Happy Friday “Drivers” fam!
Welcome to this week’s episode.
Here we are and it’s already the final Friday of August, where did the month go?
Feeling like celebrating the scorcher of a month and summer it’s been with a grab bag of vibes and grooves.
Some classic and contemporary Jazz, Funk, Soul and global jams to bid farewell to August and welcome September.
The “unwinding from the week” first hour will be compiled of a melange of slightly more downtempo grooves that will be ascending in tempo as the hour progresses and the plan is to take it up even further with more of the same with a taste of some jazzy boots ’n cats tossed in to spice up the second hour to wind you all up for the upcoming weekend, time permitting.
Happy listening, thank you all for taking the time and hope you enjoy this week’s offering.
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| Feels So Good George Duke - The Inner Source Album RE - MPS |
| Make It Easy On Yourself Gregory James Edition - Prophets Of Soul Album - Dakar |
| Could You Be Me Kathy Kosins and Paul Randolph - Brownswood Bubblers Twelve Pt. 1 v/a Album - Brownswood Recordings |
| Superpeople Notations - It Only Hurts For A Little While / Superpeople Single - Gemini Records |
| Keep On Movin' Soul II Soul - Club Classics Vol. One Album - Virgin |
| bottom of first broadcast hour 17h30 EDT |
| Make It Better United Future Organization - No Sound Is Too Taboo Album - Talkin' Loud |
| Magic Bill Summers And Summers Heat - Cayenne - Prestige |
| El Fin De Mundo Los Gaiteros De San Jacinto - Dub De Gaita EP - Khaliphonic / Llorona Records |
| Sina Makosa Orch. Les Wanyka - Sina Makosa / Maisha Y Mjini Single - Makossa |
| Alkali Adajo Sahara All Stars Band Jos - Sahara All Stars Of Jos Album RE - PMG |
| end of first broadcast hour 18h EDT |
| The Main Attraction Grant Green - The Main Attraction Album - Kudu |
| What’s Going On (Revivra Aka Estèphe & Vulzor Remix) Marvin Gaye - Lakeside Week-End EP - G.A.M.M. Enterprises |
| Twilight Fire Water - Twilight / To The Point Single RE - Mad About Records 
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| The Power Of Love (It’s In My Heart) Hilton Felton - The Power Of Love (It’s In My Heart) / Spreading Fever Single - P-Vine Records |
| bottom of second broadcast hour 18h30 EDT |
| Gibraltar Pamela Wise - Jazz Room Records Presents: "Covers" v/a Album - Jazz Room Records
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| 1960 What? Gregory Porter - Single RE - Expansion Records |
| Why Go To War William Onyeabor - World Psychedelic Classics 5: Who Is William Oneabor? - Luaka Bop Records |
| end of on air broadcast 19h EDT |
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WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM - CLOSE lifeboogie presents: [Why Not] w/ Trevor Walker @27 Club 27 York St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Zy6cc6XWv/ No Cover | 19+ Every Wednesday @27clubottawa everyone’s welcome to pass through for my weekly jam where I stretch out and drop a diverse open format soundtrack of solid vibes for Ottawa’s music lovers. You can expect all the favourite tunes you’ve never heard before. Always trying to keep if fresh with vinyl + digital sets ranging from Funk, Soul, Boogie, dance floor Jazz, Breaks, House, Hip Hop, Drum & Bass, Bruk, Afro, Latin, Brazilian, Reggae and whatever moves our souls selected for dancers. Always trying for a taste of what I didn't know we're all missing. Trust the DJ! Also been live streaming for the global fam and couch clubbers! twitch.tv/lifeboogie You can also find archived sets on my SoundCloud page: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker Vibes to get you past the midweek hump! Hope to see you out making moves. EVERY THURSDAY AT 9 PM - 2 AM CONCEPT THURSDAYS @City Gridwrks 221 Rideau St No Cover | 19+ As some of you may have seen on my Instagram, CONCEPTHURSDAYS is now moving over to City’s new venue: CITY GRIDWRKS. This decision comes from the fact that Concept had now outgrown City at Night and was having to turn people away at the door every week from not having enough space. City Gridwrks is our new venue on rideau st that can hold up to 3x more people, which will help us accommodate the growing demand for Concept. The vision for the event still remains the same. Same people, same staff, same music, same vibe and will always remain free. This is still the same concept you know and love, just at a new location! This Thursday is what we like to call GOOD THURSDAY, as it is Good Friday’s eve, the only public holiday friday of the entire year. If you haven’t been able to check out the new spot yet and you also can’t usually come to concept because of work on fridays, this is the perfect time to! EVERY FRIDAY AT 7:30 - 10:30 PM Ten Toes Trivia hosted by Floydeeee @Ten Toes Coffee Co. 837 Somerset St. W. Join host Floydeeeee at Ten Toes Somerset every Friday to put your knowledge to the test. Free to play with prizes galore. No reservations, first come first serve. EVERY SATURDAY AT 2 - 6 PM DJ Magnificent: Byward Courtyard DJ (weather permitting) @Heart & Crown 67 Clarence St. Alex “DJ Magnificent” Edwards providing the vibes every Saturday on the patio at Heart & Crown! EVERY SUNDAY AT 3 - 9 PM Solé Sundays w/ Mace + Easy El Dee + Kam + Messemupbeats & Friends @SKY Rooftop 73 York St. Event / Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sole-on-the-rooftop-2-06-01-25-tickets-1359093869349?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Solé Sundays is making a big move to SKY Rooftop! The view, the people, the food, the drinks and the vibe will keep you coming back. The music won’t let you leave. FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025 AT 5 - 10 PM Disco Night w/ DJ Magnificent (DiscoLab) @Metcalfe Plaza 151 Metcalfe St. Alex “DJ Magnificent” Edwards bringing the DiscoLab vibe to the newly minted Metcalfe Plaza! FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025 AT 5 PM Black Rabbit Campout 2025 @Paradise Leisure Park 785 Chemin Wilson, Bryson, QC Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FtShyk3Pc/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/2236 WHITE RABBIT EVENTS, in association with THE CAMO SESSIONS, SPACECAMP, BOBBY B PRODUCTIONS, & SAIRYŌ presents: BLACK RABBIT CAMPOUT 2025 August 29-31, 2025 (Gates open noon Friday) 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS | MUSIC + CAMPING 3 STAGES w/ DJs IN MULTIPLE GENRES LOCATION: BRYSON, QUEBEC (90km from Ottawa | 400km from Toronto | 300km from Montreal) This is an intimate, no frills, music and camping event hosted by Ottawa's underground dance community, but open to all. Black Rabbit Campout is not a corporate money grab. The organizers and volunteers who are personally funding, creating, and managing the event are all long-time members of our grassroots community. We've shared many a dancefloor together, and we can't wait to do it again with you in the great outdoors, among the trees, and under the stars. We promise good vibes, great music, and amazing people in a beautiful natural setting . For those wanting to facilitate workshops and/or volunteer to enhance their weekend experience by contributing, please send an email to: info@whiterabbitevents.ca DJS: Anastasiia Anthony Cole BassMati Brink Chimo Daku Dani DASA Disko Dave DJ LX Dungeon Crew Ephemera Future Jungle Takeover He-Menace IDE Projekt Joe Rowe Koop Laura Mah Lone Wolf Meebreezy Melo-T Mew Mew Num3ric Pithra Plush Quake Return of the Jaded Seiiizi Setou & Senyo Sokotta Tone A Tyler Hill Ur Phrends Wañuy Weeurd FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 2025 AT 7 - 9 PM Full Flava Friday: All Styles Cypher Jam @Flava Factory 1076B Wellington St. W. Info: (613) 798-7878 www.FlavaFactory.ca theflavafactory@gmail.com Our last jam of the Summer is quickly approaching! Join us Friday, August 29 for our favourite cypher jam As always, all styles are welcome and good vibes only $5-10 dollar donation to keep the space open for everyone Spinning: @ceeboy Flava Factory is available to rent for workshops, to train privately or run your own class, daily: Monday - Saturday, 12 - 4 PM FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 2025 AT 8:30 PM Mecca of Stank @The Carleton Tavern 223 Armstrong St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/172ifePb6C/ Join Mecca of Stank for a solid dose of the funkiest music around, playing soulful originals and funky covers to make you move your body and get your groove on SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 AT 5 - 10 PM Global Sounds w/ Iggy Smalls @Metcalfe Plaza 151 Metcalfe St. SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 AT 6:30 - 10:30 PM Two Makes One A Thing Tour 2025 w/ J3M @Night Oat 750 Gladstone Ave. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ECvf5YTdK/ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/two-makes-one-a-thing-tour-ft-siobhan-bodrug-j3m-tickets-1419678890779?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl “two makes one a thing tour 2025” - OTTAWA with J3M @ Night Oat (Gladstone) Doors: 6:30pm Show: 7:30pm SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 AT 7 PM - 2:15 AM DJ Alex “Magnificent” Edwards: Bar 7 @Casino Lac Leamy Check out my guy Maggy Fresh providing the soundtrack at Bar 7 at Casino Lac Leamy! SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 AT 7 PM - CLOSE Kaminsky Selects @Ten Toes Coffee 873 Somerset St. W 100% vinyl: Afro & Latin - Voodoo Funk - Rockers Reggae - Early Dancehall - Ska - Forro - Samba Soul - Antillean - High Life - Caribbean - Congolese Rhumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2025 AT 9 PM - 3 AM White Rabbit: Balu + Unkl Pauly + JovialJon @City At Night 222 Slater St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CPU8GXGvK/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.app.link/SS9sHETYQVb White Rabbit Ottawa is open 9pm to 3am for the month of August! #HoppyHour from 9pm - 10pm = $4 beer & bar rail + $4 cover! Saturday August 30th, we're featuring sets from some of Ottawa's house heroes: BALU UNKL PAULY JOVIALJON (featured HoppyHour DJ) We're limiting capacity for this intimate & exclusive dancing experience. Secure your spot now with advance tickets! (Seriously, it's highly recommend to buy in advance, we always hit capacity at some point.) - Walk-ins are available on a first-come, first-served basis (Subject to venue capacity). WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 AT 8:30 PM The Prime Rib Big Band ~ Fall in….. @Irene’s Pub Restaurant 885 Bank St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CaQYoV45E/ Tickets: Ticketsbuytickets.at/irenespubandrestaurant/1773090 Come on out to the hippest Big Band night in the Country as we swing and slide our way into the Fall season........ Seats fill up fast so grab your tickets now! EVERY 1st FRIDAY of the month, 2025 7:30 - 10:30 *September 5th The Ed Lister Group @The Night Oat 750 Gladstone Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/19U5Ym6w6g/ Tonight you can join us the The Ed Lister Group, a quintet featuring a revolving cast of the finest jazz messengers in Ottawa, Montreal and sometimes Toronto sets at 7:30pm and 9:30pm $15 cover SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 AT 7 - 10 PM Immersive Pool Show: Nick Schofield + Simone Provencher + SUBR @Ottawa Champagne Swimming Pool 321 King Edward Ave Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C7zAhYETd/ Tickets: Ticketswww.tixtree.com/e/immersive-pool-show-nick-schofield-simone-provencher-subr-75fff719f994 Join us for an immersive listening experience featuring ambient/experimental music performances and DJ set at the historic Champagne Bath. Experience the show from in the pool, the sauna, or poolside. Featuring Simone Provencher, Nick Schofield, and SUBR. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 AT 9:30 PM Eru~Era Live! ~ Ed Lister Residency @Minotaure 3 rue kent, Gatineau Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/17Mnv7Qj5W/ FREE SHOW! ERU-ERA will be hitting the hippest stage in Gatineau on Sept 8th as part of the Ed Lister residency funk & Jazz night. Come on out to see this 7 piece hyper-funk machine in action. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 AT 10 PM - 2 AM DiscoLab: September [BOOGIE SKOOL!] @Beyond the Pale Brewing Company 250 City Centre, Unit 106 Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/16sDgL11Di/ Tickets: Tickets · CA$15 - CA$22.63www.eventbrite.ca/e/discolab-september-boogie-skool-tickets-1588334173269 Coming at you lucky September 13 for another get down at Beyond The Pale! DiscoLab is a 100% vinyl throw down ’75 - ’83 + Funky Disco Boogie Soul vibes all night. There will be some incentive to dress to impress with the offering of a prize for best Disco gear & make sure to sharpen up those boogie moves! DiscoLab is people coming together and feeling free to the funk in the spirit of the mid 1970’s - 1980’s. We encourage everyone to take it to the next level by dressing up in your finest disco gear and get ready to GET DOWN to some of the best music and vibes Ottawa has to offer. Combined, Alex & Trevor have been rocking dancefloors and collecting music for more than 65 years! We have been and will continue to bring that experience and understanding of the era to enhance the DiscoLab experience trying to introduce and play lesser known underground classics coupled with a dash of your favourite anthems. We hope to see you out on the dance floor dressed to the hilt & sweating like bullets. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 AT 4 - 9 PM Hintonburg Night Market 1088 Somerset St. W Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Fx6B7xqMw/ The Hintonburg Night Market is back for its third year, bringing together the best local artists, artisans, entrepreneurs, and food vendors in one of Ottawa’s most vibrant neighbourhoods! Join us every Thursday night from spring to fall at 1088 Somerset St. W, hosted by the Urban Art Collective. This market is a celebration of all things local, with a curated lineup of unique handmade goods, delicious eats, and refreshing drinks. Whether you’re on the hunt for one-of-a-kind art, locally crafted products, or simply want to enjoy some great food and drinks with friends, the Hintonburg Night Market has something for everyone. Plus, there’s always an amazing art show to enjoy in the UAC gallery, making it the perfect place to connect with the community, discover new talent, and experience the best of Ottawa’s creative scene. Don’t miss out—come hang out and be part of the fun! FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 AT 10 PM Mark Farina w/ DJ Balu + Jeff Dougler [Housin’ For Mikey] @Gridwrks 221 Rideau St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AzhAr6UbR/ Tickets: Ticketsticketscandy.com/e/mark-farina-at-gridwrks-pozativ-kapacity-11406 GRIDWRKS — sibling to the long-running City At Night — is thrilled to host MARK FARINA's return to Ottawa, in collaboration with Pozativ and Kapacity, Friday September 19th, 2025, with support from DJ BALU & JEFF DOUGLER. Housin’ for Mikey - Support Our Friend, Our Brother, Our Promoter... We’re coming together to raise funds for Mikey, a beloved member of our music community. Mikey suffered a devastating stroke that left him paralyzed on his left side. If you’ve danced at a party, vibed at a Hip Hop, D&B or Electronic music show from 2000 onward chances are Mikey Aka Kapacity Entertainment made it happen. He’s been a tireless promoter, pushing the underground scene and lifting up artists and fans alike. Now it’s our turn to lift him up. Mikey needs our help so a portion of every ticket sold will help with his recovery. Let’s show Mikey the love he’s given to all of us. MARK FARINA is the legendary DJ and producer behind the iconic Mushroom Jazz series. He has been moving dance floors worldwide for over three decades with his signature blend of house, jazz-infused grooves, and laidback beats. From Chicago’s underground to global festival stages, his sets are a masterclass in deep, soulful rhythm. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 AT 1 - 9 PM Fête de la Musique - Wakefield @Wakefield Covered Bridge / Maison Fairbairn 45 Chemin de Wakefield Heights, La Pêche, QC J0X 3G0, Canada Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/169ZQM7JFH/ DANCE KULTURE Presents: Fête de la musique | Wakefield Join us for a day of musical celebration in Wakefield, September 20, 2025. We've teamed up with local mental health organization Maison le Ricochet for the Wakefield version of Fête de la musique – an all day celebration of music, art and culture on the Wakefield Covered Bridge and Maison Fairbairn. Five house DJs and four live bands will provide the soundtrack throughout the day, with a special live drum workshop with renowned drummer Paul Kodish. The event is a fundraiser for Maison Le Ricochet with all profits going towards mental health programs in the Gatineau Hills. Tickets are free with a suggested donation, either at the door, or online through our ticket vendor (coming soon). Don't miss this special and important event that raises funds and awareness for mental health in the Hills. LINEUP----------------- Beats for Your Brain Stage (Wakefield Covered Bridge) DJs: Rick Laplante https://www.instagram.com/rick_laplante/?hl=en Disko Dave https://www.instagram.com/diskodave/?hl=en BeatScience https://www.instagram.com/djbeatscience Kor https://www.instagram.com/korsounds/?hl=en Blu3Bear Bands for Your Brain Stage (Fairbairn Stage) Dany Laj & the Looks (Montreal) https://www.instagram.com/danylajandthelooks/?hl=en Village Trio Spit & Glitter Phil Jenkins Drum Workshop w/ Paul Kodish https://www.instagram.com/kodish/?hl=en SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 AT 4 PM R&B Fest! @Hyde & Seek 130 George St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CEogNnMCZ/ Tickets: Ticketslikeit-loveit.com/pages/rnb-fest-canada R&B Fest Is Coming To Ottawa! Get ready to indulge in the ultimate Old School R&B experience that will leave you dancing all night long! Our DJs are set to spin all your favourite R&B anthems, with our Host turning up the heat. Prepare for a throwback evening like no other with dancers, confetti showers, inflatable microphones and much more MUSIC POLICY: Expect to hear: All your favourite 90’s and 00’s R&B Anthems - SEAN PAUL • MISSY ELLIOT • FAT JOE • CASSIE • TWISTA • MASE • MYA • NEXT • MARIO • DONNELL JONES • JOE • AMERIE • KELIS • MARIAH CAREY • YING YANG TWINS • PRETTY RICKY • DRU HILL • JODECI • MS LAURYN HILL • USHER • TLC • ASHANTI • LUDACRIS • CIARA • NEYO • JA RULE • GINU WINE • EVE • MONICA • DESTINY'S CHILD and many more! IMPORTANT INFO: • This Is A DJ Club Night, The Artists Pictured In Our Event Artwork Are Not Performing • This Event Is 19+ (Adults Only) CONTACT US: • Please Contact Us Via Our Contact Page On Our Website: www.rnb-festival.com/pages/contact • We Aim To Respond To All Enquiries Within 48 Hours (excluding weekends & public holidays) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 AT 2 PM - 2 AM Pique Fall Edition @Arts Court 67 Nicholas St Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1JT25bLxAK/ Tickets: Ticketswww.tixtree.com/e/pique-fall-edition-d8008b0e89ea https://thisispique.com Usher in the fall season with another bold and forward-thinking edition of Pique, coming up on September 27, 2025 at Arts Court. Showcasing experimental and underground music, art, and performance, the quarterly festival features global innovators, local creators, and underground legends converging in downtown Ottawa’s Arts Court complex for a single-day blowout. Taking place indoors and outdoors across 10 stages and spaces, Pique’s programming has something for everyone: from thought-provoking dialogues to ethereal electronic performances to multi-arts convergences, and even puppet dance parties. Joining forces with the Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) to co-produce multidisciplinary and interactive programming, Pique brings together diverse artistic communities to explore, experiment and connect. Animating a club, a cinema, theatre and dance studios with bold, boundary-pushing presentations, Pique offers an immersive multidisciplinary experience that transforms the Arts Court into a playground for the avant-garde. Plus, Topique, the forum for the exchange of forward-thinking ideas at Pique, returns this fall with a series of artist talks and group sessions focused on building an equitable future music industry. With 20+ artists and 10 stages and exhibition spaces, indoors and outdoors, there is so much to experience at Pique! LINEUP Chippy Nonstop esme2k Infatuation New Chance No Plexus Otis Owls Club Music Hour PARTYGIRL Pieces of Us Project INK presented by Katherine Ng and Rachel Gray Rani Jambak UNION a film by Brett Story and Steve Maing XICADA SUBSIDIZED TICKET PROGRAM When you pay $75 or more for a ticket to Pique, you help subsidize a ticket for someone else in need, and promote admission equity and accessibility in the arts Subsidized (choose-your-own-price) tickets are available for registration while supplies last. Visit https://thisispique.com for more info. Please note that subsidized tickets will only be available for purchase online, and are no longer available to purchase at the doors. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2025 CKCU 50th Anniversary Weekend Celebration! Info: ckcufm.com/50th-anniversary Email: alumni@ckcufm.com Gala Dinner, Reunion Parties & More! Calling all CKCU alumni! We’re celebrating the Mighty 93.1 FM’s 50th anniversary and you’re invited. Whether you’re a former or current volunteer, we’re looking forward to seeing you at our gala dinner, reunion parties, special anniversary events and more this fall! Streaming & stuff! Catch me on twitch.tv/lifeboogie *when possible -Wednesday | 22h | “Why Wednesday” Remote Stream @27 Club Open format 100% vinyl or digital for dancing -open format pop ups & the occasional raid trains 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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