Spaced Invaders

With the added hype of the upcoming Wu-Tang show at the Music Farm, I did a little digging and found this little gem on the net. You may have already seen it, but I thought it was pretty funny. Here we have the sons of GZA, Power, and Masta Killa, tell you how to be like them and rock the new Wu-Tang weathertech boots. Peep it and let me know what you think.

Our friend Skitch, who was at the Future Sound of Breaks posted this up.

Future Sound of Breaks breakdancing contest from Charleston City Paper on Vimeo.

The art of break dancing and dance battles may be attributed to the early hip hop movement in the South Bronx, but from what I’ve seen, it has expanded exponentially over the past 30 years. At the Future Sound of Breaks tour that recently came to Charleston, young locals came and conquered the dance floor at the Music Farm. Nowadays, those who showcase the immense strength and stamina of the b-boy give props to their hip hop ancestors, but also get down to rave-like break beats, and new-school club music.

When I arrived at the steps of the Music Farm, there was a strong scent of spray paint in the air, and lined up across the railings outside were rows of wooden boards where live artists showed off their talents with graffiti. There was not much to see just yet, as the artists had just begun. The music was booming out of the venue, so much it could be heard over a block away. I thought this might be a lamer version of Kulture Klash, but it turned out to be a very different thing altogether. (Cont.
after Joshua Curry’s pic)

I was surprised to see that the crowd was small when I first arrived. The majority of the audience for the first stage of the dance battle were the dancers themselves, plus me and a few other friends videotaping. I was pretty ignorant to the fact that we have so many amazing dancers in Charleston, but the things I saw on the dance floor blew my mind. The dancers had rhythm like James Brown or Michael Jackson, with the athleticism of an Olympic gymnast. Each DJ offered different variations of dance music, and didn’t just stick to hip hop. By the last round, the crowd had grown to maybe four times its original size, and the dancers were putting on their A-game.

I ended up leaving before the winners were announced, but I honestly didn’t want to know. I liked every crew. Every dancer had their own style that made them unique on the floor. As I walked out, the graffiti was finished. Within a few hours, the artists had created some of the coolest street art I have seen in a while. I would have bought some if it were on sale. This event was one-of-a-kind. To know that there are people in Charleston with that kind of passion and talent make me proud to live in this city.
— Kelly Stroup

Corey B was simpy ill on the decks! Just watch.

FUTURE SOUND OF BREAKS WORLD TOUR 2008

CHARLESTON!

PRESENTED BY:
SCIENCE MEDIA in association with CONTAGIOUS MUSIQ

KEITH MACKENZIE & MC FLIPSIDE
i11even:eleven PBR Recordings Chicago Toronto

In the fall of 2004, Florida native and breakbeat artist Keith MacKenzie started illeven:eleven recordings. The vision was simple…to provide the people with a breaks sound that revolves around innovation and energy, while at the same time incorporating a wide variety of elements that will generate a groove that will make people move. In the process, i11 hopes to tear down the barriers of breakbeat sub-genre’s and looks to the present and future to adopt its own definitive sound which will be a favorite of breaks lovers around the globe and emerge as a symbol for quality music. With contributions from some of the most skilled and hard-working DJ’s / MC’s / Producer’s in the dance music scene, illeven:eleven is widely observed as one of the top up-and-coming labels within today’s breakbeat scene.

MC Flipside has toured the world several times, repeatedly igniting countries like: Canada, U.S. , Mexico, Holland, Slovenia, Austria, Puerto Rico, Japan, Hong Kong, Germany and England . As his international presence grew, so did the interest of some major international superstars. Flipside was invited to headline alongside Black Eyed Peas, Run DMC, Wu Tang Clan, De La Soul, KRS 1, Sir Mix A Lot, Dee Lite, D12, and Mos Def. He was the only Canadian MC ever to be featured on the hugely popular Moonshine Records imprint. His music has been licensed by Sony BMG Australia, by DJ Jean for MTV Ibiza, and by superstar DJ/Producer Antoine Clamaran. Flip has also collaborated with award winning producers like Juno Winner Hatiras, Granite & Phunk, Dub Deluxe, Tune Brothers, Jamie Fanatic, Juno Nominee M1, Paranoid Jack, Baby Anne, Deekline, Double C, and countless others. MC Flipside appeared on the underground smash hit “Vegas” produced by the renowned electronic producer D Fuse. The track was featured on NBC’s hit show “Vegas” and MTV’s Road Rules. Flipside also scored two #1 hits on CBC’s Galaxie Radio: Freak the Frequency and Acid the Phenomenon.

ERIC BERETTA
AudioLife Recordings Orlando, FL

Eric Berretta a pioneer dj of the Florida Breaks & Electro scene since the mid 90’s. Eric contributed to establishing the Breakbeat movement as a resident dj @ The Coliseum nightclub in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Coliseum was voted America’s number 1 nightclub by Billboard Magazine. Since 1997, Eric has become a staple in Florida Breakbeat culture developing a signature sound with his brother and co-partner Alex as the Berretta Bros. Eric quickly became a Daytona favorite playing all the hot clubs during the 90’s from The Coliseum to Sol-rays, Stealth Club to 600 North. In 1999 Eric left Florida and ventured out spending over a year in Charlotte, North Carolina (Charlotte’s underground scene was peaking) where promoters took interest in his signature Florida Electro-Breakbeat sound. This pushed the envelope for Eric to play numerous times for huge crowds at the infamous “Bass Wars” parties held @ Area 51, Funkadelic Events @ The Baja, Decepticonz Events @ Latino House, Greenville Convention Center Raves, late night clubs 519, 618, Exit Lounge, and more. At turn of the century in 2000, Eric returned to Florida and released cd compilation Florida Breaks volume 1 and then volume 2 again in 2001, gaining Eric national recognition as a Southeast favorite! During that same time period Eric became the resident dj for Orlando’s own world renowned Club @ Firestone. Eric continued establishing himself as a Florida favorite while moving on to perform at stellar electronic events in Florida like: Ultra Music Festival, Future Sound of Breaks, Global Gathering and many more. Today Eric plays a vital role for the Future Sound of Breaks Collective & World Tour mastering his craft in the Breakbeat world as his saga continues with the release of Future Sound of Breaks volume 2. Stores everywhere Fall 2008!

HYDRAULIX (LIVE)
Kuad Recordings Miami, FL

Straight from Miami, Florida (the undisputed home of the 808 kick drum) comes Hydraulix. The of the most talked about and exciting Electro-Bass group to hit the Electro scene. Utilizing futuristic beats with an emphasis on dirty ass bass, their tracks are set to destroy dance floors worldwide.

Richard ..Ash-Rock.. Zarate and Jaime ..JimiTheGenius.. Merlo have been dropping bass in their DJ sets for years (most notably as resident DJs for world renowned Culture Productions), all the while drawing from their childhood influences (2 Live Crew, Debonaire Records, Cut It Up Def Records, MC A.D.E, and Maggatron to name a few) to create a unique, dance floor friendly hybrid of Electro and Bass. Ash-Rock and JimiTheGenius then set their sights on conquering the world of production. Once they were comfortable with the knowledge that they had acquired from Merlyn a Breakbeat ambassador and Xerodefx . They quickly began banging out some of the sickest floor bombs on their co-owned label with Merlyn, which is Kuad Recordings. For Hydraulix, these to young stars have a bright future from the city of boom where they reside.

AARON SIGMON
Next Level Recordings Charlotte

Aaron Sigmon has quickly become one of the driving forces of the breakbeat movement in the US. Delivering his energized style of breaks to clubs and events nationwide, Aaron has earned the reputation as a DJ who generates a euphoric vibe by complimenting his smooth mixing skills with slammin’ track selection. Currently using the Serato Scratch Live system by Rane, Aaron is now able to utilize cutting-edge technology to supply his sets with the hottest tracks the breaks scene has to offer, as well as playing unreleased material, and dropping special remixes of songs that he has created.

SKITCH
357 Style Infectious Crew Charleston

CHARLESTON’S KING OF BASS! - SKITCH - blew everyone away with the way he picked up the art of mixing. Entering the industry 4 years ago, Skitch has jumped on the opportunity to play with well known national talents such as The Crystal Method, Hyper, DJ Magic Mike, Bassbin Twins, Huda Hudia, DJ Icey, Baby Anne, Jackal & Hyde, The Breakfastaz, Deekline, Reid Speed, Keith MacKenzie DJ Fixx and many many more. Yet, he has continued to hold his own unique style on the decks. His incredible selection of in your face breaks always keeps the floor moving and heads bobbing. Switch has become one of Charleston’s Favorite breakbeat selectors and continues to play a dominant role in the Southeast EDM community alongside his well known labels, Infectious Entertainment & 357 Style. Don’t miss a chance to see this breakbeat guru mashup the club night!

UNFADABLE FADER OPERATORS
PRUEPH + SAMADHI
SPACED INVADERS
MOJO DJ COREY B

MUSIC FARM
32 Ann Street
Charleston, SC 29403

From I-26 East: Take exit 221B for Meeting St. • Take Meeting St. for about half a mile, and turn right at Wragg Square • Make the corner and turn right at Ann St. • The Music Farm is just past the big parking garage on your right

THIS IS AN ALL AGES 8 HOUR EVENT

SHOW STARTS AT 6 AND GOES UNTIL 2 AM. THE NIGHT WILL BE PACED AS ATIMELINE OF BREAKBEAT CULTURE STARTING IN THE EARLY 70′S WHEN 2TURNTABLES AND MIXING THE ‘BREAKS’ OF A RECORD WAS CREATED THRU THEEVENING AND INTO THE FUTURE SOUND OF BREAKS.

THERE WILL BE A 2-on-2 BREAKDANCE COMPETITION FOR BEST CREW IN SOUTHEAST WITH $5OO CASH PRIZE!!! COMPETITION STARTS AT 7 PM SHARP. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST COMPETE IN ALL 3 SEGMENTS TO RECEIVE CASH PRIZE SO ENSURE AN EARLY ARRIVAL. REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.fsobcharleston.com OR REGISTER THE DAY OF THE EVENT BEFORE 6:30PM.

THERE WILL BE LIVE GRAFFITI ART PERFORMED AS WELL AS ART FOR SALE IN THE OUTER AREA OF THE VENUE.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR STREET TEAMS TO HELP PROMOTE THIS EVENT. BENEFITS INCLUDED! SIGN UP AT: www.fsobcharleston.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS EVENT PLEASE VISIT : www.fsobcharleston.com

PRE-SALES AT $20 AT ETIX.COM
ADMISSION IS $20 AT DOOR BEFORE 9PM
ADMISSION IS $25 AT DOOR AFTER 9PM
STUDENT DISCOUNT WITH PROPER ID

Conact:
funkydjswitch@aim.com
www.myspace.com/funkydjswitch
www.myspace.com/futuresoundofbreaks
www.futuresoundofbreaks.com
www.musicfarm.com

Info:
http://www.myspace.com/ericberretta
http://www.myspace.com/illeveneleven
http://www.myspace.com/mcflipside
http://www.myspace.com/hydraulix
http://www.myspace.com/aaronsigmon
http://www.myspace.com/djfredkrugrrr
http://www.myspace.com/dopesandwichmusic
http://www.myspace.com/thespacedinvaders
http://www.myspace.com/prueph
http://www.myspace.com/dj_samadhi