AUX88 VINYL RELEASES
ABOUT AUX88
From the eastside of Detroit Michigan, AUX88 is an electronic band composed of the duo TOMTOM (Tommy Hamilton) and POSATRONIX (William “BJ” Smith). Globally recognized as the pioneers of the electro music genre, the group’s founding also included members Keith Tucker and Anthony Horton. Hamilton and Smith continue as AUX88’s final members, cultivating new talent, producing new music and touring worldwide.
AUX88 has released some of their most iconic records to date, primarily on 430 West and Direct Beat Records, including “Direct Drive,” “My Aux Mind,” “I Need to Freak,” “Shake it” and “Play it Loud.” Their debut album “Bass Magnetic” was released in 1993, followed by “Is It Man or Machine?” in 1996. From 1999 to 2005, AUX88 would release a CD in the “Electro Boogie’ series of mixed albums, their self-titled third album “AUX 88,” and “Black Tokyo” and “Mad Scientist.”
As one of the world’s leading electronic music producers, AUX88 has solidified its place in history for its impressive contributions to Detroit techno and the global electronic music scene.
Now embarking on a new chapter, AUX88 is shifting towards mentoring aspiring artists and engaging in community outreach and education while continuing to make their mark on the electronic music landscape. Their mission is to create an exciting new era in electronic music by paving the way for the next generation of musicians.