Mark Camp (Astronout) has been producing an array of eclectic electronic music since 1984.
It started in his early days of High School. Performing at various venues in the south bay, Mark and a group of friends started a pop synth band that covered songs by OMD, Human League, and Depeche Mode.
Mark attended College where he studied music technology and discovered the endless possibilities of MIDI and Digital Audio. Gaining a reputable following in San Jose, Mark was producing industrial music (late 80’s) with a band called Factor One.
In 1991, looking for something new, Mark and a friend attended several legendary parties in San Francisco and discovered house music, techno, and ambient music. Suddenly with synths, a laptop, and piles of FX, Mark was getting booked in Ambient rooms making a name for himself and gaining respect for his obscure ambient soundscapes: Astronout was born!
Mark released his first Astronout 12” with then band mate Keith Krate. A two track ambient white label that is still in demand. Astronout music continued to grow as Mark collaborated with friends including legendary San Jose DJ, Dj Spun and Coutney Nielsen of Central Fire. The trio started EAC Records for the purpose of releasing their own music. Other releases include a 12” on Om recording artists Soulstice’s BCE Records, and tracks on various compilation cd’s including “Cali Drum and Bass” out on Max Music with friend Todd Mellors (saifir), and a track on the “Off The Streets” compilation on Ultraviolet Records. Mark has also worked with another popular San Jose DJ, Rick Preston, together producing some house tracks for various labels including Viva! And After Hours Records. Mark also has a guest spot on Smash Mouth’s Astro Lounge on Interscope Records.
Today you can find Astronout playing everywhere from posh art gallery openings, to glamorous lounges in and about San Francisco. To find out were he’s playing next and check out some fresh new tracks, please visit his site here - http://www.myspace.com/astronout
Astronout Discology
Astronout White Lable 12"
This is Acid - Big Fish Records 12"
Drop Till you Dance - Big Fish Records CD Compilation
A Terren Collective - Brain Candy Records 12"
EAC - EAC Records
EAC2 - EAC Records
Off the Streets - Ultraviolet Records CD Compilation
Cali Drum And Bass - Max Music CD Compilation (as Saifronout with Todd Mellors)
Astro Lounge - Smash Mouth on Interscope Guest spot.
Spring Fling - Viva Records 12" (with Rick Preston)
San Francisco Sessions Vol 1 - Om Records CD compilation Mixed by Mark Farina (with Rick Preston)
Abstraktions Volume 2 - Abstrakt Reality records CD Compilation
"Sick Synths" is...well...it's SICK. I love the electro feel of the kick with those Juno-106/TB-303ish lines. It's like an updated version of acid house from '88. Nice one!
hey unc whats up? i downloaded this music maker called Magix 15 its pritty cool for a beginner lol im making beats for a friend thats a rapper. so how are all of you guys doing?
This much anticipated release is the result of the ever growing popularity of the original version of Nate Metro's "Gato Means Cat". This inspired us at Soundfreq Music to release a remix album! The album features monster productions from Twisted Bitz (Nu Style Records), Matty Scoll (Shush Music), and Soundfreq Music's own J-Rokk and Steve Konkel. Buy them Sept. 21st at Juno Download exclusively.
Gato Means Cat (The Remixes) Genres: Track list: Gato Means Cat (Steve Konkel Mix) Gato Means Cat (Matty Scoll's Mean Kitty Mix) Gato Means Cat (Twisted Bitz Remix) Gato Means Cat (J-Rokk's Rokkin Remix)
Hey Mark, it's Jeff from Epiphyte Records & Test Press. Just wanted to let you know about the next Test Press. It will be on Thursday, August 6th @ Pyramind (832 Folsom). Hope to see you there & I encourage you to submit a track!
Don't forget to check out Dance Works vs Electro Mayhem TOMORROW night [Friday June 12th] @ The White Castle w/ DJ Erick Neutron of the Heist, Bulimiatron, DJ Rocke of Club Injected + many more! All Ages Event, Huge Dance Floor, Professional sound & Lighting. Free glow stick, giveaways + more! Only $5 w/ RSVP @ going.com before 9pm. Early Arrival is Strongly Suggested. This Event will sell out!
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