http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/ en saengerj@gmail.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-13T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_07_22_snoop_dogg/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_07_22_snoop_dogg/#When:03:00:00Z Snoop Dogg’s ability to stay at the forefront of popular culture and connect with his fans has resulted in unwavering relevance. While he’s a TV and movie star, the founder and coach of a hugely successful youth football league and a savvy adapter of new technology, Snoop Dogg remains Tha Doggfather of hip-hop. Incredibly, his music is as “doggumented” now as it was in 1992 around the launch of his timeless debut Doggystyle. In fact, a stronghold over the various social networking platforms makes him more accessible than ever. With all eyes on the skinny kingpin from Long Beach, Doggumentary is the perfect title for the man who continues to occupy the throne as the world’s most famous rapper. Showbox Sodo Live 2012-07-23T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_28_kid_ink/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_28_kid_ink/#When:04:00:00Z Covered from head to toe in tattoos, 24 year-old Los Angeles-based rapper Kid Ink is wrecking havoc on the streets and in cyber world. The Rapper/Producer/Songwriter/ Tattoo Aficionado has over 25 Million hits on YouTube with lyrical gems like, “Tat It Up” “La La La,” and “Keep It Rollin’.” Neumos Live 2012-06-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_26_foster_the_people/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_26_foster_the_people/#When:04:00:00Z Los Angeles indie pop band, Foster the People, first got together in 2009. Mark Foster, (vocals, keyboards, piano, synthesizers, guitar, programming, percussion), Mark Pontius (drums and extra percussion), and Cubbie Fink (bass and backing vocals) originally titled the band “Foster & the People,” but it was misheard as “Foster the People.” Eventually, the name stuck. WaMu Theater Live 2012-06-27T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_23_high_fives_and_hip_hop/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_23_high_fives_and_hip_hop/#When:05:00:00Z High Dive Live 2012-06-24T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_16_farewell_sol/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_16_farewell_sol/#When:04:00:00Z Sol has announced a farewell show on June 16th at the Showbox at the Market, providing one last opportunity to perform for fans before leaving the United States. Sol will head off on a nine-month globetrotting experience as part of the Bonderman Travel Fellowship, which he was awarded as an honors student at the University of Washington.  Sol will be visiting Asia, Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. Though reluctant to leave his Seattle musical roots (even for a short hiatus), Sol acknowledges the long-term benefit for himself and his fans, explaining “Its life experience that enables us to make the music that we make. After an opportunity to travel the four corners of the earth connecting with and learning from people all over, I look forward to coming back a completely changed person and artist.” Showbox at the Market Live 2012-06-17T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_15_the_night_caps_release_party/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_15_the_night_caps_release_party/#When:04:00:00Z Seattle own duo The Night Caps are releasing their new project “Crowd Control”.  The group which consists of Ed Obitek and 3rdegree, have been hard at work honing their craft and are looking to bring something fresh to the scene with this new release. The Crocodile This Rules! 2012-06-16T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_14_mickey_avalon/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_14_mickey_avalon/#When:04:00:00Z Remember the urban legend of the boy next door that played records all day, and at night kept the neighborhood up with songs of his own? He left home one day and was never heard from again. You heard he moved to the big city, lived in cheap motels, ate dollar hamburgers, worked the boulevard with ex-models, thorazine freaks, transvestites, mothers, fathers, drunks, junkies and punk rockers alike. Only, this story is no urban fairytale, its the true-life journey of American rapper Mickey Avalon has taken on his path to realize his present day success.Avalon struggled through many long, lonely, desperate nights under the dizzying city lights but made a personal vow that he would never forget the magic of things he loved the most in this world: his first fix, his first girl, and most importantly the first time he rocked a microphone. Showbox at the Market Live 2012-06-15T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_10_back_to_the_future_the_roots_of_hip_hop_in_traditional_cultures/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_10_back_to_the_future_the_roots_of_hip_hop_in_traditional_cultures/#When:03:30:01Z Visualize the hip-hopping, spinning, flips, and flashy footwork of today’s best break dancers.  Where do those moves come from?  Roots of Hip Hop explores the origins of contemporary culture in traditional forms, with performers from Benin, Brazil, Ghana, Honduras, Kenya, and the USA.  Experience a live performance of Hip Hop Soul music & dance, African drum & dance, and Capoeira.  This project is funded by NEXT 50. Intiman Theatre Live 2012-06-11T03:30:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_10_stalley/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_10_stalley/#When:03:00:00Z A generously bearded MMG rapper who looks like he should be a clean-shaven member of the Rawkus cast. Stalley’s slow flow and dusty production hearken to the days of backpack raps and signature boasts. And if his stunningly impressive debut, Lincoln Way Heights, is any indication, he just might be the missing link between OutKast and Miami Bass. Neumos Live 2012-06-11T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_06_one_be_lo/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_06_one_be_lo/#When:04:00:00Z OneBeLo has performed around the world as a solo artist and a member of the legendary rap duo Binary Star, but his travels throughout different mindsets and communities have made even more of an impact. Throughout his life, Lo has also assumed the roles of star athlete, convicted felon, Christian, Muslim, and Egyptian resident—and all of these things are reflected in his music. Nectar Lounge Live 2012-06-07T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_02_iame_and_wildcard1/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_06_02_iame_and_wildcard1/#When:05:00:00Z Wildcard, IAME(Sandpeople/Oldominion), and Saint Warhead are ending their West Coast tour in Seattle. Saturday June 2nd at The Lofi. The supporting lineup includes Sketch (a Seattle native), Satellite High (from San Francisco), Smoke M2D6 (Oldominion), and THNDRTHF (formerly Simple of Sandpeople) - and hosted by DJ Lord Nock of SBDVSN Studios. Don’t miss out on the dopest show to kick off your summer! Lo-Fi Performance Gallery Live 2012-06-03T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_27_tasha_jones/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_27_tasha_jones/#When:05:00:00Z URBAN STAR ENTERTAINMENT in partnership with SUPA E PRODUCTIONS are proud to announce the return of Grammy Award nominated writer, artist, model, and poetic genius Tasha Jones back to the Northwest, hosted by The Parlor Collection in Bellevue Washington. The Parlor Bellevue Live 2012-05-28T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_24_black_girls_rock1/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_24_black_girls_rock1/#When:06:00:00Z Black Girls Rock brought to you by Rodney Jackson and Tony Lestrick, presented by She Will Ent. “Come and enjoy a nice, grown and sexy Memorial weekend event.. A night full of fun, dancing and entertainment.” All black attire has been requested. 88 Keys DJ 2012-05-25T06:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_19_ryan_leslie/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_19_ryan_leslie/#When:04:00:00Z Ryan Leslie began making music as a teenager, scored a perfect 1600 on his SATs before he was old enough to drive, and graduated from Harvard at the age of 19. He got a foothold in the music industry within four years of graduation; by the end of 2005, he had written and/or produced tracks for 702, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Carl Thomas, and New Edition, and an album of his own was completed but shelved. A year later, he was the architect behind Cassie’s “Me&U,” a number one R&B single that also reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100; Cassie’s subsequent album, produced almost entirely by Leslie, narrowly missed the top of both the Billboard 200 and R&B/hip-hop albums charts. Leslie then recorded another album of his own, which was scheduled for a mid-2008 release date. “Diamond Girl,” its lead single, debuted on the charts earlier in the year, while successive singles “Addiction” and “How It Was Supposed to Be” also set the stage for his self-titled album, released in February 2009. Leslie followed it up quickly with Transition, issued only nine months later and inspired by a secret summertime fling. Neumos Live 2012-05-20T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_18_jefferson_rose_band_cd_release/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_18_jefferson_rose_band_cd_release/#When:04:00:00Z After six years living in Barcelona, Spain, and touring Europe with a variety of groups, dynamic bass player Jefferson Rose returned to his hometown of Seattle with a mission to record an album of songs influenced by his studies of flamenco, Middle Eastern and African music, while staying true to his roots of funk and reggae. The result is a unique new band that brings together some of the best musicians in Seattle to interpret original world music compositions, written by Rose and his band. The Jefferson Rose Band, after a successful Kickstarter fundraising campaign to make their new album, titled “Seismic,” will release it on May 18th at the Nectar Lounge in Seattle.  The core members of the group include: Andy Coe (McTuff and Skerik’s Bandalabra), Aaron Walker-Loud (Big World Breaks), Naomi Siegel (Wayne Horvitz’s Seattle Conduction Ensemble and Thione Diop’s Afro Groove), Tobi Stone (Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra and Thione Diop’s Afro Groove) and Ivan Galvez (Picoso, Big World Breaks).  The album and the CD release party also feature Thione and Gora Diop, mesmerizing master drummers from Senegal. One dollar from the sale of each “Seismic” album will go directly to Seattle JazzED which provides exceptional jazz education and performance opportunities to Seattle area youth. Thione Diop & Yeke Yeke and De Cajón together with The Jefferson Rose Band promises to get the Nectar audiences grooving, with feet and hips moving to rhythms from around the world. Nectar Lounge Live 2012-05-19T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_12_neema_keyboard_kid/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_12_neema_keyboard_kid/#When:04:00:00Z Neema & Keyboard Kid will be releasing their new album “The Cigar Room” at Midnight.  A free physical copy of the album will be given out upon entry. Requiem for Heartbreak by Neema The Crocodile Live 2012-05-13T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_12_bassnectar/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_12_bassnectar/#When:03:00:00Z A lot of electronic music DJs and producers lay claim to the “underground” mantle, but San Francisco’s Lorin Ashton, a.k.a. Bassnectar, is the real deal. For a decade, Ashton has quietly established himself as a fixture on the dance music scene, first in the Bay Area with his mind-blowing parties and mixtapes, then internationally with a series of self-released albums, 12-inchers for labels like Om and Six Degrees, and remixes for the likes of KRS-One and Spearhead. The Bassnectar sound—an indescribable mix of hard-edged breaks, head-nodding hip-hop and trippy, world groove textures—had grabbed the ear of forward-thinking DJs from James Zabiela to Rennie Pilgrem. Now Ashton is ready to take his Bassnectar tag “above ground.” The release of the ambitious double CD Mesmerizing the Ultra announces the arrival of a full-fledged visionary, a producer who mixes progressive politics, block-rocking beats and head-expanding sounds in ways no one else has conceived of. WaMu Theater DJ 2012-05-13T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_11_treach/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_11_treach/#When:05:00:00Z Encore Boutique Nightclub is proud to present Treach of Naughty by Nature for a live performance and in club appearance. Join us as Treach performs the group’s hit singles live in the club for this intimate one time experience. Treach will be hosting a relaxed meet & greet prior to opening the club for those interested in meeting the artist and getting their photos taken with him. The meet & greet will feature appetizers and complimentary drinks hosted by Treach. Encore Nightclub Live 2012-05-12T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_11_the_weeknd/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_11_the_weeknd/#When:04:00:01Z The Weeknd is the stage name of the Ethiopian, Toronto-based R&B singer Abel Tesfaye. The Weeknd gained popularity in March 2011 after releasing his first album, House of Balloons. Prior to working with producers Illangelo and Doc McKinney, the artist was previously associated with the production team The Noise. Showbox at the Market This Rules! 2012-05-12T04:00:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/05_11_12_spring_show_the_dream_kendrick_lamar/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/05_11_12_spring_show_the_dream_kendrick_lamar/#When:03:00:01Z Atlanta-native, The-Dream, has topped R&B charts with hits including “Rockin’ that Shit” and “Falsetto,” and is releasing his fourth-studio album this summer. The-Dream has also won two Grammys for songwriting and production of Beyonce’s “Single Ladies.” He also produced “Umbrella” by Rihanna as well as “Baby” by Justin Bieber. Kendrick Lamar, is a rising MC from Compton who has recently toured with Drake and released hits such as “The Recipe (feat Dr. Dre)” and “A.D.H.D.” Lamar is a notoriously high-energy performer, and absolutely killed it alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and hologram Tupac at the Coachella Music Festival. Alaska Airlines Arena at the Hec Edmundson Pavillion Live 2012-05-12T03:00:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_09_pigeon_john/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_09_pigeon_john/#When:04:00:00Z Pigeon John is a Los Angeles area rapper who has recorded four studio albums as a solo artist, as well as several others as a member of the groups like L.A. Symphony and Brainwash Projects. Pigeon John has been featured as a collaborator on numerous other recordings with various artists. He is currently signed to Quannum Projects and has performed on several U.S. tours including Cali Comm Tour and has been featured in publications including Entertainment Weekly, VIBE, SPIN Magazine and LA Weekly. In 2006, Pigeon John was featured in an interview on National Public Radio. Nectar Lounge Live 2012-05-10T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_08_the_black_keys/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_08_the_black_keys/#When:03:00:00Z The Black Keys new album, El Camino, released December 6 on Nonesuch Records, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200. The duo is currently featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine for the first time (January 19 issue). In celebration of the release, embarks on the first leg of their North American tour this March, featuring sold-out shows at Chicagos United Center, DCs Verizon Center, and two nights at New Yorks Madison Square Garden followed by a second batch of April dates, including shows at Austins Frank Erwin Center and Seattles Key Arena. Special guests Arctic Monkeys open on the tour. Concert ticket and album packages are available at the bands site. The Black Keys are teaming up with Tickets-for-Charity to offer fans access to some of the best seats in the house. Proceeds will benefit Community Support Services in Akron, OH and W.O. Smith Music Key Arena Live 2012-05-09T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_05_tech_n9ne/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_05_tech_n9ne/#When:03:30:00Z Independent rap superstar Tech N9ne is scheduled to make history and shatter records in 2012. The Strange Music maven is slated to headline the Hostile Takeover 2012 Tour, which will launch in March and includes 90 shows in 99 days, making it the longest tour in rap history. It will make stops in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Dallas, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Baltimore, Denver and Seattle, among other cities. I started planting the seeds for this music thing to expand more than 10 years ago and to see it be recognized globally like this is a beautiful thing, says Tech N9ne, who will be joined on Hostile Takeover 2012 Tour by Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), Krizz Kaliko, Mayday, Prozak and Stevie Stone. We started Strange Music so we could make the music we wanted to make and tour like we wanted to tour. Now, to be able to make history like this is a wonderful accomplishment. The Hostile Takeover 2012 Tour will be the only domestic tour of 2012 where fans can see Tech N9ne perform. Showbox Sodo Live, This Rules! 2012-05-06T03:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_04_fictitious/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_04_fictitious/#When:05:00:00Z Highline Live 2012-05-05T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_01_rise_decolonize_2_may_day_general_strike/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_05_01_rise_decolonize_2_may_day_general_strike/#When:17:00:01Z Hip Hop Occupies to Decolonize presents Rise & Decolonize II, in solidarity with International Worker’s Day and the Global General Strike. We are inviting artists, youth, families, and the broader Seattle community to save the date and join us at Westlake Park from 9am-4pm for a day of music, live art, dance, cypher sessions, and more in the spirit of Hip Hop and creative resistance, as well as in remembrance of Trayvon Marvin, Rekia Boyd, Shaima Alawai, Rhamarley Graham, Kenneth Camberlin Sr., Wendell Allen, John T. Williams, and all those whose lives were lost to systemic and internalized white supremecy. Schedule: 9am-11am Breakfast & General Assembly 11am-4pm Performances, speakers, & rally Just like Hip Hop transcends borders in movement and motion, we as people decolonize our bodies, minds, hearts, and communities. The whole world is watching, another world is possible! Westlake Park Live 2012-05-01T17:00:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_28_andre_nickatina/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_28_andre_nickatina/#When:04:00:00Z Nickatina’s business acumen is as sharp and honorable as his presence on stage. Nickatina’s vision as an artist has been admired by many of his peers as he is seen as one of the last Bay Area Legends who was not only present during the golden-era of Hip-Hop, but one of the few artists who has helped Hip-Hop grow and who has remained ultimately relevant with each successive album he has released. Without saying so, Nickatina has had his finger on the pulse of what is raw, uncut and capable of capturing the mind and ears of listeners. Never one to follow or ride trends, Andre Nickatina is a rare breed of artist… one of the last original trend setters. Nickatina does not do what the people want… rather the people want to know what Dre will do next. Showbox at the Market Live 2012-04-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_28_zeds_dead/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_28_zeds_dead/#When:04:00:00Z DC and Hooks are Zeds Dead. Zeds Dead has earned an excellent reputation amongst a new generation of producers as artists without borders - genres hold no bearing over their music as they transcend style and form with ease. By pulling from a vast array of source material (Radiohead, The Rolling Stones, The Moody Blues, Sublime), and molding it into their unique brand of dance-floor classics, They have established themselves as a dominant force in EDM circles and have received recognition and praise from tastemakers worldwide. With a stockpile of originals and remixes set to be released in 2011, Hooks and DC show no signs of slowing down. Catch them live and you’ll know: Zeds Dead is here to stay. Showbox Sodo Live 2012-04-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_27_wd4d/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_27_wd4d/#When:06:00:00Z WD4D aka Waylon Dungan is one of Seattle’s most talented and ambitious beat scientists whose bold style has injected new sonic fusions into the city’s hip hop and electronic music communities. Versatile and always fresh, WD4D’s sound ranges from left-field experimental beats and funky upbeat dance music to jazzed-up hip hop and soulful underground rap. Producing and DJing for almost sixteen years, WD4D was recently dubbed “The Feel-Good DJ of the Decade” by Seattle’s The Stranger newspaper.  Electric Tea Garden Live 2012-04-28T06:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_25_justice/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_25_justice/#When:03:00:00Z JUSTICE, The French duo formed by Gaspard Aug and Xavier de Rosnay, is the band of a whole generation. When the two friends were still bright students in graphic design, in 2003 they made JUSTICE a place to experiment a hybrid genre between music and image, which blends pop and electronic borders, and showcases the talents of 2 fascinating passionate pop culture craftsmen, bored with hierarchy. They met Pedro Winter who had just founded his label ED BANGER RECORDS, he immediately signs them after listening to We Are Your Friends which, with its joyful and vitamin-enriched electro beats combined with exhilarating voices, became the hymn of a whole generation and one of the most important tracks of the year 2000, celebrating a reconciliation of pop music and the dancefloor. It was awarded an MTV Video Award in 2007, bringing about the famous live TV appearance with Kanye West outraged that his million $ clip was outclassed by a home-made bomb. (Once the misunderstanding was cleared up, Justice, Ed Banger and So_Me became a constant source of inspiration for Kanye and his superstar rappers colleagues. Kanye even employed So-Me as director for the video for his hit song Good Life), Jay Z will use D.A.N.C.E for his next album. Paramount Theater Live, This Rules! 2012-04-26T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_20_center_of_the_universe/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_20_center_of_the_universe/#When:04:00:00Z Nectar Lounge Live 2012-04-21T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_13_all_city_jumpoff/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_13_all_city_jumpoff/#When:05:30:00Z AllCityChop Mixtapes CD Release Party for “The SIX”. This is the 6th installation of ACC from dj Zeta Barber!! Lo-Fi Performance Gallery Live 2012-04-14T05:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_12_champagne_champagne/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_12_champagne_champagne/#When:04:00:00Z “The only goal for our group is to make music that makes us feel good. I must say they are some feel good tunes.” -Champagne Champagne Neumos Live, This Rules! 2012-04-13T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_11_oliver/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_11_oliver/#When:05:00:00Z Vaughn Oliver (U-Tern) is one of Vancouver’s top-tier purveyors of cutting edge disco sleaze. Oliver Goldstein (aka Oligee) is a San Fernando Valley native and lifelong beat whisperer, a virtuosic overlord of third millennium romantifunk. Together they form OLIVER, a group built to take arms against a sea of sonic trouble. To para-quote Vonnegut, spending up to sixteen hours a day in the studio can’t be healthy. But OLIVER is quick to acknowledge that sacrifices must be made. So throw your hands in the air and wave them like you could not care less. We are OLIVER. We make music for the country and the city. Chop Suey DJ 2012-04-12T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_10_mike_snow/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_10_mike_snow/#When:03:00:00Z A large portion of the people involved in the “creative” side of the music business spend their entire career dedicated to the singular goal of recognition, specifically the type that gets you recognized - be it magazine covers, billboards, TV, etc. In a culture obsessed with becoming famous, what do we make of artists who chose to remain anonymous? Or, for that matter, use a jackalope as their visual representative? This brings us to Miike Snow. Up to this point they’ve remained pretty mysterious, proving nearly impossible to find any information about, photographic or otherwise. Man? DJ? Robot? Miike Snow is a band. Swedish duo Christian Karlsson and Pontus Winnberg are childhood friends who spent time playing in bands and working on various projects in studios throughout Gothenburg. After separate moves to Stockholm they reunited in 2000 when their paths crossed with American Andrew Wyatt to write a pop album for a someone else. The release was small, there was little distribution and an alleged large sum of money was lost in the process. The three stayed in touch and a friendship was formed and in 2007 Miike Snow was born. Paramount Theater DJ 2012-04-11T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_09_coast_2_coast_industry_mixer/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_09_coast_2_coast_industry_mixer/#When:05:00:00Z The highly successful Coast 2 Coast Industry Mixer is coming to Seattle for the first Northwest Edition! Calling all Artists, DJs, Media and Models from the area to join Coast 2 Coast for their first trip here If you are an artist, you can submit your song for consideration to be on the bill.  They will be giving away prizes to the top performances including promo packages and new gear. Celebrity Showcase judges include: Cool Nutz, Host of North West Breakout Show WILD 107.5 Portland Senator Skid, A&R Coordinator for Bad Boy Records DJ B-Mello of Sirius/XM Radio, Shade 45, Core DJ and Shadyville DJ Producer Keyboard Kid and more El Corazón Live 2012-04-10T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_07_tyga/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_07_tyga/#When:04:00:00Z Tyga’s aptly titled debut album NO INTRODUCTION is set for release this spring. The lead single “Coconut Juice” produced by SAM & Sluggo, is a track just screaming to take over radio. Tyga explains the meaning behind the unusual phrase “I don’t drink alcohol, so at parties I would just walk around with a cup mixed with whatever else I could find. When people asked what I was sipping on I would say ‘coconut juice’ because it sounded funny. So I made a song about it.” The album also features diverse production from Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy, The Roots, Lupe Fiasco) and Stress (Ghostface Killah, Cassidy) as well as appearances by Stump, Travis, & Lil Wayne. Ladies & Gentleman, meet the most famous unknown artist in music, someone who needs no introduction “ TYGA. Showbox Sodo Live 2012-04-08T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_06_graves_33/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_06_graves_33/#When:04:00:00Z This only happens once in a lifetime! Gaves is turning 30 and to celebrate he’s throwing a show. This event is going to be the biggest best party he’s ever thrown! On the bill is his friend, Sadistik who he’s been Djing for this past year as well as Ceschi Ramos, Sole and Bleubird courtesy of Fake Four/Grimm Image. This event is hosted mainly by the ever so exciting and energetic, my good friends, Greg&Jerome.  During his set you can expect cameo appearances by Sarx, Greg&Jerome and more… Nectar Lounge Live 2012-04-07T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_05_mt_st_helens_vietnam_band/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_04_05_mt_st_helens_vietnam_band/#When:04:00:00Z Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band exploded on to the Seattle music scene in the summer of 2008. By the following spring they had signed to the influential indie label Dead Oceans, and released their first album, grabbing national attention from Spin, NME, Paste, and a host of other major publications. The performance of their first album: a wild, unhinged, and capricious group of songs, helped earn them a reputation for putting on vastly entertaining performances. They soon embarked on tours alongside Cursive, Japandroids, Frog Eyes, and made appearances at several festivals across the US and Canada. After two full-length albums, hundreds of shows played across North America, and a period of hibernation, Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band reemerge this spring in Seattle. They will be releasing and performing several new songs, written mostly during singer/guitarist Benjamin Verdoes’ summer sabbatical in San Francisco. Infused with the warmth and simplicity that proceeds from life’s unpredictability, their new music and line-up reflect a band that is continually pushing to reinvent itself. Far from being finished, MSHVB, it seems, may be only just beginning. Neumos Live 2012-04-06T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_30_nit_grit_two_fresh/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_30_nit_grit_two_fresh/#When:04:00:00Z The dubstep electronic genre has emerged as a force in the United States, and no one embodies its momentum more than San Jose based artist NiT GriT. One of the most prolific and hardworking of the new field of dubstep/grime performers, his current music was formed in his home turf of the Bay area from a background in glitch, idm, and breakcore, and is set apart by its soulfulness and melody. True to the trend towards dramatic entrances in so many of the new fraternity of sensational dubstep artists, NiT GriT burst on the scene with his first show in March 2010 in a co-billing with Excision Neumos DJ 2012-03-31T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_29_theesatisfaction_awe_naturale_album_release/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_29_theesatisfaction_awe_naturale_album_release/#When:04:00:00Z THEESatisfaction are Stasia Irons and Catherine Harris-White. Stas was born and raised in Tacoma, Cat in Seattle and Hawaii. The pair live/laugh/love/dance and create in Seattle, WA. They write, produce and perform their own material, funk-psychedelic feminista sci-fi epics with the warmth and depth of Black Jazz and Sunday morning soul, frosted with icy raps that evoke equal parts Elaine Brown, Ursula Rucker and Q-Tip. They met by what was clearly cosmic happenstance at the University of Washington and haven’t stopped the flow since. Neumos Live 2012-03-30T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_28_the_ting_tings/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_28_the_ting_tings/#When:04:00:00Z Katie White and Jules De Martino needed a name for the “unintentional band” they’d created in 2007. For the sheer fun of it, Katie (vocals, guitar and bass drum) and Jules (vocals, drums, electronics) had begun writing songs together and doing impromptu shows as a two piece. Suddenly, they were generating massive excitement at a series of house parties at Manchester’s Islington Mill, a derelict cotton mill from the Industrial Revolution converted into a thriving underground artist collective housing painters, filmmakers, writers, sculptures, musicians and more. Showbox at the Market Live, This Rules! 2012-03-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_28_yuksek1/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_28_yuksek1/#When:04:00:00Z “Yuksek (Pierre-Alexandre Busson) is a french electronic music producer, remixer and DJ, native of Reims, France. He’s easily been in the top 3 artists that we’ve [Neumos] wanted to book since we started Trashed a couple years ago (waiting, waiting, waiting). His remixes and original productions are dancefloor gold. His live show historically has been him, keyboards, effects boxes and tens of thousands of fans… “ Neumos DJ 2012-03-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_24_of_montreal/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_24_of_montreal/#When:04:00:01Z he brainchild of singer/guitarist Kevin Barnes, Of Montreal was among the second wave of bands to emerge from the sprawling Elephant 6 collective. A native of Athens, Georgia, Barnes was inspired to form the euphoric indie pop group in the wake of a broken romance with a woman from Montreal. He signed with Bar/None Records while living in Florida, subsequently moved to Cleveland and Minneapolis in search of compatible bandmates, and finally returned home to collaborate with bassist Bryan Helium (also a member of Athens’ Elf Power) and drummer Derek Almstead. Showbox at the Market Live 2012-03-25T04:00:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_18_ying_yang_twins/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_18_ying_yang_twins/#When:04:00:00Z We ask that everyone wear black and white attire (not required) Nectar Lounge Live 2012-03-19T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_17_george_clinton_parliament_funkadelic/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_17_george_clinton_parliament_funkadelic/#When:04:00:00Z George Clinton is one of the greatest innovators of urban based soul, rock and funk over the last forty years. Now George has created his own label, The C Kunspyruhzy that will release George’s first studio album in ten years, followed by solo recordings by individual members of the P-Funk empire. Clinton also plans to release a collection of Parliament-Funkadelic, and P-Funk All Stars live recordings gleaned from board tapes. Called the Uncut Funk Series, the live CD’s will incorporate some of the best shows over the past thirty years and will be augmented with superior graphics and extensive liner notes. “We got four generations of fans out there who keep bugging me to get these live shows out there, and now’s the time,” George says. “I’ve seen what the Grateful Dead have been doing with their archives, as well as bands like Pearl Jam, and I figured it was time to show the world what the funk is all about.” Showbox at the Market Live 2012-03-18T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_17_j_boog/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_17_j_boog/#When:04:00:00Z J Boog is a man of many influences. The singer of Samoan descent was born in Long Beach and raised in Compton, California. Growing up in the rough streets of Compton, the strong sense of tradition and culture that J Boog absorbed from his family was instrumental in his path to stay off the streets and begin a successful music career. At the age of four, after hearing his older sister playing the piano, he developed an interest and started watching her and learning about music. Soon, J was singing along to the notes & melodies he heard his sister play. A while later, she brought home a Bob Marley song book. Even at this young age, J knew Bob’s name and his music. Upon hearing his sister begin to play, something clicked inside J. He hasn’t been the same since. Showbox Sodo Live, This Rules! 2012-03-18T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_16_dmx/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_16_dmx/#When:05:00:00Z DMX (Dark Man X) is a hard core rapper from the East Coast school, known for his aggressively brutal raps. DMX’s 1998 single “Get At Me Dog” was a top-40 hit that pushed him into the upper tier of popular rappers and revived the strength of the Def Jam record label. The same year his debut album It’s Dark, and Hell is Hot went to #1 on the Billboard charts. He followed that album with Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood (1999) and ...And Then There Was X (2000), both of which debuted at the no. 1 spot on the charts. He also recorded with the Ruff Ryders, a loose conglomeration of hip-hop all-stars. DMX then veered into acting and appeared in Romeo Must Die (2000, with Jet Li), Exit Wounds (2001, with Steven Seagal) and Never Die Alone (2004, with Michael Ealy). His run-ins with the law kept him in the public eye, but in 2003 he retired from recording. In 2006 DMX (sometimes called “Dog") was in the spotlight again, with a new album (Year of the Dog, Again, on the SonyBMG label) and a reality series on the BET cable network, DMX: Soul of a Man. iMusic Live 2012-03-17T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_13_saul_williams/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_13_saul_williams/#When:04:00:00Z “Who I am and what I do seems to vary by mod, mood, and mode of expression. I write. I act. I perform. Most of the labels that are projected onto me are seldom how I would choose to refer to myself. Yet, regardless of how much I might dodge classification, the one label that I tote freely is that of being an artist. And it is the art of self expression that has heightened my experience on this planet and fueled my understanding of love, compassion, and humanity. I write music because I have found that I cannot relie on other artists, or the music industry to provide the release that I need from a days work, a night out, to inspire a mood, a movement, or simply explore the unsaid in ways that are important to me. I’ve sought to become self sufficient. In music I think of myself as an explorer participating in the construction of the soundscape of the new world that is being hatched out of our dreams, hope and visions of peace and harmony… that don’t necesarily mean my shit is soft though… Neumos Live 2012-03-14T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_12_feed_me_with_teeth/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_12_feed_me_with_teeth/#When:03:00:00Z Don’t miss UK Dubstep DJ Feed Me LIVE with dance-punk band TEETH. Feed Me is s a drum & bass, electro house, dubstep, and intelligent dance music producer and DJ from Hertfordshire, England. He kicks off his U.S. and Canada Tour here in Seattle! Showbox at the Market DJ 2012-03-13T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_11_gappy_ranks/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_11_gappy_ranks/#When:04:00:00Z The Crocodile 2012-03-12T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_jugahill_javierre_p_project_release/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_jugahill_javierre_p_project_release/#When:05:00:00Z Thanks to all the supporters of pre-Album chapter 1, 2, & 3 we are excited to release the debut album of Javierre P in collaboration with Seattles own Juga Hill (formally known as Gameboy & 80’s Baby). Come celebrate our release March 9th & 10th and be the first to receive JugaHill & Javierre P’s latest album absolutely FREE!!!...Come except this free gift as a thank you for supporting independent Hip-Hop. Cafe Zippy LLC Live 2012-03-10T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_fresh_espresso/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_fresh_espresso/#When:04:00:00Z “Fresh Espresso’s approach is tight, fresh, and referntial all at once… Perfecting a formula that’s equal parts brilliant and crazy.” -Ma’Chell Duma LaVassar (SEATTLE WEEKLY) “Rik’s saucy, art-damaged gentleman flow is savage over Smoov’s afterparty bounce, and P himself is a nice complement on the vocals; it’s rugged but breezy smooth, experimental yet official, bugged-out but deceptively subtle.” “But I can’t front, P Smoov got beats like a mug—his raved-up synth madness is quick to morph into some skitzo grime shit or bass-heavy screw music, with seizure-inducing chopped vocal hooks” -Larry Mizell Jr for “My Philosophy” (THE STRANGER) “Not since hearing Blue Scholars’ eponymous debut in 2004 have I been so excited about a local work of hiphop art.” - Charles Mudede (THE STRANGER) Neumos Live 2012-03-10T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_alive_well_grand_opening/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_09_alive_well_grand_opening/#When:02:00:00Z In Store Meet and Greet 6pm-8pm Alive & Well Other 2012-03-10T02:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/liquid_courage_karaoke1/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/liquid_courage_karaoke1/#When:16:00:00Z We understand that sometimes, it can be frightening to stand up on stage and belt your heart out to Jodeci. It’s totally normal. But, we have the cure to your stage fright, and just the thing to satiate your Karaoke cravings. Tuesday nights, starting at 8pm in the Crocodile Back Bar, we bring to you, LIQUID COURAGE KARAOKE, a time where you and your friends can come, enjoy your favorite alcoholic (or non alcoholic) beverages, peruse an extensive catalog of songs and cheer on your peers. No, you don’t have to rent out a room for this, or pay a nasty cover. Just come as you are! 8pm-12am, every Tuesday. The Crocodile This Rules! 2012-03-06T16:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_03_goodsin_luckone/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_03_goodsin_luckone/#When:04:00:00Z For One Night Only join The Good Sin & Luck-One as they celebrate the release of their new albums. The Good Sin’s sophomore follow up to “Late” is entitled “The Story of Love x Hate” with a due date of February 14th, 2012 (Valentines Day) and Luck-One releases his third official album, The follow up to “Beautiful Music”, “Beautiful Music Pt. 2″. The Crocodile This Rules! 2012-03-04T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_03_one_be_lo/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_03_one_be_lo/#When:04:00:00Z Deep-thinking Pontiac, MI-based MC Nashid Sulaiman (born Raland Scruggs, he converted to Islam during a prison stay for armed robbery) was first known on-stage as OneManArmy and then, eventually, One Be Lo. As OneManArmy, he was one-half of Binary Star, a duo that released the under-recognized Waterworld album in 1999. The first One Be Lo solo album, Project F.E.T.U.S., surfaced on Subterraneous in 2003, and a second album—S.O.N.O.G.R.A.M., released through Fat Beats—came two years later. Since neither his sound nor his image are all that mainstream-friendly, he relied on tireless touring and word of mouth, something that gave him enough fan support to issue The R.E.B.I.R.T.H. in December 2007 (though the record was made more widely available to the public in early 2008).  Be Lo’s last release LABOR dropped in September 2011. Nectar Lounge Live 2012-03-04T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_02_grynch/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_03_02_grynch/#When:04:00:00Z Local emcee Grynch is having a party to celebrate the release of his new album Perspective. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, 21-year-old MC Grynch first discovered Hip-Hop in elementary school when a classmate let him borrow a tape of Dr. Dre’s classic, The Chronic. From that point on, it was a wrap as he became completely immersed in Hip-Hop music and culture, listening to and studying everything from Snoop Doggy Dogg’s Doggystyle to Mobb Deep’s The Infamous. It wouldn’t be long before Grynch would try his hand at writing rhymes himself at the age of 10. He spent the next few years learning his craft and released his first project, an EP titled The 7 Deadly Sins, during his senior year of high school in 2004. The project’s release was limited but it generated a buzz big enough for more than a few people to take notice of Grynch’s potential as an artist. He released his debut LP, This Is What I Do, in 2005. The album was received well within the Northwest Hip-Hop scene, with its lead single “So Free” receiving spins on both KUBE 93.3 FM and X104.5 FM. Grynch has shared stages with a variety of national artists including Little Brother, Joe Budden, C-Rayz Walz, Mac Mall & Blue Scholars. He has also collaborated with a number of notable artists including Dogg Pound affiliate Bad Azz, Geologic of Blue Scholars, Macklemore, D.Black, Neema of Unexpected Arrival, Fatal Lucciauno & Ricky Pharoe. In addition, Grynch has been featured on numerous projects and compilations including Reigncraft Vol. 6: Gotta Do It! on which he has the opening track, “That’s Hip-Hop.” The song received spins on both KUBE 93.3 FM and KEXP 90.3 FM as well as Shade 45 on Sirius Satellite Radio. Neumos This Rules! 2012-03-03T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z We understand that sometimes, it can be frightening to stand up on stage and belt your heart out to Jodeci. It’s totally normal. But, we have the cure to your stage fright, and just the thing to satiate your Karaoke cravings. Tuesday nights, starting at 8pm in the Crocodile Back Bar, we bring to you, LIQUID COURAGE KARAOKE, a time where you and your friends can come, enjoy your favorite alcoholic (or non alcoholic) beverages, peruse an extensive catalog of songs and cheer on your peers. No, you don’t have to rent out a room for this, or pay a nasty cover. Just come as you are! 8pm-12am, every Tuesday. The Crocodile Live, This Rules! 2012-02-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/rusko/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/rusko/#When:03:00:00Z With his adventurous sound and unrelenting energy, Rusko has undoubtedly changed the face of dubstep, injecting an unprecedented element of fun that sends audiences across the globe into dance floor nirvana. Prepare yourself for a roller-coaster ride of growling synths and explosive bass with Rusko + Sigma on April 27th. WaMu Theater Live, This Rules! 2012-02-28T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_25_rebelution/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_25_rebelution/#When:04:00:00Z Hailing from Santa Barbara, California, Rebelution has developed into a front-runner for grassroots, independent and touring driven music groups representing the Cali-Reggae genre. Originally formed in 2004, members Eric Rachmany (vocals / guitar,) Rory Carey (keyboards,) Wesley Finley (drums,) and Marley D. Williams (bass) met in college, while residing in Isla Vista, a popular beachside community in Santa Barbara. It was there that the seeds to Rebelution’s future would be planted-- and would instill their kick back, “worry free” vibes, catchy refrain, and optimistic, inspiring, and engaging music that would leave their listeners with the sense that they have the power to make this world a better place. Showbox Sodo Live, This Rules! 2012-02-26T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/ra_scion/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/ra_scion/#When:03:30:00Z RA Scion gained musical skill while in Zambia, but later began a solo career, playing a new style of hip hop with a spiritual message, inspired by his membership in the Bahá’í Faith. The Vera Project Live, This Rules! 2012-02-26T03:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_24_blue_sky_black_death_nacho_picasso/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_24_blue_sky_black_death_nacho_picasso/#When:04:00:00Z Blue Sky Black Death are an accomplished West Coast production duo. Their sound transforms the raw into the refined through technically building layers that exceed the boundaries of any one particular musical genre. Young God and Kingston make up the duo, and acquire additional people to help construct the synthesis of instrumental variety. Often a single track will involve a violin, cello, keyboard, and guitar mixed with live vocals and abstract samplings. Each song compiles and manipulates to make the music engage on several levels. The production duo recently teamed up with Seattle up and comer Nacho Picasso, and fellow producer Raised By Wolves to create “For the Glory’ and “Lord Of The Fly” released only 4 months apart these two albums have received critical acclaim from Spin Magazine, Pitchfork, StereoGum, URB Magazine, Hip Hop DX, and many more. This is the first time ever Nacho , BSBD, and Raised by Wolves will share the stage in a live performance. Neumos Live 2012-02-25T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_23_the_soul_of_hip_hop/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_23_the_soul_of_hip_hop/#When:05:00:00Z Immaculate Flave brings you exciting night of vibrant & engaging artists from the NW & beyond, capturing the essence of “The Soul Of Hip Hop”. FlaveWorld artist X-Kid is riding high on a wave of great performances , buzzing with a string of releases captivating fans & audiences alike including “The Don Juan Of Saddam”, “Smoke Music 2” & new album from X-Kid’s band Black Gravity “The Singularity”. X-Kid has teamed up with Salt Lake City, UT artists George Life & The Bridge & Vernon, NJ’s finest Timmy Grins, currently touring the US w/ Kosha Dillz on the 3rd Rail Jam Snowboard Tour, sprinkled with a heavy dose of NW musical masters of lyrical dynamics & pulse pounding beats to bring you an unparalled evening of soulful vibes. Faire Gallery Cafe Bar Live 2012-02-24T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_21_liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_21_liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z Guaranteed best song selection in the city, period. From Hip-hop to Rock, Classic Party Jams to 80’s Ballads & 90’s R&B. FREE 8PM - MIDNIGHT In The Crocodile Back Bar The Crocodile Other, This Rules! 2012-02-22T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_the_budos_band/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_the_budos_band/#When:04:00:00Z Staten Island is home to the extraordinary Budos Band whose Afrobeat-influenced jazz-funk has caused many a dance floor meltdown at clubs and theatres across the land. At the core of the band are a handful of musicians who met at an after-school jazz program. They used to take late-night ferry rides to Manhattan to hear groups like Antibalas and Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings. Those lessons in Afro-soul clearly struck a chord, because the 11-member Budos Band was soon bending ears with its hot sound – so much so that they were signed to Brooklyn’s Daptone Records and have since release an album titled Budos Band II. Don’t miss what promises to be an electrifying JazzFest premiere! Neumos Live, This Rules! 2012-02-20T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_jugahill/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_jugahill/#When:03:00:00Z With over 100,000+ records distributed JugaHill and tha D.O.E. is dedicating this year to the fans. After countless request JugaHill will be filling 2012 calendar with live performances as well as a series of free appreciation projects that will be available at www.jugahill.com Come join us on our journey to success, and much love and appreciation for those who had assisted in our journey so far. The Rendezvous Live 2012-02-20T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_206_zulu/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_19_206_zulu/#When:02:00:00Z National Hip Hop Summit featuring: -Zulu Jam: DJ & MC Performances (in Lodge) -Zulu Throwdown: Top 16 (in Main Hall) 4 vs 4 Crew Battles for $1,000 Cash & Prizes -Graff Expo & Live Art -Food & More! Washington Hall Live 2012-02-20T02:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_18_zulu_jam_w_afrika_bambaataa/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_18_zulu_jam_w_afrika_bambaataa/#When:04:00:00Z Afrika Bambaataa is one of the three main originators of break-beat deejaying, and is respectfully known as the “Grandfather” and “Godfather” of Hip Hop Culture as well as The Father of The Electro Funk Sound. Through his co-opting of the street gang the Black Spades into the music and culture-oriented Zulu Nation, he is responsible for spreading rap and hip-hop culture throughout the world. He has consistently made records nationally and internationally, every one to two years, spanning the 1980’s into the next Millennium 2000.  Washington Hall Live 2012-02-19T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_18_soul_of_seattle/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_18_soul_of_seattle/#When:03:00:00Z Empathy Records with The Town Entertainment present the Soul of Seattle official album release celebration with a special soulful tribute to the legendary Marvin Gaye! Tickets are only $15 or $20 which includes the full-length compilation CD. You can grab tickets online or at any of our sponsor locations: Good Hair Salon -(206) 709-7699 Lashaun Daye Hair Salon -(206) 322-3344 The Shop-Ennis Ticeson Hair Design -(206) 722-6527 Hard Rock Cafe Live 2012-02-19T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_fatal_lucciauno_album_respect_release_party_birthday_bash/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_fatal_lucciauno_album_respect_release_party_birthday_bash/#When:05:00:00Z Chop Suey Live 2012-02-18T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_open_mike_eagle/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_open_mike_eagle/#When:04:00:00Z With eyes refocusing on the Los Angeles underground hip-hop scene, Open Mike Eagle is poised to become the latest in an illustrious line of MCs to step out of the Los Angeles underground and onto the national stage. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Open Mike cut his teeth rapping with fellow broad shoulder underground MCs before moving to Los Angeles in 2004. He has since settled in with LA’s Project Blowed, co-founding the crews Thirsty Fish and the Swim Team, while earning a rep as both an intelligent rhyme writer and a formidable battle MC. Gifted with a facile style, knack for droll wordplay, and penchant for penning memorable hooks that recalls fellow Blowed alums Mikah-9 and Abstract Rude, Open Mike Eagle presents art rap for the mass Nectar Lounge Live 2012-02-18T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_buck_65/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_buck_65/#When:04:00:00Z Tractor Tavern Live, This Rules! 2012-02-18T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_206_zulu/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_17_206_zulu/#When:03:00:00Z National Hip Hop Summit featuring: Meet & Greet DJs Rockin’ B-Boy/Girl Cyphers & Battle Registration Blackbook Sessions Chess Food Graff Expo Washington Hall Other 2012-02-18T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_14_liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_14_liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z Guaranteed best song selection in the city, period. From Hip-hop to Rock, Classic Party Jams to 80’s Ballads & 90’s R&B. FREE 8PM - MIDNIGHT In The Crocodile Back Bar The Crocodile Other, This Rules! 2012-02-15T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_10_mutemath/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_10_mutemath/#When:03:00:00Z Currently wrapping up their Odd Soul Introduction Tour, rock innovators MUTEMATH will kick off 2012 with another tour that begins January 26th and criss-crosses the U.S. before finishing up on March 18th in Atlanta. The band are touring in support of their new album Odd Soul, which was released on October 4th on Teleprompt/Warner Bros Records. “Blood Pressure,” the first single from Odd Soul, is climbing the charts at Alternative Radio, while the video premiered on MTV, MTV2, MTVu, MTV Hits and MTV.com. MUTEMATH have been selected as VH1’s “You Oughta Know” artist for the month of November. The band, which received a “Best Short Form Music Video” Grammy Award nomination in 2007 for its single “Typical,” conceived, coordinated and shot the “Blood Pressure” clip in less than 24 hours. It was edited entirely by drummer Darren King. Showbox Sodo Live 2012-02-11T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_09_the_dudefest_2012_the_big_lebowski_movie_party/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_09_the_dudefest_2012_the_big_lebowski_movie_party/#When:03:00:00Z Dudefest is back and better then ever on February 9th, 2012 with live performance by Staxx Brothers, DJ Space Monkey and a live burlesque performance by Le Petit Mort and a free screening of the The Big Lebowski. We’ve moved the party indoors at one of Seattle’s top music venues for more White Russians, live music and general abiding and what-have-you’s than ever before.  Neumos Arts, Other, This Rules! 2012-02-10T03:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_08_king_dro/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_08_king_dro/#When:04:00:00Z King Dro rappin & talkin all types of shit Waid’s Restaurant & Lounge Live 2012-02-09T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_07_liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_07_liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z Guaranteed best song selection in the city, period. From Hip-hop to Rock, Classic Party Jams to 80’s Ballads & 90’s R&B. FREE 8PM - MIDNIGHT In The Crocodile Back Bar The Crocodile Other, This Rules! 2012-02-08T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_04_kexp_audioasis/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_04_kexp_audioasis/#When:05:00:00Z Net proceeds benefit Hepatitis Education Project Major Funding for Audioasis comes from New Belgium Brewing Company Additional support for Audioasis comes from the Seattle Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs and US Bancorp. The Hepatitis Education Project is a non-profit organization that’s committed supporting and advocating for people affected by hepatitis and to helping raise hepatitis awareness amongst patients, medical professionals and the general public. To learn more visit KEXP.ORG. Sunset Tavern Live 2012-02-05T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_04_dont_talk_to_the_cops/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_04_dont_talk_to_the_cops/#When:05:00:00Z Trashed Presents: Don’t Talk To The Cops ‘Let’s Quit’ Album Release Party. “Don’t Talk to the Cops! are....making punk-minded, irresistible breakbeat gold. Together they rap, strut and put on a hook-stuffed synth and beat revue. It’s soul with attitude.” - The Stranger The new album consists of maddeningly catchy cuts that pair deceptively simple lyrics and themes with heart-attack- inducing electro-punk-hop production, showcasing the talents of djblesOne and emecks. Baltic Room Live 2012-02-05T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_03_scribes_bday_bash/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_02_03_scribes_bday_bash/#When:16:00:00Z Scribes is a Hip Hop and R&B artist from Seattle, WA. He is well known through out the northwest. Though independently established, he has built a large following and gained the respect of listeners for his abilities as an unparalleled vocal talent (rapper/singer/lyricist) and also for being one of the hardest working talents in the region. He has performed through out the northwest and opened for many different successful national artists. He has collaborated/worked with artists such as Stone Gossard & Mike McCready of Pearl Jam, Macklemore, SOL and Zion I. Neumos Live, This Rules! 2012-02-03T16:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_29_gift_of_gab/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_29_gift_of_gab/#When:04:00:00Z Gift of Gab has canceled his Northwest tour and Seattle show at Nectar due to health problems experienced last weekend. Ra Scion, Th3rdz, Luke Rain, The Night Caps, P. Washington, and Tangible Thought will perform on Sun Jan 28 as scheduled. Tickets will be $5. Sunday’s show will now be a “Get Well Gift” party. The Get Well Gift Party will be filmed and sent to Gift of Gab with a message from Seattle fans in support of a speedy recovery. Get to the show and help us send a healing message to one of our favorite emcees.  Nectar Lounge Live, This Rules! 2012-01-30T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_fly_moon_royalty/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_fly_moon_royalty/#When:05:00:00Z Comet Tavern Live 2012-01-29T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_the_love_jones_experience/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_the_love_jones_experience/#When:04:30:00Z The Love Jones Experience is coming to Seattle! Grammy Nominated Poet, Tasha Jones is featured in a very special UrbanStar Entertainment Spoken word/Neo-Soul event.  Tasha Jones is the youngest Indiana Poet Laureate nominee, an activist, poet, author, educator, lecturer, musician, and motivational speaker. A virtuosic performer with an acute ability to interlace complex threads with conventional wisdom. Her works are unique in which, Jones brilliantly marries the art of storytelling to the audaciousness of Hip Hop which breeds Literature in full throttle. A prolific writer, Tasha Jones soothes the soul and heals the body with words that cleverly infuses everyday life experiences with scripture to create works that empower. The diversity in her writings garner hope. Also performing: Tiffany Wilson with her live band and local Poet and amazing speaker, Aaron Reader. Beverage specials include $3.00 Well Drinks and Domestic Beer until 11:00PM. Scarlet Tree Live 2012-01-29T04:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_seattle_laptop_battle/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_28_seattle_laptop_battle/#When:04:00:00Z The Seattle Laptop Battle is back!!! On Saturday, January 28th, the LoFi Performance Gallery will host 14 of the regions hottest up and coming laptop producers inna soundclash. 3 minute rounds means lots of frantic action and audio trickery to showcase each performers talents and tracks. Judges take song development, performance, emotional impact and crowd response into consideration when deciding who gets to move on in this single elimination tournament. Laptop Battle started back in 2003, when Kris Moon and Zach Huntting from the Fourthcity collective created the original concept of bringing people and music together. You don’t have to be an established musician, nor have high-end equipment to join; people use what means they have and create what they love. A wide variety of musical sounds are welcomed. The concept has caught on and spread from Seattle to Germany, Miami, Tokyo, New York, Italy, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Francisco, New Zealand, the UK and beyond. The Rules: 1. Contestants can use one MIDI controller. 2. Battles are chosen randomly. 3. Battles are 3 minutes long. 4. Judges decide the outcome of battles in a single elimination style Contestants: - Suttikeeree - Chocolate Chuck - Potato Finger - Dash EXPr - Showbotr - Nice Nate - The Googly - Dj AO - Miniature Airlines - MacrOS - Verse - Dax-O-Tronic - Andrew Luck (of Splatinum) - Senator Adam (of The New Law) MC Host by Suntonio Bandanaz Lo-Fi Performance Gallery Live, This Rules! 2012-01-29T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_24_liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_24_liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z Guaranteed best song selection in the city, period. From Hip-hop to Rock, Classic Party Jams to 80’s Ballads & 90’s R&B. FREE 8PM - MIDNIGHT In The Crocodile Back Bar The Crocodile Other, This Rules! 2012-01-25T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_22_nipsey_hussle/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_22_nipsey_hussle/#When:04:00:00Z Nipsey Hussle emerged from the streets of Los Angeles and as the first signee to the Cinematic/ Epic Records joint venture, is effectively building momentum as a rising emcee while sacrificing the only way of life he’s ever known. “I try to keep a balance with my career and who I am aside from that,” says Nipsey. “It’s kinda hard, but I try to stay the same and balance both worlds. You don’t wanna forget where you come from and at the same time, you don’t wanna miss your blessing tryna live the same lifestyle you been livin’.” All in anticipation of a fall ‘09 debut, his street singles “They Roll” and “Bullets Ain’t Got No Name,” both featuring The GAME, are lyrical proof that Nipsey Hussle is here to stay. In addition to the GAME, the album is slated to feature the likes of Snoop Dogg, Sean Kingston, Lloyd and Nipsey Hussle’s own Slauson Boyz . South Central State of Mind is a healthy dose of honesty, reality and life from an authentic perspective. Neumos Live 2012-01-23T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_21_fitz/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_21_fitz/#When:03:30:00Z In their sound and on the stage, Fitz and the Tantrums are nothing but professionals, and never less than classy. Enter the Tantrums, Fitzs airtight ensemble keeping it real like its 1969. Funky drummer John Wicks is a Motown B-side aficionado and prolific session player, Jeremy Ruzumna manned the keyboards and was musical director for Macy Gray. James King backed De La Soul and bassist Joseph Karnes is a well sought after session player. Then theres Noelle Scaggs, the powerful voice behind Fitzs croons. Make no mistake, Scaggs is not just there for doo-wops and handclaps. She shimmies and flirts, she stokes the crowd and simmers them down, and she has no qualms about keeping Fitz in check. She is not just a backup singer, Fitz says, We have repartee. Onstage, were Ike and Tina. There, on the stage, Fitz and the Tantrums are not just a band, theyre an explosion. Scaggs high steps it to the tight-as-hell rhythm section, while Fitz, cooler than cobalt, croons like the aforementioned Mr. Hall for a new generation. Its obvious that this is no tryst for the band, this is a full-blown, head-over-heels love affair. Showbox at the Market Live, This Rules! 2012-01-22T03:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_sol/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_sol/#When:04:00:01Z Described by The Stranger’s Charles Mudede as “rapping like a soul star”, Sol’s genre blending efforts have created fans of all types and ages, employing spirits of soul, R&B, hip hop and pop. With these all-encompassing sounds, Sol’s music is perfect for any setting, from house party to road trip to spliff session. Neumos This Rules! 2012-01-21T04:00:01-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_the_mc_type_with_prof/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_the_mc_type_with_prof/#When:04:00:00Z The MC Type is a Seattle native with a unique blend of crude humor and sharp rhyme skills.  Type has toured 16 times, recently getting off the road with Rhymesayers powerhouse team Grieves and Budo.  With the addition of a full backing band WORST ANIMAL to hometown Seattle shows, Type has increased the level of craziness in his live show to maximum capacity. Prof is a seasoned vet on the bubbling Minneapolis hip hop scene.  After touring with Atmosphere, Prof sold out the legendary 1,500 person venue First Ave as a headliner.  Recently releasing his newest album KING GAMPO, Prof has been gaining national attention for his insane live show with DJ Fundo and hilarious music videos. Nectar Lounge Live, This Rules! 2012-01-21T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_fitz/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_20_fitz/#When:03:30:00Z In their sound and on the stage, Fitz and the Tantrums are nothing but professionals, and never less than classy. Enter the Tantrums, Fitzs airtight ensemble keeping it real like its 1969. Funky drummer John Wicks is a Motown B-side aficionado and prolific session player, Jeremy Ruzumna manned the keyboards and was musical director for Macy Gray. James King backed De La Soul and bassist Joseph Karnes is a well sought after session player. Then theres Noelle Scaggs, the powerful voice behind Fitzs croons. Make no mistake, Scaggs is not just there for doo-wops and handclaps. She shimmies and flirts, she stokes the crowd and simmers them down, and she has no qualms about keeping Fitz in check. She is not just a backup singer, Fitz says, We have repartee. Onstage, were Ike and Tina. There, on the stage, Fitz and the Tantrums are not just a band, theyre an explosion. Scaggs high steps it to the tight-as-hell rhythm section, while Fitz, cooler than cobalt, croons like the aforementioned Mr. Hall for a new generation. Its obvious that this is no tryst for the band, this is a full-blown, head-over-heels love affair. Showbox at the Market Live, This Rules! 2012-01-21T03:30:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_red_bull_thre3style_seattle/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_red_bull_thre3style_seattle/#When:05:00:00Z Red Bull Thre3Style is an innovative concept that gives highly skilled DJs a platform to battle, perform, gain notoriety and express themselves in a party atmosphere. Unlike other DJ battles that are based on more technical aspects, this is a creative and unique format that seeks to find the DJ that has best perfected the true art of “party rockin’.” Eight of the area’s top DJs will fight for the crowd’s favor. A 15 minute set that MUST contain at least three different musical genres. A panel of music industry judges will select the winners based on track selection, creativity, mixing skills, stage presence and crowd reaction. RED BULL THRE3STYLE SEATTLE Participants: DJ Johnny Fever DJ Cide DJ Christyle DJ Josh Quest DJ Four Color Zack DJ Tigerbeat DJ Bebop DJ Pryme Judges: DV One, Darren Chilson, Guy Godefroy Host: McClarron Headlining DJ: DJ Scene 21+ Complimentary with RSVP - To RSVP Text “3STYLESEA” to 72855 No +1s available via text. Each attending guest must RSVP on their own. Volume DJ, This Rules! 2012-01-20T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_gabriel_teodros/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_gabriel_teodros/#When:05:00:00Z To know that another world is possible, and bring it to life through music; this has always been the mission of emcee, educator and community organizer Gabriel Teodros. He made a mark with groups Abyssinian Creole and Air 2 A Bird, and reached an international audience with his critically-acclaimed solo debut ‘Lovework’, setting stages on fire all across the US, Canada, Mexico and Ethiopia. As a curly-haired mixed kid raised in Seattle’s South End and Central District, Teodros carved his identity with and between Black music and old-school activists, Mexican & Southeast Asian gangs, First Nations community, a group of Filipino poets, a Chinese landlord, and an Ethiopian family he met one by one at the airport as they first emigrated to the United States. This is the 98118, as reported in the 2010 census, the most ethnically diverse zip code in the country. Teodros calls it “a berbere, tapatio and wasabi mix… we’re making injera, and there’s some kim-chee in the fridge.” A reflection of this neighborhood, Teodros has never been content with one style, genre or label. His music is rooted in a quest to become his idea of a whole human, embracing every vulnerable, complicated, aspect of what makes us strong. His newest offering, ‘Colored People’s Time Machine’ is another step closer; a personal and honest look at issues facing millions of people today. Recalling thoughts of suicide, homelessness and a home life sprinkled with alienation, loss, addictions and domestic abuse, Teodros manages to turn this pain into medicine, with grace, conviction, and a style all his own. Chop Suey Live 2012-01-20T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_serius_jones/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_19_serius_jones/#When:04:00:00Z Nectar Lounge Live 2012-01-20T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_17_theophilus_london/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_17_theophilus_london/#When:04:00:00Z Culture vultures and hardcore music fans alike already know Theophilus from his self-starting music trajectory as well as from his style icon profiles in GQ, Esquire, Elle, NY Times, Complex, Fader and NME. Timez Are Weird raises the bar on everything that’s come before, moving past the comfort zone of sampledelia and oddball cover tunes into the dreamlike headspace of a globetrotting young artist blurring the lines between 80’s rap, new wave beats, freestyle noise and the snarling guitars of psychobilly surf rock. Neumos Live, This Rules! 2012-01-18T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_15_mlk_dance_party/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_15_mlk_dance_party/#When:05:00:00Z Expansions Productions presents: The First Party of the 2012 Annual with their celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday with DJs Riz, Kid Hops, and Masa Neumos Live, DJ 2012-01-16T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_15_3rd_sunday/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_15_3rd_sunday/#When:04:00:00Z Nectar Lounge Live 2012-01-16T04:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_13_80s_90s/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_13_80s_90s/#When:05:00:00Z Dance Party of all Dance Parties 80’s Vs. 90’s Nectar Lounge DJ, This Rules! 2012-01-14T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_13_max_cooper/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_13_max_cooper/#When:05:00:00Z “One of the greatest new talents to emerge on the dance scene in the last few years” - Skrufff.com “Consistently proves himself to be one of the most peerlessly beautiful recording artists in modern dance music..” - IDJ “One to keep a close eye on” - Fabric blog “Haunting” - Clash magazine “Beautiful, hypnotic techno that should be listened to by anybody with even a passing interest in intelligently geared dance music” - Electrorash blog ‘“The End of Reason,” a truly sublime beatless tour de force that recalls Philip Glass, Aphex Twin’s most serene moments and even Henryk Gorecki’s Symphony No. 3” - Resident Advisor The facts are easy to establish: Max Cooper has more than 50 original releases, tracks and remixes under his belt, from glitchy reinterpretations of big bands like Hot Chip and Au Revoir Simone to straight dancefloor 12"s like his breakthrough “Serie” originals and remixes for names like Agoria, Dominik Eulberg, Extrawelt, Pig and Dan, Kaiserdisco and Sasha. The approach, meanwhile, is anything but simple. A melancholy composer whose live sets can raise blisters in a club, Cooper is as comfortable writing abstract electronica as he is writing dancefloor techno 12"s . A rationalist with an otherworldly, idealistic side, Cooper is also a wildly creative musician who until recently had a day job as a sober scientist. And he’s swung from extreme to extreme since he first took to the decks 11 years ago. As Cooper sees it, there’s conflict, but it’s part of the music-writing process. Each side of his personality sparks ideas off the other, and what remains constant is his own unique and starkly emotional style. From his breakthrough trilogy of “Serie” releases on Traum Schallplatten - the first released in 2009 and with each track inspired by a different scientific or mathematical concept - Cooper has built a reputation for one-off originals, killer remixes and challenging DJ and live sets. Since his first release in 2007, his back catalogue now includes two mainstream Hype Machine smashes with reworks of Hot Chip, Portishead, Peaches, FC Kahuna, Sasha and several Beatport genre top 10s, work with the visual artists Whiskas fX and Nick Cobby and an increasing number of collaborations with artists a long distance from Cooper’s dancefloor beginnings. With his time now entirely spent writing and touring music, Cooper continues to release his own originals, with ‘The End Of Reason’ described by Resident Advisor as “a truly sublime beatless tour de force that recalls Philip Glass, Aphex Twin’s most serene moments and even Henryk Gorecki’s Symphony No. 3”, and the UK’s IDJ magazine saying that Cooper “consistently proves himself to be one of the most peerlessly beautiful recording artists in modern dance music”. Stark, emotive and original, Cooper is, according to Skrufff.com, “One of the greatest new talents to emerge on the dance scene in the last few years”. Re-bar Live, This Rules! 2012-01-14T05:00:00-08:00 http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_10_liquid_courage_karaoke/ http://www.reigncity.com/calendar/event/12_01_10_liquid_courage_karaoke/#When:04:00:00Z Guaranteed best song selection in the city, period. From Hip-hop to Rock, Classic Party Jams to 80’s Ballads & 90’s R&B. FREE 8PM - MIDNIGHT In The Crocodile Back Bar The Crocodile Other, This Rules! 2012-01-11T04:00:00-08:00