I started my "DJ career" in radio back in the late eighties, and have always wanted to somehow get back into it since. Thus, I'm working with 8DPromo and have started a monthly Internet radio program titled 8DPromoRadio. This is a two hour show hosted and mixed by yours truly focusing on new and upcoming releases in the world of deep house, touching on its downtempo, disco, and techno fringes.

So far I'm doing it with these three stations, airing at these times:
Discotheque Radio - every second Tuesday at 9:00 PM EST, and repeating each Tuesday
Play.FM - every second Tuesday at noon EST, and streaming from the site on demand afterwards
ENation.FM - every second Sunday at 9 PM EST (that's tonight if you're reading this the day I've posted it)
Click on the radio station names above to go to their web pages.

We're hoping to syndicate this to more radio stations. If you run or program a radio station (Internet or terrestrial) and would be interested in airing 8DPromoRadio then contact me by clicking HERE.

You can also listen to archives of the radio show (and download the whole program, if you'd like) at the 8DPromoRadio Soundcloud page. And, if you'd like to hear the show's mixes without hearing my voice giving the track run-downs then listen to them at the Q-Burns Abstract Message Mixcloud Page. There will be show track lists available at the Soundcloud and Mixcloud pages above.

I hope you can tune in to listen ... it's a fun program with a lot of great new music for you to check out.


Speaking of 8DPromo, this is a company I'm working with that does publicity and promotions for a number of house labels including Transport, Super Hi-Fi, Statra Recordings, Onethirty, Chillin, Tarantic, EIGHT-TRACKS, and many more. The company provides an inexpensive way for labels to get their releases to worldwide radio programs, magazine & Internet music reviewers, and big name DJs who will support the music. This stuff is essential in this age where labels otherwise will get lost in the sea of being 'just another digital label'. If you have a label or are promoting a release then maybe we can help you. For more about this check out 8DPromo here: http://www.8DPromo.com

As indicated by the light on Ultraman's chest blinking at exactly 124 BPMs, it's again time for the Super Surprise Sound System! at Bikkuri Lounge. Join Q-Burns Abstract Message, Atnarko, and super surprise DJ Sleazy McQueen as they topple Tokyo with giant-sized house music beats.

If you haven't been to Bikkuri Lounge then this is your chance to check it out. Super nice sound system, warm vibes, and the craziest club lights in Orlando. Check out the pics: http://www.bikkurisushi.com/bkloungephoto.html
And there's a great sushi restaurant connected to the 'lounge' so be sure to join us early for some fishy rolls before the music starts.

It's $5, 21 and up. Bikkuri Lounge also now has a full liquor bar so drink up.

We'll see you there!

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It's the brand new release on the EIGHT-TRACKS label that I share with Atnarko. Check it out and let me know what you think:


Artist: Candy Dealers
TItle: Street Delight
Remixers: Johnny Fiasco, Harold Heath, Vernon & DaCosta Label: EIGHT-TRACKS
Catalog Number: 8TR007



Tracklist:
1. Street Delight
2. Street Delight (Johnny Fiasco's 18th Street Mix)
3. Street Delight (Harold Heath Re-Rub)
4. Street Delight (Vernon & DaCosta Remix)

Candy Dealers - Street Delight (8TR007) by EIGHT-TRACKS

The buoyant "Street Delight" could take place on Córdoba Street, running through the heart of Rosario, Argentina, home to EIGHT-TRACKS' latest signing, Candy Dealers. Founded by Jay West and Christian Malloni, two producers individually well-known for their rough and dancefloor ready house music tracks, Candy Dealers formed their collaborative effort from friendship in their shared city. "Street Delight" utilizes many house music styles, from a distorted, heavy bassline to lush chords and chimes, and embellished with seductive vocal drops. Featuring a bit more depth than the usual house cut, a curious and melancholy vibe floats over the effective and palpitating rhythm. It's a stunning effort.

Just as Córdoba Street has many sights to see, "Street Delight" features three top notch remixers displaying their own unique must-hear versions of the track. Johnny Fiasco, with dozens and dozens of classic releases under his belt, graces EIGHT-TRACKS with a tight and pulsating treatment. Its insistent drum machine bits and 303-style bassline would be enough for most remixers but Fiasco further flavors his offering with melodic keyboards and a masterful build. This is a decidedly gorgeous house music statement.

England's Harold Heath, having produced recent successes for Urban Torque, Plastic City, and Elevation, delivers a remix that deceptively begins deep but swiftly shows demonic dancefloor potential. Heath's percussive flourishes are aggressively contemporary but his chords and bass interplay hark back to clubbing's earlier times. The old schoolers as well as the new jocks are sure to embrace what Heath has done here.

Lastly, Vernon & DaCosta, the Belgian duo who have released tunes through Amenti, Moodclub, and Aroma, strip down "Street Delight" to rhythm and vocal hits for an infectiously funky DJ tool. It's akin to James Brown's rhythm section having at Ableton Live ... it's nothing but pure, delicious computer groove.

Jay and Christian of Candy Dealers continue to be on the move, working together on a slew of remixes and new tunes. They've been racking up A-list DJ fans such as Laurent Garnier and Djuma Soundsystem. Now with "Street Delight" Candy Dealers cruise further down the road to house music notoriety. EIGHT-TRACKS is proud to issue this track and its remixes, now available at your favorite digital outlet.

Mark Farina (Om Records) – “I’ve been playing the Vernon &DaCosta mix all over the place! I like the other mixes, too.”

Roy Davis Jr. (nice+smooth) – “I like the original and the Vernon & Decosta mix. These will get play from me for sure!!”

Stacey Pullen (Blackflag, Detroit) – “Vernon & DaCosta’s mix is da bomb.”

Kenny Hawkes (REKIDS, UK) – “I’m really into the Harold Heath Re-Rub. This will be sitting in the CD case for a long time.”

Cooccer (Clear Recordings, Germany) – “A soulful and groovy EP … great work! I will play the original version.”

Jay-J (Shifted Music, NYC) – “I like the deep vibe of Johnny Fiasco’s mix and I’m gonna play the Vernon & DaCosta mix as well.”

Nick Holder (DNH Records) – “Fantastic release! The Vernon & DaCosta remix is deadly!”

Tyler Stadius (Proton Radio) - “Sweet tunes. An outstanding remix from Harold Heath here. It’s a catchy mutha!”

Andy Riley (Toka Project/Inland Knights) – “I’m loving Johnny Fiasco's mix. The original is nice, too. Full support.”

Sleazy McQueen (Bear Funk) – “Love, love, love the original! Johnny Fiasco gives it a run for the money, too.”

Jevne (Onethirty Recordings) – “WOW! Great release … it’s hard for me to choose here! I will definitely play all mixes!”

Al Bradley (Bugged Out, UK) – “The original of this is amazing! It’s kind of Mr Oizo 'Flat Beat' meets Naked Music … it shouldn't work but it does so well! One of the best things I've heard in some time, fantastic! Superb grooves.”

Jon Delerious (Nordic Trax) – “Pure heat for the dancefloor! I love the whole EP - SOLID!”

Andrew Phelan (Prismatic Tracks) – “Great EP. All three remixes are hitting it with the Vernon & DaCosta mix edging it by a bit for me.”

Rick Preston (Beaters & Bowls) – “Man, every mix here is golden!”

Candy Dealers's Street Delight is now available from these digital download stores: Beatport / Stompy / Traxsource / Juno Download / Primal / Wasabeat / Xpressbeats

Promotions and publicity by http://www.8DPromo.com

A DJ mix originally put together for the Manchester, UK based music blog Cosmic Disco: www.cosmicdisco.co.uk

In between days of constant super-villain scheming and nights alternately spent fighting crime I was able, in the twilight time, to record this DJ mix suitable for chunky solar system travels.
Conspicuously titled “The Magic Hour Mix”, referencing the photographer’s favorite time for warm light and long shadows, it might also be a splendid time for making a DJ mix, or listening to one … and here it is. Shadows replaced by tape delay echoes and hue substituted with sudden shots of reverb. Songs I dig found within. My mix, your hour. Enjoy.

Magic Hour Dj Mix - October 1, 2009 by Q-Burns Abstract Message on Mixcloud

Here's a DJ mix recorded for, and given away at, our ¡Club Queso! party last April. The idea here was to record a mix that started in the deep, techy house realm and then moved into the funky stuff. I hope you dig it!

Here's DJ mix from a little over a year ago, but still one of my favorites as far as more dancefloor-targeted mixes go. It a galloping cascade of top tunes as assembled in the midst of the Florida sunshine, Summertime 2008. Basically tasty. Enjoy.

Summer Inferno 2008 Dj Mix by Q-Burns Abstract Message on Mixcloud

Oh yes ... I am indeed looking for DJ bookings in your city/country/planet/dimension. If you like what you hear above and might be interested then contact me HERE.

It's the Super Surprise Sound System!

A club night where Goldar and Silvar can put aside their differences with Rodak and groove to a bit of funky deep house music in the colorful environs of Bikkuri Lounge. Where Ultraman and Mothra can be mesmerized by the wild light display while getting inebriated at the full liquor bar. And where Q-Burns Abstract Message and Atnarko can be found playing fantastic tunes and coercing feet to frenzied movements.

This is taking place at a wonderful place called Bikkuri Lounge, located right outside downtown Orlando near the intersection of Colonial and Bumby. Click HERE for a map or directions. Check them out here: http://www.bikkurisushi.com/ ... and yummy sushi is available if you get there in time for dinner.

This takes place this Friday, October 2 / 10 PM - 3 AM / $5 cover / 21 and up / Located at 1915 E. Colonial Avenue, 32803 / (407) 894-4494

We'll see you there!

Well, now this looks to be a ton of fun ... it's a multi-cultural, multi-media party being thrown in a historic venue located in the heart of Orlando. Atnarko, Sleazy McQueen, and I, Mr. Q-Burns Abstract Message will be starting some DJ shenanigans around 9 PM but there is plenty to behold prior to that. This event looks to be one-of-a-kind. Check it:



Friday, September 25 @ 6:00 p.m.
$10 at door ($8 with Mills 50 card)
 
The Cameo is proud to announce the “The Vibe” to take place Friday, September 25, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the heart of the Mills 50 District, at the Historic Cameo.

Nourish your soul with art, music, food and holistic services: LIVE local bands, eclectic art, fresh pastas, sandwiches, vegetarian fare, henna tattoos, massage, DJs spinning and more. Come focus your artistic eye, align your chakras and indulge all your senses with an intoxicating evening of unique live music, local artists, performing arts and holistic services unlike anywhere else in Orlando. "The Vibe" is not to be missed, so come out and get your “Vibe” on!
 
PLACE:
1013 E. Colonial Dr. (in the Mills 50 District, near Downtown Orlando)
 
TIME:
Starts @ 6:00 p.m. ... goes till the music stops
 
ADMISSION:
$10 at the door (night of only)
$8 with your Mills 50 card
ALL AGES
 
Cash Bar (beer & wine)

We'll see you there!

This Friday night (September 11) I, Mr. Q-Burns Abstract Message, will be playing up at Sky60 on their brand new and seriously improved sound system, which is exciting on its own. But, for added excitement, I'll be joined by one of Brazil's finest DJs: Marcelo Medeiros. Marcelo is visiting all the way from Curitiba, Brazil and is known there for his impeccable deep house sound. DJ'ing on multiple Brazilian radio programs as well as in clubs all over the country, his sound is a sultry mix of vocal house, funky rhythms, and a touch of South American influence.

You can listen to a few DJ mixes by Marcelo Medeiros at these links:
Deep Of The Deep (Organic Session) - February 2009
Sunset at Santillana - Julyc2008
Winter Deep Melodies - May 2008

Marcelo also runs the Discotheque Recordings label which aims to bring Brazilian born house music to a worldwide audience. Good stuff.

This all happens this Friday night, September 11 at Sky60 located in downtown Orlando at 60 N. Orange Avenue. Click HERE for a map. There's no cover. it's 21 and up, and we'll start the music around 10 PM. Oh, and if you didn't know, this club is on a rooftop and we'll be transmitting beats under the stars. If the weather is as nice as it was last night then it will be a magical evening.

We'll see you there!




Links:
Marcelo Medeiros Web Site
Marcelo Medeiros on MySpace
Discotheque Recordings
Discotheque Radio

This Saturday night (September 5) there's a super-cool party happening at The Peacock Room in Orlando. Local deep house label Chillin Music is having its 5 year anniversary party and to mark the occasion they're flying recent collaborator Pezzner in from Seattle. I'm not sure if you know about Pezzner, one half of eccentric house music duo Jacob London, but he's one of my favorite working producers. His recent efforts for labels like Om Records, Freerange, and Urban Torque are inspirational, making him one of the few that I'll always check when seeing his name attached to a track. Rest assured you will hear some fantastic, forward-thinking house music playing in his set this Saturday ... sounds that should please the brain as well as the feet. I'm psyched.

I'm also psyched that I, Mr. Q-Burns Abstract Message, will be playing my own crazy tunes beforehand. And Chillin Music boss Rob Slac will be on hand for his own opening DJ set. Sweet.

So, yes, this happens this Saturday night at The Peacock Room, located by the corner of Mills and Virginia. Click HERE for a map. The cover is $6, it's 21 and up, and there should be some music giveaways for the early birds. Don't miss.

By the way - if you feel like heading out on Friday night as well then The Peacock Room is your choice destination once again. DJ BMF will be heading up a Phat N' Jazzy 'The Early Years' party where you'll hear all the tunes played at the onset of the 15 year old Phat N' Jazzy party ... all those amazing 'acid jazz' and 'downtempo' tracks he used to rock at Barbarella in the early 90's. I'm quite excited about this as well.

So, I suppose I'll see you at The Peacock Room on both nights!

Here's my DJ set recorded last month at the "Black Pancakes" party at The Triple Crown in San Francisco. The party is named "Black Pancakes" as the DJs for the night are limited to just playing vinyl records. So, yes, this is a 100% vinyl set and, in honor of that, I span the years of my vinyl collection, including favorite tracks both new and old. I hope you like it!

Live at Black Pancakes @ The Triple Crown, San Francisco, CA - July 22 2009 by Q-Burns Abstract Message

Special thanks to DJ M3, Native Intelligence, and the whole crew at The Triple Crown ... if you find yourself in San Francisco then be sure to check out this venue ... it's rad.

On Friday, August 7: Dastardly Disco Debutantes & Brazenly Boisterous Boogie-Boys will unite for a thrilling evening of "getting down to the funky sound" as our heroes present the annual ¡Club Queso! extravaganza DISCO LIBRE!

Forged in collaboration with the fabulous Hoochie Productions DISCO LIBRE promises to be a night of obscure disco-influenced fun mixed with a bit of that luchador flavor you've grown to expect from a Queso party. Resident mischief-makers Q-Burns Abstract Message, Atnarko, and Sleazy McQueen will be on hand to provide the groovy tunes along with our very special guest Phat N' Jazzy's DJ BMF. Lola B will making everything look all disco-fabulous while Show Source Productions will be bringing in their boogie-sonic sound system. Let the good times roll.

This event takes place on Friday, August 7 at The Peacock Room, located at 1321 N. Mills Avenue in Orlando, right by the corner of Mills and Virginia. There's a $5 cover, it's 21 and up, and the first 50 people get awarded a copy of an exclusive ¡Club Queso! cheesy mix CD.

Disco dress, wrestling gear, or both (!) is encouraged. We'll see you at the Peacock Room for DISCO LIBRE!

Atlanta is just north of my Orlando home base but, oddly enough, I rarely get to DJ in the city. I think the last time I performed in Atlanta was a decade ago opening for The Chemical Brothers. Thus I am well pleased to let you know that tomorrow night I'll be hiking up to Atlanta and throwing down records at a fine club called Halo Lounge. The night looks to be a ton of fun, and it's being billed as a 'costume party' (though costumes are optional). We're also promised "drummers, dancers, performers." Dr. Katz and Mike Czech will be playing cool tunes before me and I can't wait to finally play these crazy eclectic funky monkey housey tunes in the ATL.

Halo Lounge is located at 817 West Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta GA 30308. Click HERE for a map or directions. It's 21 and up, $5.00 Admission with Costume; $10.00 Admission Without Costume. Check out www.myspace.com/allpurposeparty and halolounge.com for details.

I'll see you there!

I'm west coast bound, due to play my favorite San Francisco club The Triple Crown this Wednesday, July 22. The night is mysteriously titled Black Pancakes, which loses a bit of mystery when it's revealed that all of the night's DJs are limited to 100% vinyl-only DJ sets. If you know me then you know that I'm totally fine with that.

DJ M3 and Native Intelligence will be joining me in this 12" vision quest. The Triple Crown is located at 1760 Market Street and things start at 9 PM. it's 21 and up with an $8 cover, but a mere $5 if you show up before 10:30 PM.

Well, yeah ... this one's gonna be fun. We'll see you there!



Click HERE to RSVP via the Black Pancakes Facebook Event Page

This Friday marks the return of DJ Three to Orlando and The Peacock Room for an exhilarating night of underground house music. I, Mr. Q-Burns Abstract Message, will be joined by Edson Xavier to supply the opening beats. We'll be bringing in extra lights and sound to help make this the best night of tunes possible. We hope you can make it out!

That's this Friday, July 10< at The Peacock Room, located at 1321 N. Mills Avenue, right by the corner of Mills and Virginia. For a map click HERE. The cover is $6.00, it's 21 and up, and the tunes start at 10:00 PM. Be sure to arrive early as last time Three was in town we reached capacity.

We'll see you this Friday at The Peacock Room!



RSVP on our Facebook event page by clicking HERE.