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Radio 6 Music,19 Apr 2013,60 mins

In tribute to Juan Atkins

The 6 Mix with Mary Anne Hobbs

Available for 29 days

Broadcast in tribute to The Godfather of Techno, Juan Atkins. This is another chance to hear his 6 Mix from 2013. Atkins was widely regarded as one of the originators of Techno music, along with Derrick May and Kevin Saunderson. The trio, often referred to as the Belleville Three, attended high school together in Belleville, Michigan, near Detroit. Growing up, they all regularly tuned in to DJ Charles 'The Electrifying Mojo' Johnson's radio show, which has been cited as a big influence on their musical development. After being inspired by hearing electronic music for the first time, Atkins bought a synthesizer and learned how to mix; DJing alongside Derrick May under the moniker Deep Space Soundworks. He also released music under the names Model 500, Infiniti and Cybotron, over an impressive career.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Depth Charge
    Depth Charge
    Nautiluss
  3. 2.
    UK Style
    UK Style
    Argy
  4. 3.
    Throw
    Throw
    Paperclip People