MartyParty – DubStep / Purple / FutureBass / Progressive HipHop (Johannesburg, South Africa)

MartyParty has been taking the electronic dance music scene by storm, blowing up festivals and dance floors with his original style of dubstep-crossing-hip-hop-big-bass bangers. Born and raised in South Africa and now residing in Brooklyn, NY, MartyParty has released over 50 tracks in just two years both prominently and frequently featured on the iTunes, Addictech and Beatport charts. Aside from that, he’s constantly crossing the US and Canada on tour with the MartyParty live show with headlining spots on the Monsters of Bass tour, Lightning in a Bottle, Camp Bisco and several other festivals around the US and Canada.
He has also shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the scene such as the The Glitch Mob, Skrillex, Bassnectar, and Steve Aoki; not to mention countless collaborations with his PANTyRAiD mate, Josh Mayer (Ooah of the Glitch Mob). With multiple tracks under his belt, countless plays from some of the worlds biggest DJ’s, and an endless perseverance to reach that next step, MartyParty has set himself apart as one of the most sought after dubstep producers around. If you love hip hop, dubstep and purple music – catch a MartyParty show!

http://martyparty.com/

More details to be announced soon!

www.2720cherokee.com

After four years of independently released tracks that spread like wildfire across the web, Idle Warship will released their first official collection of songs entitled Habits of the Heart on November 1st, 2011. The 12-track album has Idle Warship storming the music scene with a bold and indefinable mash-up of influences, from soul to hip-hop to alternative to electronic. Idle Warship brought an incredible range of musical sensibilities into the studio for this amazing project!

Idle Warship is a perfect example of how a whole can become greater than the sum of its parts – and that is saying quite a lot given the musical components of this project. A collaboration between longtime friends and collaborators, hip-hop luminary Talib Kweli and critically acclaimed soulful singer and songwriter Res, Idle Warship was born.

With an obvious chemistry, a dedication to free creative expression and now a new album, Talib and Res’partnership has become a musical force to be reckoned with. The St. Louis debut of Idle Warship at 2720 Cherokee is definitely on the short list of “DO NOT MISS” shows for 2012.

www.idlewarship.com

www.2720cherokee.com

tickets available at
http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=4260065

Yellow Dubmarine *Beatles Reggae Tribute* (Washington D.C./Baltimore, MD.)

Forty years after four legendary musicians crafted a classic album named for the studio they made famous, another group of supremely talented musicians is re-imagining that same album in their own unique way.
For Dub-Reggae rockers, Yellow Dubmarine, who formed in the fertile music community of the Washington D.C. and Baltimore areas, the choice to take on the Beatles masterpiece, Abbey Road, was a simple one.
There was a natural vision for it, they explain, It is more of a concept album, and we knew it would be the perfect place to start.
The resulting album, Abbey DUB, is an aural journey through the history of reggae with The Beatles as your guide. From “Come Together” through “Her Majesty,” Yellow Dubmarine finds new life in all of the legendary album’s 17 songs, keeping the heart of each tune present, but simultaneously re-creating them in an entirely new light.

Producer Kenny Liner of The Bridge, crafts a sonic landscape that in one instant recalls traditional Nyagbinghi drumming, before becoming a simple Rock-steady cadence which subtly evolves into a horn-laced, Ska groove full of Caribbean and Calypso overtones that gives way to a bass heavy Dub “riddim” that sways and bounces and gets everyone up and moving.
The decision to work with Liner was an easy one for the band, proclaiming, There is no one we would trust more musically or professionally with this concept than him.
The development of the identity of Yellow Dubmarine’s horn section as a strong singular voice and separate entity within the band helped create a wholly unique sound that allows the instantly recognizable tunes from Abbey Road to take on a whole new personality, a personality that is full of intoxicating, deep, danceable grooves.
Abbey DUB is a shockingly original take on the legendary album. Horns where there were once voices, a slinky groove where there was once none, and a smooth mellow essence that seems to find the long lost island-roots soul of Abbey Road. A blissfully exuberant, rock-steady, Jah-worthy celebration of the Fab Four, Abbey DUB is quite simply a chance to hear this much loved classic again for the first time.

http://yellowdubmarine.com/

www.2720cherokee.com

Juno What?! – Funk/Dance/Live Electronic (Denver, CO.)

Formed in late 2009, Juno What?! have quickly become the leading practitioners of high energy, live electro-funk and disco booty-jams. Hailing from Denver Colorado, they are now bringing their shameless dance party to stages across the country. Catalyzing dance floors into sonic landscapes, the band has ignited a devoted following by providing raw, electrifying shows which are devoid of the aimless wanderings of the lesser jam community. Their sound is ahead of its time yet still rooted in the foundation of early-80’s electro dance grooves. Featuring the soulful talkbox vocals of both Joey Porter and Steve Watkins and the hard hitting backbeat of Dave Watts, it is easy to see that this is a musical force to be reckoned with.

Download the debut album and new album “Shameless” for FREE at:
http://www.junowhat.net/Shameless.zip
http://www.junowhat.net/

+ Downstereo

More details to be announced soon!

www.2720cherokee.com

Aaron Kamm and the One Drops – (Blues / Jam / Reggae)

A staple of the St.Louis music scene, Aaron Kamm and the One Drops play an intoxicating concoction of Roots Reggae and Mississippi River Blues. Improv-laced Jams, dubbed out grooves and Effervescent Vocals make this band must see. After the release of there second studio album “Grow” in 2010, this independent trio is beginning to forge there way across the country.

Online presale ticket link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Caspa-tickets/artist/1456137

Friday, Feb 3rd, 2012
The Midland Theater
Kansas City, MO
$30 adv/$35dos
Ages: 16+
Music 8PM – 2AM
Connector and Honeytone Productions invite you to be a part of something new and amazing. Welcome to Connectorville, an interdimensional bass station, a community of open-minded individuals choosing to rise above the boundaries of genre prejudice. For one night we will transform The Midland Theatre in Kansas City into a refuge for all bass lovers. A place of communal aural transformation through sonic indulgence. Prepare yourself to be amazed by the audio visual cornicopia that is Connectorville. Pack all 5 of your senses, and maybe even a sixth and embark on an outer- bass adventure starring: Caspa + Antiserum + Ill Esha + Matty G + Spankalicious + Wick-It the Instigator + More TBA

3 stages of choice electronic music with an emphasis on Dubstep from its beginning to current day.

-AS THIS IS AN OUTER SPACE THEMED PARTY COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED-

$30 advance tickets on-sale @ www.ticketmaster.com

(presale ticket link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Caspa-tickets/artist/1456137)

FREE TICKET GIVEAWAY @ http://www.theuntz.com/Connectorville

If interested is working on the street team for this event or for additional information please email: Eric Noble – noble@loyalfamily.com

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*Caspa*
London, UK

London-based DJ/producer Caspa is an influential figure within the dubstep community, not only as an artist but also as the founder of several influential labels (i.e., Storming Productions, Dub Police, Sub Soldiers). Born Gary McCann and also known as Quiet Storm, the West London native got into drum’n'bass at a young age and took up DJing before ultimately founding the label Storming Productions in 2004, followed by the subsidiary labels Dub Police and Sub Soldiers. Caspa made his production debut in 2006 on Dub Police with For the Kids, a three-track 12″ EP, and inaugurated his label Sub Soldiers the following year with his double-12″ release Ave It, Vol. 1. Also in 2007, he collaborated with fellow dubstep DJ/producer Rusko on the high-profile mix album FabricLive.37. Billed to Caspa & Rusko and notably the first dubstep entry in the long-running series, the album was somewhat of a milestone for the fledgling British style. The following year Caspa & Rusko performed a DJ set at the 2008 ~Glastonbury Festival.

~ Jason Birchmeier, Rovi

http://www.thedopestghostintown.com/

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*Antiserum*
San Francisco, CA

Mike Schumer is an electronic musician who produces and performs as Antiserum. Widely known for his innovative and meticulously crafted sounds, rich euphoric beats and vast futuristic soundscapes, Antiserum’s style of West Coast bass music steeps heavily in hip hop, drum and bass, reggae, and heavy metal, often featuring cinematic vibes which balance between both dark and light environments.
His live performances deliver solid energy and loads of original and unreleased material straight from some of the most ambitious producers in the game. In 2008 he had the #8 best-selling dubstep track of the year on Beatport. In 2009 he launched his first tour in New Zealand and Australia. In 2010 he was signed to Caspa’s Dub Police label and Excision’s Rottun Recordings. 2011 has been a very busy year for Antiserum as he has toured the USA with Excision & Downlink on the Subsonic Tour playing 30 shows in 6 weeks. He just got back from his second Australia / New Zealand tour and is currently working on a South American tour for later this year. His most recent release on Caspa’s Dub Police label [UK] dropped in April of this year and features fresh collaborations with Los Angeles all-star 12th Planet & the multifacited ill-esha. Look out for new releases on Subway & Rottun later this year and a full length LP in 2012.
http://www.antiserumsound.com/fr_home.cfm
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*ill-esha*
Vancouver, BC

Hailing from Vancouver, BC, ill-esha burst onto the North American electronic scene as a soul vocalist featured on various releases for the likes of Breakbeat Science, Fokuz, and BluSaphir, gradually becoming known for the seamless incorporation of original vocals and MCing into DJ sets expressing her unique take on bass music. Her multi-dimensional approach spans glitch hop, dubstep and downtempo, creating a dynamic live show which has set ill-esha apart amidst some of electronic music’s most groundbreaking acts.

With releases on trendsetting labels such as Muti Music, Daly City, Street Ritual, Subway, Haunted Audio, Dub Police and Simplify, ill-esha has ranked #1 on Junodownload, #2 on Addictech, and #3 on the Beatport Electronic charts as well as held the #1 spot on Soundcloud for 2 weeks in early 2011. ill-esha’s most recent album, Circadian Rhythms, released on San Francisco’s Daly City, went public to critical acclaim in the electronic world catapulting her trademark blend of feminine energy and ruthless bass to further worldwide recognition.

“This release (Circadian Rhythms) is just another moment for people to acknowledge a leading star in the (Electronic)community.” Afromonk.com, 2011

Since the release of her first 12” single in her teens, ill-esha has been honing her skills as vocalist, MC, DJ and Producer who delivers studio efforts and live shows setting the stage for the future of electronic music.

http://illesha.abluestar.com/newsite/ill-esha.html

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*Matty G*
Santa Cruz, CA

Matthew Gonsalves better known as Matty G, is without doubt the pioneer of the hip hop influenced sub-genre that ever so present in today’s flourishing dubstep scene. Since his first release in 2006 on US based imprint ‘Argon’, he has gone from strength to strength building on his sample based 90’s hip hop sound and having scene defying tracks along the way all from his studio in Santa Cruz, USA. In 2007 came the massive ‘50,000 Watts’ which set the bar for the sub-low 808 sound that many have tried to imitate since and remains a true anthem within the scene to this day. It gained support from the who’s who of dubstep royalty including Caspa & Rusko (featuring on their legendary FabricLive compilation), Skream, Digital Mystikz, N-Type & Joe Nice to name a few and also received the remix treatment from dubstep pioneer Loefah, all going towards firmly cementing the track, and Matty G in the history of the sound. Later that year Matty came with another anthem in the shape of ‘West Coast Rocks’ which again raised the bar and received a remix from Dub Police head honcho Caspa, who also that year put out Matty’s debut release for the Dub Police label on the 2nd installment of the License To Thrill series sharing wax with Rusko and Dubwoofa. In 2008 Matty released his debut album on Argon entitled ‘Take You Back’, which received rave reviews from all corners of the dubstep scene as well as bridging the gap even more so between dubstep and hip hop. Featuring vocals performances from the likes of Juakali and Audio Angel, the LP again solidified Matty’s place among the dubstep ranks. As well as proving to be a renowned producer, Matty showed the masses he is as talented behind the decks, touring far and wide playing at such prestigious nights as; DMZ at The Mass in Brixton, Dub Police at Fabric in London and the world famous Glastonbury Festival (the largest music and performing arts festival in the world). Fast forward to 2010 and having just completed a tour of US for Scion AV along with Caspa, The Others, D1 and Rod Azlan, Matty is back in the studio on the best form of his life with numerous tracks doing the rounds and massive releases lined up including a single for Dub Police as well as remixes for Caspa and label mate Subscape. You are very likely to be seeing more of this man in the future, 2012 is shaping up to be the year when this musical stalwart really shines through.

http://www.myspace.com/dubpolice

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*Spankalicious*
Connectorville, USA

Spankalicious is bounce. Making his mark on the electronic music scene in the Midwest with the high energy that he brings to the stage, creating the vibe needed to get the rage started! Kevin Moore (aka: Spankalicious) is currently based out of St. Louis, Missouri. Coming from an extensive background in rudimental percussion/drumm…ing have allowed Spank to read rhythms inside and out. Shown through scratching, drumming, as well as seamlessly blending and mixing. Spankalicious thrives on taking the crowd through a musical journey that always brings many flavors of emotion to the party. A hefty line of residencies, as well as extensive tour experience, have rounded Spank to be a self proven party rocker! In 2010 he co-billed alongside Pretty Lights, Bassnectar, CASPA, The Glitch Mob, Brother Ali, Boombox, Eskmo, Marty Party, Dubskin, Break Science, Kraddy, Mimosa, SAVOY, Two Fresh, Emancipator, Ott, Virtual Boy,Ana Sia, Eoto, Vibesquad, Big Gigantic and Elliot Lipp. He also served as the host of the Wakarusa Dj Classic in Columbia and St. Louis, Mo. In June of 2010 he was voted “Best Dj in St. Louis” by the River Front Times annual readers poll/music showcase. Festival appearances include: Summer Camp, Wakarusa, Sonic Bloom, Bassnectar’s First Bass Center in Colorado, Underground Sound 6,Tall Tree Lake Fest, Camp Euforia, Glowing Souls Music Festival, Global Dance Festival, Cosmic Tilt, and Schwagstock 45 2011 kicked off with HUGE momentum! A four show run with the Psychedelic Guru HEYOKA, as well as plays in Atlanta, New Orleans, Memphis, Denver with PRAANG, and Chicago with Nit Grit. + 4 shows with PRETTY LIGHTS in April. Keep on the look out for upcoming dates as Spanky plans to make a stop in YOUR city soon!
http://soundcloud.com/spankalicious

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*Wick-it the Instigator*
Mashville, TennaKey

Wick-it the Instigator is a DJ/Producer from Nashville, TN, and has been performing and producing since around 2004. His roots are in hip hop/turntablism, but in the last couple years, electronic music has vastly made its way into his repertoire as well. Wick-it is all about the party, and despite the style or approach with each individual track, serious crowd rocking fun is the goal.

http://soundcloud.com/wick-it

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SET TIMES:

MAIN STAGE:
8:00 – Wick-It (the instigator)
9:00 – Spankalicious
10:00 – MattyG
11:00 – Ill-Esha
12:00 – Antiserum
1:00 – CASPA

BAR STAGE:
8:00 – Quasar Camp
8:45 – Bassthoven
9:30- Columbia, MO DJ Battle Winner
10:15 – Springfield, MO DJ Battle Winner
11:00 – The Professor
11:45 – Doombox v. Dr. Awkward
12:30- Hendrix
1:15 – Music Ends

HYTEKK STAGE:
8:00 – Logan Schuman
9:00 – Sigrah
10:00 – Cosmic Dreams
11:00 – NMEZEE
12:00 – inflect

This event is brought to you by Connector & Honeytone Productions.

Promotionual support from: Pipeline Publicity, Loyal Family, Up & Up Productions, Hy-Tekk Productions, The Untz, and Scion.

Presale ticket link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Caspa-tickets/artist/1456137

Please email noble@connectorpresents.com for additional information or questions.

Mike Dillon (of Garage A Trois & Go-Go Jungle)-San Antonio, TX.

Mike Dillon (aka Mike D) is a percussionist, vibraphonist, bandleader, vocalist and songwriter born in San Antonio, Texas. He is a member of Critters Buggin, Les Claypool’s Fancy Band and Garage A Trois. He has performed with many musicians including Ani DiFranco, Galactic, Brave Combo, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Marco Benevento and New Orleans musicians Kevin O’Day, Johnny Vidacovich and James Singleton. Dillon also performed in the 80’s with local Dallas and Denton favorites Ten Hands.

He has led Dallas-based Billy Goat, Kansas City-based Malachy Papers and Austin-based Hairy Apes BMX (HABMX).

In 2006 Dillon started a funky project “Mike Dillon’s Go-Go Jungle” which included members of Billy Goat, drummer Go-Go Ray, and bassist, J.J. Jungle. The live Go-Go Jungle also performs songs from Dillon’s prior projects. They released their second CD entitled Rock Star Bench Press in 2009.

Dillon contributed the majority of compositions to Garage A Trois’ Power Patriot CD released in 2009.

http://www.hyenarecords.com/mikedillon

Ana Sia – Dubstep/Glitch/Crunk (San Francisco, CA.)

Ana Sia’s love of electronic music combined with an innate understanding of the value of dance to the human soul collectively fuse to create unforgettable sets of experience, whether she is slamming spots in her hometown of San Francisco or taking her turn in the forests of music festivals around the country.
Ana’s energetic delivery of brain-fazing beats has earned the Princess Slay-ah an important spot in pioneering the West Coast future sound movement. She will take you on a musical expedition into the deepest reaches of your brain, as she masterfully blends a wide spectrum of rhythms with a beautiful fluidity and a delicate sensibility, giving the dance floor a delightful ride that ends at the corner of bliss and oblivion.
Uniting the best elements of dirty dubstep, grimy glitch, and her personalized blend of “global slut psy-hop,” Ana Sia’s sets confirm crunk status of all who dare enter into her seamless world of sound.

http://anasiamusic.com/

+ Jen Z
+ Persephone
+ more!

The Turnt Up Tour features an eclectic array of artists from both Elm & Oak and Pretty Lights Music. This line up is poised to get any beat freak salivating. Paper Diamond headlines each night with rotating support acts including Elm and Oak’s own Two Fresh, the newest signing to Elm & Oak records, Cherub, Pretty Lights Music recording artist Michal Menert, Robotic Pirate Monkey, and Sorry For Partying.

“Words can’t even describe how wild the “Turnt Up Tour” is about to be. We’re bringing you some of the hottest young acts from all over the country… right to your doorstep. Don’t miss it.” – Paper Diamond

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Paper Diamond

Forward is not just a direction, it’s a way of life for Colorado based producer Alex B who is rolling out big tunes under the new guise of Paper Diamond in 2011. The new project finds the trusted producer moving into previously untraveled musical territory. The Paper Diamond sound has raw energy and the kind of dramatic anticipation only a seasoned producer can incite. Driving beats and bass grab on tight while deep, rich tones rumble under layers of spacey synthesizers, sweet melodies, and catchy vocals. One thing is for sure. The energy is high. In keeping with the way of the future, Paper Diamond’s debut EP “Levitate” is now available for free download from PRETTY LIGHTS MUSIC and ELM&OAK RECORDS.

www.paper-diamond.com
www.facebook.com/paperdiamond
www.twitter.com/paper_diamond

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Robotic Pirate Monkey

http://www.facebook.com/roboticpiratemonkey

http://roboticpiratemonkey.com/

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Sorry For Partying

http://www.facebook.com/weareSorryforPartying

http://wearesorryforpartying.com/