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Chillin' Productions
Chillin' Productions is again stepping out into the spotlight, but not without 60 of the hottest Bay Area fashion designers who are ready, just as we are, to see their latest pieces strutted up and down the runway. Mixerfriendly, a name you hip-hop, funk, and dancehall DJs and groovers especially may recognize will be out in top form, as will Erin Mahoney, who's latest dresses are simply to die for to us luxury-lovin' ladies. Additional eye candy comes in the form of 80 painters/photographers and 60 filmmakers who will also be exhibiting their works. Should you feel the onset of sensory overload, head to the dancefloor, as DJ Johanson will be mixing up something fierce, as will Russell Vargas, DJ Laron, Kerowack, Dirtyhertz, and Dave Madix. From funky to progressive, the sound will be styling, so don't miss out on this showcase of the latest and greatest in local artistry and talent. Date: Saturday 12/2, Time: 8pm-2am, Place: Mezzanine (444 Jessie St), Cover: $6, linkMore Info. (DKD)

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Dreamweavers Take Shape
The power of SF's underground is surging forward as the DJDreamteam Top Ten Poll rolls on. Our latest top 30 is an intriguing mix as some of the more mainstream names are joined by a variety of DJs known for their sunrise sets and underground sound. This is very encouraging news as the community takes advantage of this chance to spread the word about the awesome innovators that keep SF at the forefront of electronic music. But this is a marathon, not a sprint, and a lot can change between now and December 15th, so keep spreading the word and get your voice heard. Remember that our top vote getters will be playing together at the annual DJDreamteam party, so it's up to you to put together your dream lineup! linkVote Now. (SG)

Next On The Decks

Device Art
San Francisco is a city dedicated to knowledge and progress—and as we all know, when the human mind meets the computer mind, some beautiful things occur. Take the Device Art forum, a special presentation by blasthaus and dorkbotSF. Here, you can see a group of artists from Eastern Europe who have dedicated their lives to exploring the ways in which art and technology intersect. You can preview their new works—ranging from interactive teddy bears to perfumes made on-the-spot from bodily fluids—and hear the artists speak about their projects, which have been exhibited everywhere from Croatia to Coachella. Date: Thursday 11/30, Time: 7pm, Place: Rx Gallery, Cover: No cover (donations welcome), linkMore Info. (JH)

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Four Days of Ozomatli
Okay. Ozomatli–the Grammy-winning band who blends Latin, Arab, and African music with hip-hop, rock, and social awareness—are in town. That would be good enough news, but hear this: They're in town for four days, and each day they're playing with a different band and featuring a different style of music. We might as well call it the Ozomatli Festival. On Wednesday you'll hear Luna Angel's reggae; Thursday it's Crown City's conscious hip-hop; Friday, Wisdom spins soul & hip-hop; Saturday brings SambaDa's Brazilian fusion. Pick your favorite night and come out to hear the best up-and-coming artists from up and down the West Coast, not to mention Ozomatli's powerful grooves. Date: Wed 11/29-Sat 12/2; Time: 8pm Wed & Thu, 9pm Fri & Sat; Place: The Fillmore (Geary & Fillmore); Cover: $25 each show; linkMore Info. (JH)

Link Of The Week
Door to Door Atheists - Australian filmmaker, John Safran, goes to Salt Lake City, Utah and tries to convert Mormons to atheism. linkhere

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Event: The Coup & Mr. Lif
Venue: The Independent
DJs: The Coup & Mr. Lif w/ Common Market
Music: rap, hip-hop
Cover: $20
One of the more political bands rap has seen, The Coup's set of influences range from Public Enemy and KRS-One to Karl Marx and Mao. This duo made up of Boots and Pam will light up The Independent this Tuesday alongside Mr. Lif, who's drum-heavy beats sound like light rock next to his clever, socially conscious lyrics. Don't miss this Tuesday night treat. (DKD)


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Event: Qoöl: A Spesh-a-thon
Venue: 111 Minna
DJs: Spesh
Music: progressive
Cover: no cover b4 6pm, $5 after
It's a Spesh-tastic Spesh-a-thon as DJDreamteamer Spesh, of Jondi & Spesh, takes you on a Spesh-al voyage into Speshland. Did I mention Spesh was spinning? All jokes aside, I can think of few DJs I'd rather see do a marathon set than Spesh. His deft mastery of progressive beats is perfect for a musical journey that lasts all night and leaves a smile on your face. (SG)

Event: Satellite Wednesdays
Venue: Anu
DJs: Jimmy Van M, Scott Carrelli
Music: house, tech house, deep
Cover: no cover b4 10pm, $5 after
Intimacy is one of the hallmarks of the SF scene, and Satellite is the leader, by a large margin, when it comes to bringing you face to face with some of the most talented DJs in the world today. Jimmy Van M is the proverbial man behind curtain for Sasha and Digweed's Delta Heavy Tour, and his recent mix in the award-winning Balance series is a real treat. Don't miss this early holiday gift! (SG)



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Event: Bounce Tour with Dan the Automator
Venue: Mezzanine
DJs: Dan the Automator, Chali2na, Casual, A.G. of D.I.T.C, Common Market
Music: hip-hop, electronic
Cover: $15 presale
He's the mastermind producer who's had a hand in everything from Dr. Octagon to Gorillaz; he's worked with Del, Mos, Lupe, and most of the current greats of hip-hop and trip-hop. His latest album 2K7 is a laundry list of names, and one of the better albums this year. Now you can catch Dan the Automator with a LIVE BAND, not to mention legendary rappers Chali2na and Casual. Be there. (JH)

Event: Frenchy le Freak
Venue: Ruby Skye
DJs: Frenchy le Freak
Music: house
Cover: $5
Sellers Markets, SF's place to go for the finest local foods grown sustainably and organically, is celebrating their latest expansion and doing it with a bang. They are inviting you to join in the fun as the one and only Frenchy le Freak takes to the controls of the finest soundsystem in town for a set of bangin house. (SG)

Event: Program
Venue: Supperclub
DJs: Sariah Storm, Maer
Music: electro house, glitch hop, ambient beats, techno electro funk
Cover: no cover
Enjoy some fine dining with a slice of real talent on the side. Sariah Storm will warms things up tonight with her sexy techno electro funk jams & ambient beats. After Dinner, Maer will step it up dub-beautifully with a premium blend of midtempo glitch hop. Late night, Program residents will mix up electro house. Each course just may be better than the next. (SIN)

Event: Stateless-- The latest in global electronic music
Venue: Madrone Lounge
DJs: Jef Stott, Cyan, Andy G, The Worker
Music: d'n'b, reggae, breaks, house
Cover: no cover b4 10pm, $5 after
If you are looking for international flavor without having to leave the country, then Madrone Lounge has the party for you. Producer and remixer Jef Stott has always had a hand in global remixes and this show will be no different. Fusing Arabic electro with live percussion, this is definitely one sound that's truly unique to Jef. Adding their own flavors to the mix are Cyan, Andy G. and The Worker. Come feel like you've traveled the world in one night! (CQ)

Event: The Afro Joint
Venue: 222 Club
DJs: Said, Funmi Ononaiye
Music: Afrobeat, world
Cover: $5
The traditions of Fela Kuti's Afrobeat movement will be on display this Thursday at the 222 Club. This is the kick-off for this fresh new monthly and they are starting off with style as Fatsouls' DJ Said joins Funmi Ononaiya, visiting all the way from the streets of Harlem to give you a dose of the good stuff here in SF. (SG)


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Event: Velvet Shop
Date:
Friday, Dec. 1st
Venue:
Taste Ultra Lounge (87 N. San Pedro, San Jose)
DJs:
Miguel Migs, M3, MJ Gamez, Jimmy B, Wen Davis, Mpenzi
Music:
house, hip-hop, R&B
Cover: no cover b4 11pm w/RSVP
More Info: Velvet Shop

Going on 12 years, the Velvet Shop has kept a steady flow of big time house talent playing to appreciative crowds in the South Bay. Keeping that tradition alive and well at the Taste Ultra Lounge will be a star-studded lineup of Bay Area luminaries. DJDreamteamers Miguel Migs and M3 will join steadfast underground hero MJ Gamez aong with Jimmy B and more as the best party in San Jo rocks it all night long. (SG)


Event: Battle of the Bay
Venue: Club Six
DJs: Twilight Tone, Sake One, De', Eddie Raskal
Music: hip-hop, house, dancehall
Cover: $10 b4 11pm, $15 after
The Battle of the Bay will go down at Club Six this Friday and it's sure to get fiery in there if not downright dangerous. A little competition works wonders at getting these mixmasters to start throwing fire, so watch out-- Sake 1 alone could drive you to shake yourself silly on the dancefloor at this party. Twilight Tone is in the house and ready to get down and dirty with you too! (DKD)

Event: Futureclassic
Venue: Poleng Lounge
DJs: Waajeed, Damon Bell, Proof, pantyROBber, Angelo
Music: hip-hop, funk, future soul
Cover: $5 b4 11pm, $10 after
Feed your ears with an evening of hip-hop, funk and soul as you party into the night at Poleng Lounge. First up for the evening, Waajeed, a Detroit native who formed The Platinum Pied Pipers so he could work with a rotating cast of DJs. He's also created some of the sickest mixtapes around. And sharing the spotlight with him are Damon Bell, Proof, pantyROBber and Angelo. (CQ)

Event: Mighty Breaks presents Chew the Fat
Venue: Mighty
DJs: Friendly, Murphstar, 8Ball, Bam, Ding Dong, Lud Dub, Trav
Music: breaks
Cover: $5 presale, $10 door
DJ Friendly's mission is to get the dancefloor frisky-- but when he mixes up the breaks, electro house, bootlegs and oddities, he's asking the dancefloor to get downright dirty, which usually results in a bass-heavy sweat-fest. Friendly resides at Chew The Fat, the longest running breakbeat night in London, and is back in San Fran to rock it proper! Your local faves round out the lineup for what is sure to be another stellar night at Mighty. (SIN)

Event: Remedy
Venue: DNA Lounge
DJs: Sunshine Jones (Dubtribe), Julius Papp
Music: house, hip-hop
Cover: $10-20
When it comes to house music, if Julius Papp is rolling the dice, chances are it's gonna hit. That's why his latest CD, Abstract Latin Journey has all the makings to become the buzz for a while. Joining Julius is the man who is known for Seven Tracks In Seven Days which is his musical journey in the studio, surfacing with a CD that goes right to the heart of any true househead. This is what Remedy does and tonight they will not fall short. (KW)

Event: Something Sexy
Venue: Pink
DJs: Andy Caldwell, J-Boogie
Music: house
Cover: $10
OM's Andy Caldwell is no stranger to the house music world. His name has become synonymous with a deep, sensual sound that sets the mood for chillin' or hittin' the dancefloor. J-Boogie will be joining Andy at the tables tonight making this a party that should not be missed. (KW)

Event: Temple of Mirrors
Venue: 1015
DJs: Bassnectar, Cheb i Sabbah, An-ten-nae, Brother, Jocelyn, Janaka Selekta, Sukhawat Ali Khan and Riffat Sultana, Rami Ziadeh, Ferhan Qureshi, Shiraz Ali Khan, Alibi, Deep Eddy, Shissla, Neeziak
Music: world music, breaks
Cover: $15 presales, $20 door
Get Freaky is joining forces with Worldly and House of Lotus to bring you a spectacular night of music from around the globe. You'll find everything from breaks and world music to live classical Indian, folk and Bhangra to stimulate your aural senses. Catch Nitevibe Dreamteam DJ Bassnectar as he casts a spell over his huge fanship - and then watch them shake it like crazy. His beats have an effect like no other inside the walls of 1015. (SIN)

Event: The Rock Show
Venue: Ruby Skye
DJs: Donovan, Adrian Young (No Doubt), Uriah Duffy (Lyrics Born), Chris Clouse, Hot for Teacher
Music: rock-infused house
Cover: $20 presale
DJ style meets glammed out rock superstardom as Donovan celebrates the release of The Rock Show: Rock-Infused House with a stage show worthy of a guitar god. Massive lights and sound will be brought in as Donovan is joined on stage by an all-star cast of rock star musicians. Break out the aqua-net, blue eye shadow and pleather pants! (SG)

Event: Trippendicular 3
Venue: Call info line: 415-289-2002
DJs: Concord Dawn, Trinidad, Company Truck, The Axis -The Doctor & Arize, Yagi Vs. Cubehead, Jolan Ray, BST-One, Ms Snow, Autobots, Viro, Kevin Kind Vs Andy P, Nick Nyquil Vs Adam Ant, Ill the DJ Vs M.O.D., Phokus, Durty, Dexx, and more
Music: d'n'b, breaks, trance, hardcore, house
Cover: $20 b4 9pm, $30 after
It's not often you find an all-ages show with a lineup as stellar as this. With DJs hailing from as far away as the UK, New Zealand and from across the US, this is one bangin' beatfest you don't want to miss. You can check the full lineup here, but do keep an eye (or ear) out for the dark, hair-raising breaks sound of the Autobots. Get there early and don't forget your '80s cartoon themed attire, as it will get you $5 off cover. (SIN)


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Event: Bali & Mike Giannini
Venue: 1015 Folsom
DJs: Bali, Mike Giannini, Taj, Dimitris Mykonos, Pollux, Ecko, Illtracks
Music: house, trance, hip-hop
Cover: $20
It's a beautiful match as the all-night prowess of 1015 meets the powerful DJ and production talents of Mike Giannini and BaLi. They are eagerly looking forward to the coming release of their collaborative Round That Track effort along with John Doe. 1015 always offers up a complete course of styles, so you can wander the rooms in search of your groove with Dimitris Mykonos, Illtracks and many more. (SG)

Event: Better Days Presents Timmy Regisford
Venue: Pink
DJs: Timmy Regisford, Franky Boissy
Music: soulful house
Cover: tba
Pink has become the spot to get a taste of the true masters of house music and tonight will be no different as Shelter resident, Timmy Regisford, takes to the decks. Like Louie Vega and other legends who have recently manned the decks at Pink, Timmy Regisford, has a deep stake in how house music has evolved into the deep, soulful sound that it is today. Get there early or you may miss out. (KW)

Event: Christopher Lawrence
Venue: Ruby Skye
DJs: Christopher Lawrence, Ismael Rodriguez
Music: trance, house, progressive
Cover: $15 presale
Regarded by many as the top DJ ever to come out of the US, Christopher Lawrence ranks with Paul Oakenfold, Sasha, Digweed, and Paul van Dyk in terms of worldwide name recognition. His style was born of the underground rave scene of the '90s and has since been refined into a special breed of progressive trance that has sold millions around the globe. (SG)

Event: DeeCee's Soul Shakedown
Venue: Club Six
DJs: Fuze, J Boogie, De' , Funklor, Moese Jah yzer, I-vier, Jacques, Lady Sha
Music: hip-hop, house, dancehall
Cover: $10
DJ Fuze of Digital Underground will be coming through this installment of DeeCee's Soul Shakedown, so get ready to shake it to that sound that may remind you of days on the dancefloor long past, but has been given a new twist here and there in the form of reggae. J Boogie will also take to the decks tonight to stir you up a bit, as well as dancehall diva Luna Angel and special guest Lady Sha. (DKD)

Event: DJ Hi-Tek
Venue: Mighty
DJs: Hi-Tek, Oakland Faders
Music: hip-hop
Cover: $15
Hi-Tek's beats are well-known for being mesmerizingly smooth with an undeniable groove. He cut his teeth producing for Talib Kweli & Mos Def, and these days he works with everyone from Dr. Dre to Common. Tonight he'll be lighting up Mighty along with the Oakland Faders, who bring the skills you know and love—making this the best place to hear great hip-hop on either side of the Bay. (JH)

Event: Iron DJ
Venue: Supperclub
DJs: Laird, Seven, Rooz, Michael Anthony, B:Smiley, Tamo, ViaJay, Kobewan
Music: breaks, house, '80s funk, new wave
Cover: $10 b4 midnight, $15 after
The classic Japanese cooking show, Iron Chef, is finding new life in a unique event at San Francisco's premier venue for first class cuisine and beats. A series of DJs, including DJDreamteamers Laird and Seven, face off head to head with an added little twist: each DJ has to include a 'secret ingredient', music selected by the crowd. This lineup is stacked with talent top to bottom, so it should be a hell of a show to see whose beats will reign supreme. (SG)

Event: Love & Bass III
Venue: Gingerbread Warehouse
DJs: Autobots, Lawgiverz, Bil Bless aka SOTEG, Kosmikneil, Eskmo, Audiovoid, Hypnotech, Ripple, Dov/Big Dub Project, Aaron Jae, Friction, Evan Bender, Bertzerker
Music: breaks
Cover: $15 presales, $20 door
Addictech has been smoothly slanging breaks wax fiends their fix for awhile now, so if you don't know about this local online gem, read up now on why they rock, then prepare to be blown away at Love & Bass III. They listen to all the music, so they know all the good talent, and they're bringing out just those we've been wanting to hear: The UK's Autobots, Bil Bless from Texas, and the highly anticipated Kosmikneil and Lawgiverz, both on Trigger. Hold on to your heads as well as your hats. (DKD)

Event: Supersonic
Venue: Milk
DJs: Apollo, Vin Sol, Swayzee, LL Cool DJ
Music: electro, hip-hop
Cover: $5 b4 11pm, $10 after
If you feel the need to get down and dirty on the dancefloor, head to Milk for Supersonic. First up is special guest Apollo throwing down an electro, rock and hip-hop set. If his name sounds familiar, you might know him from the Triple Threat DJs and Invisibl Skratch Piklz. Next up are Vin Sol, Swayzee and LL Cool DJ each rocking the decks and making you move your feet. (CQ)


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Event: Imogen Heap
Venue: The Warfield
DJs: Imogen Heap
Music: electro folk
Cover: $25 presale
Songstress Imogen Heap creates an electro folk sound so vivid and multilayered you wonder who her back up band is. The catch? She goes it solo. Armed with a computer, guitar and a slue of other instruments, Imogen brings melodic and dream like tunes that make you float through her music as if it were a languid ocean of precise sounds. (RW)

Event: RJD2
Venue: The Independent
DJs: RJD2, J Boogie's Dubtronic Science
Music: hip-hop
Cover: $22
RJD2 came from the '90s underground, starting as a humble bedroom DJ and going on to release a highly successful collaboration with Aceyalone this year. He's been heard to say that he plans to take a "more pop route" with his production. What does that mean? Is RJD2 about to take over the airwaves, and how? Only you can find out, at his live show tonight with J Boogie's Dubtronic Science! (JH)

Event: Super Soul Sundayz
Venue: The End Up
DJs: Sir Piers, David Harness
Music: house
Cover: tba
The UK's Sir Piers is quickly rising above the radar when it comes to the international dance music scene. After a quick listen, you'll hear that the guy knows soulful house like many of the legends who have obviously influenced him. He has remixed for some of the biggest names, including Snoop, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce and many others and there will be no question why after witnessing his set tonight. See you there. (KW)

Event: Tony Moran
Venue: Mezzanine
DJs: Tony Moran, Luke Johnstone
Music: funky house, progressive
Cover: $10 presale, $20 door
Whether he's peforming as a DJ, singer or producer, Tony Moran shares his love for music in every avenue he chooses. A heavy hitter in electronic music, he's had the pleasure of remixing work by Gloria Estefan, Robin S. and Donna Summer. With each remix his popularity has soared in the club scene. Also lending his musical talent on the 1s and 2s is Luke Johnstone. Chill vibes and funky beats, you can't ask for more! (CQ)

 

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