Making his 2nd appearance at D.S on june 13th is top producer and dj Thomas bronzwaer.

Thomas returns to Digital Society in a rare European exclusive as part of his summer tour. His next big release ‘Titan’ looks set to become another huge hit and is to follow in the footsteps of ‘Constellation’ and ‘Resound’. Thomas is one not to miss at Digital Society friday 13th at Myhouse nightclub leeds...

 

Thomas Bronzwaer was born in Nijmegen (The Netherlands) on the 30th of September, 1984. He became interested in dance music around the age of 13: early inspirations were the soundtracks to the WipeOut series on the playstation, featuring artists like Paul van Dyk, Sasha, the Chemical Brothers, FSOL and the Prodigy. Thomas released his first record in 2003 - a collaboration with Greg Murray. More collaborations followed such as the highly acclaimed Starburst and Profound made with Paul Moelands and released on Armada.

But it wasn't until 2005 that things really started rolling for the Dutchman. The release of his very first solo production, 'Close Horizon', caused something of a storm in tranceland as it was picked up by literally every big name in the scene and eventually licensed to Paul van Dyk's Vandit Records. The follow-up single 'Shadow World' did even better, picked up again by all the big names, and the two singles also sparked an interest in Thomas' capabilities as a DJ. Thomas released different-sounding projects such as more Arizona (trancy) productions and a more techy, cutting edge production on Spinnin' Records (Avalon - Circa).

In 2007, two more releases followed on Vandit: 'Constellation', which was supported all over the world by Paul van Dyk and many others, and made it into the national Dutch top 100; and 'Resound', which again received massive support and amazing reactions from fellow DJ's and fans.

The most important thing to Thomas is that he continues to improve his skills and release better music, and his motto will remain the same: 'this is just the beginning of the beginning'...

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 Hi all here is an interview and live sets from Cliff Coenraad & Leon Bolier from the first Solarize night on 3 May 2008 at Club Poema in Utrecht.

For thoose that are unsure about Solarize agency check out the interview and fanatastic live sets before next fridays event!!

 

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Digital Society Interviews Thomas Bronzwaer before his return next friday!

 

Hi Thomas hope things are cool?

Things are very good – I’m taking it easy back home in the Netherlands for a few weeks.

So what have you been up to in the last year or so?

I’ve started a new study in America – aerospace engineering. The first year went great, but I’ve also kept music going strong and I’ve recently finished a bunch of new productions (which I’ll be playing at Digital Society). I’ve also been doing a lot of fun gigs in America, Ireland and Scotland. The UK and Ireland are always amazing and I’m looking forward to Leeds.

You have been busy in production and DJing wise? Have you any new material on the horizon?

Yessir, I have a few new tracks like I just said. At the moment I’m just hammering them out myself at gigs because I like the idea of having some exclusive stuff. That said, I’ve also finished a remix for Inertia – The System which will be out soon on Discover. My own new tunes will find a home over the summer I hope!

Who has been a major influence for you in your musical career?

As much shit as he gets nowadays, I’ve always liked Tiesto. I think he is a good DJ and the productions that bear his name are fantastic in my opinion. He inspired me a lot during the good old days. Nowadays I think Sander van Doorn is a ridiculously talented man who continues to amaze. Paul van Dyk has also been a major influence throughout the years.

How would you describe your DJ style? 

Ecclectic, uplifting. I like to play collections of tracks that I think are huge, and work best at that specific moment, rather than really trying to tell a story by starting slow, throwing in some fillers etc. I like to play shorter, banging sets.

What is the most challenging aspect of being a DJ/Producer?

Well, producing can be torture. To sit in front of an empty screen and just hit random notes on a keyboard – with every sound sounding crap – can be very tough for me. Sometimes inspiration strikes and it’s great – sometimes nothing comes out and it’s frustrating as hell.
 

What advice have you got for anyone wanting to make it as a DJ or/and producer?

Be patient, and be very honest with yourself. Don’t give in and sign your first production to a tiny digital label somewhere. The bar has been lowered for getting a track out – which I don’t think is good at all. A lot of people start releasing music early and never really develop their own sound or style. That way your music will never really have anything to say. I’m not trying to say mine does, but I do think it’s a far better idea to keep working and working and working until your tunes are good enough to be picked up by a major label – then you’re really doing something worthwhile.
 

What is your most funniest/embarrassing moment as a DJ moment?

Haha well I’ve hit the wrong eject button once, in Turnmills in London even. That was embarassing as hell, I still wake up screaming. Fortunately some crowds are very forgiving and I did my best to rock it out as best I could afterwards!
 

And finally tell us a random/interesting fact about yourself?

A few weeks ago, I went into the swamps of Florida with some friends and tried to catch alligators with a fishing pole. It didn’t work out so well.

 

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Hi folks for those who have not yet purchased pre sale tickets at £12.50 for this fridays event head over to www.ticketweb.co.uk before we run out!

Digital Society Summer closing party 13th june @ Myhouse nightclub Leeds!

MATT HARDWICK
M.I.K.E (Push)
THMOAS BRONZWAER
LEON BOLIER & CLIFF COENRAAD
RE-WARD
KANE NELSON

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Digital Society interviews trance legend M.I.K.E before his debut tommorow!!

 

You’ve been in the scene a long time now and have produced numerous hits, are there any in particular that really make you proud?

Push 'Universal Nation' and 'Strange World' are all time favourites of many DJs and clubbers, so yeah, I’m proud of my work so far.

You've been at the forefront of the EDM scene for the past 10 years or so, how do you think the scene has evolved in that time?

Well, in the beginning it seemed harder to produce an anthem, and you had to be a skilled studio producer, nowadays, a good computer and software does it for you, very generic if you ask me, so I’ll stick to my good old hardware vs software option.
The same with the EDM scene, back in the days there was TRANCE, and that’s about it, now people get so confused with all the sub genres. But I look it at the bright side, it all comes back, and that’s rock on!

What were your musical influences when you were growing up?

Just the pop music generally from the 80's and synth-pop gods Depeche Mode.

The electronic music scene tends to dip in popularity now and then, how do you keep your sets alive?

By just doing my own thing, trying to be inventive and innovative, literally.

Having released your album 'Moving On In Life' last year, do you have plans for another artist album in the future?

There’s a lot coming up after this summer, so be prepared! Can't say too much…yet…

How does the UK scene compare to others?

I always say that the UK is my second home, and it is! I’ve been playing in the UK for years now and it’s still one of my favourite places to come. The Brits are so open for new music in every direction the EDM scene has brought us as of today. No matter where I play or what I play, the floors are always on fire.

We’re delighted you’re headlining Digital Society, what can our crowd expect to hear from you when you take over the decks?

M.I.K.E., M.I.K.E. and more M.I.K.E.! Let's put it this way, I’m fully back like in my early trance days!

Outside of work, what do you do with your spare time?

Spending time with my family, and trying to go to the gym as much I can

 

And finally tell us an interesting fact about yourself?

I used to be a pro football player in Belgium aged 18, then the DJing came along and I had to make choices. So here I am in Leeds and Digital Society!

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