In the latest edition in our series of interviews with Perth artists, we spend a minute with Ylem and ask him what’s happening…
Describe your music in five words or less.
Musical adventures into Planet Bass
What’s going on right now in the world of Ylem?
Lots! I am currently writing tracks for two EPs to be released on UK labels Gamma Audio and AltoSync, focusing on the deep/techy side of dubstep. I am also working on tunes for another LP, to be released by the end of the year via The Community.
I am mixing down Diger Rokwell’s new release, Sri Diger and mastering Delirious’ album, who is a new edition to the roster of The Community artists.
I also have plans to put out some more releases on my digi-label, WattHz Records. So there’s plenty to keep me busy, which is how I like it.
What are the worst and best gigs you’ve ever played and why?
Worst: Probably some of the first few I played with The Community when I was just starting to play out some of my own tunes.
Best: Hmm, well not because of my personal performance, but I used to play in a band in 2006 and we scored a slot at the Big Day Out. That was pretty cool.
Tell us something about your music that we might not know.
In an advertisement commissioned by the City of Perth, a dubstep track of mine was used in a campaign against binge drinking. It was played on the Northbridge Piazza screen throughout last summer.
You’re putting together your perfect local gig? Who would you get to play, why and where? Feel free to include acts/DJs/bands/venues that no longer exist.
The Community & Friends Festival featuring the plethora of local producers playing their own beats in a remote hills location. For me, the best gigs come down to the vibe; good people and good music.
