FULL MOON UPDATE:
Remember to tune into Full Moon next Tuesday, April 29, 2003! Our next show after that will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2003. Remember to mark it down in your calendars to listen to the best in new East Asian grooves!
As always, the show is on from 10pm - after 11pm EST on CKLN 88.1 FM. Click here to listen live Online! Send your requests to: fullmoonshow@gmail.com.
WEBSITE UPDATE:
The new website is going well, and is in design & construction stage right now. Hopefully it will be online by June at the latest!
Tuesday, April 22, 2003
SANFRANDISCO/FULL MOON @ 360 CLUB!
On Friday, May 2nd, as part of the Mayworks festival, you'll have a rare chance to hear SANFRANDISCO spin a set of FULL MOON classics! Japanese/Korean/East Asian R&B, Hip-Hop, House and Pop grooves will be played alongside some current club favourites. Plus you'll be able to see many great new Asian performers, including jp sunga and Masia One! To attend, it's best to purchase tickets in advance. Here are the details!:
Take This Job and Funk It!
Friday May 2 8pm $6 - $10 s/s
The 360, 326 Queen St. W. just east of Spadina Ave. W/A
Take this Job and Funk It is a high-octane Asian Youth Cabaret with performances by poets, spoken-word artists, rappers, comedians, and musicians on labour issues, anti-globalization, and the celebration of Asian Heritage Month. The stand-up line-up includes: hip hop poet Dean Raphael Rhyman; poet Lean Lee; Much VIBE hip hop feature Masia One; Mayworks alumni Maewon; big boots contributing editor Sou Thammavongsa; comic Kironmoy Datta; knock-you-out Lal; beat box throw-down Jugular and jp Sunga; VOX host Shane Azam; and soulful Gurpreet Channa.
Post-performance party features the sweet sounds of East, Southeast and South Asian music spun by Sanfrandisco, DJ Malika Shara and I Am Robot and Proud. Come and funk it up and party for the cause in celebration of Asian Heritage with MCs Mariko Tamaki and Oporajito Bhattacharjee. This an age of majority event; ID is required.
Advance tickets are available at:
Toronto Women's Bookstore: 73 Harbord St. 416.922.8744
Timothy's World Coffee: 500 Church Street south of Wellesley 416. 925. 8550
Proudly co-presented with the Monkey King Collective of the Chinese Canadian National Council Toronto Chapter (CCNCTO) and the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA), and sponsored by the Asian Canadian Labour Alliance.
On Friday, May 2nd, as part of the Mayworks festival, you'll have a rare chance to hear SANFRANDISCO spin a set of FULL MOON classics! Japanese/Korean/East Asian R&B, Hip-Hop, House and Pop grooves will be played alongside some current club favourites. Plus you'll be able to see many great new Asian performers, including jp sunga and Masia One! To attend, it's best to purchase tickets in advance. Here are the details!:
Take This Job and Funk It!
Friday May 2 8pm $6 - $10 s/s
The 360, 326 Queen St. W. just east of Spadina Ave. W/A
Take this Job and Funk It is a high-octane Asian Youth Cabaret with performances by poets, spoken-word artists, rappers, comedians, and musicians on labour issues, anti-globalization, and the celebration of Asian Heritage Month. The stand-up line-up includes: hip hop poet Dean Raphael Rhyman; poet Lean Lee; Much VIBE hip hop feature Masia One; Mayworks alumni Maewon; big boots contributing editor Sou Thammavongsa; comic Kironmoy Datta; knock-you-out Lal; beat box throw-down Jugular and jp Sunga; VOX host Shane Azam; and soulful Gurpreet Channa.
Post-performance party features the sweet sounds of East, Southeast and South Asian music spun by Sanfrandisco, DJ Malika Shara and I Am Robot and Proud. Come and funk it up and party for the cause in celebration of Asian Heritage with MCs Mariko Tamaki and Oporajito Bhattacharjee. This an age of majority event; ID is required.
Advance tickets are available at:
Toronto Women's Bookstore: 73 Harbord St. 416.922.8744
Timothy's World Coffee: 500 Church Street south of Wellesley 416. 925. 8550
Proudly co-presented with the Monkey King Collective of the Chinese Canadian National Council Toronto Chapter (CCNCTO) and the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA), and sponsored by the Asian Canadian Labour Alliance.
SANFRANDISCO CHOICE CUTS APRIL 03:
Bob Sinclar - The Beat Goes On - Vendetta 12"
This rare Italian 12" collects the best remixes of Bob's smash dancefloor hit into one nice package. The Defected UK release had the remixes spread over 3 separate 12" singles, while this one only has the best mixes.
There's the electro disco of Bob's Original Mix; Junior Jack drops another trippy remix similar to his rework of "Shake It Baby" by DJD, and Roger Sanchez turns the track into a funky chunky tribal affair. Look out for mixes of the new single "Kiss My Eyes" soon to be in stores.
Craig David - Rise and Fall - Wildstar 12"
The original mix of this track featured Sting, who is nowhere to be heard on this remix package. On the A side, Kings of Soul turn out a mix quite appropriate for their name. It's sweet soulful House, though to me it's not that interesting. The B-Side features MJ Cole's mix, which is a wicked 4x4 Bumpy UK Garage style. Cut up vocals, guitar stabs and an MC help make this a perfect mix, which is my choice for the dancefloor.
Planet Funk - Who Said (Stuck In The UK) - Bustin' Loose 12"
Who Said is the latest single from this Anglo/Italo band, and it's a mashup between Rock and House. Both versions are wicked, with the irresistably catchy Album Version plus a re-rub from Moguai on the flip. Interesting enough, instead of a driving Trancer, Moguai decided to keep the original vibe and just pump up the groove while playing around with the vocals. I like this one a lot...Hopefully we'll see the Full-Length album from Planet Funk surface on our shores.
Frances Nero vs. K-Klass - Footsteps - SuSu 12" Test Pressing
Oh, how I live for songs like this! K-Klass turn this Frances Nero soul jam into a full-fledged disco track! Luscious strings, guitars and drums combine with her vocals to make a true Nu-Disco gem. I've been trying to find a copy of this with the full vocals ever since SuSu put out their sampler 2 x 12", and I'm grateful to have finally found it! Although this might not be for everyone, it's a Sanfrandisco classic!
Bob Sinclar - The Beat Goes On - Vendetta 12"
This rare Italian 12" collects the best remixes of Bob's smash dancefloor hit into one nice package. The Defected UK release had the remixes spread over 3 separate 12" singles, while this one only has the best mixes.
There's the electro disco of Bob's Original Mix; Junior Jack drops another trippy remix similar to his rework of "Shake It Baby" by DJD, and Roger Sanchez turns the track into a funky chunky tribal affair. Look out for mixes of the new single "Kiss My Eyes" soon to be in stores.
Craig David - Rise and Fall - Wildstar 12"
The original mix of this track featured Sting, who is nowhere to be heard on this remix package. On the A side, Kings of Soul turn out a mix quite appropriate for their name. It's sweet soulful House, though to me it's not that interesting. The B-Side features MJ Cole's mix, which is a wicked 4x4 Bumpy UK Garage style. Cut up vocals, guitar stabs and an MC help make this a perfect mix, which is my choice for the dancefloor.
Planet Funk - Who Said (Stuck In The UK) - Bustin' Loose 12"
Who Said is the latest single from this Anglo/Italo band, and it's a mashup between Rock and House. Both versions are wicked, with the irresistably catchy Album Version plus a re-rub from Moguai on the flip. Interesting enough, instead of a driving Trancer, Moguai decided to keep the original vibe and just pump up the groove while playing around with the vocals. I like this one a lot...Hopefully we'll see the Full-Length album from Planet Funk surface on our shores.
Frances Nero vs. K-Klass - Footsteps - SuSu 12" Test Pressing
Oh, how I live for songs like this! K-Klass turn this Frances Nero soul jam into a full-fledged disco track! Luscious strings, guitars and drums combine with her vocals to make a true Nu-Disco gem. I've been trying to find a copy of this with the full vocals ever since SuSu put out their sampler 2 x 12", and I'm grateful to have finally found it! Although this might not be for everyone, it's a Sanfrandisco classic!
Tuesday, March 25, 2003
SANFRANDISCO CHOICE CUTS MARCH 03:
Bini & Martini feat. Su'Su Bobien - Say Yes - Azuli
My favourite Italian remix duo return on the scene with this twisted disco monster! After a bunch of Prog-styled remixes which weren't too much to my liking, "Say Yes" is a return to their more dancefloor-friendly style but with a tweaked-out twist. Su Su Bobien (from "You Don't Know" fame) provides
the uplifting vocals while the music gets funky and squelchy at the same time...word has it this will be a WMC smash, but it's already a classic in
my books. Say Yes to Bini & Martini, and pick this 12" asap!! As an aside, is it just me, or is Azuli getting cheap with their packaging?! This release was just a sticker stuck on top of an inner sleeve!! What happened to record jackets?? And why is the Goodfellas "All Night" release missing from the Azuli catalogue??
MJ Cole - Wondering Why - Talkin' Loud 12"
OH OH OH! It's the new single from Mr. MJ Cole!!! Do I really have to say any more? Well, okay I'll say a few words about it. The 1st 12" single has
the album mix with Vula, funky 4x4 Garage-House; a downtempo remix that was a bit on the dull side and a smashing Intalex remix on the D'n'B tip.
However, I decided to skip this record and picked up 12" number 2, which has the deadly Zero Three Dub from MJ and a delicious House remix from Grant Nelson. This is another essential crate selection for all the garage/house heads out there.
Lady Alma - Lift Your Voices - 83 West 12"
This soulful track is produced by Toronto's Peter & Tyrone. It's a sweet number with a very soulful vocal from Philly's Lady Alma Horton. Besides the
full vocal on the A-side, there is also a Dub and Padapella for the more creative DJ's.
Ann Nesby - Let Your Will Be Done - Silk Entertainment 2 x 12"
Originally released last year with more Dance-oriented remixes, "Let Your Will Be Done" is now issued on Steve Silk Hurley's label, as part of the
Voices of Life album. This double pack features two Soulful remixes from Steve Silk Hurley and a remix from Louis Benedetti of SoulShine Records. All the mixes are quite nice, though I prefer Louis' mix the most.
Royksopp - Eple - Wall of Sound 12"
You should all know this song by now...along with the fabulous album version, you get a tripped-out electronic rework from Black Strobe and a
nicely funked up affair from Boris Dlugosch and Michi Lange. A second 12" is also available with Fatboy Slim and Shakedown remixes.
Everything But The Girl - Corcovado - Virgin 12" Promo
EBTG give us their take on the classic Bossa Nova track. Knee Deep step in on remix duties with another one of their stomping grooves, a la "Pasilda". Ben Watt re-edits the Knee Deep remix and has Tracey re-sing the vocals on his take of the song. Another surefire hit!
Next Evidence feat. N'Dea Davenport - Morning Breeze - Capitol France 12"
One of my favourite vocalists, N'Dea (from the Brand New Heavies) appears on this latest release from French Hipsters Next Evidence. Morning Breeze is a cool soul jam in its original form, reminding me of the Acid Jazz sound of the early 90's. NE themselves provide a disco dub mix, but it's Dimitri From Paris who delivers the goods. He discofies the track in his new "Disco Blend", taking you to the dancefloor and never letting up for air.
Essential.
Masters At Work present A Tribute To Fela - MAW Expensive (Dimitri from Paris Re-Edit) - MAW Records 12"
The title above says it all, with Dimi providing a more four on the floor version of this Dancefloor staple. A deeper-styled mix is on the B-side.
More reviews to come!
Bini & Martini feat. Su'Su Bobien - Say Yes - Azuli
My favourite Italian remix duo return on the scene with this twisted disco monster! After a bunch of Prog-styled remixes which weren't too much to my liking, "Say Yes" is a return to their more dancefloor-friendly style but with a tweaked-out twist. Su Su Bobien (from "You Don't Know" fame) provides
the uplifting vocals while the music gets funky and squelchy at the same time...word has it this will be a WMC smash, but it's already a classic in
my books. Say Yes to Bini & Martini, and pick this 12" asap!! As an aside, is it just me, or is Azuli getting cheap with their packaging?! This release was just a sticker stuck on top of an inner sleeve!! What happened to record jackets?? And why is the Goodfellas "All Night" release missing from the Azuli catalogue??
MJ Cole - Wondering Why - Talkin' Loud 12"
OH OH OH! It's the new single from Mr. MJ Cole!!! Do I really have to say any more? Well, okay I'll say a few words about it. The 1st 12" single has
the album mix with Vula, funky 4x4 Garage-House; a downtempo remix that was a bit on the dull side and a smashing Intalex remix on the D'n'B tip.
However, I decided to skip this record and picked up 12" number 2, which has the deadly Zero Three Dub from MJ and a delicious House remix from Grant Nelson. This is another essential crate selection for all the garage/house heads out there.
Lady Alma - Lift Your Voices - 83 West 12"
This soulful track is produced by Toronto's Peter & Tyrone. It's a sweet number with a very soulful vocal from Philly's Lady Alma Horton. Besides the
full vocal on the A-side, there is also a Dub and Padapella for the more creative DJ's.
Ann Nesby - Let Your Will Be Done - Silk Entertainment 2 x 12"
Originally released last year with more Dance-oriented remixes, "Let Your Will Be Done" is now issued on Steve Silk Hurley's label, as part of the
Voices of Life album. This double pack features two Soulful remixes from Steve Silk Hurley and a remix from Louis Benedetti of SoulShine Records. All the mixes are quite nice, though I prefer Louis' mix the most.
Royksopp - Eple - Wall of Sound 12"
You should all know this song by now...along with the fabulous album version, you get a tripped-out electronic rework from Black Strobe and a
nicely funked up affair from Boris Dlugosch and Michi Lange. A second 12" is also available with Fatboy Slim and Shakedown remixes.
Everything But The Girl - Corcovado - Virgin 12" Promo
EBTG give us their take on the classic Bossa Nova track. Knee Deep step in on remix duties with another one of their stomping grooves, a la "Pasilda". Ben Watt re-edits the Knee Deep remix and has Tracey re-sing the vocals on his take of the song. Another surefire hit!
Next Evidence feat. N'Dea Davenport - Morning Breeze - Capitol France 12"
One of my favourite vocalists, N'Dea (from the Brand New Heavies) appears on this latest release from French Hipsters Next Evidence. Morning Breeze is a cool soul jam in its original form, reminding me of the Acid Jazz sound of the early 90's. NE themselves provide a disco dub mix, but it's Dimitri From Paris who delivers the goods. He discofies the track in his new "Disco Blend", taking you to the dancefloor and never letting up for air.
Essential.
Masters At Work present A Tribute To Fela - MAW Expensive (Dimitri from Paris Re-Edit) - MAW Records 12"
The title above says it all, with Dimi providing a more four on the floor version of this Dancefloor staple. A deeper-styled mix is on the B-side.
More reviews to come!
Monday, February 17, 2003
SANFRANDISCO & BAMBOODA.CA:
Please visit BAMBOODA.CA, where you can now check out some Asian music reviews from Yours Truly! Bambooda is a new web magazine with a funky Asian focus. As it's a virtual magazine, you can download it all in PDF form and read it on your computer, or print it out on a hard copy!
Please visit BAMBOODA.CA, where you can now check out some Asian music reviews from Yours Truly! Bambooda is a new web magazine with a funky Asian focus. As it's a virtual magazine, you can download it all in PDF form and read it on your computer, or print it out on a hard copy!
