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R.I.P. Darondo, Forgotten Local '70s Soul Star

By Ian S. Port
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Hey, DJ!

DJ Guy Ruben on the Best Party-Starting House Jam

By Christina Li Thu., Mar. 21 2013 at 9:56 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Local DJ Guy Ruben is often seen behind the decks playing some of S.F.'s most notoriously raucous parties, from Trannyshack to Sunday Fundays at The Lookout. Growing up during the golden age of MTV, he knew he wanted to be a DJ since he could press "Record" on the stereo. Playing a variety of genres with a heavy emphasis on house, he also releases seasonal mixes that feature artists such as Azealia Banks and Disclosure. We recently spoke with Ruben about his love for house music, the perfect party song, and the attraction of "Sunday Fundays." He plays Odyssey this Friday, March 22, in the OddJob Loft at Public Works, with Eli Escobar headlining.

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DJ Guy Ruben, Oddjob Loft, Odyssey, Public Works

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Damian Lazarus on How to Get Into the Crosstown Rebels Crew and His Favorite S.F. Places

By Christina Li Wed., Mar. 13 2013 at 9:42 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Celebrating 10 years of his Crosstown Rebels collective this year, London-born DJ/producer Damian Lazarus has discovered and launched the careers of artists like Seth Troxler, Art Department, and Maceo Plex. Known for mixing experimental beats and topping them with his own vocals -- as on his album, Smoke the Monster Out -- and playing parties that end up with sitting ovations, his career is continuously forward-thinking. We corresponded with Damian over email about 10 years of Crosstown Rebels, his podcast "Lazpod," and where he'll be getting a drink in S.F. He headlines Public Works with Art Department this Thursday, March 14, for Rebel Rave.

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Damian Lazarus, Public Works, Rebel Rave

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Local DJ Adnan Sharif on 11 Years of Forward SF and Getting a Ph.D in Nightlife

By Christina Li Thu., Feb. 28 2013 at 1:02 PM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Language barriers and cultural differences haven't stopped Brazilian-born Palestinian DJ Adnan Sharif from realizing his dreams as a house producer and underground party promoter in S.F. and around the globe. As founder of house music collective Forward SF, which celebrates its 11th anniversary this year, he has played alongside artists such as Milan dark house duo Clockwork and local deep house favorite Lance DeSardi. He will also soon be releasing original productions on labels Smoke N' Mirrors and Brazil's D-Edge Records. We recently got in touch with DJ Adnan about his DJ beginnings, Forward SF, and his plans to move back to Brazil this spring. He performs after Danny Daze this Saturday, March 2, at Monarch and next Saturday, March 9, with Nitin for Forward SF at F8.

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Adnan Sharif, Forward SF, Monarch

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Chrome Canyon on Retro-Futurism and the Nerdiness of Analog Synths

By Christina Li Thu., Feb. 21 2013 at 11:03 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Noah Kalina

After trading in his keyboard as member of now-defunct New York cult band Apes & Androids, Morgan Z, aka Chrome Canyon, has spent the past couple of years creating music fit for a sci-fi disco party. Using a mix of rare analog synths like the Korg PE-1000 and Theremin, and inspired by dystopian daydreams, his original productions could very well be the B-sides to the Tron soundtrack, or the score of a Lars von Trier film. We recently spoke with Chrome Canyon about his days as a classically trained pianist, movie soundtracks, and his recent signing to Stones Throw Records. He headlines Mezzanine this Friday with support from Peanut Butter Wolf, Jonas Reinhardt, and Shock.

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Chrome Canyon, Mezzanine, Stones Throw

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The Whooligan on Why DJs Should Produce More Music

By Christina Li Thu., Feb. 14 2013 at 9:17 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

John Coyne

While many students work their way through college serving coffee or giving lap dances, Julio Galvez, aka The Whooligan, spent his years rubbing shoulders with Ghostface Killah and hosting hip-hop appearances at S.F's Amoeba Music. Already a budding DJ and producer, he found his push to fame when MTV contacted him to open for artists Rick Ross and Lupe Fiasco. Now a well-established DJ in the Bay Area and beyond, he is part of electronic soul group 40Love and has appeared on compilations like Mushroom Jazz 7. We recently spoke with the Whooligan about his former job as an entertainment director, his days working at Amoeba, and his own original productions. He performs this Saturday, Feb. 16, with Mikos Da Gawd at John Colins.

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John Colins, The Whooligan

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DJ Haylow on the Influence of J. Dilla and the Splintering of "Underground" Hip-Hop

By Christina Li Wed., Feb. 6 2013 at 10:53 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

For the past 15 years, Bay Area DJ Haylow has maintained a philosophy of "being a messenger to share music with others who love music." His involvement in ventures such as the groundbreaking Bay Area hip-hop TV show Distortion 2 Static and the Roy Ayers Project demonstrate his never-ending desire to keep old-school knowledge and positivity alive within the hip-hop/rap/funk scene. He is also involved in Beats, Rhymes, and Life, a non-profit organization that focuses on using rap and hip-hop to aid in mental health and wellness. This Thursday, he pays tribute to hip-hop icon J. Dilla, alongside DJs Platurn, Mr. E., and Muddbird at Mighty. Ahead of the party, we spoke to Haylow about the influence of J. Dilla and his hopes for the future of hip-hop.

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DJ Haylow, J. Dilla, Mighty

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Miss Kittin on 20 Years of Traveling the World and Her Support for Gay Marriage in France

By Christina Li Tue., Jan. 29 2013 at 9:34 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Since 1994, French DJ, producer, and vocalist Miss Kittin has been one of the more dynamic figures in dance music, producing hit albums with long-time musical partner The Hacker and various collaborations with Felix Da Housecat, like electroclash anthem "Silver Screen (Shower Scene)." This coming spring, she releases her third solo album, Calling From The Stars, and is in the process of producing her first-ever solo live show. We recently spoke with Miss Kittin about her new album, fashion, and her advocacy for gay marriage in France. She DJs Obey the Kitty at Vessel this Wednesday, Jan. 30.

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Miss Kittin, Vessel

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DJ Delgado on the Evolution of Oakland's DJ Scene and Celebrating Five Years of Fresh Jamz

By Christina Li Thu., Jan. 24 2013 at 11:31 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

Attending middle school with artists such as Opio, Casual, and Touré of the Hieroglyphics crew in the early '90s, Oakland-born DJ Delgado sought to find his own creative outlet amid the beats and rhymes of hip-hop. He was attracted to "the constant positivity and push for social change" in reggae music, and spent his college years hosting a popular radio show on L.A's KSPC, as well as winning an L.A. reggae society's Best DJ award in 1998. In 2003, he decided to return to Oakland to start the socially conscious Aztlán Rootscollective and parties like Fresh Jamz, a happy hour that celebrates its fifth anniversary this Friday. We recently spoke with Delgado about Aztlán Roots, his old radio show, and his love for Oakland. Fresh Jamz takes place every last Friday of the month; this edition features guest DJs Crimson, Platurn, Hector, and residents Odiaka and Delgado.

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Aztlan Roots, DJ Delgado, Night Light

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Swingin' Utters Premiere "Stuck in a Circle" and Talk New Album and Tour Plans

By Ian S. Port Thu., Jan. 24 2013 at 9:01 AM

Categories: Exclusive Premieres, Q&A

Swingin' Utters

We're excited to premiere "Stuck in a Circle," a new song off Poorly Formed, the forthcoming album from S.F. punks Swingin' Utters, out Feb. 19 on Fat Wreck Chords. Written by vocalist/guitarist Darius Koski, "Stuck in a Circle" is a wistful, reflective tune that leaps from acoustic choruses into bristling, racing verses. Its mood is a striking contrast with "The Librarians Are Hiding Something," the soaring first single off Poorly Formed, which was co-written by the vocalists and guitarists Johnny Bonnel and Jack Dalrymple. We recently got in touch with Bonnel and Koski to talk about the new album and the run of Northern California shows Swingin' Utters will be playing in celebration of the new record, which includes a stop at Slim's on Feb. 24. Check out our conversation -- and hear "Stuck in a Circle" -- right here:

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NYC's Nickodemus Makes Dance Music About Climate Change

By Christina Li Thu., Jan. 17 2013 at 9:53 AM

Categories: Hey, DJ!, Q&A

World music producer and DJ Nickodemus has been spreading messages of positivity and global awareness by way of hip-hop, acid jazz, funk, and abstract beats since 1996. From launching one of the first late-night outdoor events in NYC (Turntables on the Hudson) to recording a compilation for Next Aid featuring songs from children in the The Earthchild Project in Capetown, his career has allowed him to experience firsthand the various influences heard in his music. Last year, he released his third original album, Moon People, which continues his exploration of global and downtempo music. Like a journey through the continents, the tracks include Arabic melodies and African Blues, and even touch on some Latin electro. We recently spoke with Nickodemus about growing up in Brooklyn, his newest release, and his favorite pizza in New York. He DJs alongside The Spy From Cairo this Sunday for Dub Mission at Elbo Room.