KULTURSZENE: KATE SIMKO, M. QUIET, 31AVAS (Branx, 320 SE 2nd) Based out of Chicago, Kate Simko is at the forefront of a new generation of techno DJs that prefer to reel in the ridiculous excesses of the genre, in exchange for some intelligent mixes and restrained DJ flair. Simko’s work behind the tables relies on a foundation of stylish, minimalistic beats, tempered rhythms, and enough thumping bass to keep things bumping all night long. Consider her the thinking woman’s DJ, one who keeps the dance floor moving without ever dumbing it down. For her DJ work, and collaboration with Chilean Andres Bucci in Detalles, Simko has assembled a bevy of cooing press clips, this preview being just one of many. EAC

Whaaa? This isn’t white dude indie rock. Electronic music on a Mercury blog? What’s next? Tornadoes in Vancouver?

MP3:
Kate Simko - Live at Techno Sol, Portland, OR (1/25/07)