[Dynagroove] NATURE. TOMORROW NIGHT WITH ALIX ALVAREZ!

[jamie thinnes]

seasons presents. nature

  this week we have a very special treat for everyone all the way from
new york to come and play nature and get a little orange county! come
out and support one of this years next stars for sure, from his days
working with "little louie" of master at work to the new days of his
brand new label called "sole channel" whom he runs with another man not
to forget "mr. v" which played the very first nature back in november.
lets show alix some amazing love for house music and what we have going
here on the west coast! this will be one night to catch alix in a very
small intimate setting!

  BIO:

  As a respected talent from NYC, Alix Alvarez is blazing a trail for
young and exciting producers. He has begun to create his own niche in
the music industry by establishing himself through music production.
Today at the age of 25 he has worked with some of the industry’s top
artists and produced stunning musical gems for some of the world’s best
underground dance labels. From working in the studio with Osunlade on
remix projects to collaborating on new material with Lem Springsteen
(Mood II Swing), this self taught musician has already made his own
imprint in the world of underground dance music.


  Born and raised in the Bronx, NY, Alix grew up around a mixture of
music. Hip-hop, R&B and salsa were a daily consumption of Alix’s
musical diet. That appetite grew further when Alix was introduced to
the turntables at the age of 12. He quickly abandoned sports and other
activities so he could spend time blending and cutting up records,
though he wouldn’t realize the full effect of DJing until being exposed
to the club scene in his later teens. One party in particular was The
Shelter at Club Vinyl where Timmy Regisford held court every Saturday
night. This was Alix’s first taste of underground nightlife. The
Shelter as well as other underground institutions played a vital role
in shaping Alix‘s sound. Inspired by both the music and the DJ’s he
began to promote himself by selling his mixed tapes on the streets. His
determination to make a name for himself as a DJ was the first step in
Alix‘s musical evolution. The next step would be to create the music he
loved.

  Alix began school at the Institute of Audio Research in Manhattan to
study audio engineering where he graduated as one of the top students
in his class. It wasn’t long before his hard work in school paid off.
His interest in learning about the recoding studio eventually led him
to an assistant engineer position at MAW studios owned by “Little”
Louie Vega and Kenny “Dope” Gonzales (Masters at Work). It was his
experience and training at MAW that helped him develop studio
engineering skills as he was already beginning to produce and write his
own deep house gems.


  To date, Alix has produced and remixed records for some of the worlds
most respected deep house labels. The underground smash “Rising into
Joy”, which he produced and co-wrote with veteran singer Arnold Jarvis,
was released on Blackvinyl Records in spring of 2002. It received
critical acclaim for it’s sensual vocals and smooth glistening
production. This is just one example of many records that has Alix’s
deep, sultry, jazz influenced production style written all over it.
Along side “Rising into Joy” his other original production work also
includes the “Nu Breed E.P.” (Essence) and the “Reflections
E.P.”(Dancetracks). Some of his remix work includes Tortured Soul
“How’s your life?” (Central Park), House Headz “The Anthem”
(Ricanstruction Label), Luna “Alone” (Distant), Alma Horton"Gimmie that
Music" (83 West), Santos "Love made for two" (Yoruba) and Mr.V "Jus'
Dance"(KenLou Records). He continues to add to that list as his
production skills get tighter with each new release.


  While Alix puts his main focus on production, his skills are just as
sharp when it comes to DJing. He has rocked crowds all over NYC
including underground hot spots like Bang the Party and Club Cielo as
well as rocking in other cities around the globe such as Tokyo, Paris,
London, Istanbul and Toronto. Alix and his partner Dj Mr.V, another up
and coming talent, established a popular underground dance party in NYC
named Sole Channel. The duo decided to put the party on hold in the
summer of 2004 to concentrate on developing another project of their
own, SOLE Channel Music. Armed with fresh sounds, new ideas and
exciting new collaborations from artists' such as Franck Roger, Siji
and Arnold Jarvis, SOLE Channel is set to lead the way in innovative
and forward thinking music in the underground dance scene.

  While continuously cultivating his sound, Alix has established himself
as a force to be reckoned with now and in the near future. Maintaining
longevity and credibility through his music are vital to his success.
"My main focus is to keep making music that stands the test of
time"says Alix. With so much accomplished we still have so much more to
look forward to. Just imagine the possibilities?!

   

  Alix Alvarez Discography:


  Original Productions:

  Alix Alvarez: Nu Breed E.P: Essence Records U.K. 2001
  Arnold Jarvis: Rising into Joy: Blackvinyl U.K. 2002
  Alix Alvarez: Reflections E.P: Dancetracks NYC 2003
  Alix Alvarez & Mr.V: Sole Channel E.P: SOLE Channel Music 2004
  Alix Alvarez Presents: The Critical Point E.P: SOLE Channel Music 2004
  Siji: Watching You, Watching Me (God Given Album): BBE Records 2004

  Remixes:

  Amy Helm: Own Way Home: Hipbone Records 2002
  Tortured Sou: How’s your life?: Central Park Records 2002
  House Headz: The Anthem: Underground Collective Recordings 2002
  Chi’: Mistaken: Bitches Brew Recordings U.K. 2003
  Luna: Alone: Distant Music 2003
  The Moves: If you leave now: Central Park Records 2004
  Alma Horton: Gimmie That Music: 83 West 2004
  House Headz: The Anthem (Re-released): Ricanstruction Label 2004
  Santos: Love Made For Two: Yoruba Records 2005
  Mr.V: Jus' Dance: Kenlou Records 2005
  Kemdi: Dancer : Coco Soul Records 2005


  february 21st>alix alvarez (maw, sole channel, nyc)


  with your resident jamie thinnes (seasons recordings)


  avalon bar
  19th placentia ave
  costa mesa, ca 92627
  949-515-4650

  $5

  presented to you by seasons.

  www.seasonsrecordings.com