BIOME LAUNCH + KURUPT FM @ ALBERT HALL

Friday night was a relatively busy one for me. At 6pm I headed over to Eastern Bloc Records to watch Biome in the mix, promoting his new 3 track EP ‘Griddled’, out on Madam X’s label, Kaizen Records. Biome is a personal favourite of mine, his dark, unique and menacing style of music is sometimes hard to put into a genre, with his new EP being no exception. I’ve booked Biome, along with Kaiju and Gentlemen’s Club for my launch event on the 20^th February so this was also a chance to network and strategically place some flyers near the decks. 

Next I headed back to my flat to get ready for Kurupt FM at Albert Hall. Ran by The Warehouse Project, who will be putting on events at the venue throughout the year, the night's line-up was pretty impressive; MYSTRY, Barely Legal, Toddla T & DRS, Slimzee, Dread. D (T.Williams grime set), Oneman and Kurupt FM. 

I got there as T. Williams started his set, with his roots being set in Jungle, Drum & Bass and Garage, I was intrigued to hear his grime side. The set was big, a hard hitting mix of new and old grime bangers booming around The Albert Hall. We headed to the upper foyer towards the end of his set, so that we had a good view of the whole venue as Toddla T & DRS came on. It’s hard to believe the place was once used for religious worship, the only remnants being the stained glass windows, which look particularly impressive when the rave lighting bounces off them. I knew the next hour would be mad, with Manchester’s DRS behind the mic, and Toddla behind the decks, the pair had the whole crowd bouncing with a heavy selection of dubplates. Check the video of them here filmed by Olivia Cave. 

Then came the main headliners, Kurupt FM. The crew, who were originally noticed for their BBC sitcom ‘People Just Do Nothing’, now tour some of the countries’ biggest music venues, bringing energy wherever they go. Their mainly garage and grime focused set didn’t disappoint, with Steves behind the decks dropping some big tunes. The night lived up to its title ‘champagne showers’ as MC Grindah showered the sweaty ravers in bubbly. 

I enjoyed myself, and stumbled home with my girlfriend, ready for a couple of hours sleep. Pangaea Festival awaited us the next day, which was one to remember, stay posted for Liv’s write up on that…

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@KuruptFM

Photo 1 & Blogger: Ryan Ashcroft 
Video : Liv Cave 
Photo 2: Josh Bannister 

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LEVELZ 11 MIXTAPE LAUCH - B2B @ STAR & GARTER

It's fair to say that the LVLZ 11 Mixtape launch night on Friday didn't disappoint with its rowdy bad crowds!

The Manchester based group have brought something really special to Manchester's music scene. Something it lacked...community. 

Each and every one of Levelz brings a different type of energy to the group and their hard work and talent really has paid off this year. Playing at some very special venues such The Warehouse Project and Detonate Festival, The Star and Garter was no exception, in fact it exceeded expectations. 

The historic venue, which is sadly due to be closed down in the near future, gave the event an added sense of atmosphere, with its low lit rooms and creaky wooden floorboards. With Neuron Pro Audio supplying the sound system, even the ground floor bar was shaking. 

You'll never get bored of going to a Levelz night whether it be at Mint Lounge or Factory 251 the regular crowds will follow. You're always guaranteed a good night out and the connection between Levelz and their crowd is powerful. So make sure if you haven't already, download their mixtape and Check out the video below!

 https://levelzmcr.bandcamp.com/album/lvl-11

Blogger : Livvie Jo Cave - facebook.com/livviejocave Photos : @f_13iizm - f13iizm.vsco.com Video : J Bannister

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HIT&RUN vs SUB FACTION 12.09.15:

Hit&Run linked up with Sub Faction to host one bass heavy party at the mansion last week. 

"Manchester People are Crazy" - PART2STYLE 

Straight outta Tokyo the Part2style crew ended their European tour in true party style with a lively night in Manchester. The bass lords ensured to bless Bloc2Bloc radio alongside Zed Bias, vocalist Zoe Violet and our Chimpo, who they met at Outlook Festival, before the club night. 

You can catch their ill selection of reggae, jungle, dub, grime and bassy numbers on the link below

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Back to the Mansion though, West-Midlands finest Soloman played an energetic Grime set that hosts T-man and Black Josh were able to finesse to, a 'feed em to the lions' refix had the crowd screwin'. 

Dubstep veteran DJ N-Type was out to school and entertain in equal measure during his impressive History of Dubstep Set playing those original dark tracks from the big smoke as well as some newer boundary pushing business. 

Headliners Part2style stepped up to finish the night off playing a diverse and bouncy sound, essentially banger after banger. Warrior Queen - Poison Dart (Part2style Dubplate) was a crowd favourite along with a TubbyT tribute produced by Zed Bias just a day before. Keep your ears out for that one, it receieved sick crowd reaction and plenty of reloads from Chimpo. Zed looked ever so proud. 

Bloc2Bloc got a quick chat with the Part2style crew at the end of the night NiziP and MaL showed plenty of love to our city and it's DJs and hope to come through when next on tour. Banner and Chimpo left em with half a bottle of vodka and an insight into Manchester party business. 

Check out Bloc2Blocs footage below 

"The Manchester Music Scene is so nice, yeah G!" - NiziP Part2Style 

Video : Benzimo Fletchman

Words: @CJHamand

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SWING TING SUMMER SESSION PART 1

Saturday 20th June - Swing Ting Summer Session Pt 1 

Swing Ting kicked off their summer with the sounds of Hipsters Don’t Dance ‘longside residents Platt, Samrai and Joey B. Resident host Fox was there too giving it some ‘skangdangdiddleywoi’ and letting me know I look old…bit cheeky.

Established in 2008, the club night brings the darnce to the Soup Kitchen basement every third Saturday. Pushin' nothin' but good vibes and an eclectic sound, Swing Ting makes the dancefloor put the work in playing a range of riddims and styles from Dancehall and Bashment through to Grime and UK Funky.     

As Bloc2Bloc stepped in, special guests Hipsters Don't Dance stepped up. The London-based duo are known for their unique 'World Carnival Sound' combining Dancehall, Soca and Afrobeat. Their set proved to be fun, diverse and brought all to the floor with some moving more awkward than others yet everyone had their own ikkle 2step or wine.  Check the mix below to get a taste of the HDD flavour, personal favourites include 'Ward 21-Spot The J.'   

Aswell as providing the party, Swing Ting have recently released Madd Again!'s massive debut EP ‘Beg Nar Fren’. Legend Zed Bias and a trio of original MCs - Killa Benz, Trigga & Specialist Moss have combined the ol'skool sounds of garage and funky with a modern bass heavy dancehall vibe. Leading single 'Duggu' has been making some serious impact in the clubs and was a highlight to saturday bringing the gyals on stage for some synchronised shimmyin'. 

Make sure you check it out below and cop that. 

words by C.J. @cjhamand