BLOG HOUSE MIX – Capturing the Late 00s Sound
DJ Set recorded live in July 2025 on the island of Florianópolis, southern Brazil. In the second half of the 2000s, I was swept up by a new musical wave that spread across the world, blending electronic music, indie rock, and pop. Back then, there wasn’t a specific name for it. Some called it New Rave, others Maximal, and some Electro-Rock. But over time, the term that perhaps best captures that moment became Blog House. It didn’t precisely define the genre’s sound but highlighted the role of the internet — especially music blogs and MySpace, which were instrumental in spreading this scene. Many of these tracks were made in a DIY spirit, with laptops and pirated software, in small studios or in apartment bedrooms. Some artists who are now mainstream emerged from this wave, with Justice perhaps being its most iconic representative. The French duo, signed to Ed Banger — the most emblematic and influential label of the Blog House era — embodied the energy and aesthetic of that period like no one else. Other names like Boys Noize, MSTRKRFT, Digitalism, Crookers, and Soulwax also helped shape the sound and spirit of the time. It was an intense era when genre-blending felt revolutionary: electronic music infused with rock’s rawness, pop’s fluidity, and a visual aesthetic marked by neon colors, pixel art, and the digital chaos of the early social media age. The parties had a chaotic, liberating energy, with dance floors where anything felt possible, reflecting the DIY spirit that democratized music production back then. Blog House has shaped my journey ever since and remains part of my musical identity. This week I released a set on my YouTube channel featuring tracks I see as essential from that time — or at least the ones I played most at parties back then. I hope listening gives you a taste of the aesthetic that defined the late 2000s. Thanks for listening, – Isaac Varzim Enjoy the music and don’t forget: • New videos every Monday and Thursday • Like, comment, share, and subscribe to support the channel ------------------------- • Booking & Contact: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com ------------------------- ◉ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY Join our community on Patreon to help keep the music alive. As a supporter, you’ll receive: • High-quality MP3 downloads of every set • Complete tracklists and Spotify playlists • Behind-the-scenes insights and much more • Access to our private WhatsApp group • Your name featured at the beginning of the video as a special thank you! Every contribution helps us grow and share more music with the world. https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim ------------------------ Want to learn how to DJ, produce your own music, or build your presence as a music creator? I offer private online lessons and mentorships designed for artists at all levels — whether you're just getting started or ready to take things further. You can choose between: • DJ Lessons • Music Production (Ableton Live) • Creative Mentorship for Music Creators (focused on content, YouTube, and strategy) The sessions are one-on-one, fully personalized, and designed to bring fast creative results. Learn more here: https://learnwithisaac.carrd.co/ Book a free trial session: https://forms.gle/jLipYWDzFikN9Lep8 ------------------------ ◉ BE A GROOVER, SUPPORT US: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim • PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=R7WW9KXBWBCM8 • PIX: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com • Merch Store: https://isaacvarzim.myspreadshop.com ◉ DOWNLOAD & TRACKLIST: For the complete tracklist, an exclusive Spotify playlist, and a 320kbps MP3 download of this set, visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim ◉ STAY CONNECTED: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaacvarzim • Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/isaacvarzim • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5swxhKkbV5mpUqqoYHBEy1 • Merch Store: https://isaacvarzim.myspreadshop.com • Booking & Contact: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com ◉ COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: All materials on this channel are copyrighted by their respective owners and used for informational purposes only. If you’re a copyright owner and don’t approve of the use of your material, please contact me, and I’ll remove it immediately.
DJ Set recorded live in July 2025 on the island of Florianópolis, southern Brazil. In the second half of the 2000s, I was swept up by a new musical wave that spread across the world, blending electronic music, indie rock, and pop. Back then, there wasn’t a specific name for it. Some called it New Rave, others Maximal, and some Electro-Rock. But over time, the term that perhaps best captures that moment became Blog House. It didn’t precisely define the genre’s sound but highlighted the role of the internet — especially music blogs and MySpace, which were instrumental in spreading this scene. Many of these tracks were made in a DIY spirit, with laptops and pirated software, in small studios or in apartment bedrooms. Some artists who are now mainstream emerged from this wave, with Justice perhaps being its most iconic representative. The French duo, signed to Ed Banger — the most emblematic and influential label of the Blog House era — embodied the energy and aesthetic of that period like no one else. Other names like Boys Noize, MSTRKRFT, Digitalism, Crookers, and Soulwax also helped shape the sound and spirit of the time. It was an intense era when genre-blending felt revolutionary: electronic music infused with rock’s rawness, pop’s fluidity, and a visual aesthetic marked by neon colors, pixel art, and the digital chaos of the early social media age. The parties had a chaotic, liberating energy, with dance floors where anything felt possible, reflecting the DIY spirit that democratized music production back then. Blog House has shaped my journey ever since and remains part of my musical identity. This week I released a set on my YouTube channel featuring tracks I see as essential from that time — or at least the ones I played most at parties back then. I hope listening gives you a taste of the aesthetic that defined the late 2000s. Thanks for listening, – Isaac Varzim Enjoy the music and don’t forget: • New videos every Monday and Thursday • Like, comment, share, and subscribe to support the channel ------------------------- • Booking & Contact: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com ------------------------- ◉ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY Join our community on Patreon to help keep the music alive. As a supporter, you’ll receive: • High-quality MP3 downloads of every set • Complete tracklists and Spotify playlists • Behind-the-scenes insights and much more • Access to our private WhatsApp group • Your name featured at the beginning of the video as a special thank you! Every contribution helps us grow and share more music with the world. https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim ------------------------ Want to learn how to DJ, produce your own music, or build your presence as a music creator? I offer private online lessons and mentorships designed for artists at all levels — whether you're just getting started or ready to take things further. You can choose between: • DJ Lessons • Music Production (Ableton Live) • Creative Mentorship for Music Creators (focused on content, YouTube, and strategy) The sessions are one-on-one, fully personalized, and designed to bring fast creative results. Learn more here: https://learnwithisaac.carrd.co/ Book a free trial session: https://forms.gle/jLipYWDzFikN9Lep8 ------------------------ ◉ BE A GROOVER, SUPPORT US: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim • PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=R7WW9KXBWBCM8 • PIX: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com • Merch Store: https://isaacvarzim.myspreadshop.com ◉ DOWNLOAD & TRACKLIST: For the complete tracklist, an exclusive Spotify playlist, and a 320kbps MP3 download of this set, visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/isaacvarzim ◉ STAY CONNECTED: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaacvarzim • Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/isaacvarzim • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5swxhKkbV5mpUqqoYHBEy1 • Merch Store: https://isaacvarzim.myspreadshop.com • Booking & Contact: djisaacvarzim@gmail.com ◉ COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: All materials on this channel are copyrighted by their respective owners and used for informational purposes only. If you’re a copyright owner and don’t approve of the use of your material, please contact me, and I’ll remove it immediately.