Dirtybird Records Monthly @ Shine

The funky tech-house of San Francisco-based Dirtybird Records has been quickly catching the attention of producers, DJs, and clubs all over the world. Fortunately for us here in San Francisco, on every third Friday, they’ve got a killer monthly party at Shine.

Barclay Crenshaw (a.k.a. Claude VonStroke) is both the founder and the label’s biggest artist. Originally from Detroit, VonStroke has made a name for himself by producing tracks that blur the line between the seriousness of techno and the slapstick humor often found in house. His tracks are played and have been remixed by artists as big and diverse as Kevin Saunderson, Pete Tong, and Audion. The party that he brings is both funky and dark, smart and still a blast.

Dirtybird is also home to Justin Martin, Christian Martin, Worthy, and Sammy D. Each of these artists has a unique approach to melding the elements of several subgenres within dance music. Handpicked by Ben Watt for his Buzzin’ Fly label, Justin Martin selects the best parts of tech and deep house, and ads just enough flippancy to keep things interesting. Sammy D’s work stands in a bit of contrast to that of his labelmates, in a good way. His sound is a darker, more techno heavy affair, which complements and diversifies the burgeoning label’s roster.

Dirtybird happens every 3rd Friday and you will usually find a packed house jamming out to killer tunes and enjoying the laid back atmosphere that only Shine can offer.

May 18, 2007
Dirtybird
@ Shine
1337 Mission St. 94103
10 p.m., $5

You can find Dirtybird records on the web @ www.dirtybirdrecords.com and on myspace @ myspace.com/sfdirtybird.



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