FUTURE SOUND OF BREAKS WORLD TOUR 2008
CHARLESTON!
PRESENTED BY:
SCIENCE MEDIA in association with CONTAGIOUS MUSIQ

KEITH MACKENZIE & MC FLIPSIDE
i11even:eleven | PBR Recordings | Chicago | Toronto
In the fall of 2004, Florida native and breakbeat artist Keith MacKenzie started illeven:eleven recordings. The vision was simple...to provide the people with a breaks sound that revolves around innovation and energy, while at the same time incorporating a wide variety of elements that will generate a groove that will make people move. In the process, i11 hopes to tear down the barriers of breakbeat sub-genre's and looks to the present and future to adopt its own definitive sound which will be a favorite of breaks lovers around the globe and emerge as a symbol for quality music. With contributions from some of the most skilled and hard-working DJ's / MC's / Producer's in the dance music scene, illeven:eleven is widely observed as one of the top up-and-coming labels within today's breakbeat scene.
MC Flipside has toured the world several times, repeatedly igniting countries like: Canada, U.S. , Mexico, Holland, Slovenia, Austria, Puerto Rico, Japan, Hong Kong, Germany and England . As his international presence grew, so did the interest of some major international superstars. Flipside was invited to headline alongside Black Eyed Peas, Run DMC, Wu Tang Clan, De La Soul, KRS 1, Sir Mix A Lot, Dee Lite, D12, and Mos Def. He was the only Canadian MC ever to be featured on the hugely popular Moonshine Records imprint. His music has been licensed by Sony BMG Australia, by DJ Jean for MTV Ibiza, and by superstar DJ/Producer Antoine Clamaran. Flip has also collaborated with award winning producers like Juno Winner Hatiras, Granite & Phunk, Dub Deluxe, Tune Brothers, Jamie Fanatic, Juno Nominee M1, Paranoid Jack, Baby Anne, Deekline, Double C, and countless others. MC Flipside appeared on the underground smash hit "Vegas" produced by the renowned electronic producer D Fuse. The track was featured on NBC's hit show "Vegas" and MTV's Road Rules. Flipside also scored two #1 hits on CBC's Galaxie Radio: Freak the Frequency and Acid the Phenomenon.
ERIC BERETTA
AudioLife Recordings | Orlando, FL
Eric Berretta a pioneer dj of the Florida Breaks & Electro scene since the mid 90's. Eric contributed to establishing the Breakbeat movement as a resident dj @ The Coliseum nightclub in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Coliseum was voted America's number 1 nightclub by Billboard Magazine. Since 1997, Eric has become a staple in Florida Breakbeat culture developing a signature sound with his brother and co-partner Alex as the Berretta Bros. Eric quickly became a Daytona favorite playing all the hot clubs during the 90's from The Coliseum to Sol-rays, Stealth Club to 600 North. In 1999 Eric left Florida and ventured out spending over a year in Charlotte, North Carolina (Charlotte's underground scene was peaking) where promoters took interest in his signature Florida Electro-Breakbeat sound. This pushed the envelope for Eric to play numerous times for huge crowds at the infamous "Bass Wars" parties held @ Area 51, Funkadelic Events @ The Baja, Decepticonz Events @ Latino House, Greenville Convention Center Raves, late night clubs 519, 618, Exit Lounge, and more. At turn of the century in 2000, Eric returned to Florida and released cd compilation Florida Breaks volume 1 and then volume 2 again in 2001, gaining Eric national recognition as a Southeast favorite! During that same time period Eric became the resident dj for Orlando's own world renowned Club @ Firestone. Eric continued establishing himself as a Florida favorite while moving on to perform at stellar electronic events in Florida like: Ultra Music Festival, Future Sound of Breaks, Global Gathering and many more. Today Eric plays a vital role for the Future Sound of Breaks Collective & World Tour mastering his craft in the Breakbeat world as his saga continues with the release of Future Sound of Breaks volume 2. Stores everywhere Fall 2008!
HYDRAULIX (LIVE)
Kuad Recordings | Miami, FL
Straight from Miami, Florida (the undisputed home of the 808 kick drum) comes Hydraulix. The of the most talked about and exciting Electro-Bass group to hit the Electro scene. Utilizing futuristic beats with an emphasis on dirty ass bass, their tracks are set to destroy dance floors worldwide.
Richard ..Ash-Rock.. Zarate and Jaime ..JimiTheGenius.. Merlo have been dropping bass in their DJ sets for years (most notably as resident DJs for world renowned Culture Productions), all the while drawing from their childhood influences (2 Live Crew, Debonaire Records, Cut It Up Def Records, MC A.D.E, and Maggatron to name a few) to create a unique, dance floor friendly hybrid of Electro and Bass. Ash-Rock and JimiTheGenius then set their sights on conquering the world of production. Once they were comfortable with the knowledge that they had acquired from Merlyn a Breakbeat ambassador and Xerodefx . They quickly began banging out some of the sickest floor bombs on their co-owned label with Merlyn, which is Kuad Recordings. For Hydraulix, these to young stars have a bright future from the city of boom where they reside.
AARON SIGMON
Next Level Recordings | Charlotte
Established as one of the premiere DJ’s/Producers of the Southeast, Aaron Sigmon has been headlining events across the US and beyond, as well as collaborating on production projects with some of the top names in breakbeat like Magic Mike, DJ Fixx, Agent-K, J-Break, and Viro to name a few. With monthly releases on Beatport, his tracks are receiving explosive radio and club play across the world, not to mention being featured on DJ Icey’s Sirius Satellite radio show! Don’t miss this unforgettable set from the Carolinas’ Bad Boy of Breakbeat, and look out for his new CD in stores this Fall!
DJ SWITCH
357 Style | Infectious Crew | Charleston
CHARLESTON'S KING OF BASS! - Kit AKA DJ Switch blew everyone away with the way he picked up the art of mixing. Entering the industry 4 years ago, Switch has jumped on the opportunity to play with well known national talents such as The Crystal Method, Hyper, DJ Magic Mike, Bassbin Twins, Huda Hudia, DJ Icey, Baby Anne, Jackal & Hyde, The Breakfastaz, Deekline, Reid Speed, Keith MacKenzie DJ Fixx and many many more. Yet, he has continued to hold his own unique style on the decks. His incredible selection of in your face breaks always keeps the floor moving and heads bobbing. Switch has become one of Charleston's Favorite breakbeat selectors and continues to play a dominant role in the Southeast EDM community alongside his well known labels, Infectious Entertainment & 357 Style. Don't miss a chance to see this breakbeat guru mashup the club night!
UNFADABLE FADER OPERATORS
Sasquatch | ill informed | Hipnotik BodyRock | Dope Sandwich | Charleston
The Unfadeable Fader Operators, dj's Fred Krugrrr & Kurfu, have dominated Charleston's Hip Hop scene for close to a decade. Known for their super deep crates of raw funk, get ready for a feast of sick original "old school" breakbeats. When playing together on four turntables their sets are a unique mix of beats and politics, breaks and comedy, a touch of juggling, and a lot of scratching.
PRUEPH + SAMADHI
SPACED INVADERS
MOJO DJ COREY B
From I-26 East: Take exit 221B for Meeting St. • Take Meeting St. for about half a mile, and turn right at Wragg Square • Make the corner and turn right at Ann St. • The Music Farm is just past the big parking garage on your right
THIS IS AN ALL AGES 8 HOUR EVENT
SHOW STARTS AT 6 AND GOES UNTIL 2 AM. THE NIGHT WILL BE PACED AS ATIMELINE OF BREAKBEAT CULTURE STARTING IN THE EARLY 70'S WHEN 2TURNTABLES AND MIXING THE 'BREAKS' OF A RECORD WAS CREATED THRU THEEVENING AND INTO THE FUTURE SOUND OF BREAKS.
THERE WILL BE A 2-on-2 BREAKDANCE COMPETITION FOR BEST CREW IN SOUTHEAST WITH $5OO CASH PRIZE!!! COMPETITION STARTS AT 7 PM SHARP. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST COMPETE IN ALL 3 SEGMENTS TO RECEIVE CASH PRIZE SO ENSURE AN EARLY ARRIVAL. REGISTER ONLINE AT:
www.fsobcharleston.com OR REGISTER THE DAY OF THE EVENT BEFORE 6:30PM.
THERE WILL BE LIVE GRAFFITI ART PERFORMED AS WELL AS ART FOR SALE IN THE OUTER AREA OF THE VENUE.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR STREET TEAMS TO HELP PROMOTE THIS EVENT. BENEFITS INCLUDED! SIGN UP AT:
www.fsobcharleston.com
PRE-SALES AT $20 AT ETIX.COM
ADMISSION IS $20 AT DOOR BEFORE 9PM
ADMISSION IS $25 AT DOOR AFTER 9PM
STUDENT DISCOUNT WITH PROPER ID

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