Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 (edited) SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29th Make it Funky Presents... www.makeitfunky.ca PHAT CONDUCTOR CD RELEASE PARTY FOR HOME SKOOL featuring special guests: HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER live, DR DFUNKT live, PLUS DJs STEPHANE VERA & FARBSIE vs. MEZ THE RIVOLI - 322- Queen St. W www.rivoli.ca Tickets $10 at the door or online at www.nufunk.ca & www.ticketweb.ca R.O.A.R., PLUR, 19+event (Id required) Join the collective www.myspace.com/makeitfunky or confirm your attendance on facebook: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=6733134579&ref=mf THE LINE UP The Phat Conductor www.thephatconductor.com www.myspace.com/thephatconductor www.promorecords.ca The artist, instructor and dreadlock genius known as The Phat Conductor is set for a tour from Halifax to Santa Cruz in support of his first album titled “Home Skoolâ€. The Phat Conductor has been bubbling under since he was named in URB Magazine’s "Next 100" a few years back and his debut album is a collage of his best work over the last half decade. It was recorded live in front of a screaming crowd at the 2007 Evolve festival in Nova Scotia and the album boasts collaborations with no less than 9 other artists. Having The Phat Conductor at the controls of a project with so much collaborative work is suiting since his spare time is spent as a self-made “Abelton Live†instructor. “Live†is an all-in-one music production, editing and performance software that has put an unparalleled amount of power into the hands of aspiring artists around the world. It is also the program that was used in the recording of this album. When asked what “Home Skool†means to him: “This album is basically a chronicle of me learning to write music. I signed my first record deal after writing just 2 tunes, so I had to learn and develop my sound much more publicly than other producers. This album is a compilation of all the singles I did during that process. Home skool also refers to my disdain for the ridiculous dichotomy of 'old' vs 'nu' school in music, fuck that shit, I'm home skool baby!†High Plains Drifter www.highplainsdrifter.ca High Plains Drifter is a eclectic collective who's funk and world beat live performances are captivating audiences across Canada. Leaning towards original jazz-funk, fusion and world music, High Plains Drifter is a groove force who's goal is to keeps dancehalls packed and bodies in constant motion. High Plains Drifter draws inspiration from artists as diverse as James Brown, Breakestra Orchestra and Wes Montgomery. The group, known for their unpredictable stage show, has enjoyed collaborations with musicians from all over Canada. Formed in 2003 at Nova Scotia's premier Jazz School, High Plains Drifter has performed at the Evolve Festival, Halifax Jazz Festival, Come Together Festival and clubs across Central and Eastern Canada. In 2005, the band under the tutleage of Jay Cleary relocated to Toronto where they have become a staple on the summer festival and Toronto funk-rock scene. Known for unpredictable and spontaneous collaborations, High Plains Drifter 's sound knows no boundaries of sonic exploration and discovery. High Plains Drifter has colloborated with members of Wassabi Collective, The Jimmy Swift Band, King Sunshine, God Made Me Funky, Slowcoaster, Chameleon Project, DJ Rainforce, Diesel Dog, Mark Wilson and the way it is, Gisto, Resinators, Irie Band, Caution Jam, Andru Branch and the Halfway Tree and many other instrumentalists. Dr. Dfunkt Halifax FUNK: FIRST TIME IN TORONTO! www.drdfunkt.com www.myspace.com/drdfunkt The doctor's always on call... Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. dFunkt is one of the few Canadian acts producing original funk music. In just two years, Dr. dFunkt has released two albums, Nuerotik (2004) and Running Hot (2006). The title track from Running Hot was nominated for Urban Single of the Year at the 2007 East Coast Music Awards. Where Nuerotik was a loop-based eloctro-funk treat, Running Hot delivered a live-off-the-floor funk-rock masterpiece. Still the common thread is the tastefully catchy musicianship of Kamran Abdi - whose dark and funky grooves with soulfully melodic vocals are his trademark. A prolific songwriter, Abdi has written almost all of the material for the next Dr. dFunkt album, which he describes as “perfectly funky pop-rock.†Born in Pakistan, raised in Saudi Arabia, and educated in North America, Kamran Abdi uses the principles of funk music to incorporate his diverse influences. Their tough rhythms and killer riffs have been rocking shows throughout Atlantic Canada. This is their first Toronto appearance! STEPHANE VERA www.nicesmooth.com/teknostep www.myspace.com/stephanevera Stephane Vera (known to many as Teknostep) is a widely skilled and prolific session player, producer, DJ and remixer. Though born in Geneva, Switzerland, and raised in France, Vera has called Toronto his home since 1997; having also previously lived in New York, Ottawa, and Montreal. Having been a piano and drum teacher at the Royal Conservatory of Music for 5 years, his innate talent and polished skills are undisputed. Throughout his childhood, Vera was a student of a wide range of instruments, and his original musical productions continue to enhance the just perception that he is a steady riser in the world of song. In his wealth of musical experience and contribution, Vera has been a radio host (on CKCU 93.1 FM + CHUO 89.1 FM - until 1997), keyboardist for Roy Davis Jr (since 1996), keyboardist and founding member of Toronto's original live house band, Galactica Blast (established in 1996), composer for film & television, and has over 50 singles and compilation appearances, on an extensive list of labels: Fabric (England), ZYX (England), Universal (Germany), Sony BMG (Germany + Canada), Casa Rosso (Germany), Combination (Germany), Blitz (Sweden), Soulstar (Italy), Journees (San Francisco), Tuningspork (Philadelphia), Nite Life Collective (Chicago), Large (Chicago), Undaground Therapy (Chicago), Headphoniq (Chicago), PolyGram (Canada), Fossilfuel (Ottawa), Nice+Smooth (Toronto), Stickman (Toronto), Spot (Toronto), Chair (Toronto), and Hi-Bias (Toronto), amongst others. Recently, Vera has been a very busy body, with several projects on the go. He's played keys on Roy Davis Jr's newest album; performed spoken-word (mc) and played keys on Rise Ashen's new album; he's working on a new compilation CD for Nice+Smooth; a full-length album for Harley & Muscle's Little Angel Records (Milan, Italy); a new compilation CD (with Noah Frank) for Play Records; an EP with Coppe' (Tokyo, Japan); a 12" with Abeté (Eminem + King Sunshine vocalist); he has signed two EP's to Digital Soul (Essex, UK); and he's working on a full-length album (with DJ Shine) for Nice+Smooth! Did you get all of that? He's also remixing tracks for P'taah (Chris Brann), Ivana Santilli, Speakwave (Detroit techno), and Jordan Fields (Chicago house). You'll be hearing a lot from Stéphane Vera, so stayed tuned - Left Of The Dial. [WORDS: MdB, Klublife Magazine] DJ FARBSIE www.makeitfunky.ca Captain Farbsie is a walking musical encyclopaedia. He is the Creative Director of "Make it Funky" underground concert movement and has been hosting & rock'n parties for many years. Some featured Make it Funky acts that put us on the map include: Afrika Bambaataa, Z-Trip, Moses Mayes, Krafty Kuts, God Made me Funky, DJ Czech, The Jimmy Swift Band, and Fort Knox five to name a few. Make it Funky collective continues to grow with quality sound and vibe... DJ MEZ www.myspace.com/djmez www.makeitfunky.ca Make it Funky is a Canadian based Nu Funk; Mid tempo Breaks, Rare Retro Grooves DJ/Turntablism, concert experience. Focusing on introducing new talent both live band and dj alike to the Toronto area, Make It Funky has quicky become the promo team towatch for. The combination of live acts with international djs hashelped to create a fresh new scene with a open-minded vibe. Some of the outstanding acts presented to date include: DJ Krafty Kuts (Brighton, UK), Afrika Bambaata (NYC), Malente (Hamburg, Germany) Freddy Fresh (Mineapolis), DJ Czech (Vancouver, BC), Mat The Alien (Whister, BC), Greg J (San Francisco, CA), Vinyl Ritchie (Victoria), Fort Knox Five (Washington, DC), Wax Romeo (Calgary, AB), Smalltown DJs (Calgary, AB), A-Skillz (Brighton, UK), All Good Funk Alliance (Washington, DC), MC Killa Kella (London, UK), DJ Love (Colorado, US), The Jimmy Swift Band (Halifax, NS), God Made Me Funky (Toronto, ON), King Sunshine (Toronto, ON), High Plains Drifter (Toronto, ON), Chameleon Project (Toronto, ON), Moses Mayes (Winnepeg, MB), Kobayashi (Montreal, PQ), Quartertones (Toronto,ON) Elastocitizens (Toronto, ON)... and the list goes on! And it all started by a group of fans who had the foresight and determination to bring the Canadian underground live funk scene & burgeoning international mid-tempo break scenes together, re-definining dj & live events in Toronto. More information and Group tickets can be arranged by emailing makeitfunkyparty@hotmail.com presented in association with: www.nufunk.ca www.myspace.com/nufunk and www.promorecords.ca www.myspace.com/recordspromo Edited December 23, 2007 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Chameleon Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 NIce! I saw the Phat Conductor at Footwork on Saturday in support of the Bassbin Twins and he was killer!This will be a hot show... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 check out High Plains Drifter's newest tune on their myspace:www.highplainsdrifter.ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2007 Dr. Dfunkt has also updated songs on their myspace: www.myspace.com/drdfunkt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2007 Tracklist: 1. The Phat Conductor "Home Skool Album Intro" 2. Dave Dub & The Phat Conductor "Well Fed" (previously unreleased) 3. The Phat Conductor "Garage Sale Symphony" (previously unreleased) 4. Dave Dub & The Phat Conductor "Dead Horse" (first time available digitally) 5. Dave Dub & The Phat Conductor "The Price Is Right"(first time available digitally) 6. Robb G & The Phat Conductor "Chunkasaurus" 7. Robb G & The Phat Conductor "Chunkasaurus" (Flore remix) 8. Robb G & The Phat Conductor "Brouse Nation" Original (brand new) 9. Robb G & The Phat Conductor "Brouse Nation" (Straight Jacket Mix)(brand new & only avail digitally) 10. Robb G & The Phat Conductor "Total Destroyment" 11. The Phat Conductor "Ice-9" (Scissorkicks remix) 12. Jelo & The Phat Conductor - "Dance Dance Dance" (previously unreleased) 13. The Phat Conductor "Ice-9" Original 14. The Phat Conductor & The Electrician "Kill That Funk" (first time available digitally) 15. Dave Dub & The Phat Conductor "Cannibal Orgy" Preview Album here: https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/90113/ Recommended listen - "Garage Sale Symphony" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2007 A pair of ticket giveaways to the first 3 people who email: nufunkconcerts@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2007 thanks to all who responded - see you at the show! seems to be more lurkers on the board that ever! nice one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 last hype - its' tonight !!Live music between 10:30 pm and 12:30 am Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted December 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 30, 2007 edit: Luke Bowden on vibro-slap** first confirmed zero sighting in months %% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ol'Hickster Posted December 31, 2007 Report Share Posted December 31, 2007 Wish I would have been there, but a bit of a travel from St john haha any pictures? Jay you got the show you did at Cest What on the archive yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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