EXCLUSIVE MIX #004: KELLY DEAN

Very excited to share this Exclusive Mix from Los Angeles based DJ/ Producer Kelly Dean representing the SMOG Records crew. The mix is filled with lots of new tracks and Kelly’s own remixes, so make sure you crank it up and read up the quick questionnaire below for some insight on Kelly’s sound.

Who are you:
Kelly Dean from Orange County Ca. representing SMOG Records
Your big music dream:
I’ve always thought it would be fun to score a movie.
Your favorite studio gear:
I really love my AKG Q701 reference headphones..

What artist in your scene inspires/motivates you:
The whole SMOG Records family has been a great help with inspiration and motivation. It’s a very eclectic group of artists pushing the boundaries. I feel very lucky to be associated with all of them.

Life changing album:
Pretty Hate Machine from Nine Inch Nails changed the game for me personally.
Production tip:
I tend to stay more focused and motivated in the studio with a nice cup of coffee or tea.
Something people don’t know about you:
I can’t drink milk without ice.

Favorite food joint:
This one is tough, but i really like eating at The Crosby in Santa Ana. They have a amazing chef who comes up with some amazing dishes. And the vibe there is really dope!

TRACKLIST
1. Thoughtsarizen & Ariano – Trippin Feat. Akrobatik (Kelly Dean Remix) – Forthcoming Technicali
2. Noah D – Just Right Feat. The Grouch (Kelly Dean Remix) – Forthcoming Smog
3. Soap Dodgers – Ill Minded – Tempa
4. Deco & Mesck – Clear Depth – Forthcoming Sub Pressure
5. Truth – Rain Dancer Feat. Yayne (J Kenzo Remix) – Truth Freebie
6. Congo Natty – Marcus Garvey (DJ Madd Remix) – DJ Madd Freebie
7. Antiserum & Djunya – Soul Gravy – Forthcoming Smog
8. Posij – Revolt – Posij Freebie
9. Dubtek – Plus Ultra – Forthcoming Uprise Audio
10. Kelly Dean – Columns – Forthcoming Smog
11. Mesck – Altered States (Kelly Dean Remix) – Forthcoming Cognition
12. Juakali & Pawn – Half Man Half Machine – Forthcoming Foreign Familiar
13. Laxx and Farkas – Creature – Biscuit Factory Records
14. Kelly Dean – Paparazzi – Forthcoming Smog