Tony Z

15 Contributed Events:

Aug 16, 2012

Thursday

Aug 17, 2012

Friday

  • BOOMBOX & MC Sparkplug 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $10
    Ages: 21+

    This is BoomBox's Muncie Debut & MC Sparkplug will be opening!

    TICKETS ARE $10 AT THE DOOR OR $8 PRESALES ARE AVAILABLE HERE:

    http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/263307

    Here's our Facebook Link for the event!

    http://www.facebook.com/events/446887548662601/

    ♫ BOOMBOX BIO

    BoomBox consists of two versatile producers, DJs, songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and longtime friends Russ Randolph and Zion Rock Godchaux. Together they develop an electronic blend of vintage Rock and Blues made to move dance floors while incorporating their signature Backbeat, Psychedelia and Funky House sounds. Applying a multi-track platform, they are free to create their hybrid style on the fly with a rhythm that moves fans and opens them up to Godchaux and Randolph’s overall vision. Derived from the rich musical history of Muscle Shoals, AL, to the psychedelic rock and underground electronic scenes of the west coast, their unique approach can only be achieved by the blending of sound and culture.BoomBox’s first release, Visions of Backbeat, contained the breakout song "Stereo" that built the foundation for their rapidly growing fan base. After years of steady touring and honing their sound, they released their sophomore effort, downriverelectric, and was hailed by critics as a progressive follow up effort. BoomBox are continuously working on new releases, using a blend of programming and live instrumentation with both members on drums, Randolph on keys, and Godchaux on guitar, bass and vocals.Each live show is unique to the venue and the crowd, who are the driving force of the rhythmic BoomBox experience. “It’s all natural, it’s all in real time, and that’s why it’s Rock ‘n’ Roll”, says Godchaux. Traditional set lists are never created prior to shows, instead, BoomBox chooses the music based on the atmosphere, to create a one-of-a-kind experience for fans. Randolph adds, “We just want to go out with no game plan. That way it’s fresh for us, and we can follow the energy of the crowd. We’re down to get down, and we hope that people are down with us.”
    Tags: house music, rap and hip-hop, grateful dead, funk, electronic music, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1448
    Author: Tony Z

Aug 18, 2012

Saturday

Aug 23, 2012

Thursday

Aug 24, 2012

Friday

  • COSBY SWEATER, Kaleidoscope Jukebox & Turtle Matt "BACK TO SCHOOL DANCE PARTY" 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $5
    Ages: 21+

    *Cosby Sweater Bio:

    Cosby Sweater is a new and vibrant voice in live electronic music. The versatile trio is comprised of David Embry (DJ Embry-O, Embryonic Fluid) on production and vocals, Nicholas Gerlach (The Twin Cats) on Tenor Saxophone and EWI and Richard “Sleepy” Floyd (The Native Sun) on drums.

    Cosby Sweater’s members are all experienced in the music scene and are looking to take their new sound around the United States and beyond. David is a sought after producer in the scene and has opened for groups like Big Gigantic and EOTO in the last year performing under the moniker DJ Emry-O. Sleepy is a first call jazz drummer in the Indianapolis Jazz and Hip-Hop scenes and has backed up and acted as music director for rappers and producers like Elzhi and Black Milk. Gerlach is a mainstay on the Midwest jam scene in his group The Twin Cats who have been touring the area extensively for years. He has appeared on the ESPN show SportsNation numerous times and has also appeared on stage with artists like DJ Logic, Umphrey’s Mcgee, Dumpstaphunk and Mike Clark of the Headhunters along with numerous other sit ins.

    This group is poised to use their combined experience to create a new sound that will turn the electronic and jam scenes on their ears. Their strength lies in their high energy live shows and genre bending tracks. Cosby Sweater is already gaining momentum after just a few live shows and is working towards the release of their first EP in the coming months.


    *Kaleidoscope Jukebox Bio:

    You're about to embark on a very exciting adventure.
    A journey which along the way will bring to you new color, new dimension and a new experience. Let your minds eye go wild.

    Every atom of your being is animated by its action.

    From an invisible source comes blunted breaks, deep bass, ethnic elements from around the world, lush keyboards,warm brass and samples from the caverns of yore...

    The music emitting from this jukebox takes you on a kaleidoscopic journey thru the past, present and future. A deep space beam which hints at dub, hip hop, downtempo, soul, funk, latin, jazz. 
    All captured forever in Hi-Fi.

    ...I am one with its rhythm...

    While Kaleidoscope Jukebox is centered around the production of Clint Carty, he is very thankful to work with such great artists as Andrew, Aaron, Meredith, Eric and others. Bless you all!

    http://soundcloud.com/kaleidoscope-jukebox

    *Turtle Matt:

    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Turtle-Productions/163662333644050
    Tags: rap and hip-hop, house music, funk, festivals, electronic music, dubstep, dj, concerts, back to school
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1469
    Author: Tony Z

Aug 30, 2012

Thursday

Aug 31, 2012

Friday

Sep 6, 2012

Thursday

  • Silent D Presents: DANNY THE WILDCHILD!! 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $10! $1 off with Can Good Donation, $1 off with Student ID, $1 off with Out of State ID
    Ages: 21+

    Silent D Presents: Thursday BASS!!!
    http://silentd.net/
    https://www.facebook.com/SilentDInc


    Featuring:

    THE BEST JUNGLIST IN ALL THE LAND!!!
    DANNY THE WILD CHILD/Chicago IL/DnB
    Genre - Jump Up Dance Floor Drum & Bass
    Label's - Sound Solution Digital, FineBeats Audio, Combat Records.
    Crew's - MIA Chicago, Compression San Francisco

    Websites - http://www.myspace.com/dannythewildchild
    http://twitter.com/#!/Danny_Wildchild
    http://premiereartistsgroup.com/
    http://soundcloud.com/danny-the-wildchild

    Danny the Wildchild aka Daniel Garcia was born on the South side of Chicago in 1977. The brother of a once aspiring DJ, he keenly watched and quickly learned the tricks of the trade. Danny began djing at age nine soon surpassing his brother’s abilities and eventually inherited his equipment and records. At twelve, Danny entered a Chicago area contest for young DJ’s and won. He took home that fifty-dollar prize and was called “The Wildchild” from that day forward.

    Although Danny’s roots were as a Hip-Hop DJ, he was eventually introduced into the Chicago Rave scene and to the world of drum-n-bass. He enjoyed this new form of music, but also loved hip-hop and began to creatively blend the two genres creating a unique sound of his own. As Danny’s turntable talents grew, he began to incorporate scratching and DMC style battle tricks into his Drum-n-Bass sets. His precise mixing skills and unique style and sound gave him the opportunity to bring Drum-n-Bass into the DMC and Hip-Hop scenes.

    Danny’s recognition has earned him a collection of praises from domestic and international magazines such as Mixer, Thousand Words, Faqt, and Lotus to name just a few. Danny was also featured as one of the people making waves in the scene in Urb’s Next 100 Artists to Watch Issue. When he’s not on the road mixing it up at clubs and festivals across the U.S., he can be found teaching a scratch course at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago.

    DEEP FROM THE UNDERGROUND
    Miles "Mauser" Holt
    Synapsis Recordings, Soul Magnifique, Plan B Recordings, Generator Recordings, Chocolate Industries, Skulljakkx, IllProd, Indecence Recordings. Chicago/Champaign.
    Miles is a pioneer in the acid and techno genres. A true Acid House producer who's imagination for sound design is second to none. Since the 90’s , Miles has been in the dance music trenches, DJ'ing, and producing records that have been revered by artist the world around. He is also credited for bringing Schranz Techno to the mid-west. Miles stepped out of the scene for a while to raise his two children with the love of his life, and shifted his main musical focus to production. There is nothing typical about his music or his dj’ing performances. Miles started dj’ing when it was an art form. He used 3 turntables, effects, and was one of the few artist at the time to use a laptop to incorporate his live pa material into his sets. Miles explores and plays genres he enjoys, but his home is Hard Techno and Chicago Acid House. He finds a way to perfectly fuse the genre’s together and adds a special touch of class when the chemistry of the music complements each other. He uses any format necessary from vinyl, laptop, and analog gear if it fits. Miles is one of those rare artist who knows his music and respects the history. He is as energetic as his music and always will be.
    https://www.facebook.com/miles.holt1
    http://soundcloud.com/milesholt


    Hakim Murphy
    Plan B Recordings/ Champagne, IL/Acid House/Deep House
    Hakim Murphy is a producer/dj from the Chicagoland area who's musical style ranges from House to Techno. Hakim's journey begin as a dancer in Chicago as a lot of his musical influences come from Larry Heard, Robert Armani, Dance Mania, Relief, and Cajual records. As a Chicago footwork dancer, Hakim gradually became inspired by the music and began playing records in 1996. Since then Hakim has ventured into production work and eventually founded two records labels in 2008: Machining Dreams; and Synapsis Records with Avondale Music Society.



    http://machiningdreams.net/
    www.machiningdreams.wordpress.com%2F&h=sAQG0cv1z&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.machiningdreams.wordpress.com/
    www.soundcloud.com%2Fhakimmurphy&h=kAQFt-7tN&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.soundcloud.com/hakimmurphy
    www.myspace.com%2Fdjhakimmurphy&h=OAQFcFP6N&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.myspace.com/djhakimmurphy
    http://hakimmurphy.official.fm/
    www.discogs.com%2Fartist%2FHakim%2BMurphy&h=nAQGf5De3&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.discogs.com/artist/Hakim+Murphy

    $10
    21+ Event
    $1 off with Can Good Donation
    $1 off with Student ID
    $1 off with Out of State ID

     

    Tags: skyy's burning, festivals, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1472
    Author: Tony Z

Sep 20, 2012

Thursday

  • GOOD GRAVY "Colorado Bluegrass" 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage
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    Cost: $5-10
    Ages: 21+

    Bluegrass ~ Acoustic Fusion ~ Jam Roots


    Good Gravy’s flavor can be described as a contemporary approach to American roots music or Americana. Within their recipe, are the remnants of bluegrass, rock, folk, jazz, and even caribbean music. This band has an eclectic earthy palette that is even furthered by the use of improvisation, a hard driving rhythm section, and occasional electric instrumentation.

    While reaching phenomenal energy levels with their acoustics, Good Gravy pushes their music even further wh

    en they use electrics. The artistry and intermittent use of the electrics produces a dynamic story throughout their live shows that is unparalleled. Captivating melodies, thick vocals, intriguing dynamics, and intense improv jams, this bands imagination is fresh in the live music scene. Good Gravy is said to “melt the heart, as well as the face.”

    Original techniques in the composition of their music is paired with influences that are evident. Ensuing the paths of the defining bands in the “jam” scene of Colorado, artists such as the String Cheese Incident, Yonder Mountain String Band, and Leftover Salmon are obvious inspirations. Guaranteed to throw down everything from psychedelic dance beats to slamming bluegrass this modern band takes acoustic song writing to new and exciting realms.



     

    Tags: folk music, concerts, bluegrass
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1473
    Author: Tony Z

Sep 21, 2012

Friday

  • Zoogma, Eumatik, & Magnetic 9:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $10
    Ages: 21+

    An amazing night! This trio of the midwest hottest electronically infused bands to Muncie, IN! 

    ZOOGMA combines the sonic diversity and precision of a DJ with the excitement and immediacy of a four piece rock group. Known for their energetic performances and retina pleasing light show, the band consistently dishes out heavy-weight beat-driven dance parties across the nation. Sets are kinetic, combining live improvisation with carefully crafted beats and melodic textures.

    With the release of their debut a
    lbum, Recreational Vehicles, along with a relentless tour schedule, the four members have already added their unique voice to the live electronic-rock scene. Evolving in Oxford, MS, Zoogma’s sound can be described as an eclectic fusion of Electronica, Rock, and Hip-Hop. This blend of genres results in a musical experience that appeals to a range of audiences, with a sound that is refreshingly original yet steeped in the dance music tradition.


    EUMATIK is a living, trance-inducing, funk-blasting, dance mechanism that stimulates the mind by being harmonically innovative and experimental. What makes their approach to music so interesting is their ability to allure the listener with catchy hooks, slowly leading them outside their accustomed electronic musical boundaries Fusing a diverse variety of musical techniques that ranging from jazz theory to 18th century counterpoint, lengthy sections of improvisation make every live show unique. Eumatik brings elements of hip hop, funk, trance, jazz, dubstep and disco and mixes them with a mix of vintage keyboards and ultra-modern sound design
    As you hear the UFO sounds summoning up a twist-bopping, trance-inducing, disco-fever you know it's time for Eumatik. 

    MAGNETIC is rich with stereo soundscapes, bumping grooves, tight bass and sweet synthesizers. Deeply composed and highly versatile, tempos move through Dubstep, Glitch-Hop, Breakbeat and Electro House.From carefree to complex these orchestrated tracks give way to live improvisation.

    Magnetic's debut E.P. Polarity, released March 9th, 2012, is available atwww.souncloud.com%2Fmagneticsounds&h=yAQG2DFp8&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.souncloud.com/magneticsounds

    Magnetic shows feature Jack Hinson (SMASH) on live drums.

    Facebook Event Page:

    http://www.facebook.com/events/166739040118030/

    Tags: soul music, reggae, rap and hip-hop, jazz, house music, funk, festivals, electronic music, dubstep, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1476
    Author: Tony Z

Sep 22, 2012

Saturday

  • Silent D Present: Ifdakar, Venice Gas House Trolley, Digeometric & Glowfriends 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $8 Cover, $1 off with can good donation, $1 off with Student ID or Military ID, $1 off with valid out of State ID
    Ages: 21+

    One night of Midwest talent Presented by Silent D Promotions LLC.

    A Fall Solstice Jamboree 2012

    Featuring: 

    Venice Gas House Trolley/Madison,WI/Flowpoetry

    Venice Gas House Trolley (Madison, WI) grooves body and mind creating a unique and organic live music experience. VGHT's original jam-based songs and poems transport audiences
    on a creatively wild and transformational trip through darkness and into the light.

    Spoken of by fans as "A Cerebral Groove" and "Sacred Existential Fusion Rock," VGHT brings a sense of passion and performance to every live show. The Trolley's appearances include festivals such as The Tall Tree Lake Music Festival (Goreville, IL), The Muddy River Jam Fest (Woodstown, NJ), The Overgrown Music & Arts Festival (Belmont, NY), The Michigan Peace Fest (Lacota, MI), The 40th Annual Midwest Harvest Fest (Madison, WI) and over 200 performances from Wisconsin to New York City.

    www.vght.net%2F&h=NAQG4_LpS&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.vght.net/
    https://www.facebook.com/VeniceGasHouseTrolley

    Digeometric/Chicago, IL/ Jazz, Techno, Funk

    Digeometric is a concept idea that bloomed in June of 2010. The formation of this group happened both spontaneously and sporadically. The music being created by Digeometric occurs in the same manner. 

    https://www.facebook.com/Digeometric
    www.digeometric.com%2F&h=cAQGpwuVT&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.digeometric.com/
    www.myspace.com%2FDigeometric&h=QAQHkDXUP&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.myspace.com/Digeometric
    www.soundcloud.com%2FDigeometric&h=3AQGPQmTu&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.soundcloud.com/Digeometric
    www.sonicbids.com%2FDigeometric&h=MAQHB3_tw&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.sonicbids.com/Digeometric
    http://digeometric.bandcamp.com/

    Glowfriends/Kalamazoo, MI/Kalamashoegazer

    "ALL THINGS MADE NEW-(JAM) Glowfriends, a shoegazing 6-piece from Kalamazoo, Michigan have released their 6th record. They might be the only band in history that is comprised of 3 couples. The core of the band is siblings April and Mark Morris. Mark’s wife Holly plays bass/vibes while April’s husband, Adam Zimont, plays guitar and that leaves the excellently-named JW and Jenn Hendrix on drums and vibes/glockenspiel respectively. The thing about their records, and I’ve heard (and enjoyed) all of them, is that each new one has been a little better than the one before it. After all, that’s what most bands are trying to do, right? On ALL THINGS MADE NEW this dream pop outfit has raised the bar and written their best batch of songs yet. The vocals between main vocalist April Zimont and her brother, Mark Morris are as confident as they are compelling and the swirling, 2-guitar lineup adds to the proceedings. A few of my favorite tunes on this record are the smooth opener “Wait for the Waves”, the haunting/driving “Explain Away”, the fuzzy “Jr. Mint”, the jangly “Through the Heart” and at least a few others. -DAGGER MAGAZINE

    www.glowfriends.net&h=vAQGcEjB5&s=1" target="_blank">www.glowfriends.net
    www.glowfriends.bandcamp.com&h=TAQFRQlCJ&s=1" target="_blank">www.glowfriends.bandcamp.com

    Ifdakar/Fox Valley, WI/Jamtronica

    Ifdakar jam their way through a unique blend of funk, jazz, electronica, reggae, and rock music.

    Ifdakar's pursuit of musical growth and experimental improvisation create an experience not to be forgotten. Hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, this five piece band has garnered recognition for their live performances, where the band channels elements of psychedelic rock, funk, jazz, and electronica. The result is a mind bending, dance infused, pedal to the metal sound that it is unmistakably their
    own.

    From songs that are tragic, to songs that transcend, Ifdakar showcases an array of improvisational jamming and elaborately structured pieces that are steeped in influences such as Phish, Pink Floyd, Les Claypool, Lotus, STS9 and many others. This spectrum allows for dense musical freedom, to tension-and-release madness.

    While relentlessly working on every aspect of the band, Ifdakar has been fortunate enough to open for such scene luminaries as Ozric Tentacles, EOTO, Xavier Rudd, Kim Manning of Parliament Funkadelic, Willie Waldman, Steve Molitz of Particle and more.

    As Ifdakar continues to climb the ranks of the Midwest scene, their popularity has started to snowball. Reaching capacity at marquee club shows regularly, the band has begun to make the jump to theaters, picking up numerous new fans along the way. 

    https://www.facebook.com/Ifdakar
    http://ifdakar.com/

    Facebook Event Page:

    http://www.facebook.com/events/327469654014164/

    21+ event
    $8 cover
    $1 off with can good donation
    $1 off with Student ID or Military ID
    $1 off with valid out of State ID

     

     

    Tags: soul music, reggae, rap and hip-hop, jazz, funk, folk music, festivals, electronic music, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1480
    Author: Tony Z

Sep 28, 2012

Friday

  • SPANKALICIOUS (St. Louis MO) w/ MT Nasty & Turtle Matt 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $7
    Ages: 21+

    Spankalicious (St. Louis MO) w/ MT Nasty and Turtle Matt coming together at Center Stage in Muncie, IN for one night to tear the house down!!!!

    This will be the first central Indiana appearance of Spankalicious since Dancin' In the Dark in April.

    SPANKALICIOUS
    St. Louis, MO
    Loyal Family - Grassroots California
    (Psychedelic bounce and Dubstep w/ Live Drumming)
    http://soundcloud.com/spankalicious
    https://www.facebook.com/spankalicious.bounce?ref=ts

    Spankalicious is BOUNCE! Kevin Moore (aka: Spankalicious) recently moved his home base from St. Louis, Missouri to Cincinnati, Ohio where he is holding down a new residency while gearing up for a very fun filled 2012!

    In 2011 Spank played 100+ shows, traveling over 90,000 miles, meeting AMAZING people while attempting to spread a message of higher awareness among the people. From sunrise sets in the French Quarter of New Orleans to the 4:20 set at Wakarusa 2011, and many many places in between Spanky has constantly been rocking parties at every stop. Playing alongside every major cutting edge act in livetronica, dubstep, and edm as well as many major festival appearances including Wakarusa, SummerCamp, Sonic Bloom, Bassnectar's First Bass Center, Camp Euforia, and is already slated to take the stage at this year's SummerCamp Music Festival!

    Pairing an extensive background in percussion/drumming with some down right nasty DJ/Bass/producer skills, he is ready to show Muncie, IN what the Glitchy Hippie Psychedelic Bounce is all about!

    Having recently rocked Summer Camp 2012 this is going to be a fantastic show!

    MT Nasty



    Turtle Matt
    Muncie, IN
    Funky/Disco House *all vinyl*
    Turtle Productions

    One of the regions rising stars, this Indiana USA DJ has gained regional notoriety in a seemingly short time. Submerged in EDM before the turn of the millennium,Turtlematt’s foundation in EDM was inspired from the dancefloor up. Turtlematt began assembling mid-scale events in 2003, established “Turtle Productions” in 2005, and found himself playing at events in 2007. Sharing the stage with such EDM fixtures as Paul Johnson,Stacy Kidd, DJ Micro, DJ Shortee, DJ Venom, and Angel Alanis... or surprise sessions at private events. Turtlematt has attracted a dedicated following throughout the region. Turtlematt a Indianapolis native has banged the beats in Chicago, Detroit (Shazzzam 4 & 6) , Columbus, Dayton, Cincinnati, Louisville, Camp Zoe(UGS), Wisconsin, St.louis, Austin, TX, West Virginia, Baltimore, and Kansas City. Joining the Spoololife promotion team in 2005, Turtlematt has learned from the regions best developers, coordinators, performers, and engineers, earning his place as Spoololife event coordinator 2007. Turtlematt programs innovative sessions of Disco House, Electro Breaks, U.S. Hardhouse, and Drum n Bass seasoned with his refreshing stage presence and a static connection to the dancefloor. Including “Fire Poi” sets during campout festivals.
    Turtle Matt introduced to the "Hippie" Scene in March 2011 has been djing with bands such as The Twin Cats, UV Hippo, The Coop, J. Wail, Rich Harvesty,The New Old Calvary, Catch Curtis, The Macpodz, Glostik Willy, Losing September, Skeetones, and Eumatik. Now has his First Residents at Doc's Music Hall Downtown Muncie, IN every Friday djing in between acts and/or opening/closing out the night. Bring Turtle Matt out and he will keep the dancefloor jumpin until the next act starts, makes for a smooth night!!

     

     

    Tags: reggae, rap and hip-hop, house music, funk, electronic music, dubstep, dj
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1481
    Author: Tony Z

Oct 11, 2012

Thursday

  • Funktion "Kalamazoo, MI Funk" 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $5
    Ages: 21+

    Funk is an amorphous substance, able to mold itself to a variety of emotions and environments. It consists of all the things we know and composes all the things we feel. It’s the stuff that jiggles in our spine, the thing that rumbles in our belly. It’s the stuff crammed between our toes and the matter jammed between our ears. Funk lives in all of us—its path traces the globe and its roots dig back to traditional campfire rhythms and primal soul vibrations. If you’ve experienced life at all until this point

    , you’ve come across at least one mutation of the entity of funk.

    Luckily for us there is a band that can show us all the branches of funk. No matter what frequency your eardrums vibrate at, the sonic eruption from Kalamazoo based Funktion will dose them at the right waves per second. It could be the silky smooth R&B that gets you. Or maybe it’s the cool island dub rhythms that grab your ears. Then again it might be the rowdy hip-hop flavor that seizes your attention. But if none of that snatches your marbles, the unhinged, guitar-fueled fireball of funk will surely do the trick. Any way you slice it, if you’ve got a pair of ears, Funktion will unwrap something for them to chew on.

    But don’t show up to a live show unless you’ve come to get down; this stuff is additive-free, high-octane dance fuel. And due to the fact that Funktion’s sole mission in life is to make you shake your booty, trying to stand still might cause you a few problems. You see, the human body simply isn’t equipped to deal with this much raw musical energy in the stationary position. The only way to withstand this tidal wave of sound is to get loose, get down with your bad self, and feel that groove out on the floor. Ride that funky wave out, because the only thing that could bring it to an end is last call. But then there’s always the next night’s last call in another city just down the road…

    http://www.funktionmusic.com/Funktion/Home.html

    More info coming soon!

     

    Tags: soul music, rhythm & blues, reggae, jazz, jam rock, funk, folk music, festivals, electronic music, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1482
    Author: Tony Z

Oct 30, 2012

Tuesday

  • "A Dope Halloween" w/ Dopapod & Magnetic 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Cost: $5
    Ages: 21+

    Dopapod exists at the crossroads of full throttle intensity, deep pocket groove, intricate technicality, and limitless experimentation. With no regard towards limiting themselves to stylistic boundaries, the sound that emerges from the quartet both live and in the studio is as varied and diverse as the many influences that they adapt from. Their approach and commitment to complementing a distinct genre bending sound to top-notch musicianship has set them apart from many of their contemporaries and keeps mus

    ic lovers eagerly returning to shows.

    In the past two years, Dopapod has firmly planted seeds in music fan’s ears all up and down the East Coast and into the Midwest with their incessant touring schedule. Covering all this ground has seen the young, yet seasoned group make appearances at numerous festivals including Camp Bisco, Mountain Jam, Bonnaroo, Burning Man, Bear Creek, The Big Up, Rootwire, Strangecreek, and more. Their electric live showcase has been cultivating a fast growing, loyal fan base, and seen them share bills with artists such as Lotus, EOTO, Papadosio, Zach Deputy, Brothers Past, Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, Spam Allstars, Sam Kininger (Lettuce, Soulive), and Carl Palmer (Emerson, Lake, & Palmer).

    Dopapod’s latest release, I Saw Live Dopapod, Evil Was I, is a candid representation of choice cuts from the first half of 2011. Recorded and mixed from multi track recordings, the album showcases the band at their very finest. From explosive disco jazz funk tracks like ‘Indian Grits’ and ‘Off the Cuff’ to wompy progstep rockers such as ‘French Bowling’ and ‘Freight Train’, the quartet’s compositional and improvisational splendor has been captured and put on display to offer a peak into the brainwork of their entrancing live experience. The crown jewel of the collection might be “Dazed and Confused” – an arrangement that shows the group’s simultaneous mastery at both synth-bass womp drops and guitar scorched classic rock wailing. Each track was carefully select, mixed, and mastered to showcase the full Dopapod gamut: new and old, premeditated and spontaneous, light and dark.
    While the distant future reads plots for world domination, the near future will see Dopapod continuing to develop their craft both on the road and in the studio. With a heavy touring regimen in place to continue scouring the country, Drawn Onward, the second studio release, will be dropping at the blink of an eye, offering fresh takes on live favorites. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the sonic whirlwind that will be coming to venues and stereos near you!

    http://dopapod.com/
    http://www.facebook.com/dopapod
    http://www.jambase.com/Artists/52043/Dopapod
    http://www.youtube.com/dopapod
    http://twitter.com/dopapod

     

    Tags: soul music, jazz, house music, funk, festivals, electronic music, disco, concerts
    Link: https://muncieevents.com/event/1484
    Author: Tony Z

Nov 2, 2012

Friday

  • Flatland Harmony Experiment 8:00pm to 3:00am @ Center Stage 306 South Walnut Street Muncie, Indiana 47305
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    Flatland Harmony Experiment is a new bluegrass driven string band based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. FHE started in 2011 on a cool summer night when three musicians came together at an outdoor acoustic jam. Trading songs and singing together with ease just felt right. So much so that plans to get together were made to explore and see if there were any exciting musical chemistry to be made. A bunch of songs were played and recorded that first session. A common thread of energy and three part harmonies were 

    there from the beginning. It was mixed down and the CD was labeled "Flatland Harmony Experiment". From there a band was born. 

    In the first three months FHE played 3 festivals, opened for 2 national acts and recorded, mixed and released an all original ep. 2012 has been and will continue to be amazing for the Flatland Harmony Experiment. 12 regional festivals, club dates, and house concerts will bring FHE to a venue near you soon. We have been so fortunate to share bills and most importantly music with many friends and countless musical heroes and look forward to the future collaborations yet to come. 

    Flatland Harmony Experiment is Scott Nelson on upright bass, Kris Potts on Mandolin, and Johnny Plott on Banjo. 
    "Hailing from different backgrounds in the music industry, they are rock-solid players and vocalists who bring their experience and maturity together to create a uniquely organic musical landscape. Playing with the subtleties of acoustic string instruments and human voice, Flatland Harmony Experiment delivers a dynamic performance that will take the audience from sweet harmony to spaces of driving rhythm within each performance. Playing each show like their last, this is a project that must be experienced."

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