Its been a fun-filled adventure since the very first Meem album way back in 1998, and so now its time to celebrate an incredible 16 years with a brand new compilation of previously unreleased music!
The new album unveils previously unreleased originals, edits, mashups and remixes from Meem. The compilation features long lost collaborations with Paul Mac and Mark Walton, sneaky mashups featuring Public Enemy, Prince Paul and Bahamadia, plus disco, boogie and hip-hop edits that have never before been available.
With many of these songs featuring in live sets and DJ sets over the years – this is a party for your ears.
★About The Party:
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Sydney’s extended Soul, Funk Family come together behind one of our favorite sons who had all his DJ equipment had stolen by thieves a couple of days ago.
We are collectively hosting another Godfathers of Funk afternoon event on from 1pm with some of original SOUL & FUNK Don’s and some of our favorite selectors throwing down the feel-good vibes for a very good cause.
Party kicks off from 1pm at a secret location (5 mins from CBD).
Expect an afternoon of positive vibes, Feel-Good Funk, Soul, Disco, Boogie & Old School Party Jams & Beyond + Live Sydney Street Art Project showcase + Soul Train and Bboy Showcase and more.
Sydney’s extended Soul, Funk Family come together behind one of our favorite sons who had his DJ and production equipment stolen by thieves a couple of days ago.
We are collectively hosting another Godfathers of Funk afternoon event on Sunday Sept 14 from 1pm. Featuring some of Sydney’s original SOUL & FUNK Don’s and some of our favorite selectors throwing down the feel-good vibes for a very good cause.
Party kicks off from 1pm at a secret location (5 mins from CBD).
Expect an afternoon of positive vibes, Feel-Good Funk, Soul, Disco, Boogie & Old School Party Jams & Beyond…
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★ Info. http://www.soulofsydney.org/blockparty
★LIVE SYDNEY STREET ART PROJECT SHOWCASE feat. ★Styna and ★Cheeky
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Introducing ★ CHEEKY (www.cheekyobserver.com) & ★ STYNA (Art by Styna), the two immensely talented artists who will be joining us this Sunday to paint as part of live Sydney Street Art Project.
Be sure to check out there amazing work on the links below, both artists have generously donated their time and their talent to be part of the event. Works will be for sale on the day and online via the links below.
★ About CHEEKY ★
WHO
Though I like to travel under the pseudonym “Cheeky Observer”, my real name is Alicia McFadzean.
★ PHILOSOPHY
I love detail, intimacy and that cathartic moment of transformation when a work takes on a life of its own.
I make mistakes.
I look to the world as my teacher in the design space. I like to think that I can learn just as easily from graffiti on the street, as I can a textbook or a computer screen.
I have an insatiable craving for life and all the weird and wonderful things in it. I want to capture these things, piece by piece, and share them with you.
Christina Huynh is a freelance artist and graphic designer based in the suburbia of Sydney’s West. Working under the alias of STYNA, her work is a reflection of the contrast between wildlife and human nature.
Christina mixes human behaviour with animal characteristics and in doing so she tries to illustrate underlying themes of movement and momentum. Although her work is mainly figurative, Christina’s drawings are based on the highs, lows and in-betweens of her life.
Her favourite medium is fusing watercolours with a ballpoint pen however as of late, Christina is delving into the adventurous world of acrylics and spray paint.
Introducing the two immensely talented artists who will be joining us this Sunday to do their thing live as part of live Sydney Street Art Project. Be sure to check out there amazing work on the links below.
CHEEKY /
WHO
Though I like to travel under the pseudonym “Cheeky Observer”, my real name is Alicia McFadzean.
PHILOSOPHY
I love detail, intimacy and that cathartic moment of transformation when a work takes on a life of its own.
I make mistakes.
I look to the world as my teacher in the design space. I like to think that I can learn just as easily from graffiti on the street, as I can a textbook or a computer screen.
I have an insatiable craving for life and all the weird and wonderful things in it. I want to capture these things, piece by piece, and share them with you.
Christina Huynh is a freelance artist and graphic designer based in the suburbia of Sydney’s West. Working under the alias of STYNA, her work is a reflection of the contrast between wildlife and human nature.
Christina mixes human behaviour with animal characteristics and in doing so she tries to illustrate underlying themes of movement and momentum. Although her work is mainly figurative, Christina’s drawings are based on the highs, lows and in-betweens of her life.
Her favourite medium is fusing watercolours with a ballpoint pen however as of late, Christina is delving into the adventurous world of acrylics and spray paint.
★ABOUT OUR DJ’s
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★ Stephen Ferris ★
Stephen, the first DJ and eldest of Sydney’s famous Ferris brothers (dubbed “our Cosa Nostra” by UK soul DJ Norman Jay) started his career in San Francisco in the late 70’s. It was this sojourn to the US that introduced him to what was to become his lifelong passion – soul – be it fashioned in disco, funk, hip-hop, latin, house, jazz or pop.
He arrived back in Sydney in the early 80’s and rejected the prevalent European trends of new wave, romanticism and gothic promoting a funk night at “The Watermelon Club” with his long term collaborator Andy Glitre. Opening in Kings Cross in 1982 on a Monday night, the pair soon outgrew the venue, and moved to The Berlin Club at Jamieson Street playing to a Tuesday night crowd of 1,500 weekly.
From 1984 – 1988 Stephen fronted pop/funk band Flotsam Jetsam. The band enjoyed considerable success releasing five singles and an EP, touring extensively throughout the country, and supporting major overseas acts A-Ha, Queen and Simply Red. Towards the late 80’s Stephen was back as an influential DJ in both the club scene and the emerging dance party scene appearing at the R.A.T., Fun, Mardi Gras,and Sweatbox parties at the Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries culminating with the ‘end of the decade’ R.A.T. party with Grace Jones and 20,000 strong crowd.
The late 80’s also saw Stephen move into radio with his national dance show “The Rhythm Method” broadcast on Triple J on Saturday nights successfully until 1993.
In the early 90’s he started promoting the hugely successful “All Souled Out” – Wednesday at Rogues attracting performances by Sisters Sledge, Thelma Houston, Diana King and KC (without his Sunshine Band!). It was the club of choice for private parties for visitors such as Prince, Prince Albert of Monaco, Jose Carreras, and Gerard Depardieu. During this time he also wrote a monthly column for Juice magazine, Rhythm Method.
A collaboration with his brother John in 1999 produced the soundtrack for the City of Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Throughout the 90’s whilst continuing his club DJ work (see below for details), he emerged as the DJ of choice for any important Sydney social occasion from Bryan Brown & Sam Neill’s 50th Birthday party to a private party for Bill Gates’ visit to James Packer’s wedding. Recently he has been responsible for the success of functions for corporate clients such as Armani, Givenchy, Sony, Austereo, Channel 7, Universal, Columbia Tristar, Village Roadshow, Murdoch Magazines, Clemenger, Macquarie Bank, News Ltd BMW, Mercedes Benz, Fashion Week, NRL, Boston Consulting, Chanel, Warners, Foxtel, Bentley and Benetton amongst others for jobs from film premieres and wrap parties to fashion collections and launches.
Clubs that have showcased Stephen’s unique DJ-ing talent over the years include Kinselas, Soho, Spagos, Hip Hop Club, Kommotion, Ozone, Freezer, Q Bar, Embassy, Goodbar, Home and Yu. He has worked alongside international DJ’s Frankie Knuckles, Paul Oakenfeld, Graham Park, Mike Pickering, Norman Jay, Gilles Peterson and Norman Cook (Fatboy Slim), all of whom speak highly and respectfully of his skill. DJ supports include; Fatboy Slim, Scissor Sisters, Norman Jay, Franie Knuckles, INXS and Grace Jones to name a few. Back to radio in 2000 with All Souled Out at Rhythm FM which built a solid following, seconded to sister station Kiss FM in Melbourne for a short stint in 2001.
FBi 94.5fm beckoned in 2003 and has since held down the morning shift WED to FRI with regular segments including Theatre with Terry Serio “Funk Flashback” with Josh Beagley and the recently podcasting Rugby League hit “Fire Up!” with Brett Oaten. Also moonlighting on James Valentine’s afternoon show on ABC 702 as a musical guest host.
And his penultimate gig, the annual school disco at Darlinghust Public School with the toughest audience in the world, his son and his school mates.
★ Graham Mandroules ★
“A gardener of funky delights of long standing, Graham has been in involved in the music industry in numerous capacities.
Dj, record label owner, promoter, manager, ARIA judge, music consultant, journalist, mentor, booking agent, marketing & promotions, festival director, producer, stage manager, event co-ordinator, radio and many other shapeshifting manifestations.
Graham has performed at probably too many nightclubs, festivals, dance parties, corporate and other events including The Playground Weekender Festival, The Big Day Out, Vibes on a Summers Day, Good Vibrations, Sydney Festival events, The Sydney Olympics, RAT Parties, All Souled Out, International tours, New Years Eve & New Years Day events too numerous to list.
Listing all the artists that he has worked with would appear to be shameless namedropping, though he does have lots of stories to tell to the curious.
Not entirely sure about what he wants to be when he grows up, Graham will continue playing and making music until such time that he is visited by “The Destroyer of Delights and the Parter of Companions.”
★ABOUT SOUL OF SYDNEY
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Created in November 2009, Soul of Sydney is an independent, artist run collective who are bonded by a love of ‘funk’ based music. Our people include DJ’s, Musicians, Producers, Dancers & Designers who have come together to promote and support the music we love in this city, and the street culture around it.
Soul of Sydney Block Party is our monthly Sunday musical afternoon (12-9pm) feast. Focused on a family orientated get together, DJ’s, Record Collectors, B-boys & B-Girls, and musicians come down to share & enjoy some of the music they love in a completely different environment, outside of bars or clubs.
We have an ‘open decks, open mic & open dance floor’ policy just to keep it personal and give everyone a chance to do their thing where locals can come down as our guests outside of a usual club set.
Music styles generally sit at a safe middle ground of Soul, Funk, Disco and a fair bit of Jazz & golden era hip hop stuff too with artists James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Bob Marley, De La Soul, J Dilla, Stevie Wonder, Run DMC, Grandmaster Flash, Larry Levan among the playlist.
Soul of Sydney Block Party Radio #211:
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As a warm up for this Sundays jam, we put together this LARRY LEVAN tribute podcast featuring a collection of some of our favorite Larry Levan remixes, productions and inspired cuts that have shaped us as DJ’s, Dancers.
Style: Roller Boogie, Disco, Gospel and House Vibes.
Recorded: July 2014
Time: approx 2+ hours.
Tracklist;
1. Peanut Butter Intro
2. Taana Gardner – Heartbeat
3. Grace Jones – Pull Up To The Bumper (Larry Levan Garage Mix)
4. Gwen Guthrie – Seventh Heaven (Larry Levan Remix)
5. First Time Around (Larry Levan Canadian 12″ Remix)
6. Gwen Guthrie Ain’t Nothin Goin’ On But The Rent (Larry Levan Dub)
7. Gwen Guthrie – Hopscotch (Larry Levan Remix)
8. Gwen Guthrie – Peanut Butter (Larry Levan Mix)
9. Lace – Can’t Play Around (Larry Levan Extended Mix
10. Black Mamba – Vicious (Larry Levan Production)
11. Imagination – Changes (Larry Levan Mix)
12. Man Friday – Love Honey Love Heartache (Larry Levan Mix)
13. Central Line – Walking Into Sunshine Larry Levan Mix
14. Nyc Peech Boys – Don’t Make Me Wait (Larry Levan Production)
15. David Joseph – You Can’t Hide ( Your Love From Me) ( Larry Levan Mix )
16. Tracy Weber – Sure Shot (Larry Levan Mix)
17. Mfsb – Love Is A Message ( A Larry Levan Remix )
18. Loose Joints “Is It All Over My Face” (Original Male Version)
19. Instant Funk. “Everybody”. 1979. Original 12″ Larry Levan Mix.
20. Nyc Peech Boys – Stay With Me (Larry Levan Mix)
21. Class Action – Weekend Original 12 Inch Vocal Mix (Larry Levan)
22. Sylvester – Someone Like You (Larry Levan Mix)
23. Inner Life Feat Jocelyn Brown – Aint No Mountain High Enough (Larry Levan’s Garage Mix)
24. Intrelude – Arthur Baker Talks On Larry Levan
25. Taana Gardner “When You Touch Me” (Larry Levan Mix
26. Joubert Singers – Stand On The World (Larry Levan Remix
Music By:
★★ STEPHEN ALLKINS ★★ [LOVE TATTOO] ★
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★ GIAN ARPINO (Tan Crackers Soul Club ) ★
★ MEEM (Back to Funk – 2ser) ★
★ PHIL TOKE ★
★ DANNY DE SOUSA ★
★ MICHAEL ZAC ★
★ EADIE RAMIA ★
★ + Soul of Sydney DJ’s & Friends
Join us as come together to dance to celebrate the musical legacy and birthday of the legendary Paradise Garage DJ Larry Levan. We dance in the key of life and pay homage to one of our biggest musical influences as DJ’s and music fans with an extended party set from Sydney’s own MR DISCO, STEPHEN ALLKINS [love tattoo] along a host of our favorite selectors.
