GS9: MAD MATS (LOCAL TALK RECORDS SWEDEN) PODCAST + INTERVIEW

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Groovement Soul Podcast episode NO.9 is a mix of strictly Local Talk material. We would like to thank Mad Mats for this exclusive compilation of past, future and promo releases from our favorite new house label.Behind the Local Talk label are renowned DJ and club promoter Mad Mats (Raw Fusion / GAMM) and Tooli (24:HRS) who’s well known in the Stockholm nightlife for his highly acclaimed 24:HRS party and blog. The two of them joined forces and Local Talk is the first step in creating a new platform for their deep love of house music. A tracklist with links to buy tracks is available below the interview.INTERVIEW WITH LOCAL TALK LABEL FOUNDERS MAD MATS + TOOLIQuestions by Colin LeopoldQ. Your new label Local Talk has an unmistakable classic sound to it, how do you draw on retro influences while still sounding fresh and new?A. Both of us have been listening, playing, loving all types of music for many years so perhaps that something that's reflected in the musical output, but otherwise we don't think so much about that, we release tracks we like, simple as that.Q. With Basic Fingers also on the go and plans for more labels, what's the most fun part of running a label - and what part do you enjoy the least?A. The most fun is when you hear your releases played in a club and to see the crowd reaction. The worst is all the paperwork.Q. Does having a number of labels make it easier to promote music or harder - is there any friendly rivalry between the labels?A. No, the labels are separate from each other, it's definitely not a rivalry, just a little bit more work to take care of. We love them both as they where our little children. Q. I'm 14 years old living in New York and I've just found a load of classic house mp3s online, explain to me why vinyl is still relevant?A. Well, we think its simply a matter of taste. Some people like the vinyl feel and some don't. But as long peeps still have a need for label artwork, vinyl touch and an urge to buy their music in physical shops its always gonna be relevant.Q. What makes Sweden unique to live in? Is there a 'Swedish house sound' - can you describe it?A. Good coffee? To be honest I don’t know if there’s a specific house sound, people used to talk about the Swedish techno sound (loop-based & compressed beats with some percussive elements) but with house, at least where we come from I’d say it’s more influenced from other countries and cities. There’s been a few labels in Sweden that perhaps stod out but nowadays it’s a mix of lot’s of different thing. Local Talk for instance is just our reflection of house, and it can be from anywhere, sounding like it’s done years ago or today. Q. With so much new music out there all around the world, how do you source new artists for your labels? A. Well, as we know alot of people and get sent demos on a regular basis we have pretty good selection out there. But many times the best way to get together a hot release is actually to ask a producer to make a release for us and then give them some pointers of what we're after.Q. How do you quality control your releases - has there ever been a disagreement among you all over a tune or release? How did you resolve it?A. We listen to the tracks together and talk about what we like and don’t like, and I’d say in 99% we agree with each other, we both share the same vision of what the music released on Local Talk should sound like. Q. What's the most fun gig you played out in 2011 and why (Question for both of you)?A. In April we did this illegal warehouseparty in Stockholm called Raw Devotion (Raw Fusion vs Club Devotion) which was off the hook. This music was totally freestyle and we played absolutely anything we wanted...crazy! (Mad Mats)A. One I do remember was back in February I played with Brennan Green and it took less than 60 seconds from the club opened to have a dancefloor. I put on the first record, turned around to check something in the record bag and when I looked back we had lot’s of people dancing and cheering. I could not belive it…and they stayed there the whole night. (Tooli)Q. Have you played in Dublin before and, if so, what was your impression of the scene?A. Yes, 4-5 times (Mad Mats) and from what I can remember you guys got a really up for it crowd...always had a great time! Last time was with Mark Murphy (Choice Cuts?) and it was more of a funk, disco, hip hop party (Mad Mats).A. Nope, but I hope it won’t take long before I get the opportunity ;) (Tooli) Q. If you could travel back in time to any period (regardless of music), when would it be and why?A. I don't wanna go back...I wanna go forward ;) (Mad Mats) A. Not sure, I’m very happy where I am at the moment and would not like to change it. Cliché answer…(Tooli)Q. What would be your death row meal?A. A really bloody steak (Mad Mats).A. Ice-Cream, love it and can’t live without it (Tooli). Q. Apart from music, what are the three essential ingredients for a good party?A. A Basement, A Red Light & A Feelin'TRACKLIST (with links to buy)1. Circulation - The Return, Original Mix2. Circulation - The Return, Prommer & Barck Remix4. Actual Proof - The Grit, Original Disco Mix5. Deymare - Keep In Movin'6. Shane Linehan - Do You Remember Who You Are7. Wil Maddams - Cut & Cap8. Dirtytwo - Moody, Original Mix9. Fulbert - I Like It10. Chesus x Organ Grinder - The Experience (working title)11. Wil Maddams - Handle The Change12. Tanzlife - Heart Attack13. Kyodai - Breaking (working title)14. Andreas Saag - Wilderness15. Enzo - Untitled16. Bassfort - Moon Shadow More Local Talk:FacebookSoundcloudResident Advisor