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Interview with Eryk Orpheus Reported by spacekitten / Submitted 23-06-04 19:08 Although you may not (yet) know the name, Eryk Orpheus has a long association with the music industry both within and outside of the dance scene. He’s worked alongside Radiohead, Stereolab, Judge Dread, John Otway and Hawkwind as well as Andy Farley, BK, Captain Tinrib, Lab 4, K90 and Chris Liberator. Until recently Eryk was the song writing and production force of renowned live PA Orpheus 2, playing the top nights in London and around the UK including Atomic Energy, Sundissential, Antiworld, ROAR, Fevah, Tribal City, Sunny Side Up and Peach goes Hard to name but a few. He has now chosen to go solo as a performer and has started his own company, Intelli-Trance to concentrate on producing and re-mixing… I spoke to Eryk to find out more about Intelli-Trance, collaborations with Group 185 and Nu Energy and forthcoming releases…. You describe your music as “powerful uplifting intelli-trance”. What exactly is intelli-trance? Intelli-Trance was originally just a play on words, a few people had described my music as ‘intelligent’ because of the uplifting melodies and smoothness of the production. I was sat about chatting one evening and a guy that had heard a few tracks said ‘your music has a sort of intelligence’ to which I replied ‘ you mean Intelli-trance (chuckle)’ and the reply was simply ‘ well, yeah’ so the Intelli-Trance brand was born. I wish I could elaborate more but that’s really how it happened. Your musical career started with your involvement in a band and includes supporting and working as a sound engineer for outfits as diverse as Radiohead, Stereolab, Judge Dread, John Otway, the Lightning Seeds and Hawkwind. Since immersing yourself in the dance scene five years ago you’ve worked alongside artists such as Andy Farley, BK, Captain Tinrib, Lab4, K90 and Chris Liberator. With such a diverse background who do you consider to be your main influences? It’s hard to say really, I’ve been fortunate enough to have experienced so many different musical styles through working as an engineer. I try not to be influenced by anyone when I’m writing and I rarely listen to hard dance unless I’m having a mix or listening to a demo I’ve been sent. I suppose it was bands like Orbital and Leftfield that really got me hooked on electronic music, and Leftism would definitely be one of my desert island discs. What do you listen to to relax? I love chilling out to a bit of Groove Armada, Kruder and Dorfmeister and, of course, Leftfield. You’re earning massive respect in the industry as a producer, re-mixer, DJ and live PA. How do you juggle them all and does being involved in the industry at so many levels make for a more rounded ‘experience’? It’s bloody difficult sometimes, and certain aspects have to be put to one side every now and then to let another area develop further. At the moment I’m concentrating on the production side of things and am limiting the live PA this year to a few carefully chosen nights, one of which is Bedlam at the Fridge at their promotion called Back to the Future. I’ve got the first one of those on the 6th August, I’m really excited about that as I’ve heard excellent things about Bedlam and their promotions. Atomic Energy have also just given me a residency which I’m over the moon about and there are a lot of other promotions that are keen for me to play for them although I’m just not going to have enough time to play for them all this year. I think it’s good being involved in the industry at different levels and I’ve learnt a hell of a lot over the past 4 to 5 years, the key is to not spread yourself too thin, people sometimes take on too much and end up becoming unreliable because they don’t get round to doing what they said they would which always leaves someone feeling disappointed. You recently performed your first solo PA to a full house at ‘Group 185 Present’ at Cyberdog; were you pleased with your set? I can honestly say that it was the first time I’d gigged and was 100% happy with the set, there was a lot of new tunes in there which is always a huge risk for a live PA but the crowd seemed to be enjoying them so I was loving it. Are you finding it more challenging being a solo performer than being part of a two person PA? Not at all, I was responsible for the production on all the Orpheus 2 stuff and I wrote the majority of the music so the workload hasn’t increased in terms of song writing. Going solo has also opened up many other doors and has given me chance to work with some excellent talent so I wouldn’t say it’s more challenging I’d say it’s more gratifying. What do you enjoy about the live environment as opposed to DJing and do you find there are differences in how audiences relate to the two? Playing live definitely has the edge: when it’s a good show and you’re taking the crowd on a journey it’s the best feeling in the world; the adrenalin also pumps because there’s always a little voice in the back of your head going ‘please don’t break down’ to the kit that’s being subjected to harsh clubbing conditions (heat, sweat and sometimes blood and tears). It’s difficult to say how audiences relate to the two, I think most people know when you’re doing a PA but there’s still the odd few who come up to you after a show and say ‘ how are you doing that without decks?’ Where would you most like to be offered a guest spot - either as a live PA or a DJ set? That’s a tough one. There are a lot of really good promotions about at the minute so it’s really hard to say. I’m fascinated by the culture out in Japan so I’d love to play anywhere out there. Closer to home it would have to be at the Brixton Academy again or definitely at somewhere like the Glade festival or Glastonbury. Your production credentials include remixing the Group 185/Fordy track “Cained” and the Group 185/Type 1 DJs tune “Party Dirty”: Tell us a bit about your involvement. I’ve been doing quite a bit of work with the 185 boys and Cained was the first track of theirs that I engineered and remixed. Fordy was playing it out loads in Australia when he was out there and it was getting a brilliant response from the crowds. I don’t think the guys are planning on releasing it although a little bird tells me that they’re re-working it for their live set. Party Dirtier is set for release in Holland on DJ Fausto’s label and we’re just waiting to hear back from him on the release date. Fausto is doing the remix on that so it’ll be interesting to hear his twist on it. You’re planning a live album release this summer, is that correct? Yeah I should be releasing my live set later this summer which will be the first album release on my own Intelli-Trance label. There are a few preliminary promotional copies floating about in Cyberdog or people can order it from my website by dropping me a line. Once the release date has been set it will be available all over the U.K. and Europe, so keep your eyes on the Intelli-Trance website for further news. You’ve been in the studio with K-Complex working on one of your own tracks which is destined for released on one of the Nu Energy labels and also have plans to work with Mark Ashley from Nu Energy. Anything you can tell us about these collaborations? I’ve been working with K-Complex on Atom-E, a tune I wrote especially for Atomic Energy. It’s been great working with him, he’s an exceptionally talented producer and I’m over the moon with what we’ve done with it, he’s also been down to my studio to work on a brand new collaboration so keep your eyes peeled for that in the not too distant future. K-Complex and Mark are also coming down to the studio to work on the remix and I can’t wait, it’ll be freeform madness! What else is in the pipeline for this year? At the moment I’m in preparation for the first Intelli-Trance release, which will be Group 185’s tune Dr. Strange, I heard it for the first time at the party at Cyberdog and it blew me, and the rest of the crowd, away. The B-side will be an Intelli-Trance mix of the same tune and there will be a few promo copies of the single available at the next Atomic Energy party, Itai Doshin. The actual release should be available in mid August. I’ve also had a chat with Kevin Energy and we’re hoping to hook up to work on a couple of hard trance mixes of Atom-E for Kev’s Dynamix label so I’m really excited about that as well. Group 185 DJ JD has also been down to my studio and we’re putting the finishing touches to a tune called ‘Long Range Weapon’ and there’ll be a little teaser of that on the Intelli-Trance website in the next couple of weeks. With involvement in both the technical and creative side of the industry do you have a preference for one over the other or do you find that they balance each other out? I just love being involved in music, whether it’s writing my own material or engineering and producing for someone else. I often find that the more into the technology you go the easier it is to be creative so ideas are always coming thick and fast. You lecture in music technology for the University of Kent at Canterbury College. What musical philosophy do you like to instil in your students? I’ve been lecturing part time for about three years now, the teaching’s fantastic but the paperwork is a pain. The main philosophy I instil into my students is to ‘listen’ to as much different music as they can so they can learn from what they hear, enjoying it is also another vital aspect because if you don’t enjoy what you’re doing it makes it a thousand times more difficult to understand. Do you see a lot of creativity and innovation out there that gives you hope for the future of the scene? I believe that the scene does need a bit of a spring-clean; there’s a wealth of talent out there that just needs a chance to break through. I hear some amazing demos from people that just need a bit of direction and tweaking. I’m hoping that Intelli-Trance will be able to give those people a chance to bring their talent to a wider audience. You’re playing in the live room at the next Atomic Energy party, Itai Doshin, on 3 July: are you looking forward to playing for Atomic Energy again, and in a more central location? I love playing for Atomic Energy, it’s definitely one of the most exciting promotions around at the minute. The music and artists are always fantastic and I don’t know how Dean’s done it but the crowd are the friendliest and most up for it people I’ve ever met. I’m so excited about Itai Doshin at the Mass and with the added involvement of Group 185, The Nu Energy Collective, Freeformation and Dirty DJs the party is going to go off big time. I’d advise anyone going to take a spare pair of pants coz if they’re not sweaty from dancing then they’ll be wet with excitement … or both. Who else are you looking forward to seeing and hearing on the night? This is the dilemma, there’s so many fantastic acts playing I’m gonna have a nightmare deciding who to see. I think it’ll be a case of trying to catch a little bit of everyone but I’m really looking forward to seeing Proteus and CLSM as I’ve not seen their shows yet and have heard very good things about them. Eryk Orpheus will be playing in the Live Energy Lounge at Itai Doshin on Saturday 3 July at Mass in Brixton. More info (line-up, ticket outlets etc) www.atomicenergy.co.uk For £14 paying guest list please email: payingguestlist@atomicenergy.co.uk before 9pm on Friday 2 July. Eryk Orpheus’s website: www.intelli-trance.com. If you’d like to get hold of an Intelli-Trance CD or have demos you’d like to send in then send an email to info@intelli-trance.com You can listen to Eryk Orpheus's mixes on www.harddance.net Live PA mix Hard Trance mix Share this :: : : : Follow HarderFaster :: Other Features By spacekitten: Dirty vibes for filthy minds As Above, So Below: it all comes together at Atomic Energy’s 6th Birthday True to Type: an interview with that bangin' duo Type 1 DJs... More than hardcore: an interview with MC, producer & DJ Sharkey Welcome to the zoo: interview with the Zoology crew The views and opinions expressed in this review are strictly those of the author only for which HarderFaster will not be held responsible or liable. Comments: From: acid les on 24th Jun 2004 12:11.00 excellent interview. Ez deserves all the credit he gets. He is such a talented bloke and generally all round nice geezer. Such good projects in the pipeline, cant wait to see them come into fruition. From: mad rush on 24th Jun 2004 12:19.18 Wicked interview Eryk, makes things sound very exciting my friend Cany wait to see & hear you play @ Atomic Energy. Its all ganna be so From: Dean Atomic on 24th Jun 2004 14:08.00 Superb interview.......well done Spacekitten and well deserved Eryk EZ..........now for 'ITAI DOSHIN' to see just why Eryk Orpheus is massively up there and going from strength to strength!!! From: Evil Ez on 24th Jun 2004 20:35.51 Nice one guys! I can't wait to catch up with everyone on the 3rd and let my wig down, been working hard in the studio busting out some new tunes and have almost forgotten what the outside world looks like! I look forward to seeing you all there, and make sure you save me a hug! From: Tin Tin on 25th Jun 2004 13:43.59 I take my hat off to you sir, i didn't know how exstensive and impressive your credentials were! I'm really looking forward to the new PA and having a good natter on the 3rd! From: Chris Humphreys on 25th Jun 2004 18:10.23 All good>>>>will come say high on the third>>>>>> From: Jeffski B on 26th Jun 2004 11:03.03 Wicked interview guys - I can't wait to catch Eryk's set at Itai Doshin!! From: Evil Ez on 28th Jun 2004 14:15.49 I'm really looking forward to playing it mate, there's a load of new tunes in there and the old older ones have had a bit of tweaking! They'll be able to feel my bass at the fridge!!!! Tee Hee From: moonmantra on 28th Jun 2004 20:39.40 hugs all round for sure!!! big to both eryk n spacekitten ... brilliant interview!!! in a league of its own! From: k-complex on 28th Jun 2004 22:23.48 Nice 1!! catch u @ Atomic on Saturday! From: Evil Ez on 29th Jun 2004 06:28.46 Oi Mr Complex, who unshackled you from the studio? Get back in there or I'm telling Kev on you! From: Web Ferret on 29th Jun 2004 12:49.25 Nice one I see that Orpheus is also playing the Purple Turtle Camden 10th July.......should be great...... From: GROUP 185 on 29th Jun 2004 13:32.49 thats nothing to do with ERYK ORPHEUS of INTELLI-TRANCE live p.a. ..must be something totally unrelated mate ??? From: harddance.net on 30th Jun 2004 12:26.13 top stuff Ez, can't wait to cya at AE on Saturday From: Disco Diva on 6th Jul 2004 15:06.52 top interview, by a top fella. Keep up the excellent work ;0) From: Fordy on 16th Jul 2004 15:54.32 You ROCK Dude!!!! (& he's a LOVELY fella too!) Keep it real & keep it rockin!!!! From: Evil Ez on 19th Jul 2004 07:43.09 Aah, bless ya mate, see ya very soon!

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