get down like supertouch -
and in case you're looking for something to do on saturday night -
Hammer, I plead with you...
Posted by Hyper Sweats Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 1:44 PM
please don't hurt 'em.
With the arrival of the Philadelphia Phillies, I returned my slight behind to a cold seat at AT&T Park for the first time since beginning of April. Purchased some nice seats from the Masons (- beware of the Illuminati) and gathered some homies to attend. It was a clear Mother's Day, nearing 60 F, but we couldn't tell since we were sitting back in the handicapped GrandMother seats (Grandmother's Day, Babin Den, is celebrated in late January in Bulgaria; Grandparents' Day is celebrated in early September in US) and it was colder than a Bulgarian witch's tit. The game was good, but not compelling enough to help us forget about the cold. Ultimately, the Giants won on Steve Holms' first major league home run - but who cares about that? Real baseball fans don't really like the Giants, do they? (Jason V. excluded.)
It took seeing MC Hammer for excitement to warm our blood. Al pointed out that Hammer had just walked by us, and I assumed he was joking. In the moments following, a well-dressed black man was shaking hands in the stands near the field. Al noted again that it was Hammer, and I realized he wasn't joking - I should have trusted the Oakland native to spot an East Bay legend. A few short minutes later, I jumped and the Reverend of Rap was kind enough to take a moment for us to capture a photo together. Did I mention he looked sharp?
Photos by Mike Thorn
Another of Mike's Hammer pics was celebrated as today's Photo du Jour on the SFist blog. You can check that out here: http://sfist.com/2008/05/13/photo_du_jour_1_26.php. Also, a little surprised that Hammer didn't mention our encounter on his Twitter site. Sign up now and you can receive text messages from him.
PS Check out the new Prodigy record - HNIC II. It's hot. Horror rap? Tell me what you think. Check out some of those beats.
http://rapidshare.com/files/108833132/prod.rar
Bush Rules*
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 1:34 PM
Thanks George W. Bush.
I said it. Don't think I'll say it again. But I do love free money - TAX REBATE! I spent that shit right away too. Just like I was supposed to. It worked.
Cruised down to the South Bay like a bat out of hell (well, not really - I borrowed Ian's car, and it shakes at 70, so much unlike Sammy Hagar, I could only drive 55) on Saturday in my roundabout journey to Berkeley for the Soul Knockout. I picked up two 1200s, a mixer and some hardcases on the cheap down in Milpitas - never thought I would have reason to say "Milpitas" again when not talking about Dave & Buster's (soon, Todd... soon, I promise).
* This title only actually rings true when read as double entendre.
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Weekend Rap
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 12:00 PM
Had a pretty busy weekend. Started off by checking out art show. It was overwhelming! So many friends, and just people in general. Many a pretty person there, and some cool art to boot. Don't worry if you missed this, you can still stop by the Luggage store Wednesday thru Saturday 12 - 5 pm. If you haven't gotten a chance to pick up the Hot and Cold Magazine, contact Chris chris@keepsakesociety.com or Griffin griffin@keepsakesociety.com. It's $30 and they are really proud of it. Amy and Richard (the Roadie) at 1984 Printing (http://www.1984printing.com/) worked hard printing the majority of these magazines up, and they look great.
Challenger was, per usual, good times. My personal fav song of the night that we played was prob "Speedin" by Rick Ross and R. Kelly. I already dug the song, but I was quickly reminded of what a rad jam it was when hearing it over the system. Speaking of the system, there were some unfortunate technical difficulties, and hopefully they'll/we'll have that worked out before next time.
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Really came out on top at the record swap in Oakland - paid $10 for Quicksand "Slip" LP w/ Smiths cover. Paid $15 for Swiz "Hell Yes, I Cheated" 12". Was on an unexpected East Coast Hardcore kick this day. Besides the aforementioned, I got the other two OG YOT records I didn't have, 1st Wrecking Crew LP, 1st Slapshot 12", 1st SOIA LP, Quicksand "Manic Compression" - all these for $5-15 each. Grabbed OG copy of "The Evil One" by Roky Erickson, Dead Moon "Crack in the System" LP, as well as Augustus Pablo, David Bowie and Byrds LP. Skipped over OG press of Turbonegro "Apocalypse Dudes", missed "Nightfall" by Candlemass, already had Cro Mags "Age of Quarrel" (great copy went for $20).
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appearance (I was running unusually late), and a couple friends were able to come out and see us play for the first time - one in particular made the trek down from the time forgotten hippie/fishing town of Bolinas. On the way home from dropping E off, I got on 80, only to realize, I didn't have cash in my wallet. I was ready for bed as it was, but got off, got cash in Emeryville. Got back on highway, stopped at toll booth, heard a little beep, drowsily handed my in the direction of the tollbooth lady. Her: "You got Fastrack." Me: "Huh??" *Handing the 20 closer to her.* Her: "You got Fastrack." Me: "Oh, shit."
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Photos by Mike Thorn
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May's Got Soul
Posted by Hyper Sweats Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 10:55 AM
Casilla Later??
Posted by Hyper Sweats Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 11:30 PM
2 comments Labels: A's, baseball, Frank Thomas, Jack Cust, Oakland Athletics, Santiago Casilla
Reggae Music
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 8:09 AM
If you haven't been before, I highly suggest showing up at Club Oasis in Oakland (by the Lake) sometime around midnight on a Wednesday night. I don't make it out very often myself, as staying out late on a Wednesday is hard enough, let alone doing that in the East Bay (I am a city resident, despite my frequent posts regarding the East Bay). However, if you are interested and able - you WILL NOT be disappointed. Lion Rock is the most fun dancehall night I've ever attended, and short of the early Hollertronix parties, prob the most fun DANCE night I've gone to before. Ten dollars may be a lot to spend to go out on a Wednesday night, but hanging outside with a really ethnically diverse crowd in an open air patio with a great, loud sound system really gets you your money's worth. Jah Yzer (from Jah Warrior Shelter Hi Fi crew) spins heavy hitters along with a couple other regular DJs. However, if you are a woman, and you don't go out dancing that often, I would suggest bringing a guy with you - you are likely to make "friends" quickly.
Lion Rock @ Club Oasis
Wednesdays, 135 12th St, Oakland, CA $10
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I thought I would post up some music for your enjoyment. Joe Gibbs was a producer of some great reggae artists/songs, and he died in February. The Heatwave blog from the UK posted a tribute to him a few days after his death. The last four songs are productions by Joe Gibb's sons.
Download the 16 minute long mix here. Check the tribute site for track listing.
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Lastly, I am excited about going to see Baby Cham on Sunday. He is playing at Club 6 and will be playing on the small stage in the basement. Irie Dole (also from Jah Warrior Shelter) will be DJing along with others. Should be a good time!
Baby Cham w/ Irie Dole, more
Sunday, May 11, Club 6, 60 6th St (a few doors down from Matador), $30!
Ghetto Story w/ Alica Keys
Ghetty Story w/ Akon
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Happy Decade, Temple
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 12:17 AM
0 comments Labels: Chummy Alexanian, freddy corbin, jason mcafee, Party, tattoos, temple tattoo
Vinyl Siding
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 12:03 AM
This coming Saturday (May 10) Negative Tom and co. will be holding a record (and other shit) swap in Oakland. It's from 12-6 pm in a warehouse where a dude named Donnie lives. This should be cool - N. Tom buys/sells a lot of records, and I know that Martin S. will be there selling off some of his ridiculous collection. As you know, Challenger DJs span the scope with our musical interests - you will find me there scouring for some punk records I probably should have picked up in the first place.
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Bountiful Art
Posted by Hyper Sweats Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 11:46 PM
And before you come to Challenger, be sure to stop by the Hot and Cold Magazine's massive art show. This is the culmination of the extremely hard work by my friends Chris and Griffin. You will not be disappointed. It is right around the corner from Matador at the Luggage Store Gallery. This event is free, and there will be a few musical performances, in addition to the visual art.
2 comments Labels: art show, Chris Duncan, zines
This Friday - May Challenger
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 11:32 PM
The nice people at Matador were kind enough to bring us back, so grab your personal fan/mist-er and bring your ass out down to SoMa. The May installment of Challenger is this Friday, May 9th at Matador Bar at 10 6th St in SF.
0 comments Labels: dance, Party
If You're Holding Up the Wall, then You're Missing the Point...
Posted by Hyper Sweats at 11:11 PM
Hey, welcome to the first Transmission from Descent. This will be a forum for those of us involved with the Challenger Party to write/share whatever random shit is going on in our heads. We'll post pics from the parties, as well as let you know about some other stuff that we're into. Thanks for taking the time to come read. See you Friday!