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Monster Block Party Artist Profile: Waka Flocka

artist waka flockaMonster Block Party artist Waka Flocka Flame knows the music industry like no other rapper. With over five years in the rap game, Waka is no stranger to the top of Billboard’s US Rap chart with his widely popular studio albums.

Born Juaquin Malphurs in Jamaica, Queens, Waka grew up outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Given the name Waka by his cousin, he came into fame with his first mixtape, Salute Me or Shoot Me, Vol. 1, which featured his breakthrough single “O Let’s Do It.” The single hit #7 on the Billboard’s US Rap chart and #62 on Billboard’s Hot 100. After this milestone, the release of his lead single “Hard In Da Paint” produced by the legendary Lex Luger, pushed his debut album Flockaveli to #6 on the Billboard 200. The sound of this track exposed a mind-blowing combination of synth brass leads and machine gun drum samples.

Waka released his sophomore album Triple F Life: Friends, Fans, & Family with artists like Trey Songz, Nicki Minaj, B.o.B., Flo Rida and Drake who was featured on the popular track “Round Of Applause.” Currently, Waka Flocka is readying for his third album, Flockaveli II. With Atlantic Records as his new label, Waka is making some new changes in his career. “I’m highly educated now music industry wise. I’m not just somebody jumping into a field I don’t know. I actually learned it through a couple of methods, put my blueprint out on display and it worked not just for me and the company I was working with, but numerous people’s careers. Basically I know my shit now–I know what I need to win.” The album, due out in 2014, will feature dance music heavy weights Skrillex, Diplo, and the trap twosome, Flosstradamus. Showing the dance music world what it takes to “win,” Waka Flocka recently joined forces with Borgore and Paige to release their new single “Wild Out.”

We’re excited to see Waka’s latest evolution of rap and dance music. “I’m not bullsh*ttin’ with this album. I’m going hard.” Get ready for the coming of Waka Flocka Flame when he hits the stage in Nashville at Monster Block Party on Saturday, October 26th. Grab your tickets today!

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  • Thursday, October 17, 2013

Something Wicked Artist Profile: Sean Tyas

artist sean tyasA New York native now residing in Switzerland, Something Wicked artist Sean Tyas first burst on the scene in 2006 when Sander van Doorn selected him as the winner of the “Punk’d’ Remix Competition.” The Discover label later went on to sign up his early releases like “Lift” which grabbed the attention of many in the trance community.

As part of a new age of trance DJs, Sean has stood out among the rest by creating a recognizable trance style and sound. “Back in the late 90s, I started listening to sets from early Paul van Dyk, Tiësto, Ferry Corsten and Paul Oakenfold. I was previously into hardcore, gabber, jungle and drum and bass, so this was a huge change for me and a beautiful sound compared to the others. My all time biggest inspiration was Paul van Dyk. He began this specific type of trance and I don’t think anyone can deny that.”

With a pin point on his signature sound, Sean Tyas began to emerge as one of the most talented and in demand producers in the industry today, working with the likes of Armin van Buuren on “Intricacy” and requested remixer for “Suburban Train” for Tiësto, “Oceanic” for Above & Beyond and “Waiting’ for Dash Berlin.

Sean’s meteoric rise has been is reflected in various accolades such as being awarded “Best New Face” at the Trance Awards, “Best New DJs” slot on Mixmag’s list and also appearing on Beatport’s “One To Watch.”

Sean’s in demand sounds are backed by a genuine love for the music and a clear passion for his fans. Having toured the world performing at the most prestigious dance music festivals with his mixing style and a recognizable trance sound, we can’t to hear Sean’s intensely serene sounds when he takes the stage on Saturday, October 26th for Houston’s Something Wicked 2013. Buy your tickets today!

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  • Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Get Caught doing Something Wicked for Your Chance to Win Prizes

We’ve only got 10 days until Something Wicked haunts the Sam Houston Race Park on All Hallows Eve. There is much in store for your devilish side, so come and join us – if you dare. Buy your tickets now!

For the days leading up to Houston’s premier Halloween event, we want to give some of you ghouls some treats, never tricks. Get Caught doing something wicked for the chance to elevate your experience on Saturday, October 26th. Winners of the contest can either upgrade their tickets to VIP or receive the Something Wicked Prize Pack, complete with our commemorative poster and t-shirt. You wanna Get Caught? Here’s how:

How To Enter:

  • Upload the “I’m Going to Something Wicked” graphic as your default photo on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
  • Post a status, tweet or photograph about Something Wicked, making sure to and tag Something Wicked’s respective accounts (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram)
  • Every day, one winner who posted that day will be chosen to win their choice of a VIP Upgrade to the festival or the Something Wicked Prize Pack.
  • Get Caught Doing Something Wicked will run up to the day of festival.
  • Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Presenting the Something Wicked Artist Schedule for the Trance Stage and Final Name Vote

With less than two weeks remaining before we head out to the Sam Houston Race Park on Saturday, October 26th, Something Wicked will be here before you know it. As the fateful day draws closer, we’ve started releasing artist schedules by stage – do you know when your favorite bass acts are playing?

The trance stage will be hosting some of the pioneers and breakout successes of the genre. With artists from all over the world scheduled to perform like ATB, Cosmic Gate and Shogun, get ready for an intensively euphoric experience at the Halloween event. To get a taste of what you might hear at the trance stage, check out our Beatport chart for 10 tracks from our talented lineup.

Tickets are still available, buy your tickets today!

Trance Stage Schedule

  • 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM ATB
  • 09:30 PM – 10:30 PM Cosmic Gate
  • 08:30 PM – 09:30 PM Aly & Fila
  • 07:30 PM – 08:30 PM Sean Tyas
  • 06:30 PM – 07:30 PM Shogun
  • 05:30 PM – 06:30 PM Simon Patterson
  • 04:30 PM – 05:30 PM Arnej
  • 03:30 PM – 04:30 PM Liquid Todd
  • 02:45 PM – 03:30 PM Wes Walz
  • 02:00 PM – 02:45 PM Andrew Parsons

Vote for Your Favorite Stage Name!

A couple months ago, we gave you Wicked fans the chance to name Something Wicked’s trance stage. Here are the top 5 choices waiting on your votes. The name with the most votes wins!

  • Spirit Realm
  • Dreamer’s Domain
  • Mystic Meadows
  • Moonlight Labyrinth
  • Aurora Dreams

Entry Form

  • Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Something Wicked Artist Profile: Cookie Monsta

artist cookie monstaSomething Wicked artist Cookie Monsta represents the loud and grime side of bass music. Born and raised in Nottingham, the sound that comes from this producer and DJ has been described as a “demonic bass-saw that easily lacerates the ear drums.”

From a very early age, Tony Cook was always interested in music and video games. As a child, he spent hours on his brother’s Playstation creating sounds and making loops on Music 2000. Seeding his studies of music technology, Tony transitioned easily into music production, “I started to produce at college around October 2007 and it’s just evolved from there really. DJing then was in demand after people wanted me playing my songs at their clubs and now have been all over the world and I’m now hoping someone will put a rave on the moon!”

His barbaric basslines and grimy style quickly started to generate mass appeal and soon he received support from Flux Pavilion. Intrigued by Tony’s ability to create unique and mystifying noises, Flux invited him to join Circus Records. Not long after, Cookie Monsta was born, releasing his first single “Ginger Pubes/Blurgh!” and breaking into the world of bass.

His recent single “Come Find Me” featuring Flux Pavilion, is already clocking in over 200,000 plays on Soundcloud. An intense journey layerd with pristine vocals and unpredictable breaks, this track encapsulates Cookie Monsta’s unique sound. Tony’s love of music is deeply rooted, “If you’re passionate about making music and you know you want to make music then knuckle down and stay on it. If people doubt you carry on, no matter how bad things get. Music isn’t my hobby, it’s my life.” We couldn’t agree more. Come find Cookie Monsta on Saturday, October 26th at Something Wicked. Buy your tickets today.

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  • Tuesday, October 15, 2013
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