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Today we’re celebrating the 50th episode of our beloved AirPod – but this month also marks our podcast’s 4th anniversary! That’s right, over the last four years – and since Paulo’s first episode in Dec. ‘07 – we sent out no less than fifty mixes from our roster’s precious talents.

Who better to observe such jubilee with, than someone who keeps raising the level of wonderment record after record, mix after mix – Mr. Andres Zacco. Fresh off the release of his third 12″ on Airdrop Records, we are proud to announce Zacco’s participation in our next Aux-Rec project, the re-release and remixing of an original piece by Icelandic producer Exos.

The next twelve months are set to hold many more surprises for Andres Zacco. His label Greener Records will be presenting the 2nd volume of its ambient compilation series – Landscapes Of The Future, as well as 12″s by himself, Jacek Sienkiewicz and Dario Zenker. Also on his schedule is a European tour in May 2012, for which we are already booking.

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At the end of each year, the same circus happens over and over again. We try to wrap up (not only Xmas presents) but all the things we’ve pushed under the carpet until the last minute. All of this cumulates in the most hectic moment of the year, whereas we should really be enjoying our well deserved holidays!

So in the midst of the year end craze, take a minute to load up Brandub’s latest mix into your iPod. This hour of genuine dubby euphoria lift us many strata away from any superfluous concerns. Brandub applied his craft in his home studio, in the city of Cordoba, Argentina. His debut EP on Airdrop last year displayed Brandub’s inclinations clearly – a warm, comforting sound oscillating between deep house and dub techno.

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Jason Carich aka Sr.Replicante has been active in Buenos Aires for over 20 years now. In the early ’90s, he was one of the core members of Urban Groove, the legendary DJ collective which shaped the future of the Argentine sound. Celebrating their 20 years of existence in 2011, they will be appearing for a series of gigs in Argentina before the end of the year.

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Ahead of the presentation of their new live set this weekend in Paris, FRITZ & LANG are sending out a homemade mixtape blended with some jams the two boys are currently digging. With their signature sound oscillating between electro, pop, disco and funk FRITZ & LANG are blazing a trail into some fresh musical fields.

While their first release on Airdrop, the ‘Crash EP‘ received some tremendous praises, the Franco-Argentine duo is already announcing some new projects, some of which the parisian public will be able to preview on the occasion of Airdrop’s Sundae, on June 6th.

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Here is the 2nd part to Leonel Castillo’s take on Detroit House. Exploring a darker, more complex part of the genre, Leonel pulls out some old secrets and new picks out of his endless collection. If you’re in the US, do not miss out and go to one of Leonel’s dates in LA, NYC, DC or Boston. Also make sure to download the 1st part of this mix on AirPod’s 45th episode.

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This week we bring you a special mix by the producer of our last 12″ record release, the most talented Leonel Castillo. Respected by all, Leonel is a humble man with over twenty years of experience in the electronic field.

Hailing from Buenos Aires, he took on many guises over the years, putting out his incredible musical creations, ranging from deep house all the way to experimental techno. We are really proud to send you one of Leonel Castillo’s many perfect selections, yet so rare to find. Here is a two hours selection of the best current pieces fitting in the Detroit House category.

Studio-side, Leonel Castillo is currently finishing a remix for Brandt Brauer Frick due soon on !K7 Records, alongside another remix by none other than Pepe Bradock… Leonel is also finishing a string of new records to come out this year on Groovear, his own imprint.

Finally, and following on his first US tour in October 2010, Leonel is already announcing to come back to the States in May / June and also planning a European tour for the Fall 2011. Be on the lookout for dates near you!

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Exclusive ‘Ark de Triomphe’ Interview by Paulo

Our guest today hides himself behind many facets. Just like Happy Colarks, kids and grown-ups love it so. A true Napoleon Bonapark, he conquered the world sweatdrop by drop. Like Nappy the dude is french and not made in Chinark… Ladies and Gents, if you hadn’t guessed it yet, please welcome Mr. Ark!

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The northern winter has settled in, emptying parks, sidewalks and riversides. Time to stick around at home and look inside. Boil up a cup of tea and stick this mix in your player. Enjoy an hour of special Paulo blend and don’t hesitate to ask for the secret tracklist!

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John Spring is the intriguing alter ego of Johannes Mai. Born in Rostock, on the northern edges of Germany, John Spring is a sci-fi comic book character – a device-user, drummachine controller… like no other!

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We have been yearning for a special mix from Mr. Alland Byallo for a while and we can say this right here was clearly well worth the wait!

While the man finishes the last touches of his move from San Francisco to Berlin, packing up his life into one suitcases (or two), he still managed to find some time to put this mix together for us! Be on the lookout for Alland playing close to you in Europe as he will be operating his tour this fall from September to November. Get in touch with us for more information.

In the meantime, here is an hour of purely magnetic mid-summer 115 unhurried bpm grooves! Enough to leave you completely strapped to your reclining chair, grilling by the cool pool.

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