Just Fine (Carnivalism Breaks)
Posted on 19 November 2009 | No responses
I have been working on a track over the past couple of days. A combination of two terrific tunes – Mary J Blige’s “Just Fine” & a Soulwax remix of the Gorillaz chart killer “Dare”.
I have been searching for a Jovonn remix of “Just Fine” that I heard Norman Jay playing at this year’s Notting Hill carnival. Without any joy I resorted to making my own version of this infectious track. Nothing like the deep house version that was cause of the inspiration but that’s just how things go!
I’ve got some pretty cool artwork coming up to go with the track to so watch this space.
Thanks goes to out Kataclism who has been recently showing me where I’ve been going so wrong with Logic for the past 5 or so years! You are a star hunny!
You can check out her productions on soundcloud or myspace;
http://www.myspace.com/kataclism
kataclism
Matt
A Deeper November mix
Posted on 16 November 2009 | No responses
I dusted off some vinyl and did a little mix, more minimal/electro than usual… bit creaky in places but never mind, it’s all about the music anyway! enjoy!
Dom
untitled – david hausdorf (7th bouquet)
long shadows (christian prommer mix) – pedro madeira (buzzin’ fly)
guinea pig (vocal variation with julia biel) – ben watt (buzzin’ fly)
in love with a german film star (stuck in the 80s mix) – sam taylor & the pet shop boys (kompakt pop)
lighters – king unique (junior london)
hearts on fire – cut/copy (modular)
see what we’ve become – ghost cauldron (!K7)
(this) is the dream of evan and chan (superpitcher kompakt mix) – dntel (plug research)
the happy monster – hug (k2)
insomnia (kemistry remix) – rodamaal feat. claudia franco (buzzin’ fly)
number one – eastwick and holloway (wall of sound)
Soulshot
Posted on 11 November 2009 | No responses
Thursday night sesh? Well it would be rude not too before Christmas parties take hold.
The Gramaphone has been serving eager punters from back in 2005. Time Out described the upstairs bar as “roomy and entirely lacking in trendy decor pretensions – a fine break from the weirdo art installation and beheaded Barbie doll norm round these parts”. Sounds like the perfect place to put a night on so in conjunction with Matt Cox and Lawrence Brookes (see Monkey Love Mix) we have.
http://www.myspace.com/nylondon
www.myspace.com/monkeytennismusic
Thursday 19th November, Gramaphone Bar, 60-62 Commercial Street, Spitafields, E1 6LT
19:30 ’til late , free entry.
Carnivalism Podcast No. 13 – Crack Bang Wizz Bang Pop Whoosh
Posted on 3 November 2009 | No responses
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Music always causes fireworks in our house so we hope that this unfortunately numbered edition does the same for you!
We’ve started on a bit of a political whinge with the first 3 tracks – Ball of Confusion (1970), Justice to the People (1973), Let the Dollar Circulate (1975). I can’t believe how poignant and relevant these song sound today, although written in an era when Nixon and the Vietnam War were firmly on people’s minds.
But before we fall into a territory better suited to the Paxmans or Dimblebys of this world, onto lighter things and a special nod of appreciation aimed towards an artist that features not once, twice but 3 times in this episode, and if you haven’t heard of The Revenge already, then perhaps its about time that you went outside a little more.
The Glaswegian producer has currently somewhat of a Midas touch. Otherwise know as Graeme Clark, he has been producing throughout his teens and has already over 15 releases to his name. That alongside a bagful of remixes have kept him well in demand not only on the decks, but in the studio also.
I wonder if he realises he has a doppelganger who invented the bionic ear?
TRACKLISTING
- Ball of Confusion – The Temptations
- Justice To The People – Lee “Scratch Perry” & The Upsetters
- Let the Dollar Circulate – Billy Paul
- What it is – Missin’ Linx
- You Got Me – Atlantic Conveyor
- Do it to the Max – 6th Borough Project
- Williams Blood (Cosmic Jam Remix) – Grace Jones
- Bounce Rock Skate Roll – Vaughan Mason & Crew
- Gadget Funk – The Herbaliser
- Stand on the Word – Celestial Choir
- One of Them Nights (Carnivalism’s into edit) – Billy Ocean
- Phreaky MF – Mike Dunn
- Dancing in Outta Space (The Revenge Rework 2) – Atmosfear
- Play the Game – Kenny Hawkes feat. Louise Carver
- White Horse – Laid Back
- Feverish (The Revenge remix) – Chimboche
- Gamma Ray (Franc Spangler mix) – Alpha Child
- It’s a War – Kano (Serge Santiago UK Re-edit)
- 54B (Acid Reflux) – Mudd
- Dancing in the Dark (Galactica Remix) – Mike Mareen
- Blackman (Desa Basshead Rework) – Stevie Wonder
Free Thinking Minds
Posted on 2 November 2009 | No responses
Saturday 14th November brings the launch of a new night at the Britannia Pub, by Victoria Park in the East End.
Host Al Mackenzie (D:Ream), has been recording the group’s second album “In Memory Of…” after re-grouping last year and released their single “All things to All Men” last month.
Matt joins him on the launch night so check out our listings page for more details.
Saturday 14th November, The Britannia Pub, 360 Victoria Park Road, E9 7BT
21:00-02:00, free entry.
Monkey Love Mix
Posted on 6 October 2009 | No responses
Our good friend and one half of Monkey Tennis. Lawrence Brookes has kindly made a mix and boy its a corker! We asked him a few questions to give us a brief insight into his monkey magic.
Larry, cracking mix, when did you put this together, what was happening that day, what mood were you in?
I recorded this on a sunny Saturday afternoon a few weeks back, just bought a load of new tunes that week and I was feeling… determined and ever so slightly tired and emotional.
Heavy Friday night no doubt. So the name Monkey Tennis, where is that from, Alan Partridge?
Yeah the name comes from Partridge – me and Matt (Ralph) had started a night down in South London and we needed a name for it. We both came up with a few ideas but it was a bit like that scene when Steve Coogan is at that meeting with the guy from the BBC, desparately trying to get a second series for his show and coming out with all sorts of rubbish. Backpacking with Chris Eubank, Arm Wrestling with Chas and Dave… Monkey Tennis came up and it just kind of stuck.
Apparently there’s another Monkey Tennis night in Sydney.
Yes, It looks like they have had the likes of the Inland nights guesting – Are you up for a grudge match?
You bet! As long as our air travel, hotel bill and expenses are thrown in…
Sounds great as long and we can join the tour. So what was the first piece of vinyl you bought?
First vinyl was Falco – Rock me Amadeus on 7″ from Woolworths on Finchley Road. It ended up wedged and warped down the back of mum and dad’s sofa after some vodka fuelled “parents are away for the weekend” house party. Great days, great times. First 12″ was M.A.R.R.S. – Pump up the Volume, still got that one.
What’s the most important track on your mix for you and why?
Not sure about most important but my fave track is that Hot Toddy mix of Never Gonna Reach Me by Crazy P. It’s rare to find a really good vocal house track these day in my opinion but this one’s right on the money, got a lovely sentiment and feel to it, really nice tune.
It’s funny, the other Crazy P track “The Hit” is probably one of my favourite Crazy P track. So what’s next for Monkey Tennis?
When we can get our shit together we’ll find another venue to throw a party and keep on keeping on. In an ideal world I’d find a big pot of money at the end of the garden, hire a decent space, get some of my mates and a special guest to play an all-nighter and put on a top night out.
A lot of time and energy goes into a putting a night on, lets hope we don’t have to wait too long for some more Monkey action. Faze Action and Crazy P who both feature on your mix are performing at the Queen of Hoxton later on this month. You in?
Didn’t know that… Two of my fave producers at the moment – yeah I’m in, see you down the front!
Future Disco – Album Launch Party
Friday, 16th October 2009
Queen of Hoxton, 1 Curtain Road, London. EC2A 3JX
Faze Action (Live), Crazy P (Live / DJ Set), Severino, Sean Brosnan, Matty J
click here for tickets or for more info on the label, click visit http://futuredisco.net/
Download Larry’s mix here;
http://www.sendspace.com/file/tlo77n
TRACKLISTING
You Can’t Hide your Love – David Joseph
Dub-In-Ham-Palace – Wildlife Edits
I’m Just a Sucker for a Pretty Face (Instrumental) – West Phillips
The Hit – Crazy P
In Your Eyes – Toby Tobias (Tensnake Remix)
Never Gonna Reach Me – Crazy P (Hot Toddy Mix)
Magnificent Disco – Disco Deviance (BC Edit)
Dance Disorder – Ilija Rudman (Faze Action Mix)
Party is the Solution – Floyd Beck
Passion – Tom Trago (MCDE Remix)
Raw Cuts 5 – MCDE
Good Loving – Faze Action (Shogone Deep Mix)
Living Without your Love – Walter Jones
P.G.B. – COMBI
Crazy P do it to me.
Posted on 29 September 2009 | No responses
Hot off the heels off Bestival shenanigans, a special mention has to go out to the much loved Crazy P who put on an incredible set in front of 300 lucky punters in the Red Bull Tent.
Crazy P bore the more fruity name “Crazy Penis” back sometime in 2001 when I discovered their single “You started Something” and have been going from strength to strength since then. Check out their music but if you get the chance, get your dancing shoes to one of their gigs. Lead singer Danielle Moore has more energy than a vat of red bull and Chris Todd, James Baron, Tim Davies and Mat Klose are more than capable of providing a equally infectious soundtrack that will leave you dancing, spinning and making silly shapes all night long.
It was great to see an old favourite Gilles Peterson return to the Isle of Wight. From a Bollywood tent containing 6, to virtual capacity in a matter of minutes the mightly lord of Brownswood is certainly a crowd puller. An educator and true representative of modern Jazz, hip-hop and soul Gilles continues to supply a diverse and progressive alternative to the mass-audience-music that unfortunately dominates British radio. Catch up with his sound and interviews on Radio One – Wednesdays 02:00-04:00, or take away his podcasts; http://www.gillespetersonworldwide.com/podcasts.php.
Matt normally goes for glittery make-up when meeting celebrities
New & Improved Carnivalism!
Posted on 3 September 2009 | No responses
Hello & a warm welcome to www.carnivalism.co.uk 2nd edition.
It has been awfully overdue but at last our website has drunkenly stumbled into the modern era of web blog type ting!
The overhaul makes news updates a whole lot easier and hopefully those who are still struggling to access our lovely podcasts should now be able to do so (no matter what media player you use). Each and every episode is now available in dual format. Posts will be categorised for you to find what you are after by using the menus on the right hand side.
Those who want to keep abreast of everything can subscribe by clicking on the RSS feeds (Subscribe section on the right) and get emails anytime new things are added to our shiny new website.
We are also digging through the dusty archives of party days gone by and are adding old pictures, flyers & press coverage.
So have a rummage, you might find something you like and we can get on bringing you more music and parties.
Dom plays with Monkeys
Posted on 1 September 2009 | No responses
NOPE, ITS DEFINITELY CANCELLED NOW.
Any budding promoters be warned!!! Putting on parties in London can be a messy affair!
EVENT CHANGED! PLEASE SEE LISTINGS
Next weekend Dom heads to Camden for a game of Monkey tennis. Last time the Carnivalism boys joined Matt & Larry was at the Salmon & Compasses and went off! We can tell you that for nothing.
Facebook faddies can check the event out here .
Saturday 12th Sept
Bar Vinyl
6 Inverness St
Nearest Tube – Camden Town
8 till 1am
Free all night
www.barvinyl.com
www.myspace.com/monkeytennismusic
Carnivalism’s Birthday Podcast – Notting Hill Carnival Special
Posted on 26 August 2009 | 1 response
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You would hardly believe that the Carnivalism partnership has been going for 7 years now. And although our public appearances aren’t as prolific as they used to be, think of us more like your favourite takeaway delivery, bringing the Carnivalism vibes to you, rather than you coming to us. But don’t think that’s the end of our playing live. Like Arnie, we’ll be back…
A gradual and beautiful introduction from Deneice Williams is a precursor to a track that Norman Jay will inevitably play over carnival weekend. Free by J Marky & Makoto (feat.Deeizm) is a D&B rendition that featured in a podcast Norman recorded for Time Out last summer and is sure to set the crowds on fire this weekend.
After he parted company with BBC London 94.9 in February 2008 due to programming issues and although Jazzy B has done a sterling effort in filling the gap, you can’t help but feel London is a little less richer without the dulcet tones of Norman picking out some musical gems every Sunday.
You can listen to Norman’s Timeout podcast by following this link;
http://www.timeout.com/london/features/5507/Norman_Jay-s_Carnival_podcast.html
TRACKLISTING
- 01. Free-Deneice Williams
- The Whip-The Ethiopians
- Cocaine in my Brain – Dillenger
- The Beach – Chris Rea
- Music Trance – Charanga 76
- What is it (Part II) – Garnett Mimms & Truckers
- Ye Phepha (DF’s Joberg Vocal Mix) – Bongo Marrin
- Mirror Dance – Afete Iku
- NY Jump (BC Edit) – Disco Deviance
- Simple Things (Todd Terje Mix) – Shit Robot
- Get Up Stand Up – The Chequres
- Tribulations – LCD Soundsystem
- etstream (Lindstrom Mix) – Doves
- Nobody’s Business – BIllie
- Passion (Motorcity Drum Ensemble) – Tom Trago
- Night Owl (Manoo & Francoisca remix) – Justin Martin
- Habanero – Sven Tasnadi
- Contemplation (King Britt Funke remix) – Josh One
- Into the Groove – Rhythm Replublic
- Gimme a Smile (The Delorme vs Dharma Bums Mix) – Lost Tribe
- Macho Disco Master – Wild GeeseUnderwater – Harry Thumann