Alex Dimitriades
With a vast knowledge drawing on four decades of experience across the farthest reaches of the Black Music spectrum, this notorious OG vinyl specialist commands a seemingly endless arsenal of rare vintage wax monsters. But more than just a revered figure in heavyweight collector circles across the globe, he’s one of the most underrated programmers on the scene today. Musical versatility and a rich understanding of the culture inform a natural ability to captivate souls and move bodies, surprising constantly with virtuous selections. Soul, Funk, Disco, Jazz, Rock Breaks, Gospel, Boogie, Proto / House / Techno and all points in between, the influences run deep. His obsessive dedication to preserving the essence of the original art form remains unmoved. Genres and mediums aside though, the formula is simple: in the words of George Clinton “Free your mind and your ass will follow”