Happy Friday "Drivers"!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
Humbled and extremely grateful and sending massive thanks to the 64 very generous “drivers” who donated bringing this year’s show to the grand total of $3986.69 raised!
Although the official drive is over we’re still accepting donations until Sunday through the station’s website as we're still a tad short of the station's overall goal, so don't be shy, better late than never.
You can still donate directly to the “Friday Drive” campaign with the link that follows.
https://www.canadahelps.org/me/64REJEQf
I’ve got an amazing list of donors to thank profusely for their very generous donations.
Looking at the list on my Canada Helps page 63 donors reached out bringing the “Friday Drive” campaign to the grand total of $4460.69 of my $5000 goal for this year’s Friday Drive.
2023 FDFDF list of donors is as follows:
-Anonymous x 2
-Mark Robinson & Andrea Fowler
-Benjamin Robinson
-Elorious Cain
Hosts:
“The Groove” | Saturdays | 13h -15h
-Neil McLeod
(3 separate donations throughout the funding drive)
-Johanna Murphy
-Pierre-Louis Pinel
-Paul Obrien
-Micheal Perrin
-Peter Stockdale
-Kevin Pickles & Nicky Brody
-Anne Bell
-Ryan Bresee
Hosts:
“Whatever’s Cool With Me | Thursdays | 9h30 - 12h
-Heavy Ben
Hosts:
“In A Mellow Tone” | Wednesdays | 21h - 11h
“Chance Meeting” | Fridays | 15h - 16h
“Heavy Friends” | Saturdays | 20h - 22h
-Mary Ellen Brett
-Pascal Marais
-Glenn Walker
-Candace Nelson
Hosts:
“Candyshop” | Fridays | 16h - 17h
-Jessie-Lee Wallace
-Amy Thomas
-Jerod Wizniak
-Jeff Larocque
Hosts:
“Thursday Special Blend” | Thursdays | 7h30 - 9h30
-Brian Lamey
-Paul Watson
-Sonia Vani
-Hollis Maradyn-Jowsey
-Meg Stuart
-Jean-Francois Bouchard
-Robin Dunbar
-Manmohan Panesar
Hosts:
“This Island Earth” | Sundays | 13h - 16h
-Molly Stollmeyer
-Mark Murphy
-Yuri Whitlock
-Mihajlo Kos
-Kim G818
-Cecile Suchal
-Ann Rickenbacker
-Andres Castro
-Scruffy_Sac SoundZystem
-Frederic Laurier
-Valerie Stam
-Andrew Pakuts
Hosts:
“Lost In Bass” | Tuesdays | 00h - 2h
-Peter Kaminsky
-Emily Jones Joanisse
-Luc Thivierge - *undisclosed Amount
-THE TAX GUYS, Julian
-Chris White
Hosts:
Canadian Spaces | Saturdays | 10h - 12h
-Zach Tesolin
-Leah Geller
-Zoe Mallett
-Stefan Bergeron
-David Pontello
-Lisanne Glavin
-CKCU DJ Party - $285 (raised $855)
Massive thanks to The Lounge One Six Four for hosting and their very generous donations to the daily prize packs and the cash donation the night of the party.
-Bill Riseborough
-David Dalle
Hosts:
“David Dalle” | Thursdays | 14h - 16h
-Wyatt
-Gord Walker
-Robert Bissett
-Paul Spaniel
-Richard White
-robert p in gatineau
I’ve got a jam packed show full of goodies as a kick off payback to all my supporters for this first show of getting back to the basics of more music and less talk.
As always, thank you for taking the time to be here, happy listening and I hope you enjoy the show.
| I'm Thankful (Part 1) Spanky Wilson & The Quantic Soul Orchestra - Single - Tru Thoughts |
| Bandits Screechy Dan - Single - Daptone Records |
| Searching King Sporty - Single - Konduko |
| Mo Joe Rock Steady Sound Dimension - Single - Iron Side |
| Funky Kingston Matals - Single - Shelter Recordings |
| Lluvia Sonora Tropical - Single RE - Soundway Records |
| Guarare Ray Barretto - Barretto Album - Fania Records |
| Love The Feeling Leroy Hutson - II Album - Curtom Records |
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| He Amigo Captain Globo Jr. - Single - Telson |
| Adwao Osibisa - Single - Warner Brothers |
| Soul Makossa Bayete - Single - Smash Disco |
| The Joy DrRobert And The Half-Truths - Single - Soulfly Records |
| We're A Winner The Impressions - Single - ABC Records |
| Boiling Point The Winston Brothers - Single - Colemine Records |
| It's The Music That Makes Us Do It Magnum - Single RE - Jaimie Record Co. |
| Basa Bongo Yoruba Singers - Single RE - Soundway Records 
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| Turn Turn Turn Jennifer Lara - Single RE - Studio One Records |
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| Che Che Cole Makossa Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra - Single - Daptone Records |
| on demand exclusive |
| Chameleon Herbie Hancock - Autodrive Single - Columbia |
| Na Oil Seun Kuti + Egypt 80 - Think Africa / Na Oil Single - Still Music |
| Mr. Love Effi Duke & The Love Family - Mr. Love Album RE - PMG Audio |
| Kady Canon Du Zaire - Canon Du Zaire Album - Africamania |
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| Put The Funk Back Blackwell - Boogie Down Mess Around Album - Penny Farthing |
| A Lover's Holiday Change - Change Of Heart EP - WEA |
| Rock Me Again & Again & Again & Again & Again & Again (6 Times) Lynn Collins - Check Me Out - If You Don’t Know Me By Now Album - People |
| The Boogie (Ray Mang Edit) Joan Bibiloni - Single - Gouranga
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| Make Me Hot (Yam Who Re-Edit) Little Brother - Single - Yam Who |
| Zagreb I Fred Everything - Zagreb / The Quest EP - Lazy Days Recordings 
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| Extra Curriculars:
MONDAYS IN NOVEMBER! 20, 27 & DECEMBER 4 Moov Ottawa Hip Hop Classes with Valentina @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave Information + registration: www.moovottawa.com Intro Hip Hop | 6-7 pm (4 weeks) Beginner Hip Hop | 7-8 pm (4 weeks) Beginner / Intermediate Choreography | 8-9 pm (Drop in) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 AT 7 PM - SATURDAY NOVEMBER 18 AT 11 PM Object//Project Festival: Sound - Image - Text @Arts Court 67 Nicholas St Event: https://fb.me/e/4FotbAQde Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../low-noise-productions-10... Join us for Object//Project, a new festival presented by Possible Worlds celebrating graphic art, electronic music and print. It takes place on November 17-18, 2023, at our new home, Arts Court. It builds on our first event in 2017 held at our previous Chinatown location. We'll also be celebrating the 10-year anniversary of our in-house cassette label, Low Noise Productions. TICKETS: Object//Project is free admission, except Low Noise Productions music performances are PWYC (suggested $15 for 1-day or $20 for 2 days -> tickets available https://www.eventbrite.com/.../low-noise-productions-10...) LOCATION: All activities are located on the 1st floor of Arts Court (2 Daly Avenue) unless otherwise noted. More information: possibleworldsshop.com -——————————————— **SUMMARY OF EVENTS** > Low Noise Productions 10-Year Anniversary Music Showcase > Prints & Inks: Pushing the Margins, an exhibition of Canadian Risograph printers and presses > Art Market featuring local and out-of-town artists > Artist Talk with Tristan Pernet (Paris Print Club) in partnership with SAW > Synth Music Demonstration >Zinemaking and Zine Exchange Meetup -——————————————— **PARTICIPATING ARTISTS** ART MARKET Atelier Parcoeur BEING Studio BY NATE VA Chaos Collective Clay Baby cslackdesign Emily Neufeld flo. Literary Magazine Gabi Benitez James Hewitt Kline Zine Madeleine Merritt No Gloss Riso Nosy Mag O. Dennis Ottawa Design Club Phantomtits Reinoso Sarah Gysin / little sprout Self_Saboteur Prints Shop Cold Pizza Vern Martin-Ivie LOW NOISE MUSIC PRODUCTIONS PERFORMANCES Gravitronic Transmit vs. Intangerines Hedon CMD VJ Cinetik NothingNobody Day of Niagra Reaching Needles Corrodesion Garbageface Stan K PRINTS & INKS EXHIBITION: PUSHING THE MARGINS: CANADIAN RISOGRAPH EDITION Moniker Press (Vancouver) Yolkless Press (Calgary) Cold Pizza (Saskatoon) Parameter Press (Winnipeg) Prima Materia (Hamilton, ON) Colour Code (Toronto) Popolo Press (Montreal) Nothing New Projects (St. John's) Possible Worlds (Ottawa) This event champions the work of progressive, emerging and diverse artists who are contributing to a renewed graphic and sound aesthetic in the city. For lovers of all that is DIY, independently created and self-published. With thanks to our partners Arts Court, Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) and SAW. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 2023 AT 7:30 PM Hübsch Martel Zoubek with Humboldt Duo @Glebe-St. James United Church 650 Lyon St. S. Event: https://fb.me/e/MTrp166j Tickets: $20 sugg. Donation, PWYC, NOTAFLOF Bringing together Carl Ludwig Hübsch on tuba, Pierre-Yves Martel on viola da gamba and modular synthesizer, and Philip Zoubek on prepared piano, the Canadian-German trio Hübsch Martel Zoubek has been creating improvised music together for over a decade. Their paths converged in 2012 during an initial encounter at the Loft in Cologne. The recording of that performance gave birth to "June 16," their debut album, launched on the Berlin label Schraum. Subsequently, the trio embarked on a series of tours, delivering more than 60 concerts across Europe and Canada. They also released albums such as "Drought" (Tour de bras, 2016), "Otherwise" (insub records, 2018), and "Ize" (insub, 2020), in addition to recording live concert sessions for Radio-France and the Austrian radio ORF. The distinctive instrumentation of Hübsch Martel Zoubek and their refined improvisational approach have allowed the trio to craft a unique language and sound over the years. The result is a pointillistic and intricate musical experience that unfolds through attentive listening, where traditional roles seamlessly blur. HÜBSCH MARTEL ZOUBEK Carl Ludwig Hübsch — tuba. objets Pierre-Yves Martel — dessus de viole, synthétiseur modulaire FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2023 AT 9 PM Marc Decho Quartet - Stevie Wonder Mixed Tape Sessions Vol II Art House 555 Somerset St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/39ifaiCSZ MDQ Re-interprets and re-imagines the music of the living legend Mr. Stevland Hardaway Morris. MD: Bass Leighton Rodney: Keys & Melodica Ben Di Millo: Guitar Val Nehovora: Drums 9PM. 2 Sets. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2023 9:30 PM - 2 AM “Yeah Yeah…Whatever!” DJs Alex “Magnificent” Edwards & Trevor “lifeboogie” Walker Visuals by Matt Cameron @Lounge164 164 Laurier Ave, W 19+ | $10 ltd. early bird / $15 advance + door until 11 PM Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/yeah-yeah-whatever-round-ii-tickets-753566937997?aff=oddtdtcreator Event: https://fb.me/e/53bSTopa9 Alex & Trevor have been working on a night where they can spread their musical wings and drop some vibes they feel O-Town has been lacking. Pumped to share the plethora of all types of music to move minds, bodies and souls, that we have been accumulating over the years that don’t always make the playlist but that needs to be heard! The goal is for you trust the journey the DJ is offering. You can expect a medley of whatever vintage & contemporary grooves you’ve ever heard us spin with who knows what thrown in for good measure while keeping it bumping, fresh, vibey, deep, edgy & groovy. All tempos, genres for days collaged as only Alex & Trevor can. Hope you’ll give it a taste. All are welcome so spread the word! P.L.U.R. vibes always! current + classic + analog + digital + open format + dancing tunes THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2023 AT 8 PM Lives Like Skyscrapers w/ Area Resident Raphael Weinroth-Browne @House of TARG 1075 Bank St Event: https://fb.me/e/5RBZHBJ71 Tickets: Tickets · $9.85www.eventbrite.ca/e/lives-like-skyscrapers-w-area-resident-raphael-weinroth-browne-tickets-735498855877 Lives Like Skyscrapers, the 7-piece, Ottawa/Toronto based shoegazers will perform with support from local indie rockers Area Resident and classically trained, metal influenced cellist Raphael Weinroth-Browne. Doors 8pm Show 8:30 $8 in advance $10 door This show is an after party for Ottawa's premiere screening of the cult comedy, The Locksmiths, winner of the 2022 Vancouver Independent Film Festival. See https://thelocksmiths.ca/ for more details. FRIDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2023 AT 8 PM Black Owned @The Origin Arts & Community Centre 57 Lyndale Ave. Event: https://fb.me/e/Gk13cAj9 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../black-art-inspired-by-first... Black Art Inspired by First Black Owned Businesses in Ottawa. Do you love art, supporting local artists and old school RnB? If the answer was yes to one or all the above this is for you! Immerse yourself in visual art, featuring striking acrylic on canvas as you Meet the creative force behind this exhibition as the artist themselves takes the stage. Gain insights into the inspiration, stories, and significance of each piece. It's a unique opportunity to connect with the artist and understand the art on a deeper level. Let the good times roll and the Dj spin! Show your love for local artistry and Black-owned businesses by attending this event. It's an opportunity to embrace the vibrant culture and talent that thrives in our city. This isn't just an art exhibition; it's a night of cultural enrichment, unity, and celebration. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event, where art, history, and music converge. Your presence will make it all the more special. See you at 'Celebration of Blackness'!" FRIDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2023 AT 9 PM Atlantis Jazz Ensemble @Irene’s Pub 885 Bank St Event: https://fb.me/e/7fQmX6N4N The Atlantis Jazz Ensemble is releasing their brand new album, "Celestial Suite", at Irene's in Ottawa. Expect a memorable night of spiritual, modal and soulful jazz at its best. L'Atlantis Jazz Ensemble lance son tout nouvel album, "Celestial Suite", chez Irene's à Ottawa. Attendez-vous à une soirée mémorable, remplie de jazz spirituel, modal, et funky à souhait. Personnel: Ed Lister - trumpet Zakari Frantz - alto sax Pierre Chrétien - electric piano Chris Pond - double bass Mike Essoudry - drums Ticket info to come... FRIDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2023 8 PM AXE Worldfest pres. Nobuntu @Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd, Orleans Event: https://fb.me/e/RBzkZ5uI Tickets: Ticketsshenkmanarts.ca/en/nobuntu Nobuntu is an all women, five piece a’cappella vocal ensemble from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The name Nobuntu is an African concept that values humbleness, love, purpose, unity and family from a woman’s perspective. This group wows audiences with a fusion of traditional Zimbabwean rooted music, Afro Jazz, Gospel and Crossover. They have appeared at festivals both in Zimbabwe, Europe, and have toured in the USA. Plus, they were nominated for the Zimbabwe International Women Awards in Musician of the Year 2015 Category. A unique performance that will entertain from start to finish. “Their sound was mesmeric. It was a unique, contralto blended unison, its richness the result of years of discipline and training.” - The Royal Gazette ------------- Nobuntu est un ensemble vocal a cappella composé de cinq femmes et originaire de Bulawayo, au Zimbabwe. Le nom Nobuntu est un concept africain qui valorise l’humilité, l’amour, le sens de la vie, l’unité et la famille du point de vue d’une femme. Ce groupe séduit le public avec une fusion de musique traditionnelle zimbabwéenne, d’Afro Jazz, de gospel et de crossover. Il a participé à des festivals au Zimbabwe et en Europe, et a effectué des tournées aux États-Unis. De plus, le groupe a été sélectionné pour les Zimbabwe International Women Awards dans la catégorie Musicienne de l’année 2015. Un spectacle unique qui vous divertira du début à la fin. « Le son était hypnotique. C’était un unisson unique, mêlé de contralto, dont la richesse était le résultat d’années de discipline et d’entraînement. » – The Royal Gazette SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2023 AT 12 PM - 4 PM ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market 338 Somerset St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/1HEBibheq Join us for a festive gathering and Indigenous Holiday Market at the ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub! Join us for a festive gathering at the ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub! Highlights: Shop Indigenous: Explore various products and gifts from over 30 local Indigenous vendors. Perfect for unique holiday shopping! Savour the Flavour: Warm up with complimentary bannock and tea, traditional favourites that will surely get you in the holiday spirit. Giveaways & Surprises: Try your luck with exciting giveaways and enjoy the festive ambiance filled with good cheer. Community Vibes: This is more than just a market – a gathering of community, culture, and celebration. Reconnect with old friends and make some new ones! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Indigenous artistry and entrepreneurship. Whether you're shopping for holiday gifts or wish to experience the warmth of the Indigenous community during the festive season, the ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market is the place to be. See you there! SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2023 AT 2 - 7 PM Bazar da Brasileiras / Pop Up Bazaar @386F Bank St. Event: https://fb.me/e/6gxkGQDeG Tickets: Freewww.eventbrite.ca/e/738018472117 Saravah presents Bazar das Brasileiras / Pop up Bazaar Saturday, November 25th 2023 Location: 386F Bank Street (Downstairs) 2pm till 7pm Venham para nosso bazar - Teremos marcas famosas Brasileiras como Forum e Farm e muitas marcas de fora como: Tommy, Guess, Zara, H&M, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren e muito mais. *Nos ofereceremos um saco de items gratuitos para Brasileiros recem chegados (nos avise em antecedencia para sabermos quem estiver interessads) Expect gently used clothing, fashion finds and great brands for very low prices. Clothes for all genders and ages SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023 7 - 11 PM KAMINSKY SELECTS @ Ten Toes Coffee 837 Somerset St. W Event: https://lh3.google.com/u/0/d/1cTJ4TzHi0hxEJ1LDmIvYVPPFr6D0uqWG=w526-h395-p-k-nu-iv1 Afro & Latin - Voodoo Funk - Rockers Reggae - Early Dancehall - Ska - Forro - Samba Soul - Antillean - High Life - Caribbean - Congolese Rumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023 AT 9:30 PM The CAMO Sessions Vol. 2 [Marcus Visionary] @Lounge 164 Event: https://fb.me/e/P5cj5Syw Tickets: $20 The Second Edition of The CAMO Sessions We’re coming in hot! MARCUS VISIONARY - Digital SoundBoy, Toronto (Inner City Dance, Tribal Life, Kool FM) Sparkee Live Trenchfoot Dj k ART SHOW and Clothing Release By Dems and Doll Our goal is to bring local Jungle / Drum n Bass DJs and Supporters together- ALL THINGS CAMO & JUNGLE Doors at 9:30PM / $20 All Night PLUR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2023 AT 10 AM - 5 PM Idle Hands Art Craft And Vintage Sale 2023 @AllSaints Event Space 10 Blackburn Ave Event: https://fb.me/e/vSoZuQs2b Ottawa's most anticipated and longest-running indie sale is back! We are thrilled to announce our new venue, All Saints Event Space in Sandy Hill. Featuring local independent businesses, artists, crafters and vintage wares. Original art, prints, jewellery, clothing, furniture, home decor, apothecary, toys, edible delights and so much more. FRIDAY DECEMBER 1, 2023 - FEBRUARY 11, 2024 Rising Tide 2023 Additions to the City of Ottawa Art Collection @City Hall Gallery SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 AT 7:30 PM IMOO #221 Dans Les Arbor’s with AC/CC and tuna @135 rue Eddy, Hull Event: https://fb.me/e/7SJXDzK4Q Tickets: $20 Suggested, PWYC, NOTAFLOF Xavier Charles – clarinet Ivar Grydeland – guitar Christian Wallumrød – piano Ingar Zach – percussion Dans les arbres is an improvising ensemble comprising French clarinettist Xavier Charles and the three Norwegians pianist Christian Wallumrød, guitarist Ivar Grydeland, and percussionist Ingar Zach. “This unique improvising quartet (…) continues to fine-tune its artistic concept with a rare sense of accord, and shared responsibilities.” (ECM Records) The group’s idiosyncratic inhabitants form unusual combinations of airy, wooden, metallic sounds, prepared strings and tampered drum heads. Their world of sounds and the fine sense of communication, lead to collective playing and spontaneous group- composing named to be in a “class of its own”. Their music moves gently but steadily ahead on broad planes of sound. The dynamic textural sceneries evolve as Dans les arbres harnesses its wealth of unorthodox extended techniques. Since the recording of their first album in 2006, Dans les arbres has performed more than 150 concerts around the globe. The two releases on ECM Records and one on Hubro – the self-titled debut “Dans Les Arbres” (2008), “Canopée” (2012) and “Phosphorescence” (2017) have received praise from reviewers and audiences alike. In October 2019 the group’s fourth album “Volatil” was released on the label SOFA, and in November 2019 they launched “Mausoleum” – their first download-only-album on Bandcamp. Dans les arbres was nominated for the prestigious Nordic Music Prize 2015. Dans les arbres have performed with guest musicians such as Yumiko Tanaka, Otomo Yoshihide, Jim O ́Rourke, Alexander Ruck Santos, Australian Speak Percussion, the Norwegian duo Vilde & Inga and The Norwegian Wind Ensemble. Together with singers and Oslo Sinfonietta they performed the piece “About Nature” by Henrik Hellstenius at the Oslo Opera House in 2015. “There’s no end to the delights of this quite magical disc. The finest composition, like improvisation, ultimately relies on intuition, and these players seem to have an innate grasp of the right combination of sounds and textures. Dans les arbres must be one of the finest ECM Improv releases – indeed, releases from any label – in recent years.” (The Wire) SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 AT 10 PM Ultraviolet @Lounge 164 164 Laurier Ave. W. Event: https://fb.me/e/3WuvF8XzV Tickets: Tickets · $11.98www.eventbrite.ca/e/ultraviolet-progressive-house-tickets-747558687157 A new Progressive House, Melodic House & Techno night in the nations capital! Featuring: ------------ JOE ROWE ------------ Farris Wheel//MK837//Peroxide A veteran of the underground electronic music scene, Ottawa based DJ/Producer Joe Rowe has performed at some of the top venues and events in the world, including The Guvernment, Circa, The Trinity Rooms in Ireland, several appearances at Revolution in New York City, and the World Electronic Music Festival to name a few. In recent years Joe has been busy in the studio focusing on Tech House, Progressive, Melodic House & Techno. His single "The Pursuit of Loneliness" saw support from artists such as Judge Jules, Korolova and Sean & Dee, and hit #1 on the Progressive House Hype Top 100 on Beatport, even breaking into the overall Top 100 for all genres combined! Also, his recent track "Concentrate" has been signed to the legendary Farris Wheel Recordings, which will be releasing soon! An experienced producer, promoter and performer, Joe is always happy to share his industry knowledge with others, and enjoys doing his part to foster the next generation of Canadian talent. ---------- ALAIN M. ---------- Future Avenue//Bekool Records//Ottawa Prog Vibes Alain M has been a DJ, off and on, for over 25 years. His sound is resolutely progressive, thoughtfully melodic and infectiously groovy and rhythmic. He produces the weekly radio show and podcast Ottawa Prog Vibes, now in its fifth year, which is broadcast on Beach Radio (UK) and Chill Lover Radio (New York) every Saturday. He is also a resident on Belgium's XBeat Radio (once a month) and Dutch FM station Meer Radio (once a month). As founder of Ottawa Prog Vibes he has also produced a number of live events including the Expeditions series, Shake my Thursday, Sit Down Sessions, Levitar, and has appeared as a guest DJ at events including Gaiafest, Echoes 2 and Black Rabbit Festival. ------ Boraa ------ AH Digital//BC2/UV Noir/Three Records Ottawa Prog Vibes is thrilled and proud to introduce Boraa as our newest resident DJ. He joins Steve Finney in our roster of talented prog DJ/producers. Starting his electronic music career when he was only 17 years old, Boraa fed off the eclectic music scene of Istanbul and incorporated his experience into his productions. Playing in parties across Turkey, including but not limited to major cities like Istanbul, and Izmir, as well as Antalya, Bodrum, and Baku, Boraa also contributed to the development of the electronic scene in Baku, Azerbaijan, where he worked with event organizations and working with big names. More recently, Boraa supported the first and best music platform in Baku, solong.live, and worked as a lineup coordinator, connecting the big names with the fans. Boraa has also shared the stage and collaborated with names such as Guy J, Tantum, Kasper Koman, Frankey & Sandrino, Alex O’Rion, Martin Roth, and Kadosh. The first production experience of Boraa dates back to 2015, with more recent releases such as “Mind Field” with Three Records, “Melancholia” with Ah Digital, and “Clouds” with BC2 Records, and an upcoming track release on UV NOIR (Nov. 17th). Please help us wish Boraa a warm welcome to the OPV family! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023 AT 9 PM Marc Decho Quartet - AAAAUM Vinyl Release Party @Motel Chelsea 13 Chemin de La Riviere, Chelsea, QC Event: https://fb.me/e/3HLTu4MA2 Tickets: (Limited seating so grab your tickets here!) https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../motel-chelsea-presents-marc... "Om or aum (pronounced ah-uu-mm) is a sacred sound considered by many ancient philosophical texts to be the sound of the universe, encompassing all other sounds within it" AAAUM the debut album from Canadian electric bassist-composer Marc Decho has finally arrived on vinyl and we're thrilled to bring it to you LIVE !! Recorded live off the floor in Toronto, Canada the album features Canadian jazz heavyweights. GRAMMY-nominated and Juno Award-winning alto saxophonist Luis Deniz, Juno Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Jeremy Ledbetter and Grammy, Latin Grammy and Juno-nominated drummer and producer Marito Marques. The mixing and mastering was handled by Helik Hadar who has won 2 GRAMMY Awards and is nominated 4 times for best engineered album (Herbie Hancock, Joni Mitchell, Mike Stern). "The music has been described as beautiful, angular, spiritual and complex" Loads of vinyl on hand !! and even some of those CD do-dadz Featuring: Marc Decho - electric bass Steve Adubufuor - drums Sam Cousineau - alto Sax Deniz Lim-Sersan - keys 9PM. 2 Sets. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023 AT 5 PM Pique Winter Edition ’23 @Arts Court 67 Nicholas St Event: https://fb.me/e/92EuHjATt Tickets: Tickets · $27.96 - $54.58www.eventbrite.ca/e/pique-winter-edition-2023-tickets-751730956527 December 9, 2023 marks the return of Pique winter edition, as it once again transforms the Arts Court into a vibrant hub for its renowned building-wide celebration, spotlighting underground music and art from across Turtle Island. Pique is a platform for multidisciplinary and collaborative presentation like no other in the region, bringing together artists and audience members from a diverse network of underground and emerging cultural scenes. Working in partnership with leading contemporary arts organizations, Pique programming brings together a variety of curatorial perspectives, combining music, visual arts, movement and screen-based presentation in a variety of traditional, interactive, and immersive formats. The all-ages festival will present 20 artists across 10 stages and exhibition spaces all at the Arts Court building complex in downtown Ottawa. Tickets to Pique are pay-what-you-can, and the Piquee live stream is free to watch online. Admission is PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN with a suggested contribution of $25-$50. To purchase a ticket below or above the suggested sliding scale, please register for our pay-what-you-can ticket program: https://forms.gle/Fk36U919hQgw7zT47 T he event is ALL AGES and licensed. Visit thisispique.com for more info. FEATURING... Regularfantasy* DJ Kookum^ poolblood Venus in Foil* Naïka Champaïgne^ Eazy Finesse^ 4theworld Arthritis Kid Monsieurmadam DJ Crip Time* L CON + Emma Ongman Annie Socoria Amanda Lowe Warnakulasuriya SHHH!! Ensemble City Fidelia^ Marie-Louise Theodat^ DJ Velvet^ Nycky Ghost + J Chinnasz Ajeebsir Bénédicte Günsu Hayriye Ozan + Eylül Bozok Guest curators: Crip Rave * Kingsley Swim ^ MORE TBA! F or more information, including our health and safety policies, and accessibility information, please visit thisispique.com FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 AT 8 PM - 2 AM Roda de Samba con Rommel @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St Event: https://fb.me/e/3ToCvTEMd Tickets: Tickets · Free - $17.31www.eventbrite.ca/e/roda-de-samba-com-rommel-tickets-738011922527 Saravah & Axé WorldFest present Roda de Samba com Rommel Friday, December 29th 2023 at Queen St. Fare Doors at 8pm Roda live at 9pm Tickets in advance $10 early bird $15 advance / $20 at the door FREE limited tickets for Brazilian newcomers. We would like to encourage new Brazilians in the area to join us ! (Pls note, ID will be required to match "newcomer status" - max 3 years in Canada) SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2023 AT 7 - 11 PM KAMINSKY SELECTS @ Ten Toes Coffee 837 Somerset St. W Afro & Latin - Voodoo Funk - Rockers Reggae - Early Dancehall - Ska - Forro - Samba Soul - Antillean - High Life - Caribbean - Congolese Rumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s Streaming! 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 + -Open format pop ups 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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