Name: Markus Malvisalo
DJ-name: Åke Kanaria
Years in operation: can’t remember
Three essential records: I have to say Chemical Brothers – Dig Your Own Hole, Daft Punk – Homework and Jimmy Castor Bunch – It’s Just Begun
Why did you originally wanted to become a DJ: It’s fun to play good music.
What’s the hottest thing around right now: Summer

Also something of a founding member, Åke Kanaria handles both the biz and the music aspects of Plauge. When it comes to music, Markus is all about that funky ish, being a fan of 70′s funk and hip hop from early on. Recently he’s gotten more into the ghetto-er side of things and is digging on some African stuff right now, after he went there for a bit. However, like many of the Plaugeites, mr. Kanaria doesn’t limit himself to much of anything and digs on mostly any kinda good music. He’s a quintessential member of Plauge and definitely has all the qualifications for the job, which mostly consist of the ability and willingness to boogie down.

Playlist (May 2010)

1. Aloe Blacc – I need A dollar

2. Grand Puba -  Don’t waste my time

3. Big Daddy Kane -  Smooth Operator

4. Junior Kelly – Korruption

5. Gentleman feat. Barrington Levy & Daddy Rings – Caan Hold Us Down

6. Yasuko Agawa – L.A. Night (JimmyTheTwin Edit)

7. George Duke  – i Want you for myself

8. Syl Johnson – Ms Fine Brown Frame (Flatwound edit)

9. One People Productions – Hornsman Version

10. Main Source – Live at the BBQ