Illumination is one of the Banja Luka's strange party promoter. Why strange? Cause most (not them all) party promoters always thinks "bigger is better - more money, more chicks, music: bitport top10", and strange thing is that Illumination it's all about "Less is More". They even organized parties in Germany, always invest their money in sound, no sponsors at all, and always crossing the beetween escapism of, in this case older deep electronic dance music, and fine arts as painting, always keeping number of crowd to 100 dance freaks. Also they are my friends.
Here is small interview with persona x (not the real name), it is here to promote and to be part of larger, abstract "being" Illuminations?
D : Can you tell us more about project ILLUMINATIONS, what is it, what is the mission and purpose?
ILLMN: Illuminations as a project actually is active for over a year, when we saw opportunity to start subcultural movement, the project was a reaction - let's say some kind of a revolt against current political and social state in our society, which is STILL going in totally wrong direction, the society were normal social values are turned upside down and were politics are in total disorder, here in Bosnia and Herzegowina. We manage to bring together our friends, same mindlike individuals, who are also artists and quite creative people. The people who have common interests, even if they are from different background.
One of them bring out the propose that we are in need to create the platform, were we could all bring in new ideas, and work on them together, so we could grow, and to do show the public: there are other ways, and far more creative ways to have fun and to be creative, also to become aware of the current situation in society.
And one thing in particular: to show that is possible: to have quality over quantity - there is no need to be trendy-and-poppy, that false image with the one we are all bombarded, actually it is the way to keep people satisfied, and in status quo with the upside down social values. Our work relates on interpersonal relations, communication, art, therefore all this is done through the organization of music events. In order to achieve this, it was necessary to create a primarily mature atmosphere, etiquette, especially the vibe first; through which our fellow associates, artists and the people we work with, so we can present our work in a quality way, where our work and desire for the same will be understood and accepted by the audience, in hope, it will be turned in a good "feed back" - to get in touch, create contact with our audience: where they can become a part of it. Because we all want to have fun together and enjoy it, to create community. The basis is therefore is not quantity, it is not making money, it is not about becoming mainstream, and absolute it's not to create an image, specially commercial one - it is quality.
It is important that each of us can express themselfs, create a bond with an audience, specially ones that understands and accepts spiritual body, mind, soul moments.
According to the statistics we are monitoring and analyze any data, during the organization of event and even after the event, and we have significantly attracted attention, which means that we are doing a good thing, and most important that people "dig it" - they recognized our ideas, and that pleases and pushing us forward. We really do not know where this will take us all, life is so unpredictable, but we certainly know that we will try to do smaller parties, because what we do is, unfortunately, not for everyone.
We couldn't do anything about society in which we live, and we are witnessing the times where more money is spend on image and popularity - where everything is marketing to make more money. So Culture, Art, and their diversities, and even subcultures here are... well it's needlees to speak about it here. The scene is somewhat lethargic due to all that, but there are people who are still working hard and still doing it well. However, all this can be done with far better quality and more creativity, as it was before.
And one thing in particular: to show that is possible: to have quality over quantity - there is no need to be trendy-and-poppy, that false image with the one we are all bombarded, actually it is the way to keep people satisfied, and in status quo with the upside down social values. Our work relates on interpersonal relations, communication, art, therefore all this is done through the organization of music events. In order to achieve this, it was necessary to create a primarily mature atmosphere, etiquette, especially the vibe first; through which our fellow associates, artists and the people we work with, so we can present our work in a quality way, where our work and desire for the same will be understood and accepted by the audience, in hope, it will be turned in a good "feed back" - to get in touch, create contact with our audience: where they can become a part of it. Because we all want to have fun together and enjoy it, to create community. The basis is therefore is not quantity, it is not making money, it is not about becoming mainstream, and absolute it's not to create an image, specially commercial one - it is quality.
It is important that each of us can express themselfs, create a bond with an audience, specially ones that understands and accepts spiritual body, mind, soul moments.
According to the statistics we are monitoring and analyze any data, during the organization of event and even after the event, and we have significantly attracted attention, which means that we are doing a good thing, and most important that people "dig it" - they recognized our ideas, and that pleases and pushing us forward. We really do not know where this will take us all, life is so unpredictable, but we certainly know that we will try to do smaller parties, because what we do is, unfortunately, not for everyone.
We couldn't do anything about society in which we live, and we are witnessing the times where more money is spend on image and popularity - where everything is marketing to make more money. So Culture, Art, and their diversities, and even subcultures here are... well it's needlees to speak about it here. The scene is somewhat lethargic due to all that, but there are people who are still working hard and still doing it well. However, all this can be done with far better quality and more creativity, as it was before.
D: You were organizied few parties in Germany, so what was your expirience, and what was reaction of the party-goers and partners?
ILLMN: In Germany is quite different situation then here. In BiH there are always some kind of problems: is it with event space, an/or budget and equipment, but in Germany almost every club receives subsidies annually from the state for its cultural contribution. There is, let's call it, clubbing as a way of life and part of General Culture. People are educated, confident in themselves, which is not the case with us.
When we shared our experiences and presented the way we do it in our country, our colleagues were really in awe, and they certainly gave us a chance to work together because it turned out that we are really great: becuse we have expirience in organising the event without basic means of work such as space, club and budget, while they all have it all!!! The audience certainly felt another vibe that was produced by the indescribable desire and passion and flow that dragged us through the events we were doing. If the Germans understand your potential, and your abilities, they also recruit you for their team, because they understand how healthy common interest and growth is healthy, which is certainly not the case with us.
D: Again, I want ask you about comparison with scene here, and scene in the World, and also Your vision of the Future:
ILLMN: Hyper has become everything... real business. It is necessary to remain consistent with ourself and to recognize the right values. It is generally reduced to self promotion and profit.
When it comes to the future, surely the quality will be crystallized. It has become global a long time ago, and different influences became real, even more people are going into experimentation, right now. And in different directions, where new hybrids are being created, and it is very difficult to predict the music on what it will sound.
We are looking our own "bussiness", and our possibilities, in our society and what it provides us. We are looking whats happening in the World, but we must still be realistic, and above all to be what we are and what we want to be: we do not want to compromise our values, and on the other hand we have a flavour or original style. Yes, something original, which was created by our society and social situations.
When we shared our experiences and presented the way we do it in our country, our colleagues were really in awe, and they certainly gave us a chance to work together because it turned out that we are really great: becuse we have expirience in organising the event without basic means of work such as space, club and budget, while they all have it all!!! The audience certainly felt another vibe that was produced by the indescribable desire and passion and flow that dragged us through the events we were doing. If the Germans understand your potential, and your abilities, they also recruit you for their team, because they understand how healthy common interest and growth is healthy, which is certainly not the case with us.
D: Again, I want ask you about comparison with scene here, and scene in the World, and also Your vision of the Future:
ILLMN: Hyper has become everything... real business. It is necessary to remain consistent with ourself and to recognize the right values. It is generally reduced to self promotion and profit.
When it comes to the future, surely the quality will be crystallized. It has become global a long time ago, and different influences became real, even more people are going into experimentation, right now. And in different directions, where new hybrids are being created, and it is very difficult to predict the music on what it will sound.
We are looking our own "bussiness", and our possibilities, in our society and what it provides us. We are looking whats happening in the World, but we must still be realistic, and above all to be what we are and what we want to be: we do not want to compromise our values, and on the other hand we have a flavour or original style. Yes, something original, which was created by our society and social situations.
ILLMN: This time we will experiment with multimedia arts. When it comes to the music program, this time we will host the producer / DJ - Verona Italy/DJ Omar
Contri formerly known as Shinoby
Since the launch of his
imprint Istheway in 2015, Shinoby has
laid the foundations to a fruitful body of work, that defies categories and
easy classification.
The discography includes remixes from Madteo, Jamal Moss, Tzusing & Samo DJ, MGUN, The Analogue Cops and an cooperation with legendary Hypnobeat (James Dean Brown & Helena Hauff).
In the last two years he released on his label two 2x12" albums (Celestial Bliss and R.I.S.E) played all over the world.
http://shinoby-istheway.com/
https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/shinoby
https://shinoby-istheway.bandcamp.com
https://www.discogs.com/artist/2996779-Shinoby
https://soundcloud.com/shinobyistheway
The discography includes remixes from Madteo, Jamal Moss, Tzusing & Samo DJ, MGUN, The Analogue Cops and an cooperation with legendary Hypnobeat (James Dean Brown & Helena Hauff).
In the last two years he released on his label two 2x12" albums (Celestial Bliss and R.I.S.E) played all over the world.
http://shinoby-istheway.com/
https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/shinoby
https://shinoby-istheway.bandcamp.com
https://www.discogs.com/artist/2996779-Shinoby
https://soundcloud.com/shinobyistheway
Nemanja Krstic is a music producer and DJ from Belgrade, Serbia who mostly performs live. In the year of 2011 he releases his first track named Novi Beograd Underground for a French label My Love is Underground and in 2016 released track for Rough House Rosie. His music can be described as Detroit and Chicago influenced sound which contains elements of Deep house and Techno.
https://nemanjakrstic.bandcamp.com/
https://www.discogs.com/artist/2551799-Nemanja-Krstic
https://soundcloud.com/nemanjakrstic .....
https://www.discogs.com/artist/2551799-Nemanja-Krstic
https://soundcloud.com/nemanjakrstic .....
VJ is young artist Arabella Poe. https://www.facebook.com/arabella.poe .
You can also enjoy in pictures of two Banja Luka's artist, academic painters Petra Simić https://www.instagram.com/simic5ra/,
and Djurdjica Bjelošević
Party is at our Temple Of Freedom "DKC Incel" https://www.facebook.com/dkcincel/
.
Start 22h, end 05h, minimal donation: 10KM
Also you can go to pre-party at "world famouse" Ziza; https://www.facebook.com/kafeziza
Warm Up: Milica Kulić a.k.a. April. Here is her page: https://www.facebook.com/DJAcidApril/
D: Can you tell us more about Tillian?
ILLMN: We're not going to tell you anything except that
Tillian is someone who is trying so fuckin hard to arrange such unoffical events and to bring us all together in one place. You definitely need to support and listen.
We will use the opportunity to ask you once more:
We will use the opportunity to ask you once more:
PLEASE RESPECT OUR NO
PHOTO POLICY!
NO PHONES ON THE DANCEFLOORS!
D: Message for younger generations:
ILLMN: Listen to music, watch carefully, dig up, explore further, do not accept or accept only what you are eagerly offering and what is easy to get, remember for all great things you have to put some blood in it, read books, engage in sports, travel, visit clubs in the cities you visit, explore their subculture, it's not a point to do this to be in the phase, because then you will certainly not be, be responsible for yourself, and come to DKC Incel on Nov 24.
Explore further, do not accept or acceptable. Be who you are, do not allow yourself to be programmed!!!
NO PHONES ON THE DANCEFLOORS!
D: Message for younger generations:
ILLMN: Listen to music, watch carefully, dig up, explore further, do not accept or accept only what you are eagerly offering and what is easy to get, remember for all great things you have to put some blood in it, read books, engage in sports, travel, visit clubs in the cities you visit, explore their subculture, it's not a point to do this to be in the phase, because then you will certainly not be, be responsible for yourself, and come to DKC Incel on Nov 24.
Explore further, do not accept or acceptable. Be who you are, do not allow yourself to be programmed!!!
Learn to illuminate!!!
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