"To think 'Outside the Box' is to see things beyond the norm, to think beyond the limitations of consciousness and experience. To be a visionary".
Outside the Box Music was launched in 2006 and is the creative outlet of Dutchman Eelke Kleijn. Besides being a home base for his own productions, Outside the Box Music aims to release quality music from upcoming as well as established producers. In terms of music the label is as diverse as its name suggests, many releases not being easy to pigeonhole into a certain style but instead cross the conventional borders between them.
With releases and remixes by the likes of Dualtone (Johan Vermeulen / Jermain Hatusupy from Fine Taste & Infinitize), Kosmas Epsilon, Nick Hogendoorn, Roger Martinez, Sebastian Davidson and head-honcho Eelke Kleijn himself, the label has built up a pretty varied sound and identity. DJ Support has come from many different corners, including Hernan Cattaneo, Jimmy van M, Anthony Pappa, Fish Go Deep, Paul van Dyk and Nick Warren. Outside the Box Music is slowly but steadily becoming a well known name in quality house music.
www.outsidetheboxmusic.nl Last updated: January 2008
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Various Artists - OTB Sampler (featuring Maslow & MKN, Robin Onrust & Deepmind) [OTB019] (Dec 17th, 2008)
Release Date: Dec 17th, 2008
Styles » Progressive / Tech House
» User Rating: 4.08 / 5
» Promo Avg: 4.12 / 5
» Top Rank: Reached #7 on Nov 29th, 2008
» Score: 136.0
The first ever sampler on Outside the Box Music features 3 tracks by up and coming Dutch producers. First we have 'Titanium White' by Maslow and MKN; by far one of the best tracks we have heard this year. In all its simplicity, this track yet manages to create an impact with each additional layer. This one is an excellent set builder or closer to set the mood.
'Erato' is where the EP really takes off. Robin Onrust & Deepmind manage to capture a vibe we haven't heard in a while, slightly reminiscent of the 2002 progressive sound. Flanged effects and stabs draw you into the track, while melodic hits join in along the way for an epic builder that will definitely lift your set to another level.
Robin & Deepmind demonstrate they have a great talent for creating intelligent grooves as well. 'Only on the B Side' is easily as hypnotic as Erato, but more dancefloor friendly in terms of current day trends. We're positive this funky monster will appeal to a lot of people and DJs!
Early support from Hernan Cattaneo!
1. Maslow & MKN - Titanium White
2. Robin Onrust & Deepmind - Erato
3. Robin Onrust & Deepmind - Only on the B Side
"Erato is just our kind of retro, techy melodic funk - great release" - 4.5 / 5
Kris B (USA) (Armada, Baroque, GU, Nightshade Music, DI.fm)
"Erato and Only on the B Side are cool tracks, a nice rolling vibe to both!" - 3.0 / 5
Ben Coda (UK) (Overcast, Baroque, Toes in the Sand, Polytechnic Recordings)
"I must admit, the last two promos on OTB were VERY hard to top, but there are lots of interesting tracks here. This is the very definition of "outside the box" thinking. Erato is the best of the three, in my opinion. This has a very good groove, nice atmosphere, and layering of fx." - 4.0 / 5
Darin Epsilon (USA) (Perfecto, Lost Angeles, Monday Night Social @ Nacional, DI.fm, Proton, Curvve, Deep Records)
"really nice sampler out by outside the box!" - 4.0 / 5
"Outside The Box sampler including "Titanium White" by Maslow & MKN definitely fares well with both the deep tech and progressive listeners/djs. Not to be overlooked!" - 4.0 / 5
Vital (USA) (R-Type Records, Sight and Sound Media Productions, Minc Lounge, Lizard Lounge, Afterhoursdjs.org)
"Nice release. Erato has an old school proggy feel and Titanium White is nice and deep with huge but somehow subtle bass. Good tracks." - 3.5 / 5
DJ Marcus (USA) (DI.FM, XTC Radio London; frisky Radio; Progressions with DJ Marcus)
""Only on the B side" is wicked. Has a wicked sound. Titanium White is perfect for warm up.
" - 4.0 / 5
KyneticS (Manuel) (Italy) (DanceRadio.gr - Rosa Dei Venti Club - Monumento - Paips Café - Il Clan)
"WOW...loving that bassline in Titanium White, tohers are super tracks too....Nice one!" - 5.0 / 5
Sasha Le Monnier [ C.O.U. Muzik ] (UK) (Source Of Gravity/Ascension Records/Nightshade Music /Balkan Connection/Pangea Recordings/Bellarine)
"nice cool, chilled vibe on this but like it" - 3.5 / 5
Andy Newland (UK) (bedrock, ministry of sound, twisted audio, renaissance, baroque, bellarine)
"very like its tunes on the morning..." - 4.5 / 5
Streamteck (Ukraine) (Dance radio Kiss FM/Club Saxon(Kyiv)/ Relax recordings/)
"Very very very nice release. Love the "Only On The B Side" . Groovy, dark. " - 5.0 / 5
Xaric (France) (Sense FM / Pure Fm / Jenny Fm / Stripped Rec / Atlant Digital)
"Only on the B-Side could be it's own A-side on it's own, very nice tech, with nice melodic bits. Titanium White is absolutely excellent warm up stuff, be especially good for radio. " - 3.5 / 5
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2009 promises to be another great year with iPhone (Tap Tap Revenge) and NOKIA licenses already locked in, and more highly regarded talent to be added to the roster including Dr. Kucho, Gaby Dershin, & Medway among others. Not to mention Dr. Kucho's remix of 'El Mariachi' garnered a Top 14 spot on Beatport's Top 100, & has already been licensed to several global compilations.
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