Sunday at Cobra Lounge (03/28/10) + Giveaways

We'll continue recording E>N>E:Chicago Rocks every Sunday in March and April at one of our favorite venues in Chicago, Cobra Lounge (235 N. Ashland). Chris Decker, Blake, Danny and the rest of the Sunday staff have always been gracious enough in sharing the space for bands to perform from 6-9PM during our "live on tape" recordings and we definitely appreciate that.

If you'd like to participate on the show as a featured band, or want to help behind the scenes with lighting, camera work, segment producing, interviewing, etc just stop by any Sunday so you can take a look at everything that goes on. This is a multi-camera shoot and our staff is currently composed of eight amazing folks. They'll be more than happy to let you know how things run on any given Sunday (yes I had to go there).

This week we have performances from ARMA and a couple of surprises. We'll also start incorporating comedic acts so if you're interested in sharing some of your comedy (anything PG rated and below, please, due to our prime-time slot on Channel 25), send us an email to info@enchufate.com for more information. We have a few slots open in April so spread the word and come join the fun.

This Sunday we'll be giving away tickets to and ZOE and MOLOTOV! What do you have to do? Show up to the recording! That's it.

After the taping, we usually stick around for the musical enchantment that is Resistol 5000. Good times, people... good times!

ps - DEVILOCKS and STANK STAR open the MOLOTOV SHOW at Congress Theater.

Making Movies - March 21st - Cobra Lounge

Making Movies. Wow. Each time I see them I fall more and more in love. I can't help it. They are that good. Seriously. They play this Sunday at Cobra Lounge together with locals Los Vicios de Papa and Azul de Noche.

See you there.

It's Just Too Bad

Despite a full bar on a Wednesday night, people drinking like there was no tomorrow, everyone enjoying the sounds I was providing and an overall great time being had by all, despite all that the manager at Rock Box decided his two regulars that walked in would feel better if the music was changed.

So my set gets turned off, the hilarious 'ponchis ponchis' music begins and I get asked to leave. Yes. DJ Angelfuk was asked to leave or the police would be called. I know. Ridiculous.

So that was my last appearance at Rock Box and it's too bad because I do like the venue and it's possibilities. However, with management like that, it's a wonder it's still open.

Thank you to the promoters of the night, though, as they defended me as best they could. In no way does my opinion of the venue reflect my opinion of them. They, Vampiro & Heber, still rock.

See you at the next venue!

Rock Box Wednesdays

The guys in charge of handling Wednesday nights at Rock Box (2624 N. Lincoln) have been doing a great job since starting it up a few months ago. Both Antonio (aka Vampiro) and Heber (aka Filet-o-Fish - seriously he resembles the bearded guy from the MickeyD's fish sandwich commercial - "Gimme that filet-o-fish, gimme that fish...oooo") have kept a steady flow of people and bands rocking hump day. The night is dedicated to local rock-en-español bands in Chicago with a few not-so-en-español artists weaved in to mix things up a bit. It makes me happy they chose DJ Pardo to play as well because he's one of the few DJs in the city who doesn't play mainstream crapola (and thank goodness he doesn't do laser imitations either, phew!)


I'm pretty much used to going now every Wednesday, regardless of what band is playing. The vibe is relaxed, the drinks specials are nice (except for the pretend 'glass' glasses which are really plastic and that's just ewww), there's different areas where you can chill, there's lovely s&m vids on the majority of the TV screens, there's free pool and popcorn and, it's just a good time every time I'm there. (Shouts out to Xanga and Brenda for making it even more fun!)

Well, tonight is no exception. My favorite band in the world, whom I will always credit for being the ones to open the door to music for me, [.DESCARGA.], are performing tonight for the first time this year. They've got a couple of surprises including some new tunes. I can't wait to hear them! To give the night an extra dose of sexy we've asked Edwin Days and his new band Future Passion to join us in the night's festivities. If you haven't seen Edwin, oh my. Hot, hot, hot. If for some weird reason you don't enjoy his music at least you'll have eye candy to enjoy during the night. Sweet! (Click on either name to visit their MySpace pages and listen to their music).

It's also St. Patrick's day so as suggested by the organizers, early arrival is recommended.

I have the pleasure of choosing the tunes for the night as DJ Angelfuk so I'll try to keep the good times going 'til the wee hours of the morning. Rock Box closes at 4AM. I know!

See y'all tonight, kiddos.

Dark Room - Saturday, March 13th - Be Counted, Represent Night

I'm happy, excited and nervous to be a part of tomorrow's 'Be Counted, Represent' Night at Dark Room. I'll be DJ beginning at 830PM until local rockers Mr. Gray perform. The night features great music and free give-aways courtesy of Voto Latino and Nacional Records. I hope to see you there. I've been researching my list of music for awhile. Be ready to dance a little dance with me.

Eskucha.com, Voto Latino, Enchufate.com present:

2010 SXSW & Vive Latino artist direct from Mexico City...

VicenteGayo
http://www.myspace.com/vicentegayo
&
Marcelo C. Baez (Nacotheque, NYC)
http://www.myspace.com/impostor

with

Mr. Gray
http://www.myspace.com/mrgrayband

& Latin Alternative Scenester DJS:

DJ Nando
http://www.myspace.com/justnando

Resistol 5000
http://www.myspace.com/resistol5000

DJ Angelfuk
http://www.myspace.com/djangelfuk

Visuals by: Giroscopio
Photography by: Jose Calvo

As part of this special night, all attendees will be granted free admission before 10:30pm and will receive a gratis iTunes card (featuring $25 worth of free music from artists like Jaguares, Nortec Collective, Morrissey, Mos Def, Ozomatli and many others!). Be sure to go to http://www.BeCountedRepresent.com and take the census pledge to get even more free music and downloads from some of our favorite Latin Alternative and electronic artists!

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Darkroom
2210 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL
21+
Doors 8:30pm ~ 3am

FREE before 10:30pm | $10 After
FREE $25 iTunes Gift Cards

Set times:
08:30 DJ Angelfuk
10:00 Mr. Gray
10:45 Resistol 5000
11:30 Vicente Gayo
12:30 - 3:00 Marcelo C. Baez & DJ Nando


Promotional Partners: VotoLatino.org, Eskucha.com, WRTE.org, Enchufate.com, Cafemagazine.com, REmezcla.com, HispanicPro.com, CityVida.com

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About VicenteGayo:

VicenteGayo is a band originating from Satelité, Estado de México, which was formed in mid 2007. VicenteGayo’s sound is defined by the basic elements of rock (lead guitar, bass, and percussion) in conjunction with “circuit bending” (electronic games and synths from the 80’s) created by themselves. This fusion of instruments creates an original sound that is very much their own.

Their first material was recorded in December of 2007 at Asrael Studios (also used by Austin TV), mixed and produced by Erick Espartacus, mastered by Harris Newman (Arcade Fire, Crystal Castles, etc) in Montreal Canada.

The first two singles, “Fin De Transmission” and “G-A-Y-O” have received airplay on major radio stations such as Reactor, EXA, Radio-Ibero, and Interferencia, among others. The video for “Fin De Transmission” has been on regular rotation on MTV Latinoamerica, Telehit, Efecto TV, and Canal Once.

In 2009, VicenteGayo has performed in Mexico’s major cities (Monterrey, Guadalajara, Cd. Juarez, etc) in addition to a Los Angeles performance. Now, in 2010, VicenteGayo has been invited to play at SXSW and more recently has been confirmed to perform at Latin America’s most important “Rock en Español” music festival, Vive Latino.

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Marcelo C. Baez (Nacotheque, NYC)
http://www.myspace.com/impostor

About Marcelo C. Baez:

Marcelo C. Baez (formerly known as Marcelo Cunning) and Amylulita Meneses are the creators of “Nacotheque”, the party dubbed “NYC’s Hottest Indie Rock Party en Español” by URB Magazine.

Nacotheque is a dance party in NYC that highlights new and old, popular and obscure music from all over Latin America and Spain of rock n' roll, new wave, indie rock, baile-funk, nouveau-eighties, electropop, disco, cumbia, punk, and some hip-hop.

The “Nacotheque” phenomenon that begin in 2006 has allowed this dj team the opportunity to perform with an endless list of Latin Alternative Music artist both known and undiscovered.

You know you are doing something right when you are invited to take your show on the road. Since 2007 the Nacotheque DJ team has performed outside of NYC in places such as Puerto Rico (Inde Rocks Music Festival), Austin, Houston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, and international performances in Mexico (Mexico DF, Monterrey, Guadalajra, Tijuana, Puebla), and Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Bilbao, Valencia).

Marcelo is currently producing his own music, having done remixes for bands such as Kinky and Circo, and has a new music project to be announced in 2010.

Sometimes great things happen on a rainy day

I wasn't looking forward to the interview I had this afternoon. Previously, the same artist had acted a bit, shall we say, less than cordial when we had the chance to interview him in NYC during one of the past Latin Alternative Music Conferences. His arrogance precedes him and I'm not one to put up with such nonsense. We're all human, after all, and there is absolutely no need to feel superior to your brother or sister on this planet. Seriously.

Regardless, I made a commitment to get the job done and decided that whatever attitude he gave me I would simply be a blank slate. I was there to get a job done and I would do it to the best of my ability in the most professional manner possible. I would be nice. That much I promised at least one of his most passionate fanatics (Mayra aka Sra. Bunbury). So there I was, a bit nervous as I tend to get before any type of interview. I paced back and forth going over my notes and forgot about his arrogance and simply focused on my end of the deal.

I was told to get ready and while putting the gear together I saw him across the room (he was in another interview) and thought, "Wow, I'd forgotten how tall you were." I re-focused, continued with the task at hand and finally heard my name called.

"Sandra, este es Enrique."

"Enrique, esta es Sandra de Enchufate TV."

He had a glass of wine in one hand and with the other shook mine and kissed me on the cheek. I went ahead and turned my head and kissed him on the other cheek as well. Might as well start the interview out in nice mode, right? Right.

We looked for a spot to sit, he chose one, I sat near him and while the camera operator adjusted the light he asked me about the TV show. I told him we created it as an outlet for local bands to be seen and heard and gave him the time and channel it aired on. He asked if we had "bandas de rock en español" and I said we did, that we focused on latin alternative bands, independent bands and were now including all types of independent bands from Chicago. He said that was a great thing we were doing.

I started the interview and things flowed from there. He opened up. He mentioned his cat a couple of times. He seemed a new individual. My final question was for my own confirmation and understanding and his answer made me smile.

You can watch the interview once we post it on Enchufate.

Thank you, Enrique Bunbury. You were quite lovely today.

-SAT

Gustavo Cerati anuncia dos fechas para gira por EU

Gustavo Cerati, líder y ex-vocalista de Soda Stereo, una de las bandas mas influyentes y reconocidas en la historia del rock Latinoamericano, continúa con su gira internacional, confirmando dos presentaciones en los Estados Unidos, el 28 de Abril en el Nokia Theatre de los Angeles y el 7 de Mayo en el Waterfront Theatre del American Airlines Arena de Miami, presentados por AEG / Goldenvoice.

A las par del lanzamiento de su 5º disco de estudio como solista, Gustavo Cerati continúa su gira Fuerza Natural, que dió inicio hacia finales del año pasado y que ha recorrido varios países del Continente Americano.

Desde el inicio oficial de su carrera como solista en 1999, Gustavo Cerati se ha mantenido ocupado entre giras y conciertos por todo el mundo, colaboraciones y trabajos como productor. A lo largo de toda su carrera solista visitó en gira en reiteradas ocasiones Estados Unidos, la última visita fue en el marco del Tour ¨Me verás volver¨ de Soda Stereo, después de 10 años de separación. Cada uno de sus discos como solista Cerati ha sido elogiado por la prensa y el público en general, recibiendo diversos reconocimientos en Argentina su país natal, premiando su trayectoria artística y eligiéndolo como "Artista de la Década", junto al popular y legendario Charly Garcia.

Su nuevo disco, "Fuerza Natural" es mucho más que un disco. Es un viaje emocionante. Una sucesión de historias rodeadas por la magia del folk, la vibración del pop, el poderío del rock, la manipulación electrónica, el color de la psicodelia y la calidez de los sonidos acústicos. En este disco Gustavo Cerati resume su trayectoria y propone nuevos recorridos, planteando en su trayecto diversos matices, climas y estados de ánimo.

Con "Fuerza Natural" la gira, todo este viaje de sucesos e interpretaciones plasmadas en su nuevo disco, se ve reflejado en concierto en lo que ha sido una de las puestas en escena y gira mas ambiciosas de Cerati.

Boletos para el concierto en Los Angeles ya están a la venta en todas las localidades de Ticketmaster, tiendas de La Curacao y Ritmo Latino. Boletos para el concierto de Miami, estarán a la venta a partir del 12 de Marzo en todas las localidades de ticket master.

Para compra de boletos por teléfono para ambos conciertos marcar 800.745.3000.

Amylu's candy for your ears

Amylulita's Chula Pop Crush Mix - download it for free!

I conrazón the new Si*Se song “This Love”

The first time I heard this band it was through a compilation CD from Putumayo, which at this point I don't remember where I got from. The song evoked memories of my childhood summers spent at the beach, especially those moments when I'd go off on my own, searching for ocean treasures or simply day dreaming about what I'd be when I grew up. The song was Mariposa and it made me feel like a mariposa, a butterfly in bloom.

The band's back with a new song and here's the link for you to listen and enjoy. Go to their website, fan them on MySpace and Facebook and please go out to their show if they're ever in your town.

Si*Se - "This Love"

Shout out, thanks and much love to Miss Nati out in Cali for sharing this.