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(contd.) experienced. Next would be DJ Marky. He is a
showman with mad skills and brings a varied track list,
but with that energetic Brazilian vibe. I would also like
to have Jenna G. Not for DJing, but for her live vocal
performance with say, Calibre. Calibre has to be one of
the best producers out there with consistent vibes that
never let you down.
Let’s move on to Korea. How has
the scene evolved in Korea since
DMZ started? What do you think are
the most important factors that
caused this?
HELIX SQUARED: Over the last year, I have seen the
scene actually diminish, because there are so many
little bass parties going on.
Years ago when Club Cargo was the only DnB venue
in town, it was packed for every show. Now there are
various shows every other week, if not more, so the
crowds are split up and are actually breaking the scene.
You’ve been throwing events for
quite some time now. Especially for
bass music, a quality sound system
is a huge priority. What are some of
the other important things to
consider when choosing a venue?
HELIX SQUARED: When choosing a venue, you need
to be honest with yourself about how many people will
actually come. If you try to book a huge venue and
don't have a huge following for your line-up, you’re
gonna feel heartbroken when it looks empty and the
owner gives you a crooked stink eye. I really like
smaller, more intimate venues where people have to get
a little close. This helps build the energy and
excitement. Also, the location of the venue can have a
huge impact on the turnout for a crowd. If it is out of
the way and lacking public transportation or parking,
you're gonna have the crowd dwindling down by 1am.
DMZ has featured some really
talented MCs over the course of
these events (including MC Lucid
who performed his final show with
the crew last month). What role
does the MC play in the DnB scene,
and what separates a good MC
from the rest.
HELIX SQUARED: MC's can be either make or break
a vibe. A good MC rolls with the music giving it room
to breathe and accentuates the music rather than try to
just hear their voice over the music. A talented MC
gets the crowd involved and knows how to hype them
up!
Now that you’ve learned more about DnB and DMZ, be sure to
take the opportunity and check the event out in the coming months!
Pictured above, MC Lucid, was a regular MC for the DMZ events. He played his last show in
March and left Korea on a high note to take over other countries with his talent. Helix Squared
mentioned in the past, “Ed and I both knew right from the beginning which MC we wanted to be
our host. MC Lucid is without a doubt one of the best in Korea. He does show up and get the
crowd involved!”
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