Saturday, May 28, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
/deteksupport/
This Sunday May 29th in Detroit, Teksupport teams up with Detroit's Detek introducing the first installment of /deteksupport/
An exclusive live/DJ set between Heartthrob and Butane tops the bill for /deteksupport/, an all night bash at the Works this Sunday in Detroit after Movement Festival.
This party will take place across three rooms and a patio with a number of exclusive appearances throughout the night.
Clink bring a few of their artists to the bill, including including Ambivalent, Alexi Delano and Camea, while Resolute will have KiNK perform an exclusive live set, with DJ support from Kate Simko, Maetrik and Berlin stalwart Sammy Dee. A Detroit/New York axis of talent rounds out the lineup, with exclusive appearances from Monty Luke and Amyn (performing live) along with Teksupport resident Dave Rosario + additional Detroit local support
Guests worried about an early (police-enforced) shut down can rest assured that the party will run til 8am, thanks to the Works' after-hour license.
Limited tickets for this event available: www.residentadvisor.net/teksupport
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| Detek & Teksupport Present: Featuring: Heartthrob vs Butane (Live +DJ / Exclusive) Clink Showcase: Ambivalent Alexi Delano (Exclusive) Camea (Exclusive) Cesare vs Disorder (Exclusive) Tim Xavier (Exclusive) Resolute Presents: KiNK (Live / Exclusive) Sammy Dee Maetrik (DJ Set / Exclusive) Kate Simko Elon (Exclusive) Connie (Exclusive) DetekSupport: Monty Luke (Exclusive) Amyn (Live / Exclusive) MEANS and ENDS (Live) Laszlo Sandor Dave Rosario Gabe Real JD Harrington Ray Nicholes Antitrust Kirk Jon Justin James Jenna Brown Dru Ruiz 10 Hour Event 3 Rooms & Patio Visuals By: VGER Sound By: Source Audio LED Lighting By: Eye Cue Tickets Available Online at: http://www.residentadvisor $15 Limited Early Bird Special (SOLD OUT) $20 Limited Advance (SOLD OUT) $25 Advance Until 5/27 www.DetekMusic.com www.TEKsupportNYC.com www.reSOLUTEnyc.com |
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
NYC: Come Frolic in the Park with Me
FROLIC: 10th Anniversary Edition
EMU's Free Open-air Music Event Returns for It’s 10th Anniversary
New York, NY: Popular outdoor dance music event FROLIC, is returning to the Central Park’s Great Hill on Saturday July 9th, 2011 to celebrate it’s 10th Anniversary. This long-running annual art and music event, is a volunteer run community-based event whose purpose is to bring people of all ages together to exp...erience electronic music in a positive, open air setting. FROLIC is a leave-no-trace event funded through donations and volunteer support, with proceeds donated to help NYC children's Art and Music educational programs.
“We are very excited to celebrate the anniversary of our tenth event, and we plan on making it one of our most memorable yet. But this is not just a celebration of a milestone, this is a celebration of everyone who has supported our event in the past. We wouldn’t be here without them and the continued support of the community.”
– Mike SmileZ, FROLIC Director
We would like to thank everyone for their support throughout the years, and we invite supporters, both old and new to please lend us your support for this year's FROLIC. Please go to http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1848838737/help-us-help-nycs-children to make a donation to this year’s event.
FROLIC’s organizers are an urban grassroots consortium dedicated to promoting publicly-performed electronic music as an art form. The non-profit organization’s mission is to create spaces for electronic music fans to enjoy dancing in the daylight. They believe electronic music is the music that speaks in the frequency of our soul, and seek to use this music as a medium to enrich the lives of New York City's children by raising money for Arts and Music education.
Go to www.frolic-nyc.com for more information about FROLIC, including pictures from all of our previous events, as well as a very special thank you to all of our supporters over the last nine events.
Stay tuned for the complete artist line-up, after-party details, and volunteer information, coming soon!
EMU's Free Open-air Music Event Returns on July 9th
EMU's Free Open-air Music Event Returns for It’s 10th Anniversary
New York, NY: Popular outdoor dance music event FROLIC, is returning to the Central Park’s Great Hill on Saturday July 9th, 2011 to celebrate it’s 10th Anniversary. This long-running annual art and music event, is a volunteer run community-based event whose purpose is to bring people of all ages together to exp...erience electronic music in a positive, open air setting. FROLIC is a leave-no-trace event funded through donations and volunteer support, with proceeds donated to help NYC children's Art and Music educational programs.
“We are very excited to celebrate the anniversary of our tenth event, and we plan on making it one of our most memorable yet. But this is not just a celebration of a milestone, this is a celebration of everyone who has supported our event in the past. We wouldn’t be here without them and the continued support of the community.”
– Mike SmileZ, FROLIC Director
We would like to thank everyone for their support throughout the years, and we invite supporters, both old and new to please lend us your support for this year's FROLIC. Please go to http://www.kickstarter.com
FROLIC’s organizers are an urban grassroots consortium dedicated to promoting publicly-performed electronic music as an art form. The non-profit organization’s mission is to create spaces for electronic music fans to enjoy dancing in the daylight. They believe electronic music is the music that speaks in the frequency of our soul, and seek to use this music as a medium to enrich the lives of New York City's children by raising money for Arts and Music education.Go to www.frolic-nyc.com for more information about FROLIC, including pictures from all of our previous events, as well as a very special thank you to all of our supporters over the last nine events.
Stay tuned for the complete artist line-up, after-party details, and volunteer information, coming soon!
Friday, May 13, 2011
DEMF IS THE NEW WMC!!!
Everyone has been thinking it, but now the proof is in the pudding...
WMC's The List
MOVEMENT ELECTRONIC MUSIC FESTIVAL ARTIST SCHEDULE RELEASED
DETROIT, MAY 12, 2011—Paxahau Promotions Group today released the artist set schedule for the 2011 Movement Electronic Music Festival. To see the schedule visit https://www.facebook.com/
The artist schedule released today gives festival-goers for the first time a complete listing of which artist is playing on what stage, on which day, and at what time. The festival this year as it has been in the past has five stages—vitaminwater, Beatport, Red Bull Music Academy, Made in Detroit and Movement Torino.
Pre-sale one day passes available now. Three-day Passes $70 on May 14
Pre-sale one-day passes will be available for just $35 starting May 12. This is the first time one-day passes have been made available early, usually they are made available only through walkup.
The $60 three-day weekend pass pricing to the Movement Electronic Music Festival in Detroit will come to an end after being in effect since April. Starting on Saturday, May 14, weekend passes will cost just $70 and provide fans access to the festival May 28-30.
VIP passes to Movement are now available for just $150. With these passes festival-goers receive access to the following:
· Private check-in area to receive your credentials
· Access to large area above and behind the main stage
· Private bar - 6 complimentary drink tickets
· Discounted drinks available at the VIP bar
· Deluxe private executive bathroom trailers
· Voucher good for 1 Official Movement T-shirt (While Supplies Last)
To purchase passes visit the online ticket store at www.movement.us
Thursday, April 21, 2011
NYC: It's all about Music at TriBeca Film Festival 2011
Here's a listing of Movies that are related to music. I'll be trying to catch at least one or two of these. Putting the Tribe in TriBeca is Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tibe Called Quest is my top pick. Another one to watch is LimeLight a documentary on the legendary New York club that now sadly is a mall. Visit http://www.tribecafilm.com for a complete listing of all the movies and events. It's great to be in NYC for this.
Watch TrailerThe Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye
Feature Documentary, 2011, 70 min
Directed by: Marie Losier
Filmmaker and TFF alum Marie Losier, who has created engaging short films on avant-garde artists like George Kuchar and Guy Maddin, makes her feature documentary debut with a mesmerizing and deeply romantic love story between pioneering musician and performance artist Genesis P-Orridge and soul mate Lady Jaye. Breaking new ground in its depiction of gender identity, Ballad chronicles the physical and spiritual merging of two beings into one. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 70 min
Directed by: Marie Losier
Filmmaker and TFF alum Marie Losier, who has created engaging short films on avant-garde artists like George Kuchar and Guy Maddin, makes her feature documentary debut with a mesmerizing and deeply romantic love story between pioneering musician and performance artist Genesis P-Orridge and soul mate Lady Jaye. Breaking new ground in its depiction of gender identity, Ballad chronicles the physical and spiritual merging of two beings into one. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Mon, Apr 25, 7:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 |  |  |
| Wed, Apr 27, 9:00PM | SVA Theater 2 Beatrice | | |
| Thu, Apr 28, 3:00PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 7 | | |
Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
Feature Documentary, 2011, 98 min
Directed by: Michael Rapaport
The most groundbreaking act to emerge from the New York hip-hop scene of the early '90s, A Tribe Called Quest electrified a generation with its brand of jazz-infused beats and intelligent rhymes before dramatically disbanding in '98. In his directorial debut, Michael Rapaport draws from eight months of total access to uncover the history and inner workings of the Tribe. Featuring De La Soul, Kanye West, Common, Mos Def, Ludacris, Beastie Boys, and more. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 98 min
Directed by: Michael Rapaport
The most groundbreaking act to emerge from the New York hip-hop scene of the early '90s, A Tribe Called Quest electrified a generation with its brand of jazz-infused beats and intelligent rhymes before dramatically disbanding in '98. In his directorial debut, Michael Rapaport draws from eight months of total access to uncover the history and inner workings of the Tribe. Featuring De La Soul, Kanye West, Common, Mos Def, Ludacris, Beastie Boys, and more. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Wed, Apr 27, 6:00PM | BMCC Tribeca PAC | |  |
| Thu, Apr 28, 1:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
Crash&Burn
Short Documentary, 2011, 18 min
Directed by: Rick Rodgers
Plays In: Shorts: Off the Grid
Two-man rock duo Crash&Burn is turned upside down when Burn decides to have transgender surgery. Read More
Short Documentary, 2011, 18 min
Directed by: Rick Rodgers
Plays In: Shorts: Off the Grid
Two-man rock duo Crash&Burn is turned upside down when Burn decides to have transgender surgery. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Sun, Apr 24, 3:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
| Sun, Apr 24, 3:00PM | (Online) Streaming Room | |  |
| Mon, Apr 25, 6:00AM | (Online) Streaming Room | | |
| Mon, Apr 25, 1:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Tue, Apr 26, 6:00AM | (Online) Streaming Room | | |
| Fri, Apr 29, 6:00AM | (Online) Streaming Room | | |
| Fri, Apr 29, 3:45PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 8 | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 6:00AM | (Online) Streaming Room | | |
| Sun, May 01, 1:30PM | Tribeca Cinemas Theater 1 | | |
God Bless Ozzy Osbourne
Feature Documentary, 2011, 91 min
Directed by: Mike Fleiss and Mike Piscitelli
Ozzy. For four decades, the name has been synonymous not just with a singular brand of blistering heavy metal, but also with a life lived to the extreme. Made for fans and the uninitiated alike, this definitive portrait of a troubled icon—told in part through the eyes of his family (son Jack Osbourne produced)—relives Ozzy's artistic triumphs while chronicling his arduous journey to sobriety and peace. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 91 min
Directed by: Mike Fleiss and Mike Piscitelli
Ozzy. For four decades, the name has been synonymous not just with a singular brand of blistering heavy metal, but also with a life lived to the extreme. Made for fans and the uninitiated alike, this definitive portrait of a troubled icon—told in part through the eyes of his family (son Jack Osbourne produced)—relives Ozzy's artistic triumphs while chronicling his arduous journey to sobriety and peace. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Sun, Apr 24, 6:00PM | BMCC Tribeca PAC | | |
| Thu, Apr 28, 9:30PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 1:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
Janie Jones
Feature Narrative, 2010, 106 min
Directed by: David M. Rosenthal
Ethan (Alessandro Nivola), a struggling musician content with his on-the-road rock-and-roll lifestyle and his much younger girlfriend (Brittany Snow), has his life turned upside down with the arrival of a 13-year-old daughter he never knew he had. Left with the responsibility of raising Janie Jones (Abigail Breslin), a shy but talented aspiring musician herself, Ethan embarks with Janie on a road trip of music, discovery, and father-daughter bonding. Read More
Feature Narrative, 2010, 106 min
Directed by: David M. Rosenthal
Ethan (Alessandro Nivola), a struggling musician content with his on-the-road rock-and-roll lifestyle and his much younger girlfriend (Brittany Snow), has his life turned upside down with the arrival of a 13-year-old daughter he never knew he had. Left with the responsibility of raising Janie Jones (Abigail Breslin), a shy but talented aspiring musician herself, Ethan embarks with Janie on a road trip of music, discovery, and father-daughter bonding. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Fri, Apr 29, 6:00PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 2:30PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 3 | | |
| Sun, May 01, 3:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
Mama Africa
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Mika Kaurismäki
Packed with five decades of rare archival footage and captivating melodies, Mama Africa tells the incredible story of Miriam Makeba. First introduced to American audiences by Harry Belafonte, Makeba's songs exposed the injustice of Apartheid in South Africa to the world—resulting in a 30-year exile from her home country. Throughout her life, Makeba inspired millions through her powerful songs of joy, love, and revolution. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Mika Kaurismäki
Packed with five decades of rare archival footage and captivating melodies, Mama Africa tells the incredible story of Miriam Makeba. First introduced to American audiences by Harry Belafonte, Makeba's songs exposed the injustice of Apartheid in South Africa to the world—resulting in a 30-year exile from her home country. Throughout her life, Makeba inspired millions through her powerful songs of joy, love, and revolution. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Sat, Apr 23, 6:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
| Sun, Apr 24, 6:30PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 6 | | |
| Tue, Apr 26, 3:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 7:00PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 5 | | |
Roadie
Feature Narrative, 2011, 95 min
Directed by: Michael Cuesta
Interests: Drama, Music, New York, Returning Filmmaker
For 20 years, Jimmy (Ron Eldard) lived his rock-and-roll fantasy as a roadie for Blue Oyster Cult, but the glory days are gone, and Jimmy just got the boot. Returning to his childhood home in Queens, he finds his mom teetering toward dementia and his high school crush (Jill Hennessy) married to his still-nettling childhood rival (Bobby Cannavale). Building a future means confronting the relationships of the past in this heartfelt coming-of-middle-age tale. Read More
Feature Narrative, 2011, 95 min
Directed by: Michael Cuesta
Interests: Drama, Music, New York, Returning Filmmaker
For 20 years, Jimmy (Ron Eldard) lived his rock-and-roll fantasy as a roadie for Blue Oyster Cult, but the glory days are gone, and Jimmy just got the boot. Returning to his childhood home in Queens, he finds his mom teetering toward dementia and his high school crush (Jill Hennessy) married to his still-nettling childhood rival (Bobby Cannavale). Building a future means confronting the relationships of the past in this heartfelt coming-of-middle-age tale. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Sat, Apr 23, 9:30PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Tue, Apr 26, 4:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Thu, Apr 28, 10:30PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 9 | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 3:30PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 2 | | |
Sing Your Song
Feature Documentary, 2011, 104 min
Directed by: Susanne Rostock
Most people know the lasting legacy of Harry Belafonte, the entertainer. But, as Sing Your Song proves in a most stirring way, Belafonte has had a significant and lasting impact on the ongoing worldwide struggle for human rights. This powerful documentary reveals Belafonte's multifaceted contributions to the arts, the U.S. Civil Rights movement, the fight against Apartheid, ending starvation in Ethiopia, and much more.
After the Movie: Join us for a conversation with Harry Belafonte. Moderated by noted broadcaster Tavis Smiley. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 104 min
Directed by: Susanne Rostock
Most people know the lasting legacy of Harry Belafonte, the entertainer. But, as Sing Your Song proves in a most stirring way, Belafonte has had a significant and lasting impact on the ongoing worldwide struggle for human rights. This powerful documentary reveals Belafonte's multifaceted contributions to the arts, the U.S. Civil Rights movement, the fight against Apartheid, ending starvation in Ethiopia, and much more.
After the Movie: Join us for a conversation with Harry Belafonte. Moderated by noted broadcaster Tavis Smiley. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Fri, Apr 29, 6:00PM | BMCC Tribeca PAC | | |
The Swell Season
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Nick August-Perna, Carlo Mirabella-Davis and Chris Dapkins
The world fell in love with Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova when their songwriting collaboration in the film Once culminated in a jubilant Oscar® win. But behind the scenes, where Glen and Mar's on-screen romance became reality, a grueling two-year world tour threatens to fracture their fated bond. Gorgeously filmed in black and white, this music-filled documentary is an intimate look at the exhilaration and turmoil created by both love and fame. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Nick August-Perna, Carlo Mirabella-Davis and Chris Dapkins
The world fell in love with Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova when their songwriting collaboration in the film Once culminated in a jubilant Oscar® win. But behind the scenes, where Glen and Mar's on-screen romance became reality, a grueling two-year world tour threatens to fracture their fated bond. Gorgeously filmed in black and white, this music-filled documentary is an intimate look at the exhilaration and turmoil created by both love and fame. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Fri, Apr 22, 10:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Mon, Apr 25, 9:30PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Fri, Apr 29, 3:00PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 7 | | |
Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon
Feature Documentary, 2011, 87 min
Directed by: Stephen C. Mitchell
Who are the Kings of Leon? This energetic behind-the-scenes documentary provides some fascinating insight for fans and non-fans alike. Known now as an all-American rock-and-roll band with millions of fans around the world, the Kings of Leon remind us that they will never forget their strict Pentecostal upbringing or rough-and-tumble backcountry roots. In fact, that may just be what makes them unstoppable. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 87 min
Directed by: Stephen C. Mitchell
Who are the Kings of Leon? This energetic behind-the-scenes documentary provides some fascinating insight for fans and non-fans alike. Known now as an all-American rock-and-roll band with millions of fans around the world, the Kings of Leon remind us that they will never forget their strict Pentecostal upbringing or rough-and-tumble backcountry roots. In fact, that may just be what makes them unstoppable. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Thu, Apr 21, 9:30PM | BMCC Tribeca PAC | | |
| Fri, Apr 22, 11:59PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
| Thu, Apr 28, 7:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 9:00PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 7 | | |
The Union
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Cameron Crowe
A captivating and exhilarating real-life experience of musical creation and generosity, The Union is an unprecedented look at the creative life of Elton John and his remarkable collaborative album with his early-career idol, Leon Russell. Never before filmed in his composing process, John is captured by director Cameron Crowe (Almost Famous, Jerry Maguire) in a candid portrait of one of the world's most treasured artists and performers. Although the event is free, a special TFF WRISTBAND is required to be seated at the event. 2000 wristbands will be made available to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Two wristband limit per person. Details coming soon about how and where wristbands will be distributed. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 90 min
Directed by: Cameron Crowe
A captivating and exhilarating real-life experience of musical creation and generosity, The Union is an unprecedented look at the creative life of Elton John and his remarkable collaborative album with his early-career idol, Leon Russell. Never before filmed in his composing process, John is captured by director Cameron Crowe (Almost Famous, Jerry Maguire) in a candid portrait of one of the world's most treasured artists and performers. Although the event is free, a special TFF WRISTBAND is required to be seated at the event. 2000 wristbands will be made available to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Two wristband limit per person. Details coming soon about how and where wristbands will be distributed. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Wed, Apr 20, 8:15PM | North Cove at the World Financial Center Note |  | |
| Thu, Apr 21, 2:30PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 3 | | |
| Thu, Apr 21, 10:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Sat, Apr 23, 8:30PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 3 | | |
When the Drum is Beating
Feature Documentary, 2011, 84 min
Directed by: Whitney Dow
The 20-member band Septentrional has been making music for 62 years as Haiti's most celebrated big band. This inspirational documentary charts the history of Haiti from its triumphant independence from French colonialism to 2010's devastating earthquake—all set to the vibrant music of Haitian-Caribbean jazz fusion band Septentrional and punctuated with its members' personal memories. Featuring a wealth of live rehearsal and performance footage, When the Drum Is Beating is a poignant and high-energy story of resilience. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 84 min
Directed by: Whitney Dow
The 20-member band Septentrional has been making music for 62 years as Haiti's most celebrated big band. This inspirational documentary charts the history of Haiti from its triumphant independence from French colonialism to 2010's devastating earthquake—all set to the vibrant music of Haitian-Caribbean jazz fusion band Septentrional and punctuated with its members' personal memories. Featuring a wealth of live rehearsal and performance footage, When the Drum Is Beating is a poignant and high-energy story of resilience. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Fri, Apr 22, 8:15PM | Tribeca Drive-in | |  |
| Mon, Apr 25, 6:30PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Thu, Apr 28, 10:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 2 | | |
| Sat, Apr 30, 3:00PM | Clearview Cinemas Chelsea 7 | | |
Limelight
Feature Documentary, 2011, 92 min
Directed by: Billy Corben
As the owner of legendary hotspots like Limelight, Tunnel, Palladium, and Club USA, Peter Gatien was the king of the New York club scene—until years of legal battles led to his eventual deportation to Canada. This exuberant documentary charts Gatien's rise and fall against the transformation of New York City, offering a wild ride through a now-closed chapter in the history of NYC nightlife. From the director of Cocaine Cowboys. Read More
Feature Documentary, 2011, 92 min
Directed by: Billy Corben
As the owner of legendary hotspots like Limelight, Tunnel, Palladium, and Club USA, Peter Gatien was the king of the New York club scene—until years of legal battles led to his eventual deportation to Canada. This exuberant documentary charts Gatien's rise and fall against the transformation of New York City, offering a wild ride through a now-closed chapter in the history of NYC nightlife. From the director of Cocaine Cowboys. Read More
Public Screenings | |||
| Fri, Apr 22, 9:30PM | SVA Theater 1 Silas | | |
| Sun, Apr 24, 9:00PM | AMC Loews Village 7 - 1 | | |
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