Happy Friday and New Year Drivers!
Glad to have you all here for the kick off show of 2024.
We lost another great just before the closing of last year, last Friday to be precise, with the passing of Leslie Coleman McCann aka Les McCann.
Born September 23 in Lexington, Kentucky known as a Jazz piano player and vocalist who found success when he crossed over into Soul Jazz and Boogaloo.
Starting the show off with a little tribute to the man with some samplings from the limited discography in my collection and will be moving rather abruptly into a more electronic influenced show and a warm up for some action happening this weekend which I’ll outline further at the top of the second hour of the show.
I also wanted make a quick mention and send a massive shout to everyone who listens to the show on demand.
Your clicks and streams took the Friday Drive to be number three of most streamed shows in 2023 through the CKCU website.
Thank you for all of your interest and support!
As always, gotta let you know I truly appreciate you taking the time to be here.
Happy listening and I hope you enjoy this week’s first show of the year.
| I Don’t Want To Say Goodbye To A Brother Les McCann - ”Change, Change, Change” Live AtThe Roxy Album - ABC Impulse |
| Vollarta Les McCann - Music Let’s Me Be Album - ABC Impulse |
| North Carolina Les McCann - Talk To The People Album - Atlantic Records |
| Got To Hustle To Survive Les McCann - Hustle To Survive Album - Atlantic Records |
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| Shamading Les McCann - Talk To The People Album - Atlantic Records |
| Us Les McCann - Hustle To Survive Album - Atlantic Records |
| Ruby Jubilation Les McCann - Music Let’s Me Be Album - Atlantic Records |
| The Journey Continues MELO-T x Rise Ashen - Music Is A Journey Album - Balanced Records 
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| On My Toes Energy Exchange Ensemble feat. C.C. Dance Orchestra - Energy Exchange Records Vol. 1 v/a Album - Energy Exchange Records
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| The Love It Takes (Atjazz Galaxy Dub) MF Robots - The Love It Takes Single - BBE
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| Botanique (Osunlade Yoruba Soul Mix) Anthony Joseph - Heavenly Sweetness 15th Birthday - Electronic v/a Album - Heavenly Sweetness
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| Zephyr Ateljer - Mercury Rising (Volumen Tres) v/a Album - Above Board Projects |
| Layla (Alex Attias Remix) Cotonete - Heavenly Sweetness 15th Birthday - Electronic v/a Album - Heavenly Sweetness
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| Smiling Down On Me Energy Exchange Ensemble feat. Alysha Joy and Cody Currie - Energy Exchange Records Vol. 1 v/a Album - Energy Exchange Records
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| Around Midnight Offshore And Coen - Offshore And Coen - Everything Passes EP - Lazy Days Recordings
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| One Shot Rafael Moraes feat. Capitol A - Reconnection Album - Yoruba Records
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| Abijan Red Axes feat. Yakomin - Trips #1: In Africa EP - !K7 Records |
| Love Me Right (Ezel Remix) J.A.E - Single - Open Bar Music |
| Sun (Jitwam & EJT Remix) Emma-Jean Thackray - Yellower Vol. 2 Album - Movementt |
| Go Ahead Miguel Graca - Tasty Treats EP - Pronto Musique
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| on demand exclusive |
| Deepeace Moodymanc - Alone EP - Neurotraxx |
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2024 AT 9PM Ska & Reggae Nite - Oscillators + Danny Rebel & KGB + The Taco Bandits + more @House Of TARG 1075 Bank St. Event: https://fb.me/e/1Bvewnol3 Tickets: Tickets · $25.57www.eventbrite.ca/e/all-wknd-dance-party-ska-reggae-nite-funk-soul-nite-tickets-770046468717 Presented by: House of TARG Doors: 9pm / 19+ Cover: $15 at the door | $20 adv for both shows ALL WKND DANCE PARTY: Ska & Reggae Nite + Funk & Soul Nite. Two Shows Back 2 Back. Live Bands, Electrifying DJs & Endless Dancing. SKA & REGGAE NITE w/ ------------------------------------ THE OSCILLATORS (Ott Ska) A 613 Ska Supergroup! DANNY REBEL & THE KGB (MTL SKA/SOUL) Danny Rebel and the KGB are a Canadian Reggae band, formed in 2007 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Consisting of five multitalented musicians and longtime friends, they come to together for a one of a kind experience that highlights good vibes and good times. With a strong core of Reggae, DRKGB deliver heart pumping music with true soul, and an incomparable sound. TACO BANDITS (Ottawa Ska) Ottawa's Freshest Quitters; Promising you that this really is their last time on the stage, they bring the hits, the laughs, the delicious Third Wave Ska you all deserve. PLUS Beloved BANGARANGERS DJ LONGSHOT aka Ivy League Chris + BJORN LATE keep the Dance Party going! Rocksteady! Sou!l SKA! REGGAE! Spining classic sounds of JAMAICA from STUDIO ONE, TROJAN or PAMA on 45s TUNES & VIDS: http://www.houseoftarg.com/.../all-wknd-dance-party-ska... ------------------------------------ Then on Sat Jan 6 FUNK & SOUL NITE w/ Smelloship & friends (Ottawa southern-soaked funk + Soul) $20 to See both shows and dance ALL WKND www.houseoftarg.com/tix FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2024 AT 10PM The 2000s Party w/ DJ Magnificent @27 Club 27 York St. $6 | 19+ DJ Magnificent providing the soundtrack of your favourite tunes from the 2000’s! Music ranging from Hip Hop, Pop, Indie Dance & Dancehall. SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 2024 AT 9PM FUNK & SOUL NITE @House of Targ 1077 Bank St. Event: https://fb.me/e/9ozIcBFEn Tickets: https://www.houseoftarg.com/.../all.../-smelloship-friends Ottawa's Smelloship will be funking TARG with multiple sets of southern-soaked funk + soul, and a few special guests. Come get greasy with us. SMELLOSHIP IS: Garett Barr – bass Chris Elms – guitar Kim Jackson – keyboards Andre Ferraton – drums Brady Leafloor – tenor sax Chris Burling – percussion SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 2024 AT 9PM - 2AM White Rabbit: Trevor Walker, Rise Ashen, Rick Laplante @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://fb.me/e/5W0XexBaY Tickets: Ticketscityatnightjan624.eventbrite.ca Hey famalam! Ottawa's best house music DJs every Saturday from 9pm to 2am for White Rabbit inside City At Night! Been invited back to “The White Rabbit” by papa @rick.laplante for my first event of 2024 at City At Night alongside my brother from another @Rise Ashen. Expect as always a fantastic time at the “ @White Rabbit Ottawa ”, an amazing crowd and proper vibes with some bumping perhaps slightly deeper but still bumping sounds from this trio of veteran selectors. Check out our spin on happy hour = #HoppyHour! Every Saturday from 9pm to 10pm we offer 1/2 price admission (excl. special events) + 1/2 price beer & bar rail, featured cocktails, and featured DJs! - A limited quantity of tickets are available online (before 12am) - Table reservations/packages are recommended for groups and available online - Walk-ins are always available on a first-come, first-served basis. FAQ: www.cityatnight.ca/FAQ VENUE: www.cityatnight.ca MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 2024 AT 6PM Moov Ottawa: January 2024 6 Week Classes Tickets + info: Ticketswww.moovottawa.com Moov Ottawa Dance classes are coming back from January 2024! We're so excited to announce that we have 2 days and 3 amazing instructors for the new season. Check out the schedule in the discussion below & register @ moovottawa.com (Link in details) Questions? Contact Alea - Alea@moovottawa.com WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2024 AT 7PM Jazz Nite - Justin Duhaime @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/2D0O7IHuU Jazz Nite with the incredibly talented Justin Duhaime! Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing melodies and soulful rhythms of jazz as Justin takes the stage and transports you to a world of musical brilliance. Whether you're a die-hard jazz aficionado or simply looking for a memorable night out, this is an event you won't want to miss! So grab your friends, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to swing and sway to the smooth sounds of Justin Duhaime on November 22. See you there! WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2024 AT 7PM Jazz Nite - Elaine Kay Band @Queen St. Fare 170 Queen St. W Event: https://fb.me/e/7VPBbhugM Jazz Nite featuring the amazing Elaine Kay Band at Bar Robo! If you're a fan of smooth jazz and live music, this is an event you can't afford to miss. The talented Elaine Kay Band will be taking the stage, delivering an unforgettable performance that will have you tapping your feet and swaying to the rhythm all night long. Not only will you get to experience a fantastic night of jazz music, but Bar Robo is also known for its cozy and intimate setting, creating the perfect atmosphere for an incredible musical experience. So gather your friends, share this post, and make sure to secure your tickets in advance. You don't want to miss out on this Jazz Nite extravaganza! SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2024 AT 7 PM The Commotions Album Release Party w/ The Lionyls @Bronson Centre Music Theatre 585 Lisgar St. Event: https://fb.me/e/7MpqQU3a3 Tickets: Ticketsbronsoncentremusictheatre.com/events/event/the-commotions-album-release-party Get your tickets for our album release show! This record means so much to us and we cannot wait to perform it live for you all. We're confident that this show will sell out and we don't want you to miss out. Where: Bronson Centre Music Theatre When: January 20th The Lionyls will start off the night and Matt Chaffey will be joining us as a special guest! SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2024 AT 7 PM Musk Ox Inheritance Vinyl Release w/ special guest Nick Schofield @Kailash Mital Theatre 1125 Colonel By Drive Event: https://fb.me/e/6UqMx1h6U Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../musk-ox-inheritance-vinyl... Ottawa’s beloved chamber folk trio Musk Ox return with their first concert since 2020, performing their highly acclaimed third release Inheritance in its entirety alongside highlights from the band’s rich catalogue. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../musk-ox-inheritance-vinyl... For over 15 years, Musk Ox have developed a glowing reputation for their acclaimed albums and captivating live performances, sharing stages with dark metal masters Agalloch on numerous tours as well as the celebrated Norwegian folk ensemble Wardruna at the legendary Wave-Gotik Treffen Festival in Leipzig, Germany. The band’s work has appeared on Exclaim, Pitchfork, The Strombo Show and several year-end lists including Sputnik Music and The Needle Drop. With the release of their third full-length Inheritance, Musk Ox have reached new levels of expression. Further refining their singular blend of nature folk intimacy, classical precision, post-rock atmosphere and progressive metal intensity, Inheritance is a captivating and immersive instrumental ode to the past, present and future. SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, 2024 AT 8 PM - 2 AM Apres-Ski w/ Djs Diskodave & Plush Feat. Bassist Greg Howlett @Kaffe 1870 715 Riverside Dr., Wakefield, QC Event: https://fb.me/e/5lZ8dWh2w APRÈS-SKI - Join us for an upbeat evening of funk 45s & disco, old-school house music, and breakbeats featuring an all-vinyl performance by DJs ‘diskodave’, ‘Plush’ and live bassist ‘Greg Howlett’. Come as you are or dressed in your après-ski attire ready to dance with old and new friends at the intimate Kaffé 1870 in Wakefield. Show starts at 8pm. No cover. Definition from Oxford Dictionary a·près-ski /ˌäprāˈskē/ noun 1. the social activities and entertainment following a day's skiing. "the après-ski disco" ‘diskodave’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diskodave/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/diskodavedj Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diskodave.dj ‘Plush’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dj_plush/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/plush THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2024 AT 7:30PM YAO: Kintsugi - La Beauty Dans Le Chaos… @Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Boulevard Event: https://fb.me/e/1GEoyhSRt Tickets: Ticketsshenkmanarts.ca/en/yao Between slam, soul, funk and Afro sounds, YAO explores the themes of pain, resilience and hope in this personal and therapeutic show. Inspired by his new album of the same name (Kintsugi), he uses his talents as a lyricist and performer to transform his life wounds into sensory, poetic and musical immersion. Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold – thus transforming the cracks, and the object itself, into a more beautiful and stronger work of art. From the idea of making a "person kintsugi", this show will make you experience intimate moments of fragility, vulnerability and introspection; sometimes raw, sometimes brusque, but always true and authentic. After his last show Nomade (from the album Lapsus), presented more than 150 times in 7 different countries, and awarded "Show of the Year" at the Gala Trille Or 2019, YAO offers you a little beauty in chaos with Kintsugi . Design: YAO Scenography and staging: YAO, Gaële & Didier Lucien Musicians: Simon Poirier-Lachance (drums), Liviu Pavel (bass), Elijah Mansevani (guitar), Javier Chacón (keyboards) Sound engineer: Cameron Hanes / Frédérik Hébert Opening act : Woodney Pierre: Singer-songwriter, Woodney Pierre is a city girl, born in Montreal and raised in Toronto. Her music marries beautifully her Haitian roots with her love of soul music. In 2012, she founded The Matty Jae Youth Foundation in support of mental health and suicide prevention awareness through the arts and mentorship. Singing has always been an instrument and a road to expression and communication. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2024 AT 2 PM REWIND - A Roller Skating Jam - Volume 1 @4 Wheelies - Roller Skating Center 1101 Baxter Rood, Ottawa Event: https://fb.me/e/1AauBHdUv Tickets: https://rewindrollerskatingjam.eventbrite.ca/ The follow up to HOW WE ROLL..... REWIND A Roller Skating Jam - Volume 1 You requested it, so we REWIND. ~ Fresh since 1998 ~ Saturday January 27, 2024 2PM - 8PM | 9PM - 2AM *Dance floor available for the non-skaters. Music by MACE x TREVOR WALKER x KAM x HOUSE OF WAYNE playing the very best in Old School, ‘90s R&B / Hip Hop, ‘90s Dancehall, Early 2000’s, Funk, Rare Grooves, Soulful House and so much more… From the ones that brought you SOLÉ The music lovers day party and THE ORIGINAL 'REWIND' Hosted by @soledayparty @Oohfest Skate, vibe out, dance, shop and skate some more. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2024 AT 2:30 - 7PM Waacking Workshop & Mini Waacking Battle With Bacardii @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave Event: https://fb.me/e/A8hvFrx0f Tickets: Tickets · $11.98 - $45www.eventbrite.ca/e/773461101977 Moov is back in the city for a quick second to bring on a dope workshop by another Canadian respected artist - Kelvin “Bacardi” from Toronto! And, we’ll be bringing him out to judge a mini battle as well! What: Waacking workshop (Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Level) Date: Saturday January 27th, 2024 Time: 230-430PM (2 hours) Location: Room 221 (2nd floor) Info: This workshop is catered to those who have some Waacking experience to the seasoned dancer. If you have no experience and still want challenge yourself, please join. More info TBA. ——————- What: Mini Waacking Battle Date: Saturday January 27th, 2024 Time: 5-7PM (right after the workshop) Location: Room 103 Info: This is a mini 1vs1 battle welcoming all those to join, although we highly encourage those with less than 5 years to participate. We welcome all to come as it’s all for fun (our DJ will be a specially curated Spotify playlist) and the cash prize will be 50% of the earnings of the event. This event will especially hold space for the BIPOC and queer community. Judge: Bacardii MC: Didi Music: Funk, disco, r&b, pop, house & a few genres in between Prize: 50% of the pot ——————- Prices: Workshop: $30 CAD (By December 31st) $40 CAD (January 1st-January 26th) $45 CAD (Day-of / exact cash only / only if we don’t sell out before) Battle: $10 CAD (By December 31st) $15 CAD (January 1st-January 26th) $20 CAD (Day-of / exact cash only / only if we don’t sell out before) *a small Eventbrite fee will be added to the cost on registration* How to register? Register now via Eventbrite (link in description) Moov Ottawa Dance’s policies are in full effect (www.moovottawa.com) QUESTIONS: Contact Alea at alea@moovottawa.com SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2024 AT 9 PM Laylit @Galerie SAW Gallery 67 Nicholas St. Event: https://fb.me/e/7GYRxTozm Tickets: Ticketswww.eventbrite.ca/e/laylit-tickets-776040918277 Laylit returns January 27 to Club SAW! Lineup to be announced. Laylit is a platform and collective celebrating music and artists from the Arab/SWANA region and its diaspora. Over the last four years their dance parties in New York City and Montreal have carved out an unmatched place in North American nightlife, becoming an anticipated social gathering and unique musical experience. Each party takes you on a genre-spanning journey, highlighting the incredible musical diversity, depth and richness that comes out of the region. Laylit has established its place on the scene with a signature electronic sound blending shaabi, dabke, mahraganat, Arabic pop and hip-hop with contemporary, boundary pushing dance music (techno, breakbeat, hyperpop…) inspired by New York and Montreal’s thriving underground clubs. Featured in multiple publications including the New York Times and Pitchfork, Laylit celebrated its 5-year anniversary this year with a Boiler Room event in NYC and a tour across multiple North American cities. Laylit values inclusivity and unity across cultures, languages, dialects, religions, identity and sexual orientations. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2024 AT 9:30PM ERU-ERA - Back on Stage @Irene’s Pub 885 Bank St Event: https://fb.me/e/3nZVwLFSv Yes, that's right, you heard correctly!! ERU-ERA is back on stage after a little bit of a break!! We can't wait to bring the hyper funk back to y'alls ears!! Ed Lister - Trumpet / Compositions / MD Brady Leafloor - Tenor Sax Rich Page - Bari Sax Ben DiMillo - Guitar Clayton Connell - Keyboards Marc Decho - Bass Stephen Adubofuor - Drums SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2024 AT 9PM - 2AM C A R N A V A L 2024 w/ Florquestra Brasil @Queen St. Fare 178 Queen St, W Event: https://fb.me/e/5SJD6VWeI Tickets: $15 Early / Bird | $20 Advanced (Link Soon) with Florquestra & guests DJ DANM We're planning a night celebrating Brazilian culture and heritage with the best in marchinha, samba, frevo, from afoxé to Axé!! Florquestra & Guests: Regina Gomes Teixeira / vocals+percussion More musicians TBA Brazilian businesses present in the party TBA we encourage you to wear a carnival costume/outfit as we will be giving prizes for the best costume This event is 19+ SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024 AT 9 PM Atlantis Jazz Ensemble @Irene’s Pub 34 Regent St. Event: https://fb.me/e/52amPESVb Tickets: https://buytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/1103332 The Atlantis Jazz Ensemble is back at Irene's Pub for a firey night of deep soulful jazz. Personnel: Ed Lister - trumpet Zakari Frantz - alto sax Pierre Chrétien - electric piano Chris Pond - double bass Mike Essoudry - drums 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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