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Scion A/V Remixes: Three Exclusive Releases

Charlie Brown

Scion A/V is at it again with three exclusive releases! They recently released the splendid Daptone Records Remixed sampler (W♥M), so it's safe to say that these are just as awesome.

First up is Ghostface Killah vs. Rhythm Roots All-Stars with "Charlie Brown". The original track, produced by MF Doom, was intended to be on Ghostface Killah's 2006 release Fishscale, but it contained a sample from Caetano Veloso's "Alfomega" and didn't receive clearance. Jump to now and here's the track featuring Ghostface's fast-paced rapping skills and the Rhythms Roots All-Stars' funky beats.

Charlie Brown (DJ Mehdi Remix)

The second release contains "four unique dance remixes of 'Charlie Brown' by world renowned French electro producers Yuksek, Orgasmic and DJ Mehdi, as well as Los Angeles-based DJ and production duo Guns N Bombs."

And the third release features up-and-coming hip-hop artists Wale, Pase Rock and 4th Pyramid rapping over beats by the 45 King and remixes by New York-based producers DJ Ayres, Inflagranti, Eli Escobar, and Sammy Bananas. 45 King is most famous for "The 900 Number" which samples Marva Whitney's "Unwind Yourself" and probably most recognized in DJ Kool's

The 900 Number (2k8)

"Let Me Clear My Throat".

Starting May 6, Scion will be distributing "Charlie Brown" and the remixes at Scion-sponsored events and will also be available as a free download online. On May 13,  the 45 King remixes will be available for purchase from all leading online retailers.

Links: Scion A/V

Posted by Jason | my♥posts

Scion CD Sampler Giveaway, plus Jamie Leonhart's free show on 2/20 and SXSW

PLEASE NOTE: SCION GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED - PLEASE DO NOT ENTER IN THE CONTEST.  NEW GIVEAWAY SOON XOXO

I have a couple of announcements:

The Budos Band - Chicago Falcon The Washington Sq. Lads Remix) The Budos Band   Scion X Apart present "Love Will Bring Us Apart Again" Scion A/V Presents: CD Sampler v. 19 - Daptone Records Remixed http://weheartmus... In keeping with the spirit of supporting independent music initiatives that underpin the Scion A...

I have 10 copies (that's perfect because it seems we only have 10 readers) of The Scion CD Sampler Vol. 19 to give away, all you need to do is send your full name and physical mailing address to contest@weheartmusic.com with the subject line of SCION. As far as I know, this giveaway is not restricted to W♥M writers or international readers, but one entry per household, please.

This is a really handsome 2-CD collection (18 tracks), in a cardstock fold-out sleeve, it retails for about $9.99 (sold as digital downloads only). Read Ceji's review or read their press release for full track listing and other details.

Contest is courtesy of Scion, visit their A/V section on the web at scion.com/sav. I will add that a lot of musicians I know would love to a Scion mini-vans because of the sporty nature of the car, and it's big enough (but not too big) to haul around music instruments with enough room to carry a few passengers (ie your bandmates).

Sorry, I don't have any Scion cars to give away :)

Speaking of Scion, it looks like the opening reception to the pop art exhibit is opening up tonight in Los Angeles. It continues onto March 1st, details below:

Scion presents:
'LOVE WILL BRING US APART AGAIN'
Curated by Apart

February 16 - March 1 2008

 

Scion and Apart Productions bring you the international pop art shootout of the year... ....watch the pistols and a family of punk teddies take on a latex covered bath and a fluorescent caravan.

Opening Reception
Saturday, February 16th 7-10pm

 

Featuring artists:
Tim Blake (UK) , Conrad Leach (UK), Luis Perez (SPAIN), Gustavo Gagliardo (ARGENTINA), Sean Alexander (UK), Pakpoom Silaphan (THAILAND), Craig LSXSWynn (UK), James Holdsworth (UK), Peter Gravelle (UK), Tony Pronier (FRANCE), Cat James (UK), Ryan Hadley (UK), Nick McFarlane (NEW ZEALAND), Ben Allen (UK), Emelie Salford (SWEDEN), Dominic Allan (UK), John Parkin (UK), Super Violence (JAPAN), Brian Jones (UK), Janna Stern (USA), David Hollier (UK), Mr Wim (BELGIUM), Sunil Pawar (UK), James Mathers (USA), John Counsell (UK), Antoine Corbineau (FRANCE), Robalot (UK)

DJ / Open Bar / Free Valet Parking

SCION Installation L.A.
3521 Helms Ave. (at National) Culver City, CA 90232
Gallery Phone: 310.815.8840 www.scion.com/space
Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 11am-6pm and by appointment

Underagers, "Open Bar" means free liquor - although it's only polite to tip.

 

 

Jamie Leonhart - Take Your Time

Jamie Leonhart

Speaking of bars... Jamie Leonhart (along with Michael Leonhart) is doing a free show at Rockwood Music Hall in New York on February 20th. However, I'm told by my roaming NY reporter that there is a one-drink minimum.

Rockwood Music Hall
196 Allen
New York, NY 10002
212 477-4155

If all works out, I believe Lara will be reviewing the show for us.

Hopefully when the weather here gets more... tolerable, I will be going out more often. I want to do more concert coverage, and no, I haven't bought that SLR camera yet. Perhaps when the government sends that tax relief check :)

In the meantime, you're going to have to deal with dodgy photographs and drawings.

In the last press release-related item I wanted to talk about is SXSW. When did this Austin-based music showcase get so popular ?!? I've only started hearing about it a few years ago, but now it's in the mainstream (especially with tech-related reporters!)

Almost every artists that's currently promoting their music is going to be at SXSW somehow. Here are two announcements about SXSW (expect more as SXSW gets closer):

 

• Press Here's Artists at SXSW
  Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:32:11 CST
• Epitaph and Hellcat Records Announce SXSW 2008 Lineup
  Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:24:04 CST

 02/16/2008 10:49:02  vu my♥posts www.weheartmusic.com