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Member Since10/2/2006
Band Websitewww.reason2b.net
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Record LabelKing A Ling records
Type of LabelIndie


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Dec 31 2009 9:00P
RAISON D’ETRE NEW YEAR EVE PARTY London

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   About RAISON DETRE LONDON MUSIC COLLECTIVE
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Hello, Hola, Bonjour and Welcome to London's Premier International Music Lovers Bash!

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THE COLLECTIVE:
Raison D'Etre, French for "Reason for being" is a community of International Music & Art Lovers. Created by Musician/DJ/Promoter Yvan Serrano-Fontova aka HEALER SELECTA and Crystal, in the soulful heart of London (Shoreditch-Hackney) in the early naughties, Raison D’Etre now reaches over 25.000 music lovers. With more then 120 different nationalities on board our mailing list, we are proud to represent a part of the London's wonderful cosmopolitanism.
Since 2000, Raison D'Etre- Reason2b Collective has established in London, and around the world, a solid reputation alongthe like minded music fans and in the music and entertainment business. Raison D'Etre Collective organises quality and unique Live Music Events and highly popular Club Nights. RAISON D'ETRE supports and believes in underground/independent musicians/artists by pioneering a successful and innovative promotion strategy. This helps young talent to get exposure, experience, A&R and success in music, poetry, dance, photography, etc.. By doing so Raison D'Etre Collective has gained a wonderful reputation and the utmost respect. An already phenomenal movement in London, the domino effect is taking" the Raison D’Etre sound" global!
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Shingai/Noisettes - Charlie Winston live at Raison D'etre 2002 to 2009
Photo Steph Dray
ARTISTS-BANDS FROM THE RAISON D'ETRE COLLECTIVE:
For the last 10 years a large number of very successful artists and musicians have come from the RAISON D'ETRE COLLECTIVE some even reaching the charts in the UK, FRANCE, USA, etc.. and more highly talented artists are joining the collective every week.
To name a few, THE NOISETTES - CHARLIE WINSTON - HEALER SELECTA - SIZE NINE - THE DUSTAPHONICS - MIRANDA BARBER - VENTRILOQUIST - THE CEDARS - JESSIE & THE ORBITS - PORTICO QUARTET - ASHER STORM - HINDA HICKS - MEDI & THE MEDICINE SHOW - EMILY LOISEAU - BIJOU NOIR - STEPH DRAY - SARITAH- NATTY - ERROL LINTON - EMI INABA - LAXULA - JUNKYARD SCIENTISTS - OPHELIA LOVIBOND - FILTHY SIX - ALEX MILLS - JEZEBEL SEXTET - BIKINI BEACH BAND - CLAIRE NICOLSON - SARITAH - MAX GREEWOOD - LITTLE GEORGE - PEYOTI FOR PRESIDENT - MONDESIR and many many more.
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Asher Storm - The Dustphonics - Crystal Compere at Raison D'Etre
Photo by Steph Dray
THE RAISON D'ETRE SHOW:
Raison D'Etre Shows have a unique atmosphere and positive creativity that reaches out to souls across London and the world. RAISON D'ETRE SHOWis a highly popular live music event and fantastic DJ sessions, promoting new music yet treasuring vintage music.
So, why do so many people love Raison D'Etre? And what is all about? The Raison D'Etre Show! It's quite simply about music, it is one of London's most esteemed night out – an event for music lovers in the know, because it is friendly with a unique " extraordinaire ambiance", an eclectic party that prizes quality New & Vintage music above anything else! The Raison D'Etre Show offers a care-free atmosphere that you won't find anywhere else, this is where London’s international community of artists/musicians and music lovers get together to celebrate cosmopolitanism, humanism, and musicism.
The Raison D'Etre Show ask you for just one thing: "don't forget your smile and your magic dancing shoes". The party will host, as usual, the finest bands, with the legendary Healer Selecta presiding over the evening's proceedings, designed to get the whole crowd dancing, smiling and feeling good. It is also the best, most original niche, a real honey pot to find new talents, and the new stars of tomorrow.
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Healer Selecta at Raison D'Etre
Photo Steph Dray
Some PRESS ABOUT RAISON D'ETRE SHOW & COLLECTIVE
TIME OUT: "Raison D'Etre, One of the very best things in all London, no mistake"
GUARDIAN:: "So culturally diverse, it blow every square mind in the building! Can you deal?"
METRO:This unique & truly international gathering of like-minded creative souls called Raison d'Etre. Artistically directed and hosted by Dj Healer Selecta putting together eclectic and fresh cutting edge live music from around the world. An indisputably generous show of the best underground sound via London town!.. (2002)
EVENING STANDARD: London's finest Arty Collective. (Evening Standard)
THE TIMES: This is the definitive event to celebrate music and dance in London and London can not get enough of this..
THE INDEPENDENT:The London Clubbing phenomenon
BBC RADIO: Healer Selecta's ever-awesome Raison d'Etre" (Peter Croft at BBC London Radio)
KULTURE FLASH LONDON: Healer Selecta and Crystal, the minds behind Raison d'Etre, make it clear that this is for music-lovers. The real beauty (and you can find smile-making beauty here) is the musical journey that you may not get to hear anywhere else.BE WARNED: THE ATMOS IS ADDICTIVE
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Healer Selecta Live - Portico Quartet at Raison D'Etre 2005
Photo Steph Dray
BOOKING RAISON D'ETRE SHOW:
Raison D'Etre - Reason2b Collective is also an Artists Booking Agency, offering Event Organization services for festivals, venues and private parties. Raison D'Etre - Reason2b Collective is run by Music Lovers for Music lovers.
BOOKING RAISON STAGE/MARQUEE AT YOUR FESTIVAL:
We can organise your event, festival Stage, etc.. RAISON D'ETRE’s knowledgeable booking agency can provide you with the most talented and down to earth artists, musicians, Party DJ's, bands, cabaret acts and stage managers. We are passionate in our work: international culture, Community, Music and making people have a good time is our primary goal for every event we are booked for. We can, with our friendly and professional production team, organize and manage a whole stage/marquee to the highest professional standard, ensuring it runs smoothly and groovy from start to finish, our amazing acts will make your next party sound unique and please you and any other music lovers around. (Stoke Fest London 2007-08, Glastonbury Festival 2007-08, Shoreditch Festival 2003, etc..)
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COLLABORATION with Venues, Festivals,Magazine, Major Artists:
SOMERSET HOUSE / GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL / STOKE FEST LONDON / TIME OUT MAGAZINE VV BROWN / FILM 4 / MANU CHAO / JAZZ CAFE LONDON / KOKO LONDON / METROPOLIS MUSIC / MEAN FIDDLER / CLEAR CHANNEL / CHARLIE WINSTON MARKETING UK since 2002/ VINCE POWER MUSIC GROUP/ PIGALLE CLUB / BO DIDDLEY LONDON SHOW / V&A MUSUEM PRIVATE PARTY / DICK DALE LONDON SHOW / IKE TURNER LONDON SHOW / EARTHA KITT LONDON SHOW / THE LUMINAIRE / LONDON UNIVERSITIES OF ARTS & FASHION / MAYFAIR ART CLUB / HOOTANANNY BRIXTON / RHYTHM FACTORY LONDON / FRINGE BRIGHTON FRINGE FESTIVAL / FESTIVAL JAZZ EN LIMOUSIN / BELLRAYS LONDON SHOW / NUIT DU FUNK FESTIVAL / CHELSEA ART OF SCHOOL LONDON / THE SPITZ / RITA MITSOUKO LONDON SHOW / CARGO LONDON / MADAME JOJO / THE PARLURE TENT / MAR DE FONDO FESTIVAL NOIA SPAIN/MAGIC MIROR TENT / SPEGIELTENT / ZAGREB CITY FESTIVAL / JAMM BRIXTON / LE BARON PRIVATE CLUB PARIS / PUNK SOHO / SHOREDITCH FESTIVAL 2003 / MASS BRIXTON / CORSICA STUDIO / MAC BETH SHOREDITCH / 93 FEET EAST, etc..
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Size Nine Live- Breakdancer at Raison D'Etre
Photo Steph Dray
RAISON D'ETRE ART WORK DESIGN:
Raison D'etre's design by Crystal LaMia, All Photos from Raison D'Etre show by Steph Dray, Ian Hunter, Crystal, Healer Selecta.
OFFICIAL GODFATHER & GODMOTHERS OF RAISON D"ETRE COLLECTIVE:
Hard work and perseverance always pays off and due the passion for what we do, we have the support and backup from the pioneers & the legends of the music we all love. We are delighted to say that our official "Presidentes et President D'Honneur " are:
WANDA JACKSON: The Legendary Rock' N 'Roll Hall Of Fame, you can book Wanda Jackson Show with Raison D'Etre Collective, Healer Selecta is the UK Agent for that artist.
SPANKY WILSON: The Icon of Northern Soul & Funk-Jazz
BO DIDDLEY (RIP): The Rhythm & Blues God and Legend, Bo gave us so many tips about the so called "music industry". At Raison D'Etre, music is not an industry but a love affair and a way of living. Bo we love you for ever! And thank you so much again.
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HEALER & SPANKY HEALER & BO DIDDLEY
CONTACT or/Join RAISON D'ETRE COLLECTIVE
Our Artistic Director, Music Program Booker is Yvan Serrano-Fontova aka Healer Selecta. If you are a Music Fan and want to be part of the movement, please feel free to subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
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The Cocabelles

The Cocabelles



Nov 22 2009 12:32 AM

Hey there,
absolutely LOVE what you do!!!
love from us to you
The Cocabelles
xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Dominique Young Unique ***EP out NOW***

Dominique Young Unique ***EP out NOW***



Nov 22 2009 12:32 AM

Hi!
yoyo

yoyo



Nov 8 2009 12:12 PM

Thanks for being friends :)
Hope you like our old school Soul Music.
Have a wonderful week!
Rola ™

Rola- B-String



Nov 8 2009 12:12 PM

Thanks for the add. Greetings from Hungary.
Dickie

Dickie Harrell



Nov 8 2009 12:12 PM

  COOL SITE AND A JOB WELL DONE.ROCK ON.

DICKIE HARRELL

THE ''BLUECAPS''
 

THE BAD DOGS

THE BAD DOGS



Nov 8 2009 12:11 PM

Good vibes here, thanks for the support!

Love,

THE BAD DOGS
Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page



Sep 24 2009 12:39 AM

Heala Selecta – “You Are Listening to”
played on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show - BBC 6Music.
Listen again on http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/funk_soul/"
Junkyard Scientists

Junkyard Scientists



Sep 22 2009 8:26 AM

Hi guys.
Thanks for your support. Hope you enoyed our funky tunes.
Got a new Demo track "Mystical" up so come by have a listen and let us know what you think.
Thanks
Junkyard Scientists
X
lolo

lolo



Sep 22 2009 8:24 AM

"THE FULLMARY'S"
(punk, garage, rock'n'roll)

en concert le 6 mars
"Les Matins Céladons" (limoges)
21h30 concert GRATOS!!!!

Miranda Barber

Miranda Barber



Sep 22 2009 8:24 AM

Allo lovely, thought you might be interested in the new music vid for King Of The Island, last track on the album. Oz shot it in our last hour and a half of sunshine in la gomera just after christmas.


Love loads, M x
Lili Poivert

Lili Poivert



Sep 22 2009 8:21 AM

YEAH! Thanks.
the Jim Jims (UK)

the Jim Jims (UK)



Sep 22 2009 8:21 AM

Hello,
thanks muchly for the add-lovely stuff!
All the best, the Jim Jims :)
SoulCyde

SoulCyde



Sep 22 2009 8:18 AM

Bonjour Yvan...we loved gracing your nite with a lil Soulcyde flavour..hope your enjoying the album.
Ps. your girl Aina is a real sweetie:)

Passe une bonne journée, fait attention a toi.
Natz x
Sitzka

Sitzka



Sep 22 2009 8:16 AM

Thanks!!!

X
Sitzka
Sarah the witch

Sarah the witch



Aug 20 2009 10:51 PM

merci pour l'invitation mon ami. Vous avez des baisers de la famille KAY.
Garage Noir

Garage Noir



Aug 19 2009 11:16 PM

Welcome Raison d'Etre to Garage Noir. Your comments are invited.

To be.

GN
Paul Song Lyricist - A Pocket Full of Songs

Paul Song Lyricist - A Pocket Full of Songs



Aug 19 2009 4:13 PM

Cheers for the add & hope you like my songs & stuff:)!
Good luck & all the best from Paul:)!

Laceysjam

Janet Lacey



Aug 19 2009 4:13 PM

What a great idea so glad to be your friend.
the Jim Jims (UK)

the Jim Jims (UK)



Aug 1 2009 8:44 PM

Ooh- v nice indeed!
Have a nice time in Spain,
The Jim Jims x
Betty Steeles

Betty Steeles



May 27 2009 10:50 AM

oooh hello c u at vibe bar 5th may
Mat Lloyd - For people who don't read poetry!

Mat Lloyd - For people who don't read poetry!



May 16 2009 3:36 PM

Hello, please take a look at my new video and tell me what you think!

onkitonk

onkitonk



Mar 20 2009 12:17 AM

Thanks for the add.
Onkitonk
THE EXCELLOS

THE EXCELLOS



Jan 28 2009 6:34 PM

THANKS FOR THE ADD!!!
Junkyard Scientists

Junkyard Scientists



Jan 26 2009 9:24 PM

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Juliana Lisk

Juliana Lisk



Jan 27 2009 10:04 AM

Hey guys,

thanks for the addage : )
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