Ultraworld presents Rocket for NYE......who is going?

[solcofn]

Main Area

MJ COLE

Talking Loud Records //: UK

The leader of the UK's burgeoning 2-Step Garage movement, MJ Cole's

slick productions have been met with enormous critical and commercial success

around the world. His album Sincere notched a nomination for Britain's

coveted Mercury Prize, equivalent to the Grammy for Album of the Year. His

singles "Crazy Love" and the album's title track both achieved great chart

success in Britain, and brought further attention to 2-Step stateside. Cole

came of age in the UK drum n bass scene, and began his production career in

the studio working with SOUR records. His earliest production work was

engineering for Elizabeth Troy, who would later return to the favor by

providing vocals on Cole's "Hold On To Me" and "Crazy Love". MJ quickly

became the engineer of choice with SOUR, and he began working alongside Ed

Rush, Trace, and Freq Nasty. He was introduced to the UK Garage scene by

doing production work for Ramsey and Fen, and their remix of Kym Mazelle's

"Big Baby" and "Quality". He was hooked by the infection Garage sound and

sought to make his own identity in the scene. Initially met with resistance

due to its unique sound, the single "Sincere" was given a very limited

pressing, that is until it found its way to Pete Tong. Tong featured the

track on his national radio show, and inside a week, Cole was signed to

AMPM records and the song was on its way to the UK Top 40. Now he is

among the most sought remix artists, retouching tracks by Goldie, TLC, Gwen

McRae, and Incognito. In addition, his success as a producer has propelled

him onto the world stage as a DJ, and a global ambassador for 2-Step.

SCOTT HENRY

BUZZ / Ultra Records //: DC

A man who needs no hype, bio, or introduction. Scott Henry's place in the

local club folklore is secure, as he has been a central figure in the

development of both DC and Baltimore club culture since the late 1980's.

His national reputation exploded in the early to mid '90s, as Scott's

weekends were spent playing all over the US at the biggest one-off events

and the highest profile clubs. His stock continues to rise with recent

commercial success of his mix CDs for Ultra "Buzz The Sound of the

Nation's Capitol", and this year's installment, "The Politics of Sound".

Already a national staple on the club circuit, Scott is primed for

international recognition, having recently played at one of the world's

biggest clubs, Privilege in Ibiza, and dates in the UK.

DJ CHARLES FEELGOOD

Moonshine Records / Shorty's //: Baltimore

"Baltimore's Best Club DJ", as recognized by both the Baltimore City Paper

and Baltimore Magazine, Charles Feelgood has long been one of the city's

most beloved DJs. In the early 90's, alongside Scott Henry, he co-founded

Orbit, the city's first recurring club night dedicated to underground dance

music. Orbit eventually evolved into the long running Fever, and helped

secure Baltimore's reputation as one of the country's vibey-est

cities. Charles quickly became one of the most popular DJs in America's

rave scene, and career soared has he began producing his own tracks for his

own Charm City Records and BBS labes, 611 Records, and F-111. His

infectious brand of hard hitting funky house can be heard on his Moonshine

mix CDs, the recent "Djmixed.Com" and last year's "Can You Feel It?".

EAST COAST BOOGIEMEN

On 6 turntables

Brique Rouge Records FR / Moonshine / Tequila Sounds //: DC

Funky House music in all forms, ECB has become one of America's favorite Tag Teams.

Spinning music that only implies "Dance", they are continuously touring the US and Canada,

and are scheduled for a full European tour in May 2002. Their production career has jumped

to greater heights with their newest EP "Upside Ya Head" on Brique Rouge France,

as well as their full release of "Marrying Janie" on Moonshine.

Their latest remix for "Shame" by Q-Burns feat Lisa Shaw is out now on Astralwerks.

Not only fine production but the introduction to their new Label "Tequila Sound Recordings" @ www.tequilasound.com.

DJ SUN

Ultraworld //: Baltimore

Another Baltimore original, DJ Sun was a founding member of the Ultraworld

production team, and a major player in the early development of the

Baltimore / DC underground. After departing to explore other opportunities

and productions, Sun has returned to Ultraworld as a resident DJ. His

unique blend of tribal and funky house styles has made him a beloved DJ up

and down the east coast.

MICHAEL TINDER

Contrast / Coherence //: DC

A DC local gets the chance to rock the main room at this event. His driving progressive trance sound

got us up and dancing at his most recent appearance at Buzz, which is the best way to get to spin

for an Ultraworld event. While we get tapes and CD's from up and coming DJ's around the country,

nothing sticks in the mind more than turning out a great set that we witness ourselves. And

simply put, Micheal turned it out for a crowd of several thousand. He's a regular at Buzz, and is

rapidly increasing his bookings around the East Coast and beyond. We hope this spot at

Ultraworld will help him in those pursuits.

[shadygroovedc]

It's definitely a possibility.

[vicman]

i dunno...i hope to be in nyc..hafta check what else will be going on in dc in case my nyc trip goes to hell ...

[crank47]

They just moved it from the DC Armory to the Edge. I had soooo much fun at Radiate that I was really looking forward to nye at the DC Armory, but the Edge will be fine too. I'm planning to go unless something better pops up.