We’re well and truly into October, with the clocks due to go back in just a few weeks time… so naturally we’re feeling like spending some time - a lot of time - in the cinema. Now in its 22nd edition, In-Edit brings the best music documentaries to Barcelona from 23rd October to 3rd November. Below you’ll find a selection of our tips for Sónar fans, as well as an exclusive discount. Gary Hustvit’s live remix of his documentary EnoOn Wednesday 30th October at 21:30, in what will be the European premiere of his documentary on British composer Brian Eno, director Gary Hustvit will remix his film live on stage, using artificial intelligence technology. Throughout his career, Brian Eno challenged paradigms, and Hustvit has done exactly the same with Eno. His documentary is a ‘partially random mosaic’, which uses bespoke AI software to remix interviews and archive footage of the composer, so that no two screenings are ever exactly the same. Don’t want to miss it? Here’s an exclusive discount code for Sónar fans that gives you 10% off your ticket:
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To redeem your discount, enter this code in the box labelled “Do you have any discount coupon?”, when buying your ticket. More information and tickets here. Antón Álvarez (C. Tangana) makes his big-screen debut with La guitarra flamenca de Yerai CortésThe directorial debut of Antón Álvarez (better known as C. Tangana) revolves around “a family secret that must not be revealed”, part of the private life of Alicante-born flamenco guitarist Yerai Cortés. More information and tickets here.The guitarist will also perform live in Barcelona on Wednesday 13th November at Paral·lel 62, in a show jointly produced by Sónar and Barcelona Jazz Festival. Tickets are on sale here.More friends of Sónar at In-Edit 2024The list of familiar faces for Sónar fans at In-Edit 2024 doesn’t end there. La Joia: Bad Gyal follows the star born just up the coast in Vilassar de Mar, with 92 minutes filmed in Barcelona, Miami, and everywhere in between. ZEF - The Story of Die Antwoordtells the story of the South African rap-rave duo. DEVO captures the subversive essence of the pioneering electronic punk band and their impact on the art of the music video. And Il segreto di Liberato looks to unravel the intricate personal universe of the mysterious singer from Naples.And that’s just a taste of what’s on offer at the Mooby Aribau cinema from 23rd October to 3rd November. Check out the full In-Edit 2024 programme here.See you at the cinema!
Ivet Barbero doesn’t hide that Spacer, her DJ name, is directly inspired by Charlie’s ‘Spacer Woman', the track that she used closed her debut at Sónar earlier this year.: “For me, it represents an identity that encompasses everything that fascinates me: space; the universe; and futuristic, cyberpunk aesthetics.”
SonarMix 052 is a recording of her set, and the very first set, at SonarPub on Friday Night at Sónar 2024. “That Sónar supports local artists and provides visibility for the city's talents is something very meaningful and valuable,” she says. She designed her mix to “tell a story centred on space,” working with visual artist Fredonné to create “a narrative that tells the tale of a space woman”, a being who “travels from loneliness and misunderstanding during her cosmic odyssey,” as she seeks “freedom among the stars through the power of music, love and dance.”Spacer never likes to stick to her comfort zone... and this set was no exception. In the opening 20 minutes alone, she moves from Leftfield’s vintage ragga energy to Trickpony’s warm grooves and Sound Virus’ sensual acid. As she says, “Every set is an opportunity to learn and create unique atmospheres that connect emotionally with people, looking beyond genres.”
It’s that connection that has always driven the Catalan to try to “communicate and reach people through music.” And although on stage, with her mum dancing in the front row, everything happened in “the blink of an eye”, she thinks of her debut at Sónar as “a reward for all the effort” she’s put in. “It showed me that with dedication and by staying true to yourself, dreams can come true.”Tracklist:Leftfield - 21st Century PoemEffective Force - NighthawkLeftfield - Inspection (Check One)Trickpony - Sponsored RitualSound Virus - ContinuumGazaebal - SpiralD.A.T.A - Extroscopic (Trancextro Scopic)Viikatory - Out of ThoughtsGrischerr - Out Of The BlueE-control - Lunar LandingRadioactiveman - Sonic PortalL.B.Dub Corp - KrankBassrace - Futurama (hold it, held it, lost it)Sansibar - ElasticLuke Vibert - Breakbeat Metal MusicFear-E - Party Crew Go WildMegalon - MachineInterferon - Blasting SoulSaurus - Futureless (6am Mix)Nicola Cruz - Pulse MotionZeta Reticula - An Activity CycleCharlie ft. Lury Lech - Spacer Woman (Valentino Kanzyani Rework)
