Happy Friday Drivers!
Welcome to this week’s show.
Pretty much winging it this week with some odds and ends.
Expect some vintage and contemporary Jazz Funk, Caribbean, African and Latin vibes.
| Boxe Jerk Music Les Gramacks - Gramacks International Album - 3A Productions |
| Arejar (Soulstance Remix S-Tone Inc - Take 4 Single - Schema |
| Sweat The Paolo Achenza Trio - Introducing The Paolo Achenza Trio EP - Right Tempo |
| Peanut Vendor & Slide Mongoose Mike Thompson Jr - Party Time with Mike Thompson Jr Album - MT 
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| Michoui Simon Jurad - New Look Album - 3A Productions |
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| Moyage (Mark's Mix) Tony Allen - Single - Honest Jon's |
| Femme St. Pierre Marie Clemente David Martial - Show Folklore - Aux Ondes |
| Nicky Lafayette Afro Rock Band - Voudoonon Album - Makossa |
| Tema De Sonhinha IRP 3 - Single RE - Jazzman Records |
| 73 / El Cambio Es Necesario Garrett Saracho, Ali Shaheed Muhammad & Adrian Younge - Jazz Is Dead 15 Album - Jazz Is Dead 
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| Black Family Roy Ayers - Lots Of Love Album RE - Melodisc Records |
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| Spank-A-Lee Herbie Hancock - Thrust Album - Columbia Records |
| Good Luck Shore United Future Organization - Bon Voyage Album - Talkin' Loud |
| Touchdown Jambonne - Single - Space Grapes |
| 1960 What? Gregory Porter - Single RE - Expansion Records |
| Shakara (Oloje) Fela Ransome-Kuti & Africa 70 - Shakara / Lady RE - Knitting Factory
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| Reality Monk Montgomery - Reality Album - Philadelphia Intenational Records |
| Everybody's Got A Story The Choice Four - On Top Of Clear Album - RCA |
| Just Family Deedee Bridgewater - Single - Elektra |
| City Sounds STR4TA - STR4TASFEAR Album - Brownswood
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| FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2023 AT 7 PM
Umoja Galerie SAW Gallery 67 Nicholas Street Event: https://fb.me/e/4fGMaMU0v Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/umoja-tickets-526039156277... Experience the magic of storytelling in a whole new way. We've curated an unforgettable evening of self-care. You'll have the opportunity to explore your inner stories, emotions and creativity through a variety of mediums, each one designed to help you tap into your inner truth and connect with yourself and others in a deeper way. Legend Story Tellers Jacqui Du Toit and Jo-Anne Bryan join forces to guide you through a series of creative practices that will help you release tension and stress while you explore the beauty and power of imagination, movement and sound. Achieve inner peace with the melodic singing bowls of Awaken Dharma, the rhythmic drum beats of Denis Kashi, and the enchanting vocals of Dominique Gorley and Paula C. Release stress and tension with the help of DJ Seiiizi's positive vibes. Explore local visual talents David Pistol and Fabi Gomez. Fabi and David create art that is not only beautiful but also impactful. The harmonious blend of these elements will create a soothing and energizing environment. Leave feeling refreshed, motivated, and more connected to yourself and those around you. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2023 AT 7 PM – 10 PM Art Battle Ottawa: Capital Collaboration! - February 24, 2023 Arts Court/Cour des arts 2 Daly Avenue Event: https://fb.me/e/30iLCPbCz Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/art-battle-ottawa-capital-collaboration-february-24-2023-tickets-519749854807 Join us for an inspiring evening of live competitive painting at Art Battle Ottawa: Capital Collaboration! Good music, great company, & teams of Artists stepping up to the easel and putting their skills to the test in 3 fast-paced rounds. Watch the creative process unfold before your eyes and help vote for the Winner; it's a sizzling experience of creation and community! Be a part of the fun as a spectator, or participate as one of the featured artists by applying online at artbattle.com/ar This is an All Ages event. Follow us on Instagram @ArtBattleOttawa! Friday, February 24th Doors @ 7:00pm / Painting @ 8:00pm Arts Court #240 2 Daly Ave, Ottawa, ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2023 AT 10 PM Music.Art.Ppl. @ Berlin 56 Byward Market Sq Event: https://fb.me/e/2sbdIpfp0 Tickets: Ticketsbit.ly/MAPxBerlin-Feb24 Music.Art.Ppl are thrilled to be back at the legendary 56 Byward Market building. Making our debut at the brand new Berlin space on the top floor, expect a night of celebration and renewal as only Music.Art.Ppl can provide. The night will include a live painting performance, interactive projected visuals and live dance performances. We are honored to welcome our headline RISE ASHEN back to the building. Rise is one of Ottawa’s most prolific Djs and music producers. Warm up duties go to Tanner Castro who will be getting everyone ready for the night ahead. Following Tanner MAP resident DJs Pithra and Nikoli will keep things moving. Headliner: RISE ASHEN Warm Up Duties: Tanner Castro Musical Support from: Pithra & Nikoli Live Painting by: Sara Prisma Projections by: Flex Panther Live Dance Performance by: Torrin Rise Ashen Bio: Rise Ashen has devoted his life to the study of sound and movement. From his early years as a B-Boy in Montreal in the 80s to his studies at Fanshawe College (North America's Oldest Recording School) and the Banff Centre for the Arts, his focus has been on applying hi-fi knowhow to global dance music. His record collection spans the four corners of the world with club music of all tempos as his primary focus. As a DJ, he blends it all in a worldy mash and is always the sweaty and dynamic life of the party. He has played in clubs and festivals across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia. His study of Yoga has led him to combine his musical journey with his Yogi journey and he has been DJing extensively for yoga classes, festivals and events since 2012. With his partner Tangent, he founded Capital Sessions Community House Dance Practices in 2010 to share the couple’s love for house dance music and culture. His first album with Algonquin singer Flying Down Thunder received a Juno nomination in 2012, and the duo’s second album received a Native American Music Awards nomination in 2014. Since 2015 he has been collaborating with Silla, the Nunavut-based Inuit throat-singing ensemble, with whom he was long-listed for the Polaris Prize in 2016, nominated for a Juno Award in 2017 and for a Juno in 2019 as well as winning the Stingray award at Mundial in 2019 and Inuit Group of the Year and Artistic Video of the year at the SSSIMAs in 2021. He believes music and dance are essential to human culture and that united, artists can lead humanity towards a more enlightened way of living. He aspires to embody the wise words of Fela Kuti: "when the higher forces give you the gift of musicianship… it must be well used for the good of humanity" FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2023 AT 10 PM – 10:15 PM GetDown Friday's @ the Underground 56 By Ward Market Event: https://fb.me/e/6v8p5st2C Tickets: Ticketswww.eventbrite.ca/e/getdown-fridays-the-underground-tickets-542925814727 THE GET DOWN is a Booty Bouncin Headknockin Journey through the many shades of House music .. Funky Girly Jazzy Jackin Techy POZATIV Guetta Free Dancefloor Vibes!!! Expect Unreleased bombs , edits, remixes and time tested anthems All Night long!!! Curated & Blended by Balu DJ Balu’s funk-infused, soulful jackin’ house sound has been a driving force in Ottawa’s underground music scene for decades . His passion and ability to take a Dancefloor to another level with his mixing talent , and extensive music collection has allowed him to be the resident dj at legendary local nightclubs such as: Atomic, Helsinki, Surface, Heaven, Bar 56, 27 Club, Mercury Lounge lounge as well as clubs and events across the country. CEO of Pozativ Music Group, Balu and partner Jeff Dougler have collaborated and produced on over 50 dance music releases . Their tracks are consistently being played by prominent dj’s like Derrick Carter , Mark Farina, Heather, Honey Dijon , Luke Solomon Jason Hodges and in 2021 started their own label Pozativ Music (available at all digital download stores). Balu’s internationally known and respected by some of the biggest dj/ producers and yet locally focused to push underground house music to new and experienced music fans . https://pozativ.bandcamp.com/ http://SoundCloud.com/pozativ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2023 AT 10 AM – 4 PM 613flea Aberdeen Pavilion - Lansdowne Park Event: https://fb.me/e/2oGNrlYZL All Ages Friendly Dogs Welcome Accessible 140+ Vendors! Free Admission! SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25, 2023 AT 8 PM – 11:30 PM Flavia Nascimento & Tio Chorinho Arts Court/Cour des arts 2 Daly Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/2nZAIYnSh Tickets: Tickets · $17.31www.eventbrite.ca/e/flavia-nascimento-tio-chorinho-tickets-516957683347 Axé WorldFest presents Flávia Nascimento & Tio Chorinho Canada’s first ensemble dedicated to performing Brazilian choro music. Saturday, February 25th 2023 Arts Court Doors at 8pm Show at 8:30pm Tio Chorinho is known for its unique repertoire, virtuosity, dynamics, and their easy-going charm on stage. And Flavia is recognized as a favorite at street parties, popular events, major festivals, and concert halls. Exciting, energetic, soulful, intimate, nostalgic, and virtuosic, choro is an infectious popular style whose universal appeal belies its musical complexity. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2023 AT 8:30 PM – 2 AM Bass Invasion Vol. 1 Cafe Dekcuf 221 Rideau St Event: https://fb.me/e/3cpB71tmt Tickets: Tickets · $11.98www.eventbrite.com/e/bass-invasion-vol1-tickets-502786306377 The Bass Invasion event series plans to bring more of the harder dance styles you know and love. Headliner: AoS Chicago, IL, USA (Hardcore Underground, Mysteria Entertainment) Leading a newer generation of Happy Hardcore producers in recent times AoS is putting himself on the map. Playing events all across North America such as Hardcore Heaven Los Angeles 2019 to Hardcore Underground nights in Toronto Mixing the 8th edition of the Hardcore Underground series in September 2020 put a staple on years of work as a producer in the Happy Hardcore scene. Productions/remixes have been on labels such on Hardcore Underground/CLSM/Scarred Digital/Brutal Kuts to name a few. local support: K4TL0N Presents BABY KAT D.Mize XD3SIGN B2B Steph Solar Garidose Online tickets 10$+fee's Door Price 15$ 19+ government ID required SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2023 AT 9 PM – 2 AM White Rabbit 6th Anniversary w/ NATHAN BARATO (Rawthentic | Hot Creations) City At Night 222 Slater St Event: https://fb.me/e/3rgjqutpx Tickets: cityatnightFeb2523.eventbrite.ca It's the 6th Anniversary of White Rabbit in City At Night! Join us for our spin on happy hour: #HoppyHour! Between 9pm to 10pm we're offering $4 beer & bar rail! DJ's: NATHAN BARATO (RAWthentic | Hot Creations | Hottrax | Relief | Saved Records) w/ support from all 3 White Rabbit residents: Rick Laplante, Tone A, Brink Tickets available online via www.cityatnight.ca : Tier 1 = $20 Tier 2 = $24 Tier 3 = $28 (Door tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It's highly recommend to buy in advance - this event will likely reach capacity!) - Table reservations/packages are recommended for groups and available online VENUE: www.cityatnight.ca FAQ: www.cityatnight.ca/FAQ SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2023 AT 7 PM Rakestar & Day of the Dreamweapon Spark Beer 702 Somerset St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/2hCTwHJ7a Free with Suggested Donation Rakestar is an eight-piece group (4 saxes, 2 keys, 2 drums plus electronics) which takes deep inspiration from the great musical explorer Sun Ra. For this IMOO occasion the players will leave the charts at home and take an uncharted musical trip into orbit. Entry to the show is free, donations are welcome. @rakestar.ottawa Day of the Dreamweapon Post Rakestar analog synth ambience provided by David Jackson WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2023 AT 7 PM Soft Serve: FREE Community Waacking Practice uOttawa Event: https://fb.me/e/2fo6BVZz0 #Whack #Waack #Punk #Pose What is Waacking and what on earth is Waacking Wednesdays?! Waacking is an dance that consists of quick arms, posing, dramatics, character and freedom to show your own persona! This dance was originated by a group of gay men of many backgrounds and we are honoured to be able to dance and share its evolution! Waacking Wednesdays are a monthly practice and open session facilitated by various folks in the Waacking community. This is an all levels welcoming space but is not a formal dance class. Come to practice some skills you already know with your peers and share with others. Welcoming QBIPOC Not a dance class Wednesday March 1st, 2023 7-9PM @ uOttawa (terminus or main floor) Free free free free free ————— How to join? Just RSVP by sending us a DM, clicking *Attending*or just drop by! WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2023 AT 8:30 PM Spring Swing Fling with The Prime Rib Big Band Irene's Pub 885 Bank St Event: https://fb.me/e/4teNPG23m Tickets: buytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/833638 Let's face it.........no one enjoys negative 30 degree weather so why not come over to Irene's Pub and help the Prime Rib Big Band warm things up as we approach the spring season! As usual we'll be showcasing brand new material. We suggest arriving early and buying tickets in advance as our last few shows have been packed! FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2023 AT 7 PM Too Many Zooz, Featurette - Ottawa Bronson Centre Music Theatre 211 Bronson Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/2DqgPQTYL Tickets: bit.ly/3VVU5g3 Too Many Zooz http://toomanyzooz.com/ with special guest Feaurette http://featurettemusic.com/ SPECTRASONIC PRE-SALE: THU DEC 15 10AM PUBLIC ON SALE: FRI DEC 16 10AM general admission standing floor licensed 19+ - 7pm doors tickets available here: https://bit.ly/3VVU5g3 and Vertigo Records presented with the support of Ontario Creates ----- www.spectrasonic.com @spectrasonic on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2023 AT 10 PM – 2 AM Fred Everything Vs Trevor Walker [LAZY DAYS v lifeboogie Reunion] @Lounge 164 164 Laurier Ave W. Event: https://fb.me/e/2452CQZh7 Tickets: $11.98 limited early bird ends 2/27 $17.31 advance $20 door Tickets · $11.98 - $17.31www.eventbrite.com/e/fred-everything-vs-trevor-walker-lazy-days-v-lifeboogie-reunion-tickets-557763725317 After a three year hiatus one of Canada’s most well known underground dance music producers and recently Juno nominated Fred Everything will be joining Trevor Walker at Lounge 164 for dig into some deeper house vibes! Fred and Trevor have been friends and spinning together over the years since the mid ’90’s and have more recently collaborated in the studio on a couple of releases that came out on Compost records. E.S.M (Earth, Sun, Moon) in 2021 & Kafoiye featuring Diabel Cisssokho in 2022. Come down to Lounge 164 on Friday March 3rd to get a taste and get moving to 55 + years in combined club, music & nightlife experience making dance floors move. Fred Bio: Fred Everything (born Frédéric Blais in Hull, Quebec) is a French-Canadian electronic musician and DJ, best known for his work in the deep house music genre. Blais was brought up in Quebec City, where he gained an interest in synthesis and editing techniques from a young age. He later went on to perform in several live bands and compose music for theatre. His interest in dance music began with the acid house movement, particularly UK label Warp Records' releases. In the early 90s, he started playing live in raves and clubs in Canada. He was then known as "Everything", because his live sets could range anywhere from techno to house, ambient and even drum and bass.[3] Fred Everything's career as a DJ began in 1993, when he opened for Sasha at the Metropolis club night in Montreal.[4] After building up a reputation in the US and Canada, he moved to Montreal in 1996,[2] where he released many records under various record labels, including 20:20 Vision, with whom he went on to release a total of 20 records,[5] including his widely successful album "Under the Sun" in 2000.[6] Fred Everything became popular in Europe in 1997 when he performed at a festival in Glasgow, Scotland.[6] Two years later, he moved to London for three months to do an extended European tour whilst also doing production work with numerous other Deep House artists, including AtJazz, Nigel Hayes and Bougie Soliterre.[2] Towards the end of the 90s, a remix of Derrick Carter's "Life Is Like A Circle", as well as the release of Under the Sun gave Fred Everything more popularity as a remixer. He went on to remix a large number of tracks, the most well known of these being his remix of Bran Van 3000 and Roy Davis Jnr.'s track "Watch Them Come".[6] This led to a compilation of his remixes, "From The Deep- a collection of remixes 1998-2001", being released by Bombay Records in 2002. As well as his production work, he had begun writing articles on house music for the San Francisco-based music journal XLR8R. He also won two awards at the Mimi gala that year, which voted him "best DJ in Montreal" and "best electronic artist" FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2023 AT 10 PM – 2:30 AM Pull Up: Melek (MTL) City At Night 222 Slater Street Event: https://fb.me/e/2DE85xJPD Tickets: Tickets · $11.98 - $17.31www.eventbrite.com/e/pull-up-030323-tickets-546088474327 On MARCH 3rd we welcome our first out-of-town headliner for their Ottawa debut, and she goes by the name of @melek_mml Pull Up. Pull Up is... UK Garage, Jungle, Breaks, Rave Anthems, House & More! GOOD VIBES ONLY… CAN YOU FEEL IT? FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2023 AT 10 PM Etienne Ozborne Presents: Vacarme Fridays 56 Byward Market Sq Event: https://fb.me/e/3twBilmjC Tickets: Tickets · $11.98www.eventbrite.ca/e/etienne-ozborne-presents-vacarme-friday-tickets-549611572007 Canadian DJ/Producer, Etienne Ozborne has a rich musical history. Prior to becoming a DJ, Etienne honed his performance and rhythmic skills as a percussionist and drummer in an alternative band. In the 90’s, like so many of us, he fell in love with house music and never looked back. Join Etienne for his new monthly residency @ Berlin SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023 AT 12 PM – 2 PM Capital Sessions at the NAC w/ Fred Everything & Vanessa Love! National Arts Centre Event: https://fb.me/e/2PjpVX8Pj This month we are excited to feature Montreal DJ legend Fred Everything and Ottawa dancer extraordinaire Vanessa Lovell! French Canadian DJ/Producer Fred Everything is a key player in the world of House Music with two and a half decades in the music business and a discography of more than 250 releases to his credit. He has been a fixture in clubs worldwide, with his unique energetic style of mixing and ability to play with styles. He’s held residencies at SONA, Stereo and Salon Daome in Montreal as well as Next Door (Honolulu), Footwork (Toronto) and regular spots in places like Fabric (London), Smart Bar (Chicago) and Mighty (San Francisco). With over a million miles flown throughout the years, he’s played just about everywhere in the world with regular tours in Europe, Asia, Australia, North America, playing in cities such as Tel Aviv, Moscow, Istanbul, Sao Paulo and Dubai. He has also played a festivals such as Coachella, Outside Lands, Woogie Weekend, Pik Nic Electronik, Igloofest, Coincidance, Francofolies de Larochelle and many more. Vanessa was born and raised in Ottawa, Canada. From a young age, she showed interest in dance, whether it was doing Traditional Caribbean dance or getting down to the latest Hip Hop songs with her cousins. Once she was introduced to Hip Hop music, she then started to explore the dance more which led to many years of training in Hip Hop and many other street/club styles, including House dance. Over the years, Vanessa has been very involved in the street dance community from organizing events to judging local street dance battles, sitting on panels and teaching classes. Teaching has given her an opportunity to help people experience a glimpse of Hip Hop and House dance and give a look into the culture. SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023 AT 9 PM – 2 AM White Rabbit w/ MATADOR in City At Night w/ support from Tone A | Tyler Mesa | Blake Sutherland | Simon Sheppard City At Night 222 Slater Street Event: https://fb.me/e/5dEHZKoSj Tickets: Tickets · $30 - $959.84cityatnightmar0423.eventbrite.ca As DJ Awards’ 2016 Electronic Live Performer, Matador is a revolutionary live artist with a shining reputation for versatility, whilst never compromising on quality. Accolades have been showered on the Dublin-born producer, from proud ambassador of the NEVE 5088 Console, and Richie Hawtin’s PLAYDifferently MODEL1 mixer, his tenure as an ENTER resident at their worldwide events, to his consistent spot in RA’s Live Artist poll, bringing him rapid worldwide acclaim and a devoted worldwide fan base of clubbers and peers alike. Still thirsty for new worlds to conquer, Matador, aka Gavin Lynch, recently took on a new role as label boss for his RUKUS imprint. Matador’s breath-taking explosive live shows result in packed crowds and an equally packed touring schedule including key bookings at top clubs and festivals such as Awakenings, Tomorrowland, Sonus Croatia, Ultra, and Output, DC-10, Space Ibiza, Stereo Montreal. Playing to ecstatic thousands at sold out shows worldwide is a far cry from his early years. Raised on Motown, Matador then grew up with Guns N Roses, Pink Floyd, Orbital, Kasabian… As a teenager inspired by electronic giants Richie Hawtin, Adam Beyer and Jeff Mills, he listened faithfully to the Essential Mix, collecting records and learning to DJ on any pieces of equipment he could afford. His drive to learn more led him to a sound engineering course at Dublin’s Sound Training Centre, with an emphasis on electronic music production, and an obsession was born. ‘Whilst electronic production is my first love, it has been incredibly important to have knowledge of instruments in their purest form both in a studio and in a live environment.’ Along with early interest from Cocoon and Perc Trax, an encounter with Richie Hawtin boosted him from aspiring DJ on the Dublin underground club circuit to a key component of Hawtin’s Minus imprint. His success was assured by his string of successful releases there such as ‘Kingswing’ and his ‘Spooks’ EP, and by his innovative, ever-evolving live shows. His relationship with Hawtin continues to be a fruitful one, having been enlisted as an ambassador for his PLAYDifferently Model 1 analog DJ mixer in 2016. Last year also saw Matador founding his RUKUS label. ‘I’ve always loved the idea of taking my tracks from conception in the studio all the way through to release,’ he says. Initially creating an outlet for his own music, this year he invites exciting new and established talent to the imprint, as he extends his range as label boss. In 2016 he unveiled his newest live show at Loveland (ADE 2016), and he promises to add more new elements into an already complex and acclaimed performance in 2017. Unusually multi-talented outside music, Matador’s many interests and skills have fed back into his DJ career. His early twenties were spent training as a chef to the point of a promising career in Dublin’s Michelin starred restaurants. Following his Dad’s advice of ‘find something you love doing and you’ll never work a day in your life’, he split his time between the kitchen and the decks, before cooking became a much loved hobby and music his life’s work. https://soundcloud.com/matador_official https://www.instagram.com/matador_official TICKETS/TABLES via: www.cityatnight.ca (Door tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It's highly recommend to buy in advance - this event will likely reach capacity!) - Table reservations/packages are recommended for groups and available online VENUE: www.cityatnight.ca FAQ: www.cityatnight.ca/FAQ SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023 AT 6 PM Pique spring 23 Arts Court/Cour des arts 2 Daly Avenue Event: https://fb.me/e/4iTHEwuin Tickets: Tickets · $20 - $40www.eventbrite.ca/e/pique-spring-23-tickets-536072696867 The 2023 season premiere of ᴘɪQᴜᴇ – the building-wide music and art party bringing music, art and performance to the Arts Court four times per year. Pique spring edition features audio-visual performances, media art installations, live collaborations, and DJ sets by forward-thinking, visionary artists from Algonquin territory and across Turtle Island. Entry is PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN with a suggested donation of $20-$40. The event is ALL AGES and licensed. Visit thisispique.com for more info. ꜰᴇᴀᴛᴜʀɪɴɢ… Vivek Shraya Joe Rainey Darius Jones & Amirtha Kidambi Mas Aya Diana Lynn VanderMeulen Stefana Fratila Geronimo Inutiq MvB No Tourists Fraud Perry Theland Kicknosway VJ Sleeps-With-Bears MS. BABY Banggz JAYEL natalie hanna, Jennifer Pederson, & Liam Burke Aaron Daniels Casey Pique takes place on the stolen land of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people. If you support our programming, please consider also donating to a local Indigenous organization or fundraiser. Learn more about this land acknowledgement and find educational resources and ways to support at www.debaser.ca/land-acknowledgement. SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023 AT 8 PM Salsa party with Fiesta Cubana Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St Event: https://fb.me/e/2sGg1zVCe Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/salsa-party-with-fiesta-cubana-tickets-515097910717 Join us at Queen St Fare for a spicy Latin fiesta with live Cuban music by Miguel de Armas and Fiesta Cubana. SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023 AT 10 PM Vinyl Tingz! Cafe Dekcuf 221 Rideau St. Event: https://fb.me/e/5tsB6Y67R Tickets: $10 at the door DJs Pete Shredz Chimo Bass Mati Art Vibes By Dems & Doll More info incoming! THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2023 AT 9 PM THE HUMAN RIGHTS + Ras Lee & The Vibes Band & DJ Chocolate Rainbow Bistro 76 Murray St. Event: https://fb.me/e/2ync0SfEE Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-human-rights-ras-lee-and-the-vibes-band-dj-chocolate-tickets-472645343947 The BEAT Network, CHUO 89.1 FM and Nufunk.ca Present THE HUMAN RIGHTS Live in Ottawa! with special guests Ras Lee & The Vibes Band DJ Chocolate Thursday March 30 @ The Rainbow Bistro (76 Murray Street) 8:00 pm doors $16.50 advance at Eventbrite | $20 door :::: The Human Rights www.thehumanrights.ca When it comes to reggae in Canada, few bands do it better—while remaining true to its founding principles—than Toronto’s The Human Rights. Since forming in 2007 around one of the scene’s true lions, Friendlyness (previously of Culture Shock, Truth And Rights and Big Sugar), The Human Rights have developed a modern, high energy sound that blends Roots Reggae with jazz, funk and R&B influences, courtesy of a blazing three-piece horn section and the soulful lead vocals of Juno award nominee Tréson. On their new album Reggae Strong, The Human Rights more than live up to its title following an extended break since releasing their 2016 self-titled album and the 2018 single “I Need You.” Recorded with producer and former band member Patric McGroarty, and mixed and mastered by renowned Canadian reggae artist Dubmatix, Reggae Strong finds The Human Rights coming as close as they have yet to achieving a truly Canadian reggae sound, with guest appearances by Toronto’s Ras Yunchie, Caddy Cad, I-Sax, and Carol Brown. Ras Lee & The Vibes Band www.raslee.com Ras Lee is a true reggae warrior, born and raised in Montego Bay, Jamaica and currently residing in Ottawa. He is a Canadian Juno award nominee and is well known for his album and single “Who Killed the Lion” which is a tribute to Bob Marley. In 2012 he was crowned Ottawa Reggae Ambassador in recognition of his work over the years in the Ottawa community as a reggae artist. In 2018, Ras Lee released the song “Don’t Give Up”, a track produced by CanJam music. Ras Lee continues to perform in various venues and music festivals throughout Ontario and Quebec as a lead vocalist and with his band The Vibes Band. Ras Lee is actively working on his next album. MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2023 AT 7 PM EDT North Moovment Szn 4: April to June 2023 Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/3ZASw1mzI North Moovment Szn 4 is here and open for registration and auditions! What is morning Moovment? North Moovment is Ottawa/Gatineau's only 12 week Street Dance training program for teens & adults created by Moov Ottawa Dance. With Artistic Directors of Moov, Alea & Arnaldo will be guiding the three groups through Hip Hop and House training, skill building, cypher and battle opportunities, cultural and historical learning, confidence building, performance opportunities and simply learning how to dance! Check out the 3 group options for Szn 4: Thursdays 6-8PM: Introductory/Beginner Training Group Thursdays 8-10PM: Advanced Beginner Training Group Mondays 6-9PM: Training & Performance Hybrid Group ------------------------- How to register (Thursdays groups)? www.moovottawa.com & get 10% off with code "NORTH10" How to audition (Monday group)? www.moovottawa.com & put in your video submission! ------------------------- Questions? Join our live Q & A on Feb 20th & March 7th RSVP @ www.moovottawa.com/north-moovment Follow us on social: @moovottawa @northmoovment FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2023 AT 9 PM THE SOUL MOTIVATORS: Ottawa + DJ Trevor Walker Rainbow Bistro 76 Murray St Event: https://fb.me/e/3j6zo4dHf Tickets: $18.90 www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-soul-motivators-live-in-ottawa-dj-trevor-walker-tickets-530592385107 The BEAT Network Presents THE SOUL MOTIVATORS Live in Ottawa! +DJ TREVOR WALKER FRIDAY APRIL 14 THE RAINBOW BISTRO 76 Murray St., Ottawa Doors @ 9pm $16.50 advance | $20 at the door The Soul Motivators: www.soulmotivators.com The Soul Motivators are here to restore your faith in funk. A fresh take on a classic sound, they blend 1970’s funk and soul, psychedelic jams and hip-hop breaks. They’ve shared stages with greats like Grandmaster Flash, Afrika Bambaataa, Lee Fields, Bernie Worrell and electrified crowds at major events such as the TD Toronto Jazz Festival, The PanAm Games, Sunfest, and Festival d'Ete. Their debut album, Free to Believe, was released on Do Right! Music in 2015, to national and international acclaim. 2017 saw the release of the Dirt on The Floor EP through Detroit’s Funk Night Records. A string of sold-out tour dates brought their high-octane live show to the masses. Their 2020 album Do The Damn Thing was the first recording to feature the power-house vocal stylings of Shahi Teruko – whose relentless fire and electrifying performances have been shaking up audiences since she joined the band in 2015. Having celebrated their 10th anniversary in 2022, the band returns with a brand new album Do It Together (coming out March 24 on Do Right! Music) and cross-Canada tour dates. DJ Trevor Walker: For more than 30 years, Trevor Walker has been one of Canada’s best kept secrets. But talk to anyone who’s danced to his sets, booked him or shared the decks with him and the word legend is often use to praise his work. Collecting and playing music since 1988, he spent 21 years as a resident at Ottawa’s Mercury Lounge, one of the longest lasting and most respected venues in the country, playing alongside DJs such as Derrick Carter, Louie Vega, Joe Claussell, Gilles Peterson, Fred Everything, Quantic, King Britt, Dj Spinna, Osunlade, Roger Sanchez, Josh Wink, and the list goes on. He also shared the bill with bands such as Jamiroquai, The Roots, Gil Scott-Heron, Maceo Parker, Alice Russell, Souljazz Orchestra, The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Bembe Segue, Galliano, and many more. SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023 AT 10 AM – 5 PM Ottawa Record Fair 2023 Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre 355 Cooper Street Afterlight: weekly Tuesday-Thursday | 19h-late 129 Bank St An underground lounge & listening bar curated by some of the Canadian Capital's most prominent DJs featuring different selectors weekly. 7pm until late 19+ no cover Catch me on twitch.tv/lifeboogie *when possible Tuesday | 20h Open Format Thursday | 20h | Jazz - Funk - Disco - Soul - Afro - Latin - Reggae + stuff Saturday | 20h | Disco - Nu Disco - Deep House - Nujazz - Future Funk - Broken Beat + Good Vibes Socials / Archive: Instagram / Twitch: @lifeboogie Fecesbook: https://www.facebook.com/djtrevorwalker MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/trevor-walker4/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker |
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