Guest brwneydtrouble Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 In light of all the rave reviews of the Lawler/Zabiela weekend at space, I’ve been taking a closer look at the events that I have been going to lately. Is it just me, or does it seem that the club scene is moving in new direction? From the new retro fashions flooding south beach, with a sea of kangol, puma, old school adidas, and backyard logos to the resurgence of breaks and more progressive beats. As a dancer, I have noticed that I have been moving in a more break-dance style…..kinda like the dancers from New York. It seems so interesting to me how retro ten years ago was the seventies, and retro now is the eighties, the era in which I grew up. I am still surprised and a little scared in some cases to see my childhood cartoon companions of Strawberry Shortcake, Thundercats, Curious George, and Felix the Cat adorning t-shirts, hats and even underwear in come cases. (Can you say pedophile?) Walking down Washington Wednesday night, I popped my head in at Mosh Pitt, one of my favorite stores. I was delighted to see that they had a new line of womens’ stuff: Dickies, ESDJCo, Technics, as well as about 5 different colors in the kangol style hats that I love to wear. When I left my house, wearing a black Technics t-shirt, faded black jeans, and my trusty diesels, I was a little afraid that I was going to be under dressed. When we reached our destination, I was amused to find that I fit right in. All I was missing was a hat. *lol* This fashion movement is being reflected at all the clubs, bars and lounges that I have gone, especially with the advent of summer. Baring a little (or a lot) of skin seems to make going out a little more exciting and fun, for me at least. How often do I get to show off my legs or a bare back? The more casual the dress, the more laid back the people are, easier to approach and not so stand-offish. Getting back to my earlier point about the music, this summer seems to be full of a nostalgic, easy and comfortable air. One song that comes to mind that echoes that feeling is Layo & Bushwacka vs Planet Funk – Sun Story, the bootleg version. Even as Saleen pointed out, rap songs are playing samples of the theme song from a very popular 80’s TV show. So here I am, getting all ready for the weekend, and going through my closet in my head, totally dismissing the little tank tops with the frills, and mentally tossing out the J.Lo style jeans and tops and then completely moving over to what’s in my t-shirt drawers. I think that I may have a new one for next weekend, it has this bad ass logo of a little house……. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attomic Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 Its funny cause its about your age too.... I think the younger people are finding the stuff cool in a "retro is cool" way... I have to laugh when I see people wearing some of this stuff cause they were like in diapers when it was new. There is no denying that the music of the era is sample heaven. Alot of the music was bad ass and many influences were created... I love the era and miss the days it was fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoebudious Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 Some people are just getting into the 80's and some people have been stuck in the 80's.Do you guys know in Tampa for the last 9 years every monday night at the Castle nightclub, you can see all the 80's videos on huge screens. The place still does 400 -1200 people every single monday night. It is so much fun. Joe "I was there in the 80's" BudiousAnyone ever hear of K R O Q fm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest saleen351 Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 Miami is just months behind... Trust me freestyle parties are comming back. Saw a few in the nyc, north nj area.... So koky save those records. You'll be needed in a few months:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nexusgroove Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 Freestyle and Retro will always be in the sadows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoebudious Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 freestyle super starsShannon "Let the music play"T K A ""Is it love"Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam "wonder if I take you home"Lisette Melendez "a day in my life"Come on guys, give me more. Let's dig back in those memory banks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candy Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 Originally posted by brwneydtrouble I think that I may have a new one for next weekend, it has this bad ass logo of a little house……. that's a hint for you Jimmy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vipnerd Posted May 16 Report Share Posted May 16 I heard a break tune in Phil K's set with the vocals of "this is not a love song" - PIL ... woot!!!! ... gave me goose bumps ... I like the inclination towards it ... but wouldn't like to see all 200 80's cds i've got remixed ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrankadelic Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 i have 1000's of old skool, retro and freestyle records in storage. shit that i used to play at the big 5 and miami rowing club days. think i might dust 'em off soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugatu Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 did you guys here the Big Country Noel Sanger remix . its pretty cool, then you got the awesome Kate Bush "Running up that Hill" (infusion remix) and even Erick B. and Rakim "Follow the leader"Gene Carbonell remix is pretty sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
echoesofdusk Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 Originally posted by mrjoebudious freestyle super starsShannon "Let the music play"T K A ""Is it love"Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam "wonder if I take you home"Lisette Melendez "a day in my life"Come on guys, give me more. Let's dig back in those memory banks johnny o - fantasy girllatin rascals - it must be yousa-fire - boy i've been toldtka - louder than love/one way love/maria/scars of love/tears may fallnoel - silent morningsecret society (who 1/2 was Frank Lords aka Oba Frank Lords) - we belong togetherinformation society - running/whats on your mind/walking awaygeorge lamond - lookin into my eyes/bad of the heart.. the list goes on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majinbuu Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 everyone's finally catching up to you jackie...who would have thought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest brwneydtrouble Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 Catching up to me? Nah....I'm one of the youngest of this whole bunch! But I do remember KROQ, Knight Rider, TKA, JOhnny O and all that, although freestyle was a little later than most of the stuff out now. Don't think that I will be THAT popular, it just doesn't mix as well, and the 80's stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehog Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Saleen gave me a tka greatest hits to jam to in the car one day.WTF that shit is horrible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavosdeldiablo Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Originally posted by brwneydtrouble I think that I may have a new one for next weekend, it has this bad ass logo of a little house……. They're coming.... they're coming... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biznation00 Posted May 20 Report Share Posted May 20 This thread rocks!! Long live the 80's...Big HairEye linerShreded ClothesGo heavy on the arm accessoriesDefianceFish net stockingsBreakthru sounds... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacejunkie Posted May 20 Report Share Posted May 20 Originally posted by biznation00 This thread rocks!! Long live the 80's...Big HairEye linerShreded ClothesGo heavy on the arm accessoriesDefianceFish net stockingsBreakthru sounds... Biz seems like you got it down...LOLI agree Long live the 80's:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biznation00 Posted May 20 Report Share Posted May 20 Thanks...chek this thread out...http://bbs.clubplanet.com/showthread.php?threadid=162657I got into it on that one. It should bring back pleasant memories... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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