November selections

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This was probably the hardest month of the year to find new music. As we’ve mentioned before, loads of stuff has been released since the end of the summer ready for the autumn and Christmas, so there hasn’t been much that’s really new. Also we’ve included some novelty stuff like the Muppets and Peter Kay already on the blog. Anyway, this is what we’ve picked …

Joe has chosen …
Comments and revised video links to follow! (Sorry)
Chipmunk ~ Look For Me

Kano ~ Rock N Roller (Vandalism Remix)

Pitbull Ft. Akon ~ Shut It Down

Taio Cruz ~ No Other One (Ian Carey Remix)

N-Dubz ~ I Need You (Red Top Mix)

And here are Paul’s selections from November …

Ke$ha ~ Tik Tok
When I first heard this, what seems like ages ago, I thought it was just a Lady Gaga copy! But it’s really grown on me and every time it comes on the radio I just have to turn it up!

Kaskade & Deadmau5 ~ Move For Me
This passed me by when it first got released at the beginning of the year – goodness knows why, I love it!

Lily Allen ~ Who’d Have Known
Thank goodness for Lily – another fabulous release from the album “It’s Not Me, It’s You”. It’s a really beautiful song, and then … there’s the video!

John Mayer ~ Who Says
One of my favourite recording artists is back with a new album and here’s the first single released in the States. Nothing to do with disco’s – just great!

Calvin Harris ~ Flashback
Yet another brilliant tune from Calvin Harris. I can’t believe how good this album is, and how much he’s moved on from “I Created Disco”.
Now this is really freaky … compare and contrast this video with the John Mayer one above!

Christmas Number One?

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The Muppets version of Bo Rap seems to have come from nowhere and this vid has been viewed over 3,500,000 times in just a few days, so this maybe the Christmas number one.

It’s also worth noting that the Chris Moyles Parody album, which was released this week, has a Christmas song on it. At the time of writing, the album is number two on the iTunes chart behind SuBo (Susan Boyle), but the Christmas track, “It’s Never Gonna Snow”, is not available to download yet – I think we can all see what they’re doing!

The Lapstone & Children In Need

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Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome at the Lapstone on Friday night – we hope to see you again soon. Special thanks to Sean and Chris who are now well and truly waxed. Together we raised a great amount per head, well done.

Because we were working I didn’t get to see a lot of the TV show on Friday but there are two things I think you should check out…
On Thursday night the Children In Need Rocks The Royal Albert Hall concert was broadcast. Gary Barlow pulled together a fantastic show and it’s available to view on the BBC iPlayer – well worth a watch.

On Friday saw the launch of the 2009 Children In Need single – it’s absolutely fantastic. Click here to go the official site for the seven minute “making of” video which will explain far better than I ever could.

Children In Need do great work – if you can give a bit more please do.

Gold ~ spread the love!

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As some of you already know, I’ve been working with another DJ from my Martines days on a project we call Gold. Part of this is a radio show we’ve put together. The first station to take us is Morpher Radio in the UK.
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Our show is broadcast on Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00 GMT, and then repeated a couple more times – see the show schedule page on Morpher for more details.
The shows are also available to download and details can be found on our Gold blog at …
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The radio station is for real enthusiasts so tend to push the envelope a bit on what we’d normally expect to play at our live shows. We’d love it if you’d like a dedication or a request, you can send me an email or post a reply on our blog or facebook group – Gold Hampshire. If you are on facebook please join us – you’d be very welcome, and spread the word to anyone you think would be interested.

Cheers to you all!

Paul ;o)

p.s. This week we are on our fourth show, here’s the track list, I’m sure you won’t know all the tracks – I didn’t. But, it’s a fun couple of hours – and don’t forget we’re looking for your requests for future shows!

Kleer ~ De Kleer Ting
George Benson ~ Never Give Up On A Good Thing
Locksmith ~ Far Beyond
Frankie Knuckles ~ The Whistle Song
Vincent Montana ~ That’s What Love
Dynasty ~ I Don’t Wanna Be A Freak
Grandmaster Melle Mel ~ White Lines
Leon Haywood ~ If You’re Lookin’ For A Night Of Fun
Sister Sledge ~ Mama Never Told Me
Atlantic Starr ~ Silver Shadow
Herb Alpert ~ Rotation
Little Louie Vega ~ Music For Gong Gong
Jackson 5 ~ I Want You Back (Dimitri From Paris Mix)
Peoples Choice ~ Here We Go Again
Al Jarreau ~ Moonlighting
Gayle Adams ~ Stretchin’ Out.
Heatwave ~ Gangsters Of The Groove
O’Jays ~ Put Our Heads Together
Firefox ~ Fire
Phyllis Hyman ~ You Know How To Love Me
Paul Hardcastle ~ Don’t Waste My Time
Freeeze ~ Southern Freeeze
Billy Griffin ~ Hold Me Tighter In The Rain
Emotions ~ Best Of My Love
Tamiko Jones ~ Let It Flow

Be careful what you wish for!

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Last weeks X-Factor saw Jedward saved by the public vote and Lucie (one of my top 5) leave the show.
I’ve been happy to support the Grimes twins as they make a mockery of the show but we should all remember it’s all about ratings and manipulating the media to raise the show’s profile.

This week was the last Saturday show I’ll get to see live as the Christmas Party season is about to start. At the moment I can’t see anyone that’s going to be as good as Alexandra or JLS, but maybe things will improve. I don’t like Ollie, I can’t imagine Stacey coping, I think the others just aren’t good enough, I thought Lucie was good enough to be in the final 3 – but what do I know!

The highlight of last nights show was Jedward and the special appearance of Calvin Harris and a pineapple. Check it out here …
http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/showbiz/xfactor/599495/DJ-Calvin-Harris-storms-Jedward-DJ-thrown-out-of-X-Factor.html

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The Party DJ’s October selections …

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October has been a long, hard month for us with a lots of stuff going on. There’s been a lot of new music on the radar with lots of stuff being released ready for Christmas, here’s a few that have caught our ears.

Joe’s Selection …

Tinchy Stryder ~ You’re Not Alone (Red Top Remix)
Another big hit from Tinchy following up on the successes of ‘Number 1’ and ‘Never Leave You’

Jason Derulo – Watcha Say (Wawa Remix)
Debut single from Derulo that has been big in the States and is sure to follow over here. The video is the regular mix not the Wawa remix.

Sidney Samson – Riverside
Great dance tune that I included in my recent ten minute mix, however the foul language is maybe a bit much :S

Jay Sean Ft. Lil Wayne – Down (Jason Nevins Remix)
New single from his 3rd album has gone straight into the number 1 spot in America. It seems to be all my mates favourite tune at the moment.

Electrixx – Tetris
First heard this whilst listening to a popular entry into the October ten minute mix competition. I had to download it straight away.

Paul has picked …

Black Eyed Peas ~ Meet Me Halfway
Third single from the album and it’s another smash. From the opening bars it just builds and builds.

Cheryl Cole ft Will I Am ~ 3 Words
The title track of the album. I first heard it when Cheryl was on the Chris Moyles show and it’s her favourite track from the album. I can’t wait to hear the remixes.

Jay-Z ft Alicia Keys ~ Empire State Of Mind
I know I’m a bit late on this one but every time it comes on the radio I just have to turn it up. This is an epic single in every sense – pure quality.

Young Soul Rebels ~ I Got Soul
Loads of the new kids of British R&B get together to support the War Child charity and cover … a Killers track! It shouldn’t work, but it does.

The Jackson 5 ~ I Want You Back (Dimitri From Paris Supa Frunk Brake Mix) from the Remix Suite Pack II
My all-time favourite Jackson 5 track given a whole new lease of life

Flava (Martines) Eastleigh to open on 30th October!

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It looks like it’s finally going to happen. Last week I had a quick chat and a look around with Charlie and Satbir, I have to say it looks great and brought back some great memories.

All the best to everyone involved.

Joe’s October Ten Minute Mix

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As it’s half-term, Joe has been busy catching up on videos and mixes. It’s been a few months since he entered the ten minute mix competition but here’s a new attempt. The competition is hosted by the wonderful DJ Tutor site, if you want to check out some other entries go here …
http://www.djtutor.com/tenminmixcomp.php?pagename=tenmincompthis

I should point out that some of the tracks in this mix contain explicit lyrics 8-[

Track listing:
1. Calvin Harris – Flashback
2. Deadmau5 – Hi Friend!
3. David Guetta Ft. Kelly Rowland – It’s The Way You Love Me
4. Chuckie & LMFAO – Let The Bass Kick In Miami Bitch 8-[
5. Sidney Samson – Riverside 8-[

Deadmau5 Vlog

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Following on from earlier posting, here’s some footage Joe took on his phone.

“On Thursday the 22nd of October, The Party DJ’s had a night out at the O2 Academy in Bournemouth.
We went to see Deadmau5!!! It was a great show, here’s a few clips :)”

Gold Halloween Party (a day early!)

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So, here it is – our first GOLD night! We’ll be playing a mix of old and new tunes with some Halloween fun thrown in to the mix. There’s no entry fee and a great time is guaranteed – so get two nights use out of your fancy dress costume and join us the night before the ghosties and ghoulies come out!

Any questions, please get in touch.

Over 18’s only
Fancy Dress
Friday 30th October from 7:30pm