Friday April 23, 2004 Gabe's 330 E Washington Iowa City, IA http://www.gabesoasis.com
SHAWN RUDIMAN (Pittsburgh/Technoir/7th City) After several Industrial/EBM release on Cleopatra as THD (with Ed Vargo) Shawn Rudiman changed his musical direction in the mid-80s and started making soulful techno records. His tracks came to the attention of Dan Bell/DBX, and Shawn's debut 12" was release on Dan's 7th City Label. Since then Shawn has focused on his own label Technoir (http://www.technoiraudio.com) that have won praise from DJ's world wide. As if that wasn't enough, Shawn is one of the very few techno producers who have made a successful transition from the studio to playing live. Shawn does not press play on a laptop; he brings an array of drum machines, synths, and hardware sequencers together and composes deep, soulful techno on the spot, drawing upon the energy of the dancefloor, for a truly interactive experience. I'm bringing Shawn here because _I_ want to see him play, and I think that if you love dance music, you should NOT sleep on this event. I'm the guy who brought you Fred Giannelli in 2002, Stewart Walker in 2003, and Shawn Rudiman in 2004. This show friday completes the trio of the best live performers in dance music, world wide, end of story. Don't miss it. DJ Miche (Brothas & Sistas/IC) Michelle is one of the true pioneers of dance music in Iowa City. She's been DJing since the late 80s, helped found Rotation, and been a great friend to all in the scene since before there was a scene. There's no one here more O.G. than Miche' and she'll bring the funk again for you Friday night. DJ Herbert (IC) Mild-mannered computer tech by day, ferocious collector of the crucial vinyl by night, Dave is a DJ with great taste and technique. He's a nice guy to and it's a privelege to have him with us to set things off. April has been a great month for events in Iowa and I hope to see you all down for this one. It will be a night to remember!
