Tuesday, March 30, 2010

ROOTS - Evolution of Jungle Set with Marcus Visionary/ 04/24/10 - Toi Bar























ROOTS

Marcus Visionary has been in the music industry for over two decades. He has played a pivotal role in the development of the Toronto jungle drum and bass scene but has also ventured successfully into other bass culture genres. He is a successful party promoter and music producer working for labels such as: Digital Soundboy and Liondub International to name a few. He has also hosted the Prophecy radio show for over 16 years from 88.1 in 1994 to his move to 89.5 F.M in 1995 with partner Dj Prime. For those that have supported and followed his evolution you must be aware that he has one of the most extensive music collections in the city.

On Saturday April 24th get ready as Marcus takes you on a 5 hour marathon journey through classic Jungle to his most current reggae influenced jungle sounds! This night is a glimpse into his evolution and progression in Jungle music. Doors open at 10 p.m sharp. This will be all killer and no filler so please arrive early to experience the build and the full journey. Marcus will be starting things out with Jungle Techno and Jungle classics and then moving into his latest productions in reggae influenced jungle (dub rock sounds).

Get ready for some of the freshest dubplate specials you've ever heard! If you love bass and you love jungle then this night is for you.

On this night let's just say 'All Things Jungle'.

*We will be recording this night so be sure to bring the noise! Whistle, horns and lighta crew get ready!

Location: Toi Bar 577a College St. (Little Italy)
Admission: $5 All Night
19+ Event

www.marcusvisionary.com
www.myspace.com/marcusvisionary
www.twitter.com/MarcusVisionary

Friday, March 12, 2010

Aba Shanti-I on being a vehicle for the message

Sweetie come brush me -- John Holt



John Holt is one of my favourite artists. I came across this classic today and thought.. CHOON OF THE DAY!! Rub a dub vibes!

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Jamaica TVJ: Vybz Kartel and Mavado Peace meeting at Jamaica House "WE ARE NOT ENEMIES!" DEC 8,2009



Only the jamaican government gets involved in musical feuds! They say the govt had to get involved as the gully and gaza fans had become so divided.

Monsta flips Skream @ RBMA London 2010

Roska - Road to Bloc Weekend Mix..




ROSKA - ROAD TO BLOC WEEKEND by roskakickssnares

Fabio - RBMA

Interview with David Rodigan by Late Night Munchies (Part 1)

The reason why David Rodigan is THE MAN. Keeping the flame alive.



Father Rodigan talks about the poor state of reggae and dancehall coming out of Jamaica. I can totally relate to what Rodi's saying as everything that inspired me from jamaica was from the past. I wish they would bring the musicians back to the studio's in jamaica. Until then..

Part 2

Martyn RBMA 2010..

Monsta flips A Guy Called Gerald and Jazzie B @ RBMA London 2010

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

THE ORIGIN OF THE WORD SKA..

Jah Cure in his Teenage Years..

Aruba Red & Jah Cure - Light Up Light Up



Aruba Red Recording in Jamaica with Jah Cure



Behind the Scenes of the video Shoot..

Breakage Feat. Donaeo - Speechless




Breakage Feat. Donaeo - Speechless
(Out Mar.22nd) on Digital Soundboy

Monday, March 8, 2010

Sunday, March 7, 2010

GHISLAIN POIRIER - GET CRAZY feat MR. SLAUGHTER




Montreal based Ghislain Poirier is breaking new ground with this fresh soca influenced sound. These tracks are catching peoples attention everywhere I play them. Canada represent!

Twiturm.com - Woody and Rizzuto (1057 The Point) - Dude Dumps Cheating Girlfriend ON AIR!

Twiturm.com - Woody and Rizzuto (1057 The Point) - Dude Dumps Cheating Girlfriend ON AIR!

Ever had a girl cheat on you? Peep this..

The Specials - Why



One of my favorites from the Specials. In the spirit of the two tone documentary.

The Two Tone Story - Documentary



Part 2



Part 3



Part 4

Prince Buster - Hard Man Fe Dead





1966.. Amazing.. Buster was the original Dancehall man.

Shy FX & T Power - On the Run

Friday, March 5, 2010

Sex In the City Reunion.. Liquid Funk...






















One of the most successful weeklies in the city. On April 10th we reunite to bring you classic liquid funk tracks from that period.

Junglist Movement March 19th -- My B day Jam!

Donaeo - Riot Music Mixes Out Now..




OUT NOW PURCHASE HERE!

Breakage Foundation LP Forthcoming on Digital Soundboy..




Pre-order here

Marcus Visionary - Carib EP 2 is Out Now on Liondub International..







Crackhead
Berbice
Flying Dubs Feat. Satori
Mabaruma

Preview and Purchase Here:

MJ Cole Mix for Ras Kwame!

Mix for Ras Kwame by MJ Cole


To round off all of these MJ Cole updates, here's a mix he did for Ras Kwame on 1xtra! Very heavy mix.

1. MJ Cole “Volcano Riddim”
2. J2K feat Roses Gabor “Don’t Let Go”
3. Serocee “Badeng” (MJ Cole Remix)
4. Zed Bias “Because of You” (Zed Bias Club Mix)
5. Tinie Tempah “Pass Out” (SBTRKT Remix)
6. L-Vis 1990 “United Groove” (MJ Cole Remix)
7. Zinc feat. Ms Dynamite “Wile Out”
8. MJ Cole “Thekla Riddim”
9. DJ Eleven “Anson Danza”
10. MJ Cole feat Serocee “Dancehall Fighter”
11. Donaeo “Riot Music” (Skream Remix)
12. MJ Cole “Sincere” (Nero Remix)

MJ Cole - Piano Ramblings..

by MJ Cole

Lovely..

MJ Cole Unleashes some heavyweight Funky Riddims...




Can't wait to hear some vocals on these. They are all worth their weight on their own! Forthcoming on Prolific.

Maddslinky feat Omar "Special" (MJ's Back to the Future Mix)


Maddslinky feat Omar (MJ's Back to the Future Mix[clip]
by MJ Cole


Omar is back with the mighty Zed Bias. I'm really looking forward to hearing the new material!

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Toronto Funky Returns Friday March 26th 2010 | FREE DOWNLOAD























On Friday March 26th Toronto Funky is back at it again! For those that don't know Toronto Funky is Marcus Visionary, Freeza Chin and MC Plain English. Our goal is to push the latest UK House and Funky out to the Toronto Massive!

19+ Event (NO EXCEPTIONS - NO ID = NO ENTRY)

Location: Toi Bar 577a College St. (Little Italy)
Admission: $5 All Night / LADIES FREE B4 11 pm
Sponsored by (firm)wear apparel
www.firmwear.ca



















Massive shout to everyone who made it to our 5th installment of Toronto Funky! Big up our Firm wear sponsors for the amazing t shirts and giveaways. Most of all we have to say thank you to everyone for braving the bad weather to pack up Toi Bar last night! Big shout to all the dancers as the skanking session last night was incredible!! Let's hope the video picked up some of the skanks in the dark! There was a virus last night! OH GOSH!!

Happy birthday to Martina and Michelle. You girls brought the fire last night! Welcome home to Riddims! We can't forget the U.K crew who were out repping hard last night!

Our next Toronto Funky is Friday March 26th!

With your help we are building one of the most exciting underground nights in the city. The vibes are untouchable!

One love.. and keep skankin!

Next Session: March 26th!

TORONTO FUNKY LIVE..


Here is the recording from the last event.

Part 1: http://www.divshare.com/download/10620154-0fb
Part 2: http://www.divshare.com/download/10620155-d3b


Enjoy..

Monday, March 1, 2010

Rare Jimmy Cliff Footage Courtesy of VP Records..

Lee Scratch Perry for Supreme..




Check out this promo Lee “Scratch” Perry did for his new collaboration with Supreme. On March 4th, the two tee-shirts will be released featuring the longtime artist’s words and artwork.

Toronto Funky Live Mixes from Feb 26th Event | FREE DOWNLOAD

















Toronto Funky held it's 5th event inside Toi Bar on Friday Feb 26th and the night was a ROADBLOCK! Wicked vibes, ram jam and sticky! Here is two hours from the night! Toronto Funky is a collective made up of Freeza Chin, Marcus Visionary and MC Plain English (The Mouth from South) Our monthly residency is at Toi Bar which is located at 577 a College St. in little italy. Our next event will be March 26th! Get to know!

PART 1: http://www.divshare.com/download/10620154-0fb
PART 2: http://www.divshare.com/download/10620155-d3b