Ottawa Prog Vibes 254 – Dominic Ortega (London, UK)

Ottawa Prog Vibes 254 – April 20th 2024 Guest DJ: Dominic Ortega (London, UK) TRACKLIST Leo Baroso – Lust (Original Mix) Ivan Aliaga – Lonely World (Original Mix) Analog Jungs – Centaurus (Original Mix) Wawda & Mulo – Modrina (Original Mix) Not Demure – The Midnight Gospel (Original Mix) Dowden – Rost (Original Mix) RYAN (CU) – Nirvana (Hobin Rude Remix) Scotty.A – Sense of an Ending (Original Mix) Kasper Koman – Sinking Sky (Original Mix) Ivan Pogrebniak - What Do You Say (Original Mix) Paul Thomas – Belle (Extended Mix) Hraach – Pigments (Original Mix) Framewerk – Metropolis (Remastered) Dominic’s journey into the world of electronic music commenced at a tender age of 16, immersed in the vibrant UK rave scene of the 90s. From clandestine gatherings to illegal events, his fascination with electronic sound deepened, evolving over time through genres like Trance, Garage, and Drum & Bass. However, it was the discovery of the ’Global Underground’ compliation series and influential DJs, namely Sasha, John Digweed, Paul Oakenfold, and Nick Warren, that solidified his passion for progressive house. Amidst the pandemic’s constraints, Dominic seized the opportunity to delve into DJing, capitalizing on the surplus of time afforded by lockdowns. Equipped with a DJ controller and a selection of progressive and melodic house tracks, he embarked on a transformative journey. Recognized within the UK community as the ’ProgMelodic’ protagonist, Dominic stands at the intersection where Progressive and Melodic House cross paths and where the lines become blurred. His sets are characterized by a seamless fusion of atmospheric elements, fostering a distinctive sonic identity that captivates listeners with its provocative, uplifting, and emotive allure. Dominic holds esteemed online residencies with platforms such as Saturo Sounds, Organic Deep House Radio, Subcode, and Underground Kollektive. He regularly plays his ’ProgMelodic’ sound across the underground events circuit of London.