Past Members:
Ilker Yucel (guitars & programming)
Kevin Keier (guitars)
Influences
David Bowie, Joy Division, Gary Numan & Tubeway Army, Talking Heads, Kraftwerk, KMFDM, Skinny Puppy, Ministry, Apoptygma Berzerk, VNV Nation, The Cure, Pink Floyd, Nine Inch Nails, The Beatles, Meat Beat Manifesto, Project Pitchfork, Covenant, Wumpscut, Parliament, New Order, The Crystal Method, Depeche Mode, Chemlab, Blur, Psychic TV, Swans, Ludwig von Beethoven, Aerosmith, The Chemical Brothers and a great deal of Buddhist philosophy....
Dharmata 101 was formed in 1997 by frontman/composer Jsun Bruner, after dissolving his prior project- which was a psychedelic folk project involving programmed rhythms called Mellow No. 5. The project was originally put together as a large deviation from the sappy, light-hearted work of Mellow No. 5 in the interest of making more lyric-driven music; particularly after Bruner became fascinated with Buddhist philosophy after reading "The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying".
In 1999, dharmata101 finished work on its first album entitled, "The Five Shackles". Lacking the lyrical depth and musical composition originally intended to be the benchmark of the project, the album was shelved. Bruner then began work on his current body of work, "Protest Songs for the Content". The project's style began to change after Bruner became influenced by EBM and the burgeoning futurepop scene that he was surrounded by living in Europe. In 2000, Bruner moved back to the United States and began playing the projects first shows in small coffee shops in Idaho. In 2002, Bruner moved back to his home in Northern Virginia where he hired live guitarist Kevin Keier. Over the next few years, dharmata 101 would play a handful of live shows per year, including opening for such acts as God Module, Haujobb, Assemblage 23, and Bella Morte; as well as playing festivals such as Nuclearfest 2008 (Washington, DC) and Exogenesis 2008 (Springfield, MO).
In February 2007, dharmata 101 self-released "Protest Songs for the Content", which was then later remastered and re-released by Radio-Active-Music.com - the band's current label. Curently, dharmata 101 is just JSun Bruner . The band is pursuing live opportunities over the US, as well as working on both new material and an upcoming remix EP featuring remixes of PSFTC.
Discography:
Transcendental Hygiene June 2009 - Radio-Active-Music.com
Electro-Arc Compilation 3 (ft. "Outline (of My Shadow)") December 2007 - Electro Arc
Protest Songs for the Content October 2007 - Radio-Active-Music.com
Label Sampler 2007 (ft. "Baselead") August 2007 - Radio-Active-Music.com
Goth/Industrial Compilation 2007 (ft. "A Flame (in the Vapour)") March 2007 - Strangeland Records
Protest Songs for the Content February 2007 - self-released
"Everything about this new edition of Protest Songs for the Content is an improvement over the original; even the artwork of a spray-painted slash over the flag of Washington, DC possesses a sheen of professional quality that complements the music perfectly. While still a local act, Dharmata 101 make clear with this album that the scope of their vision is far-reaching, with lyrical topics as universal as politics and spirituality and musical influences as diverse as the world has to offer. It is these elements on Protest Songs for the Content that help to mark Dharmata 101 as an exciting and strong new force in today's underground music scene."
- ReGen Magazine
Live at Jaxx on 4/11/2008, opening for Bella Morte:
Buy our albums online at Radio-Active-Music.com, or at online outlets such as iTunes or CDBaby!
With an assembly that includes members of Ministry (Warner Bros.) and Thrill Kill Kult (Rykodisc), it's obvious project .44 has a firm grasp on the aggro/industrial/tek metal scene...
There is currently a search for two types of bands for record label consideration.
*** Note: PLEASE IDENTIFY IF YOU ARE IN GROUP 1 OR 2 IN YOUR RESPONSE. Emails are being reviewed by different representatives.
1. A Pop/Rock/Commercial band with female lead. Band must consist of 2 guitars (Prefer both guitar players to be of lead caliber. However, one lead and one rhythm is acceptable), keyboard/piano, bass, and drums. Lead vocal, followed by backing vocals, in that order, is a plus as it relates to other members of the group. Average age of the band cannot exceed 28 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
2. A Modern Rock band with male lead. Must be a complete band but there are no prerequisites as it relates to the make up of the band. Average age of the band cannot exceed 23 years of age.
* Group must have an outstanding lead vocalist. ** Musicianship throughout the entire band must be very strong. *** Group cannot currently be under any contract of any type that is related to the music industry.
XXX - If you meet the minimum qualifications as described above. Email a link for your MySpace Page and if applicable, a link for your website to: recordingartistsearch@gmail.com
Only send one email with your links. Due to the volume of responses normally received for these types of opportunities. After review of your material, you will only be contacted if there is an interest in attending one of your shows by a label representative. As such please to not send any follow up emails regarding selections. If you were not contacted back, there was not an interest.
Urban Chemistry along with Technocolor invite you to our monthly premiere drum n bass event on Saturday Sep 19th...
SUBMORPHICS
Submorphics is Chicago-based producer and lifetime musician Greg Axelrad. Originally a duo consisting of Greg and longtime friend Ryan Lolas, late 2006 saw Greg taking full control over the project as a solo artist.
Drawing on influences such as soul, rare groove, jazz, hip hop, 70s rock, deep house and film soundtracks, Submorphics' eclectic musical DnB output has received widespread global support from artists such as Makoto, High Contrast, LTJ Bukem, Marky, Danny Byrd, Big Bud, Alix Perez, Nookie and many more.
A crowd favorite on the decks as well, Submorphics DJ schedule has increased in 2007-2008, playing coast-to-coast in the states, as well as touring in the UK and Europe. His sets encompass a wide variety of rolling musical dnb, as well as taking it more edgy and experimental, providing a diverse selection of beats every time.
With releases out and forthcoming on labels like Spearhead Recordings , Westbay Recordings, Phunkfiction Recordings, Sonorous Music, Vibez Recordings, Intrinsic Recordings, Blu Saphir Recordings, Future Retro Records and Cymbalism Recordings, Submorphics is becoming a strong force in an already thriving new-school North American drum n bass scene.
Now signed to LA/London-based Westbay Recordings for 2009, Submorphics has a plethora of forthcoming material to look out for in the new year, as well as some tidy remixes.
We are having our first reunion party at Respectable Street Cafe, and would love to see all our friends past and present to celebrate and rekindle the great memories. We are taking it back to the old school...
Hosted By: Johnny Dangerously
When: Sunday, September 06, 2009
Where: Respectables 518 Clemaits St. West Palm Beach 33401
Description: AfterDark was the longest running electronic dance weekly lasting 7 years, in what has hailed to be the longest running nightclub in America...Respectable Street Cafe....Only the best DJ's have performed here, and DJ ICEY was one of our favorites and pioneers...after a 10 year absense from this venue, DJ ICEY returns, to the venue that at one time he hailed as one of his favorites...
I wanted to stop by and give you my latest retro dj mix. I've been inspired lately to share my passion and influences of my past by getting behind the decks and mixing up some of my all time favorites. This installment commemorates some of my favorite hip hop and R&B tracks of all time which in essence where my inspiration as a breaks producer.
I also wanted to remind you that next weekend I am celebrating my birthday at Kung Fu Hustle in Miami and would love to see you there if you're in town.
I wanted you to have a copy of my most memorable CD "Perfect Timing" with my compliments and also personaly invite you to my birthday party on Saturday August 15th. I really hope you make it out. Enjoy the mix.
Tracklist:
1. Sage "Habit" 2. AGH "Yummy 99" 3. CDEE & Dove "Beatbox" 4. DJ Icey "Position In Love" 5. Sebatu "Prayer" 6. Merlyn "Bring Your Love" 7. Atmospherix "Dancefloor Driveby" 8. D-Love "Make Like A Trigger" 9. Oz & Storm "No Stoppin" 10. Lustral "Everytime"
The party is located in a new venue called Poprox in Miami Beach, right by Nikki Beach...you can email me for more details.
Visit the website above for more information on this awesome music festival! Purchase your tickets, and enter STU as the promo code to instantly save $10 on your ticket!
In celebration of my 20 years in the music industry as a dj, and my appreciation for everyone's support throughout the years as well as new found friends and fans along the way, I have compiled and mixed a collection of some of my all time favorites from the era I started dj'ing - THE 80's.
This is a definite party starter and great mix for your ride. I am sure that every song in this compilation brings back some great memories for everyone...