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Get Ready to Groove as CHKLZ’s ‘Pawesome’ Party is Taking Over!
If you’re looking for a musical adventure like no other, then buckle up because CHKLZ is about to take you on a wild ride! Picture this: irresistible beats, contagious energy, and a whole lot of ‘Pawesomeness’—that’s what you can expect from this duo.
But let’s rewind for a second and talk about how it all began. It all started with a chance encounter with a furry friend named Charlie. Yup, you heard that right! DJ iLL Choppo and LeMarshawn Jean found their muse under a truck on a scorching Fourth of July, and the rest is history. From that moment on, they knew they were destined to spread joy and unity through their music.
Fast forward to today, and CHKLZ is taking the world by storm, one performance at a time. With their signature blend of live instrumentation and electronic beats, they’re redefining what it means to throw a party. And let’s not forget about their upcoming remix of “White Wine Spritzer”—it’s guaranteed to get you on your feet and dancing like there’s no tomorrow!
But it’s not just about the music—it’s about the community. CHKLZ invites fans from all walks of life to join in on the fun and become part of the ‘Doggies’ family. So whether you’re a seasoned partygoer or a newbie to the scene, there’s a place for you at the CHKLZ party!
So what are you waiting for? Grab your dancing shoes and get ready to groove because CHKLZ is here to make your wildest musical dreams come true!
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Christian Balvig releases gorgeous new album ‘Find And You Will Seek’ in collaboration with Ensemble Hermes.
Acclaimed composer and arranger Christian Balvig is known for his work with an array of artists and bands like Jade, Efterklang, Lowly, When Saints Go Machine and Mew, as well as his work with some of the most acclaimed orchestras like Royal Northern Sinfonia (BBC Proms), The Royal Danish Orchestra, Copenhagen Phil, London Contemporary Orchestra, The Danish Radio Broadcast Orchestra and The Norwegian Wind Ensemble.
The cinematic sound on his new album might echo Balvig’s work in the world of film and TV music. Scoring the 2025 Oscar shortlisted short movie ‘Eternal Father’ and the Danish hit series ‘Cry Wolf’ (Ulven Kommer), which has been shown on television in more than 30 countries around the globe, including Channel 4 in the UK. He was also nominated for a Harpa award for ‘Best score’ last year at the Berlinale for ‘The Son and the Moon (Min Arv Bor I Dig)’.
Balvig’s new album, ‘Find And You Will Seek’, backed by Danish string group Ensemble Hermes, grew organically out of this background of experiences and is music that appeals to listeners seeking original, immersive music with space for reflection and contemplation.
‘Find And You Will Seek’ is a collection of chamber works that explore the combination of piano and strings in new ways. Recent single ‘The BirdSuite II – Praesentia’ is part of a 3-part Suite running throughout the record, written and performed on a custom made “Keybird” piano, which is an una-corda (one string pr note) piano that gives a more subtle and intimate sound. On top of it is a lush and emotional string ensemble arrangement with Ensemble Hermes in multiple layers fluctuating in and out of the keybird piano.
Balvig’s second single from the record is ‘What Happened To The World’, an ultra transparent neo-classical inspired piece, with slow melodic structures, a simple chord progression and emotional performance starting with a floating viola solo. It is written from the feeling that the world sometimes goes backwards, and you feel left on the platform wanting to take the train in a different direction.
From film music inspired pieces to experimental chamber music over piano concerto inspired movements, to more neo-classical productions with almost orchestral sounding dubs of strings, ‘Find And You Will Seek’ flows with emotions and lush sound worlds, always with a tangible organic texture.
Find Christian Balvig and Ensemble Hermes on tour in Denmark:
27.5 Ansgars Kirke (Odense)
28.5 Folkegaarden Festival (Aalborg)
29.5 Gnisten (Ry)
30.5 Musikhuset (Aarhus)
1.6 Basement (Copenhagen)
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