Tribeadelic Records will be in Sydney this weekend for the launch of their latest installment Illusion of Self (I.O.S). Ozzy, the mastermind behind Tribeadelic along with I.O.S himself, is headlining the launch party at the Dendy on May 17. D-psyfa spoke to James Stevens of Illusion of Self about his debut album.
What is your musical background? Have you studied music before?
I studied guitar for about 15 years with numerous teachers
How did you become interested in electronic music, and when did you start producing psytrance?
About the time the Prodigy came out. I was never very interested in mainstream, then about 5 years ago a good friend introduced me to psy. For me that was the evolutionary step.
What influences if any have helped you to develop your unique style?
I work hard on not being overly influenced by other artists (although it is hard), but early influences were Pink Floyd. They gave me the idea of what trance was meant to be, but my favourites would be GMS, Infected Mushroom, Logic Bomb and Dark Soho (they’re all good).
What is it about Psytrance that appeals to you most?
Finding a trance state of mind (without intoxication). The quality of sound, and the complexity of the music.
Who is your favourite act at the moment and why?
To me (and this is my opinion although many people are different), it would be GMS for sure. Despite what some people might say, I think they have the right energy and their music will make you get into it whether you want to dance or not.
You will be showcasing your debut album at the Sydney launch on May 17, how would you best describe your musical style?
A style of no style, I use elements that I personally like. It’s my interpretation of electronic beats. Some people would say it falls under the category of psy. As far as I am concerned psy has no limitations and everyone’s interpretation is different.
D-psyfa also had the chance to catch up with Ozzy from Tribeadelic Records:
Tribeadelic looks like it is having a positive effect on the Australian psytrance scene. What plans do you have for the future?
We have quite a busy year planned, with the I.O.S release and a Japanese tour this month,
We are also hosting Absolum in June. Also focusing on the next few releases featuring Australian home-grown talent as well as signing tracks from Brazil, Switzerland, Israel and Japan. Full albums have been planned by Mr Peculiar, Liquid & Legohead.
Are there any new acts you would recommend psytrance fans to listen out for over the next year?
There are too many to mention, but the Australians shaking up the scene are Illusion Of Self (I.O.S), Fractal Glider, Mr Peculiar, Legohead, Dark Nebula, The Zealator and Liquid to name a few.
The last CD launch party Tribeadelic did in Sydeny was for your compilation ‘Solid’, where there was some killer music played by yourself, Mr Peculiar and local acts. What can we expect at the I.O.S. launch party?
Expect a night of full on madness. We have recently added a few class producers to our stables, so the stock is quite good at the moment.
What are your top 5 tracks at the moment?
Liquid – Tuberacer, Talamasca – Aries, Tola – Cozzo, I.O.S – Thanks, Mr Peculiar – Graffitti (Remix)
Make sure you head down to The Dendy this Saturday night 17th May, for the Illusion Of Self CD Launch. DJs on the night are I.O.S/Jimbo Jones, Ozzy, Raptor, Psyber, pH, Ritchie Jay, nomsg, tripitaka, Pan, Drizzt vs Stylz, SWBOY, and decor by Pan-O-Vision. 10.30pm-6.00am, $20 on the door.
