MOVEMENT MAGAZINE - ISSUE 3 - RE-EDIT

Articles9 - FestivalsCheck out what we got up to over the summer in our packed festival section featuring Hideout, Garden, Gottwood & Cocoon.

19 - Laura JonesLeeds’ hottest export discusses the whirlwind that has been her last 12 months as well as what the next 12 have in store for her.

24 - FluxWe take the gang back to the start to ask about their inspiration and talk to them about the ever soaring rise and rise of Flux.

27 - YasminaBy taking away the conventions of art and design, Yasmina has made herself a brand.

32 - Greg WilsonWhat do we need to say, it’s Greg Wilson. The Hacienda resident talks to us about a lifetime in the scene and some of his favourite memories.

35 - Funktion OneExclusive interview with the man behind creating the clarity of sound we’ve all become accustomed to on a night out.

Features7 - NewsKeeping you up to date with the latest goings on in Leeds.. 8 - Ones to WatchThe latest tracks to check out before they become the soundtrack to your Autumn.

46 - Fashion & Lifestyle Issue three’s Fashion and Lifestyle section has us speaking to Birdsyard, Belles Bejewlled, as well as our other regulars.

55 - Bi-Monthly PlannerOnce again we give you all the details you need for the coming 2 months events.

Across The Pennines38 - IdiosyncNot happy dominating Manchester’s club scene Butler & Mert of idiosync talk to us about their new label too.

40 - Jamie JonesHot Creation’s label head takes some time out of his non-stop schedule to talk to Movement.

44 - The Warehouse ProjectThe 2012 season line-up has been announced and we have it all for you.

Jamie JonesFLUX Laura JonesFestivals

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Evileye visuals is a new collaborative project from Yasmina Hamaidia and Tommy Marshall. Taking inspiration from shadow puppet theatres and all things curious they combine their shared love of mythology, astronomy and the macabre to create stunningly dark moving pictures for public projec-tion.Tommy Marshall is an audiovisual artist, film maker & producer. His video work focuses on repurposed found footage and animation to create hypnotic col-lages of sound and film. His work has featured in a numberof exhibitions and events across his

audio-visual installation, held at Bloc gallery. His work also includes music

production, with a number of album releases under the aliases of ‘Third Person Lurkin’ and ‘Marshall artist’.Yasmina Hamaidia is a multidisciplinary artist, working with a broad minded approach to print, collage, drawing and digital processes, she creates com-plex artworks on a variety of surfaces for interior and exterior display. She has works in many public places in

Leeds and held her first solo exhibition this year at the “Wayward Gallery” in Hackney, London where she exhibited a hand tattooed cow hide to create an intriguing installation.The pair combine their talents to pro-duce totally fresh artworks that en-hance musical experiences or simply be enjoyed as stand alone visuals.

We are pleased to an-nounce that Movement has been made a clubbing part-ner with the one and only Warehouse Project.We’ll be teaming up with them in

a number of ways but the most alluring is the hosting of their October 1st After-life. We’ve only gone and got the Resident Advisor party with Orbital (live), Julio Bashmore, George Fitzger-ald and Scuba…get on it.

Leeds very own Back-2Basics is nearing its 21st birthday and for many people inside and outside of the city, the night has sentimental value. Klaudia Staniek has taken on the epic challenge of trying to squeeze the very best and critical essence that Basics has, and fit it in to film. With the camera work of Thom-

as Pitt she has rounded up a a long and sturdy list of house music legends, all of which sheinterviewed to find out how Basics shaped their careers. Howard Marks narrates the entire film giving the production a firm grounding as Klaudia celebrates the longest run-ning weekly club night in the world.

BACK TO BASICS...

EVIL EYE VISUALS...

WAREHOUSE PROJECT...

Long standing independent restaurant RIVER PLATE STEAKHOUSE launched there new in-house bar called “CANDE-LA” last week to loyal and new followers alike. The night was led as it always is by the RIVER PLATE food staples including the finest cuts of meat, em-panadas and carefully chosen wine. The soundtrack to the night was provided by Jacob Kelly of Leeds very own E.A.R. Re-cords, alongside Robert HenryPress to

jazz, bossa beats, then moving onto some deeper sounds later into the night. There was also newly commissioned artwork by River Plate which was up on the walls for the first time, provided by Barcelona basedphotographer David Bewick.Local Leeds girls Sam and Jenny who

own RIVER PLATE STEAKHOUSE are soon to celebrate their sixth birthday, have been excited about developing and launching “CANDELA” bar. Think candle light, chesterfields, piranha fish tank, jazz & bossa beats, chessboards and balearic sounds to take you through your intimate CANDELA NIGHTS, not forgetting the carefully selected world wines and Argentinianspecialities.Watch this space as there is more to come from River Plate and it’s newly

introduced little sister CANDELA bar which we will be telling you more about in the next edition.RIVER PLATE STEAKHOUSE will be col-laborating for the 9th instalment of Late Night Lounge Lover on Saturday 29th September, providing the carnivorous themed food and waiting your tables in the River Plate style. The secret location will be announced on the day. Tickets on sale at the restaurant.

RIVERPLATE STAKE HOUSE...

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Artist: David Garfit

Track: Kick in the Door

Label: Houseworx, Deepmentality Records, Arkbal Music

Artist: Oli Furness

Track: Double Take

Label: Music is Love Records, Say ahh Records, Tacte Recordings,Recore Records

Artist: David Moran

Track: Drag That Ish

Label: Midnight Social Recordings, Soulman Music, 6th Sense

Artist: Samaan

Track: Fabio Monesi, Buckley, Mood II Swing, Zoo Look, JeremySylvester, 2 Bit CrewLabel: Albion Records

Release Date: TBA

Right! It’s time for another installment in our ‘Ones 2 Watch’ series,where we select 4 artists or labels who we think are doingabit alright at the moment! Check em out!

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Now you might remember read-ing about David in the news sec-tion of ourlast issue. We were so impressed with this dude that we decided tofeature him again in our ‘Ones 2 Watch’ segment. This guy has gotreleases coming out left, right and centre. Labels such as ‘SLiCKRecords’ and ‘Straight Music’ to ‘Houseworx’ and ‘Love Not Mon-ey’.With his production style con-sisting of deep yet funky basslines anduber cool vocal samples, Da-vid’s music is right up our street and itshould be right up yours too!

www.soundcloud.com/davidgarfit

Taking inspiration from the music he grew up with, music that isembedded into his heart, the early warehouse days of Manchester rightthrough to the dusty sounds of jazz. Oli crafts tracks designed for the floor, be it deep and raw or straight up and down music to makeyou party. Oli’s track’s remi-nisce over the origins of house whilstbringing them right up to date by using a mixture of old schoolpro-duction techniques and analogue hardware alongside today’s mod-ernstudio, forging a truly unique sound.

His Track ‘Double Take’ is currently unsigned but we think its a right banger!www.soundcloud.com/wally-00

David has been on the House mu-sic scene for around 15 years, play-ing at the likes of Back to Basics, Circus and Sankeys to name a few. This chap is also heavily involved in the running of Leeds based label ‘Breakoutaudio’ and is A.R for Man-chester imprint ‘6th Sense Music’. He also hosts his long running radio show on Chicago House FM every Saturday afternoon 2-4pm, play-ing upfront deep house and tech. ‘Dorcas’ and now this latest release on Leeds label ‘Midnight Social Re-cordings’.

Check it out here www.soundcloud.com/si-baker

Albion Records is a brand new label based in Leeds with the imprint be-ing a a vinyl only label and each re-lease being limited to a select few copies.Their music ethos is simple, to provide dedicated music lovers such as ourselves with good under-ground house music. The sound of Albion records is heavily influenced from the ‘Golden era of House mu-sic’ in the 1990’s. The classic house sounds from New Jersey, Chicago & Detroit have helped build the basis for the label. Along with the Wearly Garage sounds which ema-nated from London in the mid nine-ties.

You can hear a snippet of their first release atwww.soundcloud.com/albionre-cords.man.

P.10 - Hideout Festival Movement has had a busy old summer, check out what happened when we hit Croatia for Hideout Festival.

P.14 - Garden festival We keep those summer vibes going with our second stop on this sun drenched paradise, Garden Festival.

P.15 - Cocoon in the ParkThis summer staple never fails to disappoint and this years was no exception.

P.16 - Gottwood We catch up with the freshest face at Hypercolour during our jaunt in the woods.

FESTIVALS


We relocate to Europe’s fastest rising clubbing destination for Europe’s fastest growing festival.

On the eastern shore line of the Adriatic Sea you will find the beautiful country of Croatia. Its distinctive coast is an array of over a thousand various sized islands. On this journey however, we are only interested in one of them, Pag.

Hideout immediately stands out as a unique festival on location alone. The site is set out over two areas, Novalja Town and Zcre Beach. Novalja is a picturesque place with a host of hotels, apartments, restaurants and bars. Don’t worry though, it is also by the sea and has a beach for the down time. This leads us to the first feature of Hideout, which

many say is its best, the boat parties.All the boat parties leave from Novalja bay and none of them disappoint. An exceptional amount of e�ort went in to production of these sun soaked, aquatic adventures. The promoters brought a long list of headline acts including Soulclap, Heidi, Benga and many more.

The main site is located on Zrce beach and what a site it is. Hideout chooses to break the festival mould of tents and quirky stages. Instead, open-air super clubs line the beach and this where Hideout really shows they’ve got the minerals.

Kalypso, Aquarius and Papaya are three epically designed clubs all with their own style and finesse.

Kalypso is the smallest of the three and is completely open air. With it’s tree lined backdrop it o�ers the most tropical environment of them all and it opens an hour later. We found this combination extremely e�ective, especially when we stumbled upon Scuba playing a marvellous set at 7am.

A five minute walk along the beach and you come to Aquarius, a multi tiered club o�ering a little bit more by way of its swimming pool, plus indoors and outdoors stages. There is a lot of varying sized spaces for you to decide whether you want to have it large or find a corner to climb the walls. ‘Annie Mac presents’ was where we had it, with her stream of acts going through the night and Jackmaster dropping Sexual Healing as the sun cam up over the hills….tear.

Finally we have the grand arena that is Papaya. Here is where the big players could be found and not surprisingly the big crowds followed. Not much can be said about this arena apart from it is an open-air dream space. With a backdrop of bungee jumping clubbers and mountains with a host of separate levels all over looking the main stage. This is where you go to get the real festival feel that Hideout o�ers in this tropical climate. Many who managed to make it out this year will tell you that the set of Hideout 2012 was Senor Loco Dice. Few words can really give the set justice as it felt like every necessary ingredient for a perfect memory occurred in those ninety minutes.

Hideout we salute you!!!


Words: Kag Katumba


many say is its best, the boat parties.All the boat parties leave from Novalja bay and none of them disappoint. An exceptional amount of e�ort went in to production of these sun soaked, aquatic adventures. The promoters brought a long list of headline acts including Soulclap, Heidi, Benga and many more.

The main site is located on Zrce beach and what a site it is. Hideout chooses to break the festival mould of tents and quirky stages. Instead, open-air super clubs line the beach and this where Hideout really shows they’ve got the minerals.

Kalypso, Aquarius and Papaya are three epically designed clubs all with their own style and finesse.

Kalypso is the smallest of the three and is completely open air. With it’s tree lined backdrop it o�ers the most tropical environment of them all and it opens an hour later. We found this combination extremely e�ective, especially when we stumbled upon Scuba playing a marvellous set at 7am.

A five minute walk along the beach and you come to Aquarius, a multi tiered club o�ering a little bit more by way of its swimming pool, plus indoors and outdoors stages. There is a lot of varying sized spaces for you to decide whether you want to have it large or find a corner to climb the walls. ‘Annie Mac presents’ was where we had it, with her stream of acts going through the night and Jackmaster dropping Sexual Healing as the sun cam up over the hills….tear.

Finally we have the grand arena that is Papaya. Here is where the big players could be found and not surprisingly the big crowds followed. Not much can be said about this arena apart from it is an open-air dream space. With a backdrop of bungee jumping clubbers and mountains with a host of separate levels all over looking the main stage. This is where you go to get the real festival feel that Hideout o�ers in this tropical climate. Many who managed to make it out this year will tell you that the set of Hideout 2012 was Senor Loco Dice. Few words can really give the set justice as it felt like every necessary ingredient for a perfect memory occurred in those ninety minutes.

Hideout we salute you!!!

So you’ve just come o� the stage after an impressive 3 hour set, how was it for you? Did you enjoy getting given the extra time?

Did I? I could DJ forever if the crowd is right and let me tell these guys here did not let me down. I loved the vibe from start to finish and the reception I got from everyone was really humbling. I like to feed o� the crowd you see and it really helps me manufacture the journey I want to take my listeners on. In all honesty, if they’d o�ered me another 3 hours I would’ve been like “Hey I’m your guy”. The way I see it is the longer I get the more people get to know me and my music tastes.

How would you describe the feel and atmosphere of Hideout to anyone thinking of making the trip the Adriatic? Are there any specific features you enjoyed more than others?

There isn’t a thing wrong with this place. It has so much to o�er and I know you guys in the UK struggle

and tracks to make sure I don’t let them all down. The Leeds Warehouse gig that I did recently was a really special night.

Don’t worry you didn’t let us down!!! On a final note we’ll throw this at you… If you had one more set to play and you could choose any venue, where would you like it to be?

Ha that is a good one. Is it allowed to be a place that doesn’t exist anymore?

Of course…

Well you might laugh, but it’s actually a club called Sir Henrys in Cork. They would let me play for as long as I wanted and I really felt I could be myself. When it got late they would lock the doors and if the police came they would keep them out. It was crazy in there, people would just dance the night away knowing they were safe to do so. You don’t get anything like that anymore, especially in Ireland.

to keep the weather on your side but out here you don’t have to worry about it. I love the fact that all the arenas back on to the beach, not to mention there are beautiful music lovers everywhere. I think the best way for me to sum up Hideout is a party in paradise.

I suppose there is no point in me asking if you would play here again then?

Well that goes without saying, as long as these guys will have me then hell yeah I’m going to keep coming

Having been set up by Leeds based promoters did the connection to our northern home help or hinder your choice of tracks?

Well Leeds holds a very special place in my heart because every time I go there the place goes o�. I mean I’ve played a lot of places all over the world but in Leeds the crowd knows their stu�. I kind of thrive o� that because it means I have to draw on my best skills

Words: Kag Katumba

September 2012 sees the highly anticipated opening of a new venue in Leeds. Canal Mills is the next installment from Sound Channel UK, a Leeds based events heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Leeds nightlife scene.

Presented as a ‘creative-space’ the venue will see a host of film, theatre, visual arts, illustration, and live and electronic music events throughout its inaugural season. Kicking o� on 28th September with a line-up to match no other in the city, the Simian Mobile Disco duo will be headlining the old textile mill alongside Julio Bashmore, Tensnake and The 2 Bears.

Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC Radio 1 DJ Skream. Oliver Jones, aka, Skream will be headlining with a three hour set, following Breakage, Hijack and Bobby Tank.

Both nights will be a memorable introduction to the mainstay venue in Leeds. A series of installations will provide a backdrop to the venue's events, inspired by its history as a textile mill, courtesy of aesthetic construction team Mad Ferret. The venue will partner with time-honoured electronic club nights Wax:On and Metropolis, along with other esteemed labels, attracting culture vultures both locally and across the UK to this phenomenal new space. London-based, illustration-focused collective Technicolour Moon are set to link up with the new venue to create an outside wall mural, alongside an exhibition of their work, which will mark the start of a series of similar projects. Canal Mills will work with local and emerging art connoisseurs to open up the doors for students and other rising artists.

“Canal Mills is a creative space, a venue which is there for artists from all genres to

be inspired by and exhibit in. We have been based in Leeds for a long time now and the city is a veritable mix of creative mediums. We want to provide a meeting

point for them. Our launch weekend brings electronic DJs and illustrators

under one roof, that’s the dream.”

"We chose Canal Mills as it relates to Leeds' history as 'the city that made

everything'. Our industry has evolved from textiles to arts and therefore Leeds could

not be a more perfect place to host a creative space. We really wanted to

include the city's history by supporting its future and we feel that Canal Mills was a perfect mix of industrial open space and

historic essence. Re-purposing a local landmark, ensuring it does not go to

waste or disrepair by introducing a younger generation to this significant

building will hopefully ensure its continued usage for many more years to come."

Venue director Mark Newton said;September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated September 2012 sees the highly anticipated opening of a new venue in Leeds. Canal opening of a new venue in Leeds. Canal opening of a new venue in Leeds. Canal opening of a new venue in Leeds. Canal Mills is the next installment from Sound Mills is the next installment from Sound Mills is the next installment from Sound Mills is the next installment from Sound Mills is the next installment from Sound Channel UK, a Leeds based events Channel UK, a Leeds based events Channel UK, a Leeds based events Channel UK, a Leeds based events Channel UK, a Leeds based events heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar heavyweight who consistently deliver stellar line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint line-ups in phenomenal settings. As joint founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, founders of Hideout Festival in Croatia, Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Canal Mills is set to be a main player in the Leeds nightlife scene. Leeds nightlife scene. Leeds nightlife scene. Leeds nightlife scene. Leeds nightlife scene.

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Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive Saturday night follows with the UK exclusive launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC launch of Skreamism, the new tour from BBC Radio 1 DJ Skream. Oliver Jones, aka, Radio 1 DJ Skream. Oliver Jones, aka, Radio 1 DJ Skream. Oliver Jones, aka, Radio 1 DJ Skream. Oliver Jones, aka, Skream will be headlining with a three hour Skream will be headlining with a three hour Skream will be headlining with a three hour set, following Breakage, Hijack and Bobby set, following Breakage, Hijack and Bobby set, following Breakage, Hijack and Bobby set, following Breakage, Hijack and Bobby Tank.

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“Canal Mills is a creative space, a venue “Canal Mills is a creative space, a venue “Canal Mills is a creative space, a venue which is there for artists from all genres to which is there for artists from all genres to which is there for artists from all genres to

be inspired by and exhibit in. We have be inspired by and exhibit in. We have be inspired by and exhibit in. We have been based in Leeds for a long time now been based in Leeds for a long time now been based in Leeds for a long time now and the city is a veritable mix of creative and the city is a veritable mix of creative and the city is a veritable mix of creative mediums. We want to provide a meeting mediums. We want to provide a meeting mediums. We want to provide a meeting mediums. We want to provide a meeting

point for them. Our launch weekend point for them. Our launch weekend point for them. Our launch weekend brings electronic DJs and illustrators brings electronic DJs and illustrators brings electronic DJs and illustrators

under one roof, that’s the dream.”under one roof, that’s the dream.”

"We chose Canal Mills as it relates to "We chose Canal Mills as it relates to "We chose Canal Mills as it relates to Leeds' history as 'the city that made Leeds' history as 'the city that made Leeds' history as 'the city that made Leeds' history as 'the city that made

everything'. Our industry has evolved from everything'. Our industry has evolved from everything'. Our industry has evolved from textiles to arts and therefore Leeds could textiles to arts and therefore Leeds could textiles to arts and therefore Leeds could

not be a more perfect place to host a not be a more perfect place to host a not be a more perfect place to host a creative space. We really wanted to creative space. We really wanted to creative space. We really wanted to

include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its include the city's history by supporting its future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a future and we feel that Canal Mills was a perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and perfect mix of industrial open space and

historic essence. Re-purposing a local historic essence. Re-purposing a local historic essence. Re-purposing a local historic essence. Re-purposing a local landmark, ensuring it does not go to landmark, ensuring it does not go to landmark, ensuring it does not go to landmark, ensuring it does not go to

waste or disrepair by introducing a waste or disrepair by introducing a waste or disrepair by introducing a waste or disrepair by introducing a waste or disrepair by introducing a younger generation to this significant younger generation to this significant younger generation to this significant younger generation to this significant

building will hopefully ensure its continued building will hopefully ensure its continued building will hopefully ensure its continued building will hopefully ensure its continued building will hopefully ensure its continued usage for many more years to come."usage for many more years to come."usage for many more years to come."usage for many more years to come."

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A sense of relaxation is apparent throughout this postcard town and nothing gets disturbed, as the capacity of the festival is 3000. Ideal if you are after the music and the atmosphere without having to plot a course on a compass and leave sand trail to each destination.

The festival site is unique in the respect that it lays on a holiday resort. This means that the onsite accommodation ranges from tents to

nicely A/C apartments. The restaurant on site is cheap and bloody good so for the more mature festivalgoer, Garden festival is more than entic-ing.

At the resort all of the daytime acts pay at the globe shaped main stage and down at the im-pressively placed, Tiki Bar and beach stage. If the shore isn’t your thing on any day then you always have the choice to jump on the Argo-naughty boat parties. The boat parties are quite simply banging as we found out on the Prosum-er voyage. In the searing heat the breeze and

feel makes the experience all the more enchanting.

On the beach stage and Main stage you always have a choice of funk, soul, disco and house. Yes that’s right you may find yourself listening to a range of uplifting tracks from dawn to dusk and that is what makes this place so special.

When the site closes all is certainly not over as thee eagerly awaited, refurbished, Barberellas nightclub opens its gates. This open air, Funk-tion One driven event space is arguably the

-fect end to what is always a day of wonders and perfect memories.If you don’t want to take my word for it then how about the word of Miss Laura Jones of Vision-quest. We caught up with her on site and you can find out what happens at the bottom of the Garden

Croatia continues to give elec-tronic dance music pleasant new locations to enjoy a festival experience. Garden festival carries on that trend as it played host to its new home, Tisno.

The Garden Festival takes place Weds 3rd - Weds 10th July 2013 at The Garden Tisno, Croatiawww.thegardenfestival.eu

Saturday 7th July, the time had once again arrived for the Cocoon label to take over the vibrant city of Leeds. Ticket sales were popular and there was a real buzz around this year’s event. The weather leading up to it had been somewhat of a concern, heavy rainfall was due for the day, which lead to the site being moved up on to the hill to battle the potential mud bath. But with raincoats and wellingtons in hand spectators turned up to temple newsam, Cocoon in the Park was here.

The day started o� with glorious sunshine as in favor Seth troxler got the music flowing along side 2 of his 3 Visionquest comrades, Ryan Crosson & Shaun Reeves. Playing the likes of MK’s remix of Amiralis ‘Illusion’ the crowd really got straight into the swing of things.

You really don’t know what to expect from the trio, it can go from a funky house track straight into a classic piece of techno music. One of the huge attractions to this brand is the diversity of their sets and how it changes for its scene. On this occasion, they delivered the goods for the

Yorkshire grounds and its punters. It was a perfect warm up set and was monitored closely by the next headliner, shu�ing ever so closely to the decks, Cassy.

Cassy Briton holds an impressive past of involvement with all kinds of music. Starting at a young age, her gradual progression to house music has witnessed vocal duties and co production for the likes of Luciano and Mathew Johnson. As If you have ever seen Cassy before, you are familiar with her cool domina and control over the music.

The time had reached the back end of the afternoon, and it was time for Loco Dice. As expected Dice quickly set his mark, bouncing around with the music the enthusiasm is spectacular. The energy from the stage connected with the audience and regardless of the rain intervals carried on dancing.

The music flowed perfectly and the arrival of Vath excited everyone. Then the heavens opened, the rain was out in full force. The

ground started to become something of a pure mud bath. It really was down to the DJ to keep everyone happy and in high spirits, and this is exactly what he did. Track after track keeping peoples arms in the air, even some of the VIP guests come out of their cover to embrace the weather. The atmosphere was awesome.

On a whole the day was hugely successful. Despite the torrential weather that I can only describe as unbelievable, everyone enjoyed there selves and the spirit of Cocoon in the Park was electric. Not much can be done with the forecasts we have to handle here in the UK, but the organizers did there best at making it easier to deal with and making it as comfortable as possible. Of course it was also down to the headlining acts to help keep everyone interested and dancing, and they did just that. All of the DJ’s impressed and put in full e�ort. The heart and determination of everyone was a true delight. Despite a broken phone, it was worth it.

Words - Jordan Gray

COCOON IN THE PARK 2012

Hypercolour in forest? Would you recommend that such a lively bunch be let loose in such an environment?

Yes of course i'd recommend it, especially at Gottwood and witheverything else around us and all the other great party people here this is the perfect place for Hypercolour to come and let loose. Last weekend I played at Glade Festival which surprisingly was even more remote than Gottwood, it took me about 7 hours to drive there but in the end it was well worth the journey. It's a good look for Hypercolour to come and showcase their artists at a festival like Gottwood, everyone here seems to be on the same wavelength musically and you don't seem to get that at many festival which I think is great!

Did you guys manage to see the legendary Robot Viking cousin of Techno Viking?

Robot Viking? I've never heard of him only the legend that is TechnoViking. That guy has been the highlight of my festival season, he was at Glade last week busting out his infamous hand/dance moves and he's also here at Gottwood going in hard! You know in Ibiza where in clubs they hire the best looking stage dancers for nights, well I think if Hypercolour ever end up having a night in a superclub then they just hire him to dance and maybe Robot Viking as well. It would be a lotmore entertaining in my opinion. There is now a facebook page dedicated to him now as well.

We are surrounded by quite the display of lights and artwork ...Has the hedonistic side to Gottwood had an influence on your sets?

I definitely think the lighting, visuals and artwork play a massiveroll at festivals, the most random and weird festivals are withoutdoubt the best festivals in my opinion and Gottwood hasn't failed to impress on this front. I'm not sure if it's a�ected my set but still, I loved it none the less and I can say that it's the first time i've ever played in the front of a boat before.

Can you each give our readers you own personal advert for what to expect at this festival?

A festival full of 1500 like minded individuals who are all here toparty to the best Electronic music. It's completely out of the wayfrom anywhere else and you seem to be in your own little bubble for the weekend.

More on to yourself now... We know that they pump out the productions at Hypercolour so what can we all look forward to from Mr Banks?

My Hypercolour release at some point which i'm slowly working on. A remix i'm doing for CP Connection forthcoming on Love Not Money Records and some collaborations that I can't quite say at the moment. I'm also playing some great gigs around the UK in the next few months, you can find all that out on my Facebook page.

It's completely out of the way

from anywhereelse and you seem to be in your ownlittle bubble for the weekend.

Interview performed by Kag Katumba


We talk to Hypercolours Charlie Banks & discusswoodland antics


LAURA JONES


So as we're in Croatia that seems like a good place to start. Have you played here before? And how did you prepare for playing at the Garden Festival. It's quite an older, shall we say more clued up crowd here, did that a�ect you in terms of how you might approach you're set?

No I've never played Croatia before and in fact this is my first festival abroad so I'm really excited about it. To be honest, I didn't really think too hard about it. I was just honoured to be asked and I'm just gonna do my thing and see how it goes.

But did it put you at ease, knowing that the crowd here are knowledgeable and expect to hear good music?

Well that's always nice. The last ten month's have been so hectic for me and I've pretty much experienced all types of crowds and scenarios in that time. So like I said I haven't thought too much about it so I'll just asses on the night how the crowd is and what the vibe is like and go from there.

Last night you stepped in and helped Louche out by standing in for Dyed Soundorom, how did you find that?

I was quite knackered after getting here late but I was pleased to be asked. The crowd was cool and it's always nice to play back to back with Gavin which I don't do very often. Although I did miss out on seeing Nicolas Jaar who I really wanted to check out as I've still not seen him play!

You've played out in Ibiza quite a few times now, we wanted to ask how do you see it there now in comparison with Croatia?

Before DJ'ing out in Ibiza I spent many years holidaying and also worked a couple of seasons there so it does hold a special place in my heart. Obviously this is my first time in Croatia so maybe this is a question to ask me after a few more visits but I definitely sense Croatia is starting to attract a younger crowd. This could be their Ibiza, and also it's a lot more a�ordable and cheaper here.

She was a resident for Louche, is a classically trained vocalist and stands as the new kid on the block at Visionquest, meet

"Seeing so many great DJ's come into Leeds during the period I was really getting into house music was a great influence. It's essentially, like a mini London"

Words: Joe Morris

Lets step away from Croatia and the Garden Festival and talk about your incredible rise over the last twelve to eighteen months. How has it been for you?

Emotional! Yeah it's been amazing. I was working in marketing before doing a nine to five job straight from University, they understood I was trying to pursue a music career in the background and were cool about it. I did a crash course on DJ'ing but along the way I had a few health issues so I'd resigned myself to the fact it wasn't going to happen for me. I was still producing music and when I finally did get a couple of releases out they were so well received it ultimately helped me to get where I am now. But even though I'm new to a lot of people

I have actually been producing for the last three or four years.

Do you feel that being from Leeds has helped you? With such a rich clubbing history and incredible nightlife scene, has that helped you with your DJ'ing and producing?

Definitely, like Ibiza I think Leeds inspired me to start DJ'ing. Seeing so many great DJ's come into Leeds during the period I was really getting into house music was a great influence. Essentially it's like a mini London, we are quite spoilt really. And it's like a family scene too, I'm really good friends with the Basics crew who obviously know their stu� back to front and they've been really helpful for me also.

You've been there a while now, are you not feeling the pull to move to London or Berlin or somewhere like many other DJ's and producers on the house scene?

It's funny, when Gavin and I were at Sonar this year we decided in the space of twenty four hours we were gonna move to Barcelona and definitely not move to Barcelona! We saw so many people getting mugged, it's just so rife. But yeah I am starting to think about maybe moving away from Leeds to get the creative juices flowing but we haven't decided where as yet.

You want to start using your own vocals in your tracks we hear, is that something you've had a background in?

Yeah I did some classical and contemporary vocal training in my teens but I haven't done much singing since then. I'm a little rusty but I'm enjoying it and also learning to write lyrics as that's a whole di�erent ball game

that I haven't experienced before.

So just to finish up could you tell us if you and Gavin have any collaborative projects coming up?

At the minute we don't have anything in the pipeline as we are busy with our own stu�, but we did work on some tracks but just haven't got around to finishing them. We'd like to do some tracks together in the not too distant future, and maybe down the line when I'm a bit more established we may do our own label at some point. Or even do some live performances where I sing and Gavin control the production. I'd really like to do a live thing but again its just finding the time to put it all together.

Catch Laura in the UK atFabric London, United KingdomSaturday 27 Oct 2012



Flux has gained a respectable audience in its fairly short existence. With regular parties in Leeds and an impressive involvement with overseas festivals, the party has grown with time. How did Flux begin and was starting your own night always something you wanted to do?

Johno: Being a DJ and a promoter for other peoples nights, it had always been a dream to create my own night with my own musical and creative freedom. My friend Lydia needed to raise money for a charity project so I o�ered to run a club night to help and we doubled up together for the launch party at Wire. What followed was a Christmas holiday spent planning and conceptualising Flux, which should really have been spent writing my dissertation! The first night was literally 250 friends all gathered together for what seemed like a birthday party. It was a huge success and as with all nights, the best nights are the ones where all of your friends are out. Combine that with music you love and we were onto something!

What gave you guys the inspiration to start your own night? Was it to create something di�erent or just add a little diversity to the current house music scene?

Johno: DJing and putting on house parties was kind of where it all started, and that gave me the buzz and motivation to want to do it properly. What’s the di�erence between getting 300 people over to your house and getting them to a club? Surely putting on a club night would be no harder! I was quite naive back then and didn’t really understand what it took to run a club night, which almost resulted in me losing my 2:1!

Jacques: At the start of University, it was quite obvious that D&B and Dubstep governed the student nightlife and that was what most students listened to. However, I myself have been a fan of house music for years and the distorted sounds of Plastician or Scream were never my cup of tea. Nights like Louche, Monocult and Back2Basics promote some of the best electronic music in the country and have been doing so for years. But with their parties

artists you want to see!

Phil: We’ve always made a conscious e�ort to book artists we enjoy and respect, rather than some flavour of the month who will draw a crowd this year but be forgotten the next. In terms of genres, I also enjoy a wide range of music and have had numerous obsessions over the years, but I particularly get a lot of enjoyment out of listening to soul, where so much of the inspiration for house music has been taken from.

Jacques: After going to Boom 2012 and seeing Andrew Weatherall’s “A Love From Outer Space” at Beacons, my love for acid house alongside other genres encompassing weird psychedelic elements has grown even stronger, the side of me that John always tries to keep on a tight leash! However, I am a very open minded person when it comes to music and the answer to your second question is that I cannot say I have a favourite genre. For me, good music is good music and that’s all there is to it.

Flux has seen itself invited Dimensions in Croatia and other festivals and success has come quickly. Would you have ever thought your growth would be this rapid?

Jacques: Definitely not. Although, we have worked hard to get this far and it is such a great feeling to see that our e�orts have been worth it.

Johno: It’s pretty hard to comprehend how far we’ve come in just a year and a half.

It’s been a huge team e�ort and there’s a lot of people to thank for where we are now.Beetle: Yeah, I agree with Johno. You kind of take the whole thing in your stride, bit by bit. The di�erences between our first party and our most recent one are so large that you can’t really compare them and it is very hard to comprehend.

The flux residents are well respected solid DJ’s themselves, do think this helps give the night a boost in terms of interest?

Johno: Yes definitely. With Robert Cary now on board as well, I feel like we’ve got all bases covered in terms of our Flux sound. Maybe it’s time to test the waters and do a residents night only and see who shows up!

Jacques: Jonny Cade is also moving forward with production and is now playing at some of the biggest parties around, which is definitely a huge boost for us. He has now moved to London and is going to help us get the ball rolling with our parties down South.

Everybody has a favourite location or venue. What would be the dream for you guys in terms of hosting a party? Where would you love to see Flux?

Everyone: Burning man

(Nevada) – love the freedom involved with these festivals, rules and regulations are almost non-existent. These places leave it to the crowd to act responsibly and to respect one and other so that everyone has the best experience possible. Moreover, the music in these places never seems to stop!

Despite its already quick expansion, what are the plans for the future of Flux? Are there any new locations around the UK or even outside the UK that you have in store for yourselves?

Johno: Jacques and I couldn’t resist one more year in Leeds, so Flux in Leeds will carry on. Lots of ideas in the pipeline - Ibiza was definitely the highlight of our summer, so we’ll be planning a second trip back there for sure. We’ve also got a little weekend excursion to Berlin or Amsterdam on the cards for autumn.

Beetle: Phil and I have now both moved down to London, which sadly means no more flyering in the cold outside the Parkinsons building. We’ve managed to work things out so that we stay fully involved, and we’re going to be handling bookings and help develop the new website this year, as well as preparing for our long-awaited London launch and all the new challenges that it will bring. We’ve scouted some really interesting venues and are going to be involved with some special events down there. It’s very important to remember our roots in Leeds and use the experiences we gained setting up Flux when we start up in London. Look out for Flux in London come the end of 2012 and early 2013!

Phil: We are very excited about our new website, which launched recently, and that will be a major focus going forward with Alex Sainty joining the team. Whilst our eyes are purely on Leeds and London in terms of parties, the new online platform gives us the opportunity to reach a wider audience, nationally and even internationally, and hopefully give a whole load of new people an insight into Flux’s ethos and what we’re all about.

Jacques: I think it’s all been said apart from this – SEE YOU AT THE FRONT!

FLUXWords: Jordan Gray

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being on weekends, it was time for us to step in and o�er something a little di�erent on a weeknight and introduce house and techno to the student crowd.

Creating a distinctive yet appropriate name can be di�cult I believe. What was the inspiration behind your name?

Johno: To be honest, I definitely spent all Christmas holidays brainstorming and overthought it… so it’s slightly embarrassing/deep and meaningful! Flux by meaning, refers to the movement and fusion of things, which I thought was relevant to the sound I wanted to push – a combination of house, techno, disco and live performances, really drawing together all the di�erent elements of underground electronic music. That was then the basis for the X logo with the 4 arrows pointing in.

What were your techniques when getting things going and making it o�cial? How did you let people know about Flux?

terrace party with over 25 DJs, the sun was out and everyone had finished their exams and were ready to get o� their trolleys!

Why Leeds? Was it purely because you all met in the city and it seemed appropriate?

Johno: It’s really a once in a lifetime opportunity being at university with the opportunity to meet so many like-minded people. I guess back at home in the Lakes, something like this would be much harder to pull o� as I just wouldn’t really know enough people into house and techno to put a party on. With over 100,000 students in Leeds, anything is possible! I was in my final year and it was a now or never opportunity, which I’m now extremely glad I went for.

Some punters who aren’t huge fans of the music still attend for other reasons than the line-ups. Flux is very popular for other reasons than just its impressive bookings. Why do you believe Flux is so popular?

Phil: I’d certainly like to think that people enjoy our lineups! We do try to bring over a variety of artists that our crowd (or even Leeds) may not have seen before and I think that does keep things fresh. But I do think it’s more than that. We know our crowd value the atmosphere at our parties and we always try to make sure we don’t overfill venues so people can really dance, we try to give a lot of thought to decorations and visuals etc. In such a nightlife focused city, I think people appreciate the little things. I also

think we really struck lucky in finding a venue as compatible with our vision as The Beaver Works to be our home.

Jacques: We also like to keep things fresh and change venues every now and again, ensuring that our parties do not get boring and that they constantly provide something a little di�erent.

Would you describe the flux bookings as reflective to your personal music taste? What are your favourite genres outside the artists you book?

Johno: Between the four of us, we all have our specific tastes and there’s often lengthy debates as to who gets booked, but I guess that’s a good thing as it keeps it varied. Personally, I’m very much a believer in booking musicians as well as DJs and pushing the live elements through.

Beetle: A variety of bands kick started my interest in music, with festivals and the live element cementing my obsession with it. This then developed further and by the time I was in Leeds, electronic music was on the cards. I’d definitely say our bookings reflect our tastes, that’s a large part of the motivation behind running Flux, being able to book

Johno: The name, artwork, bookings and logistics all took some time to learn and do initially. It was ultimately about getting the right team on board, friends who were really into their music. Then a ridiculous amount of hours spent flyering!

Often a group of friends are generally fans of the same music and scene. How did you guys meet though, was it through a love of music or due to other circumstances?

Beetle: We were all friends at uni together apart from Jacques, who was found behind the bins of Hyde Park Pub. We took pity on him and decided to take him under our wing.

What truly set the ball rolling? At which point or party did you believe that Flux was in full operation and began on its journey?

Jacques: Our summer day and night party at Stinky’s Peephouse was definitely what got the ball rolling. We put on a 24 hour



















"It’s very important to remember our roots in Leeds and use the experiences we gained when we start up in London. "

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“For me, good music is good music and that’s all there is to it.”

Liam Wachs, Klaudia Jasmin

YYAAYYAYY SSMMINAINA AARRTT..Highly talented Yasmina Hamaidia pulls together aspects of theatre, the dark and the surreal to create an array of imaginative pieces spanning from bold prints to grandiose interiors. Through her fascinating dreamlike style, her work brings a sense of the extraordinary and the fantastical into the everyday realm. The result is an impressive (a thought-provoking) portfolio that is rich in both emotion and curiosity.

forms, Yasmina is unrestricted in how she can express her style. “I got into textiles because it was more free,” she told us. “I was more interested in making 3D spaces that you could go inside and it can be more of an ex-perience.” The flexibility means she can be spontaneous and uninhibit-ed, which translates into honest and original art.Hamaidia has also tutored others in the ways of her work at Bristol uni, and still does talks at her old col-lege. It was after her stint at Bristol that she decided to pursue her am-bition to work for herself. This crea-tive freedom allows her to work on a multiplicity of designs. She can be called upon to create bespoke tat-too illustrations, club flyer design or even stop-motion animations for club visuals. There’s no end to the variety the northern artist can produce; her t-shirt design company Bedroom Gully

intricate illustrations and bold print style. She favours the experiential side of art, working with spaces and textures as well as with collage and canvas. Her fanciful compositions pull from a range of influences, including surreal-

ist Czech filmmaker Jan Švankmajer, Tim Burton and Heston Blumenthal - Yasmina is storyteller at heart. Her approach to interiors is inspired by theatre; the environments she cre-ates are like changing stage sets, with the objects as the actors telling a silent, personal story. “The way you display your things says a lot about you… like the objects tell a story in the room.” Expect no magnolia paint with her designs, instead you’ll find intrigue, with a sense of mood and personality.

So what does she want for the fu-ture? Interiors are a favourite of hers because the scope and scale that it gives her: “I want to do some really

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with being pigeonholed however, she also looks to push more with both her painting and her drawing work. Yas-mina’s natural talent as both an art-ist and storyteller will mean whatever the future holds, she will continue to impress, bringing depth and original-ity to all that she gets her hands on.

“Her fanciful compositions pull from a range of influences, including surrealist Czech filmmaker Jan Švankmajer, Tim Burton and Heston Blumenthal - Yasmina is storyteller at heart.”



- Laura Jones

GREG wilsonThe first thing that becomes immediately apparent

when talking to Greg Wilson is his absolute unbridled passion; that being his love of music and in particular the championing of the influence of black club music

that resonates throughout club land today.

GREG wilson

e chatted with Greg at this summer’s Garden Festival in Croatia in what proved to be one of the most candid,

insightful and thoroughly enjoyable interviews Movement has done to date.

Although Greg’s involvement in the music industry spans more than three decades, his career as a DJ came to an abrupt and untimely end in 1983 when he took the decision himself to hang up the headphones. It’s the question most levelled at him as to why he decided to quit when things were seemingly going so well, but as Greg explains there were a myriad of reasons for bowing out.

“In the early eighties you started to see a real influence of what was happening in the New York club scene and the UK was

taking aspects of that and I was looking up to US DJ’s like Tee Scott andJellybean Benitez and of course Larry Levan who were beginning to make an impact with remixing and I really wanted to get into that. But the attitude at the time from the record companies was that UK DJ’s don't remix, it’s purely a US thing, which was crazy really. So I thought well if I can't get work remixing I'll make my own stu� so I hooked up with some musicians and started to get into producing."

It wasn't just the struggle to break into remixing and production which was a source of frustration; Greg goes on to explain that hip hop culture and breakdancing was beginning to emerge strongly in the clubs and he could foresee a change on the horizon.

"The way forward for me at that point would be to get into turntableism but I was more into the editing and production side of things so that led me away from what was happening in the clubs. And also by the time I stopped DJ’ing I was working at Legends in Manchester which for me was just amazing, the best it will ever get and I'll never have that experience again. So I felt that with DJ’ing I'd achieved everything I'd set out to do."

But before Greg began his twenty year hiatus away from the decks he had earned unrivalled success at clubs like Legends and Wigan Pier. Hearing Greg talk of these clubs, it’s amazing to think that on a week night you would get huge, predominantly black crowds travelling from places as far flung as She�eld, Leeds and Birmingham specifically for the music. When Greg first started at Wigan Pier he was originally a jazz-funk DJ, but as the club scene in New York started to influence him more it was the electro sound he was pushing that was pulling the crowds, for which Greg drew criticism from certain corners of the UK soul scene.

"I was being told, predominantly by what I felt were middle aged white people in the industry, that I was diluting the scene by playing electro. But the soul music at the time had become very smooth and bland and the soul stu� that I grew up on like Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett had a more raw edge and for me the electro sound that was coming out of New York had more in common with that; it was raw, it was real and it was coming from the street".

Greg's success at Legends caught the attention of the owners of a new club that had just been built in Manchester, the Hacienda. The clubs owners Tony Wilson, Rob Gretton and also Mike Pickering who at that time was the booker at the Hacienda had been spending a lot of time in New York at places like the Fun House and Danceteria. They saw first-hand the music that was being played and knew

that in order to make the Hacienda work, they needed the black crowd and so Greg became the obvious choice for the DJ. By this time Greg was working with breakdance crew Broken Glass who were responsible for bringing a lot of the black crowd to the Hacienda for the first time.

"By '86 it was the black kids that were leading the way for dance music in Manchester and in fact Mike Pickering tells a story that the first house record to be played in the Hacienda was literally brought into the club by a black kid from Hulme who handed him a copy to play, which was Adonis’ ‘No Way Back’. There's some great footage that has emerged recently from '86 of an all black crowd dancing to house music somewhere in Moss Side, two years before acid house really took o� at the Hacienda. So it was the black kids that were really influencing the music that was being played in the Hacienda at the time, and it’s a story that’s never really been given its proper dues".

While talking of Manchester it’s interesting to hear Greg’s memories of Tony Wilson who was of course the flamboyant visionary owner of Factory Records and the Hacienda. Tony had asked Greg to compile a mix with Factory’s back catalogue at his disposal, but as Greg remembers it didn’t work out.

“As a black music specialist I felt there was nothing I could really use that was anywhere near the scene I was involved in at the time, so it didn’t happen. But I always remember Tony as just being around all the time. He was someone with a great understanding of the arts and he knew that sometimes mythology had better uses than reality, and although the film ’24 Hour Party People’ isn’t factually correct and isn’t meant to be, it perfectly sums up that period really well.”

With talk of eccentric club owners the conversation turns to Dave Beer and how Basics came to be one of Greg’s first gigs at the start of his comeback in 2003. The

tale goes that after one Southport Weekender, Tristan Da Cunha who is a resident at Basics had been at a party where a friend of Greg’s was playing one of his old mixes which impressed Tristan enough to want to track Greg down.

“I was contacted by Tristan and Ralph Lawson who’d been at my comeback gig at Legends in December 2003. They wanted me to put together a mix CD for their 2020 Vision Recordings label and I was invited to play Basics really early on after starting to DJ again. Being associated with a club night like Basics really boosted my profile to a lot of people who maybe wouldn’t have known who I was otherwise”.

“I grew up on like Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett had a more raw edge and for me the electro sound that was coming out of New York had more in common with that; it was raw, it was real and it was coming from the street.”

What Tristan and Ralph were quickly realising was that people were starting to look back to the electro sound from the early eighties, but what a lot of people didn't realise was how much of a huge underground scene it was back then. By and large that scene wasn't written about in the mainstream music press, you had to find out by reading magazines like Blues & Soul and Black Echoes or by checking out specialist radio shows. What is becoming apparent when Greg is describing what was happening on the electro-funk and soul scene back in the early eighties is that it was very much a northern movement, London doesn't really feature until a couple of years later. Was there a close-minded attitude to that scene in London at the time or did it have its own thing going on?

"It’s a lot more competitive up north, you really have to work at it to get something going and if you look back historically a lot of musical movements have happened outside of London such as the Mersey Beat of the 60's, the Madchester thing and She�eld with the Human League but I also think London can be too complacent at times. Where I think we really stole a march on London with the electro scene was that there was a collective of DJ's called Soul Mafia, who Pete Tong was originally part of, and they were a really powerful group who controlled a lot of what was happening on the club scene in London with all-dayers and weekenders on so on and they really froze the electro sound out. When London did eventually get onto electro it had to come from places like Brixton which wasn't until early 1984, whereas up north it had been happening since '82".

What's interesting is that the club scene Greg was involved in back then as opposed to now is how much it was fuelled by the social conditions of the time. Racism was still very much an issue and it was an oppressive time for many and a natural reaction to that is for people to go out and express themselves. For example dancing was such an important aspect of the scene, it didn't matter if you had no money or had no qualifications or lived in poor accommodation; you were somebody if you could dance.

into a narrow way of playing. For me that's not what it’s about, I like moving between all sorts of styles".

Greg now finds himself part of the re-edit scene which has risen in recent years and this has allowed him to give his style of DJ'ing a modern context. With young and new producers taking old tracks and putting a contemporary spin on them, Greg has found that this has revitalised the music and brought it to a new generation.

"It’s obvious for me as its always been great music but its needs to be put together in a way that works for the modern scene i.e. DJ friendly and that’s what guys like Terje and the Revenge or more recently Du� Disco and Late Nite Tu� Guy are doing. Music isn't something that should be dated andleft to a period of time and this enables me to bring back tracks from the seventies or eighties or whenever and that connects with people". And with that the interview draws to a close. Greg's passion for music has undoubtedly shone through and will continue to do so whenever you hear him play. It has been refreshing to speak tosomeone that above all just wants to make people dance and regard the music as the most important aspect at the heart of what they do.

Joe Morris I August 2012

"The dancing gave people status if you were good at it. You had this whole dynamic going on where it wasn't just going out to have a party and have a good time; it was deeper and more important than that. It literally kept people sane. I was becoming more aware of this the more I was drawn into the black communities which I felt privileged for, to be welcomed into a di�erent culture out of mutual respect for what I was doing as a DJ. I think that’s why the music was so good, it was tied inwith struggle and whenever people are hemmed into a corner in some way there is a need for them to express themselves."

To bring things back into the present we move onto how Greg feels about the response he gets to his DJ sets where his approach is to start o� down-tempo and slow, whereas most current DJ's go in at a faster tempo. It's encouraging to see that recently he played alongside Mark Farina and Todd Terje at Movement in Detroit which is historically a techno festival.

"I like to think I'm exposing people to a di�erent take on dance music; it’s a fallacy that it has to be 120bpm before people can dance. By that token you may as well wipe out everything James Brown ever did and most hip hop if you want to just play up-tempo stu�. I just see it as a natural thing, that’s how it used to be. It was only after the rave explosion that DJs locked themselves

"It’s a lot more competitive up north, you really have to work at it to get something going and if you look back historically a lot of musical movements have happened outside of London such as the Mersey Beat of the 60's, the Madchester thing and

think London can be too complacent at times. Where I think we really stole a march on London with the electro scene was that there was a collective of DJ's called Soul Mafia, who Pete Tong was originally part of, and they were a really powerful group who controlled a lot of what was happening on the club scene in London with all-dayers and weekenders on so on and they really froze the electro sound out. When London did eventually get onto electro it had to come from places like Brixton which wasn't until early 1984, whereas up north it had been happening since '82".

What's interesting is that the club scene Greg was involved in back then as opposed to now is how much it was fuelled by the social conditions of the time. Racism was still very much an issue and it was an oppressive time for many and a natural reaction to that is for people to go out and express themselves. For example dancing was such an important aspect of the scene, it didn't matter if you had no money or had no qualifications or lived in poor accommodation; you were somebody if you could dance.

into a narrow way of playing. For me that's not what it’s about, I like moving between all sorts of styles".

Greg now finds himself part of the re-edit scene which has risen in recent years and this has allowed him to give his style of DJ'ing a modern context. With young and new producers taking old tracks and putting a contemporary spin on them, Greg has found that this has revitalised the music and brought it to a new generation.

"It’s obvious for me as its always been great music but its needs to be put together in a way that works for the modern scene i.e. DJ friendly and that’s what guys like Terje and

something that should be dated andleft to a period of time and this enables me to bring back tracks from the seventies or eighties or whenever and that connects with people". And with that the interview draws to a close. Greg's passion for music has undoubtedly shone through and will continue to do so whenever you hear him play. It has been refreshing to speak tosomeone that above all just wants to make people dance and regard the music as the most important aspect at the heart of what they do.

Joe Morris I August 2012

"The dancing gave people status if you were good at it. You had this whole dynamic going on where it wasn't just going out to have a party and have a good time; it was deeper and more important than that. It literally kept people sane. I was becoming more aware of this the more I was drawn into the black communities which I felt privileged for, to be welcomed into a

what I was doing as a DJ. I think that’s why the music was so good, it was tied inwith struggle and whenever people are hemmed into a corner in some way there is a need for them to express themselves."

To bring things back into the present we move onto how Greg feels about the response he gets to his DJ sets where his

slow, whereas most current DJ's go in at a faster tempo. It's encouraging to see that recently he played alongside Mark Farina and Todd Terje at Movement in Detroit which is historically a techno festival.

"I like to think I'm exposing people to a

that it has to be 120bpm before people can dance. By that token you may as well wipe out everything James Brown ever did and most hip hop if you want to just play

that’s how it used to be. It was only after the rave explosion that DJs locked themselves


INTERVIEW.

Q. You often hear by people who have been associated with dance music for a long time, especially the Americans and DJs in particular from the disco scene in New York in the late seventies and early eighties, that Richard Long’s sound system in the Paradise Garage is the best system they ever heard. How do you think those systems stand up to the Funktion One systems of today and

A. It’s hard to say how the Richard Long system would compare with Funktion One systems. However, there are some obvious

use of bass horns with an eight foot mouth. Although they would have sounded good the downside is that they occupied valu-able floor space which is not often avail-able in clubs today. Large format compres-sion drivers were used for the midrange, high passed at 800 hertz. Compared to the Funktion One cone driven high-mids these large format compression drivers would have sounded harsh. A further point is at that time vinyl with analogue mixers would have been used which would have sounded way better than today’s aver-age digital set up.

Q. Do you think it helps that when club spaces are created the design process is sensitive to the sound? And can bad-ly designed clubs hinder the sound no matter how good the system is?A. You really do wonder how a club can be designed without any regard to room acoustics but it happens frequently and will compromise any system no matter how good.Q. And just to follow on from that, once a Funktion One system has been installed are they set up so no adjust-ments are ever required or do you think it helps for clubs to have an engineer who knows what they are doing to tweak them when needed?A. Once a system has been dialled in with a capacity crowd there is no need to adjust the system set up. If you can find a good engineer he or she can at least mitigate with equalisation the audio nonsense that some DJs/Artistes play out to people.Q. One of the things about Funktion One a regular clubber might notice is how you can talk and hear the other per-son when stood right next to a speaker. Could you explain why this is?

Walk into any club or live music venue that cares about the way their sound is presented and you might just find that they all have one thing in common; funny looking speakers placed strategically in and around the auditorium. These odd shaped speakers are Funktion One sound systems and over the last twenty years they have revolutionised the nightclub experience. Gone are harsh, distorted speakers and in are state of the art, sonically accurate loudspeaker systems often custom designed with the club space in mind. Movement was granted an ultra-rare interview with Funktion One founder Tony Andrews to gain insight into why Funktion One are the industry leaders in sound system installations.

Walk into any club or live music venue that cares about the way their sound is presented and you might just find that they all have one thing in common; funny looking speakers placed strategically in and around the auditorium. These odd shaped speakers are Funktion One sound systems and over the last twenty years they have revolutionised the nightclub experience. Gone are harsh, distorted speakers and in are state of the art, sonically accurate loudspeaker systems often custom designed with the club space in mind. Movement was granted an ultra-rare interview with Funktion One founder Tony Andrews to gain insight into why Funktion

A. It is remarkable and encouraging how may people comment on this aspect of our systems. I believe it is because the pack-ets of audio from a Funktion One system are so clean, tidy and well organised that it is possible to listen to the music and hold an audible conversation in the open spac-es between the packets of audio.Q. Obviously any DJ worth his or her salt should know the do’s and don’ts when playing on a good system, but what advice can you give to someone when playing on a Funktion One system to get the best out of it?A. Don’t run the mixer’s input and output in the red. Don’t use poor quality source material such as MP3s. MP3s are not a pro-fessional medium. Do use a decent sound card such as the ECHO firewire.Q. With the rise of digital DJing and the on-going argument that vinyl or analogue sounds better, what are your thoughts on this? Should the format of the music played not matter, is the sys-tem only as good as the source of the signal that’s fed into it?A. Yes, you could say any sound system is only as good as the source material it is fed. Regarding digital versus analogue I’m not against digital as a musical me-dium. In fact done properly digital sound

quality can surpass analogue. However, to get digital right involves so many more processes and specialised bits of equip-ment compared with analogue that it very often goes wrong. Furthermore, digital usually involves some level of latency and unless signals are synchronised down to microseconds the auditory system will be disturbed by this and it won’t sound “right”.Q. In your opinion which club has the best system in the world and why?

system in particular as there are several which spring to mind. Right now I would say the main room in Space Ibiza because

the room treatment.Q. And know I have to ask you which is the worst!? If you’d rather not name and shame please tell us why the club’s sound system can be so bad!A. There are many bad systems all over the world but the worst collection I have heard were in Jakarta, Indonesia. The fundamental thing to appreciate about a sound system is that it is a chain of events. It only requires one weak link to compro-mise the whole story whether it is poor source material, over driven mixers or dis-torting compression drivers.Joe Morris


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ACROSS THE PENNINESP.38 - Idiosync Not happy dominating Manchester’s club scene Butler & Mert of idiosync talk to us about their new label too.

P.40 - Jamie Jones Hot Creation’s label head takes some time out of his non-stop schedule to talk to Movement.

P.44 - The Warehouse ProjectThe 2012 season line-up has been announced and we have it all for you.

In recent years it has become almost a cliché. You all know the story, a group of music enthusiast meet at Uni, and after longwinded debates unhappy with the generic music in there local area, they make the nerve racking decision to start their own night…

As cliché as this may sound the iDiOSYNC boys have done exactly this, but there is something superior about this Manchester based night. Ask any of its cult followers and they will enthusiastically tell you all about the distinctive parties thrown monthly at Joshua Brooks’ and how fluently on top form they always are.

The five key members that make up the iDiOSYNC team have continuously prided themselves on debuting new and exciting artists into the UK. By doing so they have managed to stay one step ahead of the trend, e�ortlessly carving themselves a permanent fixture within the electronic community.

This year the brand has managed to branch out and start a new label to coincide with their existing night. I caught up with rising talents and two of iDiOSYNC’s label instigators ‘Butler & Murt’, to gain a better understanding of the boy’s ethos and mentality behind running one of the U.Ks fastest growing underground record labels.

Hello, and first of all thanks for being here with me today. Could you please introduce yourselves and give the movement fans a brief history of iDiOSYNC?

Both: “Hi there, we are Josh Butler and Jay Murt ‘Butler & Murt’. Really iDiOSYNC music started as a side project for the club event we hold at Joshua Brookes in Manchester. Our first release set the tone for the label with ‘Ed Regans – Ghostly Notes,’ which was a forward thinking electronica piece. Remixes featured from Matthew Burton, Vision Quest, The Dark Side of Meat and our selves, Butler & Murt. Our second release came from local Leeds producers Alcatraz Harry & Ali Scott, a three track EP titled ‘He’s Mine’ which featured a quality remix from Saytek.”

How did you initially get involved with the Manchester based night?

Josh: “Well I knew Guy Richards for a few years before he started the night with Leon Riley and Eoin Thomas. This is when I introduced Jay to the lads. Jay and myself had talked about starting a label and it seemed only natural to ask the lads at iDiOSYNC to join forces with us due to our similar tastes in music and how well we got on. The rest is history. “

What was it that triggered the decision to start the record label?

Jay: “The idea was to use the label as an outlet for not only our own music, but to push local artists more and give them an opportunity to break into the market.” Josh: “There is so much good music being made and a lot of artists are not getting the exposure they deserve. We are all about pushing forward thinking music from up and coming artists and getting them heard!”

Could you explain to movement your musical influences?

Both: “Well… this list could be a long one to be fair. We are generally just music lovers. Anything from ambient experimental to Gabba and everything in between. We listen to it all.”

How would you summarise your labels sound? Is it strictly house music or is there more to it then that?

Jay: “As our musical tastes vary so much, we are not really attempting to pin an individual sound down. The label showcases forward thinking house music, in keeping with the idiosyncratic style the brand was born with.”

So, with all five of you involved it must be hard sometimes to agree on one track, what is it that you all look for in a potential release candidate?

Josh: “Firstly and most importantly we all have to agree that we like a track. We are all constantly sifting through music and passing it on to each other to check out. There has to be a stand out element in a track, a wow factor if you will.”Jay: “Yeah, we are always looking at new music and welcome any artist that is trying to get there music heard. We listen to all demo’s that are sent to us and will give feedback where we can, everyone feel free to send us one.”

Finally, what has iDiOSYNC got in line for us next?

Both: “Our next release is from a young up and coming Irish producer ‘Brame’. He has tracks forthcoming on OFF Records and Tsuba and we are really glad to have him on board. The EP has three deep house tracks one being a remix from Manchester based ‘ReKreation’, who have just collaborated with ‘Saytek’.”

Thank you and good luck with the labels future releases.

As always Movement would like to personally thank Jay and Josh and all of the iDiOSYNC crew for taking the time out to chat. The label and night continue to impress us here at Movement, and we too are big on supporting our local artists. Be sure to look into them if you haven’t already as we are sure big things are to come from this rapidly expanding label.

Next ReleaseBrame –Make Your Mind Up EP

Soundcloud.com/idiosyncmusic

A CATCH UP WITH IDIOSYNC’S BUTLER & MURT Words: Thomas Ashley


Hello, and first of all thanks for being here with me today. Could you please introduce yourselves and give the movement fans a brief history of iDiOSYNC?

Both: “Hi there, we are Josh Butler and Jay Murt ‘Butler & Murt’. Really iDiOSYNC music started as a side project for the club event we hold at Joshua Brookes in Manchester. Our first release set the tone for the label with ‘Ed Regans – Ghostly Notes,’ which was a forward thinking electronica piece. Remixes featured from Matthew Burton, Vision Quest, The Dark Side of Meat and our selves, Butler & Murt. Our second release came from local Leeds producers Alcatraz Harry & Ali Scott, a three track EP titled ‘He’s Mine’ which featured a quality remix from Saytek.”

How did you initially get involved with the Manchester based night?

Josh: “Well I knew Guy Richards for a few years before he started the night with Leon Riley and Eoin Thomas. This is when I introduced Jay to the lads. Jay and myself had talked about starting a label and it seemed only natural to ask the lads at iDiOSYNC to join forces with us due to our similar tastes in music and how well we got on. The rest is history. “

What was it that triggered the decision to start the record label?

Jay: “The idea was to use the label as an outlet for not only our own music, but to push local artists more and give them an opportunity to break into the market.” Josh: “There is so much good music being made and a lot of artists are not getting the exposure they deserve. We are all about pushing forward thinking music from up and coming artists and getting them heard!”

Could you explain to movement your musical influences?

Both: “Well… this list could be a long one to be fair. We are generally just music lovers. Anything from ambient experimental to Gabba and everything in between. We listen to it all.”

How would you summarise your labels sound? Is it strictly house music or is there more to it then that?

Jay: “As our musical tastes vary so much, we are not really attempting to pin an individual sound down. The label showcases forward thinking house music, in keeping with the idiosyncratic style the brand was born with.”

So, with all five of you involved it must be hard sometimes to agree on one track, what is it that you all look for in a potential release candidate?

Josh: “Firstly and most importantly we all have to agree that we like a track. We are all constantly sifting through music and passing it on to each other to check out. There has to be a stand out element in a track, a wow factor if you will.”Jay: “Yeah, we are always looking at new music and welcome any artist that is trying to get there music heard. We listen to all demo’s that are sent to us and will give feedback where we can, everyone feel free to send us one.”

Finally, what has iDiOSYNC got in line for us next?

Both: “Our next release is from a young up and coming Irish producer ‘Brame’. He has tracks forthcoming on OFF Records and Tsuba and we are really glad to have him on board. The EP has three deep house tracks one being a remix from Manchester based ‘ReKreation’, who have just collaborated with ‘Saytek’.”

Thank you and good luck with the labels future releases.

As always Movement would like to personally thank Jay and Josh and all of the iDiOSYNC crew for taking the time out to chat. The label and night continue to impress us here at Movement, and we too are big on supporting our local artists. Be sure to look into them if you haven’t already as we are sure big things are to come from this rapidly expanding label.

Next ReleaseBrame –Make Your Mind Up EP

Soundcloud.com/idiosyncmusic

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When did you first go to DC10? What was it like back then?

About 2000. It was completely raw. Free for everyone to get in, an after-party for about 200 people. Inside it was just bare... I remember the first time I went, being sat on a cardboard box next to a bassbin for four hours nodding my head.

How did you end up getting involved with the people that run it and getting a gig there?

It was through Clive Henry, I became friends with Clive and then got introduced to them through him. They all knew my face because I'd been going there for years, every week, and I got to know them a bit more. Once I started making more music and DJing more they asked me to play there for a closing party, then two or three times the next year, four or five the next and then about two years after I became a proper resident.

A HOT CREATION

As label head at Hot Creations and one of the world's

best-known DJs, Jamie Jones could easily rest on his

laurels and take advantage of his high standing in the

DJ ranks. But, instead, he continues to graft away, a

self-confessed workaholic who refused to take short

cuts on the road to fame. Having been an avid fan of

house music since his early teens, Jamie has

maintained a consistently high work ethic for well

over a decade and the results are clear to see.

Returning to The Warehouse Project this autumn with

a huge party based on his Paradise night at legendary

Ibiza club DC10, we spoke to Jamie about his first

experience of DC10, how Hot Creations was born and

the sacrifices he's made in the name of success...

Interview: Jamie Jones

Words: Marcus Barnes

How do you feel about being held, by some, as responsible for bringing back the house sound?

I tend not to think about it too much, people comment on it quite often but I just see it as us doing our thing. It's very cool to see that it's reignited a passion for it, but there's more than just me responsible, there's a lot of people around me that have been really influential in doing it.


Can you remember playing there for the first time?

Yeah, it was inside for their closing party. It was a bit of a nightmare because I'd just moved over to Serato back then and it sort of kept going wrong, but I pulled it o� and it was cool.

How did you hook up with Lee Foss? I believe it was in Ibiza?

Yeah, we met in Ibiza about ten years ago in about 2001, we were both working in San Antonio. We got on really well and decided to live together the following year, so we spent a season living together in San An, and then lived together in Playa D'en Bossa the following year.

And how did the whole Hot Creations thing happen?

It started o� as Hot Natured when we were in Miami. WMC in 2008. We were hanging out at the house we'd rented on the Monday [after WMC had finished] playing disco and stu�. We just had a break from house, and we said, “Next year we should do something where we can all just hang out together, with all our mates, just doing this.” So we did the first Hot Natured the year after, on

the Sunday night and it went on from there. We decided to make some music together, he was in LA using the studio of some friends of ours [Droog owners of Culprit] and we just started making some tunes together, that's how Hot Natured started really. Then we started the label [Hot Creations] about a year and a half after that.

You've got the Hot Natured album forthcoming as well…

Yeah that's the biggest thing I'm working on right now. It's all written, we're taking it back into a big recording studio to mix it down, reworking some of the parts and re-recording some of the vocals to tweak everything and get it to the best level it could possibly be. We've done about 80% of the album now.

When will it be out?

It's very time-restricted because I'm always busy, and so are the others. But we try to get a few days every week when we

can get together. It usually takes one or two days for each track so we're going to be finished, I would

say, by mid-September and then probably have it out about three months after that, so I’d say the

beginning of next year.



“Inside it was just bare... I remember the first time I went being sat on a cardboard box next to a bassbin for four hours nodding my head.”


What does the future hold for you?

Well, I've always been a house music person so I'm always going to want to DJ. Obviously as I get older I probably won't do as many gigs, I'll spend more time producing in the studio. I'll probably do more producing and writing for other people, just trying to be a little bit more settled in one area rather than darting o� here and there every other day, it can take it's toll on you a bit after a while.

It must get to you a bit after a while.

Yeah, it's amazing because I've got to see a very large portion of the world and met some amazing people and experienced things I've never experienced before – but, after a while you miss being settled in and not having to constantly think about making your flights and getting enough sleep to be able to operate.

Speaking about being settled, do you get to go back to Wales much?

Not very often, unfortunately. I go back once, maybe twice a year and my family come down to London every once in a while too. I've been doing this quite a while now and you do kind of get them saying, “When are you going to slow down?” I try to make to the important things like weddings and my sister's birthday, but I have missed out on a lot of stu�.

Do you think it's worth the sacrifice most of the time?

Most of the time, yeah. I wouldn't change anything I've done. I wouldn't be where I am. I think the best thing is now, in this position, I can help lots of people. I can help my family. I'm able to help new artists and stu�, artists on the label that were where I was a few years ago; on your arse with no money, struggling to get signed and get gigs and so on to eventually making a living from something that you've been so passionate about for so many years. So just seeing that is very rewarding.

It’s fantastic sometimes when someone can have one track on a Hot Waves compilation and immediately shoot up the ranks...

Yeah, it's great when I see that, a lot of people really deserve it and they're really grateful to be in that position and to be able to do it.




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FASHION & LIFESTYLEP.47 - AllotmentWe head down to Leeds newest Men’s Boutique to take a look around and check out the goods on offer.

P.48 - Best Vintage Tired of the vintage unberella, this local outlet is taking a new avenue in fashion.

P.49 - Birdsyard We talk to Michelle Walton about what the future hold for one of Leeds’ finest little gems.

P.50 Primo’s Gourmet HotdogsMovements sits down to sample the Corn Exchange’s tastiest bite to eat.

P.51 - Belles Bejewelled Rebecca Pearson, one of Leeds’ most exciting and creative designers tells us about her inspiration and her latest range.

P.52 What you saying? Once again we take to the streets to ask, ‘What are you saying?’

P. 53 Bloggin’ HellIn our new feature the Movement team will introduce you to our current favourite blog. This issue: The Gates Of Paradise - http://gemsnyc.us/

The Allotment store is a brand spanking new menswear boutique located on the top floorof the Central Arcade, Leeds City Centre.

We popped down to the launch for a bevy and abrowse. Read on to see how it went...After a cracking launch party which featured a full DJ set up in the middle of the arcade, freefood & drinks and even a

This hidden gem is home to a wide range of designer brands such as D.S.Dundee,

Siki Im,Silent and Illesteva to name just a few. It also features an array of artwork by Si Scott whichis available to purchase

The layout of this boutique is unlike any-thing we’ve seen before here at Move-ment, witha beautiful white theme going on along with a garden bench, vases, a huge mirror and acustom built shed (yep

you heard us, a shed!) at the back which is used as the stock room,this place oozes quirkiness like no other store.As for the clothing, you’re not going to find better brands then right here. Expect the finest inKnitwear, Jeans, Trousers, Jackets, Sneakers and Shoes and also a range of accessories suchas Hats, Sunglasses and even Iphone and Ipad cases.


“Vintage has been done to death” are the words of Perri the founder “We would rather count ourselves as second hand designer outlet or even future created fashion”. These are words of experience not just outland-

new spin on making fashion unique to the wearer because they let their customers have a firm say in how they want to be clobbered up.

The hardworking team make the environment unimpressionable and laidback which has caused them to build up an extremely strong cult fol-

the area for their sound fashion advice and generally good banter. One more way they set themselves apart is their alterations service for an array of clothing. You can have your jeans, trousers, jackets and sleeves

altered which really is one of Best’ best attributes.It’s a pleasure to see the ambition and individuality that the Best team strive for, especially as Leeds has become quite well known for its vintage style scene. In a place, which is oozing with big personalities and egos this really is a place that helps bring down the heads from the proverbial pedestal.

Since 2008, at the bottom end of Leeds town centre, Best has become one of the most fre-quented fashion outlets in all of Leeds. Perri Isa and Alex Blanco have made sure the ethos of the shop has always been forward thinking, even if some of their designs and work take inspiration from the past.

BEST CLOTHING


It’s been over two years since Birdsyard first opened their doors to Leeds and the city is still just as excited by the unique vintage arcade as it was back in July 2010. Michelle and the rest of the team, have lovingly nurtured and cared for the store over the last two years allowing it to develop and grow into a multi floor, independent retail outlet with many varying boutiques each complimenting one and other. Not forgetting the vintage tea room that now takes pride of place as you enter the store.Birdsyard has proven to be a very successful platform for many independent retailers & designers to get their crea-tions into the public eye and test their products on the market. So much so in fact, that the store already has a list of awards and accolades as long as your arm, including, best newcomer 2010/11, best designer 2010/11 & 2011/12 and best jewellery 2011.So, what can we expect from year 3 then? Well, with the store ever growing and going from strength to strength, money from Mary Portas will hopefully be used to beautify the yard area outside of the boutique for events and func-tions; show ing there is plenty more to come from

Birdsyard is the brainchild and life pas-sion of store owner Michelle Walton, who, since opening her first shop, ‘Bird Shell’ in Trinity Arcade in 2007 has gone on to become a regular name in Leeds' fashion scene. She met up with Move-ment to tell us how things have devel-oped as well as what the future holds for this multi award winning store.

Birdsyard yet as they continue to innovate and lead the way in unique thinking towards retail in Leeds.If you have an event or special night out planned why not take advantage of the new hire service now available too?

Birdsyard, 83 Kirkgate Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DJ0113 245 9515www.birdsyard.co.uk


Words, Dan Mckenna

The Corn Exchange has seen many shops and eateries win our

hearts over the years but since 2010 Primo’s Gourmet Hot-dogs have been leading the charge. The winning combination of great choice, well resourced ingredients and generous po-

help Primo’s to grow and expand. May this year was a landmark month for Primo’s, seeing them open a second store at Xscape in Castleford.

There’s more to Primo’s then just ‘Dogs’ though, with deli Bagels, Salads and Cubanos as well as amazing ice-cream milk-shakes, smoothies and more, it’s instantly clear to see Primo’s have really done their homework.

We opted not to build our own hotdog (not an easy choice) and went for the ‘Mexicana’ (pictured) for £3.95 and a Latte from

£2.00. The ‘Mexicana’, an all beef Frankfurter, topped with Mon-terey Jack cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa and jalapenos, is not for the fainthearted but definitely doesn’t disappoint. All that topping means with the first bite (if you can manage to fit it in) you get an explosion of flavours as the peppers hit you fol-lowed by the cool sour cream, before the fresh baked bun and Frankfurter comethrough.

With student discount, varied daily deals incluing Cuban Tuesdays, Bagel Wednesdays and the ‘Dog

to make Primo’s a regular haunt whenever you’re in the city.

Primo's LeedsUnit42 Call Lane, LS1 7DA, Leeds0113 345 8901

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Her work – inspired by paper craft techniques – is sold in boutiques across the country as well as on Leeds based designer web-store ‘fashionpony’. After being declared a designer to watch by the Leeds Guide and gaining further recogni-tion from stylists and photographers, Rebecca’s designs are also being worn by award winning electronic artist Karin Park and local Leeds band Voxe.

“I am stimulated by eccentric fashion and I de-cided to put my thoughts down on paper from an early age and started making jewellery out of any scraps of material that I could get myhands on.” she told us. “From there it has simply grown into a whole range of designs I am truly proud of.”

This Autumn/Winter collection see’s not only the launch of her new collection entitled ‘Endless Love’ at the Leeds Fashion Show on 19th October but it also marks a huge change for Belles Bejewelled, as the brand will also be launch-

ing a range of rings and belts and scarves for the first time.

For more information or to see more of Belles Bejewelled’s ‘Endless Love’ collection take a look at her website - www.bellesbejewelled.co.uk Belles Bejewlled’s pieces are available from select boutiques nationwide, Birdsyard Leeds and www.fashion-

pony.co.uk

Her work – inspired by paper craft techniques – is sold in boutiques across the country as well as on Leeds based designer

fter being declared a designer to eeds Guide and gaining further recogni-

ebecca’s designs are also being worn by award winning electronic artist

“I am stimulated by eccentric fashion and I de-cided to put my thoughts down on paper from an early age and started making jewellery out of any scraps of material that I could get myhands on.” she told us. “From there it has simply grown into a whole range of designs I am truly proud of.f.f ”

s not only the launch ove’ at the Leeds

Fashion Show on 19th October but it also marks a huge change for Belles Bejewelled, as the brand will also be launch-

ing a range of rings and belts ing a range of rings and belts and scarves for the first timand scarves for the first time.

For more information or to see more of For more information or to see more of Belles BejewelledBelles Bejewelled’s ‘Endless Love’ collection take a look at her website - wwat her website - www.bellesbejewelled.co.uk Belles Bejewlled’s pieces are available from select boutiques nationwidavailable from select boutiques nationwide, Birdsyard Leeds and www.fashion-

ing a range of rings and belts and scarves for the first tim

Inspired by art deco design Belles Bejewelled still has an environmentally friendly attitude as the range uses scrap leather donated by other designers but 100% of all the material is used - there is no waste!!

Leeds jeweller Rebecca Pearson has been creating pieces using fabric and leather for two years and last year launched her own label, Belles Bejewelled. Movement met up with her to ask how the first year has been, discuss her inspirations and take a look at her latest range, ‘Endless Love’.

BELLES BEJEWELLED


Name: Sophie ZouAge: 19Occupation: Student Where is your outfit from: Japan Where we spotted them: Thornton’s arcade Favourite place to shop in Leeds: Vivienne Westwood How would you describe your style: Cute, Sweet and Pink

Name: Doris Age: 20Occupation: Student Where is your outfit from: China, Givenchy and Zara Where we spotted them: Briggate Favourite place to shop in Leeds: Harvey Nichols How would you describe your style: Simple

Name: Tashae Age: 24Occupation: LPC Student Where is your outfit from: Sneak-ers - Jordan's from Foot Loker, Jeans - Level 99, Top Forever 21 Where we spotted them: Gossip Favourite place to shop in Leeds: Gossip How would you describe your style: Very Eclectic, " the bomb.com"

IMG_0259Name: Helen Adderley Age: 30Occupation: Owner of Dusty & Dylan Vintage Where is your outfit from: All Vintage Where we spotted them: Corn Exchange (Vintage Fair) Favourite place to shop in Leeds: Dusty & Dylan! How would you describe your style: 90's Hippie

WHAT YOU ARE SAYING?

Name: Jamie Sindall Age: 23Occupation: Sales Assis-tant @ The Alottment Where is your outfit from: Accent & The Alottment Where we spotted them: The Allotment Favourite place to shop in Leeds: The allotment How would you describe your style: “Retro Chic”

Name: Andy Jones Age: 19Occupation: Student Where is your outfit from: Rebok train-ers, cheap monday jeans, vintage jacket, nike beanie Where we spotted them: Briggate Favourite place to shop in Leeds: Blue Rinse How would you describe your style: Alternative


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Jumbo RecordsSt Johns Centre 31 Merrion Street,Woodhouse, Leeds, LS2 8LQ0113 245 5570www.jumborecords.co.uk

Crash Records35 LS1 6PU0113 243 6743www.crashrecords.co.uk

Tribe Records13 Crown St Leeds LS2 7DG0113 243 3414www.triberecords.co.uk

Relics Records53 New Briggate Leeds0113 234 7361www.relicsrecords.co.uk

Norman RecordsUnit 20, Croydon Street, Leeds0113 245 4399www.normanrecords.co.uk

Therapy The Hub LtdMill 1 Ground Floor NorthMabgate MillsMabgateLeedsLS9 7DZ07554964237www.therapythe-hub.co.uk

Picadilly Records53, Oldham Street, Manchester 0161 839 8008

Vinyl Revival5, Hilton Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester 0161 661 6393

KingBee Records519, Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, Manchester 0161 860 4762

Vinyl Exchange18, Oldham Street, Manchester 0161 228 1122

Beatin Rhymin108, Tib Street, Manchester 0161 834 7783

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