SUP FU? WEDNESDAYS coming soon (VANCOUVER)
March 24
J-Swing
Tanner
Seko
Marlon J English
March 31
Flipout
Arems
P-Luv
April 7
Kut Corners
Goodfellas
J-Swing
Marlon J English
Brasstronaut Announce Full Canadian Tour
in support of their debut LP Mt. Chimaera out March 2nd
Like their hometown of Vancouver, British Columbia, Brasstronaut is hard to pin down. Their debut album, Mt. Chimaera, possesses qualities of the fjord-flanked city’s unpredictable character. Since forming in 2007,n Brasstronaut has steadily acquired the hands necessary to fuse a diverse range of genres and this follow-up to their Old World Lies EP represents the first statement by the band’s definitive six-piece line-up. Vocalist and
keyboardist Edo Van Breemen is joined by a roster fluent in trumpet, lap steel, flugelhorn and the seldom-heard EWI (a wind synthesizer), among others.
Emerging from the west-coast city’s rain-soaked culture of underground venues and cheap sushi, the band whole-heartedly embraces the pirate lifestyle of constant touring and have built credibility on the road, having played with bands from Belle Orchestre to Why?, and in international festivals like Reykjavik’s Iceland Airwaves ‘09, where they appeared
on-stage with the brass section from Sigur Ros. Amidst their upcoming Canadian tour, they are currently slated to appear at South By Southwest 2010 on the official Pop Montreal curated showcase, and the Sled Island Dayparty (details below!)
Don’t miss Brasstronaut’s upcoming CBC Radio 3 session that will be broadcast online at http://radio3.cbc.ca/ and on SIRIUS channel 86 at 8pm PST on Monday, Feb 15th. See them live at their Cultural Olympiad kick-off show in Vancouver on February 18th.
Also, be sure to check out www.myspace.com/brasstronaut for a listen to new single “lo hi hopes” as well as a FREE download of “Slow Knots.” The brand new Brasstronaut site will be launched Monday, February 15th.
Canadian Tour Dates
February 18 - Vancouver, BC - Great Northern Way Campus (w/ Belle Orchestre)
February 19 - Kamloops, BC - The Loft
February 20 - Nelson, BC - The Royal
February 22 - Lethbridge, AB - The Slice
February 23 - Canmore, AB - Communitea
February 24 - Edmonton, AB - The Pawn Shop (w/ Woodhands)
February 25 - Calgary, AB - Broken City (w/ Woodhands)
February 26 - Saskatoon, SK - Amigo’s (w/ Woodhands)
February 27 - Winnipeg, MB - Lo Pub (w/ Woodhands)
March 05 - Windsor, ON - The Phog Lounge
March 06 - Peterborough, ON - The Red Dog
March 11 - London, ON - Call The Office
March 12 - Toronto, ON - The Drake Hotel (CMW)
March 13 - Toronto, ON - TBA (CMW)
March 18 - Austin, TX - SXSW - Sled Island Dayparty at the Compound - show
time 12:50pm
March 19 - Austin, TX - SXSW - Sheraton Austin at The Capital - show time
7:00pm
March 20 - Austin, TX - SXSW -Pop Montreal showcase - Club Paradise/CAN
House - show 8:00pm
March 24 - Montreal, QC - Divan Orange
March 25 - Ottawa, ON - Blacksheep Inn
March 26 - Burnstown, ON - Neat Cafe
March 27 - Hamilton, ON - Casbah Lounge
April - Vancouver, BC - TBA
Zeha-Berlin Team up with Lark for Olympia Inspired Sneaker
Legendary German shoe brand, Zeha-Berlin and local Vancouver boutique, Lark celebrated their limited edition sneaker with a successful launch event at Lark.
Named after Carl Haessner, the founder of Zeha, the sneaker, the Carl Haessner IIX, is inspired by the Zeha sneakers worn by the Olympic athletes of Germany and the Soviet Union in the 1960s. Gold and black motif; trademark double-slash stripes, with golden embroidery, incorporates the spirit of the brand’s history and events in Lark’s hometown.
“We are excited about this collaboration with Lark and adding this sneaker to the Zeha legacy,” said Axel Menzler, the North American distributor of Zeha-Berlin. “It fits perfectly with the store, and the city, as Olympia meets high quality and high fashion.”
Handmade in Italy, from the finest Italian leathers, in vegetable tanned gold and black, the Carl Haessner IIX continues to carry the torch for tradition, craftsmanship and style.
Available only at Lark Clothing, 2315 Main Street, and onlinewww.lark.me
Lark and Zeha-Berlin unite for limited edition sneaker in celebration of the Vancouver Winter Games
Local Boutique, Lark and German footwear brand, Zeha-Berlin unveil their limited edition sneaker, this Sunday, February 7th, 2010 at Lark Boutique at 2310 Main Street, from 12pm to 5pm. This is a first time collaboration in the last century, and all in the spirit of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
The special edition sneaker, the Carl Haessner IIX Olympia, is a nod to Zeha-Berlin’s Olympic history, and in great anticipation of the Winter Games in Lark’s hometown. The sneaker captures the elegance and character of Zeha’s golden history, merged with the Carl Haessner luxury collection.
True to tradition, the Carl Haessner IIX Olympia sneaker beautifully connects the present with the past all in one step.
When: February, 7th, 2010
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Where: Lark – 2310 Main Street
MAYER HAWTHORNE AND THE COUNTY ANNOUNCE EXTENSIVE NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
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SXSW AND COACHELLA PLANNED STOPS ALONG THE WAYMP3: DaVinci - “It’s On Me” Prod. By Blunt
Up and coming emceeDaVinci is hard at work making a name for himself. Recently signing with Bay-Area label SWTBRDS Creative Collective, DaVinci will soon unleash his music onto the masses with his debut album The Day The Turf Stood Still - scheduled to hit the streets on March 9, 2010. Building momentum for the release, in addition to releasing material from his upcoming debut, DaVinci will be releasing three bonus tracks not on the album. Rather than throwaways, all three are album-quality songs, simply completed too late to make the final cut. Up first, DaVinci offers us “It’s On Me,” and with this initial offering, gives listeners, both familiar and unfamiliar with DaVinci’s prior work, a window into his prior life - telling his own story of struggling his way out of a lifestyle of crime, taking big steps to help himself move up in the world. Raps DaVinci, “I’m at the bottom with the roaches and rats, but I’m climbing to the top with the snakes and cats.” Hoping to affect a greater change in the world than merely tell his own story, DaVinci looks at “It’s On Me” as a way to both inspire and prove his own merits. “I came up wit the concept to inspire people to take initiative for their hustle,” says DaVinci. “The message here is, ‘If I don’t do it, nobody else will,’ so I felt the need to convey exactly why I think people should give my music a chance.”
The slick production is courtesy of Vancouver producer Blunt, behind all three forthcoming pre-album tracks, perhaps most well known for his production efforts with Freeway – Blunt produced a majority of Freeway’s Month Of Madness. DaVinci was introduced to Blunt through a mutual friend over email, and was an instant fan of his beats: “The track was dope without anyone even rapping on it, so I just wanted to make sure that there was a marriage between the beat and my lyrics.”
“It’s On Me” prod. Blunt: http://media.audibletreats.com/DaVinci-Its_On_Me_Prod_By_Blunt.mp3
Mental Wealth Spring Summer 2010 Tees
This season we drew inspiration from both music and sports reminiscent of the early 90’s.FAN DEATH ANNOUNCE MARCH NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH LITTLE BOOTS
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SELECT DATES SUPPORTING LITTLE BOOTS BEGIN MARCH 2nd IN NEW YORK, LEADING UP TO SXSW PEACE presents THE LAST EVER BIG UP SATURDAYS BIG UP 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
GMANandRIZK.COM, EPIK, ELEMENTS GROUP, STONEFOXX PRESENT…
STONEFOXX PERFORMANCE
W/GMAN, J-SWING, GOODFELLAS, FLIPOUT, J-TRAXX, TRIZZAK, AUNG, ECLECTIK
Saturday, Jan.30 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
So after 5 years at Vancouver’s biggest club night we have decided to end it on a great note to focus on our other ventures. We have feel like we have accomplished so much at this night; 1) filling the biggest club in Vamcouver with up to 1,000 people per week 2) winning every award for Clubnight Of The Year that we were open 3) bringing in the best talents and Djs from around the world. At this point we feel our job is done and we want to focus on more challenging and creative events rather than just rehashing the same ol. We thank you so much for your support as this night happened because of you the people. Much love to you all and please join us for as many Big Up Saturdays as you can before the big ender on Jan.30. Join the FB event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=259311853451.
PEACE presents THE LAST EVER BIG UP SATURDAYS
GMANandRIZK.COM, EPIK, TRYST PRESENT…
BIG UP 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
W/GMAN, J-SWING, GOODFELLAS, FLIPOUT, J-TRAXX, TRIZZAK, AUNG
Saturday, Jan.30 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
So after 5 years at Vancouver’s biggest club night we have decided to end it on a great note to focus on our other ventures. We have feel like we have accomplished so much at this night; 1) filling the biggest club in Vamcouver with up to 1,000 people per week 2) winning every award for Clubnight Of The Year that we were open 3) bringing in the best talents and Djs from around the world. At this point we feel our job is done and we want to focus on more challenging and creative events rather than just rehashing the same ol. We thank you so much for your support as this night happened because of you the people. Much love to you all and please join us for as many Big Up Saturdays as you can before the big ender on Jan.30. Join the FB event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=259311853451.
With a capacity of over 800 +, GMAN & Rizk (bookmark www.gmanandrizk.com ) is packing this spot with the world’s greatest DJs and acts. Some of the names that have come to this stellar night are Kanye West’s Dj A-Trak, De la Soul’s DJ Maseo, Mick Boogie, Snoop’s DJ Jam, Kid Capri, Fatman Scoop, Dj Eleven, Fashen, DJ Turbulence, DJ Vice, OB-One and more. Not to mention the Canadian greats such as Skratch Bastid, Starting From Scratch, 4 Korners, Ill Kidz, Teknique The Kingpin, Baby Yu & RG, Team Canada, Illo, Kid Kut and Court Jester and more. Add local greats such as J-Swing, Goodfellas, Flipout, GMAN, Hedspin, The Freshest Kids, Rico Uno and more on rotation and this is a sure shot. You never know what’s going to happen at Big Up as we have had surprise performances/appearances by Russell Peters, Keshia Chante, Maestro Fresh Wes, Sean Jones (In Essence) Jully Black, Ray Robinson, DJ Jam, Raekwon, Choclair and Moka Only . Celeb sightings have included Kardinal Offishall, Wesley Snipes, Wayans Bros, Tracy Morgan (Saturday Night Live), Russell Simmons, Russell Peters, Melissa R (The Next Pussycat Dolls) and the Backstreet Boys.
PEACE presents ALL STAR DJ SERIES W/DJ BABY YU
GMANandRIZK.COM, KTL PRESENT…
COUNTDOWN TO THE LAST BIG UP SATURDAYS (2 LEFT)
KILL THE LIGHTS PERFORMANCE
W/GMAN, J-SWING, FRIKTION, JIAL 14
Saturday, Jan.23 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
We call it the All Star DJ series because it has always been a goal of ours to educate our Vancouver music scene by bringing the world’s best DJ’s that are #1 in their respective cities. This time its our long time friend hailing from Atlanta and Toronto…DJ Baby Yu (http://www.myspace.com/babyyu). Come see DJ Baby Yu for his last performance at Big Up Saturdays. Join the FB event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=219456975786&index=1.
So after 5 years at Vancouver’s biggest club night we have decided to end it on a great note to focus on our other ventures. We have accomplished so much at this night; 1) filling the biggest club in Vamcouver with up to 1,000 peolple per week 2) winning every award for Clubnight Of The Year that we were open 3) bringing in the best talents and Djs from around the world. At this point our job is done and we want to focus on more challenging and creative events rather than just rehashing the same ol. We thank you so much for your support as this night happened b/c of you the people. Much love to you all and please join us for as many Big Up Saturdays as you can before the big ender on Jan.30
The Nope - Rain All Day (Radio)
In an era where most hip-hop artists claim to ‘break new ground’ or ‘challenge the boundaries’, yet more often than not only deliver on diluted retreads of stale rap clichés, Canadian/American duo The Nope (Psy of the Oddities and Moka Only) offer a different approach: they drop all pretence of treading new waters. As The Nope emcee Psy shares, “We’re exactly the same as every other music group you’ve ever heard before. So, prepare for absolute boredom.” For once, a rapper tells the truth.
The Nope is at best reactionary, their subversiveness a mere academic contrivance. Purported Dadaists, Psy and Moka Only claim to be “anti-everything,” crafting songs about “whatever we feel at the time.” And with tracks like “Mickey D’s”, an opus on eating at the imperialist Golden Arches chain three days in a row while recording, or another entitled “Chant’n'Sing”, where Moka confides that, after airing woman troubles, “I can understand why some of yall want to pee on ‘em man,” the claim of speaking what is on their mind in unguarded fashion is not to be questioned.
Yet, I don’t know if it is to be lauded either, even if it makes troubled RnB crooners sympathetic. Sometimes naked honesty can amount to a case ‘When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong’, rather than a nuanced artistic declaration. Though, in fairness, how a listener views the duo depends on whether he or she takes The Nope serious. The Nope creates feel-good nonsense, mood-music hearkening to a bygone era when acts like Ultra Mag and Y’all So Stupid had a rightful place. And Psy and Moka’s talents shine, regardless of whether their gifts are realised on material of any depth or significance.
Instead, Moka’s soulful off-kilter production and Psy and Moka’s playful lyricism and nimble rhyme-schemes recall the creative lightheartedness of early-to-mid 90s hip hop, except without Jurassic 5 or Ugly Duckling-like anachronism. Written by: Daniel Saad
https://urbnet.box.net/shared/static/uj9b7p6dom.mp3
FAN DEATH SIGN TO LAST GANG RECORDS, ANNOUNCE NORTH AMERICAN RELEASE OF EP AND ALBUM
The multifaceted Vancouver, BC-based group Fan Death have announced the signing to Last Gang Records for the release of their debut EP A Coin For The Well, out February 23rd. Beginning as a project between vocalist Dandilion Wind Opaine and Marta Jaciubek-McKeever in addition to their own solo musical endeavors, Dandi joined with frequent collaborator Szam Findlay to produce Fan Death in 2007. An elegiac revision of classic electronic pop, Fan Death recall the darkest elements of early OMD, Depeche Mode, and Human League combined with Cerrone worthy symphonic arrangements to create contemporary anthems of morose celebration.
Launching 2008 with their single “Veronica’s Veil” on Erol Alkan’s Phantasy label, Fan Death’s visual presence gained international attention in part due to the iconic realizations of their music. Two videos from the upcoming EP have been released to date, the ethereal “Reunited” directed by Dandilion herself and “Cannibal” [mp3]. Fan Death are currently at work finishing their full-length Womb Of Dreams, slated for an May 2010 release.
This is MENTAL WEALTH…
We are based out of Vancouver Canada and have been creating garments since 2008. PEACE PRESENTS - Boxing Day Big Up
BOXING DAY
FLIPOUT, GOODFELLAS, GMAN, J-SWING
Big Up Saturday, Dec.26 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations) </B>
Come floss all your new Christmas gear on the biggest club night of the year…Boxing Day at Big Up. Voted 2009, 2008, 2007 & 2006 Clubvibes Nightlife Award for Best Hip-Hop Night, 2006 Best Top 40 Clubnight, and 2009/2007/2006/2005/2004 Promoter Of The Year (GMAN & Rizk), Big Up Saturdays has become Canada’s #1 night club. Hear the best in r&b, hip-hop, top 40, b-more, dance, rock, 80’s, 90’s, crunk, dancehall, mash ups and everything in-between.
PEACE PRESENTS - TORONTO’S DJ WRISTPECT (SMASH SQUAD, STYLUS ALL STARS) & MC SIR LANCELOT
GMANandRIZK.COM, SVS STYLE PRESENT…
ALL STAR DJ SERIES W/
J-SWING, FLIPOUT, GOLDADE, GMAN, TRIZZAK, J-TRAXX
Big Up Saturday, Dec.5 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations) </B>
Excited to have back our homies from Toronto DJ Wristoect (http://wristpect.com/) and MC Sir Lancelot with a special performance by the always amazing SVS Style. Toronto, Canada’s “Wristpect” has quickly become one of the most sought after, and highly regarded, entertainers in the country. The DJ-without-borders can harness a plethora of genres and sounds to produce a superlative entertainment experience. The facts don’t lie - Wristpect’s success is unprecedented. He is not only the youngest, but only, entertainer ever nominated simultaneously for five Stylus Awards, and in 2009, he became Canada’s Club DJ of the Year. He also won the 2006 and 2007 Showdown DJ Battles, as well as the 2008 Stylus Showdown. Wristpect recently became an official member of Clinton Sparks’ “Smash Squad” DJ Crew.
PEACE PRESENTS - ALL STAR DJ SERIES W/DJ JAYCEEOH (SUPER 7, THE MASTERS, NYC)
GMANandRIZK.COM, THE BEAT 94.5FM PRESENT…
FLIPOUT, GOLDADE, GMAN
Big Up Saturday, Nov.21 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
DJ JayCeeOh is a rare breed of artist who combines turntablism and top notch selecting to move any crowd from intimate gathering to rammed out mega-club. A master DJ who can integrate everything from hip-hop, electro, rock, pop, mash-up, funk, soul, reggae, and house, JayCeeOh is a representative of the next level of party rocking. As an artist Jay has collaborated with some of hip-hop’s elite, including songs with Talib Kweli, J-Dilla, KRS-one, Little Brother, Sean Price and Pete Rock. JayCeeOh held his own in the Battle DJ circuit, placing 2nd at the 2006 DMC US FINALS Team Competition, 3rd in the 2006 DMC US SUPREMACY battle, as well as winning back to back Turntablist of the Year (2006, 2007) titles at the M.I.C. Awards. From tour support and mega-clubs to promotional mixes and events of all types, JayCeeOh will deliver. Join the FB event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141406282452.
Also featuring Vancouver’s all star cast of DJ’s J-Swing ( The Hot Mixx), Flipout (Traffic Jam, AMP) & Goodfellas ( Dj Friktion). Join the Big Up Saturdays Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=29062762437, the GMAN & Rizk group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2958470304 and now follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/GMANandRIZK. Check out Vancouver’s #1 radio station at http://thebeat.com. For VIP guestlist hit up viphookup@gmail.com. Dress code: no ball caps (fedoras and Kangols are fine), no wack Ed Hardy and Affliction etc, no athletic gear..it’s a club, so dress with style! ! <B>1st 100 tickets are only $16 presale at http://www.clubzone.com/tickets/1/Vancouver/76320.html or more at door. </B>
PEACE PRESENTS - ALL STAR DJ SERIES W/ MICK BOOGIE (VANCOUVER)
GMANandRIZK.COM, THE BEAT 94.5FM, LRG CLOTHING PRESENT
FLIPOUT, GOODFELLAS, GMAN
Big Up Saturday, Dec.12 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
NYC-based Mick Boogie (http://www.myspace.com/mickboogie) has quickly become one of the America’s most in-demand DJ talents. All about pleasing the crowd, you’ll always hear a diversity of music at a Mick Boogie event… from 80s, rock & soul to disco, house & electro and of course, the hip-hop and mash-ups you’ve come to expect from Mick’s energetic performances. As more and more celebrities come calling for his services, Mick can be found spinning at parties for celebrities such as Will Smith, Lebron James, Serena Williams, Robin Thicke, Jay-Z and more.
His one of a kind talent and selection have been recognized by media outlets including Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone, OK Magazine, Ocean Drive, Vibe, ESPN, MTV, Spin Magazine, Urb and more. Urban couture line LRG made Mick Boogie the “face of LRG” during the summer of 2007, appearing in print ads with circulation over several million. Join the FB eventhttp://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=151902954219.
Also featuring Vancouvers all star cast of Flipout (Traffic Jam, AMP) & Goodfellas ( Dj Friktion). Join the Big Up Saturdays Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=29062762437, the GMAN & Rizk group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2958470304 and now follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/GMANandRIZK. Check out VancouverÕs #1 radio station athttp://thebeat.com. For VIP guestlist hit up viphookup@gmail.com. Dress code: no ball caps (fedoras and Kangols are fine), no wack Ed Hardy and Affliction etc, no athletic gear..itÕs a club, so dress with style! ! <B> 1st 100 tickets are only $12 presale at www.clubzone.com/gmanandrizk or $16 at door or g-list at viphookup@gmail.com. </B>
SWOLLEN MEMBERS “ARMED TO THE TEETH” CANADIAN TOUR
SWOLLEN MEMBERS have their sights firmly set on making a name for themselves in a hip-hop world crowded by gangsters and supermodels. Recovered from drug addiction and revitalized, focused and stronger than ever, SWOLLEN MEMBERS are armed and ready for war and performing all over Canada.
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Queen’s Hotel |
Nanaimo, BC |
9-Nov-09 |
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Moe Joe’s |
Whistler, BC |
11-Nov-09 |
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The Red Room on Richards |
Vancouver, BC |
12-Nov-09 |
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Chrome City Night Club |
Kamloops, BC |
13-Nov-09 |
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Blarney Stone |
Lethbridge, AB |
14-Nov-09 |
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Back Alley |
Calgary, AB |
17-Nov-09 |
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Dinwoodie Lounge (UofA) |
Edmonton, AB |
18-Nov-09 |
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Chef Francisco |
Sylvan Lake, AB |
19-Nov-09 |
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Pyramid Cabaret |
Winnipeg,MB |
21-Nov-09 |
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Couchiching Multi Purpose Building |
Fort Frances, ON |
23-Nov-09 |
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The Roxy |
Thunder Bay, ON |
24-Nov-09 |
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Canadian Nightclub |
Sault Saint Marie, ON |
25-Nov-09 |
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Cobalt Classic Theatre |
Cobalt, ON |
26-Nov-09 |
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TBA |
Ottawa, ON |
28-Nov-09 |
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Lee’s Palace |
Toronto, ON |
2-Dec-09 |
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Starlight Club |
Waterloo, ON |
3-Dec-09 |
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Mikado |
St. Catharines, ON |
4-Dec-09 |
PEACE PRESENTS - THE FACTION: DJ AREMS & TANNER (Vancouver)
GMANandRIZK.COM, THE BEAT 94.5FM PRESENT
W/DJ FLIPOUT, J-SWING, GOODFELLAS
Big Up Saturday, Oct.24 at Gossip Nightclub (750 Pacific Blvd, Plaza Of Nations)
The Faction found themselves opening for world class DJs and urban artists all over British Columbia. Their mixtapes soon caught the attention of a wider audience across Canada and began spreading around the globe. Currently the Faction has released 15 mixtapes in group and solo projects with a diverse range of musical styles including Club Bangers, Underground Hip Hop, R&B, Dancehall, B-More and Electro. In 2007 the Faction was nationally recognized at the Stylus Awards with a nomination for best mixtape. 2008 brought 3 more Stylus DJ award nominations including Best Mixtape, Best Canadian Reggae DJ, and Favourite Vancouver DJ which was won by DJ Arems. Join the FB event http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=130365805868.