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 Reid SpeedReidSpeed. comReid Speed began her DJ career in the New York City drum & bass underground. As a teenage raver full of passion for music she bought her turntables in early 1996 and began playing out less than a year later. Her early sets generated curiosity as one of few female DJs at the time but Reid quickly came to earn respect for her skills in the highly competitive NYC scene. By the summer of '97 she was a resident of rave promoters Stuck on Earth and the following year a member of the Direct Drive crew. At their numerous events she cut her teeth playing alongside the top names in US & UK drum & bass, 2 step and breaks.At the same time Reid was serving as her college radio station's RPM director as well as working at Breakbeat Science, the US's first exclusively drum & bass store. Capitalizing on their large and widespread customer base, her demos soon spread across the country, which led to hertravelling the US, Puerto Rico, Ireland, Canada, and Mexico. She also visited England and developed a love for UK Garage which inspired her to promote her own events. In 1998 she distributed her first garage/2 step mix and in 2000, Reid, DB and 4.0 Marketing came together to do a successful series of 2 step events, including the first UK Garage showcase at the 2000 Winter Music Conference.By 1999 Reid had also begun working on original production, releasing "SIMPLOT" with FS on Jungle Sky, and in 2000 assisting Datcyde with a remix of NYC jungle anthem "Naughty Ride" featuring MC Blaise, which was released on Taciturn. 2001's saw the release of her debut mix cd, "Resonance", which yielded "Mr Fix It" with Ming & FS, and "Picture This" with DJ Seen. Then a remix of Le Tigre's "Dyke March 2001" followed. 2005 and into the '06 have seen Reid collaborate with Jon (S), Sense, MC Dino and DJ Swamp on an full length album of breaks and drum & bass that she hopes to release later this year. And In March 2006 her remix of Disorder's "Deadline" was released on Acumen Records.In 2001, after thirteen self released mix tapes and one animated short movie for Showtime's Shonext channel, "Resonance" was released by Breakbeat Science. The mix garnered massive critical praise in publications like URB, Fader, Flaunt, and Paper, and was a commercially successful debut. In support of the release, a 40 date tour sponsored by Mixer magazine introduced her sound to an even wider audience. Immediately after wrapping that tour, Reid came home to NYC only to jump right on another tour, this time with Madhattan breakbeat kings Ming & FS. They did 28 dates in 30 days across America in an RV, like an indie band. Warming the crowd up for an average of 3 hours a night, Reid developed and fine tuned her now signature genre-blending style.After that month on the bus Reid was primed for a massive change. She moved to Los Angeles, home of all things music to take her career to the next level. She found different audience on the West Coast, fans who embraced her love of breaks and house and welcomed her with open ears. She started Rude Sound, a party showcasing UK Garage and nu skool breaks.Then in the summer of 2003, Breakbeat Science came calling for their second mix, a stormer entitled "Life After Dark". Inspired by the terrible tragedy of 9/11 and the bureaucratic decline of the NYC scene it was another step forward for Ms Speed. Another tour followed, supported by a number of full page ads and an extensive street marketing campaign with Triple 5 Soul, their "Define Your Soul" series with Jean Grae, Charlie Dark, and Peanut Butter Wolf. During that summer, Reid also recieved a call from a TV show looking for a special DJ to provide on-air flavor to the show. After competing against hundreds of male scratch/hip hop DJs, Reid was personally chosen by Jamie Kennedy to spin her own blend of drum & bass on his show, the Jamie Kennedy Experiment (WB). She went on to also appear as the DJ in an episode of Spike TV's MDN.2005 saw Reid chosen to judge BPM Magazine & Rockstar Energy drink's "Beauty & the Beats" contest with Dj Rap and Colette. She and Colette then toured with the winner and appeared in more full page ads as well as on an episode of Bravo's "Blowout".Her mixes and original tracks have recently been featured on Power 106's "Power Tools" show, Groove Radio, ibreaks. co. uk, and many of her original productions are currently being caned by some of the top djs and producers from around the world. Stay tuned, keep it locked, for the best sounds are yet to come from the little beauty with the big beats!
 OdiDigital Konfusion | Strategic Sessions | Konkrete Jungle | Legacy NYCDj Odi is one of New York City's finest jungle DJs. His performances date back as far as 1989, when the 14 year old Harlem native began DJing for various events in his neighborhood. His musical interests took a new turn in 1992, when he began promoting for the NASA parties of New York City. It was at these now-legendary parties that he gained his first residency, and began his career as one of America's most sought after jungle DJs.Odi's talent and ability to please a crowd quickly gained him notoriety. He began touring nationally in 1995; his immaculate sets packed dance floors everywhere with a party vibe that became synonymous with the DJ Odi name. His signature style was characterized by his unique blend of scratching and sampling, both of which were more prominent elements of hip hop music. His creative fusion of hip hop and early drum n bass rapidly gained popularity among DJs and producers, and it was through this fusion that Odi has been credited for the development of "hipstep" (a.k.a. "jump up") jungle. His accomplishments as an innovator of urban music were further recognized in 1998, when Odi became the first jungle DJ to ever be accepted into the prestigious ZULU Nation, forever demolishing the barrier between hip hop and drum n bass.While DJ Odi is best known for his live performances, he is also an established producer. His production history goes as far back as 1995, with releases on both BML and the now defunct Jungle Sky label. He also pushed his craft to larger levels with his successful foundation of the Digital Konfusion crew. Recently, Odi has been working with the Digital Konfusion crew to spearhead their record label and clothing line, as well as running two successful radio shows on www. nycjungle. com.Over the last decade, Odi has shared the stage with such legendary and respected DJs as: DB, On-E, Jason Jinx, Mr. Kleen, Frankie Bones, Adam X, Soulslinger, Heather Heart, Micro, Richie Hawtin, Craze, Dara, The Burner Brothers, Blueline (of the Mathematics crew), Phantom 45, Danny the Wildchild, Freaky Flow, J-Smooth, AK1200, Capital J, Hazeus, Trace, Ed Rush, Andy C, Darren J, DJ SS, Keaton, Hive, DJ Rap, Stakka, Roni Size, Krust, Bryan Gee, Sonic & Silver, and DJ Seoul. He can also be seen playing various New York drum n bass events such as Direct Drive, Camouflage, Recess, and the infamous Konkrete Jungle, where he headlines Strategic Sessions on the last Monday of every month.
 I-CueIngenious Music | Hipstep Massive | Digital Konfusion | Zulu Nation | Konkrete JungleBorn and raised on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in Spanish Harlem NYC. Since the early 90’s I-Cue has been a constant force within the New York hip-hop and electronic music scene as a DJ and producer. Producing everything from acid jazz, hip-hop music, abstract hip-hop and drum & bass.One of the pioneers of the hipstep sound (hip-hop influenced drum & bass) I-Cue bridges the gap between hip-hop and drum & bass so deftly, it makes you wonder why there was a gap between them. By refusing to be confined to the preconceived notions of what a genre is, I-Cue takes music as a whole to a higher level of understanding. Taking the head-nodding party appeal of hip-hop, cutting edge drum & bass, with a little turntablism added, transforming it into a futuristic blend of hipstep. Producing re-mixes for Gravediggaz and Texta (an Austrian hip-hop group) and recording tracks for such labels as Sugar Spliff Records/BML Entertainment, AV8 Records, New Breed Records and Jungle Sky/Liquid Sky/Home Entertainment, I-Cue proves his knack for tackling every genre with equal aplomb. “Growing up in the late 70’s early 80’s, some of my musical influences were mainly based on hip-hop and any music involved with hip-hop (i.e. soul, funk, disco, r & b, reggae and jazz). Listening to !underground radio stations where D J’s would cut up and scratch break beats back & forth on turntables became a very big influence in my craft.”As a DJ, I-Cue has traveled across the Atlantic to Austria and throughout the US with Digital Konfusion, a DJ/Artist/Dancers group. Performing in states such as Texas, Massachusetts, Florida, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Washington DC, Ohio and Missouri to name a few. Performing along side with artists such as Afrika Bambatta, Kool Herc, Schoolly-D, Jay-Biz (Hieroglyphics), Del The Funky Homosapien, Blackalicious, Blood of Abraham, The X-ecutioners, Maseo (De La Soul), D.I.T.C, Mighty Mi, Cash Money, Danny The Wildchild, Fafu, Soulslinger, T.C. Izlam, Jamalski, Jazzy Nice and others.Though times have changed, I-Cue has still been consistent with the flow of his art. His style is now one of the biggest influences in this profession. Still rocking crowds, making you flip your wig to his non stop exclusive dubs and keeping you interested in his musical expressions. Needless to say, I-Cue has paid his dues and has come a long way as a dj/producer. Doubts? Then check him for yourself. His talent and skills speak for themselves. What else is to come from I-Cue? Only time will tell.
 VandalDigital Konfusion | Strategic Sessions | Konkrete JungleBorn in Odessa, USSR and raised in New York City, straight out the camps of Digital Konfusion and Beyond This World, comes the double-edge talent of Serge aka DJ Vandal. The darkside king from Queens was introduced to NYC nightlife in his early days as an underground artist. His love for beats and samples, as well as painting, didn't take long to manifest as a lifestyle labeled hiphop.At an early age, Serge was exposed to the art on the trains, which soon translated to blackbooks and walls. He began to explore everything from ink to photoshop and came up with a personal style marked by trademark multi-medium pieces.Serge became ever-present at parties, battles, and summits. A journey through genres was an important influence in the creation of his musical psyche. Influenced by soul, funk, jazz, hip-hop, house, techno, gabber, and breakbeat, he began to specialize in what is now jungle / drum n bass. Though known for bringing the darkside to the dancefloor, DJ Vandal carries you on a ride through a mosaic of styles designed to showcase his love for the entire genre. He became a purveyor of underground sound, as well as a contributing force in the early formation of today's "scene."Dj Vandal has become a local favorite on the jungle circuit through appearances at such staple parties as KonkreteJungle, Physics, Direct Drive, Camouflage, and Testpress Sundays, as well as Digital Konfusion's annual Defyin' The Tribes uptown outlaw party. His art career is equally prolific and has spread into many different fields of both study and play. The fusion of a common vibe between art and music has culminated in canvases, shirt designs, tape/vinyl covers, flyers, and logos, in addition to production work and mix compilations. His label, MainCourseMusic, will be launching in October '07. Be on the lookout for "Oprock," produced by Odi & DJ Vandal, remixed by Mathematics.Strategic Sessions happens the last monday of every month at Konkrete Jungle, hosted by Odi and DJ Vandal.
 Dave GeeMethods NYC | Konkrete Jungle | Hipstep MassiveDave GEE has been involved with the jungle scene since1996. It was around this time that he first became acquainted with the sound and scene. He immediately bought turntables and began djing at parties throughout the VA/DC area in the late 90’s. By the age of 19 he was already playing at huge clubs in DC and holding down residencies at several weeklies in VA. He was a true pioneer for the jungle scene in Central VA and the surrounding areas. Known as VA’s “Jump Up Jungle DJ,” Dave lives up to the rep by bringing the best in Jump up, Hip Step, and Ragga.Three years ago Dave moved to Brooklyn to start the MethodsNYC clothing line. In the past year, Methods has been very involved in the jungle scene; releasing mixes from Dj I-Cue and Odi. Known for his highly energetic sets, expect to hear Dave drop some Ragga and Jump Up with that hip step flavor!
 CircuitAlmost Famous, LADJ Circuit in an OG within the Los Angeles Drum and Bass community with several events under the production company Almost Famous. Tight mixing with a rock solid selection of upfront drum and bass makes any set of his one not to be missed.
DetailsWhere: The Pyramid, 101 Avenue A between 6th and 7th street18 to enter21 to drinkReduced admission with flyer or guest list.
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