From: Argo (argo_at_speakeasy.net)
Date: 2004-09-22 21:22:13
Whats in this long ass shit???
- Random babble
- Xande Cruz & the Batukis
- Dj Krush
- Mojito
- Soul Samba
- Bugz in the Attic
- InLiquid
Hello folks... lotsa hot stuff happening in the twowunfive! (below)...
but first a couple quick items of note. Please check out my man Jneiro
Jarel. He is a hot producer/lyricist from Brooklyn/Philly who is about
to drop a couple of EPs on Rush Hour already getting play from the likes
of Jazzanova, Spinna, Marc De Clive Lowe, and others. His site just went
up at http://www.jneirojarel.com. Marc De Clive's Tide's Arising sampler
is the heat! Can never go wrong with Bembé... see
http://www.markdeclivelowe.net for sound samples and the Antipodean site
at http://www.antipodeanrecords.net. If you hadn't already had your eye
on the Sound In Color label check their site to be shocked and amazed
by some superdope design.. plus releases coming from Daz i Kue and
forthcoming GB LP. For those in Chicago... King Britt is taking his
Cosmic Lounge night on the road with a new monthly at Sonotheque
(http://www.sonotheque.org). Coming up for BrokeN'Beat Radio... guest
mixes by Daz i Kue, King Britt, Dj Sun of Soular Grooves in Houston
(http://www.soulargrooves.com), Ame of Sonar Kollektiv, Rui Torrinha of
Groovement in Portugal...and many more. Also a bbradio feature by Future
Elements in Cali (http://www.futureelements.ca) Special thanks to Rob of
Beats & Scratches for that. Check this crazy turntablist duo from
Vancouver, Canada and see http://www.beatsandscratches.com/bsmedia.htm
to download their brokenbeat style remixes of the Clash's Radio Clash
and Beatles Taxman...pretty damn funky.
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XANDE CRUZ & THE BATUKIS
Thursday, September 23 at Silk City
Xande Cruz and Batukis will make you dance again. Afro-Brazilian sounds
by live drums, vocals and electronics, with Argo on turntables.
Some info on Xande Cruz and the Batukis: a percussion based ensemble
performing unique grooves based on traditional Brazilian rhythms of
samba, baião, frevo, samba reggae, ijexá, coco, maracatu, etc. As a
percussionist, he performed with samba schools, in the US, Japan and
South Korea. Also, he has performed for Prince Andrew of Great Britain,
with Trey Anastasio of Phish at Radio City Music Hall, with various
Brazilian pop bands in the US and Brazil, African and Caribbean drum
ensembles. He also holds workshops and is involved in children’s
programs. It was while living in New York that he formed the percussion
ensemble, Batukis, which has continued promoting Afro-Brazilian roots
music in his unique style.
The group incorporates a variety beats from Rio, Bahia, and the
Northeast of Brazil. Depending on the venue, the ensemble includes from
3 to 10 percussionists and also features samba and afro-brazilian
dancers and capoeiristas. Batukis give an authentically modern
interpretation of Afro-Brazilian traditions covering many regions and
styles, from the beats to the dancers, from the players to the costumes.
Batukis unveils the Brazilian mystique in a powerful and captivating
performance!
Silk City - 5th and Spring Garden.
10 to 2 / 21+ / $5 cover
http://www.xandecruz.com
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DJ KRUSH
Friday, September 24th at Marathon @ Commerce Square
The guru of instrumental hip-hop is still going strong with the upcoming
release of his 8th full length record. Jaku is the name of his latest
work, a tome of peace and calm. Don't miss this chance to see the
Japanese DJ whiz in action in a venue that represents Jaku. DJ Krush,
playing in front of a fountain, surrounded by trees, in the center of a
major city. What!
Supported By
Silent Assassins "LIVE"
Featuring - Ghost/Turntable
Nomad/Triton and Laptop
Kiada/Vocals
Slaw/Percussion
Keen/MC
Shannon Swain/ Vocals
DJ Lowbudget of Hollertronix
Time/ Doors2 open @9pm 21+
Marathon Grill @ Commerce Square
2005 Market Street (between 20th & 21st. Look for the giant fountain)
Presented by BFK Multimedia, Reflective Multimedia, Substitution, and
Union 237
Tickets available at http://www.ticketleap.com
http://reflective.net/krush
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MOJITO
Saturday, September 25th at Marathon Grill
Postponed due to rain, this Saturday is the Mojito closing party. An
outdoor gathering under the stars with a special performance from Xande
Cruz and the Batukis with Argo, and guest djs...
Marathon Grill @ Commerce Square
2005 Market Street (between 20th & 21st. Look for the giant fountain)
Doors at 9
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SOUL SAMBA
Saturday October 2nd @ Silk City (5th and Spring Garden)
Starting October 2nd Soul Samba will be every 1st Saturday at Silk.
Heavy Brazilian & Latin flavor to brighten your spirits and futuristic
basslines to vibrate your booty. Plus Joni Love and Josh Robinson laying
down the live flavor... In store for Soul Samba: a Brazil vs Puerto Rico
night with special guest Juan Rojas (Amalgama Records) all the way from
San Juan... as well as Far Out Recording artist Troubleman, plus the one
they call dj KOJI
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BUGZ IN THE ATTIC / FIVE SIX RECORD RELEASE PARTY
Wednesday, October 6th @ Fluid Nightclub
Fivesixrecordings presents "This is What Radio Should Sound Like" record
release party. Celebrating the release of Fivesixrecordings label
sampler cd with djs King Britt, Dozia and very special guests... BUGZ IN
THE ATTIC. Orin and Daz-I-Kue will be representing the West London sound
lovely.
Fluid Nightclub - 613 S. 4th St - Philadelphia
Cover - $7 before 11pm, $10 after
http://www.fivesixrecordings.com
http://www.brokenbeatradio.com
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INLIQUID & SOUL SAMBA
Wednesday, October 13th - 199 Arch Street
InLiquid.com, a Philadelphia based nonprofit organization, shows an
extensive online collection of work by local, national, and
international artists to the public, while serving as a comprehensive,
free-access hub for regional art activities.
Not merely an online presence, InLiquid also sponsors a continuing
series of "real world" exhibitions and events, which facilitate direct
community involvement with Philadelphia's vital arts scene. On
Wednesday, October 13th, from 5:30 -8 :30 they will be hosting a special
preview reception for its fifth annual silent auction event, being held
this year at the National Products Building, the fabulous orange
marble-clad landmark in Old City. InLiquid's event will be the last
opportunity to visit this modern landmark prior to its partial
demolition and reconstruction into condos.
The private October 13th reception will offer you a chance to come see
an exhibition of works by many of our region's notable artists, and
preview auction items prior to the main public event on the following
evening. You'll also be able to get a jump on the auction competition by
placing advance bids on the auction items.
The National Products Building is on Second Street between Arch and Race
Streets (entrance at 199 Arch Street). A suggested donation of $10 is
requested, and the evening will include refreshments and music by Soul
Samba.
Soul Samba, is the fusion of live musicians and a DJ providing classic
and modern bossa nova, house, broken beat with a latin flavor. This
award winning (2001 City Paper's Readers Choice for best monthly party)
collective consists of 2 DJs, Botany 500 and Argo, Josh Robinson on
percussion and Joni Love on sax, flute & trumpet.
http://www.inliquid.com
http://www.cuerecords.com