(JEEP MIX): Chez Damier

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(JEEP MIX) is extremely excited to bring to Toronto the biggest facilitator of energies in the world of dance music... CHEZ DAMIER

Already a legendary figure in electronic music, Chez Damier has played close witness to many of the pivotal moments in the history of house and techno. Jointly responsible with studio partner Ron Trent for both Prescription Records - widely recognised as one of the greatest house labels of all time - and The Morning Factory - one of the most ethereal jams ever to rock a room - Chez Damier carries abound the soul of house music.

KMS, The Music Institute, The Bellville three: the Chicago DJ has played pivotal roles in the development of all three hallowed pieces of musical history. However his natural artistry and constant need to out do even himself has led to him passing off such seminal tunes as Can You Feel It as just a stage in his artistic development. It is this development that he also sees in running a label, allowing other talents and close kindred spirits the beneft of the platform he has built.

For as an artist Chez Damier represents a unique blend; he is as impetuous and daring as now as in 1989 and being able to qualify this with his own unique heritage makes his releases and DJ performances doubly formidable. Today his sets are entirely unique, not just because of the experience and knowledge he can call upon. Sitting on a mountain of his own edits, nothing he plays is untouched by his hand. Whether is be a stomping disco loop or a jacking Chi-town monster, his own electronic wisdom embedded in each track.

When The Music Institute opened in Detroit in the late '80s it provided the home for a developing music scene. It proved just as important for the development of techno in the cityas The Warehouse and The Music Box had been for house music in Chicago and the hedonistic experiences in that club have gone onto shape much that has happened to Chez Damier's ever since. He is indeed able to bring those experiences to bear on the hottest clubs of today from Berlin to New York, London to Tokyo.

After a few years managing the KMS studio and label for Kevin Saunderson, he returned to his hometown of Chicago and, alongside Ron Trent, created the musical legacy that has guaranteed his legend. Immortal cuts like "Sometimes I Feel Like," "The Choice" and "Be My" remain unparalleled examples of the genre and are now seeing finding a new wave of fans after being reignited around the turn of the last decade. After taking an extended break from the music industry either side of the turn of the millennium, the house music impulse returned to Damier. A handful of releases in 2004 and the odd DJ date hinted that a return was on the cards.

In 2009, the last year of the decade Damier found a trusted outlet for his talents. A series of releases for the German label Mojuba signalled that he was on his way back to show the young pretenders the way. Taking up the torch of Prescription, Damier launched Balance Alliance as a home for some of the most forward thinking and talented producers he deems ftto join him on the imprint. Studio partnerships with Parisian Ben Vedren has reignited the production fame and under several alias, he shows signs of putting the past firmly in the past by bettering his classic work. Indeed productions on French label Popcorn are already becoming anthems at clubs like Rex – Paris and the notorious Balearic den of DC10.

With momentum building firmly behind him, Chez Damier will continue to push the boundaries for both himself and those he gathers near to him.

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AUSTIN a’ba-cus BASCOM :soul sonic provider Through recognition and credibility, Austin Bascom, has carved a niche for himself as a Producer and DJ within the global dance community. Born and raised a Londoner, Bascom has performed as a DJ at numerous clubs, lounges, radio broadcasts and music conferences within his adopted homeland of Toronto, Canada and across the five continents. Doing what he does best, the triple-A-Producer/DJ thrives on expanding his musical horizons and establishing a presence within the global music community.

Under the pseudonym a’ba-cus, he has recorded for various record labels throughout North America and Europe. Furthermore, under the production title a:xus, he has recorded a full length long-player entitled, “A:xus Soundtrack for Life” (Guidance Recordings Chicago). His extraordinary ability as a creator and innovator in his field has led to remix work and production credits for artists as diverse as Badmarsh + Sri, Chaser, Esthero, Ivanna Santilli, Naomi N’sombi Nick Holder,Layah Jane and Graoh Nobel... to name but a few.

His latest endeavour is Re:think, a record label/multimedia entity showcasing and focusing on future works by Bascom and friends within the T-dot, and the globe.

HAF S (JEEP MIX) AKA HXF is a Toronto-based artist, DJ, producer, and cultural connector with over 25 years in the dance music scene. Synth-driven, burger-powered, and 99% Halal, HAF is a vibe cultivator supreme — blending syncopated rhythms, lush textures, and deep grooves into sets that move with intention. His sound is organic and emotional, balancing high energy with introspection, always reading the room and riding the moment.

Rooted in the foundations of house, techno, and everything in between, HAF’s work is all about bridging gaps — between genres, communities, generations, and dance floors. Collaboration is at the heart of everything he does. Whether it's linking with DJs and dancers, connecting producers and promoters, or building trust with venues, he brings people together to create something that lasts.

His creative world expands through (JEEP MIX)— a multifaceted platform that started as a long-running monthly radio show and evolved into a banner for events, DJ sets, production credits, and soon, a record label. (JEEP MIX) is more than a name — it’s a style, a design, a way of moving through the city. It represents the same values that drive HAF: community, quality, and pushing Toronto’s underground forward.

As a producer, HAF has released a range of original music and beat tapes — including an EP included on RE:THINK’S ANALOGUE STORIES series— gaining international attention while staying true to the sound and spirit of his hometown. His events are known for their focus and feel, built to uplift local talent and give real heads a space to connect.

Whether behind the decks, curating lineups, or holding down the airwaves, HAF is committed to documenting, building, and celebrating the sound of Toronto — from the basement to the booth, from the past to the future.