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Tiësto: Elements of Life Tour
The day is now upon us and, after weeks of anticipation, Tiësto is finally here in San Francisco. This Holland superstar has earned the hype: not only was he the first DJ to sell out events for over 25,000 people two nights in a row, but he’s also played in front of billions at the Olympic Games opening ceremony in Athens, a remix of his became the first house track ever broadcast on daytime radio in North America, and Traffic was the first instrumental track to reach the top spot in his homeland in 23 years. And that’s just the basics – he’s also won numerous awards, pioneered the trance scene, constantly evolved as an artist, and stayed true to his craft. Long story short: he’s a veteran that’s fresher than ever. If that's not enough - you're treated a the supporting cast all headline in their own right - Derrick Carter, Mark Farina, Doc Martin, Uberzone (Live), Hyper, Lee Coombs, Baby Anne (Feat. Darling Nikki), Deep Voices (Feat. Dyloot) Date: Saturday, 7/28, Time: 9pm-3am, Place: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, Cover: $65 presale, $75 door, linkMore Info. (EK)

Afrofunk Music Festival
The Afrofunk Music Festival is returning for a third year after two consecutive sold-out extravaganzas and Nitevibe, for one, couldn’t be happier. Not only does this year’s festival benefit Save the Children and feature a wide diversity of cultures and traditions, but it includes what everyone can always use more of: extra funk! The roster is jam-packed, with everyone from Sila and the Afrofunk Experience (gritty, hard-hitting James Brown funk) to Baba Ken and the Afro-Groove Connexion (Nigerian Juju music and Afrobeat rhythms). And the list doesn’t stop there, with appearances by Afrobeat Down, DJ Jeremiah and the Afrobeat Nation, DJ Emmanuel Nado, and DJ Boima. Date: Friday 7/27 – Saturday, 7/28, Time: 9pm, Place: the Independent, Cover: $17, $45 VIP, linkMore Info. (EK)

Pink

North Beach Jazz in the Park
All-stars and world flair will be in abundance at a full day of free Jazz Fest music in Washington Square Park. North Bay reggae heroes Wisdom will make their first NBJF appearance, followed by Bay Area Latin acid jazz legends Los Mocosos, who are sure to have the crowd jumping with their upbeat grooves. Salvador Santana will follow in his father’s rockin’ Jazz Fest foot steps and San Francisco’s own Albino! will make waves by channeling Nigerian legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti. Not enough? New York's Stephane Wrembel is sure to blow you away with his immense similarity to the late, great Django Reinhardt, while Sterling James plans to delight your ears with a fresh and funky set. Date: Saturday, 7/28, Time: noon-?, Place: Washington Square Park, Cover: no cover, linkMore Info. (EK)

Pink

Link Of The Week
Solar: Solar is a tale of the sun, moon and two characters who inhabit a world that relies on day and night perhaps more than it would seem. linkhere

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Event: X-Kid .700 World Series
Venue:Poleng Lounge
DJs:X-Kid, Delinquent Monastery, Alpha P, the Pirate Signal, Hollywood Kill, Big Homie
Music:hip-hop
Cover:no cover
Northwest hip-hop is going national as a result of MC X-Kid, a hip-hop visionary with rhymes to spare. The twist to this show is that X-Kid's hustle and flow will be documented as part of a "reality-style movie project" in support of his new album. The man and the cameras will be joined onstage by Delinquent Monastery, Alpha P, the Pirate Signal, Hollywood Kill, and Big Homie, so go to get rowdy (and be filmed doing it). (EK)

Event: Z*Trip
Venue:The Independent
DJs:DJ Z*Trip with Gift of Gab, Aceyalone, Lateef and DJ Phoreyz
Music:mash-up, breaks, hip-hop
Cover:$25
"I love Fruity Pebbles when I'm watching my cartoons." Never have truer words been spoken. That's the best part of listening to DJ Z*Trip's music, you never know what to expect --quick beats with fast-talking raps, random cartoon/cereal pop culture references with comical beat-boxing,or even haunting lyrics with melodic undertones. Funny, serious, or whatever you're looking for, Z*Trip will oblige. Packing heat with many collaborators from the last album, this will prove to be a not-to-be-missed show. (JH)



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Event: Love It Wednesdays
Venue:Icon Lounge
DJs:Mossa, Jason Short, Alland Byallo, Tim McCormack, Clint Stewart, Mikey Tello, No Battles
Music:techno, ghetto tech, booty bass, electro
Cover:$7 b4 10:30, $10 after
Hmmm.What's a clubber to do when he wants to hear minimal techno on a Wednesday night? Wait a minute! Mossa is playing at Love It Wednesdays! In case you don't know, this Montreal-based musician has been bumpin it with solid tracks on labels like Mo's Ferry, Mutek & Morris Audio and has been remixed by Ark and John Tejada. Giving it up with some local funk are DJ's from Auralism and [KONTROL]. Ah yes, now I know where I can get my midweek fix on the techno tip. (DJ)

Event: Space is the Place
Venue:Pink
DJs:Marky, Hakobo, Sake 1, J-Boogie, Damon Bell
Music:soul, hip-hop, house
Cover:no cover
Space is the place every Wednesday at Pink, when Marky (AKA Proof), Hakobo, Sake 1, J-Boogie, Damon Bell, and hosts Adamu and Angela Jackie convene to get you pumped up past what's reasonably recommended. The party's totally free and with a line-up this freaking good, showing up to dance is basically stealing. But tonight, everyone's just fine with that. In fact, consider it a gift from Pink and company straight to you. (EK)



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Blue Label

Event: Blue Label
Date:
Thursday July 26th
Venue:
Shine
DJs:
Tall Sasha, Misha, John Kobe
Music: house
Cover:
$5

It's an all out celebration at Shine tonight in honor of the one year anniversary of Tall Sasha's Blue Label. Known for its progressive and energetic house, Blue Label stands out as one of most frantic weeknight parties, with dance fiends that will groove hard until the end of the night. Luckily for these friends and for you, Tall Sasha likes to let the beats do the talking – so come down and hear for yourself! (EK)


Event: 7th Heaven Roller Disco
Venue:Mighty
DJs:Monsieur M.
Music:disco
Cover:$5 cover, $2 skate rental
You'll be in seventh heaven after you head to Mighty, strap on a pair of bitchin' roller skates and start roller-dancing to the tunes of the decade that time forgot and Mighty remembered. Monsieur M. will get you skating backwards with his musical skills and fresh style, so don't be a square – go and show the hotties your sweet '70s moves. (EK)

Event: Devin the Dude , Zion I
Venue:Mezzanine
DJs:Devin the Dude,
Zion I

Music:hip-hop, rap
Cover:$15
Known as the "Richard Pryor of hip-hop," Devin the Dude brings his lyrical prowess, humor and social commentary to Mezzanine Thursday. The Dude blends funk and smooth hip-hop and it was this sound that attracted Dr. Dre to invite him to rap on his single, "F@!k You." Joining The Dude, is Zion I a genius and talented MC who continues to hone his rhythmic patterns and deep metaphoric skills to become the best MC he can. (CQ)

Event: Sabotage
Venue:Anu
DJs:Craig Kuna, Fil Latorre, Javaight
Music:techno, minimal, tech house
Cover:no cover
Craig Kuna's  always loved music, playing in punk and metal bands growing up in PA. He attended his first rave and his focus shifted to electronica. He threw himself into the PA scene, throwing his first rave at 19, and by becoming a DJ and promoter. Moving to the bay, he took a break from DJing, until he stumbled upon the [Kontrol] crew and minimal music. Fil Latorre and Javaight , representatives of Staple , round out the lineup. (CQ)

Event: Scandal
Venue:Pink
DJs:Kevin Spicy, Ryme
Music:house
Cover:tba
Looking to add a little spice to your life, or maybe even looking to add a little scandal to it? Well look no farther than Pink's party, Scandal, this Thursday. Parisian Kevin Spicy , along with his friend Ryme, drop the smooth and sexy progressive house tracks guaranteed to spice up any evening. So if you're feeling that your life is missing a little flavor, hit up Pink for that extra little something you're been craving. (CQ)


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nbjf

Event: NBJF "Jazz Forward"
Date:
Friday July 27th
Venue:
Mojito, Royale, Grant & Green
DJs:
Kraak & Smaak (DJ set) at Mojito Stephane Wrembel (live) at Mojito Tom Thump (at Mojito) DJ Zeph vs Million7Sound (at Royale) the Jazz Mafia (at Grant & Green)
Music: breaks, funk, acid jazz
Cover:
$10 wristband for all three venues presale
More Info: www.nbjazzfest.com

Tonight is North Beach Jazz Fest's annual "Jazz Forward" block party, featuring three hot little North Beach venues for one wristband. Holland's futurefunk superstars Kraak & Smaak headline the event with a DJ set at Mojito, joined by Kinkysweet records Tom Thump and gypsy jazz group Stephane Wrembel trio. Om Hip Hop's DJ Zeph presents "Million7 Sound," a live PA project at Royale and for those who like the live fix, Grant & Green will be taken over by the notorious Jazz Mafia and the Dynamic Soundsystem. If you go out in North Beach one night of the year, THIS is your night!


Vessel

Event: Salted @ Remedy w/ Miguel Migs & Julius Papp
Date:
Friday July 27th | 10pm-4am
Venue:
DNA Lounge | 375 11th St., SF
DJs:
Miguel Migs, Julius Papp
Music: house, funky, soulful, deep
Cover:
$10 presale
More Info: www.remedysf.com

Both Remedy and Salted have been a haven to househeadz for quite some time so it is only natural that they throw a party together Miguel Migs and Julius Papp will be at the tables, as expected, bringing grooves that will keep the party to perfection until we just can't take it anymore. I think you feel me here, but if you don't, you will once you hit the floor tonight. (KW)


Vessel

Event: Hip Hop Fridays Featuring Doc Fu
Date:
Friday July 27th
Venue:
Vessel
DJs:
Doc Fu and Pause
Music: hip hop
Cover:
no cover

DJs Doc Fu and Pause are the local SF dream team of underground hip hop. A flavorful blend of urban genres, this pair is always ready to put it down for the people. So get your hands up. Doc Fu and Pause are bringing it live for a fantastic voyage into get-down sounds.


Vessel

Event: Barcelona
Date:
Friday July 27th
Venue:
Vault Ultra Lounge
DJs:
Armann the BrainChild, Joey Mazzola, Trevor Simpson, Hanna, Andrew MD, Roger Moorehouse,
Music: house, mash up, funky
Cover:
$20

Known from New York to San Francisco for his unique mix of uplifting progressive house, edgy trance and exquisite blending, Armann the BrainChild is guaranteed to present a performance that will stir the mind, body and soul. Joey has a music style like no other, funky house beats of many styles mixed up with a bit of flawless scratching and a twist of his hip hop roots. Barcelona’s upscale, fashionable image is legendary in the party scene and in a league all to its own. Come and experience a new era of VIP clubbing.


Event: [a]pendics.shuffle + Konstantin Gabbro
Venue:Anu
DJs:[a]pendics.shuffle, Konstantin Gabbro, Kontakt, Solekandi
Music:minimal techno
Cover:$5

Intimate DJ bar Anu, is your destination to get up close and personal with two of LA’s top underground techno influencers: Kenneth James Gibson aka [a]pendics.shuffle & Konstantin Gabbro. Responsible for launching the forward thinking techno label Adjunct, KJG & Gabbro boast an impressive artist roster consisting of John Tejada, Pheek and Bruno Pronsato just to name a few. Gabbro’s knowledge of “deconstructed experimental techno” combined w/ KJG’s epic Live PA sets make this a night strictly for the head nodders and body jackers. (DJ)


Event: Hed Kandi
Venue:supperclub
DJs:Andy Daniels (Hed Kandi), Donovan, Michael Anthony
Music:house
Cover:$20-30
Andy Daniels may be wildly popular in Manchester, but his feel good music and mad skills captivate audiences wherever he goes. Lucky for San Francisco, he's bringing those vibes to supperclub for a night of vocal, soulful house, garage, and glittering disco that will leave you feeling all danced out – in a good way. With that in mind, come well-rested and ready to party. (EK)

Event: Martin Roth
Venue:1015 Folsom
DJs:Martin Roth, Nuclear Hyde vs. Blix Cannon, Kristina Sky, Kilogram, Mystre, Ross.FM, Lexxx vs. Skwallie, Macadio, Disciple, Dolemite, Uzoma, Josh D, Believe, Agent Smith
Music:progressive, hard trance
Cover:$15 presale, $20 door
Germany takes over the 1015 decks, bringing in a few trance greats. Martin Roth has  performed under various aliases, but now he's taking the music world by storm under his own name. Nuclear Hyde battles with SF's own Blix Cannon , while LA's Kristina Sky trances out to get you on the dancefloor. This party is going to be a big one, as Kilogram, Mystre, Ross.FM, Macadio, Disciple, Dolemite, Uzoma, Josh D and Believe also take the stage. (CQ)

Event: Peter Hook of New Order
Venue:Ruby Skye
DJs:Peter Hook, Frenchy Le Freak, Mick
Music:electronica
Cover:$15 presale
There’s no two ways to put this: Peter Hook is, as Ruby Skye describes, an “architect of modern electronic music.” He started as the bassist for Joy Division, a brilliant act that was to disband upon lead singer Ian Curtis’ suicide. Hook and the remaining members then formed New Order, a band that itself went on to shape popular music. And then? Ruby Skye scheduled Hook to play a DJ set that you will attend. This man is history, people. (EK)

Event: Spiritual South
Venue:Pink
DJs:Kento, Hakobo, Tokyo Component
Music:house, jazz, funk, minimal
Cover:$10
This party was given this name for a reason. With Hakobo and Tokyo Component at the tables we have learned that the unexpected is what we are going to get. That sound is always innovative and hits right on the mark. But, the added element tonight is Kento, a DJ who has a feeling for the sound that hits you deep down in your soul. Tonight will be different, and one that should not be missed. (KW)

Event: The Official Daft Punk After Party
Venue:Mighty
DJs:The Ed Banger Crew (Kavinsky, Sebastian), the Throne of Blood Crew (Vito, Druzzi, Mattie & Luke the Duke, James F!@#$%^ Friedman), Jefrodesiac, Richie Panic
Music:electronica
Cover:$15
It’s official: this party will rock. And how can it not, being that it follows the Greek Theatre show and will feature Paris' Ed Banger Crew (Kavinsky and Sebastian), the Throne of Blood Crew (New York’s Vito, Druzzi, Mattie & Luke the Duke, and James F!@#$%^ Friedman), Jefrodesiac, and Richie Panic? See, I didn’t even have to say Daft Punk to get you insanely excited. (EK)


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Vessel

Event: House Saturdays Featuring David Harness
Date:
Saturday July 28th
Venue:
Vessel
DJs:
David Harness, Gordon Waze, J Bowman, Mansour
Music: house
Cover:
no cover

Regular DJDreamteamer and one of the most popular DJ/producers in the San Francisco Bay Area, David Harness has been described as "a man who lives, breathes and emanates everything that is beautiful about deep house music and classic garage." His infectious, rhythmic sound is a tribal gem that will beckon you to the dance floor and set your spirit free. The refined combination of Harness' passion, talent and creativity have carved out a new path in the history of house music and we are dancing on it.


Vessel

Event: Deep Space 303
Date:
Saturday July 28th
Venue:
Underground, TBA at www.djrooz.com
DJs:
Jeno, Rooz, Bo
Music: deep house, tech house, minimal, acid
Cover:
$10 b4 1am, $15 after

This event is all about deep, forward-thinking music in a trippy, spacey atmosphere – in other words, the perfect combination for an underground. Deep Space 303 is structured around both the style of music and the decor, which - when you realize that the vibes will be house, tech house, minimal and breaks provided by Jeno, Rooz, and Bo and the decor will look like the inside of the Russian Space Station - sounds like an absolutely brilliant plan. (EK)


Event: Gentleman's Techno
Venue:Au Cave (3201 3rd St, 2nd floor)
DJs:One Sick Girl, Qzen, Chan Chan, Kelley B, Clawsina
Music:booty breaks, techno, electro
Cover:$5

My mom always told me to be a gentleman, but for some reason she never liked techno. For those of you with the same oppressive upbringing, Gentleman's Techno is the night for you, not least because it's ladies night. Headlining is One Sick Girl, one half of Berlin-based DJ team the Sick girls, and techno & electro mistresses Qzen and Kelley B, who will be showin' how we do it in SF. Expect an off the hizook mix of booty breaks, techno, electro, and whatever else comes out of the minds of these dancefloor seductresses. (DJ)


Event: Guru's Jazzmatazz
Venue:Mezzanine
DJs:Guru, Solar, Doo Wop, the 7 Grand Band
Music:hip-hop roots, jazz, soul
Cover:$20 presale
After reaching critical acclaim as emcee for Gang Starr, Guru embarked on a new musical project that merged his hip-hop roots with jazz and soul. The long-awaited result - called Jazzmatazz Volume 4 - The Hip-Hop Messenger: "Back To The Future" - pools the skills of Guru, New York producer Solar, Damian Marley, David Sanborn, and Blackalicious, among many others. Come tonight to see Guru perform the fruits of these labors with help from Solar, Doo Wop, and the 7 Grand Band.

Event: Reggae Gold SF
Venue:The Endup
DJs:Polo Mo'Qz, Toks, Dee Jay Hype, Lonestar Sound
Music:reggae dance hall
Cover:tba
One of the sickest after-hours events around is celebrating four years of late night insanity, which means you should be heading out the door now to get there and get down. Reggae Gold SF has long repped the reggae scene with a tantalizing mix of the latest riddims, dancehall, soca, and hip-hop mashups and now, as only befitting such a San Francisco staple, they are throwing a fan-freakin-tastic party. (EK)

Event: Serpent Mother Fundraiser
Venue:SomArts (354 5th Street @ Harrison)
DJs:Brad Robinson, Mancub, 8ball, Kapt'n Kirk, Aaron Jae, Pure Evil, ShOOey, Murphstar, Shissla, Majitope
Music:breaks, house
Cover:tba
The Flaming Lotus Girls are throwing a BBQ bash to end all BBQ bashes in an effort to raise funds for the Serpent Mother World Tour. The day kicks off with BBQing, of course, and is followed by several hours of dancing and libation. Space Cowboy DJs Brad Robinson, Mancub, 8ball, Kapt'n Kirk, Aaron Jae, and Pure Evil will be joined by ShOOey, Murphstar, Shissla, and Majitope to keep the jams coming, so come ready for a marathon party session! (EK)

Event: The Blonde Ball
Venue:supperclub
DJs:Kenneth Thomas, Frenchy le Freak, b.smiley, joshua chills
Music:progressive, house
Cover:$5 w/ blonde wig, $15 w/ RSVP no wig needed, no cover for natural blondes b4 midnight
Supperclub's annual Blonde Ball is back and blonder than ever. Imagine 500 partiers wearing blonde wigs, drinking blonde martinis and acting blonde (take that for what you will) and you'll start to get the picture. Kenneth Thomas, Frenchy le Freak, and friends will be spinning quality house music to the enjoyment of all – natural blondes or not – so whether you're wearing a wig or your blonde pride, you'll have a ball. (EK)

Event: Tiësto: Elements of Life Tour
Venue: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
DJs:Tiësto, Derrick Carter, Mark Farina, Doc Martin, Uberzone, Hyper, Lee Coombs, Baby Anne, Deep Voices
Music:trance, house, breaks
Cover:$65 presale, $75 door
At tonight's insanely packed show, you'll get Tiësto, yes, but you'll also get a mile-long line-up of musicians who are all stars in their own right. Go to hear Tiësto, but also go to appreciate Derrick Carter, Mark Farina, Doc Martin, Uberzone, Hyper, Lee Coombs, Baby Anne featuring Darling Nikki, and Deep Voices featuring Dyloot. And you didn't believe me when I said it was insanely packed… (EK)


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Event: Super Soul Sundayz
Venue:The End Up
DJs:Alix Alvarez, David Harness
Music:deep, soulful house
Cover:tba
We get great NYC DJs out here on a weekly basis, but not bringing the skill that Alix Alvarez has shown. He has spun with the world’s best and for good reason. He has defined his sound which hits deep down in the soul of those of us who feel our music. He grew up in a time of merging genres which have, and will continue to, dictate the direction of house music. Be there tonight and you will see what I mean. (KW)



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