Chris Cargo

2007 Archived News



4th December: Truth out now on Punchfunk Digital Chris Cargo's latest release "Truth" is out now on Punchfunk Digital, the label which is home for such luminaries as Fergie and Dave Spoon. The single comes complete with a wicked remix from man of the moment John Gurd. Truth is out now and is available from all good download sites. Visit the music section to listen to a sample of the track The full mp3 is available via the shop. 3rd December: Check out Cargo's chart on dj download Chris has recently been asked to supply a chart of his current fav's that are avilable to buy from dj mags dj download store. To check the chart and purchase any of the tracks click here 14th November: Overdrive/Directions out now on Method Recordings Chris's latest release is the double a-side Overdrive/Directions out now on Method Recordings and is available on both vinyl and digital download. Method, an off shoot of legendary Baroque Records, delivers Chris's first release with them and already its getting huge plays from the likes of Gabriel & Dresden, James Talk, Cor finjeman, Nick warren and Sonny Warton to name but a few. Directions gives method a energetic little gem of electro-prog, while Overdrive is chunkier housey affair. visit the music section if you would like to listen to either of the tracks Also remember both formats are available via the shop. 26th October: Cargo's remix of Underworld's Cowgirl available on vinyl Chris's remix of Underworld's 'Cowgirl' is now available on a very limited run of white labels. The flip side also features a remix of the classic Brothers Luv Dubs track Mighty Ming. The Cowgirl remix has been blowing up in a big way with heavy dj support from the likes of David Guetta, Pete Gooding, Nick Warren, Chris Salt, Disciples of Sound, Nick K, Randall Jones, Paul Thomas and Kamishake. The track has also been getting plenty of play on the airwaves including Radio 1's Annie Nightingale, Graham Gold on Kiss, Paul Hamill on ATL and Paul Hughes on the PH Factor. It is also somewhat of a Space Ibiza anthem with Mr Tom Novy dropping almost every Sunday. Watch it for yourself on Youtube. Underworld Cowgirl (Chris Cargo Mix) Buy Record 4th October: Cargo remix reviewed in 365 Mag Tony Thomas - Operator (Chris Cargo remix) - New Era Recordings Chris Cargo is on remix duties, turning Operator into a more uptempo bouncer with fat kicks, oldschool house percussion and typical tech-house synth effects. After the first break, all is spiced up with a simply fantastic bass-line that results in the track becoming very uplifting and energetic. The percussion is simple, sounding like oldschool house tracks, but it certainly does the trick in making this track an irresistible piece of work! Ten thumbs up for this one! 7th September: Radio One play for Cowgirl Chris's remix of Underworld's Cowgirl was aired on BBC Radio One on Saturday 1st September by Annie Nightingale. This follows on from David Guetta dropping it at Creamfileds, Liverpool and heavyweight support from Tom Novy, Nick Warren, Pete Gooding, Sony Wharton, Nick K and many more. To hear a sneaky clip log onto www.myspace.com/chriscargo Expect to see some white labels appearing in the next few weeks. So keep your eyes peeled here for further info. 6th September: Cargo talks to T4 Check out what happened when Chris met up with channel 4's T4 talent website to talk about Sonic DJ Academy. Click to read the full story 10th August: "Directions" features on new compilation "Directions" to feature on the new Jay Lumen compilation (Baroque Records) Baroque Records have enlisted Jay Lumen to put together their next ELEMENTS cd album. For those of you not already aware of this series, Shiloh did the last one for Baroque, it is a mix album with a twist. The artist selects the tracks he wants to use in his mix, then Barqoue get the original artists to send in the production parts / seqencer files / audio tems etc etc. Then the artist putting the album together takes all these parts and remixes / edits all the selected tacks so that they form a reflection of their style. This results in a quite unique mix album and Jay's should be available at the end of 2007/start of 2008. 3rd July: NEW SIGNINGS FOR CARGO Chris has just signed the monstrous double header 'Overdrive and Directions' to legendary label Baroque home of such artists as Lustral, Andy Moor, D-Nox, Funkagenda, Quivver, Shiloh and Ralphi Rosario. Founded in early 2000 by Keith McDonnel from Innate and Mick Parks of Parks and Wilson fame Baroque has spawned over 70 releases half a dozen artist and albums and the same again in mix compilations. With 3 other sub labels namely Method, Baroque Ltd and Wildchild and its own distribution company responsible for over 50 labels its easy to see why Baroque are one of the leading independent labels around. Expect to see Overdrive/Directions hitting the shelves in September of this year. Not one to rest on his laurels Chris has also just teamed up with the Punchfunk label home of such luminaries as Fergie and Dave Spoon. The single 'Truth' will come complete with a wicked remix from man of the moment John Gurd later this year. Finally Chris has teamed up with American born vocalist Marcie to record the sure fire hit 'Have to Have You' which is forthcoming on Tokio Records with remixes from Rob Mooney. To check samples from all Chris’s new releases go to his Myspace page. 12th May: Such A Good Feeling gets vinyl release Chris's latest cheeky offering "Such a Good Feeling" is now available on a limited vinyl only run. With the original still remaining a true house favourite, chris adds his own touch to this Brothers n Rhythm classic reviving it for the modern dancefloor, in a chunky electro style! Tom Novy and Alistair Whitehead are already supporting this hugely. You can order your copy from Juno Records 28th March: Vote for Chris Vote for Chris and Rise at this years Northern Ireland Dance Music Awards. To vote simply click here Fill in your details and vote for chris as best dj and Rise as best club night. Your votes would be very much appreciated. 21st March: Latest Single Info Breaking news on Chris latest single entitled "Default Solution". It has been snapped up by Italian label Sawdersawdust the track should be released on 30th April the release is digital only and will be distributed through DJ Download and Beatport The track features remixes from Bellini & Weller and Justin Xara. We will have audio up on the site as soon as we can. For further info check out www.sawdersawdust.com 20th March: Apology - Cargo's No Show Chris would like to apologise for not being able to appear on Friday 16th March at Digger, Krasnodar & Saturday 17th March at Greenwood, Sochi. This was due to an administrative error. 14th March: Radio Cargo Just a little update to tell that Chris has been mighty busy on the radio mix front as he continues his monthly Balance Record Pool Show(2nd Friday of ech month). Other mixes in the last few weeks from Chris have appeared on Steve Gerrard's Proton show, DJ Turbiner shows at www.radiodancemania.com & www.radiogetswild.com , DJ Massimo's radio show which can be found at www.magmaweb.it and forthcoming mixes will also appear on DTPM and djsinabox show also on Proton Radio. 12th March: St.Patrick’s Night Party @ Rise, The Basement Bar, Belfast St.Patrick’s Night Party Saturday 17th March 2007 @ THE BASEMENT BAR, BELFAST with Gavin Wilson, Gary Dickenson, Johnny Mc Kay, Greg Foster & Kevin McCool Over the last two years or more Rise has established itself as one of Belfast’s finest club nights, Set up by Chris Cargo in November 2004, Rise continues to promote Ireland’s finest djs as well as presenting some of the countries most up and coming artists. Know need for big name djs here just quality local talent. Set in the underground surroundings of The Basement Bar, Rise continues to go from strength to strength. To celebrate St.Patricks night we are bringing together some of Rise’s and Northern Irelands favourite djs. First up is Gavin Wilson, a seasoned veteran on the Belfast club circuit you can regularly find Gavin behind the turntables at Shine, Stiff Kitten and of course Rise at The Basement Bar. Joining Gavin is Gary Dickenson one off the provinces brightest young stars and a fledgling producer with tracks signed to Layo & Bushwack’s “Oblong” label and also Play Recordings. Plus Enniskillen born Greg Foster who’s quietly been making a name for himself in and around the djing fraternity, Derry lad Kevin McCool who’s been plying his trade at the likes of Celtronic and Inertia returns to drop some delicious house beats. Finally Johnny McKay whose skills impressed IDJ Magazine so much that he won there coveted mix of the month award and since then has been a regularly on the Rise one’s and two’s. Doors at the Basement open at 9pm Basement Bar, 18 Donegall Square East, For more information contact www.myspace.com/risebelfast 26th January: Re-Union Nite Part 2 @ Rise, The Basement Bar, Belfast Presents RE-UNION Saturday 3rd February 2007 @ The Basement Bar, Belfast Eamon Beagon, Mark Jackson, Jay Kay and Chris Cargo. Due to phenomenal demand of Augusts reunion party doors were closed at 10.30pm and unfortunately we turned away many disappointed people so it only seems right to have another, so on Saturday 3rd February Rise presents Re-Union part two. One of the most prominent city centre venues opened its doors in August 1994 and was an important development of House music in Belfast. Underground House music was the policy backed up by some of the cities finest djs including Eamon Beagon, Mark Jackson, Chris Cargo, Jay Kay and Dee McCauley. It regularly attracted capacity crowds and some of the world's finest djs such as Anthony Pappa, Dave Seaman, Nick Warren and Tall Paul to name but a few. It closed its doors in 2001, and although re-opening under different names after this it was never the Network Club. Most of the original residents are still plying there trade throughout the country some such as Chris Cargo have gone onto bigger and better things taking his sound throughout the world. Eamon Beagon has since retired and makes an all too rare appearance alongside Mark Jackson who’s now the top dj at Belfast’s uber cool Pothouse and Jay Kay who regularly plays out and about every week at some of Belfast’s top nights. One of of the finest House clubs in Belfast's musical heritage will provide the soundtrack to this unique event, spanning music from the era 1994-2001. This is set to be one of the best nights of the year (and this is only February) a second chance to rekindle memories of the legendary club nights of yesteryear, this is not just another classics night but a presentation of the music played between these years. The full line up is Eamon Beagon, Mark Jackson, Jay Kay and Chris Cargo. Capacity is very limited so early arrival is essential. Admission is £10 and doors are open 9pm till 2am Further info can be obtained by calling 07720442914 5th January: Ricky Stone & Kid Lopez Remix Out Now Chris's remix of Ricky Stone & Kid Lopez's H.M.N.Q. is now available via Beatport, Xpress Beats, DJ Download and Audiojelly. The Track is a release by Red Recordings Created by djs for djs, Red's purpose is to deliver tomorrow's music today, with an emphasis on the next generation of house artists. Spanning the genres from uplifting vocal cuts through to dark twisted main room grooves, Red has been created to cater for lovers of serious house music. H.M.N.Q. Features remixes from Tom Sawyer and Moussa clarke but it seems the outstanding electro-tinged workout delivered by Chris has fast become an office favorite at Red towers. You can download the MP3 now from djdownload.com Ricky Stone & Kid Lopez H.M.N.Q. (Chris Cargo Mix) Buy MP3 4th January: Happy New Year Hi everyone. Just a little line to wish everyone a happy new year. And to thank everyone for there continued support throughout the year. Chris.