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"WORK" is a seamless collaboration between KELI and incredible vocalist, BREE FENTON. The dynamic duo turn out a slamming release that's sure to rip up floors in coming weeks!

BREE FENTON burst onto the dance music scene as the vocalist on Cutoff's "Believe" which was signed by Jetset Music and released in 2009. Her sexy, demanding voice compliments her edgy, melodic and catchy lyrics. Expect to hear a lot more from this vocal queen in the coming months!

DOLLS HOUSE enlist man of the moment CHRISTIAN LUKE who turns out a epic main room mix and CUTOFF who provides a main room club stomper both mixes are smoking hot and set to devastate floors!

This is a sweet little package not to be missed!! WORK IT!!

DOLLHOUSE MUSIK WEBSITE

KELI HART ON MYDJSPACE

BREE FENTON ON MYSPACE

Find Remix
Diego Iglesias, the guy behind FindRemix.com. loves music production. The site has posts related to all House, Tech House, Electronic, Techno and remix contests. It also has a good collection of music tutorials, news and so on.

Reason 4's Spider Audio Merger & Splitter
Tucked away in the Reason device list is the Spider Audio Merger & Splitter, a small utility device that is infinitely useful to any Reason user. But it often lies dormant even when it could be useful, because very few users of the software actually know what the Spider Audio device does. This tutorial shows you how to use this simple but powerful device.

6 Steps to Sending the Perfect Demo Submission
You just finished a smashing new track and want to send it to a record label! But you don't know how or you did it in the past but never got a reply. Here's a guide to send the perfect demo submission in just six easy steps!

Custom DJ Drops
Custom DJ Drops is the place to find the most affordable original DJ Drops and radio spots on the world wide web. Every drop and radio spot we spin is produced and customized specifically for you, our personal client because we never just drop the DJ's name over the top of a pre-produced "template" bed. No way. Everything Custom DJ Drops does is original down to the last drop.

Laptop DJ tutorial
In this tutorial, you'll learn to assemble the "perfect" DJ mix using your personal computer - no turntables required! There is a science behind the art, and using a few basic techniques you'll soon learn to mix like the pros.

Sonic Academy - Ultimate source of FREE DJ video tutorials
Sonic Academy is the place to go for anyone who wants to get to grips with the latest music technology. They don't just teach you how to use the software, they show you how to make music from the start. Designed for DJs, producers, musicians and students and teachers of all levels, they've created a comprehensive online resource of FREE video tutorials, features, news and reviews to help you produce and record your ideas, then share them with the world.

Nick's tutorials - FREE Ableton Live Video tutorials
An excellent source for FREE Ableton Live video tutorials.

Music Radar - The Number 1 website for musicians
Musicradar confidently calls itself "The No. 1 website for musicians." It has sections for guitar, tech and drums. They have a forum, podcast and tuition section.

Harmony Central - Gear reviews
"The #1 Online Community for Musicians." A strong point is its detailed gear reviews by users.

KVR Audio - audio plugin news
This site contains lots of useful resources, including plug-ins.

'Superpad' showcases Askii's love of synths. The track seems about to burst with crunchy leads and synthetic strings, and lets the music set the agenda rather than the vocals taking the limelight. Mink Engine combine a sizzling array of beats and riffs to make a super-saturated monster that has proven itself to be a dancefloor favourite from Melbourne to Shanghai to Tokyo, from London to Berlin and beyond.

And on the flipside, 'Dick Chicken' is an MA rated deep-fried morality tale. An overlooked and well-endowed Superstar Drumstick named Dick Chicken - after having been thrown in the scrap heap - rises up from his rejection and achieves success, fame and fortune. Taking a dark and twisted turn on his way to the top you'll have to watch the video to see how it turns out! Perfect for late viewing when the kiddies have gone to bed...

BeatBroker gets a chance to ask the band member - Touch Me Tiger and Askii, a few questions. So here goes

Tell us about the first time you were really inspired by music?
Askii: Hearing music made by synthesisers, like Wendy Carlos, Jean-Michel Jarre and Kraftwerk. Then I heard Herbie Hancock's RockIt and I became obsessed with drum machines.
TMT:  If I was being honest about this I would say it was The Smurfs Album. I had a mini cassette player that I would put in my basket on my BMX, and ride around the neighbourhood singing 'Pink toothbrush'. My brothers called me "Powderpuff with Rockets in Her Socks". I still know every word of 'Pink Tooth Brush'!!! Later on it was The Velvet Underground, their synthesis of music and art was a very exciting concept.

What do you consider to be your greatest skill?
Askii: In dreams, flying. In reality, cooking.
TMT: Creative thinking and travel with impractical shoes.
 
Name two albums you keep very close to hand.
Askii: from what my iTunes play count tells me, Vitalic's - Flashmob, and Wendy Carlos' - Switched-On Bach
TMT: Classic Grace Jones  - The Universal Masters and LCD Soundsystem - Sound of Silver.
 
The road to musical success is often long and hard. What is one lesson you have learnt along the way that changed the way you saw things?
Askii: The road goes both up and down, and left and right, all the way up the mountain.
TMT:  If you want to do it, go for it. Never wait for things to happen - make them happen. Being true to your own vision is the most important thing, design your own dreams.

Who inspires you? (Both in life and in music)
Askii: I'm really inspired by migrants, who leave their native countries to start a life in a completely different part of the world, but bring their cuisine & culture with them to share, and to help deal with the homesickness.
TMT: John Waters (The Film Director), Keiichi Tanaami, Le Tigre, Askii, my friends and family.

Tell us a quirky fact about yourself no one else knows!
Askii: I can do back-flips on the trampoline. All day.
TMT: I can wolf whistle.

If you could have two wishes come true what would they be?
Askii: Live in space for a bit. Own an outrageous supercar (and be able to afford to run it).
TMT: Peace on earth and a Space age house by the ocean with endless time to make art and smell the flowers with Askii.

Before you step on stage for a gig, what do you do to prepare?
Askii: Yawn. A lot. Helps my nerves.
TMT: Try to zone out Askii's yawning by doing some high kicks, jump around and then change the batteries in my Keytar... just in case.

What do your parents think of what you do? Have you ever taken them along to a gig?
Askii: My mum was always one of my greatest fans, and she was always in awe of what I did. She saw us perform at the National Gallery of Victoria once, and I think the connection with art and music finally made sense!
TMT: They love Mink Engine and are extremely supportive. They came to the National Gallery gig too, in fact so did my Grandma...

If you could be remembered for one thing, what would it be?
Askii: Sounds corny, but making people happy.
TMT: Being a major contributor to a rich and vibrant Australian Arts landscape

Having spent so much time on aeroplanes, are you an official member of the mile high club?
We don't kiss and tell.

Mink Engine's outrageously fun debut album 'Acres of Diamonds' is out on 6th March.

Click here to visit Mink Engine's profile on myDJspace
Click here to buy Mink Engine tracks on iTunes

Check out their official site here
And the official Dick Chicken site here

Now based on the Gold Coast, Birmingham born Haunts brings a fresh new flavour to the local Hip Hop scene. Described as a hard nosed and in your face MC, Haunts' story telling ability is tenacious, his flow is effortless and his lyrics wittier than an early Eddie Murphy stand-up routine. The other half of the duo, Australian born Mules, is quickly gathering momentum as a producer both here and overseas. Having produced tracks for a number of Hip Hop luminaries including the likes of Hyjak n Torcha, Rock from Heltah Skeltah and US artist MURS, 'Beggars Cant Be Choosers' is sure to cement Mules' reputation as one of Australia's key producers over the next few years.

The album title 'Beggars Cant Be Choosers' is an ode to the experience of creating an album, competing against established artists on the major labels with one per cent of the budget. Many sacrifices were made for the love of Hip Hop and the motto 'Beggers Can't Be Choosers' got Choose Mics through when times were tough.

Getting things started on the album is the bangin' first single, 'Let Me Go'. A classic body moving Hip Hop joint, the beats are bouncing and the chorus is catchier than swine flu. This track showcases Haunts' lyrical prowess and humour as he rhymes about his desires to be free from the daily grind. The confronting 'Magical World' which slaps you in the face from the first bar with its big production sound and Haunts' trademark skills as a relentless wordsmith. Taking things down a notch is the nostalgic '80's Baby' which will bring all those Gen Y'ers back to their childhood. With 'Run' - featuring Sammsonite of Brisbane crew The Optimen (winners of Best Urban Artist & Best Film Clip at 2006 MusicOz Awards) and underground Hip Hop staple Robby Balboa, the Choose Mics crew show that they can bring healthy doses of  fun and funk ot the table with this collaboration.

Translating this pure Hip Hop album into a live show, Choose Mics' sets are energetic, confronting and in your face. Performed in true Hip Hop fashion, their dynamic set is delivered with two turntables and two mics. Performing their original tunes as well as a few classics thrown in for good measure, Choose Mics give the crowds everything they have - definitely not a show for the faint hearted.

Since forming in 2006, the perpetually busy Choose Mics have put out a pre-album, a remix album and now a new full length LP not to mention constant touring and collaborations with artists the world over. 'Beggars Can't be Choosers' is the product of two highly talented and passionate individuals and twelve long months of recording and editing that saw many tracks fall off the radar in the quest for perfection.

"Choose Mics know how to create sensational Hip Hop music." 3D World

"Gold Coast duo of Haunts and Mules are destined for big things." Scene Magazine

"Mules establishes himself as a producer to watch for in the coming years." OzHiphip.com

"These guys have reason to be confident, veterans of live performance." Scene Magazine

To listen to some of the tunes from the album including the first single 'Let Me Go' CLICK HERE