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11-23-2009, 02:52 PM
Red Dog Saturdays at OHM Nightclub, the Original Red Dog! Dennis Ferrer and Gene Farris DJ, party is from 10p-5am. Say Rick of Allay Soul at the door for free admission before midnight. =) Say Rick of Allay Soul at the door for Free admission before midnight!
Grand Opening
Saturday, November 28th
The Legendary Dance Mecca
Red Dog
Returns!!!
Featuring:
Dennis Ferrer
Right place, right time. It's an old cliché, but it's one that's been the definition of Dennis Ferrer's musical career. Just as the dance music world was heading into the world of afro-centric house, Ferrer was there. And then, when it began to embrace the mix of tech and soul, Ferrer was there again, leading the way with his impeccable productions. As Ferrer goes, it seems, so does electronic music. And, as someone who's never content to do the same thing twice, it's clear that he'll be staying on top for years to come.
Ferrer burst back into the consciousness of most dance music heads with the release of "Sandcastles," (Ibadan) his collaboration with Jerome Sydenham in 2003. A throwback to his techno roots as producer of the first ever release on Synewave in 1994 and mixed with a healthy dose of soul, the track was a massive hit for the duo. But, to his credit, Ferrer didn't simply repeat the formula afterwards. Instead, whether it's been the gospel house sounds of his remix of Blaze & Barbara Tucker's "Most Precious Love" (Defected) or the deeper-than-deep rework of Fish Go Deep's "The Cure & The Cause," (Defected) Ferrer has continued to push a variety of genres all at once. It's clear that Ferrer isn't content to rest on his laurels: he's too busy dreaming up new ways to shock and delight audiences.
Of course, we do say "back" into the consciousness of dance music heads because Ferrer has been around for far longer than 'Sandcastles'. He was crafting techno records in the mid-'90s as Morph and then had success in the Afro and gospel house scenes with releases via his Sfere label, an imprint he began alongside Kerri Chandler. "Sandcastles" merely marked his return to techno phase—and broadened his appeal to a new audience largely unfamiliar with his past work. But it's this past work that gives his new productions such resonance: unlike many of this house peers, Ferrer's techno experience has given him an edge that you can hear in his recent work.
"Son of Raw," (Ibadan) "Church Lady," (Defected) "Underground Is My Home," (King Street Sounds) and "Touched the Sky" (King Street Sounds) have all been huge dancefloor anthems and all show a different side of the Ferrer personality. As he's said in interviews, "It doesn't matter if it's gospel house, Brazilian house, jazz house, or whatever. As long as it's got soul and moves people, that's all that matters." Collected on his full-length The World As I See It (King Street Sounds), it's a sound that reached many different audiences. "Transitions" and "P2DaJ" were huge in the techno world, while the beautiful ode "How Do I Let Go" was a hit in the gospel house scene, the success of which has become bittersweet considering the recent passing of its vocalist, KT Brooks, one of Ferrer's favorite vocal collaborators.
Ferrer has brought that anything goes approach to his newest venture, Objektivity. The new imprint has thus far focused itself on vocals, featuring often unlikely turns from indie heroes like Ane Brun and Télépopmusik. Low slung and deep, Objektivity is a cutting-edge label in touch with its time, putting a uniquely American spin on the deep house revival that is currently making waves in Europe. And with releases from the likes of the young phenoms the Martinez Brothers (who are going from strength to strength) and classic New York house heads like Timmy Regisford and Quentin Harris, it's obvious that Ferrer doesn't regard the label as a vanity project. Objektivity is a living, breathing thing—one that's set to drop bombs on the dancefloor for years to come.
But Ferrer isn't just limiting the explosions to his own label. His remix of the Sunburst Band's "Journey to the Sun" (Z Records) is a stunning crystallization of his stripped-down dubby and techie side and so far 2009 is shaping up to be a great year for Ferrer. He started out 2009 with quick acclaim from the top download store Beatport who awarded him Best Deep House Artist of 2009. But that wasn't enough to make Ferrer rest, for most of the year in-between a heavy DJ schedule, he's been hold up in his super secret Hoboken New Jersey studio completing work on what will most certainly be his most accessible album to date. Tentatively entitled "The More Things Change" the record features a ton of surprises that we ain't gonna reveal just yet - lets just say the album will see a new bench mark set in Ferrer's production. Trust us when we say people are going to sweating hard for this.
Ferrer also released the piano driven summer smash "Sinfonia Della Notte" on Strictly Rhythm in May which fans and press alike have been bugging over. DJ Mag said the single was leading the charge for a piano chord driven house music revival but we know Ferrer is just flexing one of his many skills. As always with Ferrer the best is yet to come. With a deep knowledge of the past and a constant push for the future, Ferrer remains one of the true greats of house music - a leader and innovator.
&
Gene Farris
Being a leader in the industry, Gene Farris started his own label, `Farris Wheel Recordings, Inc., in 1998 with 'The Copa Cabana EP.' Among the label's many loved EPs is FWR 008 that includes a DJ Sneak remix of Farris' `The Spirit.' As the catalog grows, Farris Wheel Recordings, Inc. continues to prosper and gain respectability within the industry. Farris takes pride in discovering new talent from Chicago and around the world such as, studio master mind Jason Heinrichs, heavenly vocalist Lady Sarah, and also releasing the first record of red hot band Greenskeepers.
In February of 2001, Gene Farris revealed his latest brainchild, Farris Wheel Limited, which is a spin-off of Farris Wheel Recordings. His concept of Farris Wheel Limited is designed to feature more organic productions. Farris Wheel Limited artists are incorporating LIVE feeds into their melodic soulful beats that are filling DJ bags world wide. That has featured remixes from Jay- J, Glenn Underground, Jason Hendricks, Boo Williams, Nick Santillian A.K.A. Behind the groove, Mr. ALI, and many more..
Industry Recordings is a Chicago House label based in Amsterdam. This the third instalment in the Farriswheel Recordings legacy from Gene Farris. The labels goal is to release quality funky, sexy house music, made for the dancefloor. With Artist such as Funky Transport , Demarkus Lewis, Onionz, Zoe Noa, Yousef, and host of other talented artist..
Along with the label, they have also started a club night in Holland, called simply Playground it at the newly rmodeled "Rain" club in Amsterdam . As the critics continually applaud his greatening accomplishments, Gene Farris and his Farris Wheel Recordings empire continue to thrive.
Now with the labels long awited return we have added the installment of new fresh talent artist like Bryan Jones, J.T. Donaldson, Jazzy D, Chappell, and a host of others 2007 and beyond looks to be a big return of Farriswheel Recordings enjoy......
1958 West North Avenue
Wicker Park | USA
10p til 4a | 21+ | Valet Available
$15 Open Bar From 10p-12am
$150 Bottles of Grey Goose Or Belvidere
DRESS TO IMPRESS!
Say Rick of Allay Soul at the door for Free admission before midnight!
Now Every Saturday Night... Many More Details to Come!!!
Grand Opening
Saturday, November 28th
The Legendary Dance Mecca
Red Dog
Returns!!!
Featuring:
Dennis Ferrer
Right place, right time. It's an old cliché, but it's one that's been the definition of Dennis Ferrer's musical career. Just as the dance music world was heading into the world of afro-centric house, Ferrer was there. And then, when it began to embrace the mix of tech and soul, Ferrer was there again, leading the way with his impeccable productions. As Ferrer goes, it seems, so does electronic music. And, as someone who's never content to do the same thing twice, it's clear that he'll be staying on top for years to come.
Ferrer burst back into the consciousness of most dance music heads with the release of "Sandcastles," (Ibadan) his collaboration with Jerome Sydenham in 2003. A throwback to his techno roots as producer of the first ever release on Synewave in 1994 and mixed with a healthy dose of soul, the track was a massive hit for the duo. But, to his credit, Ferrer didn't simply repeat the formula afterwards. Instead, whether it's been the gospel house sounds of his remix of Blaze & Barbara Tucker's "Most Precious Love" (Defected) or the deeper-than-deep rework of Fish Go Deep's "The Cure & The Cause," (Defected) Ferrer has continued to push a variety of genres all at once. It's clear that Ferrer isn't content to rest on his laurels: he's too busy dreaming up new ways to shock and delight audiences.
Of course, we do say "back" into the consciousness of dance music heads because Ferrer has been around for far longer than 'Sandcastles'. He was crafting techno records in the mid-'90s as Morph and then had success in the Afro and gospel house scenes with releases via his Sfere label, an imprint he began alongside Kerri Chandler. "Sandcastles" merely marked his return to techno phase—and broadened his appeal to a new audience largely unfamiliar with his past work. But it's this past work that gives his new productions such resonance: unlike many of this house peers, Ferrer's techno experience has given him an edge that you can hear in his recent work.
"Son of Raw," (Ibadan) "Church Lady," (Defected) "Underground Is My Home," (King Street Sounds) and "Touched the Sky" (King Street Sounds) have all been huge dancefloor anthems and all show a different side of the Ferrer personality. As he's said in interviews, "It doesn't matter if it's gospel house, Brazilian house, jazz house, or whatever. As long as it's got soul and moves people, that's all that matters." Collected on his full-length The World As I See It (King Street Sounds), it's a sound that reached many different audiences. "Transitions" and "P2DaJ" were huge in the techno world, while the beautiful ode "How Do I Let Go" was a hit in the gospel house scene, the success of which has become bittersweet considering the recent passing of its vocalist, KT Brooks, one of Ferrer's favorite vocal collaborators.
Ferrer has brought that anything goes approach to his newest venture, Objektivity. The new imprint has thus far focused itself on vocals, featuring often unlikely turns from indie heroes like Ane Brun and Télépopmusik. Low slung and deep, Objektivity is a cutting-edge label in touch with its time, putting a uniquely American spin on the deep house revival that is currently making waves in Europe. And with releases from the likes of the young phenoms the Martinez Brothers (who are going from strength to strength) and classic New York house heads like Timmy Regisford and Quentin Harris, it's obvious that Ferrer doesn't regard the label as a vanity project. Objektivity is a living, breathing thing—one that's set to drop bombs on the dancefloor for years to come.
But Ferrer isn't just limiting the explosions to his own label. His remix of the Sunburst Band's "Journey to the Sun" (Z Records) is a stunning crystallization of his stripped-down dubby and techie side and so far 2009 is shaping up to be a great year for Ferrer. He started out 2009 with quick acclaim from the top download store Beatport who awarded him Best Deep House Artist of 2009. But that wasn't enough to make Ferrer rest, for most of the year in-between a heavy DJ schedule, he's been hold up in his super secret Hoboken New Jersey studio completing work on what will most certainly be his most accessible album to date. Tentatively entitled "The More Things Change" the record features a ton of surprises that we ain't gonna reveal just yet - lets just say the album will see a new bench mark set in Ferrer's production. Trust us when we say people are going to sweating hard for this.
Ferrer also released the piano driven summer smash "Sinfonia Della Notte" on Strictly Rhythm in May which fans and press alike have been bugging over. DJ Mag said the single was leading the charge for a piano chord driven house music revival but we know Ferrer is just flexing one of his many skills. As always with Ferrer the best is yet to come. With a deep knowledge of the past and a constant push for the future, Ferrer remains one of the true greats of house music - a leader and innovator.
&
Gene Farris
Being a leader in the industry, Gene Farris started his own label, `Farris Wheel Recordings, Inc., in 1998 with 'The Copa Cabana EP.' Among the label's many loved EPs is FWR 008 that includes a DJ Sneak remix of Farris' `The Spirit.' As the catalog grows, Farris Wheel Recordings, Inc. continues to prosper and gain respectability within the industry. Farris takes pride in discovering new talent from Chicago and around the world such as, studio master mind Jason Heinrichs, heavenly vocalist Lady Sarah, and also releasing the first record of red hot band Greenskeepers.
In February of 2001, Gene Farris revealed his latest brainchild, Farris Wheel Limited, which is a spin-off of Farris Wheel Recordings. His concept of Farris Wheel Limited is designed to feature more organic productions. Farris Wheel Limited artists are incorporating LIVE feeds into their melodic soulful beats that are filling DJ bags world wide. That has featured remixes from Jay- J, Glenn Underground, Jason Hendricks, Boo Williams, Nick Santillian A.K.A. Behind the groove, Mr. ALI, and many more..
Industry Recordings is a Chicago House label based in Amsterdam. This the third instalment in the Farriswheel Recordings legacy from Gene Farris. The labels goal is to release quality funky, sexy house music, made for the dancefloor. With Artist such as Funky Transport , Demarkus Lewis, Onionz, Zoe Noa, Yousef, and host of other talented artist..
Along with the label, they have also started a club night in Holland, called simply Playground it at the newly rmodeled "Rain" club in Amsterdam . As the critics continually applaud his greatening accomplishments, Gene Farris and his Farris Wheel Recordings empire continue to thrive.
Now with the labels long awited return we have added the installment of new fresh talent artist like Bryan Jones, J.T. Donaldson, Jazzy D, Chappell, and a host of others 2007 and beyond looks to be a big return of Farriswheel Recordings enjoy......
1958 West North Avenue
Wicker Park | USA
10p til 4a | 21+ | Valet Available
$15 Open Bar From 10p-12am
$150 Bottles of Grey Goose Or Belvidere
DRESS TO IMPRESS!
Say Rick of Allay Soul at the door for Free admission before midnight!
Now Every Saturday Night... Many More Details to Come!!!