The Beat 94.5 “Hip Hop/DnB” Hosted by Emotionz
Coolio -
www.coolio.com Los Angeles
Well we wanted to bring some old school flavor to the party so we figured what better way than to dig up this old school party rocker to come out and remind us what parties used to be like back in the day. This Grammy Award Nominee has had numourus hits from “Gansta’s Paradise” to “Fantastic Voyage” and has started work on a new album which will feature members of the Bone Thugs and Cypress Hill to name a few. Get yo asses up front when this cat comes on cause he’s gonna take you back to the good ‘ol days!
Bad Company UK –
BCUK, Virus, Ram, Renegade Hardware -
UK
Silverwaters + Exert regretfully announce that J Majik will not be performing at Summer Breakz later this month due to circumstances beyond our contol. However, we have really outdone ourself with his replacement: appearing instead will be Bad Company UK. Legendary veterans of the DNB scene, this is the crew responsible for The Nine (voted #1 dnb tune of all-time by over 100,000 Drum n Bass Arena readers), essential albums "Inside The Machine, Digital Nation, Shot Down On Safari and the Book of the Bad series, and countless chart-topping singles. In addition to their own stellar output, they also run BC Presents, the premier label for the nasty, future funk sound sweeping through dnb dancefloors worldwide. Expect an intense performance rolling out the grimey-est dubs on the scene as Bad Company busts through a peak-time mainstage set - heavy business guaranteed!
Sweatshop Union –
Battle Axe Records, www.sweatshopunion.com -
Vancouver
Based out of Vancouver these guys tore the stage apart at last years show so we had to bring them back for another stunning performance. They have just released their highly anticipated third album “United we Fall.” Combining the raw enery of hip-hop, with conscious lyrics and the driving force of highly musical beats, these guys have created their own sound that has given them worldwide recognition. Come see one of the hypest new acts in hip hop showcased under the stars!
Red Events/Envy “House” Stage
John Howard -
Om, All World -
New York/ San Francisco
John Howard is back to show you why he is a Vancouver favorite. John has played at all the major music festivals around the world and is a resident for RED events here in Vancouver. Come witness another banging set of funky and tribal beats from the man himself.
Lawnchair Generals -
Amenti, Viva, Doubledown, Primal, All world -
Seattle
Since 2001 Peter and Carlos have been producing nothing but the highest level of house music there is to offer. Their performances further cement the strong impression left by the music they create. Vancouver is about to see why they are so well respected in the house music scene.
Tyson Guess -
Mareva Records, Cave Cybernation -
Arizona
Tyson is one of Arizona’s top house dj’s and holds down residencies at the top house nights in the city. We are glad to have him up here to lay down for us Arizona style. Look out Canada as this up and comer will rock out some funky house beats.
Union “Trance” Stage
Taucher –
Great Stuff -
Germany
Equipped with outstanding talent and skills, he knows how to lead party crowds through the night. His suspenseful DJ sets are more than intense and, after years of touring the globe, have gained him a worldwide fan base. After holding a residency with Sweet productions here in Vancouver years ago we thought it was time to bring him back to rock the dance floor one more time!
Graham Gold –
Kiss FM, Ministry Of Sound, Peach, Slinky, Relative Records -
U.K
Graham Gold is one of the true pioneers of Trance in the UK, just ask Ferry Corsten, Armin, Tiesto, Johan Gielan, Lange, Pulsar or Above and Beyond. There are very few DJ's in the scene that command total respect from other DJ's and indeed the entire dance music industry. Come see this former Exert Productions resident as he graces the decks and shows you why his is so well respected.
AGRO “Break” Stage - Hosted by Mc Sweat
Friendly –
FAT!, TCR -
UK
Friendly is a breaks producer and DJ originally from Australia, but now holds down the breaks scene in East London. With world class production, a keen eye for dance floor sensibilities, and a knack for naming his tunes after shady sexual references this funked out electro party rocker is going lay it down for his first Canadian appearance!
Dig Dug –
USC -
Seattle
What can be said about this guy. Easily one of Vancouver's favorite DJ's,
Doug is back to lay down a killer set of breakbeats. If you have yet to see
him, make sure you don't miss out cause his skill behind the decks is second
to none!
www.summerbreak.ca
Aug 19, 05
