Marriage, Jamaica, Friends and Family

My best friend Jade and I finally got married last weekend. For this part of our life, we decided that we wanted to leave the country and do it in a tropical paradise. This paradise that I speak of was Ocho Rios, Jamaica. We decided Ocho Rios simply off my best man Todd telling us how amazing it was and beautiful it would be. What he didn't mention, was his words while describing it, would come nowhere near how breathtaking it really would be. Words and pictures will never explain how amazing the time we spent in Jamaica was. We offer you some pictures to give you an idea. Thank you to all those who were able to attend our wedding. We will also be having a wedding reception at the family restaurant Thai Excursion, next Saturday (October 4th) for those who are interested. Details here

Finally to my love, Mrs Jade Giacoppo. You are my best friend, the love of my world and now my beautiful wife. Here is to a lifetime and more of loving you, my wife. xoxoxo

You can view hundreds of photos from our wedding and time in Jamaica by clicking here PHOTOS

Forthcoming MONISM005 Release - Si Begg & Simply Jeff Rmx

The following remixes will be available on the newest MONISM release come October. Absolutely banging remix duties from Si Begg and "Simply" Jeff Adachi to compliment the amazing original from Cates. There is also a special "Rocksteady Remix" version by Si Begg that will be released with this. Be sure to snatch up a copy from your regular digital shops.

01 Jon Cates-Harpo (Original) MONISM005 by monismmusic

02 Jon Cates-Harpo (Si Begg Remix) MONISM005 by monismmusic

04 Jon Cates-Harpo (Jeff Adachi Remix) MONISM005 by monismmusic

DEADMAU5 w/ DJ MELEE @ UNDERBAR - SEPTEMBER 17TH!

Wednesday, September 17th is the first time appearance of the one and only Deadmau5. I will have the pleasure of doing opening duties and leave for my wedding the morning after. If you would like to attend, hit me up for reduced list at djmeleeusa@gmail.com

Dunny Series 5 - Out and Killing it!

A few years ago, my best mate turned me onto Dunny's. I am now a die hard collector of these damn things. I have two rooms of my apartment filled with these artist series collector items. I wonder if it's that addiction from my vinyl record collecting that makes me seek out and find the rare ones and take such interest in them. I assume it is. Like baseball cards, comic books and obviously vinyl, I have that same excitement of tracking down hard to find pieces only to store them on a shelf. Regardless, I love the little bastards!

Dunny Series 5 was launched yesterday and once again, we are on the hunt for the complete series and the ultimate catch of "the chase figure". This series showcases some amazing work from such artists as Mishka, MAD, Toofly, Kozik and one of the chases by a personal favorite, Huck Gee.

You most likely won't see me for the next couple weeks as I will be on a mission to complete the set....... ;-)

More Banksy In New Orleans

[This piece courtesy of Wooster Collective and Hypebeast]

Banksy has made a living ruling the streets of England with his provocative, political and damn good masterful execution of stencil graffiti. With his pieces collecting ridiculous amounts of money, any city should be honored to get tagged up but the legend, well at least everyone except the authorities. Recently taking a visit to New Orleans, Banksy attacks yet another flurry of buildings with his trademark style, obviously referencing some of the latest political problems troubling our nation. Full images are available at Wooster Collective.

[MixSet] Sean Hart "Beat The System" (promo mix)

His taste in music is as wide open as his mind. He has always been one step ahead of the release date and to most would say, he can see the future. Discovery Channel and conspiracy theorist, SEAN HART has compiled some of his favorite bass bangers to let you bang your head to. Enjoy!

Listen to "BEAT THE SYSTEM" here! (256k)

01. Justice - Stress (auto remix)
02. ESTAW - Break It Down (detboi's mental breakdown mix)
03. MARAL SALMASSI - Firegem (acidkids remix)
04. POP LEVI - Dita Dimone Dimone (mumdance & high rankin mix)
05. BASSBIN TWINS - Whoppa (outlaws ave that mix)
06. MEAT KATIE & D. RAMIREZ feat. ODISSI - Stop The Revolution (bassbin twins remix)
07. FAKE BLOOD - Mars
08. HOSTAGE - Blockhead
09. MOBY - Alice (drop the lime remix)
10. FAKE BLOOD - Blood Slashing (fake blood theme)
11. The CHEMICAL BROTHERS - Music Response
12. 3 IS A CROWD - Can't Sleep

Listen to "BEAT THE SYSTEM" here! (256k)

DJ Mike Nouveau "Summer Bumper 2008"

Boston native now residing in sunny California, Mike Walsh was nice enough to let me put his latest mix up. I have known Mike for many years and he got me hooked years ago on his mix sets when he first handed me the "Circular Cosmic Spot" mix that he did. Till this day, I still play it on long trips. He has always been a role model to me as a DJ and I used to listen to him when he first started Revolutions on WERS. Thanks Mike!

Summer Bumper 2008: a microchasm mixed by Dj Mike Nouveau

Tracklist:

1 Claro Intellecto - Dependant (Modernlove)
2 Martin Brothers - Rocket Rant (Dirty Bird)
3 Marco Carola - Jackpot (Plus 8)
4 Jens Bond - Wasted (Highgrade)
5 Mihalis Safras - Interafrica (Trapez Ltd.)
6 Turntablerocker - Anyone (Tiefschwarz Rmx) (Compost Black)
7 Dakar - I've Got That Feeling (Get Physical)
8 Marlon D - Funky Angel (Strictly Rhythm)
9 Johnny D - Soleil (D'julz Rmx)
10 Martin Brothers "Dum" (Dirty Bird)
11 Mike Dunn - This Here is House Music (Defected)
12 Johnny Dangerous - Problem #13 (Nite Grooves)
13 [a]pendics shuffle - Mas Lines (Ransom Note)
14 Christian Burkhardt - Doubledub EP (Traum)
15 Donacha Costello - 6.6 (Minimise)
16 Soul Clap - Die Ente (Airdrop)
17 Marlon D - Jesus Creates Sound (Strictly Rhythm)
18 Daniel Dreier & Phage - Korgi-Morgi (Highgrade)
19 MyMy - Everybody's Talkin (Playhouse)
20 Chaim - Africomania (Bpitch Control)
21 Sety - Mogane (GuillaumeCotuDumont Rmz (Circus)
22 Brother's Vibe - El Baile (Acapella) (SOM)
23 Jona - Altiplano (Planet E)
24 Gel Abril - Spells of Yoruba (Beasone)
25 Mathias Kaden - Rhythma (Vakant)
26 The Mole - Baby You're The One (Wagon Repair)

Summer Bumper 2008: a microchasm mixed by Dj Mike Nouveau

My Bachelor Party: Chemical Bromance!

I have been holding back from posting this review of my bachelor party from this past weekend, simply because............well, I have been trying to let it soak in. Or clear out of my system, depending on how you look at it.

I first must say before I go any further, I am so grateful to have such a great group of friends. For those who were unable to make it, I completely understand. To Todd, Chris, Damian, Mike and Nullspace...... I will never forget last weekend. I am not sure if you remembered me saying while we were canoeing "I just pissed myself", well.... I really did! I have NEVER laughed so much in my life.

Let's get this review started. So Friday night we headed up to the take on a canoe trip with the boys on the Saco River. We left the city at 6:30pm and headed up to our destination for the weekend, the Saco River Motor Lodge, where we looked forward to settling into out 3 bedroom suite for the evening.

First stop was the NH liquor store. Ohhhhhhhh lord, it's begun!

















Yes, you do see a bottle of Dr. Mcgillicuddy's. That was in memory of when MO7S and I first met at a house party many years ago. moving on....





























As you can see, Friday night was basically complete and absolute drunkeness. We made our way downtown (if that's what we call it) North Conway and decided to have some drinks with the natives. What a jolly ol' time that was!

















The next morning we were all so hungover, this is what it looked like until the coffee and breakfast arrived. Looks like a table of shame....... lol



















Saturday arrived, the beers were cracked, the canoes were launched, sandwiches for lunch were packed and we were ready for a beautiful day of sunshine and relaxation! Yes!!! Finally!!! We paddled on down the river and enjoyed our time on the river. We were 30 minutes into our 12 mile canoe trip and all of a sudden.................. the sky went black! LOL.

It was a wall of rain and full on thunderstorms until the second we left the water that day. Even with the weather, I swear............... I have never laughed so much.

I must also mention that on Saturday night before the drinking began. Todd MacLeod beat and became the official "Most Taco's To Be Eaten In One Sitting" in some dodgey Mexican restaurant in NH. He killed 10 of the most disgusting tacos known to mankind. I am almost positive that restaurant may have also drained all of the public water out of North Conway that evening.

Obviously, I won't release full details of my bachelor party. You can check out of our PHOTOS HERE. I will however, leave you with some of the best quotes of the weekend:

"I can't feel my face"
"CAN I HAVE A SHOT OF YOUR STRONGEST RUM WITH A GLASS OF COKE"
"I think it's letting up"
"Here is how it works: one plate raises up and the other one slides under it and BAM! Tektonic Bootie"
"Are you guys in a band?"
"Could I have your sharpest knife"

"Do you think even one Mexican works in this place?"
"Do you like me new watch?"
"So what's there to do for fun here?"

[Mix] MELEE & MO7S “Live @ ReLoad” 4 Decks!

Head over to the Monism Music blog to check out the newest set from MO7S and I, recorded from our show in Costa Mesa, California on July 19th! MONISM MUSIC BLOG IS HERE!

Red Bull Cola is going to blow your minds

[This piece created and written by: Vicki of Basstown]

A can of Red Bull Cola contains:Water, Sugar, Carbon Dioxide, Caramel Sugar Syrup, Natural Flavors from Plant Extracts: Galangal, Vanilla, Mustard Seed, Lime, Kola Nut, Cacao, Licorice, Cinnamon, Lemon, Ginger, Coca leaf, Orange, Corn Mint, Pine, Cardamom, Mace, CloveCaffeine from Coffee Beans and Natural Lemon Juice concentrate

Last night, I met with our friends at Red Bull for a special brainstorm session. We're cooking up big things in the coming months, and while I was there, I had the privilege (and this word choice is no overstatement) of their Red Bull Cola, which reached our shores via Las Vegas in June, and will continue to spread throughout the country. It is the most delicious cola I've ever had.

It tastes nothing like Red Bull as we know it, and I can't wait to drink it daily by the case.Mmm, ok, not that much, but it's most prominent flavor is definitely the clove, and I assure you'll be blown away.And finally...a Red Bull beverage that will be excellent for whiskey lovers.

Wikipedia: Red Bull Cola

Thank you Vicki!