October 30th, 2009

Mayer and The County

Oh Mayer, what are you going to do next?? This revival sound has its limits. A talented fella with a lot of the right people backing him I’m hoping we’ll not be disappointed. Another thing he has gong for him is that he looks a lot like my friend Dan, don’t you agree?

Mayer vs Chaput

A few pics from his performance at The Queen of Hoxton. Thanks to Russ Jay for letting me use his +1 on the door and Chico for hooking it up.

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October 29th, 2009

xx

Last night I had the pleasure of seeing The xx live at Village Underground. I’ve had the album on repeat for a while now and have been keen to see a live performance. There was not a whole lot of movement on stage which is even more credit to the power of their sound. Standing among a transfixed crowd I let the simple rifts and chest rumbling bass lines take over, incredible. We were also treated to their new cover of Florence + The Machine You’ve Got The Love, a track that has been ripped apart a few times. The original by Jamie Principle, which you can listen to in my post from a few days ago ‘My House’.
Thanks to Dan Neal @ RKCR and Ita Shafrir @ Universal for hooking me up with the ticket. And not forgetting Morgan Clement @ Mother who first introduced me to The xx.

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October 28th, 2009

Transmit // Box // Flat

Aware that there are a load of mixes on the internet these days it’s hard to give your time to all of them. If you’re looking at this post chances are we have similar taste, so lock down and tune in to the forth installment from the bPm and d’Wala @ Hold // Box // Flat, you will not be disappointed.
Track listing, podcast and download here

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October 27th, 2009

D*Face

Visited this exhibition during my time in New York City. Nice clip from friends We ♥

D*Face, Artist :: Off The Wall from friendswelove.com on Vimeo.

October 26th, 2009

My House

A selection of gems I came across when I delved into the History of House…

First Choice – Let no man Put Asunder

Sylvester – I need you

Loose Joints – Is It All Over My Face

Joe Smooth – Promised Land

Marshall Jefferson – Move Your Body

Class Action – Weekend

Jesse Saunders – On and On

Jamie Principle – Your Love

The Chi-Lites – My First Mistake

Taana Gardner – Heartbeat

I could go on…..

October 26th, 2009

In the begining there was Jack

This weekend I came across a few documentary’s via the amazing YouTube and thought I’d share my findings.

The History of House was an entertaining watch that had me bouncing in my seat throughout. Having a massive love affair with music myself I felt like I was falling deeper and deeper for it. Having a better understanding of where the music came from, how it evolved and grew and meeting the people responsible for making it all possible was a complete joy. What I wouldn’t do to have a taste of the scene back then….Enjoy!

Maestro Larry Levan & early DJ culture is a great incite into New York City’s Paradise Garage 1976 to 1987. I need little encouragement to get excited about this scene, this documentary confirmed all my feelings. I’m in love dancing….

October 19th, 2009

The last week 10.05.09 – 10.11.09

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Antoinette’s birthday

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Mani-Pedi @ Valley

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MOMA

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A new holiday in NYC Antoinette Day

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A rooftop somewhere in Manhattan

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Skittles

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The last Mexican

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It was a truly epic trip but none of it would have been possible without the people that helped me along the way…..

Aaron LaCrate
Adam Brett
Adam Tickle
Ali Gitlow
Allison Spence
Antoinette Sheridan
Celine Herweijer
Charlene Marshall
Chico
Chris Annibell
Chris Lahr
Christian Osmers
Christopher Belgrave
Conrad Dornan
Crystal Moselle
Cyrus Vantoch-Wood
Dances Bolton
Daniel Chaput De Saintonge
David Foote
Dec Lennon
Dubois Thomas
Dushane Noble
Emeka Chiedu Patrick
Erik Shearer
Ezana Ove
Felis Sarcepuedes
Franck Alfier
Ge Ology
Hank
Hayley Anne
Ilona klaver
James E. Davison
Jane Longthorn
Jenny Scully
Jeylan Yolac
Joey Rubin
John Tran
Joshua Griffler
Kashata L. Davis
Kate Monro
Katie Pearson
Kenroy Benedict George
Kevin Lo
Kim Plotel
Kristel Ebrill
LaMae Caparas
LaRon Batchelor
Leke Chif Awoyinka
Lenard smith
Lupe Ramos
Maggie Horn
Matthew Rainville
Maurice Tromp
Michael Falis
Mike Mahoney
Morgan Clement
Nalini Periasamy
Nancy Yachouh
Natasha Schwartz
Nick Hook
Nick Martin
Nikki Bowmen
Patricia Karallis
Phoebe Coleman
Prask Spark Parks
Rinaldo Perez
Ritchie Mae Ordonez
Robb Mitchell
Roscoe Billie
Rosey Karaula
Russell Hopson
Sarah Hernandez Bedford
Sarah Tbone
Stef Anie
Tanya Orr
Tatiana Celis
Thristian Bpm
Tobias Arturi
Tom Chan
Tony Harris
Tudor Bay
Victoria Perea-Usher

Till we meet again, I love you New York City x

October 7th, 2009

10.04.09

Brunch @ Schiller’s

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Stroll through Soho

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October 7th, 2009

10.03.09

Brunch @ The Lodge

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Proud Mary

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The way we Rub it

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Ny lon @ Rose Bar // David Hall, El Chico and Co

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October 7th, 2009

10.02.09

Death by peanut butter (it’s a reality for some). This here be called The Elvis.

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Chrysler Building

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Kid

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Cabin

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Santo’s Party House // Open with Q-Tip and Rich Medina

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