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2006
Sunday6th, August
KID KOALA'S NEW RECORD “YOUR MOM’S FAVORITE DJ” OUT ON NINJA TUNE THIS FALL
"I was never able to sing, I was never able to write songs. But I always got a kick out of piecing together stories with bits of records."
Eric San aka Kid Koala is a one-of-a-kind sort of turntablist. There's the fact that he's an illustrator, graphic artist, film maker, puppet master and musician. There's the fact that he always wear shorts. Then there's the fact that he sees his chosen means of expression not as a way of showing that he can do faster crabs than anyone else, but as a way of telling stories.
And here he is, with another story, a semi-autobiographical one, obviously, as it's undoubtedly true that if your mom had a favourite DJ, it would be Kid Koala. And if you want to take that as a snap, well then be our guest. This fresh-faced Kanadian Kasanova can play it however you like. Ma'am.
Although there is the romance, silent movie comedy and swing that your mother may well smile at and even shake her booty to, the enthralling deftness and complexity you'd expect from Kid Koala is also here - woven together with classic hip hop beats, breaks and generous swathes of heavy guitars.
It looks back to the seminal 'Scratchcratchratchatch' cassette of a decade ago and the Kid's first full release, 'Scratch Happy Land' (as well as referencing his multimedia project 'Nufonia Must Fall'). But it also, in ways we won't even explain yet, hints at the many projects Mr San has to come. There are references throughout to a book about a clarinet-playing mosquito that Eric is currently working on, plus to the musical puppet show he has in development (honest). And there are also some 'tests' from a new group called Slew.
But don't worry too much about second-guessing stuff that will become clear later. Instead focus on the small but perfectly formed delights of 'Your Mom's Favorite DJ'. Try to follow the stories, headnod to the beats (Eric has always liked his beats), develop your own Charlie Chaplin routines, snigger at the vocal samples, marvel at the dextrousness of the vinyl manipulation, but most of all, enjoy the complete ease and class with which the whole thing is put together.
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Sunday6th, August
KID KOALA PLAYS JAPAN
Kid Koala is set to play Japan this month at The True People's Festival. This is a one day festival taking place Saturday August 19, starting at 11:00 AM and lasting until midnight. Other artist featured are: Medeski, Martin & Wood, The Slip, Soil & Pimpsessions, Telefon Tel Aviv, DoubleFamous, DJ Baku, and others.
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Sunday6th, August
Kid Koala performs at the first Osheaga Festival - September 2 & 3, 2006
(taken from the Osheaga press release)
Gillett Entertainment Group, in collaboration with Greenland and Higher Ground, are thrilled to announce the inception of OSHEAGA, a brand new music and arts festival that will be held during Labour Day Weekend in Montreal, at the scenic Parc Jean Drapeau.
In its inaugural year, OSHEAGA will showcase over 40 bands on 4 stages (see line up above). Diversity will be at the forefront of the musical celebration, as MEG Montreal (Montreal Eclectic Groove) lends its musical flair to OSHEAGA and takes over one of the stages for a flurry of alternative sensations and a weekend full of musical discoveries.
The OSHEAGA Music and Arts Festival is a celebration of Montreal’s joie de vivre: equal parts musical fervor, artistic legacy and cultural riches. Drawing its name from the Iroquois word meaning “large rapids,” the OSHEAGA Music and Arts Festival is a rock amidst these currents; nodding to Montreal's cultural heritage, and welcoming the pulsating present and future of the city's music scenes.
The OSHEAGA Music and Arts Festival site is located at Parc Jean Drapeau, on the beautiful St-Helene Island, the Montreal landmark made for Expo ’67 and now an open-air art gallery in which world-renown works of public art and architecture may be admired including: Alexander Calder's “Man”, Buckminster Fullers Geodesic Dome and Sebastian’s “Puerta de la Amistad”.
The creation of OSHEAGA Music and Arts festival truly underlines Montreal’s passion to integrate sweet sights and sounds into daily life. OSHEAGA stands out as a 2 day jam-packed whirlwind musical experience that offers homegrown and international artists a platform from which to sound off. So sign off the summer in style at OSHEAGA, the new musical experience!
Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals . The Flaming Lips . Sonic Youth Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley . Wolf Parade . K-OS . Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Dinosaur Jr. Joseph Arthur . Malajube . The Stills . Lady Sovereign . Islands DobaCaracol Starsailor . Grace Potter and the Nocturnals . the Magic Numbers . World Party . MEG stage: James Chance & The Original Contortions. Bush Tetras . Final Fantasy Errase Errata . We Are Wolves. The Hidden Cameras . Kiss Me Deadly . Duchess Says . Call Me Poupe . The Hushpuppies . Herman Dune and more
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Saturday10th, June
Kid Koala to play European Jazz Festivals
Kid Koala to play European Jazz Festivals, showcasing in Montreaux (Switzerland), Catania (Italy), Joensuu (Finland) among others
July, 8
Montreux, Switzerland
Montreux Jazz Festival
Congress and Exhibition Centre
Grand- Rue 95 CH 1820 Montreux
July, 9
Montreux, Switzerland
Montreux Jazz Festival
Workshop : 'Playing Records with Kid Koala!'
Petit Palais of the Montreux Palace
3:00P
July, 11
Lyon, France
Marquise
8:00P
July, 12
Paris, France
Point Ephemere
8:00P
July, 13
Barcelona, Spain
Apolo Club
8:00P
July, 14
Catania, Siciliy, Italy
Vulcanology Festival
Viale Kennedy 2
8:00P
July, 16
Joensuu ,Finland
Finland Ilosarirock Festival
8:00P
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Thursday4th, May
Kid Koala Nominated as Turntablist of the Year for the 2006 Sony Ericsson Stylus DJ Awards
Kid Koala has been nominated as Turntablist of the Year for the 2006 Sony Ericsson Stylus DJ Awards. Also nominated in this category, presented by Shure Needle, are:
A-Trak (Montreal)
Dopey (Toronto)
Drastik (Ottawa)
Jr Flo (Toronto)
Kid Koala (Montreal)
DJ Pump (Calgary)
Skratch Bastid (Montreal)
(Excerpts of official press release)
The Stylus DJ Awards is Canada's first nationwide DJ awards show. The awards were created by Mike Zafiris, founder of Flavor Record Pool, in an effort to acknowledge the achievements of DJs, musicians and record labels, as well as raise awareness of the dynamic urban music scene in Canada and worldwide. This event will pay tribute to top urban DJs for their strong influence on Canada's music and entertainment industry, and for their contribution to pop culture.
Nominees were selected by a committee of industry experts, including the Stylus All-Stars (a group of Canada's most elite DJs), via a National online voting system. The voting committee will cast their votes online from April 10th through April 20th to determine winners. The awards will celebrate and recognize achievements in 24 categories including: Club DJ of the Year; College Radio Hip Hop DJ of the Year, Turntablist of the Year and DJ of the Year Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Halifax.
The 2006 Stylus DJ Awards will take place on May 29th in Toronto at the York Event Theatre, 101 Eglinton Ave. East. Festivities will begin at 6 p.m. with a reception. Awards will commence at 8 p.m. sharp. General admission tickets are now available through Ticket Break for $25 at www.stylusgroup.ca
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Thursday4th, May
A sneak preview of Kid Koalas new book online at myspace
Some of you may already know about Kid Koalas next book, a 3-D photo story about a clarinet-playing mosquito who travels to the big city to make it as a jazz musician. If you havent heard much about this work-in-progress, head to Kid Koalas myspace page to see photos and learn more.
Or simply, click blog.myspace.com/kidkoalaonesandtwos
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Thursday4th, May
Kid Koala Joins Coldcut for Montreal show
On May 13th, Kid Koala joins Ninja Tune founders Coldcut for a show at the Metropolis in Montreal. Also on the bill are Blockhead and DJ Signify.
For more tickets and information, visit www.metropolismontreal.ca
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Thursday6th, April
New Kid Koala myspace page up and running
Kid Koala's official myspace page is now up and running, and we welcome you to come be his friend! This page will be administrated by management, and will feature news, tour dates, photos, and blogs from the man himself.
To view the page, please visit: www.myspace.com/kidkoalaonesandtwos
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Thursday6th, April
Kid koala Zig Zags North America On This Next Run Of Dates
While still in production for his next project (more news to come!), Kid Koala will be flying out to play shows across North America throughout the month of April.
Friday 31st, March
Fluid Lounge
Nelson, BC, Canada
Kid Koala, DJ set
Saturday 1st, April
The Independent
San Francisco, United States of America
Kid Koala, DJ set. w/DJ Relm
Friday 7th, April
Oklahoma Memorial Union
Norman, OK, United States of America
Kid Koala, DJ set
Wednesday 12th, April
Underground, Schine Student Center
Syracuse, NY, United States of America
Kid Koala, DJ set
Saturday 15th, April
The Marquee Club
Halifax, Canada
Sixtoo, Kid Koala
Friday 21st, April
Broken City
Calgary, AB, Canada
Kid Koala, DJ set
Saturday 22nd, April
Quixotes
Denver, United States of America
Kid Koala, dj set
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Thursday6th, April
New Kid Koala Merch Now Available Through Kid Koala's Web Site
A long-awaited line of Kid Koala merchandise is now available, both through Kid Koala's web site and the Ninja Tune's store. On the racks and ready to go are 3 new tshirts featuring some of our favourite Kid Koala characters: 'Robot', 'Negatron', and 'Skid', 2 styles of winter hats (or tuques as we Canadians call them), market and tote bags, and more! Soon to come are hoodies, playing cards and postcards, for your mailing pleasure!
kid koala store here
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Tuesday7th, March
Lederhosen Lucil's track with Kid Koala released on Paperbag Records compilation
Once upon a time in a land far away three magical dwarves turning the cogs at Paper Bag Records, set to work creating something a little different amidst the foggy haze of indie rock. Avid music fans since birth, the dwarves decided to make a record that kids could listen to with their parents and in turn make all future, long car journeys a pleasure. Instead of releasing plastic, tacky, gimmicky, and not to mention annoying, ditties, Paper Bag Records has made something else
See You On The Moon! is our offering to kids all over the world. We noticed that most of the time kids are far more intelligent than the adults surrounding them. We can only hope this peace offering of eclectic, new and exclusive tracks will do the trick!
In return for simple, elf magic our friends Alan Sparhawk (of Low), Apostle of Hustle, Broken Social Scene, Detective Kalita, FemBots, Glissandro 70 (of Polmo Polpo), Great Lake Swimmers, Hot Chip, Junior Boys, Kid Koala with Lederhosen Lucil, Mark Kozelek (of Sun Kil Moon/Red House Painters), Montag, Rosie Thomas and Sufjan Stevens all made very special tracks just for this project. Throwing condescension out the window and understanding the concept of fun without it being mindless or moronic - all the tracks will appeal to kids and grown ups alike.
With See You On The Moon! pumping through sound systems worldwide, once the kids have forgiven us, we will all live happily ever after.
1. Alan Sparhawk - Be Nice to People With Lice
2. Great Lake Swimmers - See You On The Moon!
3. Sufjan Stevens - The Friendly Beasts
4. Montag - Kiddo 1
5. Apostle of Hustle feat. The Husky's - 24 Robbers
6. Junior Boys - Max
7. Broken Social Scene - Puff The Magic Dragon
8. FemBots - Under The Bed
9. Montag - Kiddo 2
10. Glissandro 70 - Voices are Your Best Friend
11. Mark Kozelek - Leo and Luna
12. Detective Kalita - Baby Brother
13. Montag - Kiddo 3
14. Hot Chip - I Can't Wake Up
15. Lederhosen Lucil and Kid Koala - Fruit Belt
16. Montag - Bonne Nuit Etienne
17. Rosie Thomas - Faith's Silver Elephant
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Monday6th, February
Kid koala to play this year's Langerado Festival
Despite being heavily in production for his next release, Kid Koala is hitting the stage again, this time to perform at this year's Langerado Festival. Only 15,000 2-day passes are available for this year's event, taking place in Sunrise, Florida in Markham Park, March 11-12, 2006. For more information visit: www.landerago.com
This year's artist line-up includes:
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
The Black Crowes
The Flaming Lips
Wilco
The Meters
Robert Randolph & the Family Band
Keller Williams
Burning Spear
G. Love & Special Sauce
Steel Pulse
Michael Franti & Spearhead
The Secret Machines
Disco Biscuits
Umphrey's McGee
Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra
Drive-By Truckers
MOFRO
Slightly Stoopid
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah!
Brazilian Girls
Kid Koala
Lyrics Born
RJD2
Kinky
Lake Trout
Los Amigos Invisibles
Brothers Past
The Spam Allstars
Rose Hill Drive
Lotus
The New Mastersounds
Steel Train
Pnuma
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Tuesday10th, January
Kid Koala rings in the new year for fans in Bermuda
On January 6, 2006, the Royal Gazette in Bermuda ran a story reflecting on the success of Kid Koala's New Year's Eve show in Bermuda. Below is an excerpt of the article, which features an interview with the two promoters that put together the show.
Q: Who performed that night?
Jon A: The Butcher (aka Phil Moffer), Chewstick Band and Colt 45, a new reggae DJ on the island. It was quite an impressive selection. We were interested to see how Bermuda would receive Kid Koala. He's quite eclectic and he's also very innovative. Reggae music is a guaranteed success here for obvious reasons. But someone who's going to completely do something new and different . . .
Q: What does he do?
Jon A: Basically, he plays turn tables like an instrument.
Matt A: You know scratch DJing (as is used in) hip hop and things like that. But he's taken it further. He's creating a melody from mixing.
Jon A: He makes his own music from samples of other music and plays four turntables at the same time. So he samples with noises that he makes from scratching a Louis Armstrong record and pulling out the horns. And then, a bass rhythm from a hip hop album. He uses the elements together and creates a whole new track with horns and hip hop beats and maybe a little piano or whatever. It's amazing to see his hands work because he's controlling four instruments at the same time. We had spy cameras hooked up to watch the turntables and then we projected two screens off the spy cameras so (guests) could see his hands working, which was very fascinating. It also helped explain what was happening because it sounded so good, you wouldn't even know. You'd think it was just a straight track he was playing.
Matt A: There were people at that party who had seen him before. He'd opened for Jack Johnson recently and Ben Harper. But everyone people who'd never heard of him to people who had all his albums was impressed. Especially if they were a DJ they were impressed because he wasn't wearing headphones, which is unheard of with DJs mixing different tracks. It's unbelievable. Someone who doesn't DJ or have a knowledge of that would have been impressed by the speed, the arrangement of music. It was just an amazing sound.
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