I even put together a wee promo mix for this night, it's called Proppa Minimix, and you can get it here.
Ill-Esha
IGU, Breakbeat Science, BluSaphir, 6 Boro Clothing
http://www.ill-esha.com
For the last decade, Ill-esha has been an integral part of the North American electronic scene. Beginning as a vocalist, she soon added MCing and DJing to her repertoire, creating a dynamic and unique live show which has headlined alongside artists such as Andy C, Klute, Dieselboy, and LTJ Bukem. Ill-esha has performed in over 42 cities across North America and Europe, DJed on major television networks, and released top-selling vinyls on labels like Breakbeat Science, Outsider & Whisper Audio. Currently she represents drum & bass weekly on Bassdrive.com and glitch hop and dubstep sounds with the Integrated Grime Unit.
Dewey dB
Integrated Grime Unit, Dubslingers
http://www.dubstep.ca
Dewey dB is on the forefront of new music and technology. Inspired initially by the early hip hop/turntablism scene, Dewey found IDM while pursuing his electrical engineering degree and continues to be inspired by bass-heavy, glitchy sounds. He is one of the original founders of Toronto’s Dubslingers crew, a prolific force in Canadian dubstep for the last 4 years. Internationally, he has tirelessly promoted new music, running four popular websites (dubstep.ca, downtempo.ca, glitchhopforum.com, and dubstepradio.com). Currently located in Vancouver, Dewey has infiltrated the Integrated Grime Unit with his skills for building robots and ripping 8-bit samples. He is currently corrupting the West Coast with dubstep & glitch-hop in the studio & on the stage.
Socool
Shadow Jugglers, Undercover Dub
http://www.djsocool.com
Emily Sobool aka DJ Socool is a music producer and DJ based in Vancouver, BC. Her compositions and DJ sets fuse elements of dubstep, jungle, downtempo, reggaeton and dancehall into a fresh, unique sound. Her production has been compared to early music released on the iconic label, Ninja Tune, and her mix-tapes regularly receive praise from listeners worldwide. Socool is a host, DJ, and programmer for Shadow Jugglers, a Saturday night radio show on CiTR 101.9FM (7-9, pst). The SJ Crew and their special guests like to mix it up live on air, showcasing the best of the underground.
Tedder
WhiteBirdLifestyle, Liquidfunk.ca
http://www.liquidfunk.ca
Dubby basslines, jazzy riffs and pure soul are just a few of the influences that have shaped the style of DJ Tedder. Musical since his childhood in South Africa, Tedder began DJing in 2002 and has been in the foreground of liquid funk on Vancouver Island ever since. His soulful, dub selections and smooth mixing have moved dancefloors throughout BC and he has played alongside the likes of Calibre, LTJ Bukem, London Elektricity, T Power, Benny Page, Marcus Visionary & Mutt to name a few. Tedder is a Friday night resident at the Whitebird Lounge as well as a staple on the Liquid Soul stage at Soundwave Festival.
Huge thanks to Pacific Dubstep for inviting me out. Check their blog for more upcoming shows (including Appleblim!), plus nuff fine dubs and mixtapes...
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