Monthly Archives: December 2011

FUNK, DISCO, HOUSE: Blockparty Picnic Mixtape by DJ Phil Toke (SOUL OF SYDNEY / Our House Sydney)

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Our main man & resident Block Party DJ Phil Toke (SOUL OF SYDNEY / OUR HOUSE SYDNEY) put together this dope mix-tape jam packed with some of the daytime FUNK, DISCO & REAL HOUSE jams he has been throwing down at the picnics over the last few months.

Tracklisting

1.The Last Minister – Tribute to the JB family
2.Lyn Collins – Think (Jski edit)
3.Kool & The Gang – Love and Understanding
4.War – Galaxy
5.Jimmy Castor – E man boogie
6.Jesse G – thats hot
7.Change – A lover’s holiday
8.Nijel – Dance so fine (instrum)
9.Brothers Johnson – Stomp
10.Superbreak disco edits – Body Bait
11.Society – Can U rock?
12.Phase II – Reachin
13.Terrence Parker – Love’s Got me high
14.Teddy Pendergrass – Only you
15.Sylvester – Over & over

 

FREE – FAMILY FRIENDLY – SUNDAY AFTERNOON BLOCK PARTY BEATS & BBQ VIBE + LIVE STREET ART

LOCATION: Inner-city indoor / outdoor courtyard 1 min from central station in Redfern/Chippendale area (email soulofsydney@gmail.com for details)

MUSIC:  ‘Feel-Good’ FUNK, SOUL, FUNK, HIP HOP & DISCO vibrations hosted by some of Sydney’s FUNK Dons;

LIVE STREET ART:SYDNEY STREET ART PROJECT SHOWCASE FEAT:

INFO + LINKS:  

We are back for our winter Block-Party edition out of the Park & into a warmer  indoor / outdoor courtyard & laneway for an afternoon of usual ‘feel-good’ funk vibes, but this time with a BBQ set up for anyone to use & special a LIVE STREET ART showcase as part of ‘Sydney Street Art Project’.

We proud to have a couple of Sydney’s own ‘GOD-FATHERS OF FUNK’ as guest selectors along with Block Party residents DJ’s on rotation;

- ALL SOULED OUT DJ’S (Stephen Ferris & Graham Mandroules)
- SUPERBREAK (www.soundcloud.com/kostaellis)
- Phil Toke (www.ourhousesydney.com)
- Queen Shirene D’Silva
- Soul of Sydney DJ’s
- Juzzlikedat
- Edseven
- C-Man
-Michael Zac
- Eadie Ramia

SYDNEY STREET ART PROJECT LIVE SHOWCASE

We are also delighted to be able to featuring a live art showcase from two local artist who will be taking over the walls for a special live showcase as part of the Sydney Street Art Project launched a couple of weeks ago.

Sid Tapia (www.facebook.com/sidtapia)

Takie

(www.facebook.com/takie.art)

Sydney Street Art Project (www.facebook.com/sydneystreetartproject)

LOCATION: Inner-city indoor / outdoor courtyard 1 min from central station in Redfern/Chippendale area (email soulofsydney@gmail.com for details)
PLEASE NOTE: We will be in a licence venue so please (NO BYO) for this one, Still family friendly so kids who dig funk are more welcomed for soul Soul Pre-School & there will be a BBQ set up if anyone wants to bring something to cook etc.

Strictly limited capacity event so please email at soulofsydney@gmaill.com so we can hold you a space on the dance floor Or CALL/SMS 0415 164 425

LINKS:

www.soulofsydney.org/blockparty
www.twitter.com/soulofsydney
www.ourhousesydney.com
www.facebook.com/groups/soulofsydney
www.facebook.com/soulofsydney
www.facebook.com/takie.art
www.facebook.com/sidtapia

About the Block-Party Picnic Movement

In the name of spreading REAL MUSIC! SOUL OF SYDNEY, OUR HOUSE SYDNEY &  TONE have teamed up to put forward a small number of hush-hush out door POP UP street & park-side throw-downs during summer.

The idea is a series of free Pop-UP Sunday afternoon family friendly Picnic’s in various outdoor locations around this beautiful city, featuring rotating sets from local DJ’s & Artists still flying the flag for quality music in Sydney.

If you like the idea of hearing everything from James Brown, Jocelyn Brown, Erykah Badu, De La Soul, Dilla & Masters At Work & Frankie Knuckles in an outdoor location where you can have a Sunday Picnic in the sunshine, then join us as we celebrate the gift of great music, in a relaxed environment with friends and al-fresco on picnic blankets!

Block Party Videos:

PHIL TOKE @ BLOCK PARTY –> video


CRAIG C MAN @ BLOCK PARTY PICNIC –> video


SOUL TRAIN @ BLOCK PARTY PICNIC –> video

Block Party Picnic Mixtapes:

#3 by DJ Phil Toke (Our House Sydney/Soul of Sydney)

JAN 2011

Our main man & resident Blockparty DJ Phil Toke put together this dope mix-tape jam packed with some of the daytime FUNK, DISCO & REAL HOUSE jams he has been throwing down at the picnics over the last few months. Expect a stack of similar vibes for Australia Day!

Download

Tracklisting

  1. Intro Barack Obama
  2. Bill Withers- Lovely Day
  3. Gwen McCrae- Funky Sensation
  4. John Davis Monster Orchestra- Ain’t That Enough For You
  5. James Brown- Funky President
  6. The Commodores- Brick House
  7. Average White Band- Pick Up The Pieces
  8. First Choice- Love Thang
  9. Angela Winbush- I Love You More
  10. Convertion- Lets Do It
  11. Komiko- Feel Alright
  12. Geraldine Hunt- Cant Fake The Feeling
  13. Richard T Bear- Sunshine Hotel
  14. Lenny Williams- You Got Me Runnin (Krivit Re edit)
  15. The Salsoul Orchestra- You’re Just The Right Size
  16. The Salsoul Orchestra- Salsoul Rainbow/Obama Victory Speech
  17. Diana Ross- No One Gets The Prize
  18. Diana Ross- The Boss

Our House Sydney & Soul of Sydney Present: will be hosting another special family friendly Throw-down picnic to celebrate your SUNDAY’s & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS in the right kind of fashion.. with a stack of good mates, outdoors in the sunshine and with DJ’s playing REAL music..

We have a stack of DJ’s on rotation playing a stack of daytime SOUL, FUNK, HIP HOP & HOUSE joints from the likes of Fela, Mama Africa, James Brown, Jocelyn Brown, Masters At Work, Erykah Badu, De La Soul, Dilla, Larry Levan, Sade, Jill Scott & Frankie Knuckles just to name a few.

Real Music, Real People Enjoying in a Family Friendly outdoor environment.

Open Decks, Open Mic & Open Floor (for all you dancers)

If you are interested in supporting, performing or need to get in contact please shoot us an email on soulofsydney@gmail.com as we will be updating venue information very soon.

See you on the Grass Dancefloor!

Phil & Sam @ Soul of Sydney & Co.

NOTE: If you haven’t sent you for mobile number can you please forward to soulofsydney@gmail.com in the event we do have to move the party last minute?

A  Few points that might help you organise you day better;

  • It is a FAMILY FRIENDLY PICNIC first and foremost so might be a good idea really to pack for a Sunday Picnic in the park (eski/ picnic basket, fruit, drinks and something to sit on etc.)
  • We have a spot with a stack of grass around with plenty of room for kids, it is 5 mins from city around Alexandria, there is shade but best people bring some hats etc.
  • We will have a Sound System with selectors playing an eclectic mix of real music including everything from Sade to James Brown to De La Soul, Erykah Badu & Masters At Work, Larry Levan, Frankie Knuckles.
  • It is open decks with rotating DJ’s (but best people get in touch via soulofsydney@gmail.com if keen to play to confirm time slots)
  • We usually aim to get everything starting at about 12pm with ending time around depending on vibe.
  • We will be waiting for the weather forecast before we make the call as it is outdoors, if it does look like it’s going to rain then we will simply move till next sunny Sunday. (We will be in touch a few days out for the event via email & on the day via SMS in case we have to move the party, so we will need your Mobile details too so we can get location details quicker)
  • ARTIST CALL OUT: If you are a local Musician, MC, Singer, Percussionist or DJ then we are very keen to hear from you if you would like to play, especially if you down to play percussion along the Djs in an open jam vibe for Sunday. (we are hoping to get thing going as a regular Sunday afternoon local soul funk and hip hop open jam session so if your keen to be part of it let us know)
  • For local Soul music fan then we simply wants you there enjoying the music, so get a group of friends together, spread the word and come down for a day out it the park to some real music.

Thanks again for getting behind the idea kids.. Sydney definitely needs more people like YOU!

Pray for good weather & hope to see you all at the next one.

Peace,

Soul of Sydney and Co.

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SOULFUL DEEP HOUSE: Masters At Work & India: A Match Made in Soulful House Heaven

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The recording partnership between New York based Masters At Work & the unmistakable talents of latin vocal sensation India have to be one of the finest collaborations in Soulful House music. The trio have put together so many of  the seminal moments of house music over the last 15 years.



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HIP HOP: JEAN GRAE Up Close & Personal @ Goodgod, Feat. Frenzie, MK-1 & BadEzzy (Wed 4th Dec) + FREE TICKETS

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Jean Grae

Image by mrmoneda via Flickr

Goodgod & Way-2-Fonky present…

JEAN GRAE (NYC) – UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL AT GOODGOD!
+ FRENZIE
+ MK-1
+ BAD EZZY

THIS WED JAN 4

Rising up out of the New York underground, Jean Grae is a name that resonates with Hip Hop heads worldwide.

Since the release of her debut Attack of the Attacking Things, and her signing to Talib Kweli‘s Blacksmith Records, Jean has continued to evolve with countless platinum releases and performances on some of the biggest stages around the globe.

After numerous tours down-under sharing the stage with other Hip Hop immortals, she’s now bringing her impeccable flow and thought provoking lyrics to the intimate surrounds of Goodgod Small Club.

This is a once in a life time opportunity to witness one of Hip Hop’s finest MCs up close and personal. Capacity is limited! Early bird tickets willl not last!

Facebook Link, Tickets

GIVEAWAY:
We have a FREE double pass to give away to the first person who emails through soulofsydney@gmail.com or shoots us a message at our face-book fan page


 

FUNKDAFIED AND DIGDEEP PROMOTIONS: HIGH FLYERS LITTLE SECRET NEW YEARS DAY!

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Following the success of last NYD’s Warehouse event at Sun Studios, Funkdafied are bringing it back to you for NYD 2012 with over five areas of quality House, live Funk & Soul, old school Hip-Hop and Nu Disco.

If you partied with us last NYD you’ll have an idea of what to expect this time around. Catering for a discerning crowd who appreciate good music this promises to be one of the best events Sydney has seen in a long time.

This year ware are proud to introduce an act that has been on top of their game for over a decade. Crazy P will be gracing our shores with their full live 5-piece band. Also on the line up will be DJ Maestro who recently toured Australia and performed at the sold out Blue Note Trip event at the Basement in Sydney. Katalyst will also be performing on the day with special guests as part of his sound system.

Joining Crazy P, DJ Maestro & Katalyst will be over 40 artists across several indoor and outdoor stages. We’ll be bringing you the very best in sound and lighting production and we still have more surprises in store for the big event.

So if you want to kick off the New Year in style make sure to join us on 1st Jan 2012!

We’ll be kicking the doors open at 3pm as we know you’ll be ready to get involved early on.

Artists on the day:

CRAZY P (live) / DJ Maestro / KATALYST (Sound System) / The Owl / Mr Doris / Omegaman Sound System (live) / The Leisure Bandits (live) / JC (Funkdafied) / Milan (live) / Sean Doyle /Frenzie / Mr Glass / Mathmatics / Ology / Naiki / MK-1 / Saywhut / Ian Drabble /Mo Funk / Monkey Tennis DJ’s / Karl Prinzen / RussTee / Tazman / Ollie Brooke / DJ Slynk / Stephen Ferris / Graham Mandroules / The Michael Wheatley Trio / Toon.

These tickets won’t be around for long, you can reserved the printed first release tickets now by emailing info@funkdafied.com.au.

You can also book them through the following Moshtix link;

http://www.moshtix.com.au/event.aspx?id=51330&ref=secretwarehousenyd

Tickets: First Release $59.00+bf Second Release $69.00+bf Final Release $79.00+bf

WHILE THEY LAST!, We will see you on the Dancefloor!
http://www/funkdafied.com.au

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SOUL FUNK CHRISTMAS MIXTAPE by Tan Crackers Soul Club

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Merry Christmas SOUL FAMILY! Peace and many Blessings to your and your loved ones over the Christmas Break!

Here is our little musical Christmas present that our good mates at Tan Crackers Soul Club wrapped neatly and left under our tree just for YOU! Its a Solid dose of feel-good festive season Soul & Funk jams just about perfect for a Christmas BBQ, Picnic or EVEN BLOCKPARTY !

DOWNLOAD

Stay close to the Tan Crackers via their facebook group for info on their legendary Soul, Funk 45′s all nighters around town, and look out for them dropping the similar goodness at our block-party picnics during summer too kicking off again from January 1 2012.

SOUL OF SYDNEY + OUR HOUSE CLASSIC HOUSE NEW YEARS DAY BEACHSIDE BLOCKPARTY (JAN 1 2012) Feat. OUR HOUSE DJ’s, PHIL TOKE, PHIL HUDSON, MICHAEL ZAC & EADIE RAMIA, QUEEN SHIRENE D’SILVER & Soul of Sydney DJ’s

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Our good mates at Soul of Sydney & Our House will be hosting a special New Years Day ‘Blockparty Picnic’ on SUNDAY 1 January 2012 in a special beach side location.

Similar vibes to the summer throw-downs only in a different location and a lot more day time house vibes as OUR HOUSE DJ’s PHIL TOKE, PHIL HUDSON, MICHAEL ZAC & EADIE RAMIA on rotating with QUEEN SHIRENE D’SILVER & Soul of Sydney DJ’s + Guests dropping the FUNK flavours during the day.

Very Limited space so best to register for venue info etc at soulofsydney@gmail.com or SMS 0405 494 138 to stay in the loop.

NEW YEARS DAY Facebook Event –> Here

If you haven’t sent you for mobile number can you please forward to soulofsydney@gmail.com in the event we do have to move the party last minute?

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THE BEIRUT GROOVE COLLECTIVE presents: Black Christmas ‘James Brown Tribute’ Feat James Locksmith (JembeMusic)

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Its official, REAL MUSIC IS UNIVERSAL!

Our good mate James Locksmith of JembeMusic put me on to this dope event on this weekend in Beirut where a posse of SOUL, FUNK & Rare Groove fans are throwing it down in homage to the musical legacy of James Brown at the annual ‘Black Christmas‘.

THE BEIRUT GROOVE COLLECTIVE presents ‘THE BLACK CHRISTMAS’ (THIRD EDITION)

(In Memory of the Fifth Anniversary of JAMES BROWN’s Death)

For the third X-mas in a row THE BEIRUT GROOVE COLLECTIVE keeps the tradition of funk, soul, rare groove and breaks in this city and the Middle East, alive. However this time we are getting closer to the heart of the action by taking over the former infamous CLUB SOCIAL where three of THE BGC DJs used to spin regularly (DJ Stickfiggr, Ernesto and Ramsay Short).
This time THE BEIRUT GROOVE COLLECTIVE commemorate the fifth anniversary of James Brown’s death, with long list of DJs, artists and visual artists. To top it all off, this year Supreme Sandwiches and Samosas will be on sale from Firas Yatbokh!

  • Natalie “Baby” Shooter (Opening act)
  • Brother Jackson ( afro-funk/hip-hop) + Heavy G (Hard funk)
  • Chris Bail (dance music)
  • DJ Spindle aka Ernesto ( rare groove,deep funk, breaks)
  • James Locksmith (nu-disco, afrobeat)
  • DJ Wah ( Italo-Disco)

Visuals by Nadim Saoma

“In Memory of James Brown” an art project by Tom Bone,Jeanne Fouchet, Semaan Khawam, Lilly in the rain aka Nanou, Ernesto and short fuse.

Shortfuse Film will be releasing their music video for BGC collaborator Wriggly Scott aka DJ Solo’s new single entitled “Hierarchy/Anachy”.

BGC Links:

SOUL OF SYDNEY: FREE BLOCK-PARTY PICNIC #3 THIS SUNDAY 18TH DEC SUN (CLASSIC HIP HOP, SOUL, FUNK, DISCO & DAY TIME HOUSE VIBES)

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SYDNEY SOUL PATROL: BLOCK PARTY UPDATE

Hay SOUL PEOPLE!

Just a quick heads up on the SOUL OF SYDNEY FREE BLOCKPARTY PICNIC THIS SUNDAY 18TH DEC  IN ALEXANDRIA.

Sun 18th Dec from 12pm-7,

Parkside Location in Alexandria

DJ’s include;

  • Gian Aripino & Tom Tutton (Tan Crackers Soul  Club)
  • MK1 (Sounds of the Zulu Nation)
  • Ben Peterson (Tone)
  • Our House DJ’s : Phil Toke, Eadie Ramia & Michael Zac & Phil Hudson.
  • Soul of Sydney DJ’s + Friends

We have picked a Parkside location in Alexandria stack of grass and trees for shade etc.We will be sending out a message later on in the week via SMS and Email on exact location but just waiting to see if the weather holds up.

WE WILL BE UPDATING OUR Facebook Event –> www.facebook.com/events/192710300814739/If you haven’t sent you for mobile number can you please forward to soulofsydney@gmail.com in the event we do have to move the party last minute?

DJ’S playing Sunday include;

  • Soul of Sydney DJ’s + Friends; Including;
  • Gian Aripino & Tom Tutton (Tan Crackers Soul  Club)
  • Phil Toke, Eadie Ramia & Michael Zac (Our House DJ’s)
  • MK1 (Sounds of the Zulu Nation)
  • Ben Peterson (Tone)

A  Few points that might help you organize you day better;

  • It is a family friendly picnic first and foremost so could be a good idea really to pack an eski/ picnic basket, fruit, drinks and something to sit on etc.
  • We have a spot with a stack of grass around with plenty of room for kids, it is 5 mins from city in Alexandria, there is shade but best people bring some hats etc.
  • We will have a basic DJ set up playing everything from Sade to James Brown to De La Soul, Erykah Badu & Masters At Work. It is open decks with rotating DJ’s (but best people get in touch via soulofsydney@gmail.com if keen to play to confirm time slots)
  • We are hoping to kick off by 11pm till around 6 or later depending on vibe
  • We will be waiting for the weather forecast before we make the call as it is outdoors, if it does look like it’s going to rain then we will simply move till next sunny Sunday. (We will be in touch later in the week via email and on the day via SMS in case we have to move the party so we will need your Mob. details too.)
  • If you are a local Musician, Mc, Singer, Percussionist or DJ then we are very keen to hear from you if you would like to play, especially if you down to play percussion along the Djs in an open jam vibe for Sunday. (we are hoping to get thing going as a regular Sunday afternoon local soul funk and hip hop open jam session so if your keen to be part of it let us know)
  • For local Soul music fan then we simply wants you there enjoying the music, so get a group of friends together, spread the word and come down for a day out it the park to some real music.

Thanks again for the support we have been inundated with positive feedback after the last party, will be in touch by week’s end,Here is a clip of some of the fun from the last party a few weeks back, right after a storm when we were forced to move for shelter in a brick pit for an afternoon of classic Chicago HOUSE, SOUL, FUNK  and.. ERIC B and RAKIM!

Be sure to check for info at Facebook Event –> www.facebook.com/events/192710300814739/Thanks again for getting behind the idea kids.. Sydney needs more people like YOU!Pray for good weather & hope to see you all on Sunday. Peace,Soul of Sydney and Co.

NEW YEARS DAY: SOUL OF SYDNEY NEW YEARS DAY BLOCKPARTY PICNIC (JAN 1 2012)

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We are back by DOPE demand after a stack of positive messages & e-mails we will be hosting a special New Years Day ‘Blockparty Picnic’ on SUNDAY 1 January 2012 in a dope beach side location to be advised

Similar vibes to the summer throw-downs only in a different location and a lot more day time house vibes as OUR HOUSE DJ’s PHIL TOKE, PHIL HUDSON, MICHAEL ZAC & EADIE RAMIA take over from Soul of Sydney DJ’s & Guests dropping the FUNK flavours .

Very Limited space so best to register for venue info etc at soulofsydney@gmail.com or SMS 0405 494 138 to stay in the loop.

NEW YEARS DAY Facebook Event –> Here

Stay close for more info.

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UPDATE

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o get in touch on our facebook page or email us for details or if you want to get invloved playing some music etc.

Peace

Soul of Sydney & CO.

About the Block-Party Picnics:

In the name of spreading REAL MUSIC! SOUL OF SYDNEY, OUR HOUSE SYDNEY &  TONE have teamed up to put forward a small number of hush-hush out door POP UP street & park-side throw-downs during summer.

The idea is a series of free Pop-UP Sunday afternoon family friendly Picnic’s in various outdoor locations around this beautiful city, featuring rotating sets from local DJ’s & Artists still flying the flag for quality music in Sydney.

If you like the idea of hearing everything from James Brown, Jocelyn Brown, Erykah Badu, De La Soul, Dilla & Masters At Work & Frankie Knuckles in an outdoor location where you can have a Sunday Picnic in the sunshine, then join us as we celebrate the gift of great music, in a relaxed environment with friends and al-fresco on picnic blankets!

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We have a number of spots around Alexandria, Sydney CBD, Glebe & East but wait will be waiting to see if the weather holds up before we let everyone know where we will be at, if it is blue sky’s then we are in business and will be sending an sms blast out of where you can be found.

Few points that might help you organize you day better;

· It is a family friendly picnic first and foremost so could be a good idea really to pack an eski/ picnic basket, fruit, drinks and something to sit on etc.

· We have a spot with a stack of grass around with plenty of room for kids, it is 5 mins from city around Alexandria, there is shade but best people bring some hats etc. \

· We will have a basic DJ set up playing everything from Sade to James Brown to De La Soul, Erykah Badu & Masters At Work. It is open decks with rotating DJ’s (but best people get in touch via email if keen to play to confirm time slots)

· We are hoping to kick off by 12pm till around 5 or 6

· We will be waiting for the weather forecast before we make the call as it is outdoors, if it does look like it’s going to rain then we will simply move till next sunny Sunday. (We will be in touch later in the week via email and on the day via SMS in case we have to move the party so we will need your Mob. details too.)

· If you are a local Musician, Mc, Singer, Percussionist or DJ then we are very keen to hear from you if you would like to play, especially if you down to play percussion along the Djs in an open jam vibe for Sunday. (we are hoping to get thing going as a regular Sunday afternoon local soul funk and hip hop open jam session so if your keen to be part of it let us know)

· For local Soul music fan then we simply wants you there enjoying the music, so get a group of friends together, spared the word and come down for a day out it the park.

Stay Updated online at;

Twitter http://www.twitter.com/soulofsydney
FB: http://www.facebook.com/soulofsydney
Online: http://www.soulofsydney.org/blockparty

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WHY NOW?

This came about due to the overwhelming disappointment with the closure of so many GREAT music venues in Sydney recently. So we felt the time was right to organise a local music communal get together for the locals who have been supporting the music and venues we all love.

We will have a Sound System, Decks & Mic set up, so if you are keen to help out with music or a mini show case, let us know via FB or e-mail.

Peace,

From your good friends at

Soul of Sydney & Tone

Updated Event Info –> http://www.soulofsydney.org/blockparty

Proudly Supported By Sydney’s REAL MUSIC VENUE TONE, back-online verysoon to support sydneys music scene –> http://www.tone.net.au/

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BLOCK-PARTY FUNK MIXTAPS #1- TRIBUTE TO OBAMA

Mixed by: Phil Toke & Soul Of Sydney, of Sydney Australia

Running Time: 74 minutesblack power to the people usa america obama barack flickr soul funk disco ohm collective phil toke obama tribute mix sydney

DOWNLOAD:

at Sound Cloud or Here

Track List

  1. The Love Unlimited Orchestra – Midnight Groove,<Soul Of Sydney Edit>
  2. Fatback Band – Mister Bass Man
  3. The Head Hunters- God Made Me Funky
  4. The Honey Drippers- Impeach The President
  5. The O’Jays- Give The People What They Want
  6. James Brown- The Boss
  7. Bill Withers- Lovely Day
  8. Herb Alpert – RiseYObama EDIT>
  9. James Brown – Funky President
  10. Maceo & The Macks – Soul Power ’74
  11. Donald Byrd- Change- Makes You Want To Hustle
  12. Curtis Mayfield- Right on For The Darkness
  13. Stevie Wonder- Black Man
  14. The Blackbyrds- Rock City Park
  15. Odyssey- Going Back To My Roots
  16. John McLaughlin- Planetary Citizen
  17. Issac Hays- Theme From S.H.A.F.Tt black President.
  18. The Beginning of The End- Funky Nassau (Part 1)
  19. George Clinton – One Nation Under A Groove
  20. Stevie Wonder – Higher Ground
  21. Lonnie Liston Smith- Expansions
  22. George Benson- You Can Do It < Phil Toke & Soul of Sydney ‘I Have A DREAM EDIT’
  23. Roy Ayers- Evolution
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SOUL,JAZZ: ‘Honour Confers Your Crown’: Sade Ausralian Concert Tribute by DJ Trey (facebook.com/djtrey)

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Soul of Sydney Podcast #21: ‘Honour Confers Your Crown’: Sade Ausralian Tour Mix by DJ Trey (facebook.com/djtrey)

5 Dec 2011

Get it touch for a on our SOUL OF SYDNEY FAN PAGE or GROUP or shoot us an email at
soulofsydney@gmail.com for download link

DJ Trey, our man local selector of all things BLISSFULLY SOULFUL has put together this inspiring  Sade Australian tour mix for us for everyone still feeling the magic from  last nights concert and the lucky ones like me who are going tonight.

SADE: The voice & the looks of an angel ! Track List
1. No Ordinary Love
2. Feel No Pain
3. Somebody Already Broke My Heart
4. Love Is Stronger Than Pride
5. Your Love Is King
6. Soldier Of Love
7. Siempre Hay Esperanza
8. The Sweetest Taboo
9. Keep Looking
10. When Am I Going To Make A Living
11. Maureen
12. Kiss Of Life
13. Tar Baby
14. Cherry Pie
15. I Couldn’t Love You More
16. Turn My Back On You
17. Paradise
18. Nothing Can Come Between Us
19. Frankie’s First Affair
20. Never As Good As The First Time
21. Hang On To Your Love
22. I Will Be Your Friend
23. Smooth Operator
24. Is It A Crime (Lover’s Live)
25. ** Killer Blow
 

Get it touch for a on our SOUL OF SYDNEY FAN PAGE or GROUP or shoot us an email at
soulofsydney@gmail.com for download link

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K-Ci & JoJo have returned to Aussie shores!

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It has been 4 years since RnBs most loved brother-duo K-Ci & JoJo‘s last visit to Australia. Now they have returned to Aussie shores this week for their Love Life Tour 2011.

K-Ci & JoJo are renowned for their hit singles “All My Life” and “Crazy”. However, they are also known for their extensive music career releasing an array of hit singles from 5 successful albums. They have also featured on 2Pac’s single “How Do U Want It”. They’ve scored themselves an American Music Award in 1999 for Favourite R&B Band/Duo/Group and three Grammy nominations as well as numerous music collaborations with other artists. In 1999, they recorded the title soundtrack for the Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence movie “Life”, which was written and produced by R.Kelly.

It was back in 2007 when JoJo made headline news when he fell on stage at the last Sydney show. Prior to this accident, the brothers K-Ci & JoJo were already known to have alcohol and drug-related issues.

This event has sparked inspiration for the brothers to make a significant change in their lives. They began to film the first season of a nine-episode docu-series about their path to recovery.

Today K-Ci & JoJo have returned better than ever to express their gratitude toward their fans for the continued support. K-Ci & JoJo return with the aptly named Love Life Tour 2011.

Be sure not to miss out on their show this Friday 9 December 2011 at Enmore Theatre, Sydney at 7PM.

Price: VIP (MEET & GREET) $148.50 / PLATINUM SEATS (T-SHIRT) $99.95 / GOLD SEATS $79.95 / STANDING DANCE FLOOR $69.95
Bookings (02) 9550 3666
Mode: Concert – Standing Downstairs / Reserved Seating Upstairs
Tickets: On sale now @ ENMORE THEATRE or TICKETEK

 

 

 

AUS HIP HOP: Soul Benefits ft. SF1 – Soul Clap

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Sydney based Hip Hop crew Soul Benefits just sent us this dope teaser from their forthcoming EP ‘The Facts’ dropping soon..

Got say we had this one repeat all week, diggin the classic hip hop & funk vibes  running right through this, I heard it on the radio a few times but had no idea it was by cats so close to home.. and so young.Stay close for more local hip hop vibes & Soul Benefits – The Facts EP
coming soon. featuring Fortafy, 6Pound, Xbozay, SF1 and Buxx

About SoulBenefits
Soul Benefits is a Hip-Hop group from West Sydney, Australia.The group was formed in 2010; rappers ‘MC Storme’ and ‘Young Supreme’, plus rapper and producer ‘The 26th Letter’.

Performed on stage with acts such as; Miracle, Mike Champion, Capree, VTribe, DSS, Savage Poets (SP Da Fammly), Fourtunate and Lazy J & Big Guy.

Collaborated with artists’, Fortafy (Fundamentalz), Xbozay (Fundamentalz), SF1, Verbaleyes (True Vibenation), 6Pound and Buxx.

For the past year the group have been building a name in the local music scene, with the release of their first mixtape ‘All The Hits Bro’ for free download.

They produce their own beats, write their own lyrics, and record and master their own tracks.

Soul Benefits are constantly performing at different venues in the Sydney area, and have performed at such venues as, The Roxy Hotel (Parramatta), The Club (Kings Cross), Casula Powerhouse and Hotel Parramatta.

DEEP HOUSE, HI TECH SOUL: Sade – The Electronic B Sides, Bootlegs & Remixes

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One of the sweetest voices in jazz and soul music is touring Sydney in the next few weeks, here is some of the gem electronic remix we have been playing.

Sade – By Your Side (Jay Denes Naked Soul Remix)

Sade – By Your Side (Ben Watt Lazy Dog Remix)

SYDNEY SOUL PATROL: BLOCK PARTY (Sun 4th Dec) feat; Soul of Sydney DJ’s + Gian Aripino, Tom Tutton (Tan Crackers Soul Club) Phil Toke, Eadie Ramia & Michael Zac (Our House DJ’s) MK1 (Sounds of the Zulu Nation) Ben Peterson (Tone)

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Just a quick heads up on the SOUL OF SYDNEY BLOCK PARTY PICNIC THIS SUNDAY 4TH DEC @ ALEXANDRIA.

We have picked a Parkside location in Alexandria complete with BBQ areas and stack of grass and trees for shade etc.

We will be sending out a message later on in the week via SMS and Email on exact location but just waiting to see if the weather holds up.

WE WILL BE UPDATING OUR Facebook Event –> www.facebook.com/events/192710300814739/

If you haven’t sent you for mobile number can you please forward to soulofsydney@gmail.com in the event we do have to move the party last minute?

DJ’S playing Sunday include;

  • Soul of Sydney DJ’s + Friends; Including;
  • Gian Aripino & Tom Tutton (Tan Crackers Soul  Club)
  • Phil Toke, Eadie Ramia & Michael Zac (Our House DJ’s)
  • MK1 (Sounds of the Zulu Nation)
  • Ben Peterson (Tone)

A  Few points that might help you organize you day better;

  • It is a family friendly picnic first and foremost so could be a good idea really to pack an eski/ picnic basket, fruit, drinks and something to sit on etc.
  • We have a spot with a stack of grass around with plenty of room for kids, it is 5 mins from city in Alexandria, there is shade but best people bring some hats etc.
  • We will have a basic DJ set up playing everything from Sade to James Brown to De La Soul, Erykah Badu & Masters At Work. It is open decks with rotating DJ’s (but best people get in touch via soulofsydney@gmail.com if keen to play to confirm time slots)
  • We are hoping to kick off by 11pm till around 6 or later depending on vibe
  • We will be waiting for the weather forecast before we make the call as it is outdoors, if it does look like it’s going to rain then we will simply move till next sunny Sunday. (We will be in touch later in the week via email and on the day via SMS in case we have to move the party so we will need your Mob. details too.)
  • If you are a local Musician, Mc, Singer, Percussionist or DJ then we are very keen to hear from you if you would like to play, especially if you down to play percussion along the Djs in an open jam vibe for Sunday. (we are hoping to get thing going as a regular Sunday afternoon local soul funk and hip hop open jam session so if your keen to be part of it let us know)
  • For local Soul music fan then we simply wants you there enjoying the music, so get a group of friends together, spread the word and come down for a day out it the park to some real music.

Thanks again for the support we have been inundated with positive feedback after the last party, will be in touch by week’s end,

Here is a clip of some of the fun from the last party a few weeks back, right after a storm when we were forced to move for shelter in a brick pit for an afternoon of classic Chicago HOUSE, SOUL, FUNK  and.. ERIC B and RAKIM!

Be sure to check for info at Facebook Event –> www.facebook.com/events/192710300814739/

Thanks again for getting behind the idea kids.. Sydney needs more people like YOU!

Pray for good weather & hope to see you all on Sunday.

Peace,

Soul of Sydney and Co.