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date:
29th April 2005
columnist:
Margaux
 So Hot…
TIME MACHINE ON TOUR IN MAY
“Intelligent hip-hop lyrics combined with fresh production on a tru school b-boy tip. 10/10”
Stealth Magazine
MCs Comel and Jaysonic backed by DJ Mekalek will take the stage in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide Brisbane and Byron Bay for their debut Australian tour that’s not to be missed! Exciting on stage as well as in the studio, Time Machine has performed live alongside such fan favourites as The Beatnuts, Common, Das Efx, J-Live, Masta Ace and People under the Stairs.
Their highly acclaimed debut album ‘Slow Your Roll’ (Earshot / Inertia) features Hip Hop legends Special K (of Awesome Two) and Edo G., as well as old-meets-new specialist Edan, all make guest appearances and assist in the album’s mission of paying homage to classic Hip Hop while simultaneously breaking new ground. This long player sees the crew telling stories over nostalgic melodies, thick basslines, memorable loops and hard drums. Time Machine breaks away from the pack by bringing quality and creativity back to the music.
The Australian version of the album includes an exclusive bonus track and a bonus video clip!
TIME MACHINE - AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES – MAY 2005
SYDNEY / Friday May 20 /Boogie Down @ Candy’s Apartment
MELBOURNE / Saturday May 21 /The Lateshow @ Revolver Upstairs
ADELAIDE /Friday May 27 / MC Battle For Supremacy Aust Final @ Fowlers Live
BRISBANE /Saturday May 28 / The Armoury @ The Arena
BYRON BAY /Sunday May 29 / The Beach Hotel
EDAN: BEAUTY OR BEAST?
While Edan’s critically acclaimed debut, ‘Primitive Plus’, was a celebration of Hip-hop’s golden age and a true throwback, his sophomore album, ‘Beauty And The Beat’, is a vast musical collage that contains many different influences; Hip-hop, rock, pop, dusty breaks, hazy loops, luxurious off-kilter samples and curveball tempo changes that are all crafted into one cohesive piece of art. Though Edan’s vast lyrical imagination and technical wizardry (he also self-produced every track) alone make ‘Beauty And The Beat’ a standout, it also illustrates what an artist can accomplish when he refuses to accept, or be boxed in by the limitations and genre stereotypes placed upon artists by labels, radio programmers, critics and fans alike; exemplified by Edan’s ode to the limitless potential of the cosmos ‘I See Colours’, the album’s lead-single ‘Fumbling Over Words That Rhyme’, a track which true Hip-hop enthusiasts and historians will not only appreciate, but ultimately debate, ‘Smile’, a gripping behind the scenes look at a successful yet internally tormented star a! nd its uplifting sequel ‘Promised Land’ which elegantly captures ‘Beauty And The Beat’s underlying essence - the symbolism of imagination and its power to overcome all that is perilous with positivity, patience and understanding. ‘Beauty & The Beat' by Edan is out now through Earshot/Inertia.
PHIL K ROCKS
Hot on the heals of his recently released Y4K CD, leading Aussie breaks DJ Phil K has launched a brand new website www.philk.dj. Featuring updated info, regularly updated tour dates, as well as other cool stuff like ring tones, audio files and a gallery of pics from various gigs around the world. Phil K has gone from strength to strength over the past few years, and his new website is testament to that fact. Check him out!
ON AIR NOW: PRETTY MUCH “EVERYWHERE”
"Can you hear me calling, out your name, you know that I'm falling and I dunno know what to say... "
What will, without a doubt be the next massive crossover dance single... the hairy ones 'MOUSTACHE' deliver a familiar hook from Fleetwood Mac's immortal 'Everywhere' & turn it into a modern feel good dance anthem. Essentially made up of producers: Richard Sanford (Producer/Keyboards & Guitars) & Michael Di Francesco - (Producer/Bass & Keyboards). Michael Di Francesco met Richard (Delta Goodrem's Musical Director) whilst working as Delta's bass player on Delta's live shows (ARIA Awards, AVMA's etc..) Michael & Richard found that they had many things in common musically. Michael invited Richard to meet him at his partner's (Harris Meitanis) iSPY Records offices & studio, to lay some tracks down and see if they would gel in the studio as they had done in session. The result is already causing waves overseas & signed instantly to label of the moment 'OXYD' in Italy & a host of other international labels. This local production will only serve to further enhance our local scene's reputation. Complete with brand spankin' new mixes from Cabin Crew & a funky filmclip, 'Moustache' are sure to be hair for a long while!
MIAMI '05
Markus Schulz has been winning over fans with his dark, brooding, melodic productions and DJ sets. 2004 marked his debut at 32 on the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs. Markus has captured a vibe in trance that was previously only heard in house music. With his 'Coldharbour Sessions' compilation release in March of 2004, the foundation has been laid out for what is being labeled as the next big sound in trance. Dark, thick basslines, tranquil music, box melodies, with frantic energetic percussion and epic strings. His productions have been released throughout the world on some of the most respected labels in the electronic dance music industry: Electronic Elements, Armada, Anjunabeats, Lost Language, Yoshitoshi, Global Underground, Renaissance and Bedrock just to name a few. Markus has had the opportunity to work with artists like: Jewel, Oceanlab, Gabriel & Dresden presents Motorcycle, Karada, Telepopmusik, Fat Boy Slim, Miro, Book Of Love, Depeche Mode, Everything But The Girl, Madonna, Blue Amazon and PQM. Harder, darker, Markus always delivers a musically sensitive, yet moody monster of a mix.
From his radio show to his productions and his live sets, Markus continues to evolve bringing intelligent melodies and credibility to trance music & he showcases that here brilliantly, on 'MIAMI 05' a set of his biggest tunes delivered from his home base in Miami to an eager worldwide audience. For more info, log onto: http://www.markusschulz.com/
So Not…
NOT LONG ENOUGH LONG WEEKENDS
Belated Happy Anzac Day everybody!
MISSING OUT ON DESIGNEX EXHIBITION
Cos someone had just a little bit too much fun on the weekend…
WORK GOLF DAYS
Especially those on Sundays so I don’t see my baby for a whole day on the weekend! Argh!
PRE-JAMMED JAM DONUTS
I dunno if it’s just me but I thought everyone preferred to eat jam donuts without the jam!
LEARNING HOW TO SWIM
At 22 years of age and sharing the slow lane with little kids that fly past you and really large old guys that seem to be floating on their fat percentage. Must focus on goal of deep sea diving in Queensland in like, 6 weeks time (Will I be able to learn by then? Tune in next week for the saga of the swimming pool…)
So What…
What the?
Marriage (Part I)
He laid down the following rules:
“I'll be home when I want, if I want and at what time I want and I don't expect any hassle from you. I expect a great dinner to be on the table unless I tell you that I won't be home for dinner. I'll go hunting, fishing, boozing and card-playing when I want with my old buddies and don't you give me a hard time about it. Those are my rules. Any comments?"
His new bride said, "No, that's fine with me. Just understand that there will be sex here at seven o'clock every night…whether you're here or not."
(DAMN SHE'S GOOD!)
Marriage (Part II)
Husband and wife had a bitter quarrel on the day of their 40th wedding anniversary! The husband yells, "When you die, I'm getting you a headstone that reads, 'Here Lies My Wife - Cold As Ever.'
"Yeah?" she replies. "When you die, I'm getting you a headstone that reads, "Here Lies My Husband - Stiff At Last.'"
(HE ASKED FOR IT!)
Marriage (Part III)
Husband (a doctor) and his wife are having a fight at the breakfast table. Husband gets up in a rage and says, "And you are no good in bed either," and storms out of the house. After some time he realises he was nasty and decides to make amends and rings her up. She comes to the phone after many rings, and the irritated husband says, “What took you so long to answer the phone?" She says, "I was in bed." "In bed this early, doing what?" "Getting a second opinion!"
(YEP, HE HAD THAT COMING, TOO!)
Marriage (Part IV)
A man has six children and is very proud of his achievement. He is so proud of himself, that he starts calling his wife, " Mother of Six" despite her objections.
One night, they go to a party. The man decides that it's time to go home and wants to find out if his wife is ready to leave as well. He shouts at the top of his voice, "Shall we go home 'Mother of six?'" His wife, irritated by her husband's lack of discretion shouts right back, "Anytime you're ready, Father of Four."
(RIGHT ON, LADY!)
God may have created man before woman, but there is always a rough before the masterpiece.
If you see me as just the princess then you misunderstand who I am and what I have been through.
-Mariah Carey
You feelin’ me? Forward all bribes, blackmails and bootycalls to margaux@12am.com.au |
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