Captured our two hour opening set at Groove House on the 20th. Download it here:

http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-vs-Claire-Lotus-Feb-20-2010.mp3

I recorded our all vinyl set @ FNF on February 5th and it turned out alright. Great crowd that night as we explored old school disco, funk & soul, hip-house, eighties classics, hits, misses and many beers! Friday Night Funk returns to the Bunker Feb 26th. Check out this night!

http://saunasessions.ca/mp3/Stuntman-vs-Woodhead-The-Bunker-Feb-5th-2010...

Part 1.^

http://saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-vs-Stuntman-The-Bunker-Feb5-2010-Pa...

Part 2.^

I'm excited to do and all vinyl funk and disco set at the Bunker this Friday. Got some real jams to kick out. Let's tear this mutha out!

Friday Night Fever's in the Atomic Doghouse until Feb. 26 !!

After a phenomenal last Friday with Vinyl Ritchie, The Hoteliers from Hell are challenging The Forces of Funk - without warning ordering the dance floor be cleared for The Delegates of Darkness to invade our hood for the upcoming Apocolympics.

Friday Night Fever may find a temporary home for Feb 12th & 19th. It could be a good opportunity for someone. The night usually serves one hundred happy people who consume a respectable amount of hooch. Any help finding a sweet spot is appreciated.

But please join us with our friends, The blameless Bunker bar staff, and guest DJ Woodhead for "A Fifth of Funk" this Friday and again on Feb. 26th at Vancouver's Best Funk Night with your host The Stunt Man and the Finest Guest DJs in the city!

What doesn't kill us makes us Funkier!

Woodhead:

http://www.saunasessions.ca
http://www.myspace.com/dwoodhead

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Friday Night Fever
The Bunker of The Barclay Hotel
The Cheapest Drinks Downtown™
Pints 4.25
Hi-Balls 5.25

$5 Door

Pass it on...

http://www.fridaynightfever.ca

fb page:
http://tinyurl.com/fridaynitefever

http://www.myspace.com/bunkerfridays

~ All vinyl ~ All the time ~

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The Stunt Man :
http://titansound.com/fever/TheFeverMix.mp3

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We had a bit of an open house here at the new space on saturday, but the real action is at the after-after-afterparty on sunday night.

Gregory treated us to some mixes off his iPhaser while he installed some new lighting fixtures, then Dunks showed up and dropped this mellow set to take us into the AM:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Dunks-saunasessions-Jan-17-2010.mp3

Definately post-sauna.

I was digging through old records looking for Christmas tunes to make a mix for my family to listen to during the holidays. I didn't find much Christmas music i wanted to hear. I did manage dig up some old funk and soul jems and decided to make a compilation that i'll try to pass off as my Christmas mix this year. Hope no one notices it's fake!
Download it here:

http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-Fake-Christmas-Funk-Mix-Decembe...

01. Fun Sounds Of Christmas - Intro
02. Duke Ellington - Santa Clause is Coming To Town
03. Eddie Kendricks - Son Of Sagittarius
04. Eddie Harris - I Need Some Money
05. The Brothers - Thanks A Million
06. The Isley Brothers - That Lady
07. Heat Wave - Ain't No Half Steppin'
08. Mandrill - Don't Stop
09. Al Green - I Feel Good
10. Teddy Pendergrass - Only You
11. Buddy Miles - Do It To Me
12. War - Slippin' Into Darkeness
13. Average White Band - Love Your Life
14. The Four Tops - Turn On The Light Of Your Love
15. Sly And The Family Stone - Thankful N' Thoughtful
16. Timmy Thomas - Why Can't We Live Together
17. Gladys Knight & The Pips - I've Got To Use My Imagination
18. James Brown - Bring It Up
19. Grover Washington Jr. - Black Frost

I met Pete Grove at a copy store ten years ago. Back then he was a label owner and live pa innovator under the name Sunkissed. I've seen him play some sick live sets at Deepen and owned a number of his vinyl back in the day. Now he's back on the west coast with new releases on Noah Pred's Thoughtless Music label and some wicked good taste in tech house. He recently put together a mix for Saunasessions.ca Check it out it's deep and chunky.

http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Pete-Grove-Saunsessions-Sweatcast100-Nov...

tracklist - pg sauna sessions mix 1 - november 21/2009
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01 - 0:00 - 3:55 - quadrant dub I - basic channel
02 - 0:23 - 7:40 - dubcrystal - district one
03 - 4:55 - 12:59 - smashing dust (kaiserdisco remix) - daniele kama
04 - 9:57 - 16:46 - another last cigarette - flavio diaz
05 - 15:15 - 20:45 - marrakech (martinez mix) - hermanez
06 - 18:20 - 24:35 - deadend motel - voodeux
07 - 22:10 - 30:00 - passing through - joel mull
08 - 26:38 - 34:20 - meltin pot - mark broom
09 - 30:55 - 37:35 - backroom honey - saeed younan
10 - 35:50 - 44:30 - jungler - mijail, victor vera
11 - 39:00 - 49:20 - kitch in - tim green (tg)
12 - 46:04 - 52:51 - circle - jeff samuel
13 - 50:20 - 56:08 - valdomero - samuel knob
14 - 53:51 - 60:18 - turn it up - trevor loveys
15 - 57:20 - 63:40 - windy city - la pena
16 - 61:10 - 68:58 - jazz me - secret cinema
17 - 65:25 - 71:10 - jungle - sebastien leger
18 - 70:05 - 71:50 - quadrant dub I - basic channel

artist info
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Pete Grove's production style stretches minimalist musical elements into quirky, complex orchestrations - an organic fusion that embraces all forms of music - a cross breed of contexts.

Previously known as Sunkissed, Pete became known as one of several pioneers of Canada's live PA scene throughout the nineties. With an innovative hardware-based dual sequencer setup, Sunkissed was recognized as one of the first PA acts to utilize midi fader box control as the centerpiece of his live interface, a technique which logically became an evolutionary step in live PA and digital DJ setups. The twin sequencer, fader control interface remains the vehicle for Grove's updated touchscreen-computer live and DJ rig, allowing complete control, layering and full manipulation of any piece of music in a set. Though unlike many single computer Ableton Live rigs, this innovative dual Ableton setup allows for completely improvised set lists and still requires the classic technique of manual beatmatching to sync or to allow offsetting the rhythms for each mix.

In 1998, Pete Grove started Woodwork Recordings, contributing to an emerging hybrid style that broadly became known as tech house. Woodwork's crossover dancefloor tracks were well received in North America and in Europe. After his first few vinyl outings on Definitive Records and Woodwork Recordings, Sunkissed travelled abroad to play european festivals such as Austria's Steirischer Herbst and Peace Parade. After shutting down his label and taking a 7-year hiatus to pursue other musical genres and personal projects, a return to the familiar realm of tech house was inspired by his strong appreciation for the depth and versatility Noah Pred's emerging Thoughtless Music label. Upon completing his newest tech house projects, Pete immediately contacted Noah Pred, motivated to contribute to the Thoughtless catalogue.

Pete Grove's previous releases and remixes have appeared on Definitive Recordings, Guardian Angel, Woodwork Recordings, Sunkissed Records, Spiritual Records, Nordic Trax, Future Groove, Plastic city, Shoreline Records, and in film productions released by the National Film Board of Canada.

links
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latest release:

https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/202865/no_rel...
http://www.zero-inch.com/artist/Pete_Grove/ep/No_Relief/117970
http://www.junodownload.com/products/1486768-02.htm

recent dj mixes: http://thoughtlessmusic.com/transmissions/TLTM010-2_PeteGrove.mp3

homepage: http://www.candlewaxcouture.com

label: http://www.thoughtlessmusic.com

myspace: http://www.myspace.com/candlewaxcouture

@gorgomish Substance residents Ali Sani and Siavash square off at SiGNAL for a three hours set.

Download/Stream the full 3 hours here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Ali-Sani-vs-Siavash-SiGNAL-Lotus-Oct-24-...

Add our podcast: http://www.saunasessions.ca/audio/feed

Last week i was feeling the deep house vibes and explored some serious Latin tech house territory at the end of this set. I was having too much fun with those cut off filters. Two hours worth of house music here. It was great having Ali Sani and Siavash down last week. Killer night at SiGNAL.

Set list:

1. Zombie Disco Squad - The Cursed
2. Tomas Barfod And Fredski - Mr Fleurquin (Catz'n Dogz Remix)
3. Style Of Eye - Retur 2
4. Pan Pot - The Birds
5. DJ-T - Dis
6. Ray Okpara - A Belover For
7. Camel - Cohiba
8. Alex Flitsch & Audiofly - Long way To Go
9. UNER & Coyu - Raw Sweat
10. Momma's Boy - Maldito (Nino Tom Flynn_s Big Momma Remix)
11. Jamie Jones - You! (Original Mix)
12. Ekkohaus The Flow
13, The-Junkies-_Ritmo_Loko_Remix
14. Unknown
15. Laidback Luke And Diplo - Hey! (Nadastrom Hot Latin Dub)
16. Worthy, Yankee Zulu - Concumbia
17. DJ Gregory & Gregor Salto - Con Alegria (Solo 'more Cowbell' Remix)
19. RENAISSANCE MAN - Canto Della Kalimba Bootcut
20. Yolanda Be Cool - Afro Nuts (Edu K Remix)
21. Daniel Steinberg - Bailando Original_Mix
22. Emerson Todd and Tim-Green -Exercise
23. The Opera - Anton Pieete, Paul Ritch
24. Stephan Beaupre Lotus Eaters
25. Thomas Schumacher - NYC

Download it here:

http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-SiGNAL-Lotus-Oct-24-09.mp3

A mix from Claire(@clairelabs) i've been enjoying the last few weeks. Quality tech house and minimal with productions from Ark, Josh Wink, Peace Division, Ben Klock, Samuel L. Session and Harry Axt.

find more of her music here:
www.myspace.com/technoluv
www.twitter.com/clairelabs
http://www.ultrasoundcollective.ca/djs/claire.php

Tracklisting:
1. Ark + Mikael Weill - Elephant Hunting
2. Christian Burkhardt - Phey Boom
3. Andria Fiorito - Bety Loop feat Amelia Saul
4. Ana + One - Box of Donuts
5. Josh Wink - Minimum 23
6. Philippe Autiori - Redemption (Peace Division Mix)
7. Shinedoe - Ibo Grooves
8. Ben Klock - Pulse
9. Samuel L. Session
10. Let's Go Outside - I'll Lick Your Spine (Repeat Repeat Mix)
11. Berg Nixon - New York Minute
12. John Shannanigans feat. Moral Undulations - Old Blue Spiritual
13. Ryan Crosson - Under the Willow
14. SCSI-9 - Boys Away
15. Matt John - Boeing Highly (Let ME Hope Mix)
16. Random Skills - Karussel
17. Rocha + Lewinger - Sytrus
18. Gel Abril - Dusty
19. Harry Axt - Love Story

Download it here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Claire-Microcosm-Oct-09.mp3

I enjoy playing the first set of the night at Signal. Gives me a chance to play some different tunes as people walk in and get the first drinks of the night. I recorded this set last night at Signal's 3rd Anniversary party. Thanks everyone who came out and supported us over the last three years.

Set list:
1. Simian Mobile Disco - Bad Blood (Feat. Alexis Taylor)
2. Joakim - Ad Me
3. Beni - Maximus - feat Sam Sparro
4. Canyons - Dancing On Silk
5. We Have a Band - You Came Out (Stereogamous Bathhouse Version)
6. Passion Pit - To Kingdom Come (Grum Remix)
7. Pnau - With You forever
8. The Phenomenal Handclap Band - 15 to 20 (David E Sugar Remix)
9. The Tough Alliance - Neo Violence (Shazam Remix
10. Knightlife - Crusader (Original Mix))
11. Circlesquare - Dancers (Russ Chimes vs ANORAAK Remix)
12. Mike Snow - Animal (Treasure Fingers Remix)

Download it here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-SiGNAL-Lotus-3yr-prty-set1.mp3

Pure tech-house here with some of my favs. from the summer. I pulled it off without monitors working at the club. They got unplugged for my set.

track list:

1. Bunkers - Lost In The Red Room
2. Guillaume & The Coutu Dumonts - Halleluyah Yeah
3. Jamie Jones Vs Simon Baker - kaskazi
4. District One - Dubcrystal (Julien Chaptal & Lauhaus Remix)
5. Emerson Todd and Tim Green - Exercise
6. Brett Johnson - Gypsy Love
7. Tim Green Kitch In
8. Round Table Knights - Belly_Dance Mowgli Remix
9. MY MY - Everybody's Talkin'
10. Butch - Amelie (Hugo Remix)
11. Danny Freakazoid - Monsieur & Madame
12. Jaxson and David Keno - Tout Le Temps
13. Visti & Meyland - Yes Maam (Trentemoller Remix)
14. Tarantella (Original Mix) - Jaxson and David Keno

Listen here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-SiGNAL-Lotus-Oct-03-09.mp3

Mike McSuede churned out a sick set last weekend at SiGNAL on his birthday. Great night in the basement! @intimateprod . This Saturday we do it again with Rob Caruk and Noah Pred.

Download Mike's set here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Mike-McSuede-SiGNAL-Lotus-Sept-26-09.mp3

Another live recording from one of my Lotus sets. I go all over the map. Bassline, Electro and Tech-House on this one. Tracklist:

1. Mowgli - Get Down feat. MC ZUB (Mowgli_Hip_House_Remix)
2. Bart B More - So It Goes (A Day In The Life)
3. CALVERTRON vs MAJESTIC MC - Gimmie Da Mic (Bass_Kleph_remix)
4. DJ Fast Eddie - YoYo Get Funky (Tim Healey & Deekline Remix)
5. Fake Blood - I Think I Like It
6. Spencer & Hill - Trespasser - Gigi Barocco Remix
7. Rico Tubbs - Hot Girls Dope Boys - B. Rich Remix
8. Will Bailey & Wongo - The Cannock Wobble (Bill Eff Remix 1)
9. Calvin Harris - Ready For The Weekend (Fake Blood Remix)
10. Santigold - L.E.S. Artistes (Zodiac Cartel Remix)
11. Santiago & Bushido - Make Me Feel feat. Colette
12. Nick Supply Feat. Tasha - That Bounce Track (Bingo Players Rmx)
13. SUPPLY,_Nick_NFA-She_Rock NRoll_(fRew_remix)
14. Aston Shuffle - Do You Want More feat. Danimal Kingdom - (Magik Johnson Remix)
15. Gigi Barocco - The Rhythm
16. Tai D.I.M. - Lyposuct (Noob_Remix)
17. Count & Sinden - MEGA (Dub Remix))
18. Beni - Maximus (Harvard Bass remix)

Download here:
http://www.saunasessions.ca/mp3/Woodhead-Signal-Lotus-Sept19-09.mp3