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Introducing Hito: Free-trade, curated, fresh and vinyl powered

Hito is a Japanese, Berlin based, electronic music artist and vinyl DJ with unique style and aesthetic. Full of colour and character, born and raised in Himeji, Japan, she is loved for her sophisticated record collection, deep techno style, and her incredible ability to entertain crowds with charm and energy.

Hito performs at El Chiringuito, Dubai exclusively for Taste The Punch at Aztec Garden, Thursday 6th September.

HITO’s set serves as a Techno church for all to pay homage. The raw resolution intrinsic of her music grew out from the orb of Japan into the underground belly of Ibiza and Berlin, on to top charting artist internationally and unofficial ambassador of Japan’s sub-culture. Hito’s absolute allegiance to her art created an international home for everyone to journey to.
Hito has earned multiple accolades and nominations. Hito’s offline foundation cuts caked and simulated noise, forever uniting and revealing the invisible beauty discovered by listeners.

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Introducing Hito: Free-trade, curated, fresh and vinyl powered2019-08-06T17:26:30+01:00

5 times Faithless absolutely smashed it live

There’s no doubt about it, Faithless have been smashing it for over 20 years with countless live shows & millions of record sales to match.
Here’s 5 of the best performances hand picked by everyone at TTP HQ.
Let us know if you think we have missed one!

Insomnia – Live At Brixton Academy 2011

God Is a DJ – Live At Alexandra Palace 2005

We Come One – EXIT Festival 2015

Salva Mea – Live At Alexandra Palace 2005

Bring My Family Back – Glastonbury 2002

5 times Faithless absolutely smashed it live2019-08-06T17:26:31+01:00

This 1997 Line-up at Luton Hoo would still be a block buster today

Whilst searching the web to see if our future headliners Faithless had been to our splendid town of Luton before, we started to uncover not only that they had, but also a whole list of other incredible acts had once performed here too!

Way back in the late 90’s a festival popped up called Tribal Gathering, held on the grounds at Luton Hoo Estate in the summer, between 25,000 – 35,000 ravers would descend on the event who bought in acts such as (Wait for it):….

Tribal Gathering 1997 poster

Kraftwerk
Faithless
DaftPunk
The Chemical Brothers
Paul Oakenfold
Orbital
Fluke
Dj Sneak
Sven Vath
Richie Hawtin
Laurent Garnier
Pete Tong
Jeff Mills

Kevin Saunderson
Dave Clarke
Felix da Housecat
Deep Dish
Marshall Jefferson
Masters At Work
Roger Sanchez
Sasha
Roni Size
Fabio
GrooveRider
Dj Rap
John Digweed

Whilst it’s unlikely an event of this magnitude will happen in that location again, we can still be excited to bring in one act off the epic list this Easter, as we celebrate 5 Years Of Taste The Punch on Good Friday at Carnival Arts, Luton.

If you were one of the lucky ones and managed attend Tribal Gathering feel free to let us know all about on twitter

This 1997 Line-up at Luton Hoo would still be a block buster today2019-08-06T17:26:31+01:00

Lee Walker Joins The Line-Up with Faithless at 5 Years Of Taste The Punch

**JUST ANNOUNCED**
Lee Walker (Defected / Hot Creations / Dirtybird) joins the line up for 5 Years Of Taste The Punch!

Lee, best known for his global smash ‘Freak Like Me’ is back in the Punchbowl this Easter, and after working with artists such as Armand Van Helden, Sonny Fodera & Katy B everyone here at TTP HQ is hyped to hear what good vibes Lee will bring on Good Friday
#5YOTTP

Lee is joined by an already star studded line-up which see’s Faithless drop in for a very special DJ Set and TTP regular & Hot Creations artist Hauswerks is already locked in for the big event on Good Friday at Carnival Arts, Luton.

Earlybird & 1st Release tickets have already sold out, but there’s still more options with 2nd Release & the VIP 3SIXTY option with the later giving you 360 degree access around the dj booth, private bar, Q-Jump and the best view in the house!

Your VIP table reservation includes: Drinks Package, Fast track entry, Designated hostess service, Personal VIP cloakroom & access to 3-Sixty performance area behind the DJ booth.

The price paid on this website is a 25% non-refundable deposit for the total price of the table. The balance is payable either, on the night upon arrival or if you wish, in advance of the event via Card or Bacs payment.

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Lee Walker Joins The Line-Up with Faithless at 5 Years Of Taste The Punch2019-08-06T17:26:31+01:00

Toyboy & Robin – Mix Of The Week via Data Transmission

Kicking their career off in 2012, Toyboy & Robin achieved early recognition through their summer heater ‘Jaded’. After dabbling in the cross-over deep house scene for a number of years, the boys continue to evolve, channeling inspiration from their true influences in the house and techno scene.

Getting their heads down in 2016, they returned in 2017 with a string of release including their last on Regression Sessions, which got the blood pumping. Next up for them, they get Shanghaied with their “Groove Talk’ track – a lovely warm track, that gets your body moving. The groove pulls you and grabs you by the soul, before delivering infections drum hits and a synth line that will have the dance floor bopping in no time, grab a copy now from Traxsource!

Toyboy & Robin play for Taste The Punch, Friday 3rd Nov at Carnival Arts with Jackmaster, Hauswerks & TTP residents

Tracklist
Andrés – Just A Player
Jona – The Chase (Ft. Usio)
Rimbaudian – She Taught Me How To Love
Marquis Hawkes – The Phoenix Part 2
Josh Butler – What Is Real?
And.Id – Frozen (Kevin Over Remix)
The Martinez Brothers – My Rendition (TMB Main Mix)
Blaze – Lovelee Dae (Bicep Remix)
D’Julz – Ze Box
E-Versions – Kahn
Toyboy & Robin – Groove Talk
Par Ney De Castro – Ba-Tu-Ca-Da (Peter Heller Big Love From Rio Mix)
Karizma – Work It Out

Toyboy & Robin – Mix Of The Week via Data Transmission2019-08-06T17:26:32+01:00

Taste The Punch joins Tantra for Ibiza Closing Party with DJ Sneak, Doorly, Jesse Perez and DJ Oliver.

Thursday 12 October
‘Last Show Of The Summer’

Tantra will throw ‘The Last Show Of The Summer’ on Thursday 12th October donating proceeds to the Caritas charity organisation. Opening up the outdoor space next to the venue, the outdoor event which is powered by Taste The Punch will be split into two parts; the daytime celebrations and a night time party with DJ Sneak, Doorly, Jesse Perez and DJ Oliver.

During the daytime, Tantra will be serving up their famous BBQ from 14:00 to celebrate another successful summer with the workers and residents of the area. A selection of barbecued meats and vegetarian options will be offered up throughout the afternoon.
From 19:00, the afternoon celebrations will turn into the night time party with a huge stage and production built for a five-hour outdoor session until midnight when the party will move inside for the after hours.

British brand Taste The Punch will bring their debut Ibiza season to a close on 12th October at one of the island’s best venues. Tantra has hosted two Taste The Punch pre parties this season with Faithless and DJ Sneak both performing. This year TTP have welcomed the likes of Mark Knight, Marshall Jefferson, Felix Da Housecat and Laidback Luke to Eden and will be ending the year in style by powering the famous Tantra Closing Party.


Headlining Tantra’s ‘Last Show Of The Summer’ is legendary ‘house gangsta’ DJ Sneak along with top producer and DJ, Doorly, hotly tipped newcomer Jesse Perez, legendary islander DJ Oliver and Tantra residents Frank Mendez, Zuer and Davide Alfieri.

A special outdoor light projection show will be created by Bamboo. The industry expert has been transforming international stages into multi-dimensional worlds since the 1980s. Developing his distinctive style on the island of Ibiza, he has become a global trendsetter in the domain of visual projection.

If you can’t be on the island to celebrate the night time charity event then you can watch the action unfold live through the Tantra Facebook page from 19:00. The event will also be broadcasted on Ibiza White FM 103.7 which can be listened to globally from the Ibiza White FM app. The app can be downloaded for free from the Apple and Google Play stores or you can tune in at www.tantraibiza.com.

 A larger network of radio stations around the world will be broadcasting the island event, sharing the love from the last moments of summer in Ibiza.

Taste The Punch joins Tantra for Ibiza Closing Party with DJ Sneak, Doorly, Jesse Perez and DJ Oliver.2019-08-06T17:26:32+01:00

Jackmaster, Hauswerks and Toyboy & Robin Confirmed for Taste The Punch, Luton

When a heavyweight like Jackmaster says he can come to town, there was no doubt this would be the perfect home coming party for Taste The Punch.
It always feels good to be home, and we’re back in Luton Town after a very sunny, 4 month stint on the white isle, ready to set the town alight with full on Ibizan party spirit!

Taste The Punch return to Carnival Arts, Fri 3rd November for an 8hr musical marathon which will see Jackmaster take the headline slot. DC10, CircoLoco & Paradise crew will know all about our guest of honour as Jackmaster needs little introduction.
Currently sitting at no.2 in Resident Advisor’s Top100 DJ’s poll, here’s what RA had to say about him.

“Jack Revill is a man with little time for bullshit. He comes from a place where there’s no room for big egos, and his DJing embodies this spirit. He’s the kind of guy who’ll smash club classics with Armand Van Helden, play Stirling on a Wednesday night, mix records with zero pretention and maximum energy, and take down your number for directions to the afterparty.” – Resident Advisor, December 2015

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Joining Jack & growing to be a firm favourite amongst TTP regulars is the mighty lad from Leeds, Hauswerks. With a string of releases on great labels such as Elrow, ViVa Music, Moon Harbour & Hot Creations he’s our one to watch for the remainder of 2017, always ready to smash up the club with maximum energy & party vibes.

Toyboy & Robin are also locked in on a TTP Exclusive, a relatively new but high impact house duo from labels like Sccucci Manucci & Shanghaied, with regular shows in London at Basin House, the duo bring their refined house sound to the Punchbowl for the first time.

The fun doesn’t stop there as TTP will be announcing more acts to complete the 2 room line up over the coming weeks.


Tickets available from : www.tastethepunch.com
Nearest Train Station: Luton or Luton Parkway (both within a mile of venue)

Jackmaster, Hauswerks and Toyboy & Robin Confirmed for Taste The Punch, Luton2019-08-06T17:26:32+01:00
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