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Woodhands Video Makes it in Motionographer

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:17:15 PDT

If you're an avid fan of motion graphics and animated sequences, Motionographer.com is probably on your blog roll, and if not, it should be.

In the past two years, Motionographer has grown to be one of the best online sources for motion graphic work. From high-end to student-based work, you can surely find some inspiration there any day of the week. As a result, the site has evolved into a great community for artists and enthusiasts in the animation/motion-graphic industry.

A few days ago, Toronto's own Woodhands were featured with their new video for I Wasn't Made For Fighting, one of my favourtie songs from their album Heart Attack.

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No Love for The Glimmers in TO

Carlos Weisz — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:52:56 PDT

Whaaa happened?

Last night I went to Wrongbar to check out The Glimmers who I wrote about a couple days ago.

Got there around 11pm to surprisingly find the bar literally empty. So my friends and I decided to go down the street to the Rhino for a couple of drinks till things picked up.

An hour later we came back to find the place with maybe 20 people tops, and as the night progressed, only a few more people showed up.

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The Glimmers Share Their Music at Wrongbar This Thursday

Carlos Weisz — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:57:39 PDT

Belgium's finest, The Glimmers, are back in town this Thursday September 25th to properly pimp their latest album Gee Gee Fazzi.

The Glimmers have been DJing for over 20 years, and have released plenty of great mixed records and compilations under Eskimo collections, Culture Club series, DJ Kicks and Fabric Live mixes.

They have always stayed authentic by playing the music that they like without following trends. Something that at times has pushed them to the side corners in the music world.

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MANSION debuts at Sport Pig this Friday

Carlos Weisz — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:25:28 PDT

Sometimes the best thing about partying is going out for Chinese food after.

In January 2006 Pink Mafia had the great idea of combining both into one of their trademark parties, Sport Pig.

The Bright Pearl was pounding with great beats while delicious dim sum aroma was floating around the room, making that night one of the most memorable parties in the last few years.

In 2007 the magic was repeated while plenty of white snow was falling outside.

This Friday September 26, after a year on hiatus, Sport Pig returns to Chinatown, sporting an all-proud all-Toronto lineup including the official debut of MANSION.

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The New Deal live recording at Lee's Palace this Saturday

Carlos Weisz — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:14:04 PDT

Toronto's own The New Deal made a big impact in the late 90's when they released their debut album 'This is Live'. The album was recorded on cassette tapes by the sound guy at the Comfort Zone, and after the band heard the recordings it became very clear to them they were doing something right.

In a time when everything was going electronic to the max, The New Deal brought back the human element to live electronic performance, captivating audiences and building a strong fan base all around the world.

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Abraham Inc. at Harbourfront's Ashkenaz Festival

Carlos Weisz — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:20:06 PDT

Oy Vey! I can't believe this weekend will be the final festival of Harbourfront's summer World Routes series! I have to give kudos to all the organizers for doing such an amazing job this year.

To close it proper, Ashkenaz Festival, a celebration of Yiddish and Jewish culture, will ensure (like a good Yiddishe Mama) that you get enough culture and food that will last you all winter long.

The Ashkenaz Festival is one of the world's largest public celebrations of Yiddish and Jewish culture. The festival brings a full spectrum of multidisciplinary artists/groups in music, dance, theatre, literature, visual arts, food and craft from all around the globe.

But what I'm most excited about at this festival is the Canadian premier of Abraham Inc., a unique band featuring the titanic trio of klezmer clarinet master David Krakauer, legendary funk trombonist Fred Wesley (formerly with James Brown's band) and Canada's own Yiddish Hip-Hop star So-Called.

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Contest: Win Tickets to Calvin Harris at CiRCA

Carlos Weisz — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:45:32 PDT

Summer is almost coming to an end, so what better way to kick-off Labour Day long weekend than with a little party time? CiRCA hosts Scotsman Calvin Harris this Friday, August 29th.

Calvin Harris' debut album I Created Disco was one of my favourite party albums of 2007. Filled with tongue-in-cheek anthems like Acceptable in the 80s and The Girls, I Created Disco kept the dance floors moving and the music blogosphere buzzing.

Now, a year later, after producing, remixing and collaborating with some of the biggest like Kylie Minogue and Dizzee Rascal, Calvin Harris finally makes it to Toronto to show us what he's made of.

We have a hefty "back to school" giveaway with some goodies that will make your life sweet.

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Ebony Bones Debuts Thursday at The Drake

Carlos Weisz — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 23:02:22 PDT

Thursday night, the much talked/buzzed femme fatal from UK known as Ebony Bones, will be debuting for the first time in North America at The Drake Underground.

With a seven piece band and enough wardrobe to make a short film, expect this concert to be one crazy carnival.

Like many of today's up-and coming acts, Ebony Bones' reputation has been growing from word of mouth. With an explosive stage presence and a sound that lies somewhere in between punk, disco and tribal rhythms, it's no wonder why people find her style so appealing.

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Bajofondo Live this Sunday at The Mod Club

Carlos Weisz — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:48:52 PDT

This Sunday August 17th, Bajofondo will warm the stage at the Mod Club with their beautiful fusion of traditional sounds of Tango and some of the best electronic and contemporary beats.

Led by Gustavo Santaolalla, this eight piece band manages to create the perfect Argentinian/Uruguayan music for modern generations. From clubs to old school dancehalls, their music appeals to all ages and always makes people move.

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TIME Festival Feat. Soulwax, Erol Alkan, A-Trak & More

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:02:07 PDT

This Sunday August 10th, TIME festival, one of my most anticipated events this summer will warm the waters of lake Ontario at the historic Sunnyside Pavillion.

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Looking For a New Pet?

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:46:23 PDT

Why bother with Craigslist when you can canvas pedestrians to get rid of your precious belongings. It seems that it's always either Spanish lessons or used snakes when it comes to posted bills.

For a mere $1.70 an inch, this beautiful Python can be your new best friend! Better hurry up. Judging from the ripped paper, the offer may not last long.

Found at the corner of Yonge and Eglinton.

Photo by me Carlos Weisz / KineticForm

Rock the Bells Music Festival 2008

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:05:04 PDT

This Sunday July 20th, Rogers Picnic has some seriously stiff competition in the famous traveling summer Hip Hop all-star tour, Rock the Bells.

Rock the Bells music festival has grown into the premier hip hop festival in North America. Every year, since it's inception in 2003, the festival keeps growing into a stronger community, showcasing the best in new and old-school hip hop.

This year the most anticipated headliners on the tour are A Tribe Called Quest and West Coast troupe The Pharcyde, who re-united this year for the festival. This shows the caliber that this festival has to offer, when someone like Mos Def is not considered a headliner.

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Beats, Breaks and Culture Festival 2008

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:04:54 PDT

This weekend Beats, Breaks & Culture will celebrate its fifth year anniversary, bringing some of the best new music and culture to the Harbourfront Centre.

This year in particular the line up is quite impressive, with some of the best national and international talent such as Ladytron and Crystal Castles on the bill.

And did I mention that admission is FREE?

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To All My Friends: Photographs by Patrick O'Dell

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:25:48 PDT

I've always found photography depicting skateboard culture very compelling, and one of my main sources of inspiration. I don't know what it is about it, but it always evokes in me a certain sense of rawness and truth in the way the sport is documented, including the lives of those around it.

This Friday June 27th, STUDIO Gallery presents the work of Patrick O'Dell.

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NXNE 2008 in Photos

Carlos Weisz — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:01:25 PDT

The NXNE music festival wrapped up last Sunday, and I'm still trying to recuperate from the intense three days I spent jumping from venue to venue, taking in an eclectic mix of shows.

Overall my experience this year at NXNE was memorable. From Monotonix (who gave the craziest in-store performance at Sonic Boom) to Ricca Razor Sharp (who rapped his funny lyrics, full of energy, to a handful of people at The Boat like they were hundreds), NXNE seems to get better every year.

Take a closer look at my experience through my photos after the break.

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