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Christian in the Mix

From Scarlett Point to Buenos Aires

Christian Steriopulos

Christian tells us how his passion for progressive house music has been inspired by the atmospheric Manx landscape.

I first got interested in house music listening to DJs such as Sasha, Pete Tong and Paul Oakenfold. They could be heard regularly on Radio 1 via the Essential Selection and latterly the Essential Mix.

Christian relaxing at Scarlett

The music was fresh, new and a bit rebellious.

I was living up near South Barrule at the time and the music seemed to complement and even enhance the landscapes. Soon after I bought a pair of record decks and started to mix music.

Through University I met up with a whole new group of people who were interested in the same style of music.

"It is quite humbling the DJs I was inspired by are now playing our records."
Christian Steriopulos

It was at this time that the dream of starting my own label began to seem a possibility. In the early 2000s I started up my own project called Source of Gravity.

With the new digital era someone with a laptop and access to the Internet can listen to my tracks anywhere in the World. This meant that I could run the label from the Isle of Man.

The music we are making could be enjoyed sat on a beach at Fleshwick or going for a walk in a plantation, not just in nightclubs, as it complements most situations.

Sunset at Scarlett Point

One of our latest releases is called Scarlett Point and has been played by some of the biggest DJs in the industry. Steve McGrath, a local DJ/producer worked with me on the track, and Sterio & McGrath – Scarlett Point was born.

Scarlett Point Photographs

The inspiration behind source of Gravity's latest release.

Photographs of Scarlett Point >

It is quite humbling the DJs I was inspired by are now playing our records.

Some people on the Island may not know much about my music and Source of Gravity, but Paul Van Dyk regularly plays our records in his sets and he has been voted the World’s no 1 by DJ Magazine in the World for the last 2 years.

My aim for the future is to keep releasing, making and producing quality music, whilst travelling with the project.

last updated: 04/04/2008 at 12:21
created: 03/08/2007

Have Your Say

Which other songs have been inspired by the Manx landscape?

Robert
Your inspiration is one that would benefit loads of youngsters here and abroad

Gary
The internet is a fantastic tool for Manx musicians. In the past the Irish Sea was a major barrier to getting Manx talent noticed, but now that's closed right up. Top stuff indeed.

Chris Sterio
Next Navigation party i am playing in Castletown is the Ship Inn (top room) - 3rd May - 9pm onwards....

Chris Sterio
Thanks for all the support for the article, i've just been out the USA playing at events and producing some new music. Happy to say Sterio & McClellan - Langness is close to completion and always got a great reaction @ Tutto Mundo, Charlotte, NC....

billy sweeney
Nice one my son. Keep it up.

Billie ;-)
Well done! keep up the good work!

Steve Ormerod
Point Scarlett by ex-local Christine Collister

MC Langness
These tunes are wicked. Keep it real and play out.

Christian Steriopulos
Thanks for all the comments. I have a weekly radio show on www.clubiom.co.uk - Blast Furnace Presents - 6pm every Saturday

Degz
This is seriously good music. Play a set out if you get the chance. It would be so good to get all the people who stand at the side of dance floors to have a dance. I agree that dance music can be enjoyed far away from a crowded club as well. Keep going with the music.

Gary
Great piece. Stez, you deserve all the credit you are getting. Reminds me of when you started (1994?)..and those words of Pete Tong on Radio 1: "Wishing Sterio good luck on his new turntables, from Gary and the Isle of Man GANG!". Classic

The Milhausen
Nice Work Mr. Sterio!!

Christian Steriopulos
Thanks for the great feedback. I'll pass it on to Steve as well. With regards to playing out i have in the past but there's nothing much club wise going on the Isle of Man at the moment. Email me at sourceofgravity@manx.net if you would like some tracks etc.

Naomi
Just YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Isle of Man finally looking cool. Keep it going. We are not all living in the 18th Century. We do love dance music too.

Gemma Cooil
At last somone is showcasing genuine Manx talent. There is more to this place than meets the eye. The talent is there.We need to do more to encourage these young creative people back to the Island and support them.

Gareth Stephens
I never even heard this style of music before. I would definately like to hear more.

Kim Harper
Love the tunes. Can I buy this on your website?

Lucy S
Wow this music is brilliant

Jannah Ingrim
I live at Scarlett and this music is superb. Well done Christian.

Zara
Do you play in any of the clubs? The tunes are so relaxing.

Howie
At last good dance music in the Isle of Man!!!!!!

Jill Kinvig
After living in England and just moving back to the Island it is so good to hear that there is this level of music being produced on the Island.Christian you have a real talent keep up the good work.Do you ever play out on the island?

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