Tagged: mikebanks

Known for being one of the cornerstones in Berlin’s universe of minimal techno, Tresor is an institution in Berlin clubbing, though its name and reputation packs a punch far further than beyond the borders of Germany. To give just a taste of the vast story of Tresor in Berlin’s culture, London’s Red Gallery hosted an [...]

Day two of the Detroit leg on the Red Bull Music Academy World Tour featured another two prominent Motor City techno legends. The first was Mike Banks, co-founder of label Underground Resistance and key figure from Detroit techno's 'second wave', who spoke on a number of subjects at length and with no small amount of passion. Achieving even a modicum of success in the music industry takes... extremely hard work It quickly became apparent why he had earned the nickname "Mad" Mike. Juan [...]

Photo by Angie Linder "There's something to be said about a person who bares his soul to the world," Aaron-Carl Ragland wrote when launching his personal blog in August of 2005. Being candid was a familiar experience. As an acclaimed musician and record label owner, as well as a friend, father and partner, Aaron-Carl wasn't afraid to put himself into his art or speak his mind. Through his intensely personal lyrics and heart pounding beats he formed connections with audiences around the world. Despite his considerable reputation it was always the real person on [...]

UK Music magazine The Wire has an in-depth interview with Underground Resistance on the state of music, DJing, Detroit, new blood and why making music is better than selling drugs. UR's idea of future jazz has brought us an expansive library of timeless music without selling out. techno , underground resistance , ur , detroit , detroit techno , electro , future jazz , mike banks , dj , the wire