We’re serving up some vibes on this edition of our AWOL Sun sound clash. Representing Russia and Chicago, we’re putting two of our talented acts under the microscope. Though one creates some emotive masterpieces and the other, his own ní®che in every aspect of house, we’re looking forward to some great sets on the shores of Cabo San Lucas when Arty and Lee Foss take to the stage October 10-13th — no matter how different those two sounds may be.

Arty

At the bright young age of 23, Arty has already been viewed as the future of dance music by both media and artists alike. Gaining a devoted following with his original productions, Arty has masterfully blended elements of house and trance to create a sound that can be well-received by all. His music often gets lumped into three genres: trance, progressive house, and electro house. Arty’s passion is in progressive house because it “makes people dance.”

Arty first came to our attention in 2009 when tracks like “Get On,” “Gentle Touch,” and “Logic Symphony” were early successes. The young Russian was almost immediately scooped up by Anjunabeats after those releases and it has been great partnership ever since. In 2011, tracks like “Zara,” “Kate” and “Around The World” were played by everyone from Above & Beyond and Tiësto to Swedish House Mafia and Chuckie. Arty’s remix of Ferry Corsten’s “Punk” was also one of the most popular dance tracks in that same year.

Loved for his ability to create emotive masterpieces throughout the course of his four-year career, we’re thrilled to have Arty join us for AWOL Sun 2013. There are only a limited number of rooms left, so book yours today to be a part of the fun in Cabo San Lucas on October 10-13th.

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Lee Foss

Lee Foss is one of the most exciting artists in today’s house music scene right now. Born in Chicago, Lee found his home in the clubs and raves of the late 90’s – a formidable experience that ignited his interest in disco and house music. In 2001, Lee met Jamie Jones in Ibiza, and that friendship would turn into their highly acclaimed imprint, Hot Creations, which is arguably one of the world’s most innovative house labels.

Whether it’s been his knowledgeable approach to DJing or his pioneering take on nu-school house and synth-laden techno, Lee is a globally recognized artist. His unique sound blossoms from a lifelong love of the early days of house, 90s hip hop, 80s electro and Detroit techno. That love is backed by a string of successful releases (on a variety of labels) like The Edge and Starfruit EPs. Tracks like “Equilibrium,” “U Got Me” have each h been awarded “Tune of the Month” in editions of Mixmag at various points. Recently joining house legend MK and vocalist Anabel Englund to form the outfit Pleasure State, the trio’s debut EP Electricity had Pete Tong announcing the title track as his “Essential New Tune” earlier this year.

Currently celebrating the brand new release of Hot Natured’s debut long player Different Sides Of The Sun, Lee Foss is quite a wanted man. Dividing his time between homes in Los Angeles and London, we’re excited he’s set to join us on vacation to Cabo San Lucas for AWOL Sun 2013 on October 10-13th. We have no doubt that we will truly see different sides of the sun when Lee Foss takes the decks. Space is running out, so book your room today!

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At the bright young age of 23, Arty‘s knowledge of creating music that connects thousands far exceeds his years. Often viewed as the future of dance music by both media and artists alike, Artem Stolyarov has garnered a devoted following with his original productions, cleverly blending house and trance.

Although Arty completed his studies with a degree in mathematical science, his parents encouraged him to put his efforts into music. The year he burst onto the scene, tracks like “Get On,” “Gentle Touch,” and “Logic Symphony” were early successes and the young Russian was rightfully scooped up by the revered imprint Anjunabeats. “I finished my first record Rush in summer 2009 and it didn’t get signed until early 2010. I couldn’t find a label for a long time — nobody liked it. But then Anjunabeats picked up on the track and it was the beginning of a great relationship.”

Great relationship is an understatement. In 2011, tracks like “Zara,” “Kate” and “Around The World” were played by everyone from Above & Beyond and Tiësto to Swedish House Mafia and Chuckie. Arty’s remix of Ferry Corsten’s “Punk” was easily one of the most popular dance tracks in that same year. Instantly flying up the Beatport trance chart right after its release, it stayed there for over a year. Beatport named it the Best Trance Track of 2011.

Since then, Arty’s success has risen to dizzying heights. This year has been no different. His single “Together We Are” with Chris James is quite possibly the best example of how Arty is able to make an “emotional connection across a field of thousands” (Billboard). His SiriusXM radio show of the same name delves further into his ability to emote to a wide audience. Featuring an eclectic catalogue of smashes and the rising acts Arty admires, the radio show is just another way for this artist to bring people together. With a knack to create endless masterpieces throughout the course of his four-year career, the future for Arty can only get brighter.

We’re thrilled to Arty join us for AWOL Sun 2013. Book your room today to be together in Cabo San Lucas on October 10-13th.

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