Check out this track produced by Washington DC native, Oddisee.
Sampling the Prince of Motown’s million seller track, ‘Aint That Peculiar,’ Oddisee has brought his own flavour to the 1965 release and it definetely has our thumbs up at the IITS Headquarters. What do you think?
Check out Oddisee’s blog here and follow him on Twitter here
“I’m Constantly Living On The Edge Of Creative Panic!”
Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of Fusion. A Teacher, A Mentor, A Music Producer, A Journalist, An Events Manager, A Presenter/Host, A Project Manager, Company Director and as of late a Film producer/Editor amongst many other things. Simply put, a man who wears many hats!
The What’s Up team took some time out to catch up with the maestro himself and followed him on a typical day whilst exploring his journey from early days as a writer to his role as one of the UK’s renowned Hip Hop producers and how this has fuelled his passion into working with young people.
Make sure you tune into Episode 4 of What’s Up featuring ‘In My Office’ with Fusion on Saturday 26th at 16:30 on Freeview Channel 11, Sky 152, Virgin 180, Top Up TV 11.
*Repeated on Saturday 2nd June 09:30am
Sharon
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Radio mix show originally broadcast on www.blast-radio.co.uk on 06/05/12
An hour of hip hop, R&B, funky house and bashment plus DJ D.Elle goes back in time with a classic Jungle mix (available separately on her Soundcloud page) and she also interviews DJ Fresh and ask him what his favourite plugin is - LOL!
Groundbreakers Production Masterclass
The Groundbreakers Production Masterclass hosted by Industry In The Streets kicked off at The Roundhouse in Camden on Saturday with a day packed full of creative artistry and musical genius.
The young producers who signed up to the course embarked on a musical journey with our expert tutors (Scratcha DVA, Spider J, Pepstar, Fusion and Joss Ryan) who kindly gave up their time to show the new cats some of the secrets of the trade.
It wasn’t too long before the guys quickly found their niche and incorporated their individual musical prowess crafting and creating songs from scratch. From pop influences to reggae tinged dub and political influences, the music had it all and the end product was nothing short of amazing. Keep a look out for filmed footage coming soon!
P.S We look forward to the next Groundbreakers session (hint! hint!)
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Following the success of the The Guardian Open Weekend Festival, Live Magazine writers, Zindzi Rocque-Drayton and Iram Sarwa came down to speak to the xFuture team led by Industry In The Streets about their journey as young creatives involved in the Guardian Open Weekend and their thoughts on what the future holds.
Check out what the guys had to say here
Sharon
Time: 10 - 5pm
Capacity: 15 producers, writers and performers.
Age: 16-25
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MYP will be running another of its free, 12 week TV production training programme that is planned to start in the summer, the successful trainees will produce 6 episodes of ‘What’s Up’ that will be broadcast on Pick TV, a Sky free to air channel, later in 2012. This is where you come in - can you help us recruit our next group of trainees by spreading the word amongst your friends, contacts and online social networks? We reckon that our ex-trainees and volunteers - having gone through the experience themselves or worked alongside the training - are best placed to tell others just what is on offer and how it can be a life changing experience, will you help?
Potential trainees do not need any previous experience but must have an interest in the media industry, be aged between 18 - 25 years old and be prepared to work hard! At this stage we would like to hear from anyone who is interested in being considered for a place on the training, all they need to do is email us at whatsup@mamayouthproject.org.uk with their name, age, address and phone details and a line or two (if they have a current CV to attach, even better) about their interest in media - TV, Film, online, radio, journalism. We will then contact them once we have finalised the details of the training recruitment deadlines to invite them to submit an application.
Please see below links to our social network pages that you can pass on and the transmission dates for the just completed series of What’s Up.
‘WHAT’S UP’ MAY/ JUNE TRANSMISSION DATES
Episode One Saturday 5th May First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode One Saturday 12th May Repeat 9.30am
Episode Two Saturday 12th May First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode Two Saturday 19th May Repeat 9.30am
Episode Three Saturday 19th May First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode Three Saturday 26th May Repeat 9.30am
Episode Four Saturday 26th May First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode Four Saturday 2nd June Repeat 9.30am
Episode Five Saturday 2nd June First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode Five Saturday 9th June Repeat 9.30am
Episode Six Saturday 9th June First Showing 4.30pm/ Episode Six Saturday 16th June Repeat 9.30am
Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap is a feature length documentary about the international impact that Hip Hop has had on the world.
Directed by the original gangster rapper himself Ice T, we are treated to some very exclusive interviews, freestyle, battle raps and never before seen acapellas from the likes of KRS One, Q Tip and Doug E Fresh to name but a few.
For more information on this epic feature, check out the official website here.
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What’s Up is back on our screens very soon and will be featuring some new guests as well as some of our favourites from last year.
Headed up by Fusion & Jacqueline Shephard on Pick TV (Sky Channel 152), the Youth culture show which looks at issues in and around the capital with a unique take on the Urban Scene will be back with six jam packed episodes providing you with the latest news on everything which is both current and new.
Make sure you’re tuned in for the first episode which kicks off on Saturday 5th May 2012 at 4:30pm (Repeated on Saturday 12th May)
The following episodes shall be broadcast every week up until the 16th June.
Keep up to date with the latest info and news on Twitter, Facebook and Youtube
Let Us Know What You Think!
Episode Two Saturday 12th May - 4.30pm
(Repeated on Saturday 19th May 9.30am)
Episode Three Saturday 19th May - 4.30pm
(Repeated on Saturday 26th May - 9.30am)
Episode Four Saturday 26th May - 4.30pm
(Repeated on Saturday 2nd June - 9.30am)
Episode Five Saturday 2nd June - 4.30pm
(Repeated on Saturday 9th June - 9.30am)
Episode Six Saturday 9th June - 4.30pm
(Repeated on Saturday 16th June - 9.30am)
Sharon
Fresh from the successful launch of DV8’s first festival, Fusion and the Eastside Stories team are back to step up the levels with a sizzling summer sequel. This time we plan to takeover Stratford Circus with an array of workshops, presentations, market stalls, top notch performances and so much more. DV8 Training is bigger than ever, so expect nothing less than the best creative talent on display on Saturday, July 7th 2012. Keep your eye on the IAMDV8 blog and email the team if you want more information about tickets, auditions etc. iamdv8event@gmail.com
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In May, London will be voting to choose our next Mayor, that person will be in charge of London’s transport, environment, housing, crime and policing. If you don’t want to lose your vote and voice, come down to Ministry of Sound on Saturday 14th April 2012, from 12-5pm.
Spend just 2 minutes completing a registration form and then you can relax with DJs, performances, celebrity guest appearances, comedians plus loads more at one of London’s most established club venues. You will even get an opportunity to meet the politicians hoping to be Mayor so you can check them out for yourself and ask them direct why they should get your vote!
Youth Vote London is supported by: Tinie Tempah, Wretch32, Alesha Dixon, Ashley Walters, Estelle, Rizzle Kicks, Radio 1′s DJ Scott Mills, Eastenders’ Preeya Kalidas and many more.
Tickets are free, but limited so book online now before you miss out. http://youthvotelondon.eventbrite.co.uk
