TAG: mix

Mar15

Friday Fresh 08 – Jayvi Velasco (Live at thePeople Party) Download Inside. (MP3)

These days it seems like everyone and their mama is some sort of DJ, but amongst the masses of party rockers, scratch enthusiasts, and bedroom hobbyists there are very few that possess a mastery of their craft.  Enter this evenings Friday Fresh recipient, Jayvi Velasco.

To go along with his status as a bonafide underground legend (Bay Area After-After Hours homies stand up!), Jayvi has held residencies all over California and has shared billings on both over and underground events with folks like Vikter Duplaix, Ron Carroll, Miguel Migs, Mark Farina, Jay-J, Gene Farris, David Harness, Simon, Jeno, and even George Clinton & The P-Funk All Stars.  

Known for a ‘smooth buttery style’ his sessions can almost be seen as lessons in music theory as he has been known to drop …

Jan18

Friday Fresh 01: King Most – Stay Inside (A New & Mellow Winter Mix) (MP3)

Welcome to the first edition of a weekly column new to URB, called Friday Fresh.  Each Friday, we will be featuring a mixtape or press drop for your weekend perusal.

Our inaugural edition comes to us from one of SFNY’s resident musical maestros, King Most.  His most recent mix-drop, entitled Stay Inside, is an inspired take that is reflective of the winter season.  A respite from the deluge of hip hop. disco, and EDM centric releases of the recent past, Stay Inside is akin to the space and time between breaths during the hustle and bustle of the day (and season).  The mix itself is perfect for taking that sojourn back into your crib and just chillin’ out rather than getting caught up in the craziness that the night life can …

Dec14

DJ Assal Releases New Club Mix

For all those looking for a new mix to get you through December, DJ and Rapper-Songwriter ASSAL has something fresh for your ears. Born in Germany and from a Persian background, ASSAL is that world class #veryrare chic tweaking your favorite genres with a global sound reminiscent of her upbringing. ASSAL and her music ignore traditional boundaries with her compositions combining elements of electronic, dance, alternative, hip hop and world music.  

Her eclectic background not only shows through in her music, but in her unique sense of style as well.  This jet setting partygoer and fashionite evokes global glamour, classic cool, and edginess all at once. What we’d like to call a “cultural cocktail.” Yes we just coined that. A tastemaker in her own right – her cutting edge style and genre-hopping have drawn comparisons to M.I.A or Santigold …

Nov17

International Solidarity | Fetish Authentic Welcomes Nickodemus, Nutritious & Wiseacre for a Special Thanksgiving Eve Benefit for Hurricane Sandy Relief in New York City (MP3)

Three of New York City’s most innovative and conscious DJs, Nickodemus (ESL / Turntables On The Hudson / Wonderwheel), Nutritious (Fetish Authentic / Brooklyn Shakedown) & Wiseacre (theLIFT / Sweet N Low), join forces Wednesday, November 21st for a very special Thanksgiving Eve Benefit for Hurricane Sandy Relief at Hotel on Rivington’s clandestine club Viktor & Spoils for Fetish Authenticproceeds to promote international solidarity and assist populations affected – from the Caribbean to USA.  Doors at 9:30 p.m. 105 Rivington Street. No cover.

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Oct19

Autobrennt Masquerade Tonight Featuring the Martinez Brothers (MP3)

Tonight at Hotel Rivington, Autobrennt takes over with a special masquerade event accompanied by some serious bumpin’ firepower. The Martinez Brothers will provide the sounds for the peak of the night, with Air Zaire opening. The event takes place early (8PM-1AM) with after-party information coming on the Autobrennt Twitter page. Otherwise, it’s $20. Considering what vibes the brothers are capable of, this is a can’t-miss event. Check out their mix for Time Out after the jump.

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