Hold Music presents: Wata Igarashi (Tokyo)
Wata Igarashi makes his Portland debut with a 4hr extended set at Process, a new event space and bar in SE Portland. Since 2011, Igarashi has been quietly honing a unique sound and now has gracefully solidified a leading role in the global techno landscape. Igarashi consistently delivers a take on techno that is both delicate and euphoric while simultaneously pummeling and ruthless. Join us on May 18th and let's melt our brains together <3
Wata Igarashi will be joined by Hold Music residents Jason Burns, Peter Sheppard and Trustfall.
1am - 5am - Wata Igarashi
10pm - 1am - Hold Music Residents
Limited capacity event. Do not wait to buy tickets.
Poster by Jason Burns.
4-point Danley sound.
**For information on low-income ticket opportunities, please email info@holdmusic.co before May 6th.
@process.pdx on instagram or https://processpdx.club for more information about Process.
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Wata Igarashi
https://ra.co/dj/wataigarashi
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Wata Igarashi is one of the leading figures of Japanese techno, emerging from the country’s deep relationship with electronic music. ‘Cosmic drama’ sums up Igarashi’s sound, conveying the unique combination of power and psychedelia that defines his work. Igarashi’s approach reflects a certain Japanese aesthetic, a recognition of the force and beauty that comes from paying careful attention to details, making sure everything is exactly as it should be. His productions are precisely engineered for maximum impact, with Igarashi’s signature arpeggios standing out on the dancefloor. This mentality is equally present in his DJ sets and live performances, where his tight mixing and control over frequencies create a potent blend of energy and emotion. Having released on labels including Figure, Semantica, Time to Express, The Bunker NY, Omnidisc, Bitta, and Midgar, Igarashi has been developing his own WIP platform as an outlet for his music. His remixing talents are in high demand, with his version of Aurora Halal being a standout, appearing in RA’s top tracks of 2019. From his home base in Tokyo, Igarashi regularly tours across the globe, continuing to explore and refine his singular vision of electronic music.
