february 2005 editor note

by
by todd ~ January was a weird month. That's all I can say. There were a few disappointments, but overall, it did yield some rather interesting entertainment. In fact, this month's cover comes from one of those interesting little entertainment excursions. I took that before anyone had really entered the main room at Velvet in St Louis, just this past weekend. We had a really great time, despite a few minor technical difficulties. You can read all about it in the main story for this month.

Before I get any further though, this month's On Decks is friggin awesome! Be sure to check it out! I just finished listening to it before I started writing this and am on my way through it again!

On with the news of the day!

The above photo was taken by JonBoy at RJ's 31st Birthday Bash. You're gettin old RJ, and I think you're hair is nearly as long as Karin's. Get a haircut, hippie! hehe... But Seriously, Happy Birthday!

I did a couple more "off the wall" sort of things this month. Of special note was Neon at Kabal. That was a fun little 80s night. DJ Konsept kept me saying, "I haven't heard that in forver." nearly all night long, while downstairs had more of a 80s House feel to the tracks. Peanut Butter Wolf rocked it Lawrence too. Next time he's in town, check it out. He plays all kinds of wacky stuff on 45s! It was good time.

We got some footage in Springfield this month, thanks to our new photographer, Shaun aka radesix. He was down for the XLR8 party, Work Your Body that was running the same night as When Worlds Collide.

That party (WWC) turned out pretty good, despite the fact that Trevor Lamont & Hipp-e ended up stranded at airports because of crappy weather. Props to Monkey & Chrissy for the Kandy table & lovely stars all around.

Overall, there seems to be an anticipation building in the air for February. There was even a new weekly that just kicked off. Jon NuSkool started a night at The News Room, in Kansas City, MO. It's a perfect little chill Monday night, much like the Perk on Wednesday. I don't know what it is, but The News Room just has a nice little groove all on it's own, but add some turntables and a few unpredictable DJs, shaken, not stirred... and you have quite a fun little night. If you haven't checked it out, do it! Tunes start at 11 pm, barring the invasion of a 4-piece hippie band. Well... in all honesty, they really weren't too bad and it gave us a chance to get nice and saucy before we played records that night.... down in Fraggle Rock!

see ya on the dance floor

~phocas~

Comments

Post a Comment

popular now

heptalogy honors eclipse

by
Image
A random encounter found us in downtown Little Rock, anticipating a performance of Holst's "The Planets" by the  Arkansas Symphony Orchestra .  The much-anticipated event included a vocal cameo from the University of Arkansas - Little Rock Women's Choir.  An evening of colorful sound began with "Night Ferry" by Anna Clyne , exploring the extremes of manic depression.   The chaotic range of emotional intensities seemed to leave the audience in a state of bewildered fascination. After an intermission wide enough to refresh mind and body, "The Planets" by Gustav Holst exploded in the mind's eye next.  This particular space heptalogy is likely one of the most recognizable symphonies, enjoyed through a variety of inspirations like the score from Star Wars.  The choir entered near the end, perhaps at Neptune, blending in imperceptibly with the violins and their accompaniment.   Their voices appeared as if by magic from behind the sc
read more »

shadowrunner april 2006 trance

by
Spring is here and the world is emerging from it's winter slumber. Not only will the temperatures start to heat up, but so will the activity in the electronic music community. Fresh music from artists that were waiting to drop the new hotness at WMC will be out and ready for mass consumption. Dance floors are hungry for the latest tracks to fuel the frenzied masses of clubbers and party patrons. Soon enough the outdoor festival season will be upon us. I hope to see everyone out on the dance floors with much love and respect. Until then, please enjoy the picks and peace and safe journeys to all. April Featured Artist: Markus Schulz I won't waste your time by explaining to you how this man simply ROCKS!!! Artist/Remixer/DJ, is what we call a triple threat. Take the time out to find out more by visiting:  MarkusSchulz.com  or  ArmadaMusic.nl April CD Pick: Global Underground: Shanghai Nick Warren Besides being one of my idols, Nick Warren is one of the most respected
read more »

d returns to the jam

by
Image
  The Saturday Open Jam has been missing from our agenda for quite some time now.  It is one the best ways to burn up a Saturday afternoon in Kansas City, listening to some of the best rock and blues musician in town.  This particular occasion featured the return of a longtime resident of the event who had been off the roster for more than year following multiple personal crises, one of which nearly ended his ability to perform at all.  Taking his spot behind the drums once again for a couple of tunes, "D" picked up right where he left off, keeping cadence as if nothing had ever happened.  There were tears among some of the crowd that were closer to him, understanding the extent of his dilemma.  After playing, he admitted stumbling a few times, but everything sounded great from our side of the stage and we look forward to seeing him play again more often.
read more »