- Jody Wisternoff has without a doubt mixed one of the sleeper hits of the year with Way Out There. Jody, one half of the incredibly successful production duo Way Out West, is often overlooked when it comes to his talents behind the decks due to his incredible skill when it comes to production. It must be said, however, that his DJ’ing is just as impressive. Jody has been a DJ since the early 90’s, playing at large raves in the UK such as Universe. He has also maintained residencies at Lakota in Bristol as well as Club UK in London. This little brief history lesson about Jody should tell you one thing, the man can definitely work magic when it comes to DJ’ing, and this mix is a reflection of his ability to send a crowd in to a frenzy!
We move on to the Way Out There, and let me say, it’s a good mix, very good in fact. It begins with the breathtaking “Life” by G-Pal. The deep baseline of Medicine’s “Aspirin” also hits you early in the mix while those of you that experienced Sasha’s NYE gig in Sydney will be well familiar with the PFN Vs. The Light’s mix of Banco De Gaia’s - “Obsidian”, which also features early in the mix. Immediately following, Jody slows the tempo with Chiller Twists “Driver’s of the Deep”, a tune with a gorgeous melody and luscious strings – simply brilliant!! The mix progresses smoothly until Jody hits you with Luke Slater’s “Love”, which again brilliantly slows the tempo and sends you to the stars. The mix ends with “Stillsuit” by 2 Sinners, a vocal end to a brilliant mix by Jody.
With summer just on the doorstep for Australian readers, Way Out There is a highly recommended album for the sunny weather ahead. For those who have just experienced summer and are feeling down at the prospect of colder weather, the sounds of Jody should definitely bring a smile to your face!
Tracklisting:
1. Life / G-Pal
2. Dub Me Sumtin Fresh / Halo & Hipp_e
3. Junior Aspirin / Medicine
4. Hold Tight / Kerbcrawler
5. Obsidian / Banco de Gaia
6. Drivers of the Deep / Chiller Twist
7. Oiseau Bleu / Birdy
8. Crazy People (Quivver mix) / 3 Monkeys
9. Highjackers / Glen Masters
10. Mindcircus (way out west club mix) / Way Out West
11. Love / Luke Slater
12. Travelogue / Loafer
13. Radio Babylon / Meat Beat Manifesto
14. First Light / Ogneki Clinic
15. Stillsuit / 2 Sinners