5 Acts to Catch at Coachella
Today’s the big day when everyone heads to the desert to begin the festivities and prepares for the onslaught of live music we’re about to experience. This is my “Do Not Miss” list.
DJ Q&A: Flosstradamus
Chicago duo Flosstradamus has been well known in the DJ scene for more than eight years but through recent production efforts on labels such as Fools Gold and Mad Decent, their fan base is rapidly expanding. They debut a new live set in SF on Thursday, April 19 at Manor West.
King Most’s “1990 Now” Mix
Every first Friday at 330 Ritch hometown favorite King Most mixes nineties throwback hits that fill the dance floor. Enjoy his tunes in this mix while heading into the weekend and catch it live this Friday and Monday.
Q&A: DJ Quest
One of the original and most skilled turntablist DJs, DJ Quest has been mixing music and wowing crowds for over two decades. He performs April 5 at SOM. for a night of Miami Bass.
2012 Harmony Festival Cancelled
After 33 years of progressive lifestyle and music entertainment, Santa Rosa’s Harmony Festival will be taking a break in 2012.
Clockwork’s Big Room SF Debut
Getting his start with electronic music production in his own home, LA’s Clockwork quickly gained the attention of Steve Aoki and was signed to his Dim Mak record label. Now based in New York, Clockwork’s first Bay Area performance is this Thursday, March 29 at Manor West.
Best of E-40 Mix by DJ Matthew Africa
One of the most notable rappers from the Bay, E-40 has been providing the soundtrack to this area for over two decades. Local DJ and hip hop aficionado Matthew Africa recently compiled a bumping mix to showcase the dynamic rapper’s deep catalog.
Preview: All Good Funk Alliance at Mezzanine
The funky, hip hop style of All Good Funk Alliance keeps heads bobbing and feet dancing with retro rhythms and modern grooves. The band is currently on tour with Fort Knox Five and Thunderball and stops in SF at Mezzanine this Saturday, March 24.
St. Patrick’s Day Club Roundup
Nothing goes better with green drinks than dancing and singing along to high-spirited music in the name of the Irish celebration. Check out your options for celebrating Saturday, March 17’s St. Patrick’s Day holiday on the city’s dancefloors.
Skream & Benga at Regency Ballroom
As two of the first dubstep producers, Skream and Benga helped define the genre in London over 10 years ago. Currently producing and touring together after success with supergroup Magnetic Man, they perform at the Regency Ballroom Monday, March 19 on the first stop of their American tour.
Preview: Mr. Len @ Milk Bar
An influential player in 90s hip hop, Mr. Len was the founding member of Company Flow and later tried his hand at a solo career. This Saturday, March 10 catch him DJing at Milk Bar for DJ Stef’s throwback birthday dance party.
Preview: Nadastrom @ Manor West
As pioneers of moombahton, Nadastrom’s Dave Nada and Matt Nordstrom have seen no shortage of success this past year touring the world with Skrillex and continuously performing at festivals. They hit the decks at Manor West this Thursday, March 8 before headlining shows at SXSW and Winter Music Conference.
New Video: Gigamesh ft. Induce “When You’re Dancing”
The debut video from Minneapolis, Minnesota’s Gigamesh shows a fantasy club performance in his typical nu-disco indie dance style. He brings that upbeat, poppy vibe to the dancefloor at SOM on Friday, March 9 while spinning his large catalog of hits and remixes.
DJ Q&A: Ursula 1000
New York funk musician and DJ Ursula 1000 has been bending genres for years, adding elements of spy tunes, Latin disco and retro soundtracks to his albums and live DJ shows around the world.
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