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After an amazing set for us in NYC a few weeks ago, it was all to fitting to have CALCULON join Driven AM! Amazing selector and producers, 2012 is going to be a BIG year for Calculon!
(Rubik | Fokuz | Smog | Driven AM / San Diego)

Born and raised in California, but having lived in Europe and been heavily into drum n bass for well over a decade, Calculon is a DJ that always knows what music to play for the dancefloor. As label owner of Rubik Records and an internationally recognized producer, you can be certain that his finger is on the pulse of drum n bass in 2011, having djed everywhere from Hawaii to Amsterdam. With releases on labels such as Rubik, Fokuz, Human Elements, Beard, Big Riddim, Think Deep, and forthcoming tunes coming out on Smog and Influenza LTD, his productions are something to pay attention to. DJ Support for his tunes include Digital, Dara, Bailey, AK1200, Crissy Criss, Asides, Logistics, Makoto, LTJ Bukem, Icicle, Loxy, Reid Speed, the Insiders, James Zabiela, Random Movement, Stunna, and many other djs at the top of their game. Whether you hear his tunes on 1xtra, Bassdrive, or in the club, you will be certain to hear what makes Calculon one of the leaders of the new school of Drum n Bass in America.
Driven AM’s Drum and Bass Conversation Podcast:
Episode 1 featuring CALCULON
iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-ams-drum-bass-conversation/id488972696
Direct Download:
http://drivenam.com/Podcast/Driven_AM_Drum_And_Bass_Conversation_Podcast_Episode_1_Calculon.mp3
Contact Driven AM for booking information:

Full Roster, Available for bookings in North America:
Calculon, Dave Owen, Dave Shichman, DB, Dj Seen, Dj Seoul, Dj Strife, Flaco, Jo-S, Kevin Focus, Lynx, Mixmaster Doc, Random Movement, Raw Q, Sinistarr
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New Mix:
http://dj-strife.com/Audio/DJ_Strife_-_Red.mp3
1. Wretch 32 – Forgiveness feat. Etta Bond (S.P.Y remix) (Ministry of Sound)
2. S.P.Y – Sabotage (Sun & Bass)
3. Chase & Status – Flashing Lights feat. Sub Focus & Takura ( S.P.Y remix) (Mercury)
4. S.P.Y – Seconds to Midnight (Hospital forthcoming)
5. FD feat. Collette Warren – Want You (dub)
6. Dub Phizix & Skeptical feat. Strategy – Marka (Exit)
7. Kodo – The Jackal (Ingredients)
8. Rhianna – Rude Boy (dRamatic & dbAudio remix) (bootleg)
9. Random Movement & Ben Soundscape – Many Things (Intrigue)
10. S.P.Y. & IllSkilz – Tomorrow Like Today (dub)
11. Philth – Obsession (Peer Pressure)
12. Adelle – Rollin in the deep (George Young remix) (dub)
13. Serum & Northern Lights – Watch Out (Shogun Audio)
14. David Boomah & Serum – Why they wanna (V Records)
15. Pennygiles – Momentary switch (dub)
16. Strife & Harduro feat. Collette Warren – Keep Forgettin’ (dub)
Interview:
http://www.thisisdrumandbass.com/2012/01/20/tidb-interview-dj-strife/
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Driven AM is now selling the remaining Breakbeat Science T-shirts and Sweatshirts!
These are the last BBS shirts/Sweatshirts available and they are all brand new.
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Email us with any questions: DrivenAM@gmail.com
Mixmaster Doc’s Science Factory is a electronic band with a wide range… Saturday night in NYC they played a 100% DnB set, often playing Mixmaster Doc’s own tunes remixed or covering classic tunes (Brown Paper Bag…). They are comprised of EWI legend Bernie Kenerson (http://www.facebook.com/jazzewi), and guitar/effects virtuoso Sam Favata.
Available for Bookings: July/Aug/Sept/Oct/Nov. They have their own PA system and can plus in anywhere and play! Clubs/Live Event Venues anything is possible with these guys.
Check out these video:
Lynx (possible dates with Kemo):
09/26 Saturday – TBA, TX
09/25 Sunday – OPEN
09/26 Monday – OPEN
09/27 Tuesday – OPEN
09/28 Wednesday – OPEN
09/29 Thursday – TBA, NORTHEAST
09/30 Friday – TBA, NORTHEAST
10/01 Saturday – TBA, NORTHEAST
10/02 Sunday – OPEN
10/03 Monday – TBA, NORTHEAST
10/04 Tuesday – TBC, WEST COAST
10/05 Wednesday – OPEN
10/06 Thursday – TBC, WEST COAST
10/07 Friday – OPEN
10/08 Saturday – TBA, NORTHEAST
10/09 Sunday – OPEN
(The tour can be extended if needed)
Sinistarr
07/09 Saturday, Weight, Detroit
07/10 Sunday, Cultured Citizens, Detroit
07/11 Monday, Bassline, Ann Arbor
07/13 Wednesday, Crush, Portland, OR
07/16 Saturday, Oncet, Seattle, WA
07/23 Thursday Open
07/22 Friday, Open
Sept/Oct/Nov Open
Random Movement
08/25 Thursday OPEN
08/26 Friday OPEN
08/28 Sunday TBC, WEST COAST
08/29 Monday OPEN
08/30 Tuesday OPEN
Sept/Oct/Nov Open
Dj Strife
07/13 Wednesday NEW ORLEANS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
07/14 Thursday NEW ORLEANS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
07/15 Friday NEW ORLEANS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
07/16 Saturday NEW ORLEANS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
07/17 Sunday NEW ORLEANS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
08/10 Wednesday OPEN
08/11 Thursday TBC, WEST COAST
08/12 Friday OPEN
08/13 SATURDAY OPEN
08/14 SUNDAY TBC, WEST COAST
09/17 TBC, MIDWEST
Sept/Oct/Nov Open
Sept/Nov/Dec Open
Dave Owen
Sept/Oct/Nov Open
Flaco
07/08 DEEP, San Diego, CA
Sept/Oct/Nov Open
Bachelors Of Science
Sept/Oct/Nov Open

DRIVEN AM & NATURAL SELECTION present…

DJ MARKY [INNERGROUND | BRAZIL]
At the age of 34, DJ Marky is considered one of the greatest DJs on the planet. Marky’s career began in the ‘80s, and by the beginning of the ´90s he was already a phenomenal DJ and had the mark of a true entertainer, becoming a pioneer for Brazilian dance music by breaking through in the United Kingdom, the home of Jungle and Drum N´Bass.
Around 94/95, Jungle became popular in Brazil thanks to the persistence of, relatively unknown at that time, amateurs Patife, Andy and Koloral, who were Marky´s partners from the very beginning. By the second half of the ´90s Marky already had his own radio show, was resident at the legendary TOCO, where more than 5,000 people came to enjoy the sound of the young turntable maestro, who was then just a little more than twenty years old. In the same decade, he released and signed his first Drum N´Bass/Jungle compilation with Suburban Base Records (UK)and was crowned DJ of the Year in Brazil in 95, 96 and 99.
In 1999 Marky was chosen as the best DJ in the country, by Folha de Sao Paulo newspaper. Marky´s international success is very well documented and has had a significant impact on the Brazilian scene by bringing to the fore some of the more diverse musical talents that Brazil has to offer. His ability and technique have won fans all over the world and today, with his personality and charisma, he still manages to attract crowds. With massive coverage in Brazil, Europe, the United States, Asia, Australia and Czech Republic, Marky is an authority on the dance floors of every country and city he passes through, which is quite a lot as he tours the world for at least 6 months of every year.
His album, The Brazilian Job, was one of the best Drum ‘N’ Bass compilations in terms of worldwide sales and one of the most successful at the time of its release. The version for the song Carolina Carol Bela, by Jorge Bem Jor, entitled LK, reached Number 15 in the UK Top 40 Chart. The only artists who have come close to this feat in recent years were Tom Jobim and Sepultura.
Marky has been winning audiences from many different walks of life and with almost juxtaposing musical interests, especially those related to old school (classic funk & soul from the ´70s and ´80s). A very little known fact is that Marky is a passionate lover of rare grooves and jazz. A maniacal vinyl collector, he owns one of the biggest classic collections anyone has ever heard of. He is currently cast among the vanguard of the club scene and Brazilian electronic music. He was a resident DJ at the Lov.e Club for the weekly night VIBE for almost a decade in Sao Paulo, which included guests of the highest calibre and importance in Drum ‘N’ Bass.
After years as an exclusive artist for TRAMA, the distribution of the latest CD album, In Rotation, in partnership with XRS (Xerxes), was by Universal Music. Marky has started his new monthly night at The End, in London in the second half of 2005, called Marky & Friends. The night is an opportunity to introduce some world-class performers and well respected and admired DJ’s to the UK and ask them to join him at a fantastic venue for a night of musical excellence and variety as acts are sourced from the furthest corners of the globe. Artists are asked to play the sounds that influenced and inspired their lives and productions. At the Marky & Friends nights, people will certainly be surprised to see and listen to all star DJ’s playing real Funk, Soul, Jazz and Rare Grooves alongside typical Marky style Drum ‘N’ Bass. The project also arrives in Sao Paulo/Brazil, where Marky will take to the decks at E-muzik in Vila Olimpia with his Friends and will be able to show why he is the best of the world on a more regular basis!
2006 was a great year for DJ Marky with an array of worldwide commitments as well as the syndication of his branded “DJ Marky & Friends” to The END nightclub in London where it has gathered a massive following and is proving to be one of the more successful and entertaining nights in the capital. Guest appearances from the likes of Laurent Garnier, Gilles Peterson and Fabio have been warmly received in what is a predominantly a Drum & Bass environment and DJ Marky is now becoming renowned for his extended sets, one of which was an eight hour marathon where he took on the entire main room on his own for the duration of the evening. 2007 sees the night go national with events happening in Brighton, Bristol, Birmingham, Sheffield and London to name a few, and this is largely down to the immense success of the London night.
2007 also saw the inaugural 1Xtra Drum & Bass Awards take place in London. DJ Marky was a nominee in the category of Best International DJ/Artist and up against stiff competition form Canada and Holland, but when the golden envelope was opened it was DJ Marky’s name that was on the award. Being voted the Best International DJ/Artist capped what has been an incredible 12 months for DJ Marky.
The tail end of 2007 was a busy one for DJ Marky and for his label Innerground, with the release of two EPs from various artists and his first mix album for the label made up purely of Innerground material. The release of the album, entitled “DJ Marky & Friends: The Master Plan” sparked off a massive worldwide tour to promote it on a global scale, with countries such as France, UK, Japan, China, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand and of course Brazil all taking in an extra special set from DJ Marky.
In 2008, DJ Marky has been building on well-laid foundations. With his now global brand “DJ Marky & Friends” going from strength to strength more time has been put in in the studio, with a host of releases due by the end of 2008 on his own Innerground label as well as a live alternative mix for legendary label BBE (Barely Breaking Even) entitled “Influences”, which further demonstrates not only DJ Marky’s passion for music regardless of genre, but also his ability to blend any type of music into a quality aural experience.
HOSTED BY:

ROBERT MANOS [METALHEADZ | SOUL:R | HOSPITAL]
Robert Manos is a vocalist/musician who grew up in Europe, East Africa and New York. His first release of note was a collaboration with Alexi Delano on the deep house track “Round and Round” on the STATRA label remixed by Charles Webster and J.T Donaldson. On a visit to Sweden, Robert was introduced to Jesper Dahlback and Sebastian Ahrenberg ( Seba ) with whom he co-wrote “My World” for the SVEK label. From this meeting also came “16 stories” (METALHEADZ) Robert’s first drum and bass release with Seba with whom he has worked ever since. Some of these releases include “Heaven Sent”(SOUL:R) “Move On”(HOSPITAL) “Last Goodbye”(PARADOX MUSIC) “Wild One”(METALHEADZ) “Make Peace”(SUBJECT 13). Also in collaboration with Jesper Dahlback and John Dahlback under the name Hugg n Pepp came Mazarin, Robban and more recently “Sweet Rosie”. Also on Adam Beyer’s TRUE SOUL label came “Before its all gone” . Robert’s first Album entitled “Angel Road” was released in 2009 on MOLE RECORDINGS. Robert recently returned to the States from performances in Europe with Seba and Paradox.
FEATURING NATURAL SELECTION RESIDENTS:

DAVE SHICHMAN [DRIVEN AM | NATURAL SELECTION | LUV DISASTER]
Representing New York City, Dave is a devoted contributor to the North American Drum and Bass community. Owner of Driven AM, the premier North American DnB Artist Management, Record Label, and Production company. Events coordinator and resident DJ for various NYC parties including part of the legendary NYC production team Direct Drive and recently part of the team presenting ‘Natural Selection’ in NYC. Dave has released music on Luv Disaster (alongside Dave Owen), Peer Pressure Recordings, Liquid Brilliants, Basswerk (alongside Sol.ID), Influenza Minus, Electronic River Recordings, and his own imprint Driven AM Recordings. His music is being supported by DB, Random Movement, TC1, Dstar, Stunna, Mixmaster Doc, Dave Owen, Kevin Focus, Submorphics, Calculon and many others. A Dj that has performed live more than 200 times in 12 States in the US as well as in Puerto Rico and Spain in the past 12 years alongside some of the biggest names in DnB, everyone from Goldie to High Contrast. In the last year Dave’s music has been heard on a Metalheadz Podast, featured in a mix and interview with Knowledge Magazine, and coast to coast on Dave’s January US tour. Dave is a driven individual, whose passion for Drum and Bass shows in his music and live performance.

KASIO [BASSDRIVE]
KASIO, started life as a calculator watch. During the early 00′s he discovered DnB and instead, became a selector – delivering a more soulful, funkier, moon-walking style of drum & bass to the dancefloor.
Migrating to the gritty New York DnB Scene from Down Under. Kasio can be found regularly spinning in the clubs of Brooklyn & Manhattan and Streaming weekly on Bassdrive with his popular G-Shock Radio Show.
Stating out fresh in the early Breaks movement, shuffling to the Freestylers, Plump Djs & the Staton Warriors, it was when Kasio heard the liquid sounds of Defunked, Hospital & Renegade Recordings that he switched religions to the 175bpm tempos.
For production inspiration Kasio draws on the Broken Beat & Deep House genres, spending endless hours listening to rare grooves and old skool funk, auditioning & slicing up sample gold into his unique style of Drum & Bass.
KASIO hosts G-Shock Radio on http://www.bassdrive.com – Live every Thursday Nights 6-8 CST

ADRED [NATURAL SELECTION]
LOCATION:
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
70 North 6th
Williamsburg, BK, NYC
21+, 10P-4A
$15 in advance, available for purchase from http://www.publicassemblynyc.com
$20 at the door
New Release

Driven AM Recordings 007
Mixmaster Doc
1. Cancellation Dub
DJ Support from Bassnectar, Crissy Criss, Loxy, Doc Scott, Sabre
Audio:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3rZoKod2dQ
http://soundcloud.com/driven-am/mixmaster-doc-cancellation-dub
2. Biomimitic
DJ support from Loxy, Soul Intent, Random Movement, Sinistarr
Audio:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsOzbyT64r4
http://soundcloud.com/driven-am/mixmaster-doc-biomimitic
+Available April 18th 2011
Beatport, Trackitdown.net, Juno, iTunes, Amazon, and more
Mixmaster Doc – 100% Original Mix Volume 2 – April 2011
http://www.drivenam.com/DrivenArtists/Mixmaster_Doc_-_Docstep_April_2011_Mix.mp3
Mixmaster Doc & Paul Christian – The Other Side
Mixmaster Doc, Kemo & Stamina MC – Survival
Mixmaster Doc – That Now
Mixmaster Doc – Cancellation Dub (Driven AM Recordings)
Mixmaster Doc & Focus – Strike At The Wind (Peer Pressure Recordings)
Mixmaster Doc – Biomimitic (Driven AM Recordings)
Mixmaster Doc – No Flame
Mixmaster Doc & Jo-S – Mantra Tune
Mixmaster Doc – Shakedown
Mixmaster Doc – Still Here (Driven AM Recordings)
Mixmaster Doc & Sinistarr – Anti-Personnel (Creative Source)
Hitting the road this summer to celebrate 5 years of Driven AM is Random Movement, Dave Owen, Sinistarr & Mixmaster Doc! We have openings for a few dates in June/July as well as one-off bookings all summer long for club dates and festivals. These 4 are at the top of their game right now, each making incredible music. Don’t miss this change to book all 4 Dj’s at once!
5 years of Driven AM Tour
06/28 Tuesday: OPEN
06/29 Wednesday: OPEN
06/30 Thursday: OPEN
07/01 Friday: OPEN
07/02 Saturday: TBA, NYC
07/03 Sunday TBA, NY
07/04 Monday TBC, Ohio
07/05 Tuesday, TBC, Indiana
07/06 Wednesday: OPEN
07/07 Thursday: OPEN
07/08 Friday: OPEN
07/09 Saturday: OPEN