1.  Bronski Beat – C’mon! C’mon!

Sometimes I pull these 12″ singles because I’m hoping that dub mix or instrumental will give me something to work with.  I honestly can’t remember if the B Side does anything for me but I love this era of album art.

2.  Afrika Bambaataa & Soul Sonic Force-Renegades Of Funk

1984 in full flavor with futuristic sounds.  Renegade Funk with the Renegades Chant on the Bside (Hell yea) Be sure to listen to the breakdown at 3:08 on the video it’s simply delish.

3. Bassix – Pump Up The Mo Town

A frightening mega mix called PUMP UP THE MO TOWN a medley of Uptight, Going to a Go Go, Sugar Pie Honey Bunch, Same Old Song, Tears of a Clown & Grapevine (I heard It Through).   No, not the original songs but they’re redone.  Wow…just…wow.

4.  Splack Pack – Scrub Da Ground

This is an essential, but just a drop in the water, of my Miami Bass collection.  Sure, I’m bragging.  With music like this, who wouldn’t brag?  Here’s the video but for some reason the sound is complete & utter shite.  More visuals, less talk.  It’s my basic brain chemistry…so watch.

5.  J.J. Fad  - Be Good 2 Me

Aw JJ Fad getting all grown stepping into the 90’s away from thos 80’s beats and putting out this single exec produced by Eric EAZY E Wright and produced by Yella & the Arabian Prince.  This single also has a song called Back to Compton on it.  I don’t know if these ladies are from there or not…I mean honestly, I have no idea.

Here’s a trip around the world with my latest podcast (note:  this is not my MIX…it’s my radio show) showcasing all sorts of knock knicks & doodads bassic beats & ambiento-sounds.  Yea I just made that up.

School of Seven Bells-Half Asleep (Lusine Remix)
Foot Village-Energy Hunters (Yip-Yip Remix)
Becoming Real-Jen’s Clock (Forest Swords Remix)
Hard Mix-Memories
Tycho-Adrift – Shigeto Adrift A Dream Remix
FISHING-OOOO
Marina And The Diamonds -I Am Not A Robot (Doorly Remix)
of Montreal-Gallery Piece (Mintel Rose Remix)
Lemonade-Lifted (Twin Shadow Remix)
Skinny Friedman-Hundred Dollar Salad (Sammy Bananas Remix)
Eli Escobar-Love Thing (Part 2) – DJ Mehdi Club Edit
Steed Lord-123, If You Want Me
Them Jeans-Balloons (LOL Boys Remix)
Lorenzo Vektor-Turn It Up (original mix)
Childproof Man-Fat Head
Childproof Man-Bloom
Childproof Man-Freeze Frame
Lewis CanCut-Can Of Drink (Sonido Del Principe Remix)
Project Bassline-The Twelfth Step (Mele Remix)
Zero 7-Everything Up (Zizou) (Gold Panda Remix)
T. Williams-Anthem
Femme En Fourrure-Dirty Blonde (Lazaro Casanova Rhodes Mix)
Bassjackers-Clifton (Sidney Samson Remix)

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I decided to pull 5 random records blindly from my collection & share them with you!

1.  Latin & Lethal-Cuties (We Got’em)-Cut It Up Records

A great Bass label (look for it, remember it, you visual beast) and not as popular for sure.  Don’t have a link for you to listen (sorry).  If you don’t know this about me already I am a HUGE bass fan let alone a big Miami Bass collector.  FYIEYYYY.

2. Herbie Hancock- Ready or Not/You Bet Your Love 12″

Herbie Hancock – You Bet Your Love

Herbie Hancock-Ready or Not

3.  Miquel Brown-So Many Men-So Little Time

Not fully committed to disco or Hi NRG on the cusp in between both eras.  When I first bought this I thought (and prayed) for a gay anthem sung by a man…and it was a gay anthem of the time, however, Miquel is a lady.  I wasn’t disappointed tho.

4.  Rofo-Flashlight

Deeper into legitimate and clearer sound of Hi NRG comes Rofo.  Total raspy voice of those 80s singers in all the John Hughe’s films…cept he’s italian.  So yea, this falls into italo disco too.  Cool.

5.  Stan Getz-Big Band Bossa Nova

A treasured gift from a friend who first showed me around a radio station control room 13+ years ago.  Had it on CD for awhile & he dug this up.  Obviously this isn’t a dance single just a full collection of open your windows in the Summer & let the cool breeze roll in.  There has to be a little sweat tho…maybe a mojito.  Heck, I’ll take one if you don’t.

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My favorite “friends” on foursquare are the personally enriching ones that throw suggestions “my” way and as of now it happens to be the businesses/tvstations & savvy webdividuals who jumped on the Foursquare boat & sailed into awesome port.  Here they are so you can sail with them too:

Zagat:

You may know Zagat as the top of the notch rating system for dining all over the world or the snooty foodies network but either way I love when their opinion pops up with suggestions of places nearby after I check in out & about in Los Angeles.

Bravo:

Yes the Bravo network has taken to Foursquare & gives tidbits from different people on their shows…pretty damn personal & cool I think.  I particularly enjoy the Top Chef’s LA suggestions.  It looks like they cover LA & New York…and?  Definitely worth exploring.

Marc Jacobs:

This may be totally run by the hands of an intern but I truly have a feeling the suggestions are from the mouth & mind of Marc Jacobs since in the past he is a web savvy supporter.  I’ve found new LA gems around the corner from where I’m at or new details about the places I already go to.  OMG Marc & I like the same places!? *highschoolhandclaps*

What are yours?

On a big bag of whimsy and a bucket of sheer will I put together my first showcase down at SXSW 2007. The Peacock Lounge approached me late 2006 to throw a party at their lovely venue so I (literally) sat down and wrote a list of everyone I wanted on my dream showcase. EVERYONE I wanted said YES. What a dream. The lovely Sarah Cass documented it & we all lived it.  Here’s a few photos & the full gallery is over here…

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I decided to breeze thru a few names & highlights my favorites from this seasons runway.  Feel free to comment with other people I should check out there are so many names & I decided to go with a few off the cuff…

Louis Vuitton by Marc Jacobs

I heard that this season was a bit frumpy and I chose the two of the pieces here for the fact that you could see the models waistline and also the patterns. I love the soft pastels mixed with grays and rich textures. There are some great skirts in this collection as well…a 50’s 3/4 down the leg/circle skirt which is divine. However, it looked like a few of the models were swimming in these outfits. More of the Louis Vuitton collection…

Miu Miu

I love me a well done jacket.  Make it fitted, with side closure near the neck, ruffled shoulders, throw in a bow and you pretty much had me at hello. I love the large chunked out elements on the jacket/dress & even shoes. I’d love to get a closer picture of the shoes cause these larger jewel elements this season are totally floating my boat. I tend to be drawn towards pieces that would work with my body and these I feel especially would. I WANT these pants. I also would really like to feel the fabric…more from the show here.

Anna Sui

I love me some color. And I love me some patterns. But a well executed outfit without an over the top try too hard “bohemian” is rare. Since I just tend to prefer to talk about what I want (and there were fewer looks from this season that I liked) the stockings in this collection are blowing my mind. I’m pretty excited for the future of tights as right now the stores seems to just be carrying a bit of a floral 90’s knockoff and I want them to get more creative. The above is just that. Also I really do want those two oufits. REALLY. WANT. Anna sui reminds me to get creative with combination so okay Anna I will do just that. Go see more from her collection…

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So the other night I threw on a scarf & some sunglasses & went on Chatroulette.com .   To give a quick rundown to the uninitiated it’s a video/chat site where you’re randomly paired with strangers.  I honestly don’t suggest people with a weak internet heart go there but I have a pretty strong filter and of course, sunglasses and scarves to protect me.  Here’s a few people that I met (You can also head over to the flickr set where there’s more description & I’ll probably end up adding more)

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Chinatown tonight is gonna be packed on the Gin Ling Way with plenty of quality events & people I respect.  I like the idea of us all pushing forth the awesome & cause at the same time, crossing over and being LEGIT.   First off  our event is in the NO BS vein which is my heart and soul of SOLID music, TALENTED people and honestly…NO BULLSHIT.  WHAT A  CONCEPT.  Seems crazy?  It’s not.  Simple and to the point.  I don’t believe in over hyped nonsense I stick to quality and deliver.  Sound good?  Well then fucking show up.  No RSVP.  No Cover.  What do you want me to wrap it in a pretty package and make it nice for you?  Sorry.  This dancefloor is for sweat not your padded problems.

WWW.NOBSDP.COM

Also in a not too far away land (right around the corner) is Welcome Hunters & PROJECT WHITE TSHIRT

Welcome Hunters will be hosting the opening reception of Project White T-Shirt  at 8:00 pm TONIGHT til 11.  Project White T-Shirt is curated by Triple-Major to support Designers Against AIDS. 31 designers were asked to transform and redefine the classic white t-shirt.  Triple-Major will turn Welcome Hunters into a simulated laundromat with washing machines, clothes lines and laundry supplies.

So if you come by don’t be shy even if for a few minutes in eternity, reaching out for a hi five or hug & some type of connection will make you feel better anyway and give  something back your presence, your awesome & commitment to the dancefloor.  BIG HUGS SERIOUSLY & BEYOND.

SEE YOU THERE

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