Tuesday, January 29, 2008

CIRCLE RESEARCH INKS RECORD DEAL WITH MELTING POT MUSIC!

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For Immediate Release:

CIRCLE RESEARCH INKS DEAL WITH MELTING POT MUSIC!

Toronto's DJ / Production duo Circle Research are pleased to announce signing with Melting Pot Music. Based in Cologne, Germany, the label has quickly grown into an international force with artists hailing from Berlin, Tel Aviv, Amsterdam and L.A. to name a few.

Keeping their ears open for new funky sounds, the C.R. boys had been bumping MPM in their Dj sets and radio show for a while. Breakout's monstrous funk cover of Afrika Bambaataa's "Planet Rock" had become a staple at their Do Right! Saturdays. So when they finished their new album "Who?", it was a natural choice to knock on MPM's door.

Label head, Oliver von Felbert aka Dj Olski, loved the beats and proposed releasing it as is. "Who?" is a Donuts style album made from some of the most classic breaks in the history of hip-hop. It's a throwback record but it's neither nostalgic nor retro. 40 minutes split into 36 (!) tracks that are celebrating hip-hop's history without reminiscing about the so-called good ole days. And it's got humour." But Olski knows in order to make it in these modern times, you need the whole package. "What I like about Circle Research from the start—besides the music—is the level of professionalism in the way they present themselves."

"Moving forward with a label of MPM's caliber is exactly what we were looking for," says Gil Masuda aka Astro, one half of Circle Research and the group's sound engineer. "We're flattered that Olski would consider us to hang with the likes of sophisticated artists like Kutiman, Miles Bonny and Lefties Soul Connection… and we're confident we have something unique to offer that compliments Dj Day, Marc Hype and Jim Dunloop."

"These artists are a perfect example of that melting pot sound that shows in our 'boom bap meets analog synth funk' productions," exclaims Nik Timar aka Nix. "Olski is definitely building a movement of underground producers that we're excited to be a part of."

"Who?" is set for a Spring '08 release, prefaced by a 12" single with extended tracks strictly for the vinyl heads.

For more information please visit:

http://www.mpmsite.com/
http://www.myspace.com/circleresearch
http://circle-research.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2246084051
Contact: Gil Masuda / circleresearch@gmail.com

Monday, January 28, 2008

ROCKIT! w/ DJ SERIOUS & *circle research*

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Join us Thursday January 31st for ROCKIT! featuring DJ SERIOUS

The man needs no introduction. I don't need to tell you that he was ordering the hip hop vinyl for Play De and TRAXX back in the days before MP3's even existed. You've probably heard about his mammoth record collection. Or how we inherited his radio show slot when he moved CIUT. I don't even need to mention his two critically acclaimed albums or slew of remix work that followed. We could use the terms "Juno-nominated" or "Canadian Independent Music Award Winner" but really, we don't need to. Just know that he's fresh off a tour with fellow Dj Dopey, and will be getting SILLY on the decks with us this week at ROCKIT!

ROCKIT! w/ Guest: DJ SERIOUS (Hip Hop, Funk,Soul)
and resident DJ's *circle research* (funk, electro, disco, classic hip hop)
@ Andy Poolhall
489 College St.
FREE
19+

Thursday, January 24, 2008

MC Abdominal Un-Rapped: A Food Diary

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R3TV Episode #38: Un-Rapped: A Food Diary

Toronto MC Abdominal is serious about fast food. He'll try nearly anything: deep-fried Mars bars, Jamaican patties, Wimpy's burgers... He'll even eat it slowly.

When we found out he was about to tour England with his partner in crime DJ Fase, we knew he'd be up to sample all the nasty exotic delights of English street and pub cuisine. This episode is his story, wrapped in paper and lovingly microwaved, just like Mom used to do it.

No doubt Abs is back pushing pedals now, working off that layer of grease. But since you're just sitting here with us (lazy!), relax and enjoy this artery-hardening episode of R3TV, and see how a man can suffer for his art. You want fries with that

http://www.myspace.com/mcabdominal

Monday, January 21, 2008

ROCKIT! w/ DJ Big Jacks & *circle research*

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Join us Thursday, January 24th for a very special edition of ROCKIT! featuring DJ BIG JACKS (http://www.black-rap.com/).

DJ Big Jacks has been holding it down for over the last decade. You might have caught him tearing up parties throughout North America , rocking locally on the radio each week in Toronto or simply digging in the crates at a record store near you! Over the last three years Big Jacks has continued to make a name for himself as one of the resident DJs at the trendy woman's clothing chain Aritzia, providing the store's soundtrack for thousands of shoppers each weekend. High profile gig/clients have included Nike, Red Bull, the Molson Canadian Snow Jam Tour and playing alongside A Tribe Called Quest, Pete Rock and Boot Camp Clik. TV appearances include MuchMusic (Da Mix & Vibe), NBA XL and Breakfast Television .

ROCKIT!w/ Guest: DJ BIG JACKS ( hip hop, r&b, 80s disco/boogie, funk, house)
and resident DJ's *circle research* (funk, electro, disco, classic hip hop)
@ Andy Poolhall
489 College St.
FREE
19+

EH! T.O. Reps Mix VOL. 2 by: *circle research*

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EH! T.O. Reps Mix VOL. 2 http://www.divshare.com/download/3503471-148

Saukrates feat. Marvel – Hate Runs Deep
Grassroots feat. Arcee – Thematics
Glenn Lewis – Back For More
Ivana Santilli – What Matters #2
Mathematik feat. Bahamadia – Following Goals
Choclair – What It Takes remix
Brassmunk – Oh Supaman
Arcee feat. Fatski – Super Educated
Ghetto Concept – E-Z On Tha Motion
Nas-T Howie – Attic
Anonymous Twist feat. Planet Asia – Sweet Sixteen
Maestro Fresh Wes – Fine Tune Da Mic
Kardinal Offishall feat. Busta Rhymes – Ol’ Time Killin’
2 Rude feat. Pharoah Monch & Saukrates – Innovations
Marvel -Words Of

100% Vinyl. 200% Dopeness!

Also Available:

The Lost Remixes http://www.divshare.com/download/3173783-c39
Nu Era Funk Mix VOL. 2 http://www.divshare.com/download/3016466-86f
Save The Community Centre Mix http://www.divshare.com/download/2820302-931
Dirt Road Funk VOL. 2 http://www.divshare.com/download/2691081-378
Disco Baller Mix http://www.divshare.com/download/3045567-9de
Rooftop Lovin' 80's Soul Mix VOL. 2 http://www.sendspace.com/file/bfaeuo
EH! T.O. Reps Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/q71l11
Nu Era Funk Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/2as1pi
Electro Rappy Rap Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/8vq0mj
Dirt Road Funk Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/fn38yy
Rooftop Lovin' 80's Soul Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/p4k0w8
Summer Electro Boogie Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/yz8vg9

**Reply to circleresearch@gmail.com with SUBSCRIBE in the subject line to receive our updates!

SIGNING OFF AFTER 10 YEARS on CKLN 88.1fm

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CIRCLE RESEARCH SIGNS OFF AFTER 10-YEAR TENURE!

After 10 years of "fresh beats out the ying-yang" and hilarious banter, The Circle Research Show on CKLN 88.1 FM is officially signing off! On behalf of Dj's Nix & Astro, and host Big Tweeze, we'd like to thank you for supporting underground community radio, by inviting you to the "THE CIRCLE RESEARCH SHOW" SIGN-OFF PARTY!

Join us to celebrate a decade of classic hip hop, funk, disco & electro straight from vinyl to the late-night airwaves! Over the years the Circle Research gang brought you such highlights as Cutthroat Island - a live phone-in freestyle battle, T.O. Talent - a weekly spotlight on Toronto artists, plus countless guest interviews and performances by local and international artists.

But not to worry! 2008 will see The Circle Research Show progress into a phenomenon that will take the internet by storm! That's right! The witty banter and choice selections will continue in the form of bi-weekly podcasts, free of broadcast rules and regulations!

+Listen to the Radio Ad: http://www.divshare.com/download/3396363-e5b

THE CIRCLE RESEARCH SHOW SIGN-OFF PARTY
Friday, February 1st
Dj's Nix & Astro of Circle ResearchHosted by Big Tweeze
NO COVER!!!
Supermarket, 268 Augusta Ave.
www.supermarkettoronto.com

The Lost Remixes by *circle research*

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The Lost Remixes. That's right!!! They were quite literally lost, but thanks to our homeboy Big Tweeze, he unearthed a copy of this very limited cd-r! 17 remixes of classic hip hops joints such as How Many Emcees, Let Your Backbone Slide, How High and more!

The Lost Remixes by *circle research* http://www.divshare.com/download/3173783-c39
100% Vinyl. 200% Dopeness!

Also Available:

Nu Era Funk Mix VOL. 2 http://www.divshare.com/download/3016466-86f
Save The Community Centre Mix http://www.divshare.com/download/2820302-931
Dirt Road Funk VOL. 2 http://www.divshare.com/download/2691081-378
Disco Baller Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/17d3vz
Rooftop Lovin' 80's Soul Mix VOL. 2 http://www.sendspace.com/file/bfaeuo
EH! T.O. Reps Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/q71l11
Nu Era Funk Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/2as1pi
Electro Rappy Rap Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/8vq0mj
Dirt Road Funk Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/fn38yy
Rooftop Lovin' 80's Soul Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/p4k0w8 S
ummer Electro Boogie Mix http://www.sendspace.com/file/yz8vg9

**Reply to circleresearch@gmail.com with SUBSCRIBE in the subject line to receive our updates!