Discotechtronica Ft: James Teej (Sleeping Language), Primitive

Schedule

Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 am

UTC-07:00
Location

The Downbeat event centre | Victoria, BC

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Shimmering nudisco grooves, evolving into deep techno, hypnotic progressive and immersive electronica, the finest underground selections.
About this Event

Saturday August 1st

9pm-2am

$10 Early Supporter

$15 Advance

$25 Door


Sleeping Language and The Downbeat Present:

Discotechtronica Volume 1

Ft:

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James Teej (Sleeping Language)

Primitive

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Join us for Discotechtronica Volume 1 — an eclectic underground musical journey curated by James Teej and Primitive.

This special night takes you on a musical journey through the finest of underground electronica. From shimmering nudisco grooves, evolving into deep techno, hypnotic progressive and immersive electronica, nothing but the finest underground selections.

A night dedicated to deep listening and dance floor connection


JAMES TEEJ

https://soundcloud.com/jamesteej

https://www.instagram.com/jamesteej/


James Teej, a Grammy-nominated (2017 Best Remixed Recording) Canadian electronic music artist, producer, and DJ currently based in Victoria, British Columbia, has built a distinguished 30-year career that has elevated him to one of Canada’s most respected figures in the global underground electronic scene. Known for his boundary-pushing sound that seamlessly spans house, techno, and electronica, Teej has released music on some of the world’s most respected imprints, including Rekids, Crosstown Rebels, Get Physical, Rebirth, No.19 Music, and Sasha’s Last Night On Earth.

His two critically acclaimed solo albums and contributions to prestigious compilations like Fabric and Global Underground (mixed by Jamie Jones and Dave Seaman) underscore his consistent creative output. As a highly sought-after remixer and collaborator, Teej has worked with legends such as Paul McCartney & Wings, Moby, Sasha, Trentemøller, Timo Maas, and Hernán Cattáneo, earning widespread respect from peers and top-tier DJ support from Pete Tong, Carl Cox, Laurent Garnier, Jamie Jones, Maceo Plex, Damian Lazarus, and many others. His innovative productions and remixes continue to resonate across the international underground landscape.

An accomplished live performer, James has graced the decks of iconic venues worldwide, including Fabric (London), Panorama Bar (Berlin), DC10 (Ibiza), Warung (Brazil), Rex Club (Paris), and Output (New York), as well as major festivals like Zoo Project. With an ever-growing global following, Teej remains dedicated to crafting deeply emotive electronic music that transcends borders, cultures, and dance floors alike.


PRIMITIVE

https://soundcloud.com/primitivehustle

https://www.instagram.com/primitivehustle


There’s nothing ancient about Primitive’s sound or technique. Pushing the DJ and rave lifestyle in the Pacific Northwest since 2000, supporting the music community by creating a slew of residencies, coordinating gigs for other DJs, promoting shows and developing the community through platforms like Party People Sound Solutions, Primitive Hustle, Footwork Entertainent, The Valley Stage (Tall Tree Music Fest), and PK Sound Victoria. Primitive currently finds himself in full flow state as the Music Director at The Downbeat nightclub. Check the links, theres plenty of sets from jams like Tall Tree, Shambhala, Soundwave, Rifflandia, Song & Surf, 5 Acre Shaker and numerous club and rave appearances.

All Primitive ever wanted was to rock a party and he is guaranteed to create a sweaty mess on the dance floor. A DJ’s DJ that can burn down any dance, don't sleep when Primitive get's behind the decks.

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Where is it happening?

The Downbeat event centre, 1325 Government Street, Victoria, Canada

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