PERTHQUAKE

IMPORTANT! If you want to win a double pass to Good Vibrations all you need to do is dress up in Halloween costume and come to Maybe Zombies Will Help this Saturday the 30th October at the Norfolk Basement (event info here) to be in with a chance! Jam Music has given us a double pass to giveaway to the best dressed individual on the night! If you win you get to see Faithless, Phoenix, NAS, Damian Marley, Sasha, Cee Lo Green, Kelis and a stack more talented acts all for FREE! Good Vibrations has the most varied dance line-up of the summer, from dubstep to indie to hip hop, so it’s a great chance for you and your friends to catch a load of acts you like and see some stuff you wouldn’t otherwise see. If you’re crazy enough not to come you can still buy your tickets to Good Vibrations from the perthquake store (here).

Maybe Dancing Will Help feat. Bastian’s Happy Flight @ The Norfolk Basement (Fri 3 September)

Well what else can I say but get your ass on down for a good dance, because we’ve already found it does help… but you can’t know it does until you attend! That said Bastian’s Happy Flight will be busting out a dj set, with Jack the Sax-Offender giving it everything he’s got. Support from TCEE, Sleepyhead and Bouncy Castles!

Skrillex @ The Republic (Sat 4 September)

If you enjoy your hard heavy electronic music then The Republic is the place to be this Saturday night. Skrillex is from post-hardcore band From First To Last, and is known as a multi-genre remix enthusiast, with a few pop remixes in there. Support comes from Time Travel Agent, Saylor, Dead Money and Robotskream (ps robotskream is also a very cool Perth blog for those interested in electronic music).

All I can recommend are three events all happening on the same night. I’ll be at the first one spinning some tracks with Toby The Name Dropper and Willy The Sound Dude.

Graz & Harlequin League @ King Tito’s (Fri 27 August)

Modular party dude Graz is hitting up King Tito’s at The East End in Freo. Plus local indie rockers Harlequin League will be playing live. And… some mighty fine dj sets will be provided by Bastian’s Happy Flight, Lightsteed, Friend, Azwin, Buda, Joe Mac, Perthquake, Cooker, Grubby Gorilla and Mr Sparkles. Woah!

Grant Smillie @ Limelite (Fri 27 August)

One half of TV ROCK, co-owner of Neon Records and super club dj Grant Smillie is coming to Limelite to rock your socks off. Touring around the country to showcase his latest mix cd, Neon Essentials 10. Support from Mind Electric and Zelimir.

Lee Combs @ Ambar (Fri 27 August)

Bending boundaries with his tech funk acid sound Lee Combs is credited with reshaping techno, house, electro and breaks. Playing at Ambar on the back of his album Light and Dark. Support from Tee El, Prizzy, Ben Mac and Kill Dyl.

This weekend it’s all about partying hard and voting like you mean it. Since I might have a few peoples attention I might as well get preachy for a second… Don’t do a donkey vote like I was planning to do, go find out about who the candidates are, since you’re forced to vote you might as well make it count! Rant over.

Yolanda Be Cool & DCUP @ Ambar (Fri 20 August)

I’m sure this night won’t be one you want to miss. Expect plenty of funky house, bouncy beats and good fun. Support from Blend, Apres-Ski, Oli and Micah.

Knowledge First Birthday feat. Dj Marky @ Villa (Sat 21 August)

It’s been a year of intense, heavy hitting and packed nights from Knowledge. I know Tom and Pat (Perthquake writers, not randoms) have raved about every event they’ve been to and have enjoyed the variety and quality of acts Knowledge has brought to Perth. Dj Marky is no exception and I know Villa will a great way to celebrate Knowledge! Support from Shockone, QBIK, Muller & Access with MCs Xcessive and Tenacity.

Japan Four feat. Nick Thayer @ Ambar (Sat 21 August)

This guy has worked with so many quality artists and released on so many quality labels, as well as being well known for his club sets. If you’re up for a big dance the hit Ambar on Sat night. Support from Fdel, Marty Mcfly, Philly and Tee El

Cold Blank @ Ambar (Fri 13 August)

Banging electro house anyone? Cold Blank at Ambar is the place to be this Friday night. As I’ve said before I’ve always had a soft spot for Cold Blank tracks and they don’t just do banging beats, there are some great remixes of well known dance tracks which keeps any electro audience interested. Support from Signal Drivers, Grantley Hyde, Tha Nightcrawlaz & Alex Tong.

Richard Vission @ Limelite (Sat 14 August)

I’m sure you’ve heard the electro-house track I Like That and seen the video in your early morning tv adventures. Whether you like the track or not I predict a pretty good party vibe at Limelite this week. Support from big house favs Zel and Mel B.

Midnight Juggernauts @ Capitol (Sat 14 August)

Pretty excited about this one, I haven’t listened to their album too much, but they’re good at pushing new territory in dance music. I don’t really know what else to say, I mean these guys are a great asset to Aus music and you’d be sorry if ya missed them! Support from Dappled Cities and Voltaire Twins.

Well there isn’t a shortage of nights to attend this weekend! Too bad they’re all on the same night…

Maybe Dancing Will Help @ The Norfolk Basement (Fri 6 August)

Troy and I have been busy working on a very smooth set up tomorrow night, displaying our handy-man skills (most work done by Holly and my mum, so props to them). We know Pils has been busy selecting the finest tunes for you, and Hippo Camp and Black Swan are definitely frothing over the excitement of the night. Come join us for some filter-house fun!

Steamworks feat. Mightyfools, Flight Facilities & Sharkslayer @ Villa (Fri 6 August)

You’ve read the interviews, you have the love affair with the artists and now it’s time to get your sweat on at Steamworks. Very impressive bill, with a couple of different styles to make for the perfect flowing night. Support comes from Jus Haus? and perthquake heavy weights Mickey Juice and FKN MIDAS.

Blink feat. Killaqueenz & Deekline @ Bar Open (Fri 6 August)

Deekline is a favourite amongst Perth clubbers and from what I’ve heard these a damn good reason why. Perfect tune selection, fine skills and a great atmosphere. Killaqueenz don’t disappoint either with their in your face rap infused electro they’re great party starters. Support from Mind Electric, Damian John, Audageous and Tron.

Ramadanman @ Shape (Fri 6 August)

I know the dubstep guys on Perthquake (Tom and Pasan) have been gearing up for this one for a while. A legend in dubstep coming down to grace Shape. If you like it bass heavy then get on it. Support from Shockone, Rekab and Ylem.

Kool Keith @ Shape (Wed 11 August)

Knowledge just don’t put a foot wrong at the moment. Huge hip-hop artists dropping into Perth pretty bloody often. The man of many names is well known for his ’stream of thought’ lyrics and and raw talent Kool Keith has had a massive impact in underground hip-hop. Support from Selekt, Adroc and Kit Pop.