Jokers of the Scene
Encyclopedia
Jokers of the Scene, composed of Linus Booth (also known as DJ Booth) and Chris Macintyre (also known as Chameleonic), are a Canadian Techno
/Electronic
production and DJ duo. Initially formed in Ottawa
, Ontario in 2003 as loft party disc jockeys; they evolved into a full-time partnership after signing a recording deal with Fool's Gold Records
in 2007. Currently based in Toronto
, the duo has been described by Spinner Magazine as “some of the most serious party-rocking DJs and remixers in [Canada], Jokers of the Scene have come of age with their early '90s techno-influenced DJing style.”
In 2011, Britain's NME Magazine voted their remix of Salem
's "Asia" #19 on their "50 Best Remixes Ever" list.
Techno
Techno is a form of electronic dance music that emerged in Detroit, Michigan in the United States during the mid to late 1980s. The first recorded use of the word techno, in reference to a genre of music, was in 1988...
/Electronic
Electronica
Electronica includes a wide range of contemporary electronic music designed for a wide range of uses, including foreground listening, some forms of dancing, and background music for other activities; however, unlike electronic dance music, it is not specifically made for dancing...
production and DJ duo. Initially formed in Ottawa
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital of Canada, the second largest city in the Province of Ontario, and the fourth largest city in the country. The city is located on the south bank of the Ottawa River in the eastern portion of Southern Ontario...
, Ontario in 2003 as loft party disc jockeys; they evolved into a full-time partnership after signing a recording deal with Fool's Gold Records
Fool's Gold Records
Fool's Gold Records is an independent record label based in Brooklyn, New York.- History :It was founded in 2007 by DJs A-Trak and Nick Catchdubs, introducing singles from artists including Kid Cudi and Kid Sister...
in 2007. Currently based in Toronto
Toronto
Toronto is the provincial capital of Ontario and the largest city in Canada. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. A relatively modern city, Toronto's history dates back to the late-18th century, when its land was first purchased by the British monarchy from...
, the duo has been described by Spinner Magazine as “some of the most serious party-rocking DJs and remixers in [Canada], Jokers of the Scene have come of age with their early '90s techno-influenced DJing style.”
In 2011, Britain's NME Magazine voted their remix of Salem
Salem (Michigan band)
Salem is a US-midwest band from Traverse City and Chicago, composed of John Holland, Heather Marlatt, and Jack Donoghue. The band's debut release, Yes I Smoke Crack, was released on Acéphale in summer 2008 - the EP, gaining fast popularity, sold out in pre-sales. Salem formed in Chicago in 2006,...
's "Asia" #19 on their "50 Best Remixes Ever" list.
Extended Plays
- Joking Victim - EP (2010)
- Revolting Joks (2010)
- Baggy Bottom Boys (Remixes) (2009)
- Acid Bag (2008)
- Y’all Know the Name - EP (2008)
Compliations
- Fool’s Gold Vol. 1 (2010)
- Scion Sampler, Vol. 22: Fool's Gold Remixed (2008)
External links
- http://www.soundcloud.com/Jokers-of-the-Scene
- http://www.foolsgoldrecs.com