#ims 2014

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IMS 2014: Spain-The Underground Movement

WHO: Juan Arnau Lasierra (Enter Group / Monegros) Juan Arnau Duran (Enter Group / Monegros) Enric Palau (Sonar) Paco Osuna (Artist) Uner (Artist). Hosted by Grego O'Halloran (Ibiza Spotlight)

WHAT: The first all-Spanish panel at IMS debated the state of the underground scene in Spain. We hear the story of the Enter Group from Spain (not related to Richie Hawtin’s ENTER.) and their century-long journey to become the international events empire that it is today. They discuss the significance of the Florida Club founded in 1942, the humble beginnings of Sonar and the how the revolutionary Elrow concept all went wrong.

HIGHLIGHTS: Juan Arnau Duran shares the incredible history of five generations of the Arnau family business, why Jeff Mills likes to travel by Renault 11 and what their grandfather thought of Fabio and Grooverider’s sets. We hear why Uner would sometimes rather his club be half-full, what made Paco orgasm and Enric Palaua tells us what he really thinks about the ‘Off Sonar’ phenomenon.

CHOICE QUOTES:

“It’s not just a party, it’s my family” - Paco Osuna

“It’s time to present a new show” - Enric Palau

“Ibiza is not easy” - Uner

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Native Instruments Founders – IMS 2014 – Keynote Interview

WHO: Founders of Native Instruments - Daniel Haver And Mate Gallic. Interviewed by Heiko Hoffmann (Groove Magazine, Editor-in-Chief)

WHAT: IMS were proud to feature two of the most influential innovators in electronic music today - to tell their story to the IMS delegation. Instrumental in changing the production and live elements of DJ-ing and performance, co-owners Matt and Daniel touched on their beginnings, game-changing products and insight into what they are working on for the future.

HIGHLIGHTS: Talk of a synthesizer they are working on releasing soon and what NI has planned for the near future.

CHOICE QUOTES:

Daniel Haver: “We want to be where our customers are, we want to create product that suits the user case.”

Mate Gallic: “We never wanted NI to be for a specific genre, we want to help create music genres.”

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"Pretty Lights (Live) - Live At IMS 2014, Dalt Vila (Ibiza) - 22-May-2014" by Tomorrowland 2014 Live

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IMS IBIZA 2014: Miles Leonard (Parlophone / Warner Bros)

WHAT: Leonard has shown huge versatility across all genres and has signed or played a key role in the careers of artists such as Coldplay, Lily Allen, Gorillaz, Kylie Minogue, Swedish House Mafia, Chemical Brothers, Tinie Tempah, Emeli Sande, David Guetta, Eric Prydz and Deadmau5. He is UK major label executive of the highest level. And an Ibiza regular and lover.

HIGHLIGHTS: Leonard explained his route into the industry as an A&R scout and how the business models of major labels had to diversify after the fall in digital sales. This Keynote includes his take on the power of radio stations, and his judgement on the great streaming debate.

CHOICE QUOTES:

On aspiring A&R men: “Some artists can bomb but you can’t give up.”

“There is always that moment - where the commercial aspect has to crash and it drives people back underground to become more innovative and creative to go and make new music.”

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IMS IBIZA 2014: George Clinton (Funkadelic / The Parliaments)

Check out our interview here: http://tmblr.co/ZIt1Ew1HmXkE2

WHAT: Before it was Disco and House...it was Funk. This is a rare interview with the man who was synonymous with the genre and became known as one of the foremost innovators of Funk Music.

HIGHLIGHTS: There is much to be said about George Clinton and his influence on electronic music and this interview tells his story. We hear about how he began his career, the flamboyant style that he integrated into his music, the amazing collaborations along the way and a few special, untold stories that the IMS delegation had the privilege of hearing. This is a delightful interview that had everyone in the room on the edge of their seats. ”Who wants the funk?“

CHOICE QUOTE:

“If it makes you shake your booty, it got funk innit.”

“If it’s a hit, find out what made it a hit, there is something about it people liked.”

“Id funk her up” When asked about if he would work with Miley Cyrus

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IMS IBIZA 2014: Paul McGuiness (Principal Management / Manager U2)

WHAT: Why was U2’s manager speaking at an electronic music summit? A simple answer. IMS is designed to house inspiring speakers to inspire delegates to think differently and learn from leading lights such as Paul McGuinness. Thanks to Richie Hawtin for the introduction and connection.

HIGHLIGHTS: How Paul became U2's manager when the band were aged 17; the ins and outs of their various record deals over the years to re-acquiring publishing rights. The pro's and con's of the streaming business and what Paul's take is on the online digital world after being one of the first bands to do a deal with i-tunes. The inclusion of Paul Oakenfold for U2 stadium tours and being the first band to have a support DJ, dealing with promoters, ticket prices and the production elements of the stadium tours.

CHOICE QUOTE:

“People have to get paid. It can’t be an amateur sport. There are a lot of vested interests (Google) who could do a lot more. They are the biggest theft enabler. YouTube is different - it’s the future. But Google give you multiple opportunities to steal. We don’t take their promises to take things down seriously. It’s not”

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IMS IBIZA 2014: Blaise Bellville (Boiler Room)

WHAT: A tell all interview about the phenomenal success of Boiler Room TV and its important role within the electronic music genre today.

HIGHLIGHTS: Blaise explained how it all started and where the concept was conceived. The thought process behind the music and how Boiler Room serves as platform for a world of music that wouldn’t normally get the exposure. Explanation about the artists they work with and the ethos behind why these artists get to perform on Boiler Room.

CHOICE QUOTES:

“We started to see ourselves as a keyhole into a remote music scene, allowing people from around the world to experience the music.”

“Our thing is actually serving a really under served market.”