A similar approach that he takes with his “Re-Shapes” (remixes) of other artists (his remix of Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs one of the standouts of Miami Music Week 2022). Lazarus plays with nuances of texture, tempo and style to create a rich and deep album that takes us on an odyssey that is at times both dark and uplifting. ‘Flourish’ is far from a box of functional DJ tools, in the same way as Damian’s debut album ‘Smoke The Monster Out’ or the more worldly outings in his brace of albums with the Ancient Moons collective (featuring Moses Sumney and a plethora of other performers and vocalists). 2020’s solo album ‘Flourish’ (Crosstown Rebels / Higher Ground) reflects his immersion in a multitude of scenes over the years, from his early days in London’s drum n bass movement, to his role as a figurehead in the electroclash scene, and of course the significant impact his Crosstown Rebels label has had on contemporary underground house and techno. A major milestone that will be marked by a book, short film, a compilation, and, of course, a world tour of the clubs, cities and places that have inspired and shaped the label.Īs anyone who has watched Lazarus DJ or listened to his Lazpod shows can attest, his inspirations are deep and varied, criss crossing show tunes, drum n bass, jazz, electro, soul, house, techno and everything in-between. In 2023, Crosstown Rebels celebrates 20 years young. It is this commitment to the outer edges of the dancefloor that has welcomed a constant resurgence of his sound and of his global support. His A&R skills are second-to- none and his dedication to seeking out unique talents is unsurpassed. Crosstown has been responsible for launching the careers of some of our scene’s best known names Jamie Jones, Maceo Plex, Art Department, to name a few. This is now intertwined with a mission to make his life, his labels and his parties as environmentally responsible and conscious as possible.ĭamian’s visionary abilities are no more apparent than in the curation of music and his discovery of artists via his seminal labels, Crosstown Rebels and Rebellion. Add to that the seminal Get Lost and Rebel Rave events, two more scene defining parties that epitomise his approach to hosting unique shows. Just a quick glance at his spellbinding Day Zero festival will tell you what Damian’s ethos is when it comes to creating special moments. He is an expert in performing his magic in extraordinary outdoor locations jungles, beaches, deserts, mountains and amongst archeological ruins. Besides playing at the world’s best clubbing institutions, Damian also specialises in performing beyond the confines of the walls of a club. Moments that demand a soundtrack that not only fits the mood, but elevates the atmosphere and takes the audience to a whole other level of experience. A true storyteller, Damian often holds court at those special times of the day when only his kind of DJ sets are required. Crosstown Rebels, Day Zero, Get Lost, Wild Is Love, his own DJ and production career, the discovery of a wealth of influential talents… all of these achievements, and more, make Damian Lazarus (or ‘The Wizard’ as he’s known to many) not only one of the most respected exponents of the contemporary house and techno scene, but also one of its key tastemakers and pathfinders.Īs a DJ, his mastery is unsurpassed.
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