New Liveset review
Again from the wonderfull Elle, from London..
Thanks so much for this positive feedback!
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So you might remember that a couple of weeks ago I was gushing about Envotion, the very talented up and coming Dutch production 3-piece whose remix of Way Out West - Tales of the Rabid Monks is so bloody brilliant that I couldn’t stop playing it CONSTANTLY for about a week solid!
Well today I want to say a big thank you to the lovely Stijn from Envotion, who sent me an email to say thanks for the review – the pleasure is all mine, guys! I’m chuffed that you liked it. I think we’ve got ourselves a mutual appreciation society going on…cos when you keep producing such quality stuff, how can I NOT tell the world about it?!
Stijn also sent me a link to a live dj set that the boys recently did on Dutch national radio station 3fm, which I had to share with you – you can download the full mix here. And I can’t recommend enough that you do – it’s absolutely top drawer! It’s an hour of atmospheric, funky progressive house that will take you on a journey full of stars, smiles and sunshine! All topped off with theMonks remix at the very end, which really is the cherry on the cupcake. I don’t have a tracklist at the moment, but I’m gonna see if I can get hold of one.
I’m also loving Envotion’s own Streetwise. The track itself is ridiculously beautiful – building up layers and layers of gritty synths and airy melodies over the funkiest percussion-laden prog bassline this side of the Eurostar tunnel, but I also love the way the boys have set the video to classic 80s movie Streetbeats. Genius! Check out the breakdancing battle around the 4.10 mark. MJ had nothing on these boys…probably.
Also check out Envotion’s official Armada artist page here. It strikes me that Envotion could well be Armada‘s answer to theAnjuna A-list of Paul Keeley, Dinka, PROFF and Jaytech…and I don’t doubt for one second that they have the ability to emulate the success of the big boys.
So take a deep breath, Envotion - it looks like you’re heading for some dizzy heights!
Also have a look at her website:
http://personalplaylist.blogspot.com/2010/05/envotion-live-set-on-3fm.html
Review on Personal Playlist
And we are very happy with it 
To anyone who’s a fan of house, prog or trance and hasn’t had their head stuck down a toilet for the past 15 years or so, Way Out West are fully-fledged legends and need no introduction. However, it’s this track, Tales of the Rabid Monks, that has just served to remind me of their greatness (and should also win a prize purely for having a totally superflously ridiculous name!). I’ve been playing it non-stop over the past week or so after hearing it on the ever-awesome Aussie producer Jaytech’s April podcast.
However, while the original is perfectly pleasant all on its own, it’s a little too chilled for my liking, and it’s this Envotion remix that really gives it a kick up the arse. And what a kick…this mix is funkier than a bag of badgers at a full moon festival! Envotion are one little three-piece suite that I wouldn’t mind having in my front room…at all times!
Before I get totally carried away by images of dancing badgers, I should add that this remix is part of Way Out West – We Love Machine (The Remixes), which is out on Beatport now. Go fetch!
Way out West Tales of the Rabid Monk Envotion RMX
Envotion plays @ 3fm Sense of Dance
Since some time ago we again played on the Dutch national radio. It was after a fairly long time that we played out again… and must say the enery coming for if felt massive again!
Tales of the Rabid Monk ranks 6 in Hope top ten
In the Hope label top ten we rank 6. For us this is insane news since all remixers were so very good!!
Envotion – Way out West remix featured on Beatport!
We are very happy chaps with this frontpage beatport notification!!!
Envotion – Streetwise video
The clip:
Envotion – Macho Madness Video
Manta Manta from the 90`s…
But in a newly fitted suit.
Music from Envotion, avaiable on beatport, itunes etc.
Label: Armada records (pilot 6).
Envotion live @ Panama
New set avaiable for download!
Envotion @ Panama
Guestlist.nu Interview
Envotion’s got an interview in this month`s guestlist.nu magazine. Read the article here.
Armada – Familiar Places
We are proud to have signed a new track: Envotion ft. Misia Furtak – Familiar Places
to Armada Records (Elec Elements). Bart van Wissen has made a magnificent remix. Hitting it form the good old dubby style! We love it! Expect the package out soon.
Envotion has its own profile @ ArmadaMusic
To see our releases @ ArmadaMusic visit:
Blake Jarrell CD
Blake Jarrell released his new mix album on Armada Records. We are proud to be the Twice! Thanks Blake!
Guy J – been here before
Envotion Finishes The remix of Guy J – Been here before.
Check out this smashing vocal!!!!
Envotion – Digital Audio
Envotion`s new promomix. Download it from the site here or order a dubble cd with both the newest productions and the full mix @ bass breaking resolutio
Guy J Remix
Envotion is currently remixing Guy J `s Been here Before. His original is just breathtaking, expect a massive release here!!!
Guy J – Been here before Envotion RMX Video
Envotion – Hammer and Tongs – Video
Common Grounds – To be given video
16 Bit lolita’s Remix
It`s a fact: Envotion is having a new remix on Electronic Elements.
The track is remixed from the 16 Bit Lolita`s, with vocals by Raz Nitzan
The doppler effect Ft. Carol Lee – Beauty hides in the deep
[Envotion Remix]
Envotion – Down There – Deep Rec.
The common grounds release is rescheduled. As we feel it is entitled to be Envotion, we decided to make it a Envotion release.
So expect the new Deep records te be an Envotion – Down There Release.
Listen to a preview here:
Envotion – Down There – Deep Rec.
Beauty hides remix
Envotion is very exited to be doing a remix for the 16 bit lolita`s. Beauty hides in the deep, expect more to come soon.
Max Graham mix album
Vessel of poison is licenced on Max Graham`s new mix album… !!
Common Grounds
Common grounds has a new release comming up! This time the release will be on DEEP records.
The first remix by Perry o`neill is a fact, and expect more to come!!
Armada Interview
New Arrivals: Envotion
November 12th, 2008
Motion, devotion and emotion. Those are the three keywords to describe music. At least, when it comes to Dutch trio Envotion. Hugo Alberts, Laurens Alberts and Stijn Halfens are the guys behind this all. With their ever-diverse sound and productions ranging from minimal tech-house to the deeper proggy stuff, it’s hard to put a label on these guys. But that’s exactly what they’re trying to prevent. Envotion: ‘We strive to be able to deliver quality music without restricting ourselves to one specific type of genre, emotion or groove.’
Time & chemistry
When looking into the discography of Envotion, it’s clear this trio is giving their productions some time. Unlike many other producers, these guys go for absolute perfection. Which is hard, considering Envotion isn’t just one mind, but three minds and therewith three opinions when it comes to music. But the trio only thinks of it as a plus. Envotion: ‘In general, our taste in music is quite similar. When we listen to music, ranging from classical music to minimal house, it appears that we often hold similar beliefs about what makes a specific song good or typical. In the production process, we all have a different role and different strengths. When one of us does not agree with a choice that is made, we trust his opinion and simply take a different route. We think it’s always good to have more than one opinion available during the production process.’ A chemistry like that is not often found, so the guys count themselves lucky for that. Envotion: ‘We met 7 years ago through a mutual friend. At that time, Hugo and Laurens were making music and Stijn was mainly dj’ing. We got into the studio once and found that the chemistry was right. We never stopped making music together ever since.’ We’re very glad they did.
One for all, all for one
All three guys had a huge passion for music and were involved with it before teaming up. Hugo started taking classical piano lessons at the age of 7, but changed it to writing and producing around 1995. He started to study Psychology, but also got himself more into audio and songwriting techniques. His brother, Laurens, was infected by the same virus and started making music with Hugo, together setting up a nice and comfy studio. Laurens studied Computer Science & Knowledge Engineering and got to know a whole lot more about sound programs. This knowledge enhanced their music and together they were able to create some very strong productions. But something was missing: Stijn. Stijn got inspired by house music from the age of 13. He saved up for some turntables and got started, exploring the territories of many different styles. In 1999, he started studying Communication & Multimedia design, which made his interest in producing music even bigger. Next to dj’ing, he soon picked up the skills on producing and so began the story of Envotion. Teamed up, these three producers manage to cross musical borders and keep inventing themselves. Envotion:’ Our primary goal is to produce music, through which we hope to receive an increase in bookings on DJ gigs.’
Something typical
The layered and rich productions of Envotion have made quite some impact, with ‘Familiar Places’ probably being one of the highlights. It has undoubtedly crossed your mind that whatever these guys make, it’s different from their previous work. But no matter how different, it’s still got that typical Envotion mark. Envotion: ‘In each track, we strive to create something typical. We try to make diverse music with a soul. When making music, we are not trying to fit ideas into a specific style.
We never plan on forehand to make a specific kind of track or genre. It just evolves naturally.’
Three Macho’s
Coming up on November 17th, is Envotion’s new duopack on the Pilot 6 imprint. ‘12 Hours Straight’ hits the deepest sounds possible, with a pleasurable melody layering the minimalistic beat and effects. ‘Macho Madness’ has an amazing distortive drive, causing major madness to anyone who hears it. That makes us wonder, how much testosterone can one studio handle? Envotion: ‘Haha! To begin with, we are not the typical macho guys, yet we are extremely muscular and loved by all women, haha. The tracks are quite different from each other. ‘Macho Madness’ relies more on sound design than on melody. When writing this track, we were mainly focused on making it sound typical and punchy. We used a lot of effects and made a lot of versions to eventually get the gritty electro feel we wanted. The soul of ‘12 Hours Straight’ is more determined by its emotion. We tried to stick to one emotion with this track and make it as pure as possible.’ With these two bangers, we’re pretty sure Envotion has another impressive addendum to their discography. And considering the future, we’re safe to say more good stuff is coming up. Envotion: ‘An increase in diversity of music. Most important is to expect music made with an incredible amount of enthusiasm and fun. We hope you can hear it in the music.’
Out now:
Envotion – 12 Hours Straight / Macho Madness
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Common Grounds
Envotion started a second project called Common Grounds. Common Grounds will produce the deeper end of Envotion.
The first track sees light @ Max Grahams Rebrand Records!!!!
Presspics
It had to be done… The new presspics are in the bio area (light blue). Despite we were not too keen on this photoshoot we shure think it looks nice!!
You can also download the Hi Res PICS:
Envotion
Laurens
Hugo
Stijn
PressDoc
Hammer and Tongs
Envotion goes at it “Hammer and Tongs”, with singer Michael Slims. Already heavily supported by the major DJ`s (Deep Dish, Sasha etc) this release will see daylight soon on Matthew Dekay`s record label!!