Friday Drive
Friday June 24th, 2022 with Trevor Walker
[TwoferTributeMixTape]

Happy Friday Drivers! Or as happy as it can be when we lose two influential and innovative contributors to the global music scene. In hour one I’ll be featuring the music of Frederik Lager. Hour two I’ll be doing a very crammed tribute mix for a small taste of Patrick Adams musical legacy. (additional content exclusively on demand) Hour One: “Fredrik Lager aka Freddie Cruger & Red Astaire left us much too young the weekend of June 11 and is estimated to have been between 45 - 50 years old. He first became acquainted with hip-hop while working as a break dancer in the early 1980s and was introduced to the world of black dance music by his electric boogie dancing brother, who was collecting records at the time. He worked weekends at Space, a famed import record store in Stockholm, around 1985-86. (special job cleaning the toilet). He began purchasing more albums at this time, primarily electro and rap tracks, but also disco and funk 12″/7″ oldies. As things progressed, in1988, he purchased his first drum machine and turntables (which he considers to be the best investment he’s ever made). Around the year 91, he met Mad Mats (Raw Fusion/Jugglin’) and began hanging out in Mats’ downtown Stockholm studio. This sparked a friendship and business partnership that continues to this day. He acquired his first sampler in 1992 and released his first 12″ vinyl under the band Chimney Heads in 1994, (only 100 copies printed). The characteristic style of Freddies productions are a blend off old school hip-hop and b-boy grooves mixed up with dirty funk, soul, reggae, latin and disco rhythms. From the mid-1990s to the present he’s collaborated with a diverse range of musicians, including China Moses (DeDe Bridgewater’s daughter), Bob Powers (A Tribe Called Quest, The Roots), Rappadon, Baz Baz, La Nata (France), ADL, Desmond Foster, Linn, Ayo, SwingFly, Anthony Mills, Bas-1, and many others. He's been signed to Jugglin' Records (sub-label to Raw Fusion Recordings) but has releases on Swedish Brandy, GAMM (as the notorious Red Astaire) and his own Home Grown label. Besides this he also travelled the world as a renowned DJ spinning everything from future to old-school funk, soul, hip hop, reggae, disco and latin.” last.fm https://www.last.fm/music/Red+Astaire/+wiki Freddie Cruger discography: https://www.discogs.com/artist/112394-Freddie-Cruger Red Astaire discography: https://www.discogs.com/artist/159108-Red-Astaire Hour Two: This hour is definitely not enough time to fully explore this man’s genius but time wasn’t my friend while I was compiling this playlist and have included an extra half hour of content for anyone streaming on demand. Quoted from Discogs: Patrick Peter Owen Adams US disco, soul and boogie producer, arranger, songwriter and musician. He is known primarily for his production and songwriting work on the New York-based labels P&P Records, Red Greg Records, Salsoul Records, Prelude Records and major labels like Atlantic, as well as his studio projects Cloud One, Bumblebee Unlimited, Inner Life, Musique, Phreek and The Universal Robot Band. He has won the ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Award 3 times and has earned 32 gold and platinum records. Born on March 17, 1950 in Harlem, New York City, U.S.A., died June 21, 2022, Patrick's childhood was spent singing in choirs and attending concerts at the legendary Apollo Theater. For over 50 years Patrick Adams was an iconic producer whose’s work span a considerable gamut from Underground Disco with a strong RnB bent to Funky electro shakers throughout the 80s. Mr Adams was always adapting to the direction musical head winds were blowing while injecting his envelope pushing template. Musique “In The Bush” & “Keep On Jumping” are among his most famous smashes! His father bought him a trumpet and in his teens Adams began playing guitar and writing songs. He honed his arranging skills by dissecting the song structure and arrangement patterns of the records he heard on the radio. In 1970 he was appointed Vice President of A&R for Perception Records (5)/Today Records where he discovered teenage vocal trio Black Ivory and met his future friend and longtime musical collaborator Leroy Burgess. In 1974 Adams left Perception Records (5)/Today Records and started his own production company, Patrick Adams Productions, Inc. He met Peter Brown of P&P Records through mutual friend Lonnie Johnson and started producing experimental records for Peter's many labels. He also formed a musical collective called the The P.A. System. Some of the artists he has worked with include Ace Spectrum, Black Ivory, Bruni Pagan, Candi Staton, Debbie Taylor, Eddie Kendricks, Fonda Rae, Gladys Knight, Herbie Mann, Loleatta Holloway, Main Ingredient, Narada Michael Walden, Rick James, The Salsoul Orchestra, Shannon, Sister Sledge, Skipworth & Turner, The Spinners and more. In the '80s he started working as an engineer at Power Play Studios and did work for artists like Eric B. & Rakim, Heavy D. & The Boyz, Keith Sweat, R. Kelly, Salt-N-Pepa and Teddy Riley. okayplayer article link: https://www.okayplayer.com/news/legendary-disco-producer-patrick-adams-has-died.html Red Bull Academy article link: https://daily.redbullmusicacademy.com/2017/05/a-celebration-of-patrick-adams Jason Palma “Higher Ground” “Patrick Adams Tribute” (Available for download between June 24-30) CIUT 89.5 FM https://ciut.fm/shows/higher-ground/ Extra curriculars: EVENTS: Friday: (June 24) DJ Zattar @Parlour | 18h-23h EST 1319 Wellington St. W. June 24 ByWard Battles by Moov Ottawa Byward Market | 18h-21h EST 55 Byward Market Sq Event: https://fb.me/e/1qYUzXO13 Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/352060752187 • 1 vs 1 Hip Hop • 100$ cash prize + the pot* • Judge: @gfreezy_a.g.a (Ottawa) • MC: @bboy_effect (Ottawa, Montreal, Havana) • DJ: @iamafternoon (Montreal) • Guest Battler: @21swish (Ottawa,) ——————————————- • In front of the Beavertails stand TIME • 6-7PM | Dancer warm up & DJ spinning • 645PM | Last call for dancer check-in • 7PM | Battles begin • 9PM | Battles end PRICE DANCERS • Pre-registration MANDATORY online via Eventbrite - 10$ • Same-day Registration NOT ACCEPTED • Only accepting Top 32 • Buy your ticket & check-in with @aleadecastro at the event (Dancer list on Facebook event) AUDIENCE • Minimum 10$ suggested donation • RSVP online via Eventbrite July 1 Gregory Porter | Festival International de Jazz de Montréal @Place Des Arts | 20h-23h EDT The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal presents Gregory Porter at the Maison Symphonique, Place des Arts July 1, 2022 - As part of the festival Doors: 7:15pm // Show: 8pm Tickets on sale now! http://bit.ly/2OT76Ws Saturday: (June 25) DJ Magnificent @Parlour | 18h-23h 1319 Wellington St. W. June 25 | 12h-16h Vinyl Pop-Up New & Used Records @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. Free All Ages Event: https://fb.me/e/6s1ZmYaVT Multiple vendors, lots of crates to dig through, lots of craft beers and coffee, along with the famous Bar Robo sandwiches. June 25 | 12h EST Orléans Multicultural Festival Multiculturel d'Orléans 720 Vistapark Drive, Orleans Join us to celebrate Orléans cultural diversity, and enjoy multicultural music, dance, and crafts Event: https://fb.me/e/eDH97IL7Q Charles Lloyd Quartet featuring Bill Frisell, Reuben Rogers & Eric Harland | TD Ottawa Jazz Festival @Confederation Park | 20h30 EDT Event: https://fb.me/e/2wEhEr26U Tickets: ottawajazzfestival.com/artists/charles-lloyd-quartet JUNE 25 | 10 PM – 2 AM Sashay Summer Edition: DJ B’UGO (Montreal) Ashley Gauthier (Sashay, Throb) Featuring drag performers: △ Sunshine Glitterchild △ Xtravaganja Afrika @Club SAW 67 Nicholas st. Event: https://fb.me/e/2yEON4wUo Tickets: Sunday: JUNE 26 | 14h - 15h The Ottawa Latin Jazz Orchestra @Marion Dewar Plaza 110 Laurier Ave. W. Event: https://fb.me/e/3W8WKXCwB The Ottawa Latin Jazz Orchestra by Miguel de Armas is a tribute to the Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz genres, engaging audiences from diverse cultural backgrounds and enhancing the diversity of the Ottawa music scene. Monday: June 27 | 21h EST Dirty Dozen Brass Band | TD Ottawa Jazz Festival @Confederation Park (TD Main Stage) 100 Elgin St. Event: https://fb.me/e/2jQeeJSDW Tickets: ottawajazzfestival.com/artists/dirty-dozen-brass-band Wednesday: (June 29) Meshell Ndegeocello | TD Ottawa Jazz Festival @NAC - National Arts Centre Azrieli Studio 19h EDT Event: https://fb.me/e/22E1hSXmY Tickets: ottawajazzfestival.com/artists/meshell-ndegeocello lifeboogie @Parlour 1319 Wellington St. W. 19h30 - close Thursday: Second Year of: Ooh - Music, Arts & Streetwear Festival June 30 - July 2 The BbqOoh pre Canada Day featuring: Ian Djillo Lloyd DJ Mace DJ Velvet Trevor Walker MOOV Ottawa 12PM-8PM | FREE ADMISSION | ALL AGES York St. - “Ottawa Sign” Byward Market 10PM - 2:30AM | After Party @livelifeott | LIFE | 110 York St. JUNE 30 | 20h – 22h EST (House Dance) JULY 2 | 14h - 16h EST (Fusion Workshop) Future (Bronx NY) dance workshops! @The Flava Factory 1076B Wellington st. W. Event: https://fb.me/e/1Zf0ukkOg Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-house-dance-workshop-tickets-333681900547?fbclid=IwAR3QTJH3WQHgzZwSFzPzh_IngAqQ5P0O41iWobnDYS5Lw6IPBA9qGcTlbMs https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-fusion-dance-workshop-tickets-333692291627?fbclid=IwAR12WWfPiFTlyRoxKhfHiTwRnPHDbdlU2CZntHLseN3MrgNFyYNjTtq95V4 JULY 15 19h - JULY 17 22h Inspire Fest 1920 Highfield Cres SE, Calgary, AB T2G, Canada Event: https://fb.me/e/1QzgWdtqP Tickets: Inspirefest.ca Inspire Fest is a truly local Calgary festival. Local live music performers, local artists, local artisans, local horticulture, and local vendors. JULY 22-25 The 23rd Annual Shambhala Music Festival Break free from reality and journey to a special place in the mystical Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada. Voted Best Festival in North America 2019 by the readers of DJ Mag, the 23rd annual Shambhala Music Festival will take place July 22-25, 2022. Six uniquely themed stages. Farmily-run. No corporate sponsorship. Event: https://fb.me/e/1C5mtYaPf Tickets: tickets.shambhalamusicfestival.com Website: https://shambhalamusicfestival.com If you feel you’re not getting enough from the Friday Drive you can always check out the archive links going back at least three years. And if that’s still not enough you can always join me most Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays when possible. twitch.tv/lifeboogie 20h | Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday