Funkin 4 Haiti

January 18th, 2010 | By Empresarios

Fort Knox Recordings & Blisspop Present a Special

Benefit Event to support relief efforts in Haiti

**All proceeds go to International Red Cross**

Featuring DC’s Finest EDM Producers & DJs

Washington, DC, January 18, 2010 – The Red Cross is now estimating that over 3 million people in Haiti have been deeply affected by the 7.0 Earthquake on January 12^th.  A dedicated group of Washington, DC’s leading EDM producers and DJ’s have joined together to raise support for the relief effort in Haiti.  On Sunday January 24^th at Modern in Washington, DC will be a very special benefit event “Funkin’ 4 Haiti.” 100% of the door proceeds from this event will be donated to the International Committee of the Red Cross.  This is going to be a real party with a purpose!

Fort Knox Recordings and Blisspop have teamed up to present a line-up of epic proportions.  DC’s Finest EDM Producers & DJs have all dedicated time from their busy touring schedules to raise funds for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.  Performing at “Funkin’ 4 Haiti” will be DC’s own globetrotting talent NADASTROM, FORT KNOX FIVE, WILL EASTMAN and STYLUS CHRIS.  This  line-up of A-List dj’s will help the event raise thousands of dollars for the International Red Cross.

“Funkin’ 4 Haiti” will take place on Sunday January 24^th, 2010 from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM at Modern in Georgetown.  Modern has generously agreed to donate a portion of the bar sales from the evening. Modern is located at 3287 M St NW.  A minimum donation of $10 will be collected at the door, patrons will be encouraged to donate more.

For more information, press and media please contact

Andy Cerutti

andy@fortknoxrecordings.com

202.368.7790

Properly Chilled Review of The New Gold Standard 2

December 28th, 2009 | By Empresarios

Properly Chilled Review of The New Gold Standard 2

“Fort Knox Recordings is a pretty awesome little label. It was founded by the guys who bring you music as Fort Knox Five, Thunderball, and a few other names, and they jumped into the endeavor knowing that 100% quality is the only way to get things done. Mostly, Fort Knox is a 12″ vinyl single house. Every so often though, they release a full-length, and they even do it on CD sometimes. One such full-length release was the 2006 compilation The New Gold Standard. It showcased the labels current and future talents, and it was in fact pure gold. The Gold Standard series highlight the labels current roster of talent. The second in that series is now out, but how do you maintain such a high standard of quality? Or more importantly, did they?”

New Gold Standard 2 Review

December 3rd, 2009 | By Empresarios

Congrats to Fort Knox Five and Friends, Support Local Music

Read Here

3rd Annual World Bank HDN CCC Metro TeenAIDS Fundraiser 2009

November 29th, 2009 | By Empresarios

The World Bank would like to invite you to attend a special event on the evening of December 2nd to benefit Metro TeenAIDS (MTA). As part of the World Bank Human Development Network Community Connections Campaign (CCC), we want to raise money to help MTA provide the much needed HIV/AIDS services to DC’s poorest youth.

Many of you already know of the great work Metro TeenAIDS does. They are one of the most well respected nonprofits in DC and considered national and international experts on providing high quality HIV-related services to HIV-positive youth, youth at high risk for HIV/AIDS infection and the children of HIV-infected parents.

You can make a difference! As good Bank citizens and Washington Metropolitan Area neighbors, we have the potential to make a great impact on curbing the HIV epidemic in DC. And as advocates of human development work, Metro TeenAIDS embodies the values we hold most dear.

Investing in our local community feels good, does good and will ensure that the quality of life for all area residents improves. As the third largest employer in Washington DC, the World Bank Group recognizes the individual and corporate responsibility where we live and work. In keep with the Bank’s poverty reduction mission, the community outreach program of which CCC is a part seeks to improve the lives of our neighbors in the greater metropolitan community.

When: Wednesday ,December 2nd , 2009 at 6:00pm -9:00pm

Where: L2 Lounge 3315 Cady’s Alley NW (between 33rd and 34th off of M Street) Washington, DC 20007
(202) 965-2001

Price:  World Bank Staff – Free with their E-give Receipt
Non Bank Staff- $15.00 at the door
(complementary hors d’œuvre and drink specials)

Attire: Proper attire required

Live Performance by the Empresarios Sound System Select http://empresariosmusic.com/

The Empresarios bring soulful sun drenched summer listening to your doors all year long. This band serves up hot Latin beats mixed with dub, hip-hop, reggae, trip-hop with funk & HOUSE. And it doesn’t stop there – they’ll twist in favela beats, Tropicalia, salsa, samba, reggae, capoeira and carioca funk – so you can lounge from sunset to sundown.

Empresarios Sound System Select DJ Sets featuring……

Sonny Cheebah, Arsam (Sammy K) & Javier Miranda on Live Percussion.

Silent auction items by the Grooming Lounge, Hela Spa and much more.

Metro TeenAIDS runs a diverse set of outreach, education, advocacy and community-level programs aimed at helping young people at risk of HIV infection and supporting those who are already affected by HIV/AIDS.

HIV Counseling and Testing and Care Advocacy (Youth Connections)

Outreach and Education Services

Freestyle Youth Center

StreeTeam and Young Women of Color Council- Peer Education Program

HIV Prevention Education in Schools

Training youth service providers to integrate HIV work into their programs

Testing Social Marketing Campaign

Worldwide Release: Fort Knox Recordings presents THE NEW GOLD STANDARD 2

November 17th, 2009 | By Empresarios

http://www.fortknoxrecordings.com

With the likes of Major Lazer, and before them, M.I.A, showing complete disdain for musical boundaries, the time is upon us when the melodic melting pot is the genre. And, as much as London is often touted as a Western frontier for such musical multiculturalism, Washington DC and its continually evolving music scene has been providing the mish mash of cultural influences Stateside.

Fort Knox Recordings, the imprint lovingly tended by funk n beats outfit, the Fort Knox Five, is one of the leading forces in America’s fast rising modern global scene. DC based, they’re bringing together artists and sounds that draw in funk, latin, rock, reggaeton, soca, hip hop, electronica, dub, bhangra, bashment, roots, reggae, indie, jazz, and beyond. The band has also taken this mission to the airwaves, accelerating its appeal with their monthly guest spot on KEXP’s “MoGlo” radio show broadcast out of New York city.

Showcased perfectly on ‘The New Gold Standard 2’, the sequel to 2006 hit compilation, The New Gold Standard, modern global’s protagonists have been selected and compiled by FK5. This new release features freshly-minted sounds from the Fort Knox Five themselves (4 new tracks), International Velvet, Speedy Consuela, Liftoff, See-I, Empresarios, and Nappy Riddem. Further artists and guestspots include Afrika Bambaataa, Frank Mitchell (Thievery Corporation), Asheru (Unspoken Heard, The Boondocks) and many more. See below for the full tracklisting.

ABOUT FORT KNOX FIVE
Sounding like a cosmic by product of George Clinton, Sly & The Family Stone, and Public Enemy, the Fort Knox Five are a live force to be reckoned with, and as in-demand remixers and producers, they’ve worked with artists ranging from Afrika Bambaataa to Bittersweet, Kraak & Smaak to Tito Puente and Bob Marley & the Wailers (sanctioned by the Marley estate, a rare honour). The Fort Knox Five are internationally renowned DJs and were selected by Gwen Stefani for her “Harajuku Lovers” tour with Black Eyed Peas. In the UK, their sets at London’s Fabric have seen them win punter approval, matching the media praise shown by the music press, The Guardian, Metro, and beyond.

‘NEW GOLD STANDARD 2’
TRACKLISTING:

01. Fort Knox Five – What Make Ya Dance ft. Rootz
02. Nappy Riddem – Rastar
03. Fort Knox Five – Shift ft. Afrika Bambaataa & Mustafa Akbar
04. Fort Knox Five – The Sax Pusher ft. Frank Mitchell
05. Empresarios – Sabor Tropical ft. Francisco Rosado & Felix Perez
06. Fort Knox Five – Bhangra Paanch ft. Beta G
07. See-I – How Could You (Rodney Hunter remix)
08. International Velvet – Sitargazer
09. See-I – Homegrown
10. International Velvet – Sundown ft. Mustafa Akbar
11. Speedy Consuela – On Our Way
12. Empresarios – Cumbia
13. Speedy Consuela – Number One Fan
14. Liftoff – Marshmeadows
15. Nappy Riddem – One World Sovereignty ft. Asheru

For all new releases, newsletter, mixes & downloads:
http://www.fortknoxrecordings.com

Empresarios Sound System Select with DJ Sets at Modern

November 9th, 2009 | By Empresarios

Empresarios Sound System DJ Set featuring…

Sonny Cheeba
Empresarios Music, Open Source

Arsam (Sammy K)
Empresarios Music, Blockhead Recordings

Join us at Modern for your dosage of House & Brazilian music! Arsam (Sammy K) has been working hard on some new tracks and remixing even more. Delivering a Latin flavor and funky beats, Sonny Cheeba rounds out the night with music to keep you moving.

Throughout the month we will be collecting canned food donations to deliver to the DC Central Kitchen for Thanksgiving weekend.

NO COVER FOR THIS EVENT WITH 2 CANS OF FOOD

Come out and have a good time helping those who need it. Its getting cold outside and there are too many hungry people among us, lets see what we can do.

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Sonny Cheeba: (Brazilian & Latin Flavor DJ, Producer)
For over Twenty years he has brought his vigorous style and enthusiastic stage presence to events throughout North America and Brazil. Sonny Cheeba co-founded OSM Records, which was formed in 2000. DJ and Music label in Washington D.C. OSM first release, “Walking on Pennsylvania Avenue”. In Washington D.C DJ Sonny Cheeba residencies have included 18th St. Lounge, Ozio’s and Fly Lounge. Sonny Cheeba has appeared at leading venues in Washington D.C.,Denver, New York City and Brazil.

Arsam (Sammy K): ( House DJ, Producer)
Currently, he has several major productions and remixes underway that incorporate the wide world of Deep, Funky, Tech, Electro and Progressive House. In addition to Arsam’s production skills, he has also held residencies at two of Washington, DC’s infamous House Clubs including the former Dragonfly and Club Five.

$5 Cover
21+ please

Empresarios Sound System Select DJ Sets With Live Percussion

November 4th, 2009 | By Empresarios

Empresarios Sound System

Sonny Cheebah, Arsam (Sammy K) & Javier Miranda on Live Percussion. The fellas have been in the studio, the classroom, and the lab working on a ton of new material and remixes so come on out and join us every Thursday. Come for dinner and stay, these will be unforgettable nights.

Throughout the month we will be collecting canned food donations to deliver to the DC Food Kitchen for Thanksgiving weekend. So come out, bring a can or two of food and have a good time helping those who need it. Its getting cold outside and there are too many hungry people among us, lets see what we can do.

Sonny Cheeba: (Brazilian & Latin Flavor DJ, Producer)
For over Twenty years he has brought his vigorous style and enthusiastic stage presence to events throughout North America and Brazil. Sonny Cheeba co-founded OSM Records, which was formed in 2000. DJ and Music label in Washington D.C. OSM first release, “Walking on Pennsylvania Avenue”. In Washington D.C DJ Sonny Cheeba residencies have included 18th St. Lounge, Ozio’s and Fly Lounge. Sonny Cheeba has appeared at leading venues in Washington D.C.,Denver, New York City and Brazil.

Arsam (Sammy K): ( House DJ, Producer)
Currently, he has several major productions and remixes underway that incorporate the wide world of Deep, Funky, Tech, Electro and Progressive House. In addition to Arsam’s production skills, he has also held residencies at two of Washington, DC’s infamous House Clubs including the former Dragonfly and Club Five.

Javier Miranda: (Vocals, Congas, Producer)
Javier has toured with Thievery Corporation for several years and plays weekly with See-I at 18th Street Lounge. He has toured internationally with several well know acts over the last 15 years. His skills on percussion are what sets him apart from the pack, he is nothing short of amazing and his resume speaks volumes. Miranda Appears on Thomas Blondet’s “Samba Soul” WITH Additional Production on “Walney road,” “Ritmo pa gosar” & “Dugi Otok,” ON Desmond Williams “Delights of the Garden” LP, “Late Night Earlier Flight, ” “East West Highway” EP & “Um Favor,” ON Farid ALI’s “Pit Stop,” “Crowd Control” EP, “More Wax,” “Dealer’s Choice” EP, ON Thievery Corporations “Richest Man in Babylon” LP, “All That We Perceive,” “From Creation” & “Radio retaliation,” ON Federico Aubele’S “Panamericana”LP & Fort Knox 5 “Radio free DC” LP (sao funkie VOCALIST

There is NO COVER for this event
21+ please

2039 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA
(703) 528-6500

Conveniently located within walking distance of the Courthouse metro station (orange line)

Welcome to Empresarios!

October 5th, 2009 | By Empresarios

The Empresarios bring soulful sun drenched summer listening to your doors all year long. This band serves up hot Latin beats mixed with dub, hip-hop, reggae, trip-hop with funk & HOUSE. And it doesn’t stop there – they’ll twist in favela beats, Tropicalia, salsa, samba, reggae, capoeira and carioca funk – so you can lounge from sunset to sundown, in the pool, at the beach house, with a Mojito and warm waves kissing your feet while you bliss out to grooves from Paradise.

Hot tracks like “Siesta,” “Fiesta de Empresarios,” and “Sabor Tropical” cozy up to downtempo and chill out; while “What You Want” and “Sohl” blend modern funk, soul, jazz, broken beats, electro and all that fits in between.

The time has come for the troupe to share their sunny halos, swap strings for synths and bring their sexy sounds and tropical tonic to fans nationwide. Heat up and chill out with the Empresarios.

This is Nu Soul/Funk/Trip-Hop/HOUSE high on sun and soul.

This is Empresarios Sound System