Big tings in the works from the DMZ camp. I was talking to Coki when he was here in October about whether there was a likely Digital Mystikz album in the works. I was under strict instructions not to let on that he and Mala were working on a full length debut. Seems safe to let the cat out of the bag now. Trust me this is going to be good. Foundation style.
Mala has revealed details of Digital Mystikz‘ first release 2010, and it’s a big one.
Return II Space will be released on 3×12? vinyl in May. Given the catalogue number is DMZLP001, it’s safe to call it an album – though whether it’s by Mala alone or with Coki, his partner in Digital Mystikz, is uncertain. The cover art is pictured above.
No tracklist has been made available as yet, but it seems obvious that Mala’s track ‘Return to Space’ will feature.
As a label and production enterprise, DMZ has been quiet of late, its last official 12? release being Coki’s 2008 offering ‘Triple Six’ / ‘Road Rage’.
Mala hasn’t recorded anything for the label since 2007’s ‘Lean Forward’, choosing instead to focus his energies on his Deep Medi Musik label, which also has an album-length release on the way in the form of Deep Medi Musik Vol. 2, the imprint’s second CD compilation which compiles past singles by Mala, Quest, Silkie and more.
We’ll update you with a tracklist and any additional info as soon as we have it.
Stop moaning about this whole funkstep thing. Believe me, your crying over nothing its only music and furthermore my music is so cross-genre it can fit anywhere you or i like it. for the love of the music! Enjoy the mix!!!!
Catch Roska every Tuesday 11am - 1pm GMT on www.rinse.fm
A few friend’s have been deactivating their Facebook profiles lately. Facebook’s default settings have been switched so that blissfully unaware users will be sharing everything they post or upload with anyone, anywhere - including search engines. More people are signing up to Twitter every day and the number of ‘followers’ you have looks to be the future of Social Networking mojo. The big guns at Google are of course aware of all this. The new twitter-eque Google Buzz networking tool was switched on last month for the 176 million or so Gmail users worldwide. This has caused a stir up because accounts frequently emailed were automatically ‘followed’, followers can then be viewed by others in your Google ‘Public Profile’. This smelt a big fishy to me and not in keeping with Google’s ‘Don’t Be Evil‘ policy so I ‘unBuzzed’ today. For those asking “how do I unBuzz??” This article has some useful advice. Some related information and discussion on Social Networking’s magic ‘Dunbar Number’ here.
Beats People Movement* and Cassette Number Nine are proud to present..
DUBSTYLE SESSIONS
Cassette’s newest resident clubnight.. Bringing you the freshest sounds from the UK and beyond covering the bass heavy sounds of Dubstep, UK Funky and select Party Beats all on a premium Funktion One soundsystem..
With DJs
TOMMY FLOWERS
No stranger to a pair of turntables, Tommy Flowers is a London ex-pat who now dwells on Auckland’s West Coast. He keeps up to the minute with all the latest goings on in UK and Jamaican influenced music - as with his Friday Drive show selections on Base Fm expect to hear anything from Dubstep to UK Funky, Tropical to Dancehall and Jungle mixed in a rudeboy style.
VJ3000 Vs. ADAM
Stretching the ‘Up and Comer’ label just a little these guys have been stepping up to club systems for a wee while now. Playing nights like the Wheel, Low Rollers and Rise on the regular and with VJ recently blazing fire at Up Fm’s recent Solar Series event at Tahaki Reserve. These two mix mix top notch Dubstep selections that show an undeniable appreciation for good music. Check them out on Up Fm Thursdays 12 till 2pm.
TROPICAL KID
The multi dimensional Tropical Kid (aka Frosty Boy) will be bringing his eclectic mix of UK Funky, Tropical and Dubstep styles including his own productions all mixed up using Ableton Live for something truly unique.
AMIGA 500 Vs. NOON
Not much is known about this mysterious duo except they have an ear for exceptionally crafted bass music across the 120-140 bpm spectrum. That means Dubstep, Detroit influenced Dub Techno, UK Funky and wonky Future Beats all get a look in. For more of an insight check Boosh Fm on 4 till 6pm on Sundays.
DAPHT ONE
Dubstyle’s resident host MC Dapht One will be warming things up from 9pm. Expect to hear heavyweight Dubstep tunes mixed up with reggae influenced skankers, Grime and UK Funky riddims. Dapht hosts Dubstyle Radio every Tuesday 2 till 4pm on K Fm.
New film from my favorite NZ Director, Taika Waititi of Eagle Vs Shark and Two Cars One Night fame. His good mates Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clementare also the one’s responsible for Flight of the Conchords. The three of them first performed as part of a five-man group called So You’re a Man, in the mid-nineties. I saw Taika speak at the 2006 Semi Permanent conference in Auckland where he was by far the best speaker there, art, playwriting, script writing, acting, comedy, this guy can do it all. If you don’t know get to know!
Boy is released on March 25 in New Zealand. The year is 1984, and on the rural East Coast of New Zealand Thriller is changing kids lives. Inspired by the Oscar nominated Two Cars, One Night, BOY is the hilarious and heartfelt coming-of-age tale about heroes, magic and Michael Jackson.
BOY is a dreamer who loves Michael Jackson. He lives with his brother ROCKY, a tribe of deserted cousins and his Nan.
Boys other hero, his father, ALAMEIN, is the subject of Boys fantasies, and he imagines him as a deep sea diver, war hero and a close relation of Michael Jackson (he can even dance like him). In reality hes in the can for robbery. When Alamein returns home after 7 years away, Boy is forced to confront the man he thought he remembered, find his own potential and learn to get along without the hero he had been hoping for.
Starring Te Aho Eketone-Whitu, James Rolleston, Taika Waititi
Directed/Written by Taika Waititi (’Eagle Vs Shark’, TV’s ‘Flight of the Conchords’)
I saw these guys at the Airport (been doing a few airport missions lately) but forgot all about it on the day. My favourite skate team from back in the day, me and my skater buddies used to watch Mouse over and over. Anyway, some nice footage from this here you-tuber, ABC vid also linked and includes Mike Carrol’s kickflip over the box. Sweet as cuz.
