NUFUNK TORONTO CONCERT BLOG

BASSNECTAR’s COZZA FRENZY TOUR @ Wrongbar Thurs. Nov 26th

jaydawg420 — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:40:54 +0000

EMBRACE in association with Nufunk presents:

BASSNECTAR live at Wrongbar on Thursday, November 26.

BASSNECTAR is a freeform electronic music and social experimentation project based in San Francisco, California. Primarily a music project of Lorin Ashton, BASSNECTAR is also accompanied by various collaborators. Ashton describes BASSNECTAR’S sound as “omni-tempo maximalism,” by which he means combining beats and basslines with music of any or all speeds, time signatures, rhythms, and sound source. The sound gravitates toward heavy tempos, playing with double time and half time, and using electronic methods to embellish and reinforce other styles of music, including ragtime, punk rock, blues, batucada, polka, salsa, film scores, gangsta rap, beatboxing, balkan gypsy music, ska, death metal, or dub. According to Ashton, “we are so blessed, and so deeply fortunate to be alive and awake right now…it’s a basic truth, but it’s very powerful. I think privilege confers responsibility, and Bassnectar is a reflection of that opportunity to give back; the motion of my cells bouncing back at the world.” BASSNECTAR also has a podcast on iTunes called BASSNECTAR Transmission and regularly releases bootlegs on the official website.

Official Home Page http://www.bassnectar.net
Official Myspace Page http://www.myspace.com/bassnectar
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Be sure to catch BASSNECTAR at Wrongbar on November 26.

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listen to mixes here: www.bassnectar.net

Nov 14 NuJazz Festival w/ JAZZANOVA, Robertson, DJ John Kong… @ El Mocambo

jaydawg420 — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:17:37 +0000

Saturday, November 14th, 2009
NuJazz Festival Gala Event
NUJAZZ FESTIVAL : NOV. 12, 13, 14 ! CHECK OUT TORONTO’s NEW MUSIC FESTIVAL
Jazzanova (Sonar Kollectiv, Germany) DJ Set
DJ John Kong (Do Right!), Rollin’ Cash (Hot Pie Records)
with live guest Robertson (Montreal)
plus opening set by DJ gaDJet with Live Percussion by Chico Pacheco
hosted by Charles Lewis
@ El Mocambo – 464 Spadina Ave
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The 3 Day NuJazz Festivall ends with a not-to-be-missed event headlined by Jazzanova, considered one of the most important jazz/electronic projects of our time. They are joined by Toronto’s John Kong, DJ gaDJet & Chico Pacheco, Rollin’ Cash and a special live performance by former Bulfrog band leader Robertson.

Jazzanova (Berlin, Sonar Kollectiv) DJ Set
JAZZANOVA.net – Official Website
JAZZANOVA on MySpace Music – Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Videos

When it comes to Jazzanova, there is always a lot to account for. “All the time, we have to explain to people what the sense in all of this is”, says Alexander Barck, one of the DJs/Producers of Jazzanova, with an ironic grin on his face. “Sometimes it’s funny to us, because we never think of it that way. We love music, we listen to a lot of music – old, new – and we like to make music. And that’s just it: A playful interaction with it.”

This may sound plausible, but it actually is a huge understatement, because they belong among a small, worldwide group of innovators, when it comes to Dancefloor, NuJazz, Broken Beat, to modern Folk und Soul. Around the globe, DJs and vinyl freaks adore Jazzanova. Their remixes for Masters At Work, Fat Freddys Drop, 4Hero or Ursula Rucker are gems. But the six guys from Berlin have also enjoyed the feat of treating the most different of source material with respect and to simultaneously give it an unmistakable Jazzanova sound signature for such diverse artists as Lenny Kravitz, Common, Azymuth or Calexico. The ability to bring together different styles and their enormous effort and input into research and the ability to put to work all possibilities, is not only widely respected throughout the international music community, but also constantly drives themselves to be a step ahead.

There is a lot to hear, sense, and feel while listening to this music. The music has a lot of soul, and is lively and deep at the same time. Jazzanova use their albums to express their musical vision through songs.

Jazzanova are, undoubtedly, one of the most important dance/electronic projects of the last ten years. They set the template for most dance/electronica and one of the first projects to bring some world music awareness to dance music, bringing in elements of Latin and African music and, in the process, showing that dance music itself is something that almost exists since the dawn of times.

And, of course, lets not forget that Jazzanova, along with Kruder & Dorfmeister, also brought the art of remixing to a new and refreshing stage. In many cases, their remixes are so much that as almost new creations in themselves, sometimes completely turning the original tunes upside down. In some cases, that approach can even turn what was originally dull and turn it into a dancefloor stomper or a great chill-out vibe.

Robertson (Montreal, Soulbeat Records)
Robertson (bullfrog) on MySpace Music – Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Videos
The Official Home of Robertson

Robertson, the singer-songwriter and main instigator behind the internationally acclaimed Montreal pop band Bullfrog, is ready to hit it live with his new Lp ” Favorite People “. After years of working the Montreal and Canadian club circuit, touring the world as Bullfrog’s front man and kid koala’s guitar player, headlining clubs and festivals all over north America and Europe, Robertson has been turning heads as a solo artist. Since his well received 2004 release ” Deeper Shade of Green” Robertson could be seen playing shows in Canada and Europe, appearing on bass for Money Mark, opening for Kid Koala, Michael Franti and SpearHead, Soulive,Wailers, Maceo Parker…and more.

plus:

DJ John Kong (Toronto, Do Right!)
John Kong on MySpace Music – Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Videos
John Kong – Do Right! Music

DJ gaDJet and Chico Pacheco (soulwhat)

Rollin Cash (Toronto, Hot Pie)
www.djrollincash.com
Rollin’ Cash on MySpace Music – Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Videos
HOT PIE RECORDS

Elizabeth Shepherd to premiere new songs on Central Canadian Tour

jaydawg420 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:56:31 +0000

Multiple Juno Nominee Elizabeth Shepherd is hitting up dates in Quebec and Ontario this November in which she will debut new tunes from her forthcoming album. Known for her jazz groove melodies and improvisational keyboard playing on her two critically exclaimed albums Start to Move and Parkdale, Shepherd shines in the live setting, interacting moment by moment with her musicians and audience. It’s a one of a kind musical conversation that has helped her ignite a strong following across the globe and offered opportunities to perform at LA’s Hollywood Bowl, Tokyo’s Cotton Club, Rotterdam’s North Sea Jazz Festival, London’s Jazz Café, and across Canada.

The tour dates with the Trio, starts at Mercury Lounge’s anniversary celebration in Ottawa on November 10th, followed by a Remembrance Day (Nov. 11) show at Montreal’s Upstairs Jazz Club, then in Quebec City at Le Cercle on November 12th, capping of their tour with a headline performance at “the Women of NuJazz” event as a part of 2nd Annual NuJazz Festival in Toronto on Friday November 13th at Revival Club.

Tour Dates:

Tuesday, November 10
Mercury Lounge, Ottawa
www.mercurylounge.com

Wednesday, November 11
Upstairs Montreal, Quebec
www.upstairsjazz.com

Thursday, November 12
Le Cercle Quebec, Quebec
www.le-cercle.ca

Friday, November 13
NuJazz Festival’s “Women of Nu-Jazz”

Revival, Toronto, Ontario
www.nujazz.ca

Bio

Elizabeth Shepherd’s music is less about following a particular tradition than it is about expressing a creative spirit; she is an artist looking to share her take on the world. Which is not surprising coming from someone who grew up in a highly musical family, living all over Canada and France, played tenor horn in the Salvation Army brass band where her parents were ministers, had an early love-affair with hip-hop music, only to wind up studying French poetry, and eventually, classical and jazz piano at McGill University.

Her multiple industry accolades have landed her 2 Juno nominations (Canada’s Grammy equivalent), tours in Europe and across and North America, Japan, and most recently, a show at the legendary Hollywood Bowl with Jamie Cullum & Count Basie Orchestra. Fans and critics have drawn comparisons to the likes of Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, and Rickie Lee Jones. And what these names all share is both an accessibility and a distinctness – that quality people can’t quite pin down.

Depending on what the song calls for, Shepherd always draws upon her roots – be it Salvation Army origins, poetic singer-songwriter lyricism, the modal inflections of world music, simple and sassy pop, infectiously deep hip-hop grooves, or the harmonic complexities of jazz. Her tunes are always a departure from convention; yet one never has the sense of leaving the home she weaves on stage and invites us to be part of.

www.elizabethshepherd.com
www.myspace.com/elizabethshepherd

The Elizabeth Shepherd Trio is:

Elizabeth Shepherd – Vocals/Piano
Scott Kemp – Bass
Colin Kingsmore – Drums

TOSH FAMILY ENCOURAGES FANS TO CELEBRATE BY ACTING OUT FOR EQUAL RIGHTS

jaydawg420 — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:37:21 +0000

PETER TOSH 65TH BIRTHDAY

Equal rights was major focus of Artist’s life and work Los Angeles, CA 16 October 2009 – In honor of Reggae superstar Peter Tosh’s 65th birthday on Monday, October 19th, the Tosh family is creating www.officialpetertosh.com, and encouraging Peter Tosh fans around the world to celebrate with the Tosh family by speaking up for equal rights. Tosh’s efforts to bring the attention of the world to oppressed people in every corner of the earth were expressed in many of his hits such as “Mama Africa”, “Equal Rights”, “Fight On,” and “Not Gonna Give It Up”. To commemorate Peter’s 65th birthday celebration, the Tosh family would like to invite fans to visit sites such as Amnesty International at http://www.amnesty.org, ONE.org http://ONE.org , The Human Rights Campaign at www.hrc.org and other organizations that are working to achieve equal rights for all people around the world.

Peter Tosh is one of the most important and influential Reggae artists of all time. He first rose to prominence as a founding member of Bob Marley and the Wailers in 1970, when the group signed to Island Records. That same year, they released the classic reggae albums Catch A Fire and Burnin’. Tosh left the group in 1974, and released his debut solo record, Legalize It in 1976. During his life and prolific career, Tosh was an outspoken supporter of efforts to legalize marijuana. He also was an anti-apartheid activist and an ardent anti- nuclear activist. Peter Tosh’s message is as relevant today as it was when he was alive. Yet, given the current disparity between the poor and wealthy in most of the world, the racism and hate that is sadly still thriving, and the continued proliferation of nuclear weapons, Tosh’s work is not finished.

Please support and honor Peter Tosh’s memory by posting links on your site this Monday, October 19, to ONE.org, which works to forgive debt and develop functional economies in Africa, hrc.org which fights for equal rights for all people, and Amnesty International or a similar organization, and directing visitors to visit www.officialpetertosh.com to find out more about Reggae legend Peter Tosh, his music, and his works.

Toronto’s Reggae Scene Honours Peter Tosh on Oct. 24

jaydawg420 — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:25:01 +0000

http://www.nufunk.ca presents…

Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Annual Tribute to Peter Tosh
with The House of David Gang and friends
http://www.myspace.com/houseofdavidgang
@ El Mocambo – 464 Spadina Ave.
Doors at 9:30 PM – DJ Starts – 2 Sets

$10 at the door with Caned Food Donation to Serving Charity
$15 Without

No Advanced Tickets / First come First Served / No Attitutes

Facebook Link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=149581811261

Starring:
King Selah
Michael Garrick
Tanny Meadows
High Plains Drifter
http://www.highplainsdrifting.com
and special guest
Petra the Empress
http://www.myspace.com/petraakatheempress

and DJ Reddafire (MUVA SOUNDSYSTEM)
http://www.myspace.com/muvasoundsystem

The tragic and premature death of Peter Tosh on September 11, 1987 has robbed the world of a great reggae artist and political activist. Peter Tosh was one of the most militant reggae recording artists, his name, face and songs stand as a symbol of inspiration to people around the world. PETER TOSH, BOB MARLEY, and BUNNY LIVINGSTONE were the co-founders of the greatest reggae group of all time “THE WAILERS.”

As always, we are looking forward to your support on Saturday, October 24th, 2009 to celebrate the life and legacy a of true reggae legend. Non- perishable food donation will go towards the El Mocambo’s in-house food drive – “Serving Charity”.

House of David Gang:: 9 pc. Reggae Orchestra ::
Authentic Tribute to Peter Tosh :: Horns, Guitars, Percussion, Keyboards & Multiple Vocalists Extravaganza!
http://www.myspace.com/houseofdavidgang

After a busy summer playing at festivals and outdoor venues, The House of David Gang completed their third national tour of 2009 and further established their reputation as one of Canada’s finest live roots-reggae-rock acts. Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival (Fredericton, New Burnswick), Salty Jam (Saint John, New Brunswick), Evolve Festival (Antigoniish, Nova Scotia), and Freedom Festival (Toronto, Ontario) round out Kensington Market’s Longest running Reggae Band resume. Formed on Queen West in summer 1989, The House of David Gang is celebrating it’s 20 Year Anniversary, culminating with a special Tribute to Reggae Legend Peter Tosh.

The House of David Gang sound combines the authentic vocal and poeteic wisdom of frontman/vocalist Desmond “King Selah” Anderson and drummer Collin “Jah-lin” Edwards with the eclectic talents of members guitarist Jay “The High Plains Drifter” Cleary, bass groover Chris Bottomley, ex-Blue Rodeo keyboardist James Gray, Jamaicain-born guitarist Chris Davies augmented by Horn Players Dean Yates (trumpet) and Mike Field (trumpet). The band is a litteral who’s who of top players of the reggae, world and jazz music circuit in Toronto. Guest vocalists otfen include commanding and charismatic performers incluing Michael Garrick, Petra The Empress, Tanny Meadows and many others.

The Band frequently produces, collaborates and perform in tribute concerts to Reggae giants such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer, Dennis Brown, Jackie Mittoo and Culture, however it is their poplular Tribute for Peter Tosh for which gained them noteriety early in their career in Toronto.

House of David Gang goal is to help create a community and through their performance help with local causes and fundraiers. For this event the band encouraging participants to offer goods to El Mocambo’s in-house Food Drive “Serving Chairity.”

House of David Gang’s highlights include performances at Hillside (Guelph, ON), Evolve (Antigonish, NS), CaribFest (Barrie, ON), and the Toronto Freedom Festival. The have headlined marquee Toronto venues such as Revival, Opera House, El Mocambo, Mod Club & Lee’s Palace; as well as the Paragon Theatre (Halifax), Savoy Theater (Glace Bay, NS), House of Reggae (Montreal) and Starlight Room (Waterloo, ON). They have shared the stage with the likes of two-time Juno nominee Jason Wilson, Chatta, Donna Makeda, Mountain Edge Band, Wassabi Collective, Half-Pint, Tanya P, Makaya, Michael Garrick and many others.

Petra the Empress
http://www.myspace.com/petraakatheempress

Songstress Petra AKA the Empress, whose given name is Petra Grant, was born in the 80s in Leeds, England. From the moment she lined up her teddy bears and sang them old Motown songs at the tender age of 3, it was obvious that music was Petra’s calling and that a superstar was going to emerge. Petra’s love and enthusiasm for music led her to perform in many talent shows, school productions and church. As a child, she spent much of her time writing poetry, which later evolved into a passion for songwriting. When Petra’s family decided to move to Canada in 2003, she decided that this was her chance to really follow her dreams.

Petra has been performing in Canada for the past four years and has an extensive musical resume. She has even had the opportunity to share the stage with artists such as Loon and Mobb Deep and featured on many albums and mix tapes. She has performed across Ontario in numerous events and venues such as Café Mirage, Rastafest 2007, Sensual Lounge, DNA Nightclub, Seneca College, York University, the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga and The Jamaican Canadian Centre (JCC). Petra recently signed with Qryptonik Records and is currently working on her debut album.

Petra’s love for music doesn’t stop there; she has already established herself in the field of Radio broadcasting by being the host and programmer for three radio shows. She currently hosts the shows ‘Breakin Culture’, an arts and entertainment show and ‘Represent’ a UK R ‘n’ B, Garage and Grime show on CHRY 105.5 fm.

DJ Reddafire (Muva Soundsystem)
http://www.myspace.com/muvasoundsystem

The Muva Soundsystem took form in the late 90’s and consists of several members who can play anywhere in the world where the people need to hear solid foundation, roots, and Dancehall Reggae… DJ Reddafire (MUVA’s main selector) has been at the cutting edge of Reggae for the past decade and travels frequently to Negril’s West in Jamaica as a means of keeping his finger on the pulse of the Soundsystem community. With the help and wizardry of the good people at Jah Freedom Recording, MuvaSound has been developing an impressive catalogue of exclusive Dub-Plate recordings by top ranked artists including the likes of Luciano, Pinchers, Culture and John Holt. To hear these new and Vintage rareties one MUST experince the Muva SoundSystem in a live setting to truley get the full experience of our incomperable live-sound.

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FOOTPRINTS 7-Year Anniversary feat. Hypnotic Brass Ensemble

jaydawg420 — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:06:10 +0000

FOOTPRINTS 7-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Presented by: www.Nufunk.ca & Footprints

Featuring:
HYPNOTIC BRASS ENSEMBLE
(Chicago / NYC / Honest Jons Records)
http://www.myspace.com/hypnoticbusiness
http://www.hypnoticbrass.net

w/ Footprints DJs:
JASON PALMA
GENERAL ECLECTIC
STUART
http://www.myspace.com/footprintstoronto
http://www.facebook.com/footprints

Hosted by: LYBIDO & JAY CLEARY
Doors 9:00 PM Show 10:00 PM to 2 AM
$20 Advance Tickets
Available at Play De Record, Soundscapes & Rotate This
Online at http://www.ticketweb.ca

Direct Link: http://www.ticketweb.ca/t3/sale/SaleEventDetai l?di…

Facebook Link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138593142496

Hypnotic Brass Ensemble Hi Rez Photos here: http://paulh.com/photos/puma/hypnoticbrass/hi-res/

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On Saturday, September 26th, Footprints & Nufunk.ca join forces to present one of the world’s most unique and high energy bands; HYPNOTIC BRASS ENSEMBLE. This date will also mark the 7-YEAR ANNIVERSARY of the Footprints collective and their highly successful monthly event! Without a doubt this will be a show you will NOT want to miss!

HYPNOTIC BRASS ENSEMBLE
http://www.myspace.com/hypnoticbusiness

The Hypnotic Brass Ensemble is an instrumental group comprised of 8 horn players and a drummer, all but one of whom are sons of jazz musician Kelan Phil Cohran (who played trumpet in Sun Ra Arkestra).Originally from Chicago, IL, they are currently based in New York City. As the headliners of the NuJazz Festival http://www.nujazz.ca last year, the buzz around this band locally and internationally continues to expand, combined with the release of their new CD on Honest Jons Records which features Flea, Damon Albarn (of Blurr) and legendary drummer Tony Allen.

Check out the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble article in the June Issue of The New Yorker: http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/musical/2009/06/08/090608crmu_music_frerejones

Here’s a tasty download of Hypnotic Brass Ensemble:
http://cdn2.libsyn.com/parisdjs/Paris_DJs_Soundsystem_presents_Hypnotic_Brass_Ensemble.mp3

HYPNOTIC BRASS LIVE IN TORONTO 2008

Here’s a 2 song sample from their performance at the 1st Annual NuJazz Festival last year:
http://www.nufunk.ca/NuJazz%20Fest%20-%20Hypnotic%20Brass%20Ensemble.mp3

New CD Available upon request

FOOTPRINTS is a 4 person DJ and design collective comprised of Jason Palma, General Eclectic, DJ Stuart and promotivator / dancer Lybido. They’re considered by many to be Toronto’s premiere underground open format dance event, attracting a supremely loyal following since their inception 7 years ago.

With a shared belief that you can’t know your future until you know your past, each member of Footprints takes an all inclusive approach to DJing, connecting the dots between a wide variety of music ranging from; Funk, Soul, Afrobeat, Latin and Brasilian to Dub, Reggae, Brokenbeat, Electro, House and Hip Hop.

The result is an unpretentious marriage of musical flavors that has become uniquely their own, attracting an ever increasing amount of adventurous and open-minded music lovers looking for a party without all the usual ‘club hype’.

FOOT PRINTS is…

JASON PALMA
A well known figure in the Toronto scene, Palma brings over 15 years experience deejaying a wide variety of music; from latin, soul, classic house, funk, hip hop to Brazilian samba & afrobeat. As one of the first architects of Toronto’s early Acid Jazz, Deep House and Funk scenes, his skill at mixing records that would appear to be ‘unmixable’ has placed him in constant demand over the course of his career, while also making him one of the most beloved DJs in the T-dot!

GENERAL ECLECTIC
A man with no limit of passion and knowledge when it comes to nearly all types of music. General Eclectic displays his skills on the decks with heart and intensity each and every Foot Prints party. His meticulous attention to detail when mixing records and his instinctive ability to effortlessly flow between genres has won him a large following of music heads and dance floor junkies. Having been known to play just about anything in his sets, his style is hard to categorize but impossible to refuse.

DJ STU (aka BASICSOULUNIT)
Stuart is a man of many different guises, having his hand in a number of Toronto’s exciting underground scenes. Many know him as his famous alter ego “Basic Soul Unit”, under which he crafts deftly unique Techno inspired soulful music – winning him critical acclaim both here at home and abroad. Stu brings his knowledge of Techno, Classic House, Garage and Disco to the Foot Prints people each month, proving an invaluable asset for keeping that steady pace and firing up the dance floor like no other deejay in Toronto.

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For more information / interviews please contact:

Jay Cleary, 360 Degrees Artists / NuFunk Concerts
Public Relations
416-255-7773
416.877.4075 cell
www.360degreesartists.com
www.nufunk.ca
www.makeitfunky.ca

Burt Neilson Band – Thursday, August 20th – REVIVAL in TORONTO

jaydawg420 — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:15:39 +0000

The Boys are Back in Town! A Rare Performance by Canada’s Top Roots Rock Quartet.

www.nufunk.ca presents

The Burt Neilson Band (2 sets)
www.myspace.com/burtneilsonband
Thursday, August 20th, 2009
Revival Bar, 783 College St.
Toronto, ON
$8 – 9PM – Taping allowed
more info: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=140103802952…

Online Tickets: http://www.ticketweb.ca/snl/EventListings.action?orgId=15910

Friday, July 31 : Gisto CD Release w/ House of David Gang & DJ ?uesquecest @ El Mocambo – doors at 10:00 PM

jaydawg420 — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 18:38:23 +0000

www.nufunk.ca presents…

Friday, July 31, 2009
East Coast West Coast Reggae Sun Splash
Gisto CD Release w/ House of David Gang & DJ ?uesquecest @ El Mocambo – doors at 10:00 PM

more: www.nufunk.ca

Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138675737048

Gisto
(of the Wassabi Collective)
http://www.myspace.com/gistowassabi
http://www.wassabi.net

Gisto, producer, guitarist and singer/songwriter for the acclaimed Wassabi Collective has always been a strong individual artist and now is set to release his first solo album this summer. Brent “Gisto” Hongisto gained recognition as an Independent artist by his early performances in Ontario, BC and Nova Scotia before joining the BC based Wassabi Collective.

After years on the road with Wassabi Collective and many hours in the studio, Gisto is ready to present a set of original music, Backed by Toronto’s House Of David Gang. With his rich and rhythmic Ragamuffin style vocals Gisto brings a refreshing content to his listeners ears, with socially conscious lyrics and uplifting message he leaves audiences feeling inspired.

Currently on a cross Canada tour, he’s just made stops at the Evolve Festival and Atlantic Jazz Festival in Nova Scotia, Salty Jam in New Brunswick and can be seen in Toronto this weekend at the Beaches Jazz Festival. Next he travels back to BC to play The Shambhala Festival, in Nelson, BC ending his summer with CD Release dates in the West before Wassabi Collective does it’s first Cross Country Tour in 2 years starting in October.

Sample his new track “Take a Look at myself” here: http://www.nufunk.ca/Takealookatmyself.mp3

backed & featuring a headline set by: The House of David Gang
www.myspace.com/houseofdavidgang

One of Canada’s top roots reggae collectives, The House of David Gang specialize in the timeless and classic Jamaican reggae sound of the 1970s and early 80s. Faithfully recreating the soulful roots rock reggae sound, The House of David Gang is a certifiable reggae orchestra. Comprised of a collective of artists, vocalists, horn players, guitars, keyboards and backed by a rock-steady rhythm section, The House of David Gang have headlined Rock, World Music, Caribbean and Reggae Festivals, made appearances on live to air radio and performed at Private, Fundraisers and Community events.

check out song: Toronto, Ontario
http://www.nufunk.ca/TorontoOntario.mp3

plus opening set by:

High Plains Drifter
www.highplainsdrifter.ca

High Plains Drifter is a Pan Canadian world beat ensemble, lead by multi-instrumentalist Jay Cleary, whose dynamic live performances are captivating audiences across Canada. Like imagery evoked by the mysterious quality of a traveling vagabond, High Plains Drifter is a collective of musicians traveling town to town bringing the energy of celebration to audiences everywhere.

Leaning towards original roots, jazz, funk and world music, The High Plains Drifter is a groove force that keeps dancehalls packed and bodies in constant motion. High Plains Drifter draws inspiration from artists as diverse as James Brown, Herbie Hancock and Femi Kuti. The group, known for their unpredictable stage show, has enjoyed collaborations with a number of Canadian musicians including members of The Jimmy Swift Band, Slowcoaster, Wassabi Collective, The Chameleon Project & Slammin’ Jack as well as young horn players, percussionists and turn-tablists.

Check out song “Salif”
http://www.nufunk.ca/Saliflive.mp3

For more info please contact: Jay Cleary
416-877-4075 / jay@360degreesartists.com
www.360degreesartists.com

Canadian Live Electronic Pioneers the NEW DEAL come home to the Mod Club after Japan tour and Red Rocks performance!

jaydawg420 — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:52:09 +0000

The New Deal
»www.thenewdeal.ca«
Big League Chu
www.bigleaguechu.com

Thursday, July 16th, 2009
Mod Club
722 College Street
»www.themodclub.com«

www.nufunk.ca

ONLINE TICKET LINK:
http://www.ticketweb.ca/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=1822894
FACEBOOK LINK:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=200021520693

Canadian Live Electronic Pioneers the NEW DEAL come home to the Mod Club after Japan tour and Red Rocks performance!

The NEW DEAL is to play Toronto’s Mod Club Theatre presented by Nufunk concerts on Thursday, July 16th, 2009, presented with local breakbeat DJ legend Big League Chu. The band, will also be headlining the Evolve Festival in Nova Scotia, an event which has recently been named by Outside Magazine as “one of the top 25 Outdoor Festivals in North America.”

Since the The New Deal’s beginning, their improvisational interpretation of House, Trance, Breakbeat and Drum’n'Bass has brought traditionally electronic music to the live music scene.The band now find themselves at the forefront of a new genre of music, dubbed “Live Electro”, and have risen to the top of the scene, playing to hundreds of thousands internationally.

The New Deal’s almost eleven-year career has produced nine records, spawned countless Live Electro bands, garnered numerous award nods and continues to inspire an ever-growing audience throughout North America who flock to their sold-out concerts.

Their upcoming hometown Toronto show marks a time in the NEW DEAL’s career where the their sound and showmanship have been taken to a new level. Drawing ever-increasing audiences filled with new faces, this band exemplifies the idea that grassroots popularity can be a truly satisfying slow-burn that never stops growing.

By the time of their Toronto event they will have just returned from their first tour of Japan, sold out shows in Chicago, New York, as well as played a key festival appearance at Red Rocks in Colorado. The band will continue with international touring through the summer and fall, and has plans to push the improvisational envelope with a new live album release in 2010.

the NEW DEAL @ Mod Club with guest Big League Chu

Thursday, July 16 2009 Doors @ 9PM
tix and info @ http://www.thenewdeal.com and http://www.nufunk.ca

Advance Tickets will be available at:

Slinky Music/Moog Audio (442 Queen St. W.)
Soundscapes (572 College St.)
Shanti Baba (546 Queen St. W.)
Play De Record (357A Yonge St.)
Rotate This (801 Queen St. W.)
or by calling 416-877-4075
http://www.nufunk.ca

The Jimmy Swift Band Ontario CD Release Tour: June 4-6

jaydawg420 — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:59:49 +0000

nufunk.ca presents…

THE JIMMY SWIFT BAND ONTARIO TOUR

www.thejimmyswiftband.com www.myspace.com/tjsb

With support from Halifax’s SCIENTISTS OF SOUND

www.myspace.com/loopingmadnessduo

Nufunk.ca presents…

Thursday, June 4, 2009 Hamilton – Casbah – 306 King Street W – www.casbahlounge.ca
$10 Adv. $15 at the door

Online tickets at www.casbahlounge.ca and www.nufunk.ca

Friday, June 5, 2009 – Toronto – Horseshoe Tavern – 370 Queen Street West – www.horseshoetavern.com

Doors 9PM Set Times 10:30 n 12:00PM

Online tickets at www.nufunk.ca and www.ticketweb.ca

Nufunk.ca & eclectic sound productions present…

Saturday, June 6, 2009 – Waterloo – Club Abstract – 667 King Street W – www.clubabstract.com
$12 Adv. $15 at the door

Online tickets at www.nufunk.ca and www.ticketweb.ca

The Jimmy Swift Band is: Craig Mercer – vocals/guitars, Aaron Collier – keyboards, Mike MacDougall – bass, Doug Cameron – drums

Contact: Jay Cleary: 416-877-4075 jay.cleary@gmail.com, Ian McRuer : 902-209-3038 ianmcruer@gmail.com

The Jimmy Swift Band’s sound is a fusion of the best in both rock and electronic music. The result is a original and stylistic sound that is uniquely their own. Their live show is a frenzy of sweat, blood, dancing, and thrashing – all to hypnotic rhythms and an unrelenting energy that is both addictive and unstoppable.

This June the JSB launch a new live album version of their earlier 2009 DVD release, JSB – Live At The Marquee. Initially available only during performance dates, this new album carries with it all of the excitement and energy that has become known, loved and expected of the JSB across Canada and beyond.

The band is currently in session recording their fourth studio album scheduled for release in the fall of 2009. For this project the band has embraced even further the electronic elements that have always been a big part of their live show’s popularity while holding strong to their love of dirty rock and roll – its Daft Punk on Jaggermeister – Iron Maiden on Ecstasy…

“The band and audience fed off of each other throughout the night making for many dramatic and climactic points. It was high-intensity and JSB never let their energy level drop. By the end of the show the crowd were throwing their arms in the air and you could tell by the dance moves that all inhibitions had been lost. The encore lasted for a half-hour and it was clear that JSB have live shows like no other.” (Exclaim Magazine review of Toronto performance at the Elmocambo – Feb 2009)

The Jimmy Swift Band is truly an anomaly within the music industry – a truly independent band that have forged their own path yet have made a living playing music. On stage their tireless energy has always been focused on the audience – on turning a Saturday night concert into an unforgettable experience. You will likely never see or hear anything like the Jimmy Swift Band anywhere else, and you will never walk away from another show feeling like you did the last time you saw the JSB.