After venue closures and a subsequent search for a new location, UFunktion has teamed up with Ram Z and Discotronix to present the Punisher on Dec. 12, 2009 at Plush.
Check out this interview with the Detroit techno dj and producer behind Hej Records here if it doesn’t appear below:
Cortinas & Wade are defining “epic funk” the way only they can. If you caught their 5 a.m. 2X4 at Mega Buzz you heard their Epic Funk Remix of the U.K.’s Alien Six track, Afraid of Something.
If you missed that R**e, check the track out on C&W’s MySpace, then make sure you snap it up! These guys have plenty where that came from. Their production can already be found online at major outlets, and they have 2010 releases (Cortinas & Wade Remix of Dj Exodus ft. Shannon’s Give Me Tonight) in the works.
C&W at Mega Buzz + space dude
This past weekend’s Ableton invasion included two days of classes by Dubspot instructors and a FunkAid for Africa Benefit party. Highlights?
Read more after the jump.
I wrote a review in the style of a print reporter working for a crusty old newspaper, published it here, and then wondered why. Below is my revised review of Jim Rivers in ATX. Enjoy.
Who the hell is Jim Rivers? Besides being the latest selecta behind the Global Undergroud Nu Breed Series, party people in town on Friday November 13, 2009 asked themselves the same question as they paid the $5-15 cover charge and walked into Republic Live to hear him play at a Resurgence and Real Music event. That cover charge started high and went low as the night went on, for the record.
DJ Rivers was a gamble on Friday the 13th. His glitchy, progressive production, released on labels such as Saw, Renaissance and his own Misfit Records imprint were well known and loved by plenty of party people at Republic, and one out of every twenty people from Houston or San Antonio claimed to actually know Rivers personally, but just what would he play? And would anyone show up? The dj circuit in Texas is well worn by the likes of Kaskade and even Keoki, but someone so fresh? Austin heads know that throwing a successful event without some trance or seriously commercial artists involved can be tricky.
Read more after the jump.
Crowd at Jim Rivers
Ernest Gonzalez, aka Mexicans w/ Guns, will play some new music from Been Meaning to Tell You, at the Mohawk alongside Deastro and Max Tundra. The BMTTY EP will be out on Friends of Friends in early 2010.
Friends of Friends
Miguel Douglas and L. Boogie will play Hookah Tech Wednesdays at Redline Hookah. If you haven’t been to this hookah lounge you should. No cover. Hookah specials before 10 p.m.
J.A.M.O.N. will spin at Barcelona for F.I.S.T. No cover.
Here’s a bit of not so new news: Austin’s William A rocks the dancefloor. Don’t take my word for it, take Pete Tong’s. Pete Tong mentioned William A in his Beatportal tour diary after he got to hear William’s opening set when he played at Phoenix.
Keep your ears open for William. The word on the street (read, the Ableton workshop I got to drop in on for a bit this weekend) is that William A has a release due out very soon on Josh Gabriel’s label, Different Pieces.
Nice one, William!
William A
Guten tag, edm lovers! It’s been a while since I’ve filled you in on EDM happenings in ATX because I’ve been to London and Berlin and back. Do you love techno? Go to Berlin! I made it to Tresor, Panorama Bar, and Watergate, and was present for P. Toile, Dasha Rush, Radio Slave, Heartthrob and Paco Osuna laying waste to the dance floor. (I’m itching to live there. Know how to make that happen? Message me. Thanks.)
Since I’ve been back, I’ve written a few event reviews. For Resident Advisor, my favorite edm news source, and for Austin Vida, a Latino entertainment focused mag.
In other news, the Burleson warehouse, home to hundreds of underground dance events in East Austin, has been shut down. The venue’s last major event was last month’s U Funktion One Year Anniversary party with Derek Plaslaiko. U Funktion’s December event with the Punisher, originally to be held at the warehouse, is postponed until further notice.
Austin’s underground edm scene loved the warehouse for being commiteed to the edm community and the events that could last for days. The space nurtured a love of music and even the seeds of performance art for Austin’s dance music scene. Austin will miss this venue.
Now, let’s look forward.
Redline Hookah is a gem on South First. The lounge is home to Hookah-Tech, a great house and techno night on Wednesdays. This Wednesday, get housed with Christian Barbuto, Jonene, and Eric Q at the decks. These three have been involved in the house and techno scene across the US in major ways for years. Come out. No cover.
Yummy Shisha!
Another little known dance party in Austin is Back Alley Social. Home to Icon Friday’s, a weekly featuring Jonene, L. Boogie, and J.A.M.O.N., the party should not be missed. Every Friday, no cover.
No Cover
Look for more updates soon.
Last weekend, Austin put on sort of an ACL warm-up with the bi-annual Pecan Street Festival.
With plenty of food, music and carnies, the family-friendly festival truly showcased the odd diversity that is Austin. From the street sounds of “Guitar” Greg to the salty sweet kettle corn booths, the event gave an enjoyable experience for all.
They say a picture is worth 1,000 words, so what about 500 frames? Here’s my entire unedited take from the day, no touch-ups. Thanks to “Guitar” Greg for the music.
Pecan Street Festival – Fall ‘09 from Stephen Keller on Vimeo.
Ok so I think it’s time to bring Austin Dischord back from the grave…
Check back here for ACL updates, and other music related news.
Friday Night:
Into House? Iz will be at the Buzios Room for $10.
Saturday Night:
Area512 is asking you to wear black and white to attend this event w/ Le Castle Vania, and there’s been talk of a penalty for people who choose not to participate in the theme, so I think they’re serious.
One Rule: Wear Black & White
I wonder where the secret location will burleson. I mean be.
UFunktion will announce upcoming events soon. Finally!
Christina Garcia
Rachel
Michele Pierini
Robert Rich
Scott Richert
Stephen Keller