One of them was Un_Mute Miami, a party brand that’s become synonymous with cutting-edge electronic dance music over the last three years.

“I’ve always believed that good music should be exposed to the masses, and my intention was to help make the Miami scene what it is today,” Un_Mute’s Benjamin Acero tells Crossfade.

“Now, any given weekend in Miami throughout the year seems like WMC, where you have good talent from Thursday to Sunday coming in, and I am glad to be a big part of it.”

“The concept behind Un_Mute was and is to continue to feed Miami with nothing but quality underground electronic music, culture and events,” Benjamin adds. “One of the things that sets us apart from most of the other companies who do similar events in our city, is that we keep our parties fresh by changing venue every other event. We do warehouse parties, tikki boat parties, big-room events at Parkwest, Euforia and Grand Central, intimate nights at the Electric Pickle or Eve, or day and night marathons at Villa 221 and private mansions.”

And by booking techno giants the likes of Tiefschwarz, Mathew Jonson, M.A.N.D.Y., and Guy Gerber on the regular, Benjamin and company have definitely contributed to the perception that Miami is becoming a formidable underground EDM capital, and not just during WMC. So count on Un_Mute to throw down in style for their third anniversary celebrations this weekend.

The actions kicks off on Friday at The Awarehouse in Wynwood with Mathias Kaden, one of Germany’s foremost techno ambassadors. But the real whopper is Saturday’s double-header: the esteemed Moon Harbour label’s Matthias Tanzmann and Martinez playing back-to-back.

Mathias Kaden. Friday, August 31. Awarehouse, 550 NW 29th St., Wynwood. The party starts at 10 p.m.
Matthias Tanzmann and Martinez. Saturday, September 1. Awarehouse, 550 NW 29th St., Wynwood. The party starts at 8 p.m.

By Sean Levisman // Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012

UN_MUTE proudly presents:

MOON HARBOUR SHOWCASE
http://www.moonharbour.com/

MATTHIAS TANZMANN [Extended Set]
http://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/matthiastanzmann

MARTINEZ [Extended Set]
http://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/martinez

Alongside:
Mario Liberti
Dsum & K100
Vivo & Maulini

It’s been 3 intense years of nothing but quality music and outstanding events and that is thanks to all of you for your tremendous support. You all keep us motivated to continue to bring out the best in us.

Buy discounted presale tickets here now!!

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VISIONQUEST & THE ECLECTECH present:

Need I Say More – THE OLD MIAMI

LINE UP

Danny Tenaglia
Blood Orange live
Guy Gerber live
Craig Richards
Matt Tolfrey
Tale of Us
Laura Jones
Footprintz live
Bill Patrick

“MUSIC FOR THE SOUL” since A WHILE

All profits donated to benefit The Youthville Detroit Organization
www.youthvilledetroit.org/

TICKETS AVAILABLE THROUGH RESIDENT ADVISOR
http://www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?345870

VISIONQUEST: http://www.vquest.tv/index.php

THE ECLECTECH: http://theeclectech.com/

Un_Mute Presents

Matthias Tanzmann
Tiefschwarz
Martinez
Re.You
Kabale & Liebe
Maher Daniel
Boris Werner
Arado
Andrea Oliva
Daniel Wilde

FREE TICKETS!!

CoolHaus will be on site to curb your sweet tooth from 2-5PM!

VOODOO was created on the notion that music is to be shared and not for profit. Every measure to keep the financial impact as low as possible, to those who support has been taken, while also ensuring that QUALITY is never compromised and that both artists and supporters never feel their contribution has been anything less than incredibly worthwhile.

With this said, tickets and bar will be kept as inexpensive as possible.

VOODOO also always strives to provide artists with the best possible tools and the proper amount of time to truly express themselves artistically, rewarding supporters.

Artists that perform at every VOODOO believe wholeheartedly in this mission.
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Brandt Brauer Frick and Ripperton live and breath integrity and their output musically stands to show for it and will stand the test of time. When planning on exporting VOODOO to other cities beyond Los Angeles, BBF and Ripperton were on the top of our list for more reasons than one. After an awe-inspiring live set this past November in a Los Angeles auditorium, and an impromptu dj set at Pattern Bar courtesy of Daniel Brandt, Jan Brauer, and Paul Frick, we were determined to bring them back to the US. The auditorium they played in was just not the right fit for this show. They needed to play VOODOO. So, here it is, not one city but 3 to see these humble music astros in full effect. It’s important to note that these guys also have collaborated in the production of every video they have brought to life. Daniel Brandt is also a filmmaker.

Ripperton, on the other hand, is an artist we’ve actually been waiting for the right moment to book. His taste in music and left field sets have always been amongst our favorites out there. He can compile the oddest and most intriguing music in one second and take you on a deep entrancing dance floor ready, energy driven journey in the other.
His versatility is stunning.

This will be Ripperton’s USA debut.

Performing exclusively for VOODOO tour:
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BRANDT BRAUER FRICK – LIVE
RIPPERTON
EDUARDO CASTILLO

SPECIAL GUESTS
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SHAUN REEVES | Visionquest
THREE | Hallucination lmtd. SPECIAL BACK TO BACK SET WITH SHAUN
EDUARDO CASTILLO | Crosstown Rebels
JONNY CRUZ | My Favorite Robot
FUR COAT | Crosstown Rebels

A bit about Brandt Brauer Frick
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For Brandt Brauer Frick, the drums, strings and pianos that have long been the bedrock of Western music serve as the common thread between the classical past and their techno present. But while devoted to the rich tones and timbres of orchestral instrumentation, the German trio’s rousing tracks are rhythmically focused and rendered with the mechanical precision of four-to-the-floor club tracks. Their singular vision of acoustic dance music springs to life in their engaging live performances and on their debut LP, You Make Me Real.

“We had felt for years that most instances of combining techno and classical music lack an authentic approach,” says Paul Frick. “Instead of using only the typical epic orchestra or piano sounds, we love to explore the dirty and percussive sides of those instruments, adapting techniques from composers like John Cage or Helmut Lachenmann: preparing our piano with screws and rubbers, knocking against every single part of an instrument, until we find that one great sound.”

READ MORE: http://www.brandtbrauerfrick.de/

A bit about Ripperton
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Ripperton was born in the 70′s, one of the most exciting times in music, which would explain his passion for soul music, his 12 inch vinyl collection which knows no bounds and his nickname, (think of one of the best female soul singers of that time).
He gained outstanding popularity with his project Lazy Fat People that was signed to labels like Border Community, Wagon Repair and Carl Craig’s Planet E, as well as new successes as a solo artist known as Ripperton.

Ripperton, has enjoyed working in the studio with fellow Swiss producers, such as Sthlm Audio and Plak Records. He’s also released tracks on MusicMan, Green, CLR, Systematic , Liebe Detail, Connaisseur, Caravan, Dessous and many more top labels, and delivered remixes for Ellen
Allien, Jimspter, Laurent Garnier, Beanfield and the exceptional Radiohead. Very popular with artists such as Steve Bug, Carl Craig, James Holden, Apparat, Osunlade, Joris Voorn in their compilations over the last few years.

READ MORE: http://www.ripperton.com/

A bit about Shaun Reeves
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Shaun Reeves is an enigmatic pioneer who’s trailblazing quest to export his unique brand of cosmic underground house and techno from his hometown of Detroit to Europe and beyond has brought him international acclaim. Alongside best friends Ryan Crosson, Lee Curtiss and Seth Troxler he has helped put a warm, esoteric spin on the city’s musical heritage taking it away from clinical minimalism, back towards warmer, more spiritual party music. Together they have formed Visionquest, a genre-busting four-piece DJ combo, live act, record label and forward-thinking school of thought.

The last few years have seen Shaun blossom in the studio, both on his own for New York’s Wolf+Lamb, as ‘The Royal We’ with Seth Troxler for Crosstown Rebels, alongside Guti and Miss Fitz for Wolf+Lamb and Raum…musik and most recently as Visionquest remixing Tracey Thorn (for Strange Feeling), doP & Seuil (for Eklo) and Paul Ritch & D’Julz (for Quartz Music).

A bit about Fur Coat
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Fur Coat is the brainchild of Sergio Muñoz (Delete) and Israel Sunshine, two producers from Venezuela who since turning the head of Crosstown Rebels boss Damian Lazarus are breaking through on the global house scene with their fresh and groovy funk infused sound. A combination of live vocals, cosmic tripping and a huge remix by Totally Extinct Enormous Dinosaurs for their first single ‘Space Ballad feat. Argenis Brito’ made the duo one to watch and the debut album in production is already whipping up excitement in the Rebels camp. Get ready to watch the Fur Coat story unfold.
Unwittingly growing up streets apart, Sergio and Israel first met at a party in 2004 in their hometown of Caracas, Venezuela where Israel was already building up a reputation as a DJ. A friendship grew as they kept in touch and Israel became a supporter of Sergio’s early solo productions. By 2005, they were at the centre of their own scene, playing out together, bringing international DJs to Venezuela and their Undersounds parties, later picking up gigs across the pond from Barcelona to Ibiza as well as touring South America.

With Israel now working on his own material, crunch time came in Barcelona, Summer 2010 when the pair decided to develop their sound collectively, taking inspiration from their travels on the continent and intent on making something fresh and futuristic, with shades of the soul, funk and disco music they share as influences. Combined with the omnipresence of Latin music growing up, a formative cocktail of Giorgio Moroder, Larry Levan and the Allegre All Stars and Salsa Brava led to a vibrant musical philiosophy and powerful desire to work their magic on the dancefloor. The Fur Coat project was born.
The duo’s debut outing came on Rebels offshoot label RebelLION with a slick remix of Russ Yallop’s ‘The Crossroads’ and now, with the backing of the underground’s most prolific label, Crosstown Rebels, an upcoming single featuring Big Bully and album expected in 2012, Fur Coat is about to fly in full effect.

A bit about Jonny Cruz
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Born in San Juan Puerto Rico in the beginning of the eighties.
Jonny has been involved in the electronic music circuit for quite sometime now.
He has a variety of releases under different aliases and genres, he has shared the stage with many of the industries top acts, and has had memorable performances at some of the best clubs globally. His music is very versatile in the sense that he loves to explore and constantly push boundaries. Expect lots of new material coming up from Jonny, projects include his next EP on his main stay label My Favorite Robot.
collaborations with artists such as Inxec,Sierra Sam,Cesare vs.Disorder,Tolga Fidan,
Thugfucker amongst many more…

Voodoo practices are based on the notion of evoking spirits and using music as a vessel for manifestations.

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Featuring:

• Kinky
• Mala Rodriguez
• Lolo
• Aramis Lorie

3rd edition satellite fair showcasing South Florida artists, musicians & performers.

Kerry McLaney (305 Creative Group), Heather Read, Sara Read and Laraine Hart, in association with The Awarehouse, present Miami’s Independent Thinkers ART BASEL 2011, a collaborative multimedia art exhibition showcasing Miami’s premiere, emerging and young artists.

The 4-day fair aims to feature local artists working across a range of media – painters, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, animators, writers, musicians, muralists, performance and new media artists. The fair will run from December 1-4, 2011 during Art Basel and will include live music, DJs, performance art, fashion, and gastronomic edibles by Ms. Cheezious.

Again this year, Miami’s Independent Thinkers ART BASIL, a co-op farmers market featuring organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, body products, baby products, vegan treats, yoga, sustainable clothes, accessories and activities. Will also include eco-friendly designers and artists. In collaboration with 305Green & Arbodela Fest.

SPECIAL EVENTS:
• VIP/Press/Artist preview: Thursday, Dec 1, 4pm-8pm. Featuring Baby B Strings duet.
• A Blank Canvas Art Battle: Friday, Dec. 2, 8-9:30PM.
• Bassel Fever co-hosted by Techsupport: Friday, Dec. 2, 10PM-Close
• Live Local Bands, DJs & Performers: Saturday, Dec. 3, 6PM-Close
• Art Basil Farmers Market: Sunday, Dec. 4, 12-5PM

SELECTED ARTISTS INCLUDE:
Alex Ibsen • Alex Trimino • Alexandra Snowden • Alfredo Perez • Ana Villarruel • Annette Mauricio • Anthony Humphreys • Ashley E. Craig • Barbara M de Varona • Betsy Gandy • Carla Fache • Caroline Geys • Carolyn Mendoza • Charis Kirchheimer • Clara Varas • Dan Walker • Danielle Campfield • David Gary • David Rosenbloom • Diana Maquire • Diana Rodriguez • Enrique Sendra Perez • Ernesto Kunde • Ernesto Montes • Felisa Prieto • George Goodridge • George Riveron • Gil Bitton • Gina Cunningham • Henry Ballate • Humberto M Vento • Ileana Tolibia • Isabelle Wilcynska • Jaime Ferreyros • JeanPaul Malozzi • Jeff Ryan • John DeFaro • John Pack • Juan “ERMAN” Gonzalez • Karen Starosta-Gilinski • Katia Danilova • Katya Neptune • Kayce Armstrong • Kim Yantis • Lisa Danker • Lori Nozick • Luis Arturo Mora • Maitejosune Urrechaga • Mark Diamond • Marlene Lopez • Mary Larsen • Mauricio Ferrazza • Mesa Gonzalez • Michael White • Mikelle A Moore • Milcho • Myra Wexler • Natalia Molina • Nicole Martinez • Phaedra Robinson • Ramon Branger • Ramon F. Bofill • Redinger-Libolt • Rod Deal • Rodrigo Arcaya • Ron Syllien • Ryan Hayoun • Sandra Caballero • Sean Murdock • Sean Sullivan • Shane M Maberry • Sophie Bonet • Sri Prabha • Stephanie Gonzalez • Tatiana Poveda • Ted VanCleave • Xiomara Ponce • Zusel Escriba
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Miami’s Independent Thinkers Art Basel 2011
December 1st-4th, 2011
Awarehouse
$10. Free with VIP passes.
Thursday 4-8PM (VIP/Press/Artist Preview), Friday and Saturday 6PM-3AM, and Sunday 12-5PM

Check out the preview video for a taste of what’s to come!

Live art. Live music. Booze. Food. Blood. All shall be in gruesome abundance at the Sketchy Halloween Party.

Featured artists include Olivier Casse, Jason Snyder, Jeiddy Lopez, Daniel Ortiz, Russ Ronat and Brian Butler.

Music makers Arboles Libres, The State Of, and organicArma will take the stage alongside a slew of DJs to keep you moving all night long.

Food truck: gastroPOD and Ms. Cheezious will be on hand to keep the munchies at bay.

Come in costume. Leave with candy. $20 cover gets you two drinks, $30 gets you four, $50 gets you as much as you want, and, for early birds, a bag of tricks and treats. Must be 21+ to attend.

Many thanks to our sponsors Grolsch and Pearl.

The goal of Sketchy Miami is simple and impossible: to create a portrait of every person in Miami. Beached Miami and Sketchy Miami are siblings.

On this night, you decide you’re tired of the bright gallery lights, the soulless corridors of corporate event spaces, and the stale cigarette-scented couches of megaclubs. You go in search of the rabbit hole — a place where art freaks can wander aimlessly through a maze of exhibits, indie-electro fans can bang heads to the beat all night long in a warehouse garage, and New York City transplants can collapse on beanbags in a 10,000-square-foot garden to watch video projections like they’re at a Central Park concert. You drink the magic potion and realize that Wonderland is really Wynwood and that the Mad Hatter tea party could take place only at Awarehouse. You quickly make friends with past partiers: electronic-norteño accordion players from Tijuana’s Nortec Collective, funk-heavy hip-hoppers from N.E.R.D., American Apparel enthusiasts freaking over a rummage sale, and a plethora of experimental painters and photographers who love to watch disco lights roam over their canvases. Eventually you’ll pine for the real world once again. But tonight you’ll happily settle for life through the looking glass.