Obscure - Dance Music in New Zealand

Mi Casa Su Casa (Win 42Below!)

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 23:00:00 +1000

Your free monthly invitation to the world of house music.

DJs: B-Lo, Amy Jean, Jamie Christer, Vernon, Bastian, VJ Wanderer

Sat 26 May - Bettys - Wellington

This quality night happens on the last Saturday of every month and is always FREE!Last month was outrageously good thanks to all who came and rocked the d-floor.This month we're bringing you a wonderful line-up of Wellys' finest house DJs.Win a 42Below VIP Experience:Thanks to 42BELOW we're giving away a special VIP experience every month. You could win a reserved table at Mi Casa Su Casa for you plus your crew, and the Bettys team will look after y'all with table service and drinks provided wohoo!Visit our Facebook event listing for entry details:http://www.facebook.com/events/304372429648196/'...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'...'...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'... '...'...Special thanks to the great people at 42BELOW who help make this party happen.See you on the dancefloor :)http://www.bettys.net.nz/http://www.42below.com/

Lead Events & Jinro present DENNIS SHEPERD (GERMANY)

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:00:00 +1000

For the very first time on New Zealand soil.

DJs: Dennis Sheperd (Germany), Mark Emerson, Tom McGuinness, Darren Knight, Deepan, Chris Em, Adil, Rama Dhonanto

Sat 19 May - 4:20 - Auckland

He has remixed tracks for Tiesto, Armin van Buuren, Above & Beyond and Gareth Emery. He has been dubbed 'Germany's most promising newcomer'¦' by kings of electronica, Kyau & Albert. His track 'Fallen Angel' with Cold Blue, featuring talented vocalist Ana Criado, enjoyed chart-topping success on Beatport and was one of the biggest club anthems of 2011. His recent work with Markus Schulz on 'Go', delivering blistering leads and pounding beats, was finally unveiled to the world during a live broadcast of the 'A State of Trance 550' extravaganza in Kiev.Today, Lead Events is excited to announce, for the very first time in New Zealand'¦ DENNIS SHEPERD (Euphonic Records '" Germany).Since his debut in 2007, Dennis Sheperd has become a recognised and reputable name in the world of dance music. Well known on the German clubbing circuit, Dennis has spent the last few years amassing a loyal and devoted following. Now, with an impressive and extensive catalogue of original productions and remixes to his name, along with a successful artist album, 'A Tribute to Life', Dennis is, as described by Gareth Emery, a 'hot name to watch for the future'.<strong>V.I.P</strong>Lead Events will be giving 50 lucky V.I.P ticket holders the opportunity to get to know Dennis during an exclusive pre-event soirÃ©e, with a 9pm warm-up set from the man himself. Enjoy Jinro cocktails, have photos taken with Dennis and get your hands on some great merchandise. Plus enjoy the Jinro V.I.P area all night with your V.I.P Lanyard.V.I.P from 8pm at 4:20 Venue.This exclusive pre-event affair with Dennis Sheperd is strictly limited to only 50 V.I.P Tickets. Don't miss out!<strong>TICKETS ON SALE NOW</strong>iTicket: http://bit.ly/dennisexpress1-Night.co.nz: http://bit.ly/dennisnightJoin Dennis and the Lead Events crew for one show only, in an intimate club setting at 4:20 Venue, K'Rd, on 19 May 2012. Strictly an R18 event. Doors open 10pm.Special Thanks:Jinro Soju, Pioneer DJ, Biggie.co.nz, 1-Night.co.nz, iTicket.co.nz, Snapstarlive.com, Locknloadpaintball.co.nz, Euphonic Records & George FM

OLIE BASSWEIGHT | NZ MUSIC MONTH TOUR 2012

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:00:00 +1000

Olie Bassweight's 2012 Music Month Tour

DJs: Olie Bassweight

Fri 18 May - Rising Sun - Auckland

OLIE BASSWEIGHT continues to tirelessly forward the dubstep sound inNew Zealand as a producer, DJ, label boss and promoter - living andbreathing bass music for the best part of a decade.Heavily involved in dubstep since the birth of the NZ scene in 2006(after several years DJing drum and bass), OLIE BASSWEIGHT has workedto foster local talent (recently establishing the DubClash nationaldubstep DJ competition) as well as being responsible, solely or incollaboration, for bringing top-tier international artists to NewZealand and Australia including: Scuba, Distance, The Bug, Antiserum,Datsik, Bass Nectar, Mala and Coki and more.An experienced DJ, known for his tight mixing and flowing sets, OLIEBASSWEIGHT is also a prolific creator of electronic music (a passionsparked in his childhood following a chance encounter with techno, andfurther fueled with the purchase of his first drum machine at the ageof 14). As a producer, OLIE BASSWEIGHT's music comes from the heartand conjures images of the Aotearoan landscape - a geomusicalogicalsymbiosis forged through attending and playing at many outdoorfestivals located throughout the beautiful South Island of NewZealand. While happily at home tearing down venues throughout NewZealand and Australia, it is in an outdoor setting that OLIEBASSWEIGHT's music and djing really coalesce and take on a newvibrancy. A deep connection through bass into the earth itself,unfettered by the walls and man-made structures of Babylon.OLIE BASSWEIGHT has released his own productions on a number ofrespected labels including: Section 8, Rottun, Convoy Ultd, Eight:fx,Gamma Audio, Betamorph, Empathy, Optimus Gryme, Monkey Dub and ofcourse his own imprint - Bassweight Recordings.Bassweight Recordings was the first dubstep label in the South Pacificregion, spearheaded by Olie in an effort to provide an outlet for thetalent rapidly springing forth on on the rising wave of dubstep. Sinceits inception in 2006, Bassweight Recordings has gone from strength tostrength. Now 16 releases deep, the roster boasts many wellestablished and up-and-coming artists from New Zealand and abroad. PVans, Detail, Organikismness, Helixr and Perverse are just a few ofthe names to grace the Bassweight Recordings discography.2012 is set to be a big year for OLIE BASSWEIGHT with a forthcomingsolo album in the works. Keep your ear cocked for his sound coming toa town, field or forest festival near you!'± 10 MAY | WELLINGTON @ SandwichesOb Fuscate - Faction - Scott Detail - Taniwha bassline - Thief'± 11 MAY | DUNEDIN @ Copa BarEspionage & Aural Tendencies'± 12 MAY | INVERCARGILL @ The MillMad Hatter mc & genral janus, Dj Krank, Sound boy tom, Narnia business, Vampsin, Dj Blenda & Balzyhttp://www.facebook.com/events/326419014078927/'±; 18 MAY | AUCKLAND @ Rising Sun (with Perverse & Tallan)http://www.facebook.com/events/397438320275258/?ref=ts'±; 24 MAY | TAKAKA @ Roots Bar'± 25 MAY | NELSON @ ElsewhereNemesis, DMG MC & More tbaThanks to: The New Zealand Music Commission, Glu Clothing, Sandwiches, Copa, Infinty FM, Rising Sun, Redshift One, System Promotions, Obscure, Delicious Music, Bassweight Recordings, Miso ManagmentLinks:http://www.facebook.com/Oliebassweighthttp://soundcloud.com/evilnz/trackshttps://www.facebook.com/bassweightrecordings

The Nudge

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 21:00:00 +1000

Like the hurricanes in Texas, The Nudge are heading south for a whirlwind tour.

Bands: The Nudge, Vauxhall

Fri 18 May - The National - Dunedin

Like the hurricanes in Texas, The Nudge are heading south for a whirlwind tour. Blustering in from the North, they will bring their low pressure, high energy, tonal typhoon, firstly to The National in Dunedin on Friday the 18th of May, then to The Wunderbar in Lyttelton on the 19th. Batten down the hatches as the isobars of sound pressure compress to create explosive beats, window rattling bass, and a tornado of psychedelic melodious music. Prepare to have your mind blown and be left to wallow in the waft of the aftermath. The Nudge,Presented by Radio 1with support from Vauxhall (featuring Matt Langley, members of knives at noon)Live @ The NationalDunedinFriday 18th May$20, $15 with Radio 1 cardTickets from Modaks

The Thomas Oliver Band, One of These Days

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:00:00 +1000

The Thomas Oliver Band return to Auckland for One Show Only

Bands: The Thomas Oliver Band, Louis Baker

Fri 18 May - Kings Arms - Auckland

To celebrate the release of their single One of These Days, The Thomas Oliver Band are returning to the The Kings Arms, Auckland on Friday 18 May with support from Louis Baker.The release of One of These Days, the fourth single from their debut number one selling album Baby, I'll Play, follows on from the band's recent success; taking out the iTunes Best New Zealand Blues and Roots Album and the #1 Top CD seller on Amplifier.co.nz for 2011.After a successful Summer on the road playing many of New Zealand's festival hotspots and supporting Australia rock legends Cold Chisel, The Thomas Oliver Band can't wait to play in Auckland again.FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2012THE KINGS ARMS59 FRANCE STREETNEWTON, AUCKLANDTICKETS FROM 1-NIGHT.CO.NZ, Real Groovy, Cosmic$20 General Admission$25 Door Saleshttp://www.thethomasoliverband.comwww.facebook.com/thethomasoliverband

Lapalux (UK) and oOoOO (USA) - Wellington

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 21:00:00 +1000

Ex.D and Girl Trouble present an Exclusive NZ Show

Bands: Lapalux, oOoOO, Forest Spirits, Nat Wlkr

Thu 17 May - Mighty Mighty - Wellington

Ex.D and Girl Trouble present:Lapalux and oOoOO '" EXCLUSIVE NZ SHOW- Mighty Mighty, Wellington, Thursday 17th MayEx.D and Girl Trouble bring you two leading lights of electronic music in 2012 for an exclusive show at Mighty Mighty in Wellington on the 17th May. Lapalux (UK) and oOoOO (US) make music that while remaining determinedly avant-garde, also successfully incorporates elements of contemporary pop and r&b. Both artists will perform live for the first time in New Zealand.Lapalux is Stuart Howard, signed to hip Los Angeles label Brainfeeder, home to Flying Lotus, Gaslamp Killer and Ras G, and this Essex based producer provides the same skewed and chopped melodic trickery as his label mates. Influential US website XLR8R rated his recent EP 8/10, Glenn Jackson saying that, 'from a production standpoint, When You're Gone is a simply stunning effort'.oOoOO is San Francisco based Chris Dexter Greenspan, whose name and label Tri-Angle have become closely associated with the genre 'witch-house'. Home to How to Dress Well, Holy Other, and Balam Acab, Tri-Angle have become darlings of the media with a range of distinctive and celebrated releases. oOoOO, pronounced 'OH', drops his highly anticipated new EP 'Our Loving Is Hurting Us' on April 30th.Tickets are available from Good as Gold, Rough Peel Music, and MAWSA.Pre-sales: $15 + bf

OLIE BASSWEIGHT | NZ MUSIC MONTH TOUR 2012

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:00:00 +1000

Olie Bassweight's 2012 Music Month Tour

DJs: Olie Bassweight

Sat 12 May - The Mill - Invercargill

Cornerstone Roots HI-Fi (DJ set), Tui Soundsystem & Jamin I

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:00:00 +1000

One massive night of Root 'n' Culture, Steppers & Dance Hall

DJs: Cornerstone Roots Hi-Fi (DJ set), Tui Sound System and Jamin I

Sat 12 May - Flow - Hamilton

Join Cornerstone Roots Hi-Fi (DJ set), Tui Sound System & Jamin I for one massive night of roots 'n' culture, steppers & dance hall. This is going to be one night not to miss...

Tommy Ill Release Party with Bang Bang Eche Spring Break & more!

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:00:00 +1000

We're having a 'New Hat And A Haircut Party'! Featuring us (Tommy Ill), Bang Bang Eche, Spring Break, Wilberforces, DJ Andrew Tidball and guests!

DJs: Andrew Tidball and guests

Bands: Tommy Ill, Bang Bang Eche, Spring Break, Wilberforces, DJ Andrew Tidball & guests

Sat 12 May - Kings Arms - Auckland

Thanks to Agwa, BurgerFuel & 95bFM.We're having a 'New Hat And A Haircut Party'!Featuring us (Tommy Ill), Bang Bang Eche, Spring Break, Wilberforces, DJ Andrew Tidball & guests!Released on April 2, 2012 New Hat And A Haircut marked his first release on EMI and features the singles 'Birdbath' and 'Living Dead'.Check out Tommy Ill's appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzTI79L6QMg

OLIE BASSWEIGHT | NZ MUSIC MONTH TOUR 2012

Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:00:00 +1000

Olie Bassweight's 2012 Music Month Tour

DJs: Olie Bassweight

Fri 11 May - Copa - Dunedin

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Obscure.co.nz — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 04:52:25 +1000

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Sacred Hill Festival 19th Feb 2011

Obscure.co.nz — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:52:00 +1100

When I heard the line up for the inaugural Sacred Hill festival it took me a few moments to realise my jaw was still hanging wide open. I immediately started making arrangements and my Amanda Palmer ticket was soon listed as up for grabs. Sorry Amanda, but there was no question of missing this perfect package of Aotearoa's musical repertoire: Kora, Ladi6, The Black Seeds and Shapeshifter, all on a vineyard in Hawke's Bay. After a slight delay (by a gold mine of an op shop in Pukehou) we were back on track to musical bliss. It was a sad moment when we realised our diversion came at the expense of the soulful diva miss Ladi6 who had just left the stage when we arrived.Disappointment was fleeting as The Black Seeds instantly captivated with favourites 'Something So True' and 'Cool Me Down', a fitting piece on a sweet summer afternoon. Explosion occurred when the nine piece band busted into an epic version of 'Fire'. Mike Faboulous's nine year old son, Sai - when he wasn't looking shy - was kicking up a storm on stage rockin' the tambourine. He told me later that was his favourite part. I think we might be seeing more of that kid.. Sunshine Soundsystem kept the beat fierce between sets with seamlessly woven tracks keeping us on our toes. Not a moment late, Kora was front and centre and straight into their quintessential deep and rhythmic riffs and melodies. Dropping new tracks amongst old faithfuls gave us a sample of what the band has been up to off stage. Recently back from overseas, they got a warm welcome home; fans threw energy out which Kora graciously received, swirled up with lyrical flair, and gave it back. Hips were swaying atop shoulders against a backdrop of lush green hills on a beautiful sunny Saturday. The extended intro of 'On My Mind' had hundreds of voices echoing up the valley and a mass of dancing. 'I hope the grapes benefit from these vibes' P Digsss commented later. Laughton Kora took a moment to introduce the whole band but yet never introduced himself. I guess he figured everyone already knew who he was; and we do. Of course we do. A well chosen 'Flow' was the final track, finishing the set with a deafening drum solo and drumsticks flying into the crowd. How truly Rock and Roll. Downtown Brown stepped in and played some amazing tunes. It truly was a day of consistent incredible music, exactly what I had anticipated. A surge of people started pushing past us, eager to get closer to the stage, at which point my mate turned to me and said, 'Who's on next?' with a beautiful tinge of sarcasm. The air was thick with excitement for the guys who had brought this whole festival together. I found it curious that Shapeshifter has only ever played three shows in the Hawke's Bay and yet P Digsss hails from Flaxmere'¦ I hoped to get a moment to ask him about that after the show. When they started into a rendition of Jill Scott's 'A Long Walk' and my head confirmed what my ears were hearing, I nearly dropped with weak knees. It was astounding. Ladi 6 then appeared centre stage, looking radiant in a cute red dress and proceeded to fill the speakers with her throaty, sweet vocals - a full moon rising high in front of her. There was something lovely in the air and everyone was feeling it, and contributing to it. Shapeshifter was creating it as instruments were intricately woven into their rhythmic sounds of drum and bass. Emotion was high when they cracked out 'One'; feet and bodies stepping and grooving, ears crooning for 'If you e-ver fall, I will be a-round'. I decided that after their two hour set of energizing presence and musical pleasure P Digsss probably didn't need me bothering him about how he felt being back in Hawke's Bay. He must have read my mind cause his parting words were my answer: 'It's good to be home.'Words By Christina BellisPhotos By Dominika Zielinskahttp://www.dominikazielinska.comThanks To http://www.sacredhillfestival.co.nz/

Empathy Recordings - Skydive [EMPD020]

Obscure.co.nz — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:53:00 +1100

[EMPD020] - SKYDIVE feat. William Breakspear, K+Lab, Timmy Schumacher& Aural Trashwebsite - http://www.empathy.co.nz/soundcloud - http://soundcloud.com/empathy-recordingsRaised by wolves in the depths of English woodland, Breakspear soon came to love the natural rhythms of the forest. Thrust into the city as a pup he foraged for beats in the urban sprawl, occasionally finding a kick or bass slide which reminded him of the forest. Now he has mastered his biomechanic arms and digital brain he can finally return to the trees with added vigour and become complete with the beat.William has a reputation for creating the most primal sounding high tech music you will ever hear. Analogue samples, 8 bit fuzziness and old school booming basslines can all be heard in any one of William's multi genre workouts.Backing up William, Empathy has assembled a team of unrivalled breakbeat expertise...K+Lab is no stranger to Empathy. In 2010 he gave us "The Whole World's Ill" which featured on glitch and breakbeat charts across the world. His blend of dirty basslines, 80'²s hip hop breaks and electro freshness is a perfect complement to the Breakspear sound. Their two collaborations on this release will undoubtedly find a welcome home in any good breakbeat collection.Throughout the years Timmy has proven you don't need to think inside one genre to keep people on the dance floor. Playing across the board with breaks, house, techno, garage, drum 'n' bass, electro, booty bass, hip hop and downbeat, Timmy has kept the dance floors heaving for 20 years. 20 years of undying service, smashing clubs, festivals and radio transmitters apart with his fearsome mixing skills and secret artillery of hot tunes. With releases on labels like Passenger,Cut La Roc's Rocstar Records and DJ Icey's label Zone, Timmy has made his mark on breakbeat world wide. Moving into 2011, he explores the 4/4 bassline genre with some crisp biscuits due for release soon, including a remix of DJ Love due out on Ali B's AIR imprint.Greg Churchill completes the release with his Aural Trash remix - Putting together parties and radio shows since 1984. Known for his strong commitment to the electronic music scene and upcoming talent, Greg Churchill is undoubtedly a legend within the NZ dance world. He has a long list of production credits on labels such as Underwater Records, Gung Ho, Craft, Azul, Data and Cosmonote Blue. His collaboration with William Breakspear features his trademark electro clash sound with a razor like glitchy edge.The Skydive EP is out on Feb 14 and comes complete with 6 tracks of glitch breakbeat derangement... you'd be a fool to miss out.Available through the usual outlets: http://www.junodownload.com, http://www.addictech.com, http://www.trackitdown.net as well as new stores http://www.itunes.com, http://www.amazon.com, http://www.beatport.com and more.Follow us on our soundcloud for previews and access to exclusive up and coming releases! -

Sick Cycle Records goes live!

Obscure.co.nz — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 13:02:59 +1100

The first release from our label Sick Cycle Records is out now! The label will push the most destructive and heavy dubstep tunes on the planet. The first release from Sick Cycle is out now!SICK CYCLE - DEVIL MUSIC / ACID RAPEBuy Direct: http://sickcyclerecords.bandcamp.com/Buy Digital Tunes: http://sickcyclerecords.digital-tunes.net/Buy Chemical Records: http://www.chemical-records.co.uk/store/sickcyclerecords/Sick-Cycle-RecordsClips on Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/sickcyclenzStay tuned for more dark dubstep!http://www.sickcycle.co.nz/

Expert Plumber and Gas Fitter at your Service - Euro Plumbing

Obscure.co.nz — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:14:50 +1000

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