From the Toronto area, DJ and producer Melanie Sutherland has also been steadily growing her sound over the past few years. She recently launched a new website to match her increasing popularity, http://www.melaniesutherland.com. She has come a long way since she tracked me [more]
Ladies so there you are getting ready. Getting ready for what you might think? Well, good question. What if you are a groover and you'll likely go from daytime office job, to a sun soaked happy hour; maybe you are a mom who is going running errands to keep your family on [more]
Some people know him as dad, husband, or cousin. Others know him as a DJ, song writer and producer, or even major WMC party creator. Still others may know him as a gifted painter who has his works hanging in Thurgood-Marshall Baltimore Washington International Airport. This [more]
What, what?! We are incredibly excited to announce that I, with guest performance by Trisha Benton of Alternate Seduction will be filling your ears on the Smalltimore stage at SoWeBo. That means there will be continuous music on the Smalltimore stage during the [more]
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And so, some mad cooking has been going on.
Some mad cookin' has been going on in Da Bassment
This particular piece is carved out of some additional ingredients including a bassline, keys, rhythm and synths by me. The idea is to have something light and spring or summer like with a little bit of bounce…
Feel free to leave me feedback.
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Of course I am performing live this week for Lust4Life at Dionysus.
We celebrate our time at Gazuza Lounge and the branching out of some of our own.
Yep, the ScandalDC crew has been at it for quite a while, since 2008 to be exact. A feat that is not easy in such a fast pace, always changing environment such as electronic dance music. In fact, this anniversary is coming on the heals of changes to the current makeup of ScandalDC.
Two members of ScandalDC, Kochi and Sean, have decided to strike out on their own and focus on their partnership project called Ink House. Sean, a.k.a. DJ iLLogic said, “We are incredibly grateful for the opportunities that Scandal has allowed us and have enjoyed DJing with you guys.” I agree with ScandalDC founder, Mike a.k.a. DJ FugAmI in his response, “While it saddens me to see you guys go, I truly understand your decision and will continue to be a fan and supporter of iNK House.” We are family and we have enjoyed some tremendous events together as ScandalDC over the years.
ScandalDC will continue as just a two person crew for a short while. And many of you already know that I am focusing on new music production than ever before. Any fears of us leaving the scene should be put aside immediately.
Hence, we are inviting all of ScandalDC and Ink House fans to come out, to wish Ink House well, and to thank Gazuza for allowing ScandalDC to host so many successful parties in what is still one of the best lounges in the area. Saturday April 7th is a celebration of new beginnings!
UPDATED: An unforeseen issue an arisen and Ken will not be performing tonight. The entire ScandalDC crew will still be laying down some hot beats for the DMV
He’s back! (Sort of.) Ken Christensen, or Ken ECB as in East Coast Boogiemen, is back in DC.
After spending several years literally bumpin’ around the country and the globe, I run into him at a friends birthday party that featured the legendary Stephanie Cooke’s first show eva (ever) in DC. He apparently spent some time with Chicago as his home base. Home, sweet, home, DC again.
Foundation 12 featuring Ken ECB Christensen
Oftentimes called an ‘underground pop artist’, Ken has rocked more than just clubs. He has moved people in a variety of venues and places, nightlife to galleries. His production work can be found on such international heavy-weights like Ministry of Sound (UK), Om (SF), Robsoul (FR), and Alphabet Music (Chicago). And he doesn’t just do House. His Downtempo sets are just as legendary.
Is ECB back? How about you ask him yourself. We are fortunate to have Ken join myself and the entire ScandalDC crew for Foundation 12, March 3rd.
What’s your favorite ECB, Ken, or Juan Zapata track or mix?
A couple of weeks ago, my crew ScandalDC started a new hype dance party in the heart of DC. It was a decent start, but we are already ratcheting up the selector-pressure.
Super-duper music selector and producer
We have the pleasure to have with us as our super-duper guest DJ and producer, Prab K. Prab has been making his mark on the DMV and across the planet. If you don’t believe me, just check out this re-edit/remix.
Thanks. I rest my case. And since you already have an idea what the rest of the ScandalDC crew can do, it is a foregone conclusion your ass will be on the dance Friday night. I’ll be bringing the early heat to warm things up, 10PM…
See you on the dance floor.
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Stylo’s performing again in Miami Beach as a part of the WMC 2012 festival. Get your tickets!
Stylo joins an outstanding line-up
Vote for yours truly
I think the title says it all. That being said, I’m asking for your vote in the Washington City Paper Readers Poll.
In the the Arts and Entertainment area, Best DJ, please enter me “DJ Stylo (ScandalDC)“, enter the other places and categories that you wish to add, then submit your choices. That’s it!
Vote me the Best DJ in DC
Why do I think you should vote for me? Simple. Because I play smokin’ House music that you love to dance to… :)
Thanks in advance, for your support.
Rumor has it that Riot Now was out of the ‘game.’ I could not substantiate the rumor. Yet, it still came a surprise to me that Riot Now was willing to come out again to play some records for my turn at the ScandalDC Thursdays at Gazuza. Our last foray behind the decks together was nothing but fun.
He and I get to throw down again for ScandalDC Thursday at Gazuza
Similar to last time, Riot Now is prepare a delightful set of sound by way of an all vinyl set. The only one who will be using electronics is me. However, not to be undone, I do plan to bring out some classics in my vinyl collection. This is not a pissing match though–more, it is to prepare for another likely lively tag-team DJ set as we also did the last time we were able to play at the same place.
Here is mix from Riot Now and I from last summer: The Boogie
Tell me… who are some of your surprise combined DJ sets that you have had the pleasure of hearing, or in the case of you other DJs that you have performed with?
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mGrooves and Stylo are honored to be back at this event in March.
ScandalDC's new hot party at Eden (DC)
Have you heard? My crew, ScandalDC, is starting a new night at Eden. Located in the heart of downtown at 1716 I street NW, Washington DC, the multi-level Eden has a had a reputation to be one of the top places in the city to get your boogie on. ScandalDC will kick off with the guest appearance of DJ MD (Zach Horne). This maestro of music has a deep history of hosting some great parties with the George Washington University (GW) crowds and beyond.
Lust4Life at Dionysus Feb 3
In Baltimore, our Lust4Life party is on the 1st Friday of the month, Feb 3rd. We are heating up to keep you warm this winter with some of the best beat masters you have yet to lay ears on. Seriously, if you want to be on the cool end of the future, you are not going to want to miss L4L.
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Where to catch Stylo?
Feb 3rd – Lust4Life @Dionysus, Baltimore
Feb 4th – Foundation @Gazuza feat. Josh Vidal, DC
Feb 10th – The Groove @Eden, DC
Mar 20th – Future Classics (poolside) @National Hotel, Miami Beach, FL
It’s our first Lust4Life of the 2012 year and we are kickin’ it off with some down-home b-more flavor. Craig Nasteef has been a maestro for some time. He is throwing down with B-Side and I this Friday and he is bringing an all-vinyl set.
Yep, all vinyl!!!
In the mean time, above is an sample of some Acid and Minimal House from him.
An all vinyl DJ set...
I’ll be slipping in a few new original sexy-cool pieces that I have co-produced with Toronto based DJ and producer, Melanie Sutherland. B-Side also will be laying down some beats, Elly D Funk helps me host, and Ange has the perfect pour.
So, don your dancing shoes. Bring your girl friends and your guy friends. We are gonna have a House Party, L4L style….
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Added for future L4L line-ups:
March – Mark Castley (Blue Gritt Records)
April – DJ Kochi (ScandalDC, iNK House)
With her, just about Anniething Goes...
Here I go with another double in DC. Thursday it is my turn up with ScandalDC’s Thursday at Gazuza, our weekly series. I have some sleepers that I’ll be playing for you. So start your weekend with me.
And make sure you return on Saturday night for Foundation 9. This time, our monthly features DJ vANNIEty Kills. Annie is a master of beats, spanning sets from House to Drum and Bass. She has shared the stage with legends such as LTJ Bukem at U Street Music Hall and played to the auditory delights of Donovan House roof top affairs.
As her bio points out, “As part of a burgeoning class of top gay and lesbian DJs in the capital city who attract praise from all social avenues, vANNIEty Kills is helping bridge gaps, open doors, and unify the city in the gospel of Parliament and Funkadelic, “One Nation Under a Groove.”"
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Saturday, December 3. Doors 9PM. 21+ w/ID. No cover, but tables go fast–suggest calling 202.667.5500 or email matias [at] gazuzalounge [dot] com for table reservations.
This is going to be one cool ride...
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Thursday, December 1. ScandalDC’s Thursday at Gazuza Lounge–House, Sushi, and Hookah.
Because ScandalDC founder is tied up with his day job, you all get to have a double dose of me in Novemeber, my birthday month.
The second of that double happens this week at Gazuza Lounge.
Gazuza Lounge
HURSDAY:: Scandal at Gazuza :: Deep and Funky House, Hookah, and Sushi
1629 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009
Music starts about 9PM
For table reservations email Matias [at] Gazuzalounge [dot] com
Get yours today!