The Warehouse Project @ Beneath Picadilly Train Stn, Manchester (Fri Oct 3, 2008)

10 Years of Valve Soundsystem

Lemon D & Dillinga

The longest, baddest and most prolific partnership in D n B head north to celebrate ten years of the soundsystem they actually designed. No other soundsystem had ever been designed purely for d n b until these guys came along, took on the big boys and turned the rule book on its head. Respect!

Links:
www.myspace.com/dillinjavalve
www.myspace.com/lemonde73

DJ Marky

It was Bryan Gee who famously spotted DJ Marky scratching for his life and tearing it right up in a Sao Paulo nightclub in 1998. Amazed by the scratching, tune selection and energy created by the Brazilian, Gee immediately invited Marky to play in London. Residencies at Movement and The End followed as the world seemingly caught onto the fact that no one quite did it like the boy from Brazil. Ten years on and DJ Marky remains for many, a talent that is out there on his own.

Links:
www.djmarky.com.br
www.myspace.com/djmarkyinnerground

Raekwon [ Wu Tang Clan ] [ Live ]

As one of the founding members of the Wu Tang Clan, Raekwon is responsible for helping to change the very face of hip – hop. The Wu Tangs debut album “36 Chambers” set the standards for years to come with its fresh take on a genre that had up until then, been dominated by West Coast artists. What the New York collective had created would soon become the blue print by which all aspiring hip hop crews would try to base their musical rise around. It is often said that Raekwon’s chief role in the Wu Tang was that of story teller and he would create dramatic lyrical tales and vivid imagery through his verbal expression. Raekowns solo work followed a similar style to his work with Wu Tang with debut “Built For Cuban Lynx” and “The Lex Diamond Story” in particular, setting the MC out as a leading solo artist iin the hip – hop world.

Links:
www.myspace.com/raekwon

Chase & Status featuring Plan B

London based duo Chase & Status have seen their career head skywards in the last four years. They have remixed Dizzee, been signed to Andy C's label and had one of the biggest d n b tunes of recent times when they collaborated with Jenna G on "In Love". The pair are as prolific as any in the d n b community, making new dub plates by the week and DJ'n around the world every single weekend. Here, the duo will perform a very special live show that will feature Plan B and Kano. You may have seen this guy in the brilliant films "Kidulthood" and "Adulthood" and you will have definitely heard his music. Tracks like "Mama (Loves A Crackhead") combine controversial, biting lyrics, hip - hop beats and melodic guitars in order to create a uniquely powerful sound byte. Originally a grime MC, Kano has diversified much since his early work with N.A.S.T.Y crew. Kano is a naturally gifted MC who has diversified his style over recent years and has crossed over to collaborate with acts such as Craig David and Damon Albarn. However, his impending album is set to see a return to his darker, grimier roots. What a show this promises to be when these four get together.

Links:
www.myspace.com/chaseandstatus
www.time4planb.co.uk
www.ka-no.com
www.myspace.com/kanorecordings

Goldie

The man responsible for the Metalheadz empire and still one of the most famous figures in the D n B world. His "Inner City Life" record soundtracked a point in time for millions of clubbers and helped bring the genre to a national and global audience.

Links:
www.metalheadz.co.uk

Dexter [ Avalanches ]

Mr. Avalanches himself makes a long awaited return to Manchester for two hours on the ones and twos. Those that have seen this guy in action before will know he usually conjures up something pretty special...hip-hop, funk, d n b, techno, some very heavy turntable skills and a man that Grandmaster Flash described as the most creative and original DJ in the world.
N - Type & Hatcha

These two guys have been around for time. Like many of dub – step’s top players, N - Type and Hatcha have their roots in d n b, dancehall and the darker side of 2-step and garage and have been part of the underground scene in London for many years. It’s these influences, and the experience of how these can be brought together, that shine through on the pairs epic DJ sets.

Links:
www.myspace.com/djntype
www.myspace.com/djhatcha

Propechy

The Metropolis boys team up once again for the slickest mix of d n b and jungle. Responsible for some of the scenes best parties over recent years, the duo's skills behind the decks are second to none. Look out for a huge night at WHP on 5th December as Metropolis celebrates its 5th birthday.

Links:
www.myspace.com/djmarkod
www.myspace.com/wilfmetropolis

Coki

Completing what is already a stellar bill for any bass junkie, we have leading dubstep dj/producer, one-half of Digital Mystikz and co-founder of the DMZ record label and club night, Coki. Making his Warehouse Project debut tonight, this guy is another of dubsteps key players and is a very welcome addition to the first bass heavy session of the series.

Links:
www.myspace.com/dmzuk