About Me
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Music Selections:
::All things Jazz Music::W orld :
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WHEN SEDUCTION MEETS SOUND:
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M usician :
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L abel Owner :
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At the core of everything DJ Seduce does is a restless drive to be inventive & creative. Whether behind the decks, in the studio, putting together a variety of events, or running his “Afro:Baile†Record Label, & Artist Management / Event Company “Diverse-Fi Musicâ€, Seduce is always on a mission to capture audiences in a way that sets himself apart from most in the music & entertainment industry.
Breaking on the scene in 2001, it has been a long time coming for Seduce aka Miguel Ivery to staple him-self in the music scene, and make a presence for what he believes in. Music, Life, Culture and Art, are all an expression of his creativeness and soul that he lives and express’s in everything he does. He has helped open doors and establish music artists, visual artists, and events that have given a wide range of opportunity to those who need a start or a direction to go on. His music has helped guide him to his own style and sound, and has allowed him to be featured in several Publications, T.V, & Festivals. As a DJ he’s also opened doors that have allowed him to be ranked amongst some of the best in the local DJ market, and as an overall musician.
"DJ Seduce is the Guru of Soul & Broken Beats!"
Jesse Nelson - College Times
In 2006, DJ Seduce, his events, and his music made a huge impact, landing him 2 nominations for “Best Jazz†by the Phoenix Newtimes, and “Best DJ†by The Arizona Republic. His company’s (diverse-fi music) events were awarded Best of Phoenix (2006), as well as a feature on channel 3 Good Morning Arizona (2007). His events have also landed a feature in Spin Magazine & Liberator Magazine, both internationally known publications.
"Sure to convert anyone to an International Groove Junkie"
Kevin Lambert - Nightlife Magazine
In 2007, his first CD (music recording) “FOREIGN AFFAIR†volume 1 (released in part with Diverse-Fi Music) is a musical journey through South America, the Caribbean islands and beyond. The music showcases remix’s, re-works, and re-edits of some his favorite songs from Brazil, Cuba, Puerto Rico and Africa. The CD received rave reviews by several publications, and hosted a capacity packed CD release party.
“Arguably One of the Best Albums of 2007â€
Steve Jansen - Phoenix Newtimes2008 marks another chapter in the ever-evolving world of DJ seduce. With the launch of his Afro:Baile Records Label, named after his award winning event (Afro:Baile), World Music World People. Afro:Baile is an event, and central hub to international bands and DJs alike, catering to the sounds of world beat. With legendary guests, touring bands, and local globe-trotting sounds, Afro:Baile Records is set to release its first official CD - titled – The Southern Root.
"Masterful mash-up of Afrobeats, Brazilian Jazz & Latin funk!. A Mesmerizing musical menagerie!"
Niki D'Andrea - Phoenix Newtimes
DJ Seduce is arguably one of the best there is in the local music market and is well respected amongst his peers worldwide. From events, live shows, DJing or creating cultural awareness, he is always putting forth the best in music and entertainment he knows how.
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Has shared the Stage With:
B-Side Players, General Smiley (michigan & smiley), Delta Nove, Pitbull, Sy Smith (brand new heavies), Daz-I-Kue (bugz in the attic), DJ Jeremy Sole Musaics (KCRW), DJ Miss Lisa, DJ Lady Tribe, DJ Bobby B (kottonmouth kings), DJ Phill, DJ Johnny Ocean, DJ Lorin aka Bassnectar, Sandbloom, Big Organ Trio, Edison Gem, Man or War, CoCo Montoya, Jugoe & DRM (bastard jazz), DJ Aztech Soul (Kajmere sound), DJ Cinful (playboy mansion), Nosotros, Modern Groove Assembly, MC Souleye & BLVD, Cedric Cebalos
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Credits include:
*Bribery Ball / AZ Weekly Magazine Event
*Sony Entertainment / "Destination Play Station" 2008
*Sony Entertainment / "Destination Play Station" 2007
*Hot Import Nights / Hot Import Days 2005
*OM Records Listening Partys (various)
*Liberator Magazine Events (various)
*RE:UP Magazine 007 & 009 Event
*Contact Magazine Launch Event
*AGA Couture Fashion Show
*Phunk n Fusion Fashion Show
*Liquid Clothing Fashion Show
*Tower Records Grand Opening
*New Berlin Art Opening (Phoenix Art Museum)
*Oxfam America / Make Trade Fair Event
Awards/Nominations/Features:
Featured: Cul. Snd. Sys / Afro:Baile Event
by: Good Morning Arizona *Channel 3TV (2008)
Nominated Best DJ - DJ Seduce
by: Arizona Republic 2008
Nominated Best DJ - DJ Seduce
by: Arizona Republic 2007
Nominated Best Jazz - DJ Seduce
by: Phoenix Newtimes 2007
Featured: DJ Seduce/PAINT Show
by: Good Morning Arizona *Channel 3TV (2007)
Winner - Afro:Baile - World Music
by: Best of Phoenix Newtimes 2006
Featured: DJ Seduce / Diverse-Fi Music
by: 1st AZ Hot Import Nights Event 2005
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