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VMM: Interview JES/Unleash The Beat – Blonde Mix Compilation

July 26, 2014

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JES’ extraordinary voice, passionate song writing and legendary collaborations and with recent features in MTV Buzzworthy, Jungle Magazine, Cliché Magazine, Marie Claire and a place in Vibe Magazine’s “Top 10 Females in EDM 2013″ and featured in VMM Women of Dance feature all this has well and truly cemented her as one of the most recognized names in dance music today. JES’ new live show featuring sublime live vocals combined with her unquestionable mixing skills reaffirms a longstanding commitment to revolutionizing the EDM culture. The Unleash The Beat Mix show currently airs on more than 75 radio stations worldwide every week.

The VMM speaks to JES to find out all about the new compilation album named Unleash The Beat – Blonde Mix which is on release with Magik Muzik / Black Hole Recordings.

The Interview: Hi JES, it is great to speak to you here again in the VMM and hope all is well with you on the launch of your new compilation album Unleash The Beat – Blonde.

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HUFFINGTON POST- A Sexy Musical Gem Named JES

July 24, 2014

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EDM (Electronic Dance Music) is defined merely as club music that is produced primarily dance-based entertainment environments such as clubs.

Jes Brieden aka JES is a singer/songwriter whose goal is to connect with her audience on more than a rhythmic level. Sure, anyone can dance to dance music – how many can say that they feel something from it? The lyrics heard in JES’ music are definitely proof of that.

The two-time Grammy nominee has changed the game in a musical genre that has traditionally been dominated by men. JES has been named by VIBE Magazine as one of the Top 10 Female Dance MUSIC Acts of 2013 and one of today’s hottest lady DJ’s by Marie Claire.

Her recently released album Unleash the Beat Platinum has received raved reviews, JES tours the globe sharing her unique sound with her fans.

In a recent chat with the hit EDM artist, we talked about her work towards that Grammy, what motivates her, and what’s in store for the future.

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WANT TICKETS: “Queen of Rocktronica” JES On Her Roots And Dream Collaborators

July 18, 2014

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JES, known in the world of dance music as the “Queen of Rocktronica” has released her second quarterly digital mix album “Unleash The Beat – Blonde.” The New York-bred talent has been widely acclaimed for her exceptional vocals, passionate original songwriting, and legendary collaborations alongside staples including Tiesto, BT,Cosmic Gate, and more. She has solidified herself as one of the most recognized names in dance music and she was placed in Vibe Magazine’s “Top 10 Females in EDM 2013.” We took the time to chat with JES on her musical background and the fellow musicians she’d love to cross paths with in the studio.

WT: What do you hope your fans take away from your music?

JES: I try to write from the heart and make a conscious effort to make my music be an honest expression of my life and experiences. Music is really just a feeling and when something inspires me to write I try to use that feeling as my guiding force. I hope that my fans connect with that directly and feel included in the experience. We all have similar feelings and experiences, and I want my music to be something that brings people together. For me, music should be healing, invigorating and inspiring and I would like that they walk away with a sense of strength as well as a sense of hope.

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THAT DROP- Get To Know EDM’s Rising Songstress – JES

July 16, 2014

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Jes Brieden, professional known as JES, is one electronic dance music‘s premiere vocalists and a diverse talent, having established herself as a prolific singer, songwriter, DJ, and producer.

JES’ extraordinary voice, passionate songwriting and legendary collaborations have cemented her as one of the most recognized names in dance music, with recent features in MTV Buzzworthy, Jungle Magazine, Cliché Magazine, Marie Claire and a place in Vibe Magazine’s “Top 10 Females in EDM 2013″.

Having just released her latest album “Unleash The Beat – Blonde,” JES is primed to keep gaining momentum in 2014.

We recently had the chance to shoot JES some questions and discuss her influences, experience working withTiesto, and brand new album.

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DANCEMUSIC NORTHWEST- 4 WAYS JES IS THE MOST TALENTED DJ JUST LIKE YOU (EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW)

July 13, 2014

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“Dust yourself off and try again.” It’s a line that has been used to encourage those who have been defeated to try, try again. Life throws obstacles at everyone from time-to-time, even “famous” people. Getting the opportunity to sit down and learn a little bit about who JES is instantly put us at ease. For an artist with the renown and talent of JES, it’s always refreshing to have that person end up, for all intents and purposes, be just like us.

From her warm greeting to challenging industry standards on a daily basis, we learned all there is to know about the talented native New Yorker. Find out below and get familiar!

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THIS SONG SLAPS: [ARTIST INTERVIEW] Jes Prepares To Unleash The Beat

July 12, 2014

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I had a chance to catch up with legendary producer/DJ Jes, and discuss the release of her upcoming mix compilation, Unleash the Beat: Blonde.

Unleash the Beat Blonde is a digital mix album; explain what that is for people who may be unfamiliar with the concept. What draws you to release a musical compilation in this fashion as opposed to a straight album or EP?

I try to release 4 mix compilation albums a year that support my weekly mix show (www.unleashthebeat.com). Only one of those releases is a physical CD (which is usually a double album), and the other albums are digital only releases. I still approach the digital releases like a normal album with artwork, etc., but I think making more frequent, small releases is better for the fans. It means I can make the albums more current so they better reflect what’s happening in trance, progressive and electro right now. Most of the tracks are favorites of mine from recent “Unleash The Beat” mix shows and the digital format seemed to be the most effective way to bring my latest mixes to my fans. My Unleash The Beat Blonde mix will be available on July 14, 2014 on all major download stores and you can get a preview of the action here.

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LIFESTYLE BRILLIANCE-[RECAP] At the Warfield with JES – ATB’s US Tour

July 2, 2014

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A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to interview the beautifully talented JES. During that interview, she informed us of her tour with world class DJ and Producer, ATB for his 4 city US Live in Concert Tour. Partnered with Insomniac Events, this tour was not the typical DJ, lights, and the crazed fans – added to the mix, a live band with a drummer, guitarist, bassist, and keyboard player to make this experience a truly unique one. And of course, one of the special guests of this amazing tour is JES. Their first stop, October 4th – The Warfield Theater in San Francisco, CA. And of course, we at LSB quickly jumped on this chance and headed to San Francisco.

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JES Celebrates Summer In Full Force With The Release of “Unleash The Beat,” Blonde Mix

June 28, 2014

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Summer can officially begin! JES is set to unleash her second quarterly digital mix album of the year featuring her must-hear tunes of the moment. Based on JES’ popular weekly mix show, “Unleash The Beat – Blonde” hits all good download stores onJuly 14th through Magik Muzik.

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Fourteen of the hottest tracks in EDM from artists such as Eximinds, Robbie Rivera, BT, Dave 202, PROFF and The Manufactured Superstars are mixed to perfection, combining the very best in trance, progressive and electro house. Layered neatly into the mix are some of JES’ own new releases including the breakout collaboration “Runaway” with Cold Blue and Dennis Sheperd, Solarstone’s new remix of JES’ trance classic “Like A Waterfall”, and adding fuel to the fire is the Beatport chart busting Antillas & Dankann Remix of the JES, BT & Fractal collaboration “Letting Go”. A mix this hot is sure to be your perfect summer companion!

Tracklist:

01. JES, Cold Blue & Dennis Sheperd – Runaway (Original Mix)
02. Rank 1 & Dennis Sheperd – Freudenrausch (Radio Edit)
03. Eximinds – Freedom (Radio Edit)
04. Resistance – Scanners (Original Mix)
05. Robbie Rivera – Starlight (Manufactured Superstars Remix)
06. BT, Fractal & JES – Letting Go (Antillas & Dankann Radio Edit)
07. Stan Arwell – Flight To Miami (Original Mix)
08. Dave 202 – Superstitions (Festival Edit)
09. BT – Every Other Way feat. JES (Johan Malmgren Remix)
10. PROFF – What It Feels Like (Original Mix)
11. Joonas Hahmo – Gold Rush (Original Mix)
12. NouveauBeats – Heathrow (Original Mix)
13. Ad Brown & Steve Kaetzel – Like The Sunrise feat. Arielle Marin (Dub Mix)
14. JES & Solarstone – Like A Waterfall (Solarstone Pure Mix)

RESPECT MY REGION: RMR sits down with Grammy-nominated EDM vocalist JES!

June 24, 2014

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With the explosion of EDM and all of the fanfare it has brought along with it, it’s no surprise that producers and DJ’s are growing more and more famous by the minute. The stage show is definitely a main factor in all of this dance music buzz, but tell me the last time refreshing vocals DIDN’T give you goosebumps…

From cool collaborations with huge names like Tiësto, BT and Paul Oakenfold to performing at the 2008 Summer Olympics, those mood-soothing, chill-inducing vocals are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to trance vocalist Jes Brieden, aka JES. We got an amazing opportunity to sit down with her and learn a bit more about everything she’s done as well as what the future holds.

THE BEATMILL: THE QUEEN OF ROCKTRONICA: JES SPEAKS TO THEBEATMILL

June 21, 2014

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New York City’s Queen of Rocktronica, JES, has been a major contributor to the EDM movement throughout her flourishing career as a singer, songwriter, producer and DJ. Last year JES compiled an hour long mix for TheBeatMill Sessions that you can check out here.

What some may call a veteran in the scene, JES has come a long way in the past decade since her vocals on Motorcycle’s As The Rush Comes. In addition to lending her beautiful pipes to some of the biggest producers in the game (ATB, BT,Above&Beyond), this New York City gal has released four solo albums and launched a weekly mix show Unleash The Beat.

JES doesn’t plan on stopping there either. JES say’s there’s much more ahead for her in music as well as her favorite hobbies: cooking, yoga and photography.

TheBeatMill recently spoke to JES about her accomplishments, her recent track Runaway, being on MTV and much more. Check out our interview below.

TBM: It’s safe to say that Runaway was a great way to kick off 2014 for you. Were you able to work with Cold Blue and Dennis Sheperd in the studio for this track?

JES: Runaway was definitely an awesome way to start the year for me but I want mention that earlier in the year I had 3 songs included on ATB’s amazing new album “Contact” [Kontor Records] just before “Runaway” came out and I also had a Beatport Trance #2 with the Antillas & Dankann remix of my BT and Fractal collaboration “Letting Go” so yes it’s been an exciting year so far for me ☺.

Unfortunately because of our schedules and locations (I’m recording in Los Angeles and the guys are in Germany) we weren’t able to get together. The song came to life through email, phone and the latest collaboration helper WhatsApp! My approach to collaborating on songs remotely is to work musically as much as possible. Instead of trying to explain an idea I’ll just do it and send it over to the other artists involved so they can hear it. The guys were great to work with. We had a very good rhythm of communication, which is everything when working this way. They’re both amazing producers and very open-minded so I was really happy with how the song came out. I don’t think the distance between us compromised it at all.

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