M.U.M&Flow Management proudly presents "Miami Sessions with Andrew Technique"- M.U.M- Episode 62 - a podcast by Rod B. & Mareis

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ANDREW TECHNIQUE - biography



Be Ray Ya Book Hey, Can't Play the Piano, Luna Park and Fresh are just
some productions which recently invested Andrew Technique as one of the
hottest young electronic artists in the region. And it's not a small
deal if we take in account he's determined to challenge the infamous
Slovenian techno heritage and take it to the whole new level. When he's
not abusing the decks and comps on his own, Andrew, a protégé of Flow
Management and dedicated member of SDJF initiative, performs as a
member of Foreplay!, Parallel Fusion (live) and R&A projects. Well,
he sure came a long way so far. Especially if we bear in mind he grew
up on metal guitar reefs.



"It’s true. I'm an art junkie,” admits Andrew. “When I was a kid people
thought I’d become a successful painter, actor, singer or whatever. But
it was the music that attracted me the most for as long as I can
remember. In business I believe in professionalism and dedication, but
when it comes to producing and performing music I indulge in being lead
by my feelings. And I’m very emotional. I can get goose bumps or even a
tear in my eye listening to some great piece of music. I’m not ashamed
to admit that. I do listen to the comments given by my friends and
people that I personally believe they are credible critics. I respect
good-intended critic, but I got where I am today mostly because I
decided so and worked hard to reach some of my personal goals,”
summarizes his career Andrej Šarkanj aka Andrew Technique.



Although as a master of his own destiny he almost abandoned his dream
not so far ago. “Let’s just say I came to the major life-crossroad and
had to decide what I wanted to do with life: I could have ended my
music career right there and then or choose to channel all my free-time
and energy into production and promotion of my own vision of dance
music. It never was, and still isn’t, all roses. But now, that I
finally get the positive feedback from the right people I’m happy I
decided not to quit," explains Andrew with a tiny sparkle of
satisfaction in his eyes. He made some big steps in 2007: he produced
bunch of great fresh sounding tunes, his records are now being
regularly played by the top deejays such as Umek and Valentino
Kanzyani, some of his tracks were already broadcasted on BBC Radio 1 …
But, regarding the strong competition, Andrew is aware that just a few
of good releases will not bring him much.  So he doesn’t rest on early
successes: "Dedication, sustain quality of releases and a bit of luck
are key elements on which I build my future as an artist.”



It’s been more than a decade since he developed a passion for 4x4
beats. “I used to be into guitar music. I learned to play the piano, I
joined the garage band as a teenager and I grew up on hard rock and
metal,” smiles Andrew on not so distant memories. “During the high
school period I came in touch with other genres, widened my musical
spectrum and finally turned in totally different direction. I started
listening to electronic stuff, learned how the music is selected,
performed and produced and in a few years established myself as a
tech-house deejay." Although some could label his sound more like
unique mixture of minimal, electro and progressive elements. "We leave
in a time of genre blending, so it’s hard to label one’s sound,
anyway,” admits Andrew. "But those who follow my work do know I’ve
always had a strong passion for organic African rhythms."



And how did he get his name? “Andrew was an obvious choice, just a
translation of my civilian name. And I choose Technique since I was
always very handy with stuff, I still work in a computer shop, MacGyver
is a big hero of mine and the name also reflects what I do as an
artist.” And the influences: "I listen to a lot of music and I got
inspired by a lot of great artists along the way. I try to find
something special in every piece of music and all musicians are mentors
to me in a way. But the most important influence for me as an artist
was and in a way still is our local super club Ambasada Gavioli. It was
the place where I was introduced to electronic culture and where I
experienced some great performances of leading global deejays.”



Andrew is also known as a “very friendly artist”. He's a member of SDJF
initiative that is dedicated to constant development of the local
electronic club scene and supporting young artists. And when he's not
performing on his own, he abuses decks and comps as a member of
Foreplay!, R&S and Parallel Fusion (live) projects: "There were
also some others, but this things come and go and only the best stay.
The basic idea behind collaborations is to get together with other
artists, develop and share ideas or blend genres. And it's always more
fun producing and performing music with other people than on your own."



As a producer he gets all the help he needs from his musical guru Tomy
DeClerque. He established his name as part of Tomy or Zox combo on the
house scene back in the 90's and is now successfully running his own
studio that is second home to some of the hottest young producers in
the region. Tomy and Andrew debuted on Kanzyani's Jesus Loved You label
with the Obala EP in late 2007. Tomy also remixed Fresh which was
included in Umek's Essential Mix and released on Circle Records:
"Studio is my favorite place for spending free time. I go there most of
the days and I try to channel my ideas, thoughts, wishes and feelings
into the music." And since he's very passionate guy, there's a
truckload of new records with Andrew's name on it planned for release
in forthcoming months. "I'm already well established artist in the
region, so now I'd like to spread my sound trough the rest of the
Europe and elsewhere. There are many challenges I'd like to take, but
the ultimate would be performing on another planet. I'm not kidding. I
believe this is something I could achieve as an artist, so don't be
surprised if you get a postcard from Mars or Venus someday."



Andrew Technique Playlist:



01. Valentino Kanzyani & Tomy DeClerque - 33a

02. Anton Pieete - Last Night

03. Magica - Dosem s remix

04. Hugo & D. Papini - Physical

05. R. Tapia - Mini Jack (Original Mix)

06. Dinamoe - Corner#1

07. B. Sanhaji - Symetria

08. B. Lima - Nicotine (anali rmx)

09. R. Cerrone - Burnt it (j. capriati rmx)

10. F. Grant - True colour 6pm

11. Sylar - Mellow (s. galli rmx)

12. A. Wolfe - The Legendary Bird man 2pm

13. Elia - Shuffle

14. B. Shade - Sweet Lies (j. stevens rmx)

15. Beatmode - On The Up (k. james rmx)

16. C. Liebing - Turbular Chord

17. A. Mochi - Harvester

18. Dualton & Masuki - The Swarm

19. R. Tapia - Morning Funk

20. M. Carola - Pampero

21. S. Lawler & A. Tepper - Doves

22. Pig & Dan - Magic Valley



Special Thanks to Marian,Alex and Andrew


Booking contact:

FLOW:MNGMNT

www.flow-management.net

info@flow-management.org



Marian: +386 41 234552

Alex: +386 51 352111

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