Thank you Seattle!!! Blackout 6 was amazing. It was a rocky road to get there at best, but in the end an amazing night!!! 1st off we would like to apologies about the lack of lasers. We booked someone for this event months ago, all week we were unable to get hold of them to confirm everything was a go. At 7pm Friday he finally called us said he thought it was Saturday & there was no way they could do it. So the lasers we wanted were not going to happen. To future amplify that, Rake Fighters of America had a personal issue come up & was unable to come. So now we lost our visuals as well… So we are very sorry about this, but both situations were out of our hands. But then again its blackout so what ever, the show must go on. We are thrilled with the response at the party, the vibe was thick both rooms were packed all night, & even with it being the hottest day of the year so far, it wasn’t too bad. We rented 2 huge fans to help keep the air moving & I think it helped. Monkey & Myk & the decorations crew did a great job both rooms looked great.
On the music, we caught some flack from people saying this was a weak line up, & to many no namers. Well I think that everyone who came out last night found out that sometimes those people work the hardest to rock you. Everyone did great, in the main room, Omar b started it off with some great progressive, got the night started off smooth. Kzar kicked it in full gear, & it didn’t stop till the lights whet on. Bouncy & Chopstix got the main room jumping with their happy hard trance sound. I had a blast playing, I gave out a bunch of copies of my new double cd dj mix, look for a link on my myspace page & down load it if you didn’t get one. Thomas Bronzwaer followed & showed why he is a world class name back by 2 of the biggest brands in dance music VANDIT & ARMADA. Thomas rocked out 90 min of full on banging trance that got the room going nuts. Monkey followed & rocked out the psytrance taking it to the next level, when the boys from Reno Jetson & the Beast tore up the hard style & Gabber blowing the roof off. Preston Young & Soundwave closed out the night with some wicked banging tracks. In the other room, Confidence started off with some dop tech house, & minimal, followed by some banging electro from Banker Matt. Chris atom followed up with a 2nd dose of electro house madness. Then the young gun took it to the master, Myk vs Soulkid with some of the badest breaks possible. Then Seven took it to the next level of breaks madness getting the floor in to a frenzy. Then the SF house legend DRC gave Seattle a lesson in house music that could only have been followed by 2 of Seattle’s best in a 1st time ever battle, Flave vs wheelz. Truly insane, that is all that can be said about that. Then the team of Thizzanna Jones & Reality busted out some bad ass D&B ending the night with a bang.
Thanks to everyone at motor for doing such a great job. It’s wonderful to see the venue evolving, last year blackout 5 was the 1st party ever at Motor & the venue has grown a lot in that year. I also must commend them on the sound wall it’s significantly improved since the 1st time I played with it at Fantasy Island. I am sure with the addition of bathrooms (already ½ way there by the looks of it) & the new bar (also almost finished) motor will grow into its full potential.
Thanks to Candice Brittany Micah & Celia for helping with the door. Thanks to everyone who came out early & helped set up or stayed late & helped tear down. Thanks to the guys from TAP TAP for documenting the party in video & photo. Thanks to Morgan for the needles. Thanks to Jesse, Bouncy & Kzar for the equipment we used. Thanks to everyone who helped with Flyer distribution, & most of all the party kids of Seattle who made the night magic!
TIME SLOTS
Area 1
9:00 Omar B
9:30 Kzar
10:00 Bouncy vs Chopstix
11:00 MarQ
11:40 Thomas Bronzwaer
1:15 Monkey
2:00 Beatson
3:00 Soundwave vs Preston Young
Area 2
9:00 Confidence
9:30 Banker Matt
10:00 Chris Atom
10:30 Myk vs Soulkid
11:30 Seven
12:30 DRC
1:30 Wheelz vs Flave
2:30 Strongarm
3: Reality vs Thizzanna Jones
May 16 2008 the NW legacy continues when Phase 3 events presents:
BLACKOUT 6
1st EVER Seattle appearence!!
Thomas Bronzwaer
(NE) Vandit, Armada, United
Thomas Bronzwaer was born in Nijmegen (The Netherlands) on the 30th of September, 1984. He became interested in dance music around the age of 13: early inspirations were the soundtracks to the WipeOut series on the playstation, featuring artists like Paul van Dyk, Sasha, the Chemical Brothers, FSOL and the Prodigy. Around 2000 Tiesto, Push and others came into the picture. Thomas released his first record in 2003 - a collaboration with Greg Murray who took care of the technical aspect of producing while Thomas wrote the melodies. More collaborations followed such as the highly acclaimed Starburst and Profound made with Paul Moelands and released on Armada.
But it wasn't until 2005 that things really started rolling for the Dutchman. The release of his very first solo production, 'Close Horizon', caused something of a storm in tranceland as it was picked up by literally every big name in the scene and eventually licensed to Vandit and remixed by Paul van Dyk himself, a unique event by any stretch of the word. The follow-up single 'Shadow World' did even better, again picked up by all the relevant names and the two singles also sparked an interest in Thomas' capabilities as a DJ. On the side, Thomas released different-sounding projects such as more Arizona tracks and a more techy, cutting edge production on Spinnin' Records (Avalon - Circa).
In 2007, two more releases followed on Vandit: 'Constellation', which was supported all over the world by Paul van Dyk and many others, and made it into the national Dutch top 100; and 'Resound', which again received massive support and amazing reactions from fellow DJ's and fans.
The most important thing to Thomas is that he continues to improve his skills and release better music, and his motto will remain the same: 'this is just the beginning of the beginning'...
DRC
Blue Moon, Knob Records (San Fransisco)
San Francisco’s legendary pioneer DJ DRC continues to take the Electronic Music Industry by storm. She is far more than a DJ, but also a producer, lyricist, singer, performer, published poet and is also entering the world of Voice Overs and was recently nominated into San Francisco’s Test Press Committee; the electronic and dance music committee of the San Francisco Chapter of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences – (http://www.pyramind.com/tpsf/).
Thru DRC’s over16 years in the industry she has consistently performed alongside many of the worlds best DJ’s and has been compared to the likes of Donald Glaude. Her exceptional abilities behind the decks & high voltage performances have taken her all over the world. It’s no doubt DRC remains in great demand as she continues to set new standards in our Dance Music Culture. DRC captivates all audiences weither she is DJing, or more recently, performing/ singing LIVE under the name Ars Nova with long time studio partner Chris Demetras. Ars Nova has already performed in some of SF’s best clubs (Mighty, 111 Minna as well as Love Fest 2007) and they have been working hard on their Debut Album “Learning 2 Fly†due out late 2008. This album will feature a lot more of DRC’s vocals and song writing talents. Like that isn’t enough, recently DRC & DJ Denise have been collaborating & have a new hard hitting Tech/Electro track “SATISFY IT†coming out this spring on Direct Drive Digital (Chicago), and another track “Get off Ur…†on Denise’s label, Mizumo Music… with a third on the way. DRC also has a list of previous releases on such labels as Knob Records (NY), IMIX, Merge, Twin Soul, Undefined and her own label Destra Music to name a few. You can also find DRC’s original music featured in two music industry documentaries; “Vision of Vibe†with Carl Cox and “Intellect†featuring Paul Van Dyk and many others. It is hard to believe that such groundbreaking talent was spawned in a small town, in a state famous for it’s potatoes. Raised near the Nez Perce Native American Reservation in Idaho, performing in Arabian horse shows and acting and singing in many local theater productions exposed DRC to an ore of music and dance at a young age. DRC is one of America’s most inspiring and talented DJs. To experience the captivating energy she harnesses in her performances will forever change the way you hear and feel music. She is a true and natural talent and should not to be missed!
DRC's Myspace page
SeVen
Breaks Inc (Phoenix)
As a co-founder of Phoenix's newest breakbeat crew Breaks Inc., Seven is emerging from the shadows as one of Arizona's up and coming breakbeat DJ's. His bass oriented high energy track selection, and clean mixing skills will fill up any dancefloor when he throws a set down. In the past year alone, Seven has played with some of breakbeats biggest names including Wutam, Aquasky, and D-Lerium & Faze just to name a few. On this night Seven will represent Breaks Inc. and come prepared to do what he loves.....play music, and move dancefloors.
SeVen's Myspace page
Beatson
Corpral Punishment (Reno)
The hard hedz from Reno return after tearing blackout 5 up, Jetson & the Beast return for another dose of hard dance fun.
Jetson Myspace page
Thizzanna Jones
Radian/SPL/Corpral Punishment (Sacramento CA)
Bio To come
Thizzanna JOnes's Myspace page
Reality
Radian/SPL/Corpral Punishment (Reno NV)
Reality hit the scene in 1998 and instantly fell in love with all that electronic music had to offer. After 6 years of studying the different genres, he settled down and started as a DJ in 2003. Starting in Reno, NV he has made a name for him self in California and Arizona.
This jack of all trades can play anything from Electro House to Gabber but his passion lies in Drum N Bass. His eclectic taste in music bleeds over into his mixes with hard hitting, uplifting Drum N Bass and bangin' electro house. When he plays his flawless mixes, smooth cuts and savage scatching sends the crowd into a frenzy.
Reality's Myspace page
Monkey
Phase 3 EventsF8, Lovetribe (Seattle)
DJ Monkey is a house hold name in Seattle.As the main man behind F8 Seattle, Monkey is responcible for the popular Whiteout & Blackout Series of events. As the top Hard Trance dj, Monkey beats the floors mercilessly with the pounding 4x4. Now getting into production & working with Seattle’s top dawg MarQ their 2nd collaboration “Redirected†is a crowd favorite!
Monkey's Myspace page
MarQ
Phase 3 Events, Backlash muzik, Televisonary,Fiberline Audio, Audiopilots. (Seattle)
In the last 5 Years MarQ has become the most credited Trance DJ in Seattle. A regular at top clubs opening for the biggest names in the world, like Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Marco V, Darude, Cosmic Gate and many others. MarQ has a reputation for high energy performances that engage the crowd like no other. With top notch trance selection & rock solid mixing, MarQ is always a favorite when ever he plays.
MarQ's Myspace page MarQ's web page
Dj Strongarm
Phase 3 Events, Children Of The Beat Productions
DJ StrongArm’s seductively moving combination of electro, progressive house and breaks gets your heart pumpin and body grooving on the dance floor. Born & raised in a musical family he started his music career as a drummer, and the age of 16 bought his first pair of decks. His diverse talents and style stem from many years of mixing, experimenting and perfecting all variable categories of electronic music. StrongArm boldly defines his distinctive style in the Seattle and Vegas scene with his sexy electro beats.
Some of his musical influences include the following: Deadmau 5, Simply Jeff, DJ Dan, Donald Glaude, Elite Force, Nick Terronova, Austin Leeds, Deep Dish, Erick Morillo, Faarsheed, Siberian Son, Shiloh, Luke Chable, Steve Porter and many more.
After many years of spinning he advances his talents into production where he can portray his musical passions. Bringing you heart pounding beats and precise mixing, DJ StrongArm’s dirty, grinding electro beats will leave you wanting more.
Strongarm's Myspace page
Myk
Phase 3 Events, 1 World,
A fresh new face on the Settle dj scene Myk and with a stellar debut at Blackout 5 earned his place among the P3E crew. His mix of funky & electro breaks is high energy & always gets the floor moving. Expect much from this hot young dj in the future. .
Myk's Myspace page
1st time ever!!!!
Dj Wheelz
Smokeshack, Marble
Seattle’s NRG BADBOY! This guy has been a staple in the Seattle scene since 1998. Wheelz has had a great impact in bringing the pounding sounds of NRG, Hard Techno, and Hardstyle to the emerald city. Since the early Abducted days, Wheelz has had a style unmatched. Always known for his precision mixing and crazy skills with the pioneer 600, Wheelz knows when and where to drop that right track that makes the crowd lose their mind. Crowds also know him as the dj that never plays the same set twice. Always keeping it new and fresh, Wheelz has been known to drop the Funky House sets, the Dirty Electro and even the ultra rare drum and bass sets. Opening for some of the biggest names in the business over the years, his sets are not to be missed….you’ve been warned!
Flave
Housewreckin, LSC
His foot? His elbows? His mouth? Maybe you prefer watching him scratch behind his back? Not good enough for you? Well see if you can swallow him coming up and playing a live free styled performance of him playing saxophone over some chunky house beats! But theres something else .If his alter ego Tha Funkist takes control of his body hold on to your loved ones, because all hell is about to break lose! A 70s Disco super hero appears with a white afro that can touch the ceiling. Hands down this isnt just a DJ Flave ( AKA Tha Funkist) is a performer in all ways. Enjoy your show. Name someone you have seen or want to see perform and chances are Flave has opened up, played along side, or closed for them. You also have seen his name on the bill with such artists as DJ Z-Trip, Dj Swamp, Dilated Peoples, and Jurassic5. He was one of the few djs hand picked to play the Planet Of The Drums Tour when it comes to Seattle. Paul Graham (DJ Flave AKA The Funkist) Has opened up for industry heavyweights such as The Crystal Method, Rabbit In The Moon, Carl Cox, Paul Van Dyk, Donald Glaude, Armin Van Burren, Christopher Lawrence, DJ Dan, Sandra Collins, Miss Lisa, Charles Feelgood, Frankie Bones, Roger Sanchez, Bad Boy Bill, and more and more.
Dj Soulkid
Next Level, Bazsic Elemetnz,
DJ SoulKid got his first gigs in the late 80's during the first wave of the techno-rave invasion in clubs and underground warehouse parties in the Southeast. Being from Florida, SoulKid was influenced strongly by going to the now legendary Orlando clubs, Aahz, Mars, The Abyss, The Edge, and Barbarella, and hearing the up and coming djs of back then, like Kimball Collins, Andy Hughes, DJ Icee (now DJ Icey), D-Xtreme, Baby Anne, etc. Wanting to promote the progressive house/trance and funky breaks sounds of Florida, he started holding parties in South Carolina and Georgia, where he exposed just that. With Seattle as his home now, SoulKid has become a staple in the Seattle music scene for three years. Regarded as the Pacific NorthWest Florida Funky Breaks King, SoulKid brings non-stop breakbeat anthems to the dancefloor. Blending Miami bass and catchy female vocal hooks, he works the crowd to a frenzy and then some! Without a doubt, SoulKid moves the Soul.
Soundwave
WebWerX
bio to come
Dj Bouncy
WebbwerX
bio to come
Bio to come
Dj Chopstixx
WebWerX
As part of the webbwerx crew, Dj Chopstix has played countless parties in the seattle area. Her high energy Trance is a favorite when ever she plays. Get ready to put those hands in the air!!!
Dj Kzar
Lovetribe
bio to come
Dj Confidence
Confined Media
DJ confidence blends up-to-date, versatile tracks with a new ear on combining house, techno, minimal, and everything in between. She has been supporting Seattle's electronic music scene for the past seven years, and is the founder and owner of Confined Media LLC, a business dedicated to bringing together photography, music, and design within the mood and focus of the moment. To hear her sets, track selection is key, as she relies on good music in the right order to speak for itself, concentrating on flow and feel rather than being either too technical or too tricky. In the world of the professional DJ, where it seems like people, technology, and possibilities are making music more and more complicated, DJ Confidence brings it back to basics, reminding club-goers of the whole reason to go out - to have fun and relax.
Omar B
bio to come Affi
bio to come
Dj Tek
Nocturnal Events
bio to come
Dj Preston Young
Bazsic Elemetnz,
Born and raised in a city that was already known for its unique style in music called Grunge; that city is Seattle, WA. His taste in music was constantly evolving and in 1997 he discovered Electronic Dance Music when he was a sophomore in High School. Preston Young is known for playing NRG, Hard Trance and Hard House. You wont hear a monotonous boom-boom-boom-boom all night long. He’s said to have excellent set programming by some of the local talent in the Pacific North West. His track selection includes catchy hooks, heavy bass lines, and driving melodies. Preston has an undeniable passion for music that really shows when playing in front of an audience. His energetic behavior behind the decks entices the crowd to keep moving, and creates a zealous vibe amongst the crazed party kids.
Banker Matt
1 World
Rake Fighters Of America
Motor
1901 1st Ave S
Seattle WA
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