Axtone Presents

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

‘Axtone Presents’ is pleased to welcome Finnish Nu-Disco talent; Lenno to the airwaves, in one of its most seasonally appropriate mixes yet. Episode twenty-two comes alongside Lenno’s Axtone debut and MixBANK collaboration, ‘Some Lovin’’, an inescapably feel good anthem. Lenno’s eclectic take on ‘Axtone Presents’, demonstrates his individuality and production prowess, truly forming a sound he may call his own. Immediately, listeners will notice Lenno’s appreciation for Disco with artists The Young Punx and Phonat being featured early on, while progressive house icon Eric Prydz, makes an appearance through his track ‘Melo’. Le Youth, The Magician, and a slew of Lenno originals and remixes close out the podcast in what is sure to be mix that listeners will keep on repeat throughout the summer and beyond.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

Smorgasbord: noun | Swedish | smor-gas-bord A wide range of something, a variety. Axwell’s first smorgasbord mix featuring his long awaiting single ‘Belong’, with future rave frontman Shapov. Listeners will note Axwell’s exclusive IDs and fluidity of genres as the Axtone label boss shows us his very own smorgasbord.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

‘Axtone Presents’ is pleased to welcome its favourite producer from down-under, Dave Winnel to the airwaves in one its most highly anticipated mixes yet. Episode 21 comes alongside Dave’s solo Axtone debut, ‘Old School’, as premiered via Steve Angello and his BBC Radio 1 residency. Dave’s diversity translates into his takeover as the young producer, navigates through his musical influences old and new. Immediately, listeners will notice Dave’s appreciation for the past with dance pioneers Orbital and Daft Punk being featured early on, while label boss Axwell, makes an appearance through his classic ‘Feel The Vibe’. Closing out the podcast in pure House fashion, listeners are left with an episode that will undoubtedly be kept on repeat throughout 2016.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

Fresh off his Axtone solo debut, As I Am brings his House flavour to the airwaves of ‘Axtone Presents’ alongside his new single ‘Closer’ featuring Jedd Roberts. Highlighting Daft Punk, Kris Menace, and Lifelike as some of his influences, As I Am’s love for the “French touch” is made evident while similarly highlighting Todd Edwards ‘Saved My Life’ as an always reliable pick-me-up song, never failing to make him smile. Moving into the 30-minute mix As I Am, displays a different side to his tastes in electronic music, creating a Cafe Mambo, Ibiza sunset vibe, featuring the likes of Energy 52, Digitalism, Barber, and Simon Mattson. With a grand remix package of ‘Closer’ doing the rounds in the club and festival circuit, As I Am takes full advantage in being afforded carte blanche, delivering an ‘Axtone Presents’ that fans won’t soon forget.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

Returning from an overwhelmingly successful Winter Music Conference, Axtone Records invites Swedish producer Michael Feiner for the latest installment of ‘Axtone Presents’. Highlighting the instantly recognisable ‘Mantra’ in the exclusive Axwell Cut, Feiner pays tribute to his greatest influences such as Jean Michael Jarre, Roger Sanchez, and Kraftwerk, while similarly highlighting his favourite personal productions. Featuring a mix chock­full of exclusive edits and forthcoming collaboration ‘The Funkatron’ from Robbie Rivera and Tom Staar, Axtone welcomes the multi­talented musician’s return to the label since his 2005 House classic ’Together’ alongside Axwell and Sebastian Ingrosso.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

Bouncing off an exclusive mix for Diplo and BBC Radio 1, Shapov confidently returns to the airwaves of ‘Axtone Presents’, kicking off with his forthcoming Axtone single, ‘Future Rave’. Continually turning heads, including that of the aforementioned grammy-winning Diplo, 2016 is marked as Shapov’s 'big year’. The Russian producer’s determination and musical prowess has never been more evident. Citing British acts The Prodigy and The Chemical Brothers as musical influences, fans get an insight into where Shapov’s “Future Rave” sound stems from. With Axwell, Röyksopp and Mark Ronson also making appearances throughout the mix, Shapov’s second time on ‘Axtone Presents’ ends in a nod to his Hard Rock Sofa past, with two tracks that evidently haven’t lost their flare.

The latest episodes of Axtone Presents from Artists and friends of the label

Following on from the Axtone Ten celebrations and the 1​year in the life of the “Axtone Presents” series, 2016 kicks off with Axtone’s latest signing to the roster; 18 year old Klahr from Sweden. Having made his debut appearance on Axtone with his glacial rework of Adrian Lux’s ‘Torn Apart’, Klahr is set to follow swiftly with the release of ‘Lyon’ and ‘Sapphire’ – all of which are featured within his eclectic selection. With a track selection that perhaps belies the selectors age, containing the likes of, Axwell, Eric Prydz, and Chrome Sparks. The “French Touch” effect on Klahr is apparent in his featuring of Daft Punk, SebastiAn, and Oliver as some of his musical influences, while naming British duo, Honne as his curveball artist. With a plethora of edits and genre blending, listeners of ‘Axtone Presents’ can’t help but feel excited for the future of Klahr and ‘Axtone Presents’ alike.