Name: The Crystal City is Alive
Brand: Jeff Mills

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

AXCD055

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-07-24

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Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

656793294500

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

AX087

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656793294517

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Jeff Mills

Genre GB

Techno / Electro

Label GB

Axis

American techno label Axis, founded by Jeff Mills in New York in 1992, has been a driving force in the electronic music scene for decades. With an unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new sonic territories, Axis has become synonymous with innovation and quality.

Under the visionary leadership of Jeff Mills, *Axis* has consistently delivered groundbreaking releases that have shaped the course of techno music. Known for its distinctive blend of raw energy and futuristic soundscapes, the label's catalog is a testament to its uncompromising artistic vision.

Over the years, *Axis* has nurtured and showcased some of the most influential artists in electronic music. From established pioneers to emerging talents, each artist on the roster brings their unique perspective and creative prowess to the table. The label's dedication to fostering talent ensures a constant stream of fresh and exciting music.

Jeff Mills (aka "The Wizard") is an American techno DJ, composer, producer, and recording artist based in Detroit, Michigan. Known for his relentless pursuit of hardness in music and stripped-down DJ sets, Mills has gained international recognition as one of the most pioneering names in techno. He has performed for audiences worldwide in both club and art spaces. In addition to his successful career as a performer, Mills also runs his own label, Axis, along with several sublabels. He is married to Yoko Uozumi.

In 2018, the idea was introduced by Jeff Mills to address the lack of artistic collaborations within and from the city of Detroit / USA. The city had always been an engine of new innovative ideas related to music, art, dance, poetry and all other arts. It was thought of as a way to demonstrate the commonality people possess from various art forms and that by mixing ideas visions and perspectives together are might produce unexpected and often provocative results. 

The project started when Mills reached out to one of Detroit Techno's founder and legendary DJ/Producer Eddie Fowlkes. Though the two are known and connected to Detroit Techno and knew each other for decades, they never worked together so the first few meetings and conversations were marked with finding all the common links that have built both of their careers. During this time, Mills wanted to find a third person for the project, one that was from Detroit, but not a musician. His idea and theory was that by engaging two other creative thinkers would most likely produce something unique as emotions would become linked together to find that common, but higher level. While browsing the web, Mills discovered a post that featured the Detroit-born poet Jessica Care Moore. Struck by her words and the energy she mastered to say them, Mills knew immediately that she would be the perfect artist to approach for this creative venture. As with most artists that grew up in Detroit, they immediately opened up the links in their past, present and future outlook. He presented the case and explained to her how he thought it might work. She liked the idea and agree to join.

The Crystal City is Alive (A phrase extracted from Moore's words), puts the Detroit, America and the World on notice. The alarm has sounded and it is now time to mobilize all creative units to the frontline. 

The Crystal City is Alive

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