Remix any track from t dot est's album ‘MAD’ and win a software, digital release on RUNA Records + vinyl!
Fancy a creative challenge in the world of music? Take part in a unique competition that gives you the chance to show off your production skills! Your task is to create a remix of one of the tracks from the album ‘MAD’, by the artist t dot est. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of danceable electronica and remix any track from the latest album!
History of the creation of the album "MAD"
The album “MAD” was born on impulse and inspiration when t dot est was in Madrid for the AES conference. The atmosphere of the city, full of rhythms and passion, permeated his music, resulting in a warm production full of danceable energy. Time has come full circle and soon, during the AES conference in Warsaw (22-24 May 2025), there will be the premiere of a vinyl album with remixes of ‘MAD’ tracks .
This special release will feature remixes by friendly artists such as:
• Pysh
• Maro Music
• P.A.F.F.
• and many others (information coming soon!)
Link to the ‘MAD’ album on Spotify: HERE!
Join this group! The winners of the remixer competition will have the chance to see their work featured on this prestigious album!
In addition, a digital version of the album will be released by RUNA Records, a label from Mexico. The vinyl premiere will take place on 23 May 2025 in Warsaw – an event not to be missed!
The author of the "re: MAD" album cover is:
Kamil "JAKUZA" Jaczyński
born in 1981, is a visual artist professionally involved in the music industry. He lives and works in Warsaw’s Praga district. He is a lecturer and a specialist in public relations and music marketing. He is a member of the Polish Phonographic Academy and the Union of Polish Artists ZPAP SU.
Competition details
Duration of entries:
start: 29 January 2025
end: 19 February 2025 at 11:59:59 PM CET
Length of remix:
4-5 minutes, WAV file 24bit / 48000 kHz, ripped as a mix (with dynamics preserved for mastering work).
Genres:
Afro / Deep / Progressive / House.
Aim:
Create sounds that will thrill dancefloors and delight electronic music fans!
How to enter?
What to win?
1st place:
2nd place:
3rd place:
Jury
People with many years of experience in the music industry will be responsible for judging the entries, focusing on:
the quality of the submissions,
the ability of the songs to heat up dancefloors,
fulfilment of technical and artistic conditions.
Jury composition:
Pysh
Pysh, or rather Filip Abramczyk, is a Polish DJ and music producer based in Berlin. His performances have become a permanent fixture on the line-ups of Poland’s biggest clubs and music festivals, as summarised in the chapter devoted to him in the book entitled ‘30 Years of the Polish Techno Scene’, which places him among the undisputed leaders of the Polish electronic scene. In his DJ career to date, he has shared the stage with leading artists of the world’s electronic scene such as Eelke Kleijn, Robag Wruhme, Guy J and Kollektiv Turmstrasse.
His breakthrough moment came in 2010, where, immediately after the release of his debut EP, he won first place in the ‘Regenerate’ remix competition organised by Booka Shade. His outlook on electronic music has been recognised by both Polish and international promoters, allowing his productions to see the light of day all over the world, under labels such as Ritter Butzke, Jeahmon, Click and Einmusika.
As well as balancing house, indie and melodic genres in his productions, sets and live acts, Pysh interweaves ethnic, folk sounds as a kind of trademark of his work. He makes use of ambient sounds or samples from old cassettes, which in his original, arranged way create a surprising form, constantly getting audiences all over the world dancing.
Maro Music (Bettermaker)
Maro Music (proper name: Marek Walaszek) is a Polish DJ, producer, composer and sound engineer. Maro created many original music recordings for the worldwide hit interactive game ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ (CD Projekt Red).
Maro frequently collaborates with Polish DJ and electronic music producer Skytech. Their joint remix of Sanah’s 2019 track ‘Invisible Dress’ reached over 22 million digital streams within months of its release, and the track itself went double platinum in Poland. In 2020, Maro Music and Skytech’s remix of the track ‘Invisible Dress’ was recognised by music industry professionals and journalists as one of the ‘Top 100’ tracks in Europe.
Maro also frequently collaborates with some of rap and hip-hop’s most respected legends, including Wu-Tang Clan members such as Raekwon and Ghostface Killah, who contributed significant value to his latest full-length studio album entitled ‘Rejects’, described as a ‘musical audio performance’.
Marek is also the founder and head of Bettermaker®, an award-winning manufacturer of mixing and mastering technology and equipment that is used by Grammy® Award winners around the world.
Magdalena Piotrowska (Hear Candy Mastering)
Magdalena Piotrowska is a mastering engineer, specialising in bringing out the emotions and stories contained in music. Her goal is to prepare material that fully reflects the artist’s intentions. In her work, she combines classic analogue equipment with the latest software, creating recordings both digitally and on vinyl.
She honed her skills under the tutelage of Mandy Parnell at Black Saloon Studios, and in 2016 set up her own studio, Hear Candy Mastering. She combines her passion for sound and travel by participating in international projects such as studying ‘Music Production and Recording’ at the University of Stavanger and working at the Banff Centre for the Arts in Canada. In the same year, she completed her PhD at the Gdansk University of Technology, specialising in music content management.
She has collaborated with artists such as Aga Zaryan, Sanah, Organek and Daria Zawiałow, winning a Fryderyk Award in 2023. She is a member of the Audio Engineering Society, where she has held board positions and been a judge for competitions. Magdalena is also involved in education, leading workshops and co-creating books and educational materials.
Dawid Kujawa (Audiotech)
Dawid Kujawa, marketing manager at Audiotech and brand manager of the Arturia brand in Poland. Professionally, he is involved in marketing, brand management, education in the field of audio hardware and software and the creation of content in all forms – from text, graphics and photos to film and music. Passionate about electronic music, producer and DJ. Author of the series ‘Immersja’, which brings a summer festival vibe to the city, focusing on progressive, techno, melodic genres with a touch of afro and indie.
Alonso Degert (RUNA Records)
Music producer, guitarist, singer and songwriter. For many years he worked as a guitarist with artists such as Natalia Lafourcade, Pato Machete and Reyno. From 2010 to 2012 he was music producer and sound engineer at Catapulta Studio. Co-founder of Codependiente Studio (2012-2014). He currently serves as music producer, mixer and co-founder of Runa Records.
The contest partner is:
Outpost Academy is a unique and innovative music school and community. It focuses on creativity and making your own music. They run innovative courses using new-generation instruments: samplers, controllers, effects processors and synthesizers. They organise workshops, events and festivals, and support artists in their development. A very important aspect of learning at the Academy is working on your own songs, beats or sets under the guidance of teachers. They offer both basic and advanced courses – the main educational paths are Music Production, DJing and, soon, Sound Engineering.
Get to work!
Get inspired, show your vision and take a step into the professional music world!
Applications are being accepted until 19 February 2025, 11:59:59 PM CET! Don’t delay – be part of this musical journey.
Good luck!
