{"id":63736,"date":"2021-10-07T15:31:58","date_gmt":"2021-10-07T13:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deephouseamsterdam.com\/?p=63736"},"modified":"2021-10-07T15:31:58","modified_gmt":"2021-10-07T13:31:58","slug":"two-and-a-half-cats-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deephouseamsterdam.com\/london\/two-and-a-half-cats-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"Miguelle & Tons (Two And A Half Cats) Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"

Miguelle & Tons from Two And A Half Cats have joined us in a conversation about music, inspiration and the new EP released on the label, La Entrada al Para\u00edso.<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

– How are you? What’s good and bad in your world?<\/b><\/p>\n

M:<\/b> In my world, everything is good; like everyone, we have heavy days<\/p>\n

and I always see the bad as learning of life.<\/p>\n

T:<\/b> Good, grateful for everything; every day is a new opportunity to build the path you want for your world.<\/p>\n

How did you survive the pandemic, and what did you learn about yourself?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T: <\/b>Luckily, we live in Miami, compared to the rest of the world, it was a little bit more manageable this whole thing. So we used those months to make a lot of music, learn, and prepare for the future. Also to be more responsible, learn to love ourselves, and take care of our mental health in these times.<\/p>\n

What’s the scene in Miami like right now? Is it back to being fully open? Did it survive?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> Miami is a cosmopolitan city; thanks to this, its electronic culture is extensive and varied.<\/p>\n

As of December 2020, the restrictions were lifted, and the events are back. This city never stops; in a single night, you can have four different options.<\/p>\n

And what sounds, artists, parties, and labels are popular, is there a thriving underground scene?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> Yes, it exists, and it is vital. There is a wide variety of Events, Artists, and Sounds, but the main forte, without a doubt, is House, Minimal, and Deep House. Miami is where people love to party and dance non-stop. Brands like Soundtuary, UnMute , Hurry Slowly, Space, and us with Two and a Half Cats produce the most notable events for real electronic music lovers.<\/p>\n

Where is your best environment as a DJ? a small dark club, or a massive outdoor festival stage? Late at night for the weirdos or early so you can play slow and eclectic etc.<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> Open Air events are our favorite option, nothing compared to playing surrounded with nature. We have a broad spectrum of music, so we enjoy it to the fullest to create a musical journey for those who dance.<\/p>\n

Where does the impulse to create something come from for you? <\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> We consider that we both have an extraordinary and fresh vision of music that characterizes us. The need arises to offer the world a way to share our sound and experiences in all aspects that go hand in hand with Two and a Half Cats Records. What music we create, how we play it, how you see it, and how you live an event or festival with us.<\/p>\n

Tell us about your new one on Two and a Half Cats Records – where and when was it written?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> La Entrada al Para\u00edso<\/span> is the 3rd release from TWAHC.\u00a0 <\/span>This EP contains ”Thalia, La Maldita” featuring with Venezuelan R&B and Ska band ”Motherflowers”. Then ”Colores” as the name says, is a musical journey into Melodies colors and dub vibes. Finally, ”La Cotorra” and ”Play Phone Call” have a lot of Hip Hop flow and groove; these last two are flavors to the dance floor.<\/p>\n

What inspired or influenced it? Did you have a specific context in mind when making it?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T: <\/b>Our main influences come from the rhythms of salsa, jazz, hip-hop, R&B. We are fans of the instruments, so we use pianos, flutes, synths, strings, minimal drums, congas, and percus with a lot of grooves. We have a great workflow where we like to compose without limiting ourselves, taking inspiration from what surrounds us, what we live and feel.<\/p>\n

What gear do you use to make your music in the studio, and does that matter to you?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> We love to create Basslines, Melodies, and Rhythms.\u00a0 <\/span>We use several weapons that help us to find that sound that characterizes us.<\/p>\n

Some of them are:<\/p>\n

Ultranova – Novation<\/p>\n

Microfreak – Arturia<\/p>\n

Elektron Digitone Keys 37-key (quite interesting)<\/p>\n

microKORG<\/p>\n

Maschine – NI<\/p>\n

Roland TR-8 Drum Machine<\/p>\n

What else have you got coming up\/are you working on?<\/b><\/p>\n

M&T:<\/b> Now the High Season is starting in Miami, it’s time to offer more special events and experiences. We are on our way to a series of open-air events and nightclubs, which we will announce soon. At the same time more music releases, the next one will be #TWAHC004, all through www.twoandahalfcats.net<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thank you, Deep House London.<\/p>\n

We are Miguelle & Tons from Two and a Half Cats Records, Miami.<\/p>\n

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