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Smart Mix 23: Nathan Drew Larsen

A stalwart defender of the Chicago underground, Nathan Drew Larsen is one of this city’s true treasures. A master crate digger, producer and ultra-skilled DJ, Larsen is truly a musical triple threat. We are honored by his contribution to the Smart Mix series and proud to present the following selections.…

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Wednesday April 17th


Smart Mix 22: John Simmons

In anticipation of his supporting set with Mark De Clive-Lowe, John Simmons has graciously provided us with a mix for our Smart Mix series.

Enjoy!

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Wednesday April 17th


Smart Mix 21: Abstract Science DJs Live at Smart Bar 12.07.12

On December 12th, 2012, Abstract Science welcomed Ben UFO to Smart Bar adding their own amazing set to the night. We were luck enough to get a recording of it. We’re thrilled to share it will all of you.

Tracklist:
quadratic-”back and forth” – dub
breakage-”express”
vivek-”against the tide”-tectonic
mala-”changuito”-mala in cuba- brownswood
the advent – “work dat” – electrix
mala- “lean forward”–dmz
mala- “cuba electronica”–mala in cuba
wagon christ-”london is a country”–hotel latte
Kahn “Angeles” — Soul Motive
Maxxi Soundsystem “Regrets We Have No Use For” — Hypercolour
Lewis James “Only Me” — Raid System
Tom Demac “Critical Distance pt 2″ — Hypercolour
Midland “Placement” (Lone remix) — Aus
deadbeat + dandy jack -”horns of jericho”–eight-blkrtz
pitch + hold -”twins”-love triangle
happa-”beat of the drum”–church
ddms-”makers (mike shannon dub mix)”–haunt
cosmin trg-”de dans”-50 weapons
nubian mindz feat.…

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Wednesday April 17th


Outsider sounds from the house of L.I.E.S.: RA.343 Ron Morelli

 

Outsider sounds from the house of L.I.E.S. New York’s Ron Morelli is the boss of Long Island Electrical Systems, the number one label on our recent 2012 poll. “In a year in which terms like ‘weirdo,’ ‘raw,’ ‘outsider’ and ‘lo-fi’ became de rigueur, no imprint cut through the noise quite like Long Island Electrical Systems,” we said.…

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Monday March 18th


BICEP | DJ HISTORY MYSTERY MIX

Can you feel it? March 8th the Bicep boys make their Chicago debut and they are going to flex all over Smart Bar. One of the breakthrough acts of last year, we are proud to welcome this worldwide sensation to our fair city for the very first time.…

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Friday March 1st


Smart Mix 20: DJ Shiva

DJ Shiva has been a stalwart defender of techno for many years. One of the most technically skilled DJ’s we’ve ever had the pleasure seeing, it is our distinct honor to welcome her to the decks on February 8th, in support of Chris Liebing and Tommy Four Seven.

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Thursday January 31st


Smart Mix 19 - Max Jacobson

In anticipation of his set with Shonky and Dan Ghenacia, We present Max Jacobson’s Smart Mix 19.

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Thursday January 10th


Smart Mix 18: Todd Edwards Live at Smart Bar

This is a big one, kids. We couldn’t have been more honored to welcome Todd Edwards to Smart Bar. You can imagine how happy we were when Mr. Edwards allowed us to record his set and share it with you, which is just what we’re doing now.…

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Monday November 19th


Smart Mix 17: Move D

This Smart Mix from Move D was Recorded live at Smart Bar on October 12th, 2012. Enjoy!

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Wednesday October 31st


Smart Mix 16: Frankie Vega

In anticipation of his set before Dinky and Tony Rohr live this Saturday at Smart Bar, here is In Your System’s, Frankie Vega with Smart Mix 16.

Tracklisting:
Blunted Dumies – House For All
Julian Jeweil – Janji
Martinez – Fabergasted
Monty Luke – Futura – Like Hess Remix
Ramon Tapia – Beat Toy
Mihalis Safras – Stranger
Ambivalent – Witch Finder
Frankyeff, Enrico Sangiuliano – Conscioussness
Jay Lumen – Carpe Diem
Reese & Santonio – Bounce Your Body to The Box (Ben Sims Remix)
Jay Lumen, Gary Beck – Strange Fruit
Jay Lumen, Gary Beck – Tell Us Brother
Mihalis Safras – Ozinio
Alan Fitzpatrick – Mohawk

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Thursday October 25th


Smart Mix 15: Justin Long

We are proud to present this exclusive mix to Smart Bar, in anticipation of his appearance with Kyle Hall and Jay Daniels on Saturday, September 15th. The mix features music by Swans, Levon Vincent and MORE!

Swans – The Wolf
Mike Huckaby – The Deep House World
Ferdi Blankena – Séance
Dan Bell – Warped
Delroy Edwards – Bells
Chris Mitchell – Phrenetic
No Smoke – Koro Koro
Primitive Urges – 2
Slick n’ Flash – Electrra
Pittsburgh Track Authority – Nite Owl Video
Levon Vincent – 1000 Miles From Home
Obsolete Music Technology – Drum Relapse
May – Love Me Baby
DJ Havey – Blue Love

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Friday September 14th


Smart Mix 14: Duke Shin

We are proud to present this exclusive mix to Smart Bar, in anticipation of his appearance with Mark E on Friday, September 14th. The mix features music from KiNK, Abe Duque, Tony Rohr and many more.

Daniel Avery – Flashlights – Throne Of Blood
Dazed – EJECA – HellZone Records
JASC – Falling Deep (Original ‘Gangsta’ Mix) – Tobus Rec.…

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Monday September 10th


Smart Mix 13: Jeff Derringer

Oktave resident Jeff Derringer is proud to present this exclusive mix to Smartbar, in anticipation of his appearance at the Oktave event featuring Chris Liebing on Friday, August 31st. The mix features music from Rrose, Function, Donato Dozzy, Mike Parker, Oscar Mulero and many more.…

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Wednesday August 22nd


Smart Mix 12: DJ Intel

1) The Ritz – Funk Hunters
2) Back to You – Nick Thayer
3) Praise You (Kovary Nu Jump Up Boot) – Fatboy Slim
4) Follow And Lead – Bobby C
5) It’s So Hot Part 5 – Sheen Brothers Ft.…

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Thursday August 16th


Smart Mix 11: DJ The Tornado

BASSWEIGHT takes place every first Thursday of each month at Smart Bar in Chicago. Its mission is to preserve and share the “foundation sounds” of bass music through programming focused on deep dubstep, grime, UK garage, and drum & bass. Presented by Brüt Force Family members DJ The Tornado, DJ Sushi, and Whoa-B, it also aims to cultivate a sense of community in its audience of enthusiastic club-goers with support from local, national, and global DJs and MCs.…

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Wednesday August 15th