Online Review: RWD in Stereo @ Cargo
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The first review is in… words by Danny Walker
Following on from the Camden leg of RWD in Stereo the stage was soon set for the Cargo instalment. Last night’s grimed-out Cellar Door and RWD Magazine organised jamboree in Shoreditch’s Cargo was a stellar (or shall I say Cellar) success. The choice of establishment, the on-point almost shameless self-promotion and mouth watering line up had the place heaving. RWD’s very own Sisters of Swing (grime, and just about every old skool hit you can think of) Hattie Collins and Chantelle Fiddy took to the decks to set the ball rolling for the night. With their seductive selection as tight as their witty writing they dropped everything from H’two’O’s What’s It Gonna Be? to The Count and Sinden’s Beeper Ft. Kid Sister, via the odd unleashing of classics like Technotronic's Pump Up the Jam.
Joining the duo and providing visuals for the whole evening were a fresh faced VJing outfit called the Frame Butchers. Their shiny doppelganger Macbook’s supplied Cargo’s projectors with sharp graphics and a live feed from the stage, DJ booth or wherever their video camera was pointed. RWD take their adidas hats off to the Butchers who truly provided fitting visuals for the – what was soon to be packed – crowd. As the drink flowed the floor filled and the DNA Mix and RAW Music UK showcases were up to bat next.
They came out swinging, with K.A.S.T., Lady Seeker and The Collective soon proving why they’re ones to watch. K.A.S.T. provided a live rendition of his underground heater Where’s Daddy Gone whilst The Collective took us on a journey through London City.
Alex Mills added the next highlight. Mills was minus the dancers from Camden’s …In Stereo but dressed for the occasion – in charcoal evening attire – the Leeds lass gave RWD in Stereo a far from monotone performance. The highlight of her set was easily Gin and Tonic and she left fans wanting more. Luckily she promised that she was indeed working on her long overdue and high anticipated debut album, “It’s coming soon check MySpace.com/alexmillsmusic for the latest.”
Heatwave then effortlessly skipped across genres as Ghetto and Lightning made their ways to the stage. Lightning added the hype to an already hyped Ghetto – who was too dressed for the occasion (if that occasion was a night jog) in a red and royal blue Nike hoodie. Ghetts did a red hot version of Top 3 Selected and ruthlessly unpacked his suitcase of bars. His arrival was the grimey equivalent of the people of Troy letting that horse into their gates. Before we could say “Achilles” the stage was full and mayhem was afoot. Luckily it was organised pandemonium and Ghetto as calling for an “All star set”. Jammer, Ears, Wiley, Skepta, Little Dee, Chipmunk, Frisco and Dollar Da Du$tman passed the mic to each other like a grime relay race. If it were such an event… Chipmunk, Ghetto and Skepta would have finished first, second and third, respectively.
Despite that grimey chunk, NY’s, Wiley’s and Joe Driscoll’s best efforts; the evening’s biggest highlight was The Thirst. The afro-clad lead guitar/ singer Mensah joined his brother Kwame (bass), Mark (guitar) and shirtless Marcus on drums. They rocked and Cargo ate them up as if they were the latest addition to the McDonald’s ever-popular McChoice menu. Those who have not been quenched by this Brixton based quartet you need to get on over to MySpace.com/thethirstrockband, ASAP. A great night was had by all.
For more on RWD in Stereo and pics check a forthcoming issue of RWD Magazine
The first review is in… words by Danny Walker
Following on from the Camden leg of RWD in Stereo the stage was soon set for the Cargo instalment. Last night’s grimed-out Cellar Door and RWD Magazine organised jamboree in Shoreditch’s Cargo was a stellar (or shall I say Cellar) success. The choice of establishment, the on-point almost shameless self-promotion and mouth watering line up had the place heaving. RWD’s very own Sisters of Swing (grime, and just about every old skool hit you can think of) Hattie Collins and Chantelle Fiddy took to the decks to set the ball rolling for the night. With their seductive selection as tight as their witty writing they dropped everything from H’two’O’s What’s It Gonna Be? to The Count and Sinden’s Beeper Ft. Kid Sister, via the odd unleashing of classics like Technotronic's Pump Up the Jam.
Joining the duo and providing visuals for the whole evening were a fresh faced VJing outfit called the Frame Butchers. Their shiny doppelganger Macbook’s supplied Cargo’s projectors with sharp graphics and a live feed from the stage, DJ booth or wherever their video camera was pointed. RWD take their adidas hats off to the Butchers who truly provided fitting visuals for the – what was soon to be packed – crowd. As the drink flowed the floor filled and the DNA Mix and RAW Music UK showcases were up to bat next.
They came out swinging, with K.A.S.T., Lady Seeker and The Collective soon proving why they’re ones to watch. K.A.S.T. provided a live rendition of his underground heater Where’s Daddy Gone whilst The Collective took us on a journey through London City.
Alex Mills added the next highlight. Mills was minus the dancers from Camden’s …In Stereo but dressed for the occasion – in charcoal evening attire – the Leeds lass gave RWD in Stereo a far from monotone performance. The highlight of her set was easily Gin and Tonic and she left fans wanting more. Luckily she promised that she was indeed working on her long overdue and high anticipated debut album, “It’s coming soon check MySpace.com/alexmillsmusic for the latest.”
Heatwave then effortlessly skipped across genres as Ghetto and Lightning made their ways to the stage. Lightning added the hype to an already hyped Ghetto – who was too dressed for the occasion (if that occasion was a night jog) in a red and royal blue Nike hoodie. Ghetts did a red hot version of Top 3 Selected and ruthlessly unpacked his suitcase of bars. His arrival was the grimey equivalent of the people of Troy letting that horse into their gates. Before we could say “Achilles” the stage was full and mayhem was afoot. Luckily it was organised pandemonium and Ghetto as calling for an “All star set”. Jammer, Ears, Wiley, Skepta, Little Dee, Chipmunk, Frisco and Dollar Da Du$tman passed the mic to each other like a grime relay race. If it were such an event… Chipmunk, Ghetto and Skepta would have finished first, second and third, respectively.
Despite that grimey chunk, NY’s, Wiley’s and Joe Driscoll’s best efforts; the evening’s biggest highlight was The Thirst. The afro-clad lead guitar/ singer Mensah joined his brother Kwame (bass), Mark (guitar) and shirtless Marcus on drums. They rocked and Cargo ate them up as if they were the latest addition to the McDonald’s ever-popular McChoice menu. Those who have not been quenched by this Brixton based quartet you need to get on over to MySpace.com/thethirstrockband, ASAP. A great night was had by all.
For more on RWD in Stereo and pics check a forthcoming issue of RWD Magazine
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