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DJ Shadow

A legendary DJ, Shadow has taken DJ’ing and turntablism to a whole other level. If you haven’t seen him live yet, you need to. If you haven’t heard of him, then you should check his work out. He is arguably one of the best DJ’s ever to hit the decks.
He mixes a wide array of genres, not just hip hop, including just great music/songs to compose a highly energetic and ear pleasing mix.
Sunday November 21, 2010 at The Ogden Theater
http://www.djshadow.com/denver

I was invited to do some Live Painting last night at Snowboard on the Rocks event held at Colorado’s Red Rocks amphitheater. Well, the invite was around 10:00p the night before, and kind of caught me off guard. I never have done “live painting” at an event before, let alone at Red Rocks. After some beers and thinking, it hit me that this was an amazing opportunity that I had to jump on.

I thought of my subject on the way home from work yesterday evening and printed out a couple photos. I decided since one of the best MC’s of the hip hop world was performing, I figured he would make a good subject, so a portrait of Del was the objective.

I got to the venue and there were two other artists set up on the right and left sides of the stage. I met one of the talented artists named Brian, who did an amazing charcoal portrait of Del as well, so I guess the funky homosapien was the man of the night. Brian was a really cool person and humble about his awesome piece and talent. Although it didn’t turn out to be an original idea, I decided to proceed with my acrylic portrait of Del.

I think this was one of the quickest pieces I have ever painted, as I was just feeling the energy and was excited for the whole show and also wanted to make sure to catch some of the videos and performances. This was a style that I was just experimenting with based on my time and surroundings. A little looser, expressionistic style then some of my other portraits. Plus, this was a larger scale piece then I usually have worked with, but I must say, larger pieces are much more fun to paint. I was pretty focused and laying down the paint for some time and didn’t even pay attention to time, and then I went back in the crowd with my girl for a break and to watch the beginning of Del’s performance. I headed back down to finish the portrait while Del was still performing, which was a really awesome experience. Bukue One was heading up the stage as well and throwing down some skating skillz.

It turned out to be a great event, even with minor technical difficulties (not the Mack Dawg snow video but w the projector). I did miss some of the videos premiered, but I can watch those on DVD, I’m not sure when I’ll be able to paint up near the stage at Red Rocks again.

I received several compliments and offers, which was kind of my guide of the progress of this piece, as it was a larger canvas and I was crammed in a little corner at the right of the stage, so I couldn’t step back very far to view it in its entirety and ideal viewing distance.

Finally, near the end of the show, another girl expressed her interest in it and offered to purchase it. Not only did it feel good to get great feedback and an offer on a piece, but it just added so much more to my night. Needless to say, I sold the piece and I only have some photos of it from my phone. Thank you to the girl (Beth?) who purchased this painting. I really hope you enjoy it! And thanks to everyone who provided their support and compliments! And a big Thanks to Melissa for inviting me to paint at this awesome event!

I also got a chance to head backstage and meet the man himself, and he was really chill, even with all of the fans hitting him up for intros and pics. It was a good night.

Snowboard On The Rocks

Friday, September 17, 2010

6:30 PM

Door Time: 5:30 PM

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Buy Tickets Online: TicketsWest

Come be part of history at the 1st annual “Snowboard on the Rocks” at the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre!

Snowboard on the Rocks will take place at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Friday, September 17.  This event is organized and overseen by snowboarders for snowboarders.

Snowboard on the Rocks is a first-of-its-kind snowboard lifestyle event that will kick off the 2010/2011 snowboard season with the World Premier of 3 new snowboard videos, live musical performances, pro-snowboarder autograph signings, FREE LIFT TICKETS for everyone, tons of free product giveaways, and more!

It will make history as a festival that brings people together to one place, at one time, on an unprecedented scale, to celebrate the snowboard lifestyle as a united community.  Snowboard on the Rocks will host the first World Premier of a snowboard video ever to be shown @ the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheater.

SNOWBOARD FILM WORLD PREMIERS:

Standard Films’ “THE STORMING”
Featuring Torstein Horgmo, Halldor and Eiki Helgason, Xavier De Le Rue, Lonnie Kauk, Ryan Tiene, Sammy Luebke, Kazuhiro Kokubo, Reawyn Reid, Erin Comstock, Leanne Polosi, Hana Beaman, and Kimmy Fasani.  This is a global snowboard progression warning ranging from Norway, Iceland, Quebec City, Valdez, Squaw Vally, Northstar, Alpine Meadows, Lake Tahoe backcountry, and BC backcountry.

Think Thank’s “RIGHT BRAIN / LEFT BRAIN”
Featuring Tim Eddy, Scott Stevens, Sean Genovese, Gus Engle, Pat Milbery, Nick Visconti, Jesse Burtner, Mark Thompson, Matt Edgers, Chris Beresford, Austin Hironaka, Blair Habenicht, Chris Larson, Ben Bogart, Sam Hulbert, Andre Spinelli.  This years “Right Brain, Left Brain” is a double feature meant to encompass both aspects of your mind and all aspects of snow.

Never Summer’s “MADE IN AMERICA”
Featuring Cooper Hoffmeister, Ben Millsaps, Jason Hindman, Rajat, Elms and Ryan Cruze.

MUSICAL PERFORMANCES BY:

Del the Funky Homosapien – Oakland, CA

Bukue One – Oakland, CA

London Dungeon – Denver, CO

TICKET INFO

FREE LIFT TICKET to Echo Mountain included with every Snowboard on the Rocks ticket sale!

Tickets on sale NOW!
Get them online at TicketsWest or pick them up at any King Soopers Grocery Outlet for $22.50.  To charge tickets by phone, call (866) 464-2626 or (719) 576-2626

more info:
http://www.redrocksonline.com/

Ft. Collins’ own hip hop up and comer Grieves will be performing at The Marquis Theater in Denver Thursday August 19. I’ve seen Grieves live at least 3 time sand opened for him with my crew, Kollage, a few years back, and each time, I have been impressed, not only with the unique and humorous entertainment factor Grieves pulls in and the quality content, but Budo also brings in the beats, tables and instruments with crushing quality sound.

They just dropped their new album, Irreversible,  on their new label Rhymesayers, formerly with Black Clover, and even though it’s another label, they still retain their dynamic jazzy hip hop sound and great story telling lyricism. I am always impressed at the production quality of their albums, including the previous 88 keys and counting, not only are the beats great, but the production is over the top with small details of compression, appropriately placed and well used effects/filters, and crisps crunching melodies and overlays! Listen up for Scar Garden, which has a nice remixed sample from another CO based crew Crown City Rockers now in SF – track 06 from their last album under their former name, “Mission.”

The Marquis/Sodajerk productions
http://sodajerkpresents.com/calendar#2373105

Buy Tix:
http://www.ticketweb.com

It’s been a minute since I participated in an art show, but I’m going to have a new piece in this upcoming event. I also have a lot of friends with pieces going in too, from paintings (AJ McCormick, Jon Strieby, Chad Everhardt, Ryan Parker) to photography (Amanda Baker, Bridget Mahoney)!

Ink Monster is putting on a HUGE Art & Music Festival, Power of Free. Saturday August 21, 2010, from 2pm – 4am at Casselman’s Bar & Venue (2620 Walnut Street Denver) and it’s all FREE!

This will be an incredible experience from your ears with some awesome music and crews, to the art that will please your eye balls! I’m sure you can get our taste senses stimulated with a lil’ something from the bar too.

This is going to be an awesome event featuring:

• ART from over 30 LOCAL ARTISTS, including Me, Patrick Hansen.
• Body Painting by Dread.
• Ohh La La Burlesque Dancers.
• Snowboard Mag Release!

Featured Artists:
Sara Ford, Tom Bond, Axel Geittmann, Patrick Hansen, Scot Lefavor, Emily Ayers, Joe Triscari, Amanda Baker, Mike Graves, Ryan Parker, Matt Scobey, Mike Ortiz, Bridget Mahoney, Chad Everhart, David Jones, Atsu Saisho, Andrew Hoffman, Whittney Wells, Angel Lujan, Seth Lockard, Mike Hubert, Jared King, Jon-Paul Belongea, Sandra Fettingis, Pat Milbery, Andrew Heard, Jonathan Lamb, Jon Strieby, AJ McCormick, Henry Daniel Bell, Sarah Adams, Jimmy, Kelly Monico, Pedro Barrios, Libby Wann, Patrick Duffy….and many more.

A huge music line up featuring:

• BUS DRIVER
• WHYGEE
• BUKUE ONE
• The pirate Signal
• The Dendrites
• 200 Million Years
• Astra Moveo
• The Get Down Science
• Pillow Fight
• Mike Deez
• Stretch
• Musa
• Danial
• Chris Specht

sponsored by:

• Ink Monster
• Universal Herbs
• SnowBoard Mag
• Pabst Blue Ribbon
• Smith Optics
• Zumiez
• Spacecraft
• Lib Tech
• The Produce
• So Gnar
• and more

@:
Casselman’s Bar & Venue
Saturday – August 21, 2010
2pm – 4am at
2620 Walnut Street Denver
FREE!

Ink Monster

One of the best MC’s will be performing Paid in Full in its entirety Wednesday August 25 at The Fox Theater in Boulder. This should be an impressive show featuring one of hip hip lyrical pioneers.

$18 adv/$20 day of

http://www.foxtheatre.com/Store/ChooseTicket.aspx?sid=15754

UPDATE: THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELED!

The Chicharones will be playing at Cervantes Thursday July 15.

J-Live and The Chicharones (Sleep and Josh Martinez) will be at The Fox Theater in Boulder Tuesday July 12, 2010. I’m a fan of both of them. If you haven’t heard their music, visit their sites.

It’s only $12 (advanced $15 day of).

Visit FoxTheater.com:
http://www.foxtheatre.com/Store/ChooseTicket.aspx?sid=15764

J-LIVE:
http://www.j-livemusic.com/

The Chicharones
http://www.myspace.com/thechicharones

Hikakin taking beat boxing to another level, well, several levels on Super Mario Brothers.

Universe Juice is one of Denver’s largest hip hop events featuring everything from live music, B-Boy battles, DJ battles, Freestyle battles, live mural painting and everything in between. This is a HUGE two day event Saturday through Sunday, June 5-6 at the Exdo Event Center located at 3500 Walnut street, Denver, CO. A full two blocks of live music, dance, murals and more! Cash prizes for the champs and hosted by Denver’s own Dent.

I’ll be thrown down the beats for Path One on Sunday during his live performance, so be sure to roll through and enjoy a whole weekend of hip hop and creative art!

All Ages!
June 5-6 Saturday & Sunday
11:00am to 9:00pm
Exdo Event Center
3500 Walnut street, Denver, CO

Line up:

DJ’s:

• Stretch
• Unison
• Lazy Eyez
• B-Money
• Vajra
• Musa
• Selector Sam
• Puffah Brown

Live Music by:

• Path One w/ artistIQ
• Denver Massive
• F.O.E.
• Fresh Breath Committee
• The Littleague
• Manifest & Arkhightek
• Microphone Jones
• Mike Wird w/ Jedi Flowerz
• The Reminders
• Soda Pop Heads
• Spellbinder
• Strange Powers
• 420 Chronic Addicts
• Ace Myamoto
• DJ Cavem Moetavation
• Main Coursse
• Mile Hicons of ATR
• Nofrendo w/ J.Reed
• Panama
• Lunalilo Di Vinci
• Turner Jackson
• Xperiment
• Whygee w/ DJ Brikabrah

Artists:

• Jive
• Reps
• East
• Reks
• Dread
• Scribe
• Emit
• Ouija
• Jolt
• Jher
• Gamma
• BTR Crew

The “dude” rocked The Blue Bird Tuesday night.

This was the first time I have seen him live and I’m glad I did. He threw out his classics like Lac-ville ’79 to some new tracks that I haven’t heard before. Definitely a sick show with old school flava’ and energy. DD’s vocal scratches and effects are dope and pretty convincing.

Devin and his massive crew on stage delivering to Denver!