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Fri.Oct.05.2007 UFI presents: PARiS MATT NORDSTROM [ xjR EU ] BOB JONG ILL [ Upfront ] Hosted by TALM FOOLERY 1st Friday of Every Month on the 2nd Level of Eyebar 21 & over 10pm - 3am $10 Dress Code: Come Clean! Music: Electro, Techno, Club, Rock & Party Jams!! www.UpFrontDC.com www.myspace.com/UpfrontDC EYEBAR 1716 I St NW Washington DC 20006 Admission Free w/ Guestlist: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM

Wed / Oct.03.2007 Upfront Industries & M3 present: FOCUS ALTER-EGO [ Under the Influence ] MURAMASA [ Buzzlife ] ODJ [ Dirtbox Radio ] SECTION 8 [ Upfront ] Join Upfront the 1st Wednesday of every month at Five as we FOCUS on the best Drum Bass DJ's in the metro area. The sounds will range from soulful to techy and beyond on the best sound system the city has to offer. The FOCUS is our locals, featuring longer set times, from individual DJ's the spotlight will switch from out of town headliners to homegrown talent for an entire evening. Expect quality. **$3 Bud Lites, $4 Jager Shots & $4 Soco Limes** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over / 9pm - 3am / $5 www.UpFrontDC.com / www.FiveDC.com FIVE / 1214 B 18th St NW / Washington DC 20036 Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

$10 Advance Tickets at Groovetickets.com, Keyword "Five" This event WILL sell out. Please purchase tickets ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

Wednesday | September.26.2007 M3 and Upfront Industries LLC present: Rinse Magazine and District Soul sponsored event BUKEM IN SESSION TOUR LTJ BUKEM & MC CONRAD [ Good Looking Records ] - UK Once again it is the return of the LTJ Bukem's Progression Sessions USA tour presented by Good Looking Records. As usual the head nodding bass will reach all corners of the US on a tour stretching from New York to LA to Seattle to provide a sound experience rarely heard and experienced. The tour line up offers sets from LTJ BUKEM with his distinguished sound that has placed him as a leading light in the Drum and Bass scene as a DJ, producer and founder of the pioneering Good Looking Records label. Along with the unmistakable vocals of MC CONRAD. Each year he adds a new and untouchable dimension to MCing and now his melodic harmonies that were created on his Logical Progression exploits have made it to the dance floor. If you have ever witnessed a Progression Sessions night you will know the high standard of music to expect and these tours are not something you can afford to miss. BOBBY JAE [ Upfront | 5DNB ] - DC Mastering the sounds of DC drum and bass, Bobby Jae never fails with his impeccable mixing and top-notch selection. Be sure to check out Bobby Jae's new highly anticipated mix, Upfront Drum n' Bass. This follow up to his URB Mix It Best classic, Perpetual Motion, is a veritable showcase of the liquid, funky sounds that many artists on the Upfront Industries roster are currently cultivating. LOCKS of INTELLECT [ Contact Records ] - DC Already collecting many genres of music for years– including house, breakbeats, and jungle– Locks of Intellect decided to make his mark in the Washington, DC area. He began DJing drum&bass in 1996, playing the many sub-genres of drum& bass through the years. Locks of Intellect more recently delves into the deepest realms of soulful drum&bass, taking you on a smooth rollercoaster ride of groove. It is obvious why Locks of Intellect has been on the forefront of the DC drum&bass movement for nearly a decade. Look out for future collaborations in production with his long-time DNB comrade Luis, as well as solo projects by Locks. CAKES [ Sudden Depth Audio ] - DC Originally inspired by LTJ Bukem's Logical Progression campaign in 1996, Cakes has long been a dedicated follower of deep drum and bass. He's been eagerly building a his vinyl collection ever since and makes it a point to always sneak in a surprise or two from his deep pool of records. Whether he's playing the old or the new you can always expect a blend of funk, soul and mysticism to come through in the mix. Open Rooftop Smoking Lounge: KICKBALLERS SHOWCASE Sponsored by WeSC, Jeepney Clothing & Catalyst Skateboards Kickballers is an innovative sneaker specialty shop and lifestyle oriented store, specializing in exclusive, custom and premium sneakers, footwear, clothing, skateboards, jewelry and accessories. Our Washington, DC storefront is located in a custom space designed to help revolutionize the market -- a new home for playful adults and cutting edge fashion in the Georgetown shopping district. Kickballers caters to those with the independent spirit who love to creatively express themselves through many different avenues. QUIXOTIC [ DMC LA Champion | The Trooperz ] - LA As a founding member of the world known DJ crew The Trooperz, Quixotic has performed and showcased his talents all over the country. From Miami to Montreal, Cleveland to Chicago, Los Angeles to San Francisco, Quix has rocked and entertained the masses. He has competed and won in many nationally respected battles and was recently crowned the 2004 Los Angeles DMC and Shure Vinyl Kombat Champion. With the DMC title he then moved on to represent Los Angeles in the United States Championships where he ended up placing 4th in the nation. Quixotic has performed and opened up with a whos who in the music scene, from underground stars like Supernatural, Pharcyde and Dilated Peoples to Busta Rhymes, Run DMC, and Black Eyed Peas. DIALLO SHARIF [ Kickballers | Play ] - DC With stellar technical ability and a vast knowledge of music, Diallo Sharif truly is party rocking at its finest. By combining hip hop, turntablism and house style mixing, DS brings forth a unique approach not often heard and creates an uplifting atmosphere not often duplicated. DS incorporates all types of dance music into his action-packed sets including hip hop, dancehall, reggae, 70's & 80's classics, house and rock music. Promotional giveaways ALL night. Arrive early for: Promo T-Shirts, CDs, Test Pressings, Posters, and MORE!! (GLO, WeSC, JEEPNEY, CATALYST, KICKBALLERS, UPFRONT & RINSE) **SPECIAL: $5 SOCO & LIME ALL NIGHT** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] $10 Advance Tickets at Groovetickets.com, Keyword "Five" 21 & over 9pm - 3am No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.Rinsemag.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersDC.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123 Interested in helping with promotions? EMAIL: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM Interested in playing at this event? **MIX-CD DROP OFF NOW AVAILABLE** Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Set Times: Main (hospitality Usa) 09:30-11:00 Bobby Jae 11:00-12:00 Hitoi 12:00-close nu:tone B2b Logistics!! Hosted By mc Wrec Rooftop (drive Safe Crew) 10:00-11:15 Ken Lazee 11:15-12:30 Ray Casil 12:30-close Dan Soda

Wed / Sept.05.2007 Upfront Industries & M3 present: FOCUS MYST [ Electrolife ] RELAPSE [ Type 1 ] SIGNAL [ RDS ] SOLACE72 [ Plate Techtoniks ] Join Upfront the 1st Wednesday of every month at Five as we FOCUS on the best Drum Bass DJ's in the metro area. The sounds will range from soulful to techy and beyond on the best sound system the city has to offer. The FOCUS is our locals, featuring longer set times, from individual DJ's the spotlight will switch from out of town headliners to homegrown talent for an entire evening. Expect quality. **$3 Bud Lites, $4 Jager Shots & $4 Soco Limes** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over / 9pm - 3am / $5 www.UpFrontDC.com / www.FiveDC.com FIVE / 1214 B 18th St NW / Washington DC 20036 Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Fri / Sept.07.2007 Upfront Industries & Eyebar present: MATT NORDSTROM [ xjR EU ] BOB JONG ILL [ Upfront ] LBS [ Kickballers ] Eyebar is a high-concept DJ lounge with the energy and sound of a night club in a smaller more intimate setting. At eyebar we strive to remove the attitude and elitism found in most of DC's other lounges and clubs. Designed by [Grupo-7], eyebar set a new standard for design in Washington DC with an atmosphere usually associated with Barcelona, Miami, London or New York. With two floors - 2 main bars, bottle service, reserved tables, - eyebar offers up something for all guests. Just ask around, our reputation is one of having a diverse crowd. Whether you would like to relax and unwind after work and sip signature cocktails, or experience the vibrant night time atmosphere, this DJ lounge stylishly accommodates. 21 & over / 10pm - 3am / $10 www.UpFrontDC.com / www.EyeBarDC.com EYEBAR / 1716 I St NW / Washington DC 20006 Admission Free w/ Guestlist: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM

Next Wednesday

Not an announcement we’d like to make under the circumstances, but London Elektricity has had to cancel all DJ dates [worldwide] indefinitely due to medical conditions. We ask that everyone please keep him in your thoughts with well wishes to a speedy recovery. In his place, keeping in line with HOSPITALITY USA hosted in Washington, D.C. we’re pleased to announce that Logistics has been released from the studio to take LE’s place creating a historical first N. American tour w/ his brother Nu:TONE and MC Wrec… Expect surprises! Thanks for everyone’s understanding and patience. UFI

Wednesday | August.29.2007 M3 and Upfront Industries LLC present: Rinse Magazine and District Soul sponsored event HOSPITALITY USA NU:TONE [ Hospital Records ] - UK **Back of Beyond LP Tour** Riding on a tidal wave of fast soul - Nu:Tone is back! Since his debut album in 2005 he has been a busy, busy boy; breeding and beatmaking have been at the top of his agenda. Bigger, badder and bolder, the incredible new album Back Of Beyond picks up where his first offering Brave Nu World left off, and takes the Nu:Tone sound to the next level. The man from the Back Of Beyond has put together a formidable cast of extras on this LP with some amazing musicians, producers and vocalists lending their skills... Huddersfield’s own Pat Fulgoni, Natalie Williams, fellow Cambridge residents Commix, little brother Logistics, yacht-rockers Talc and Scandinavian soul sensation Ernesto. LOGISTICS [ Hospital Records ] - UK Having a brother already signed up to Hospital didn't qualify Matt for an 'automatic in' and it wasn't until he sent Replay down to the office, swiftly followed by Fabio and Grooverider picking up on the tune, that he got his chance to work on his own album project. Having just left college this was a great opportunity for Logistics and he made the very best of it, working solidly on creating masterpieces in the form of Together, Spacejam, The Trip and Release The Pressure (the only previously released tune on the album) and bridging the gap between what until then had often been a lacklustre sub-genre; Liquid Funk and more exciting, dance floor orientated Drum & Bass. It's Logistics' influence that has been picked up by the major DJs in the scene such as Andy C and Friction, and his anthemic creations have contributed greatly to the modern Hospital sound. The LP itself Now More Than Ever (released in winter 2005) is a hugely ambitious project, restraining no less than 24 speaker busting tunes beneath its calm exterior a double CD affair with CD1 'Now' offering a traditional Logistics sound while CD2 'More Than Ever' comes at you like a hungry Lion, simply and effectively looking to tear out your jugular with a deeper and rougher sound. MC WREC [ Hospital | Mums The Word ] - UK At 28 years of age Jon Bailey aka MC Wrec is regarded as one of Britain’s most exciting young artists and music entrepreneurs. Known as one of the hardest workers on the circuit, this versatile young grafter has shot to fame in recent years after becoming the front man to the award winning live act London Elektricity. Known for his hustle and hard work, Wrec has been described by many as one to watch and has received considerable support from some of the industries major players. Difficult to pigeonhole, exciting to listen to, and with fingers in several tasty pies you cant knock his drive or take his eyes off the prize. BOBBY JAE [ Upfront | 5DNB ] - DC Mastering the sounds of DC drum and bass, Bobby Jae never fails with his impeccable mixing and top-notch selection. Be sure to check out Bobby Jae's new highly anticipated mix, Upfront Drum n' Bass. This follow up to his URB Mix It Best classic, Perpetual Motion, is a veritable showcase of the liquid, funky sounds that many artists on the Upfront Industries roster are currently cultivating. HITOI [ EXBC ] - DC Hitoi's flavor of dnb is strongly influenced by her house background with groovy melodies and catchy basslines. Favoring labels such as Hospital and Commercial Suicide and artists including Commix and Artificial Intelligence, her unique sound turning heads locally and beyond. Open Rooftop Smoking Lounge: Kenny & Friends!! RAY CASIL [ Drive Safe Crew ] DAN SODA [ Drive Safe Crew ] KEN LAZEE [ Upfront | Section 8 ] House, Breaks, Hip-Hop, Funk and Classics Promotional giveaways ALL night. Arrive early for: Promo T-Shirts, CDs, Test Pressings, Posters, and MORE!! (HOSPITAL, UPFRONT & RINSE) **SPECIAL: $5 SOCO & LIME ALL NIGHT** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over 9pm - 3am $12 ALL NIGHT No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.Rinsemag.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersDC.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123 Interested in helping with promotions? EMAIL: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM Interested in playing at this event? **MIX-CD DROP OFF NOW AVAILABLE** Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Wed / Aug.01.2007 Upfront Industries & M3 present: FOCUS **OLD SCHOOL NIGHT** DJ LEE [ Metalheadz | Atlas ] - UK Lee's involvement and history in the UK's underground dance scene dates way back to the late 80's. Starting off as a resident at the legendary "Brunnel Rooms" in Swindon to 94' playing alongside DJ's such as Doc Scott, Fabio, Grooverider and LTJ Bukem on the groundbreaking night "Speed" at Soho's Mars club. As well as playing all over the world Lee was also involved in the Timeless imprint, which has over the years released some of the finest drum n bass tracks to date by artists like Total Science, Digital & Spirit, Cause 4 Concern to name a few. So for those that don't know Lee as well as being an excellent DJ renowned for playing cutting edge drum n bass, he is famed for being continually upfront with his selection of dubs making him one of the most exciting DJs on the circuit. RANSOM [ DCDNB ] GODFATHER SAGE [ Asahra Music ] LOCKS [ Contact Records ] Join Upfront the 1st Wednesday of every month at Five as we FOCUS on the best Drum Bass DJ's in the metro area. The sounds will range from soulful to techy and beyond on the best sound system the city has to offer. The FOCUS is our locals, featuring longer set times, from individual DJ's the spotlight will switch from out of town headliners to homegrown talent for an entire evening. Expect quality. **$3 Bud Lites, $4 Jager Shots & $4 Soco Limes** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over / 9pm - 3am / $7 www.UpFrontDC.com / www.FiveDC.com FIVE / 1214 B 18th St NW / Washington DC 20036 Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Sat / July.21.2007 Upfront Industries & M3 present: TROYDON [ OM Records ] - NYC AVERY [ District Soul ] LBS [ KickBallers ] BOB JONG ILL [ Upfront ] Open Rooftop Patio: CAM-ONE [ Verizum Records ] 21 & over 9pm - 5am $10 ALL NIGHT No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersUSA.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123

Wednesday | July.18.2007 M3 and Upfront Industries LLC present: **DUBSTEP EDITION** Rinse Magazine and District Soul sponsored event BREAKAGE [ Scientific Wax | Bassbin ] - UK Bursting onto the scene in 2001 with an explosive, unofficial remix of Doc Scott's classic Here Come The Drums, which tore up many a dancefloor, including the legendary Metalheadz Sunday Sessionz. His ability to turn his hand to any style he fancies is perhaps James' strongest point. From the dubby stylings of So Vain and Out of Reach, through the liquid leanings of his collaborations with Metalheadz resident DJ Flight as Alias, and onto the pure breakbeat science he unleashes on Inperspective, James excels at whatever he turns his hand to. As with the other Inperspective artists, though, James' personal favourites are signed to the I. In addition to his collaborations with DJ Flight, James plans to work with Equinox in the near future, and would love to work with other artists such as Tangerine Dream and James Lavelle. JOE NICE [ Gourmet Beats | Dub War ] - Bmore Deep in the heart of South London's underground lies a sound that percolates in the streets and vibrates the speakers -dubstep is the soundtrack. A vibe that rests on the edge of relaxation and explosion, that flourishes in the middle ground of the comfortable sounds of soulful house and the unbridled energy of drum & bass. Music made in London -forged from multicultural influences, syncopated rhythms and piles of bass. Dubstep. Not too fast. Not too slow. Just right. DUBSTEP. Joe Nice is America's first dubstep DJ and has been representing the sound since late 2001/early 2002. A member of GourmetBeats, 2CharmingCrew, BreaksFM and resident at a bimonthly party in New York City called DubWar, Joe Nice is poised to take this futuristic sound further into the future. With his successful monthly radio shows on BreaksFM and Gourmetbeats.com, this DJ from Baltimore has helped build the sound on the airwaves and in such cities as: Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, San Francisco, Washington DC, York PA and London UK. Joe Nice is the first and only American-based DJ to play on London pirate radio, RinseFM. There's only one JoeNice. He's here and here to stay. MAYHEM [ SLR | 404 Audio ] - ATL Shadow-Law Recordings is an Atlanta based Drum + Bass record label headed by Producer / DJ: Mayhem [Anthony Rotella]. From it's commercial inception in December of 2003, SLR has been focused on releasing dark, moody, funk laden beats in the vein of Ed Rush, Optical, Matrix, Bad Company, Konflict, Stakka + Skynet, Cause 4 Concern, and other like minded artists. The artist roster is comprised of Sinthetix (Rob F / Impulse / MC Mecha), Kiko, Noisia, Phace, Break, Psidream, Misanthrop, Pacific, Mindscape, and Mayhem. In addition to the label and promoting, SLR is also focused on handling bookings for a majority of the labels roster in addition to like minded artists. MOB BARLEY [ Headhunterz Inc. | Big H Recs ] - DC The offshoot of two members of Washington, DC's Infamous drum & bass production crew, Headhunterz Inc., Mob Barley is the meeting of minds between Jukata & Quannum Logic in the Dubstep world. Both seasoned veterans of Producing Drum & Bass, Hip-Hop, Trip-Hop, Industrial, and more, Mob Barley is their first foray into the world of producing Dubstep. Mob Barley, Bitch! Open Rooftop Patio: DRUM & BASS!! BOBBY JAE [ Upfront ] DEMETRIOS [ Free Agent ] CAKES [ Sudden Depth Audio ] Promotional giveaways ALL night. Arrive early for: Promo T-Shirts, CDs, Test Pressings, Posters, and MORE!! (SCIENTIFIC WAX, BASSBIN, UPFRONT & RINSE) **SPECIAL: $5 SOCO & LIME ALL NIGHT** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over 9pm - 3am $10 ALL NIGHT No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.Rinsemag.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersUSA.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123 Interested in helping with promotions? EMAIL: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM Interested in playing at this event? **MIX-CD DROP OFF NOW AVAILABLE** Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Tuesday | July.3.2007 Buzzlife and Upfront Industries present: FIRECRACKER DNB Arena: DJ MARKY [ Innerground ] - Brasil APHRODITE [ Aphrodite Recordings | DJAphrodite.com ] - UK MARCUS INTALEX [ Soul:R ] - UK BOBBY JAE [ Upfront ] - DC w/ MC ARMANNI [ TEKDBZ ] - PHI Main Arena: DJ DAN [ DJDan.com | In Stereo Recordings ] - SF DJ ICEY [ Moist Music | Zone Records ] - FL STARKILLERS [ Star 69 | Terratraxx ] - LA SCOTT HENRY [ Buzzlife.com ] - DC Mafia Room: TITTSWORTH [ Tittsworth.com | T&A Records ] MATT NORDSTROM [ xjR EU | Sleaze ] BOB JONG ILL [ Upfront ] SECTION 8 [ Upfront | Exit Only ] Mink Room: RAMIRO [ Give | Transit ] CATALYST & CHARLY C [ Five Cent Jive Cartel | Buzzlife] DJ TONY B [ Nuvo Music ] 18 & over 9pm - 3am No Dress Code Tickets on sale now – groovetickets.com/buzz CLUB FUR 33 Patterson St NW Washington DC 20002 202.842.3401

Wednesday | June.13.2007 M3 and Upfront Industries LLC present: Rinse Magazine and District Soul sponsored event THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES ALBUM TOUR KLUTE [ Commercial Suicide | Metalheadz ] - UK Tom Withers (Klute) has been a musician all his life. As Tommy Stupid he released his first 7" aged 15 with his legendary skate punk band, The Stupids. They went on to release several more 7" and Albums with Children of The Revolution and Vinyl Solution Records, John Peel Sessions, and tour the world with their live show. After a well deserved sabbatical and discovering house and techno Klute was born and Drum and Bass was the music. Initially working for several years with Certificate 18 Records he eventually established Commercial Suicide in 2001, releasing music from a range of artists. Outside the label he continues to DJ and release music with others such as Hospital, 31, Soul:R and Metalheadz. When not making Drum and Bass, Tom likes to make techno and play drums in his punk band. When not making music, Tom likes to go to skate parks and tend to his beloved allotment. DYLAN [ Freak | Therapy Sessions ] - UK The Label Boss and Owner of Freak Recordings, Dylan needs no introduction when it comes to drum and bass. He has been at the top of the scene for some time now and this is well deserved. He has continued to produce killer after killer including the anthem "Need You" with Ink, The Inferno EP, Dominion and Penitentiary to name a few. Dylan's djing has been consistently crippling dancefloors for years. His style ranges from demented darkness to ghetto funk, always retaining those trademark hard-driving, solid beats. Forthcoming projects include an as yet untitled Freak Recordings sub label and releases for Goldie's Metalheadz, as well as continuing onslaught of discothe destroyers for your listening pleasure. DARKENETIKS [ Resident Evol | Threshold ] - DC Long time supporter of the DC drum&bass scene, Darkenetiks looks to recreate only the best vibes from years past with every set he plays today. Like a Sci-Fi Disco gone wild, his infectious energy and solid selection will put the dancefloor to the test. Check him out, as he shows you what the term "Dance Music" truly means. SUSHIMINUS [ Ear Wax ] - DC A DC favorite, Sushiminus returns to club Five with his signature blends and antics. Check him out early as he will be warming up the dancefloor! Open Rooftop Patio: Kenny & Friends!! LBS [ District Soul ] BOB JONG ILL [ Upfront ] KEN LAZEE [ Upfront | Section 8 ] House, Breaks, Hip-Hop, Funk and Classics Promotional giveaways ALL night. Arrive early for: Promo T-Shirts, CDs, Test Pressings, Posters, and MORE!! (COMMERCIAL SUICIDE, FREAK, UPFRONT & RINSE) **SPECIAL: $5 SOCO & LIME ALL NIGHT** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over 9pm - 3am $10 ALL NIGHT No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.Rinsemag.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersUSA.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123 Interested in helping with promotions? EMAIL: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM Interested in playing at this event? **MIX-CD DROP OFF NOW AVAILABLE** Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

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Wed / June.06.2007 Upfront Industries & M3 present: FOCUS CARLO [ 4twenty4 ] HEIDER [ Jungletrain.net ] INSULIN [ Type 1 Recordings ] JOEY MIGRAINE & MC LEGACY [ Remix Renegades ] Join Upfront the 1st Wednesday of every month at Five as we FOCUS on the best Drum Bass DJ's in the metro area. The sounds will range from soulful to techy and beyond on the best sound system the city has to offer. The FOCUS is our locals, featuring longer set times, from individual DJ's the spotlight will switch from out of town headliners to homegrown talent for an entire evening. Expect quality. **$3 Bud Lites, $4 Jager Shots & $4 Soco Limes** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over / 9pm - 3am / $5 www.UpFrontDC.com / www.FiveDC.com FIVE / 1214 B 18th St NW / Washington DC 20036 Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc

Wednesday | May.23.2007 M3 and Upfront Industries LLC present: Rinse Magazine and District Soul sponsored event RED ONE [ Ram | Liftin Spirits ] - UK **THE 15 YEARS OF RAM TOUR** Scott Bourne aka Red One is a multi-talented major player… His labels; Ram, Liftin’ Spirits, Frequency and Ratio are all much respected, and Ram now approaching its 15th year still remains in a league of its own when it comes to supplying the dance floor. His own tunes; have always been a case of quality rather than quantity, purely because there aren’t enough hours in the day. Moving onto Red One the DJ; wicked DJ, always brings the vibes, never better showcased than at his very own legendary club night Ram @ The End which is nothing short of a drum and bass institution that helps push the scene forward. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE [ V Recordings | Widescreen ] - UK **5DNB DEBUT** Artificial Intelligence is a production duo hailing from North London. Composed of Glenn Herweijer and Zula Warner, they have been releasing tracks on a variety of major labels, from the dark and heavy styles of Commercial Suicide and 31 Records to the more Latin tinged, happy vibes of V recordings and Soul:r. With 10 years of experience under their belts, A.I are riding high on their early success confident that they have what it takes to make it in the scene as well as providing the punters with quality tunes, knowing that when you pick up an A.I record you know you will get quality. They sum up their ethos as, "We want to spread our music to as many people as possible that's the whole reason for doing it in the first place. It's the satisfaction of making it but also of spreading it to as many people as possible. Not like a preacher or a talker on the TV. We prefer to let our music do the talking across the world. You make some kind of mark on people's minds." And they have already made a hell of a mark in certain circles and without a doubt more is on the way. BOBBY JAE [ Upfront | 5DNB ] - DC Mastering the sounds of DC drum and bass, Bobby Jae never fails with his impeccable mixing and top-notch selection. Be sure to check out Bobby Jae's new highly anticipated mix, Upfront Drum n' Bass. This follow up to his URB Mix It Best classic, Perpetual Motion, is a veritable showcase of the liquid, funky sounds that many artists on the Upfront Industries roster are currently cultivating. MURAMASA [ Buzzlife | Alias ] - DC Charly aka Muramasa will be making his debut appearance at DNBsessions this month with his signature blend of harder beats from artists such as Gridlok, Stakka, Concord Dawn, Dylan, etc. Having played a variety of events up the east coast from house parties to club nights to festivals, he is no newcomer to the DNB circuit. In the last few years, Muramasa has held residencies for Alias and is currently the office coordinator for Buzzlife. Open Rooftop Patio: Kenny & Friends!! **THE JUMP OFF EP Release on Greenskeepers Music** EXIT ONLY [ Greenskeepers Music | Analog Anonymous ] DEEPER BY DESIGN [ Bodyrock | Dirty Sugar ] KEN LAZEE [ Upfront | Section 8 ] House, Breaks, Hip-Hop, Funk and Classics Promotional giveaways ALL night. Arrive early for: Promo T-Shirts, CDs, Test Pressings, Posters, and MORE!! (RAM, WIDESCREEN, UPFRONT & RINSE) **SPECIAL: $5 SOCO & LIME ALL NIGHT** 50,000 watt EAW Avalon System [ www.EAW.com ] 21 & over 9pm - 3am $10 ALL NIGHT No Dress Code www.UpFrontDC.com www.FiveDC.com www.Rinsemag.com www.DistrictSoul.com www.KickBallersUSA.com FIVE 1214 B 18th St NW Washington DC 20036 202.331.7123 Interested in helping with promotions? EMAIL: EVENTS@UPFRONTDC.COM Interested in playing at this event? **MIX-CD DROP OFF NOW AVAILABLE** Join us on myspace at www.myspace.com/upfrontdc