Planning For Lucify's Concert (Nov 25)

Too bad I ain't working in the chinese music industry (very lucrative indeed), tho' I just turned down an asst managerial position in one of the big record labels, cos my mandarin sucks to the core. Thanks to non-existent mandarin classes in the states. Will def. be a laughing stock.

Confirmed Lucify's concert with The Emerald Hill Group already which will fall on Nov 24, Saturday 6.30pm - 8.30pm @ dbl O. Thus, if you're a J-Rock fan, you'll probably like their style. Lucify's schedule is pretty packed; fresh from the 'Superband' competition. They're performing @ the Indoor Stadium again on the 24th Oct, following a Japanese Embassy Event, after which a charity event alongside acts like Energy & Milk. Life is looking good for these boys.
In the midst of deciding which venue for their probable cd launch in 2007. Either Babyface / St James'.

After reading Razak's post, I also agree we should have a band. However, upon that, I also realise that we all don't have the time, which is the most essential factor.
Well.. maybe when we're 50. bah....

looking at the artiste registry/list that Tektile has gave me ideas that will change the band scene in Singapore....hehehehe.... checkout the list:-

Mel - vocals, keys
Spencer - lead guitar
Lance - guitar
Azman - bass guitar/latin percussions
Luke - drums/percussions
Mark - Sax

damn!! we should start practising some Canto/M-pop stuff, R&B stuff, Rock hits, .... and we're ready to go!!!

St. James Powerhouse... here we come!! and our band should be called THE POWER of JAMES'S HOUSE......

the rest of the playas.... GROUPIES!!!

Self Plug - Top 10 ...& St James' Powerstation Invites

Hiaks Hiaks, I'm finally in the Top 10. 9th to be exact.
I ain't a DJ , so it'll do for now.

It's tough for a musician already ya know...:)
Maybe I'll start teaching my students how to play electronic music instead of pop/classical.

Luke's already started playing @ St James' Powerstation with the Puzzle Band led by Sky, Slyvester Sim, William Scorpion & Celeste on rotation while friends Tommy, Wayne & Patrick glam it up as the Queen Band. The official grand opening of it's first outlet 'Dragonfly' is on Oct 3rd from 7-11pm, tho' it's already open with the soft launch last Sunday. Super long performance sets from 7pm till 5am. Fortunately, there are two bands, thus thay play alternate sets. Imagine having to play 6 sets, 1 hr each. PURE TORTURE! Plus, a ridiculous amount of Hennessy/Martell downed within that time span.
For invites, do drop me an sms, as I have two pairs of invites left.
Btw, ONLY if you enjoy 'Canto' & Mandarin Pop.
http://www.stjamespowerstation.com

http://www.dragonfly.sg

Beautiful When We're Like Animals....?

can't help but thinking about the pix..... so beautiful yet insulting, yet intriquing, yet ...... not yet! sometimes, its like music..... the more we tried being creative, the more it sucks!! just listen to Oakie's new album. It sucks!! (sorry Oakie's fans)..... maybe sticking to basics will help....

and.... whats with people adoring profanities in hip hop....? MTV promoting foul-mouthed rappers....? what about artistes such as Groove Junkies, Lenny Fontana, Audiowhores, King Unique..... they have songs talking about 'the right direction'......

I know what.....!!!!! MTV is run by the devil.....!!!! and he listens to hip hop!!!!

maybe we should go back being homosapiens, animals..... we don't have to worry about all this, about why reggaeton is so bloody un-creative......

need my medicine now.....

Lee Ritenour - Overtime

Had a listen after recommendations from a colleague of mine, Leandro.

Relatively some straightahead numbers filled with soulful and creative playing. Basically Lee Ritenour sounds very much like Wes Montgomery on songs like 'Blue in green'. In spite of co-arranging it with one of my favourite jazz greats, Dave Grusin (Piano), the album sways away from the norm.

Vocal numbers are much more in the r&b/smooth vein and are largely throwaways despite the presence of Ivan Lins.
This album will probably only satisfy his greatest fans, as jazz listeners would def. be turned off by the vocals but pop/smooth fans will only tolerate his more adventurous originals.


For me...3 1/2 Outta 5

What do you think?

Leandro < --- Tell me what you think ;)

Countdown to our darling's big day

If you don't know already, our trance darl is getting married. Much Love & heartfelt congratulations to Ben & Bing Yee.

The Big Day's on Oct 8th btw..

We're trying to rush a bachelor's party but I don't know if it'll realise in time.

News is Razak & Yukun will be helming the decks that afternoon. (i think)

Well, to me, love is life's only hope. You get the jist...

MUAKZ.. from everyone @ Tektile

Next up in line....Aloysius Ho (Nov 3)

Mastered CD

Just received the mastered cd from our mastering engineer, Giri, from Focal Pro Audio who also happens to be a friend of ours.
Some minor adjustments before we're done.

The Tracklist Sneak Peak : -

1 . Xtac - Emotion of the Ocean
2. Mel - The Kokyu Curse
3. Yukun - An Evening Serenade
4. 3volve - Loneliness
5. Mel - Lansing Solitude
6. Razaq - Who Shook My Wh**e?!
7. Xtac - Beyond The Horizon
8. Mel - Memoirs of A Jewish Man

You should know where to listen to some of these tracks.

Meanwhile, stay in anticipation for the ones you haven't.

If you've made a great track lying in your computer somewhere, do send it over ;)

Mel's Self Promo for MP3.Com Charts

Mel Climbs the Mp3.com.au Charts from 19 to 15 and recently to 13 (House)

http://www.mp3.com.au/charts/20-9-2006/artists/60/page1.asp

Memoirs of a Jewish Man Drops to No. 96 (Ambient Charts)
Razaq's Who Shook my Wh**E?! also drops to No. 73 (Breakbeat Chart)
The Kokyu Curse rises up to No. 53 (Ambient Charts)

The rest are too far away to be mentioned ..lol

Enough of self-plugs

The Tektile 'Live' Outfit has been offered two performances in Colombo, Sri Lanka for NYE
Razaq may not make it...rats..

Design O Competition Results Show (Sponsored by Carlsberg)

The Results Show 9-11
Free Flow of Carlsberg during that stipulated time frame
10pm - Showcase from Razaq & Mel
(We didn't really showcase anything, except Razaq's - Who Shook my Whore?!)
Wanted to broadcast the MTV, but decided to save it for the cd launch instead.

Winner of Design Competition - Steven Lim
(Not that whacko)

Well, he walks away with a Maxxium limited edition watch, a year's membership @ dbl O & Cash

Andy our designer opted to stay out of the competition. The designs on show were as aptly put by a friend of ours ; 'Fierce'

See you in October for the real thing.

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