Destiny » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 23:10:20 +0000

Hello dattrax Fans!! These house music tracks were begging to be mixed, so after I assaulted my DJ mixer, here's the result for you!

The last few mixes have been a blast to make. Kept buying new batches of house because of my addiction. Then picking the tracks that I was feeling and blending it with a core group from recent buys. Adding a few classic house tracks here and there.

Hope you enjoy this mix while doing whatever activity. I enjoy house mixes now during this virus event with everything. Cooking, cleaning, ironing clothes, walking my doggie, relaxing and stretching/working out.

We're all probably packing on the pounds over the last 8mths or so.

Enjoy your weekend and stay safe!!

If you like what you here, then please share with your other house friends or introduce these mixes that are made with love and dedication to possible new lovers of house music.

Thank you for stopping by and listening!!
---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
Massive thanks always to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful music!! Makes us feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

34 Tracks in 2hrs and 23mins!!

Ghosttrack (Nicone Remix) Jan Blomqvistson Play My Track Recordings
Bright Star (Sunset Mix) Ben Watt, Stimming, Julia Biel Buzzin' Fly Records
Weapon Of Choice (Fish Go Deep Vocal) freezerRoom EP Go Deep
Gravity (Original Mix) MissFly, Deep Soul Syndicate Sounds Of Ali
Misty (feat. Robert Owens) feat. Robert Owens (Club Mix) Soul Clap Soul Clap Records
Show Me How feat. Natalie Conway (Original Mix) Finnebassen Underground Audio
Electricity Feat. Anabel Englund (Original Mix) MK, Lee Foss, Anabel Englund Hot Creations
Something Special (Original Mix) Miguel Campbell Hot Creations
Tides feat. Bajka - Ripperton Mix Beanfield Compost
Everyday (Original Mix) Adana Twins Exploited

Better Day - Presence (Salt City Orchestra Remix)
Ghost Train Feat Erlend Oye - Morgan Geist
Singer (Nextmoov Main) Jucee NextMoov
Hopes And Dreams (Jason B Soulful Remix) Shane Blitz feat. Miss I. Blitz Recordings
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods Milk & Sugar Recordings
Walk A Mile In My Shoes feat. Robert Owens (Henrik Schwarz Remix) Robert Owens, Coldcut Ministry of Sound (UK)
Stone Crazy Remixes (Nastee Nev 0808 Mix) Kafele Bandele Do It Now Recordings
Sade-Morningbird-FINAL
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion

I Don't Know Michael Ashe Deeper Shades Recordings
Want You In My Soul (Club Mix) Lovebirds, Stee Downes Tarifa Records
Heartbeat (Original Mix) Major Notes feat. Lisa Lee Lossol Entertainment
Susan Cries (Silver Ivanov Remix) Bang Bang, Silver Ivanov Oh So Coy Recordings
ArvidfeatErnesto_Try_NakedMusic
Believe (Martin Solveig Vocal Dub) Soldiers Of Twilight Serial Records
Jealousy (Original Mix) Funky Fat Hot Creations
Better Day (Original Vocal Mix) Presence Defected
Blue Is The Distance Lee Foss, Ali Love, Anabel Englund Emerald City Music
The Cure & The Cause (Dennis Ferrer Remix) Fish Go Deep, Tracey K Bargrooves

Lie Machine DAVI Crosstown Rebels
Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani Sithole DiverseCity Music
Turn Me On (Incl. Raw Artistic Soul Mixes) (Blackcoffee Remix) Blackcoffee feat. Bucie Gogo
Reverse Skydiving feat. Anabel Englund (Original Mix) Hot Natured FFRR

a SpAcE oF mY oWn » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 12:59:19 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Fiends!!! From Toronto, Ontario, Canada, are you ready for a new house mix?

This mix took a few weeks in the cracks of time and many many tries but you're going to love it if you like sexy vocals and killer house grooves!

Reach out to us and comment if this mix makes your day. We'd love to hear from you.

Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded friends!!

Focus your energy on staying positive. Everyone is having challenges through these pandemic times.
Let's rise our hands, smile and DANCE!! We can't go to any parties to dance, but dance in your place or while you walk. Till next time, stay safe.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Thank you to all the artists, vocalists, producers who made these tracks!!

53 tracks in 2hrs and 45mins!!

Piano in The Dark Nick Curly Cecille
The Way You Move (Original Mix) Serge Devant Rebellion
Superman (Club Mix) Black Coffee feat. Bucie Jellybean Soul
Sabelo Lionayve, Newmanhere Celsius Degree Records
My Best Dress feat. Rosina - Original Mix Murr New Kanada
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights Renaissance
Show Me feat. Elzi Hall (Original Mix) Kings Of Tomorrow, Elzi Hall
Gravity (Original Extended Mix) Sasse
Sweat (jojoflores Therapy Edit) Jay Williams
Jazzy Take Way Ep (Avocado Nigiri (Moodymanc Remix)) MaStaFaktor Apparel Music

Lost In the Fold (Original Mix) Navid Izadi Double Standard Records
The Taste Of Dust (DJ Friendly Version) Douglas Greed 3000° Grad
Sweet Lips feat. Eddie & Wallace Dub Taylor, Eddie, Wallace Forms & Figures
Smoke Signals (SIOPIS Remix) Siopis, Kiki Get Physical
Meet You (Thomas Lizzara Remix) David K Toka Beatz
Bonbons And Black Tea Concolor Sound Architecture Records
Plastic People - Charles Webster Main Anane
Lizard (The Good Track) Phonique Dessous
Flash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Original Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante Southern Fried Records
LOST IN ABYSS SCOTTIE DEE Housupa Records

Where Were You When The Lights Went Out? - Original Mix Freaks MFF
Around (Rudimental Remix) Noir, Haze ITH
Needy Girl (Zdar Dub) Chromeo Turbo Recordings
Better Days, Presence, Salt City Orchestra REMIX, feat. Steve Edwards (from vinyl record)
Time To Go (Black Coffee Mix) Marissa Guzman Juicy Lucy
We Are The Future (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Lil Magdalene
Isis (feat. The Egyptian Lover) The Egyptian Lover, Hot Natured FFRR
Crazy (Phonique Remix) Ornette Get Physical Music
SOTOM (Sandy's Version) Sandy Rivera, Noir Noir Music
Future Lately Feat. Javi (Original Mix) Saarid

Till We Die (Original Mix) Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert Get Physical Music
Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson Random Soul Recordings
Star (Rocco & Rasmus Faber Remixes) (Rocco Underground Mix) Reel People feat. Tony Momrelle Reel People Music
Your Voice (Enoo Napa Remix) Caiiro, AWEN, Enoo Napa Madorasindahouse Records
Beirut Boogie - Original Mix Sebbo Liebe Detail
Free - Mood II Swing Extended Vocal Mix Ultra Nate Strictly Rhythm
bt_remember_mood_ii_swing_dubmix_nrk_music
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods Milk & Sugar Recordings
The Heat Feat. Liz Cass (Original Mix) John Monkman

Jealousy (Original Mix) Funky Fat Hot Creations
People Say (Incl. Jimpster & Pol_On Mixes) (Dragons feat. Ernesto) Andreas Saag Freerange
Take Off Your Shoes (Original Mix) [ClapCrate.me] Malandra Jr. ClapCrate.me
The Rain (Version 2) Luke Solomon & Justin Harris present Freaks Music For Freaks (MFF)
Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen Mobilee Records
Follow Me (Original Mix) John Monkman feat. Liz Cass Get Physical
The Cure & The Cause (Dennis Ferrer Remix) Fish Go Deep, Tracey K Bargrooves
The Sound Of Violence - Cassius Reggae Rock Dub Cassius Cassius Records
Women Beat Their Men (Cevin's Peak Hour Dub) Submission Defected
Hopes And Dreams (Jason B Soulful Remix) Shane Blitz feat. Miss I. Blitz Recordings

Everything Goes My Way (Ewan Pearson Dub) Metronomy Because Music
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Drop Out Orchestra Rework) Talking Heads
Mandy Vs Booka Shade - Body Language (Jona Remix)

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 117 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Sustained Through These Times » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 21:37:13 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Headz!!! From Toronto, Ontario, Canada, are you ready for a new house mix?

The house tracks on this? WOWZERS!! The tracks these guys make today are SICK!!!

Let this move you. Play it LOUD. Play it LONG. You will not reget listening to this.

The groove is DIRTY!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded friends!!

Stay positive. Be the best you can be. Be who you really are. Be safe. Let's rise our hands, smile and DANCE!!

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Thank you to all the artists, vocalists, producers who made these tracks!! They are heaven during these uncertain and difficult times. When will this virus event end?? Unbelievable.

35 tracks in 2hrs!!

Munuli Mòo & Jo, Awen
Sabelo Lionayve, Newmanhere
Waiting (Original Mix) Sabb, Serge Devant, Forrest
Summertime Summertime (DJ Sir Charles Dixon & Derrick Ricky Nelson AfroHut Mix) Nocera, DJ Sir Charles Dixon, Derrick Ricky Nelson
Tokyo ASMR Emanuel Satie Crosstown Rebels
We Will Return (Serge Devant Remix) Damian Lazarus, The Ancient Moons, Serge Devant Crosstown Rebels
Gravity (Original Mix) MissFly, Deep Soul Syndicate Sounds Of Ali
Fatima Yulia Niko Crosstown Rebels
The Way You Move (Original Mix) Serge Devant Rebellion
Thinking Of You (Original Mix) Serge Devant, Damiano C, Camille Safiya Crosstown Rebels

Lie Machine DAVI Crosstown Rebels
Desert Gold (Original Mix) Pete Oak Street King
Not Enough Hyenah, Lazarusman Watergate Records
After Hours Bruce Loko, Biishop Get Physical
Complex (Serge Devant Remix) Jonas Rathsman, Josef Salvat, Serge Devant Crosstown Rebels
Drums of War (feat. Aphendulwa) (Extended Mix) Nash La Musica, Aphendulwa issa'min
We'll Be Together Ae:ther Crosstown Rebels
Your Voice (Enoo Napa Remix) Caiiro, AWEN, Enoo Napa Madorasindahouse Records
Maleficent (Kellerkind Remix) Pete Oak, Kellerkind Blindfold Recordings
Always On My Mind Serge Devant Crosstown Rebels

Paradigm (Pete Oak Remix) Shahin, Leiuna, Pete Oak Parquet Recordings
Hijos De La Guerra (Original Mix) Manybeat Xumba Recordings
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi Tribe Records
Lokye (Original) Pete Oak Blindfold Recordings
Don't Let Me Go Malehloka, Miss P, DJEFF, Black Motion Kazukuta Records
Ambedo (Pete Oak Remix) Ariose (UK), Pete Oak Aftertech Records
Yini (Serge Devant Remix) Fabio Aurea Feat. Toshi, Fabio Aurea, Toshi, Serge Devant RADIANT.
Tribe David Morales DIRIDIM
Sarhalel Kid Fonque, Jonny Miller, Toshi Stay True Sounds
Moscow Mulski David Morales DIRIDIM

Vultora (Original) Luegoh Blindfold Recordings
Pink Panther Solee Parquet Recordings
Prophet Sun (Oliver Schories Remix) Pete Oak, Oliver Schories Blindfold Recordings
Essiu (Original Mix) Vaal Deep, Gumz Xpressed Records
The Only Thing (Original Mix) Deftone, Wekingz Zero Eleven Record Compan

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 117 mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

distance between us » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 21:12:22 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Headz!!! From Toronto, Ontario, Canada, we bring you another house music mix!!

This mix took 4 attempts because I'm old and suck more as a DJ now. Ha ha ha. When I was younger I was mixing probably 8hrs/wk at least and also DJ'ing around every shithole in Toronto. Now probably 2hrs/wk on a Sat or Sun. LOL.

This was a ton of fun to make. This final version is HAWT!!!

Enjoy this 2hr journey into the dattrax brand of house! Hope it moves you or the very least, puts an ear to ear grin on your face.

As always - massive thanks to the amazing vocalists, producers, DJs and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! Makes us all feel young, vibrant and extremely happy!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Brighter Days Together » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:16:30 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Headz!!! From Toronto, Ontario, Canada, we bring you another house music mix!! YES!!!!!

This mix is two parts. Both mix one and two took me 3-4 different sessions. LOL. Geez. No Facebook/Twitch or anything live during Covid Lockdown. SHET!!

Hope you are all well and keeping positive. That's all we can do isn't it?

Enjoy the next 2+ hrs!! Some new tracks and a lot of familiar ones also.

Till the next time. Stay safe and do what you can to displace any negative. Don't let these times/circumstances take you down.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

----------------------------------------------------------
47 Tracks Just for Your Enjoyment!!!

Kings & Queens (feat. 2STRANGE) Coppola 1 D.O.C.
Inspiration (Richard Earnshaw's Inner Spirit Extended Mix) Quart, Richard Earnshaw 1 BBE
North (Jus Nativ Remix) Divided Souls, Samuri, Sio Blackwidow, Jus Nativ 16 Milk & Sugar Recordings
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi 1 Tribe Records
Foreign Language (Will Saul & Tam Cooper Remix) Flight Facilities, Jess 2 Future Classic
North (Jus Nativ Remix) Divided Souls, Samuri, Sio Blackwidow, Jus Nativ 16 Milk & Sugar Recordings
Lie Machine DAVI 1 Crosstown Rebels
Sade-Morningbird-FINAL
Take Off Your Shoes (Original Mix) [ClapCrate.me] Malandra Jr. ClapCrate.me
Touched The Sky (feat Mia Tuttavilla) FERRER, Dennis 2

Chives (Original Mix) Markus Muller 1 Traum
Michael's Prayer (Jamie Lewis Main Cut) Michael Watford, Jamie Lewis 40 Purple Music
Towers - Original Mix Pier Bucci Crosstown Rebels
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion 4
Love & Happiness (Yemaya Y Ochun) (2009 Mixes) (Incl. David Penn & Michel Cleis Remixes) (Michel Cleis 'Floreo' Remix) River Ocean feat. India 3 Strictly Rhythm
It's Over Now (ET Edit) AIFF
Jafar (Original Mix) Elfenberg 18 Visceral
Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods 17 Milk & Sugar Recordings

Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson 1 Random Soul Recordings
Dextrous (Original Mix) Nightmares On Wax 24 Warp Records
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett 3 Quantize Recordings
***rybo*y - Original Mix Karol XVII & MB Valence Loco Records
Brighter Days 2011 Remixes (Karizma And DJ Spen Deepah Dub Mix) Cajmere feat. Dajae 3 Cajual
The Thoroughfare - SIS Remix Craig Torrance, Philip Hochstrate Murmur Records
Together (Divided Souls & Samuri Mix) Distant People, Ras Vadah, Divided Souls, Samuri Together
A Waiting Game (Martin Waslewski Remix) Claptone Feat. Nathan Nicholson, Martin Waslewski, Claptone, Nathan Nicholson Fantast Remixes, Pt. 4
Let's Go Dancing (Solomun Remix) Tiga, Audion, Solomun It's All About Deep House

Grass Is Greener (Kruse & Nürnberg Remix) Phonique, Antonia Vai, Kruse & Nürnberg Deep Club Connection, Vol. 30
You're My Kind - Original Mix Elektrochemie Don't Go
The Sad Piano - Jimpster Remix Justin Martin We Are Silver EP
Fallin' Rose - feat Mey - Floyd Lavine
South Africa Deep - Original Mix Tommy Bones Tribe 1
Blue Is The Distance Lee Foss, Ali Love, Anabel Englund Alchemy
Lobata - Original Mix Manuel Tur, DPlay Rest Your Senses
Going Back To My Roots (feat. Tessa B) (Original Mix) Synapson, Tessa B Convergence
Mono Rain (Original Mix) Dave DK, Holger Zilske Rainshower EP
Daylight - Morgan Page Remix Sunny Levine Daylight

Garden &ME Terrace / Garden
Don't Go (Original Mix) Elektrochemie Don't Go
So Long (Solomun Remix) Made By Pete, Jem Cooke, Solomun So Long
One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina One Up (Drop of Fears)
Perfect Fit (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Heartbeat Perfect Fit
Moment Of My Life (Original Classic Club Mix) Bobby D'Ambrosio feat. Michelle Weeks Moment Of My Life
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther Walk With Me

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Don't Try to Conceal the You That I See » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 21:55:26 +0000

dattrax: dattrax: Hello Fellow House Fiends!!

We hope that you are all well and that hopefully, we can all resume life when this virus lockdown had been lifted. Nothing will be the same again, but then again change drives us into the future.

House Music can heal, release, relax us and at least put a smile on our faces.

It's time for another dattrax mix, this house music journey will be over 2hrs long and taking you through 60+ tracks - lots of vocals, lots of techy, dubby, funky, bumpy instrumentals, a cover, some classic house a bunch of South African rhythm smashers, blended with our aggressive layering style.

Let us know what you think as you dance, drive, workout, walk your doggie, cooking or other social distancing friendly activies while listening to this mix.

Hope that you all enjoy this mix and share with other house lovers.

Thanks to my pals, Steve for a few of these smoking tracks and Pietro for his 3 original productions!!

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
59 tracks just for you and your friends!!

Feed (Original Mix) Astrid Suryanto, Stelios Vassiloudis
Sade-Morningbird-FINAL - Jason Barham
Kings & Queens (feat. 2STRANGE) Coppola
Mountains (Danny Krivit Remix) The Vision, Andreya Triana, Danny Krivit
Soul Filtration (Citizen Deep Remix) Reel Skaps, Dredah
Foreign Language (Will Saul & Tam Cooper Remix) Flight Facilities, Jess
Mntwana Feat. Lizwi (Original) Saint Evo, Lizwi
North (Jus Nativ Remix) Divided Souls, Samuri, Sio Blackwidow, Jus Nativ
Fallin' Rose - feat Mey - Floyd Lavine
Many Faces Laolu

El Diablo (Act!on Remix) Human Life, Anabel Englund, Act!on
Inspiration (Richard Earnshaw's Inner Spirit Extended Mix) Quart, Richard Earnshaw
Lie Machine DAVI
Take Off Your Shoes (Original Mix) [ClapCrate.me] Malandra Jr.
Garden &ME
Totem Boel
Only The Gods (feat. Anabel Englund) Disciples, Lee Foss, Anabel Englund
Boogie Tonight (House Mix) Norenoise
Blue Is The Distance Lee Foss, Ali Love, Anabel Englund
Papa’s Stoned Ian Ossia

Gypsy Woman (Kaytronik Remix Extended Version) Nicholas Ryan Gant, Karizma, Kaytronik
Back Again (Sparkling Version) Somersault, It Bends
Real Love (Extended Mix) Sam Dexter, Elliotte Williams-N'Dure
Between Us (Original Mix) Dubplate Disco
Something New (Jey Kurmis Dub) RYBO, Anabel Englund, Jey Kurmis
Something New (Original Mix) RYBO, Anabel Englund
Lovers + Strangers (Mousse T. Extended Remix) Starley, Mousse T
Go That Deep (Skylark Vocal Mix) NUfrequency, Shara Nelson, Skylark, Nic Fanciulli, Andy Chatterley
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive
Reverse Skydiving feat. Anabel Englund (Original Mix) Hot Natured

One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina
Lovelee Dae - 20:20 Vision Remix Blaze
I've Got That Feeling - Original Mix Dakar
Solarized - Original Mix Agoria
Love Bells - Original Mix Hatikvah
Brighter Days 2011 Remixes (Karizma And DJ Spen Deepah Dub Mix) Cajmere feat. Dajae
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett
Towers - Original Mix Pier Bucci
You Can't Hide From Your Bud - Original Mix DJ Sneak
You're My Kind - Original Mix Elektrochemie

The Creators (Fresh Sol Main Mix) Fresh Sol Music
plenty.sarah mclaughlan.wav
Subculture-New Order-dattrax-re-rub
saint of me.deep dish dub
Greenlight (Sandy Riveras King Of Times) John Legend
The Plague 2020 Maffioli
DISYA BAD BOY MAFFIOLI
7A - Energy 6 - DWRXX_Maffioli_Sammie J_EXODUS_PRE
Cover Me (Dixon Remix) Depeche Mode, Dixon
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion

Supernatural Love (Samuri & Divided Souls Meets Tyler Woods Remix) Reel Gruv, Luciano, Samuri, Divided Souls, Tyler Woods
Perfect Fit (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Heartbeat
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther
Tessio - Original Mix Luomo
Needy Girl (Lifelike Remix) Chromeo
Wagon (Krikor Remix) Ark
Brighter Days (Huxley Remix) Hayze
Don't Go (Original Mix) Elektrochemie
Trees (Butch Stripped Mix) Tuvaband, Butch

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Under House Arrest » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 02 May 2020 16:53:52 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Fiends!!

Hope you and your loved ones are safe and doing well during this virus lockdown BS.

Music is the answer. Take us to a happy place while we deal with daily life ups and downs.

It's time for another dattrax mix, this house music journey will be 3hrs long and taking you through 72 tracks - lots of vocals, lots of techy, dubby, funky, bumpy instrumentals, lots of classic house and pop house bootleg tracks, blending with our aggressive layering style.

Let us know what you think as you dance, drive, workout, walk your doggie, cooking or other social distancing friendly activies while listening to this mix.

How you all enjoy and share with other house lovers.

Thanks to my pal, Forrest for the idea for this mix's name.

----------------------------------------------------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

----------------------------------------------------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

----------------------------------------------------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

dattrax mixes are available on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 107+ mixes.

Or try this link:
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

If you use Android on your cell phone, then get the Google made "podcast" app which is white with orange and red circles, and then search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

----------------------------------------------------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a PC laptop and No sync applied.

----------------------------------------------------------
Broken Blues [Feat. Andreya Triana] (Purple Disco Machine Remix) Mousse T., Andreya Triana, Purple Disco Machine
Birdland &ME
Needy Girl (Zdar Dub) Chromeo
The Sad Piano - Jimpster Remix Justin Martin
Trouble is a Friend (Eli Escobar Mix) Lenka
Lobata - Original Mix Manuel Tur, DPlay
Alcatraz - Kenton Slash Demon Remix Kasper BJ
Ice' N Fire - Original Mix Steve Bug
Damage feat. Tracey Thorn - M.A.N.D.Y. Remix Tiefschwarz
Anymore - Phonique Remix Badmouth
Reachin' Out - Dave Spoon Mix The Timewriter
Clouds Across The Moon - Kasper Bjorke Intergalactic Dub Version Rah Band
Pattern Recognition - DJ Swank Remix Justin Harris
Right Here - Original Mix Gavin Herlihy, James Barnsley
Star - Rocco Dub Mix Reel People, Tony Momrelle
Vaca Compana - Original Mix Danny T
Aftermath - Original Mix Nightmares On Wax
Billie Jean (A Tribute to MJ) (Incl. DJ Fudge Remix) (Original Bootleg Mix) Rocco & Danny Marquez
Body Language - Jona Mix M.A.N.D.Y., Booka Shade
Ritual Union - Maya Jane Coles Remix Little Dragon
Soldiers Of Karkadu - Original Mix Komytea
Estupendo (Gui Boratto Remix) Arsenal
Addiction - Original Mix Prompt
Singing In The Bathtub - Original Mix Sezer Uysal, Evren Ulusoy
About Us - Derrick Carter's b.h.q Voca Colette
I'm Lonely (Laura Jones Remix) Hollis P Monroe
Won't Bother Me - Original Mix 2020 SoundSystem
House Maestro - Rene Amesz Remix Sebastien Lintz
Inspiration - Original Mix Arnold Jarvis
Smart Cats vs. Dumb Dogs - Original Mix Jona
S.O.S. (Message In A Bottle) - Tom Novy Remix Filterfunk
Mono Rain (Original Mix) Dave DK, Holger Zilske
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix Raze
Hotflash! - Original Mix Oliver $
Sweep - Mikkel Metal Reshape Vox Blue Foundation
Kill The Disco (Meaty Minimal Dub Mix) Van Rivers
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Drop Out Orchestra Rework) Talking Heads
Soy Como Soy Feat Cleydys Villalon - Original Makossa & Megablast
Promised Land Joe Smooth
So Long (Solomun Remix) Made By Pete, Jem Cooke, Solomun
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights
The Hikikomori (Original Mix) Silicone Soul
Beautiful World (Hrdvsion Remix) Amirali
When The Smoke Is Going Up (Original Mix) David Kassi
Waiting For The Sun (Kasper Bjorke Remix) Here Is Why
Go On Then feat. Jem Cooke (Sparse Vocal Dub) Kate Simko, Jem Cooke
Take It Out (Sean Thomas Drumsong Remix) Saturn Never Sleeps
Till We Die (Original Mix) Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert
Krupp - Minilogue Remix Kritical Audio
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls, Onita Boone, Mousse T
Beirut Boogie - Original Mix Sebbo
Fly Life Xtra (Original Mix) Basement Jaxx
I'll House You - Original Mix Flipside, M1
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive
South Africa Deep - Original Mix Tommy Bones
Big Fun - The Classic Magic Juan Mix Remake Inner City
Animal Magic - DJ T Remix Will Saul
Flash of Light feat. Roisin Murphy (Original Mix) Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante
Crazy (Phonique Remix) Ornette
Maniac (Original Mix) Peaches, Moullinex
Les Djinns - Def Jaguar Remix Djuma Soundsystem
Take Some Time Out - Original Mix Arnold Jarvis
Rebecca Loos - Original Mix Alexis Tyrel
Colours Of You - Riton Re-Rub Tama Waipara
Hi-Murda - Original Mix Agnes
Bonita Applebum (Sir Piers and Si Ashton's Curious House Mix) Sir Piers, A Tribe Called Quest, Si Ashton
Compulsive Disorder - Original Mix Act. Sense
Lovelee Dae - 20:20 Vision Remix Blaze
Soldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) Sade
Monkey On My Deck - Studio Version Booka Shade
Atoms - Henrik Schwarz Remix Dark Globe, Boy George

Without Constraints » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:21:59 +0000

dattrax: Dear House Music Lovin' Friends, this is a moment in history, this Corona Virus happening. It's hard on everyone and our hearts go out to the families and busineses that have been devasted by this global pandemic.

For the next 2hrs and 15 mixes, you're going to take your mind off of this craziness.

This mix is my 2nd attempt. We hope that you enjoy it!

Shout out to all the house music DJs, producers, vocalists and dancers for keeping the love real.

----------------------------------------------------------
PHOTO CREDIT: Thank you Wanye Bailey at https://www.phobybai.com/ Toronto, Ontario, Canada

----------------------------------------------------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

----------------------------------------------------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

----------------------------------------------------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

dattrax mixes are available on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 107+ mixes.

Or try this link:
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

If you use Android on your cell phone, then get the Google made "podcast" app which is white with orange and red circles, and then search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

----------------------------------------------------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a PC laptop and No sync applied.

----------------------------------------------------------
Our Time Our Chance feat. Ian Whitelaw - Original Mix Phonique Dessous Recordings
Getting Nowhere (Yoruba Soul Remix) Magnetic Man feat. John Legend Rinse
Birdland &ME Keinemusik
Lonely (Lars Behrenroth Deeper Shades Mix) Jaymz Nylon, Kyla Sexton Nylon Trax
My Voice Zeké Africa Moda Black
Heartbeat (Original Mix) Major Notes feat. Lisa Lee Lossol Entertainment
I Rise (feat. Msaki) Black Motion
Respect Is You (Mapiano & Sunny Boy Uhuru Souldub) Louie Vega, Maphorisa, Berita, Mapiano, Sunny Boy Uhuru Vega Records
Move Me (Original Mix) Kellerkind Stil Vor Talent
Foreign Language (Will Saul & Tam Cooper Remix) Flight Facilities, Jess Future Classic
Clap Your Hands (Club Mix) Zakes Bantwini feat. Xolani Sithole DiverseCity Music
Dormagen (Original Mix) GRDN. STIG
Going Back To My Roots (feat. Tessa B) (Original Mix) Synapson, Tessa B Parlophone France
How We Communicate (Original Mix) Davide Squillace Crosstown Rebels
99 & A Half feat. Alexander East (Deep Dub Mix) Phonique Dessous
Square 1 (Joe Goddard Remix) Deptford Goth, Lxury Greco-Roman
Drumster (Unreleased Version) David Morales Nervous
Needy Girl (Zdar Dub) Chromeo Turbo Recordings
Take Your Time (Original) Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson Random Soul Recordings
Wagon (Krikor Remix) Ark Battle
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive Trashmouth Records
7 Directions (Dennis Ferrer Drum Mix) Luciano, Jaw, Dennis Ferrer Cadenza
Heart Beat (Nick Holder Main Mix) Drumattix DNH
Reachin' Out - Dave Spoon Mix The Timewriter Plastic City
Hi-Fi (Multiply Freaks Voodoo Guitar Dub) Wizards of Ooze Classic Music Company
Art moderne - EP (Joris Delacroix (feat. William Besson) - Art moderne) Joris Delacroix Timid Records
Mono Rain (Original Mix) Dave DK, Holger Zilske Playhouse
One Up (Drop of Fears) feat. Amina (Pezzner Remix) Pezzner, Amina Systematic Recordings
Jafar (Original Mix) Elfenberg Visceral
Soldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) Sade
Love Bells - Original Mix Hatikvah Morris Audio Citysport Edition
Step Into My Life (Nu Disco Club Mix) Startraxx Mena Music
Hotflash! - Original Mix Oliver $ Grandpetrol Recordings
Alcatraz - Kenton Slash Demon Remix Kasper BJ hfn
Body Language - Jona Mix M.A.N.D.Y., Booka Shade Get Physical Music
Ain't Nobody Feat. Onita Boone (Mousse T.'s Ain't No Good Man Mix) Seductive Souls, Onita Boone, Mousse T Peppermint Jam
***rybo*y - Original Mix Karol XVII & MB Valence Loco Records
Trouble is a Friend (Eli Escobar Mix) Lenka
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights Renaissance
Promised Land Joe Smooth Broken Records

Decades End » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 20:00:03 +0000

dattrax » Happy NEW YEAR's Eve and Happy 2020!!

As we close out 2019, a Decade's End, some thoughts for our Fellow House Headz:

We've had a mixture of really bad shit happen to us and good shit also.

What do we do? At the end of the day, we say, "It is what it is" and muster all the energy we can to focus on the positive and treat each new day with a fresh outlook, a positive outcome perspective and a new energy to fight another day.

It takes ONE SUCCESS in any given area of your life to wipe away ALL the failures. Just aim hard at achieving that ONE SUCCESS.

Everyone has heartbreak, failures and the truth is NO ONE GIVES A SHIT. Not because they are bad but have their own BS to struggle through. It's hard to accept but liberating at the same time.

However, when you reach that ONE SUCCESS, then everyone will applaud your 'overnight success'. Whether it be your health, your career or business, your kids, your one love, your passion, whatever you want to win at.

Go make 2020 your best banner year yet!! You can do it. We're your cheerleaders!!

Do it for you and do it for all your haters. Your happiness is your #1 priority!!! (as the great and late, Patrice O'Neal has declared many times).

Success is the best weapon against negativity. Show them that you are living your best life possible!

With all that fortune cookie goodness aside, the Chinese in me ; ) All the best to you and your loved ones in this coming year!!

We're very excited to share this new house music mix with you!

For all of you that lose yourself on the dance floor and get an automatic grin from ear to hear when you hear and feel the house music that moves you + your heart and mind swells with happiness and transportation to your youth and your happy place in your mind + you release all your life's stress, pain and joy.

This is for YOU.

All our stress, pain and happiness poured into this mix (and every dattrax mix). May it bring you a bit of happiness as we close out this decade.

Been working on this mix for a few months (about 4 batches of house music bought at Traxsource and Beatport during summer to fall of 2019, approx 200+ tracks. Picked the first two tracks and started mixing. The reason it took months is because although I made about 9 attempts, each time ending within an hour or two losing the mood, the feeling and expression I was looking for). Hope you enjoy this love-infused house music mix!!

Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the "Podomatic" app and search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer.

If you use Android on your cell phone, then get the Google made "podcast" app which is white with orange and red circles, and then search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Podcasts:
https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

dattrax mixes are available on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 110+ mixes.

Or try this link:
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ with the exception of "HRRSN Live Podcast" *A track I lifted from this podcast mix that I don't know then name of but HAD to mix this beaut!!

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a PC laptop and No sync applied.

Thin Disguise » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:49:03 +0000

dattrax » It's time again Boys and Girls who love HOUSE MUSIC!!!

Thank you for stopping by and listening to our DJ house music mixes! We're up to 106 mixes now!!

Just turned 45 and feeling young again spinning and dancing to house!! Deeper back into the music!!

Very excited to share this new house music mix with you!

Been working on this mix for about a few months. Hope you enjoy this silky smooth vocal offering.

Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

------------------------------------------------------------------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/

dattrax mixes are available on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 106 mixes.

Or try this link:
https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

If you use Android on your cell phone, then get the Google made "podasts" app which is white with orange and red circles, and then search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

------------------------------------------------------------------------
Here's the 29 tracks on this mix »
Moony - Dove (I'll Be Loving You) (John Creamer & Stephane K Vocal Mix)
Animal Magic - DJ T Remix Will Saul
Show Me How feat. Natalie Conway (Original Mix) Finnebassen
Phezulu (Aero Manyelo Remix) Blanka Mazimela
Reach for the Stars (feat. Nalize) XtetiQsoul
Whatever I Do - Original Mix Andre Lodemann
Temple (Original Mix) Rinzen
Awake or Dreaming - feat Astro - Martin Ten Velden mix
Take It Out (Sean Thomas Drumsong Remix) Saturn Never Sleeps
Lobata - Original Mix Manuel Tur, DPlay
The Wanderer (Dixon Edit) Romanthony, Dixon
After The Tone - Original Mix Random Factor
Cover Me (Dixon Remix) Depeche Mode, Dixon
Musique Noire (Jamie Jones In & Out Edit) Jonny White, James Teej
Everything You See (HiRO Remix) Sei A
Flight Into BA feat. Kevin Knapp - Original Mix Kate Simko
Walk With Me feat. Esther (Martin Roth Remix) Jetlag, Esther
Gentle Doubt - Original Mix Andre Lodemann
Five Moons feat Chela (Original Mix) Damian Lazarus & The Ancient Moons, Damian Lazarus
The Hikikomori (Original Mix) Silicone Soul
This Time Baby (Classic Disco Mix) David Anthony (UK), Lisa Millett
Distrait (Nick Curly & Gorge Remix) Steve Lawler
Cry Baby (Original Mix) Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive
Do It Right (Dub) Bruce Loko
Susan Cries (Rhythm Plate Light Mix) Bang Bang
Estupendo (Gui Boratto Remix) Arsenal
Perfect Fit (Original Mix) Niko Schwind, Heartbeat
Vice - Original Vox Solaris Heights
Ritual Union - Maya Jane Coles Remix Little Dragon

------------------------------------------------------------------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ with the exception of the first track, taken from Lee Kalt's, "Safer From Harm" house mix, a beautiful work of a great DJ & the fourth track from Dino & Terry, Toronto House DJ Legends. Thank you Gents!!

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a PC laptop and No sync applied.

Timeless Pursuit » Strictly 80's Pop + House Covers of 80s Pop + hOuSe InStRuMeNtALs

dattrax — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 14:30:17 +0000

dattrax: WOW!! It's been a year since the last house mix was posted!!! (I've probably made over 30 mixes since then but they all sucked or had unforgivable mistakes. All our mixes have imperfections and slight mistakes but it's the trainwrecks or the wrong selection that just drops the mood you were trying to create that you don't want to share ;).

It's been a challenging last few years personally. Life happens. Not all positive but you roll with the punches. You try to see some good in your circumstances and realise that at the end of the day, you can only control you and NOT ANYTHING OR ANYONE ELSE, not what they do, say, feel or think. Then you pick yourself up and move on the best that you can.

Thank you for stopping by and listening to our DJ house music mixes! We're up to 105 mixes now!! It's probably less than 10% of all the mixes we've made but it's the ones that we love and enjoy to listening over and over.

A house mix should be special. Not to be listened to once and then deleted or discarded. A good house mix is one that you want to listen over and over again to put you in that happy mental and puts that big fat smile on your face.

This is how mixed tapes were treated back when Jim and I first fell in love with house. There were very few mixed cassette tapes from our favourite Toronto DJs, so when you got a hold of a good one. WOW!! It got dubbed and shared with your dozen closest friends. It got played over and over again on your portable cassette player.

Jim and I are best friends and have both loved house since we were 15-16 and now we're both 40+!!

We're still addicted to buying house music every single month!

I'm very excited to share this new house music mix with you!

Been working on this mix for about a month in the cracks of time between work, seeing my beautiful children on most weekends, networking and hanging out with good friends. Been thinking about an 80s pop and house mix for years. Thinking and not doing. LMAO.

I hope that you love 80s pop and love it with house music mixed in between and tons of house music covers of 80s pop tunes or house instrumentals.

Layered and mixed just the way we like it.

I was so sad when the greats George Michael, Michael Jackson and Prince passed away the last few years. This mix will probably get banned because it has huge pop hits, but here we go.

If this mix makes you feel happy or any other positive emotions, then please share it online with anyone who you think might like house + 80s pop. Most likely your friends who are over 40 yrs old will like this ; ).

Please reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; ) Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

Our main mix site: http://dattrax.podomatic.com/

All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ with the exception of the pops tunes which were bought on iTunes, Google Playstore/Music/Whatever it's called and our good friend Eric Ling, one of the most prolific DJs in Toronto. He shares his wide knowledge of 80s pop to people who go crazy like us and in the hottest venues in Toronto.

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version (FINALLY got this 3rd generation S4 and it's a ton of fun to mix with. Had the first gen S4 in 2011 I think. Great product and software), a PC laptop and No sync applied.

dattrax mixes are vailable on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 105 mixes.

Or try this link:
https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

If you use Android on your cell phone, then get the Google made "podasts" app which is white with orange and red circles, and then search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

( (( ( Take This In )) ) ) » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:58:38 +0000

dattrax: How is everyone doing? Life is great with you?

I'm very excited to share this new house music mix with you! Been working on this mix for months in the cracks of time between work, seeing my beautiful children on most weekends, networking and hanging out with good friends.

Thank you for stopping by and listening to our DJ mixes. Jim and I are best pals and have both loved house since we were 16 and at 40+ we're still addicted to buying house music every month! We hope you like this 3hr tour de force with so many strong vocals and smooth grooved beats.

Layered and mixed just the way we like it.

Big thanks and kudos to all the producers and vocalists that deep in this mix and who make people fall in love with house music!!

Madmotormiquel, Sebo,Haldo, Fabrizio Marra, Moe Turk, Matthew Dekay & Lee Burridge, Jason B Rmx, Vinny Gruvhunter, Lenny Kravitz, Dapayk & Padberg, Greenbeam & Leon, Maya Jane Coles, Jullian Gomes, The Layabouts feat. Omar Reel People Music, Linda Axelsson, Kususa & QueTornik, DeMajor, Lizwi, Kususa, QueTornik, Murk (Oscar G & Ralph Falcon), Jocelyn Brown, MAW = Little Louie Vega & Kenny "Dope" Gonzeles, Thabzen Bibo, Dj Greg Lewis, Bennie Cowan, Enoo Napa Afro, Yves Murasca, Rampa, Ost & Kjex, Riva Starr, Dario D'attis, Josef, Agent X, Galaxy Group, D-Malice, Kaysoul, Tolga Fidan, Vakant, Llorca, Miamik, Antonello Coghe & Filipe Narciso, Anane, Antonello Coghe, S.Y.F., Mapiano & Sunny Boy Uhuru, Maphorisa, Berita, Mapiano, Jay Tripwire, Roland Clark, Kasper Bjørke, Black Coffee, Alicia Keys, Nightmares On Wax, Dario D'Attis, Yvan Genkins, MMF = Music for Freaks, Robosonic, Jeru The Damaja, Simma Black, Mike Dunn, Gershon Jackson, Sio Blackwidow, Yoruba Soul, Soul Central feat. Abigail Bailey, Akase, MKM, Hall & Oats, Valentina, Joe Goddard, Michael Watford, Jamie Lewis, Mario Bianco, AlyBe, Carlo in Action Cimelde, Marlon D, Eddie Amador, Mood 2 Swing, Thompson & Lenoir, Made By Pete, Hilton Caswell, Jem Cooke, Vince Vega,GOTYE, Carissa Nicole, Reggie Steele, Sting, Quentin Harris, Eric Johnston, KANT, Random Soul feat Kristen Pearson, Nadja Lind, Les Fraises feat. Sashe, Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner.

If this mix makes you feel happy or any other positive emotions, then please share it online with anyone who you think might like house. Please reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online we've been a part of.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; ) Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform: dattrax@gmail.com

Our main mix site: http://dattrax.podomatic.com/

All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/ with the exception of the Sting vocal bootleg by Quentin Harris, a track I got from a Toronto DJ friend many years ago.

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller (used as a DJ mixer), a PC laptop, two Stanton ST-150 vinyl turntables & Traxtor control vinyl records. No sync applied.

Available on iTunes. Just download Apple's purple coloured app called "Podcast" and search for "house music by dattrax" and boom, you'll have access to our 100+ mixes.

Or try this link:
https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435

If you use Android as your cell phone, then go to the Google Play Store in the podcast section and search 'house music by dattrax'

Or try this link for Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwgmisuneli5p3ivo2wpkumvf24

"House Music for Caden" » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 20:59:22 +0000

dattrax: This house music mix is for an old highschool friend Kirsten's son, Caden. Kirsten and I had mutual friends in Toronto and we all LOVE house!

Caden is a brave young boy that has just finished years of cancer treatment and has been cancer free for three years. This is a celebration.

Coincidentally, September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. "One in 285 children are diagnosed with a malignant cancer by the time they reach their 20th birthday, and one in 5 succumb to cancer."

"Go gold for childhood cancer awareness month and pick up one of these limited edition step stools to help offset travel costs for childhood cancer families driving from Northern Ontario to Sick Kids Hospital, in Toronto."
https://thenicebenchco.com/collections/gogold/products/go-gold (See the super young Ontarian creating these chairs to help charities:
https://www.facebook.com/nicebenchco/ and
https://thenicebenchco.com/).

Here's the playlist of this vocal mix is filled with House Classics ("Classic House" for us are tracks from 1985-1995 era in Toronto, Remixes/Covers of House Classics, House Music Covers of popular songs and other house vocal and instrumental tracks. Enjoy!!

Remember the Time (Sleeper Heartbroken Remix) Michael Jackson & Telepopmusik
Flight of Birds (Original Mix) Bedouin All Day I Dream
No One (Original Mix) Daniel Bortz Pastamusik
A Jazz Affair (Original) Abicah Soul soWHAT
The Love Story EP (Tainted Jazz) Wally Callerio feat. Delmos Wade Guesthouse
Velosophy EP (PWR) Raygun Night Drive Music
Our Time Our Chance feat. Ian Whitelaw - Original Mix Phonique Dessous Recordings
Zebra Talk EP (Den Remix (Digital Bonus)) Someone Else 31337 Records
Feel What You Want feat. Rebecca (feat. Rebecca) Phonique Dessous
Change Of Heart (Original Mix) James Hunter Affin
Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Main Mix) Kwamey & Franky Boissy Chez
Blue Water (Original Mix) Villanova
Lovelee Dae - 20:20 Vision Remix Blaze Playhouse
Love It Like I Do (303 Mix) Deep Fiction ITH
Moments (Original) David Harness & Chris Lum Harlum Muziq
Ain't That Love (Original Mix) Maceo Plex Ellum Audio
Meet You (Thomas Lizzara Remix) David K Toka Beatz
Show Me How feat. Natalie Conway (Original Mix) Finnebassen Underground Audio
Lady Harlem (Agent X Stricly Beatdown Instrumental) Galaxy Group Loveslap Recordings
Lost In the Fold (Original Mix) Navid Izadi Double Standard Records
Leave Me (Dubfire Playa Remix) Hot Since 82, Habischman, Dubfire Moda Black
It's You (DJ T.'s 2012 Edit) E.S.P Get Physical
Sunspots EP (Pancake (Original)) Nadja Lind Lucidflow
Take Some Time Out - Original Mix Arnold Jarvis Music For A Lifetime
Bonbons And Black Tea Concolor Sound Architecture Records
Break 4 Love - Soul Clap Main Mix Raze
In Love Deepology Digital Sampler Vol. 01 (Shiprinski - Cocktail Place) Various Artists Deepology Digital
Smalltown Boy (Dan Grassler Edit) Bronski Beat
Mod Rampa Keinemusik
Adele - Lovesong (Gru vhunter & Chris IDH remix)
Star - Rocco Dub Mix Reel People, Tony Momrelle
Everybody Be Somebody Featuring Yavahn (Sharam Jey & Kolombo Remix) Ruffneck Bunny Tiger
Soldier Of Love (Jason B Edit) Sade
Frisky (Original) Maceo Plex Crosstown Rebels
Bring Down the Walls (Remastered) Robert Owens Harmless Records
Black Queen (Enoo Napa Afro Mix) De Cave Man, Enoo Napa MoBlack Records
Control 80s Child Midnight Riot
Fresh (Original Mix) Babert Solid State Disco
Fake It (Fake It (Frankman Remix)) Phonique Dessous
Tried So Hard (Special Vocal Mix) Bobby Pruit ITH
Midnight Plaza EP (Midnight Plaza) Shiprinski Deepology Digital
I Can't Get No Sleep (Ken Lou 12 Mix) Masters At Work feat. India Cutting Records
Eclaire Ma Vie (Original Mix) Raffa Scoccia Defected
A Night With a DJ (Original) Holly Enterpride Records
The Heat Feat. Liz Cass (Original Mix) John Monkman
Raining Again (Original Mix) Betoko Diynamic
The Word Is Love (Silks Orginal Anthem Mix) Sharon Pass, Steve Silk Hurley S&S Records
I Get Lifted-The Bar Dub Barbara Tucker Strictly Rhythm
Talking Heads - Psycho Killer (Drop Out Orchestra Rework) Talking Heads
Promised Land Joe Smooth Broken Records
Big Fun - The Classic Magic Juan Mix Remake Inner City [PIAS] Recordings
Jazzy Take Way Ep (Avocado Nigiri (Moodymanc Remix)) MaStaFaktor Apparel Music
Hey Hey - DF's Attention Vocal Mix Dennis Ferrer Objektivity
Lizard (The Good Track) Phonique Dessous
Love & Happiness (Yemaya Y Ochun) (2009 Mixes) (Incl. David Penn & Michel Cleis Remixes) (Michel Cleis 'Floreo' Remix) River Ocean feat. India Strictly Rhythm
Dextrous (Original Mix) Nightmares On Wax Warp Records
Billie Jean (A Tribute to MJ) (Incl. DJ Fudge Remix) (Original Bootleg Mix) Rocco & Danny Marquez Purple Music
Free - Mood II Swing Extended Vocal Mix Ultra Nate Strictly Rhythm
The Tribal EP (Love & Happiness) (Conga Drums) River Ocean feat India Strictly Rhythm
Brighter Days feat. Dajae-Underground (Goodie Mix '93) Cajmere, Dajae Cajual Records
Brighter Days 2011 Remixes (Karizma And DJ Spen Deepah Dub Mix) Cajmere feat. Dajae Cajual

You can buy all their tracks on Traxsource.com and Beatport.com with the exception of the first track, the Michael Jackson bootleg by Telepopmusik.

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller and a laptop, with sync applied (this is a first because time was limited).

There's a PayPal donate button on the right of this Podomatic site if you want to show your appreciation. PayPal email if you are listening this mix on another site/platform: dattrax@gmail.com

Any amount would be wonderful! Thank you!

Come back here and visit again: http://dattrax.podomatic.com/ For any Toronto or Global bookings please email us at dattrax@gmail.com

Freeform Sonix » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC » Live Guest Mix @ CTRL ROOM 2017

dattrax — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:55:05 +0000

dattrax: Summer is sweet in Toronto and so is the house music!!

Thank you for stopping by. We hope you enjoy this mix!!

We played a special live set at CTRL ROOM and it was a blast! Check out their site: http://www.ctrlroom.ca/ and YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/416CR
These guys are having the top Toronto House Music DJs play on their internet radio show every week!! It's been fun every time we've been invited. Awesome equipment and sound. Hubert and Lawrence are great guys who run CR!!

This mix was created on a Denon DJ mixer and two Pioneer CDJ-800 cd/usb turntables. No sync applied.

If you want to show your appreciations and support, then please donate to our PayPal email: dattrax@gmail.com

Any amount would be great! Thank you! Come back here and visit again: http://dattrax.podomatic.com/ For any Toronto or Global bookings please email us at dattrax@gmail.com

Can't Stop » Won't Stop » sTriCLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sat, 18 Mar 2017 18:33:50 +0000

dattrax: Well it's that time again Boys & Girls! Work has been nuts and family has been great. Hope you are all squeezing every moment of every day of it's goodness! There is so much to be thankful for.

The family is out and I got laundry going and going, so had time to shake the house with loud house music. This is probably my 4th attempt in weeks at making this mix with these 34 tracks. Been listening to about 50 tracks for the last month and every attempt had highs and lows but wasn't good enough to be posted. Want to post a mix that you would enjoy more than once.

Thank you for giving us a listen! We appreciate it. We have loved house since we were 16yr old boys and all this new inspiring music helps re-energize us every time. This is our #101 mix on this podcast site!!

It's been almost 7yrs this August since we've had this site, however, the mixes on this site represent our 20+ yrs history of DJing, partying to house and loving house music with some of the earlier work transferred from cassette tapes and CDs.

Please let us know in the comments if you enjoyed this mix and how you felt while listening to it! Please share our mixes with your friends. We appreciate you spreading the word.

We support the artists in this genre since we first started buying records in our teens. All tracks in this mix are from Traxsource.com and Beatport.com Email us at dattrax@gmail.com if you want the playlist of this mix and want to go buy these tracks for yourself.

MASSIVE thanks to all the fantastic house music producers and vocalists that are in this mix. You make us fall in love with house music all over again with your incredible creations!!

HVOB, The Black 80s, Dominik Marz, Yannick Labbé, Ost, Kjex, Rampa, Sobi, Luis Junior, Douglas Greed, Kuss, Velma Dandzo, Young DJ, Wally Callerio, Jorge Watts, Daniel Treloar, Sandy Rivera, Kings Of Tomorrow, April, Abicah Soul, Lee Burridge, Mobi Dixon, Monique Bingham, Nature Of Music, Lil'Dirrty, Michal Ho, Mius, Kasia Kowalczyk, Curtis Gabriel, Valentina Black, Dantiez, Khila, Sunshine Jones, Dubtribe Sound System, Solomun, Michael Mayer, Joe Goddard, Moose & Squirrel, Toto Chiavetta, KDA, Tinashe, Josh Milan, Oja, Soulman, Jimpster, Hyenah, DJ Le Roi, Lady Bird, Black Coffee, Eli Escobar, Nomi Ruiz, Filipe Narciso, DJ Alpha & Jaso, Nolusindi & Duduetsang, Dennis Cruz, Roach Motel, 2 Stupid Dogz, Eddie Amador, Zeké Africa, Soul Button, Stee Downes, Habischman, Rampa, Kid Fonque, D-Malice, Clara Hill, Boddhi Satva, Doc D, Brian McKnight and Doc 'N' Tomes

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller and a laptop. No sync applied.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you want to show your appreciation. Any amount would be great! Thank you! Come back here and visit again: http://dattrax.podomatic.com/ For any Toronto or Global bookings please email us at dattrax@gmail.com

(( ( Serious Bizness )) MixTwo » sTriCLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 16:21:25 +0000

dattrax: WOW! It's been ages since the last mix. We hope you like this one. It's the second mix to our "Serious Bizness, MixOne".

Our apologies, there is a slight train wreck near the end after "Play with the Voice", but other than that it is a pretty smooth run with lots of sweet house vocals and deep and funky house beats.

Happy New Year!! 2017 is going to be amazing for everyone!

Thank you for giving us a listen! We appreciate it. We have loved house since we were 16yr old boys and all this new amazing music helps re-energize us every time.

This is actually our 100th mix on this podcast site!! It's been almost 7yrs since we've had this site, however, the mixes on this site represent our 20+ yrs history of DJing and loving house music with some of the earlier work transferred from cassette tapes and CDs.

All tracks in this mix are from Traxsource.com and Beatport.com with the exception of "Reach for the Stars", which our friends and Toronto DJ legends, Dino & Terry gave us recently, and for "Everything She Wants", a re-mastered WHAM! classic by the incredible George Michael and from the Google Play Store.

I will miss him deeply, as I have listened to his music since I was 12, so over 30yrs. I've been sad for this passing and have been watching everything George Michael on YouTube. 2016 was a tough year for the celebrities my best pal, Jim and I grew up with in the 80's.

Please let us know in the comments if you enjoyed this mix and how it made you feel! Please share our mixes with other House Heads. Much appreciated!

Big thanks to all the producers and vocalists that adorn this mix and make people fall in love with house music!!
Huxley, Hayze, Ed Ed, Sasse, Dj Vivona, Phonique, Antonia Vai, Nicky Deep, Black Assertion, Nalize, XtetiQsoul, Guy Gerber, Dawn, The Black 80s, Jack Kaind, Brett Gould, Morgan Page, Sunny Levine, Wankelmut, Roland Clark, Art Department, X-Press 2, Luke Solomon, Justin Harris, Asad Rizvi, Spencer Gray, Niko Schwind, Dakar, Just Her, Allies For Everyone, Norty Cotto, Jazzmattik, Missum, Hollis P Monroe, Storm Queen, Morgan Geist, Esette, Piper Davis, Pier Bucci, Lil Magdalene, Lal Meri, Nonku, Hyenah, Markus Muller, Ana Coya, Ilona Maras, Agoria, Drop Out Orchestra, Talking Heads, AbysSoul, Sió, Navid Izadi, Solaris Heights. Re.You, Florian Busse, Carlos Sanchez, Ultra Nate, Basement Boys, Tessa B, Synapson, Lioba, Piemont, Amina, Pezzner, David Anthony, Lisa Millett, Csilla, Joe T Vannelli, Masters At Work, Frank Roger, Shahrokh, Sound Of K, Black Coffee, Alicia Keys, Monique Bingham, Serge Devant, Jonas Rathsman, Josef Salvat, Wham! feat. George Michael

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller and a laptop. No sync applied.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

(( ( Serious Bizness )) MixOne » sTriCLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 04:26:19 +0000

Fellow House Heads, it's been a while! Hope life is treating you great, that you are surrounded by love and that you are pursuing your dreams!

Thank you so much for giving us a listen!

If you are new here, then "WELCOME"!! We have almost a hundred house mixes for you to explore if you like what you hear.

We (Jim and Dat are best friends and have been the DJ duo of 'dattrax' for two decades in Toronto, Canada) have loved house music since our teens and just want to share through our brand of house music with those WHO KNOW. "House is a feeling."

Been wanting to make this mix for over five months and now realize that it will be in two parts, otherwise, it would be a three hour plus mix. The second part might take a backseat to a few mixes first since we have so much new music to share with you!! Since "Ritual Healing" was posted in May2016 and now it's mid-October, Jim and I have bought another five batches of house from Beatport and Traxsource.

Nothing would ever be possible without the amazing singers, producers, and DJs who keep expanding this scene. THANK YOU for pouring your love into this genre! Keeping so many of us old guys young every time we discover a new track that gives us that goosebump all over feeling.

Swayzak, Jordan Fields, Ame, Ry, Frank Wiedemann, Martin Solveig, Soldiers Of Twilight, Robert Owens, Soul Clap, Terranova, Brenda D, Kate Simko, Mercury, Junior, Tracey Thorn, M.A.N.D.Y., Tiefschwarz, Terry Lee Brown Jr, Martin Luther King speech (from actually vinyl), Diz, Joshua Iz, Anabel Englund, Cajmere, Russoul, Angela Sheik, Fabo, Digitaria, Adana Twins, Crazy P, Will Saul & Tam Cooper, Flight Facilities, Jess, Habersham, Peter B. Andreasen, Pete Oak, Vikter Duplaix, Andre Lodemann, Vikter Duplaix, Andre Crom & Chi Thanh, Jakatta, Phonique, Ornette, Alexkid, Danny Tenaglia, Cerrone, Luke Solomon & Justin Harris, Ralphi Rosario, Francesca Lombardo, Walker & Royce, Stimming, Luomo, Asad Rizvi, Ingrid Hakanson, Javi, Saarid, Serge Devant, Jonas Rathsman and Josef Salvat.

Much love and respect for the above house vocalists and producers. You can buy all their tracks on Traxsource.com. Message us for the playlist for this house mix if you are really interested:

Please comment here, share with your friends who love house and reach out to us: http://www.torontodj.biz We love hearing from you.

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller and a laptop. No sync applied.

There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Ritual Healing » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 20 May 2016 14:59:44 +0000

Hello Fellow House Music Fanatics and Newcomers, welcome!!

We are now also available in the Google Play Store's new podcast section, and are still in the iTunes podcast section. For both, just type in the search box, 'house music by dattrax' >> you'll have access to almost 100 free house mixes whether you're on Android or iOS. BOOM!

It's been the longest dry spell we've every had this past year for putting up our house mixes. Our apologies, however, we have not slowed down in buying more house tracks. We're junkies!!

We've bought over 200 tracks in 5 separate batches from Traxsource and Beatport since the last mix was posted on our site. Been working on two mixes, which we believe you're going to LOVE.

This mix, "Ritual Healing" has gone through probably at least eight versions >> each one had some parts that were really amazing and other parts that just sucked! It has been very frustrating, but accepted as part of our ritual of growing in love with new house tracks and only having a few hours a week these days.

Most weekends, we listen to about 500+ tracks on Traxsource & Beatport in the late AMs. Jim, my best friend, DJ partner and fellow house fiend takes on tracks on Beatport and I take on Traxsource.

So after about 2,000-2,500 tracks, I usually have about 90-130 tracks total in my virtual crate. Then over a few weekends, I'll dwindle that down to 30-40, then try to find a 15-20% discount code or sit on the crate till Traxsource emails a discount.

Then buy, then listen to the tracks in traffic to and from my day job in Digital Marketing at a downtown Toronto agency.

Then make a mix on a Sat. morning, shaking the whole house for hours (it's fantastic!!), and then listen to it for a few days. If it sucks, then it gets deleted and back to the drawing board we go the next Sat.

It's such a healing ritual because I usually take all my life and work stress and pour it into each mix. In the process, hopefully putting mostly negative energy with some positive and transforming it into something beautiful. Sharing my favourite house tracks in the way that I want them to sound if I was dancing my ass off at a crystal clear and loud club sound system!!

Much love and respect for the following house vocalists and producers. You can buy all their tracks on Traxsource.com. Message us for the playlist for this house mix if you are really interested:

Allies For Everyone, Howling, Hatikvah, MoodWarp, Quintin Christian, Vandermeer, &Me, Damian Lazarus, The Ancient Moons, Larse, Sue Avenue, Larse, Noir, Blaze, Palmer Brown, Solomun, Luca C & Brigante, Roisin Murphy, Luca C, Brigante, Joris Voorn, Matthew Dear, Ost & Kjex, Luka, Mz Jay, At One, Saccao, Moe Turk, Stimming, Martin Buttrich, Mathew Jonson, Laurent Leroy, Hyenah, Denis Horvat, Monique Bingham, Black Coffee, Cubicolor, Moosefly, Iain Howie, Brett Gould, Evans, Shawni, Timo Maas & James Teej, Robosonic, Jeru The Damaja, Rhemi, Hanlei, Lydia Rhodes, Andre Lodemann, Nonku, Dubfire, Hot Since 82, Habischman, Soul Button, Stee Downes, Dahu, Abicah Soul, DJ Spen, Ovijay, Gosha, Dessy Slavova, Anton Ishutin and Pete Oak

Please comment here, share with your friends who love house and reach out to us: http://www.torontodj.biz We love hearing from you.

This mix was created on two Technics 1200s + Native Instrument's S4 Traxtor controller as the DJ mixer + Traxtor vinyl control records and a laptop. No sync applied.

Ground Zero » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 10 May 2015 03:02:42 +0000

Love HOUSE?

Here's a LIVE Guest mix I did at Hubert K's amazing CTRL ROOM. We decided to go Old School with an ALL-VINYL RECORD SESSION!

Nothing beats spinning on vinyl, it was an absolute blast!! Pulling out each record was a flood of memories!

House is so magical. Can't be still listening to it. I can't have it as background music. I can't work and listen to house at the same time. Can't have someone in the car and listen to house at the same time. It always transports me back in time. Feel young, energized, and happy!

Here's the video version of this mix: https://youtu.be/zFYsSe-6Qz4

Thank you Hubert!!

CTRL ROOM is now a great place with full DJ equipment and incredible sound and Toronto's Premier DJs guest spin sets there weekly. Started in June2014, it's really picking up steam!

Check out their YouTube channel with guest mixes from dozens and dozens of Toronto DJs!! https://www.youtube.com/user/416CR/videos

dattrax is a DJ Duo of Jim and Dat who have been best friends and have loved stompin' their boots at late night parties with their heads in the speakers and hands in the air!!

Toronto or Global DJ Bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Check out over 240 Toronto House DJs with over 1600 house mixes in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes/

Our house mixes are also available on iTunes for FREE! https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435?mt=2

Come experience Toronto's Underground...

Deep Coded » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 01:01:20 +0000

What's Up Fellow Fine House Music Lovers??!! It's been over two months since a new dattrax house music has invaded your ear drums and shaken you up and making you bop and smile and move and shake...

Crank your car stereo up! Or your booming sound system, ipod, iphone, android, whatever device! Let this groove infect you!

It's been two months of pent up work and life stress that has been poured into this mix, feel it. Filled by goodies from all these amazing, incredible and ever inspiring house music vocalists, producers, sound constructing magicians:

Caribou, Jaidene Veda, Reel People, Portia Monique, Kai Alce, Malik Alston, LaRonn Dolley, Montana & Stewart, Stephanie Cooke, Atjazz, Jullian Gomes, Bucie, Taron Trekka, Michael Ashe, The Avener, Maya Jane Coles, Moggli, Sandman, Riverside, Jeremy Ellis, Ayro, XtetiQsoul, Eltonnick, Zaki Ibrahim, Rufus T, Echo Deep, Octopuz, Poncho Warwick, Wally Callerio, &ME, DJ Pope, Rufus Roundtree, Ralf GUM, Monique Bingham, Kyle Watson, Lee Foss, Paris Bennet, Quentin Harris, Dennis Ferrer, London Grammar, Shur-I-Kan Vocal, Supernova, Ann Saunderson, DJ Spen, The Journeymen, Jarrad Lees, Dennis Cruz, Few Nolder, Thomas White, Mercury, Sonic Future, Oscar P, Freeform Five, Kevin Mckay, Romanthony, Luis Radio, Nail, Soulphiction, Savio De Simone, Miguel Lin, Freaky Behaviour, Twang, Sting, Jet

This mix is smooth and more organic than our usual flavour. More soulful, lots of drums. We love congos!! Lots of horn instruments. A lot of silky, sexy, rise off your seat vocals. Turn this on and follow the hi-hats and the hypnotic 4/4 thud. HOUSE MUSIC ALL NIGHT LONG BABY!!!!

All Tracks available on Traxsource.com or Beatport.com If you want really really really want, and need a tracklist then reach out to us: dattrax@gmail.com

But we recommend that YOU do the legwork to find the tracks that MOVE you. We listen to about 2000+ tracks to buy 30 or so and we do this every single month. We are house music addicts! Those are usually the averages. Then we put into mixes about 70% or so of what we actually buy. Super picky when it comes to our house music, aren't you??!

DISCLAIMER: We do not own rights to any of these tracks and this is for promotional use only.

All the best Fellow House Headz!

Signing off,

dattrax (best friends & dj duo of Dat & Jim, Toronto House DJs)

BOOKINGS: http://www.torontodj.biz
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435
This is our main house mix site w/ over 95 mixes: http://dattrax.podomatic.com

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... http://dattrax.podomatic.com Any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Significant Unity » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 15 Nov 2014 02:09:32 +0000

dattrax: Hello Fellow House Heads and New House Lovers, it's been a long many months since we last posted a mix but we've been still buying house tracks regularly.

Jim and I have bought 4 batches of 20-35 tracks from Beatport & Traxsource in last 3 months. Yes, still crack addicts, but to house music!

Downloaded this picture from facebook (not sure if pic from a Steve Lawler party in Toronto or not?), so if you own it (& we can verify that), and want this off our site, then let us know and we'll remove it.

But what I love about this pic is that this is why we started loving house music at 16yrs old!! Look closely and feel what these party goers are feeling. Big fat smiles, hands in the air and boots stomping on that dancefloor! What a great pic- HOUSE IS A FEELING!

These 40 or so tracks are my fav from these last 4batches. There are 3 or so Classic House tracks that we bought that are going to make any of you 35-45yrs old FLIP OUT!! We've been buying reissue classics that we own on scratchy vinyl records but are now digitized. Sometimes we lose and they just slap onto the mp3 stores and sounds like a vinyl recording but most of the time it sounds CRISP and PUNCHY! ReMastered. I don't miss the vinyl days. Only DJing on vinyl for that tactile precision ; )

For those of you who are in the know, you are going to lose your minds when you listen to this mix!! CRANK IT LOUD!! (You Deserve It!)

For those of you who are new to house music... and I don't mean that EDM top 40 dance garbage. I mean HOUSE MUSIC. Soulful, funky, jackin', vocally, jazz infused, techy, bouncin', classic, timeless, foot stompin' goodness.

If you are new and you don't freak out. There is zero hope. Yes, hope left the window and is out of your zip code baby!

Have a blast either way! This mix was made with months of life stresses & incredible love of these tracks pushed into this mix. Creating something good out of mixed torrent of emotions! Feel it.

If you're enjoying this mix, then please "like", comment or share this mix!! Thank you so much!!

Thank you for visiting us and we hope you love and check out our mixes. Please feel free to donate any amount to support us with a virtual hi-five. There's a PayPal Donate Button on the right sidebar ; )

All Tracks available on Traxsource.com or Beatport.com If you want really really really want and need a tracklist then reach out to us: dattrax@gmail.com But we recommend that YOU do the legwork to find the tracks that MOVE you. We listen to about 2000+ tracks to buy 30 or so. Those are usually the averages. Then we put into mixes about 70% or so of what we actually buy. Super picky when it comes to our house music.

And for all you house producers who are peeved that we didn't list your tracks. HEY WAKE UP! WE ARE YOUR REAL SUPPORTERS over these 22+ years- JIM AND I BOUGHT ALL YOUR STUFF!!!!!!!!!!!!

DISCLAIMER: We do not own rights to any of these tracks and this is for promotional use only.

Signing off,

dattrax (best friends & dj duo of Dat & Jim, Toronto House DJs)
https://www.facebook.com/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes

BOOKINGS: http://www.torontodj.biz
Download: https://soundcloud.com/dattrax
Streaming: http://www.mixcloud.com/dattrax
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435
This is our main house mix site w/ over 95 mixes:
http://dattrax.podomatic.com

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... http://dattrax.podomatic.com Any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

dattrax's LIVE @ CTRL ROOM » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sat, 16 Aug 2014 16:35:52 +0000

Fellow House Fanatics, we have loved & partied to house music endlessly since we were wee little lads and so happy that you've dropped by to share in our passion.

We recently did a guest house mix at our good friend, Hubert K's new space in the west end of Toronto, in an industrial warehouse district called "The Junction".

His CTRL ROOM's sound system is SICK!!!!!!!
Thank you Hubert for inviting us. Much appreciated.

Hubert has a hunger for great house music of any sub genre and has been part of the underground scene here for a long time. Toronto House DJs & Producers coming together in a big way.

Check out CTRL ROOM's youtube channel, gonna have some amazing Toronto House DJs guest spotting. Looks like a start of something special.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHR5zWSLyDTvOPBCNc2lvAg

Hubert's getting a set of Technics 1200's- YEAH!!!!!! Look out for another guest mix there w/ an ALL VINYL SESSION in AUG 2014 mixed by the dattrax crew!

If you're enjoying this mix, then please "like", comment or share this mix!! Thank you so much!! (this was originally a video but even after acknowledging the copyrights YouTube disabled the audio, so we stripped the audio and put it here ; )

All Tracks available on Traxsource.com or Beatport.com

DISCLAIMER: We do not own rights to any of these tracks and this is for promotional use only.

Signing off,

dattrax (best friends & dj duo of Dat & Jim, Toronto House DJs)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TorontoHOUSEDJMixes/

BOOKINGS: http://www.torontodj.biz
Download: https://soundcloud.com/dattrax
Streaming: http://www.mixcloud.com/dattrax
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/house-music-by-dattrax/id325202435
This is our main house mix site w/ over 95 mixes:
http://dattrax.podomatic.com

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... http://dattrax.podomatic.com Any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Getting It Right Inside » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 03:41:20 +0000

WOW! Summer is here and can't believe it's mid-June 2014 already! This year has been flying by!!

Won't talk to much, just that this mix was made with love and all by past few months of anxieties, frustrations and life stress was poured out into this mix. Hope you feel the love & passion and please feel free to comment or share socially our house music mixes. Lots of new tracks for you to dance to on this one!

In this mix, featuring tracks by these incredibly talented HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Toky, Signal Deluxe, Matthias Wittmann, Just Emma, Marcus Meinhardt, Devil & Bride, Beatamines, David Keno, Nico Stojan, Vinny Gruvhunter & Chris IDH, Uner, Riva Starr, Rssll, BOK, Raffa Scoccia, Tazz, Giom, Mickey, Kolombo, Dave Davis, J&M Brothers & Vicmoren, Aki Bergen, Daniel Jaze, Ken Rosen, Pezzner, Brett Johnson, Dave Barker, M.A.N.D.Y., Derrick Carter, Colette, Terry Lee Brown Jr., Manuel Tur, Paskal, Urban Absolutes, Pete Josef, Rocco, Klement Bonelli, Robert Owens, Corduroy Mavericks, Oliver Koletzki, Fran, Louis Benedetti, Raffa Scoccia, Tom Trago, Henrik Schwarz, Chasing Kurt, Yavahn, Sharam Jey, Ruffneck, Andri, Morgan Page, Sunny Levine, Nicola Fasano, Paula B., Oliver Berger, John Tejada, Jean-Paul Bondy, Betoko, Zdar, Chromeo, Freeform Reform, Jamie Lidell, Masters At Work (MAW), Nuyorican Soul, Pete Heller, Martin Solveig, Rene Amesz, Sebastien Lintz, Giano, DJ Sneak, Azari & III and DJ Blaze

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com
If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

With the exceptions of:
"All Over My Face"- Terry Lee Brown Jr. + Martin Luther's "I Have a Dream" speech
miss you.rolling stones.house bootleg that my friend DJ Eric Ling gave us.
Everything She Wants dattrax Re-Rub (George Michael cover + house instrumental)

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Out of This Winter » sTriCtLY WaRm hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 22:10:59 +0000

dattrax: Hello True Believers! House Music Lovers!!! Welcome!!

In this mix, featuring tracks by these mind blowing HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Chopstick, Johnjon, Ugly Drums, Dave K AYA, Soul Minority, Nathalie Claude, Paul Lorain, Léah Lazonick, Black Light, MR TAFFA, I.L.M, Raffa Scoccia, Tony Barbato, Mr. V, Dj Able, Tribal Audio, Aroop Roy, Murk, Kenny Dope, DJ T., Vin Sol, MATRiXXMAN, Reel People, Debra Debs, Zed Bias, Sandy Rivera, Suroh, Soul Clap, Navid Izadi, M1, Greenskeepers, Gypsy Surf, Cuebur, Jose Burgos, Kenny Bobien, Mizz, Leroy Brown, Kolombo, Soldout, Da Sunlounge, Inland Knights, Alyshakid, Azuni, EPLP, Freaky Behaviour, Tourist, Standard Fair, Nicco, Citizen Deep, Reel Skaps, Dredah, Konstantin Sibold, Chasing Kurt, Coat Of Arms, Audiofly, Big Bully, Hannes Fischer, Feist, M60 Dub, Trigo, Subculture

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Full Spectrum » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Thu, 06 Feb 2014 12:21:49 +0000

dattrax: Welcome to our love and passion Fellow House Fiends!! If you love vocal infused underground house music with dirty beats that make you shake and stomp and raise your hands in the air, then you've come to the right place. We don't mess around here. Listen and enjoy. Please comment or share our house mixes if they put that smile on your face like they do when we make them.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these multi-talented HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Mario, Vidis, Barbarossa, Thomas Gandey & Zeb Wayne, Maxxi Soundsystem, Thomas Gandey, Dan Grassler, Bronski Beat, Mr.Fresh, Oliver Schories, Blond:ish, Peter Zohdy & Michael Senna, Lopazz, Declo, John Monkman feat. Liz Cass, Kate Simko, Jem Cooke, Uffe, DJ T., LNR, Johnny Fiasco, The It, SIOPIS Remix, Kiki, Steve Bug, Steve 'Silk' Hurley, Sharon Pass, Sable Sheep, Beanfield, Marzenka, Yoruba Soul, Terri Walker, The House Master Boyz, The Rude Boy Of House, Burnski, Phonique, Erlend Øye, Phil Kieran, Moodtrap, Libra Classic, IOAKIM SAYZ, Deetron, Jimpster, Jonatan Bäckelie, John Monkman, André Hommen, Dennis Ferrer, Janelle Kroll, The Wizard Brian Coxx, HellenBach, Giom, Akabu, Kadija Kamara, Jay Shepheard & Martin Dawson, Henrik Schwarz, The Detroit Experiment, Talking Heads, Drop Out Orchestra, Depeche Mode and Adamski/Seal

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Just Listen » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 16:13:37 +0000

My best friend of over 20yrs and DJ partner (together we form 'dattrax') said that he read somewhere recently that music is perceived by humans in two very different ways. The first, is a reaction similar to, 'it's nice' and the second, the person feels it in their guts and it moves them!

That's how I think house is like. When someone listens for the first time and most are like 'it's not my thing', or 'it's okay'. Then there are others like Jim and I and we're getting moved emotionally- goose bumps everywhere filled with anticipation and excitement and spine tingling joy.

We're like: "What the @#**!!! is this and how can i get MORE???!!!!!" Like crack addicts when the first hi-hats and sick baselines enter our ears and into our minds and hearts.

That's how we put together mixes, if we don't say 'WOW... that's a sweeeeeeeeeeeeet mix', then we DO NOT POST IT HERE. We don't lose our cookies when we hear a track, we don't buy it- it's that simple.

So however you came to this site. Check out a few mixes, and if you're like 'well... it's alright', then thank you for stopping by and we hope you find something that moves you in your musical journey.

OR you are going to FLIP RIGHT OUT when you hear these tracks we love and feverishly mixed with heart. The ritual behind it all and leading to this mix MOVES you deeply, and for a small fraction of time you forget your stresses in life and just relax, bob your head and smile.

IF this is YOU, then "WELCOME FELLOW BROTHER OR SISTER!!"

And we hope you return for the next mix.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these AMAZINGLY TALENTED HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Daniel Dreier, Paul Schal, HVOB, Ryo Murakami, Atjazz, Halo Feat Maiya, Alexis Tyrel, Paul Schal, Room 10, Bearight, Lookleft, Karin Park, Maya Jane Coles, Michael Melchner, Soul Clap, David Keno, HRRSN, Mr Luke, Severin Borer, Oliver Koletzki, Jose Ortiz, Nicone, Jan Blomqvistson, Funky Fat, Sandy Rivera, Noir, Stimming, Ian Pooley, NiconÃÂ©, John Rydell, Andre Lodemann, Alex Niggemann, Kuss, Douglas Greed, Marian, Riva Starr, Vinicio Capossela, Alison David, Nick Curly, Dennis Ferrer, Janelle Kroll, Franky Rizardo, Niko Schwind, Dunwich, Serge Erege, Sunshine People, Basement Jaxx, Obj, Gui Boratto, Ben Watt, Julia Biel, Solomun, Foals and The Egyptian Lover.

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com (with the exceptions of the two Soul Clap tracks from their soundcloud called "Cruel Banana" and "Kissing Game").

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Electric City » Strictly Classic House Music

dattrax — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 12:15:40 +0000

'Electric City' is a tribute to the city we love and where we fell in love with house music, Toronto. A tribute to its community of house music DJs, producers, promoters, club owners, everyone involved, and then all the party people/ the dancers (including those of us who can't dance but love to ;)

This is a tribute to the house we got into, grew into, grew up in, and fell in love with each time we heard these tracks. A huge hi-five, hug and thank you to all the singers, producers, and DJs that made and played these tracks!!

'Classic House' is a shifting definition... just depends on when you got into house music and when those first 5 to 6 formative years were for you. For us, tracks made in 1985-1996 are considered 'classic' but we started partying in 1990, and from 1990 to 1996 we were privileged to have heard and danced to the earlier tracks.

For "Electric City", I wanted to go for the 'what old is new again' intent, so it's not entirely a classic house mix because it contains some instrumental tracks that were created past '96 and I included covers and remixes of classics that had the same feel, had great sound quality and didn't care when those were actually produced.

For the regular classics, the sound quality was paramount also but had to make exceptions for "Move" and "Music Take Me Up" because they are such wicked tracks (which were my poor attempts at transferring my vinyl to digital). I'm sorry but on "Emotions Electric" was a CD version I bought at Sam The Record Man (sadly not in biz anymore)... back to my apology, I cranked the bass too much so...

Over 5yrs ago, I wasted almost two months in the cracks of time between work and family recording a crate and a half (150 records) into my computer. Realised afterward that because I had a crappy sound card the digitized tracks were flat sounding).

After that Jim and I just started buying classics on Beatport, Traxsource, Itunes, and Defected, and probably 90% of the time the sound quality was excellent.

Got a few classic tracks from friends like Eric Ling, Gene King, Devon Wills, and Tyrone Solomon. Then Roberto Pinto told me about Discogs and all my classic house vinyl dreams are gonna come true. We keep saying but bear repeating: "This is the best time for house music. Period!"

As always, we hope you enjoy this mix and that it gives you that house feeling from head to toe. (If you were so inclined, then please donate any amount you'd like to with the PayPal button on the right side of this site. We've had two donations in the last four years of operating this site, but hoping to set a record this year & you can be a part of that;)

---------------
Listed are the 40 tracks in order and a few sentences about each: (Really want to give you a little history of our early journey):

1) This is a cover by FCL - "It's You" (2012). The original in 1986 was called: "It's You" by E.S.P. I Love this acapella cover!! Thought this would be a great start to this mix. Don't have a good quality version of the original.

2) A Guy Called Gerald - "Emotions Electric" (1989) DJ AKI from the warehouse days made me love this track, it's so beautiful. Bought it on CD many years ago and always wanted to put it on a mix.

3) Murk (Oscar G & Ralf Falcon)/ Coral Way Chiefs *moniker - "Release Myself" (1992) First heard this at a warehouse party on Spadina Ave, south of Dundas St in Toronto's main downtown Chinatown. It was at a "PTS" party!! Peter, Tyrone & Shams dominated warehouse parties for a few summers. Tightest house DJs. Shams actually played this track off of reel to reel!!!!!!!!!! Mixing from reel to reel to vinyl turntables- BADASS!!

4) Bobby Konders - "The Poem" (1990) Jim & I first heard this at 'RPM All Ages Sundays' DJ'ed by Matt C. Jim flipped out and bought his first house records the next day. Think we met weeks later both stomping like maniacs at the speaker bins. We were 16 and were like: "WHAT THE FUCK IS THIS SHET!! THIS MUSIC IS WICKED!!!"

5) Satoshi Tomiie - "And I Loved You" feat. vocals by Arnold Jarvis (1990) This was a record from my very 1st record purchases. It was summertime and I walked into a record store on Yonge St., downtown called "Carnival" and met Tyrone Solomon (of PTS fame!). Nicest guy and bought Shades of Black's "SHADOWS" EP on some label called 'Intrigue', I think. Can't imagine how many times I've heard this beautiful record and at countless parties.

6) This is a cover by Phonique- "Feel What You Want" feat. vocals by Rebecca (2012) The original was in 1994 by Rob Dougan & Rollo Armstrong & Kristine W (also featuring her vocals) Jim bought doubles of the original Kristine W. We were crammed into his bedroom when he 1st played it for me- I FLIPPED OUT!! Jim loved phasing doubles and then playing them purposely slightly offbeat- sounded wicked!! Now you can do it with a 'delay' effects button. He made a mix on cassette tape, then we went downtown looking for a warehouse party. Love this cover done by Phonique and Rebecca, they keep the original feel but brought a freshness to this timeless vocal track.

7) M.A.W.- "I Can't Get No Sleep" remixed by David Morales (1995) First time I heard this was at a warehouse party near Wellesley St., around 6 am, after working nightshift at 7West Cafe. Vince Ailey's friend was DJing. Can't remember his name but was a towering Spanish guy, a great guy. The way he expertly slowly drifted these two minutes of drum intro into the last song. I was dancing non-stop and when that India's vocal came in... Breathtakingly beautiful!

8) Tommy Musto - "Take Some Time Out" feat. vocals by Arnold Jarvis (1987) This vocal still gives me goosebumps!! Was a fav at many warehouse jams!

9) This was remixed by Bush II Bush- "You're Gonna Miss Me" (2007) Original by Turntable Orchestra (1988). Turntable Orchestra ‎– "You're Gonna Miss Me" (1988) Love the original the best but don't have a clean, good quality digital copy and my vinyl's all scratched up. This is a really good remix bringing modern-day tight, bright sounds to this classic vocal.

10) Bang The Party- "Bang-Bang You're Mine" (1990) The first time I heard this was at my pal, Moses' house, we were wrecked and he was mixing this and Fingers Inc tracks. We were all 16yrs old and couldn't believe this house music stuff!!

11) This is a cover by Xakosa- "Miss Me" feat. vocals by Kenny Thomas (2013) The original by Turntable Orchestra ‎– "You're Gonna Miss Me" (1988) This is such a good cover with a jackin' beat, had to include also even though played another version already.

Back in the day, DJs like AKI and PTS would tease you by playing parts of a track, 5-6 times during the night- just a sliver, a few beats each time, just enough of a hook. That's how they broke tracks! By the 5th time, everyone was so excited that the whole room was bouncing with hands in the air!

12) Bobby D'Ambrosio‎– "Moment Of My Life" feat. vocals by Michelle Weeks (1997) ‎ This is one of the most uplifting vocal house tracks out there! Michelle Weeks baby!! Man, there are probably 250 classic house tracks I'd love to put in mixes if I only had clean digital versions. One can dream.

13) M.A.W.- "I Get Lifted" feat. vocals by Barbara Tucker remixed by John Ciafone (1994) Don't know a house DJ worth his salt that doesn't have two dozen Masters At Work vinyl records. Priceless track. Feelin' this?

14) Masters At Work or M.A.W.(Little Louie Vega & Kenny Dope Gonzalez) - "I Can't Get No Sleep" feat. vocals by India (1993) Had to include the original. The first time we heard this was years before that David Morales remix played earlier. We were at "Kat Klub", just southwest of Church St & Queen St E. Kevin Williams, rubbed the cellphone cover off of the record on his jeans and SLAMMED this down. He could MIX!! India was a successful Freestyle (Gino Beats) singer who transitioned to house music. We thanked the stars that she did. Her vocals are very distinctive.

Kevin was actually the first LIVE house DJ I had heard at 16 at "GO GO's", in the 'White Room' on Richmond St & Duncan. He BURNED through records with fast change-ups.

At the end of the night, Jason Palma said there was a STACK of records in a pile beside him OUTSIDE of their sleeves!! He mixes with a frenzy! Jason told that story and I felt it on the dance floor but wasn't privy to the DJ booth ; ) I got in with my cousin's 21yr old ID, I guess since every Chinese guy at that time looked the same ; ) Great for me!

15) Thompson & Lenoir (LNR) - "Can't Stop The House" (1987) LNR, same guys that made the warehouse classic "Work It To The Bone" and "Work That Mutha Fucker", under his alias, Steve Poindexter!!

Wish I had a clean copy of that! The first time Jim and I heard this was at 616 Yonge St., around Wellesley. When AKI threw this down, we almost put our fists through the wall it was that exciting!! FLIPPED OUT! That's HOUSE MUSIC. ‎

16) Murk (Oscar G & Ralf Falcon)/ Liberty City *moniker– "Some Lovin'" (1992) I loved this track so much that for a whole summer, every warehouse I went to, I 'requested' this track. Drove AKI and the rest nuts. But this vocal was SOOOOOOO DIRTY!!! That MURK feel, those baselines!! Then we saw Liberty City perform it live at The OZ on Mercer St.

17) Jestofunk-"Stellar Funk" remixed by Lazzaro (1997) This congo instrumental I played the crap out of back in the vinyl days, mixed it with dozens of different vocals. My personal policy is NEVER REPEAT a combo and it's brought joy to every situation. Great track!!

18) Joe Smooth- "The Promised Land" feat. vocals by Anthony Thomas (1987) What this track does to you is HOUSE MUSIC. Beautiful in every way. Can listen to this and have listened to this OVER AND OVER AGAIN.

19) Instrumental mix by M.A.W. (date?) M.A.W.-River Ocean ‎– "Love & Happiness" (Yemaya Y Ochún) feat. vocals by India (1994) Jim bought doubles of this also and he played the crap out of it! Like a great dessert that's good with EVERY meal. Tracks like this make mixing so much fun because each new combo is a rebirth in emotions.

20) Inner City- "Big Fun" (1988) was when the original by Kevin Saunderson was made, but this remix was made in (2003) by Juan Atkins First time I heard this was at Focus on Joseph St around Wellesley. Nope, not the 'Focus' at City Hall, that was before my time. Play a few bars and people go MENTAL on the dancefloor! Infectious.

21) & 22) The dub mix was remixed by Soul Clap Raze- "Break 4 Love" (2011) vocal mix remixed by Soul Clap.
Raze- "Break 4 Love" (2011) Original (1988) Raze - "Break 4 Love" feat. vocals by Keith Thompson I LOVE EVERY VERSION of the original also, the full vocal, the instrumental bringing out this timeless baseline, and the Spanish female vocal version. Jim bought these remixes and I just lost it. Can't believe Soul Clap got the original vocal by Keith Thompson. They keep the original sounds but brought them to the current times. Like the beginning of the dub and didn't like the beginning of the vocal, so I mixed them together. The original is the best but will have to save it for another time.

23) Remixed by Michel Cleis 'Floreo'(2010) was based on the original M.A.W.- River Ocean‎ – "Love & Happiness" (Yemaya Y Ochún) feat. vocals by India (1994) Jim had double records of this original MAW vocal! This remix revived this track for us!

24) Murk (Oscar G & Ralf Falcon) - "Tried So Hard" feat. vocals by Bobby Pruit (1993) This track reminds me of one of the 1st times I met Vince Ailey, a great Toronto House DJ & producer but back then he was one of the BADDEST dancers! And not that hip-hop dancing to house music crap, real house dancing. We were at a PTS party on Duncan, south of Richmond. The ceilings were low and sweat was dripping off them. That was nasty, but the MUSIC was so addictive, no one left till after 5 am!!

25) Kerri Chandler & Johnny McDougald- "Something Wrong" (1992) Killer track! Chandler is a bricklayer, this is a foundation dub. New house lovers are gonna say "WTF??!!" Jim and I often wonder when we hear a wicked track.. 'how did they come up with this track? the ideas? the sounds?' We should start producing so we can make someone else think that. Hopefully soon...

26) Fingers Inc. (Larry Heard, Ron Wilson & Robert Owens) ‎ – "Music Take Me Up" feat. vocals by Robert Owens (1985) My first exposure to house music in a serious way was Fingers tracks, think over a dozen like 'So Glad', 'What About This Love', 'Distant Planet', 'You're Someone Special', 'A Love of My Own', 'A Path', 'Mysteries of Love', 'I'm Strong', 'Can You Feel It' and the list is endless. Tracks got attention those days. We burned the grooves off these records!!

27) Mondo Grosso- "Souffles H" remixed by M.A.W. (1995) How many MAW tracks are in this mix?? Little Louie Vega & Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez is so sick!! How many house tracks copied their swing? Standing on the shoulders of Giants! Let it grow!!
remixed by Tricky Disco - "Tricky Disco" (1990) Love this sexy sax mix! Didn't like this track till it wasn't being played any longer.

28) Jaydee - "Plastic Dreams" (1992) This is an anthem with killer keys!!
The original M.A.W. & Lem Springsteen- "Nite Life" feat. vocals by Kim English (1994) remixed by Armand Van Helden (1994) Love this vocal!! All our fav house DJs in the past played this track. Can't stop dancing to this.

29) Blaze- "So Special" (1990) This was one of my first records and has so many great memories attached to it.

30) Eddie Lewis & Kerri Chandler - "I Need You" feat. vocals by Kamar (1993) Nothing like seeing a smokey dark room with over a hundred people with hands in the air and singing along! House Karaoke!!

31) Cajmere - "Brighter Days" feat. vocals by Dajae (1992) remixed by Karizma & DJ
Spen (2011) Karizma smashed it with this remix!! He kept all the original elements and turbo-boosted the thump of this gorgeous vocal!

32) Dodha & DJ Spen- "Inrowd" (2013) This is not a classic instrumental but reminded me of the old days with its feel and sound. Actually reminded me of Mateo & Matos' track "Raw Elements". I gotta get that vinyl on Discogs!

33) The original is by Jay Williams, Nelson Roman & Rob Hanning - "Sweat" feat. vocals by Jay Williams (1990) This remix by Jojo Flores, probably in 1999. 'Sweat' reminds me of this club in North York, just outside of Toronto, but now part of the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). "Inner City" was a wicked club and one of the first to the playhouse. And the dancers there were incredible!! It was that time when everyone got tailored dress pants made and they all had slight to ridiculous bell bottoms. But it seemed so cool at the time watching these guys dance. Jay Williams' vocals on this are legendary and JoJo made this killer remix that made this vocal alive again!

34) Martin Solveig - "Afro Deep" (1999) This is not a classic track but I played the crap out of this congo instrumental. The house feel can be expressed in limitless ways.

35) The original Show Me Love feat. vocals by Robin S (1993) were remixed by Steve Angello & Laidback Luke (2008) in this track. Jim played this remix for the first time at a party a few years ago and EVERYONE went bananas at a certain part near the beginning. You'll definitely KNOW when you FEEL it.

36) Nightmares on Wax - "Aftermath" (1990) This reminds me of a dance my friends DJ'ed at Jarvis Collegiate near Wellesley. That was a party and we were all into HOUSE and danced like crazy. My friend, Noel Nanton (AN INCREDIBLE HOUSE DJ & PRODUCER), got me into the house at 15yrs old (I was in grade 10) and took me to go see Kevin Williams at GO-GO's and some friends had great friends at Jarvis Collegiate and we bonded with tons of house music.

37) Scotti Deep/ Fathoms N.Y. *moniker - "Braniak" (1995) Jim and I went BONKERS when we heard this for the 1st time at a warehouse party. Think it was at the 4th and 5th on Richmond St. It was such a raw and techy bouncy charger!

38) The original Romanthony- "Bring U Up" (1995) remixed by Deetron (2011) I don't know how many Romanthony records we own but he made some great ones. God Rest his Soul. This remix by DeeTron brought this trackback to the current state of affairs. Love remixes of classics that preserve the feel but make it fresh with higher quality sounds.

39) Fingers Inc.- "Bring Down The Walls" feat. vocals by Robert Owens (1986) Bought this digital copy from iTunes. Got every Fingers vinyl! This got so played out it almost sounded commercial. But for those who haven't heard it for years or for the first time - WATCH OUT.

40) John Rocco - "Move" (1987) I first heard this at Jim's house, this was when FreeStyle + House was the sound. We got into it probably by '95. My best memory of this track live was when Kenny Glasgow, now famous 1/2 of the Art Department, dropped this right from the beginning at The Wellington, on Wellington, south of Spadina & King St. Toronto history. Killer thumpin' intro. I never mix this track cause I want to hear that beginning.

Common Ground » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 17:23:45 +0000

dattrax: Can't believe it's Aug and only a month left of summertime weather in Toronto.

Always having the issue of not enough time to enjoy this love of house. It's been two months since the last mix, so we promise to put at least one more out this month to bookend this wonderful summer.

Made this mix over probably five times to get the right feel to properly showcase these tracks. Mixed for those who know and a huge welcome to those who want to taste test some underground house.

Enjoy this mix as we share the house tracks that we love right now. Close your eyes, turn it up loud and join us. Let your emotions go as we move you from track to track.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these INCREDIBLE HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Finnebassen, Gundelach, Footprintz, Devoted, Mmelashon, Ilves, Migova, Popular Peoples Front, Justin Harris, MUG, Stella Attah, Uffe, jozif, Little Bear, Francesca Lombardo, Audited Beats, Ursula Rucker, Will Saul, Anabel Englund, Hot Natured, Fur Coat, Big Bully, Fosky, Bog, BvsG, Tolga Fidan, Amirali, Acid Pauli, Dachshund, Quenum, Sonny Fodera, Cajmere, Ari Lourdes, Jerome Sydenham, Sylvie Forêt, Tamara, Jullian Gomes, The Layabouts, Omar, Black.Bird, Animal Trainer, Camille, Coltrane, Larse, Rebecca Lullio, David Patel, Dodha, DJ Spen, Kolombo, Junk Yard Rhythm Section

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com
If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied. The image is of an amazing party we spun at last summer called Grotto.

Crafted Language » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 28 May 2013 03:09:59 +0000

dattrax: It was with great sadness as we saw facebook light up with 'Rest in Peace' shout outs to "Romanthony" (real name Anthony Moore, 1967 – May 2013). In Toronto we grew up with Romanthony records like his four-vinyl "Romanworld" compilation, and singles in that album and pre-dated that album like "Now You Want Me" (a Toronto anthem at 3am sat. ngt. warehouse sessions- one of our favourite instrumental house tracks). Other fav vinyls like "Testify", "Trojan Horse", "Bring U Up" and everyone's favorite "Let Me Show You Love".

Time moves past us relentlessly and we have to be thankful and make the best of each day. Mr. Moore's music will influence many many house lovers, djs, producers & vocalists to come.

The great thing about this house music we love is that it's built on the shoulders of giants. The great house music you hear today was built on the sweat and love of house music 20+ yrs ago.

Every track we heard, every DJ we danced to, every mix we felt contributed memories, mind space and reenforces our passion for house.

Enjoy this mix as it opens you to the house tracks that we love right now. Close your eyes, turn it up loud and join us and let your emotions move with each track as we tell you this new story.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these UNBELIEVABLE HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Anabel Englund, MK, Lee Foss, Ost & Kjex, Natalie Conway, Finnebassen, Karmon, Jimmy & Fred, Erhan Kesen, Thomas Lizzara, David K, Tube & Berger, Meggy, &ME, Rampa, Nomi Ruiz, NR&, Henrik Schwarz, Jon Charnis, Digitaria, Adana Twins, Morgan Geist, Miguel Campbell, Benjamin Franklin, Butch, Raoui, Nicone, Sascha Braemer, Nu, Julia Go, Peter B. Andreasen, Pete Oak, Navid Izadi, Christopher Schwarzwalder, Dirty Doering, NAtz, Random Factor, Switchbox, Solomun, Sashe, Heinrichs & Hirtenfellner, Roland Clark, Art Department, Rampue, Jaw, Claptone, Andhim, Theophilus London, AKA AKA, Thalstroem, John Rydell, Andre Lodemann, Alex Niggemann, Hot Since 82, Yousef, Gavin Herlihy & Laura Jones Remix, Romanthony, Gareth Whitehead, Jamie Jones, Jonny White (Art Department's other 1/2) and James Teej

All tracks in this mix bought www.Beatport.com (Usually mixed w/ a www.Traxsource.com batch but went crazy on beatport. Just bought a batch off traxsource because they emailed a 20% off coupon. Always wait for those before buying ; )

If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... any amount would be appreciated ; )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

bUilDiNg dEpTh » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:29:09 +0000

Hello Fellow HouseHeadz, you are gonna love this mix! At least we hope you will love it as much as I had making it. Always a fun monthly ritual!

You can tell how much someone loves you by looking at where they spend their time and money. Same can be said for House Fanatics like us!!

Please comment on each mix that you enjoy or email us- we would love to hear from you!!

Jim will be making a new mix soon and he's aiming to blow minds with his unique mixing and track selection. It's gonna be a rare treat. Jim and I have been best friends and DJing/Loving House for over 20yrs now. Traditionally, I make all the mixes and we both always play live together as 'dattrax'.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these INCREDIBLE HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Finnebassen, Amber Jolene, Nolan, Karol XVII, MB Valence, Ruben Alvarez, JEUDI, Soul Clap, Tube & Berger, Milan Euringer, Niko Schwind, Carl L. Finlow, John Tejada, Nale Garcia, Petroloukas Chiakias, Theo Komp, Gui Boratto, David August, Nelue, Bakazou, Swag, Erol Alkan, Connan Mockasin, Nina Kinert, Tomas Barfod, J&M, Roman Sebastian, Mamacita, Luis Hill, Tom Glass, Sean Thomas, Catz 'n Dogz, Arsenal, Gary Optim, Raycoux Jr., Stefan Barth, Andy Lemac, Nicolas Jaar, Noir, Ruede Hagelstein, The Noblettes, Arian Leviste, Luke Solomon & Justin Harris, Josh Humphrey, Kyodai, Giom & George Holliday

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com except for "Wicked Game" (Soul Clap Edit) & "TroubleTroubleTrouble" (No Regular Play Remix) both by Soul Clap and downloaded from their soundcloud site: https://soundcloud.com/soulclap Thank you Soul Clap for sharing your music and for making great house.

If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Back Tracks » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 05:06:05 +0000

dattrax: Enjoy this all vinyl house mix I made last week. Love mixing with vinyl, best control, best tactile feel and the most fun to spin as far as DJ formats! Will return with some comments soon...

Shared States » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:44:22 +0000

Our like minded Brothers & Sisters!! This dattrax house mix is ready to be played LOUD in your cars or by any means you see fit!!!

Falling back in love with house over & over again. ONE TRACK AT A TIME. ONE MIX AT A TIME. ONE PARTY AT A TIME. ONE DJ AT A TIME. ONE FRIEND AT A TIME.

Let it in.

Consume this installment of the freshest house tracks that we hunted down in the last few months, and mixed with all the love, fun, happiness, stress & struggle of life poured into each mix.

FEEL IT.

Please comment on each mix you enjoy or email us- we would love to hear from you.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these AMAZING HOUSE VOCALISTS & PRODUCERS! Thank you for just doing your thing and putting out such great tracks!!

Monique Bingham, Raw Artistic Soul, Mixas, Overnite, Hollis P Monroe, Mario Basanov, Niko Schwind, Deep Future, HearThuG, Basti Grub, Primavera, David K & Lexer, Sorcha Richardson, Maya Jane Coles, Little Dragon, Mozambik Puzzle, Delhia de France, Ruede Hagelstein, Douglas Greed, Les Bijoux, Michael Scott, Damolh33, Strump, Moan, Lou Van, Tomas Barfod, Toucan, Jordan Fields, Dillau, Xordo, Andy Martin, Abati, Corey Andrew, Greg Puppa, The Cruzaders, Chris Distefano, Zdar, Chromeo, Phonique, Ornette, Rikki, James Hunter, Soko, Lake People, Nico Stojan, Climbers, Freakme, Hunter Game, John Tejada, Thalstroem, AKA AKA, Kellerkind, Edu Imbernon, Triumph, Sutja Gutierrez, Luke Solomon & Justin Harris aka MusicForFreaks (MFF), Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com.

If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Lost Distinction » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:44:13 +0000

It's been a while Fellow House Fiends, hope everyone is enjoying family & friends, life and working hard achieving your goals. It's increasingly more difficult to put aside time for this love of ours called House Music.

But we would be thrilled if this house mix put a huge smile on your face, make you shake a little, and make you forget your deadlines at work, financial challenges or any other struggles. Leave that stress and get lost into the sounds.

House is such a force. One of the only things we do that we have so much joy in the process and when we are mixing tracks that we love, it's one of those rare moments where we don't think of being anywhere else. Focused energy with no mind drifts- letting everything come through our fingertips and THUMP through the speakers!

With Christmas just around the corner, hope you crank this mix LOUD while you are driving to & from a great get together with your loved ones.

Merry Christmas and God Bless you and may He open your eyes to the important things in life. Cheers, dattrax (Jim & Dat, fellow house fiends)

Please comment on each mix you enjoy or email us- we would love to hear from you.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these INCREDIBLE HOUSE PRODUCERS & VOCALISTS!!! How can anyone listen to any other type of music, but house??!!
Robert Owens, Henrik Schwarz, Lake People, Nico Stojan, Mercury, Junior, Olej, Poetic Disorders, Rashid Ajami, Dionigi, Pilocka Krach, Ali Love, Bjorn Storig, The Forest, Stimmhalt, Alfred Heinrichs, Colin Hay, Deep Fiction, Ben Pearce, Gary Optim, Fritz & Lang, Grant Nelson, Aki Bergen & Daniel Jaze, Josh Milan, Namy, Mowgli Vox, Xakosa, Rick Collins, Mat.Joe, Ãme, Ry, Frank Wiedemann, The Glue, Marbert Rocel, Storm Queen, Cagedbaby, Larse Vocal, Candi Staton, Danton Eeprom, Random Factor, MFF (Music For Freaks: Luke Solomon & Justin Harris, Nu & Mira, Roisin Murphy, Luca C & Brigante

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com.

If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

HOUSEFLICTION » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 05:20:07 +0000

Afflicted with the house bug? Don't worry, we know how you feel. Been addicted to house music since were were 16yrs old.

This is the best time for house music we've ever seen. It's wonderful to be excited every week about new house tracks you've never heard at your favourite mp3 stores. House DJ/ Producer friends on facebook and twitter sharing their mixes, their youtube video picks of cool house related stuff- it's endless!! Parties with different types of house music all over the city, tons of up & comers and tons of great international House DJs visiting Toronto.

Yes, there's too much house now, too many mixes, too many sub-genres and too many related electronic music- COMPLETE SYSTEM OVERLOAD!!

But, hey... gone are the days where you are begging for a mixed house cassette tape by a popular dj and having the pickings be slim. Gone are the days of going to your favourite record stores each week, buying the same records as 30-50 other djs and everyone playing the same records. The selection was scarce compared to now. Gone are the days of paying $16.99 for a 4 track EP- where you only bought it for the one goosebump track.

Now there's so much music out there that you can actually not sound like everyone else. You can listen to thousands of house tunes and the chances (at the sheer volume of what's coming out) of you sounding like someone else are small.

And the best part? It's dirt cheap, after getting a 15-20% online discount coupon you end up paying $50-60 bucks for 30 traxs- what a thrill!!

It's so good to be constantly re-excited (if there is such a word ; ) or re-energized about house. It's a ritual with Jim and I. Putting a few tracks every few days into our virtual bins or spending a weekend going crazy hunting for tracks that make us want to dance. Then listening to them together in a long car ride- finishing with some late night food in Chinatown or Greektown in downtown Toronto.

Then it goes into iphone or ipod and listened to in pockets of time, more car rides, getting on the treadmill, then making a mix.

Then another car ride together seeing if it makes us both happy- we've always DJ for ourselves and if some people like it along the way, then that's the cherry on top.

Back to the house ritual... then going through the frustration of redoing the mix over and over again because it just wasn't fun enough, wasn't good enough or wasn't timeless enough. You just don't want to throw something together. If it's not special to you, it won't be to someone else.

We want to make mixes where people would hopefully enjoy it enough to actually want to listen to it a 2nd time and if they listen anymore, then it's Christmas! In this day and age of having too much available and nothing getting any real attention- attention is a precious commodity. We don't value what is easily attained.

Rather have a few hundred people that really love our brand of house music, then to have thousands of people who don't care and can't tell the difference. Worst to be background filler house.

Usually make anywhere between 4-8 mixes from a selection of 60-90 tracks within a month or two (between the cracks of time sandwiched by work and family)- then the mix that moves us the most gets posted. That's the whole process in a nutshell.

Thank you so much for taking your time to visit us here and for listening to our mixes. We are so excited to share with you the tracks that move us each month.

All the best to you and all your endeavours- be the best you can be and stay passionate!! Cheers, dattrax

Please comment on each mix you enjoy or email us- we would love to hear from you.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these INCREDIBLE HOUSE PRODUCERS & VOCALISTS!!!
Marek Hemmann, Marian, Fabian Reichelt, Kellerkind, Klangkarussell, Nu, Jo Ke, Jamie Jones, Kevin Knapp, Kate Simko, Noir, Haze, Terranova, Reptile Youth, Trikohmat, Ewan Pearson, Metronomy, Javi, Saarid, Einmusik, Nicone, Sascha Braemer, Narra, Fabian Reichelt, Raycoux Jr., Stefan Barth, Niko Schwind, Oliver Koletzki, Fran, Julia Govor, Qbeck, Lil Magdalene, DJ Ra Soul, Hrdvsion, Amirali, Him_Self_Her, Mic Newman, Djamila, Toky, Ernesto, Soul Clap, Mario & Vidis, Angela Sheik, Fabo, Solomun, Pascal Bideau, Delhia de France, Marek Hemmann, Douglas Greed, Liz Cass, John Monkman, Joris Delacroix, William Besson, LOPAZZ Vs. Forever Jung, Tomas Barfod, Nina Kinert

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com.

If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This dattrax photo taken at a private party at CHROMA in Sept2012, a part of the super club complex of The Guvernment in Toronto. There are some crappy quality videos made from my iphone4 of Jim mixing on our youtube channel- link to the right here.

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller & laptop with no sync applied.

Eat Some Hi-HatS » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:02:59 +0000

Decided on a mock interview format to share our thoughts on some House DJ related topics we've seen online lately, PART1...

We hope that you enjoy this mix also. Cheers, dattrax

WHAT IS WITH ALL THIS HOOPLA ONLINE ABOUT DJS WHO USE SYNC BUTTONS TO MATCH BEATS?

Sync or no-sync, at the end of the day it's about rocking crowds, making great memories and experiences, so it doesn't matter. If you have fans, then someone likes what you do, then that's what we're all after isn't it?

Having said this, there are a few things we'd like to share:

Some big DJs like DeadMau5, David Guetta and Steve Angelo, etc. who use premixed mixes for live shows are like modern day rock stars with legions of fans paying lots of money to listen to their pre-programmed sets, so it seems that this is what their fans want, their form of 'live' entertainment. Doesn't seem that their fans care if it's really live or not.

Nothing wrong with that. Loud music blasting in your ears while you dance your stress & worries away is what it's always been about.

Don't really have a beef with pre-programed sets or synced mixing, but our beef is with pretending to DJ and then denying that they are syncing, etc (recent example is the online scuffle between DJ Sneak and Steve Angelo about 'fake djing'- remember the Milli Vanilli lip syncing scandal in '80s? Same deal).

Angelo apparently denies this, even after images and youtube vids of him at live events circulate all over Facebook that prove otherwise. Angelo has a massive following that love his tunes, so what's the big deal Stevie? Just say you do and so what if you do, but don't say that you play live when you clearly don't.

Syncing is important for DJs like Richie Hawtin. Hawtin is a pioneer, a scientist and master show man- working a laser light show, always mixing four tracks at the same time, doing 1/2 a dozen effects at any one time. In his case, beat matching has to take a backseat so he can create and inspire.

That's different. If you just mix two records together (like we do), then why do that?

The fun for us has always been in the mixing! The ups and downs of trying different track combos, different house genre combos, playing tracks at different speeds or EQ settings that we enjoy rather than what they were created at, using line levels and cross faders to change the tension between during mixes, mixing out properly to not change the tempo in an undesired way, seeing how what we do fail or succeed in getting a shared reaction of joy from a fellow House Fiend.

We grew up with great Toronto DJs, like Aki. who was mixing beautiful house journeys in smoky, dark & packed warehouse parties before dj mixers had single channel EQs or effects buttons (the internet, mp3's, Facebook or cell phones). Listen for yourself- just house music and mixing. This mix was on cassette tape (google it!) made in 1996 by Aki with two twelves and a old school mixer:
http://torontohousedjs.podomatic.com/entry/2011-03-03T10_38_24-08_00

We forked out good money each week to go crazy to amazing talents like Jason Palma, PTS (Peter, Tyrone & Shams), Dave Campbell, Kevin Williams and Dino & Terry- these guys made you danced till the sun rose.

We saw out of town talents like Roger Sanchez, Derrick Carter, Doc Martin, Cevin Fisher, DJ Sneak and Little Louie Vega blow our minds with 2 or 3 vinyl turntables- all these guys made us grow more in love with house music each time we partied to their brand of house! The art and wonder of it all. Learning what we liked or didn't like about the mixing or music programming. Always learning and having fun along the way.

We also take issue with some DJs saying that beat matching is so easy and take no time to learn to justify their syncing. We just have one question:
"If it's so easy, then why are you using the sync??!!"

If you want to sync, then do it, it's your art form and the way you want to express yourself. Just don't pretend that you do it because it's not worth your creative focus & energies, or that you don't when you in fact do. Life is simple but some people choose to make it difficult.

Please comment on each mix or email us- love to hear from you. In this mix, featuring tracks by these INCREDIBLE HOUSE PRODUCERS & VOCALISTS!!!

Nick Curly, Gorge, Steve Lawler, Terry Lee Brown Jr, Klartraum, Niko Schwind, Doctor Dru, Kim Ann Foxman, Andy Butler, Corduroy Mavericks, Daniel Frontado, Jose San Francisco, Dany Belvedere, Levan, Andrea Mocha, Marlon D, Danya, Ferry, Java, Tali, Oovation, Maya Jane Coles, Florence, Redshape, Floyd Lavine, Mey, Brendon Moeller, Francesca Lombardo, Walker & Royce, Nick Humphrey, Terranova, Wankelmut, Ivan Smagghe, Phonique, Siso K, Tumi, Miguel Campbell, Maxxi Soundsystem, S.C.A.L. aka Pierce & Twirdy, Pezzner, Gryffyn, Concolor & Julia Govor.

All tracks in this mix bought from iTunes, www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there & let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied (as you can hear some of the slight mistakes), however, we did pre-make with sync, the pop/house mashups, then played as single tracks.

NU Venture » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:57:09 +0000

Has it been almost a month since the last dattrax house mix was posted?

This summer is blazing by. Hope everyone is enjoying their July where ever they may be in the world and spending ever moment with the ones they love.

We got an email notice a few weeks ago from the company that does our cool counter to the right that we have hit 2000 cities with unique visitors to this site- that's beyond crazy!!
And according to podomatic's backend over 1600 downloads and over 90 plays this past month.

We would like to thank All the House Fiends out there who visit here and share our love of house music!!

Hope you love the mixes as much as we do hunting down the goose bump tracks each week, mixing them the best we can, and in the style that we love house being played like.

We just want to keep finding the tracks that make us fall in love with house music over and over again each month!!

House Music keeps us young and excited. Old and new memories mixed together... "House is a feeling..."

Please comment on each mix or email us- love to hear from you.

In this mix, featuring tracks by these AMAZING HOUSE PRODUCERS & VOCALISTS!!! SO THANKFUL FOR SUCH INCREDIBLE HOUSE MUSIC!!

Jacob Bellens & Emma Acs, PillowTalk Remix feat. Tone of Arc, Kasper Bjørke, Cubiq's, Spring Offensive, Noze, Ornette, Sebo & Madmotormiquel, Francesca Lombardo, Walker & Royce, Maxxi Soundsystem, Hoses, Alba Prada & Ann Santos, Pezzner, James Teej, Marco Resmann, Kalimba, Nick Curly, Kate Simko, Jem Cooke, Maurizio Vitiello, Musicon, Javi, Saarid,The Cheapers, Gregor Tresher, Scandal, Liz Cass, John Monkman, Chuck Love, Random Soul aka Yogi & Husky, K-Bana, Stan Kolev, Random Factor, Afrilounges, Dirty Vegas, Gorge, Steve Lawler, Betoko, Joe Goddard Remix, Nneka, Syron, 20:20 Vision, Blaze, Canson, Da Sunlounge, Zoo Brazil, David Jach, Beataminesn and Toronto's own, Jason B.

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there & let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

IMAGE courtesy of our good friend Dario Inzirillo, who also designed our 'dattrax' logo that we use on baseball caps, t-shirts, business cards, everything. THANK YOU OLD FRIEND!! You ROCK!!

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

FIXATED » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 03:38:59 +0000

Again we are in a position where there is SO MUCH GREAT HOUSE MUSIC COMING out each week, and so little time making good mixes.

Jim and I (for those who don't know we DJ together as 'dattrax' and have been best friends for ages) have bought a few more batches since we bought the music on this mix a few months ago. So we have enough new music (well... new to us since we didn't hear these tracks before) for three more mixes after this one.

Have soooooo many mixes in mind to make and so little time...

What's a good mix? That's too subjective since everyone's definition of everything is different these days on many topics, but for us, a good mix is one where a listener is not bored after the first run through. And if they scan, the tracks are so good that they want to have a full listen afterwards.(There are so many free DJ house mixes online now that people don't even listen to the mixes, they just scan through them.)

It's where they enjoy playing the mix over and over and keep finding new parts that they like in it- that's a good mix! (sidenote: a mix is completely different than a live set, but more on this another day)

I always refer back to the days when I would get a mix tape from one of my favourite local house djs (only a handful back then, but 100's now in Toronto). I'd get a tape and if it was ok or suck, then it would get shelved or put in the trash. If it was good, then it was listened to 30 or more times and practically wore out the tape!

Now we're realistic, knowing that in today's internet age- a house mix or house track will never get the attention like mixes/tracks back then, but we'd be happy if people played a few times and remember the names of the dattrax mixes that they enjoyed.

Nothing like hearing someone freaking out and saying "I loved... (name of dattrax mix because..."). That's reciprocal love happening there. The positive feeling from house music is universal and is an instant connector.

Forget 'back in the day' (even though I mentioned it a few times ;)! This is the BEST TIME for house music! The volume of music being made, and the quality to be found in sifting through that volume. So blessed.

If you have an insatiable appetite for stress relieving, soul lifting, foot stomping, head bopping, fists in the air, goosebump ridden house music, then go to beatport or traxsource and drown yourself for 5hours and get an ear to ear grin.

Let the summer begin with this mix as we begin July2012!!

Featuring tracks by these AMAZING HOUSE PRODUCERS & VOCALISTS!!! SO THANKFUL FOR SUCH GREAT MOVING MUSIC!!

Threw in a few Murk classics that have been reissued by Defected.com, that sound mint. All the house vinyls that we tried to convert to digital sound like crap, but some of the classics we've been picking up from these mp3 stores sound crisp and current.

Kasper Bjorke, Ron Basejam, Miguel Campbell feat. Roldy Cezaire, Soul Clap, EFUNK, Kings Of Tomorrow feat. Elzi Hall, Monocraft, Trentemøller, Madmotormiquel, Sebo, The Layabouts feat. Portia Monique, Omar, Tiefschwarz, Richard Davis, Noir, Kellerkind, Oliver Koletzki, Maceo Plex, The Mekanism, Tiger Stripes, Inland Knights, Da Sunlounge, MURK feat. Bobby Pruit, Filtertypen, Magnifik, Hanna, PillowTalk, Holtoug, Chocolate Puma, Osunlade, Doctor Dru, Kenton Slash, Liberty City

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Defected.com, www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there & let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : )

For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Image courtesy of Natasha J.

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

The UnderGrounD STOMP » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Tue, 15 May 2012 21:20:01 +0000

Hello Fellow HOUSE FIENDS!!

Can't believe it's been over a month since we had a chance to post a new house mix... where does the time go? With work and family there's hardly enough time for house... it's a crime.

Jim, my DJ Partner and I are beat junkies and are constantly hunting for new tracks. Not "new" tracks meaning that they have to be current, just new to us. That's the great thing about house, the music is timeless and because it is so powerful when you hear it you, you instantly associate it with a fond memory. Constantly need an influx of 30-40tracks each month to keep us excited.

Once in a while we find a house producer that just blows our minds (even though almost every track we buy blows our minds), so then we go raid their entire catalogue of tracks on one of our fav mp3 stores, and find a half dozen or more gems.

Last producer I remember that we bought that many at one time was Sta Shiprinski. There are many house beat makers but the tracks that resonate are made with a house groove. You can't put a finger on it because it's different every time, but WOW... does it impact you. Especially after a long day of stressful work- CRANK it up!

Anyways, we are so excited to find Nick Curly. Think this mix is almost a Nick Curly tribute because I think 6-8 of his tracks are on here out of the 30 or so. (That reminds me, I want to do a Phonique tribute some time in the future.)

Curly's "Piano in the Dark" is the most beautiful house vocal track we've heard in 2012 so far. Every part of it! Hands in the air and close your eyes! The way house makes you feel every time.

All the other tracks in this mix are killer too. Too many great house producers to really name. This is the BEST time for house music because there is soooooo much of it out there.

Special Thanks to VINCE VEGA of INPUT RECORDINGS & WBI MUSIC for giving many fans on Facebook his beautiful bootleg remix of GOTYE, "Somebody That I Used To Know". Vince's bootleg of SADE's "HAUNT ME" is still one of my favourite vinyl records.

Vince and many house producers in Toronto are emerging with their own unique vision of house and showing people that the hardcore house fanatics live in and love Toronto!!

Thanks Justin Shaw aka, NOBLE for this image.

All the best everyone and please comment if you are feeling these mixes! Cheers, dattrax

THIS MIX FEATURING HOUSE TRACKS BY:

Nick Curly, Victor Polo, Deel Dj, Medeiros, VINCE VEGA, Monodeluxe, N'dinga Gaba feat.mOsno, Ivan Iacobucci, Lahib Alekozei, Villanova, Sendos Fuera, Pablo Fierro, H2, Robag Wruhme als Die Dub Rolle, SIS, Leon, A Klass feat. Saraya, Simina Grigoriu, Ela Gee, KZRC, Quentin Harris & Lynn Lockamy, KORT, Copyright feat. Shovell, Jamie Lewis, Bria Valente produced by Prince, Oliver Nickels, JT Donaldson, Olivier Desmet & Chuck Diesel feat. Latrice, Sam Ryan, Brisa De Invierno, Retro Activity, Jose Antonio eMe, Vuma, DJ Clock Tribal Gatheri, Euphonik feat.. Lolo & Bhutiza

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Traxsource.com and www.Beatport.com. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know in the comment section, and we'll respond there & let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : ) For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

HuntedTraxs » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:53:13 +0000

dattrax: Happy Easter Everyone and just wanted to share a little of the spring sunshine with you in a form of a new HOUSE MIX! May God Bless you all and your loved ones. And if you don't feel blessed right now, then know that without a doubt that He DOES LOVE YOU and hopefully you'll realise that someday.

This week, thinking about getting a new car stereo deck was dancing in my mind. The one I bought a few years back doesn't play CDs anymore, but fortunately has an auxiliary plug to put my ipod or iphone into. I've been looking in the weekly electronic store flyers for months now, just eyeballing all the car decks- salivating. Dreaming of a cd player that works, the USB port to stick a USB stick full of house music into. The urge to drive to the electronics store and scoop one up was so strong, but know that it would be at least $220 when you include taxes and installation. Then the thought about how many mp3, 320bit house tracks I could buy for that money POPPED into my head, so I decided to live with my crappy car stereo (for now).

This internal tug of war brought back a flood of memories to a time when my DJ Partner Jim and I were vinyl junkies to the extreme. We called it being addicted to "The Black Crack" (after the black colour of vinyl for those of you to never have seen vinyl before : ) There was a point where we were so addicted to buying house records, that when I saw something for let's say $35, I'd think to myself: 'but if I don't buy this, then I can buy TWO RECORDS!!'

This sounds silly, but seems to be a man's version of frugality- choosing to not spend in one area in favour of another, but not saving any money. There are people who probably think, 'Hey, why do you guys still love house music so much?' You know, some guys dig sports or collecting something... that's just another money and time sucking hobby. We've chosen HOUSE as a hobby and are cool with that. The big difference is that this love can be shared with so many people and transfer those positive feelings.

There is so much pleasure in the process for us, almost a monthly ritual... of hunting for tracks. Listening to them for a week or two, mixing them, listening, mixing them again, listening, then again, then sharing them and hoping that someone else likes the mix also.

GOING BACK to the topic of being addicted to house back then. We went to endless number of parties, have over 400 mixed tapes & cds made by other house djs. We bought over 6000 vinyl records over the years and we stopped buying vinyl and switched to buying MP3's over 10yrs ago. And now have over 2000 house MP3 tracks. Burned through tape decks, needles (for turntables for the youth out there : ), mixers, 100s of cases of blank cassette tapes and over 8000 blank cds, whatever it was we needed- you name it. Compare to sports (if we were into sports), we would be the guys- shirtless and with full body paint jumping up and down like drunken idiots in the stand holding up crazy signs & stuff, buying sports related stuff, going to sports events, hanging out with other sports addicts, watching sports all the time and playing in men's leaugues 2-3x's per wk. We are the ultimate FANS!

I tried to quit 'The Black Crack' three times and once for about 3years till I heard a DJ mix of new house that blew my mind. Now I know that we are here to stay. Just spent over 5hrs this week cruising over 1500traxs and hunting down 41 new tracks in www.Traxsource.com - excited about sharing the next mix with you!!

THIS MIX FEATURING HOUSE TRACKS BY:

Thyladomid, Adriatique, Roy Davis Jr., Jeremy P Caulfield, Walker Barnard, Adana Twins, Hobo, Metronomy, Ewan Pearson, Baby Prince, Tanner Ross, Claude VonStroke, Jaw, Kraak & Smaak, Lex Empress, Neighbour & Elan B., Nico Stojan, Rosina, New Kanada, Startraxx, Skelpt, Hollis P. Monroe, Laura Jones, Chris Carrier, Matt Tolfrey & Sam Russo, Pegah Ferydoni, Andre Lodemann, Eve Be, Amber Jolene, Mowgli, Marius Laurentiu, Andrea Bigi, Pele, Findling, Kindisch, Nico Stojan, Vindahl, DJ T., Peaches, Moullinex, Catz 'n Dogz, Dirtybird, Medicine 8, Kurtis Hardrive, Larse, Claptone, Nicolas Masseyeff, Dani Casarano, Felipe Valenzuela, Demian Muller

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com only this time. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll email the name to you and let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then there's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website... Hint Hint, Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge : ) For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

iGnOrInG aLL sUgGeSTiOnS » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 03:30:09 +0000

dattrax: Here's a new house mix for you with tracks by:

The SNO-MEN (BIG THANKS to Steve Primiani & Mark Kufner for their debut track, "Dream of Drums" at 29:33mins into this mix- ENJOY this TORONTO HOUSE GEM! Thanks Steve for sending me this killer track!), Jason B., Guerilla Science, Random Soul, Mood 2 Swing, Karizma, Fingers Inc., Postal Service, Jimpster, Maceo Plex, Atjazz, Plez, Phonique, Derrick Carter, Moodyman, Booka Shade, Soul Clap, Raze, Detox Twins, Solumun, Ali Love & Many Many More...

My DJ Partner and best friend Jim and I just bought 36new tracks from Beatport last weekend and are SOOOOO EXCITED about them! Just listening to them in cracks of time between work as Project Manager at www.SmallBusinessOnlineCoach.com (the most exciting Local Search Marketing company in Canada to work for!) and husband to my beautiful and wonderful Michelle and father to our four amazing children: Joshua (11), Grace who turned 9 today, Caleb (3) and Caitlin who just became 8mths old over the weekend.

House Music is has always been so exciting and fun for us, and we are so happy to share our favourite tracks with people in mixes that we hope that are good enough to be played more than once. We are so blessed that there are some people out there who dig our sound.

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com except SNO-MEN & Jason B. Tracks and one track from Lee Kalt. If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll email the name to you and let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't donate a little? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

CLOSINGinONthatSPOT » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:47:05 +0000

dattrax: WOW!!! Two months since the last mix was uploaded.

In an ideal world I'd love to pump out a mix a week, and much respect to the DJs that regularly pump out house mixes. Lots of discipline and love displayed there. Thank you to all the HOUSE DJS out there for sharing with people your hard work finding the gems, and piecing together something that can be enjoyed with multiple listens and shared with like-minded friends.

Please check out our Toronto, Ontario, Canada Facebook group called "TORONTO HOUSE DJ MIXES"- the name pretty much says it all. Basically, only HOUSE MIXES made by TORONTO DJs are posted in this group. No spam, no filler- Strictly HOUSE!! (here's the link- you don't have to join to listen, share or download so pls help spread the word: http://www.budurl.com/TORONTOHOUSEDJMIXES ).

Right now the group is just over a year old and has 136 Toronto House DJs and over 630 house mixes. With that much choice no one can ever complain that they can't find what they love! We want to build the largest online collection of Toronto house mixes.

The idea came to me last Jan-2011 when I was reminiscing about when I first got into house music and it was difficult to get even ONE mix cassette tape from a good house DJ. And when you got one, well... you played it so much it would almost come apart.

Now with the internet- there's too much choice and it's so easy to share one's vision of house music with others. So I wanted to enjoy, learn and be inspired by my fellow Brothers and Sisters in HOUSE in our beloved city of Toronto.

IT'S NEVER BEEN THIS GOOD FOR HOUSE MUSIC!!

Toronto is a city brimming with underground house music fiends for over 20yrs because of so many great DJs paving the way and making people fall in love with this music, DJs that have influenced my DJ partner and best friend, Jim and I through many many great memories and tons of record hunting... back to influences: Kevin Williams, Mark & Aki, Peter, Tyrone & Shams (PTS), Dave Campbell, Jason Palma, Dino & Terry, Noel Nanton, Nick Holder, Patrick "D-Nice", Eric Ling and many more. More recently Jason B., Gene King & Jason Hodges.

Some of our Outside-of-Toronto house dj or producer influences have been (that first come to mind): Little Louie Vega and Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez (MAW), Derrick Carter, Wally Calleiro, Phonique, Luke Solomon and Justin Harris (MFF), Roger Sanchez, John Tejada, Alland Byallo, Stas Shiprinksi, Lee Kalts, Soul Clap, Greenskeepers, Said Chaara, Matthew Dear, Chuck Love, Chuck Daniel, DJ Sneak, Cevin Fisher, Rob Mello, Dub Taylor, Steve Lawler, Danny Tenaglia, Doc Martin, Frankie Knuckles, Fingers Inc., etc., etc., etc. and then some...

With every track bought, every mix made, and every gig played we pay tribute to all the house producers and house DJs that have impacted us over the years and to all the house promoters that gave us all those magical nights and even the not so great nights to learn what we didn't like. We are very grateful of all these experiences and all the wonderful people we've met over the years. Afterall, are we not the sum total of all we've every experienced and the result of every day to day decision?

Featuring 31 tracks in this 75min house mix by:
Kaje Trackheadz (TORONTO!!), Soul Clap, Tiago Fragateiro, Morgan Geist, Maceo Plex, Kim Ann Foxman, Andy Butler, Martin Solveig, Cassius, Romanthony, Deetron, Daniel Bortz, Oliver Koletzki, Solomun, Maxxa, Gretchen Rhodes, Danilo Vigorito, Christian Malloni, Astrid Suryanto, Stelios Vassiloudis, Chris Lattner, Enzo Siragusa, Alex Augello, Kelly Sylvia, etc., etc.

All tracks in this mix bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll email the name to you and let you know which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

TechEdgedSoul » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:50:18 +0000

dattrax: Wanted to put these tracks into a good mix before they became classic house... really, really wanted to make this mix before Christmas.

Unfortunately best laid plans often times don't become realised as work and family leave very small opportunities to indulge in my hobby.

But if I had a soundproof room where I can have house music blaring at any time of day or night- wow, that would be a dream!

Apologies though... there are two instances where the track playing skips... don't know why because there were no skips when I mixed them. Will have to contact Native Instruments and find out if some of the updates they gave me messed up my Traktor S4 and if it can be fixed. On the otherhand, if I waited till the problem was fixed, then this would come out in feb and I couldn't wait any longer in sharing with Everyone!

All tracks bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll get the name for you and which site we bought it from.

Jim, my best friend and DJ partner of many years (yes, we're too old to be in clubs : ) each bought about 2 batches each last few mths, and I pulled about 30 tracks for this mix. Jim usually tackles beatport and I go through traxsource. It's a long tedious hunt for tracks that we like, so we hope that someone out there likes these tracks also.

The next mix will be the bumpier stuff from those 4 batches (hopefully can be made before 2012, but I can't make any promises). Have about 40 tracks left that needs to go in a mix, but around 20 tracks that must be deleted since they 'sounded good at the time', but not now.

Enjoy this- as always it was made with love and had a blast making. These tracks that give us goosebumps when we hear them, want to go shake it off, stomp our feet and raise our hands in the air. Ahhhh... nothing like house music is there?

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

They BEGGED to be MIXED » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 23:25:36 +0000

dattrax: A friend of a friend that I recently met, Chris Z. went on a trip to Hong Kong in the summer and posted this image on Facecrack that he took at a party. I asked for his permission to use it. Thanks again Chris!

Read the sign, it's the best ever! Love it because it has happened or will happen to every House DJ out there when you spin at every crappy venue just to hear your music LOUD.
So funny. I saw Karizma on a youtube vid talk about people requesting stuff when you are deep into a house mixing fever. (Karizma btw... is a wicked DJ. Saw him for the first time in Toronto a few months ago. He cut up some double tracks. Tight. Can't wait to put his remix of Cajmere's "Brighter Days", feat. Dejae's on a new mix. Have had it for months now.. can't wait! His treatment kept all the elements of the original- but he 2011'ed it with crisp hi-hats and tight kick drums.)

As amazing as house music is... the feeling, the ear to ear grin of dancing to an awesome mix, the instant connection with other House Fiends- most regular folks don't know what it is. They only know what is prevalent in music videos, movies, etc. People know what they know from what is fed to them. (btw...House is not that euro crap on some TV shows and commercials.)

Just recently met on FB, Stas Shiprinksi, who is one of my favourite house producers right now. When I first heard his tracks on Traxsource... WOW!! Bought 8 of his tracks in 20mins of listening to his catalogue.

I told him that he makes House Grooves, not house beats- that there are lots of producers that just make house beats. (You can listen to a ton of his tracks in the mixes below like "THE DEPTH FIELD" & "DIRECT DRIVE". Better yet, go to traxsource and type in his last name.)

What's the difference? The difference is that with house beats you wouldn't pay money for them and with house grooves- you happily dish out your cash and you get HAPPY on the spot. Chills run down your spine, your chin starts bobbing, feet start tapping and you pump your fist in the air almost cheering. Can't explain that feeling to non-house lovers... that's why you gotta love this sign.

About this mix:
Super HOTTTTT!!!!! GREENSKEEPERS' cover of the Steve Miller band's "Abracadabra" remixed by John Larner, and SOUL CLAP's incredible remix treatment of RAZE's "Break 4 Love" (dub & vocal mix)- WOW!! Reviving a house anthem that has survived for decades. They made this track current yet giving us the same feel and kept all the cool parts of the original.

AND TONS of wicked house tunes for your enjoyment! Burned through 35+ tracks in 77mins here.

All tracks bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll get the name for you and which site we bought it from.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

HEartBeATZ ) ) ) Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:32:31 +0000

dattrax: Summer is here in Toronto- the sun is shining and the temperature is at a usual beautiful 27 Degrees Celsius and higher- consistently now. Just in time for a summertime all vocal house mix! Usually like to do one of these back to back vocal mixes per year. We usually have a personal DJing rule of never mixing a vocal into a vocal, but we shelve that once per year. Think the last summer mix was "MAINSTAY" (scroll down to find it).

Hands in the air and your head bopping as you drive to this... my favourite testing ground for a new mix is nice & LOUD in the car. Drive safely though...

Been trying to find time to lay these new tracks my DJ Partner Jim and I bought over two months ago, but work has been crazy and I'm still behind some deadlines, and I don't let house music interrupt my family time with my wife and children (as much as I love it). I wish I had a soundproof room though because every time I had time, it was at 11pm or later. That's life... There's a few tracks on this mix that are almost classic house now because tons of good Toronto House DJs have been playing them since Jan & putting them in their mixes also. Good thing that great house is timeless and if someone hasn't heard it before, then it's NEW to them.

In this mix: many many tracks from Toronto's Finest Deep House Producer right now, JASON B. (in my opinion. I think 5 tracks- time for a 60min Jason B. Tribute Mix soon. It's gonna be called "TORONTO DEEP" so I got dibs on this mix name Everyone!)

The first track is Jason's treatment of SADE's Morning Bird and it's exquisite. Can't get enough of his tracks. A good house track for me is when you can listen over and over and still get a grin on your face and this refreshing feeling flow over you.

Last track is by Toronto's Nick Holder and it's one of three vocal tracks on this mix called "Heartbeat", so the name of this mix was obvious. Don't think we ever bought three house songs with the same name before- weird. We have many of Nick's vinyl records, but this is his finest remix- PERIOD- gonna blow your mind!! I first heard it on Roland Gonzalez' mix in feb2011 and freaked out!

Nick is representing Toronto in South Africa right now- much respect to one of the most successful House Producers Canada has ever produced- a pioneer in this scene. A scene that we all have grown to love more and more. I've been told that SA is the center of the House Nation right now, I don't disagree with this with so much great production coming out of SA recently for deep house, but I'm biased and think Toronto is where it's at for house music in general. Don't believe me? Blowing hot air?

Then check out over 300 Toronto House DJ Mixes here in our facecrack group by over 100 Toronto House DJs (every genre of house): http://budurl.com/TORONTOHOUSEDJMIXES FEAST YOUR EARS ENDLESSLY!! ***and this group was only started at the end of Jan of this year- 2011.

A good mix is one where someone can listen over and over and still keep smiling and not get bored. We hope that is how you feel about our mixes.

All tracks bought from www.Beatport.com and www.Traxsource.com If there is any track you particularly like and want to go buy for yourself, then let us know and we'll get the name for you and which site we bought it from. Same with any previous mix. We bought a total of 150tracks in last two months, and Jim just bought another 40+ and I haven't listened to them yet!! That's enough music for another 5 new mixes!! Don't worry, coming soon.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Please check out our NEW REVAMPED DJ Booking Site: www.TorontoDJ.biz/

This house mix made on Traktor S4 Controller with no sync applied.

( (The Depth Field) ) ) Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:08:50 +0000

dattrax: Just bought about 25 new tracks from www.stompy.com and www.traxsource.com + a few older tracks and then banged out this mix. 3rd track in is "In Too Deep", which is a brand new Phil Collins tribute bootleg by Toronto's Jason B. Happy Retirement Mr. Collins.

Hope you enjoy this mix, loved making it. Please comment & interact with us below on any mixes that you like.

This is the 2nd mix made with the Traktor Kontrol S4 (pictured top). 1st mix w/ S4 is "DIRECT DRIVE" below. Starting to get used to the basic functions of this gear. Pretty good response time on the jog wheels (but not precise when you release the jog wheel for cueing), and nothing beats the tactile feel of time-coded vinyl set-ups whether with Serato-Rane or Traktor Pro2 DJ systems. I also really like the feel of Numark's NS7, so I'd probably like the Numark V7's also since they're a grade above NS7s.

Native Instruments (NI) made a good product with this Traktor Kontrol S4 midi-controller and their online support is top notch. I'm not a tech person, so had to contact them often and read 90pgs of their 235pg PDF manual. Heavy duty construction, very cool black enamel finish, rubberized EQs and EFX knobs, spacing between knobs are not too tight, and an overall larger footprint than regular controllers, which I like. Cool to have an internal soundcard that records your mix right into your computer. I can stop lugging a mini-disc player to friends' places for a while. Still be visiting my best friend and DJ partner, Jim's serato-rane-vinyl set-up. Still like that best.

My main complaint about the S4 is that the pitch/tempo faders on either side & the crossfader are plasticky and too loose- not enough tension. I mean you'll get used to it eventually, but not ideal. The pitch faders also need to have a longer physical range (but I guess they think not too many old school DJs like us will use and every kid in their bedroom is just going to sync everything). And although the jog wheels have a slight magnetic weighting, it'd be cool to be able to adjust the tension. And it would be amazing to have spinning platters that are a lot bigger (at least 7inchs in diameter), but that would defeat the purpose of what they want to do in creating this product to be portable. I wouldn't use it to play a gig though. Good for making mixes at home, but still not trusting of fully digital systems for live events. CDs are a more sure bet for now.

I also got tons of static system pops and clicks when attached to my laptop (Intel's dual-core2 at 1.67GHZ w/ 3gigs of RAM, 32bit Window's 7- Home Edition) and this is even after following NI's suggestions for optimizing computer for audio DJing. So now I plug into my desktop (Intel's quad-core at 2.67GHZ w/ 8gigs of RAM, 64bit Window's 7-Ultimate) and haven't had a problem since.

Haven't used the sync, hot cues, sampling, looping or any of that extra stuff yet. Don't have time to finish the manual and play with those features right now. With the type of house that we spin, probably won't be doing too much of that stuff anyways, but it is fun to have options.

Still having a challenge assigning the EFX boards on either top corner to any channel. Right now they are locked to one channel each side, so I can only apply three effects to each channel instead of six to either channel. I'm sure Native Instruments will help me with that. And they also gave me a BONUS Traktor Pro 2 upgrade in early april which is super cool and worth $80USD and multiple bug fixin' updates since I bought it a month or so ago (much appreciated NI!!). Very happy with this company, Native Instruments' support and quality of software/hardware is top shelf. Here's their site: http://www.native-instruments.com/#/en/products/dj/traktor-kontrol-s4/

Hopefully this will tie me over till I can afford a real home DJ mixing system. This will be the dream set-up: Traktor Pro 2 DJ software & convertor box, Traktor control vinyls, Pioneer DJM2000 dj mixer, 2 Technics 1200s and 2 Pioneer CDJ-2000's, Traktor control CDs and kick butt JBL speakers & crazy powerful desktop computer w/ huge monitor. That would probably be around $10k, so it's still a pipe dream. Traktor Kontrol S4 is a poor man's version of a dream home DJ system at 1/10 of that cost.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Direct Drive » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 17:51:39 +0000

dattrax: This mix was a blast to make and received the most 'likes' in Facebook that we've ever gotten when posting mixes in the house music related groups that we've joined. Over 3 dozen 'likes' so far and over 1300 plays/downloads in total (inc. FB visitors), and it's only been up for 3 weeks as of this written post. So happy that others in the world are enjoying our vision of house music, it's very gratifying. Thank you all very much. Please feel free to interact with us in the comment sections of any mix you've enjoyed below.

This mix is representative of our dattrax sound which is aggressively layered & textured house. We play all sorts of types of house tracks mashed into one continuous mix whether it be deep, vocal, tech, funky or anything else that would make us dance when mixed with house. It's always about dancing or at least bopping your head till you have to see a chiropractor, otherwise, it's just boring.

There is something beautiful about hearing different combinations of house tracks and the different transitions that happen automatically when certain combos are placed on top and through each other. Let alone what you can do to change the feel with volume levels, EQs, crossfader, mixing out, tempo, etc. Our joy is in searching for the perfect mix. It never happens but the journey is a blast. We never repeat a combo, unless it hasn't been recorded in a mix yet. Interesting combos refresh and reinvigorate our love of house every single time.

This mix was made on the new Traktor Kontrol S4, but the 'sync' feature was not used. We come from an old-fashion background of playing on crappy DJ & sound equipment and even on turntables with poor pitch control before we got Technics 1200s. We like to always get back to basics for that raw DJ feel.

When you only play two house tracks at a time and you use a computer syncing program, that's not real DJing. DJing house is about beat matching, layering, mixing out properly, transitions, programming and creating an overall house groove.

I'm not discounting 'sync', it's what it is used for that I'm disputing. If you are fusing three or four songs together and need to focus on being creative by making new sounds and textures and by making sure that the 3-4 tracks don't clash, then beat matching has to take a back seat for that to happen. That's a different type of DJing- that's closer to performance art and a new level in live remixing. Above our pay grade.

New DJs that rely on technology to do the work will get burned. Not everyone will get to play in premium clubs with state of the art DJ & sound equipment, so the basics must be solid, so that you can be flexible when you don't have the 'perfect' set-up. Learning the basics and improving on them is what makes good House DJs. I'm not trying to even compare House DJs to Hip-Hop DJs, those guys are scientists, completely next level. Just complaining about lazy, hands in their pockets DJs in the house world.

My DJ partner Jim has the Serato-Rane time-code vinyl set up and I have the Traktor S4 midi controller set up now, but we both prefer playing out on vinyl and cds. I think we had a combined collection of over 60 crates of house records. I only have five crates left because I got rid of 25crates over the years. I still don't trust a laptop to not crash, but with cds, unless I lose my cookies in anger and decide to stomp on them with my boots, we'll be cruising just fine at any gig. And as far as tactile-feel and modern flexibility of playing digital music files, nothing beats the Serato/Traktor time-coded vinyl systems.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Speakrz JuMpin' » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 07:05:11 +0000

dattrax: These past two weeks I've been reacquainted with some old DJ friends and met some new ones on FaceCrack. It's been a blast sharing each others' house mixes online (no more cassette tapes or cds!!). I've been inspired time and time again by tons of great house music from Toronto DJs & Producers. We always think that the grass is greener elsewhere. Torontonians want to talk about how great the house scene is in New York, Miami, San Fran or Europe.

We forget that the reason why there are soooooooo many House Producers, DJs and regular HouseFiends in Toronto is because of all the great DJs here that we grew up listening & dancing to. DJs like Aki, PTS (Peter, Tyrone & Shams), Dino & Terry, Gene King, Kevin Williams, Dave Campbell, Jason Palma, Nick Holder & Patrick "D" Nice to name the foundation of Underground House here. They got us loving and deeply addicted to this genre of electronic music back in the day.

Can't even describe the feeling of joy to find and hear a good house track. Hope you get some of the same feelings after listening to a few of our mixes. Blended with love & devotion, dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Second Nature » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:38:02 +0000

dattrax: It amazes us how house has grown into so many genres within itself, but the love of house is universal. It's so much fun to make a mix and share it online with HouseHeadz all over the world. DJing is such a blast!! You get to put together your favourite songs anyway you want. Any speed, any length for each track, how you mix trxs in or out, how you like it to sound with more bass for some or more hi's (guilty). The best part is that you don't have to know any music theory or have any musical ability. (Like us, we're probably putting together sounds that would grate a real musician's sensibilities).

...You just start spinning. And it's such a blast that you want to do it again and again. You listen to lots of other DJs and get inspired by their various distinct sounds.

We love finding the gems in all these mp3 stores, even with so many genres ranging from house, deephouse, techhouse, minimal house, electro house and progressive house. You know when you've found one when you get goosebumps and whisper 'WOW' to yourself. And then there are the exceptional tunes where you put your fist in the air and you're not at a party and no one is around. It's weird sort of.

We hope that this happens to you when you hear this mix (even if just a little). Most of the time that you spend DJing is finding the gems, not actually mixing. We're like house miners of sorts- digging away. Best to Everyone in this exciting New Year who visits here from where ever you are in the world. (thank goodness Podomatic finally got their sites mobile friendly, so you don't need a microscope to see this site on your smartphone) Cheers, dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Forever Is Not Long Enough » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 23:50:50 +0000

Strictly House Music... Will return here w/ comments, dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

LightHouse » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:37:21 +0000

dattrax: Made this mix with M-Audio's Xponent midi-controller, their Torq software & my laptop.

After using my friend's Xponent a few times I'd have to say that I'm not a fan. (Sorry, not being ungrateful Devon. Thank you for letting me borrow it). The cueing of tracks from the beginning on the jog wheels don't work each time, so you have to use the forward/backwards buttons a lot- major pain and time waster. The cross-fader and pitch controls are way too loose- it's difficult to be precise. Feels like you're playing with a toy.

BIG TIME PROPS to all the DJs I've seen on youtube who rock it out on these plasticky controllers. MAD SKILLS!! I suck on these.

The mid-range EQ's on each channel had to be set at 11 o'clock all the time (I usually have to set to 1pm for all other DJ mixers), and it still put out too much mid & the mid sounds very hollow. Overall, not really too fun to play with. Got my house music fix with the making of this mix though.

For max DJ'ing fun, I'll stick w/ cd turntables, serato w/ vinyl control discs or reg. vinyl turntables.

Will be trying a friend's NuMark NS7 soon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef_4NIKpuHI
That looks like the best controller out there because of the motorized platters that spin (and you can adjust the tightness of the platters), and the heavy duty metal construction. The NS7 doesn't feel like a toy, but at over 3X's the cost of Xponent, it better not:)

Most of the tracks on this mix were bought from www.Stompy.com and the rest from www.Traxsource.com Hope everyone enjoys this mix!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Capsized » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:19:30 +0000

dattrax: We want to THANK every single visitor for coming to our site over the last 15mths. We love house music just as much as you do. We started this site at the end of jul2009 not knowing what to expect from all this online stuff (we're a few years removed from all the younger people who actually understand the internet). But WOW... over 65 mixes on this site now- it's oct.7th, 2010, and our backend says that we've had
37 393 total plays/ downloads in last 12mths, 6088 unique visitors, 5554 subscribers and an average of 102 plays/ downloads each day!

It's humbling to know that people from all over the world are listening to these two non professional DJs who are just like little kid geeks when it comes to house music& dj related stuff.

Also a big Thank You to the Podomatic Team for creating such a simple to use and affordable platform to share our passion with anyone who happens to visit here.

It's been a while since we posted. Sorry. We wish we could put more time into his love affair we have with this thing call HOUSE, but going to work, family and paying the bills has to come first.

Just wanted to throw this mix up here to share with everyone. The mixing is not the greatest by any means (hope no big DJ listens to this), but the house tracks are incredible (none of our doing of course) and it's such a fun mix, so we hope you enjoy it. House music has alway been about fun and when it stops being fun for us, then we'll stop.

All of the tracks in this mix were bought from www.beatport.com, www.traxsource.com & www.stompy.com. If you know of other mp3 sites where someone can buy great house music, then please let us know, we'll try them.

Mixed w/ two technic 1200 vinyl turntables, pioneer djm500 mixer and a serato set up.

Planning to put up a few more mixes before the new year rolls to a close, so come back and visit us soon.
Take Care & let us know what you think in the comment section. Cheers

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

First Glimpse » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:42:06 +0000

dattrax: My DJ Friends often called hunting for great tracks, "Junk Hunting". That's what we all do who love spinning House, don't we? We went though beatport.com & traxsource.com for weeks and probably listened to 2500+ tracks to buy 68 between the both of us. Jim took beatport and I took traxsource. I think our total bill was less than $140 bucks. In the vinyl days, it would have cost at least $1300 for 68EPs. Yup, it was $16.99 (b4 taxes!) for a 4 track EP or 2Trx double sided 12" or sometimes 1Trx, one sided bootleg. We usually only bought an EP for one cut. The GOOSE BUMP/ FIST IN THE AIR CUT.

NOTE: w/ the exception of track#2 in this mix, which is a georgeous SADE bootleg made by Jason B. of SoulFusionExpress fame in Toronto and given to me by an amazing DJ that I met online, Said Chaara.

This is the fourth mix after we both bought from those mp3 stores. First one that we're posting. We are like kids on Christmas morning. Nothing like listening to a batch of new house w/ your best friend and DJ partner of almost 20yrs. We listened to the tracks for a few days first.

Have enough tracks for a second mix. Going to raid stompy.com in next week first. It'd be nice to find 20 or more tracks there (We can only hope).

Made w/ two pioneer 1000 cd turntables and an Allen & Heath XONE: 92 mixer and a pair of crappy headphones (Jim was hogging the good pair!). The instruments in these headphones didn't sound distinct enough and it wasn't loud enough!
Sidenote: Invest in good headphones if you want to DJ, it'll make your experiences so much better- spend at least $200 on a pair. At the same time, work w/ what you have and start listening, collecting and MIXING!

We hope you like this mix, it was made w/ childlike wonder & youthful love at this music we call HOUSE.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Relentless » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:08:57 +0000

dattrax: this mix was made w/ two technics 1200 vinyl turntables, pioneer djm-500 mixer, rane SL1 convertor box, and serato scratch live dj software, itunes playlists and sony soundforge for recording.

Borrowed a friend's serato/ rane set up and it is a blast. Had more fun making this mix than most of the last gigs w/ mixing w/ cds. Made about 1/2 a dozen mixes before this on serato. "Mainstay, MixTwo" was made w/ serato/ rane set up.

This is the best of the fusion of digital music files and the tactile control of vinyl turntables. What I did was loaded around 250 tracks into itunes library. Then made six playlists of mp3/ wave tracks titled: instrumental.mellow, ".medium, ".harder & vocal.mellow, ".medium, ".harder because the problem w/ digital tracks is that if you are not organised you can't create a good groove/ flow through a mix. It was a lot easier when it was vinyl because you picked 100 records for an hour gig (this gave you a choice of 3-4records to choose from for every track you played) and your brain remembered the colour of the sleeves, the sticker label on each side A or B, the name of the label or artists, you knew exactly where your favourite track was.

With digital, when you buy 20-30tracks per week and your collection accumulates fast, you don't know what is what because the names are just words. Even when you do what we do, and burn onto single cds, it gets difficult because it's our chicken scratch w/ black permanent marker on silver blank cds. W/ cds we organised vocals in different carrying folders than instrumentals. I've seen a lot of local DJs burn 12-15+ tracks on one disk w/ a paper list in the insert of the holder. It's too confusing to create a vibe- too much music.

It's faster using serato, then thumbing through folders for cds. Select the folder (playlist in itunes since serato syncs to itunes), then scroll to desired track, then click and drag into the serato software interface- left or right side turntable on screen. Now because of the rane SL1 box, the track is calibrated to the vinyl for instant response. It's the coolest thing. Playing digital tracks on vinyl is amazing! Nothing beats the tactile feel of vinyl for mixing. It's such a blast! Can't wait to try traxtor's system. From what I'm seeing on websites/ youtube etc, it looks like traxtor is more flexible. I'm sure there are tons of bells & whistles that I don't know about in serato, but my friend needs his stuff back soon, so I'll just keep to basics.

The djm500 mixer is still one of my favourite dj mixers to play on. Love how the buttons, knobs, crossfader feel. The efx are simple to use and lots of fun to play around with (hope i didn't do too many to make this mix annoying or anything).

Hope you enjoy this mix, please comment here if you do.

BTW... going to put our slogan 'strictly house music' in every title now because I realised when searching for mixes to listen to in podomatic that a lot of other DJs were smart and put 'house music' in the title, so that it shows up in the search results.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Mainstay, MixTwo » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:10:42 +0000

continued:
To keep the crowd & staff happy and interested we had to almost completely play all vocals. Imagine DJing for 3-6hrs (depending how busy it was)and changing songs every 3mins (we have house-ADD where we compulsively cannot play tracks for a long time)! I guess that I probably wouldn't want banging house in a non club environment but... No, sure we would! We get into different moods when it comes to spinning types of house music, but usually mix it up- that's our sound. We broke our personal DJ technique rule of "never mix a vocal into a vocal". This mix is the feel of those nights there. Besides the equipment & creative limit drawbacks- It was a lot of fun because THE STAFF AND CROWD WERE GREAT every week! We had tons of people who you wouldn't think like house go crazy. The last track ("Trouble is a Friend" by Lenka) on this mix was probably requested every week of the 5mths we were there. Probably make a few more mixes like this one to get those new tracks we got recorded in mixes- love that!

We respect any DJ who has any longterm residency. It takes a ton of new music and a lot of stamina to keep the crowd (& especially yourself) motivated and having fun in the exact same environment every week. We had to buy 20 new tracks a week to keep from not getting bored. We accumulated over 400 new tracks in that stint. Love to put the majority of these in a bunch of mixes, but the real bill paying job comes before the hobby, so it might take a while. This is the second mix recorded from that batch of music w/ the exception of a few tracks (and Mainstay, MixOne being the first of course).

We hope you enjoy this mix. dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Until The Morning, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:44:46 +0000

Until The Morning, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:09:31 +0000

Nu Daze » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:44:45 +0000

Just Like Before » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:55:41 +0000

Renewed » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:48:53 +0000

Trial Memories » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:19:03 +0000

Shared Stain » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:24:02 +0000

Strictly House Music... Will return here w/ comments, dattrax

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was created on a Native Instrument's "Traxtor Kontrol S4" controller MK3 version, a crappy PC laptop and No sync applied.

Safe & Sound » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:51:48 +0000

Distinctual » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:15:41 +0000

This was an all vinyl house mix.

---------------
How do we describe the dattrax sound? Always Fun, Tech-Fused, Funky-Foot Stompin', Carved Deep and Woven & Laced with Sweet Smooth Hands in the Air Vocals... Strictly House Music- always dattrax.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment if you've enjoyed our mixes.
Just Google 'dattrax' and find all places we've been a part of online.
Please share with your family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances who could use a dose of musical candy.
Isn't music such a great escape?

---------------
DJ Bookings for Canada, the US, or Global: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Any support would be appreciated if you'd like to donate or support our music addiction. This is our PayPal Donate email that you can use: dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
As always - massive thanks to the fantastic vocalists, producers, DJs, and dancers (even in your homes or while walking about) for their incredible advancement of this beautiful musical genre!! It makes us all feel young, vibrant, and extremely happy!!

Earthtones » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:53:41 +0000

Chatterbox » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 03:44:56 +0000

dattrax: Let these non-stop funky beats keep talking to you! Deep techy house w/ rhythmic basslines. Layered w/ so many textures all the way through- dattrax style! Hardly any vocals on this mix, just crammed full of tracks w/ change ups every 3mins or so.
Can't you see? There's not enough free time to listen to anything other than house music.
Be narrow- minded!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Emergency » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:08:53 +0000

Redlined Tech » Strictly Tech House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:02:45 +0000

Fallen Circles, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:25:00 +0000

Fallen Circles, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:09:26 +0000

Freed » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:26:24 +0000

Refuge » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:45:33 +0000

Strictly Freestylin' » Strictly 80s Freestyle Music or Gino Beats ; )

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:08:36 +0000

dattrax: this is one of the few NON- HOUSE MUSIC dattrax mixes. This is crammed full of great classic freestyle tracks. Also known as Gino Music. I loved listening to this stuff. Feels like 80's glory days and reminds you of Miami (even though we've never been there). Convertibles, big hair, and the beautiful innocence of youth.

Jim's Brother In Law as a big Freestyle DJ in mid to late 80's and I borrowed his cd collection (he slowly captured his vinyl collection w/ cds). I think his DJ name was "Capital Punishment". Ha ha... so cheesy that it's cool.

The bad news for me was finding out that the cd versions of these popular songs had no space to mix in the next track. But I didn't want to go through his 12" vinyl collection, so I made due. Also bought 5 or 6 tracks from ITunes that he didn't have on cd.

If you like 80's-90's freestyle, then you'll LOVE THIS MIX! If you thought that Ginos/ Ginas and Gino Music was extinct and should stay that way, then skip this one. Don't have to like everything.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD mix.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

Recognise My Intentions » Strictly Old School Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:22:46 +0000

dattrax: this is one of the few NON- HOUSE MUSIC dattrax mixes. This is sort of an old school 80s type of music with Sade tracks, some freestyle, etc. Short and sweet. Nice and mellow. If you're born after 1975, then you'll probably won't recognise most of these songs.

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was an all vinyl mix.

Violet Rhythms » Strictly Progressive House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:01:41 +0000

dattrax: I good friend of mine Inth, had a phase where he wanted to be a DJ. So he went out and for 6mths bought about a 150 records. Then he quit and gave them to me. Normally we don't play progressive house, but decided to go through Inth's collection and pick out the best tracks. This mix is the result. Our only progressive house mix to date. Hope you like it. Please comment if you do. dattrax

---------------
Reach out to us and comment. Just Google 'dattrax' and you'll find all places online that we've been a part of. Please share with other like-minded individuals.

---------------
There's a PayPal donate button on the right if you're on our Podomatic site if you want to buy us a beer to say cheers ; )

Our PayPal donation email if you are listening to our mixes on another platform. Any amount of support is welcomed. We appreciate you! dattrax@gmail.com

---------------
Our main mix site: https://dattrax.podomatic.com/ or at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dattrax or Google "dattrax".

THIS IS THE BEST OPTION: You can download the free "Podomatic" app, sign up with your email, then search 'dattrax' and subscribe to 'house music by dattrax'. It has a cute pic of my youngest boy when he was little and over my DJ mixer. BOOM!! 110+ mixes, the last 27yrs of our lives in the crack of time between family, friends and work.

---------------
All tracks bought from https://www.traxsource.com/ and https://www.beatport.com/

This mix was an all vinyl mix.

The Sweetest Sade » Strictly Bootleg House Music Covers

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:24:50 +0000

dattrax: I don't know anyone w/ a tiny sliver of musical taste in their bones who doesn't like Sade. Like WOW! Beyond beautiful and what a songstress! The only singer who doesn't need a crew of back up dancers to mesmerize a crowd. She just sways and sings. Style. Her cd albums and live concert videos are WORTH EVERY PENNY. Can't wait till her 2010 album comes out! I have all her cds, house mixes and just need her live dvds (have some live VHS tapes).
I first listened to 'Diamond Life' album when I was 15 w/ my first walkman (you'll have to Google that to find out that it's a portable cassette player, then you have to Google to find out what that means).
This mix is a tribute to her in the only way we know how- by putting most of our favourite Sade House Bootleg tracks into a single mix. Enjoy and please comment if you have something positive to add.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Can't Stop Now » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:42:15 +0000

Back to Back » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:23:54 +0000

Mainstay, MixOne » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:15:27 +0000

dattrax: This mix starts w/ Lisa Shaw's beautiful vocals on a track called "Someday". I don't know how many vocal tracks she has done since her Naked Music days, but we can't get enough of her (we probably own a dozen at least). 2nd track is "Battery Man" by Fish Go Deep. These guys just keep banging out amazing house vocal tracks! Love their work. At 12mins, one of our top three favourite Charles Webster tracks, Presence featuring Shara Nelson singing "Sense of Danger". Shara Nelson gives us goosebumps on this track. This is followed by another deep and soulful Fish Go Deep, "Weapons of Choice". This sort of sets the tone of the mix. This is mix for people who love house vocals back to back. There's probably only 5 instrumentals in this 70min. mix.

We had this fri & sat night gig for about 5mths at this fancy smancy restaurant/bar/patio (we couldn't afford to eat there even at a discount! Ever had a $10beer/$12mix drink/up to $30 martini and feel good about it afterwards?) located in the heart of downtown Toronto. It was sort of restrictive in that the DJ equipment was not fun to play on, two pioneer 200 cd turntables w/ no spinning platter, a pioneer 400 mixer and tiny bookshelf speaker for a monitor that farted bass when you blast it. And we have to blast it because I am sort of deaf in my left/DJ ear.

continued...

BTW.. this is my youngest baby, Caleb. Isn't he cute? Don't worry, he's not really DJing. Don't want him leaving the house at any age, let alone come home late. But that's a non-house related topic for some other Blog in the future.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Safe Haven » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:02:58 +0000

New Century Soul, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:30:18 +0000

New Century Soul, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:11:02 +0000

Sonic Reconstructions, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 23:17:43 +0000

Sonic Reconstructions, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:54:34 +0000

dattrax: Sorry about the skip in first 3mins everyone. i transferred these two mixes from tape and didn't know how to do that properly back then. something happened w/ the digital file. and i get trigger happy throwing stuff out or deleting things, so... some regrets occur w/ music. you can tell this was influenced by tons of partying at INDUSTRY niteclub. Wow... Derrick Carter, Cevin Fisher, Roger S, Doc Martin, DJ Sneak, Danny Tenaglia, Mark Farina- NUFF SAID.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

In Passing » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:23:14 +0000

cLaSsiC sEsSiOnS miXtWo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:16:48 +0000

Classic Sessions MixOne » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:58:36 +0000

Reign » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:38:02 +0000

dattrax: I made this on my friend’s Allen & Heath XONE: 92 set up with two Technics SL-DZ1200 cd turntables(pictured here) in her three floored Bar/ Lounge in downtown Toronto.

This mixer outputs great crisp sound, and looks & feels great. It’s sturdy and responsive- that’s probably why I’m not into midi-controllers (yet), they feel like toys and all the knobs and slides are super loose w/ no tension. I think it would take a while to get used to and I don’t believe I can have the control necessary. This “92” is the only mixer that I’ve played on that splits the mids into two (hi and low halves of the midrange) on each channel, so that you have more control of the mid-range sounds.

Great for isolating vocals, congos, washes, etc. Unfortunately I didn’t spend enough time testing the sound and the result after recording when I fooled around w/ the midrange EQ knobs. Since I know nothing about sound/ music, just what I like when it comes to house music, I started mixing and recording.

I realised later that the way I had the mid’s EQ’ed for most of the tracks, the whole mix had a slight sharp shrill sound that is unpleasant to the ears at higher volumes. I removed some of the low end off the midrange thinking that it would enhance the mid, but it just made it hallow and too sharp. Another mistake I made was not testing my latest batch of buys off of Beatport.com. At 10mins “Tide” and 25mins in “Casualties” w/ Eryland Oye’s vocals, these two for some reason was overly compressed and mastered incorrectly, so the highs are too sharp and the bass is not tight. And it didn’t help w/ my poor EQ’ing compounding the situation. You win some and you lose some, but you always learn in the process. I can’t tell you how many good mixes have gotten ruined because of new things (different- software, hardware, etc.) I was trying and backfired.

This was such a fun mix listening to that I didn’t have the heart to delete this one. This mix is full of exciting house tracks w/ techy grooves smoothly aggressively blended together.

Starting two minutes in w/ “Anymore” by Badmouth remixed by Phonique. Another of my favourite vocal tracks begins almost 13mins in, “Moan” by Trentemoller remixed by Radio Slave. Within 34mins, “Calling You” by Electrochemie drifts in haunting vocals and hypnotic beats & grooves. Love Electrochemie! They probably couldn’t imagine their dark and electronic tunes would be mixed w/ these other house tracks. I want to make a 45min, Electrochemie tribute mix soon!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

Designing » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 21:40:17 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 9…

DAT: Just before these times when these tracks were not called 'classics'... when you went to the record store each week from your crappy, low paying and unfulfilling job there would be 30 DJs listening to the same 15 records that came out. Then you'd buy it. Go home and listen to each track a few times, and then make a mixed tape with the fresh buys mixed in with the rest of your records. Then the next two nights go dance with your friends to the same records being played at 3-6 parties across Downtown Toronto. DJ'ed by Toronto House Legends: Mark & Aki, P.T.S. (Peter, Tyrone & Shams), Eric Ling, Dino & Terry, Jason Palma, Dave Campbell, Patrick "D-Nice" & Kevin Williams.

Driving in cars, blaring the new mix tape! Then next week buy a mix tape from a popular DJ and see how they put it together. The repetition was drilled into you. Tracks these days don't get that kind of attention not because they are not good tracks, but because the environment is vastly different and there is TOO MUCH MUSIC/ TOO MANY CHOICES. You're forced to have a short attention span just to be able to go through all the music that you like.

A friend in highschool introduced me to house, Noel Nanton. He was an incredible DJ. He still produces house and is a graphic designer now. Great guy! He made me one of my favourite mixed tapes of all time (I have a LOT of mixed house tapes), but I foolishly lent it to a girl who never gave it back. I get upset every time it crosses my mind. Why didn't I just dub it first? Noel brought me to GO-GO's where Kevin William was destroying the system with his tight and lightening quick mixing. Who knew that the 1st Live House DJ that I saw, is the live style that Jim and I enjoy spinning like- fast changups. I sneaked into GO-GO's w/ my cousin's ID because 'all Chinese people looked alike'. I was only 16."

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

niNTeChJa » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 13:48:43 +0000

TechVisions » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 08:32:41 +0000

Metallic Songs » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 08:05:36 +0000

dattrax: The title basically says that there is nothing organic about this mix. Techy, electronic, funky w/ a slight tribal feel. Charging beats and harder edged layering. It has a relentless and aggressive pace.

This mix begins w/ Ladytron's "Playgirl", a gem that I found in a Queen St. W. record store called "Rotate This" in a back bin of techno records. Just pulled up any record that had cool artwork and that I didn't recognise in their electronic section. Must have blazed through 150 records that day. Such a waste of time taking records in and out of their sleeves without damaging them. People hate us at record stores. Just dropping the needle on each cut of a record for seconds looking for the goosebumps and hair to rise. "Playgirl" was a b-side that was made super fast. I had to slow it down 4 notches on technics 1200s and it's still fast.

This mix is highlighted by wicked tracks by the Dynamic Duo of Justin Harris and Luke Solomon of MusicForFreaks (MFF) fame, Steve Bug's double album, "The Other Day", DJ Heather, Richie Hawtin, Cevin Fisher, Rob Mello, Adam Marshall (a fellow Torontonian), Dub Taylor, Derrick Carter, etc., etc. LOVE THESE GUYS!!!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Like The Desert Missed The Rain, MixTwo » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:22:02 +0000

Continued…

dattrax: Little Louie Vega is incredible if you’ve seen him live. This guy mixes like the songs were produced together, not like separate tracks. He DJs like a musician- can’t even describe it, you have to experience him. I always wonder what it’s like to know how house music tracks are made from conception to post production, and then spin them? Jim and I just know what house tracks we love, but we know nothing about music, composition, etc. We just like what we like and hope that some people like it too. I’d hate if a musician listened to us.
This is one of my favourite of Mr. Vegas’ authorized mixes. Full of energy and beautiful house music. Relentless, track after track. I can’t tell you how many records the duo of Little Louie Vega and his partner Kenny “Dope” Gonzalez, Masters At Work (M.A.W.) that Jim and I own and own doubles of. There was a time when we were partying, that almost everything good was made by these guys. I bet there are more MAW records in house DJs' collections than any other producers.
Roger Sanchez. That name just gets a period. Definitive. I’ve been to probably four parties in Toronto where he was headlining- never a disappointment. I kicked myself the last few times he was in Toronto and I missed him. Smooth as butter and his passion shows through his performance. He loves it! Three decks- seamless- TIGHT (there’s a picture of him in the DJ Dictionary if there is one). No computer w/ beatlock – a DJ’s DJ. I'm so happy that when I catch him on YouTube and stuff he's playing w/ cds. Nothing like old & new tech together. He’s always having a blast w/ the crowd. Not the stone face DJ, seen one of those lately? Don’t love what you do? Go do something else Man!
The greats always make it look easy and fun. Then the masses go out and spend tons of money and realize that ‘hey, this is hard’.
The title of these two mixes comes from the chorus of an Everything But The Girl cover by Nicola on this mixed cd, “Missing”. I just loved that line, “Like the desert missed the rain”. I almost spelled it ‘dessert’ by accident at first.
Chuck Love’s mixed cd was such an exciting gem of a purchase! His tracks have a older, familiar feel, but such a bumpy energy that charges forward. Very organic sounds and instruments, but has such a fresh edge to them. Joy. He is new to us, but will be looking for him. Can’t tell you how much I love his music.
Loved the track “Shy” from the Matthew Dear CD. We have a few of his tracks on vinyl. Techy, w/ awesome alternative rock sounding vocals.
We hope that you enjoy these two mixes as much as we love sharing them!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Like The Desert Missed The Rain, MixOne » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:42:35 +0000

dattrax: Went into an HMV at Bloor & Yonge in Downtown Toronto a while ago for some mixed house cd listening. I needed a house music fix badly. Stayed for hours listening to at least 40 "electronica" cds. They hated me there because the staff have to reseal the ones that you don’t buy. CDs are expensive, you have to love what you spend your hard earned dollars on. Bought these five for about $130 w/ taxes:

"In The House: Little Louie Vega" mixed by Little Louie Vega. I lent this double mixed cd to a good friend (another DJ) a few weeks after buying it, and haven’t seen it since. YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE! I hope you feel guilty. It’s fine, we’ll still be friends, just give it back please…

"Asa Breed" by Matthew Dear. Great techy tracks.

"Release Yourself" mixed by Roger Sanchez. The “S” Man, NUFF SAID!

"Bring Enough To Spill Some” mixed by Chuck Love. WOW! This guy’s music is CRAZY!

“F*** Me I’m Famous!” mixed David Guetta Not bad, like some tracks.

Listened to these for about a week, then marked all the tracks that I loved, the levels, when the vocals started, and made these two mixes. Took a few takes. I never put this much preparation into a mix, because usually just like to have fun and if it sucks, then toss it. Usually one out of 10, I keep. Hey... baseball players are making millions at 3 out of 10. One out of 10 isn't too bad, I guess. Also,because the tracks were from these authorized mixed cds that have been mastered professionally w/ top dollar, these two mixes by default sound amazing.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Nothing Else Will Do » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:49:29 +0000

dattrax: House Music to me is a flood of memories, images & feelings into my mind of good times & complete bliss. Music is so powerful in connecting our memories to particular songs or styles of music. Being at a party with loud house music and people everywhere with smiles plastered on their faces is like living your own music video fusing together the powerful elements of music + imagery.

When I got into house I had just moved out of my abusive, dictatorial guardian's home, finishing high school and having my first taste of freedom. Having choices was good for my love of house music to develop, but bad for the smoking, drinking, etc, etc.

I met my best friend, DJ partner and business partner of almost 20yrs, Jim on the streets of downtown Toronto- both looking for that next fix- a warehouse party. All word of mouth and looking in the usual spots where the last one was held- no flyer people, cellphones, facebook, twitter, etc. How did the scene even grow?

These were empty spaces where they charged $5 a head and $5 a beer and they started at 1am back when last call in Toronto was 12:45am, not 1:45am. Sidenote: changing of last call ushered in the superclubs and destroyed the underground warehouse scene in Toronto. Dark with candles sometimes, a DJ on two technics 1200s, a mixer (with no single channel EQs back then) and 4-6 crappy speakers that are not crystal clear like speakers at venues these days. They had this hallow mid-range sound, we dubbed it the 'warehouse sound'. Parties usually finishing at 7am- WOW, what a time.

Once we experienced two songs seamlessly blended together by an expert DJ in a smoke filled dark, dingy room, with 100+ people dancing up a storm, never went back to normal popular music.

We were always trying to chase that rush of emotions... that last slamming party... that last great DJ mix tape... that last hot mix that gave you goosebumps and made you pump your hands in the air.

So for every good party we went to 6-8 poor ones. For every great DJ mix tape you got 5-6 crappy ones, etc., etc. Chasing the illusion of fulfillment.

Despite all of that... find someone anywhere in the world who likes house and you have an instant connection. House is so uplifting and unifying.

Cheers, dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Substance » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:02:25 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 14…

JIM: “Dat was a practice monster, and had made a few dozen mixed tapes that he duplicated, into a few hundred, he burns through gear like nobody’s business, tape decks, cd recorders, CPUs, monitors, you name he’s killed it. Through just plain old overuse, Dat’s not a DJ, he’s a House Monster. But he had labeled those tapes “dattrax” and at the time I couldn’t come up with a better name so “dattrax” we became!
I get really lucky when it comes to gear, files and converting our catalogue of records to mp3s. I love gear, I love it all, cd players, laptop platforms, and time coded vinyl, midi controllers. I think you need to know how to use it all, but buy what you like. Most of our closest friends are other DJs or sound geeks, so we get to try a lot of different gear. Since we’ve been playing from cds and mp3’s lately, Dat’s taken care of most of that, hunting, cataloguing, converting etc. I’ve been really spoiled for the last little while.
I’ve been late to the dance, but I always show up! I’ve spent more money at this, than I’ll ever make in this! I have the best DJ Partner and friend a guy could hope for! IN THE NAME OF HOUSE!! And my friends the beat goes on………….”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Electric Carve » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:33:31 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 13…

JIM: “I met Dat when I was sixteen years old. We hit it off immediately our shared love of House Music, being equally broke and just general teenaged HouseHeads. We had a lot of mutual acquaintances, who neither of us know where they are now or what they’re up to. It was completely normal for us to be out every day of the week to listen to House Music. Everywhere we would go a pool hall on Monday, a patio on Tuesday, a dorm party on Wednesday and then the weekend. That’s right, the weekend started on Thursday! What can I tell you? That’s where we we’re at.
For most of this time I was playing alone, Dat started buying records, but we were just partying together, not DJing together. I’m not sure when it happened, but at some point I let Dat open a gig, and then I’d go on around 11pm, sounds early but at the time last call in Toronto was at 1am. It wasn’t long before Dat’s beat matching and programming were sick! We played back to back one night and then never looked back.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Hope » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:54:46 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 12…

JIM: “A friend of mine named Marco told me about this underground house music thing, gave me a tape, made by his friend Tony. It had Raze’s “Break for Love”, Fast Eddie’s “Acid Thunder” and the new hit by Bobby Konders, “The Poem”. I was in the record store the next day and bought:
Bobby Konders - The Poem
On Virgo Traxx (New York Kidz) – When You Hold Me
Larry Heard – Donnie
Jay Williams – Sweat
And the rest as they say... is history. Well, not really, I was a broke kid, I couldn’t stop buying records long enough to save up for turntables, so the first set of turntables I got were these things called Shadow’s (I think at some point I sold them to Dat). The pitch was reversed from that of 12’s and the response from the pitch slide was horrible, but at least I could mix my records, on my Radio Shack (now The Source) no EQ's, two channel mixer (that I still have) and my ear bud walkman knock-off head set. That’s right I said it, a walkman. If we had iPod quality headsets back then, I don’t think it would have made a difference. I don’t think the mixer could have pushed out the sound any louder.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

New Sense » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:23:23 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 11…

JIM: “My earliest recollections of listening to music, was listening to my Dad belting out the entire Beatles catalogue from the back seat of our yellow Volkswagen beetle- Hey, it was the seventies! My Dad had a decent collection of vinyl, the entire Beatles collection, a serious Elvis collector and a huge country western collection. It only ever seemed strange to other people, a Greek guy who liked country. I grew up around it, so I thought everybody’s Dad liked country. I still remember me and my sister trying to get him not to sing “make the world go away” in the shower because we needed a quiet room to record, Duran Duran’s “The Reflex”, from the radio.
Having an older sister in the eighties, makes you an automatic fan of stuff like the Culture Club, Wham, Cindy Lauper, Madonna, and the Eurythmics. It was all great, and it was our top 40, our New Kids on the Block/N’Sync/Britney/Christina/Beyonce/Lady Gaga or whatever.
Enter High School, enter cliques, and enter personality definition through music. I grew up on a steady diet of what was then alternative pop music, Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys, New Order, The Smiths, Erasure… If it had an electronic feel, a steady kick and it made you happy one day and sad the next, that’s what I listen to. I didn’t paint my nails black and put on the Cure make up, but a steady diet of Joy Division, will make you think about it. Just kidding, my families’ Greek and they hit hard!”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Soundscapes Within » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:54:27 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 10…

DAT: “Also back then you'd listen to 10 different hot DJs spin the same tracks- it was incredible to see their stamp on house. Their sonic signature if you will. I was in love with house and DJing when I realised that it wasn't music in the sense of Mozart, but a form of self expression- participating in making a musical collage. Like a musical cut and paste. You get to pick your favourite songs, how fast or slow, or how long you want to play it, which part of the song you want to highlight, whether you want to cut it up or layer it, whether you want the feel to be smooth or charging, whether you want... The combinations are endless w/ house music and that much fun!"

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Slow Burn » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:30:07 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 8…

Dat: “Just wanted to add that when I made a mix called "CLASSIC" (available on this site) when house started splintering in Toronto, and was being made by everyone and anyone in their basement. Which is great because of the variety and abundance in tracks this creates. Before DJ mixers came with single channel EQs for hi, mid and bass. Before fancy types of turntables & DJ headphones came out. You either had TECHNICS 1200s, or crap. I had these belt drive turntables w/ pitch control called Shadows. Bought them from my best friend Jim (AKA- JZOO) for $150, while he moved to his first pair of twelves. The pitch controls were reversed of those on standard TECHNICS 1200s. The range was smaller and they did not feel like a direct drive turntables because there was no power and tons of lag time and drag.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

The New Resolve » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:11:50 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 7…

DAT: “’CLASSIC’ was one of my first cds (available on this site). It was weird not to flip a tape after 45mins to record side B. One continuous 73 minute mix. WOW, technology!!! This mix has always been well received because it invokes memories for people who attended those illegal warehouse parties that started at 1:30am on Saturdays in Downtown Toronto and went on till 7am. Hot, dark and sweaty with hour long waits to the one washroom. Hundreds of people all dancing, smoking and drinking.

I was partying in this scene from '93 till '96. I'm not sure, but I think around '96 is when Toronto changed last call from 1am till 2am and clubs started playing late night music and it killed the warehouse scene. Also Industry Nightclub emerged around this time, and defined an era in Toronto's House Scene. Ahhh... Industry. I could write a page about that one club. I don't think that that club's atmosphere has been duplicated since. Over 2000 people each Saturday dancing till 8am. The widest range of types of people, just like the warehouse days. And the house music was... “

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Visits » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:28:14 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 6…

DAT: “House Music is a DJ's music. It is meant to be a musical collaged expression of what a particular DJ thinks and feels that is GREAT HOUSE! This is how mix tapes began. Years before I started buying records. I would record this 3hr Friday night radio show called FEAR EDIT 88.1 in Toronto with multiple cassette tapes. The DJs were Chris Sheppard and Deadly Headley... I think. Then I would listen and go through them and find the tracks that I liked. Then manually compile them onto a new tape with help from my trusted double tape deck. They were not mixes or arranged properly, but my favourite songs were on each final tape that I made. Now people are complaining about only have 2gigs on their cell phones. I'm just happy there is no HISS running through my mixes anymore and that I don't need ONE Master tape because every duplicate has crappier quality.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix made back to back with Jim and I.

Sunrise, MixTwo » sTriCtLY hOuSe mUsiC

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:07:24 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 5…

DAT: “Just started converting last 5crates of vinyl into digital format. Time consuming and painful. Physically play each track and have mixer input into computer/ Soundforge, then edit sound level, beginning and end, save & burn on cdrs. Only have done a crate and a half, haven't touched this side project in months. Realising now that my crappy $100 soundcard is NOT translating the vinyl sound properly. The hi's are too sharp and it's not clear. May have to redo these 5crates in the future when I have a $1000 soundcard. It's good for now to have these favs available as cdr waves.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Sunrise, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:48:48 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 4…

DAT: “Now I buy mp3s, and then convert to wave with SONY SOUNDFORGE, then burn to cd, so that I still am close to a physical way of playing my music, almost like vinyl, but not as heavy. Only put one to two tracks on a cd, to mimick vinyl selection. Remembering carrying three crates of records to gigs in the old days. I don't think that I can keep a groove playing from a laptop- too many choices. Haven't heard a kick-butt DJ that played from a laptop either. Still the guys who've thrown down vinyl, then cds. When I begin a set, there is a whole ritual (I'll explain sometime). In general, I'll say to myself 'what am I in the mood for?', then go through 500 tracks and pick 100 or less. Pick the first song. The speed/ tempo and start mixing. If it has more than two mistakes, I just toss it or now delete it.
If I buy from ITUNES, then I have to make a playlist, burn to cd, extract from cd from Soundforge. It's annoying, but I think Apple ITUNE files are some weird proprietary thing that you can't move around like a normal file. That’ll probably change because they adapt so quick.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

In Another Time » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:30:35 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 3…

DAT: “Just started buying from Beatport.com, Stompy.com and DJDownload.com in last 6yrs plus. Just started buying from Traxsource.com- LOVE the vocal house tracks that I pick up from there. Every few months I'd spend $30-$80 on house tracks, I'll listen to 700+ tracks, then buy 15-20, sometimes 30. It used to cost me $16.99 (started at $8.99 to $12.99 for first few years) for one 4 track EP vinyl record that I usually like one song on and now from $2.50-$4 for a track that I like. There was a period of a year (when I was single, less debt and dumb) that I was spending $800/mth on vinyl and for every other year, it was like $200/wk (wouldn't do that again even if I had money). At $17 per track, it would cost $400+ to put over 25 tracks in a mix. That's why the mixes are more organic sounding. You'd buy a bunch of new records and get to know them by mixing them with the favourites of the rest of your collection. Now it's so cheap, that you buy a batch of 30 tracks online and you want to put all of it in a mix. It's not a slow growing process for me anymore. This is good, because it gives me the thrills that I get from mixing House without the daily time commitment.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Simple Reasons » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:27:36 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 2…

DAT: “Love listening to other DJs' vision of house/ their brand of house. Have listened to over 600 mixes by other DJs. Can't count how many parties! NONE of these lists are in any particular order. Best LIVE DJ Experiences of big names: Derrick Carter, Steve Lawler, Cevin Fisher, Danny Tenaglia, Dennis Ferrer, Roger Sanchez, Doc Martin, Little Louie Vega, Frankie Knuckles, etc., etc., etc.

Love to see LIVE: John Tejada, Alland Byallo, Chuck Daniels, Chuck Love, Lee Kalts, Said Chaara, etc., etc., etc.

Toronto has AMAZING HOUSE DJS!! That's why there are so many house lovers and house djs here! Favourite Toronto DJs: Jim (JZOO), (My best friend of almost two decades, and DJ partner when we play out. We are dattrax), Aki, P.T.S. (Peter, Tyrone & Shams), Dino & Terry, Jason Palma, Dave Campbell, Kevin Williams, Jason B., Gene King, Nick Holder, DJ Eric Ling, Douglas Carter, Christian Newhook, "Dirty Dale" Arsenalt, Ali Black, DJ Gryphon, Kenny Glasgow, Jonny White, Mike Gleeson, Duncan James, DJSneak, Jason Hodges, etc., etc., etc.”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Basic Cause » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:59:29 +0000

dattrax mini bio part 1…

DAT: "Been partying to HOUSE for over 18yrs. Been DJing for over 15yrs. Been using wave file cds instead of vinyl for over 9yrs now. Sold and gave away 25 crates (about 100 records in a crate) of vinyl. Have 5 crates of my FAVS left. People who know me know that I only listen to House Music.

'DAT, YOU'RE NARROW-MINDED!!!' YES, I am NARROW MINDED, because I know what I like and can't even explore all that is available within the house genre. I ONLY listen to house, or anything that I would like to hear mixed with house. "STRICTLY HOUSE" is what I hand wrote on all my mixed tapes and cds in the past.
Have shared over 500 tapes, over 4000 cds (over the years) and more recently over 8000 downloads through Twitter.com, Facebook.com, SoundCloud.com and by using Yousendit.com, Mediafire.com, Budurl.com and now our favourite spreading house music format, Podomatic.com”

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Here to Stay » Strictly Vocal House

dattrax — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:37:55 +0000

dattrax: This mix begins with an amazing track by Leo produced in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Can't wait to meet him one day. I met the vocalist once at a Dennis Ferrer party. She is a beautiful girl from Chili or Argentina, I'm not too sure which. She's going to be so upset that I forgot, it's my DJ pal's X-girl. Don't you hate forgetting details like that about people?

The track is called "Shy" and I bought it from Beatport.com, and it's amazingly beautiful in its' simplicity. The kind of house song that makes you dance as soon as you hear it, no matter where you are. People think I'm nuts when I'm driving in my tiny Corolla dancing to super loud house music!

The underlying drum/congo loop beat is from an old house track that PTS (Peter, Tyrone & Shams) used to kill at the late night warehouse parties in downtown Toronto. They were such a kick butt DJ Crew! They used to mix reel to reel into records. SICK Groove masters those guys! I think the track was called "Hand on My Heart". Infectious.

Cruising in your car, driving to a party, this mix will get you in the mood. If you don't like vocals in your house music, then this mix is NOT for you. "Pleasure Seeker" by the Naked Music crew follows (another unbelievable track from Beatport, getting excited just telling you about it!), and it just takes off from there into vocal house bliss.

Enjoy. Please comment if you like any of our mixes.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all cd house mix.

Imprinted, MixTwo » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:02:56 +0000

dattrax: Just love the 1st instrumental track by Silicone Soul. The feel reminds me of Fingers Inc.'s Mystery of Love Instrumental. Just stomp your feet SICK! I found it in the 'electronica top 100 downloads' at Beatport.com. You have to look everywhere, don't let other people's labeling limit or confuse you. When you hear house, you'll recognise it.

The first track is the most important in the mix. It sets the mood. There are few house tracks with nice intros and even if there are, you mix through them, so beginning of mixes are fun to highlight a favourite. You don't want to pick one with a 3min or more intro because this will turn people off from relistening to the mix.

Next you EQ it the way that you like tracks to generally sound. Too bad there is no EQ, Volume or Compression Standard. Every song is made so differently, which is a good thing to have such a variety of house music to choose from. I prefer less bass and more hi's. When the bass is farting/ distorting and not a tight punchy kick, then it needs to be lowered. Jim's the opposite, he loves bass! The track sounds flat (not vibrant) if there is too much bass and not enough hi's.

Some tracks have too much compression so the hi's stab your ear in a bad way, so you have to lower it. Some tracks with vocals, congos, guitars, or washes that may have the mid's too high and that produces a result as annoying as nails on a chalkboard, so you have to lower the mid's.

Jim: Some tracks are produced and mastered too well relative to most house tracks and the volume is much greater and you have to know/ remember to compensate so that you have even levels.

Next you pick the speed. We prefer mixes at 126bpms, not more than 128 (sometimes you get out of control when not paying attention). Can't believe that we grew up listening and dancing to house at 123bpms or less. Everything in electronic music keeps going faster and more aggressive over the years. Most of the 'deep house' that is coming out (and for the last year 2009) has elements of electro, tech & minimal house. A lot less organic sounding.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Imprinted, MixOne » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 18:35:37 +0000

dattrax: For me house music is an escape vehicle from the things that don't excite me about my life or stresses me out, so in those pockets of time that I spend related to house/ DJing, I enjoy it that much more. House Music is therapeutic in that it relaxes me. Other guys love sports, or are zoned out to TV. I don't care for that stuff.

Imprinted, MixOne and Two are filled with tracks bought from Beatport.com. Techy, minimal, but still funky with fat house basslines and crisp high hats. Very little vocals on these two mixes aside from the dubby vocal washes and tracks with repetitive one liners.

Or I could be wrong, less than usual, I should say. I love vocals laced into cool house instrumentals, because I don't believe you remember an hour of pounding tech and minimal house by itself. I am not criticizing, don't misunderstand. I love listening to top techhouse DJs like Alland Byallo and have a ton of tech and minimal house.

But if they were layered with hot vocals, then the tech and minimal house will invigorate the vocals, making them that much better and exciting, and the vocals will imprint a positive memory of the mix into the listener's minds. That's why you can play one bar of a classic house track and the HouseHeadz will start singing. HOUSE KARAOKE.

No one remembers a instrumental. People don't ask DJs: "What's that song that goes BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, WAHHH, DUCKP, UMPH???" They don't ask because they don't care.

I love the feel of this mix. Charging and aggressive without being annoying/ irritating. You don't have to play hard and abrasive music to have a harder feel.

continued next mix...

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Left Remaining » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 23:34:42 +0000

dattrax: I friend of mine posted a hand held video clip of George Michael singing "Everything She Wants" and the energy was electric because everyone in the audience loved that song and knew the words. Jim and I have been mixing 80s pop tunes into house sets years before "MashUp" came around (Mash Up: remixes of popular songs layered with instrumentals from other popular songs or hip hop/ rnb beats).

We grew up with 80s pop and love it!
This mix starts off with 'Everything She Wants' by Wham and in the middle has Duran Duran's 'Wild Boys'. Both pop songs were mixed w/ a house instrumental and then burned as a single song each and played with the rest of the tracks on two Technics SL-DZ 1000's and a Pioneer DJM-500 mixer.

House Music to us is taking any house track that you love and mix it with any song that you like to hear on top of your favourite house tracks.

I remember before DJing. My first 'mixed tapes' were made from me recording 3hrs of this house music radio show on fri ngts. Yes, multiple 90min cassette tapes! Then listening and fast forwarding to songs that I liked. Then copying each song into a new cassette tape. VOILA! My favourite songs in maybe 2-3 weeks shows in one 90min tape! Pain staking, but worth it. This was before people complained about not having enough GIGS in their ipods or cellphones!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Classic » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:27:00 +0000

dattrax: Here is a Classic house mix that will bring back a flood of memories if you were partying to house from 1990-1996. Jim and I both starting partying to house music at 16yrs old. We met, while both separately looking for a party when we were 19yrs old on the streets of downtown Toronto, and that's when we became friends. In search of good house tunes to dance to. An escape from both of our crappy restaurant jobs.

Before collecting records, then DJing, partying to house was a drug. You'd go to 3-4 crappy parties to re- live the one good party before that series. And you'd keep doing it over and over again.

But 'WOW', when there was a good party, there was nothing like it. 200 people dancing, laughing, having fun, hands in the air. House basslines and vocals just drifting through the dark. Doing whatever it does to your brain. Imprinting it with good feelings and memories when you hear that song again or smell cigarette smoke. House tracks got ATTENTION those days. The songs grew on you from week to week, mixtape to mixtape (yes, cassette tapes & constant HISS), and party to party. These days you may hear a wicked track, but never hear it again- there is just so much out there and so many people who make it or spin it. Remember dancing till the sun light came in and they were taking apart the speakers?

Then we started connecting good parties with the DJs who played the great tunes the way that they did. We started DJing when we were sick of going through 3-4poor parties. We thought, "hey, let's throw our own party and play the tracks that we love, and at least we'll have fun. Then we'll invite friends and maybe they'll have fun too, who knows?"

We hope that you have fun listening to our mixes. Please comment if you do, so that your comment might help someone else take a chance on listening to our podcast in a sea of house music podcasts. Thank you in advance and Take Care, Dattrax

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.

Movement Across The Tracks » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:16:13 +0000

dattrax: Beginning to end this mix is filled with vocals that make you do that little whisper to yourself... "wow". Techy and funky house beats underlying it all. Topped off with smooth, yet aggressive movement from track to track.

We hope this mix makes you say to yourself: "this is one of the reasons why I LOVE HOUSE MUSIC". We hope that you enjoy it as much as it was to make it.

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

Never Want to Know What's Wrong » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:08:42 +0000

dattrax: 1st track is a vocal trx produced by Charles Webster and sung by the amazing Shara Nelson- WICKED! It reminds of a feeling of time stopping in a pitch black warehouse party when certain songs just envelope you while you have your hands in the air.

Another defining trx in making this mix is a John Tejada remix of a Telepopmusik vocal, "Don't Look Back". Killer vocals on this mix.

Oh yeah, the last song is not something that we usually play because the beat structure has a slight Euro feel, but this is one of the BEST Sarah MacLachlan remix that we've heard. Just close your eyes, not while driving. Crank up that IPOD. Better than 'Ice Cream' and she's Canadian!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all CD house mix.

3 AM Styles » Strictly House Music

dattrax — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:00:23 +0000

dattrax: We would like to start this mix with a tribute to a great artist, Michael Jackson. I remember as a kid glued to the TV Set every Saturday evening, waiting for the most popular music video countdown of the week (CHUMFM 30 on a Toronto TV channel called CityTV). Michael was #1 for 57weeks straight. And I heard it every week and still loved it. Kids and adults walking around with knockoffs of his red w/ black stripes and zippered jacket (in his Thriller video). It was insane!

This mix starts with the Michael Jackson bootleg by Masters At Work, "Rock With You". The duo of Little Louie Vega and Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez. The house music producers today stand on the shoulders of these giants! This one track/ one sided vinyl came with a no printed words or images- just black coloured. Now that's hardcore! How would you like to sell something with no words or pictures? Once people dropped the needle at the record store and you heard MJ's voice- you pulled out the little scraps of money that you had working at your crappy retail or restaurant job. It was worth it.

Jim: Michael has influenced artists in the areas of music production, music videos and dancing choreography among other things.

You will get the same feeling (that we get) when you hear this first song. Then it's a parade of house songs. Warning: DO NOT PLAY THIS IN THE BACKGROUND WHILE WORKING, because you will not get anything done. THIS MIX will not be restrained in the background!

ENJOY!

BTW... if you enjoy this mix, then why don't you buy us a beer? There's a PayPal DONATE button on the top right side of this website. For Toronto or Global bookings: dattrax@gmail.com

This was an all vinyl house mix.