Thursday, 8 October 2009
Friday, 2 October 2009
SCRATCH PRESENT : SKITZ AND RODNEY P!!!!! (SATURDAY 24TH OCT @ THE BIG CHILLHOUSE, KINGS CROSS, LONDON)
Scratch are proud to announce their October guests as Skitz and Rodney P!
http://www.myspace.com/daddyskitz
http://www.myspace.com/riddimkilla
Both have had a massive influence on the shape of Hip Hop in the UK and both have had a long musical relationship that has lasted more than a decade.
Rodney P began his mic skills more than 20 years ago as original member of the highly influential London Posse, who released Gansta Chronicles and which Hip Hop Connection described in 2007 as The Most Important UK Hip Hop Album of all time. The Lp featured classics such as How's Life in London?, Jump Around and Money Mad which still sound fresh today!
In 2001 Skitz released his groundbreaking 2001 LP Countryman with the infectious Dedication, starring Rodney, winning Best Single at the 2000 UK Hip Hop Awards, the following year Countryman then wins LP of the year!
In 2002 BBC 1xtra is born and Skitz and Rodney P are asked to present the flagship Hip Hop show, interviewing the likes of 50 Cent, Chuck D, Talib Kweli, Redman and Method Man. They also co-produce the first track to be played on the station which features Beverley Night and Blak Twang.
Fast forward to 2009 and Skitz is about to drop his second producer led album Sticksman and again Rodney features strongly on tracks such as the bass bubbler Left and the awesome Struggla that features Hip Hop superstar Kardinal Offishal. The LP also features the talented vocals of the likes of Dynamite MC, L Dot Man, Skibbadee, Buggsy, Masta Ace and Wordsworth!
Meanwhile Rodney P is working on his second solo LP, on his own Riddim Killa records, and recording and touring with the Dubpistols where he features on tracks such as the Stranglers cover of Peaches featuring Specials frontman Terry Hall.
So come down to Scratch @ The Big Chill House and witness for yourself these 2 Hip Hop legends from the UK doing what they do best, a live DJ set from Skitz hosted by Rodney P. You may even be lucky enough to catch a sneak, live preview of a couple of tracks from the forthcoming Sticksman LP too.
It's gonna be solid ! !
Tuesday, 29 September 2009
SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT
Our friends the EN4CERS are putting on a benefit fundraiser on Wednesday 7th October:
Grand Master Roc Raida: 1972 - 2009
OFFICIAL UK BENEFIT FUNDRAISER,
Hosted by
Tha En4cers (UK) in association with Vibe Bar
OFFICIAL UK BENEFIT FUNDRAISER,
Hosted by
Tha En4cers (UK) in association with Vibe Bar
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO RAIDA’S FAMILY
CLIK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Monday, 28 September 2009
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Saturday, 26 September 2009
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Thursday, 24 September 2009
J.PERIOD & MC K'NAAN - THE MESSENGERS FELA, MARLEY, DYLAN...
Aacclaimed DJ/Producer, J.Period, and rising Somali-born MC, K’NAAN, are pleased to announce a unique and powerful remix project, paying tribute to the lasting legacy of 3 of the worlds musical giants. Weaving afro-beat, reggae, ska, folk music and rock into this genre-bending musical experience, The Messengers stretches the boundaries of hip hop—and the mixtape genre itself. Remixing the classic work of Fela, Marley and Dylan, The Messengers captures thToday, August 18, 2009, acclaimed DJ/Producer, J.Period, and rising Somali-born MC, K’NAAN, are pleased to announce a unique and powerful remix project, paying tribute to the lasting legacy of these musical giants. Weaving afro-beat, reggae, ska, folk music and rock into this genre-bending musical experience, The Messengers stretches the boundaries of hip hop—and the mixtape genre itself. Remixing the classic work of Fela, Marley and Dylan, The Messengers captures the timelessness of their sounds and the continued urgency of their messages. The result, as fans have come to expect from J.Period, is like no mixtape you’ve ever heard. e timelessness of their sounds and the continued urgency of their messages. The result, as fans have come to expect from J.Period, is like no mixtape you’ve ever heard.
Check it out here....
Check it out here....
Monday, 21 September 2009
Thursday, 3 September 2009
SCRATCH PRESENT: DJ WOODY and host MC, TUKKA (SAT 26th SEPT 2009)
Scratch are proud to announce their next guest as former World ITF Champion DJ Woody
DJ Woody is one of Britains' most respected Scratch Dj’s.
Battle for battle Woody proved himself as the worlds most successful scratch dj of 2001 gaining more major titles than any of his contemporaries.
After taking both the UK ITF and UK Vestax titles, Woody went on to make history by becoming the first ever Brit to take the coveted World ITF (International Turntablist Federation) Championship title over in San Francisco. Not content with one World title, 2002 saw Woody become 2 times World Champion when he stormed the Vestax Extravaganza World finals beating off competition from 14 countries.
Woody’s success on the competition circuit can be put down to his obsessive quest for originality and creativity and as one of the few true innovators in todays scene he is credited for the invention of numerous ground breaking turntable techniques including his own internationally recognized scratch known as the ‘Woody’ or 'Woodpecker’ style and his revolutionary ‘double-tone arm’ technique.
DJ battle achievements include:
2001 Northern DMC Champion
2001 UK ITF Champion
2001 UK Vestax Champion
2001 World ITF Champion
2002 DMC UK Defending Champion
2002 UK Vestax Champion
2002 World Vestax Champion
Woody is also the official dj for the UK's longest running rap group Krispy and tour dj for Manchesters finest Broke N English. Having more than proved his point on the DJ battle scene and secured his reputation within the turntablist community he is now a regular fixture at European and World final dj competitions showcasing and judging.
http://www.myspace.com/woodymadera
Alongside Woody will be Scratch stalwart host Tukka, providing the night his unique energy on the Mic.
Also expect some sweet tunes from Scratch residents Matt Smooth, Lyley, Tomski and Richy Pitch!
SATURDAY AUGUST 22ND 2009
FREE BEFORE 10PM !!!!!! And only £5 AFTER
9pm - 3am
The Big Chill House
257-259 Pentonville Road
King’s Cross
London
N1 9NL
Tel: 020 7427 2540
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http://www.myspace.com/scratchlondon
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